Black Corporation: Joseon

Chapter 547

Episode 547: All-out war. (5)

In the end, Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy received the same homework from Hyang that the Gang of Four received.

“First, please create and upload a plan to provide work to the upper management. The deadline is ten days. And we will give you 15 days to take action on the problem you pointed out.”

Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy bowed their heads in response to the Hyang’s order.

“Yes, I will plan and submit an action plan within the deadline you mentioned. The measures are the same.”

“I believe it.”

“I will do my best.”

After giving orders to Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy, Hyang looked back at Hwang Hee.

“Would it be better to postpone the wedding of the 3rd generation descendants and the royal descendants?”

Brother Wanduseul was already sixteen. Since there was a precedent for incense, there was no word until now, but if it was delayed further, there was a good chance that it would become a problem.

Hwang Hee also looked embarrassed at Hyang’s question.

“That’s a bit embarrassing. “What we’ve discussed so far is just a prediction…”

Both Hyang and Hwang Hee looked embarrassed, and the same went for the ministers.

The Wan Du-seul brothers, especially their first descendants, Wan, were married to national ambassadors. There were already many stories going around among the people about Wan’s marriage. The reason people were paying attention was not only because of the wedding of King Sejong and Lee In-wan, who would succeed Hyang, but also because of the discount event at the monopoly that was certain to be held at the same time.

The problem was the current situation.

We predicted that problems would arise in Liaodong and were discussing countermeasures, but it was literally just a prediction.

If the marriage was postponed for this reason and it did not happen, it was certain that bad words would spread, and there was a significant possibility that a diplomatic dispute with the Ming would arise. On the contrary, even if something happened in a situation where the wedding was going ahead, there would be a lot of talk.

However, if the wedding was postponed without saying anything, bad things would be said – for example, that the next generation son was too weak to even hold a wedding, or that he was crazy.

For this reason, when the local government and ministers were pondering, Kim Jeom came to a conclusion.

“I think it would be best to proceed first. “If something you worry about happens and you stop for that reason, the words will not come out.”

“Hmm…”

The ministers who were calculating the profits and losses at Kim Jeom’s words immediately nodded.

“I think that might be the best way.”

“I’ll buy it back.”

Hyang nodded in response to the ministers’ answers and asked another question.

“great. Would it be better to follow your wishes on that issue and proceed with the crown prince and royal grandchildren at the same time?”

In response to Hyang’s question, Kim Jeom came forward once again.

“It is not in accordance with etiquette to hold the weddings of the descendants and royal descendants at the same time. “I think it is appropriate to hold the wedding of the descendants first and then proceed with the wedding of the royal descendants over time.”

“Then let’s do it.”

“Shall we install a wedding dog book and issue a ban on marriage?”

Hyang shook his head in response to Hwang Hee’s question.

“no. There is nothing that causes as much harm to the people as Geumhonryeong. First, just spread the word to famous hawks across the country.”

“I will do so. Then, do you have a standard for what you think would be a suitable spouse for the next generation?”

Hyang slightly smiled and responded to Hwang Hee’s words.

“I asked you once before, and you gave me the same answer as I did before.”

“Ah…”

At Hyang’s answer, the ministers simultaneously looked astonished.

It was because he remembered the answer Hyang gave when King Sejong asked Hyang a question before.

‘The woman with the fairest complexion among the fair-hearted women. The woman with the fairest heart among the fair-hearted women.’

And when King Sejong heard those words, he kicked out Hyang.

* * *

After the meeting held at Seunghwadang, Hyang quietly called Naegeumwijang.

As the former Naegeumwiwi left for Shinji with King Sejong, the new Naegeumwiwi was someone who the previous Naegeumwiwi had predicted and trained as his successor. Thanks to this, he was showing outstanding skills not only in martial arts but also in intelligence.

He also had good control, and not only the Naegeumwi but also the Milwi clearly obeyed his orders. Of course, it was a bonus that many people in Milwi challenged him and were beaten up loudly.

After the position of head of the mill committee was decided, the mill committee members all muttered:

“The old man from before only hit where it hurts, but this gentleman makes even the places that don’t hurt hurt…”

Naegeumwijang, who came into Seunghwadang after being called by Hyang, bowed to Hyang and sat down.

“Did you call me?”

“I called you because I have something to tell you.”

“Please give your order.”

“Tell Wan to find suitable wives and children. “The standards are the same as those set by Abama.”

Naegeumwijang responded to Hyang’s words with a grin.

“I will tell you right away.”

“Please do me a favor.”

Naegeumwijang, who left Seunghwadang, grinned and muttered.

“The jabs will have a hard time again.”

As Naegeumwijang said, it wasn’t long before people in Hanseong, as well as towns across the country, had to go through a lot of hardships.

* * *

Meanwhile, the four people were struggling to solve the homework given by Hyang.

The reason for their concern was simple yet difficult.

-We need to create something groundbreaking yet clear policy!

They also knew very well that the reason the scent bothered them was not just because they had dirty personalities.

They knew very well that if people like Kim Jong-seo and Hwang Bo-in were to lead the next government, it was because they had been selected as the next government officials.

But that was a story in the distant future. Especially in a situation like the present where Hwang Hee and other ministers are flying around despite their advanced age.

If so, there was a very high possibility that strong competitors who would threaten them would emerge during that time.

And after hearing that the same homework had been given to Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy, the four became even more excited.

It was a government overflowing with competitors, and the Ministry of Finance and Economy was a place where many talented people gathered.

“If you want to be praised as a grand prize winner, you have to get a clear grade now! “In order to receive a clear grade, you must come up with an innovative and creative answer that will please you!”

After making this decision, they stayed up all night discussing, trying to come up with a plan.

* * *

While the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was preparing for an envoy to Beijing, an envoy from Ming arrived in Jemulpo.

According to custom, Hyang welcomed Ming’s envoys at Mohwagwan.

After exchanging greetings according to etiquette, the envoys of the following people secretly expressed their good fortune.

“How is your Majesty the King of Joseon?”

“yes. “Goodbye.”

“Are you still traveling abroad?”

“That’s right. “There are so many people in need of edification, so you are putting in the effort.”

“okay.”

* * *

Two days later, in the front yard of Geunjeongjeon, the envoy of the Ming Dynasty read Emperor Seondeok’s edict.

“King of Joseon, listen!”

The contents of the royal decree that followed were as follows.

– Due to the lack of qualifications of the crown prince, the crown prince was replaced.

– Joo Ji-jin, who had stepped down as crown prince, was given the name of King Dong and ordered him to open a royal office, so now the royal office was opened in Liaodong.

-Joseon and Liaodong are immediate neighbors, so the king of Joseon should make efforts to establish relations with the king of Dong.

“I accept the Emperor’s command. “Long live, long live, long live!”

In accordance with etiquette, the incense chanted three cheers. The Ming envoy delivered the edict to Hyang in a polite manner.

* * *

When Ming’s envoys returned, Hyang called the ministers to Seunghwadang.

“What do you think?”

Hwang Hee answered Hyang’s question right away.

“It is clear that the emperor does not like our Joseon. “What you are saying is teaching, but you are inciting discord.”

Following Hwang Hee’s words, Heo Hu continued.

“I’ll buy it back. “Even if it goes as far as establishing the royal palace, we have never stationed more than 100,000 soldiers in the royal palace.”

* * *

After the founding of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang, worried about a rebellion by meritorious subjects, purged meritorious subjects on a large scale and dispatched his sons to defend the border.

However, Emperor Yongle, who became emperor through a rebellion, placed many restrictions on the royal government to prevent the emergence of people like him.

All princes except the crown prince lived in the countryside and were not allowed to leave. They did not have any power, including military power, and were prohibited from interacting with local officials. In addition, engaging in commerce and other occupations was also prohibited, and even having more wealth than necessary was prevented.

The old officials of the court who saw all these changes in real time eventually became convinced that this was Emperor Seondeok’s work.

* * *

Heohu continued speaking.

“Are you leaving the reigns of a great army to someone who was kicked out after being the crown prince? This is something no one in their right mind would ever do. “There must have been a secret agreement involving our Joseon Dynasty.”

“What do you expect?”

Hwang Hee came forward and answered Hyang’s question.

“If I were emperor, I would say this. “If we take control of Joseon, we will allow foreign kings.”

The other ministers all nodded at Hwang Hee’s words.

In response to Hwang Hee and the ministers’ reactions, Hyang continued to ask questions again.

“Did the emperor think that plan would succeed? “Isn’t it possible that we look down on our Joseon Dynasty too much?”

Kim Jeom stepped forward at Hyang’s point.

“I guess they thought that if we could reduce Joseon’s power, it wouldn’t matter whether we succeeded or not.”

Hyang nodded at Kim Jeom’s answer.

“I see… It’s not like the Jasan sisters happened for no reason…”

After pondering for a moment with his words blurred, Hyang immediately gave an order.

“If we know Joo Jin-jin’s temperament, it is highly likely that he will start working as soon as he is ready. Let’s proceed with the decision we made earlier. And I will report it to Shinji immediately.”

“I follow your orders.”

* * *

Before the promised fifteen days had passed, ten days after receiving the homework, Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy submitted a plan to Hyang.

“This is a plan for rapid supply using the top, and this is a plan for the problem you pointed out.”

“Thank you for your effort.”

“That’s too much praise.”

After receiving the plans, Hyang immediately began examining the contents.

What Hyang focused his attention on was the answer to his homework.

After looking at the list of people who wrote the plan, Hyang looked back at Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy with bright eyes.

“Did you two do it yourself?”

“yes. “When I saw what young people wrote, I didn’t really like it.”

“okay. Hmm….”

Hyang, who was carefully examining the contents, immediately called the eunuch and gave an order.

“Tell the four to come immediately.”

“Yes sir.”

After a while, when the four people arrived, Hyang looked back at Kim Jeom and the Minister of Finance and Economy.

“Sorry for your inconvenience, but please explain for the young people.”

“yes.”

Kim Jeom cleared his throat for a moment and immediately began explaining.

“To begin with, there is no trick to solve the problem you pointed out. The only answer is Jungseok. And what I mean by standard is to further grow Joseon’s governance. “If wealth could be earned without relying on war, the people would not want war.”

“I agree too.”

Hyang nodded at Kim Jeom’s answer.

‘The reason why militaristic countries failed is because the economy has become unable to function without the military and war. On the other hand, this is the reason why Cheonjo-guk is Cheonjo-guk, and no matter how big the American defense companies are, they are nothing compared to Wal-Mart, right?’