"Your Majesty, there is no news from our clan brother. A total of 17 counties along the coast of Dongyang and Haizhou have fallen. We..." Xiao Han's heartbreaking report was also a question.

Xiao Yu's expression was changing. He never expected that the East China Sea would be so fierce. However, in more than a month, the entire coastline almost collapsed. Even Daning's best naval generals disappeared. He has now gathered naval officers from all over the country to

He was on standby in the river. He was about to set off in the next few days, but people from Yu Shengtang in Yu County suddenly came with a message from Meng Yan, which made him a little shaken. Regardless of the grudges between him and Meng Yan, relying on Meng Yan's military

He should also consider his literacy.

"Xiao Han, go and inform Xiao Zhan to return to Beijing immediately!"

"Your Majesty, do you plan to let King Guangchang command the navy?" Xiao Han was unwilling to question the emperor's order at this time, but if King Guangchang were to lead the remaining navy to fight against the Donghai people, it would probably be a disaster.

Because in Xiao Han's heart, Xiao Zhan had long since lost the courage to lead an army. After Yunmeng was captured in the battle, Xiao Zhan's courage was gone.

Xiao Yu shook his head and said with a bitter smile: "Xiao Zhan is not suitable to command the navy. I plan to let him replace Changsun Ji. The Changsun family has been in Jiangdong for many years. Although the Changsun family is not as good at water warfare as the Dongyang Zhong family, it is not much different."

Xiao Han felt a little more at ease in his heart. Changsun Ji was indeed the best choice at the moment. However, in Xiao Han's heart, he hoped that the person hidden in the palace under a pseudonym could perform better. Although that person was not suitable to be in charge of the Chinese army, if

Her naval officer might still be alive. After struggling for a long time, Xiao Han still didn't mention that person.

After Xiao Han left, Xiao Yu's temples jumped suddenly, and a bad premonition rose from the bottom of his heart. He rubbed his head irritably, picked up Meng Yan's message that had been copied in front of the desk, and jointly fought?

Xiao Yu looked at the coastline in front of the geographical map. The coastline of the Central Plains stretches from Liaodong to Chenjing, an arc and a half. Ning and Xuan are basically equally divided. However, the one closest to the East China Sea is his own side. For joint operations, the border must be opened to allow the mainland to expand.

Xuan entered. At present, more than half of Daning's navy was lost. It would not be appropriate to allow Xuan's army to pass through.

In the afternoon of the tenth day after Changsun Ji took over the command of the Navy, Duanmuyang and Chu Cheng were summoned to the palace by Xiao Yu. Duanmuyang was shocked when he saw Xiao Yu. He hadn't seen your majesty for just one day. How come your majesty has so many white hairs?

"Your Majesty, pay attention to the dragon body, you must not fall!" Duanmu Yang said anxiously, and then looked at Chu Cheng. Only at this moment did he understand why Chu Cheng paid so much attention to Donghai that day.

Chu Cheng calmed down after what happened. Everyone's attitude towards Donghai was too contemptuous that day, which led to this defeat. But what he didn't expect was that Xiao Ze would disappear. If Xiao Ze was still fighting today, he might not be so corrupt.

"Your Majesty, I think the imperial court should issue an edict to recruit troops to Dongyang and Jiangdong. Nearly half of the population in these two places live by the sea all year round. They have good water quality. Most of them have dealt with pirates. With a little training, they can go into battle immediately." Chu Cheng thought.

Too much nonsense is not as useful as useful countermeasures.

"Prime Minister, I have ordered the recruitment of fishermen from both places this morning. What we lack now is not soldiers but generals. The most important thing is the generals at the grassroots level. They are the key to the battle. I have summoned my two beloved ministers here to discuss this matter.

It's something." Xiao Yu didn't care about Chu Cheng's attitude, he had long expected that Chu Cheng would have such an attitude.

Chu Cheng and Duan Muyang looked at each other and fell into thinking. They are both people involved in national policy matters. Such personnel deployment has never been in their thinking scope. However, what your Majesty said makes sense. General command is the key point.

But the grassroots navy officers and soldiers are the key to frontline operations. In the past, the navy was defeated and almost all the grassroots officers and soldiers were injured. Now they are really stretched.

"Your Majesty, the remaining naval forces of our court are now gathered in the river. I think we can send experienced sergeants to the front line to temporarily stabilize the situation, and then send some generals to Dongyang to train troops." Duanmuyang said his method, although

He feels that this method may not be effective in the short term.

After hearing this, Chu Cheng immediately objected: "It may not be possible to achieve much results just by going to the battlefield for temporary training. It is better to send all experienced naval officers and soldiers to the front line to repel the Donghai people, and then block the coastline and temporarily abandon the coast."

"No! Half of our government's tax revenue depends on maritime trade. Once the country is locked up, let alone the decline of our government's strength, the lives of the people, the prestige of the government and even the court will be greatly reduced. What does the Prime Minister think we should do at that time?!" Duanmu

When Yang is angry, Chu Cheng's method can only resist for a while, but governing a country cannot only focus on the present.

Chu Cheng looked embarrassed, then smiled bitterly and bowed to Xiao Yu: "I am stupid, but I can't think of a better way to solve the problem."

Chu Cheng had no intention of conflict with Duanmu Yang. It was indeed not a good idea to block the country, but would the people of Donghai give them time? Donghai has been operating in the Central Plains, especially in Youdu, for many years. They must be well prepared for this launch. He thought

If Ning and Xuan joined forces, there might be a chance for a battle, but His Majesty's attitude in recalling Xiao Zhan made it clear to Chu Cheng that it was almost impossible to unite with Da Xuan.

"Two dear friends, you are dedicated to the country. The strength of the Donghai Navy is beyond our expectation. Some people have advised me to move the capital as soon as possible. What do you think?"

The two people looked shocked, and then they both frowned, moving the capital? This is a matter of who and where, why should the capital be moved? Who gave His Majesty such a suggestion.

"Don't think too much, you two, come with me." Xiao Yu sighed and waved for them to follow him to the inner study.

Chu Cheng and Duan Muyang had a lawsuit on their heads, and their doubts became more serious. After entering the inner study, Duan Muyang saw the people inside first, and instantly dispelled his doubts, because Zhong Roulan was studying geographical maps in the inner study, but now

She should be called Queen Cong, she is an expert on water, and it seems she has unique insights.

Chu Cheng didn't know much about Queen Cong's past. He had never met Zhong Roulan. He only knew that she was from a wealthy Dongyang family. However, he always felt that Queen Cong was not simple. Her demeanor was not that of a woman, but rather that of an emperor. For

Chu Cheng had always avoided this kind of person. Of course, he had no intention of intervening in the family affairs of the royal family, so he never delved into the background of Queen Cong.

"Queen, come and talk to them." Xiao Yu slumped on the chair, looking very tired. Indeed, the war was not going well, Xiao Ze was missing, and what was about to happen, all of this made him feel...

Feeling of powerlessness.

Zhong Roulan raised her eyes and glanced at Duanmu Yang and Chu Cheng, and then said: "Your Majesty, the purpose of the Donghai people is to go deep into the Central Plains. They will move up the river within three months. Jinling is their purpose. We must move the capital as soon as possible.

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"Uh, may I ask, do you think our soldiers and horses are vulnerable?" Duanmu Yang was unhappy. He felt that Zhong Roulan's judgment was a bit unfounded. The Ning Army's combat power was strong and they could break through within three months.

There are many obstacles to reaching Jinling which are nonsense.

"Huh, ignorant! The prime minister only knows the intrigues and has no idea about the horror of war. He is a waste!" Zhong Roulan responded unceremoniously.

Duanmu Yang's face turned the color of pig's liver but he didn't dare to talk back. Duan Muyang was really not good at military matters, and he couldn't get angry, so he could only turn around and look away.

Seeing that Chu Cheng was about to speak, Zhong Roulan probably wanted to refute, but she would not give Chu Cheng this chance. She only listened to Zhong Roulan say: "Seclusion is equivalent to disregarding human life! I don't know how you became such a prime minister.

Yes! Forget it if you die!"

Even if Chu Cheng was well-educated, it would be hard to keep it off when someone commented like this. After all, Xiao Yu had to step forward and Xiao Yu said: "Queen, both of them are important ministers of the country, you should respect them more."

, just tell me your opinion."

Zhong Roulan curled her lips, then pointed to the geographical map and said: "The Donghai people massacred our Central Plains people after occupying the coastal counties. Many people took the opportunity to move closer to Jinling. The Donghai people are different from the Beimu people, and their appearance is similar to mine.

The people of the Central Plains are no different. They will definitely follow the refugees deep into the hinterland of our Central Plains. Moreover, the Youzhou area has restrained many of our soldiers and horses. Although Changsun Ji is good at water warfare, he is not kind to people's hearts and defeat is inevitable, so he is here.

This expedition is just to buy time for us to move the capital, do you understand?"

Chu Cheng thought for a while and then asked: "Do you think our troops can't resist those young men? Your Majesty is not questioning it. Please make it clearer. Moving the capital is not a trivial matter."

"Humph, you are quite smart. Our war power is indeed not weak, but the Donghai people have not been operating in the Central Plains for a day or two. Look at this." After saying this, he threw a piece of paper on the desk.

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Chu Cheng was optimistic and looked shocked. When Duan Muyang saw Chu Cheng's expression, he also rushed over to take a look and shouted: "The governor of Tongzhou is actually from Donghai!"

"Your Majesty, I realized that I was wrong. It is imperative to move the capital!" Chu Cheng bowed with a big salute. This gift was for Xiao Yu and Zhong Roulan.

"So today I summoned my two dear friends to complete the matter of moving the capital. I have decided to temporarily make Luzhou the companion capital. Yu Qingwu and Xiao Zhan will meet you in Luzhou." Xiao Yu said slowly, his voice full of emotion.

desolate.

"Then your Majesty, you won't go to Luzhou?" Duanmuyang heard a different voice.

"I want to go to Youdu first and then to Xijing. I want to listen to their thoughts. Meng Yan is in Changsha now. With Meng Yan's weird thoughts, maybe they will take the opportunity to seize the opportunity. Luochen City is still in Meng Yan's hands.

In your hands, the situation of the war ahead cannot be delayed. In addition to giving me a share, I also want to give a share to the queen. There is also the matter of recruiting soldiers in the two places. You two must supervise it as soon as possible. The recruiting must be completed within three months!"

Chu Cheng was stunned for a moment, and then said in a persuasive tone: "Your Majesty, Emperor Daxuan is a person who keeps his promise. Will Your Majesty consider joining forces with Daxuan to repel the invading enemies from the East China Sea?"

Xiao Yu wanted to get angry, but he endured it when he heard that it was Chu Cheng who spoke. Chu Cheng was not only one of the prime ministers of Daning, but also his influence in the Youji army was not weak, so he endured the anger and said: "Chu Cheng

Prime Minister, we have finally gained half of our kingdom, are you going to let me give it up?!" His words were not serious, but they were very threatening.

Chu Cheng froze. He didn't expect His Majesty's view of Meng Yan to be like this. In his mind, the recent crossing agreement had already reached a balance between the two parties. Who would have thought His Majesty would be so defensive.

Duanmuyang glanced at the emperor and his wife, and quickly pulled Chu Cheng out. After leaving the palace, Duanmuyang opened his mouth to speak, "Brother Chu, Daxuan Mengyan has always been a thorn in His Majesty's heart. The Daokou Agreement is just the result of compromise between the two parties. I

I heard that Daxuan Mengyan was not happy with his meeting with His Majesty this time, and they should have completely broken up."

"But how can personal emotions interfere with family and national affairs, and bet on the life and death of the Central Plains? This is too childish." Chu Cheng still insisted on his opinion.

"You are confused! They have always been involved in family and state affairs before. I have followed His Majesty for many years. Ever since they opened the mansion alone, they have no more personal relationships to talk about. Daxuan has become stronger and stronger in these years, and it can be used in the barren land of the southwest.

How can His Majesty not be worried with today's scene? Maritime affairs are the source of wealth for our dynasty. What do you think will happen if Daxuan is involved? Also, His Majesty went to Xijing probably for the affairs of the Western Regions. The various tribes in the Western Regions have no opinion on Daxuan.

No, your majesty probably wants to appease the Western Regions and use them for my use, completely cutting off Daxuan’s business routes."

Chu Cheng was about to defend himself when he saw a wild and fast horse galloping towards the political hall, holding a red letter in his hand. This was something that only happened after a huge defeat.
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