Chapter 135: Welcoming the Emperor Dorji said: "That's easy, I'll send someone to...
Dorji said, "That's easy. I'll send someone to tell them to come first."
Originally, the Tushetu Khanate had a prominent position in the northern desert. After the return of Muxue, the strength of the Tushetu Khanate became even stronger. Although the Khans of the other two Khalkha tribes were much older and more senior than Erji, they did not dare to be arrogant in front of him.
When the news reached the Golden Tent of the two khans, Chechen Khan and Zasak Khan immediately agreed, and both said they would set out to naturalize after the spring.
Chechen Khan also politely hosted a banquet for the envoys and asked them: "How is the fourth princess? Since she moved to China, we haven't seen each other much. When the white disaster happened some time ago, I heard that she went to visit the post road. I wanted to meet her to reminisce about the past, but I had a lot of things to do and couldn't leave for the time being. When you go back this time, please give my regards to the princess."
Among the envoys were not only people from the Tushetu Khan's tribe, but also the manager of the princess's mansion. When he heard Chechen Khan's greetings to the princess, he hurriedly stepped forward and replied, "Thank you, Chechen Khan, for your concern. Our princess has always been in good health."
"That's good. Come, have some wine."
They drank and ate heartily on the grassland. Many of the messengers got drunk and were helped back to their tents to rest.
There was a strong smell of alcohol in the golden tent.
Chechen Khan was also a little drunk, holding his forehead and closing his eyes to rest. His eldest son Gunchen said, "How about making some hangover soup? Last time the merchants from Dashengkui came, I bought some hangover herbs, and I felt much better after taking them."
"No need." Chechen Khan opened his eyes, "Dashengkui...Nowadays, people in Mobei are used to buying and selling things through them."
Not to mention buying things, even the selling of cattle and sheep, many people in the Chechen Khanate today are accustomed to handing over the matters to Dashengkui's people. The taijis are also happy to deal with Dashengkui and let them take care of the annual affairs for convenience.
Gong Chen was puzzled and said blankly: "Well, they have more goods and the price is fair, so naturally I will buy more from them. What's wrong with that?"
Chechen Khan sighed slightly, "It's hard to say, but I think this fourth princess is really amazing despite her young age. She has been married to Mobei for about nine years? Or ten years? Now the Mobei grasslands cannot do without her caravan, and many princes and taijis owe her debts."
He looked at Gunchen and said, "You will go to Guihua City with me this time. Pay your respects to the princess. You two have a history together. The female doctor beside her has treated you. Let's use this opportunity to maintain our friendship. My health is getting worse and worse. I don't know how many times I can see Caolu. There are some things you have to learn slowly by yourself."
Gunchen seemed to understand: "Father Khan is still young, don't say such things."
Chechen Khan smiled, "It's the same whether you say it or not. When the Dzungars rebelled before, our tribe was close to them and was hurt. We were not as good as the Tushetu Khanate to begin with, but now they have a capable princess as Khatun, and they are even more powerful, like a wolf leader. In short, it's right for you to go and get along well with the Fourth Princess and Dunduobudorji."
"My son has made a note of it."
After the beginning of spring, Chechen Khan, along with his eldest son and entourage, set out on the post road to Guihua City.
The journey is long, and by the time they arrive and convert, the Holy Chariot will also be here.
This time, Emperor Kangxi brought the Crown Prince, the eldest prince, the fourth prince, the ninth prince, the thirteenth prince and others on a tour to the frontier.
He had led the princes on tours several times before, but most of the trips were to areas south of the desert such as Khorchin. This time the journey would be even longer.
The eldest prince's title was the highest among the current princes, and he was the Prince of Zhi. Kangxi valued this eldest son more because he was a master of martial arts, so he was given the lead in this tour.
The weather was bright and clear in early summer. Emperor Kangxi rode on his horse, looking at the green fields in a good mood. He said to the eldest prince who was accompanying him, "The last time I came here was when we were fighting against Galdan. Baoqing, you were there at that time, right?"
"Yes, at that time I led the vanguard battalion of the imperial camp and followed Khan Ama to the battle. Thinking about it now makes me feel overwhelmed with emotion."
"You performed very well then..."
Emperor Kangxi and the eldest prince were talking about the past when he personally led the expedition against Galdan. The crown prince next to them could not get a word in at all because he was staying in the capital to supervise the country at that time.
He glanced at the eldest prince, who was beaming with joy, and sneered. This eldest prince loved to be in the spotlight, even when he was the regent. He was in charge of many things for the first time in the capital, and was unfamiliar with many things, so it was inevitable that he made some mistakes. When the relevant memorials were passed to Kangxi, the eldest prince made some hypocritical remarks that seemed to be an excuse for him, but were actually flattering.
These things were secretly told to him by Suo Etu, who was also on the expedition at the time, asking him to be more careful of the eldest prince. This guy relied on himself as the eldest son and always coveted the position of the Crown Prince.
Thinking of Soetu, the prince felt as if a needle had stabbed his heart. He obviously had many merits, but Khan Ama completely denied them.
The Thirteenth Prince secretly observed his expression, then quietly rode forward and found an opportunity to interrupt and change the subject: "I wonder what Guihua City looked like at that time? I was young at that time and didn't catch up."
The Fourteenth Prince also said loudly: "We are just a little young, otherwise we would definitely follow Khan Ama to the battle and kill him!"
"Good job, you have great ambition." Emperor Kangxi laughed. "There were several temples in Guihua City at that time. But the place was small, and there was no way for all the followers to stay, so they stayed in the open space nearby. At that time, because of the rebellion of Galdan, many people from Khalkha came, and there were also many prisoners of war of Galdan. I treated them generously and gave them food."
He recalled, "Going southwest from Guihua, there is a wide and flat land. At that time, I thought, if this place is used as farmland, how much grain will be produced. So I set up several official farms. Later, when the fourth girl got married, she came here and wrote to me to ask for rouge land. I agreed, but I don't know what the farmland is like now."
As they were talking, the vanguard who had been exploring the way suddenly came back on horseback to report: "Your Majesty, please allow me to report that at the entrance of the post station ten miles ahead, the Fourth Princess, Tushetu Khan, officials of Guihua City, the garrison commander, Khalkha princes, and lamas are here to welcome you."
Emperor Kangxi nodded and said, "Speak of Cao Cao, and he will appear. Then let the fourth girl introduce him to you."
Mu Xue and the others went out of the city early in the morning to wait, and finally saw the banner of the Holy Chariot, and hurriedly paid their respects according to the rehearsal. The lamas held incense in their hands and played music in response. It was a lively scene.
Emperor Kangxi saw from afar that the horses and riders who came to greet him were all wearing bright clothes, and their horses were fat and well-furted, which was completely different from the skinny and bony horses of the riders who rode here before. He knew that the situation of naturalization was not bad.
"Call the fourth princess to pay her respects," said Emperor Kangxi.
He hadn't seen the Fourth Princess for some years. He only knew her appearance from the memorials and portraits, and wondered if she had lost weight or gained weight.
Soon, the fourth princess, dressed in auspicious clothes, came forward with her husband and children to pay their respects.
"Greetings to Khan Amajin."
"Help me up quickly, no need to be polite."
Kangxi looked at her carefully. The fourth princess in front of him still had an elegant and peaceful face, but her demeanor was more resolute than before.
He smiled and said, "I was worried that you weren't having a good time here, but now that I see the aura around you, I'm very relieved."
Mu Xue smiled and said, "It's all thanks to my father, you thought about me and gave me the Rouge Land and the Princess Mansion. I am very grateful."
"There is no need to say such foreign words between father and daughter." Emperor Kangxi looked at Tushetu Khan beside her, "Dundubu Dorji, how are you? How is the Living Buddha?"
"In reply to Your Majesty, the Living Buddha and I are deeply blessed by His Majesty, and there is nothing wrong with us."
Kangxi nodded, lowered his gaze, met a pair of dark and innocent eyes, and smiled: "Is it... Nuomin?"
The little princess nodded vigorously, stretched out her hand and said sweetly: "Huang Mafa, hug me."
No, this girl is really bold. Mu Xue was a little surprised and wanted to say something to make up for it.
However, Emperor Kangxi was very happy. Without waiting for her to speak, he bent down and picked up the little princess: "Good child, you are quite strong."
"I eat well every day, ride a horse, and have a small bow," said the little princess, "I want to be the second Baturu of the Qing Dynasty in the future."
Emperor Kangxi was amused by the childish words: "Hahaha, kid, you are the second Baturu, then who is the first?"
"Of course it's Royal Marfa!"
Emperor Kangxi was stunned and laughed even more happily.
Everyone laughed. Mu Xue also laughed, but she clenched the handkerchief in her hand, feeling a little embarrassed. If she had known, she would not have talked about future jokes with the little princess. This child really has such a good memory.
But then she changed her mind and thought it was a good thing that the little princess could please Emperor Kangxi so that she could get more care.
The rest of the officials, guards, Mongolian princes, and lamas came forward to pay their respects. Emperor Kangxi smiled and let Dorji hold the little princess, and accepted the greetings one by one.
Seeing that the greetings were almost over, Mu Xue said, "My daughter has arranged the princess's residence and the place where she will stay. I respectfully invite Khan Ama to come into the city and rest."
"good."
The Holy Chariot moved forward again, approaching Guihua City, and gradually saw large fields of green shepherd's purse and wheat, with houses scattered among the fields.
Emperor Kangxi reined in his horse and asked Mu Xue, "Is this your rouge field?"
"Yes, Khan Ama."
He squinted his eyes and saw it more clearly: "It does look like a village. What is that tall house used for?"
Mu Xue followed his gaze and said, "That is the commune. In the cold winter, people can gather there to keep warm and work. There is a school and a counter next to it, which are used for enlightenment and agricultural management."
"You made people build these?"
"Yes," Mu Xue said, "That school is a charity school. Didn't Khan Ama send people to Mobei to educate the people? I followed their example and copied them. I'm sorry to have embarrassed you."
This is not a simple imperial farm, it looks like a village. Emperor Kangxi thought that the fourth princess had put a lot of effort into this rouge land.
When he entered the city, he saw that the rammed earth road was flat and smooth, the street market had expanded several times compared to before, and the people who knelt and greeted him on the roadside looked very good. He was filled with admiration.
Without making any noise, the Fourth Princess had brought about such changes here.
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