Emperor Chongzhen faced the ministers of civil and military affairs and said with a serious expression: "I have decided to lead the three battalions to personally march, to quell the rebellion of thieves in one fell swoop, and to restore peace to the people of the world!"
As soon as he finished saying this, everyone in the court was shocked: What, the emperor actually wanted to conquer it himself? The Ming Dynasty has been around for hundreds of years, but few emperors have ever taken the initiative to conquer the country in person!
"Your Majesty, no, the emperor's body cannot stand under the wall!" Upon hearing this, Zuodu Yushi quickly came out to advise.
Now that the Metropolitan Procuratorate is undergoing restructuring, he doesn't want the emperor to run away.
Other officials also wanted to follow up, but Emperor Chongzhen immediately took the lead and said loudly: "The bandits have risen again, and the people of the Central Plains are in dire straits. How many years have passed, can the people of the world still have a stable day? Previously, The captives were wreaking havoc, and many people's families were destroyed. At that time, I had already said that one day I would personally lead the military expedition to protect my people. Do you think I was just talking about it?"
"Taizu conquered the world by fighting. As a descendant of Taizu, why should I be afraid of going to the battlefield? Instead of staying in the Forbidden City and watching the war smoke rising, it would be better to draw a three-foot green spear, lead the Ming Dynasty's cavalry, and fight for the Ming Dynasty. My people have fought for peace. Emperor Chongzhen looked at the ministers and shouted categorically, "When Taizu entered his dream, he made it clear that only iron and blood can wipe out all the charms in the world!" I have made up my mind, this matter is settled! "
At this time, the Ming Dynasty was actually in a state of uncertainty.
The bandits who started from the northwest jumped into Shanxi and then into Henan, wreaking havoc on the Central Plains. They even conquered Fengyang, the central capital, and dug up imperial tombs. Of all the provinces in the world, few are stable.
The unrest among ethnic minorities in the northwest began during the Tianqi period. The She'an Rebellion lasted for seventeen years and affected the entire provinces of Guizhou and Sichuan. The governors of both places died in the war, and the provincial capitals Guiyang and Chengdu were trapped for a long time, which restricted the military strength of the five southwestern provinces of the Ming Dynasty. The people suffered numerous casualties, and countless money and food were consumed.
Although the She'an Rebellion has been suppressed, Ming Dynasty also paid a huge price. As a result, the An family could only continue to rule Shuixi. Because the Ming Dynasty really couldn't afford the war. If the Ming Dynasty had the strength, it would definitely take advantage of the situation and convert the Yongning area controlled by the She family into the local area.
While the She'an Rebellion was yet to be assessed, the Shapu Rebellion broke out in Yunnan, Guizhou and other places, which was also a chieftain rebellion. This Shapu Rebellion was not put down until the fall of the Ming Dynasty. It was not until the Southern Ming Dynasty that the Great Western Army led by Li Dingguo was able to pacify the situation. However, the remaining remnants were finally wiped out, and it was not until Wu Sangui was granted the title of King of Yunnan by the Manchu Qing Dynasty that it lasted for a total of thirty-five years.
The rebel force that had the greatest influence on the Ming Dynasty was naturally the Jianlu in Liaodong. Not only did it occupy the entire Liaodong, but it even entered the border from time to time to wreak havoc. It was really like a toilet, coming and leaving whenever it wanted. Moreover, at this time, the entire Mongolia, from east to west, even the relatively powerful forces in Mongolia such as Gushi Khan in the distant Tianshan Mountains, had taken refuge in Jianlu and were dominated by Jianlu.
This is not to mention the Zheng Zhilong Group on the southeast coast of the Ming Dynasty. After all, this group still belongs to the Ming Dynasty in name. It does not take the opportunity to cause trouble, but only takes the opportunity to make a fortune.
At this time, the Ming Dynasty was everywhere in the southeast, northwest and northwest. To say that it was windy and rainy is not an exaggeration at all.
At this time, if you rely on a certain minister to put down these rebellions, he will be so great that he may not be able to escape. No matter whether he is a civil official or a military general, he will probably not end well. But what if the emperor personally put down these rebellions? Then his prestige will be as high as that of Taizu Chengzu, and he will dominate the world, and no one will be dissatisfied!
From this perspective, even without the golden finger of the eavesdropping system requiring him to go to the front lines of the battlefield, it would be the best choice for Emperor Chongzhen to go to the battlefield to quell the wars everywhere.
After hearing Emperor Chongzhen's categorical announcement, the hall couldn't help but become quiet for a moment.
If there had been no victory in the Battle of Tianjin and no deterrence from two attempts at rebellion, perhaps as soon as he finished speaking, some of his ministers would have continued to object. However, at this time, no one spoke. Because of the majesty of Emperor Chongzhen, they have already experienced it.
After a while, the First Assistant Xue Guoguan bowed and said: "If Your Majesty is no longer in the capital, how will the state affairs be handled?"
He was also caught off guard and unprepared for the fact that Emperor Chongzhen suddenly wanted to lead a personal expedition.
After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen looked at him and said: "On general affairs, I will take the lead, and the cabinet, six ministers, and the ceremonial supervisor will discuss it together. If you can't decide, report it to me immediately."
He personally watched and watched Xue Guoguan handle the bill for nearly five months. He felt somewhat confident that Xue Guoguan could still do things with confidence. At least in principle, he can basically take the people's side into consideration.
Hearing this, Xue Guoguan felt a heavy responsibility on his shoulders, but Wang Dehua, the eunuch in charge of the ceremony, was overjoyed. Because no matter how the outer court discusses it, it will be invalid if it is not passed through him, the chief of etiquette, who holds the seal and the eunuch uses the seal. Without the emperor, his role must be important.
While he was rejoicing, he saw Emperor Chongzhen glance at him, and then called him by name: "Where is Cao Daban?"
When Dongchang Admiral Cao Huachun heard this, he immediately stepped forward to wait for the order and said: "My slave is here!"
"From now on, you will be in charge of the Great Seal of the Ceremony Supervisor."
Hearing this, Cao Huachun couldn't help but be overjoyed. You must know that the eunuch, the eunuch and the eunuch, is the most distinguished position among the twelve eunuchs in the palace, just like the chief assistant of the outer court. He didn't expect that Emperor Chongzhen would promote him at this time. It can be seen that it is time for the performance during this period to satisfy the emperor.
Full of joy, he quickly accepted the order and said: "I obey the order!"
Wang Dehua next to him was dumbfounded. Just a moment after he was happy, his seat was actually taken by the eunuch Cao Huachun. What happened? Could it be that he is being transferred to Zhangdong Factory?
Thinking about the Dongchang that came during this time, it seems to be very majestic. Although the status is not as high as that of the eunuch who is responsible for the ceremony, it is still acceptable. It seems that we can only make do with it, and wait until we find out why the emperor did this!
Just as he was thinking this, he heard Emperor Chongzhen call his name again: "Where is Wang Cheng'en?"
"Is your servant here?" Wang Chengen, who was used to being a transparent person, was startled when he heard the emperor call his name, and he quickly bowed and waited for the order.
"From now on, you will be in charge of the East Factory. You must not slack off!"
Wang Chengen also didn't expect such an appointment, and couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. When he saw the emperor staring at him, he immediately came back to his senses and quickly replied: "I obey the order!"
He saw that during this period, Cao Huachun, as the admiral of Dongchang, had turned a lot grayer. Compared with today's position of Royal Horse Supervisor, Palm Print Eunuch, Dongchang Admiral is not too hard at all. However, the emperor promoted him to be the admiral of the East Factory, which showed the emperor's trust, so he was also happy in his heart.
However, Wang Dehua next to him was completely stupid, because the position of Admiral of Dongchang was gone again.
"Where is Wang Dehua?"
Hearing that the emperor finally called his name, Wang Dehua quickly bowed and said: "My servant is here!"
"From now on, you will be in charge of the Royal Horse Supervisor!"
"My slave obeys the order!" Wang Dehua sighed in his heart upon hearing this. Although he was extremely reluctant, he immediately agreed.
The emperor has made it clear that he will lead three battalions on the expedition, which means that he, the eunuch of the imperial horse supervisor, can actually control no one at all. But fortunately, there is still a war situation to manage.
He was thinking about this, but unexpectedly Emperor Chongzhen ordered him again: "In the War Bureau, it is related to the innovation of ordnance and equipment and the craftsman system. I have already explained the relevant matters and there must be no changes. In addition, wait for Bi Maokang. After Bi Qing takes office, you must cooperate with him and don't neglect him!"
"..." Wang Dehua no longer knew what to say, but if he faced others, he might have to say a curse word. But in front of the emperor, he could only say "I obey the order!"
He didn't dare to show any dissatisfaction in his words and deeds.
But at the same time, he decided in his heart that he must check carefully to find out what aspects of himself he had, and whether he dissatisfied the emperor? Or is it that someone has complained? Could it be...
Thinking of this, he secretly glanced at Cao Huachun, who was standing there neatly. Damn it, maybe it's him. He has defeated Wang Zhixin before, and now he has taken away his position again!
Xue Guoguan next to him didn't care that Wang Dehua was transferred. He only considered the emperor's safety. At this time, when he heard that Emperor Chongzhen seemed to be silent, he said again: "Your Majesty, how about appointing the Governor of Baoding, the Governor of Jiliao or the Governor of Xuanda to accompany you?"
When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he understood what he meant. Lu Xiangsheng, Sun Chuanting and Hong Chengchou had already proven themselves to be capable commanders; therefore, if a few of them were assigned to accompany him, he would be more confident.
However, Emperor Chongzhen still shook his head and said: "The three of them all have to guard against the Liaodong rebels, and they all have their own affairs to be busy with. I can't ignore one and ignore the other, and transfer them again before they do anything. The new governor of the five provinces, Chen Qiyu, He also has experience in leading an army to chase down bandits, so I can trust him."
Having said this, he paused and then said seriously: "The biggest reason why it is difficult to pacify the bandits is not that our officers and soldiers cannot defeat the bandits, but that the subsequent disaster relief and appeasement cannot keep up. I will personally drive and conquer, The most important thing is to solve this, understand?"
Indeed, no one can solve this matter more efficiently and effectively than the emperor himself!
Therefore, after listening to his words, Xue Guoguan and others made no further comments.
Of course, the most important point is that Emperor Chongzhen personally conquered only bandits, not built captives. If Emperor Chongzhen said that he wanted to personally conquer Liaodong, a large number of people would probably oppose it to the death.
As a result, Emperor Chongzhen issued an imperial edict, telling the world that he would personally conquer the country, exterminate the rebels, and restore peace to the people of the Ming Dynasty.
At the same time, various places were ordered to raise military rations, and Jiangnan and other places also had to transport food to Hubei and other places where bandits were causing trouble again. In areas where thieves are in trouble and in surrounding cities, be sure to hold on to the city and wait for reinforcements from the court. The three major battalions were also notified and stepped up their army preparations to prepare for departure.
After issuing these decrees, Emperor Chongzhen retired from the court and returned to the palace. On the Queen's side, he also had something to explain.
When he just left the main hall, he found that his eyes dimmed slightly and words began to appear again.
Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but feel secretly happy, so he stood still outside the palace, as if looking up at the sky, but actually he was reading the text displayed by the system.
"In the troubled times at the end of the Ming Dynasty, only the emperor can turn things around and revive the Ming Dynasty. My emperor, with the previous efforts, has the foundation to conquer the world. Go ahead, with a golden sword and an iron horse, swallow up thousands of miles like a tiger, and conquer all who are not convinced. , restore the majesty of the emperor, and give the Ming Dynasty a prosperous age!"
"To celebrate the host taking a crucial step, we specially send eavesdropping seeds to build momentum. Choose: one Grade A eavesdropping seed, or two Grade B eavesdropping seeds, or three Grade C eavesdropping seeds, please choose!"
Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but feel happy after reading it. After thinking for a moment, he chose two Class B eavesdropping seeds. For this expedition, the eavesdropping range of a thousand miles in radius should be enough. If you choose a Class A eavesdropping seed, although there is no restriction on the eavesdropping distance, the number of eavesdropping seeds currently is too small. For the time being, it is better to have more eavesdropping seeds.
Seeing the emperor stopping at the door, he just looked up at the sky. Civil and military officials headed by Xue Guoguan were watching from behind.
Regarding this, most of them were thinking that it seemed that the emperor was not so confident in making the decision to go on a personal expedition! Looking up at the sky, are you praying to Taizu for his blessing? In order to end the chaos everywhere, the emperor really worked hard!
Thinking like this, many conscientious ministers couldn't help but feel ashamed. This is all due to the incompetence of the ministers, which is why your father is allowed to lead the army on his own!
Emperor Chongzhen didn't know that he was misunderstood by the courtiers behind him just after reading the system text for a while.
After he returned to the harem, he announced his decision. At the same time, he told Queen Zhou that the Royal Textile Factory must take a good look at it. The craftsman system of the Military War Bureau was also suitable for textile workers. The specific matters will be taken care of by the people below. What the Queen has to do is to ensure that no one dares to interfere in the textile factory.
Finally, he also told Queen Zhou: "After I leave Beijing, the prince will supervise the country. But because he is too young, political affairs will be decided by the cabinet and the ceremonial supervisor. Important or undecidable matters will be reported to me immediately. . You must take good care of the affairs in the palace for me, and don’t cause any trouble, so that I can have no worries!”
After he finished speaking, Queen Zhou recovered from the shock and knew that she could no longer advise the emperor, so she said to him: "Your Majesty must be careful! Your Majesty must not be worried or distracted by matters in the palace."
Having said this, she gave another piece of good news. She had previously asked the Royal Textile Factory to make three battalions of military uniforms, and they had just completed them.
When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he couldn't help but smile and praise: "This is a good sign!"
Before the three major battalions go on an expedition, not only can they change their military uniforms, but also all other equipment, as long as it is in stock. The advantage of the Royal Forest Army was reflected at this time. An ordinary army would not have this capital.
When the army sets off, it doesn't mean they can leave just by walking. What's more, it's a military expedition in person, so there are even more things to prepare for.
At this moment, an army arrived on the outskirts of Beijing.
