Ming Dynasty: Pick up attributes from the battlefield to create the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 119: Confer the title of [Daning Commander]! Command the Daning Border Army!

"Full of wine!"

Feng Sheng laughed loudly like a bell and waved his hand violently.

next moment.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became lively. The generals reached out and picked up the ancient and heavy wine jug on the table. They used the jug to fill the wine bowls.

The aroma of wine also spread, filling the entire hall in an instant.

"For nine months of campaigning, all the generals have worked hard and achieved great success."

"I offer a toast to all the generals!"

Feng Sheng was smiling, his eyes full of admiration and gratitude for his generals.

He held the wine glass steadily with both hands, and saluted solemnly to the generals in the hall, the corners of his robe swaying slightly with his movements.

The achievement of recovering Liaodong was not accomplished by him alone, but by the entire army.

How could Feng Sheng not be excited about earning a place in history?

"Cheers to the General!"

The uniform shouts echoed in the hall, and the sound waves rolled.

All the generals raised their wine glasses at the same time, their movements quick and decisive.

Every general had a smile on his face and stared at the wine glass in Feng Sheng's hand.

"Fuck!" Feng Sheng shouted loudly, his voice echoing between the beams and pillars of the hall.

After saying that, he tilted his head back and drank the wine in the glass in one gulp, his Adam's apple rolling up and down, showing his boldness.

"Dry!"

The generals in the hall did the same. They all raised their heads and poured the wine into their mouths. Many of them exhaled the wine happily after drinking it. Many generals had not touched alcohol for more than nine months, so they were enjoying it very much.

"All right."

"Today is a celebration banquet. Generals, please enjoy yourselves and drink to your heart's content. There is no need to be restrained!"

Feng Sheng smiled as he looked at a group of brothers fighting side by side.

As he spoke, he raised his arms and waved them vigorously, indicating that the generals in the hall could relax at will.

Followed.

"General Zhu."

Zhang Yu moved, picked up the wine glass, and walked to the side of Zhu Ying who was next to him with steady steps.

He leaned slightly to the side, with a sincere smile on his face, raised his glass to Zhu Ying, and said, "I toast to the general."

"You're welcome, General Zhang."

Zhu Ying raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a gentle smile. He also raised the wine glass steadily and raised it in response.

"Now that this war is decided, my Beiping Army should also be under the control of Beiping Prefecture."

"I should be able to travel a distance with General Zhu by then." Zhang Yu said as he narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he was imagining the scene on the way back, his face filled with anticipation.

Having not been home for such a long time, Zhang Yu naturally missed it very much.

of course.

As for peers.

The Beiping Army returned to Beiping Prefecture, so naturally they passed through Daning Prefecture.

"We can travel together then." Zhu Ying replied with a smile, his eyes full of friendliness.

Zhu Ying would naturally not refuse to make friends with Zhang Yu, a famous historical general.

Maybe in the future I can get to know Prince of Yan Zhu Di through him!
"That's right. It's a blessing to be able to discuss marching strategies and battlefield tactics with General Zhu along the way."

Zhang Yu's face was full of excitement, his eyes were shining, and he nodded repeatedly.

In the main hall!
It was a very lively scene.

Many generals gathered in groups of two or three, talking to each other.

Some generals gestured in the air with their hands to illustrate the situation on the battlefield as they spoke, while others patted each other on the shoulders and laughed.

of course.

The place where Zhu Ying was located was as lively as a market.

From time to time, generals with grateful faces would come quickly with wine glasses in hand to toast.

Some of them would excitedly hold Zhu Ying's hand when toasting, and express their gratitude to Zhu Ying for saving their lives in Tieling with sincere words. Some generals had eyes full of admiration and the desire to make friends, and wanted to establish a better relationship with Zhu Ying.

Everyone knows that Zhu Ying has a promising future and is highly regarded by the emperor and the prince.

Making friends with Zhu Ying can be considered as paving the way for the future.

However, the Huaixi generals kept their distance from Zhu Ying.

They gathered together, glancing at Zhu Ying from the corner of their eyes from time to time, talking in low voices with a hint of disdain on their faces.

For Zhu Ying, this is fine, he doesn't care about it.

The banquet continues!

Time passed quietly amid laughter and clinking glasses.

And just then!
Outside the hall, a series of neat and powerful footsteps came from far away.

"Liaodong Governor, Lord Tie Xuan has arrived!"

A loud shout suddenly rang out in the hall like a huge bell, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

Follow closely.

The palace door creaked open slowly, making a dull sound.

The cold air outside the hall was also particularly noticeable coming in.

A man in official robes, with an upright posture and extraordinary temperament, was probably in his thirties and looked quite young.

He looked calm and walked slowly into the hall with steady steps, followed by several officials.

These officials followed behind him in an orderly manner, with their heads slightly lowered, showing their utmost respect.

"Tie Xuan. It's actually him."

When Zhu Ying heard the name, his heart moved and he immediately thought of who it was.

In other words, he thought of the battle that made Tie Xuan famous.

In later history, Fengtian Jingnan!
In the initial period, after Zhu Di got through the most difficult time, he had a smooth journey for a long time. However, he suffered a great loss at the hands of Tie Xuan and almost lost his life.

Tie Xuan!

There is no doubt that he was loyal to that idiot Zhu Yunwen, or in other words, he was loyal to Zhu Biao.

Therefore, even if he died in the end, he was loyal to Zhu Yunwen. Now that Liaodong was just settled and there were many things to do, it seemed reasonable to let him serve as the prefect, which was enough to show that Zhu Biao valued him.

"Prefect Tie Xuan."

"You are finally here. The seats have been prepared for you."

Seeing the person coming, Feng Sheng immediately stood up with quick and powerful movements. He clasped his hands together, a smile on his face, and greeted Tie Xuan.

Feng Sheng did not dare to be disrespectful to this close minister of the crown prince and treated him with great courtesy.

"Meet Duke Song."

Tie Xuan walked in with a smile on his face and clasped his fists in return for Feng Sheng's greeting.

As a civil official, Tie Xuan's smile was humble and polite, without the roughness of a military general.

"Everyone, please take a seat. Come here!"

"Serve the wine and the meat."

"This is a celebration banquet for the recovery of Liaodong, and also a welcoming banquet for Prefect Tie Xuan."

Feng Sheng laughed and said this in a cheerful voice. As he spoke, he waved to the attendants beside him.

"Thank you very much."

Tie Xuan thanked him in a gentle voice.

Then he waved to his subordinates behind him with a simple and neat movement.

The subordinates immediately bowed and, under the guidance of the maids, sat down in an orderly manner in the seats reserved for them.

Obviously.

Compared with the boldness and generosity of the military generals, these civil officials appear to be more polite.

Their every move and gesture revealed a kind of elegance unique to scholars. They sat upright and had a calm expression.

Tie Xuan also walked slowly to his seat, but he did not sit down directly. Instead, he swept his sharp eyes over the dozens of generals in the hall one by one.

That gaze seemed to have substance, and even the battle-hardened generals in the hall felt a little uncomfortable when they were stared at by him.

In just a moment, his eyes were fixed on Zhu Ying.

"I wonder which one is Zhu Ying, General Zhu?"

Tie Xuan asked directly. Although it was a question, seeing his eyes fall on Zhu Ying, it was obvious that he had already confirmed it.

After all, none of the generals in this hall is as young as Zhu Ying, and it can be seen at a glance.

"Zhu Ying, nice to meet the prefect Tie Xuan." Zhu Ying reacted quickly, stood up immediately, stood straight, clasped his hands together, and replied with a smile.

"Haha, good. It seems I was not mistaken. General Zhu is indeed as the rumors say, young and handsome."

"It is my great honor to see you today."

Tie Xuan looked at Zhu Ying with admiration in his eyes and praised him happily.

As he spoke, he nodded slightly, and the smile on his face became brighter.

seem.

He also came to see Zhu Ying on behalf of Zhu Biao.

"Thank you for your compliment, Your Excellency the Prefect." Zhu Ying responded politely, still with a humble smile on his face.

"Duke Song. I have come here with the will of the Emperor and the Crown Prince."

As Tie Xuan spoke, he clasped his hands together, turned towards Yingtian, and raised them respectfully from a distance.

"Your Highness Feng Sheng respectfully listens to the Imperial decree."

Feng Sheng immediately bowed, his movements were quick and standard, not daring to be disrespectful in the slightest.

Obviously.

On weekdays in the army, Feng Sheng didn't care too much about some customary etiquette.

But facing these civil officials, he seemed a little afraid.

You must know that when you are in the court, those civil officials and censors will keep a close eye on you and watch you make mistakes.

"The co-commander of the Daning Border Army, Champion Bo Zhu Ying. Observe your orders."

Tie Xuan did not hesitate and took out the imperial edict from his arms skillfully.

The imperial edict was wrapped in bright yellow silk and was very visible even under the candlelight in the hall.

Zhu Ying immediately walked to the center of the hall, bowed, and replied loudly: "Your Majesty, I respectfully listen to your command."

Not only Zhu Ying, all the generals in the hall stood up and bowed in unison.

The entire hall was filled with a solemn and dignified atmosphere. Everyone held their breath, as if even breathing had become cautious.

When the imperial edict arrives, it is like the emperor himself is here.

This has been true since ancient times.

"The Crown Prince, by the grace of Heaven, decrees this!"

"General Zhu Ying of the Daning Border Army made countless contributions in the battle to recover Liaodong. He worked hard and made great achievements. He defeated powerful enemies for the country and recovered the country's homeland. His contributions are invaluable."

"now,"

"According to the Ming Dynasty's military merit promotion and reward and punishment regulations, Zhu Ying is promoted to the position of Commander of the Daning Garrison and granted the official seal of Commander. He is in charge of the Daning Border Army and controls all the troops in Daning Prefecture."

"In addition, I grant you a thousand taels of gold, a mansion in Yingtian, and a plaque with the inscription 'Champion Mansion.'" "I hope that when you assume the position of Commander, you will manage the military affairs of Daning well and not make any mistakes."

"So ordered." Tie Xuan read out the imperial edict in a loud voice.

After these words were spoken, Bu Wan showed a relieved smile on his face. He was not at all surprised by the imperial edict's reward and Zhu Ying's promotion.

In other words, after Zhu Ying really came to prominence and became the benchmark of the Daning border army, Bu Wan handed over the military power to Zhu Ying, and was also trying his best to promote Zhu Ying to become the commander.

"The general has become the commander. From now on, we are truly under the general's command."

"Great."

As for Chen Heng, Liu Zhen, Zhang Wu and others, they were also extremely excited at this moment.

Their faces were flushed with excitement, their eyes were excited, and they looked at each other, full of conviction and joy for Zhu Ying.

After spending such a long time together, although each of them is older than Zhu Ying, they are full of trust in Zhu Ying.

"Hmph. A brat."

Chang Mao snorted coldly, his nostrils flaring slightly, his face full of disdain. The corners of his mouth curled downwards, his eyes shone with contempt, and there seemed to be a hint of jealousy in his gaze towards Zhu Ying.

Not only him, but also Hu Hai, Wang Bi and others were watching coldly.

They folded their arms across their chests, with no smile on their faces and their eyes filled with indifference and dissatisfaction.

They were not in a good mood about Zhu Ying's promotion to commander.

Lan Yu looked at Zhu Ying out of the corner of his eye, as if recalling some memories, but his expression was also very complicated.

"Da Ning Commander. Commanding the Daning border troops."

"This is already considered a high-ranking official in the army." Zhu Ying was excited. He was promoted to a higher position and took a step forward.

Zhu Ying took a deep breath and calmed himself down.

Coming back to his senses, Zhu Ying immediately shouted, "Your Majesty, I thank you for your grace, Your Majesty, and the Crown Prince! I will continue to serve the Ming Dynasty and fulfill my duties to the best of my ability."

His voice was firm and powerful, echoing in the hall.

Tie Xuan looked at Zhu Ying and smiled, a smile that was filled with encouragement and expectation. Then he slowly walked in front of Zhu Ying.

"General Zhu. The Crown Prince gave me specific instructions before I left."

"His Highness is quite fascinated by you and hopes that the general can come to Yingtian to meet you one day." Tie Xuan said with a smile, and gently patted Zhu Ying's shoulder as he spoke.

"It is my honor." Zhu Ying replied with a smile, a flattered expression on his face.

Even if there is nothing much in your heart, you still have to show it in front of everyone.

"hehe."

Tie Xuan laughed and decisively placed the imperial edict into Zhu Ying's hands. He then said, "General Zhu, manage your troops well. The Emperor and the Crown Prince both hold you in high regard. As long as you make contributions to the country, you will have a promising future."

"Yes." Zhu Ying took the imperial edict with both hands, nodded solemnly, and his eyes showed a serious look.

"The host receives an imperial edict and is rewarded with an ordinary treasure chest." The panel prompts.

This time!

Tie Xuan slowly produced another imperial edict. He leaned slightly to face Zhu Ying and said in a gentle voice, "General Zhu, the Crown Prince has another order. The Liaodong campaign has concluded, and the Daning border troops have suffered heavy casualties, as well as numerous meritorious service. Once you return to Daning, you can discuss promotions for military merit with Wei Zhenfu and submit a report to the Ministry of War. This matter will be led by you."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Ying nodded immediately and said in a loud voice, "I will definitely not disgrace the emperor's order."

Then the imperial edict came.

"The host receives an imperial edict and is rewarded with an ordinary treasure chest." The panel prompted again.

After receiving the two imperial edicts, Zhu Ying was also very satisfied, thinking to himself: "Not bad, these two imperial edicts are like two treasure chests, Zhu Biao is still very polite."

"Governor Tie Xuan. Now that Liaodong has been completely recovered, I wonder if the emperor and the prince have issued an order stating when our generals who went out to fight can return to Yingtian to report on their work?" Feng Sheng looked at Tie Xuan with a hint of expectation in his eyes and asked.

The words fell!

Generals such as Lan Yu and Fu Youde also turned their heads and cast their gazes at Tie Xuan.

Undoubtedly, their eyes were filled with anticipation. After all, Tie Xuan had just taken office as the Liaodong prefect, but he was also the angel of the imperial court conveying the imperial edict. How they would be dispatched from then on was entirely up to Tie Xuan.

"The Emperor has issued an order. Now that Liaodong has been initially pacified, there must be remnants of Yuan troops within the territory, and there are still tens of thousands of surrendered soldiers within Liaodong."

"Therefore, apart from the Beiping Border Army and the Daning Border Army, the army under the Governor's Office will remain stationed in Liaodong."

"The generals in command are all in Liaodong waiting for the imperial edict." Tie Xuan said with a serious expression and a steady tone.

Hear this!

Feng Sheng was slightly disappointed, but he nodded quickly and said, "So, I understand. Until the imperial edict arrives, I will lead the army to garrison Liaodong and ensure its peace."

Many Huaixi generals in the hall looked disappointed.

They originally thought that after Liaodong was pacified, it would return to Yingtian.

Although one can gain military merits by going on an expedition, staying in the barracks all the time, deprived of the prosperity and enjoyment of the capital, is naturally very boring.

Especially in Liaodong after the great war.

If the Ming Dynasty had not yet been established and was still a time when many heroes were fighting for supremacy, military discipline would not be so strict and many generals and soldiers in the army could still have fun.

But now, of course, this is not feasible. After the establishment of the Ming Dynasty, the laws were so strict that no one dared to break the taboos in the army.

"We have to stay in Liaodong. It's much colder than in the south."

"Ugh."

“I don’t know when I will be able to respond to the heavens.”

"It's been more than nine months. It's so boring..."

Many Huaixi generals could not help but discuss quietly. As they spoke, they shook their heads and sighed, their faces full of helplessness and fatigue.

However, Feng Sheng and Tie Xuan naturally pretended not to hear these voices.

Tie Xuan smiled and said, "The Emperor and the Crown Prince naturally trust Duke Song very much, otherwise they would not have entrusted Duke Song with the task of restoration!"

"This time, in addition to taking up the post of prefect of Liaodong and governing Liaodong by the emperor's order, I also have a matter that requires discussion with Duke Song and the other generals. This is the emperor's order."

"I wonder what the emperor's order is?" Feng Sheng asked immediately, with a hint of nervousness in his eyes.

Although he held the position of general and duke, Feng Sheng was still very nervous whenever he thought of Zhu Yuanzhang or talked about Zhu Yuanzhang.

"During this Liaodong recovery campaign, our Ming captured nearly 200,000 surrendered soldiers."

"The emperor intends to reorganize the surrendered soldiers! He has specially ordered Duke Song and the generals who are going to the expedition to discuss how to reorganize these surrendered soldiers and how to make them serve the Ming Dynasty." Tie Xuan said with a serious expression, emphasizing each word.

"How about reorganizing all these surrendered soldiers?"

"Anything else you want?"

Feng Sheng was stunned, a look of surprise appeared on his face. He obviously did not expect such an arrangement.

With so many surrendered soldiers, if there were any mistakes in the reorganization, or if they surrendered and then rebelled again, it would be a serious matter.

Feng Sheng obviously did not expect Zhu Yuanzhang to be so courageous.

"Select the elite and reorganize them, and demote those who are unqualified to slaves." Tie Xuan added.

"Then how many troops does the emperor want to reorganize? And what kind of military system will he use?" Feng Sheng asked again.

The Ming Dynasty had a strict military system, with the most common type being the Wei Suo, followed by the Du Suo. A place like Liaodong naturally couldn't be a Du Suo.

"The Emperor wants to reorganize these surrendered soldiers into three guards."

"The specific reorganization method still depends on the discussion between Duke Song and the generals, and then it will be reported to the emperor for approval." Tie Xuan said slowly.

Upon hearing the three guards, Zhu Ying, who was sitting in the hall, immediately understood.

"It seems that this reorganization is to reorganize the Three Doyan Guards, which were historically known as the most powerful in the northern border of the Ming Dynasty."

"An army composed mainly of Mongols."

"Historically, when Zhu Di borrowed troops from Prince Ning after the Jingnan Rebellion, it was these three guards of the Flowery Yan Guards that he borrowed."

"Three Guard Stations, Lao Zhu's move is indeed huge."

"However, the establishment of these three guards is also very complicated. It should not be that easy to set up. After all, they are all surrendered soldiers." Zhu Ying thought secretly in his heart.

Combining history, Zhu Ying can be sure of one thing: these three guards must be the Doyan Three Guards, the three most powerful guards of the future Ming Dynasty.

Later, after Ning Wang Zhu Quan became a fief, he was controlled by Ning Wang.

"Is there a schedule for this matter?" Feng Sheng asked again.

With Tie Xuan's arrival, the original celebration banquet seemed to have changed.

As the task of reorganization fell on Feng Sheng, the celebration banquet became silent and urgent.

"The emperor said that Duke Song should draft the regulations with the generals as soon as possible, and then submit an urgent report to Yingtian." Tie Xuan said.

"Well, I understand." Feng Sheng nodded and his expression became serious.

There was a serious look in his eyes. It was obvious that this task was urgent and could not be delayed.

"Song Guogong."

"Generals."

"Since today is a celebration banquet, we should not delay the celebration of Liaodong's recovery."

"We'll discuss the reorganization after the celebration banquet."

"I, Tiexuan, have just arrived. I will need your full support in governing Liaodong in the future."

"I'll raise a glass of wine this time and toast to all the generals." Tie Xuan smiled at the generals in the hall, then picked up the wine glass on the table, raised it high in a toast, then tilted his head back and drank it all.

"Cheers to Governor Tiexuan." Many generals also raised their glasses in response.

"Haha."

"All the generals are good drinkers."

"We civil officials can't compare to him." Tie Xuan laughed.

The banquet continues.

But with Tie Xuan's arrival, the atmosphere was no longer as lively as before.

Obviously, there is still an unspeakable gap between civil officials and military generals.

After drinking two bottles of wine, Zhu Ying didn't feel drunk at all given his physical condition.

Belong to the Daning Border Army Camp!
There was naturally laughter and joy in the camp. Each tent was filled with good wine and meat. Many soldiers could be heard shouting happily, completely releasing the tension of the long battle.

In this regard.

Zhu Ying and Bu Wan would naturally not disturb them.

If they passed.

Perhaps those border troops simply couldn't let go.

Inside the tent!
"It seems."

"It will take a few days for us to return to Daning."

"The war lasted so long, and Daning has so many political affairs. I'm sure I'll be worried sick when I go back this time."

Bu Wan sighed and said.

"Haha."

"grown ups."

"If you want to go back, you can leave tomorrow."

"I am the one who has the military supplies here." Zhu Ying said with a smile.