The war ended quickly. In only two months from beginning to end, Yan Shizhao had already won the victory and returned to the court.
After all, after the Jisu cavalry joined, the Ming army's military power had overwhelmed the Junggar tribe, so the battle went smoothly.
Although the opponent was brave and had more combat experience than the Ming army, they did not have the upper hand in terms of numbers, morale, etc. Especially when they faced Yan Shizhao, who had defeated the Tatar tribe and was said to be miraculous on the grassland. Before the fight even started, he was already three points weaker.
The Jisu army was even more brave. They charged forward and fought to the death with the Junggar cavalry. The large troops behind followed and advanced. Within ten months, their main force had been defeated. Several important gathering points were breached. Their leaders were all burdened with heavy responsibility. He was seriously injured, and several affiliated tribes were beaten to pieces.
The Junggar tribe, the strongest tribe in the Oara tribe at this time, quickly declined after this battle, losing tens of thousands of troops, and the affiliated tribes were scattered. In one fell swoop, it fell from the strongest tribe in the Oara tribe to the bottom of the four main tribes in the Oara tribe.
With the decline of the Junggar tribe, they were naturally unable to continue to occupy the vastest and most fertile grassland on the grassland. They were torn off a large piece of territory by the other three tribes, but then the remaining tribes began to A war broke out over the grassland, and disputes broke out again on the grassland.
The strategic goals can be said to have been completely or even exceeded.
Zhu Changxun also held a court meeting the day after Yan Shizhao's class.
In fact, Emperor Wuxing was not very keen on holding court meetings in the past few years. After the excitement of being an emperor wore off and the fatigue of the early dynasty was realized, the enthusiasm for going to the dynasty also faded away. Especially when Yan Chenhao came to power later, the dynasty was even less meaningful. Therefore, although it was not like Wanli who had seen each other for decades, We met less than once, but not too much.
However, since the Chief Minister was forced offline a few months ago, the court meetings have become much more frequent, so the ministers are not surprised. They also have many guesses about the purpose of the court meeting.
At this time, most of the ministers had arrived and were divided into two lines, waiting for the emperor's arrival.
Among these people, a figure in gorgeous robes stood out the most.
There was actually a python with fangs and claws on the robe, which was very similar to the emperor's dragon robe, except that one claw was missing, and it lacked the symbol of supremacy, but even so, it made the surrounding officials jealous.
He wore a sword on his waist and stood in front of all the ministers without squinting. The top of the generals was Yan Shizhao who had returned from the Northern Expedition!
The emperor gave me a python robe and swords and shoes to go to the palace!
Although with the changes in customs, the Ming Dynasty now implements "imperial gate listening to politics", and officials no longer take off their shoes, but being able to wear a sword to the palace still represents the emperor's trust and great honor.
Many ministers cast envious glances at the figure at the front of the team. This was the ultimate achievement of a minister. In the two hundred years of the Ming Dynasty, there were few who could hold this honor.
On the other hand, the Yan family took two in one breath.
Isn't this enviable?
Just when everyone was excited, Zhu Changxun came to his place with the eunuch singing.
The meeting has begun.
At this time, the emperor's face was full of joy. He looked at Yan Shizhao who was standing in front of the nobles with a smile and said with a smile:
"Chen Guogong's attack on Oara from the north severely damaged Junggar. It made the northerners dare not go south to herd horses, and made it difficult to unify the northern areas. It also promoted the reputation of the Ming Dynasty and convinced people from all over the world. This is for the country. Great job!"
"He is worthy of being a famous general of our dynasty and a descendant of King Jingping! Such achievements are like the Duke of Liang who drove the remaining Yuan Dynasty from the north and the Duke of England who conquered Jiaozhi from the south. They are both extraordinary achievements in the world!"
The emperor's words of praise resounded in the air, making the ministers present feel even more envious and slightly surprised.
Although it was a great victory this time, to be honest, not to mention compared with Lan Yu and Zhang Fu, even Yan Shizhao himself was far behind the once dazzling record of annihilating the Tatar army.
After all, the two sides were not of the same magnitude. After the large number of Jisi cavalry joined, the Ming army had an even greater advantage, and the Junggar tribe was only one of the four major tribes of Oara.
On the other side, the emperor was announcing various rewards for Yan Shizhao, including but not limited to gold, silver and jewels, praise and worship, canonizing his wife, etc. It can be said to be extremely glorious. Below, the ministers also had different ideas.
Li Ruhua narrowed his eyes slightly, he had already guessed the emperor's thoughts.
Because Yan Chenhao opposed sending troops.
Although in the end he compromised and agreed to Yan Shizhao leading the army, in the final analysis, it was the emperor's firm request that led to such an ending.
This matter has been known to most officials in the court through the mouth of the palace people.
So at this time, the more we raise the results and strategic status of this victory, the more it will show the emperor's wisdom and the chief minister's ignorance.
The emperor is quite scheming, but does he really want his wish to come true?
The corners of Li Ruhua's mouth raised, and at the same time, a voice sounded from behind him:
"The success of this battle is excellent, but it also depends on the command of Chen Guogong, and the proper use of the first and second assistants to fill the national treasury. It must not be a routine. If the army is poor, it will be difficult to win. Your Majesty should take Han Wu as a warning and imitate benevolence. Proclaim the Second Sect and govern the world with harmony, which is the right way."
The sound resounded throughout the court meeting, causing many people to look askance.
At this time, Yan Shizhao had just thanked him and stepped back. Before the smile on the emperor's face faded, he had already received a blow from this person.
This was one of the thirteen supervisory censors. His face was old-fashioned and he was thin. At first glance, he looked like a scholar who was loyal to Confucian culture. At this time, he stood up to give advice.
Zhu Changxun's face suddenly darkened, and the other party's words were very harsh, as if he was telling him that this victory was due to Chen Guogong's ability, and the capital saved by Yan Shoufu has nothing to do with you!
And he also directly cut off his idea of using this as an example for him to continue to go on expeditions in the future.
His mood instantly hit rock bottom, and anger arose, occupying his heart. He was originally elated and thought he had made great achievements, but when the other party said this, the sense of disparity immediately made him furious.
Especially at this time, Zhu Changxun was still in a sensitive period. The censor jumped out now, as if he was deliberately going against him. This reminded him of Yan Chenhao, and he felt even more unhappy.
In his mind, the shadow of Grand Ancestor Hongwu suddenly flashed across his mind. He remembered that during the Hongwu Dynasty, the emperor always said what he said and all the ministers obeyed him.
He recalled what happened before, when he wanted to restore the Hongwu system to punish corrupt officials, but was stopped by Yan Chenhao.
Could it be that he is afraid of something?
Zhu Changxun's mind changed and he had already made a decision.
He shouted angrily:
"How brave! According to you, don't I have any role? Could it be that I am a mediocre king who does nothing? Are you slandering me? What's more, Taizu Taizong also used troops on the grassland, is it possible that he can't become a saint king? 伱How intentional is that?"
"You are talking nonsense like this, how can I keep you here! If someone comes, take off his official robe and throw him into prison!"
Several Han generals immediately stepped forward, obeyed the emperor's order, pushed the old man to the ground, and directly stripped the officer off him!
At this time, the censor's eyes were full of surprise and astonishment. He just wanted to remind the emperor not to indulge in using troops, but he didn't expect that he would be slapped with a big hat by the emperor and imprisoned. !
You must know that the thirteen supervisory censors belong to Yanguan, this is their job! Every time it was discovered that the emperor was too concerned about the war, someone would stand up and say a few words to prevent the other party from indulging in martial arts. It has almost become a routine. Even Emperor Wuzong Zhengde did not do anything to them although he was unhappy.
What he didn't expect was that the Wuxing Emperor would directly punish him like this!
(End of chapter)
