On February 25th, the cold wind in the early morning in the capital was still biting, and at dawn, steam was rising everywhere in the military camp.
The sergeants used the sentry as a unit, and more than 30 people gathered in a circle. A large pot was set up in the middle. In the pot, fresh pigs and mutton slaughtered by the Huotou Army overnight were cooked, and the aroma was strong.
Everyone was holding a big bowl with porridge and some vegetables in their hands. Their faces were illuminated by the fire, and everyone had a satisfied smile on their faces.
In order to improve the physical fitness and nutrition of the army, Zhu Youxiao suffered a lot of bleeding. If he hadn't had two silver ingots in his pocket now, he would never have dared to support the army like this in his dreams.
However, efforts always pay off. Although it cost a huge amount of money, it did not disappoint him. The entire Yulin Army was completely different from when it was first formed.
Although they are not all that strong and strong, at least everyone's face is glowing red, which can be said to be a completely new look compared to the previous ones, which were sallow, thin, and weak.
"Boss, I heard from Mr. Qian that we are going to fight the Mongolian Tatars this time. What do those Tatars look like?"
"How do I know? I have never seen the Tatars, but I heard that they are very ferocious and will risk their lives in a fight. Don't wet your pants now, otherwise I will beat you to death."
The sergeant took a big mouthful of porridge and swallowed it in one mouthful. He looked like a hungry ghost, and the people around him were already surprised.
"No way, don't worry, I will definitely cut off a few more Tatar heads when the time comes. Your Majesty said that if you cut off ten Tatar heads, it will be counted as a military merit."
Military merit was also carried out by Zhu Youxiao in imitation of the Qin and Han Dynasty systems. Nowadays, the Ming army generally exchanges heads for silver rewards, which he feels is unreasonable.
Although it is true that it can inspire soldiers to dare to fight and kill the enemy to a certain extent, there are only a very small number of them, and the price of a head reaches nearly thirty taels. Are those barbarian dog heads worth thirty taels?
Zhu Youxiao decisively abolished this regulation, and then adopted a military merit system, recording every round of ten.
Military merit is always recorded on the merit tree. In the future, all promotions and promotions will be based on military merit. Survival of the fittest. If the person's superior officer is not good enough, the person with the most military merit will be selected to replace him.
And if you achieve a military merit, you will also be rewarded with twenty taels of silver, and some cloth and satin rewards. Your great military exploits will be notified to the entire army, and a big picture of you will be posted on the bulletin board to promote it.
This is used to increase the sense of honor. After all, as a man, who doesn’t like to stand out? Using strength to win face and respect is the best way in the army.
Of course, it is limited to General Qian. After all, low-level generals do not need to have any talent in the world. They only need people who dare to fight, rush and risk their lives. These people directly face and influence ordinary sergeants, so they must be led by brave men.
There will be an assessment if you are above the rank of Chief Thousand. You will definitely not be able to risk your life. At least you must be able to read and write. You must also be a certain general and be able to lead an army of thousands of people by yourself. You must also know a little bit about the art of war.
The whistleblower smiled and said:
"You kid, don't brag now. None of us have ever seen a real Tatar. Just don't get chopped up by a Tatar when the time comes. I'm too lazy to collect your body."
"Okay, okay, stop talking nonsense, eat quickly, we will assemble later. If we are late, don't blame my military stick for being unforgiving!"
"Oh, yes, yes, that's good, that's good."
If we want to talk about who is the most terrifying person in the Yulin Army now, it must be the law enforcement team. Whether it is a general or a top soldier, there is no one who is not afraid of them.
They are very strict. As long as you make a mistake, you will be dealt with immediately according to military law. Moreover, their killing sticks are really merciless. There used to be a sharp-headed thorn-head, but he was directly beaten to death. This person is still here. The Huotou Army was burning fire, so they didn’t dare to say more.
Dong, Dong, Dong, the bell rang three times, which meant that the hour was approaching and the army was about to prepare to line up.
After hearing the bell, everyone quickly cleared away the food in the bowl, then picked up their weapons and equipment and began to arrange them in units of handfuls.
Ding, ding, ding, the sergeant on duty started to call. When he heard the sound, the army was about to go to the playground to officially assemble.
In less than five minutes, all the 40,000 troops were assembled. There were two positions separated between each regiment, and everyone was looking straight ahead.
Zhu Youxiao rode a strong and tall black horse, wore silver armor, and held an embroidered spring knife made of fine iron. He was followed by the generals and guards of each battalion, and he galloped around for half a circle.
Then each camp leader will immediately verify the actual number of troops.
After Zhu Youxiao stepped onto the high platform, the entire army of 40,000 people knelt down and shouted:
"Welcome Your Majesty!"
After completing the verification, he quickly galloped to the high platform and said loudly:
"The Huben Camp's 25,000 soldiers have been assembled, and they are all here!"
"The three thousand cavalry armor of the Xiaoqi Camp have been assembled, and the real number is here!"
"The Taishan Camp's 5,200 infantrymen have been assembled, the real number is here!"
"The Shenji Battalion's 6,800 soldiers have been assembled, the real number is here!"
Zhu Youxiao held on to the railing with one hand and pressed the handle of the knife with the other, and said angrily:
"Flat body!"
Forty thousand soldiers rose in response, waiting for the emperor's order.
"It takes a thousand days to raise an army, but it takes only a moment to use it. During this period of training, I can see your hard work and sweat."
"Today, we are going out to conquer Mongolia. I don't care whether you are afraid or not. You have no choice, and I have no choice either!"
"It has been more than two hundred years since Taizu expelled the Tartars and established the country. During these two hundred years, our war with the Tartars has never stopped. The loyal bones and blood of countless generations have been buried in the pastures for use. Fertilize their land.”
"Since the founding of our ancestors, our Ming Dynasty has not taken the initiative to attack the Tartars. They have forgotten the military might of our Ming Dynasty."
"Today I will take you deep into the grassland to attack the main force of the Tartars."
"In the past two hundred years, the Tartars invaded the border countless times, plundering our food, livestock, and people. Countless people died tragically under their butcher knives."
"From today on, I swear here to let the world and the Tartars know that our great power is inviolable. I will let my people of the Ming Dynasty and the sons of the Han family live in this land with dignity. Let them know that the Han people, You will always be the master of this world!"
"I want them to kneel down and ask for surrender when they see my Ming Dynasty flag. I want you to use the swords and guns in your hands to wash away the shame of Tumubao with blood, and use war to tell everyone that they are the only ones worthy of kneeling on the ground and looking up at the Ming Dynasty forever." of!"
"I hope all the soldiers will work with me to achieve this goal and create a prosperous world again!"
All the sergeants immediately shouted in unison:
"Long live your Majesty!"
Zhu Youxiao said loudly again:
"All the officers and soldiers must fight bravely to kill the enemy and fight the Tartars in bloody battles. This northern expedition will prevent the Tartars from looking south and bring peace and life to the people in the border towns!"
