Walking out of the palace gate, Liu Ruyi's clothes were soaked with cold sweat!
Emperor Chongzhen's words still echoed in his ears, "Liu Aiqing, what I see in your eyes is regret, you can even say pity! I just don't understand. I am the majestic king of a country, the emperor of the Ming Dynasty!"
Why do you look at me in this way? But today, after you said this, I want to understand! However, Liu Aiqing, I can tell you with confidence! This Ming Dynasty is the Ming Dynasty of my Zhu family, but it is also the Ming Dynasty of my Chinese nation.
Ming Dynasty! I have never forgotten the disaster of Meng Yuan! As long as I still have breath, I will definitely..."
Liu Ruyi can't remember exactly what Emperor Chongzhen said later!
But Emperor Chongzhen's high-spirited expression was deeply engraved in Liu Ruyi's mind!
'The emperor guards the gate of the country, and the king dies in the country!'
Emperor Chongzhen used his own life to interpret his understanding and feelings for the Ming Dynasty!
But unfortunately, due to various restrictions and the limitations of the times, he is ultimately destined to be a tragedy!
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Returning to the Caishi Army's station outside the east gate, Liu Ruyi immediately ordered all the soldiers to observe martial law, use muskets to hold enough bullets, feed the horses enough fodder, and prepare mountain thunder to ensure that they could evacuate as soon as possible if there was a slight disturbance.
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Because, after this morning's drinking session, Liu Ruyi couldn't figure out what Emperor Chongzhen was thinking!
‘Accompanying you is like accompanying a tiger’!
Dare to tell the truth is one thing, but the most important thing is to keep your own life safe!
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In the big tent, two precious dragon incense sticks were lit, and the thin green smoke was like clouds and mist, exuding a faint and holy fragrance!
This is a luxury product that the Xiao family spent a lot of money to buy from Persians who traveled to and from West Asia and Southeast Asia. It can calm the mind, clear the brain and refresh the mind!
But at this moment, these so-called luxuries that could only be used by Muslim emperors had no effect on Liu Ruyi!
He was lying on the soft couch in a daze, staring at the knitting on the tent ceiling in trance. He no longer had the high-spirited strategizing in the past!
Within a few days, Liu Ruyi had two direct exchanges with Emperor Chongzhen, but Liu Ruyi suddenly became confused!
Although Emperor Chongzhen's performance in all aspects was not satisfactory, it cannot be denied that he can be regarded as one of the few good emperors in the 300 years since the founding of the Ming Dynasty!
But it is a pity that Emperor Chongzhen did not have the heroic ambition of Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, nor the decisiveness of Emperor Zhu Di, nor the kindness and kindness of Emperor Hongzhi. Even compared with his ancestors Zhengde, Jiajing, and Wanli, he lacked the ability to win over
The imperial means of the human heart!
The current Ming Dynasty, after Liu Ruyi's "disruption", is like a broken chess game. No one knows what will happen next!
However, Liu Ruyi has the deepest worry in her heart!
Just like what the heroic woman from Hou Shu said, "One hundred and forty thousand people were disarmed, and not a single one of them was a man!"
Even if Emperor Chongzhen was willing to fight to the death, what about his ministers?
Are they officials who fight to the death?
Just like the correct track of history, after the death of Emperor Chongzhen, whether it was King Fu, King Tang, or King Yongli of Gui who took over, which one of them could be as good as Emperor Chongzhen?
In a state of confusion, three or four days have passed!
During these days, Liu Ruyi did not go out or step forward. He just stayed quietly in the Caishi Army camp, thinking about the future and himself!
As the saying goes, 'When soldiers come, we will block it; when water comes, the earth will cover us!'
In fact, when it reaches this level, no matter how much you think about it, it’s useless!
The most important thing is to have a strong army in hand. If there is one enemy, then kill one enemy. If there are ten thousand enemies, then kill ten thousand enemies. If there are one million enemies, then kill them all!
Until no one can threaten your safety!
Until no one can threaten the security of the Chinese nation!
Just as the famous war criminal from the island country said in an interview with reporters in later generations, "No matter how many questions you ask, it's useless, because I can only speak with the steel knife in my hand!"
After thinking about the joints, Liu Ruyi felt relaxed both physically and mentally!
There is no such thing as the best of both worlds in this world!
If it really comes to that level, no matter who it is, as long as it blocks the road of history, then I'm sorry, there is only one word 'death'!
Simple and clear!
Walking out of the big tent, breathing the fresh air and feeling the warm afternoon sunshine, Liu Ruyi's heart gradually melted!
However, to Liu Ruyi's expectation, there was no news from Emperor Chongzhen during this period, as if what happened that day had never happened!
This makes Liu Ruyi a little puzzled!
It seems that at this level, Emperor Chongzhen has no choice but to maintain a tacit understanding with himself!
"General, Zhang Shan, the Minister of Rites, is here to visit!" At this time, Liu Ruyi had just stretched her body when she saw her own soldiers coming forward to report.
Liu Ruyi couldn't help but frown slightly and said displeasedly: "Didn't I tell you what I said? I won't see anyone in these days!"
The soldier hurriedly knelt on the ground and explained: "General, this, Zhangshan has visited five or six times in the past few days. This time, he directly told the subordinates that if, if the general does not see him,
He, he won’t leave today! General, you have to take care of the food!”
"Well?" Liu Ruyi couldn't help but smile when he heard this. Zhang Shan is quite a wonderful person!
"Go, ask him to come to the side tent!" Liu Ruyi waved her hand.
"Yes!" If the soldiers were granted amnesty, they quickly got up and hurried away!
Not long after, Zhang Shan, the Minister of Rites, walked quickly into the side tent with square steps!
"I am sent to Xiangyang Zhang Shan, and I have met General Zhendong!" Zhang Shan smiled slightly and bowed respectfully to Liu Ruyi!
"Haha! Mr. Zhang, it's a pleasure to meet you! Liu has been feeling unwell these past few days, so he is thanking guests behind closed doors. Mr. Zhang, don't be offended!" Liu Ruyi said with a smile.
As soon as Zhang Shan came to the mountain, he directly reported his family name. However, he did not mention his official position as Minister of Rites, but directly said that he was Xiangyang Zhang Shan. The profound meaning of this is self-evident!
Since it is such a private status, Liu Ruyi is much more casual!
The guests and hosts took their seats, and the soldiers served tea. Zhang Shan then raised his hands and said with a smile: "General Liu, hey! Don't say this. If I want to see you, it will take a lot of effort."
What a force! If the general never sees me again, I will think that I have offended the general somewhere!"
"Haha! Brother Zhang, please don't try to hurt Liu! You and I are acquaintances and comrades-in-arms, so why bother with such nonsense!" Liu Ruyi picked up the teacup, took a sip, and smiled at Zhang Shan!
Zhang Shan's eyes lit up when he heard about 'comrades'!
That's right. In the court that day, he and Liu Ruyi had indeed become close comrades-in-arms!
"General Liu, after the battle at Agate Mountain, my master mentioned your name time and time again in his letters! Now, although the thief is hiding, his power is growing secretly, and my master is against me.
This is very worrying! It’s a pity that in Huguang, the family teacher lacks the help of General Liu, so there are some things that are powerless!"
Zhang Shan's words were very cryptic, but Liu Ruyi clearly understood his good intentions!
"Brother Ge and Brother Zhang are so complimentary! Alas! The situation in Liaodong is imminent now. Even if Liu has intentions, I'm afraid he won't be able to help Mr. Ge!" Liu Ruyi sighed slightly.
This is also true!
Although Xian Thief is awesome and has great influence, he is still dwarfed by the Manchus!
Today, the main opponent of the imperial court and the Caishi Army is still the Manchu Qing Dynasty who dominates Liaodong!
"Haha! The general understands your difficulties, general! However, this time, the official is here because of the situation in Liaodong!"
Zhang Shan smiled, took out a thick red cloth bag from his arms, and placed his hands in front of Liu Ruyi's eyes, "General, this situation in Liaodong is of great importance! Not only the family master, but also everyone in the court
The children of Jingchu are also very concerned about me! This is a small thing from my children of Jingchu. It is purely personal. I ask you, general, to accept it. It is also my children of Jingchu to you, to the Caishi Army, and to the Caishi Army.
A little thought about the Liaodong war situation!"
Liu Ruyi opened the red cloth bag and saw that it was a thick stack of banknotes, all of which were one thousand taels each. This stack was probably no less than one hundred thousand taels!
It seems that the nobles of the Chu Party are bleeding this time!
"Brother Zhang, what's the point of this?" Liu Ruyi gave Zhang Shan a pretentious look.
Zhang Shan hurriedly bowed his head and said, "General, this is a little bit of our Jingchu son's thoughts. Although it is a little less, it is still a little bit of our thoughts! General, you must accept it! Otherwise, the lower official may have no choice but to accept it."
Go back and explain!"
In fact, although Yang Sichang mentioned it many times, as Yang Sichang's number one disciple and the leader of the Chu Party in the DPRK, Zhang Shan was not very fond of Liu Ruyi at first!
But since that day, after the head-to-head confrontation with the Donglin Party members led by Wang Xinyi in the court, Liu Ruyi completely suppressed the momentum of Wang Xinyi and others as soon as he appeared on the scene, which really left a strong impression on Zhang Shan.
Psychological shock!
After all, he had been fighting with Wang Xinyi and others for several years, and they had always been on equal footing. How had he ever been so heartily happy?
This also made Zhang Shan re-evaluate Liu Ruyi's energy after returning!
After all, not everyone can enjoy something like the Holy Family!
Even, to put it bluntly, some people, even if they become pavilion elders, may not be as effective as Liu Ruyi's words in Emperor Chongzhen's heart!
Strength, no matter at any time, is the strongest criterion for making friends. It is reasonable for Zhang Shan to show his kindness at this time!
The most important thing is that whether it is the Chu Party or the Donglin Party, they both belong to the literati area and have extremely weak influence on the Ming army!
But in this era of wars and wars, it would be difficult for Liu Ruyi, who has the Caishi Army, known as the most powerful army in the world, to be in the limelight!
Liu Ruyi naturally understood Zhang Shan's intentions. The military strength of the Ming Dynasty was different from that of Zhao, Song, and the Manchu and Qing Dynasties!
The strongest combat power of the Ming Dynasty is basically located in the Jiubian area. The strongest one is Liaodong. However, the military power in Jiangnan of the Donglin Party and Jingchu of the Chu Party. It is obvious that the military power in these places cannot be compared with a strong army.
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The literati group needs strong military power to increase their voice in the DPRK!
But why does Liu Ruyi not need a group of subordinates who are waving flags and shouting in the court?
However, although Shandong is the hometown of Confucius and Mencius, the civil servant group is relatively weak. At this time, since Zhang Shan jumped out diligently, how can Liu Ruyi let it go?
"Haha, Brother Zhang's kindness, then Liu is not polite!" Liu Ruyi smiled and accepted the red cloth bag, and smiled at Zhang Shan!
Why did Zhang Shan not understand Liu Ruyi's intention? He was immediately overjoyed and said, "The official is here. I wish the general in advance that he will be victorious in Liaodong and that he will succeed immediately!"