Chapter 2380: Guizijuan: Hidden Kill, Standby
The adjustment of the garrison in Beijing is still proceeding in an orderly manner and has not been affected by preparations in this regard. The pace is even accelerating.
Duan Xirong, the staff general of the East Road of Datong Town, was promoted to the commander of Shanxi Dusi. Duan Xitai, the guerrilla guerrilla of Yunshibao on Weiyuan Road, was transferred to the staff general of Gansu Town. He Zhisheng, the staff general of Gansu Town, was transferred to the commander of the Warrior Battalion. Zhao Qianshan, the staff general of the Shaanxi Guard Army, was transferred to the Fourth Guards Battalion. Zheng Xuan was transferred to the commanding officer of Shenshu Camp.
As for Zhao Shanxing, the little military general Feng Ziying encountered in Datong on his way to Shaanxi Province, Duan Xichang's subordinates were transferred to Jizhen and are not worth mentioning.
This guy is very knowledgeable. When Feng Ziying went to Liaodong, he sent a special gift to visit him during the Chinese New Year. When Feng Ziying came back, he came from Datong to the capital to visit him. Such attentiveness made Feng Ziying feel embarrassed.
In addition, I also learned from Duan Xichang that this guy could fight, but he didn't catch any opportunities, so he was always depressed, so he simply transferred this guy directly to Jizhen to be promoted to a garrison level.
If there is a chance to go south this time, let this guy take the opportunity to lead his troops south and see if he can get lucky.
The negotiations with Nanjing have basically come to an end, and the major issues have been decided, so the remaining procedures and detailed discussions have suddenly accelerated.
Gu Bingqian finally entered the cabinet and realized his dream of being a cabinet minister.
Guan Yingzhen took over as the Minister of Rites, but the Minister of Commerce was temporarily vacant. This should be arranged for the group of Jiangnan scholars who would go north from Nanjing in the future.
As for whether it is Gu Tianjun or Zhu Guozhen, it depends on the outcome of their internal struggle.
Zhang Huaichang's lobbying should be said to have achieved the expected results. The four cabinet ministers were non-committal, or they were silent about it. However, the Ministry of Revenue borrowed another two million taels of silver from Haitong Bank, which is enough to illustrate their attitude.
This loan still caused some controversy.
Although the reasons put forward by the Ministry of War seem to be very sufficient, it still feels a bit uncomfortable to suddenly borrow two million taels of silver before Prince Yoshitaka ascends the throne.
Miao Changqi, who had arrived in Beijing early but whose concubine's identity was still unknown, even went to Ye Xianggao and Fang Congzhe to express his objections and asked to postpone the discussion until after the new emperor ascended the throne to discuss whether to continue borrowing money from Haitong Bank. In his opinion, once the new emperor ascended the throne, , the land tax in the south of the Yangtze River can be handed over to Beijing, so there is no need to borrow this one-year loan with a high interest rate.
But Ye Fang and the other two ignored Miao Changqi. Before you joined the cabinet, you were just a prisoner in the puppet dynasty. How could you be qualified to dictate major affairs of the court?
On August 19th, Prince Yi Zhong arrived in Beijing, accompanied by Tang Binyin, Zhu Guozhen, Gu Tianjun and others.
Prior to this, the imperial palace newspaper had been distributed to various places. Emperor Yonglong's internal Zen was temporarily under the supervision of King Zhongshun. He would not be relieved of his duties as superintendent until Prince Yi Zhong ascended the throne. King Lu's post of supervising the country was naturally removed. Lifted.
According to information from "Internal Reference" and "Today's News", the time for the new emperor, Emperor Wan Tong, to ascend the throne is September 16th, which is about 20 days left. These 20 days will be a transition period.
"Almost." Zhang Huaichang's voice was a little low, and he was even a little out of shape from exhaustion. Even his cheekbones appeared to be protruding, but the gleam in his eyes showed that he was still in a state of excitement.
He was under great pressure during this period. On the one hand, he had to coordinate all parties, and on the other hand, he had to continuously export various military resources to Liaodong, Jizhen and Denglai. Denglai was easier to talk about, after all, it was a newly built Military Town, but Liaodong and Jizhen are also adding, which is a bit strange.
"It will still take a few days for Liaodong and Jizhen." Sun Chengzong shook his head. "In the early stage, because of the need to keep secrets, we could only mobilize to Yuguan and Dagu one after another on the grounds of military exercises. Liaodong is better, but Mao Wenlong It will take some time to replenish the military resources, so it has been delayed, but we should have enough time, no problem."
"The Denglai Navy has already been well prepared when it arrives, and the reason is very good. It will go south to join the Fujian Navy for drills, clear out pirates in the Penghu area, and also conduct landing training in Dongfan." Feng Ziying also introduced, "In addition, I have also contacted some merchants in Jiangnan, but I haven’t told them the specifics yet, but I think if they come in handy, I’ll say hello to them, and it will be of some use.”
"Fei Bai has led the Jingxiang Town troops to Wuchang and is resting in Wuchang. Wang Ziteng's troops should be a little wary, but Wuchang is still far away from Jiujiang, and there is no sign of Jingxiang Town going east, so it should not have caused Wang Ziteng's attack. Suspicious." Zhang Huaichang said in a deep voice: "In addition, the Northwest Army is also very calm now. It is estimated that Niu Jizong and Sun Shaozu are also waiting for the arrangements for them after the new emperor ascends the throne."
“Ziying, how is the fleet prepared?” Sun Chengzong was more concerned about this point, which was related to whether the journey south would go smoothly.
"Don't worry, we are basically ready. The ships are currently scattered in Dengzhou, Laizhou, Niuzhuang, Yuguan, and Dagu. Some of them were as far away as Ningbo a few days ago, but they are estimated to have gone north." Feng Ziying is very confident about this, "We There is also a margin to prevent accidents on some ships and affect the overall plan."
“Does the Denglai Navy need to go south first?” Sun Chengzong asked again.
"It's not necessary for the time being. My opinion is that we can leave south two or three days before the army goes south. This can cover the army going south. If anyone finds anything unusual, they can also cover it up. Let's just say that the Denglai Navy sailors are preparing to attack Dongpan. Drill login,…”
Feng Ziying's words did not convince Sun Chengzong, "It is difficult to deceive people. They are different at first glance. A large ship transporting an army and a navy ship are two different things."
Feng Ziying spread her hands and said, "There's nothing we can do about it. It's only as long as we can coax him to stay. At that point, what if we know? It's too late for anyone to report the news."
“What about this side of Beijing?” Feng Ziying glanced at Zhang Huaichang, “Who is going south?”
Sun Chengzong thought for a while and then said: "I originally thought that Ziying was familiar with the Jingying and Shangsanqinjun, and it would be most suitable to stay in the capital. However, considering that Ziying is also familiar with the Navy, Denglai Town, and Liaodong Town, , and the military ministers in Beijing can give orders, so I think it is most suitable for Ziying to lead the landing by heading south by sea, and I will lead a force south along the canal to Yangzhou."
Feng Ziying also nodded, "That's fine. Brother Zhisheng is the main force here in Yangzhou, and I can provide a landing support from the Yangtze River. But I think my first goal is to capture Jinling. As long as we capture Jinling, I guess Niu Jizong and Sun Shaozu are going to be in chaos."
"But whether you can hold Jinling after taking it is the key." Sun Chengzong pondered: "Ziying's main force is in Jiujiang. Once he finds that something is wrong, he may quickly move eastward. Ziying, if you want to march into Jinling, how many troops should you bring? ?”
The fleet cannot accommodate the fleet. Firstly, there are not as many troops as there are more troops. Secondly, the fleet has to be transported from Denglai, Dagu and Yuguan. The fleet is too large and the risk is greater.
"Twenty thousand at most, or even ten thousand is enough." Feng Ziying replied firmly: "So my point is that one force should support you to capture Yangzhou as soon as possible, and another force can be divided to control Zhenjiang and Changzhou."
"But the main force of Wang Ziteng's Denglai army is at least 40,000 to 50,000 in Jiujiang. If they go eastward, the few troops in your hands cannot resist it. Wang Ziteng's Denglai army is not weak in combat effectiveness and can fight..." Sun Chengzong said It's the truth.
"I'm thinking, if I take Jinling, how much fighting spirit does Wang Ziteng's Denglai army still have?" Feng Ziying asked back: "The Northwest Army is still pressing on Niu Jizong and Sun Shaozu. How can they still persist after learning that the rear has fallen? How long will the resistance last? In addition, the Denglai navy followed me into the Yangtze River. If Nanjing is captured, they can calmly block the Wangzi Teng fleet above Nanjing, such as Wuhu and Taiping. If Wangzi Teng's troops dare to take a boat eastward, who cares? There is no return, I am still sure of this. If he comes overland, it will be easier. I believe that under the drastic change of the situation, it will be difficult for the morale of his Denglai army to persist until Nanjing."
Sun Chengzong was moved when he saw Feng Ziying being so confident, "Ziying, are you so sure? It's hard to predict the local attitude in Jiangnan. If it's not good for us,..."
"Brother Zhisheng, according to my understanding, there may be some support for Prince Yi Zhong in Jiangnan, but there is not much favorable impression of Niu Jizong, Wang Ziteng and Chen Jixian. As for Prince Yi Zhong and Niu King Chen Zhi I think it is difficult to connect the relationship between the local governments, especially when the new emperor is about to ascend the throne, and the title change is imminent. Everyone is looking forward to a stable life. Who will care about the activities of your local military leaders? ? The three towns of Jiangnan are only discussed within our court, but there is no local newspaper. That is, some well-informed people know a little bit, but the court did not issue an order one day, so there is no such thing as the three towns of Jiangnan. "
Feng Ziying's point of view is well-founded. Even Zhang Huaichang nodded in approval, and Sun Chengzong was also convinced, "Ziying, you have analyzed these very thoroughly. We have not figured this out."
"Brother Zhisheng, you are exaggerating. It's just that I have more contact with Jiangnan, but everything is still our guess and we won't know until we go there." Feng Ziying waved her hands modestly, "But think about it, In fact, Wang Ziteng had never stayed in Jiangnan. The old Denglai soldiers under him were all recruited from Shandong. Jiangnan people did not have much affection for him. The same was true for Niu Jizong, Sun Shaozu and Chen Jixian. In fact, we It’s already in an invincible position.”
(End of this chapter)