prosperous age

Chapter 380 Chapter 379 Chen Ju's Reminder

Chen Ju encountered the greatest crisis in his life, and if he failed, he was directly sentenced to death by Emperor Jiajing in a joke.

Of course he was not reconciled, it was better to live than to die, not to mention he didn't want to die now.

Earlier, his godfather wanted to save him, but he didn't say it out. He knew what was going on, although he didn't see it with his own eyes.

In the hall, the only one who can make godfather dare not continue to speak is the emperor.

Although Emperor Jiajing seemed to be joking, Junwu joked, it was not just to the courtiers.

His brain was running fast, and Chen Ju finally thought of something to say to make the emperor happy first, so that he could pass this hurdle first.

"My lord, the servant said that there will be news from Datong in three to five days, mainly because I saw the victory report saying that in our army outside the pass, but besides General Liu, the commander-in-chief of Datong, there is also Yu Dayou.

The servant also knew that this person was the Chief Military Officer of Zhejiang Province, and anyone who could be the Chief Military Officer should be very capable of fighting.

We have two generals leading the army, so the slave thinks that we should be able to win. "

Chen Ju didn't know if he would be able to pass the current hurdle with such a response, but he could only go all out and gamble.

"According to what you mean, if I send a few more commanders to the important towns on the nine borders, we will win the war with the Tartars. In the past, we often lost only because we sent fewer commanders. ?”

After hearing Chen Ju's explanation, Emperor Jiajing smiled and said in the same tone as before.

Perhaps the current Emperor Jiajing is really bearish. Datong's victory or defeat has been determined, and it is useless to entangle.

When Emperor Jiajing said this, it might have been just unintentional words, but it was another interpretation in Chen Ju's ears, as if he had said the wrong thing again.

Although the selection of generals in the border towns was a matter for the Ministry of War, and the Ministry of War usually reported the candidates, but in the end it was the emperor's decision.

What I said just now, after thinking about it, seems to have the meaning of saying that the general was not chosen properly.

Well, Chen Ju didn't dare to speak anymore, he still kowtowed like garlic, feeling that he kowtowed more today than in the past month.

"Let's be honest, is Datong losing or winning?"

Looking at Chen Ju who only knew how to kowtow, Emperor Jiajing had no interest in continuing to play.

In fact, when he asked that question, Emperor Jiajing himself knew that it was impossible to win, so he didn't think much about it when he asked casually.

And the person who answered, as long as he finds a reason to fool him, Emperor Jiajing will not pursue anything.

In fact, he just wanted to find a psychological comfort. Before the news of Datong's defeat came, shouldn't the emperor be allowed to have a little fantasy?

Now the emperor's question, Chen Ju bowed his head while thinking about how to answer.

Those words before seemed like a joke, but now these words are a bit serious.

What can be referred to is Wei Guangde's previous judgment, but it seems that the situation has changed now.

What did Wei Guangde say at that time?
Liu Han went out to fight, lost, and Li Wenjin was still in Datong. As long as he followed Yu Dayou's advice and defended Datong, he should be able to succeed.

But today's good news shows that Yu Dayou is not in Datong, but followed Liu Han to fight for the city.

The essence of Wei Guangde's words at that time was that the Ming army could not defeat the Tartar cavalry on the grassland, but they could defend and delay time when they returned to the side wall.

As long as the time is delayed, although all the battles are lost, it will not make the situation worse.

By the way, delaying time.

Thinking of this, Chen Ju learned without a teacher, and figured out a very important key to this battle, which seemed to be missed before.

"Your Majesty, I have heard those ministers say that the current situation in Datong is very critical, even the entire Nine Borders town is very dangerous, but I still feel that the situation is not as bad as they imagined."

Chen Ju stopped and kowtowed at this time, but his head was still buried very low.

"If you have any opinions, you might as well speak out and listen."

Hearing what Chen Ju said, Emperor Jiajing became a little interested. Hearing what he meant, it seemed that everyone had missed a very important thing.

"My lord, these years, our Ministry has always been on the offensive against me, while most of my border towns are on the defensive. Although the frontier army's combat strength is weak, the offense is insufficient but the defense is sufficient.

As long as the Datong army can focus on defense, withstand the initial attack of the Alda Department, and delay for a few days, the soldiers and horses of the two towns of Ningxia and Yansui will still sweep the Hetao area and return safely.

At this time, even if the Datong Army suffered heavy losses, the situation would not collapse to the extent that the courtiers were worried about. "

Chen Ju knelt there, although he didn't say any great truth, but what he said was also very constructive.

defense.

Delay the time.

When Emperor Jiajing was still silent, Chen Ju said again: "In the hall, Yang Shangshu also said that Liu Han is good at guarding, and I think the Datong army will not be defeated by the Tartars, so it will end in a disastrous defeat, so...'

"well said."

Before Chen Ju finished speaking, he was interrupted by Emperor Jiajing. Before that, Emperor Jiajing was really influenced by the thinking of the courtiers. He thought that the Datong Army was really vulnerable, and he was really troubled for several days.

But now hearing Chen Ju's words, I feel a little enlightened.

Of course, he won't say this.

But it is also true that 8000 people, as long as it does not collapse, is enough for the Tartars to fight for a while.

And what did the Ming army want?
time.

What I was worried about at the beginning was that the soldiers and horses of the second town of Yansui and Ningxia encountered a surprise cavalry raid by our cavalry in Hetao. As long as Datong dragged on for a few days, the soldiers and horses of the second town would withdraw to the pass, and the critical situation would be alleviated for the most part.

At this time, Emperor Jiajing found a reason to relieve tension, and he was in a good mood.

"Sure enough, Datong is really as you said, and it should be rewarded."

After saying this, Emperor Jiajing turned and walked back to the throne.

The tense atmosphere was resolved by Chen Ju's unconstrained ideas, which made everyone in the hall breathe a sigh of relief.

At this time, Emperor Jiajing also felt a little sleepy.

Glancing at the five-wheeled hourglass next to it, it was already midnight, then he waved his hand and said, "Go down and rest, I'm tired."

When the city of Beijing fell into a deep sleep, there were piles of bonfires burning everywhere in Shahubao on the right side of Datong in the west, and many soldiers were sitting around roasting lamb legs while drinking and laughing.

In the large courtyard in the center of Fort Shahu, countless torches were also lit, and countless candles were lit in the mansion.

The mansion was full of people, and many people gathered here, not for meetings, but for drinking.

There are three table tables at the top of the mansion. From left to right sit Liu Han, Li Wenjin, and Yu Dayou, and below them are the generals who are going out this time.

After repelling the pursuers of the Alta tribe in Anyinbao, after a night's rest, after confirming that the Tartars had withdrawn from the tens of miles of land at night, they immediately left the camp and returned to the south.

Eight thousand troops guarded the looted goods and returned to Shahu Fort as quickly as possible, that is, they arrived here at noon today.

Hearing that Liu Han and Yu Dayou had returned with their troops, Li Wenjin took the Datong right guard and the commander of Yulin guard who had been urgently summoned two days ago and went out of the fort ten miles to meet them.

To be honest, Li Wenjin had a strong sense of unreality when he got the battle report from the front line, it was amazing, it was a miracle.

Eight thousand Ming troops fought against more than ten thousand Tartars, and they were able to win the battle without relying on a fortified city. This was absolutely beyond everyone's expectations.

After he returned to Shahu Fort, he immediately sent people to summon the surrounding guards and military forts, and prepared to assemble the team to go out of the city to rescue the Ming army. It has been taken away by the commander-in-chief, and it is really difficult to mobilize more troops in a short time.

Well, now the Ming army has won a big victory on the grassland, and we will deal with these army leaders when Liu Han comes back.

Although the governor can command the three armies, in fact the military and government are separated. He can actually mobilize the general soldiers of Datong, and some powerful general soldiers may not necessarily buy the governor's account. They are more controlled by the governor.

In fact, this also shows that Liu Han, the general of Datong, has a poor background, so he is not willing to offend him, a civil official.

At the banquet, Liu Han asked Yu Dayou to briefly introduce the process of the battle. Although nearly half of the generals in the room participated in the Battle of Anyinbao and knew the details, there were still many generals guarding the border fort. Li Wenjin summoned him, so he didn't understand the situation.

The army should not drink alcohol, but today is considered a victory for the army, so it is meaningless from top to bottom, and even the wine was ordered by the governor Li Wenjin to find someone to supervise it.

After drinking and eating, the banquet ended, but Li Wenjin did not let Liu Han and Yu Dayou go back to rest.

Previously, Yu Dayou's narration was very simple, and most of the process was described briefly. Now he wants to ask more questions in his heart.

After fully understanding the battle situation, Li Wenjin said to Liu Han: "General Liu, what do you think of the Bingche Battalion?"

"It's useful, it's very powerful, to tell you the truth, Lord Li, I'm planning to follow suit and form a battalion of military vehicles. After the training is completed, I will pull it out to practice. At that time, I will ask the governor to help me say more good things in the military equipment road." .”

The commander-in-chief was supposed to be responsible for all military affairs in the area under his jurisdiction, but the logistics were controlled by civilian officials. This is the way of military preparation.

Building a one-wheeled chariot and using those firearms all require the cooperation of the soldiers on the road.

"There are not many firearms in the warehouse of Bingbei Road. This time, let's discuss how to write the victory report, and ask Chaozhong for more firearms." Li Wenjin said after a moment of silence.

Thinking about it, Li Wenjin walked away with hundreds of Franco cannons and thousands of bird guns, and there may not be many left in the warehouse of the military equipment.

At this time, Yu Dayou took out a booklet from his arms and handed it to Li Wenjin with both hands, saying, "Master Li, this is the credit book written by the humble official for this attack on Bansheng City. Please verify it."

"Ah."

Li Wenjin nodded, took the brochure handed over by Yu Dayou and just glanced at it.

You don't need to guess the name on it. Those who followed him to Bansheng City must be Liu Han's people.

"It's not appropriate to separate the credit book, let's discuss it together tomorrow.

This expedition outside the Great Wall has won both battles. It is not good to favor one over the other. At that time, we will rebalance and make a unified credit book to report to the capital for rewards. "

Regarding these, Yu Dayou had no opinion.

The people on the credit book actually have little to do with him, either Liu Han's people or Li Wenjin's subordinates, as long as he doesn't get kicked out, Yu Dayou also hopes that this great contribution can ask the court to restore their family's hereditary military position.

"Let's still talk about the Bingche Battalion. Do you want to focus on it in the memorial?"

Li Wenjin continued.

"The unicycle is very adaptable. I think it can be used not only in Datong, but also in Xuanfu and other border towns. It is really promising."

Liu Han nodded and said.

"At the beginning, I consulted Mr. Liu, what about the creation of horse-riding infantry that General Yu mentioned?"

Li Wenjin spoke again.

"Master Li, there is a shortage of horses in this town, and there is still a shortage of cavalry. How can there be any extra horses to pay for the troop battalion?"

After hesitating for a while, Liu Han shook his head and said, "General Yu's proposal is very good. According to him, the horse-riding infantry was used during the suppression of the rebellion in Guangdong and Guangxi. It can greatly improve the infantry's mobility, but the horses in Guangdong and Guangxi are not suitable. Using it here, the southern terrain is not suitable for cavalry combat."

Li Wenjin just nodded after hearing this, and didn't say much more.

Think about it too, if you have horses and don't develop cavalry, is it really possible to engage in mounted infantry?

Forget it, forget about this proposal.

"Dayou, tomorrow you will also rewrite the concept of the troop battalion, and build it based on the blueprint of my standard battalion.

Thinking about this memorandum, the imperial court should attach great importance to it, and then build such a troop battalion on the Nine Sides, so the cost of building the army must be well controlled, and don't kill a good way to improve the combat power of the frontier army because of money. . "

Li Wenjin wants to promote the troop battalion with all his strength, not only because it can improve his contribution in this Anyinbao victory, but also because the main battle force is under his command, so that his name can be passed on to the court, and he may even stay in the army. In the historical records.

Shouldn't it be remembered by future generations to find a way for the Central Plains army to fight against the prairie cavalry?
Although Yu Dayou conceived the Battalion Battalion, but without his own impetus, who knows?
After Huang Jin waited on Emperor Jiajing to sleep, he went out of the palace gate, Gao Zhong and Chen Ju were still waiting outside.

"follow me."

Huang Jin walked past the two of them and said something lightly.

Soon, they walked into a small courtyard next to Yongshou Palace, and the three of them entered a room where candles had already been lit by the servant.

This is Huang Jin's resting room, and it was his idea to call Gao Zhong and Chen Ju today.

"You sit down."

Huang Jin sat down in his usual position and said to them.

However, Gao Zhong was the only one who sat down, and Chen Ju just stood behind Gao Zhong in an orderly manner.

Without exchanging pleasantries, Huang Jin went straight to the point.

"Little Chenzi's words today are quite reasonable. I remember Yang Bo said last time that Liu Han is not good at fighting, but he is still good at defending the city."

Huang Jin said at the beginning.

"Yes, I have the impression that Yang Bo said so in the hall that day."

Gao Zhong nodded in agreement.

"Thinking about it now, we were all too pessimistic at the beginning. As long as Liu Han can defend well this time, just like Xiao Chenzi said, we will win after a few days of delay."

"It is true. Yang Bo said the most pessimistic things at the beginning, and we are all influenced by him."

After Huang Jin finished speaking, Gao Zhong continued.

"If you want to talk about the news, Jin Yiwei came quickly. You go to Zhu Xizhong early tomorrow morning and let him receive the message from Datong. No matter whether it is good or bad, the prophet will tell us. These days are too sad."

Huang Jin said to Gao Zhong.

He didn't order Chen Ju to go, after all, Chen Ju's status was too low to be qualified at all.

Gao Zhong nodded slightly when he heard the words, "I'll go tomorrow morning."

(End of this chapter)