Just as Li Yuanzhao thought, there is still resistance to going to sea.
However, Fang Zheng had been prepared early in the morning, and he and Emperor Jing had already settled the matter with the real core ministers in advance.
It only took one day to talk about everything that needed to be discussed again.
As for other officials with lower official titles and less important responsibilities, they cannot play a decisive role.
Just twenty days later, the fleet headed by five ironclad ships at Jiangling Port was ready to go.
There are still a large number of cargo and supply ships at sea.
All officials gathered at the port and gathered behind Emperor Jing.
Emperor Jing was accompanied by Li Miaohan, Guo Tianyang and others.
Li Yuanzhao, dressed in military uniform, stood side by side with Fang Zhengyi, flanked by a large group of people accompanying him on the trip.
Emperor Jing walked up to the two of them and looked up at the giant ship, feeling extremely emotional in his heart.
The new generation is better than the old. He has never fought such a prosperous battle in his life.
"Yuanzhao, I only have one thing to say in this battle, fight steadily and make every step. As long as you don't be greedy for merit and make rash advances, you will be sure of victory."
Li Yuanzhao nodded solemnly: "Father, don't worry, this is exactly what I have in mind. The church's firearms and equipment have been fully explored over the years. Within five years, we will be able to defeat the enemy and fight back!"
Emperor Jing nodded and warned again: "You know what I'm saying so I won't say anything more. Keep my words in mind. You can get on the boat first. I have something to tell Zhengyi."
Li Yuanzhao patted Fang Zhengyi on the shoulder, waved to everyone, then turned around and boarded the giant ship.
The rest of the troops followed closely behind.
Emperor Jing said: "Five years... He said it will take five years to defeat it. It seems that Yuan Zhao has indeed made a steady plan, but five years is too long and I can't wait."
Fang Zhengyi asked tentatively: "How long does Father think is appropriate?"
"Five months, maybe. Can you finish the fight and go home early?"
"It seems not possible."
Emperor Jing shook his sleeves and said with dissatisfaction: "It's really useless! I will personally help you supervise the training. Those Jinyi guards are already the best among the best. If I go there in person, it won't take three months!"
Fang Zheng hesitated and said: "Actually, according to what I think, it is not a good strategy to do things step by step."
"With the Brotherhood as an internal agent, we can leak a large amount of information to the other party, and through a small defeat, we can seek a decisive battle."
"Once this battle is over, the church will no longer be able to stand up, and it can truly show its force overseas and frighten other countries."
"If we proceed steadily, I'm afraid the effect will be much worse. Besides..."
This is indeed a good plan, but it is a bit uncontrollable.
Emperor Jing nodded frequently, and when he heard him pause, he quickly asked: "Besides, what?"
"Besides, it's rare to go out. I want to have a grand trip."
It's rare to go abroad, but he is still the main contributor to the opening of the Western Sea. If he doesn't travel, wouldn't his life be in vain?
"Presumptuous! This is war. Even if you have a complete advantage, you must not relax. Arrogance will kill you." Emperor Jing reprimanded loudly, "You have always acted cautiously, and you must be even more cautious when you go overseas!"
"I'm not joking. It won't be more than a year at the latest for you and Yuan Zhao to return safely. I'm old, don't let me wait too long..." Emperor Jing said, his eyes slightly red, and he couldn't hide the worry on his expression.
For an emperor who controls the world, nothing is more uncomfortable than stepping down from the top of power, even if he retires after success.
But after abdicating the throne, he has been surrounded by his son and son-in-law, and the emptiness of having his power stripped away has been emotionally dissolved in more than two years.
Especially Fang Zhengyi, after he abdicated, he did not neglect even a little bit. Instead, he paid more attention to him and continued to greet him every day.
Such a son-in-law...the relationship is already deeper than that of a biological son.
Now that my son and son-in-law are traveling across the ocean, it is natural that they feel hard to leave.
I originally wanted to make a joke and relieve the tense atmosphere, but I didn't expect that my old father-in-law would react like this.
Fang Zheng looked stern and said in a deep voice, "My son, please remember your father's teachings."
Emperor Jing said happily: "Okay, let's go! Remember to stay away from the battlefield. If Yuan Zhaoru can really win a big victory, the church will never stand up again. I believe his future achievements will definitely surpass mine."
Fang Zhengyi smiled and said: "It is extremely difficult to surpass my father. In the eyes of my son, none of the ancient sage kings can compare with my father."
Emperor Jing was secretly happy in his heart, and said seriously on the surface: "Pay attention to your sense of propriety."
Fang Zheng said seriously: "My son, I tell the truth sincerely, how dare you deceive me? The wise kings and wise masters of ancient times, no matter how great their achievements and abilities, were just lonely people, but you... are not."
Alone?
Emperor Jing was stunned for an instant, his whole body felt like an electric shock, and then the corners of his mouth slowly raised.
That's right...I'm no longer alone...
Seeing that Emperor Jing was lost in thought, Fang Zheng looked at his beloved wife, took her hand and walked aside: "Madam, I'm leaving. My father likes to live in Taoyuan County for a long time. Please spend more time with him when you have time."
"Besides, there is one very important thing I want to entrust to you."
"What's going on?" Li Miaohan asked nervously.
"There is a warehouse next to the east wing of my house. In the warehouse there are folds written by me. Wait for ten days when I go to sea...not ten days, but a month later. You can take one fold from the warehouse every day and give it to your father in the evening. Your Majesty, look at it.”
"What kind of discount is that?"
"Excuse me, I've been writing this book for more than half a year, which is enough for you to deliver it for two consecutive years without repeating it. There are good categories in the warehouse, and they are written for New Years and holidays, and some are in a series. Remember to deliver them in order, don't give them to me in a mess. .”
"We've already gone to sea, is it necessary to be like this?" Li Miaohan was confused in the wind.
When Fang Zhengyi was young, he often wrote love letters and sweet words to her.
I broke this habit just a few years after getting married, and now I am working overtime every day!
My father is becoming more and more attentive. When everyone goes to sea, he still has to leave a warehouse to pay for the goods, for fear that they will be broken!
Fang Zheng patted her hand and sighed: "You know, I haven't seen my parents since I was in my twenties. Sometimes when I see Chen Yu and the others, I always think of my biological parents, and I feel uncomfortable and a little regretful. If you miss it, there will be no chance of recovery.”
"I know..." Li Miaohan raised her sleeves and wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes.
She understands that her husband is such a sentimental person.
Fang Zheng stepped forward, gave her a gentle hug, and said softly: "I'm leaving, wait until I come back."
"Um."
After saying goodbye, Fang Zheng boarded the ship.
As the whistle sounded, the fleet gradually left the port.
Li Yuanzhao stood at the stern of the ship, looking at the figure with an unclear expression standing at the port, with a sad expression.
Fang Zhengyi asked: "Your Majesty, what's going on?"
Li Yuanzhao said depressedly: "Look at my father, his hair has turned a lot whiter. Why didn't I notice before that he was still standing there when the wind was so strong?"
Fang Zheng patted his back twice and said comfortingly: "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. We will return victoriously as soon as possible. My father will be very happy."
"Here, I have prepared a self-defense gift for Your Majesty." Fang Zhengyi said and took out a shiny silver object from his arms.
Li Yuanzhao's eyes narrowed: "Gun! What kind of gun is this?"
"This is called a revolver. It is the latest secretly developed pistol in Taoyuan County. It fires six bullets in a row and is easy to load. This gun is the first in the world. Your Majesty can be said to be the first person in the world to own this artifact. "
Li Yuanzhao grabbed the pistol, with undisguised joy in his eyes.
"Okay! It's indeed a good thing...Old Fang, you are so kind to me."
"That is!"
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