Chapter 223
Xi Zhu couldn't believe that Guo Feng would be "bribed" by the prince!
Of course, he had already been on his thighs and had someone to give advice behind him, but Guo Xiu was just a seamless egg and no fly could bite it. Xi Zhu knew that as long as everything was right, Guo Xiu would definitely help him impeach him, and the sharp and exquisite words made up for his shortcomings. In recent years, the relationship between the two censors has been quite harmonious. In addition, Xi Zhu was deeply hidden, although he was a Manchu minister, his relationship with Guo Xiu, who was a Han minister, was still quite good.
Now, Xi Zhu was suddenly "betrayed" by his colleagues. Seeing Guo Xiu denounced him as "short sight", Xi Zhu, who had already prepared it, was eager to refute it and listed the disadvantages of promoting external learning one by one.
"Promoting foreign studies so that those who originally would devote themselves to learning the classics and studying Confucian scholars to learn those things is putting the cart before the horse and destroying the country!"
Guo Xiu shook his head and said sadly: "Mr. Xi is so serious. Learning foreign studies and learning Confucianism are not in conflict. Now foreigners send people to learn Chinese studies. They come here to study Chinese studies, medical books, and Confucian classics. Why can't Chinese people send people outside?"
"Those foreign red-Russians came from the barbarian land and were extremely rude. The Qing Dynasty was the country. Tolerance and kindness allowed them to learn the knowledge of the Qing Dynasty. It was right for them to come here to come with their reputation. Why should our country send people to the barbarian land? That would be a condescending noble!"
"Mr. Zhaoxi's intention is that they should not be given the opportunity to learn about our country's knowledge, and should they be driven out of the Qing Dynasty?"
Guo Feng asked Xi Zhu sternly.
The sea ban has been lifted, and now it is a time when maritime trade is frequent. If Guo Xiu's actions are taken, it will go against the current government orders in the court, and it is a truly untenable argument.
Xi Zhu said coldly: "That's not the case. The Qing Dynasty treated all the affiliated countries kindly. They came to learn from their names. The superior country was tolerant and naturally willing to spread etiquette to the barbarians and educate them."
Yinreng only felt that this scene looked familiar, and there was also a scene of Xi Zhu and Guo Xiu's rebellion in the memory scene in his mind. However, at that time, Guo Xiu stood opposite the crown prince Yinreng, while Xi Zhu stood on the side of the crown prince Yinreng.
Yinreng blinked and fell into deep thought: something strange has always appeared in Gu's mind recently.
Xiaomei was so scared that she didn't dare to show off and pretended that her system was dead.
Yinreng: It’s so strange to see your face when you grow up like a cartoon!
He was not affected at all, but instead analyzed something that "Xizhu is a fence-bearer."
Since it is a fence-bearing man, it is easy to deal with, and fence-bearing man has a weak position.
Yinreng spoke, focusing everyone's eyes on himself: "Promoting the use of external learning can make the Qing Dynasty know oneself and enemy of the world, and only then can he be defeated by the battles."
"Xi Daren is profound in literature and probably knows what it means to read thousands of books and travel thousands of miles. When he is closed at home, the news is blocked and he does not know the outside world, like a frog in the well, and he can only see a square sky. Since ancient times, scholars will choose to study abroad and increase their knowledge after they have achieved success in their studies. Only after seeing more can they play to their strengths and weaknesses. The Qing Dynasty is the best country, but it also has the heart to embrace all rivers. Promoting external learning is to put the eyes of the Qing Dynasty into the world, rather than a single country in the world and a lonely country in the east. It is not difficult to open your eyes to see this world. The national strength of the Qing Dynasty will be stronger!"
Yinreng smiled and said, "It is just that I am just talking nonsense here, and it is probably difficult to convince the adults. But if there is a factual basis to prove that promoting foreign studies is conducive to the development of the Qing Dynasty, we have achieved 'facts better than words'. I just don't know that there will be new progress in the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Revenue?"
The Minister of Rites Sha Cheng stepped forward and said: "The host and guest Qing officials welcomed a group of envoys who traveled between the Netherlands and the Qing Dynasty. They received tribute from Dutch envoys and received 200 Holstein cattle. The cow named "Holstein" produced an amazing amount of milk and could be bred with local cattle in the Qing Dynasty. In addition, the cocoa trees discussed by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince have also arrived in Fujian from the coast."
"The number of purchases of Daqing medicinal materials among the countries has increased sharply. Foreigners are willing to purchase Daqing medicinal materials at high prices. The amount involved is huge. The medical department cannot make decisions without authorization. They have already decided on this matter and are waiting for the emperor's ruling."
"Spain and Portugal have their own routes respectively, bringing their country's letters earlier than other countries, and France is the same."
"The mother-child gun developed by the Institute of Firearms and Sciences has achieved new achievements, which is more accurate than those paid by Portugal and has a longer range."
"The Nanyang Navy repelled several pirates who robbed Qing merchant ships while patrolling!"
"Emperor, merchant ships from all countries are escorted by private soldiers, or mercenaries to protect them. The Qing Dynasty maritime merchants are facing an embarrassing situation and have no power to protect themselves, but their wealth is amazing. Now, news of the death of several merchant ships has been heard. The Fujian Governor Yao Qisheng sent 800 miles to report the memorial, affirming that the emperor allowed the Qing Dynasty navy to escort merchant ships in the southern ocean, and proclaiming the power of the Qing Dynasty in the South China Sea, and repelling the auspicious people!"
Unconsciously, the topic of government discussion gradually moved from the Impeachment Institute to suppress foreign studies to other places.
All of this is related to external learning. Without external learning as a foundation, many things cannot be carried out smoothly.
What is in front of the ministers is the number of rising treasury, the admiration and yearning of neighboring countries for the Qing Dynasty, and the increasing number of "good things" from foreign countries have become the "trend" in the capital one by one.
Xi Zhu did not expect that the prince would agree with each other after a few words.
"The rain boots you wear on rainy days are made of rubber trees from abroad!"
Perhaps because he knew that he could not continue, Xi Zhu chose to retreat when he saw the difficulties, bowed to admit that his thoughts were shallow, and then retreated back to his own ranks.
After the court meeting, Yinreng carefully taught Yinzhi: "The development of foreign studies has become a general trend without realizing it. It has arisen by lifting the sea ban. It is natural to establish a navy to guide people. To block people's mouths, only obvious benefits and bright interests can be impressed. What I do is to hang all these benefits in front of them, just like hanging a carrot in front of a donkey, so that they can take the initiative to eat it into their mouths."
Yinzhi nodded: "Yeah! Second brother, I understand."
Not long after, Kangxi's upcoming Northern Tour came to Yinreng's ears.
The emperor attracted the prince around him and instructed him earnestly: "This northern tour is to arrange military affairs on the northern border. This farthest trip will be to Jilin. The official affairs in the capital need to be guaranteed to cooperate with me to supervise the country."
Yinreng knew that the time for war was coming.
"If you want to fight a grand battle, it is best to drive all the enemies out of Nebchu and to the other side of Lake Baikal!" Yinreng did not escape the matter of reselling the country in place of Khan Ama this time.
Some things are familiar with each other. He was proficient in the country last time, but this time he was not panicked at all, and he even looked forward to the follow-up of the war.
Kangxi looked at him deeply: "You really plan to let people from all over the world participate in this war?"
"Khan Ama should know why Louis XIV's Sun King's reputation is so famous," Yinreng said seriously: "Only we brag about our own strength, we have a powerful army, and that's all. Only when we see it with our own eyes and spread it is truly recognized as powerful."
"Louis XIV won a great victory over the War between France and the Netherlands and gained the reputation of the Sun King in the West, and since then, France's position among Western countries, Khan Ama can also fight with Tsarist Russia, which makes people see the strength of the Qing Dynasty with their own eyes."
"At that time, foreigners would call you with praise, "Emperor Kangxi."
Kangxi was the year after Khan Ama ascended the throne. Yinreng knew that Khan Ama liked the meaning of the word "Kangxi".
All people are happy and peaceful, and the world is prosperous!
The emperor laughed: "You are still thinking about the Sun King."
Yinreng blinked: "Louis XIV sent someone to send a letter of nationality, saying that he had been with you for a long time. He hoped to make a 'soul confidant' with Khan Ama, and to achieve good friendship with you. I hope that the friendship between the two countries will last forever."
"He invites me to the Palace of Versailles, and I want to invite him to the capital!"
Yinreng sighed and said, "I think it's impossible. You are the king of a country. How can you go abroad casually? Even if you go, it must be a big scene."
"No matter how big the scene is, there is no reason why I will go there in person."
Yinreng straightened his chest: "Then you can send your dear prince to take a trip!"
Kangxi grabbed a roll of paper and threw it at him: "Don't even think about this!"
Yinreng took the paper and regretted that his temptation failed. But it was okay. He had already sounded the alarm for Khan Ama!
"This battle of Jaquessa is a sure victory," Kangxi said firmly.
"My son knows that, on the one hand, the number of people is very different, and on the other hand, the Qing Dynasty has made complete preparations. The Tsarist Russian front is too long, and the Qing Dynasty has now established Longxingjiang City, Ningguta and Shengjing support, which is deeper than their foundation."
He opened the paper that Khan Ama threw to him and found that it was a letter from the northern border!
"This is the letter written by Deju?!"
"Dozhu made great contributions to the northern border and helped the Buryat Mongolians unite with General Ningguta."
Yinreng lowered his head and read the letter quickly, and was surprised: "They took advantage of the Qing Dynasty driving away the Tsarist Russian army in Yakshas to connect with the ruled Buryat Mongolians. He also learned the language of Tsarist Russian from the locals!"
Kangxi said lightly, "You are so powerful, you are a capable man who can do your best. After this war, I will allow you to recall him back to the capital."
Yinreng's eyes suddenly lit up.
Deok-joo can come back!
The Qing army was ready, and the "mercenaries" from various countries along the coast were also waiting to meet with the Qing army along the way under the guidance of the supporters.
Unlike the last battle of Jaquessa, this time the Qing Dynasty sent elite soldiers and generals, led by Ledehon, the eldest son of the emperor, brought the latest cannons and bird guns, and all the weapons and equipment were all accompanied by several envoys from various countries.
On the day of Kangxi's northern tour, Yinreng went to see him off in person, and the father and son bid farewell outside the Great Wall.
Yinreng has mastered the skill of sending his old father out. No matter how stingy the words are, just coax Khan Ama away first.
"Khan Ama is busy traveling north, and he must take good care of his health. You are busy with official duties but don't get tired of your eyes. My son will care about you every day in the capital. I will write to you whenever I have time. Whether it is the government affairs or the experience of life, I will tell you. I also ask Khan Ama not to be too long-winded. Everything is because you have not done it. My son is starting to miss you. My son is really reluctant to leave."
Kangxi's eyes were red, and he instructed in a deep voice: "I will go back whenever I go, don't worry about it. I will bear everything. I am not in the capital. The prince and the state can take administrative orders. Do not work and rest on time every day, and don't be tired of yourself due to state affairs. Everything is there!"
It was the first time that Yinzhi saw the trouble between the prince and the emperor, and he felt that his eyes were a little spicy.
Chapter completed!