Guo Zixing's bad incident has greatly affected everyone's mood, and even this year is not going well... Zhang Ximeng simply requested an order to arrange for Guo Zixing to move into Huaiyuan.
Before leaving, Zhang Ximeng went to see Ma. To be honest, he was the only one who could handle this matter. Otherwise, Guo Zixing was Ma’s adoptive father and helped her find a good son-in-law. Even if this kind of thing was not possible,
Hundreds of years later, the history books will not deny it.
If you don't have full confidence and confidence, it's easy to complain.
What surprised Zhang Ximeng was that Ma didn't have too many scruples. On the contrary, Ma revealed some secrets to Zhang Ximeng.
"To put it in perspective, my father joined the White Lotus Sect earlier than Marshal Guo, and is more powerful than him. Marshal Guo was able to attack Haozhou, and it was because of my father's great efforts. Then my father seemed to have some disputes with Marshal Guo... and then there was me.
Dad returned to Suzhou and led a crowd to revolt, but unfortunately he was killed by Yuan Ting. Many of his old troops went to Haozhou and joined Marshal Guo."
When Ma said this, he sighed softly and looked lonely, "I once asked my father when he returned to Suzhou, but Marshal Guo excluded him? My father only said that a man should be upright, so how can he start trouble at home?
Seize other people's inheritance! Don't let me think about it. If anything happens to him, I should respect Uncle Guo well."
After Zhang Ximeng heard this, he finally thought clearly... No wonder after Ma married Zhu Yuanzhang, she focused on planning for her husband. She didn't seem to have such deep feelings for her adoptive father. There was such a reason.
It is not certain that Guo Zixing harmed Ma Gong, but he definitely stimulated and crowded out Ma Gong and forced him to return to Suzhou to start an uprising, which led to Ma Gong's death.
Although Guo Zixing cannot be regarded as the culprit, he is definitely not clean.
It is estimated that only Zhu Yuanzhang knows about this matter, and it is impossible for others to know.
"Madam, please rest assured, I will handle it properly and I will never let Marshal Guo interfere with my lord's great cause!"
Zhang Ximeng said goodbye to Ma's place, already having a plan in mind.
Along with him, there was Xu Da, who also brought a letter to see Peng Zaosu.
The two men rode together, followed by two elite soldiers from Qianhu.
Xu Da was hesitant to speak all the way, wanting to say something but not daring to say it.
Zhang Ximeng smiled and said: "Why, it's not convenient to tell me?"
"No, it's..." Xu Da struggled for a while and then plucked up the courage to say: "Sir, some people below said that the superiors were too indecisive in treating Marshal Guo and were too nostalgic about old feelings. Now, they have simply annexed Marshal Guo's subordinates and established themselves on their own.
Wouldn't it be more enjoyable to be a king?"
Zhang Ximeng couldn't help but smile, "Xu Da, isn't this your idea?"
Xu Da quickly shook his head, "No, no!"
"That's good...what do you think about this?" Zhang Ximeng asked.
Xu Da pondered deeply, and then said slowly: "The superior is generous and loving to the people, runs the army rigorously, and has the ambition to restore the mountains and rivers and expel the Mongols. Unlike other reckless heroes, he must act prudently and prudently. Marshal Guo's kindness cannot be ignored. Everyone must
They all have an account in their hearts. Marshal Guo has taken everything he wants and has gone too far. The superior can naturally replace him. Now is not the time. And... and if the superior replaces Marshal Guo, Zhao Junyong will definitely raise troops to fight for the superior. Then forget it.
If we can defeat Zhao Junyong, we will suffer heavy losses, consume food and wages, and affect the major event of going south to capture Jiqing! The gain is not worth the loss!"
When Zhang Ximeng heard this, he nodded repeatedly, "As expected of Xu Da, he understands clearly. Then what difficulties do you think there are in going south?"
"Of course it's the ships." Xu Da said: "The river is wide and there are not enough ships. How can we cross the river and go south? The place with the most ships is Yangzhou, but it has fallen into the hands of Zhang Shicheng at this moment. I am worried that he will cross the river first and seize the opportunity.
If you take advantage of the opportunity, then it will be difficult for the superiors to win Jiqing."
After saying this, Zhang Ximeng finally understood how powerful Xu Da was. He was worthy of becoming the first general in the founding of the Ming Dynasty. His overall view was absolutely superior to others.
"So you go support Peng Zaozhu, and I'll settle Guo Zixing and let them continue to support, so that the lord can quickly concentrate his strength, find warships, cross the river and capture Jiqing... We don't have much time left!"
Xu Da nodded in horror. The two of them separated at a fork in the road. Xu Da led five hundred people and hurried to see Peng Zaozhu.
As for Zhang Ximeng, he led 1,500 people and rushed to Linhuai.
He didn't take the initiative to see Guo Zixing, on the contrary, he was waiting here... You think of you as a commander, I'm sorry, I don't see it that way.
Not only me, but most of the soldiers also see it this way.
On the third day, Guo Zixing finally took his son Guo Tianxu, brother-in-law Zhang Tianyou, and more than 10,000 soldiers and hurried towards Linhuai.
It's no good if we don't come. I heard that Zhao Junyong has mobilized 30,000 troops to capture Haozhou.
"I don't understand. Didn't Chongba say that he has tens of thousands of troops? Why are he afraid of Zhao Junyong? He brought the army and cooperated with me inside and outside to defeat Zhao Junyong and unify Haozhou. Isn't it good?
?Why are you so afraid of people named Zhao?" Guo Zixing complained loudly and angrily.
Zhang Ximeng said unhurriedly, "If the commander is determined to fight decisively, he might as well stay in Haozhou first. As long as the commander can withstand Zhao Junyong for ten days, the lord will definitely lead his troops to help. By then, it will be easy to defeat Zhao Junyong."
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Guo Zixing was suddenly stunned. What was this kid talking about? What did he mean?
At this time, Guo Tianxu was furious, "Who do you think you are? How dare you talk to the commander like this? Zhu Chongba didn't come by himself, so what does it mean to send you here? Does he look down on the commander?"
Zhang Ximeng's smile remained unabated, "My lord feels sorry for the commander... Since the siege of Haozhou last year, the commander has been sitting in the rear and never leaves his position easily. Now it is even more important for the lord to charge in the front, and the commander will go on his own."
Wouldn't it be better to live in peace in Huaiyuan and wait for good news!"
The Guo family father and son were speechless. Suddenly Guo Tianxu became furious, raised his eyebrows, and cursed: "What do you want to say? Are you mocking Marshal Guo for being afraid of the enemy?"
Zhang Ximeng just said calmly: "Everyone knows things, so why bother to say more... Guo Marshal, if you are not convinced, you can go back and ask to see how many of your subordinates are willing to follow the lord to conquer the world?"
As Zhang Ximeng spoke, he took the initiative to fight his horse, got in front of these soldiers, and said loudly to them: "Everyone knows Mr. Zhu, right? He broke through Hengjian Mountain and occupied Dingyuan. The army is still fighting and is invincible. Under Mr. Zhu
Under the rule, the equalization of land will be pursued, and the soldiers will be able to get twice as much grain land, enough to have enough food and clothing, and no worries about food and drink!"
Zhu Yuanzhang's deeds had long been reported back to Haozhou, and many people secretly admired him. Various remarks were made in the army.
At this moment, Zhang Ximeng took the initiative to speak out, which caused many soldiers present to talk about it. Some people simply planned to join Zhu Yuanzhang. Anyway, following Guo Zixing, they were going from one failure to another.
The last time he was caught by Zhao Junyong, he almost died, which was embarrassing enough.
This time I was frightened again and couldn't wait to escape.
And every time he was in trouble, he had to rely on Mr. Zhu for help.
But what’s the result?
Facing Zhao Junyong, Weiwei Nuonuo.
Facing Mr. Zhu, Cui Huzi glared fiercely.
To put it bluntly, isn't it just a rat with a knife and a den of trouble?
That is to say, Mr. Zhu has a good character and won't argue with you. Otherwise, he will come directly with his troops and destroy you Guo family father and son first!
Besides, Mr. Zhu is not only a good person, but his deeds are also remarkable. Severely punishing the lackeys of the Yuan Dynasty and allocating land, how can he not be in compliance with nature?
You Guo Zixing occupied Haozhou a long time ago, but you did the same thing?
You're still acting coy and colluding with those wealthy businessmen. Which side are you sitting on, pretending we don't know?
There were many complaints among the soldiers. Zhang Ximeng could see it clearly. Suddenly he burst out laughing, "Commander Guo, Marshal Guo, my lord still respects you and treats you as an elder and a commander-in-chief. But it is clear at a glance where people's support is. If you can't see clearly anymore, your subordinates will
The soldiers will naturally choose good birds and good trees, and good ministers will choose their masters. At that time, there will be no trace of dignity left!"
Zhang Ximeng turned his horse's head and ran towards his team, leaving only one sentence, "This is all I've said, so you can do what you want!"
Zhang Ximeng did not leave, but sent his troops to Huaiyuan... Ever since the death of Cheli Buhua, Huaiyuan has become a mess, and there is no need to fight. As soon as Zhang Ximeng's troops arrived, everyone inside surrendered obediently...
Zhang Ximeng didn't want too many rotten fish and shrimps, so he kept these people and gave them to Guo Zixing.
The Guo family father and son were full of resentment, but facing a city, they couldn't resist it, so they could only reluctantly accept it... Since they stationed in Huaiyuan, their soldiers have been fleeing every day, and without exception, they have all gone to Zhu Yuanzhang's command.
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The Guo family, his son, and Zhang Tianyou were both shocked and afraid. Zhu Yuanzhang was so popular. If they still wanted to plot against Zhu Yuanzhang, their men might fall apart.
Realizing this, both Guo Zixing and Guo Tianxu were honest and could only defend one city. Perhaps the biggest difference from the prisoners was that the cells could be bigger!
And just after Zhang Ximeng eliminated the Guo family and his son, Lao Zhu personally led Tang He and other eight thousand households to attack Chuzhou in a mighty manner.
Li Shanchang marched with the army, "he is in a high position, but he has served as a minor official in Chuzhou, so he is quite familiar with the situation."
Zhu Yuanzhang said with a sullen face: "We have also been to Chuzhou, so we may know some things better than Mr. Li."
"Really?" Li Shanchang was stunned, "What did your superior come to Chuzhou for?"
Zhu Yuanzhang raised the corners of his mouth and sneered: "We once came to Chuzhou to ask for food!"
After finishing speaking, Lao Zhu flew forward, leaving Li Shanchang dumbfounded and flustered...