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

Chapter 373 Zhu Ying: To expand the territory of the Ming Dynasty and to extend the land of China!
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Zhu Yunwen said gratefully, "Brother, thank you."

"You don't need to be so polite to me."

"Train hard in the army. One day, I hope you can truly stand on your own," Zhu Ying said with high expectations.

Zhu Yunwen nodded repeatedly: "Your subject will absolutely not let your elder brother down."

"All right."

"Go and rest."

"Take these away too, don't let them interfere with your cultivation."

Zhu Ying said.

He took out the bone-refining powder and body-refining pills that he had prepared beforehand from the table and threw a small package at Zhu Yunwen.

"Thank you, brother."

Zhu Yunwen immediately accepted it and thanked him.

The reason he now possesses such formidable strength on the battlefield is not due to his own passion, but rather to the cultivation method he received from his elder brother.

otherwise.

As a noble young master, he naturally couldn't handle the demands of military service.

"Liu Lei."

Zhu Ying spoke again.

“Your Highness,” Liu Lei said immediately.

“Chen Song, though not Wang Wei, is loyal to me. He will continue to be supplied with extra pills as Wang Wei would,” Zhu Ying said in a deep voice.

"Your subject obeys," Liu Lei replied immediately.

Chen Song was extremely grateful.

"Your Highness, I am deeply grateful for your great kindness." Chen Song immediately knelt down and bowed.

"no."

"Live well, cultivate yourself well."

“Your arm may be able to be rebuilt in the future,” Zhu Ying said to Chen Song.

"Your subject swears to repay this debt with his life," Chen Song replied solemnly.

"All right."

"Go down."

"There are still many military affairs to attend to tomorrow, so get some rest tonight." Zhu Ying didn't say much more, nor did he try to catch up with Zhu Yunwen or give him any instructions. On the battlefield, sometimes saying too much is useless.

After Zhu Yunwen and Chen Song greeted each other respectfully, they slowly withdrew.

"Your Highness."

"Compared to his former frailty in Yingtian, Young Master Yuntong now possesses a greater sense of masculinity and a willingness to defend his homeland."

"However, Young Master Yunwen has an injury on his arm. Why doesn't Your Highness inquire about it in detail?" Liu Lei asked respectfully.

"Now he is just an ordinary soldier of our Great Ming Dynasty. After this battle, I don't know how many people like him were injured or even lost their lives."

"If I care about him, who will care about the soldiers?"

"remember."

"On this battlefield, I treat all soldiers of my Great Ming equally," Zhu Ying said in a deep voice.

Liu Lei saw the brotherhood between himself and Zhu Yunwen, but Zhu Ying saw the entire army.

Their perspectives are naturally different.

They left Wang Wei's camp.

"Young Master Yunwen, you are actually the Crown Prince's younger brother."

"you……"

As Chen Song and Zhu Yuntong left, Chen Song could not hide his shock.

"Brother Chen."

"When Zhu Yunwen was in Yingtian, he only spoke to his elder brother, but in the army, he only spoke to Zhu Tong."

"Please don't reveal my identity, Brother Chen."

"I don't want my identity to cause any problems," Zhu Yunwen replied seriously.

"Do not worry."

"I won't talk about this carelessly," Chen Song immediately nodded in promise.

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The next day!

Daybreak.

The meals prepared by the logistics army were delivered to each army.

However, there were soldiers who captured prisoners day and night, and they have only now been able to take their place.

Zhu Ying was in the main camp.

"Your Highness."

"The situation in the battle is now clear."

"The Tatar army that marched south has been completely defeated by our army. Even if some Yuan soldiers escaped, they will not amount to anything."

"It's not just that our military strength has been severely damaged, but also that the Tatar Khan and his general have both died at Your Highness's hands."

"The Tatars cannot unite as one in a short period of time."

"This is the perfect opportunity for our Great Ming to launch a full-scale northern expedition," Xu Huizu said in a deep voice, with a firm resolve.

"General Xu."

"Although the crisis for the Tatars has been resolved, hundreds of thousands of Tatars are still launching a full-scale attack in Liaodong, the eastern part of our Great Ming Dynasty."

"Although the Tartars are not as strong as the Tatars in terms of combat power, their manpower is there."

"We must take this seriously," Lan Yu said at this moment.

These words were spoken.

Many generals inside the tent nodded in agreement.

Obviously.

Although the Tartars were not as strong as the Tatars when they marched south, they had a large number of men and were divided into many units, attacking from all over Liaodong. Although Liaodong now has a large army stationed there, it is still inevitable that they will suffer some losses.

"Tatars."

"There's no rush yet."

Zhu Ying spoke slowly, with a thoughtful expression.

"If you're going to destroy something, destroy the strongest one first."

"First destroy the Tatars, then subdue the Tatars."

"After dealing with these two, we'll see how the battle goes," Zhu Ying said in a deep voice.

This time, I have given it much thought.

In reality, this was the result of Zhu Ying's consideration.

Tatars!

Jianzhou, Donghai, and Haixi are the three regions.

The combined troop strength is indeed considerable.

However, in this era, apart from the Jianzhou Jurchens who were slightly better equipped, the other two Tartar tribes were nothing special and could not pose any threat.

Compared to the Tatars, the Jianzhou Tartars were even weaker in combat.

in history.

There was a famous battle.

Chenghua plowed the court!

In that battle, the Ming Dynasty almost wiped out the Jurchens outside Liaodong, causing them heavy losses. Unfortunately, it was not a complete victory, which eventually led to internal strife within the Ming Dynasty, giving them an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

of course.

In that era, the problem stemmed from escalating internal strife and the abundance of treacherous individuals.

but.

Now that Zhu Ying has arrived, things should change.

Once the Tatars are dealt with.

Zhu Ying will definitely resolve the three Jianzhou tribes thoroughly and leave no future troubles.

Humiliating history will never happen again.

In this world, China will forever stand tall.

"Your Highness."

"Regarding the situation in Liaodong, I do have a suggestion."

At this moment.

A voice came from inside the tent.

Hear the sound!

Many generals looked blankly into the inner tent, seemingly unsure of who was speaking from inside.

"Come out."

Zhu Ying then spoke directly.

echoed.

A middle-aged monk dressed in a black robe walked out from the inner tent, holding a string of prayer beads in his hand.

"This is Yao Guangxiao, my advisor and strategist," Zhu Ying introduced to the generals.

Hear this!

Judging from the monk's attire, he was still wearing a black monk's robe.

The generals all wore strange expressions, however.

He was entrusted with important responsibilities by Zhu Ying, and he was also a military advisor.

They naturally trusted Zhu Ying's vision.

The generals also clasped their hands in greeting and said, "Greetings, Military Advisor."

"Greetings, generals."

Yao Guangxiao also put his hands together and performed a Buddhist ritual.

"What are your suggestions? Tell me," Zhu Ying said directly.

"Goguryeo, no, it should be called Joseon now."

"Now it is a vassal state of our Great Ming, paying tribute and acknowledging Great Ming as the Celestial Empire. Your Highness may petition the Emperor to issue an edict ordering Goguryeo to send troops to harass the three tribes of Jianzhou and protect Liaodong."

“If they obey the imperial decree and serve our Great Ming, it will alleviate some of the crisis in Liaodong and reduce the defensive pressure on the Liaodong soldiers. If Korea does not comply, our Great Ming will have a reason to deal with them in the future.” “Isn’t Your Highness’s concubine a Korean princess? She has also borne Your Highness a son. If we really conquer Korea in the future, Your Highness’s offspring can be made king, which is equivalent to opening up a truly controlled vassal state for our Great Ming.” Yao Guangxiao suggested calmly.

As soon as these words fell.

Zhu Ying's eyes lit up.

at this point.

Zhu Ying really hadn't expected this.

The generals in the camp were also surprised by this plan. A vassal state could be used like this?
"Your Highness."

"The strategist is right."

"Since he has submitted to my Great Ming, Yi Seong-gye's ascension to the throne was also due to the power of my Great Ming. Without the decree of my Great Ming, it would not have been so easy for Yi Seong-gye to suppress those old nobles of Goguryeo."

"Now that an imperial decree has been issued, it's a good time to test Yi Seong-gye."

“If Yi Seong-gye is disrespectful, we will deal with him after we have dealt with the Tatars and the Tartars.”

"I also second my opinion."

"Strategist's plan is feasible."

Upon hearing this, all the generals agreed with the plan.

after all.

If dealing with such small countries is of no use, then why should the Ming Dynasty make them pay tribute and become vassals?

"This strategy is indeed excellent."

"But there is no need to go to Yingtian to request an imperial decree."

Zhu Ying smiled.

He took a blank imperial edict directly from the table.

The imperial edict was already stamped with the Imperial Seal of the Ming Dynasty.

Obviously.

Before heading north to Beiping.

In order to ensure that Zhu Ying could proceed smoothly and save him the trouble of running back and forth if necessary, Zhu Yuanzhang made it clear that the imperial edicts of the crown prince were equivalent to the imperial decrees.

However, in many matters, imperial decrees still apply, especially when dealing with foreign affairs.

and so.

before coming.

Zhu Yuanzhang prepared many blank imperial edicts and gave them to Zhu Ying.

Seeing this blank imperial edict.

All the generals were stunned.

Obviously didn't expect it.

However, deep down, one could only sigh at the deep-rooted position of Zhu Ying, who even handed over blank imperial edicts stamped with the imperial seal.

"When I was in the north, the old man was worried that I needed the imperial edict but it would take too long, so he gave me a blank imperial edict directly."

"This will come in handy this time." Zhu Ying smiled.

He picked up the pen immediately.

It was written on this blank imperial edict.

"The Emperor, by the order of Heaven and the Mandate of Heaven, declares!"

"Now the Jianzhou, Haixi, and Donghai tribes have raised troops to invade the Liaodong border of our Great Ming. I hereby order your Joseon Kingdom to raise troops to march north and attack the three tribes. So be it."

Without much preamble, Zhu Ying directly stated the requirements in the imperial edict.

all in all.

Zhu Ying didn't care whether Yi Seong-gye would send troops or not. If he did, then he would let Joseon remain peaceful for a while longer. But if he didn't send troops, then the Ming Dynasty would have enough reason to deal with him later.

"This decree was sent to Korea in the name of the imperial court."

"No need to say anything more, just tell Li Chenggui to move his troops according to the decree." Zhu Ying handed the decree directly to Liu Lei beside him.

"Your subject obeys," Liu Lei replied immediately.

"Yes." Zhu Ying nodded, then looked at the generals: "The Yuan army suffered heavy losses this time, but gained a lot of warhorses and supplies."

What's a rough estimate?

Zhu Ying looked at Li Jinglong.

"Return to your highness."

"More than 20,000 warhorses were captured, and the number of Yuan soldiers captured was roughly estimated to be 70,000 to 80,000."

"Faced with our army's encirclement and suppression, the Yuan army trapped in the encirclement had no choice but to surrender."

"However, many Yuan soldiers feigned surrender, which ultimately caused our soldiers to suffer considerable losses," Li Jinglong replied immediately.

"A feigned surrender?"

Zhu Ying frowned.

After only a moment's thought, he immediately said, "Pass on my order: in the future, when accepting the surrender of enemy troops, you must be cautious. If anyone among them is feigning surrender, kill all of them."

"This order shall be carried out by the entire army."

between words.

Zhu Ying glanced at the generals, his expression full of admonition.

In Zhu Ying's heart, although those surrendered Yuan soldiers were laborers, they could bring considerable value in the future.

But the lives of the Ming soldiers under his command were the most precious.

If the capture of prisoners results in losses for the soldiers, then Zhu Ying should make those who feigned surrender pay with their lives.

"I will take your orders."

All the generals unanimously agreed with Zhu Ying's decision.

They weren't pedantic scholars spouting benevolence and morality; they were all military generals.

Under Zhu Ying's command, there were not so many scruples.

"it is good."

"Issue my order."

"The cavalry battalion will follow Gu Bei in pursuit."

"Infantry battalion advance."

"As for the Divine Machine Battalion, advance steadily and keep up."

“In the upcoming war, there will be no large-scale battles between the two armies,” Zhu Ying said in a deep voice.

"I will take your orders."

The generals all accepted the order in unison.

"Other."

"Military Advisor Yao will replace me in guarding this northern border, overseeing the construction of strongholds, the location of fortifications, the escort of surrendered soldiers by border troops, and the deployment of troops for defense."

"Everything will be handled by Strategist Yao."

"His words are my command."

"Anyone who disobeys is defying my decree."

"This sword is the one I have personally brought."

In his final instructions, Zhu Ying granted Yao Guangxiao the authority to strategize and consolidate the northern border.

between words.

He simply handed the Heaven-Slaying Sword, which was placed to the side, to Yao Guangxiao.

Yao Guangxiao clearly did not expect Zhu Ying to value him so much.

The old days.

He was a staff member of the Prince of Yan's mansion, and he might be able to offer advice, but he wouldn't receive any real power. However, Zhu Ying didn't care about that at all. The power he was granted this time was undoubtedly very great.

The hundreds of thousands of border troops and county soldiers in the northern frontier were all under his command.

Absolute power.

"Your Highness."

"Do you really trust this humble monk so much?"

Yao Guangxiao stared at Zhu Ying in astonishment, his voice trembling slightly.

"I trust those I employ, and I do not employ those I do not trust."

"Again."

"Now it is the Ming Dynasty, the nation of China that expands its territory and seeks fame for all eternity."

“If you act recklessly, you will be condemned for eternity. I do not believe that a monk who seeks eternal fame would want to bear such infamy,” Zhu Ying said with a smile.

Hear this!

Yao Guangxiao didn't say anything more, but faced Zhu Ying, slowly knelt down, and performed a grand salute.

Then he took the Heaven-Slaying Sword from Zhu Ying's hands with both hands.

"Your subject, Yao Guangxiao."

"I obey!" Yao Guangxiao shouted.

"it is good."

Seeing Yao Guangxiao accept the appointment, Zhu Ying nodded with great satisfaction.

We can truly relax here now.

With Yao Guangxiao's abilities, he is absolutely capable of handling the establishment of strongholds and the mobilization of border troops.

Zhu Ying knew he had such abilities, and the fact that he was willing to accept this important task showed that Yao Guangxiao wanted to gain fame for all eternity.

Through territorial expansion, the Ming Dynasty unified the world.

This is Yao Guangxiao's new pursuit.

Instead of the dragon-slaying techniques of the past.

"Generals."

"Without further ado."

"Let's move the troops."

"The Northern Expedition begins today."

"To expand the territory of the Ming Dynasty and to extend the land of China!" Zhu Ying shouted loudly.

"We have an inescapable duty to fulfill this obligation."

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(End of this chapter)