Chapter 950 Jizijuan is in danger
Feng Ziying's suggestions were quite satisfactory, which disappointed both Zhang Jingqiu and Chai Ke. Perhaps Feng Ziying had impressed them too much before, and they subconsciously hoped that Feng Ziying could surprise them this time.
But Feng Ziying knew the secrets here, and he had brought Emperor Yonglong's hints quietly. He believed that Zhang Jingqiu and Chai Ke would slowly understand it, and Sun Chengzong and Yuan Keli were so experienced that they would not have thought of Jizhen and Bozhou. possible difficulties.
Perhaps Zhang and Chai already have a plan in mind, so why bother to clarify it themselves?
“Ziying, what do you think of the southwest side?” Chai Ke was still dissatisfied.
"Sir, I have said before that once the southwest hinterland is turbulent, it will definitely affect Huguang. There are many people in Jingxiang and the situation itself is unstable. To the east is the hinterland of Huguang, where the granary of the Great Zhou Dynasty is located. It is not possible at all. If something goes wrong, I’m afraid the Ministry of War should also consider making arrangements as soon as possible.”
It was still quite satisfactory. Chai Ke was a little disappointed, but then he thought about it. It was very rare for someone to predict in advance that Southwest Bozhou might be the location of chaos. Such a large group of people from the Ministry of War could not match the judgment of one person. If this guy could still If they come up with a set of extremely sophisticated countermeasures, then the entire staff of the Ministry of War will really be embarrassed.
After another discussion, outsiders like Feng Ziying and middle- and low-level officials like Wang Yingxiong and Zheng Chongjian left. The next step is for the two court officials to listen to the opinions of several doctors and Yuanwailang and prepare to formulate analysis and countermeasures. .
"Dazhang, Feixiong, you have to work hard. You see, you are weak and qualified to participate in this kind of military meeting, and you two are still doing odd jobs below."
Zheng Chongjian and Wang Yingxiong were taken to a room next to the office of Fangsi. Wang Yingxiong served tea to Feng Ziying, and Feng Ziying joked with them.
The gap between Yuan Wai Lang and the chief and deputy chief is not small. One is from the fifth rank, while Zheng Chongjian and Wang Yingxiong are at the seventh rank, still three ranks behind. Even if they are promoted according to the fastest every three years, they are already far behind Yang Sichang, who is in the same department. Nine years apart.
This is the difference between the top three Jinshi and the first class Jinshi. Zheng Chongjian and Wang Yingxiong were both unable to be selected as Shujishi. This is because they performed well during the period of observing politics and were retained in the Ministry of War. Otherwise, they would most likely have been appointed to local posts. County magistrate, the promotion speed will be even slower in the future.
"Ziying, can you please stop making sarcastic remarks? I am a weakling who was born in Tanhua and entered the Hanlin Academy directly. If you were not able to enter the Hanlin Academy because of your policy of opening up the sea, we would not be much better off, at most. Even if he is a sixth-grade man, he may not be a sixth-grade man." Wang Yingxiong said angrily: "But Yang Wenruo still has some abilities. He has a good family background. I heard that his father may also be promoted."
“Oh?” Feng Ziying was quite surprised, “Where did you get the news?”
"I met Brother Jun Yu a few days ago and had a chat. He said that Yang He was in Henan to clean up the corruption in the internal storage of the Henan Chengxuan Administrative Envoy Department. He took great action and gained a lot. The cabinet and the emperor were very satisfied. He may return soon. Beijing." Wang Yingxiong said casually: "I guess his father seems to have been attacking frequently in the past few years, and he has almost become a top card in the Metropolitan Procuratorate."
However, Yang He has indeed been very active in the past few years. From the censor to the censor of Youqian, it has only been two years, right? Is there another special promotion? I'm afraid it's not that simple when it comes to this inferior place.
"That's what Mr. Yang deserves. I'm talking about you two. If there is really chaos in the southwest, Fei Xiong can find a way to go for a run. It will definitely make a lot of money. Da Zhang, are you interested in coming to Yongping Mansion? ?”
Feng Ziying's joke made Zheng Chongjian take it a little seriously, "Ziying, to be honest, I'm really tempted. I bet that once the Mongolian left wing invades the south this autumn, your Yongping Prefecture will bear the brunt, and Qiji Town will definitely not be able to take it. The main force is placed on protecting your Yongping Mansion, so you will face the surging Mongolian cavalry. How will you deal with it if you interrupt it? If you can come up with a countermeasure, it is not impossible for me to come to Yongping to help you. .”
"Come on, if Lin Dan Batur leads tens of thousands of cavalry to the south, what can I, a colleague of Yongping Prefecture, do?" Feng Ziying laughed at herself, "Maybe I am preparing to train three thousand people to deal with it, so you can help me Management training?”
Zheng Chongjian was also amused by Feng Ziying, "Three thousand people are coming to deal with the Mongolian cavalry? I am willing to come, but training and fighting are the affairs of generals. You say I can plan and arrange for you. If you really want to go to the battlefield, I I’m afraid it’s going to be quite difficult these two times.”
As a scholar of the Zhou Dynasty who cultivated his moral integrity and governed the country, he had to be basically proficient in the six arts of etiquette, music, archery, charioteering, calligraphy, and mathematics. Zheng Chongjian, who had been studying since childhood, could at least do archery, but when it comes to leading troops in battle, That would be too difficult for him, but like his good friend, Sun Chuanting, who was born in Wei Town, had many people in his family who practiced martial arts and were officials. They had been trained since childhood. If he practiced for a few years, he might actually be able to do it.
"So I don't count on anyone, I have to rely on myself." Feng Ziying knew that it would be hard for people to believe what he said. Zheng Chongjian and Wang Yingxiong both took it as a joke, but for now, he is increasingly aware that, I am afraid that in September and October, Yongping Mansion may face a very bad and dangerous situation. When the main forces of Ji Town are concentrated to defend Shuntian Mansion, I am afraid that not many people will pay attention to the life and death of Yongping Mansion and its officials and people. Otherwise, he would either run away in advance, or he might die in the battle.
Of course Feng Ziying is not willing to accept this outcome, whether it is to escape or to attack the stone with an egg, so how about placing hope on the prosperity of the people?
Of course, Feng Ziying is not an iron-headed child. She knows that she can't do anything but still wants to die. However, she works hard to do something in Yongping Mansion, but because the Chahar people are coming to loot and plunder, she doesn't even dare to see him, so she gives up. Yeah, that's not his style.
At least give it a try and give it a try.
The Chahar people have not invaded the south on such a large scale for many years. If such a large-scale invasion was the Jianzhou Jurchens led by Nurhaci, Feng Ziying would leave without saying a word.
In a battle with the Jianzhou Jurchens, who had experienced hundreds of battles in the past twenty years, three thousand people were not enough to fill the gaps in their teeth.
But if you train properly, can you compete with the Chahar people and the internal and external Khalkha tribes? Of course, you have to choose a match location that suits you. Feng Ziying thinks you can give it a try.
In a word, there are countless darling wives and beautiful concubines at home, and the wonderful life has just begun. Feng Ziying has no interest in taking risks and seeking death. He only fights this battle when he thinks he is very sure. If the risk is too great, he will not Will take risks.
As for the cost of thousands of people and gunfire, it was relatively simple for Feng Ziying. When the Mongols invaded south, instead of being slaughtered and plundered like lambs, it was better to fight to the death. As for the thousands of fireguns, he had done this before A lot, isn’t it just to prepare for making a name for yourself?
Being good at writing and martial arts, being a general and a prime minister, this is the persona Feng Ziying established for herself, in order to leave this deep impression in the minds of Emperor Yonglong and the court officials.
The military meeting broke up, but Feng Ziying was retained by Chai Ke.
Feng Ziying knew that Chai Ke had always had a very good impression of her. Everyone in the Ningxia rebellion went on an expedition together, and she had left a very deep impression on him. Therefore, compared to Zhang Jingqiu, Sun Chengzong, and Yuan Keli, veterans of the Ministry of War, Chai Ke was more emotional in love. Even though Yang Sichang, Chai Ke's Huguang fellow, has begun to rise to prominence, Chai Ke still trusts Feng Ziying more.
“Chai Gong.”
Feng Ziying's name for Chai Ke is also a bit confusing. In the presence of other people, he usually calls Master Chai, but when they are alone, he calls him Chai Gong or Zishu Gong. In fact, Chai Ke has just turned fifty.
"Sit down, Ziying. I feel that you have some reservations about the military discussion. Now that it's just you and me, we can talk about it openly, right?" Chai Ke waved his hand casually. He appreciated Feng Ziying's unfazed manner. Mixing the bravery and bravery of a warrior with the ease and ease of a scholar, this temperament makes people feel very comfortable and at ease.
"actually…"
"Okay, don't say the polite words. You know my temperament. If you don't want to say it, I won't force it." Chai Ke looked tired.
As the left minister of the Ministry of War, he needs to take charge of military affairs throughout the entire Zhou Dynasty. For example, the three towns of Xuan and Liao in Jiliao are now facing attacks from the Mongols and Jurchens. Huguang and Sichuan may be affected by the Bozhou Rebellion, and the Ministry of War only has so many available weapons. Soldiers, and the money in Hubu's treasury is also limited. Once a war breaks out, how to deal with it? This is a strategy that needs to be coordinated.
"Okay, Mr. Chai, let me tell you some of my own opinions. They may not be correct. They are for your reference only." Feng Ziying nodded, "First, be sure to pay attention to the dangers of the White Lotus Sect. I'm worried that trouble will happen. Maybe it's okay normally. , but if something goes wrong at a critical moment of the war between the two sides, it may be an uncontrollable situation."
Chai Ke didn't expect that Feng Ziying's first sentence was to talk about the White Lotus Sect. This made him ponder. The other party was not a talkative or alarmist person, but Feng Ziying would say that if he talked to him alone now, he couldn't help but Be alert.
"I've made a note of it, and I will report it to the chief minister and the two elders Li Ge." Chai Ke nodded solemnly.
“Second, don’t underestimate the situation in the southwest. You must plan and implement the deployment as soon as possible. If you feel that the troops are insufficient, you may as well shrink the three sides. Well, I think it is worthwhile to abandon Hami and Shazhou. Move the three frontier troops southward as soon as possible,...”
Feng Ziying’s second sentence shocked Chai Ke and found it difficult to accept.
The recovery of Hami and Shazhou was his credit, and Feng Ziying also had a share of the credit. It was also the emperor's most proud thing, the restoration of the soil. Unexpectedly, the other party was so decisive in asking to give up, which shows how unfavorable he was about the situation in the southwest.
(End of this chapter)