Please call me the Emperor of the Great Ming Dynasty

The commanders of the Three Thousand Battalion, Cui Yingyuan and Li Ruolian, competed in martial arts.

Unable to defeat Li Ruolian, he resorted to using hidden weapons to injure her.

Zhu Youjian could see it clearly from the side.

However, Zhu Youjian did not speak up for Li Ruolian; instead, he said that Li Ruolian was less skilled than others.

Li Ruolian was furious. She thought to herself, "Your Majesty, how can you speak so unfairly? Didn't you see that he was using a hidden weapon?"

Using hidden weapons to injure people is a despicable act. Instead of criticizing him, you say I'm no good.

After all, Zhu Youjian was the emperor, and he dared not talk back.

Zhu Youjian said to Cui Yingyuan, "You continue your training."

Cui Yingyuan quickly bowed and said, "Respectfully seeing off Your Majesty!"

Zhu Youjian and Li Ruolian then left the Three Thousand Camp.

Halfway there,

Li Ruolian couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, why are you taking his side?"

"I didn't help anyone; I was just telling the truth."

Those Mongolians were tall, with large bellies and thick waists.

"It's obvious they lack training." Zhu Youjian looked somewhat worried.

Li Ruolian sighed: "Since the Tumu Crisis, the Three Thousand Battalion has never been the same Three Thousand Battalion it used to be."

Now, they've become corrupt and decadent, and their fighting strength has greatly decreased.

Zhu Youjian knew he was telling the truth: "However, Cui Yingyuan's kung fu should be quite good."

"If he hadn't used a hidden weapon, I would have beaten him to a pulp long ago," Li Ruolian thought, still unconvinced.

night.

The Qianqing Palace.

Zhu Youjian had his hands tucked into his sleeves, deep in thought.

Wang Jiayan made it very clear that the Three Thousand Battalion was of paramount importance and must be kept under his control.

Historically, whether it was Emperor Wu of Han, Emperor Taizong of Tang, or Zhao Kuangyin, they all kept military power in their own hands, especially the imperial guards.

in addition,

He was worried about the situation in Ningyuan. Although Yuan Chonghuan had arrived at the front line, he wondered if he could defeat Dorgon.

Dorgon is said to be a child prodigy, not only outstanding in martial arts but also possessing excellent military command abilities, just like his father.

Just at this time,

Zhou Ling'er walked in from outside, gracefully curtsying: "Your Majesty, what are you thinking about?"

Lost in thought,

So, have you taken a fancy to another woman?

"If that's the case, then summon her to the harem; I wouldn't mind."

Of course, Zhou Ling'er said that on purpose.

When Zhu Youjian saw that it was Zhou Ling'er who had arrived and heard her say such a thing, he smiled slightly and said, "What woman have I taken a fancy to?"

"Really not? You seem so distracted, like you're lovesick."

Zhu Youjian gave a wry smile, and then recounted his experience of going to the Three Thousand Camp that day.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling'er frowned: "Your Majesty, are you aware that Cui Yingyuan is one of Wei Zhongxian's 'Five Tigers'?"

Zhu Youjian nodded: "Of course I know these things."

Zhou Ling'er rested her chin on her hand: "Cui Yingyuan is different from others. Not only is he highly skilled in martial arts,..."

Moreover, they were extremely cautious.

He is utterly loyal to Wei Zhongxian; it's unlikely you'll get him to listen to you.

Zhu Youjian paced back and forth in the hall with his hands behind his back, desperately trying to come up with a good solution.

Zhou Ling'er continued, "Your Majesty, if you wish to bring the Three Thousand Battalions under your control, then entrust this matter to me."

Hearing this, Zhu Youjian was very worried: "Cui Yingyuan is not easy to deal with. Do you have any ideas?"