After the meal, Wu Chengsi left the camp and returned to the commander's tent.
Sitting in front of the commander's desk, Wu Chengsi fell into deep thought. Although he had never led a soldier, as a later generation, he knew some of the most advanced training methods, especially the impact of discipline and culture on the army.
A good army is a disciplined army and a cultured army. This is a valuable experience that later generations have practiced with blood.
Needless to say, there is no need to say more about the disciplined army. Wu Qi during the Warring States Period began to pay attention to this, but the extent was not as high as that of later generations.
As for culture, it does not mean how many books the soldiers should read or how many words they should recognize. It means that the soldiers should understand why they are fighting, form a sense of national honor, and establish a correct view of war.
But having said that, this is ancient times after all, and it is very likely that the local environment will not adapt to the current situation of later generations. This needs to be slowly explored based on the actual situation.
The time to send troops to Korea this time would not be short, and Wu Chengsi decided to use this time to figure out the most suitable training method.
However, before that, a personal guard army needs to be formed first. If you have any ideas, you can test them in the personal guard army first. If the effect is good, then implement it in the whole army.
A military order was immediately issued to select some soldiers from each of the seven tribes except Xiong Boying to form a personal guard army of 3,000 people, with Han Cheng as the general.
Among them, he chose Wang Wenjie's group for Liu Shenli's part.
Not long after the order was handed down, Pei Xingjian entered the camp and said, "General, the Ministry of War has sent a batch of ordnance. I need you to go over and check it for acceptance."
Wu Chengsi nodded: "Okay, I'll be there right away."
When they arrived at the camp area where the supplies were stored, they saw an official from the Ministry of War waiting. When Wu Chengsi approached, the official held up his hands and said, "General Wu, this is the last batch of ordnance. It has been delivered."
As he spoke, he handed over a list of official documents.
Wu Chengsi looked through it casually and found that they were all knives, guns, bows, arrows and other objects.
According to the military system of the Tang Dynasty, each infantryman was equipped with a horizontal sword, a set of armor, a bow, thirty arrows, and a spear.
The cavalry is equipped with a war horse.
In addition, each soldier is equipped with a set of logistical items such as a whetstone, suitcase, felt clothing and hat.
Such a large amount of supplies were transported by pack horses. Generally, two soldiers shared one pack horse, and the remaining rations were transported by horse-drawn carriages.
Seeing this thick list, Wu Chengsi understood deeply how resource-intensive the use of troops to fight a war was. Just transporting materials would consume a lot of manpower and material resources. No wonder civil servants always opposed it.
Fortunately, during the Sui Dynasty, a Grand Canal was built that ran from north to south. As long as they reached Luoyang, supplies could go to Youzhou by water.
After sending away the officers from the Ministry of War, Wu Chengsi stayed in the military camp throughout the afternoon, inspecting the training of the soldiers.
The sun is scorching in the sky, and the sun is like fire.
Even if you can't train with these soldiers, you still need to let them know that the general is always with them. This is how trust between generals and soldiers is often formed.
At Youshi, the afternoon training ended, Wu Chengsi left the military camp and returned to the Duke's Mansion.
"Lao Wu, what are you doing in Taiping recently?" On the way out of the city, Wu Chengsi asked Wu Youji who was traveling with him.
Wu Youji curled his lips and said: "She recently created a women's academy and appointed herself as the dean. She said she would cultivate some female talents for our Tang Dynasty!"
Wu Chengsi smiled slightly, knowing that what he said to Princess Taiping last time had some effect, and said: "We will go on an expedition tomorrow, let's go to her and say goodbye together!"
Wu Youji had this plan in mind and nodded in agreement.
After leaving the palace, the two of them came to the princess's mansion together. After waiting in the lobby for a short time, Princess Taiping came out through the ear door and said with a smile: "The two generals are so busy, why do you have time to come to me?"
Wu Youji hummed, "We are leaving tomorrow, and I don't know how long it will take. You will cause less trouble in Beijing from now on."
Princess Taiping sighed quietly, but surprisingly did not refute.
Wu Chengsi and Princess Taiping had not known each other for a long time, so there was not much sadness about parting. He smiled and said: "Taiping, I heard that you are running a girls' academy?"
Princess Taiping said with a smile: "Yes, didn't my second cousin say that I should fulfill my responsibilities as a princess?"
Wu Youji curled his lips and said, "It's enough for me to learn some female celebrities. What's the use of studying?"
Princess Taiping sighed, thinking that he was about to go on an expedition, so she snorted and did not argue with him.
"Lao Wu, don't say that. Behind every successful man, there needs to be a virtuous woman. Reading can help you understand things. If Taiping cultivates more virtuous women, it is equivalent to cultivating more successful men!"
Princess Taiping smiled and said: "Second cousin is still knowledgeable. No wonder you can be a general, while fifth cousin can only be a general."
Wu Youji said indifferently: "As long as I can fight, I am willing to be a soldier."
Wu Chengsi nodded secretly. Although Wu Youji had some of the habits of a child from aristocratic families, he was very strong-willed and had a kind nature. If he cultivated him well, he should be able to become his right-hand man.
While thinking, Princess Taiping personally poured tea for the two of them. Wu Chengsi looked at Princess Taiping and thought: "If we can find more things for her to do and keep her away from palace fighting, maybe she will not fall into the same situation as in history.
Unable to extricate himself from the political abyss, he eventually committed suicide."
"Taiping, I need your help with something." Wu Chengsi said while holding the tea cup.
"Second cousin, why are you so polite? Just tell me what you have to say." Princess Taiping smiled.
"My aunt has always asked me to help her establish the Hanlin Academy, but I will leave the capital soon, and I don't have time to do it for the time being. You have always had a good vision, and the two talents you recommended to me are also very good. So I asked
"Would you be interested in asking you to help find talents?" Wu Chengsi smiled.
"Then will you choose the talents I find to be admitted to the Hanlin Academy?"
"You will make the initial selection, and we will do the second selection after I return to Beijing. What do you think?"
Princess Taiping rolled her eyes and had an idea: "Okay, I have a lot of free time anyway. After my 'Taiping Academy' is built, I will help you keep an eye on it!"
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After leaving the princess's mansion, Wu Chengsi returned to the Duke's mansion. As soon as he entered the house, the housekeeper Wen Rong reported: "My lord, several masters from the Wu family are here."
Wu Chengsi nodded and came to the hall. A group of Wu family disciples came forward to congratulate him, firstly for overthrowing Xu Jingzong, and secondly for his expedition to Korea.
In their opinion, there was almost no danger for Wu Chengsi to follow Li Ji in sending troops, and he was purely following the army to earn military merit.
"Second brother, after defeating Xu Jingzong this time, let's see who dares to go against our Wu clan in the future!" As soon as Wu Chengsi sat down, he heard Wu Xiyue say with an arrogant face. He has always been one of the disciples of the Wu clan.
The one who loves to cause trouble most.
Wu Chengsi scolded with a straight face: "An important reason why Xu Jingzong is today is because he allowed Xu Zonghan to bully others. If you dare to imitate Xu Zonghan, see how I will deal with you!"
Wu Xiyue was not very afraid of Wu Chengsi before, but with the recent major events and Wu Chengsi being promoted to official positions, he became more fearful and said in a low voice: "I am not like Xu Zonghan.
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Wu Yizong said: "My youngest brother, what my second brother said makes sense. You must be obedient and not cause trouble in the future. Do you understand?"
Wu Youxu said weakly: "Yes, the Analects of Confucius says that a person should be 'respectful in his place of residence, respectful in his work, and loyal to others'. Humility is the most important thing!"
Wu Xiyue glared at Wu Youxu and whispered: "I understand."
Wu Huaidao smiled and said: "This time, Cheng Si has been granted the title of General Zuo Wuwei, and Yizong has been promoted to the imperial censor. Our Wu family is getting more and more prosperous. We must unite as one in the future and not fight among ourselves."
Wu Xiyue curled his lips and said: "Uncle, you should talk to the third and fourth brothers about this. They have not been acting together with everyone recently."
Wu Huaidao's face sank and he said: "Sansi has indeed become more and more outrageous recently. I will go talk to him."
Everyone discussed for a while and then left one after another. Only Wu Yizong stayed alone.
"Second brother, as an elder brother, I would like to thank you this time."
Wu Chengsi smiled and said, "Thank you for what?"
"Her Royal Highness the Queen told me that it was you who recommended me to be the imperial censor. My brother appreciates it." Wu Yizong cupped his hands and said.
"Brother, you are very polite. I only hope that after taking this position, the Yushitai will have a completely new look. It will no longer be in vain as it was during Yuan Gongyu's time."
Wu Yizong patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, brother, I know what to do!"