"Your Majesty, I think Zheng Sen's method is feasible. Would you like your Majesty's approval?"
Although Jin Xuan felt that there were many loopholes in Zheng Sen's strategy, it could still contain the Jurchens, and his mission was to lead Zheng Sen and others to attack Pidao after showing mercy. Seeing that the time had come, he took the opportunity to appeal.
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he shook his head and said: "Mao Wenlong also had this idea in his early years, but it only served the purpose of harassing the Jurchens."
"After all, although the Jurchens are not good at water fighting, they are a powerful force on land. It is really difficult to gain a firm foothold."
Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang had been persuaded, Zheng Sen hurriedly added: "Your Majesty, the reason why Marshal Mao failed to succeed is because of constraints..."
"Cough cough cough..."
At this time, Zhang Huangyan suddenly coughed violently, interrupting Zheng Sen's words.
Zheng Sen was stunned for a moment, then understood immediately and said: "The warships were withdrawn due to lack of combat power. As long as we have a group of elite men, with the support of the warships' artillery, we will be able to hold our position."
Jin Xuan saw that Zhu Yuanzhang had already questioned, so he also said: "Zheng Sen, do you know that although the Jurchen population is not large, there are still more than 100,000 elite soldiers."
"Not only is the artillery's attack range limited, but it is also impossible to attack without limit due to the shells. It will either be trapped outside the range, or attack after you have exhausted the shells. How can you defend it?"
Hearing this, Zheng Sen shook his head and said, "Why should I defend one place? The Jurchen coastline is endless, and my warships can establish bases anywhere. Why should I use my shortcomings against his strengths?"
"I can completely build a base in his weak area and make them run hard. Isn't it much better than fighting them hard?"
Jin Xuan frowned and said: "If you go by what you say and abandon the base at will, not only will it cost a lot of money and food, but the migrating people will also die innocently. How can you bear it?"
Zheng Sen has been accustomed to fighting and killing since he was a child, and he doesn't value the lives of ordinary people too much. When he heard Jin Xuan's words, he frowned and said: "There is no life without death in a war. As long as we can win, let the common people in the future Wouldn’t it be nice if we no longer suffer?”
When Jin Xuan heard this, he shook his head slightly and stopped talking.
Zhang Huangyan on the side has been secretly observing Zhu Yuanzhang, Jin Xuan and others. At this moment, he has basically confirmed that Zhu Yuanzhang does not want to kill them, but wants to take the opportunity to let them attack Pidao.
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang frowning slightly at this moment, and thinking of the murderous intent that flashed across him just now, he knew that Mrs. Zheng was a bit too big to attract the wind.
So he said respectfully: "Mr. An Guo, this matter is not difficult to solve, because if we establish a base in the early stage, we will definitely be attacked by the Jurchens, so we just need to show off."
"When they are tired in the later stage, we will build some bases, real and fake. Even if they destroy some, there should be a lot left. By then, we can cooperate with Liaodong's offensive and we should be able to gain a foothold."
"As for your concern that the people are dying in vain, the common people also feel the same way. Therefore, the common people think that they might as well send some people who have committed serious crimes in the early stage and promise that if they succeed, their crimes will be reduced. They will definitely be willing, and then... "
After listening to Zhang Huangyan's story, Jin Xuan nodded slightly in his heart and asked Zhu Yuanzhang for instructions.
Zhu Yuanzhang was silent for a while, then looked at Zheng Sen and said: "Your plan does have merit. I wonder if you have estimated how many soldiers, horses, food and grass are needed?"
Just as Zheng Sen was about to speak, he saw Zhang Huangyan quietly waving his hand to him. He thought of Zhang Huangyan's previous abrupt words and had an extra thought.
He immediately shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, you are ridiculous. Common people only know how to fight. How can you think of these methods to calm the people? I heard these from Mr. Du Yinxi. The common people thought it made sense at the time, so they secretly wrote them down."
"As for how many troops and horses are needed, Lord Du Yinxi did not say, but based on the experience of the grassroots, I am afraid that it will require at least 50,000 naval troops. Of course, this is only the number of people to attack Pi Island!"
"If we want to implement the landing strategy, the common people really can't estimate it at the moment. Please forgive me!"
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he glanced at Zhang Huangyan again and said in a deep voice: "Forget it, for the sake of your sincerity, I will give you this opportunity."
"If you can come up with a satisfactory plan within half an hour, I will let you attack Pi Island. If not, you will be punished for all crimes. Are you willing?"
Zhang Huangyan and the other three looked at each other and agreed loudly.
Upon seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang asked them to retreat, and then said to Jin Xuan: "Jin Qing, if we let you go, are you sure?"
Hearing this, Jin Xuan bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I was not confident before, but after listening to Zheng Sen's words, I am somewhat confident. However, I see that Zheng Sen is quite murderous, so I am afraid..."
"You don't have to worry about this. Before leaving, we will give you Shang Fang's sword and let Concubine Tian assist you..."
Seeing that Jin Xuan was hesitant to speak, Zhu Yuanzhang knew that Jin Xuan was worried about being unable to suppress Zheng Sen and others, so he revealed his previous plan.
Seeing that Zhu Yuanzhang trusted him so much, Jin Xuan asked Zhu Yuanzhang for some details.
While the two of them were talking, Tian Shuying on the side was in a daze.
It turned out that she had stayed in the palace for four or five years because of Concubine Tian, but she had never been famous or distinguished.
When Concubine Tian was alive, she didn't care much about it, but since Concubine Tian passed away, she and Zhu Cizhao have often been looked down upon, and their lives have been quite unsatisfactory.
Fortunately, Zhou Hou was kind-hearted and took care of them from time to time, so they managed to survive.
Originally, she hoped that Chongzhen would accept and marry her because of Chongzhen's hairpin flower, which would change her embarrassment. Unexpectedly, Chongzhen seemed to have forgotten the matter.
Because she had been waiting to no avail, she had long given up her thoughts. Unexpectedly, she suddenly heard Zhu Yuanzhang call her "Tian Fei", which instantly made her dead heart come alive again.
"Concubine Tian, what are you thinking about?"
Just when Tian Shuying was looking forward to the future, Zhu Yuanzhang's voice woke her up.
When she came back to her senses, she found that Jin Xuan had left without knowing when, and at this moment Zhu Yuanzhang was looking at her tenderly.
"Your Majesty, what did you call your slave just now?"
Tian Shuying avoided Zhu Yuanzhang's gaze and said shyly.
Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang whispered: "Shuying, we know that we have wronged you over the years, but don't worry, from now on, we will definitely make it up to you!"
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's rare tenderness, Tian Shuying shook her head and said: "No, Your Majesty, I am not miserable. I am not miserable at all. As long as I can see Your Majesty, it is my greatest happiness!"
Zhu Yuanzhang stood up slowly, held her Rouyi in his hand, and said softly: "Okay, you are fine. We can rest assured that you are going to Pi Island."
"Pi Dao?"
When Tian Shuying heard this, she was a little surprised and said: "Your Majesty, I have been ordered by the Queen to protect you at all times..." However, when she saw Zhu Yuanzhang frowning slightly, she swallowed the words hard. go back.
Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at her affectionately, squeezed her Rouyi again, and said softly: "Don't worry, you don't have to worry about the Queen. We are letting you go to Pi Island this time. In addition to helping to cover up Jin Xuan's identity, Zhen In addition to staying with Zheng Sen and others, more importantly, you have to help us look after Jin Xuan..."
Tian Shuying listened to Zhu Yuanzhang's explanation, and her shy and pretty face gradually turned cold.
