Zhu Youjian: Taizu has an order! kill!

Time goes by very quickly.

In a few days, there will only be five days left before the Chinese New Year.

The entire capital city was now enveloped in celebration.

The streets are filled with paper-made lanterns and various celebration activities are happening in an endless stream.

Compared with previous years, all foreign businessmen in the capital during this period have become more honest than before.

Obviously he was afraid of Ming's growing military might.

At this time, in the palace.

Zhu Youjian also received a special guest today.

"Mr. Li, I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you?"

"Compared to last year, you look a bit older."

Taking a sip from the tea cup, Zhu Youjian said with a smile.

The person sitting in front of him was none other than the North Korean monarch Li Ju.

He has been in the capital for some time, but Zhu Youjian did not see him before the war situation was uncertain.

This Li Zhu was quite fun. Seeing that Zhu Youjian had no time to pay attention to him for the time being, he started playing around in the capital.

Listening to music and shopping around every day is so relaxing.

Although he is only the king of a small place, he can be considered rich with the wealth accumulated by his ancestors.

After spending some money, he became somewhat famous in the capital.

Li Zhu, who was also drinking tea, couldn't help but smile bitterly when he heard Zhu Youjian's words.

"Your Majesty, although I don't have any big ambitions, North Korea is my homeland after all."

"How can I really eat and sleep well when the Tatar army comes to attack?"

"Fortunately, the Ming Dynasty soldiers were so powerful that they finally drove the Tatars out."

"Xiao Wang is here to thank His Majesty the Ming Dynasty for lending a helping hand to the nearly tens of millions of people in North Korea to save them from the fire and water."

Li Zhu's attitude was very respectful.

As he spoke, he stood up and bowed to Zhu Youjian in salute.

It is true that he does not have the courage to die for his country, but this does not mean that he does not want to save North Korea.

After all, it was his family business.

"Our two families are already on good terms, so it goes without saying much about this little thing."

"And North Korea's ability to defend itself mainly depends on your talent."

"If he hadn't held Huang Taiji back, I might not have been able to help him."

Zhu Youjian smiled and shook his head without taking the credit.

Although Huang Taiji was forced to leave by Mao Wenlong, it was Zhang Huaicai who held the whole situation together in the past few days.

This was a fact, and he was not interested in snatching it away.

"Zhang Huai?"

"Hey, he is indeed a talent, but it's a pity that Xiao Wang is not that lucky."

"Only Ming Dynasty deserves to have this kind of talent."

Li Zhu also admired Zhang Huai quite a lot.

He didn't think this person could succeed at all before.

Unexpectedly, he actually held back Huang Taiji in the Yalu River.

Sometimes Li Zhu even thinks about what if Zhang Huai could really help him.

Perhaps North Korea can reach a different ending.

However, this idea only stayed in his mind for less than half a day before being thrown out.

Talents like Zhang Huai are not qualified to be used by North Korea alone.

Only Ming Dynasty is the stage for him to shine.

He needs to be a flag-bearer, not a pawn in the hands of others.

"maybe..."

Zhu Youjian shrugged but did not refute.

After a pause, he continued.

"Okay, let's talk business."

"I came to you today to talk about the future."

"Although Huang Taiji has temporarily withdrawn, the threat from Tatars and Japanese pirates has not been eliminated."

"North Korea is the most important ally of the Ming Dynasty. How to cooperate in the future still requires King Li to think a lot."

It's basically enough to do homemaking.

He is not the kind of emperor who is very good at bullshit.

Let’s get straight to the point.

After speaking, Zhu Youjian glanced at Taizu, who was also sitting with his legs crossed next to Li Zhu.

I called Li Zhu here today just to discuss the ownership of North Korea.

Although Li Zhu had previously written a letter requesting to be incorporated into the Ming Dynasty, it was a private communication between the two after all.

If this matter is to be accomplished, Li Jie must submit the application in person at the court meeting.

Then go through the six steps, go through the etiquette, and go through all the procedures before it can be done.

Not to mention that North Korea has been defended now. If Li Zhu regrets it, Zhu Youjian must make plans early.

After all, he is the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, so it is not easy for him to take the initiative to let North Korea merge into the Ming Dynasty.

The appearance of a tiger and a wolf can easily arouse the vigilance of other surrounding allies.

Therefore, it must be Li Zhu who initiated this matter!

Taizu is holding the battle here today precisely because he wants to find out Li Zhu's attitude.

If he dares to go back on his word...

Taizu said that he has nine ways to make this guy regret it!

Nine kinds!

"Your Majesty, I have already said this in my previous letter."

"I am willing to give up the throne of North Korea and let North Korea completely fall under the jurisdiction of the Ming Dynasty."

"Since I have decided on this matter, I will definitely not go back on it."

"As long as His Majesty does not dislike it, I can submit an application to the Ming Dynasty today!"

"But I hope your Majesty can agree to a few requests."

"Don't worry, it's definitely not something difficult to do!"

Li Zhu was not stupid, so he could naturally understand the meaning of Zhu Youjian's words.

I know that this eldest brother wants to ask him for labor fees.

Okay, I, Li Zhu, am not an ignorant person.

North Korea definitely can't stay, and to be honest, he doesn't want to stay.

That poor place is nothing compared to this capital city!

Moreover, it is still a place where two sides are at war, and it may be completely gone when I fall asleep one night.

Instead of trembling with fear, why not enjoy it!

But North Korea can give it! But brother, you should give me some benefits.

After all, this is a large piece of land, plus nearly ten million people.

"ask?"

"tell me the story."

Zhu Youjian raised his eyebrows slightly, looked at Li Jian for a long time, and then said with a chuckle.

Are there really conditions?

Hope it's not too much.

"Then I'll say it boldly."

"This North Korea is the ancestral land of our Li family for generations. Now that it is handed over to Ming Dynasty, I really don't know how to meet my ancestors."

"So I hope that I can change my identity enough so that I and my descendants can gain a foothold in the Ming Dynasty."

"Besides... I also want a reward."

"Although I am not short of money for the time being, there is an old saying about paving the way for future generations."

"If an unfilial offspring is born, I still want to ensure that he has enough food and clothing."

"I hope His Majesty the Ming Dynasty can make it happen."

Li Zhu took a deep breath, knowing that he had aroused Zhu Youjian's dissatisfaction.

But he still had the courage to say the request.

Li Chen, who had been silent and invisible next to him, was speechless after hearing this.

Why the hell can't you see your ancestors...

If this guy really cared about his ancestors' opinions, he wouldn't have chosen to run away that day.

At the end of the day, it’s not about price.

A few sentences can be condensed into one sentence.

This is the land of my ancestors, so I need to pay more!

"Taizu, what do you say, do you want to agree?"

"The requirements are not high, it's just a title and money."

"What Ming Dynasty lacks most now is these two things."

Zhu Youjian did not speak in a hurry at this time, but asked Taizu in his heart.

Although he was also dissatisfied with Li Jie's sudden price increase.

But if we can successfully obtain North Korea, it will be a cost-effective deal.