Capital, suburbs.
The three camps are stationed.
Yan Keng led Zhu Qizhen through it.
From time to time, they walked into each wooden room, looked at the environment where the soldiers lived, and chatted with the soldiers.
And these soldiers all looked flattered, and their voices were trembling when they spoke.
One is the pinnacle of military commanders and the chief minister of the dynasty, and the other is the emperor of the dynasty! How could he not be excited.
Zhu Qizhen, on the other hand, curiously looked at the room where the soldiers lived, touching the weapons and armor of the soldiers from time to time, and chatting with them. Everything was novel to the prince who had been rigid in the palace since he was a child.
A truly praised Holy Lord Mingjun will never be just an Emperor Wen without martial arts. It doesn't mean that he must be capable of fighting on his own, but at least he understands military affairs, dares to show his sword, and has the passion of a man.
Practice brings true knowledge. This is what Yan Ling taught him, and he has always practiced a few words unswervingly, so when he decided to let Zhu Qizhen learn military skills, he immediately took him to the three camps outside the city. Among the residents.
It has to be said that the two sons taught by Yan Ling actually have quite modern concepts, and many things are obviously different from those of the time.
If he were to change to another imperial master, he would definitely lock the emperor in the palace. How could he take him around? Only Yan Keng dared.
Of course, security issues have been taken care of. Groups of highly skilled Jinyi guards are firmly guarding the area. Under their loose robes, the two men are even more sophisticated in gold silk armor.
"My master, is this our Ming army? It's so mighty and majestic!" After looking around, Zhu Qizhen's steps jumped a little, and he seemed very happy. The martial gene still flows in the blood of the old Zhu family.
It is now March of the third year of Orthodoxy.
During this period of time, Yan Keng became Zhu Qizhen's only teacher.
Zhu Qizhen's title for him also changed from "Chen Guogong" to the more intimate "my teacher".
This also highlights a qualitative leap in the relationship between the two.
Hearing his question, Yan Keng smiled and nodded, saying:
"Your Majesty, this is the late emperor's contribution."
"In fact, since Emperor Taizong's later years, there has been a lot of corruption in the military camps, and the problem of empty pay has also seriously affected the combat effectiveness of our army. The late emperor was naturally dissatisfied, and then he took drastic measures to rectify the military camps, and we have what we have today. Effect."
"His Majesty Xuanzong is a wise monarch. He knows the importance of the army. Your Majesty, you should also remember it."
"Didn't I sort out the farmland in the previous episode? You also know that I punished a large number of officers, even beheading them, because they enslaved the military households. In this way, the soldiers became their tenants. Can this be effective in combat? ? If a foreign enemy invades, there will be a big problem!"
"No matter how hard it is, we can't hurt the army or the soldiers!"
"That's right." Yan Keng seemed to have remembered something, and suddenly said:
"Especially if we can't lack wages!"
After visiting some of the camps, he took Zhu Qizhen to the prepared high platform and beat the drum for the gathering.
The three battalions of well-trained soldiers quickly completed their assembly.
Yan Keng glanced down and could see the fanatical light in the eyes of the soldiers below.
It was a supreme honor for the emperor to visit their station in person, and every soldier of the three battalions felt honored.
"Your Majesty! Long live the Ming Dynasty!" He suddenly took the flag from the soldier next to him, slammed it on the stage, and shouted loudly.
The whole place fell silent.
Then, tens of thousands of soldiers from the three major battalions shouted in unison:
"Your Majesty! Long live the Ming Dynasty!"
The shouts of the soldiers were loud, and the sounds from the hearts of these tens of thousands of strong men seemed to shake the world, showing the powerful force of this elite guarding the capital.
The sunset is blood red, shining from the horizon, shining on the flag of the Ming Dynasty, shining brightly in everyone's eyes.
Zhu Qizhen's face was red and his eyes were shining with excitement. He was extremely excited at this time and felt that he had reached the peak of his life.
Although he usually accepted the kneeling of ministers in the court, this was the first time he felt like this! He just wished he could hold a long knife in his hand and fight with the enemy!
He opened his throat and shouted loudly in his still immature voice;
"The Ming army is mighty!"
"Long live the Ming Dynasty!"
This is the best education, better than countless times in the study with your head buried in scriptures.
…
Yan Keng took Zhu Qizhen back to the capital. It was already evening.
However, what he didn't expect was that at this moment, a fast horse came from the west and brought urgent military information.
Luchuan turned out to be so difficult this time.
The Ming army first defeated the Luchuan army several times, beheading more than 5,000 people, and achieved a small victory. However, the enemy was lured deeper into the army. The Luchuan army set up an ambush and used the Xiang army to defeat the Ming army, losing more than 20,000 people. , and the miasma happened to be severe, Mu Sheng had to order the troops to retreat.
After this battle, the morale of the Ming army was low. Mu Sheng was seriously ill and went directly because he was worried about punishment from the court.
At this time, the Luchuan army became more arrogant, and the entire western Yunnan was disrupted by them. They killed several chieftains and magistrates sent by the imperial court in an arrogant manner, while the Ming army was leaderless and was forced to be on the defensive and did not dare to send troops.
After receiving the news, Yan Keng stood in front of the map for a full half day.
He decided to send troops again to conquer Luchuan!
This is not only because of their misbehavior in the Ming Dynasty, but also for the majesty of the Ming Dynasty court.
How could the Ming Dynasty frighten the world if it couldn't level even one Luchuan River!
However, different voices came from the court.
Some ministers believe that there is no need to waste money on this. The Ming Dynasty has not been wealthy in recent years, and there are many people who think so.
But Yan Keng understands very well that no matter how poor he is, this battle must be fought!
Fortunately, at this time, Yan Keng had played a role in Zhu Qizhen's education. The emperor firmly stood on Yan Keng's side, and Yan Keng was not a vegetarian in these years. His party members gradually appeared in the court. He is not alone.
Finally, after discussion, the court decided on the strategy of sending troops.
Ming's army began to gather again.
…
In the room, Yan Keng called his son.
"This time we go to Luchuan, I want you to accompany the army." He said calmly:
"The leader this time is a British general. He is a veteran, and he has a hundred thousand troops to help him. Coupled with the troops in Yunnan, the rebels will not be able to make trouble no matter what."
"Weren't you always clamoring to go to war? Now is your chance."
"Don't embarrass me, your father!"
Although Yan Keng's words were harsh, he also had expectations. He also hoped that his son could shine on the battlefield.
His stern eyes were shining with excitement.
He is forty-two years old.
It was finally time for him to make a great contribution.
(End of chapter)
