Li Jinglong was probably at peace, and finally took out his folding fan, shook it, and said.

"In this way, as long as the concept of a nation-state dominated by the Han ethnic group is established, there will be no such debates as the debate between China and Yi and replacing China with Yi."

"That's it."

Jiang Xinghuo said with certainty: "There is another benefit to spreading this theory."

Li Jinglong didn't answer, and Zhu Gaoxu quickly cooperated: "Mr. Jiang, please speak."

"That is the right to register overseas."

"Overseas, household registration, rights?"

I know all five characters, and when combined together they don't seem too difficult to understand.

"What are the rights of overseas Ming people to register in the fish scale book and yellow book?" Zhu Gaoxu translated it literally.

Jiang Xinghuo nodded and said, "That's what I mean."

"Colonization will inevitably lead to the emergence of a large number of overseas populations. If the identity problem of these overseas populations cannot be solved and only relying on tyrannical force to suppress them, they will eventually end up with the same fate as the Mongols."

"It can take anywhere from a few decades to a hundred years. As the tyrannical force is corroded and degraded, the local population will rise in droves and overthrow the local rule of the Ming Dynasty."

Li Jinglong nodded and said: "This is the truth, but how can we solve it? As the saying goes, people who are not my race must have different hearts. Even if we admit that they are also the subjects of the Ming Emperor, I am afraid that this problem cannot be solved."

Hearing this, the senior decision-makers of the Ming Empire in the secret room also fell into deep thought.

The Mongols are the best example of this problem.

The Mongols went through several Western expeditions. In addition to the Yuan Dynasty, they also established four major khanates in the west, namely the Golden Horde (Slavic Mongolia) that occupied the later European continent of Russia, and the Mongols that occupied the territory established by Yelu Dashi in the Song Dynasty. The Chagatai Khanate (Turkic Mongolia) in the old land of Western Liao, the Ilkhanate (Green Mongolia) that occupied the Middle East and Iraq and the South Caucasus in later generations, and the Ogedai Khanate that occupied the special corps area in later generations.

Except for the Ogedei Khanate, which existed for a short period of time, the other three major khanates all lasted for about a hundred years. The "Haidu Overturn" incident that briefly appeared in "Currency Game: Simulating the Yuan Dynasty" refers to the Ogedei Khanate. It is a historical fact that the penultimate Khan of the Kuotai Khanate, Bo'er Jijin Haidu, provoked the border of the Yuan Dynasty.

When the Mongols conquered other areas, the final result was not assimilation of foreigners, but assimilation by foreigners.

This can be gleaned from the military technology "armor" that the Mongols value most.

The Mongols of the Yuan Dynasty basically learned and inherited the heavy armor of the Jin, Xia and Song Dynasties, such as iron futu, iron kite, and Beiwei army (not in the Yue Fei era), but the shape did not change much; the Mongols of the Golden Horde, It absorbed some of the plate armor craftsmanship of Polish, Prussian and other knights, and developed an armor shape with plate armor as the mainstay and pierced armor as a supplement. The Mongols of the Ilkhanate partially abandoned the pierced armor and based on the local terrain. Due to weather conditions, enemies and other conditions, they turned to chain armor as the mainstay, with zhao armor as the supplement, and even developed corresponding armor for camel cavalry; the Mongols of the Chagatai Khanate pointed out something similar to the Eight Banners of later generations, but more Turkic. A strange military technology tree with sleeveless cloth visor and elevated helmet.

Zhu Di said: "I am not worried about the Ming Dynasty's overseas colonization and trade. The people of the Ming Dynasty will be assimilated by the locals."

Hearing the string and knowing the elegant meaning, seeing that his father did not continue, Zhu Gaochi continued: "The reason why the Mongolians will be assimilated is that the population of Mongolia is too small, and the local population is too large, even one percent They can only rely on the elite army to carry out high-pressure rule. After a few generations, the combat effectiveness of the army will decline, and naturally it can only be combined with local forces, and it will gradually be assimilated."

"But compared to the four great khanates of Mongolia, the Ming Dynasty has a larger population. Although it has experienced wars and the Jingnan War at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, there is indeed some population shortage in the early years of the country. But I believe that according to the fertility of our Ming Dynasty, It doesn’t take several generations to get used to it. In the future, the Ming Dynasty will definitely face more people and less land, not more people and less land, so it is very meaningful to colonize overseas to reduce and alleviate the contradiction between people and land in the Ming Dynasty.”

"What your Majesty is worried about is that it is difficult for the local people to be assimilated by the Ming Dynasty." Gu Cheng glanced at Zhu Di and continued: "In other words, if a large number of local people are assimilated, how should the Ming Dynasty manage the problems of these foreign races."

"That's it. What General Gu said is what I'm worried about."

Zhu Di crossed his fingers and said slowly: "The Ming Dynasty naturally does not have to worry about being assimilated by the locals like the Mongols, but whether it is because the locals are always rebelling if they are not assimilated, or a large number of locals with ulterior motives have acquired the status of Ming people. , not necessarily a good thing.”

After saying that, Zhu Di looked at Dao Yan.

Dao Yan simply said: "Two tigers compete for food, and the barbarians fight the barbarians."

Gu Cheng then nodded, he also meant the same thing.

Gu Cheng guarded Guizhou for twenty years. To put it bluntly, he used this method. For the overseas chieftains who were completely unable to be controlled, the Ming Dynasty could only choose the policy of restraint. As for the chieftains within the territory who could manage but did not have the strength to fully control them, the old method of divide and rule was adopted. If anyone showed signs of becoming bigger, the Ming Dynasty would take the lead in sending troops and beat him to death with a stick.

In the history of Jiang Xinghuo's previous life, this trick was tried and tested when the Ming Dynasty had enough power to deal with local forces.

For example, one of the three major campaigns of Wanli was the Battle of Bozhou where Yang Yinglong, the chieftain of the Miao territory, rebelled.

The Yang family in Bozhou ruled the area for hundreds of years, and I remained unmoved no matter how the dynasty changed. By the time of Yang Yinglong, they had merged with the surrounding chieftains and had become the strongest chieftain force in Miao territory.

"In the horse-raising city, millions of troops are holding up the sun and the moon; the sea dragons are hoarding up, and half the emperor is holding the world in check."

The emperor of Bozhou, who defeated all the Miao territories with no rivals, is crazy enough, right?

The Ming Dynasty, which was also transformed into a shining star by Zhang Juzheng, just piled up money, troops, and logistics to death.

Of course, this premise is that Ming's military machine still has sufficient capabilities.

By the time Lao Nu Thirteen Armors raised their troops, the Ming Dynasty's Liaodong Army had already been severely weakened in fighting the Japanese and aiding the DPRK.

Can the Liaodong Army obliterate the Jurchens? It can't be erased! You don’t have the ability, you know?

As for the central army dispatching and launching a classic split-advance and combined-attack attack by later generations of principals, which were defeated by the old slaves one by one, that is another story. Although from a tactical level, considering the problem of logistics and supplies, it is not possible to defeat them by split-advantage and combined-attack. Nothing wrong with it.

It's just that no matter how good the tactics formulated by the coach are, it's useless if the players on the field can't execute them through intrigues. They all point to the last moment and rely on their teammates to pass the blame. The only way to win is to win.

Several high-level decision-makers of the Ming Empire in the secret room thought about it over and over and came up with no new ideas.

The conclusion reached in the end is still the same old one, if you can't control it, restrain it, if you can control it, divide and conquer it, and if you dare to stab it, shoot it to death.

“Export values.”

Jiang Xinghuo gave a completely different and new way of solving the problem.

"Mr. Jiang, what does exporting values ​​mean?" Zhu Gaoxu asked in confusion.

“Say it briefly, don’t waste time elaborating in depth.”

Jiang Xinghuo said: "I think people's thinking concepts are mainly composed of three perspectives, namely world view, outlook on life, and values."

"The world view is how we view the world. The vast majority of people now only see the world in their own village, and even the village next door. For some ignorant people, it is a completely different world, so they cannot see them. The world outside the eyes, such as the towns and cities outside, cannot see the entire Ming Dynasty, let alone the world outside the Ming Dynasty. In other words, the world view of ordinary people is shaped by the clan system and farming customs based on blood relations in the village. It comes out, such as how to live in the small world of the village."

"The outlook on life refers to how a person views his/her life, or how to spend this life. Most people have no time to think about these issues because the busy farming work makes them physically exhausted and mentally boring. , so most people’s outlook on life is to live their lives with wives and children, or to live their lives according to the life of most people. Of course, for people who have received education, they naturally work hard to climb up, and then honor their ancestors or make contributions. some type of."

"As for values, they are people's concepts of determining the value of things and determining right and wrong. In other words, that is whether I think this thing is valuable, whether this thing is right or wrong. Values ​​are very important for people to make decisions. Under the same conditions, people with different values ​​​​will often make completely opposite choices when faced with one thing. For example, some people are willing to die for justice, and some people feel that they are simply sick. This is People think that 'great righteousness' is valuable, and 'sacrifice one's life for righteousness' is right."

After listening to Jiang Xinghuo's simple and straightforward explanation, Li Jinglong said thoughtfully.

"That is to say, a person's world view and outlook on life are actually determined by his growth environment and education level. Values ​​have an important impact on people's choices. One is whether they think something is valuable, and the other is whether they think something is valuable. Second, do you think doing something is right or wrong?”

"That's it."

"According to Mr. Jiang, what Ming Dynasty wants to export to the overseas population is the last 'value'?" Zhu Gaoxu then asked.

Jiang Xinghuo nodded and said: "Because a person's outlook on life and worldview are easily shaped by the environment in which he or she grows up and the level of education, and it is difficult to change when one reaches adulthood. However, values ​​are different, and values ​​can be changed day by day, especially 'Profit-oriented values' can easily distort and replace the original values, leading people to a new path."

"Jiang Lang, you might as well start talking about what is called 'profit-oriented values'. We don't think it's a waste of time." Li Jinglong said.

Several people in the secret room next door also pricked up their ears at this time.

They are all sensitively aware that this is the key to how to avoid the Mongols' mistakes and how to effectively manage the Ming Dynasty's overseas population.

"Profit-oriented values ​​refer to the values ​​exported by Ming Dynasty, which will make him feel that judging values ​​and right and wrong according to this set of values ​​​​exported by Ming Dynasty will bring him "possible" benefits that are much higher than his original Values ​​we uphold.”

"Can you raise a chestnut?" Li Jinglong asked.

"Okay, let's take the example of the Japanese we just talked about." Jiang Xinghuo thought for a while and said, "For example, originally a Japanese person's values ​​are that it is valuable to be loyal to the name, to follow the collective, There is value in following the strong to become stronger, etc.”

Zhu Gaoxu and Li Jinglong nodded. As mentioned before, the geographical environment has indeed shaped these spiritual traits of the Japanese.

"Then if the values ​​exported by Ming Dynasty partly conflict with the original values ​​of the Japanese, but can actually bring material and spiritual benefits, any normal person will subtly accept this through long-term propaganda. new values ​​that can bring him greater benefits.”

"For example, if the Ming Dynasty ruled Japan and the Ming Dynasty preached that people are equal, personal attachment is illegal, and the people only need and only need to be loyal to the emperor, then guess what the consequences will be?"

Li Jinglong thought for a while and said: "There are always people who are unwilling to attach themselves to their original masters, but are forced to do so or have no other way out. If they are indoctrinated in this way, and someone takes the lead in releasing their personal attachment, others will surely be shaken. After all, except for a few people, most of them will People are still willing to live more comfortably as long as their living conditions remain the same or become better instead of worse.”

"For another example, Ming propagandists should have the right to choose freely. They should not follow the collective in everything. They can choose which overseas colony to go to and which city to work in, instead of being tied to the original collective farmland. Guess what the consequences will be?”

Zhu Gaoxu simply said: "Then it will come naturally as it pleases. As long as the trend gradually increases, more and more Japanese will become less willing to be restrained by the collective."

"For another example, the Ming Dynasty promoted that although the Ming Dynasty was a nation-state dominated by the Han people, it accepted the sinicization of the Siyi people before joining. Of course, this has a strict review process. They must have special skills and continuously create value for the Ming Dynasty. , and only overseas foreigners who agree with Ming values ​​​​can be regarded as Chinese people of the Ming Dynasty. Then guess what the consequences will be?"

The two said in unison: "Eager to join the Ming Dynasty!"

"That's it, do you understand?"

Jiang Xinghuo smiled and said: "This change of values ​​will make him recognize from the bottom of his heart that he is a Ming Dynasty person, so he wants to work hard to become a Ming Dynasty person. This is the core benefit of the overseas household registration right."

"The premise is that in his opinion, Ming Dynasty must be stronger, richer, and more civilized than the original country, and it can bring him greater benefits. This benefit is not limited to money and wealth, but includes Because of status, psychological superiority, etc., a Yi person becomes a citizen of the Ming Dynasty. In terms of status and status, he is superior to his original compatriots, and he will have a psychological sense of superiority."

In fact, ideological colonization is the highest state of colonization, and conquest by force is just the beginning.

This is why the death of an old lady from the country can make tens of millions of former colonial people around the world, including Tianzhu, Hangkang and other areas that are now quite developed and have a high level of education per capita, cry bitterly. Runny nose.

A certain wooden and clay sculpture of the values ​​of the spiritual world shattered.

This is also the only way to solve the sequelae of the Mongols' brutal military conquest.

"This is the best application of the inscription of Emperor Xuan of the Han Dynasty on Ding Hu."

Jiang Xinghuo read softly.

“Everywhere the sun and moon shine, and wherever rivers reach, are Han lands, and the people of Han lands are all Hanized.”

"Even if we travel a hundred thousand miles away from our country, anyone who dares to offend our powerful men will be killed no matter how far away!"

"get out of class is over."

Anyone who offends our strong men will be killed no matter how far away!

"nice!"

Gu Cheng's eyes were bright and full of fighting spirit when he spoke.

As a famous general of the generation, even though he is getting older and has various minor ailments in his body, there is always a burning flame in his heart.

Zhu Di and Gu Cheng looked at each other. The two soldiers, one old and one strong, saw the admiration, excitement and enthusiasm in each other's eyes.

As the founding hero, Gu Cheng was the well-deserved first-generation general of the Ming Dynasty, while Zhu Di was the strongest commander of the second generation of the Ming Dynasty and the person closest to the template of Tang Taizong.

Gu Cheng is now over seventy years old, but he still sticks to his duties and serves the country.

Decades ago, Gu Cheng followed Zhu Yuanzhang, the great emperor of the Ming Dynasty, to personally defeat the Yuan Dynasty and drive the Mongol barbarians out of the Central Plains. Now, he is about to go into battle again and return to northern Xinjiang to lead an army to obliterate the Jurchens and eliminate future troubles for the Ming Dynasty.

Jiang Xinghuo's theory completely aroused their sympathy.

As a soldier, the expansion of territory allowed the Ming Dynasty to reach as far as the Han and Tang Dynasties, making them proud.

As a Han Chinese, it is what they want throughout their lives so that the Han people will never suffer humiliation again.

It is precisely because they have experienced being invaded and humiliated by foreign races that they understand how important it is for the Han people to become stronger.

A strong Han nationality must have sustained military merit and blood-producing capabilities!

Otherwise, as Jiang Xinghuo said, in just a few generations, he would fall into the position of Wen Tian and Wu Xi.

The ocean is undoubtedly a better direction than land to obtain more wealth, alleviate the contradiction between man and land, and cultivate military merit!

Gu Cheng said, "Your Majesty, please allow me to say something you don't like to hear."

Zhu Di said in a deep voice: "General Gu, please speak."

"The Ming Dynasty wanted to complete its strategic transformation from land to sea, and I think there is no problem."

"After all, the decline of the Mongols is inevitable, and the Mongolian Plateau is indeed destined to be unable to completely eliminate the nomads as Jiang Xinghuo said."

"By going to the Western Ocean, you can not only obtain high trade benefits, but also continuously cultivate new military heroes."

"When I was serving as a personal guard of Emperor Taizu Gao, Emperor Taizu Gao once told me that the Ming Dynasty must not follow the old path of the Southern Song Dynasty!"

"The emperor is supreme. He holds the civil servants on his left and the military ministers on his right. We must not lose balance!"

"As for cultivating new military meritorious officials from the sea, the first battle is Japan."

"This battle for Japan must be fought, and it must be fought beautifully. The old minister suggested that Your Majesty should choose more young third-generation generals of the Ming Dynasty. Whether it is Zhang Yu's son Zhang Fu or the second prince, they should be sent to gain experience. There has never been any The truth is that a young eagle can grow into an eagle by hiding under its wings.”

Gu Cheng frowned and his eyes flashed: "But there is one thing that your Majesty must pay attention to, that is, naval battles are absolutely different from land battles. Since the founding of the Ming Dynasty, the largest water battle was only the Battle of Poyang Lake with Chen Youliang. Strictly speaking, In other words, the Ming Dynasty did not have any experience in large-scale naval battles."

"Therefore, all aspects of Japan's intelligence, including how many ships, how many troops there are in the army, how it is trained, what its equipment is, how its baggage is, how the power of temples in various places is distributed, what their relationship is with each other, and what the population of the fields is like. All these require Duke Cao Guo to send an envoy. It’s time to find out clearly. Cao Guogong’s task is very arduous.”

"However, the old minister is skeptical about Cao Guogong's ability!"

Gu Cheng said solemnly.

Although the Ming Dynasty's national and military power far exceeded that of Japan.

But for Gu Cheng, the loyal chief of staff, the more information the better.

But can Cao Guogong Li Jinglong really complete this arduous task?

Zhu Di looked at the wall with deep eyes and said.

"I will personally go to Nanjing Pier to welcome Mr. Cao Guogong who has returned with great honor."

"When the time comes, regardless of success or failure, all the bad grudges I have with Duke Cao will be wiped out."

Zhu Gaochi shivered inexplicably.

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