Chapter 149: Salt the wound
"Oh, the emperor said, I am not afraid of opponents like wolves, but I am afraid of teammates like pigs, I believe it!"
Qian Qianyi sighed helplessly after hearing Qian Zhong's words.
No matter how much you complain, you still have to do it.
It’s impossible not to do it. Your own glory, wealth, high-ranking officials, and high-ranking salaries cannot be used for a hundred miles and a half ninety years. What’s more, your beloved wife, Hedong Jun, is still in the hands of Hong Chengchou.
No words all night.
The next day, "Dawn".
Zhu Youlang first talked about the victory in the East China Sea.
"My dear friends, I was so excited that I almost didn't close my eyes last night. Shi Lang fought well and wiped out all the Qing army's naval forces in one battle. What does this mean? This means that from then on, the vast sea border of our Ming Dynasty will be dominated by our Ming Navy. The Qing Dynasty may not have realized the importance of the sea. They have always focused their attention on the land. In fact, in the future, if our Ming Dynasty wants to become prosperous and strong, dominance at sea is essential."
"First of all, from a military perspective, we occupy the ocean, which means that we can land on any coast at any time. All important coastal cities northwards, Ningbo, Songjiang, Denglai, Tianjin, and Jinzhou, will be under the threat of our Ming Navy. Even if I ordered Shi Lang to dig Nurhaci's grave and land on the sea, it would not be difficult. What's more, after driving away the Tartars and restoring the ancestral land, ethnic conflicts will disappear, and there will be no major battles in the country. The main threat will come from countries outside the region. At that time, a powerful navy will ensure the safety and stability of the world."
"Secondly, the economic significance is greater. In the future, we must develop ocean trade, sell our products outside the region, and transport resources from foreign countries back to the country. This is a necessary way to make a strong country. To achieve this goal, only by establishing a strong navy and dominating the ocean can we ensure smooth maritime trade."
"In short, the elimination of the Beiyang Navy is not less meaningful than the Battle of Tiger Stone Mountain in my opinion."
"Shi Lang fights well, and Su Sheng's growth is also quite gratifying. I really didn't expect that Su Sheng's plan was so precise and his military use was so bold. Although I have never seen him personally, Liu Qingtai was killed by his five consecutive kills, and the scene of fleeing in a hurry is still in front of me, which is really satisfying!"
"Of course, it is one aspect that the strikes ahead are good, and the Military Affairs Office is also one aspect that the Military Affairs Office has made appropriate plans. If I think about it carefully, Qian Qianyi, the Minister of Military Affairs, could have been the first contribution. At the beginning, if he hadn't insisted on transferring Shi Lang to the north, how could he have today's victory?"
Speaking of this, Zhu Youlang looked at Qian Qianyi with a complimentary look on his face.
"Your Majesty is wrong, I dare not take it. The great victory in the East China Sea depends on your great blessings. I just happened to be the right time and I just came up with this idea. I have no choice but to make any contribution." Qian Qianyi hurriedly bowed and thanked him.
When Qian Qianyi heard Zhu Youlang's praise, he felt so bitter in his heart. It was like eating coptis chinensis, and it was bitter from his mouth to his heart.
Not only that, the key is that you can’t complain after taking Coptis chinensis, but you have to give your thumbs up: “It’s so sweet!”
It’s even more bitter to treat bitterness as sweetness.
This feeling is like eating "Pearl Jade White Jade Soup". Although it is sore, I have to pinch my nose and say, "Another big bowl!"
"I say you think you deserve it. If it weren't for you, how could I succeed? I have to continue to work harder after it." Zhu Youlang smiled and encouraged.
"I should do my best to make plans for Your Majesty." Qian Qianyi endured the pain in his heart and replied with a loyal look.
"Hahaha..., look, this is the manifestation of a loyal minister." Zhu Youlang laughed.
Qian Qianyi had no choice but to follow the ministers to let out a gentle laugh, in line with the emperor's good mood.
"Okay. Don't discuss the other things first, let's discuss the next action of the navy. Jisheng, you can talk first." Zhu Youlang put away his smile and changed the topic.
Only Chen Zizhuang really understood the meaning of Zhu Youlang's words just now.
He was very calm, but in fact he was already happy, and he said to himself: "Master, aren't you sprinkling salt on the wounds of other people's Qianda Consultant? Is this okay?"
Seeing that the emperor changed the topic, he immediately stood up and replied: "Your Majesty, I think that although I have won a great victory in the East China Sea, the current situation cannot be blindly optimistic. The left and right armies are unable to break the situation for a long time, and the middle armies are exhausted and have no ability to counterattack. What is more worrying is that Oboi led 20,000 troops to surround Ji'an, and Ji'an only had 5,000 soldiers. Yesterday, Zhang Jiayu transferred Li Desi's memorial, saying that Oboi used the grenade seized by Jiujiang, and the offensive was very fierce, and I am afraid that I will not last long. Ji'an's failure, I don't care. The key is that I think Ji'er Harang is suspected of entering Guangzhou. When Ji'an loses, there is only a strong city in Ganzhou north of Guangzhou. If the Qing soldiers go around the city south, Guangzhou will be in danger. Therefore, I intend to transfer the navy back to Guangzhou immediately to prevent any accidents."
As soon as he finished speaking, Qian Qianyi followed suit and retorted: "Your Majesty, what Lord Chen said is a bit alarmist, and I dare not agree."
Qian Qianyi went out to oppose the matter, which was expected by Zhu Youlang.
"After receiving it, although you have a reputation all over the world, you have shown extraordinary military talents since you entered the court. I still have confidence in you. I will say whatever objection you have," Zhu Youlang said.
The emperor trusted so much that Qian Qianyi felt at ease and said to himself: "It's done, Lord Hong's goal can basically be achieved."
"Return to Your Majesty, I think Jinghai Bo should not return to the South China Sea, but should be on standby at Luo Yuan." Qian Qianyi replied.
"If you accept it, Shi Lang should go north to attack Nanzhili if he doesn't go south. Why should he stand by on time? Isn't such a powerful force too stupid?" Zhu Youlang asked with a frown.
"Your Majesty, I think the danger in Guangzhou that Lord Chen said is a worry. Although there are only 5,000 soldiers in Ji'an, General Li defended the city with strong soldiers and sufficient food. Although Oboi had grenades, it was not possible to be sent in the short term. Even if Ji'an and Ganzhou were captured, the Qing soldiers could not be defeated for less than two years. As for what Lord Chen said, the Qing soldiers were walking around the city, it was even more impossible. The Qing soldiers had a total of 200,000 troops, Jiujiang, Nanchang, Ji'an, and Ganzhou, and repeatedly divided their troops. Not to mention the fact that the rear route was not stable, even if they fought to Guangzhou, how many troops could they still have? 20,000, 30,000, or at most 50,000 soldiers came to attack Guangzhou. In the case of worries, Ji'erhalang would never have committed a taboo for this, unless he was crazy."
"So, I think Guangzhou is as safe as a rock within three years."
Qian Qianyi had already prepared his words and said it was very clear.
"It's reasonable. Let me continue to say it." Zhu Youlang nodded and said.
"After Guangzhou is safe, Jinghaibo does not have to return to the army. It is not realistic to go north to attack Nanzhili, because the original plan to advance side by side by side has to be delayed because of the restriction of the left and right armies. Therefore, if the navy advances north, it will inevitably become an isolated army."
Chapter completed!