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

Chapter 229 The Inheritance of the Great Han Military Spirit! Zhu Ying's Excitement!

Fengtian Palace!
Guo Ying, Lan Yu, Li Jinglong.

There were also a group of generals who had gone to war, standing according to their official ranks.

"Your Majesty, we pay our respects and wish Your Majesty a long life!"

All the generals were dressed in military uniform and bowed to Zhu Yuanzhang, who was sitting on a high position.

Everyone here holds a noble title, so there is no need for them to kneel or bow.

"The princes are at peace."

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled slightly and raised his hand.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The generals thanked him in unison, then stood up straight and looked at Zhu Yuanzhang, who was sitting on a high position, with respect and trepidation.

"Let's start playing, Your Majesty."

"This expedition against the Northern Yuan was a northern expedition. We were ordered by the Emperor to lead the expedition, which lasted for eleven months. Fortunately, we did not fail in our mission and achieved a victory in the northern expedition, thus pacifying the Northern Yuan."

"Please give your instructions, Your Majesty."

Guo Ying, as the Grand General, respectfully addressed Zhu Yuanzhang.

"The General deserves great credit for this Northern Expedition."

"We are very pleased."

"Apart from the Grand General, all the other generals made great contributions in the Northern Expedition, and their achievements are indispensable."

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and praised his generals.

"Everything for the Ming Dynasty."

After hearing the praise.

Led by Guo Ying, all the generals spoke in unison.

"Father."

"Now that all the generals have returned in triumph, they should be rewarded according to their merits."

Zhu Biao, standing on the steps, smiled and reminded him.

Hear this.

Guo Ying and the others also looked expectant.

The purpose of going on a northern expedition to gain military merit is simply to receive rewards and honors.
no doubt.

At this moment, Guo Ying and Lan Yu's breathing became rapid.

Before this northern expedition, if they returned victorious, their rewards would naturally have been determined, and the Crown Prince Zhu Biao would personally appoint them as a symbol of his favor.

"What the Crown Prince said is correct."

"Now that we have returned from the Northern Expedition, we shall reward those who have rendered meritorious service."

Upon hearing Zhu Biao's words, Zhu Yuanzhang chuckled and glanced at the generals.

Under his gaze, one could naturally see the excitement they displayed.

For Zhu Yuanzhang.

This technique of control is naturally very simple.

The fact that Zhu Biao mentioned it meant that the favor was bestowed upon Zhu Biao, but Zhu Yuanzhang did not need such favors. In the court and in the eyes of officials throughout the country, Zhu Yuanzhang was an unquestionable authority.

"Marquis Guo Ying of Wuding, as the general of the Northern Expedition, commanded the entire army, made great contributions to the Northern Expedition, and laid the foundation for the victory."

"now."

"Upon discussion with the Crown Prince, we were granted the title of Duke of Yingguo upon assuming the position of Duke of Jin."

"And bestow upon him a thousand taels of gold, jade artifacts, and bolts of cloth, among other rewards." Zhu Yuanzhang gazed at Guo Ying with a dignified expression and loudly proclaimed the imperial decree.

Hear the sound!

Guo Ying's face showed indescribable excitement, and he immediately bowed to Zhu Yuanzhang: "Your Majesty, I thank you for your great kindness. I will certainly live up to Your Majesty's great kindness and should swear to serve the Ming Dynasty to the death."

now.

Guo Ying bowed deeply in worship, her whole body trembling with excitement.

"This is what Guo Qing deserves," Zhu Yuanzhang said with a slight smile.

Then he looked at Lan Yu.

Under Zhu Yuanzhang's watchful gaze, Lan Yu also appeared extremely nervous. Although Zhu Biao had told him before the expedition that as long as he made meritorious contributions in the Northern Expedition, he would be promoted to Duke upon his return, Lan Yu had made some contributions in this Northern Expedition, but compared to Zhu Ying, they were insignificant.

"Sapphire."

Zhu Yuanzhang spoke slowly, and as soon as he finished speaking...

With a feeling of extreme trepidation, Lan Yu immediately bowed and said, "Your subject is here."

"In this Northern Expedition, you commanded a main camp and made great contributions to the Ming Dynasty by conquering many cities."

“But these military achievements are not enough to promote you to the rank of Duke,” Zhu Yuanzhang said slowly, with a thoughtful expression.

After hearing this.

Lan Yu felt a pang of anxiety, and a deep sense of disappointment appeared on her face.

He had longed for the title of Duke for a long time.

But hearing Zhu Yuanzhang's words made him instantly uneasy.

Saw this scene.

Many ministers in the court gave him a cold laugh, with a hint of schadenfreude.

After all, Lan Yu is arrogant and has offended many people. Now that Lan Yu is the leader of the Huaixi generals, if he is really promoted to Duke, he might become even more rampant in the future.

Not advancing is the best outcome.

only.

Only a few simple-minded people thought this way; the old foxes in the court naturally saw through Zhu Yuanzhang's intentions at a glance.

Suppression and deterrence.

Let Lan Yu know how difficult it is to obtain the title of Duke.

Rather than being directly bestowed like Guo Ying did.

"Father."

"General Lan Yu has a distinguished military record and is also skilled in commanding troops. In the past battle in Liaodong, General Lan made great contributions to the Ming Dynasty. This Northern Expedition is no less significant."

"Your subject is willing to recommend General Lan Yu for the title of Duke. I believe he will not disappoint Father."

at this time!

Zhu Biao stepped forward again and solemnly addressed Zhu Yuanzhang.

Lan Yu was recommended for promotion.

See this scene.

Many ministers also suddenly realized what Zhu Yuanzhang and his son meant.

On the one hand, they suppress; on the other hand, they win them over.

The machinations of emperors are truly terrifying.

Listening to what Zhu Biao said, Zhu Yuanzhang pretended to be deep in thought, considering whether to promote Lan Yu to his position.

Lan Yu was now completely filled with unease.

For him, if he were promoted to Duke, his status and position would be completely different.

After thinking about it for a long time.

Zhu Yuanzhang finally made his decision.

"Since the Crown Prince has spoken up to recommend him."

"That's fine."

"Lan Yu is hereby appointed."

Zhu Yuanzhang stared at Lan Yu with a serious expression.

"Your Majesty's decree is my utmost respect," Lan Yu replied loudly, his voice tinged with excitement and trepidation.

"In the Northern Expedition, Marquis Lan Yu of Yongchang made meritorious contributions to the country by killing enemies and should be richly rewarded."

"Convey our will."

"I hereby promote Lan Yu's title to Duke of the State and bestow upon him the name [Duke of Liang]," Zhu Yuanzhang announced loudly.

"Your Majesty, I thank you for your great kindness."

now.

Upon hearing this reward, Lan Yu felt a great weight lifted from his shoulders and excitedly knelt down in a deep bow, even forgetting that a noble title did not require kneeling.

This also reveals his inner excitement.

after that.

Zhu Yuanzhang then bestowed rewards upon Li Jinglong, Mu Sheng, Chang Mao, and other generals who had participated in the expedition.

The Northern Expedition was a great achievement, and all the generals who led the expedition were naturally rewarded.

……

The Marquis of Champion's Residence!

Although Guo Ying and his men have returned in triumph today, Zhu Ying has been granted the privilege of not having to attend court and is allowed to rest at home.

If he could avoid attending court, Zhu Ying naturally wouldn't.

these days.

Zhu Ying naturally seized the opportunity to compensate Shen Yu'er, indulging in nightly revelry.

of course.

The excavation of a secret chamber in the backyard is already underway.

"Claim your treasure chest reward."

With many things completed at the manor, Zhu Ying was ready to open the treasure chest.

"Congratulations on your promotion to [Assistant Commander-in-Chief]! Reward: One Tier 1 Treasure Chest."

"Congratulations to the host on your promotion to [Deputy Commander-in-Chief]. You are hereby awarded a Tier 2 treasure chest."

"Congratulations on your promotion to [Commander-in-Chief], you are rewarded with a Tier 2 treasure chest."

"Congratulations to the host for being promoted to the rank of [Hereditary Marquis]. You will be rewarded with a Tier 2 treasure chest."

"Congratulations, host, on inheriting the hereditary title of [Champion Marquis] and obtaining the [Han Dynasty Legacy Military Soul]. Do you wish to claim and activate it?"

As Zhu Ying received the treasure chests containing his title and official rank, the interface displayed a series of notifications. However, the final notification startled Zhu Ying: "The Inherited Military Spirit of the Han Dynasty!"

"Is this the military spirit I've truly inherited from Huo Qubing, the legacy I've begun?"

Zhu Ying thought to himself, and at this moment, he already had a plan.

Military spirit!

These two words.

It contains endless possibilities.

The Han people inherit the military spirit.

It is related to the champion.

It must be the champion spirit of Huo Qubing and the military soul of the Han people.

Zhu Ying only hesitated for a moment before making a decision: "Claim and activate!"

There's no need to think about it at all.

As a Chinese, as a Han Chinese.

If this kind of military spirit inheritance is truly as Zhu Ying imagined, then it is Zhu Ying's glory.

As soon as Zhu Ying gave the order.

next moment.

Zhu Ying's thoughts were instantly drawn to an extremely bloody battlefield.

"Kill them, kill all these lowly Han people."

"Exterminate."

"The men were slaughtered, and the women were looted."

"kill……"

It is evident that countless Xiongnu cavalrymen were rampaging across the northern frontier of the former Han Empire, slaughtering indiscriminately.

On the land, within the city walls.

Corpses are everywhere.

Countless Han Chinese people screamed in despair, and countless innocent civilians roared hysterically, but it seemed to be of no use.

It can follow.

At a time when countless Han Chinese people suffered a bloody massacre.

It came suddenly.

A battle flag bearing the character "Han" suddenly appeared in the sky. The red flag with black characters represented an era, a powerful empire belonging to China.

"Soldiers of the Great Han Dynasty."

"The Xiongnu invaded our borders and slaughtered our people."

"The might of our great Han Dynasty cannot be desecrated."

"The people of our great Han Dynasty will not tolerate being bullied."

"Issue my order to slaughter the Xiongnu, leaving no one alive."

"eye for eye."

A powerful shout.

Beneath the battle flag symbolizing the might of the Han Dynasty, a valiant general appeared, riding a warhorse and carrying a long spear, followed by countless Han cavalry.

Under his leadership, the invading Xiongnu were wiped out in blood.

Under Zhu Ying's gaze.

This Han cavalry force stormed into the northern frontier, into the land of the Xiongnu, and slaughtered the Xiongnu.

Although Zhu Ying had experienced countless battles and had his hands stained with the lives of countless enemy soldiers, the sheer power and might of the Han dynasty's killing force still moved him.

seem!

The once mighty Han Dynasty is now unfolding before our eyes.

The once spirited young general, the renowned Marquis of Champion, appeared before Zhu Ying's eyes.

"Hanwei".

"Not to be desecrated."

"Han people".

"We will not tolerate being bullied."

"Blood debt."

"They must pay with their blood."

"Is this the meaning of the inheritance of the Han army's spirit?"

Watching this battle, which seemed to be etched into my mind, I saw countless Xiongnu slaughtering Han people, countless civilians being brutally murdered, and the former Marquis of Champion leading his army to annihilate the Xiongnu, a blood debt, a blood debt.

Zhu Ying seemed to understand something as well.

It was at this moment that Zhu Ying understood the significance of this inheritance.

Suddenly, several large characters appeared before Zhu Ying's eyes.

"The might of Han is not to be desecrated!"

Those who insult the Han people shall pay with their blood!

"Has the [Great Han - Military Spirit] been condensed?"

The prompt appeared on the panel again.

In this regard.

Zhu Ying didn't hesitate at all and immediately said, "Condense."

"Please select the [Military Spirit Carrier]," the panel prompted.

See this tip.

After a moment's thought, Zhu Ying immediately took out the title and seal of the Marquis of Champion, which also represented Zhu Ying's status.

“This will serve as a basis,” Zhu Yingdao said.

"The spirit of the army is being passed down and condensed," the panel prompts.

next moment.

An invisible halo descended upon the title and seal.

Originally, the mark bore the words "Champion," but now there is an additional word: "Han."

After this military spirit is embodied.

Zhu Ying grasped the seal.

The attributes are immediately displayed.

Military Soul Seal: The host wields this seal, which carries the [Great Han Military Soul], commanding the army to fight against foreign tribes. On the offensive side, courage and bravery come first, and combat power doubles!
"nice one."

Zhu Ying was stunned when he saw this attribute.

With such attribute enhancements, there is no doubt that in the future, in addition to his own official rank, this seal will bring greater combat power to Zhu Ying's army.

the world is huge.

Apart from the Han Chinese, all those outside the Central Plains of China are considered foreign races. One can imagine how much this blessing would boost Zhu Ying's combat power in the future.

In other words.

In the future, if Zhu Ying were to lead the Han army to fight against foreign tribes, it would be as if every soldier were berserk, doubling their combat power.

Significance.

"Truly worthy of being the military spirit of our Han people, this is of great significance."

"I never imagined that Zhu Biao would bestow this title of Marquis of Champion upon me. I really made a huge profit."

"The legacy of destiny, the spirit of the Han Dynasty army."

"That's really incredible."

Zhu Ying stared at the seal in his hand for a moment, his heart still unsettled.

After going on for quite a while.

Zhu Ying put the seal into his storage space. This thing would be very useful in the future, so he couldn't lose it.

Come back to your senses.

"And the Commander-in-Chief's seal."

"Cohesion."

Zhu Ying thought about his current promotion, which also involved obtaining an official seal, so he naturally couldn't miss the opportunity.

As the order is issued.

"Condense the official seal of the [Commander-in-Chief]".

"I'm already wearing it."

"You can view the attributes of the official seal," the panel prompts.

Zhu Ying couldn't wait to take a look.

Commander-in-Chief Seal: Commands the army under his command, doubling combat power, morale, and stamina. Activates the seal's special ability [Blood Courage], where the host charges forward with Blood Courage, and the soldiers fight fearlessly to the death.

"The attribute of increasing combat power is still doubled, but the Blood Courage trait has been added. The soldiers are not afraid of death and put me first. This is amazing."

"Since ancient times, on the battlefield, when 20% of the soldiers are killed, the morale of the army collapses and the fighting spirit is lost."

"But with this characteristic, as long as I don't die, my blood courage will not dissipate. If it is a life-or-death battle with the enemy surrounded, the soldiers will fight to the last man, with blood courage taking precedence."

Looking at these attributes, Zhu Ying couldn't help but marvel.

Commanding a large army, Zhu Ying naturally knew very well what kind of transformation this [Blood Courage] could bring to his troops, without a doubt.

The intangible attributes that enhance it are truly indescribable.

"The legacy of the Han Dynasty military spirit."

"Blessed by official position and seal attributes."

"This time, we've truly achieved a tremendous boost."

"It's a pity that the Northern Expedition has just been completed, and there shouldn't be any war for a long time to come. Otherwise, I really should give it a try," Zhu Ying thought to himself.

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(End of this chapter)