Ming Empire

Chapter 74 Unexpected
In the courtyard of the general army of Datong, Wang Chengen was having a private chat with Cao Yue.

"Cao Zongbing, Long Live Lord praised your bravery after receiving the news of Datong's victory. This time, Jiannu came in the severe winter. No one expected it, and there was no news from Liaodong Hongdu. If it weren't for you Jiannu was severely injured under the city of Datong, Jiannu will not come and go in a hurry, maybe Beijing will also encounter disaster, Long Live God once promised that he will definitely give you a big reward!"

"Thank you, Wang Gonggong." Cao Yue could understand the meaning of Wang Chengen's words. It seemed that Emperor Chongzhen did not intend to criticize him. "I am very grateful, Wang Gonggong, for setting a good word for Cao in front of His Majesty."

"Hey, the miscellaneous family didn't say anything. They just told the truth. Mr. Cao's soldiers have made great achievements in amnesty. Looking at me in the world, there is really no one can compare with it. The miscellaneous family is also very amazed. Without you, Songshan No one can predict what the final outcome of the war will be. This time Jiannu sent out a surprise army to march south, maybe there will be chaos in the north. Jiannu is good at using troops in ice and snow, and our Ming Dynasty officers and troops will be trapped in the severe cold. Hehe, Cao Zongbing is really my Ming Dynasty Your Majesty often sighs, fortunately, there are some powerful generals from your Cao family, otherwise it would be difficult to stop Jiannu's offensive."

Speaking of this, Wang Chengen showed a mysterious look, approached Cao Yue, and said in a low voice: "Mr. I also blame you, he has to investigate this matter carefully. Miscellaneous believes that the results of the investigation will be released soon, and you will be innocent!"

Wang Chengen's words immediately made Cao Yue feel relieved, and it seemed that he would be fine.But Cao Yue also knew that when Wang Chengen said such words so clearly, there must be a deeper meaning, and it was certain that Wang Chengen wanted to benefit.

But Cao Yue couldn't figure out why Emperor Chongzhen secretly asked Wang Chengen to reveal the bottom line.

But soon Cao Yue understood a little bit, and only heard Wang Chengen continue to say: "Cao Zongbing, Your Majesty has praised you repeatedly, saying that you are a hero among young people, and you will surely become the top general of Ming Dynasty in the future. But I appreciate you."

Hearing that Wang Chengen once again used the words of Emperor Chongzhen to praise him, Cao Yue had no choice but to express his humility again and again.

"Zongbing Cao is probably still unmarried, right? Is there a matchmaker in your family?"

Seeing that Wang Chengen asked about private matters, Cao Yue did not hide anything, and replied honestly: "My lord, Cao is still young, and he doesn't want to marry and start a family so early. The world is not peaceful now, and the establishment of slaves is very powerful, threatening me at the Ming border. , The rogues are rampant, Cao wants to expel the Tartars with his own blood, eliminate the rogues, and return the world to the people. I dare to stand shoulder to shoulder with Huo Piaoyao, but I am willing to follow his example and lead the army until all the barbarians are wiped out, and then I will consider marriage after pacifying the bandits!"

"Good!" Wang Chengen couldn't help but applaud and praised, "Cao Zongbing has this ambition, and the miscellaneous people admire him very much. Cao Zongbing has made so many military exploits at a young age. He is really Huo Piaoyao of Ming Dynasty. In the future, Cao Zongbing's military exploits will definitely overwhelm Huo Piaoyao. Today's miscellaneous families are not hiding the truth, His Majesty intends to make the eldest princess Kunxing Xu Cao Zongbing as his wife, but Princess Kunxing has not yet arrived and needs to wait another year .”

Wang Chengen had probably revealed this news last time, and Cao Yue was not too surprised to hear him say this again today.The difference from the last time is that this time he has understood the meaning of Wang Chengen's words, that is, Emperor Chongzhen really wanted him to be a son-in-law. Perhaps this is the way Emperor Chongzhen used to win over. Cao Yue understood that Wang Chengen confessed to him today Meaning.

Immediately before his eyes, Aimee Zhu's pretty and lovely appearance, as well as the embarrassing things that happened between the two of them.To be honest, he seemed to fall in love with Aimee Zhu at first sight, but because of his status, he didn't dare to think too much about it.Now it seems that it is really possible to marry that little beauty into the family, Cao Yue has an indescribable joy in his heart.

It's just that Cao Yue also knew that the son-in-law in the Ming Dynasty was actually a respected status, but he had no real power, and he couldn't even take those official posts with real posts, so he could only hold some false posts.That is to say, when he became the captain-in-law, he couldn't lead the army as the commander-in-chief or other capacities, and do bigger things like he is now.

Wang Chengen seemed to see Cao Yue's hesitation, and immediately explained: "General Cao, the consort and captain have not been able to actually do things for the court, but now is an extraordinary time, the world is in chaos, and Ming Dynasty is at stake. It is said that even if Cao Zongbing became the captain-in-law, he can still lead the army and fight for the country. Long live God said, when Princess Kunxing comes of age, the imperial court will announce your marriage and will let you be the admiral of the capital. I believe this is something your majesty, the princess and you would like to see, isn't it?"

Wang Chengen's words dispelled the last bit of doubt in Cao Yue's heart.Being able to marry a beautiful and beautiful princess, and continue to lead the army, and even admiral the Beijing camp, can be said to be the best of both worlds.The Jingying can be said to be the emperor's most important force in the Ming army. Although the current combat effectiveness is not very good, and it may be a group of mobs, the status of the admiral of the Jingying is far higher than that of the general officer of Datong.If he can master the Beijing camp, his status in the Ming army will definitely be further improved, and Cao Yue is naturally moved.

He also got up immediately, thanked Wang Cheng'en, and said that he was very grateful for the emperor's favor, and he was willing to accept the emperor's gift of marriage, and also hoped that after becoming the captain's son-in-law, he could continue to fight for the country and make more military exploits.

But what Cao Yue didn't know was that this was a method proposed by Wang Chengen to Emperor Chongzhen to deal with him.

Now Aimee Zhu is still underage and not ready to marry yet, so Cao Yue will continue to train soldiers in Datong. Next year, Auntie Zhu will be well trained and Auntie Zhu will be old enough to marry. Then the imperial court decrees to transfer Cao Yue Let's go, entrust him with the post of admiral of the Beijing camp, and the Datong army will change commanders. This army trained by Cao Yue will also become an army under the name of others.

This is Wang Chengen's strategy of picking peaches, no one can find any problems, and he believes that Cao Yue will not resist.

Although the admiral Jingying said that his position was higher than that of the Datong General Soldier, this was not the case in reality.The affairs of the Beijing camp are very complicated, and many forces are mixed in. The admiral of the Beijing camp cannot have the final say. Even an army of thousands of people may not be able to command the movement. The real power is actually not as good as A town commander.

Seeing that Cao Yue was in the trap, Wang Chengen was relieved, and encouraged Cao Yue a few more words, telling him not to worry about anything, he will handle this investigation well, and the imperial court's reward for the victory of the Datong War Coming soon.

In order to express his gratitude, Cao Yue expressed his gratitude to Wang Chengen generously with a large sum of money, but Wang Chengen just accepted it politely.

(End of this chapter)