Zheng Chenggong was stunned when he heard this. I am having a military discussion. Why don't you know the importance and suddenly intervene in a private matter? And besides, when I was in the capital, I often saw my father for a while, but I never saw him mention anything?
Although he was thinking this, when he saw Zheng Hongkui winking at him, he knew there must be something urgent.
Although Zheng Chenggong was young, it was his first time serving as a coastal defense guerrilla, and Emperor Chongzhen placed high hopes on him. At least he thought so, so he wanted to make some achievements. But that doesn't mean he's stupid!
In fact, he had heard a lot about his father's deeds, and Zheng Zhilong had also taught him. Compared to ordinary people, he had learned far more in all aspects than others. It’s just a new learning experience, and there is still a process of adaptation.
Therefore, Zheng Chenggong finally agreed and followed Zheng Hongkui into the back hall.
As soon as Zheng Hongkui entered the back hall, he said to him: "Sen'er, I am your fourth uncle. Although some words may be a bit unpleasant, they are all for your own good."
As he expected, the fourth uncle's claim that his father had something left for him was simply an excuse.
Seeing Zheng Hongkui's sincere expression, Zheng Chenggong turned serious, nodded and said, "Fourth uncle, if you have anything to say, it's okay to just say it!"
Seeing that he still listened to the advice, Zheng Hongkui felt a little relieved, and said seriously: "Our Zheng family comes from the world. This is our root and we cannot forget it. Although those in the lobby are nominally subordinates, it can be said After all, we are still brothers from Jianghu. The reason why my fourth uncle said this is to remind you that Jianghu values loyalty and saves face. You may have gone to the capital, where you have seen a lot of the royal relatives and nobles, and felt a lot of the emperor's grace, but you can This is Fujian, so you have to follow Fujian's rules. Whatever you want to do, you can get twice the result with half the effort!"
Seeing that Zheng Chenggong's face was still very serious and his attitude was serious, Zheng Hongkui softened his tone a little and said: "If you want those uncles in the lobby to work for our Zheng family, you have to make them feel comfortable, so that they Only then can we risk our lives for you! Your father has done a very good job in this regard. It is also the only way that our Zheng family can stand out from many maritime merchants and achieve these achievements today!"
"But isn't it important in the army to give both kindness and power, with clear rewards and punishments?" Zheng Chenggong showed a hint of doubt and asked seriously.
When Zheng Hongkui heard this, he didn't veto it immediately. Instead, he questioned his own words. He felt a little relieved, and then softened his tone and said firmly: "Applying kindness and power at the same time, rewards and punishments are clear. From a certain point of view, In fact, this is also a way to make the subordinates feel psychologically comfortable."
After a pause, he changed the topic and continued: "However, this does not conflict with what I just said. This is Fujian, which is different from the north. You give face to the uncles in the lobby, respect them, their You will feel more comfortable psychologically, which is also the best method for you. In subsequent contacts, let them know your methods and abilities again. Your father will be watching, and I will help you with what you want to do. , there will definitely be no other accidents. Can you understand what I say?"
"What the fourth uncle means..." Zheng Chenggong listened, pondered for a while, and then asked Zheng Hongkui seriously, "What if I have a lower profile in Fujian, don't just talk about business, and give some to the uncles in the lobby?" To save face, respect them, no, I actually respect them in my heart. In this way, can we achieve twice the result with half the effort?"
"Haha, you're right!" After hearing this, Zheng Hongkui smiled happily and said, "Yes, that's the truth. You respect them in your heart, but you also need to let them know and show it to them. People in the world are all good people. You respect me a foot, and I respect you a foot. Of course, actual benefits are also indispensable. If you perform meritorious service later, you have to win rewards for them. In this way, they will naturally be willing to work hard for you!"
After hearing this, Zheng Chenggong lowered his head, obviously thinking deeply for a while, then raised his head, looked at Zheng Hongkui, his eyes were bright, nodded seriously and said: "Fourth uncle, nephew understands!"
After finishing speaking, he solemnly clasped his hands and saluted Zheng Hongkui.
Seeing him like this, Zheng Hongkui couldn't help but smile happily.
Since ancient times, the head of the family has been greater than the sky. Zheng Zhilong is the head of the Zheng family, and the other brothers can only obey him. After Zheng Zhilong, the eldest son of the eldest son is the heir to the head of the family. Other uncles and so on, despite their seniority, must listen to the new head of the family. Just like the throne, the crown prince will be next, not other princes.
Zheng Chenggong is definitely the future leader of the Zheng family. Being able to gain his respect and his heartfelt gratitude is definitely a very gratifying thing for Zheng Hongkui.
After a while, Zheng Hongkui followed Zheng Chenggong out of the back hall and returned to the lobby to discuss matters.
The naval leaders in the lobby were all muttering to each other, and the lobby was buzzing like bees. As soon as they appeared, everyone immediately silenced their voices and looked at the two of them with a little curiosity.
Among them, some people guessed a little bit, and some people really thought that Zheng Zhilong had something important that Zheng Hongkui wanted to give to Zheng Chenggong. No matter what they were thinking, they all looked at Zheng Chenggong and waited for him to continue.
After Zheng Chenggong sat down on the main seat, he was still so serious and solemn, and said to them: "Uncles, I just remembered something and thought I could talk to you about it."
Hearing his words, Zheng Hongkui couldn't help but feel a little puzzled. In his opinion, after he gave Zheng Chenggong some guidance, Zheng Chenggong should at least change his attitude, and then chat with the uncles in the hall about daily life, get closer to each other, and ease the previous atmosphere. Unexpectedly, Zheng Chenggong is still so serious and serious, but he talks about other things when he opens his mouth?
The naval leaders in the hall didn't know what Zheng Chenggong was going to say, and their curiosity was aroused by him, so they all looked at him to see what he was going to say.
I saw Zheng Chenggong scanning every naval leader in the hall, and then said seriously: "I wonder if any of you uncles have heard that when the emperor reviewed the meritorious troops in the capital last year, the Denglai Navy was the last to appear as the finale?"
Don't mention it. This matter is just a detail of the review, and it is not a major event such as conferring a prince or a general. Although there is discussion in the capital, no one has heard about it in Fujian, which is too far away from the capital. Pass.
At this time, upon hearing that Zheng Chenggong said that the Denglai Navy was the finale of the review of the meritorious troops, the naval leaders, including Zheng Hongkui, were obviously surprised.
"What, the Denglai Navy has made its final appearance, so the brothers who went to the north will probably have their tails in the sky when they come back, right?"
"No way, I haven't heard that the Denglai Navy fought any battles during the liberation of Liaodong? It just built captives and had no navy. The Denglai Navy should have no use at all. How could it become the finale? , which one has the greatest credit?”
"Sir, are you trying to make us happy?"
"..."
It can be said that every naval leader present, including Zheng Hongkui, could not believe that the Denglai Navy would be the most valued by the emperor among the meritorious troops? This is obviously impossible!
In fact, this cannot be blamed on their ignorance, but the navy has never been the protagonist in all dynasties! Even the naval commanders are all in charge of land generals and have never been independent.
Therefore, when they suddenly heard that the navy was paid more attention than the army, they naturally subconsciously felt that this was impossible!
Seeing that their reactions were within his expectations, Zheng Chenggong nodded seriously and said: "How could I be joking in the lobby? This is absolutely true! Uncles, do you know why?"
"Why?" This time, everyone in the lobby asked almost in unison.
This answer is really too attractive for people like them who live in the sea.
"Because..." Zheng Chenggong glanced at every expectant face in the hall, drawled a long voice, and after whetting their appetites for a while, he raised his voice and said, "The emperor has told me before that the navy will definitely be used in the future. , in the future the Navy will also be a service that pays equal attention to the Army. My father is the Chief of the Navy, which did not exist before. Not only that, the Navy will also have a place in the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion in the future. If nothing else happens, My dad should be able to do that."
At this point, he did not wait for the navy leaders below to react, and said quickly: "The emperor also said similar words to my father, and also said that in the future, the Ming Dynasty will be flying on the other side of the ocean. flag. Why?”
"Why?" Zheng Chenggong's revelations were so powerful that these naval leaders with backgrounds were completely immersed in it, and they asked in unison.
Zheng Chenggong did not whet his appetite and explained quickly: "In the future, the emperor will reuse the navy and let the navy, like the Western Yi, fight for the country and reach the other side of the ocean! In the meantime, I don't know how many navy generals there will be , he will be granted the title of wife and son, and will be granted the title of marquis and general! To use a saying I heard from the prince’s side, soon, the spring of our navy will come!”
After he finished speaking, he stopped talking and just looked at the general below, with a smile finally showing on his face. This smile is also his expectation for the future Navy and his yearning for his great achievements in the Navy.
The naval leaders below suddenly exploded with excitement after hearing what Zheng Chenggong said.
As long as they are human, who doesn’t want their future to be bright? Who doesn't hope that he can have the opportunity to be a wife and a son, and to honor his ancestors? Even if they are from a martial arts background, it does not prevent them from having a progressive heart! If possible, they certainly don't want to live under the Zheng family name for the rest of their lives!
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