At the end of April, Zhu Fu participated in a court meeting, where the emperor decided to appoint him as the commander-in-chief of Yansui, which was equivalent to asking him to coordinate with Tang Yin in sending troops.
At the same time, Zhu Feng's memorial requesting to go to the border for "experience" was also approved at the same time, and he was appointed deputy commander-in-chief of Yansui.
Anyone with a clear eye will know at a glance that these are brothers fighting tigers, father and son fighting in the battle.
Many people are even slandering that if this fails, both the Zhu family and his son will go down. By then, the Cheng Guogong line will be completely over. Zhang Bingkuan is ruthless in his actions. I just want to kill them all.
But Zhu Fu seemed to be very happy. After all, Zhang Zhou had promised that as long as his son followed him to the battlefield, he would receive the most meticulous "care".
Of course, this is just his wishful thinking, and secretly helping him means that Zhu Fu believes that Zhang Zhou will definitely be able to help him win from thousands of miles away... Of course, this depends on whether Tang Yin will give him He helped him. Although Tang Yin was not very famous in the army, his past record was still very solid. Zhu Fu was obviously ready to curry favor with Tang Yin.
"Sir, thank you for your support."
Zhang Zhou also participated in the court meeting that day.
But in Chao Shang, he didn't say a word, as if Chao Shang was the same with or without him. After leaving the palace, Zhu Fu found opportunities to start a relationship.
At this time, Zhang Zhou was still chatting with Lin Han. After hearing this, the two of them looked at each other at the same time.
Lin Han said with a smile: "Mr. Cheng, you are about to go on an expedition. Please discuss matters privately with the Minister of War after the court, for fear of causing misunderstanding."
Lin Han is a cautious person. He thought Zhang Zhou should restrain himself. Since he was the Minister of War, he should not meet so many generals, lest he be suspected of usurping military power.
Lin Han himself looked down on Wu Xun, so this time he also found an opportunity to show Zhu Fu his majesty as the official minister.
After all, Lin Han, who had just taken office, could be said to be very capable in the court. After all, neither those who were close to Zhang Zhou nor the traditional civil servants who were against Zhang Zhou regarded Lin Han as an enemy. Lin Han can remain neutral on most matters.
Neutrality was an unacceptable traitorous behavior when Liu Jian, Li Dongyang, Ma Wensheng and others had the upper hand. Lin Han was ostracized at that time.
But when the situation changes and Zhang Zhou gains momentum and even takes the lead, neutrality becomes a valuable quality and becomes the link between the traditional factions and the new factions. Lin Han will be replaced. Many people admire it.
Even Lin Han himself has been in the same situation for a while. He can be said to be the most proud of his life now.
Zhu Fu said with a smile: "Mr. Lin, you are right. We are not about to go on an expedition. There are many military affairs. I would like to ask Zhang Butang for advice. He has many suggestions for me. Shen can be said to be a noble person in life."
"Haha." Lin Han said with a smile, "At your age, he is still your noble person?"
Zhu Fu said helplessly: "Although my years in the humble position are longer, my qualifications are shallow. After all, I have only inherited the title for a few years. I have to ask highly respected people like you for advice on many things."
Qian Even though Zhu Fu's words sounded contrary to his wishes, Lin Han was also very useful.
As a traditional civil servant, he cares about face very much. He used to be unpopular when he was the Minister of Rites, and he was mostly a bystander. But now that he is the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, he has great power. , when he is so high-spirited under that kind of power, he also needs people like Zhu Fu to flatter him and say something nice to make his heart expand a little.
Zhang Zhou said: "Your Majesty asked Duke Cheng Guo to lead the troops to go on an expedition two days from tomorrow. Are you ready?"
"Everything is ready." Zhu Fu said, "This is a humble position. I don’t plan to delay. Since I want to teach the Tatars a lesson, I should set off as early as possible. I will lead the troops before dark today. There are not many soldiers, but they are enough on the road. After arriving in the northwest, I will still be humble. I will ask the Ministry of War for instructions."
Lin Han said: "Wrong, you should ask the governor of the northwest for instructions. Isn't it too far to ask the capital?"
After saying that, Lin Han also looked at Zhang Zhou and asked with his eyes. Regarding asking the capital for instructions, I won’t rashly say that it is completely wrong. It depends on whether this is what His Majesty or you meant. If so, , then it doesn’t hurt to let him do it.
Zhang Zhou nodded and said: "Mr. Lin is right. You should listen more to Tang Shilang's opinion. He has not been in office for a long time. It will be great for you to assist him this time." It's helpful."
Zhu Fu said again: "Master Zhang, I still have something to ask for."
"Said Zhang Zhou.
Zhu Fu said with a look on his face: "I heard that Marquis Pinglu was retained in the three sides before. I don't know if he was the commander-in-chief of Ningxia or the commander-in-chief of Yansui. If he can assist the humble officer in sending troops..."
"Haha." Lin Han couldn't help laughing when he heard this.
That probably means he is laughing at Zhu Fu.
You are really a genius. You are greedy and want to bite off more than you can chew. You want to see what you can do and let your son, the famous Marquis Anbian, be your general. You want Ma Yi, who has been in the limelight recently, to be your deputy... Zhu Zhijie is your son, and you are his father. He will listen to you. Why should Ma Yi make wedding clothes for you?
Zhang Zhou sighed: "This is not easy. Logically speaking, with you and your son here in Yansui, this momentum alone is enough, while Ningxia and other places need qualified generals to guard them, like A general with military exploits like Pinglu Hou should be put in a more useful position."
"This way..."
Zhu Fu looked sad.
Obviously he has no confidence. I hope Zhang Zhou can give him more confidence.
With Zhu Feng as his deputy, he was completely uneasy, because he felt that his son was just a vase. A father would always feel that his son was incompetent. After all, he knew everything, and he had never felt that before.What talents does Zhu Feng have in the military?
But Ma Yi’s family is different...other people’s children are awesome, who can make their own children dislike them no matter what?
Zhang Zhou said: "In terms of strength, your son is not under Pingluhou, so if he comes to Yansui, I'm afraid there will be some overlap in position."
Lin Han also smiled and said: " Yes, the northwest territory is very large and there are many talented people to produce, but only a few of them can be a deterrent to the Tatars. If they are all transferred to you, what will happen to others?"
These words were obviously ridiculed.
"Yes, yes." Zhu Fu didn't dare to attack yet.
Zhang Zhou changed the subject and said: "However, if the three sides want to launch a war against the grassland, of course this war will be initiated by Tang Yin, who is in charge of the military affairs of the three sides. If he really wants to do this , everything will be coordinated by him, and perhaps soldiers and horses from Ningxia and other places will also be mobilized to fight with you. It is not impossible that you will be the commander-in-chief and Pingluhou will be the deputy commander-in-chief."
When Zhu Fu heard this, he immediately burst into tears and said: "Thank you, sir, thank you so much."
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Zhu Fu got Zhang After Zhou's hint, it was a feeling of elation.
If Ma Yi really serves as his deputy, in his opinion, it would be a sure thing to win military honors in this northwest battle.
Because there is no need for him to go into battle, it is all about Ma Yi, and as a superior, he can follow the signature, and even get the first credit... As the saying goes, the advantages of subordinates are not taken away in vain. , but how to make a long-famous general become his subordinate, it all depends on the relationship.
When Zhu Fu returned home, he hurried to see the old lady Zhu Hu.
After being told that the Zhu Hu family was still worshiping their ancestors, he also went there to offer sacrifices, but the Zhu Hu family seemed very cautious. After all, this time it was the Zhu family and his son who went on an expedition together, except for the useless Zhu Lin. They have to keep the family business at home to prevent no one from inheriting the title after their father and younger brother are both dead... The rest of the problem is for Zhu Fu and Zhu Feng to solve.
"With the blessing of my ancestors, my son will be able to win the battle and protect the Zhu family's bright future."
As Zhu Hu said this, she personally offered incense.
This Zhu Fu also went over to offer incense.
Then Zhu Fu helped the old lady to the back hall and told Zhang Zhou that he might ask Ma Yi to give him his due.
Zhu Hu said: "What else did he promise? He came to the house before and asked you to entertain him well. Why did he leave after staying for less than an hour? Did you really entertain him?"
Zhu Fu said: "Actually, it has only been half an hour since I came in."
"Nonsense." Zhu Hu said, "Don't let him dig a hole for you and let you go Jump inside."
"No...no way?" Zhu Fu seemed unsure.
Zhu Hu said coldly: "My original expectation was for you to send troops to Jizhou or Liaodong. Jizhou could fight at most the three guards of Duoyan. However, the ones currently fighting in Liaodong are Jurchens and get military honors." It's also easier at Lianchang Guogong's house.The two younger ones are now running to Liaodong to achieve military success, which shows that it is not difficult there. "
Zhu Fu said: "But the three sides are the places where famous generals are most needed. "
"Are you a famous general? "Ms. Zhu Hu retorted.
Zhu Fu was so angry that he didn't dare to say anything.
Ms. Zhu Hu probably also felt that his words were too harsh, and his son was about to go on an expedition, so it was so hard to hit him like this.
Zhu Hu sighed: "The girl in Zhijie's room came over to tell us about the meeting with Cai Guogong. In fact, Bingkuan also wanted to help us sincerely. He didn't sit idly by in the Chen family. After all, when he Ping Jiang Bo... he could be considered respectful to him. ”
“Haha. ”
Zhu Fu himself didn’t have much ability, but when he heard his mother mention Chen Rui, he became a little disdainful.
It is said that literati look down on each other, and this circle of martial artists is similar. .
Zhu Hu said: "But Bingkuan also said before he left that it would be good for you to give a toast to the two girls who were sent over. In this way, you send people there. "
"Huh? Mother, what are you doing..." Zhu Fu was shocked when he heard this.
Zhu Hu said coldly: "What, you're not happy? "
Zhu Fu said: "Mother, please calm down first. Duke Cai Guo never accepts gifts from others. Even if he asks Zhijie to give them to him, it will be in vain. If we give gifts so rashly, will they accept them? Better say goodbye. "
"I think you just feel distressed. "Ms. Zhu Hu said, "The guy in your room complained to me a few days ago, saying that you haven't had a good attitude towards her in several years. As a couple, they have always been inseparable, and you still think about the outside world every day. Huahua Tiandi, just like this, is it the material for big things? Your Majesty allows you to go on an expedition to gain experience, which can be regarded as giving you a chance. "
Zhu Fu said with a dark face: "Isn't it the same before? ”
Zhu Hu snorted coldly: “That’s because your father is still here. In the six years since you inherited the title, what has you done to honor your ancestors?” Now is the time when the situation in the DPRK is changing, so we have to step in the right direction. "
Zhu Fu said: "What if the wind direction changes and we try to turn around, there will be no hope. "
"You are wrong. "Zhu Hu said, "If the wind changes again, as long as we follow the royal will, it will always be right. Wherever the emperor's wind blows, we will follow it. This is called following the wind. ”
“You won’t have to turn around then, right? "Zhu Fu was obviously very reluctant.
It was mainly because I asked him to send those two women away.
Zhu Hu said angrily: "Why are there so many pushbacks? Just turn your head, and still flash your waist? Isn’t it always the case in our Xunchen family? Not to mention the ministers who are in power now, even if they are... you can just do as you are told. ”
Originally, Zhu Hu wanted to say that even if the emperor changed, we would still have our own way of being a coward. For example, when Yingzong went to Jingdi and then to Yingzong, even if we were walking around in circles, our family’s People are also capable of distortion.
Zhu Fu said: "Mother, if you look at this, you should send the person away, but not to Cai Guogong's mansion. After all, he would not accept it if he sent it away. Just like Ping Jiangbo did at the beginning, he sent the person to Cai Guogong's house. I maintain a house outside. If I want to win the battle for my son in the northwest, I will send the key there..."
Zhu Hu frowned and said: "Are you giving a gift to ask for help, or are you giving a gift? What about gratitude? If you don’t do anything good to others, they will do their best to help you. I’ve never heard of waiting until afterward to give gifts. Why, you just can’t bear it?”
“This… this ..."
Of course Zhu Fu couldn't bear it.
At this moment, the voice of Zhu Feng's "right-hand man" Zhu Daqi came from outside: "My lord, the cars are ready and ready to go at any time. If you don't leave, you won't be able to reach the military camp before noon. ."
"I know." Zhu Fu responded.
As he said that, he was about to get up and leave.
Zhu Hu said: "If you continue to push me, after you leave, don't blame me for not just sending two girls over."
"Goodbye, mother. "Zhu Fu said hurriedly, "Can't I just listen to you? I'll send you to the house now, and the key will be given to Cai Guogong tomorrow. This is also to avoid making any noise. As for me... I'd better wait until I leave. After that, is it okay to be out of sight but still in your heart?"
Zhu Hu looked at his bitter son, rolled up his sleeves and said: "You are useless, you bully the weak and fear the strong. People in Nanjing say you are arrogant and domineering. But in the capital, you look like a grandson."
"Yes, I also want to go back to Nanjing." Zhu Fu couldn't help but recall his happy time in Nanjing.
That's really...
The mountains are high and the emperor is far away. You can do whatever you want, and others will fawn over you, but you can cover the sky with just one hand.
But after arriving in the capital, he seemed to understand the feelings of those who fawned over him.
Zhu Hu said: "Even if something happens to you, you can't let Zhijie get into trouble. I still mean it, you can't let two people get into trouble at a time, so even if you send troops, it's best to follow the one who General Tang requested that you and Zhijie be divided into two groups, so that if something happens..." "Mother, you'd better hope for your son," Zhu Fu said helplessly, "My son will not inherit the title. In a few years, you are still young, and I still want to support you in your old age. "The transcoding has been serious recently, which makes us more motivated and updates faster. Please use your little hand to exit the reading mode. Thank you