However, for Zhu Xiong Ying, this could be considered a reciprocal exchange. The Ming Dynasty had recovered its strength considerably in recent years, but it was still quite weak and inept, so reclaiming some territory wouldn't hurt. Moreover, they were short of manpower for developing Beiping and Liaodong.
Zhu Xiong Ying has temporarily resolved the military affairs, but this is only temporary. This time, Zhu Xiong Ying's purpose in coming to Beiping was not just to build up the capital city, nor was it simply to dredge the Grand Canal or build up Tianjin.
Zhu Xiong Ying really values the northern border; he needs to build a solid border defense on what seems like a blank slate.
This is no joke. Zhu Xiong Ying now has the authority to say this, mainly because he has more room to maneuver, and the timing and conditions are relatively ripe.
The Ming Dynasty is currently very powerful, and neither the Mongols nor Goryeo pose a significant threat. The north is relatively stable for the time being. In fact, the Ming Dynasty currently holds the initiative.
On the other hand, there's the present-day Ming Dynasty, where the legendary 'Nine Great Frontier Kings' have not yet taken their positions. The princes currently being enfeoffed are not truly stationed in the frontier regions.
This isn't due to Zhu Xiong Ying's own factors, but rather because the age, status, or abilities of Zhu Xiong Ying's uncles haven't yet fully satisfied Zhu Xiong Ying. Therefore, the concept of a "King of the Frontier" hasn't fully materialized yet. In fact, even his fourth uncle, Zhu Di, wasn't a true "King of the Frontier."
The reason is simple: in some of Zhu Yuanzhang's plans, the Prince of Yan's residence was only the second line of defense and could not be considered the true frontier.
Zhu Xiong Ying felt that it was his turn to do these things. Although Lao Zhu had a plan for this matter, Zhu Xiong Ying also had his own ideas.
Zhu Xiong Ying had the audacity to use the Nine Borders as a practice subject. This wasn't just because of his long-term vision, but also because he knew that ultimately, building a solid defense line along the Nine Borders would require Old Zhu's approval.
With Old Zhu backing him up, Zhu Xiong Ying naturally felt more confident and could act more freely. He didn't need to worry about making mistakes, because Old Zhu would definitely keep a close eye on his beloved grandson and be there to bail him out at any time.
This can probably be considered Zhu Xiong Ying's confidence. When the nomadic tribes in the north were severely weakened and the Ming Dynasty was at its peak, what Zhu Xiong Ying had to do was seize this opportunity to build a more solid border defense!
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