In fact, it is more than just a peaceful life for ordinary people!

As an emperor, especially an emperor who did not inherit the throne by blood, Zhu Guoqiang must take the heads of his enemies as a gift for his accession to the throne. This is even the basis of the legitimacy of the throne.

Why did Zhu Laosi want the emperor to guard the country?

Why does Zhu Laosi keep sweeping the grassland?

To put it bluntly, it was to gain the legitimacy of the throne. But even so, the so-called "legitimacy" still had to be discounted for him. Even if Zhu Di could speak for himself with a knife and tame officials with a knife, in the end

Throughout his life, Zhu Di was worried and nervous about this "legality". Even the root causes of some chronic diseases in the Ming Dynasty were in this place.

Another example is the Manchu Qing Dynasty. Even if they broke the backbone of the nation with hair-cutting orders and literary inquisition, destroyed the culture of the nation, and tamed the literati of the nation. But even at the time of Qianlong, even they themselves still questioned

His own legitimacy, otherwise there would be a huge literary inquisition, lest the Han people would question it.

Legality may not seem worth mentioning, but it is related to the confidence of the entire dynasty from generation to generation.

And what is the legitimacy of Zhu Guoqiang’s throne?

It’s Li Zicheng’s head!

While he was thinking about using Li Zicheng's head to dye the crown red, Zhu Guoqiang narrowed his eyes and muttered to himself in his heart.

"Li Zicheng, now I have everything ready, I only need your head..."

While thinking about Li Zicheng's head, Zhu Guoqiang asked with a smile.

"Is there any news from Wu Sangui?"

"Your Majesty, since Wu Sangui returned to Shanhaiguan, there has been no other news."

History has amazing ingenuity. Although in this time and space, Wu Sangui did not need to lead hundreds of thousands of Ningyuan soldiers and civilians to evacuate Ningyuan, so the marching speed was faster, but Li Zicheng's attack speed was correspondingly faster. So when he arrived at Shanhaiguan

, one after another bad news reached him one after another that Tang Tong had surrendered the thieves at Juyongguan!

The men and horses in the Beijing camp also collapsed in Shahe without a fight!

The bandit army has already arrived at the city, and the capital is under fierce attack by the bandit army!

Wu Sangui once thought that Tang Tong was no match for the rebel army, but he would defend the pass, but he did not expect that he would surrender without a fight. Now that Tang Tong had surrendered, he was the only one left with King Qin's troops.

He became a lone army. How could he, Wu Sangui, fight the bandits with his own strength?

Faced with this situation, Wu Sangui had to fall into deep thought.

When he led troops into the Pass this time, he did not really want to fight to the death with the rogue bandits. Wu Sangui knew very well about his own strength. With these troops, he was not sure whether he could stop the rogue bandits' 500,000-strong army. But he

Can't violate the emperor's imperial edict? Only by entering Guan Qinwang.

But right now...

King Qin's troops and horses? If they rush quickly, the capital will be saved. If they rush slowly, the capital will fall.

What to do now?

Wu Sangui didn't even wait for him to hesitate. Just when Wu Sangui had just discussed the food and grass matters with Wang Yongji and was preparing to go out to conquer King Qin, news of the fall of the capital came over there.

In addition to being stunned, people were all concerned about the whereabouts of the emperor. Then the news came and everyone was shocked. Emperor Chongzhen’s decree passed on the throne to Zhu Ciying, the crown prince of Defan!

As for the emperor... he has already died for his country!

The emperor is dead!

Where is the new emperor?

King Qin is on his way north...no? On his way north to avenge the late emperor!

Faced with such a situation? The young Wu Sangui had no idea for a while. He was ordered to lead troops to attack King Guan Qin, but before anyone arrived, the capital fell and the emperor died for the country. If he were to be investigated? Wu Sangui

But he committed a huge crime.

Even if we don't pursue the case now, it is inevitable that the old matter will be brought up again in the future? It is a capital crime to mention this matter! Even after death, the body may be whipped.

The crime of trapping you!

Who can bear such a crime?

Just as Wu Sangui was anxiously imagining all the things that would happen in the future, someone suddenly reported:

"Governor Wang is coming from the city."

When he heard that the governor was coming, Wu Sangui was worried and rushed to the camp gate to greet him. He came at the right time, and now Wu Sangui urgently needed someone to give him advice.

Although since Yu Qian, the Ming Dynasty has emphasized civility over military affairs. Even a seventh-grade county magistrate can train a first-grade general like a grandson. But now it is different from the past. This does not even have anything to do with the earl that Wu Sangui was awarded? It is because of his status.

In the turbulent times, the governor did not have many men and had to rely on Wu Sangui's strength. Therefore, Wang Yongji was named governor, but his status was far from what he had been in the past.

In the past few days, he had been trying his best to raise food and fodder for the 50,000 Guan Ning Army, but he never thought that before the food and fodder were ready, the capital over there fell. Not only did the emperor die for his country, but the throne was also passed down to Prince De. While he was surprised,

Wang Yongji specially came to Wu Sangui to discuss the matter with him.

Wang Yongji said:

"Hundreds of thousands of rogue bandits stormed the capital. Although we were determined to serve the king and save the emperor and father, we failed in our efforts. Now that the late emperor has died for his country, the new emperor is on his way north. At present, all loyal ministers and righteous men will swear to die for the king and the country, and attack the rogue bandits regardless of the cost.

Not only can I avenge my late emperor, but I can also bring joy to my new emperor."

Wang Yongji, who knew Wu Sangui's concerns, was afraid that he would imitate Tang Tong, but he did not dare to say it clearly, so he had to express his meaning tactfully. Wu Sandu understood immediately when he heard it:

"I, Wu Sangui, received the favor of my country and led my troops to attack King Guan Qin, but I failed to save my father from danger, causing my father to die for his country. Sangui had no choice but to fight to the death with the bandits to avenge my father!"

He spoke impassionedly, and Wang Yongji nodded one after another.

They all understood the situation they were in, and the late emperor died for his country before King Qin's troops arrived. If they were investigated in the future, the new emperor would definitely take action on them.

If you don’t want to be the scapegoat, you have to make great contributions!

Surrender the thief?

To be honest, they really didn't have that intention, especially Wu Gui. If others didn't understand the general, how could he not?

The Pinglu Army... When the Pinglu Army enters the pass, let alone half a million bandits, even a million bandits will not be enough to kill. The two men couldn't help but sigh deeply while talking. Then Wang Yongji raised his head and asked:

"Uncle, this intruder has taken half a million thieves hostage. I wonder what you can do to defeat the enemy and return to Beijing?"

Wu Sangui was silent. He knew very well: He only had 50,000 troops, how could he deal with half a million arrogant bandits? What's more, the enemy had already occupied the capital. If he went there rashly, if the bandits were waiting for work, wouldn't they be falling into a trap? He only had this

If he fails to count his wealth, not only will he be unable to achieve success, but he himself and tens of thousands of Guan Ning soldiers will also be ruined.

Suddenly he lost his mind again and lowered his head without answering. Wang Yongji said again:

"Uncle, if you miss this opportunity now, I'm afraid you and I will definitely become the sinners of the Ming Dynasty in the future!"

Before he finished speaking, Wu Sangui suddenly raised his head and said:

"Sangui received special favor from the late emperor and was granted the title of earl. Even if he was ruined, it would be difficult to repay him. Sangui rushed to the rescue at night, but he was unable to save his father, causing his father to die for the country. If he has any scruples, how can he be a minister again?

?No matter what, we have to advance our troops quickly. The only way to repay the kindness of the late emperor is to fight to the death with the bandits. Even if we die on the battlefield, we are willing to do so."

Wang Yongji repeatedly raised his hands and said:

"Okay, okay. My uncle is so generous in helping the country when he is in trouble. He will definitely go down in history and be famous throughout the ages."

Wu Sangui said: "Our town does not dare to stop here for long, and we will send our troops forward tonight. Please stay in Yongping and quickly raise military pay, food and socks, and don't make Guan Ning's soldiers hungry for war."

As soon as Wang Yongji heard about raising food and fodder, he showed a bit of embarrassment and said: "Raising military pay is naturally important, but the area in eastern Hebei is very dilapidated now, and it is difficult to find enough food and pay. However, King Qin has a big job, and we should try our best to raise it. As long as we have a large army

When we arrive in Beijing, although the imperial court is poor, it can always find a way to solve the problem."

Wu Sangui asked: "In your opinion, is it still too late for our army to reach Beijing?"

Wang Yongji said: "It's hard to say this. We have no other way to serve the country. We can only do our best to wait for destiny."

Wu Sangui nodded and said, "Maybe it's too late."

Wang Yongji asked: "When will the general set off?"

Wu Sangui replied: "I want to convene a meeting with the generals immediately, and then rush to the capital immediately without delay. Please come to the meeting in person, give instructions to the generals, and say a few words to boost morale."

Of course Wang Yongji immediately agreed to Wu Sangui's request.
Chapter completed!