"How is there any example of taking women from a different race as concubine? Could it be that Lord Dong refers to the story of Taizu Namong and the Korean concubine?" As soon as Dong Yong finished speaking, an official retorted.

Qu Shixi recognized this person, named Li Zaigong, who was a member of the Qing Lishu Department of the Ministry of Rites.

"Yes, not only Taizu, but Chengzu also had the example of accepting Korean concubines." Dong Yongsui replied.

"Mr. Dong is different. In order to ensure the purity of the royal bloodline, there is a saying in history that "the Hu woman does not enter the palace." Taizu and Chengzu did have the concubine Hu in the palace, but it was a tribute from the foreign race, not a request, which is different from the current move. Moreover, Meng and Goryeo were a vassal country at that time, and Hu concubine Hu had the intention of marrying each other, which was beneficial to the government. Dai is a people of our country. If he is adopted as a concubine and has children in the future, not only will the royal bloodline be impure, but it also has the possibility of connecting with foreign races and causing trouble. Mr. Dong, have you forgotten the distinction between China and the barbarians?"

Li Zai-gong said with great sarcasm.

Qu Shixi frowned. Li Zaigong's statement should be the opinion of Li Yongmao and others, and it is also the most mainstream statement today.

If this statement is not refuted, Tian Yingyuan will not be guilty. If the emperor imprisoned him, there will be no justification for him to be guilty of being punished. He said that he slandered me and had ulterior motives, and he would be suspected of committing crimes indiscriminately.

What Li Zaigong said about "a" and "tribute" is second-hand. In Qu Shixi's opinion, it is not worth refuting, but the difference between other countries and existing countries he mentioned is indeed difficult to refute. Moreover, the distinction between Chinese and foreign countries has long been concluded, and "If one is not one of our race, one must have different hearts" has become a consensus.

Not easy to refute.

Qu Shixi thought for a while and said, "Do you all think this way except Yuanxin?"

"Yes. Xiaguan and others have this view." Everyone replied.

"Mr. Qu, what do you think? There are a lot of discussions in the court, but I have never seen you express your opinions. Could it be that there is something hard to say?" Li Zaigong asked.

"I have no hidden secrets. However, I have different ideas from everyone, and of course I am not a very high opinion. If you say it, please correct me." Qu Shisi said.

"Secretary, please listen carefully." Dong Yong said.

"My opinion is that this matter should be subject to the emperor's will." Qu Shixi said.

Seeing that Li Zaigong was about to speak, he waved his hand quickly and said, "Listen to me to finish my words first."

"There are three reasons why I say this. First, the emperor has a great talent, far-sighted vision, and has a far-reaching knowledge. The reason why he does this must be his reason. Second, our dynasty is newly established, and there are all things to be done. Outside, strong enemies are surrounded by them. At this time, we must end this dispute as soon as possible. The Wanli Dynasty's struggle to establish the eldest son and love will not be present for more than 40 years. This is a lesson for the past. Third, the emperor has long issued an order that no one can distinguish the Han and Yi people from the ruler. Isn't it too late to talk about the distinction between China and Yi? In my opinion, the main reason for the emperor's anger is that this is the reason why Tian is too ignorant of the overall situation."

"As for the impure royal bloodline or the inflicted disasters that everyone is worried about, I don't have to worry about, let alone the ancestral system that prevents foreign relatives from chaotic politics in the Ming Dynasty. Even if there is no, there is no way." Qu Shisi said.

He didn't say much, but everyone nodded.

Yes, when is this? How can you focus on this matter when everything is in trouble? It should be over quickly.

What will happen if the emperor takes back the imperial edict? What will happen if the civil officials win? If the emperor is annoyed and he doesn't play with you, who can bear the burden of Zhongxing Ming Dynasty? Qu Shishi's words are very clear about the current situation. It is okay to leave any minister, but not the emperor.

Also, aren’t you worried that Dai’s children would collude with foreigners to disrupt politics? This is too easy to prevent. Perhaps Chen Bangyan, the Minister of the Interior Department, could do it by instructing a eunuch who serves as a minister in charge of the service.

Even if this matter cannot be done, the civil and military officials in the court can still defend against a prince of alien blood. There are some ways to do so, but they just cannot be told.

"Sir, I am loyal to the country, and we will submit to you." Dong Yongsui and Li Zaigong meditated for a while, and finally understood Qu Shixi's painstaking efforts.

The Yongli Dynasty cannot be in chaos.

The remaining lineage of the Ming Dynasty cannot be cut off.

Therefore, the emperor must establish the authority. Then, Tian Yingyuan will suffer some grievances.

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Zhu Youlang is not a petty person. He will not get angry or even kill people if his ministers have different opinions on his will. Moreover, he is a soul from later generations and has awe and respect for life. He will not kill people unless he has to.

The emperor and scholars and officials rule the world together, which is a common feature of feudal rule. No matter how the dynasties change, this feature cannot be changed.

In his opinion, every dynasty change is on the surface because of war, but in fact the most fundamental thing is because of land - this is determined by the characteristics of the farming society.

When the royal family is divided, they will be assigned a piece of tax-free land. As long as scholars become scholars and gain fame, their own land will be exempted from tax, and neighbors, relatives and friends will be affiliated with the land. As the royal family continues to grow and grow, more and more scholars with fame will become more and more fame will become more and more land annexation, which will eventually bring huge losses to the national finance. At the same time, more and more landless farmers will. In the event of a famine, farmers who cannot eat have no way out and will rebel in order to change their destiny.

This is the main reason why dynasties are constantly changing.

Zhu Youlang did not want to change the characteristics of the emperor and scholars and officials in governing the world together. Not to mention now, even in the world where he came, this one has not been fundamentally changed.

It cannot be changed, but does not mean it cannot be improved. He wanted to find a way to avoid the law of changing dynasties, such as abolishing the fiefdom of the royal family, abolishing preferential policies for tax exemption of land by literati and officials, banning land purchase and sale, etc.

This matter is very difficult, Zhu Youlang knows that these policies involve the fundamental interests of vested interest groups - that is, the royal family and the literati, and will inevitably cause a huge rebound.

Such improvements are no less difficult than fighting for the world with the Qing soldiers.

However, no matter how difficult it is, it must be done. If the Qing soldiers are driven away and the whole country is unified, the difficulty will be even greater.

There are two benefits to start doing it now. One is that you have no children and no burden to the royal family. As long as you set rules now, the royal family will only reward money and not enfeoff the land in the future. Will your children and grandchildren dare to object? I dare to object, I will beat you up!

Of course, my son doesn’t know where he is, and no one can beat him.

Another advantage is that the imperial examination has stopped in the midst of war. When the conditions are ripe and the scientific examination is restarted, your own policies have been formed. If you like to come, you can take the exam, and if you don’t come, you can get over it. Anyway, there are only high officials and generous salaries. If you want land tax exemption? There is no way.
Chapter completed!