Today's military meeting was held, and all military personnel of more than 1,000 generals from each battalion were allowed to participate. The spacious Datong accommodated more than 40 people at the same time, and it immediately seemed crowded.
After Zhang Cheng firmly sat on the first major case, he looked at the officials and generals below and was filled with emotion. Although there were many factors that led to the people below him gathering under his command, in the final analysis, he could bring them hope and benefits.
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Loyalty cannot only be maintained by those lofty slogans. In addition, it must have the most basic trust and surveillance agencies such as Dongchang and Jinyiwei to maintain high-pressure rule so that they will not dare to plot behind their backs.
trick.
But relying on these means alone is not enough. Even if a solid interest group has been formed, it will be difficult to maintain their absolute loyalty if they cannot further expand their interests.
Even if they are still loyal now, as long as the benefits they receive reach a certain level and they can no longer provide them with greater benefits, some people will have other thoughts.
In the long history, hasn't this kind of thing happened constantly?
Zhang Cheng knows that "hope" is a good means. He first makes them trust him and at the same time allows them to get some real benefits. Then he draws a "big pie" for them and makes it become their and his own.
A goal to strive for together.
In this way, with the guidance of the direction, they will always gather around themselves and follow themselves in the established direction, because there are greater benefits waiting for them ahead.
And Zhang Cheng is exactly the person who can lead them to the finish line and achieve this ultimate goal!
Of course, even so, Zhang Cheng will not give up the secret moves he made before. Thought control and surveillance agencies complement each other to make it safer.
Zhang Cheng traveled through time and achieved this achievement in just a few years. He didn't want it to be ruined by his own negligence. When he thought about it: even if all this was just a dream, he still had to gamble with his life.
Try your best and don't allow yourself to be careless in the slightest.
He wants this dream to continue forever and become a legend. Even if it only spreads in dreams, he wants to make this legend as beautiful as possible!
"Ahem."
Zhang Cheng, the general of Zhenshuo, cleared his throat first and then said: "When I came out to Zhenxuanbei, I only had a thousand men and horses. Not only were there few soldiers and generals, but I was also short of money and food. It can be said that I was stretched.
However, fortunately, Commander Jin and Commander Yan are working hard, and Cao Tongzhi, Liu Qianshi and others are fully assisting, as well as Generals Chi Shoubei, Ren Shoubei, Gao Shoubei, Xu Shoubei and other generals are loyal and courageous and serve their duties with sincerity. I declare that the north will have today.
As a result, the place is peaceful and the people are prosperous."
Jin Xinpeng took the lead and said: "Why did the general say this? It is our duty to serve the country. If we had not been lucky enough to meet the general, how could we be where we are today."
Today, the Xuanbei region has undergone such changes. The people are in good health, and the money and grain are abundant. These are all the achievements of the general. It is our blessing to be able to follow the general in this life and be driven by the general's words.
The new friend is grateful for the kindness of the general and is willing to be driven by the general. However, if he is appointed, he will serve to the death and never dare to have any ambiguity. I hope the general will understand and investigate!"
After hearing the words, all the officers and generals in the hall stood up and said: "...I hope the general will conduct reconnaissance."
Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng smiled and waved for everyone to sit down, and said to them: "Xuanbei's achievements today are not the result of me alone, but the joint efforts of all of you here."
When he said this, he paused briefly, his face straightened, and then continued: "Everyone, I will be going to the town to take up the post of commander-in-chief in the near future. Naturally, I can't pay too much attention to the North Road and East Road, so
Two highly respected people are needed to take charge here.
In addition, after Ben Bo took over as the commander-in-chief of Xuan Town, he also had to think about the garrison of the entire Xuan Mansion, so he announced a few days ago that he would reorganize six battalions of soldiers and horses, with a view to defending local areas separately, or accompanying Ben Bo on an expedition."
Zhang Cheng's bright eyes scanned the people below one by one, and said: "In the near future, the imperial court's rewards will be conveyed here. By then, many of you will be promoted and rewarded. Some things can be decided at that time.
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However, we cannot wait too long to organize the six battalions of the "Yongyi Army". We should determine the basic organization of each battalion as soon as possible so that we can jointly conduct drills after the new year. Only in this way can we form a real combat force and prepare for the upcoming rescue and suppression campaign in Henan Province.
Be prepared."
Everyone looked solemn when they heard this, especially Wang Pu, the commander-in-chief of Datong, whose expression was the strangest. He seemed to be struggling with something in his heart and could not make a decision for the moment.
Even though Ranxuan returned to normal, his expression suddenly became resolute. He stood up and clasped his fists towards Bo Yongning, Zhang Cheng said: "Uncle, please forgive me. Pu led the Datong army to aid Liaodong this time and suffered heavy casualties. Fortunately, Bo Yongning did not die."
Abandoned, thinking of my love for the unity of Datong, and vigorously supporting me, I was able to save the face of the Datong Army in the Liaodong War.
Pu is returning to Datong this time. He also wants to imitate Yong Ningbo's military training method and reorganize a new battalion. I would like to ask Uncle Yong to send an elite group of veterans to enrich the strength of our Datong army and help Wang become a new soldier.
The army is for the general to drive.
I hope you will be kind to me!"
He had just finished speaking, and before Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng could speak, Li Fuming, the commander-in-chief of Shanxi Province next to him, imitated his example, stood up and clasped his fists towards Zhang Cheng, saying: "Uncle, Fuming also has this intention, please take a look at it, general."
In view of the unity of my university, you can graciously agree to this matter and help me form an army in Shanxi.
Fu Ming is willing to go forward for my uncle, to help him quell the bandits and drive out the Tartars, even if I die on the battlefield, I will have no regrets!"
Yongning Bo and Zhang Cheng were sitting behind the first major case, looking at the two of them with piercing eyes, as if there was a trace of doubt in their expressions. He did not speak for a long time, and the atmosphere in the hall became slightly tense because of this.
Although all the officials and generals in the Xuanfu also knew that Wang Pu and Li Fuming had great intentions to move closer to Zhang Cheng, especially during the period of aiding the Liao Dynasty, they followed Zhang Cheng's lead and even hinted at their intention to surrender.
But this time is not that time. The Liaodong War has also ended. No one can say whether they still have the desire to surrender. Maybe they just want to use Zhang Cheng to help them train their troops. After all, they are a town of their own and it is difficult to effectively control them in the long term.
control.
In the silence, Uncle Yongning Zhang Cheng finally spoke, only to hear him say: "General Wang and General Li are close friends of this uncle. The three of us have a bloody friendship with each other, but I have asked you to do so."
How can I refuse it?"
As soon as Zhang Cheng's words came out, Wang Pu and Li Fuming immediately felt relieved. They breathed a sigh of relief almost at the same time, and the same smile appeared on their faces.
In fact, before the Liaodong war was still pending, the two of them had already decided to follow Zhang Cheng's lead. After that, Zhang Cheng was awarded the title of General Zhenshuo and Yongning Bo, which further strengthened their intention to surrender.
However, everyone knew one thing in their hearts. The imperial court had always strictly prohibited the commander-in-chief of each town from making friends in private, so as to avoid the formation of local powerful factions that were difficult to control. Therefore, they were very careful about this, and they did not dare to show it too obviously.
Even though everyone participating in the military meeting today was sincere and confidant, they did not dare to be careless. Wang Pu was able to say what he just said, and it was only after careful consideration that he made a decision.
But what Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng said next shocked Wang Pu and Li Fuming: "As the two commander-in-chiefs requested, I have chosen to send elite soldiers. This is what I should do. There is no doubt that this is what I want to do."
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but……"
When Zhang Cheng said this, he suddenly stopped talking. He only looked at Wang Pu and Li Fuming with intriguing eyes, which made them both panic. They didn't know what Yong Ningbo would say after the word "but".
What words to say.
"... Our Xuanfu army has always been paid in full and in full on a monthly basis, never in arrears, and rewarded for meritorious deeds. I have always valued the soldiers more than my own family. This is not the case in Datong and Shanxi.
How dare you owe them a debt!"
"Hahaha……"
After Wang Pu and Li Fuming heard this, they burst into laughter. Wang Pu said: "Of course, of course. How could we treat the soldiers of Xuan Mansion badly?"
As he spoke, he turned to look at Li Fuming beside him. After exchanging glances with him, he continued: "The soldiers of the Xuanfu have arrived in Datong, and they are the masters of the children under our command. They are ours."
The coach of the Datong Army, how could I be willing to treat the coach badly?"
Li Fuming also hurriedly added: "Yes, yes. Even if we are hungry ourselves, we cannot starve the brothers in Xuanfu."
Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng showed a satisfied smile on his face. Wang Pu and Li Fuming also felt relieved when they saw this. However, they saw a trace of worry appear on Zhang Cheng's face and said: "How can the two commanders be like this?"
, naturally it couldn’t be better.
But I still have some doubts in my heart, so I said that within one army, there are two groups of people with different treatment. As time goes by, will everyone say that it was our Xuanfu Army officers and soldiers who robbed Datong and Shanxi brothers?
A job?"
Wang Pu was stunned for a moment, and then he pursed his lips twice and was about to speak when Zhang Cheng said again: "There is a saying from ancient times, 'Don't worry about poverty, but worry about inequality.' I'm afraid that the soldiers from your two towns will be affected by the same situation."
The camp has different pay, and I have resentment in my heart. If it provokes another mutiny, wouldn't it be my fault?"
Before Wang Pu and Li Fuming could react, Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng continued: "Moreover, the reason why our Xuanfu army is called 'elite' is that although there are ways to select and train troops, the main reason is because of their sophisticated armor and equipment, and
Our Xuanfu guns and artillery are even sharper. During the war, we can kill and bombard all enemies in front of us, and we are invincible.
But the only drawback is that it costs too much money!"
Zhang Cheng spoke these words in succession, making Wang Pu and Li Fuming look ashamed. A moment later, under Zhang Cheng's gaze, Shanxi Commander-in-Chief Li Fuming said quietly: "Uncle, we
I don’t want to suffer the hardships of my sons in my own camp.
But you also know that this is the first time that we have been appointed to Shanxi, and our foundation has not yet been solidified. Although recruiting troops is still part of our responsibilities, it is difficult to do so when it comes to money and food, but it is not something that can be done by the assistant Ming.
We work in the same camp and pay the same salary, I hope you will understand me."
Wang Pu, who was standing by, was also complaining: "Forgive me, uncle, but this matter is really difficult to handle. Although Pu has been operating in Datong for many years, he can use the capital of Datong's treasury. If he manages to maintain it, he can guarantee that a battalion of soldiers will be fully paid."
But as a result, we will no longer be able to purchase armor, guns, cannons and other weapons. This is really ‘easier to think about but harder to do’!”
When Wang Pu finished saying this, he still had a dejected look on his face, but for some reason, a strange light suddenly flashed in his eyes. He looked up at Zhang Cheng and asked, "Uncle, Pu has always had a question in his heart.
, I wonder if I should ask?"
Zhang Cheng seemed to be waiting for him to ask a question, and replied with a smile: "General Wang has something to say, but it's okay to ask. Why do you and I need to meet each other?"
Wang Pu swallowed his saliva first, and then said: "Uncle, Wang Pu has been wondering in his heart, this Xuanbei border land is not as prosperous as the town, but how did he manage to raise tens of thousands of elites?
Master of 'Tiger Wolf'?"
"Hahaha……"
Zhang Cheng laughed heartily for a while, and then replied: "For no other reason than to re-measure the land and levy a merchant tax."
"But uncle, if there are many fields that already have owners, but the collection of commercial taxes is inconsistent with the national law, how can we collect grain from those fields that have owners?
As for the collection of commercial taxes, if each merchant does not agree to pay the taxes, how should they deal with it?"
The smile on Zhang Cheng's face suddenly disappeared, and his expression became solemn. He said to him in a cold tone: "The national situation is difficult, and there are rogue bandits who are running rampant. They have repeatedly broken into the state capital and kidnapped countless hungry people. The situation is huge."
difficult to stop;
The Tartars from outside have repeatedly invaded the pass, ravaged the capital, and robbed my people, their money, food, and wealth. They have almost hollowed out our important territory in the Ming Dynasty. The last time they invaded, they even attacked our sacred land in Shandong.
If these two bandits are allowed to continue to rage and grow, they will threaten the survival of our Ming Dynasty. However, this group of officials, gentry, landlords, wealthy merchants, and wealthy merchants continue to sing and dance every day, and they already have no country and no king in their hearts.
They would rather pile up grain in warehouses and let it rot and mold; beat gold and silver into large gold ingots and silver winter melons, and hide them several feet underground, rather than contribute to the country.
There is only one way to deal with this kind of countryless and kingless people who do not care about the safety of the country and the lives and deaths of the people!"
"What method is it?" Wang Pu and Li Fuming were obviously impatient, and they asked urgently in unison.
Yongning Bo Zhang Cheng said one word in a cold tone: "Kill!"
Two fierce cold gleams shot out from his eyes, he stared at Wang Pu and Li Fuming, and continued in a cold and cold tone: "What's the use of keeping the countryless and kingless people who are causing harm to the country and the people?"
Wang Pu's body trembled slightly, and a little cold sweat suddenly appeared on his forehead. After a moment, he seemed to have made a major decision at this moment, and he said with determination on his face: "Uncle,
We, Wang, have finally taken the risk.
In Datong, it is my uncle who has the final say. Whatever you say, we will do it. Everything is decided by my uncle, and Pu will resolutely implement it. For the sake of the country, for my Ming Dynasty, and for the emperor, our king Pu will never do anything.
Don’t dare be vague at all.”
Li Fuming saw Wang Pu at the side and expressed his feelings like this. Naturally, he was not to be outdone. He actually stood up, clasped his fists and saluted: "Uncle, when we were in Liaodong, we announced that the great self-reliance is one, and today Shanxi
The military affairs in the town are determined by my uncle's words, and Fu Ming will never be vague in the slightest."
"Hmph. Two cunning foxes want money, food and resources to train a new army, but they put the knife in our hands. How cunning and shameless they are!" Zhang Cheng cursed in his heart.