But he didn't expect that the memorial submitted by Teacher Yuan in Dengzhou directly brought the matter to the court, sparking a big debate.
It is not surprising that in a country with deep-rooted moral principles, Yuan Keli naturally also upholds such universal values.
In his view, North Korea's unauthorized coup to abolish a legitimate monarch who had friendly relations with Ming was absolutely a rebellious act and was unacceptable.
"It has been fifteen years since Yi Hun inherited the title and became a foreign vassal. Even if Jong is a relative, he is a minister of this country. The roles of ruler and subject are already established, so how can they be reversed? Even if Yi Hun is truly unrighteous, the Queen Mother's report should be heard and China should make a new appointment. Why would a minister usurp the throne and a nephew depose an uncle? Yi Jong's heart is not only unfaithful to Yi Hun, but also unfaithful to China. He should be punished and punished to restore the royal power."
Mr. Yuan’s views are clear: a coup is illegal and violates moral principles. Even if Hunguo is unethical, he should wait for “changes in China.” He even advocates sending troops to “proclaim the crime and punish the perpetrators.”
The so-called "exposing the crime and seeking punishment" meant sending the Ming army into the court and then supporting Li Hun as king.
Since it was not an occupation of Korea, Yuan Keli did not believe that the Koreans would submit to Yi Jong and fight against the Celestial Empire. Therefore, it might not be necessary to mobilize a large army to put Yi Hun on the throne again.
Even so, Zhu Youxiao did not agree with Mr. Yuan's judgment, and even more so did not agree to take rash action and disrupt the military plan against the Jiannu.
Li Hun was a fence-sitter. Although he did not dare to be hostile to the Ming or pro-Jin, his help to the Dongjiang Army was also very limited. If Li Zong could accept the conditions he proposed, he would pose a greater threat to the Later Jin.
From the perspective of interests alone, recognizing Li Zong's legitimacy was also Zhu Youxiao's choice. As for what procedures were legal and what was treason, what was wrong with turning a blind eye?
Holding Teacher Yuan's memorial, Zhu Youxiao thought about it again and again. He did not keep it in his pocket or use secret memorials to convince Teacher Yuan first. Instead, he chose to hold a court discussion in the court.
It is necessary to let the Korean side know that the Ming court has different opinions on recognition and enthronement, and let them strive for explanation, make commitments, and accept the conditions of the Ming court.
If he were to be recognized and enthroned so easily, Li Zong would not cherish it and would not work hard. How could he become a key link in the four-way arrangement?
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