After hearing what He Zhuo said, Yinsi couldn't help but ponder for a moment. He had never figured out what the plan of Shinwu was about. Should he provoke civil strife, take the opportunity to annex, or cause civil strife to take the opportunity to control the Edo shogunate and achieve the goal of remote control? Or Shinwu himself had not decided.

After learning that the route to Meizhou had to pass through Japan, Yinsi realized the importance of Japan. If he could set sail from Japan to Meizhou, it would not only be as simple as shortening the range, but it would greatly ensure the safety of the long-distance voyage, and it would be no small matter to shorten the range of ten or half a month.

The reason why Zhenwu wanted to expand the American vassal state was entirely to compete for the territory of America. This was a long-term battle with European countries and was Zhenwu's long-term strategy. He was very concerned about the expansion of America. Yinsi was clear about this. Since this is the case, Japan's geographical location was particularly important. With Zhenwu's temperament, even if it was not fully occupied, it would still occupy or control one or two ports along the coast. This is unquestionable.

The American vassal states were mainly divided into princes and nobles. If Zhenwu proposed to occupy Japan, the princes and nobles in the court would definitely support him for their own interests. This is absolutely true. Zhenwu's rights of the Eight Banner Princes and nobles were forced to develop in the Americas. How could they not know?

The question is what method would Zhenwu take? Now that we are guessing that there is any change in Japan, we should find out the details in time so that Zhenwu can make a decision. After a while, Yinsi said in a deep voice: "I asked Wang Yuanqi, the Minister of Rites, and Du Deyuan, the Shaoqing of Taichang Temple of the Admiral Four Translation Hall, to receive them, and take the Japanese woman sent into the palace, and then explore the intention of Kanmei Ai's trip."

As he said that, he paused slightly and then asked: "Japan produces a lot of gold and silver. It is not ruled out that they will use gold and silver to buy officials and spy on the news. Tell them whether to ask for hats or money, let them consider it for themselves."

"I respect the prince's orders." He Zhuo bowed and responded.

Yinsi pondered for a moment before asking: "Can't you find out any news from the members of the Japanese envoy?"

He Zhuo shook his head slightly and said, "The main reason is that he has not been able to understand the language. For decades, the imperial court has not had any contact with Japan. The four translation museums have no knowledge of Japanese. The two translators who have just understood Japanese are still children of the Sukyu Fan family. However, they are only familiar with Nagasaki dialect, and they don't know much about Edo dialect and cannot inquire at all."

The Fan family in Jiexiu, Shanxi, was the leader of the eight imperial merchants. Yinsi naturally knew, but he only knew that the Fan family was involved in digging ginseng, selling salt and transporting grain. Unexpectedly, the Fan family was also involved in the trade with Japan. He pondered slightly, and then he said in a deep voice: "What's wrong with Du Deyuan, the Fourth Translation Museum? It was last year when Japan paid tribute. Half a year passed, and even a decent Japanese translator could not take action?"

He Zhuo had a good impression of Du Deyuan, and Yinsi was not kind tone after hearing it. He hurriedly bowed and said, "When I returned to the prince, the Fourth Translation Museum did not neglect at all. After learning that Japan had paid tribute, I immediately started training Japanese translators. It was easy to write, but spoken language was difficult to learn, and it was not possible to achieve quick results in the short term."

"You can't treat your head with headaches, and you can treat your feet with feet with feet." Yinsi pondered: "Now that maritime shipping is convenient, the Qing Dynasty's vassal relationship is about to change again, and the exchanges with various vassal states will become increasingly frequent. The Four Translation Museum cannot be limited to writing. All vassal states must have fluent oral interpreters. Otherwise, sooner or later, they will cause a big disaster.

The emperor has the ambition to sway the world, and the navy is becoming increasingly strong. The Qing Dynasty's vassal states will increase in the future. They cannot be limited and satisfied with the existing vassal states. If he asks him to give a memorial, the emperor will give him a guide."

"Du Deyuan must be grateful for such a suggestion and support from the prince." He Zhuo smiled and bowed.

After smiling slightly, Yinsi said warmly: "Qizhan, I have never recommended you these days. Do you feel resentful?"

He Zhuo smiled and said solemnly: "The Eighth Master is in a difficult situation. He has to avoid suspicion and do things. He can share the worries of the prince. I am very honored. How dare he ask?"

"If you can understand my difficulties, I will feel at ease." Yinsi sighed slightly and said, "The fourteenth brother is talented and broad-minded, and he is concerned about his brotherhood. I have long been discouraged. I can help him expand his territory, cultivate his moral character within, and accept the four barbarians and guests, and congratulate him. He will create an unprecedented prosperous era. I will not be in vain for this life.

Now that the 14th brother has confiscated the military power of the Eight Banners, he is afraid that he will vigorously rectify the administration of the government. Now the court is employed, and I cannot always hide you. This matter is here. I recommend you to release you. If you are a member of a province, you will not be wronged."

A provincial senior official, at least from the second rank, He Zhuo suddenly felt a surge of blood rising up, and he forced himself to calm his mind, stood up and kneeled respectfully and said, "The Eighth Master is so kind that he cannot repay him. He will definitely be honest and self-disciplined, and do his best to do his best to do his job. He will live up to the emperor, the people, and the Eighth Master's kindness."

"There is no need to be polite to Zhenzhan." Yinsi reached out and helped him, and then smiled and said, "Now, this local official is not easy to do. I will discuss this matter in the future. You can do it first."

After leaving the Lifan Academy, He Zhuo felt relaxed all over and felt like he was seeing the sun. Since the Eighth Master said that, then he would definitely be sure to win the second-rank official. More importantly, the Eighth Master could completely let go of his obsession in his heart. This was a blessing for the Qing Dynasty. Many Eighth Party members, including himself, would breathe a sigh of relief.

In the first two months of the year, after seeing Zhenwu's means of dealing with the princes and nobles of various banners, he was always uneasy. If the Eighth Master did not give up, Zhenwu would inevitably use thunder to suppress the Eighth Master's party. The first thing to bear is officials like him. At the very least, they would be dismissed from office and lost their posts, and at the worst they would be confiscated and exiled. There is no reason to be lucky. Now that the journey is changing, not only is the career smooth, but he also has no worries about collapse. He is naturally relaxed and comfortable.

Recalling the words of the Eighth Master just now, the words revealed deep helplessness. Zhenwu valued the brothers, not only had a broad mind, but also divided the Ninth Master and the Tenth Master. Not only did he seriously suppress the princes and nobles of each banner, but he also made the Eighth Master see the situation clearly. It was a win-win situation. It was a big hit than simple suppression. This mind and confidence were hard to reach for the princes. Kangxi deposed the crown prince Yinreng, which was really wise.

When He Zhuo took a sedan chair to the yamen of the Fourth Translation Hall on Yangmei Zhuxie Street outside the east gate of Liulichang, Du Deyuan, the young minister of the Admiral Taichang Temple, had already heard the news. The two of them greeted each other and entered the signing room. After the guests of the host sat down, Du Deyuan said: "The Qing Dynasty established the country with courtesy, Japan paid tribute and married marriage. Now the condemnation mission came to submit a letter to ask for a seal, but for no reason they were left unblocked for three days. If this matter is spread, it will damage the reputation of the sect leader of the Qing Dynasty."

"It is good to establish a country with etiquette, but Japan's surrender and pay tribute is not because it admires the etiquette of the Qing Dynasty. Its strength is the foundation." He Zhuo said bluntly.

Du Deyuan couldn't help but suffocate when he heard this, but his words were more real than real money and silver. He had no way to argue. After a slight slap, he said with a ridicule: "I often laugh at people with pedantic things, but I didn't expect that I was so pedantic things, but I didn't know it." As he said the topic, he said: "But Prince Lian has given an order?"

He Zhuo nodded and said Yinsi's orders in detail. After listening intently, Du Deyuan quickly stood up solemnly, bowed long, and said, "Thank you, Brother Qingzhan, for your kindness in front of Prince Lian. The grace of Prince Lian's guidance will be remembered in your heart."

"Mr. Du, you need to be polite. Prince Lian is just diligent in the king's affairs." He Zhuo smiled and stood up, "I have to rush to inform the king of Hui and say goodbye."

Du Deyuan quickly stood up and saw him off, but he was muttering in his heart that he was diligent in the king's affairs. Could it be that Prince Lian had no intention of recruiting him? This saved him a lot of worries. Now in this situation, he dared not surrender.

The Admiral Four Translation Museum, Du Deyuan, the Shaoqing of Taichang Temple, and Wang Yuanqi, the Minister of Rites, met one after another. Junmei Ai couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. However, he did not express his intentions with him. The level of these two people was too low. In the past few days, he had already had a general understanding of the situation of the Qing Dynasty. His affairs must at least be discussed with the Prime Minister Lifanyuan and the Prince Lian of the Ministry of Rites. The others were wasting time and gave the two a generous gift. He then made a request to see Prince Lian.

What surprised him was that the two Qing officials had not received any gifts for the gifts. This abnormal situation even aggravated his concerns. The Qing officials who were greedy for bribery did not accept the gifts. This alone was enough to show that their intentions were quite large. Japan is now paying tribute and paying for reparations. What else does the Qing Dynasty want? Cut land? This may not be big. The Qing Dynasty has not yet had a precedent for cede land. However, when he thought of the young emperor Zhenwu of the Qing Dynasty, he was a little confused.

This time, Kanmi Ai was not allowed to wait for long. In less than an hour, the head of the Ministry of Rites came to communicate. Prince Yinsi of Lian agreed to meet Kanmi Ai and Junichiro Sato at the Hidden Hall in Dongjiang Mi Lane, Nanxunfang.

The resolute and decisive behavior of Prince Lian, also surprised Junmei Akai. He had no time to think about the whole story behind it. It was naturally a good thing for him to be able to contact the top leaders of the Qing Dynasty so quickly. He didn't want to stay in the Qing Dynasty for too long, so he took a bath and changed his clothes. All the etiquettes were taught by Qing officials these days. He was preparing to meet Emperor Zhenwu and was very concerned about the etiquette. Moreover, the etiquettes of the Qing Dynasty were not much different from those of Japan, so it was not difficult for him.

When Yinsi saw Junmi Ai's first glance, he couldn't help but laugh. This Japanese assistant minister is really ugly. He is comparable to Shi Shilun, who is known as "incomplete teaching". I wonder what happened when the two met? It is said that this man was born as a ronin and had his current status. It can be seen that he is indeed talented, so he is a little cautious in his heart. (To be continued)

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