Yang Hong's words may sound complicated, but the meaning is actually very simple.
For Ye Xian, raising troops to attack the Ming Dynasty is the only way for him to become the co-owner of the grassland. Only in this way can the worship of the Golden Family among various tribes be completely eliminated.
However, Tuotuo Buhua is different. He is the co-owner of the grassland. Therefore, if he wants to annex, he does not need to risk going to war with the Ming Dynasty to fight for the so-called 'status'.
Zhu Qiyu listened at the top and couldn't help but nodded slightly.
It should be said that what Yang Hong said makes sense. The relationship between Tuo Tuo Bu Hua and Yexian is very complicated. They are both in-laws and enemies.
Of course, in fact, in addition to the two ways Yang Hong just mentioned, which is to fight for the throne first, there is another way, which is to wait for Tuotuo Buhua to be unable to restrain himself and raise troops against Wala.
In this way, he also rose up to resist first. If he could defeat Tuotuo Buhua, he would also be recognized by the grassland tribes.
However, this is not what I want first.
Because the initiative on this road is not in the hands of Ye Xian, but in the hands of Tuo Tuo Bu Hua.
The two of them have been fighting openly and secretly for so many years, and they also know firsthand that Tuo Tuo Bu Hua is not a mediocre leader. If he really launches troops against Wala, it means that he is already sure of victory.
Therefore, in this case, either Oara and Tatar will maintain this false harmony for a long time, or Tuotuo Buhua will be the first to start a war.
If the two jointly launch a war against the Ming Dynasty, the leader will only be the first.
One is because there is no need for Tuo Tuo Bu Hua to take such a big risk to deal with Ye Xian in this way, and the other is because Ye Xian will not let Wala be used as cannon fodder.
Therefore, from the bottom of his heart, Zhu Qiyu tended to agree with Yang Hong's judgment, but even he had to be cautious about such a big matter.
Although he has experience in his previous life, it is precisely because he has seen the ups and downs of a hundred years that Zhu Qiyu understands better that any small change may lead to completely different consequences.
His descendant who hanged himself in Meishan ordered to reduce the number of postmen in the post station in order to support the huge military expenditure. Who would have thought that this move actually forced the homeless intruders to rise up and finally invaded the capital and destroyed the city? Ming artifact.
The previous life was the previous life, and this is now. In the previous life, Wala did not suffer such heavy losses, and the Ming Dynasty in the previous life never had such a large-scale mutual trade with Tuotuo Buhua.
Therefore, the experience of the past life can only be used as a reference at best. If you believe in it extremely firmly and feel that everything will inevitably proceed according to the old trajectory, then that is the real way to die.
This is the case with the government, the government, and everything else!
As a human being in two lives, Zhu Qiyu is now different from his previous life. He is not so self-respecting and stubborn. However, if his ancestors let him return to the present, he must be worthy of the Ming artifact.
Therefore, although he already agreed with Yang Hong's words in his heart, Zhu Qiyu still showed no expression on his face and only asked.
"So, does Yang Hou think that there is no need for the Ming Dynasty to guard against the invasion of Oara and Tatars?"
The tone of this question seemed a bit unkind, and for a moment, Yang Hong couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. After pondering for a moment, he answered cautiously.
"Your Majesty, please forgive me. I do not think that border defense can be relaxed. I just think that our court does not need to be overly concerned about this matter."
"Taking a step back, even if the worst happens and Ming and Wala really restart the war, the strength of both sides will still be on display."
"Now there is General Guo in Datong, General Tao in Xuanfu, Seven Guards in the west of Ganning and Ningxia, and General Cao in Liaodong. These generals are all those who have made many military exploits in the War of Oala. They are familiar with the conditions of the captives and thieves. If you occupy the city to defend it and wait for work at ease, even if the bandits come to attack you, it will be difficult for you to win quickly."
"Therefore, I, the Ming Dynasty, only need to fight steadily, order the Beijing camp to be on strict guard, and prepare the first batch of reinforcements in case of any eventuality. The remaining officers and troops will be mobilized and prepared. When the war does happen, it will not be too late to prepare again."
These words made everyone present look a little better, and they began to seriously think about the feasibility of what Yang Hong said.
Indeed, apart from anything else, the several generals guarding the border today all performed outstandingly in the Battle of Oara.
Not to mention Guo Deng of Datong. He defended Datong for several days without losing the city despite heavy troops. After that, he first defeated King Bodu and then attacked Shawo. Dingxianghou.
In addition, Tao Jin of Xuanfu also relied on his courage to take the lead and shoot Boyan Timur in the battle of Zijingguan, so he was reused by the court.
Not to mention, Deputy Commander-in-Chief Yang Jun, who had been with Yang Hong for many years in the Xuan Mansion, was assisting him.
No matter how the situation changes, these people's military exploits and resumes are there. When facing Wala, at least they will not retreat cowardly.
Therefore, Yang Hong's meaning is very simple. Even if the imperial court's current plan to reorganize the military garrison will cause unrest and dissatisfaction among the border troops, with these people here, the basic combat strength can be maintained.
As long as the border troops do not collapse at the first touch, the imperial court will have time to react. Perhaps it will be on the defensive initially. However, with the imperial court's strong logistical support, even if this battle breaks out, the imperial court will be able to fully cope with it.
At this point, Yang Hong seemed to be hesitant. He glanced at the other people present, then secretly looked at the emperor's expression, and then gritted his teeth and said.
"Your Majesty, I must be frank. Although our army won the last battle at Wala, due to the defeat of Tumu, many ministers in the court are quite afraid of the war."
"However, I ask your Majesty to think about it carefully. Even if the combat effectiveness of our border troops is temporarily reduced due to the reorganization of military camps, will the situation after the Civil War be as bad and urgent as the war resumes?"
"My imperial court now has His Majesty's Holy Mighty Candlelight, which can see thousands of miles away, and below it there are generals who are brave and good at fighting, guarding one side. After more than a year of recuperation, the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Households have logistical supplies such as ordnance, food and grass. Although I dare not say that they are sufficient, they are far from sufficient. It’s far better than the situation during the civil war.”
"However, even at that time, we, the Ming Dynasty, were able to attack the city first and press forward step by step. Now the opponent's power is no longer what it was back then. Why should we be afraid of provoking a fight and starting a war?"
"Your Majesty is saintly and benevolent, loves the people compassionately, and values peace. He does not want to reignite wars and cause suffering to the soldiers and civilians on the border. However, if the captors do not know good and evil and dare to attack our Ming Dynasty again, even though I am old, I will still dare to go into battle. Restore the power of our Ming army!"
These words were quite straightforward, and the faces of the cabinet duo who were classified as "pretty war-afraid" naturally looked a little ugly.
However, they could not deny it because what Yang Hong said was the truth.
Although the battle at Wala was won, the lessons learned from the Tumu battle left a deep impression on the court.
Perhaps for the generals who actually went to the battlefield, they had seen Wala's hasty retreat, and they could offset part of the impact of the Civil War. .
But these civil servants always stay in the court, and they have no intuitive feelings about these. Compared with the dry numbers in these major victories, those ministers and nobles who died in the civil war are them. Familiar and frequently seen people.
Therefore, whether they admit it or not, deep down in their hearts, they are jealous and afraid of Wala.
Today's discussion is a typical performance.
In this situation, if Emperor Taizong were around, he would not even guess what Wala wanted to do. When they showed signs that they might be disloyal, Emperor Taizong would immediately lead his army to the Khan's court and question them face to face. them!
Seeing Yang Hong's determined look, Zhu Qiyu also nodded and said.
"Okay, since Marquis Yang is here in the court, why should we be afraid of the secret actions of Wala and Tatar?"
"Yu Qian?"
"I'm here!"
Yu Qian raised his head and looked at the emperor, cupping his hands in response.
"As for the arrangements for the capital camp and the military garrison, we will follow what Yang Hou said. In addition, the reception of the envoy from Wala will be handled by Yang Hou, with the Ministry of War and Honglu Temple as assistants, and they will obey Yang Hou's dispatch!"
"According to the order!"
"I accept the decree..."
