The conversation between Feng Ziying and You Shilu did not last long.
First of all, You Shilu was nominally checking the defense of Tianjin Guards. Even if this was just a formality, at least he had to make a trip.
Secondly, the military affairs in the north were urgent, and he did not dare to delay.
After You Shigong took charge of Ji Town, due to potential doubts about his qualifications and status from the Ma family, Li family and other veteran martial arts generals from Ji Liao, his control was never strong enough, so You Shigong had to spend more
He used all his energy to sort out and adjust Jizhen's defense. This was also the reason why his performance in Mongolia's invasion of Gyeonggi Province last year was not very good.
After the order is issued, if the generals cannot follow the orders and prohibitions as if they were using their fingers, then the success of this kind of battle will definitely be greatly compromised. This is also the most urgent problem that You Shigong needs to solve.
In addition, now that his most powerful supporter Feng Tang has become the governor of the three sides, he also feels pressure.
To strengthen control, it is necessary to adjust personnel, and many personnel adjustments require the support of the Jiliao Governor's Office. Once Feng Tang leaves, this support will be weakened.
For example, Cao Wenzhao, He Renlong and others in Liaodong were a little jealous of his sudden appointment as the commander-in-chief of Jizhen, while Zhao Shujiao, Du Song and others felt that he only picked up Feng Tang after he had flattered him.
You Shigong's identity has always been a bit embarrassing.
Fortunately, the war ended last year, and You Shigong and Emperor Yonglong were on the line. Emperor Yonglong and the Ministry of War gave him strong support, so he was also focused on controlling Jizhen.
As his younger brother, You Shilu was naturally his most important helper, and he could not be separated from him for a moment. Under such circumstances, You Shilu was sent to meet Feng Ziying, which was enough to give Feng Ziying face.
Before You Shilu left, Feng Ziying also told him not to underestimate the affairs of Tianjin Wei and Liangcheng Institute.
Although compared with the current threat from the Chahar people, it seems that Tianjin Wei and Liangcheng are located in the rear and have little relevance, but Feng Ziying knows that once the two places are in conflict or even confront each other due to the conflict between the north and the south, their status as supply chokepoints will suddenly decline.
To stand out.
But this seems to be a bit too early to say. Feng Ziying told You Shilu, and You Shilu could only say that he had an impression. It was hard to say how much he would agree with it in his heart.
"Sir, I see that you are not in a good mood?" Wang Wenyan and Wu Yaoqing urged their horses to catch up. You Shilu and his party had already left. They observed Feng Ziying's expression and estimated that the effect was not good.
"How can it be good?" Feng Ziying introduced the bad news brought by You Shilu and then said: "Do you think it is too strange that the Chahar people are acting strangely at this time? How can such a coincidence happen? It is not in line with common sense."
Both Wang Wenyan and Wu Yaoqing had solemn expressions on their faces. The situation seemed to be developing in the worst direction they had predicted. Although the Mongolian tribes had always been restless, they invaded the south last year and should have stopped this year. However, not only were there changes, but also
Unusual movements at unusual times cannot help but make people suspicious.
"There is a severe drought in the north this year, and the situation on the grasslands is similar. If Lindan Batur has the foresight, it would make sense to make some preparations in advance. But as the Lord said, the Ujimqin tribe is just that, but the Naiman tribe and Aohan tribe
The whole department is also gathering, which is a bit unusual."
Wang Wenyan analyzed: "But if the scale of the assembly is not large, it is more like an emergency preparation after receiving a temporary order, which is even more incomprehensible. There is only one possibility..."
Wu Yaoqing continued: "Contain!"
Feng Ziying nodded, "Contain the Jizhen Army, but what about Wafanggou? That's facing Longmen Station and belongs to the Xuanfu Army..."
Wu Yaoqing sneered, "Sir, Wafang Valley faces Longmen, but didn't you also say that if Niu Jizong and Lin Dan Batur have a tacit understanding, they all tacitly agree and pretend, and they go south along the side wall from Wafang Valley.
Once past Qingyangkou, Zhoushugou Fort, and Black Hanling Fort, there is Shichengxi and Shitanling, which are the defensive points of Ji Town. If the Chahar people want to do a full set of dramas, they can definitely follow this road
The attack was only repelled by the Xuanfu army, and then they concentrated their forces to attack Shichengxi. Once it is really captured, the blame can be put on the head of Jizhen army..."
Feng Ziying was horrified. Wasn't it Zuo Liangyu who was guarding the Shicheng Box?
If the Chahar people really acted like this, wouldn't Zuo Liangyu be the first to bear the brunt?
For a moment, Feng Ziying felt that she was really trapped in a cocoon. Huang Degong and Zuo Liangyu had put them into Jizhen with great pains, hoping that they would be able to play a role in critical moments when they were stationed in Gyeonggi. Now it was good,
If it happens to be the breakthrough point for the Chahar people, it will be a big trouble.
Before, I was thinking about whether I could hit Zuo Liangyu's subordinates if his life was in danger. Now it seems that Zuo Liangyu may not be able to protect himself, so how can he help himself?
Seeing that Feng Ziying's face was gloomy and uncertain, Wang Wenyan knew that Zuo Liangyu and Huang Degong were both people deliberately arranged by Feng Ziying, so he continued: "Your Excellency, are you worried about Master Zuo's safety? In the opinion of my subordinates, even if the Chahar people want to
Going south, the main thing is harassment, you can't risk your life for someone, Master Zuo should be able to handle it."
Feng Ziying slowly shook her head: "Wen Yan, maybe people here think so, and the Chahar people may also think so at first, maybe just to deal with it, but if the Chahar people notice our internal weakness, even
When there is an opportunity due to civil strife, will they just want to make a disturbance? Will the greed of these people take advantage of the opportunity?"
Feng Ziying's rhetorical question shocked both Wang Wenyan and Wu Yaoqing.
Yes, if it really comes to that situation, will the Chahar people turn from harassment to real beating, and think about breaking in and making a profit like they did last year?
And if there is really civil strife in Dazhou, I am afraid that this storm will not be as simple as last year.
This question is difficult to answer.
"But the Chahar people are not ready for a big fight or a long-term war. Didn't Master You say the same thing?" Wu Yaoqing said thoughtfully.
"That's true, but Yao Qing, do you think once we fall into civil strife, it can be eliminated in a short time? Can it subside in three to five months?" Feng Ziying asked again, her face becoming more serious, "I'm afraid that it will be over.
At that time, not to mention the Chahar people, I am afraid that the internal and external Khalkha people, and the Jurchens will all have the idea of taking advantage of the situation. If the preparations of one or two months are urgently compressed, maybe it can be completed in ten days and a half.
What will we do then?”
"The key is to look at our internal affairs." Wang Wenyan said in a low tone, "If our internal affairs are controllable, or the internal strife is controllable, it would not be worthwhile for the Mongols to evaluate it. Maybe they would just harass us and see if they can succeed. But if we go around
If there is a fire, there is too much to spare, and if you focus on one thing and lose another, then these Mongols and Jurchens will turn into evil wolves and pounce on us."
The mood of the three of them was a little low and depressed. The current situation was very bad, but the key was that the court seemed not to pay attention to this situation at all. Feng Ziying estimated that Emperor Yonglong had other agendas, but he was worried that Emperor Yonglong had underestimated the enemy's situation or even ignored it.
Some unexpected factors may have a huge impact as a chain reaction.
"No, I have to go back immediately and explain the current situation to Master Qi and Master Qiao." Feng Ziying made up his mind. He did not believe that Qi Yongtai and Qiao Yingjia could not feel the strange situation at all.
Wang Wenyan and Wu Yaoqing both agree. After all, Feng Ziying's job is just the Prime Minister of Shuntian. These important military and political affairs cannot be solved by relying solely on personal feelings or the Feng family's methods. Just like You Shilu, no matter what you do,
If you have a lotus tongue and people don't believe it in their hearts, they will find various ways to excuse and delay, and you still can't say anything.
But if there is a court order, that is another matter, and the court also has a censor who can supervise and check your progress at any time.
It can be said that the first half of Feng Ziying's trip to Dagu and Tianjin Wei was pretty good. Shen Yourong was more supportive and cooperative, but something went wrong with You Shigong, whom he was originally most confident about. Of course, it was not the You family.
The brother can no longer be trusted, but the Chahar people's changes made the situation more serious and caught You Shigong a little off guard.
As soon as she returned to Beijing, Feng Ziying went straight to Qi Yongtai's house without taking any rest.
He doesn't even need to post or wait when he comes to Qi Yongtai's house. As long as Qi Yongtai has no guests, he is the first priority to meet.
"Ziying, you look like you have just come back from outside, you are so exhausted?" Qi Yongtai looked at Feng Ziying's haggard look and couldn't help but frown: "You said Shuntian Fucheng should pay attention to his own image at least, and follow the example.
Wu Daonan is addicted to poetry and cultural gatherings all day long. Although you are busy with official duties, you can still take care of yourself, right? You have two wives and several concubines, so you can't do this well?
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"Back to Master Qi, I just came back from Tianjin Wei. I came to your house before I could go home." Feng Ziying touched his chin, and it seemed that he was indeed a bit unshaven. He ran all the way back and didn't care about anything else.
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"Oh, so urgent?" Qi Yongtai's face straightened. He knew that Feng Ziying was not a person who didn't know the importance of things. If she came to him in such a hurry, it was probably because of something important. "Tell me, what's the situation? What are you doing in Tianjin Wei?
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"I went to Daku first and met with Denglai Navy Admiral Shen Yourong, and then went to Tianjin Wei to meet with Jizhen Deputy General You Shilu."
Before Feng Ziying finished speaking, Qi Yongtai was already furious and slapped the case: "How dare you! Ziying, how dare you be so presumptuous? You are the Prime Minister of Shuntian, why did you go to meet the military general in private? When did Shen Yourong get the order to come to Shuntian?
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"Master Qi, Shen Yourong was nominally patrolling Yuguan in the north and returning south to inspect the armaments of Dagu, but in fact it was his disciple who invited him to meet him. You Shilu was also a disciple who invited You Shigong to meet him. You Shigong was on official business. That's why I asked You Shilu to come to see my disciple." Feng Ziying's expression did not change.