Chapter 154 It’s better to lose
"The good time will be when Fu Youde returns from defeat."
Li Qi fell into deep thought.
Based purely on self-interest, it is most appropriate for Li Qi to do this.
Sometimes, it doesn't matter whether something is correct or not. What matters is whether this thing can bring any benefit to yourself. Even if you do the right thing, if it brings losses to yourself. That's just not true.
Only children tell the difference between right and wrong. Adults only talk about pros and cons.
But Li Qi also had a worry in his heart. He said: "Uncles, if the one in Beijing really gains power, it will not be our blessing. The front line is all supported by Fu Youde. If Fu Youde loses, it will be difficult for us. A good thing."...
"Master, you have seen too few things." The old man said: "Beijing is just a small place, and the imperial court has the manpower and material resources in the world. If Zhu Xiongying ascends the throne, he will use all his troops and horses to attack Nanjing. Maybe there can be a glimmer of hope. Life. But he is attached to the fundamental place and fights against the heavenly soldiers. That is a big mistake."
"The number of winners and losers has been determined a long time ago. Even if Fu Youde loses a few games, it will not be a big problem. The imperial court can afford to lose, but Beijing may not be able to win."
I have to say that the team Li Shanchang left for Li Qi is capable.
If you exclude the variable of technological progress brought about by He Xi, this judgment is completely correct.
Historically, in the third year of the Jingnan campaign, King Yan could no longer fight. Fighting with the Southern Army in Datong, Liaodong, Zhending, Cangzhou, and Shandong. In many places, it's all about grabbing and abandoning. The Confederate army defeated one army after another.
Only then did King Yan make up his mind and make a desperate move. Throw the whip and go south. There were also defeats along the way, so much so that all the soldiers hesitated. King Yan still moved forward. Only then did they really have to cross the river and capture Nanjing. Before crossing the river, the area controlled by King Yan was just a straight line from Beijing to Nanjing.
If you calculate it carefully, it's not much at all.
This is the comparison of national power before the industrial revolution.
Facing the imperial court with an absolute advantage, the best strategy for the vassal king to rebel is to go straight to the capital. Take down the emperor.
It's just that there is one more He Xi in the world.
The comparison of national strength immediately became different.
Although manpower is still an important factor in measuring national strength, it is no longer the most important.
These people are living in the previous version. Even though some people have the future already read to them. However, due to their own knowledge structure, they were unable to understand what they were really facing.
Perhaps you can only know by truly experiencing it.
Li Qi didn't think so much at this moment, he was convinced. He pondered for a moment and said, "What should I do about this matter? Should I object?"
"No. We can't come forward to object. This is not conducive to winning people's hearts in the future. But we don't object. It doesn't mean that others don't object." The old man slightly twisted his beard and said, "Just let Prime Minister Fang know these contents. I don't believe it. Fang Xiaoru and others can tolerate it. In the future, the backbone of the Ming army will be He Xi’s disciples. That’s ridiculous.”
When Li Qi heard this, he couldn't help but smile. Said: "Yes. I also want to see what kind of judgment these old masters will make."
The core ideas of the entire military system have nothing to do with Confucianism. It is more of a large-scale application of mathematics, which is obviously He Xi's idea. These Confucian officials hated He Xi deeply and were determined not to give He Xi a chance to stand up.
Especially to integrate He Xi's thoughts with the army.
If this is really done. Then some of He Xi's ideas took root in the Ming Dynasty.
This is what they don't want to see.
As for whether the Ming army won or not, they didn't care too much. Or according to their logic, Wang Shiben should be the benevolent and invincible. Wherever it passes, look for the wind to fall. If you can't do this, it's not Master Wang's fault. It's the whole world's fault.
People in the world dare to fight against the king's father and the king's master. That's a heinous crime.
Or maybe it's the general's fault. But it's not their fault.
This is a battle of orthodoxy. I am determined not to give in.
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Li Qihui regretted not seeing this wonderful show with his own eyes.
Li Qi gave the contents of Fu Youde's memorial to Fang Xiaoru through his channels.
Fang Xiaoru fell into confusion. We can only discuss it with our own people.
Fang Xiaoru's confusion is simple, that is, he believes in Fu Youde's ability and judgment. Fu Youde proposed such an almost impossible plan, which made Fang Xiaoru more aware of the crisis on the front line.
But what can Fang Xiaoru do?
Over the past year, it has been a pleasure to say hello in Nanjing. It has become a sin. Under such circumstances, let alone his 180-degree turn, let's see how he will execute it. Just the opinions of most of his subordinates. He can guess it all.
They would never let He Xi's disciples hide in a secret place and linger.
He will not let He Xi's disciples and grandchildren be associated with the army.
This trend cannot be changed by Fang Xiaoru himself.
After Fang Xiaoru asked the people below to circulate it, he said calmly: "Let's discuss it."
"What is there to discuss? What is there to discuss?" Zhuo Jing said: "My great soldiers of tomorrow are sweeping the world. Could it be that they were able to fight before, but now they can't? Besides, look at the people they want to choose. What? Staff officer, I just changed my name when I joined the army in ancient times. Not to mention people from the holy sect, but they do some small tricks. What thieves are these people taught by? I won’t say anything else. I just ask, I Let me ask, there are really so many people available. Are you relieved? Aren’t you afraid that the frontline troops will defect?"
"This is an absolute no-no."
"I see that Fu Youde has selfish motives in this matter."
Zhuo Jing's words made many people nod secretly.
There is no denying that among some civil servants, there are people who can lead troops in war. But most civilian officials are at a loss about the military. They couldn't see any mystery from Fu Youde's reform plan. But he is very sensitive to political sense.
Fu Youde's incident in this matter clearly touched the backbone of these people.
At this moment, Zhuo Jing was not talking about his own thoughts, but the thoughts of quite a few people.
"Tell me, what selfish motives does Duke Ying have?" Qi De asked.
Qi De is the Minister of the Ministry of War at the moment, even though he has great power now. The real strategic power does not lie in the hands of the Minister of War, but as the Minister of War, Qi De naturally has access to first-hand information on the battlefield. He is also the one who best understands Fu Youde's reform plan.
Although I can't fully understand it. But one thing was clear to him.
He could understand how powerful Fu Youde was in the military. He has gained a foothold in the military. Because only by entering the door can you understand the mysteries of many of Fu Youde's decisions. But for most civil servants, as laymen, they don't understand and don't bother to understand.
The reasons given are of course ridiculous.
Zhuo Jing said: "It is natural to support the troops and respect themselves. I want to take the frontline troops as my own. In order to blackmail the imperial court, the so-called military reform is just a means to blackmail the imperial court. It is essentially a cleansing of the army. In order to achieve the goal of self-respect. Purpose."
As soon as Zhuo Jing said this, everyone started talking. I think it's a bit too much.
This Fu Youde is not to this extent. And even if it was to be done, it shouldn’t be now.
Only after Beijing is pacified will he have enough room for strategic maneuver.
Qi De said: "Master Zhuo, be careful what you say. Ying Guogong is the pillar of the imperial court, and he is also the father-in-law of His Majesty. He cannot be slandered casually. If you say something without any basis, you are not afraid of His Majesty's condemnation."
"What crime do I have to do to eliminate women's crimes for my country?" Zhuo Jing said.
"Who is the female cadre?" Zi De said: "Why do you say that others are female cadres? Are you unjustly accusing people without any basis?"
The two became more and more quarrelsome. Almost a fight.
"Okay." Fang Xiaoru said, "Today we are here to discuss matters. We are not here to scold you... Stop talking nonsense, Qi De.
You tell me what you think. "
"Thank you, Lord Chief Assistant." Qi De saluted and said, "This is from the perspective of your Majesty. Not only should you not object to this matter, but you should strongly support it and advocate for it in front of His Majesty."
"Oh?" Fang Xiaoru's heart moved and she said, "Why?"
