Bright Spring

Pei Youzhen then greeted the entourage standing in the distance, and when the entourage came up with musical instruments, he bowed to the people around him, ""A Thousand Miles of Jinling" is too ugly."

As soon as Xiao Sheng sounded, Zhu Gaoxu was immediately attracted.He was a little surprised that only a bamboo cymbal and a pair of copper cymbals could express such a profound and majestic momentum.

Coupled with the title of the song reported by Pei Youzhen, the music immediately won Zhu Gaoxu's heart.

Zhu Gaoxu's music knowledge is very shallow. He only learned the basic sheet music from Du Qianrui in the past two years. He found that his musical talent does not seem to be very high, mainly because he lacks a sense of rhythm.But on the other hand, he can appreciate all kinds of music, perhaps listen to a lot.

At this time, the piece played by Pei Youzhen has a strong sense of desolation because the main vocalist has only one bamboo Xiao solo's superb expression.It made Zhu Gaoxu imagine that it was like the situation of ancestors cutting through thorns and thorns to open up territories in the wild and sparsely populated era of ancient times.However, Zhu Gaoxu believes that the world of this era should already be very lively.

After listening to the song, Zhu Gaoxu didn't express his feelings on the spot, but just clapped his hands and said, "Okay! I didn't know before that Minister Pei has such a talent."

Pei Youzhen said, "I dare not be a minister."

Zhu Gaoxu turned his head to look at the attendant in the pavilion, and waved his hand lightly.The eunuchs and guards immediately opened the wine jars, poured wine into many bowls, and brought them up.

The monarchs and ministers who stood together raised their wine bowls one after another.Everyone held the bowls and looked at Zhu Gaoxu, as if waiting for something.

Zhu Gaoxu also understood that the wine when the monarch and his subjects parted must have something to say.

Holding his wine bowl, he pondered for a moment, and then said to the generals, "Since ancient times, our country has been the suzerain of the four corners of Shenzhou; so it is called China, and the monarch is the co-lord. We must not give up our old sphere of influence, let alone give up

deserved status and dignity.In addition, since the Three Emperors and Five Emperors, our country has been the most advanced and civilized country, and the world cannot rest on its laurels, but should find a way to break through the barriers.Generals, I believe that after hundreds of years, future generations will recognize you and praise you for your contributions to the country. "

Since these people are already figures standing at the top of the empire, Zhu Gaoxu did not hesitate to speak from a higher angle.How everyone understands it is something they should understand.

Sheng Yong bent down holding the wine bowl and said, "The Holy Majesty has great ambitions, and I am deeply honored to be able to accompany him and drive for the Holy Majesty."

Ping An said, "Where the Holy One makes an order to attack, the Holy One has his own reasons. Of course, I will do so."

Liu Sheng said, "I would like to spread the reputation of the Holy One to the world."

Zhu Gaoxu raised his wine bowl and said, "It's done!"

"Do it!" The civil and military ministers echoed.

The generals put down the wine bowls on the wooden plate, knelt down on the ground together, and kowtowed to Zhu Gaoxu again.After they got up, Sheng Yong clasped his fists and said, "The minister waits for the Holy One to wait for the good news."

Zhu Gaoxu nodded, raised his hand and waved lightly.

Sheng Yong and others took their leave and retreated, then took the reins from the guards, and led the horse to the pier by the river.Zhu Gaoxu led the crowd and still stood there, watching the generals set off.

At this moment, raindrops suddenly fell from the sky.The eunuch's voice said, "Bring the umbrella quickly."

The spring rain quickly fell in one piece. The rain was not heavy, but it had already shrouded the scene in front of it.Not far away, the soldiers wearing wide-brimmed hats and neat uniforms lined up in the rain, still in order and motionless, watching the riverside with Zhu Gaoxu.

Zhu Gaoxu turned and left the pavilion when the two ferryboats on the pier, carrying the general and the cavalry guards, left the shore.

Zhu Gaoxu boarded the four-horse-driven Luanjia and returned to the city with the guard of honor.He looked out of the window, and a river that flowed into the big river came into view.The weeping willows on the river bank have already sprouted new green leaves, swaying in the light rain and the breeze, and the scenery shrouded in misty rain is also full of the breath of spring.

Looking back suddenly, Zhu Gaoxu realized that three full years had passed since he officially ascended the throne.

In the past three years, Zhu Gaoxu has done a lot of things; but at first thought, he doesn't seem to have any particularly grand achievements.He conquered Mongolia in the north, but the activities of the Mongolian tribes were not much different from before; he deployed a war in Annan, but Annan was conquered in the Yongle period, and Zhu Gaoxu even restored the royal family of Annan ; The navy of the Ming army went to the West, which was also done during the Yongle period.

Zhu Gaoxu even canceled some major events formulated during the Yongle period to move the capital to Beiping, build a new imperial city, prepare for many plans for the Northern Expedition, and edit the major events of the Yongle Grand Ceremony.However, "Tiangong Kaiwu", edited and edited by Zhu Gaoxu, does not seem to be so eye-catching, after all, it only dabbles in technology.The so-called "Scientific Translation of Various Countries" was only circulated among the court ministers.

However, Zhu Gaoxu doesn't care about whether everything can surprise people.He is just taking the steps he thinks are more reasonable, and thinks that the current progress in just three years is already considered fast.

If the picture is titled, he believes that as long as the annals of history can truthfully record what he did, future generations will recognize his cause more.The premise is that he has to be more steady, not to fail so quickly, and not to become an abrupt innovation like Wang Mang.

Of course, before being re-approved, Zhu Gaoxu felt that he might be misunderstood for a few years.But Zhu Gaoxu is still more willing to do something truly meaningful than being an ancient Mingjun praised by scholars.So he didn't feel that he was misunderstood or how wronged he was, it was all his choice.In his view, matters at the national level and the progress of civilization are meaningful.

He pondered for a while, without any desire to change his mind, and still planned to go one way to the end.

Zhu Gaoxu lifted the curtain and said, "Pei Youzhen, tell Pei Youzhen to get in the car."

The Jinyiwei general next to him immediately clasped his fists in agreement, turned his head and shouted, "There is a decree from the Holy Spirit, Pei Youzhen, the servant of the Ministry of Xuanbing, will ride with you."

The decree was passed on again.After a while, Pei Youzhen, who was following behind, came behind Luanjia on horseback, and got into the carriage.

After Pei Youzhen saw the ceremony, Zhu Gaoxu said directly, "The Tuanlong Sunyue flag used in our army can be used as the national flag. I think we should choose a national anthem and play it at the flag raising or some ceremonies. Pei Shilang's song "Ten Thousand Miles of Jinling" , I feel good."

Pei Youzhen was startled, and immediately said happily, "I don't know if I can be worthy of ritual and music, or I can discuss with courtiers."

Zhu Gaoxu ignored Pei Youzhen's suggestion. After all, the dynasty has never had such a national flag and national anthem. What is there to discuss?

"However, as a ritual music, this song may be too sad and inappropriate." Zhu Gaoxu said, "After thinking about it, I think this feeling has nothing to do with the rhythm, but the effect caused by Xiao Sheng's solo."

Pei Youzhen nodded and said, "The Holy One speaks the language. When I composed this song, I never thought of it as a ritual music. It's just because of the experience of the minister Suizheng that I saw the battlefield and the soldiers went deep into the barren land; I deeply felt the grand plan of Jinling. But it also has heaviness and desolation, and Xiao Sheng just means that."

Zhu Gaoxu pondered, "Will the effect change if more wind instruments are played in unison?"

"Horizontal blowing." Pei Youzhen suddenly said, "Changed to a military instrument and played piccolo horizontally, and added more sets of copper cymbals. It will surely resolve the sadness and turn it into a magnificent artistic conception."

Zhu Gaoxu nodded and said, "Very good, after you re-arrange, come to Rouyi Palace to play."

Pei Youzhen made a bow and said, "The minister accepts the decree."

Zhu Gaoxu didn't say anything, and picked up the map in his hand again to look at it.This is a chart of the South China Sea, which has nothing to do with the recent conquest of Japan.

After a while, Zhu Gaoxu noticed that Pei Youzhen seemed surprised by this picture, so he said, "Pei Shilang's piece played today is really good, and I have a lot of feelings. When playing a piece of music, orderly and precise rhythm is very important. "

Pei Youzhen said, "It turns out that the Holy Majesty is also proficient in rhythm."

Zhu Gaoxu shook his head and remained silent.

After a moment of silence, Zhu Gaoxu said again, "The campaign to conquer the sun is expected to start in March and April, and the entire campaign may last for several months. Regardless of the length of the war, it will take at least a few days to realize the goal of the official army stationing in Shi Jianguo." months.

In the meantime, we don't have to just wait for the results.There are three excellent seaports in Champa and Chenla, and they are on the only way for seagoing ships to go to the West. We should try to incorporate them into the garrison range of the army and set them up as strongholds to open up mature routes. "

Pei Youzhen said, "Your Majesty is far-sighted."

end of this chapter)

Chapter 8 and Five: Pei Youzhen's Official Career

Eunuchs and Jinyi guards surrounded Luanjia and walked to the Waiwulong Bridge.After the car stopped for a while, Pei Youzhen got out of the car.

As soon as the team crosses the Wulong Bridge, they look at the Chengtian Gate.Pei Youzhen didn't need to go to the palace at this time, it was appropriate for him to bid farewell to the emperor here.

Luanjia drove again, and Pei Youzhen bowed and stood by the roadside, bowing to the carriage.He then found that many civil and military eunuchs accompanying him cast strange glances at him.No matter what mood people are in, they are paying attention to Pei Youzhen; after all, he just rode with the emperor just now.

He was a humble man who looked like a farmer. He once taught those illiterate old rough warriors to read in the Han Dynasty.How could he have imagined before that he would have the honor and status he has today?

Pei Youzhen was a little lost in thought, but soon came back to her senses, and clasped her fists to Wang Gui, the eunuch who was behind the Luanjia, "Your Majesty, please stay."

Wang Gui was also very face-saving, and immediately walked over, and said kindly: "What can we do for Pei Shilang?"

"Don't dare." Pei Youzhen said.People of low birth like him seem to have a problem, that is, they are often not confident enough, and when facing people of some status, their posture is often too low; even if the other party is just an eunuch.