Now that I have been granted the title of county king, I feel a little more balanced in my heart, but I have not obtained the imperial edict and official seal, which has to be said to be a pity. Does Ma Bao have the intention to surrender to the Qing Dynasty? From a historical perspective, he
It is not surprising that the man who led the troops to surrender a few months later now has such thoughts, although they are not that strong yet.
The situation is extremely bad, with the remaining soldiers retreating to border areas, miasma and plague, and food and grass difficulties... In such an environment, who can think of ways out for themselves and their subordinates without any selfish thoughts? How many people can do this?
Like Li Dingguo and Zhang Huangyan, how could they remain solitary and loyal no matter what hardships and hardships they face?
"Brother Ma." Ma Weixing did not address Ma Bao's new title, but said solemnly: "Since the Zheng family can provide a guide, it is better to go to Tengchong. If we get the imperial title and official seal, we can be more suitable in the future. Min
Your Highness has entered Yunnan for the first time, and you don't have many soldiers at your disposal, so if you leave early, you will get more serious. Moreover, the rainy season is approaching, and even if the Qing army is strong, it may not be able to hold on for long. Even if Your Highness Min is defeated, we can make other plans.
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The words were a little vague, but Ma Bao understood it clearly. With the imperial edict and the imperial title, one's social status would naturally be different. Even if one surrendered to the Qing army, he would be taken seriously, and the title he would receive would naturally not be comparable to that of the current Duke. Moreover, even if the Crown Prince Min was captured
The Qing army was defeated, and surrendering to the Qing army at that time was not much different from surrendering as a prince now. Furthermore, Zheng Zhaoren has already said that there are many Ming troops scattered in northwest Yunnan. When the news comes, there will always be someone who takes the lead.
It is better to go to the generals who serve in the hope of being rewarded for their reuse. Therefore, it is better to go early than to go late, and it is better to go if you don't go.
This was what he said from the bottom of his heart, and he was thinking more about himself. Ma Bao glanced at Ma Weixing gratefully, nodded slightly, and said, "Thank you dear brother for thinking about me. If that's the case, then prepare to leave for Tengchong."
"You and I share weal and woe, why bother thanking each other." Ma Weixing chuckled and said with a very generous expression: "Brother Ma has been fighting for many years and has made great achievements. He deserves to be promoted to a county king. If he doesn't accept it, how can he deserve it?"
It’s not a pity.”
"Haha." Ma Bao laughed twice, patted Ma Weixing on the shoulder, and said: "Your merits as a good brother are no less than mine. It's just a fluke this time. When I see His Highness Min, I will definitely treat you as a good brother."
Advise."
"If we only go with a lone army, I'm afraid it won't be enough." Ma Weixing rolled his eyes and said, "You can't trust Zheng's words. We are on good terms with King Hanyang, so we might as well write a letter and convey it to Zheng.
When the two armies meet and march together, they can build up their momentum."
"That's very good." Ma Bao is already the king of the county, and he is on an equal footing with Qingyang King Ma Jinzhong, so there is no question of who obeys whom, so he has no objection to this.
The two discussed for a while, and after they had agreed on everything, they sent someone to call Zheng Zhaoren. After getting an accurate and satisfactory answer, Zheng Zhaoren went down the mountain to make arrangements. Only one day later, several loads including the treatment of
Some supplies, including medicinal materials for sick people, were shipped over, which greatly helped the Ming army who was suffering from injuries and illnesses, and also strengthened the determination of Ma Bao and others to make the long journey.
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At the end of the dynasty, the eyes are full of disappointment. Under such circumstances, it is obviously unrealistic to ask others to be loyal and would rather die than surrender to the Qing army. And the best way is not to confer officials or titles, nor to encourage them with words.
Instead, use practical actions to show momentum and signs of cheering up. Even if it is temporary, it will boost people's confidence and delay their decision to surrender.
Zhu Yongxing didn't know how many people would be affected, but he had to work hard and use even the faintest light he could emit to bring a little hope to people in deep darkness. Similarly, when he moved forward fearlessly, , is also constantly affecting the people around him and adding personality charm to himself.
As the anti-Qing banner supported by all anti-Qing armed forces, Emperor Yongli never showed his own domineering power. He was coerced by Xunzhen externally and controlled by powerful ministers internally. It has become commonplace since he came to the throne to be frightened, let alone There is a desire to fight against the national calamity together.
However, Emperor Yongli's self-disruption was a heavy psychological blow to the people of the Southern Ming Dynasty who had pinned their hopes on the great cause of Zhongxing. He abandoned the country and went to Burma, living in peace, without any intention of reviving the king and seeking hegemony.
Zhu Yongxing entered Yunnan to resist the Qing Dynasty in the name of leaving his clan behind, which to a large extent eliminated the adverse effects caused by Emperor Yongli's flight to Burma. It was equivalent to raising the half-down flag of resistance to the Qing Dynasty. Zhu Ming Dynasty, Huang Ming Dynasty The clan had extraordinary appeal among the Ming army and people at that time. Not to mention that in every moment of crisis, people always hoped that a great hero or savior would appear who could turn the tide and turn things around. .
Of course, Zhu Yongxing does not think that he is a savior, and there is no savior in this world. But he hopes that on himself, on himself, a time traveler who pretends to be a clan member and forges an imperial edict. Although this responsibility is heavy, he still has to bear it. This is God. This arrangement is also the expectation of the country, the nation, and countless people with lofty ideals.
Victory, I need a victory, even if it is a small victory, or forcing the Qing army led by Zhang Yong to retreat, it is also a shot in the arm to boost the morale of the people, and a bolt of lightning that cuts through the dark night.
Zhu Yongxing thought that his request was not too high, but it was obviously not very easy to achieve this goal. Because Zhang Yong had no intention of retreating, and kept bringing supplies, and a supporting army also rushed over, the Qing army seemed I am determined to be cruel and will not give up until I defeat myself.
The posture of the Qing army looked like an all-out attack, with heavy casualties, but did the Qing army really have so many soldiers to fill in? Zhu Yongxing had doubts about his judgment again, wondering whether Zhang Yong was creating an illusion. There was some other conspiracy going on secretly. After all, he was known as a famous general, so he didn't dare to take it lightly.
But the situation was indeed changing for the better. The Qing army had reinforcements, and the Ming army also came for reinforcements. Bai Wenxuan led more than 6,000 horses out of Mubang and walked to Longchuan. After getting the exact news at Mangshi Division, he Head straight to Tengchong to meet up.
Although the troops led by Bai Wenxuan were injured a lot and were tired from the long journey, after resting for ten days and a half, they would undoubtedly be a new force, which was a key factor in Zhu Yongxing's victory. Moreover, Bai Wenxuan had a history of loyalty to resist the Qing Dynasty and support the Ming Dynasty. According to records, he was also strong and had military capabilities. At the end of the Southern Ming Dynasty, he and Li Dingguo were known as the Jin and Gong sects. He was one of the figures worthy of Zhu Yongxing's trust.
Dust was flying in the distance. Zhu Yongxing took the lead in jumping off his horse, making a polite and respectful gesture to greet the famous ancient general he had admired for a long time. He was also the first heavyweight to come to meet him.