In history, those who can create a dynasty are definitely among the people. For example, Li Chenggui in front of Li Jie can make people feel sorry for her from her appearance and demeanor. Of course, it is still much worse than Zhu Yuanzhang, after all, the levels of both sides are completely different.

Li Jie and Lao Zhu have been together for a long time and have long had antibodies to people like them, so when they saw Li Chenggui, he smiled calmly and said, "I'm going to see He Ningjun next Li Jie!"

"Angel is polite. I don't know how good the Emperor is. I have heard that His Majesty the Emperor is wise and powerful, expelling the Mongol Yuan and restoring China. I also yearn for His Majesty the Emperor and have always wanted to go to Jinling to pay homage to His Majesty. Unfortunately, there are many affairs in the country and I really can't get rid of it!" Li Chenggui also supported Li Jiedao very affectionately.

"Before I came, Your Majesty also specifically mentioned He Ningjun, asking me to come and meet you, and you don't have to call me an angel. I am currently the prince's companion and also serve as the patrol patrolman of the coastal defense. He Ningjun just calls me Li Baoju!" Li Jie also smiled angrily again.

"It turns out to be Li Bandu. I have admired the prince for a long time and I wish I could serve him personally. Unexpectedly, Li Bandu was highly valued by His Majesty and the prince at a young age. It's really enviable for others!" Li Chenggui is worthy of being the founding king of the Joseon Dynasty. His face is thick to a certain extent. He can speak all kinds of numb words without any embarrassment.

However, Li Jie was not inferior at all. Both sides praised each other for a while, and even Li Fangyuan next to him showed surprise. This was the first time he had seen someone who was not at all inferior in conversation with his father, especially Li Jie was younger than him. No wonder he could become the companion of the Prince of the Ming Dynasty. It seems that the Ming Dynasty is really full of talents, not comparable to a small country like Goryeo.

"Li Banju, I heard from my elder brother that you want to borrow Jeju Island temporarily?" Li Chenggui finally turned to the topic and asked.

"Yes, the Japanese pirates disrupted the coast of our Ming Dynasty. His Majesty was furious and ordered us to clear the Japanese pirates. Now the Japanese pirates along the Ming Dynasty have been wiped out, but the root of the disaster has not been eliminated, so we led our troops to sea to completely resolve the Japanese pirates' rebellion!" Li Zhitou said, his expression also became a little solemn.

"We, Goryeo, were also deeply harmed by Japanese pirates. The Ming Dynasty was willing to send troops, so of course we were reluctant to seek it. I should have led the army to go to war with the Ming Dynasty, but the country was not stable and I was really unable to do so!" Li Chenggui slapped his thigh at the end, showing a frustrated expression on his face.

Li Jie knew that the old fox was acting, but he did not expose it. Instead, he said according to his words: "I also know that Goryeo has not yet been settled, so I don't ask you to send troops with you. I just need to lend Jeju Island to us for temporary garrison. And doing so will not only benefit us, but also benefit you!"

"What do you say about Li Bao's words?" When Li Chenggui heard the last word "benefits", his eyes immediately lit up and asked.

"With Jeju Island as a resident, we can attack Japanese pirates for a long time, and even take the initiative to completely resolve the Japanese pirate rebellion. Isn't this good for the Ming Dynasty and Goryeo?" Li Jie replied with a faint smile.

Li Chenggui showed a disappointed look when he heard this. It is of course a good thing for Goryeo to solve Japanese pirates, but it has little impact on him. What he wants is the real benefits for himself.

Li Chenggui's expression changes were also seen by Li Jie. He smiled secretly and said again: "Actually, our garrison has another hidden benefit to He Ningjun, that is, if there is any change within Goryeo, as long as you speak with Ningjun, our Ming garrison can immediately rush to Goryeo to help He Ningjun stabilize the domestic situation!"

"That's true!" Li Chenggui finally showed an excited expression when he heard this. He was waiting for Li Jie's promise. After all, although he had the upper hand in the country, he did not absolutely take power. Some ministers loyal to King Goryeo were still against him, such as Zheng Mengzhou, who was the minister of the Goryeo at the time. If it weren't for these people, he would have deposed King Goryeo long ago.

"That's natural. I came on behalf of His Majesty the Emperor, and everything I said and done was his Majesty's intention!" Li Jie smiled slightly, and simply pulled up Zhu Yuanzhang's banner.

Now Li Chenggui finally had no doubts anymore and nodded immediately and agreed: "Okay, I believe in Li Bandu. I will send someone to clear out Jeju Island and give it to the Ming Dynasty's garrison!"

"Good, He Ningjun is indeed a person who does big things!" Li Jie slapped the table happily when he heard this, but then he showed a mysterious expression and said again, "Because He Ningjun is so cheerful, I will send another message!"

"What news?" Li Chenggui asked curiously when he heard this.

"Zheng Mengzhou, the assistant minister of Goryeo, is knowledgeable and talented. He has been on missions to the Ming Dynasty many times and has had personal relationships with some officials in the court. Recently, he began to send people to contact some officials in the court, hoping that the Ming Dynasty can support the orthodox Goryeo. This incident has no effect on my Ming Dynasty, but I know it is definitely very important to He Ningjun!" Li Jie replied in a low voice.

Li Chenggui was also shocked when he heard the name Zheng Mengzhou, especially when he heard that the other party had secretly contacted the officials of the Ming Dynasty and wanted the Ming Dynasty to support King Goryeo, he was even more shocked and angry. Although he and the Ming Dynasty had always had a good relationship, they were just using each other. If Zheng Mengzhou could give better conditions, it might make the Ming Dynasty change its support for him.

In addition, Zheng Mengzhou is quite not simple. Although he is just a subordinate minister and nominally assisting the prime minister, he has a very high prestige in the court and a famous scholar. He has great reputation in Goryeo. Even Li Chenggui is afraid of him, for fear of killing him and causing turmoil in the court.

However, the incident of Zheng Mengzhou contacting the Ming Dynasty made Li Chenggui furious and angry, and a bit of murderous intent appeared in his eyes. Since the other party had threatened his rule in Goryeo, it must be cleaned up in advance, otherwise no one can guarantee that any accident would happen over time.

Thinking of this, Li Chenggui immediately thanked Li Jie and said, "Thank you, Li Bandu reminder, otherwise I will be kept in the dark!"

"We are so polite to Ningjun. We also help each other. After all, having you in Goryeo will also be good for our Ming Dynasty!" Li Jie smiled calmly again.

According to the original history, Li Chenggui had to wait two years before launching a coup to kill Zheng Mengzhou. Zheng Mengzhou's death on Monday also means that there was no resistance within Goryeo to oppose Li Chenggui anymore, so he immediately deposed the King of Goryeo and expressed his loyalty to the Ming Dynasty. He even asked Zhu Yuanzhang to give the country name, and the name of North Korea was rewarded by Zhu Yuanzhang to them.

However, Li Jie couldn't wait for two years. He told Li Chenggui about Zheng Mengzhou's secret contact with Ming officials, which was to pour a cup of catalyst into the situation in Goryeo and urge Li Chenggui to usurp the throne quickly. Only when he took action would the internal chaos within Goryeo, and it would be easier for him to profit from it.

Both sides got what they wanted, especially Li Chenggui. After learning that Zheng Mengzhou had turned his attention to the Ming Dynasty, he felt even more at ease, so he quickly stood up and said goodbye, taking Li Fangyuan away in a hurry. He probably would rush back to Kaicheng overnight and prepare to attack Zheng Mengzhou in advance.

Looking at the backs of the father and son of Li family leaving, Li Jie also smiled secretly. In history, Zheng Mengzhou died at the hands of Li Fangyuan. However, after Li Fangyuan became the king of North Korea, he pretended to rehabilitate Zheng Mengzhou and posthumously awarded him as the lord of the palace. In fact, it was just to please scholars in Korea, because Zheng Mengzhou is known as the ancestor of Korean Neo-Confucianism and has a high prestige among scholars.

Thinking of Li Fangyuan in history, Li Jie suddenly thought of King Yan Zhu Di. In history, Li Fangyuan had been on a mission to the Ming Dynasty and even went to Peking to meet Zhu Di privately. It is said that the two have a good personality and have a very good conversation. Later, Zhu Di ascended the throne, and Li Fangyuan also sent many beauties over there, so there were so many Korean beauties in Zhu Di's harem.

"Calculate the time, the King of Yan should be ready to set off, right?" Li Jie touched his chin and said to himself. He had asked the Jinyiwei to send a letter to Zhu Di, and there was also a secret decree from Zhu Yuanzhang, because this operation required Zhu Di's cooperation and even required him to bring his troops personally. Without Zhu Yuanzhang's imperial decree, a vassal king could not be moved.
Chapter completed!