Chapter 300: Thousands of people beat the drum

Datong.

Wang Shouren came to Datong to take over as the governor of Datong, accompanied by Wang Xi, the commander-in-chief of Datong.

Zhang Zhou asked Wang Xi to come with him, plus a thousand soldiers from the Beijing camp and a thousand soldiers who accompanied Wang Shouren on the expedition to Weininghai, which also demonstrated Wang Shouren's prestige to the greatest extent.

Xinke Jinshi became the governor of Jiubian Town in his first year as an official. It was still during the war, and it was difficult for Wang Shouren to gain a foothold in Datong without resorting to extraordinary means.

When Wang Shouren entered the city, no officials came out to greet him. Obviously, Hong Han was still worried about his resignation as governor. He did not come out to greet Wang Shouren on the grounds that the border was not stable. In addition, he was still transferred back to Beijing for Xu, so the local officials would rather risk offending Wang Shouren than offending Hong Han.

When Hong Han returns to the dynasty, he is likely to become a minister of the Six Ministries or a minister of the five temples. If he is not worthy, he will be transferred to Nanjing as an official.

Why did you want to lick Wang Shouren at this time and let yourself offend a minister-level official who was about to return to the court and be "promoted"?

Wang Shouren didn't care about these situations either. After he entered the city, he lived directly in the General Military Mansion.

That night.

Wang Xi brought him the latest information on the grassland.

"The internal fighting among the Tatars came to an abrupt end. It is said that the leader of the Yongshebu tribe, Yibu La, took the initiative to make peace with the little Tatar prince, and was willing to cede part of the pasture on the right wing in exchange for the left and right wings living in harmony. , then both sides withdrew their troops, and there are now signs of moving closer to the Ming Dynasty border."

Wang Xi was still very cautious when he said this.

From his perspective, although the surprise attack on Weininghai planned by Zhang Zhou was an absolute victory, it seemed to have both advantages and disadvantages for the changes in the grassland situation.

Wang Shouren spoke with dignity and said in front of Deputy Commander-in-Chief Kuang Yue and others, "This is the great fortune of the Ming Dynasty."

Wang Xi asked, "Will the Tatars unite as one because of this?" , just come to harass our Ming Dynasty border."

At this time, Wang Xi and other generals seemed to understand why Hong Han was so awesome and refused to cooperate with the handover even though he had resigned as governor and was transferred back to the court. The reason why he didn't follow the basic etiquette of coming forward to greet him was because Hong Han still had confidence.

You Wang Shouren are very good at fighting, but do you have the ability to govern Datong?

Furthermore, it is obvious that there is internal fighting in other grasslands, so you plan a tactic of sneak attack from behind. , let the Tatars unite to fight against the Ming Dynasty. They agreed to sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight. Now that the tigers have stopped fighting among themselves and even joined forces to form a grand strategy, this is the failure of the Ming Dynasty

Wang Shouren said calmly, "The Tatars seem to be in harmony, but undercurrents are surging. The one who should be most worried about being attacked now is not our Ming Dynasty border gate, but the once arrogant Manchu officials and angry tribe. The current fire sieve, But he was really roasted on the fire."

When the generals in the General Military Mansion heard this, they suddenly seemed to be enlightened.

Breathes are allbecome unobstructed.

Think about it.

The Ming Dynasty made a surprise attack on Weininghai, killing and capturing almost half of the people in Huoshan. Even so, we are still worried about the Tatars

Mongolia is in a tense situation on the grassland. The left and right wings suddenly made peace. Now they dare to go against the general trend and invade the border area of ​​Ming Dynasty. Now they don't even dare to enter the Hetao.

The wall fell and everyone pushed it. Huo Si has now become a soft persimmon on the grassland. Originally Huo Si He occupies the most fertile pasture on the right side of the grassland, making both the Mongolian right wing and the Tatar headquarters envious. But now the fire sieve is probably like a bereaved dog, and everyone wants to catch him without a hair left.

"Everyone, the Japanese official is going to see Hong Zhongcheng tomorrow, so you don't have to go. I can complete the handover on my own."

Wang Shouren doesn't think Hong Han dares to cause trouble. emotions.

His appointment as governor of Datong seemed to be Zhang Zhou's idea, but after all, it was the emperor's order, and he is still very confident now.

Wang Xi took the initiative to invite Ying and said, "The general is willing to go with you."

"No need, I still have many things to discuss with Hong Zhongcheng, and you will be around However, Datong Town currently has mining operations and other heavy responsibilities, which have to fall on your shoulders. I will list the details for you in the next few days."

There is a huge wave in the grassland. It seemed that Zhang Zhou had "resolved" it.

When Hong Han first heard the news, he felt that there was still a chance for him to return to the northwest as a errand. However, after he met Wang Shouren, he realized that the problem was not simple.

Wang Shouren seems to be just a new scholar, but he is very impressive and even goes to the meeting alone.

After Wang Shouren and Hong Han analyzed the current grassland situation and made Hong Han understand that the Ming Dynasty now fully had the initiative, Hong Han still hoped that the traditional civil servants in the Hebei Dynasty would give upstarts such as Zhang Zhou and Wang Shouren a chance. Find trouble and drive them out of the northwest military and political system.

"Bo'an, as the Prime Minister, you shouldn't act like a sycophant of the Ming Dynasty."

Hong Han came up with great principles and wanted to persuade Wang Shouren and Zhang Zhou Draw clear boundaries.

Wang Shouren shook his head.

If he could have separated from Zhang Zhou before going to Xuanfu, now he had to stand with Zhang Zhou.

First of all, there is the issue of repaying gratitude. Zhang Zhou helped him achieve so much credit, but he broke up with Zhang Zhou as soon as he turned his face.

Furthermore, if there was no Zhang Zhou, How can he realize his ambition and stay in the northwest to shine for the Ming Dynasty without the support of the Ming Dynasty? He, Wang Shouren, has a passion for military affairs, and he is still in his prime, unlike those old heroes who only want to eat and die. mentality.

"Mr. Hong, the use of troops in the northwest is an order issued by His Majesty. I am just following orders and have no selfish motives. I hope you can understand."

The Hong Han Dynasty was nearly sixty, and he was a Jinshi in the eighth year of Chenghua. He was earlier and older than Wang Shouren's father, Wang Huazhong.

Wang Shouren is nowIt's quite polite.

Seeing that Hong Han could not be persuaded, he seemed to think that Wang Shouren had gone astray and said, "After returning to Beijing, I will definitely visit your father when I have the opportunity. Young people like you should stay here." I have experienced in the capital that there are many wolves, tigers and leopards in the northwest, and one mistake can easily lead to disaster. I have been in the northwest for many years, and you have to cherish it."

Wang Shouren disagreed in his heart.

You have no ability, you are just a conservative veteran with no enterprising spirit. It does not mean that others have no ability.

The situation in the northwest of the Ming Dynasty is not what it was when you came. The Ming Dynasty has already gained the upper hand in border affairs, and you are still here to badmouth us. I am afraid that your words will even affect the soldiers below who are afraid of death. I won’t believe it.

In this way, Wang Shouren successfully took over the military and political affairs of Datong.

At the same time.

Zhang Zhou was in Yanghekou, and as soon as he sent Zhu Hui's troops away, he received two "memorials", or "credentials" similar to those of the vassal country.

One copy was given to the court by the little Tatar prince Batu Meng, expressing his respect for the Ming Emperor and proposing to pay tribute to the Ming Dynasty.

"The list of tributes is listed, including 500 horses, cattle, sheep and furs, etc., indicating that these are gifts that should be paid tribute as ministers, without asking for any reward from the court. I just hope that the Ming Dynasty can reopen the horse market in Datong."

Tang Yin is now a civil servant under Zhang Zhou, and any documents or the like will be conveyed by him.

Because Yanghekou is not an important city fortress, the biggest official here was Song Xian, the commander of Yanghe Guard. After Wang Shouren and Zhu Hui led their troops away one after another, the remaining soldiers and horses were spread out. Headed by Zhou, his subordinates immediately became deserted. Apart from Tang Yin, only Zhang Heling, who wanted to start mining with Zhang Zhou, was left.

"Very good, very good." Zhang Heling sat on the side, crossed his legs and said with a look of ease on his face. < /p>

"Hey"

Zhang Heling said, "Zhang Zhitai, it seems that this kind of thing is not decided by you, then it must be decided by His Majesty anyway."

Zhang Heling We are very supportive of the opening of the market.

Because he will be profitable after the market opens, it is rare for him to come to the northwest to work as the deputy commander-in-chief. Only with power can he be qualified to use power for personal gain.

Zhang Zhou was too lazy to pay attention to him. In name, the decision was made after discussion between the emperor and the ministers, but Zhang Zhou’s proposal to the emperor was very important. As long as he, Zhang Zhou, did not support the opening of the northwest horse market, it is estimated that There is basically no need to discuss it even in the imperial court. The emperor must listen to Zhang Zhou.

“The next one.” Zhang Zhou said to Tang Yin next to him.

Tang Yin took out the second portion, and his expression became much more relaxed, "Fire sieve the table, hoping to submit to the Ming Dynasty."

"Pa" Zhang Heling slapped the table.

Zhang Zhou and Tang Yin in the room were both looking at him.

YouWhat kind of fuss are you making here because you have nothing to do? I just asked you to come and watch, but it seems that you are more excited than others

Zhang Heling said excitedly, "Huo Si joined the Ming Dynasty. This battle we fought was not in vain."< /p>

"Ahem." Zhang Zhou cleared his throat and said, "Marquis Shouning, please understand that this battle was fought by Wang Bo'an, the current governor of Datong, and not by us."

Suddenly, Zhang Heling also felt very powerless.

Obviously he was already very arrogant and domineering, but when he met the even more domineering Zhang Zhou, he still had no choice but to do anything, and he felt so angry.

But I can’t show it on my face, because I have to follow Zhang Zhou to mine and make a fortune. How can I offend this awesome person who can easily detect mineral veins? Besides, Zhang Zhou is the boss and he is the boss. Subordinate, he still wants to follow Zhang Zhou to gain military merit.

For the first time, Zhang Heling felt that besides the emperor, there was someone who could make him lose his temper.

"However." Tang Yin said, "Huo Si proposed that Daming would give him all the pastures around Weining Sea and release his people. In return, he would help Daming in Weining Sea. He built cities in other places and established grassland guards, and paid taxes and tributes every year. He also hoped to be protected by the Ming Dynasty soldiers and horses to ensure that his tribe would not be retaliated by the Tatar tribes."

"Haha."

Zhang Zhou couldn't help laughing after hearing this.

Zhang Heling asked, "With so many conditions, do you want to reject them all and let him surrender unconditionally?"

Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "No, I just think, Huo Si finally started to understand the current situation. He knew that he could not survive in the Tatars and needed to find a strong backer to support him. "

"Che" Zhang Heling said, "You have to take care of other people's wives and children. , and all his parents and clan members were captured by the Ming Dynasty. If he doesn’t submit, he will have to return."

Zhang Zhou pointed at Tang Yin and said, "Bohu, what do you think?"

" "I"

Tang Yin was a little frightened in front of Zhang Zhou and Zhang Heling, but he still made an analysis, "This should be related to the suspension of the internal Tatar annexation war that I learned before. The strength of the Fire Sieve tribe has been greatly reduced, and he has occupied too much grassland before, and the other tribes will not let him go."

These are all things at the most superficial level, and Zhang Zhou doesn't think Tang Yin has made much progress. .

But at least Tang Yin has begun to learn to analyze now.

"Thousands of people beat the drum, but he didn't know what to do before." Zhang Zhou said, "We can't make the decision when it comes to such matters, leaving it to your majesty. As the general manager of Xuanda, I , the military affairs in the northwest are also under my control. I still have to raise necessary opinions. Bohu, please help me draft them."

"I"

Tang Yin thought to himself, you can write the memorial yourself. That's right, why do you ask me to help you draft it?

Zhang Heling said with a smile, "Why else would you be in the northwest and have free meals? It would be boring to work for Zhang Zhitai. Wait.After you finished drafting, you went to have a drink with me. I brought some jars of good wine to the table, so I won't invite you. I know you are busy with official duties. ”

“Yeah. ”

Zhang Zhou nodded.

Tang Yin went out to meet a "noble man". Others did not appreciate Tang Yin. Instead, Zhang Heling, the worm of the Ming Dynasty, Shouning Hou, began to favor him.

Even Zhang Heling began to make friends with the civil servant Zhang Zhou, who seemed to feel that the world of the Ming Dynasty was beginning to change.

The situation in the capital. The changes in Zhu Youtang were also the first to be reported to the capital. Unlike Zhang Zhou and Wang Shouren who could tell at a glance that Huo Si was going to suffer, none of the four eunuchs and eunuchs in charge of rituals at Zhu Youtang's side could tell.

The information from the grassland reached the capital in the afternoon, and the emperor did not summon the ministers.

At first glance, Zhu Youtang was also a little unhappy.

How could Bingkuan help. Such a great victory won by the Ming Dynasty caused the Tatars to put aside their prejudices and join forces to fight against the Ming Dynasty

So was this battle fought correctly or was it superfluous

Xiao Jing said next to him, "Your Majesty, the Tatars have all withdrawn from the Loop. It is expected that the gathering to invade the territory will not happen now. ”

Xiao Jing didn’t finish his words.

He just analyzed the battle situation. Since the northwest had won the great victory over Weininghai, the Dayan tribe had been frightened and had withdrawn from the Hetao. It is a bit far-fetched to say that they put aside their prejudices to attack the Ming Dynasty. Of course, it is not sure whether the Tatars are delaying the attack, so he proposed it, and it will not be discussed later.

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Dai Yi also smiled and said, "Yes, Your Majesty, now that Mr. Zhang is in charge of the northwest, the Tatars are self-conscious." ”

“Yeah. "Zhu Youtang nodded with satisfaction.

Wei Bin said from the side, "It is a pity that the internal reconciliation of the Tatars failed to lead to internal fighting.

Zhu Youtang shook his head and said, "It is precisely because of the internal reconciliation of the Tatars that the hidden danger of discord between them still exists. It is a good thing to form a check and balance with each other and reserve soldiers, horses, food and grass for the future of the Ming Dynasty." If they really complete the merger, it is still unclear who will have the advantage at that time. "

"Yes, Your Majesty is wise. ”

Originally, Wei Bin planned to give Zhang Zhou a little trouble, but he didn’t expect that after the emperor was briefly displeased, he suddenly figured it out as soon as he turned his face.

The problem It doesn’t matter whether it’s better for the snipe and the clam to fight in the grassland or to continue to maintain the status quo. The key now is that the emperor trusts Zhang Zhou extremely. Since Zhang Zhou’s farts taste good, the emperor will naturally feel that As long as the results achieved by Zhang Zhou are good, they must be good

Xiao Jing said, "But Your Majesty, I estimate that all the ministers will complain about this tomorrow. ”

This is an advance reminder to Zhu Youtang.

Don’t be too optimistic.

Your Majesty, can you understand that the current situation in the grassland is beneficial to Ming Dynasty, we eunuchs I can be persuaded by you, but the problem is those ministersIt is very likely that he will take the opportunity to cause trouble.

"Then go say hello to them first." Zhu Youtang said, "It's time to implement the reward based on merit. The Ministry of Household Affairs has not allocated a penny of reward yet. Go Urgent."

"Yes." Xiao Jing responded.

He then looked up at Dai Yi.

This is also a request for instructions. The emperor asked us to communicate with each other to find out who is going.

Dai Yi turned his head to the side. Xiao Jing suggested it for nothing, so it’s up to you. , I don’t care.

The cabinet is valued.

Contrary to what Xiao Jing was worried about, the three people in the cabinet could not even understand the basic situation of the grassland.

"Everything is going according to Zhang Bingkuan's expectation."

Xie Qian looked a little annoyed.

Even he could not directly deny Zhang Zhou's achievements in this battle.

Victory on the battlefield boosted the morale of the military and also boosted the confidence of both the Ming Dynasty and the public. This is already rare.

What's more important is that even the Tatars are afraid. They originally wanted to complete internal annexation and unification and twist into a rope to oppose the Ming Dynasty, but now they dare not engage in internal fighting in extraordinary times.

It is a good thing for the Ming Dynasty that the Tatars are afraid. If they turn a blind eye to the Ming Dynasty, that should be what the Ming Dynasty court is worried about.

Li Dongyang frowned and said, "What role did Huoshi play after this battle? He led the troops to withdraw from the battlefield in advance. Is he involved in the reconciliation?"

Liu Jian He nodded and said, "What Binzhi asked is exactly what I want to know. Now that the balance within the grassland has been broken, Huo Shi was originally a big force on the right wing of the grassland. After these few battles, he is no longer worthy of the lord of the grassland." As for the name, as for whether the Tatars want to continue to rush forward and become enemies of the Ming Dynasty, or whether they want to take advantage of the opportunity to annex him, it is hard to say."

Xie Qian said with a smile, "Listening to your analysis, I think so. , Fire Sieve should now move his troops westward."

Li Dongyang obviously did not agree with Xie Qian's statement. He said, "Nearly 20,000 people were captured and killed, so we still have to move westward. How can we move?" Where?"

Xie Qian continued to smile and did not answer such questions.

Immediately, someone came to the door to announce that Xiao Jing was here.

The three of them invited Xiao Jing in.

Xiao Jing was honest and fair, "I hope that tomorrow, the three cabinet ministers should inspire the hearts of the government and the public, instead of hehe."

Xie Qian said with a smile, "The Ming Dynasty's military power will be reflected." , This is a good thing, what else can it be if it doesn’t inspire people?”

“Oh, that’s it.”

Xiao Jing’s character is that he doesn’t cause trouble and is a good man.

He seems to be resourceful, but most of the time he does not compete with others. This is why he, as one of Emperor Hongzhi's ministers, was quickly stolen by Liu Jin and lost power.

His opinions on the cabinet have always been very weak, and he felt that he had to rely on these three people to stabilize the government. Please remember to bookmark the website, the latest, fastest and free reading without anti-theft<