The most arrogant in history

Ye Kun shook his head and smiled:

"No, killing these old Confucian scholars may not work, we have to destroy their hearts. The Seven Monsters of the Bamboo Forest are still in prison, we will deal with them in a few days."

Tan Bamao thought for a moment and whispered, "I heard that many old scholars in the capital and the Central Plains wrote to Sang Buyi, He Kangju and others, asking them to release the Seven Monsters of the Bamboo Forest."

"Very good, let them continue to write books."

Ye Kun didn't care: "I will ask Sang Buyi and He Kangju to record all the people who wrote to me. Then we can have another debate. I don't believe that I can't beat these old Confucian scholars!"

Tan Bamao smiled and said, "Don't worry, godfather. Zhuo County is under my control. The inner city and the imperial city are in the hands of my uncle Jiang Youbao. There are Lu Kaijiang's garrison outside the city, and Guan Yong's army is in Yinshan. Don't mention these old sour scholars. Even if there are 100,000 troops, they can't make trouble!"

The distribution of troops and the city defense arrangements in Zhuo County were impenetrable.

There is no possibility for anyone to rebel, and there is no chance or hope.

Ye Kun nodded and smiled: "So I arranged for you to be the governor of Zhuo County for the sake of overall stability."

After dinner, Ye Kun returned to the palace.

Bingbing also said goodbye to her parents and went back with Ye Kun.

In the imperial study, Prince Ye Feng and his teacher Hu Gaoyuan were waiting.

A few days ago, Ye Kun arranged to have a talk with Hu Gaoyuan.

Seeing Hu Gaoyuan, Ye Kun took the initiative to cup his fists and said, "Mr. Hu, I'm sorry to have disturbed your rest by asking you to come here so late."

"The emperor is very busy, but he still took the time to summon me. It is an honor for me." Hu Gaoyuan hurriedly clasped his fists in return.

Ye Kun invited Hu Gaoyuan to sit down and asked Ye Feng to serve tea.

Hu Gaoyuan asked, "The Emperor has summoned me. What instructions do you have?"

Ye Kun pointed to the Tianzhu Peninsula on the map and said with a smile, "Mr. Hu, do you know the astronomy, geography and climate of this Tianzhu Peninsula?"

Hu Gaoyuan pondered and said, "I have read the trial version of the Global Geography compiled by the emperor. The Indian subcontinent has a large area of ​​arable land, far exceeding the nine provinces of China. Moreover, the climate is relatively hot, the water resources are sufficient, and there are two or three crops a year. It is a good place. It is also one of the ancient civilizations, as famous as our China."

"Yes." Ye Kun nodded and said seriously:

"This place is connected to our Chinese mainland, with abundant resources and a pleasant climate. Our great Chinese nation is now at its peak, and we can take it down and incorporate it into our territory. So, I plan to march into the Tianzhu Peninsula. What do you think, sir?"

"With the national strength of the Han Dynasty and the majesty of the emperor, we can indeed take it down now."

Hu Gaoyuan thought for a moment and then said, "But I have a question that I dare not say."

"Please go ahead, sir. I won't take it as an offense."

"The Emperor once said that there are no dynasties or empires in the world that will not collapse. This was true for the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, and also for ancient Rome." Hu Gaoyuan said boldly:

"If we take over the Indian Peninsula, our territory will be too large. Can we control it permanently? If we can't control it permanently, this continent will break away sooner or later. Then what's the point of our efforts now?"

Ye Kun smiled and said, "Is this your question, sir?"

"Yes."

"Then I'll give you an answer." Ye Kun nodded:

"A family raised ten sons. When the sons grew up, there was not enough land, so they had to expand outward. Otherwise, these ten sons would kill each other, right?"

Hu Gaoyuan nodded: "Your Majesty is right, that's it."

Ye Kun added: "If ten sons live together, even if the land can support them, if they encounter barbaric bandits from the neighboring village and kill all ten sons, will the family's incense and bloodline be cut off?"

Hu Gaoyuan thought for a moment, nodded and smiled, "I understand what the emperor means."

"Sir, you are a smart man."

Ye Kun smiled and said, "I just want the Chinese people to spread all over the world and occupy the whole world. Sir, you are worried that the territory will be too large to control in the future. In fact, as long as technology continues to develop, the whole world will be just a big village.

If there was a rebellion in Yizhou 20 years ago, the local governor sent a fast horse to report the news, but it would take ten days to reach Zhuojun. I sent fast horses to mobilize troops from all directions, and it would take about a month for the reinforcements to reach Yizhou. By that time, Yizhou might have been conquered.

But it is different now. I have a telegram. I can receive Yizhou's emergency call immediately. My order can also be issued immediately. The first batch of reinforcements will arrive in Yizhou in three to five days at most.

This is called efficiency. When efficiency is improved, management costs will be reduced and management effects will be enhanced.”

Hu Gaoyuan smiled and said, "Your Majesty's words have enlightened me."

Ye Kun smiled and said, "We are lacking someone to take charge of our operations on the Tianzhu Peninsula. Sir, you are young and energetic, and you have unique insights. I wonder if you are willing to serve the country and take charge of the operations on the Tianzhu Peninsula?"

Last time, Ye Feng relayed Hu Gaoyuan's views, which coincided with Ye Kun's.

Therefore, Ye Kun planned to send Hu Gaoyuan as governor to be fully responsible for the affairs of the Indian Peninsula.

"It is my honor to be appointed by the Emperor."

Hu Gaoyuan thought for a moment, frowned and said, "I'm afraid that General Qin Erwu will act arbitrarily. I..."

Ye Kun smiled and said, "I will appoint you as the Grand Commander of Tianzhu, the Governor-General of the Nine Departments, and you will be in charge of Qin Erwu and Song Poliu, as well as the civil and military officials at all levels, and you will be in charge of the military and political affairs of the Tianzhu Peninsula. I will write to Qin Erwu and tell him. In addition, I will give you another 10,000 navy and 10,000 army."

Qin Erwu can only fight, but he is not good at strategy.

Song Poliu is a versatile person, but she is unable to suppress Qin Erwu and is restricted in her actions.

Ye Kun sent Hu Gaoyuan again to coordinate with Qin Erwu and Song Poliu.

A few days ago, I received telegrams from Qin Erwu and Song Poliu respectively. The two accused each other and had a conflict.

Ye Kun had no choice but to order them to stay put, build their own camps, and create a large rear base on the Tianzhu Peninsula.

Upon hearing this, Hu Gaoyuan clasped his fists and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. I will go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Ye Kun nodded and told Jasmine:

“Moli sorted out all the information on the Tianzhu Peninsula, as well as the recent battle reports of Qin Erwu and Song Poliu, and gave them to Hu Gaoyuan to get an understanding first.

Mr. Hu, come to the Imperial Study every day these days. We will study the situation in India when we have time. You will lead the troops to set out in about ten days."

Hu Gaoyuan clasped his fists and said, "I obey your command!"

Ye Feng shouted, "Father, please let Mr. Hu take me with him."

"Don't make trouble, just be a prince. If you want to go to sea, go and ask your mother."

Ye Kun stared.

Ye Feng felt aggrieved and left with a sigh.

Ye Kun then returned to the palace to perform and visit Dai Xi and Princess Mingzhu.

As soon as I arrived at the palace, I met Liu Yuejuan, who was standing in the corridor with two palace maids and eunuchs.

Ye Kun stopped and said with a smile: "It's late at night, why don't you rest yet?"

"Your Majesty, I am waiting for you."

Liu Yuejuan lowered her voice: "I have a few words to say, but I don't know whether I should say them..."

Ye Kun held Liu Yuejuan's hand and said with a smile: "You and I are husband and wife, what can't we say?"

Liu Yuejuan forced a smile and whispered:

"The Emperor has agreed to the marriage with the Xiongnu, and it seems that Sister Daixi is very sad. Princess Mingzhu... has also locked herself in her room and refused to see anyone. I'm worried that the princess has ruined her health. Your Majesty, can you take back your decision? Princess Mingzhu is too young, and marrying Tianxian Chanyu is really... really harming the child!"

Ye Kun's face changed, and he said loudly: "Concubine Yue, the harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs, don't you know? The marriage is a major national event. I have already agreed to it in the palace, how can it be changed at will? You are a woman, what do you know?"

"Your Majesty, I have said too much..."

Liu Yuejuan was stunned, and bowed hurriedly, tears rolling down to the ground.