Chapter 12 Military Discussion

Zhu Qizhen smiled softly and stretched out his hand to smooth out the fingerprints on the question book.

It's not that Zhu Qizhen has calmed down, but he knows that people in the palace talk a lot, and unless it's a private space, it's best not to let your emotions leak out. Although there is no one in Wuying Hall now, there are guards outside the gate.

Many of these guards came from noble families.

While Zhu Qizhen was calming down, he asked someone to make a pot of tea, sipping it gently, and thought to himself: "What should I do?"

Any emotional expression will not help solve the problem.

Zhu Qizhen calmed down and had to admit a simple truth.

That is, as emperor and courtier, no matter how powerful these generals are, they belong to Emperor Taizong, not Zhu Qizhen. It is impossible for Zhu Qizhen to trust them absolutely.

But Zhu Qizhen also had to admit one thing, that is, the characteristics of Jingnan nobles and the country were the foundation of imperial power, and their loyalty to the Ming Dynasty was beyond doubt.

However, facing the reality that the combat effectiveness of the Ming Dynasty's army has been declining, it is impossible for Zhu Qizhen to leave the military to them as their own territory.

But what to do?

Call this matter back.

Zhu Qizhen immediately denied it.

The reason is very simple. Nowadays, Jingnan Xungui is still one of the pillars of the imperial court. Whether Zhu Qizhen is satisfied or dissatisfied, he must accept this reality.

There is a gap between Zhu Qizhen and Jingnan Xungui, which is detrimental to the overall situation of the court.

Just considering the upcoming war, even if he takes action and takes down one of the generals, everything will be fine?

No, Zhu Qizhen suspected that this was just the beginning.

Even because of the events of this year, internal strife intensified during the conquest of Wuliangha.

You must know that the political ecology of the military is different from that of the civilian government. Lan Yu had drawn swords with Feng Sheng at the beginning. He even wanted to have a fight.

Although today is not the same as before, it is still a trivial matter to kill a few people while fighting outside.

Even if it didn't reach this point, the internal friction between each other made the war lose by one point before it even started.

But if nothing is done, Zhu Qizhen's idea of ​​promoting a group of cronies to power and then promoting military law reform will never be achieved.

Zhu Qizhen gently turned the tea cup and thought silently. Suddenly he thought of Yang Pu and thought to himself: "What should Yang Pu do if he faces this situation?"

Then Zhu Qizhen thought of Yu Qian.

At the beginning, Zhu Qizhen still didn't understand Yang Pu's methods towards Qian. Later, Yang Shiqi's words made Zhu Qizhen slowly figure out Yang Pu's methods.

He had done several reviews, but after much deliberation, he felt that this was an outright conspiracy. Even if Zhu Qizhen knew about it, he would not refuse it.

Because this is good for Ming Dynasty and good for the court.

Zhu Qizhen sighed and said: "Seeing him building a tall building, watching him entertaining guests, watching his building collapse." Each word became lower and lower, almost silent.

There were some things he didn't want to do, but now he thought it was the best way.

Zhu Qizhen was destined not to want or be unwilling to take such a special thing as military power. He would not seize power in such a big way that it would be like the Lianghuai Salt Case and set off a major case.

This is not good for the country. It is not good for Zhu Qizhen's control of the world.

But now Zhang Fu's actions gave Zhu Qizhen a feeling that it was no longer possible for him to quietly seize military power.

So since Honorable Jingnan wants to control the military, he must assume this responsibility. Since you love meritorious service so much, Zhu Qizhen is ready to give them the leadership in the future battle with Wasi.

If they are really capable, let them hang high like Zhang Fu.

Why did Emperor Xuanzong take Zhang Fu out of the Fifth Army Governor's Office and put him in the cabinet as an advisor? He definitely didn't want Zhang Fu to be a cabinet minister.

If they really wanted to defeat Wa Ci, Zhu Qizhen would naturally dare to confer seven or eight princes, all of whom would be assigned to the Governor's Mansion of the Fifth Army, and replace the chief soldiers of the Jiubian Army Town with the next generation.

Take your time. Anyway, Zhu Qizhen knows that time is on his side. The second generation of Jingnan is already older. The ability of the third generation is far behind that of the second generation.

Anyway, what Zhu Qizhen cares about is defeating Wasi. He actually doesn't care who does this.

Zhu Qizhen also knew that this ideal state was unlikely. If they were really capable, they would not let the Ming Dynasty's military power deteriorate.

Thinking about it in Zhu Qizhen, it is more likely that during the long-term war with Wasi, there were winners and losers. Naturally, a group of people were eliminated. A group of people grew up in the flames of war.

In such a battle, it is simply impossible for Jingnan Xungui to control all positions.

But Zhu Qizhen also had a shadow in his heart, secretly thinking: "What if we lose?"

After all, there are lessons learned from Tumu Fortress.

Later generations of Zhu Qizhen thought that the Tumu Fort incident was caused by the random command of Yingzong at that time, but now it is increasingly clear that this was just a general outbreak of the Ming Dynasty's military strength, border defense, and other problems.

It is impossible to blame Yingzong alone.

What if such a defeat happens again?

Zhu Qizhen thought about it over and over. But he had to admit that if he forcibly intervened in the military, his chances of winning would be even lower. Because Jingnan Xungui had such a deep foundation in the military, Zhu Qizhen didn't want to and couldn't clean it up.

Maybe when Wa Ci attacked, Jingnan Xungui was as inextricable as he was in the fight. Zhu Qizhen recalled some details of the Tumubao Incident in his memory.

I feel more and more that Yingzong and Jing Nanxun at that time

Expensive does not necessarily mean there are no contradictions.

Why did Yingzong want a victory in the Northern Expedition?

The order of doing things is important.

At this moment, Zhu Qizhen suddenly wanted to defeat the Ming army. A small defeat gave him an entry point. He laughed in his heart and said to himself: "I seem to be a first-rate fool, hoping for my own army."

Lose the battle."

It's just that things are so ridiculous sometimes.

While Zhu Qizhen was calming down, he steadily wrote four words on Zhang Fu's memorial: "Convoke the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion, the Cabinet, and the Six Imperial Army Front Army for a meeting."

During the military meeting at Wuying Hall, Zhu Qizhen did not speak much during the whole process.

Zhang Fu first put forward his own opinions, and then Cao Yi also supported the plan to establish the Haixi Dusi. This plan received Zhou Chen's support.

Zhou Chen's support stemmed from Li Shimian's persuasion, and Li Shimian's support stemmed from his support for maritime defense. After the Ningbo Japanese Incident, Ningbo Customs revenue was greatly affected and plummeted.

As the supervisor, Li Shimian naturally understood the importance of the Ming Dynasty having a maritime fleet, and this transportation line passed through the Tsushima Strait, which was also a hot spot for Japanese pirates.

Naturally, increasing maritime power is indispensable, which is consistent with Li Shimian's interests.

Everyone knew that Cao Yi was recalled by the emperor from Liaodong, which meant that he had personal experience. Therefore, Cao Yi's opinions were combined with Zhang Fu's to arrive at the best plan for sending troops.

Duke Cheng Guo left Xuanfu, Xing'an Bo left Datong, and Wu Jinbo left Liaodong. All three groups came out to encircle and suppress Wu Liangha. The key to this battle was not how to fight, but how to find Wu Liangha's main force.

So this is the reason why multiple channels are sent simultaneously to expand the search area.

As for the arrangements for generals at all levels, Zhu Qizhen did not interfere. If you think about it, you will know that Zhang Fu did not arrange anyone promoted by Zhu Qizhen at the top. What arrangements can be made for the generals at all levels below?

As for Cao Yi, he also sent troops, but he gathered Jianzhou Jurchen, Haixi Jurchen and other Jurchen tribes, and then led them to the west to attack Wuliangha.

It doesn't matter whether we can defeat Wu Liangha, what's important is to integrate the Jurchens and use them for the Ming Dynasty.

And Yi Shiha took more than 10,000 people to the Shuangchengwei area to find a place near the sea and build a city. The chief maritime officer must transport the first batch of 100,000 shi of grain to the newly built seaside after the ice age next year.

Here in Xiwei.

The imperial court allowed Yi Shiha to borrow grain from North Korea in a time of urgency.

This specific method was discussed by the six cabinet ministries and the five military governors' offices. Zhu Qizhen could not find anything wrong with it, so Zhu Qizhen made the most important speech of the meeting and said: "Accurate."

From beginning to end, Zhu Qizhen was just a decision-maker. He would not easily get involved in fights between ministers.
Chapter completed!