Black Corporation: Joseon - Chapter 18
[Episode 18: Germination…carcinogenesis? (11) ]
Episode 18 Germination… Carcinogenesis? (11)
The contents of the meeting between Hyang and the envoys were immediately documented and reported to King Sejong as soon as it was over. King Sejong examined the documents with his ministers.
“Hmm… I think it would be better to follow the Crown Prince’s instructions on this matter.”
“All right. majesty.”
“And the Joseon Pavilion… I think this is okay, but if we ask the Ming to open a Joseon Pavilion and create a Joseon Pavilion, which would be the most likely?”
“….”
None of the ministers immediately answered King Sejong’s question. King Sejong’s expression became sharp as he observed the mood of the ministers.
“Why isn’t everyone answering? “Is it because it’s such a low-level commerce that you don’t even want to talk about it?”
“That’s not it…”
“Then why isn’t there an answer?”
At King Sejong’s urging, Kim Jeom came forward as a Hojo judge.
“In God’s narrow opinion, if a market is created in the Liaohe area, permanent residence of our Joseon troops will be inevitable due to the aftershock problem. “I think there is a high probability that it will be built in the Shandong region because it is certain that people will not want it.”
“I guess that’s possible. Conversely, what if the people want to open a market near the Yalu River?”
“Then we, Joseon, must oppose it.”
“It’s the opposite…”
Sejong, who was thinking about his words, nodded.
“I guess it has to be that way. “Then what do you think about the permanentization of superiors?”
“I think it would be better than having him accompany me on every mission.”
Sejong, who thought for a moment about Judge Hojo’s answer, looked at Yeonguijeong.
“video.”
“yes. majesty.”
“On this trip, persuade Emperor Ming to succeed in establishing Shangguan.”
“…I follow your orders.”
Sejong growled as he looked at the face of Yeonguijeong, who hesitated to answer.
“video.”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
“Gwain also thinks the same way as the crown prince. “Are you concerned about the safety of Joseon, or are you holding out in order to break the spirit of the king and the crown prince?”
“majesty! “The gods have never entertained such disloyalty!”
“I think I can see the Three Peaks in you guys.”
“majesty! The loyalty of the gods is like a rock! “Please remove your doubts!”
“majesty! “Please inform me!”
To the subjects who experienced the Prince’s Rebellion and King Taejong’s reign, ‘Jeong Do-jeon’ was a ‘taboo’ that should not even be mentioned. However, the fact that King Sejong brought out Jeong Do-jeon was like a final warning.
“Please inform me!”
King Sejong, who was listening to the cries of his subjects lying flat on the floor, stood up.
“We’ll just have to wait and see. “I need to rest for a while.”
* * *
As King Sejong went out to battle, the ministers also came out one by one.
“Whoa~.”
“It’s stuffy.”
“That’s right.”
The faces of the ministers were gloomy. Yeonguijeong Ryu Jeong-hyeon looked at the sky with a gloomy face and then glared at Dae-heon.
“Don’t forget that all of this started with a mistake in the words of the Great Emperor.”
Daesaheon got angry at Yeonguijeong’s reprimand.
“Great! Don’t talk too much! What mistake did I make? “I didn’t say a word today!”
“Who is talking about today? “Who gave the Crown Prince an excuse in the first place?”
“Okay.”
In response to Yeonguijeong’s criticism, Dae Heon looked like he had chewed shit on his face and only let out a groan.
There is truth to what Yeonguijeong said. After the Crown Prince pointed out the legitimacy issue, Sejong took the lead in the political situation. Except for a single point made after the crown prince’s point, King Sejong never made a related statement again. Nevertheless, for a while, the ministers had no choice but to keep an eye on King Sejong. But Sejong was one step above. As time passed and the tension among the ministers seemed to have eased, King Sejong made a surprise attack. It also comes with ‘Jeong Do-jeon’, one of the taboos.
Daesaheon, who was only making groaning noises, argued with Yeonguijeong.
“Good!” Let’s say I gave the Crown Prince an excuse! But didn’t the governor also do something wrong? What did you do to the Crown Prince today? Even Samcheokdongja (三尺童子) already knows that the crown prince should not be looked down on just because he is young, so if you are going to do something, prepare properly before doing it!”
“Keuung…”
This time, in response to Dae Heon’s rebuttal, Yeonguijeong had to make a sobbing noise with a chewed-up expression. After taking a deep breath due to his anger, Daeheon came to a conclusion.
“What are you going to do about whose fault it is? I’ve already failed. “For the time being, we have no choice but to follow His Majesty the Prime Minister’s wishes.”
“If we do it wrong, the tyranny of royal authority can become severe.”
“What should I do? “At least we should hope that the Chief Minister is wise.”
“Whoa~.”
“How did we build this Joseon…”
“Haa~.”
Yeonguijeong and Daesaheon, as well as the ministers gathered around, all sighed.
* * *
They also did not agree with Jeong Do-jeon, but they did agree on one thing.
-Construction of a Neo-Confucian ideal royal state.
In order to create such a royal state, republican government through harmony between the king and the nobles – originally the nobles – was essential. And for the completion of the republic, restrictions on royal authority were essential.
That was why Jeong Do-jeon agreed when King Taejo made his youngest son the crown prince. Although he was a political comrade with Taejo, since Taejo was old and the youngest son who became crown prince was young, there was a calculation that he could take the lead in politics by using his military power and strength after Taejo’s death.
A plan was even made to absorb the private armies of powerful families, including Lee Bang-won, who were the biggest stumbling block, into the central army for the purpose of conquering Liaodong and then expend them. No, Taejong struck first, and Jeong Do-jeon’s dream came to nothing.
The ministers, who continued to sigh, came to their senses.
“On this winter mission, we must carry out as much as possible what the Lord lord ordered. “If we fail, we will all be dead and we will never regain control again.”
“That’s right.”
“Let’s think about that part first. “How can I make it successful?”
“Of course, sir.”
When the Yeonguijeong reached a conclusion, the other ministers also agreed and took steps.
* * *
The stories exchanged between the ministers quickly reached Hyang’s ears.
“If it reached my ears, Abamama must have already heard it.”
I was amazed by the speed of the high-speed information and communication network built inside the palace. ‘The palace walls have eyes and ears.’ As the saying goes, the eyes and ears of the eunuchs, court ladies, and guards spread out everywhere were receiving and relaying the ministers’ every move in real time.
“Anyway, since Abamama mentioned Sambong, I’m sure she will take the initiative for the time being.”
According to the history that Hyang learned in his previous life, the reign of King Sejong was the one in which the best consultative politics between the military and ministers was achieved. However, King Sejong’s reign as seen through reincarnation was a little different. Negotiations were taking place. But that was only what appeared on the outside.
His subjects tried to take the initiative in running state affairs whenever they had the opportunity, and it was King Sejong’s routine to counterattack by blocking the movements of such subjects.
The fact that Hyang attacked the ministers over Dongjisa was an opportunity given by heaven for King Sejong.
Everything, both just and practical, was completely handed over to King Sejong. Sejong was taking full advantage of the opportunity.
“Now the next step will be a cabinet reshuffle. Has the famous Hwang Hee and Maeng Sa-seong finally appeared?”
Hyang, who had been anticipating what was to come for a moment, shook his head.
“I’ll think about it later and it’s not important now. shell!”
“yes. mama!”
At the call from Hyang, the eunuch who was standing outside the door suddenly came in.
“Go and get Captain Hojo!”
“Yes mama!”
After a while, Judge Hojo found the scent.
“Did you call me?”
“Yes, I’m sorry for asking someone who was busy preparing for an envoy trip to come.”
“you’re welcome. So, is there anything else you would like to ask of God?”
“Please get me some books.”
Hyang held out a bundle containing a scroll and a small wooden box.
“The scroll contains the names of the books I have obtained so far, and the box contains silver that will be used as money for the purchase of the books. “Please bring me as much silver as I can to pay for it.”
“Is it okay for the purchase price to be covered by taxes paid by the merchants who accompanied the traveler?”
“That is money that will go into the treasury. “No matter how wealthy I am, squandering that money is embezzlement.”
In response to Hyang’s answer, Judge Hojo showed an expression of disgust without even realizing it.
‘At such a young age, the distinction between public and private is so clear! Now it’s so amazing that it’s even scary!’
“Hmm! hmm!”
Clearing his throat and hastily clearing his expression, Panseo Hojo untied the string on the scroll and looked at the list of books.
“Hmm… Is it okay if I get miscellaneous books other than those on this list?”
“That’s right.”
“All right. “I will do my best.”
This time, Hyang was rather surprised by Judge Hojo’s calm response.
“Are you okay, Judge Hojo? What do other people say about buying miscellaneous books?”
“You’re not asking for miscellaneous books for no reason, are you? “No matter how big or small, it is the foundation for doing things that are helpful to the country, so there is nothing to stop you.”
“Is that so?”
In response to Hyang’s response, Judge Hojo replied while stroking his beard.
“To be honest, there are two things that are always lacking when working at Hojo. One is time and the other is budget. You can’t increase your time, but you can increase your budget, right? “As the budget increases, the more things the country can do, and most of what you do is helpful in increasing the budget, so there is no reason to stop you.”
“Thank you for your kind words. “Then please take care of me.”
“yes. “Okay then.”
After taking the example, Panseo Hojo left Hyang’s room. Hyang, who was left alone in the room, muttered with a regretful expression.
“It would be great if all other ministers were like that guy. “I asked Abamama, should those who become judges have to go through Hojo first?”
* * *
As time passed, the governor left for Beijing. As the weather became increasingly colder, Hyang was in the midst of worrying.
“It’s a cliché that has already been brewed as it should be…”
Hyang, who had been thinking for a while in front of the brazier, got up from his seat.
“I may be the worst of all, but if I want to live a long life and prevent the death of my sister, the most famous of all, I have to do it! shell! I’m going to see Abama. “Let the front line know!”
“Yes mama!”
Arriving at Pyeonjeon, Hyang informed King Sejong that she wanted to go out.
“outing?”
“yes.”
“Where are you planning to go in this harsh winter?”
“I’m planning to go to Neobeol Island (Yeouido).”
“On your island? why?”
“There is a very important matter and I would like to check it out.”
In response to Hyang’s answer, Sejong made an expression that said he couldn’t figure out the reason.
“On Nebul Island, there are only animals raised by the royal family…”
‘That’s why I’m going.’
“I must go.”
Sejong thought for a moment at Hyang’s firm answer and then nodded.
“I admit it.”
“I am devastated!”
“What kind of sincerity…”
Sejong burst out laughing at the sight of Hyang bowing deeply and walking away excitedly.
“ha ha ha! “A child is still a child!”
However, even before the sun set that day, King Sejong had to burst out in anger rather than laughter.
* * *
While King Sejong was holding an afternoon meeting with his ministers, one of the internal officials came in thoughtful. After receiving the report from the eunuch, the merchant ship looked at King Sejong with a white face.
“Your Highness…”
“What’s going on?”
“Your Highness…”
“What’s going on!”
“They say the crown prince committed self-harm!”
“what!”
King Sejong, who was in awe, jumped up from his seat.
“Where is the crown prince now?”
“I just returned to the palace…”
Wajangchang!
King Sejong kicked Seo-an, who was struggling in front of him, and rushed out.
“Self-harm?”
“Self-harm!”
“Why are you doing this?”
The ministers, who were confused by the unimaginable situation, also ran outside, following King Sejong.
[Episode 18 Germination…Carcinogenesis?(11)] End
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