Zhu Yunzhen thought about sending someone else, but soon decided that he had to go himself.
He is the only person who truly understands the terrifying power of modern firearms.
Although the guns equipped by this new army are still far from the modern armies of later generations.
But compared to this era, it is completely a dimensionality reduction blow.
However, those who do not understand its power will definitely despise him.
If Zheng He was allowed to lead an army on an expedition, how would local officials and other armies view this new army?
Will it be deliberately difficult?
Zhu Yunzhen was not sure about creating conflicts or even breaking out conflicts.
But once it happens, it will undoubtedly cast a layer of snow on the future development of the New Army.
"No!" Lao Zhu immediately rejected his suggestion.
"Isn't it a trivial matter to march and fight? There will be wars and thieves running around, not to mention there may be plagues."
Lao Zhu said: "You are the emperor's favorite grandson and the crown prince of the Ming Dynasty. You are the foundation of the country. If something unexpected happens, it will endanger the country."
"If a gentleman doesn't stand behind a dangerous wall, we can't let you go."
He was really scared.
His grandson Zhu Xiongying went on an inspection tour with Zhu Biao. When he was riding with the soldiers, he fainted and fell from the horse. The examination found that he was infected with bean disease. The imperial doctor was unable to treat him and could only watch him die.
Later, Zhu Biao also contracted the disease during his inspection and responded to the Queen's death.
His favorite grandson and son, their deaths were all related to their patrolling.
If Zhu Yunxuan goes outside again, the front line of the battlefield will still be chaotic and chaotic. How can Lao Zhu rest assured?
"Grandpa Huang, my grandson's body is very admirable."
Zhu Yunzhen said: "My grandson can guarantee that he will not ride a horse or put himself in danger after going to Jiaxing."
"It's just a group of Japanese pirates and rebels. The Ming Dynasty has a strong army, so they can't have grandchildren."
"My grandson can use this to establish prestige in the military, so that he can better control and govern the country in the future."
He looked at Lao Zhu with a very serious expression.
Zhu Yuanzhang was stunned.
At Zhu Yunzhen's age, it was very difficult to intimidate officials or establish prestige in the army.
If he really goes to the front line to pacify the Japanese pirates and rebels, he will undoubtedly establish great prestige in the army and even the country.
It will be of great benefit to Zhu Yunxuan when he takes power and governs the country in the future.
Zhu Yunzhen can only go out while he is still alive.
As for the risks.
As long as he is properly alert, it is really difficult for the Japanese pirates and rebels to hurt him.
The only thing you really need to worry about is accidentally contracting a disease.
But I have to say that Zhu Yunxuan has been in good health since he was a child.
What's more, if you contract a disease, you can catch it when you go out, but you can't catch it while living in the palace?
Seeing his hopeful eyes, Lao Zhu's thoughts were somewhat shaken.
"How many troops are you planning to bring?" he asked in a deep voice.
Zhu Yunxuan was overjoyed. Did Lao Zhu agree to go by himself?
"It is enough to transfer five hundred capable cadet soldiers from Jinling Military Academy."
Lao Zhu smiled and said: "We have heard a lot of rumors outside, saying that the well-trained new army is not like a normal army, but more like a child's play house."
"Grandpa Huang, you must believe me. Xu'er will never do anything wrong."
"We believe in you. However, it's not enough to just take them with you."
Lao Zhu said: "Let Jiang Yu lead five hundred Jinyi guards to follow you. Remember, you are not allowed to take risks alone. If anything goes wrong, evacuate immediately."
"We can allow you to lose Jiaxing and Hangzhou. But we will never allow you to have any accidents."
Zhu Yunzhen looked up and saw Lao Zhu looking at him, his eyes full of love and reluctance.
He couldn't help but feel a ray of warmth in his heart.
Who says there is no family affection in the Tian family?
At least Lao Zhu treated him very well.
Although he occasionally tests him when he is not paying attention, it is also because he is afraid that after his death, his flesh and blood will be destroyed.
Apart from this, Lao Zhu really has nothing to say about his descendants.
"Well, Grandpa Huang, I have remembered it. I will definitely not put myself in danger and make Grandpa Huang worry."
…
After leaving Lao Zhu, Zhu Yunxi immediately made arrangements.
Now that he has decided to go out in person, there is no need to hide the news that the Japanese pirates have occupied Songjiang Mansion.
Eight hundred miles rushed to Beijing, everyone must be guessing what happened.
In addition, Jiaxing is not too far from Yingtian, so it is inevitable that there will be an influx of people fleeing.
Instead of waiting for rumors to spread and then passively avoiding them, it is better to take the initiative to announce it now.
The position of public opinion must first be occupied by oneself.
After he returned to Wenhua Palace, he immediately arranged everything.
Afterwards, he rushed to Jinling Military Academy without stopping.
…
Ministry of War.
"What? The Japanese pirates took over Songjiang Mansion?"
Qitai was shocked when he received the news.
When the storm was rising in the court, such an earth-shattering event happened outside.
When did those Japanese pirates become so powerful?
Can you even defeat Songjiang Mansion?
"Yes, this is the transfer order that has just been sent out. His Highness Taisun has already made arrangements. With Liang Guogong Lan Yu as the vanguard, 50,000 elite troops will be dispatched to suppress it."
"After Lan Yu received the order, he went to Yangshan overnight, led three thousand elite troops, and took the lead, traveling at starry night to Suzhou."
Qitai nodded.
Although he didn't like each other with the group of military officers and nobles in the court and almost didn't start fighting on the spot, he still knew the importance of the situation when rogue bandits occupied Songjiang Mansion.
Next, the Ministry of War will be busy again with the transportation of grain and grass to ensure the logistics supply of the army.
At this time, the visitor said again: "I just received the news that the emperor's grandson led 500 royal guards and 500 new troops to rush to the front line in person."
"What?"
The memorial that Qi Tai had just picked up fell to the ground with a bang.
Compared with the rogue bandits occupying Songjiang Mansion, Zhu Yunxu personally led the army to the expedition, which shocked him even more.
After all, Zhu Yunzhen is only a seven-year-old child. The front line is in chaos. Is it really appropriate for him to go?
His Majesty the Emperor actually agreed?
Right.
Although the battlefield is dangerous, it has to be said that this is an excellent opportunity for Zhu Yunxun to establish his prestige in the army.
If he could really lead the army to quell the Japanese pirates and rebels at the age of seven, it would undoubtedly become a good story worthy of being recorded in history.
Folks and even the military will regard this as a legend.
Zhu Yunzhen's prestige will once again be raised to a new height.
It will be extremely beneficial for him to control the army and take charge of the Ming Dynasty in the future.
No wonder His Majesty the Emperor agreed to let him go.
Anyway, Japanese pirates are always roaming around, and they will run away after being beaten.
They did not have the ability to confront the Ming Dynasty's regular army head-on.
Although the momentum was so great this time that even Songjiang Mansion was occupied, the plan could not last long.
In other words, no matter who is in charge, pacifying the Japanese pirates and rebels will be a matter of course.
It’s nothing more than the length of time it takes.
Why not seize the opportunity to gain record and military merit so easily, but miss it instead?
It seemed that after this battle, Zhu Yunzhen's position in the court could no longer be shaken.
Qitai thought in his heart, feeling a little unwilling.
Every effort was made to prevent Zhu Yunxuan from ascending to the throne, but in the end, all efforts were in vain.
At this moment, Huang Zicheng walked in from outside.
He couldn't help but be a little surprised.
How could he come at this time?
Just as he was thinking about it, he saw Huang Zicheng wink, and Qi Tai waved his hand to signal the people around him to retreat.
"You must have heard the news about Japanese occupation of Songjiang Mansion, right?"
Huang Zicheng's voice was urgent and full of surprise, and he said: "This is a great opportunity that comes once in all eternity. Whether we can overthrow His Highness the Grand Sun and then welcome the Emperor's eldest grandson will depend on this."
Have a healthy Dragon Boat Festival everyone!
(End of chapter)
