The key is that the rumors were like a poisonous thorn, piercing into Amin's heart. He began to worry about the decline in Xianglan Qi's strength. After all, this was the foundation for his livelihood.
Jiala'ezhen Oreb was Amin's loyal subordinate. He heard the rumors and felt that it was very worrying, so he reported it secretly to Amin to discuss countermeasures.
In response to Amin's inquiry, Oreb had already thought of a solution and said: "The letter from Twelve Beile said that someone has been sent to report to the King of Khan to send troops to the court for reinforcements. If the King of Khan increases his troops, our army's return will be smooth and smooth." thing."
Amin nodded and said: "What if King Khan ignores it?"
Oreb smiled bitterly and said: "Then we can only break through the obstacles on the road and return to Liaodong."
"But -" Oreb changed the topic and said: "We can let Dudu Beile lead the army. He is currently stationed in Anzhou and will return to the army first. This is also the normal order."
Du Du and his bannermen are outsiders anyway, and Amin doesn't like this guy. He thought they were in the same boat, because Nurhachi killed his father, but this guy rushed to flatter Huang Taiji.
"Okay, I gave the order as the coach, and he doesn't dare to disobey." Amin nodded in agreement, his face brightening slightly.
Gui Muchen, a close confidant, bowed and said: "After returning to Liaodong, Lord Beile should give a lot of the gold and silver property obtained in Korea to Daishan and Mang Gurtai. The king of Khan is famous, and Lord Beile is weak. If so, we can’t compete with it alone.”
Amin thought for a while, nodded in agreement, and said angrily: "Daishan is an old fool. Without his full support, how could the position of King Khan fall into the hands of Huang Taiji? I don't know if I can even give him gold and silver." We can’t let him wake up.”
"Yue Tuo, Shuo Tuo is dead. The two red flags don't have two strong generals. Da Baylor may be able to see through Huang Taiji's sinister intentions." Oreb said: "He may also understand that if the second Baylor and the third Baylor fall, he It’s also rare to have a happy ending.”
"It's best to fight for Mang Gurtai." Amin tapped his fingers lightly on the table and said, "If you have a rough and reckless temper, you are also the easiest to be plotted by Huang Taiji."
After a pause, Amin made another decision and said: "Divide most of the gold and silver money and reward them all to the soldiers. How can we treat them badly when we follow Benbeile to fight in Korea?"
Winning people's hearts, especially those of Xianglan Banner officers and soldiers, will be his capital that Amin will not let others take advantage of, and must be firmly grasped.
The former domineering attitude turned into the fearful and cautious one now. Amin's change shows the power of rumors and the power of psychological attacks.
What's more, from a historical point of view, this is not a rumor, but a fact. It is the secret of Huang Taiji's heart revealed. Sending Amin to attack the dynasty is indeed the first step in his family's world plan.
Amin is also an idiot, and he only realizes it now. It is impossible to be self-reliant in North Korea. Not to mention the resistance of the North Koreans, even the few Belles who followed him into the North are also monitoring him.
The blank wasted the men and horses with the blue flag, what did Amin gain?
Even if the gold and silver treasures are swallowed up, they can still run away. If he is taken down, doesn't it still belong to the Khan King Huang Taiji?
The grain and grass supplies are even less likely to belong to the Xianglan Banner. Huang Taiji is the king of Khan, so it would be benevolent to give more to the Xianglan Banner. If Amin tyrannizes and refuses to give it, the other Seven Banners will be offended.
Thinking about it this way, Amin felt really aggrieved. All he had to do was make wedding clothes for others, and his work was in vain.
Yu Houjin had great achievements, but it was really useless. How about his father Shuerhaqi, who made countless contributions to Nurhachi Khan, but he was still executed.
What's more, since Huang Taiji succeeded to the throne, Amin has repeatedly disobeyed, how could he not know it? Huang Taiji has been holding back, but his foundation is not stable, and he has all the accounts to remember!
After discussing with his cronies, Amin felt a little at ease, passed down the command to the generals, and began to gather his subordinates in preparation for retreat.
Now, gold, silver, money and food and supplies are no longer too important to Amin. He wants to try to let Xianglan Banner return to Liaodong with less loss. With the strength in hand, Huang Taiji does not dare to touch him easily.
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Shenyang.
The news that Yue Tuo and Shuo Tuo were killed in battle, and the messenger sent by Azig, a few days apart, gave Huang Taiji and Houjin high-level officials two great shocks.
They had rebelled against the Ming Dynasty since they built themselves, and had won many battles. Although there were some battle losses, the death of Baylor in battle was the first of its kind.
Attacking North Korea and attacking Dongjiang Town at the same time were the two purposes of launching the war. But from now on, it seems that neither of them has been perfectly realized.
Although they were opposed by Daishan and others before the attack on North Korea, they did not attach importance to the strength of North Korea, but adhered to Lao Nu's policy towards North Korea when he was still alive, focusing on the relationship with the Ming Dynasty and the Mongolian tribes. .
Therefore, when such a heavy setback occurred, even the hard-liners on North Korea, including Huang Taiji, were shocked and could not believe it.
"Ajige hopes to send reinforcements from Liaodong to ensure the safety of Yizhou and Longchuan and ensure a safe retreat for the main forces attacking the dynasty." Huang Taiji glanced at the crowd of His Highness, and then turned his attention to Daishan and Mang Gurtai. Asked: "Big Baylor, Three Baylor, what do you think should be done?"
Daishan's demeanor was a little decadent. Although his two sons were at odds with him, it was all in the past. As brave generals who were accustomed to fighting, these two sons were the main pillars of the two red flags.
"Amin's troops are in Pyongyang and Pingshan waiting for an oath of alliance with North Korea. The delay has been too long."
Daishan lowered his eyelids and his slightly hoarse voice echoed in the hall, "As long as North Korea stops helping Mao Wenlong and opens the market for trading, I don't think there is any need to worry about other minor details."
"Moreover, Amin not only attacked the city but also massacred it and plundered it, arousing the resistance of the North Koreans. Even if the North Korean royal family was forced to sign an alliance under pressure, wouldn't it hold a grudge? If the situation changes in the future, wouldn't it regret it?"
"Before the attack on North Korea, I objected. The North Korean army was weak and it would be easy to defeat. Could it be possible for it to be included in the rule of the Jin Dynasty? My father Khan never directly sent troops to North Korea throughout his life. Could it be that the troops were insufficient and the combat power was insufficient? "
Huang Taiji's face looked a little ugly. Attacking the imperial court was a decision he made against all opinions. Daishan said this now, as if he was blaming him for his wrong decision.
Mang Gurtai glanced at Dai Shan, but lowered his head slightly and remained silent. He thought that at the beginning, he was a hardliner against North Korea and had the same views as Huang Taiji.
Huang Taiji didn't know yet that the rumor had reached the ears of Daishan and Mang Gurtai.
The method was very direct. Mao Wenlong and Liu Xingzuo used spies and eyeliner to reveal the secrets, and even threw them directly into the mansions of Daishan and Mang Gurtai.
Although Daishan was a man of general knowledge, he recommended Huang Taiji to the throne for the development of Houjin, but he did not want to be dominated by others. Daishan approved of the four major Baylors taking charge, and of course he did not want Huang Taiji to sit alone in the south and act alone.
Mang Gurtai also wanted to compete for the throne at first, but his evil act of matricide was collectively opposed by the Eight Banners' senior officials, so he had no choice but to give in. He was also not convinced by the young and weak Huang Taiji's succession to the throne.
Of course, Daishan did not have any rebellious intentions, but he took the opportunity to beat Huang Taiji and vent his grief for losing his son.
"Since Azig requested reinforcements, in order for our main force to return smoothly, I agree to send troops from Liaodong." After Daishan finished speaking, he looked at Huang Taiji.
Huang Taiji turned his gaze to Mang Gurtai and asked inquiringly: "Sanbeile, what do you think?"
Mang Gurtai blinked his big eyes and said: "Reinforcement, Xianglan Banner is also our army of Dajin, one of the Eight Banners, we can't just sit back and watch it suffer too much losses in North Korea."
This sounds a bit strange. Huang Taiji's eyes flashed, he pondered for a moment, and said: "I have the same idea, and I will send more troops to reinforce. But the Guan Ning Ming Army has to guard against it."
Daishan nodded and said: "The Dongjiang Army and the Koreans cannot stop Amin's main force from returning. They can only attack and harass them. Sending thousands of reinforcements into the DPRK will ensure smooth operation and the capture of the war."
Mang Gurtai said: "What Dabeile said is absolutely true. There is no need to mobilize troops. Three to five thousand fine cavalry is enough."
Huang Taiji said: "Then send troops from Fengcheng. Dongjiang Town is obviously fully supporting the DPRK and is unable to invade Liaodong."
Daishan and Mang Gurtai did not object, and the ministers below also had no objections, so the political meeting ended.
Huang Taiji, who returned to his office, felt a little depressed. Although Yue Tuo and Shuo Tuo were the sons of Dai Shan, they had made great efforts to convince his father when he supported him.
Now, both of them were killed in battle, and Huang Taiji felt sad for losing two loyal supporters. At today's political meeting, he felt the difference in the atmosphere, and he was also confused.
"King Khan, Saharian is seeking an audience outside." The personal guard came to report, interrupting Huang Taiji's thoughts.
"Let him in." Huang Taiji sat up straight.
Saharian was the third son of Daishan and one of the Baylors loyal to Huang Taiji. He stepped into the palace and bowed to see him. Sahalian did not talk nonsense. After Huang Taiji called him, he said: "King Khan, there are rumors
Already up, do you know?"
Huang Taiji asked in confusion: "What kind of rumor is it? I don't know."
Saharian took out a piece of paper and bowed to present it to Huang Taiji.
The paper is rough and the handwriting is sloppy, which shows the urgency in making it.
Huang Taiji took it and unfolded it, his eyes widened in shock and horror.
Being unmasked and revealing one's ugly true face, in full view of everyone under the spotlight, or even being completely naked, this was almost how Huang Taiji felt, although he couldn't describe it so appropriately.
Saharian took a secret look and had his own guess in his mind. It seemed that King Khan did have this intention, and it was human nature.
"This plan is insidious -" Huang Taiji slapped the sticker on the table and shouted: "It's extremely vicious."
Huang Taiji didn't know how to react for a moment. He was either frightened or angry. His most secret thoughts were revealed and he was in a state of confusion.
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Some people are often unexpected and are suspected of going to extremes. For example, Zheng Fengshou was mature and steady, but he led his troops to come overnight for reinforcements, which really surprised Guo Dajing.
Nearly two thousand Korean volunteers and many craftsmen, a large number of wooden cannons, trebuchets, mines, and most of the defense forces and supplies of Longgu Mountain City were also brought by Zheng Fengshou.
"An oath has been made." Zheng Fengshou's face was full of sorrow and helplessness. "We will pay tribute to the captives, and we will not build cities and train troops, nor will we take in those who fled... His Highness was confused by the traitor's lucky plan, and he was willing to surrender. He claimed to be peaceful but actually surrendered."
Also, it’s extremely humiliating.”
The incompetence of the king is all attributed to the treacherous ministers. This is the "loyalty" of ancient people.
Guo Dajing stretched out his hand and stroked his forehead, feeling quite helpless. However, he felt that this oath seemed different from that in history.
His suspicion was correct. The content of the oath that Zheng Fengshou obtained through Korean channels was concluded between Amin and the former Changjun Li Jiu, not with Injo of Joseon.
"The oath of alliance has been made, but Lord Zheng still wants to fight against the Jianlu. Does that count as disobedience to the imperial court?" Guo Dajing roughly guessed why Zheng Fengshou was out of character.
Zheng Fengshou waved his hand and said: "I have not received the imperial order, and I don't know about the oath of alliance. How can we allow them to retreat easily if we build captives to slaughter the city and plunder them?"
Guo Dajing smiled, extended his thumb, and said, "Master Zheng, you are admirable."
Zheng Fengshou smiled bitterly and said: "The humiliation is heartbreaking, but I can't change it. I can only try my best, even if I die on the battlefield."
Guo Dajing pointed to the mountains and forests in the distance and said loudly: "Looking at these great rivers and mountains, Mr. Zheng must know that there is a long way to go to protect the country. What North Korea lacks is Mr. Zheng. How can a righteous man like Mr. Cui not do it?"
Is it still useful?"
Zheng Fengshou looked at the mountains and rivers of his motherland, feeling emotional and a little more courageous.
The court is incompetent, but there are still loyalists in North Korea who are unwilling to surrender. If there are no civil servants who dare to resist, what is the difference between North Korea and the country's subjugation?
Guo Dajing turned to look at Zheng Fengshou and said with a smile: "If your court convicts Mr. Zheng, Mr. Zheng will join the Dongjiang Army. Jianlu is our common enemy, and it will be the same wherever we attack Jianlu."
Zheng Fengshou smiled and chinned his head, and said: "If it is really difficult for the motherland to tolerate it, then just follow what Mr. Guo said. In this life, I will kill prisoners, bury my bones in the green mountains, and wrap my corpses in horse leather. I will have no regrets."
Guo Dajing nodded vigorously and said with a smile: "Look, Mr. Cui and the others thought they heard the news, and they all came over in anger."
Cui Xiaoyi and others strode over, venting their emotions with anger and unwillingness.
Paying tribute to the built captives and not allowed to build cities and train troops. Just these two items are tantamount to complete surrender and being slaughtered by others.
Moreover, the suzerain state of Korea is the Ming Dynasty, and paying tribute to Jianlu means that the Houjin Dynasty established by Korea and Jianlu is an alliance between monarch and ministers. This is a big issue of principle. It is not surprising that these Koreans are filled with righteous indignation and rage.
Amin vigorously promoted the alliance he had concluded with Li Jiu, the former Changjun. In addition to showing off, he also hoped to use this to weaken the Korean people's will to resist.
Look, your court is so incompetent and cowardly that it has completely surrendered. What are you still trying to resist?
But Amin did not expect that such a humiliating oath would backfire, but instead arouse the anger of the Korean martyrs.
That's good, that's good. This guy Amin still hasn't read enough, and he doesn't understand that the Ming Dynasty's aid to Korea to fight against the Japanese was like a gift of reinvention. Korea was a die-hard vassal state of the Ming Dynasty.
If we only took the covenant oath with King Injo of Joseon, the Korean volunteers would probably not have such a big reaction. Maybe they would obey the imperial court's order and lose their will to resist.