Chapter 154 The old man of Dongjiang
"If I were to attack traitors now, who in Southern Zhili could do anything to me?"
The reason why Zhu Guoqiang was so angry was not only that the "long-famous" Shi Kefa had let him down so much, but that the so-called Chongzhen Dynasty, which was "all right and prosperous", had disappointed him so much. It was this disappointment that made him
If you want to "please rape", of course, whether you respect the emperor or not is another matter. If necessary, it is not impossible to use it as a banner and wave it.
In fact, as far as Jiannu is concerned, it is not a serious problem. Even now, it seems unstoppable, but in Zhu Guoqiang's eyes, it is at most a scabies disease. Zhu Yuanzhang beat Meng Yuan when he founded the country.
Fleeing here and there, they beat the so-called "Golden Family" to near annihilation. In just a few decades, they beat the Tatars until they knelt on the ground and sang about conquest. Although there were constant conflicts in the following two hundred years, those Mongols
I also had a mixture of love and hate for the Ming Dynasty. Although I invaded the border from time to time, the purpose of violating the border was not for mutual trade, but to obtain the "grant seal". The "grant seal" of the Ming Dynasty was the orthodoxy of the grassland! Even when Turgut returned eastward
He presented the Ming Dynasty's seal to express his surrender.
In terms of military might, when the Meng Yuan Dynasty occupied the Central Plains, it was not many times more powerful than establishing slaves. There were hundreds of thousands of Semu soldiers alone, but in the end, weren't they also beaten to the point of kneeling and singing "conquer"? The reason why now
To put it bluntly, if Jiannu suffers a loss, it means that the soldiers have no will to fight and the generals have no fighting spirit. In the final analysis, it can be said in one sentence - there is an internal problem!
As for money...money is a small issue. When Zhu Yuanzhang raised his army, did he have money? Wouldn't he be able to rub the aggressive Mongolians to the ground in the same way?
Money is a small issue, the most important issue is how to arouse the fighting spirit of the generals and the fighting spirit of the soldiers!
Now the fighting spirit of the soldiers has been aroused by the reward of the fields. As for the fighting spirit of the generals... Conglong hero, the family of Shixun, resting with the country!
Is this reason enough?
In fact, in the final analysis, most people put their interests first. As long as they have enough interests, they can definitely be convinced and swear to serve.
"Your Majesty, no one in Nanzhili can do anything to you, but Your Majesty, don't forget that there is Abatai in Nanzhili who has corrupted Huainan, and Hebei Dorgon is eyeing him! The Crown Prince is asking for rape at this time.
, it will only cause pain to the relatives and pleasure to the enemies. It will make the world not feel ashamed! Now the creation of slaves is also a close concern of my Ming Dynasty!"
Seeing that the prince wanted to have his own way, Liu Hanyi immediately retorted loudly.
"When fighting against foreigners, you must first..."
As soon as the words came to his mouth, Zhu Guoqiang swallowed them back. Damn it, how could he be the same as a bald man?
Taking a deep breath, Zhu Guoqiang calmed down, and then bowed to Liu Hanyi.
"Wei Xin, it's me who got caught."
It’s all those guys who made me angry!
"I even forgot about the enemy before me. Once I have defeated Abatai's army, I will send my troops to the north to attack Dorgon!"
Northern Expedition to Dorgon!
Well, when the time comes, you can also "respect the emperor and beg for rape"! There are some flags that you can always use and wave if you want.
At that time, even if you only have a reputation, you can convince the people of the world and at least give them a reason. Give them a reason to betray.
At this moment, Zhu Guoqiang even felt a little emotional. Oh, you people, that is, if you meet me, I will try my best to give you some reasons. Let you be a bitch and build a monument at the same time.
Liu Hanyi said happily when he saw the prince accepting advice so humbly.
"My ministers are reckless, but the prince is so open-minded. It is really our great luck to the Ming Dynasty. When we launch the Northern Expedition to Dorgon in the future, people all over the world will definitely congratulate the prince!"
Dorgon would always have to retreat outside the customs, and he would always have to go by the capital. At that time, some things could always be taken care of.
When the two of them understood each other tacitly, Zhu Guoqiang frowned again, took the piece of paper in his hand and shook it.
"What about Shi Kefa's military orders?"
Just think of it as a piece of tissue paper!
"Your Majesty, I have to go to Yangzhou after all, and I have to give an explanation to the world! After all, in the final analysis, reputation is always very important. Having that reputation is better than not having that reputation. We have done so much just for the sake of that reputation!
"
Just when Liu Hanyi wanted to continue to lobby the prince, a group of people led the horses towards the gate of the barracks. In addition to a sentry horse, there were also one elder and one younger. The elder was only in his forties, and the younger one was
But he had just reached his prime. Although the elders said so, they deliberately walked half a step behind the younger ones to show their superiority.
"Brother, do you think Prince De will really meet you and me?"
Mao Chengdou looked towards the barracks gate with worry.
"Young Master, don't worry. Prince De is different from ordinary people. How could an ordinary clan lead troops south? How could they kill officials to extort money and food?"
The elder brother's words made Mao Chengdou shake his head and said.
"Brother, you can't say that. If Prince De is not in Taoyuan County, it is inevitable that local officials will deduct money and food during this trip south. By then, Prince De will definitely be distracted by food and wages, and he will definitely not be able to defeat the enemy with all his strength. In fact, my father was
If we were not distracted by food and salary, why would we..."
Mao Chengdou suddenly stopped talking and seemed reluctant to mention old things.
"That's not it. Back then, there was a shortage of food on the island. The old commander could only borrow food from others to survive, and the big guys could only pick wild vegetables to survive. But later, his surname Yuan banned shipping, and the old commander couldn't even borrow food.
We borrowed the place, and if we don’t go to Dengzhou to ask for food and wages, the Dongjiang people can only wait to starve to death. But this has become the old commander’s fault..."
When mentioning old things, the aggrieved Mao Chengzhi's expression suddenly turned gloomy, and finally, his eyes became firm.
"Young Master, whether the future commander can restore his reputation will definitely depend on Prince De. As long as he is willing to see you, the matter will be half done. If he doesn't see you..."
"Then go back to Hangzhou. This imperial student who donated money is very boring to read. I am a son of an imperial concubine, and I will definitely not be promoted to an official!"
Mao Chengdou's tone seemed a little disappointed. If his father was not an "imperial prisoner", he could have entered Taixue with Shiyin, but now? He can only rely on money.
But what will happen even if he accepts money and enrolls in Taixue?
How can a son of an imperial convict become an official?
"So, it depends on whether Prince De is willing to meet the young master. If he is willing to meet, not only will the old commander's affairs be half done, but the young master will also have support for your future!"
"Brother, I have made you worry so much for so many years!"
Once again, Mao Chengdou looked at his eldest brother with gratitude. After his eldest brother returned to Hangzhou from Liaodong with his father's bloody clothes, although he was his father's adopted son, he regarded himself as a servant at home.
Everything is supported by him, inside and out.
"Master, look at what you said, this is what I should do!"
Looking at Mao Chengzhi who deliberately stood half a step beside him, Mao Chengdou was filled with gratitude.
Finally, the two of them arrived outside the gate under the guidance of the sentry rider. When the sentry rider reported, the two of them were looking at the soldiers in the camp who were training through the fence.
"Brother, you are good at military service. In your opinion, how is the training of Prince De's soldiers?"
"The military has strict discipline and can be called an elite!"
After saying eight simple words, Mao Chengzhi whispered.
"Master, when we get to the camp later, you just have to pay homage and let me say the words."
"Brother, are you sure he will meet us?"
Compared to Mao Chengdou's worries, Mao Chengzhi smiled.
"I had some doubts at first, but now I have no doubts anymore!"
Zhu Guoqiang, who was originally arguing with Liu Hanyi in the tent about whether to go to Yangzhou or not, was startled when he heard the attendant entering the tent to report.
"Mao Chengdou, the son of Mao Wenlong, the former commander-in-chief of Dongjiang Army, and Mao Chengzhi, the former general?"
Dongjiang?
Hearing this, Zhu Guoqiang was surprised.
Chapter completed!