East Factory Governor

Chapter 737
For a tough battle that is destined to be impossible to be easy, it is definitely not enough to rely solely on the martial arts coalition forces. At this time, the Guan Ning Army is particularly important.

From Qin Shuhuai's point of view, he can indeed succeed Yuan Chonghuan in charge of the Guan Ning Army, and there will be no major obstacles in the process.

But the problem is that Yuan Chonghuan has his unique advantages in the Guanning Army.

He understands the various departments of the Guanning Army better than anyone else, and he also understands the situation of Liaodong and the Tartars better than anyone else. It would be a pity if he was thrown aside in this battle.

The most important thing is that Yuan Chonghuan may not be able to do anything else, but his skill in defending the city is first-rate.The two victories of Ning Yuan and Ning Jin are enough to prove this point.

Although Yuan Chonghuan is a well-known big talker, and he is a bit narrow-minded in his self-willedness, he has to admit that during his guarding in Liaodong, Liaodong was indeed as stable as Mount Tai.

Qin Shuhuai pondered for a while, and said, "Your Majesty, there is indeed an unshirkable responsibility for the mutiny of General Yuan, but having said that, he is the most familiar with the situation in Liaodong, and I think he should continue to guard the Jinning line of defense and defend the rear for the army. It's more appropriate."

Chongzhen immediately said, "Brother Qin, you have to think about it. Yuan Chonghuan is a conceited person. If he goes to guard Jinning, then after you lead the army to the north, Jinning's military mobilization may not be at your disposal. "

It has to be said that Chongzhen already had an opinion on Yuan Chonghuan at this time.As for when this view was formed, it is impossible to test, but it probably started when Yuan Chonghuan killed Mao Wenlong.

When Yuan Chonghuan killed Mao Wenlong, it was not Chongzhen's will at all, but Chongzhen chose to pinch his nose and admit it for the long-term plan of Liaodong.

But admitting it doesn't mean he doesn't hate in his heart, so after the changes in history, Chongzhen counted new and old hatreds together and killed Yuan Chonghuan.

In this time and space, the change of Jisi did not cause too serious consequences, so Yuan Chonghuan would naturally not die, but Chongzhen's opinion of him still exists.

As for whether this view is correct, whether it belongs to "prejudice", Qin Shuhuai is not easy to make a conclusion - after all, no one knows what Yuan Chonghuan was in history.

But what he knew was that Yuan Chonghuan was able to defend the city and was good at running the army, and now that Ming was completely superior in strength, it was absolutely unnecessary and impossible for him to collude with Houjin.

The most important thing is that now his prestige is much higher than Yuan Chonghuan's. If Yuan doesn't obey the military order, he has a lot of ways to take over Yuan Chonghuan's command - Qin Shuhuai doesn't believe that there are generals in Guan Ning's army who dare to oppose him!

So he said, "Your Majesty, you can rest assured. I think that General Yuan is a person who understands the overall situation, and he will never obstruct the army at this critical juncture. In other words, if he dares to do this, I have a way to make him do it." not."

Chongzhen nodded, "Since Brother Qin said so, I'm relieved. How about this, I will only fine Yuan Chonghuan with three years' salary and retain him as the governor of Jiliao, but Brother Qin will be promoted to Liaodong Economic Strategy and Governor Jiliao Baoding You are one level older than him in terms of military affairs and rations, so that if there is any change, you can deal with it calmly."

Qin Shuhuai smiled slightly, and saluted as usual, "I thank the emperor for his kindness!"

Chongzhen helped Qin Shuhuai up, held his hand and said, "Brother Qin, this is a crucial battle for our two brothers to make a fortune. If you want any support, just ask me, and I will definitely support it with all my strength!"

……

Coming out of the imperial study, Qin Shuhuai went straight back to the Duke's mansion.

Zu Dashou had good luck today, he wanted to go back home, but he happened to meet the sedan chair of the Duke.

He hurriedly stepped forward and bowed, "Last General Zu's birthday, pay homage to the Duke!"

Qin Shuhuai opened the sedan chair curtain, and said to Zu Dashou, "So it's General Zu, why don't you just sit in the mansion and blow the cold wind here? Could it be that the butler doesn't understand etiquette?"

Zu Dashou hurriedly said, "No, no, it's true that the last general is guilty of a crime, and he dare not enter the mansion to disturb him. It's definitely not because of the housekeeper. Grand Duke, the last general..."

Qin Shuhuai interrupted, "It's cold, General Zu, let's go into the room and talk."

When Zu Dashou heard this, he felt a little relieved, and the Duke of the State even let him into the house, which meant that this matter could be resolved.

He hurriedly greeted Qin Shuhuai off the sedan chair, and followed him into the Duke's Mansion.

When he came to the living room, Zu Dashou knelt down and pleaded guilty to Qin Shuhuai.

Qin Shuhuai said, "This rebellion against the ancestor general is indeed a crime of lax military governance. Military orders and state laws are in front, and I have nothing to do. As for how to judge, it should be determined by the Ministry of War. It may be useless for the general to come to me."

Zu Dashou hurriedly said, "My lord, for the sake of the fact that the general has followed the lord several times, please help the general this time! The general does not seek innocence, even if the court withdraws the general." And absolutely no complaints. The last general only wants to be an old soldier, and go to the Northern Expedition together with the army! The last general is willing to die in battle in order to repay the court and the great favor of the Duke!"

Of course Zu Dashou knew that he couldn't get away without guilt, but the countermeasure he thought of was to let Qin Shuhuai lead him to the Northern Expedition and make meritorious service to atone for his crime.

For him, this is the only way to make a comeback.

He knew very well that as long as the Duke of the State could lead him to the Northern Expedition, he would most likely be able to make meritorious service - the Northern Expedition had a very high winning rate, and the whole army thought so.

In fact, Qin Shuhuai had already figured out how to deal with Zu Dashou.

Let this guy go to the Northern Expedition together?no need.Because the Northern Expedition did not lack good generals.

But this guy has another use, and that is to put it next to Yuan Chonghuan. If Yuan Chonghuan really disregards the overall situation for his own selfishness, then Zu Dashou's prestige can completely replace him.

Even, Zu Dashou could have Yuan Chonghuan killed.

Can Zu Dashou do it?
certainly!He is notoriously a fool, and his ability to judge the situation is better than anyone else. If Yuan Chonghuan dared to disobey the military order, as long as Qin Shuhuai sent a secret letter, he would dare to kill Yuan Chonghuan, and then use his qualifications to stabilize the Guanning Army.

In history, he killed He Kegang in order to survive.

Qin Shuhuai sighed, and said, "General Zu, with the current situation, you may not be able to go to the Northern Expedition. But I cherish your talent. After the Ministry of War punishes you, I will help you see Where to go."

Zu Dashou was overjoyed, since Qin Shuhuai had made a promise, then he would be able to handle it.

No matter what the destination is, the destination that the Duke of the country helped find must not be just a pawn!
He hurriedly thanked him, "Thank you, Lord Guo, for your generous rescue. This great kindness and great virtue will not be repaid by the last general! Please accept the last general's bow!"

Qin Shuhuai said meaningfully, "General Zu doesn't have to be like this, as long as he doesn't let down the good intentions of the imperial court and me."

Zu Dashou is even more happy!
What do you mean by not letting down the kindness of the Duke of the Kingdom?
This is the Duke of the country trying to win him over!Grandpa Guo is clearly saying, I will treat you as my own from now on if I pull you, don't let me down!
What is this concept?This means that he will be the Duke's man from now on!With the Duke of the country covering her, what will her future look like?

A simple sentence, caring people can hear different flavors.

He was overjoyed, and hurriedly bowed again, and said, "The last general is willing to do his best for the Duke, until he dies!"

……

A few days later, the imperial court punished Zu Dashou. Zu Dashou was punished for the crime of lax military governance.

And Yuan Chonghuan's punishment was also down, and he was also fined for three years, but he was still appointed as the governor of Jiliao, and he was transferred to the front line of Jinzhou to prepare for the Northern Expedition.

Zu Dashou and Yuan Chonghuan were very happy, thinking that they had survived the incident without any risk.

Qin Shuhuai was even happier. Yuan Chonghuan was stationed in Jinning, which made him feel safe in the rear, and Yuan Chonghuan was in Jinzhou City, which was controlled by Zu Dashou. As long as he dared to be self-willed and refused to obey the military orders, Zu Dashou could take him down immediately.

In order to make good use of Yuan Chonghuan, a very controversial general in history, Qin Shuhuai did his best.

There is no way, this is a battle to determine the fate of the country!

(End of this chapter)