"Your Excellency also wants to go to Shaanxi and Gansu?"
Hearing Niu Fude's surprised question, Zhao Junchen looked calm and nodded: "That's right! Around the autumn harvest season, the imperial court will provide relief for the disasters in Shaanxi, Gansu and Shanxi. By then I will personally take charge of this matter, and I will
I will take the opportunity to arrive in Shaanxi and Gansu. If there is a war between Shaanxi and Gansu at that time, I will also take the opportunity to stay in Shaanxi and Gansu to organize logistics matters... In addition, there are some things with Shanxi merchants that I need to handle!"
But Niu Fude shook his head repeatedly and said: "No, absolutely not! Mr. Zhao, you are a rich man, how can you take risks easily?"
Zhao Junchen sighed and said: "If the situation on the Shaanxi-Gansu border is stable, I will naturally not be willing to take risks. No one hopes that they can live in peace and safety, but there are many hidden dangers in the Shaanxi-Gansu situation. I really
I am worried. Not only will the Mongolian Tatars invade in large numbers at any time, but the people will also be resentful and civil unrest may occur at any time. If the situation develops in the worst direction, the entire Ming Dynasty will be in chaos. Even if I stay in the capital,
How long can it survive? If I can't go to Shaanxi and Gansu to take charge of the situation, I will really feel uneasy."
Before that, Zhao Junchen had explained his thoughts to Niu Fude in detail. Whether it was the chain reaction of the situation on the Shaanxi-Gansu border once it deteriorated, or his true intention of arranging for Guan Wuyuan to lead troops to the Shaanxi-Gansu border, there was no concealment.
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Therefore, Niu Fude also knew very well how much Zhao Junchen attached great importance to the situation in Shaanxi and Gansu.
However, Niu Fude realized at this time that he still underestimated Zhao Junchen's determination. He did not expect that Zhao Junchen actually planned to go to Shaanxi and Gansu in person to take charge! Even if he would encounter many risks, he would not hesitate!
Although everything Zhao Junchen did was based on personal interests, he was still more public-minded!
Compared with Zhao Junchen's responsibility and courage, the generals of the Forbidden Army broke their legs, suffered from diarrhea, or randomly found someone to recognize their father in order to avoid the war. Even Niu Fude himself was reluctant, but he was too inferior.
many.
Thinking of this, Niu Fude's eyes changed when he looked at Zhao Junchen.
Before that, although Niu Fude worked for Zhao Junchen wholeheartedly, the reason was just for salary. But now after seeing Zhao Junchen's performance, Niu Fude's mentality has also changed. In addition to admiration, he also has some loyalty.
I sincerely thought about Zhao Junchen.
Because of this, Niu Fude was even more dissatisfied with Zhao Junchen going to Shaanxi and Gansu. He shook his head and said: "Master Zhao, you are not good at martial arts and have no knowledge of military strategy. What's the use of going to Shaanxi and Gansu? I'm afraid it will cause trouble and not help! It's inappropriate.
It’s really inappropriate!”
After his mentality changed, Niu Fude's words became even more rude.
After Zhao Junchen saw the change in Niu Fude's demeanor, he couldn't help but smile, feeling a little relieved, and said: "Don't worry, I am also self-aware. Although I am not good at martial arts and have no knowledge of military strategy, I will not interfere in war command. How can I cause trouble? I
At that time, I will only be responsible for the logistics of Shaanxi and Gansu. There is no one better than me in this regard, right? What's more, even if I arrive in Shaanxi and Gansu, I will be far away from the battlefield and will not be in any danger, so Mr. Niu does not have to
Any worries!”
Niu Fude hesitated for a moment, and finally did not refute, but just said: "But Sir, please agree that if the war is unfavorable, we must immediately leave Shaanxi and Gansu and return to the capital. Otherwise, students will not be able to work for Master Zhao with peace of mind."
Zhao Junchen smiled again and said: "Don't worry, I cherish my life very much. Although I want to do my part, I won't have any hesitation when I should run away."
After hearing what Zhao Junchen said, Niu Fude finally nodded and said nothing more.
Zhao Junchen ordered: "After Mr. Niu arrived in Shaanxi and Gansu with Guan Wuyuan, he mainly did four things. The first was to help Guan Wuyuan consolidate the border defense and prevent the invasion of Mongolian cavalry; the second was to build momentum for Guan Wuyuan and promote Guan Wuyuan's martial arts.
to increase the morale of the border troops; then to make friends with the generals on the three sides of Shaanxi and Gansu to establish connections and influence; and finally to fully support Qi Bin in training the new army, and also try to control this new army.
Army, this new army has great combat capabilities. Once the situation in Shaanxi and Gansu deteriorates, this new army will probably be the last resort!"
After hearing Zhao Junchen's instructions, Niu Fude nodded solemnly and agreed.
Then, Zhao Junchen discussed many things with Niu Fude, and it was not until the night fell that Niu Fude left Zhao Junchen's study.
When leaving, Niu Fude's heart was filled with a sense of mission. He felt that Zhao Junchen had really worked hard and thought deeply about the imperial court's border defense plan, and he must not betray Zhao Junchen's trust and must do his best!
However, Niu Fude could only half guess what Zhao Junchen's true thoughts were.
After Niu Fude left the study, Zhao Junchen was still sitting in the study thinking about something.
Not long after, Fang Ru suddenly pushed in the door, came to Zhao Junchen, and said: "Master, the secret message has been arranged to be sent quickly. In two or three days, Zhang Yu'er's carriage will be caught up."
Zhao Junchen nodded lightly and said, "That's good! Now I can only rely on Zhang Yu'er for this matter. I hope she won't disappoint me."
After hearing what Zhao Junchen said, Fang Ru curled her lips slightly and said: "
As early as five days ago, Zhang Yu'er had left the capital and went to Jiangnan to work for Zhao Junchen!
But today, Zhao Junchen asked someone to quickly send a secret letter to Zhang Yuer, temporarily adding a task to Zhang Yuer.
This task is related to Qi Bin going to Yiwu to recruit new soldiers. Zhao Junchen hopes that Zhang Yuer can secretly assist Qi Bin in recruiting new soldiers, so that Qi Bin's plan to recruit new soldiers will go more smoothly and the results will be more significant!
The autumn harvest will be coming soon, and the time is too short. If Qi Bin is allowed to recruit new soldiers step by step, I am afraid that Qi Bin will not be able to keep up with the war between Shaanxi and Gansu.
At the same time, Zhao Junchen also planned to arrange for some of the Zhao family's children to join the new army trained by Qi Bin to increase his penetration and control of this new army.
"It will be August soon... and the autumn harvest will be here in one month..."
While thinking secretly, Zhao Junchen said leisurely.
While speaking, Zhao Junchen's eyes were vaguely fluctuating. He seemed a little worried, a little tired, and a little ambitious!
While Zhao Junchen was worrying about the situation in Shaanxi and Gansu, several other plans of Zhao Junchen were progressing extremely smoothly!