The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1901

[1901. Chapter 1810 The Teacher of Benevolence and Righteousness]

Facing Fang Jifan’s contempt.

These Confucian officials looked as usual.

They are readers.

Scholars have always been thoughtful.

They think much more than ordinary people.

So…

at this time, although Li Zheng was still a little scared in his heart, he still had some ideas.

He saw the contempt on the prince’s and regent’s faces, but he looked at each other with the few Confucian officials around him.

Then… he bowed to Zhu Zaimo and said: “Your Highness has defeated the Ottomans. It can be said that the whole world is celebrating. The Ottoman soldiers and civilians are all rejoicing. But Suleiman and his ancestors are operating here day by day. The so-called frozen three feet are not one.” The sun is cold. I am waiting here…bearing the humiliation and planning for His Highness…”

Zhu Zaimo frowned and said: “What exactly do you want to say?”

Li Zheng looked a little embarrassed and then said: “The ancients said that it is easy to conquer the world. It is difficult to rule the world. After all, Ottoman is not the two capitals and fourteen provinces in the Guan Dynasty, and the people have not yet attached themselves to it. We, the Ming Dynasty, want long-term peace and stability, and I will do my best.”

As he said… Li Zheng said sternly: “I have already created a situation in Ottoman. The Huang Register, the population and household registers of the Ottoman lands are all under control. When His Highness attacked the city, the ministers were afraid that the Huang Register would be damaged, so they ordered people to protect it as soon as possible.”

“Besides… …There are Confucian scholars in all the cities of the Ottoman Empire. The Confucian scholars have been teaching people here for ten years. In the past ten years, they have also had quite a few disciples. Now…this Ottoman people can speak Chinese and know the Four Books. There are millions of them. If If your majesty is willing to accept them, divide the states, establish tribute colleges in each state, and open imperial examinations, then the Ottomans will be full of talents, and they will win over the people of the court. Is there any reason why the Ottomans cannot have long-term peace and stability? “

Li Zheng’s words? …Making Zhu Zaimo silent for a moment.

There is quite a mystery behind these words.

On the one hand, Li Zheng told the prince that he had protected Huang Ce, and if the court wanted to rule here, it must control household registration, population, and land.

The Yellow Book was compiled by Confucian scholars who entered the Ottoman Empire and was compiled by Suleiman, and this… was the basis of rule.

On the other hand, Li Zheng indirectly told the prince that Osman was once a foreign vassal after all and had not yet become a general.

To govern here, we must win over the wealthy families here to form a new class, and then rely on these people to rule.

At the moment…Osman has the ability to govern the court. In addition to the original old nobles, the only Confucian scholars trained by Han Confucians like Li Zheng in the past ten years.

Those old nobles had insatiable desires. They originally owned a large amount of territory and countless slaves during the Ottoman era. What did the court use to feed them?

But Confucians are different.

Everyone is well fed.

On weekdays, in the local area, they teach people and ministers, and promote Chinese studies. Even if they want to gain glory and wealth, they still need to work hard, study hard, and participate in the imperial examinations to have a chance to gain fame.

As a court, which method is more cost-effective?

Zhu Zaimo seemed to be shaking in his heart.

Li Zheng’s words were not unreasonable, but he was still a little hesitant.

After all, he hated people like Li Zheng deeply.

Come to think of it…this is why the founding kings always liked to humiliate Confucian scholars.

After all… people who have conquered the world will inevitably have more experience, and they have seen with their own eyes that their former enemies are now groveling to you. For these people… they will inevitably feel contempt.

But the governance of the world cannot bypass them after all.

Zhu Zaimo looked at Fang Jifan, hoping that his mentor would make up his mind.

Fang Jifan sat on the horse and sighed again: “What a bunch of dogs.”

Fang Jifan had the same emotion just now.

The former’s tone was filled with anger. The latter said the same words, but he was filled with emotion.

Zhu Zaimo immediately heard the profound meaning contained in his mentor’s tone.

Yes… Although this group of dogs is annoying, it is the best way to rule the Ottomans. They can use the lowest cost to rule this big country that spans thousands of miles and promote education. It seems that there are many shortcomings, but a certain To a certain extent, it is also the most realistic method. The new learning was promoted in the two capitals and fourteen provinces, the old Confucian rule was used in the Ottomans, and the method of enfeoffment was adopted in the Golden Continent. This was a method adapted to the times and local conditions.

Zhu Zaimo then said: “Immediately sort out the yellow books and post notices to appease the people.”

Li Zheng and others heaved a long sigh of relief.

They will never surrender easily. Since they surrender, they will definitely have something to rely on.

What they relied on… was that the court still needed them for the time being.

So… they hurriedly kowtowed and said: “I obey the edict.”

Zhu Zaimo and others continued to drive horses into the city.

And at this time…

looking from a distance.

But they saw that the Ottoman palace was already ablaze.

A large number of new troops rushed in that direction, eager to put out the fire.

Zhu Zaimo breathed a sigh of relief and said with a sense of understanding: “Is Suleiman still in the palace?”

“Yes, Your Highness.” Fang Jifan said: “It’s a pity, he is a good person.”

Zhu Zaimo thought for a while and said: “But… my mentor, you scolded him yesterday.”

Fang Jifan suddenly became serious and said sadly: “He was not dead yesterday, but now he is probably burned to death. Hey… Suleiman can be regarded as a master of great talent and strategy. I had dealt with him in the capital. He was a majestic and enlightened man. He really shouldn’t have fallen to this end. I cry out sadly, my brother Suleiman. , I cry out, my brother Suleiman… His Highness the Crown Prince and I brought troops here, all we did was to fight against the traitors and had nothing to do with him. Who would have thought that he would be so inconsiderate after all? It was the former Ottoman emperor who died under criticism. His Highness should inherit his legacy, kill this traitor to Osman, and avenge Suleiman. Not only that, he also needs to appease his relatives and order people to protect the Ottoman royal mausoleum. He must not be mutilated by the thieves. When the time comes… he still needs to collect his remains, bury him with the emperor’s rites, and offer sacrifices in person.”

Seeing his mentor’s lamentation, Zhu Zaimo seemed to understand in his heart that his mentor and Suleiman had already died. , when we were in the capital, we met several times.

Although everyone is their own master now, the person is dead, so it is inevitable to feel a little sad.

My mentor is a person who values friendship.

Fang Jifan didn’t say anything else. He took the lead and led a team of guards to the Ottoman Palace!

The fire in the palace has been put out.

The new officers and soldiers have sealed the doors and protected all the female relatives.

Fang Jifan looked at this foreign palace and muttered to himself… It would be better to burn this place down, then find a new site and build a new city.

Of course… this was just an occupational disease. He quickly gave up the idea and thought to himself… He was now the regent, so he must not make his position smaller.

He found a side hall to rest, but Wang Yi, the commander of the Second Army, came in a hurry and said excitedly: “Master… Master…”

Wang Yi claimed that he was in the army and studied in night school with Wang Shouren. Therefore, he claimed to be a descendant of the royal family, and naturally, he shamelessly called Fang Jifan his master.

“Master, I’ve found it, I’ve found it. It’s his luck that Suleiman is not dead yet. He originally wanted to die, but who knew that he was rescued by a loyal eunuch as soon as the fire started. I humbly hear this, Master.” The order to search for Suleiman’s remains must be restrained. Who would have thought… that he would actually find a living person…”

“Ah…” Fang Jifan held the teacup, his arm shook, and the tea was poured out subconsciously. He stopped and said, “No… not dead…”

This was really unexpected!

“Exactly, the student has ordered someone to take care of him…”

Fang Jifan calmed down and interrupted him: “That’s enough, don’t say any more.”

Wang Yi was stunned, he knew that the master had something to say.

But Fang Jifan sighed: “Everyone said he was dead. If he were alive now, wouldn’t everyone be embarrassed? Hey… let’s burn it again. This time it must be successful, so as not to make me sad a second time.”

Wang Yi: “…”

The master was right. He turned around and was about to leave.

behind.

Fang Jifan sighed, but suddenly said: “Wait a minute.”

Wang Yi turned back and glanced at Fang Jifan.

Fang Jifan sighed: “There is no need to burn it any more. My inner conscience tells me that destiny cannot be violated and a person cannot be sorry for his friends. So be it… You immediately order someone to keep him alive and look for his body. Then say These are his remains. As for him… escort him secretly and send him to the Golden Continent.”

Wang Yi trembled and raised his thumbs in his heart. Master… he is so benevolent.

………

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(End of chapter)