Ming Dynasty: Pick up attributes from the battlefield to create the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 350 The Emergence of Various Groundbreaking Products! Zhu Ying's Vision!
Hearing that Zhu Ying wanted to reform the imperial examination system.

It's not surprising that Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Biao discussed this, since they had already talked about it before.

"Just tell me directly what other national policies you want to implement besides the imperial examination system."

"This year's taxes are higher than in previous years, and the national treasury has enough money and grain," Zhu Yuanzhang said with a smile.

"There are many things to do."

"Reforming the imperial examination system was one step."

"There are also official roads, water conservancy, and even education for the people; these all need to be addressed."

"Oh, and there are changes in the military as well."

"From now on, what our Great Ming needs is not only a defensive army, but also an expansionary army."

"Anyway."

"From today onwards, I will begin to focus on making strategic plans," Zhu Ying said with a smile.

Zhu Ying's words sounded very casual, but if the national policies he mentioned were truly implemented, they would definitely cause a real transformation in the foundation of the nation.

"I really don't know how your brain works, where do you get so many ideas?" Zhu Yuanzhang said with great admiration.

"Yongying."

"Go ahead and implement whatever ideas you have. I will give orders to the Six Ministries to follow your instructions and fully support whatever you do."

“If you don’t have time to handle it personally, I will take charge,” Zhu Biao stated directly.

"Dad, thank you."

Zhu Ying looked at Zhu Biao and thanked him.

"There's no need for such formalities between father and son," Zhu Biao smiled and waved his hand.

"correct."

"Old man."

"Didn't you previously draft a list of countries that you wouldn't conquer?" Zhu Ying asked Zhu Yuanzhang, snapping out of his reverie.

“Indeed, the Ministry of Rites drafted it before, and it was originally supposed to be promulgated in the next year or two. But judging from your meaning, a country that is not subject to conquest should not exist.” Zhu Yuanzhang immediately understood what you meant.

"I want to unify the world. If you really promulgate this so-called 'non-conquerable country,' it will tie the hands and feet of my Great Ming," Zhu Ying said bluntly.

"before."

"Our reason for not conquering these countries is ultimately for the sake of the stable development of the Ming Dynasty."

"In our view, as long as the Northern Yuan is dealt with, the Ming Dynasty can develop itself peacefully without resorting to war."

"Our expectation of your father is that of Emperor Wen of Han, who based his rule on civil administration and benevolence. He would naturally prioritize appeasement towards the surrounding small countries. Once these countries are settled, they can naturally submit and stop causing trouble. This would also reduce the number of troops stationed on the border of our Great Ming and save a lot of military expenses," Zhu Yuanzhang said slowly.

As the founding emperor.

It can be said.

Zhu Yuanzhang had already considered many things for his descendants and for the next emperor.

Once this non-conquerable country is settled, the borders of the Ming Dynasty can enjoy a long-lasting peace, which is of great significance to the Ming Dynasty and to the emperor who defends the city.

only.

Even Zhu Yuanzhang could never have imagined that his grandson would be a ruler who expanded the territory, and one who truly aspired to rule the world, not just the homeland of China.

of course!

Zhu Yuanzhang himself was also amazed after seeing the map of the world.

What a magnificent feat it would be if the territory of the Ming Dynasty could truly spread throughout the entire world.

And now.

Besides the emperor's ambition, there was another reason, as Zhu Ying mentioned: to resurrect his wife.

Although this may sound like a fantasy, it was a source of hope for Zhu Yuanzhang, a hope that allowed him to rekindle his ambitions in his later years.

He believed what Zhu Ying said, and he believed even more that his wife could be resurrected.

For this reason.

Zhu Yuanzhang was willing to pay any price.

As long as I can see my wife again.

"Old man."

"I have always held one belief: those who are not of our kind will surely have different hearts."

"As for these foreign barbarians, let them forever submit to the feet of my Chinese nation," Zhu Ying said with a faint smile.

for these.

In his previous life, Zhu Ying had seen countless faces of those foreign barbarians. If he didn't completely crush them and make them submit to his feet, then he would have lived in vain.

"Just do whatever you want."

"We'll do everything we can to help you."

"Anyway, in the end, whatever mess things get, it's your father and I who will clean it up." Zhu Yuanzhang smiled.

"All right."

"Today's topic is taxation, let's not get too carried away with that."

"What's wrong with Yunhua lately? We haven't seen her at all?" Zhu Ying asked Zhu Biao.

After regaining his memory.

For Zhu Yunwen, it was no longer the feeling of estrangement as before, but a genuine brotherly affection had developed.

Zhu Ying naturally cared about his younger brother.

“Yun Tong is still arguing with me.”

"Perhaps only you can persuade him to understand now," Zhu Biao sighed.

"What's wrong?" Zhu Ying asked, puzzled.

“I wanted to arrange a marriage for Yunhu, but this boy insisted on marrying his personal maid, the one you left by his side, Yunyu.”

“This palace maid may not be bad, and she has been taking good care of Yunhu all these years, but she is still a palace maid, and more importantly, she is seven years older than Yunhu. I told him to take her as a concubine, but this boy is bewitched and wants to marry her as his wife.”

"If this gets out, wouldn't we become a laughing stock?" Zhu Biao said helplessly.

"The palace maid who was by Yunhu's side?" Zhu Ying recalled that he had indeed arranged for a palace maid to take care of Zhu Yunhu.

"If Yun-hu is willing, then let him do as he pleases."

“Yu’er used to be the daughter of a merchant.” Zhu Ying smiled, not objecting to Zhu Yunwen marrying Yunyu.

After all these years.

Yunyu stayed by Zhu Yunyu's side the whole time, and her loyalty was proven; she did not betray him.

Moreover, this was under the control of the entire Eastern Palace by the Lü clan.

This woman is quite nice.

"this?"

Zhu Yingyi's words left Zhu Biao somewhat at a loss for words.

After all, he originally thought that Zhu Ying would also object, since Yunyu was just a maid with a very low status, while Zhu Yunwen was a prince, the legitimate son, and the younger brother of the Crown Prince.

"Children and grandchildren will have their own blessings."

"Since Yun-hu has made his choice, let him do as he pleases."

"He has been suppressed by the Lü family for too long. If it weren't for this love affair, perhaps Yunwen really wouldn't have been able to hold on."

"Giving them their wish also fulfills Yun-hu's heart."

"Furthermore, with me here, do we really need to win over ministers through marriage alliances?" Zhu Ying smiled and spoke again.

aside.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said, "Xiong Ying is right. Children and grandchildren have their own blessings. Let Yun Tong be. This is a way of making up for what he has done for us over the years."

"At the end of the day."

"Our Zhu family wasn't of particularly high status before, so let's not let such prejudices about social class arise in our Zhu family."

Hear what the two said.

After a moment's thought, Zhu Biao nodded: "Alright, you all agree, so there's no point in me objecting."

"only."

"Yongying."

"Yun Tong is already a teenager, it's time for him to establish his own household. What do you plan to have him do?" Zhu Biao asked Zhu Ying.

"First, send Yunhu to his maternal great-uncle to train him and then send him to the army."

"When I go out to war someday, he will stay by my side."

"Besides that, don't tell him about his affair yet. I'll use it as an incentive for him, to teach him what responsibility and accountability are," Zhu Ying said with a smile.

"it is good."

"I'll have Yunhu come to see you in a little while." Zhu Biao nodded.

Compared to him, the father, Zhu Ying was much better at speaking.

After all, Zhu Ying had been taking care of him since he was a child. "The twelfth and seventeenth princes have been in Yingtian for so long, why haven't you seen them yet?" Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly asked.

Because of the grand ceremony of recognizing one's ancestors and returning to one's clan, all the vassal kings of the world were invited to witness it.

The four were imprisoned in the Imperial Clan Court.

The others were sent back to their fiefdoms to be used as mascots.

But only the twelfth and seventeenth brothers remained.

Because they did not participate when the princes surrounded the mansion that day, and even sent someone to inform them.

"We'll invite Yunhuo and the others along when he arrives," Zhu Ying said with a smile.

Subsequently.

Zhu Ying looked at Zhu Yuanzhang with a half-smile and said, "Old man."

"The dragon has nine sons, and each one is different."

“I have seen it all from your sons.”

"The twelfth and seventeenth sons are considered quite normal among them," Zhu Ying joked.

"Get out of here, you brat."

"They're even making fun of us now," Zhu Yuanzhang said irritably.

"Haha."

"You can take your time handling government affairs, I'm going back to my residence." Zhu Ying chuckled and turned to walk out of the palace.

"This boy."

Zhu Yuanzhang had almost become immune to Zhu Ying's constant rebukes every time they met.

"father."

"Let's take a look at the detailed tax revenue of Yingtian Prefecture and fill in any gaps," Zhu Biao said excitedly.

"it is good."

Zhu Yuanzhang also came to his senses and nodded.

……

The Crown Prince's Residence!
main hall.

"How are the results of new technologies these days?" Zhu Ying asked Liu Lei.

"Return to your highness."

"In addition to the glass, perfume, sugar, refined salt, soap and other products that have already been successfully manufactured in workshops."

"Cement has been successfully developed, and concrete has also been successfully produced."

"It can be mass-produced simply by His Highness's order."

"These required materials are not hard to find; they are easy to locate."

"In terms of weaponry, smokeless gunpowder has been initially developed, but it still needs to undergo multiple tests."

"The compound bow has been successfully manufactured and is now being mass-produced."

"As for the red-coated cannon, it has been initially made, but it still needs to be tested."

"The flintlock musket has now been initially completed and needs to be tested."

Liu Lei respectfully reported to Zhu Ying on the technological manufacturing situation within the secret workshop.

Hear this.

A satisfied smile appeared on Zhu Ying's face.

It can be said.

The technology obtained through treasure chests is divided into several groups based on its difficulty, since each technology has detailed blueprints or material lists, but it still takes time to actually make it.

After all, these technologies are like secret manuals, and you need to fully understand them.

and so.

Zhu Ying is now spending a lot of money to master these new technologies. Although these technologies may not be considered true technology, they are undoubtedly a revolution in this era.

These researchers were all Zhu Yingyang's skilled artisans, trained and nurtured despite their lack of combat prowess.

It is of exceptional value.

Once you've thoroughly researched it, you'll be richly rewarded, and you'll even be able to become the head manager of your own workshop.

"good."

"It seems your encouragement has been worthwhile."

Zhu Ying praised Liu Lei.

"Your Highness, thank you for the compliment."

"I only looked after some things; I don't understand those things, I can only help with the allocation," Liu Lei replied respectfully.

"Go and tell the craftsmen who successfully developed it."

"The chief official is given one hundred gold coins, and the deputy is given five hundred silver coins each. Their families are all moved to Yingtian. I will give them houses so that they can reunite."

"At the same time, make them ready so that I can have them set up workshops at any time," Zhu Ying instructed Liu Lei.

Zhu Yingyong.

Loyalty is paramount.

This is the most important thing.

Secondly, there is ability.

As long as you make contributions, Zhu Ying will reward you handsomely.

In any era, no amount of sweet talk can compare to tangible rewards; that is the real deal.

"Subordinates take orders."

Liu Lei responded respectfully, and then quickly walked out of the main hall.

"Cement, concrete."

"These two have been developed. The next step is to build a large cement and concrete workshop. We will first build the entire Yingtian area, and then gradually expand its use to road construction."

“If concrete is used on the roads in every prefecture, then it can connect the whole country.”

"There are also compound bows, which are more energy-efficient and more powerful."

"If all the archers in the army were equipped with composite bows in the future, who could match that level of combat power?"

"There were also red-coated cannons and flintlock muskets."

"This is even more groundbreaking. Combined with smokeless gunpowder, it would be an absolutely revolutionary weapon of mass destruction."

Recalling the various scientific and technological achievements that Liu Lei had just reported, Zhu Ying couldn't help but imagine them in his mind.

It's only in its initial stages now, but Zhu Ying can't even imagine what it would be like if all these technologies were implemented in the future.

At this moment!

"Your Highness."

"The Prince of Xiang, the Prince of Ning, and Prince Yunwen have arrived."

Xiao Han strode over and respectfully reported.

Zhu Ying snapped out of his daze and immediately said, "Let them in."

"Yes." Xiao Han quickly left the main hall.

Not a moment.

Zhu Bai, Zhu Quan, and Zhu Yunwen walked slowly into the main hall.

However, after entering the hall, all three of them seemed a little reserved.

"Greetings to the Crown Prince."

All three bowed respectfully.

Obviously.

Whether it was Zhu Bai, Zhu Quan, or Zhu Yunwen, they were all amazed and intimidated by Zhu Ying's skill and boldness over the past few months.

Even with his closest brothers, Zhu Yunwen felt a sense of fear.

After all, although he knew that Zhu Ying was his older brother, they didn't have any real family affection.

The same goes for Zhu Bai and Zhu Quan. Although they were close friends with Zhu Ying when they were young, Zhu Ying doesn't remember any of it.

Seeing the three of them looking so restrained and nervous, Zhu Ying could naturally guess what was going on.

When those vassal kings arrived, he imprisoned four of them in succession, stripped them of their royal titles and honors, and demoted their descendants to commoners. No vassal king could be unafraid of this, not even those who were once close to him.

and.

The three of them are still unaware that they have regained their memories.

……

(End of this chapter)