Once the two armies face each other, the offense and defense are equal. Of course, you can't control when the enemy attacks, nor can you control the weather conditions when the battle takes place. But if you fight against the city, you seem to be able to choose the most advantageous time to attack.
The most favorable weather conditions.
Judging from the current situation, the proportion of Annan soldiers equipped with firecrackers is not low. Although they have not been used normally, Zhu Yongxing still regards them as a threat. If the wind direction is favorable, the Ming army's firearms advantage can be used, and
Weaken the power of the Annan Army's fire cannons.
After thinking about it, Zhu Yongxing felt that he should modify his strategy and conduct a battle outside Yen Bai City with a choice of time. Of course, he had no intention of acting arbitrarily, but was prepared to discuss it with the generals to see if it was appropriate.
On this point, Zhu Yongxing did a good job and showed a humble side. After all, he did not think that he was a famous general, but felt that using collective wisdom was a very good way and could lay the foundation for the implementation of the staff system in the military in the future.
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There was a gentle knock on the door, and Yang Guoxiang came in to report an unexpected news. Li Weizuo, the Minister of Rites, and the Siamese envoy arrived in Yen Bai.
How did they come here? Zhu Yongxing was a little surprised, but without further delay, he asked Yang Guoxiang to place the Siamese envoy in the west courtyard of the Duke's Mansion. He first summoned Li Weizuo to find out the specific situation.
Li Weizuo came to meet him in a short time. More than a month of running around made him seem to have lost a lot of weight.
"With a great reputation, no gifts are required." Zhu Yongxing came to the door to greet him, stretched out his hand to stop Li Weizuo's gift, and looked at his face with sighs, "I have lost weight and become darker, it is really hard work."
"The lower official is to revitalize the Ming Dynasty. I will help His Highness Qingtian, and I dare not say anything about the hardships." In order to facilitate his mission, Li Weizuo was awarded the title of Minister of Rites by Zhu Yongxing. He was promoted several levels. Now he saw Zhu Yongxing personally greeting him with courtesy. He was quite moved.
"Come, let's talk in the room." Zhu Yongxing and Li Weizuo came inside and took their seats. Another person offered fragrant tea. Zhu Yongxing waved his hand, and they were the only two people left in the room.
"Your Highness." Li Weizuo didn't wait for Zhu Yongxing to ask, so he handed over his hand and said, "Xia Guan's mission to Siam was quite smooth. The king summoned him, treated him with great courtesy, and took the imperial edict of Shenzong, collated it, and combined it to express his attachment to me, the Ming Dynasty. Later.
When I heard that His Highness was staying behind for the imperial court and had left Burma and entered Yunnan, I sent an envoy to contact you. He brought a lot of gifts and was willing to donate elephants and horses to help our Ming army recover Yunnan. After entering Yunnan with the envoy, I paid a visit to His Highness Jin.
, His Highness the Jin Dynasty warmly entertained the envoys, and ordered Pingyang Hou Jin Tongwu to lead an army to move to the scenic spot in order to receive supplies. The Siamese envoy heard that His Highness had led the army eastward to Annan. He followed his officials and came to see him. Along the way, His Majesty the Jin Dynasty
We sent soldiers and horses to escort us as far as Laojie. Yi Changshi also sent people to send ships to carry us with us. Unexpectedly, our army was so outnumbered that we had already reached Anpei."
Although the explanation was brief, it was made clear. Zhu Yongxing smiled and nodded, indicating to Li Weizuo to drink tea. He stroked the tea bowl and fell into deep thought.
Siam is a loyal supporter of the Ming Dynasty, so it is not unexpected that the mission goes smoothly. He is a member of the royal family. He is nominally higher than the King of Jin Li Dingguo, so it is reasonable for the Siamese envoy to come to visit. But in fact, it is
Is it that simple? Or, this is also an opportunity to show the Siamese envoys, so that Siam's support will be stronger and they will work harder.
"What is the current domestic situation in Siam?" Zhu Yongxing raised his head and asked Li Weizuo, wanting to get more information.
"This -" Li Weizuo blushed slightly, obviously not knowing much, and muttered: "I heard that there is a war with Myanmar in northern Siam, and both sides are attacking and defending each other."
Are these worldly enemies and sworn enemies still at each other's throats? Zhu Yongxing smiled slightly and praised: "This is enough. He is famous. Please tell me about the temperament, temperament, and hobbies of this Siamese envoy."
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In ancient times, the Kingdom of Siam took Ayutthaya (north of present-day Bangkok, meaning the invincible city) as its capital, and was also known as the Ayutthaya Dynasty.
From the mid-16th century to the early 19th century, Siam and Burma fought a long-term war to annex land, plunder labor, and gain political and economic advantages in Indochina. Generally speaking, Siam was at a disadvantage, and the capital was once
It was conquered and its independence was lost.
Because of this, Zhu Yongxing believes that the best way to win Siam's full support is to help it militarily. Based on the current conditions of the Ming army, the only thing that can be used seems to be the bombing cannon.
The manufacturing of the Hongtian Cannon is simple and does not involve any high technology. It is just an innovation and development in thinking. Moreover, Zhu Yongxing does not think that the secret of the Hongtian Cannon can always be kept. It will only take about a year. When he imagines
Once the bronze cannons are manufactured, this crude weapon will be gradually eliminated. Therefore, if he can exchange the sky-blasting cannon for something he urgently needs, it should be worth the money.
With the current technical conditions, it would be very difficult and passive to keep a weapon without special technology secret. Only through continuous development and innovation can we maintain the advantage over the enemy's equipment. This is something Zhu Yongxing has always firmly believed.
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"The need for elephants and horses is not urgent." After listening to Li Weizuo's story, Zhu Yongxing said thoughtfully: "Food is the most important thing, and then buffalo, which is also urgently needed. Of course, we don't ask for it shamelessly, but pay in installments
, that is, you owe part first, and the rest is settled every six months or one year.”
"These conditions are not harsh. I want to come to the Siamese Parliament and agree." Li Weizuo kept the conditions mentioned by Zhu Yongxing in mind and said with a relaxed smile.
"Temporary support and long-term cooperation are two different things." Zhu Yongxing shook his head slightly and said: "After all, no one is willing to make a loss-making business. If our defeat is really determined, the general trend will be difficult to change-"
"No." Li Weizuo said anxiously: "Your Highness is wise and powerful. First he won the great victory in Tengchong, and now he conquers Annan. He will definitely be able to reverse the defeat and revive the Ming Dynasty."
Zhu Yongxing smiled bitterly, but he still nodded and said: "Mingyuan, you have a word with the Siamese envoy first, and I will summon them tomorrow. We must let them stay longer to see our army defeat Annan."
Only after this success can the cooperation between the two companies be long-term."
How long will the unilateral selfless contribution last? Zhu Yongxing has such doubts, so he would rather regard the assistance that Siam has promised as a back-and-forth cooperation, rather than naively thinking that he can get whatever he wants. If it is natural, it should be like this.
Psychologically, he felt that it would not last long.
The more help you have, the more powerful you are. At this critical moment, help is especially valuable. In order to achieve his great cause, Zhu Yongxing must find and maintain every valuable ally. He still pretends to be a great power in China, and that is to save face and suffer.
Of course, this is different from being groveling, and Zhu Yongxing cannot do such a thing. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation.