In the heavy snow, the courtiers rushed to the palace to attend the unexpected court meeting amidst the rapid ringing of bells. Everyone was confused, but they all realized that something big must happen.
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Only a few dozen people were notified to participate in the court meeting, all of whom were officials holding important positions in the Ming Dynasty, as well as several princes and princes among the nobles. Almost all of them were officials of third rank or above.
This kind of court discussion that determines military and state affairs cannot be leaked. If it is decided to send troops, it must be kept secret, otherwise there will be a risk of leaks. After all, the Tatars must have eyes and ears within the Ming Dynasty. The fewer people who know, the more likely they will be.
It's confidential.
When the officials entered the Fengtian Hall, they saw the emperor sitting on the throne, and Yang Tinghe and other important officials from the outer court were already standing in the hall. This made all the officials even more shocked.
After all the ministers had finished their kowtows, Zhu Houzhao said: "My lords, I have no court meeting today, but I encountered an emergency and have to ask you to come to discuss and decide. Please ask Yang Shoufu to tell the officials about this matter.
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Yang Tinghe bowed and said: "I obey your order."
Yang Tinghe turned around when he came out of the queue, coughed, and said loudly: "My lords, the Duke and Lord of the country. The Ministry of War of the Cabinet just received an urgent report of 800 miles from Ningxia Town and Yansui Town this morning. The Trilateral General System
Master Yang Yiqing and Master Ma Angma, the commander-in-chief of Yansui, jointly sent an urgent report. The content is as follows."
Yang Tinghe took out the memorial and read the contents of the urgent memorial aloud. The officials in the palace suddenly became commotion, showing expressions of nervousness and surprise, and began to talk about it.
Yang Tinghe said in a deep voice: "Everyone, please be quiet and speak one by one if you have something to say."
Zhu Houzhao said in a deep voice: "Exactly, regarding this matter, if you have anything to say, please speak freely."
The ministers fell silent, and Zhu Houzhao turned his eyes to the direction where the princes were standing. He still wanted to listen to the opinions of the nobles first.
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Xu Guangzuo coughed, stepped forward and bowed: "Your Majesty, I think there is no need to panic about this matter. The Tatars invaded the border not once or twice. It is not worth making a fuss about. There are more than 200,000 border troops in Yansui Town and Ningxia Town.
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The strong fortress and the Great Wall are firmly guarded. If they dare to invade the border, they will be defeated. Since Yang Yiqing, Ma Ang and others are aware of the enemy's situation, they can strengthen their precautions. The imperial court can dispatch a batch of emergency supplies and be prepared."
Zhu Houzhao nodded slightly and said to the British Duke Zhang Lun: "Zhang Lun, what do you think?"
Zhang Lun stepped forward and bowed: "I also think that there is no need to worry. The Tatars may have plans to attack, but it is the middle of winter, and it is freezing and snowy. How can they attack? However, I think that we should not take it lightly. In addition to what Duke Dingguo said,
In addition to mobilizing supplies to take precautions, we also need to mobilize some troops as preparations in case the Tatars really launch an attack after the weather warms up next year. By then we will be fully prepared and there will be nothing to worry about."
Zhu Houzhao nodded and said: "I also think they are bluffing. The two princes seem to have similar ideas to me."
The princes nodded one after another. Among the noble group, Zhang Lun and Xu Guangzuo were their representatives. Their words were the opinions of the nobles, so there was nothing to say.
However, at this moment, a loud voice sounded: "Your Majesty, I don't think so. Duke Yingying and Duke Ding cannot represent the opinions of my veteran."
Everyone turned to look, but it was Zhu Hui, the protector of the country, who slowly came out of the queue and saluted Zhu Houzhao.
Zhu Hui, Duke of Baoguo, was the deputy governor of the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion. He wore the seal of the general, took the post of the commander-in-chief of the Xuan Mansion, and led the Xuan Mansion's 160,000 frontier troops. He was a prominent figure among the nobles of the Ming Dynasty.
Because he has been leading the frontier army for many years, his background and qualifications are not as good as those of the British Duke and Ding Guogong, so he is somewhat marginalized in the group of nobles. But in any case, as the Duke of the country, he is naturally the backbone of the nobles. Together with the British Duke, Ding
Duke Guo, Duke Cheng and later Zhang Yanling's Duke Protector were all the backbone of the noble group and had a high status.
The Xungui Group may not be monolithic. Some of the Xungui Houbo may not be completely united. However, the opinions of several major national governments have always been consistent in safeguarding the interests of the Xungui Group and major matters. Even if there are differences, they will never be resolved.
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However, at this moment, Zhu Hui stood up and expressed his disagreement with the British Duke in court. This was a unique thing. Not only Xu Guangzuo, Zhang Lun and others were surprised, but even Zhu Houzhao was also quite surprised.
"Oh? Mr. Baoguo, do you have a different view on this matter?" Zhu Houzhao asked.
Zhu Hui said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I believe that the Tatars have been accumulating strength because they have reduced the number of raids on our border towns in the past few years. This time the Tatars gathered a large number of troops in the Hetao. It is obvious that they have evil intentions and are planning a large-scale attack."
Significant. Unusual nuisance attack. Such as
Therefore, the garrison of Ningxia Town and Yansui Town may be difficult to resist the enemy. Moreover, the British official said that the Tatars would not attack in winter, and I did not agree. I believe that the Tatars gathered in Baichengzi for the purpose of
Launch an attack. I'm afraid we won't be able to wait until next spring."
As soon as Zhu Hui finished speaking, the British Duke Zhang Lun asked you coldly: "How can Duke Bao Guo be so sure that they will attack? If you attack in this kind of weather, you are not asking for death? How can the men and horses withstand this kind of weather?"
Is the ice and snow freezing? Lord Baoguo, please don’t make things sensational."
Zhu Hui sneered and said: "Dare you ask, have you ever fought with the Tatars? How many times have you fought with the Tatars? How much do you know about the Tatars? Since the third year of Hongzhi, I have followed my father to fight in border towns and fight with the Tatars.
After more than 20 years of dealing with the Tatars, I knew the Tatars well. In the thirteenth year of Hongzhi, it was also winter at the place where the Huo Si tribe gathered in Hetao. The old Duke was still alive at that time.
During the court meeting, it was also said that the Tatars would not attack. My judgment at that time was that the troops of the Fire Screen Division would definitely attack. The old man scolded me for talking nonsense. As it turned out, the facts proved that I was right. The Fire Screen Division became more and more beautiful.
Ma Chi launched a large-scale attack on the junction of Ningxia Town and Yansui Town, and I led the army to attack and defeated them. This incident is also more impressive to you, right?"
The old Duke in Zhu Hui's mouth refers to the late British Duke Zhang Mao. At this moment, when he told this incident, he was not only showing off, but also suspected of dragging out the British Duke Zhang Mao and whipping his corpse. It seemed to be saying
, your grandfather made a mistake in judgment back then, and so did you. You have never even fought against the Tatars, you know nothing!
Zhang Lun was young and energetic, and he was already dissatisfied when Zhu Hui jumped out to sing the opposite. Now that he said these words again, his heart was naturally filled with anger.
"It seems that Duke Baoguo is very confident. I want to hear how Duke Baoguo knew that the Tatars would brave the severe cold to attack. Did the Tatars ventilate you in advance?" Zhang Lun said coldly.
As soon as this statement came out, everyone felt that it was inappropriate. It seemed to imply that Baoguo Gong was collaborating with the enemy.
Xu Guangzuo hurriedly said: "Mr. Baoguo, what Mr. Yingying means is, what is the basis for your judgment? This is a major mistake and cannot be relied on guessing. The conclusion must be based on evidence and be convincing."
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Zhu Hui chuckled and said: "Experience is the evidence. My understanding of the Tatars is the evidence. For more than 20 years, I have fought dozens or hundreds of battles with the Tatars. I know what they are going to do. If you insist
I'm going to tell you the reasons, and there are actually reasons. First, the Tatars are extremely vindictive and can be said to be retributive. The little Tatar prince Ba
Tumengk is a person who thinks very highly of himself. But after the Battle of Xuanfu a few years ago, they suffered a big loss. According to their temper, they will definitely find their way back. But in the past few years, the Tatars have only made small troubles.
There is no decent large-scale attack. This is abnormal. This time they have gathered in large numbers, so they must launch a large-scale attack."
Zhang Lun sneered: "This reason is far-fetched."
Zhu Hui said lightly: "The second reason. The Tatars gathered in the Hetao area, which is the basis for their winter attack. To the south of the Hetao, there is a yellow sand Gobi, where the rain and snow melt as soon as they fall. The terrain is not to the north, and the winter is not extremely extreme.
A cold place. The cold is a bit cold, but it is by no means unbearable. The Tatars have lived in the north for a long time, and their people and horses have already adapted to the severe cold climate. As long as the ground is not thick,
Neither the snow nor the land where the cavalry can gallop can stop their progress. Although they have rarely launched attacks in winter for so many years, it does not mean that they do not have such ability. And the more so, the more dangerous it is. Because this is the only way
It will be a surprise. I am afraid that this time, just like the 13th year of Hongzhi, we will take advantage of our paralysis and launch a sudden attack."
Zhang Lun sneered and said: "It's far-fetched. It's far-fetched. Your Majesty, these are all conjectures and cannot be accepted."
Before Zhu Houzhao could answer, Yang Tinghe said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I think it is not far-fetched. I believe that the leading general who has led the army in border towns for many years is qualified to make a judgment and has enough credibility. If
He has experienced the front line personally
If you can’t trust people’s words, what else can you trust? Besides, Yang Yiqing and Ma Ang also made the same judgment. If Bao Guogong’s judgment is wrong, then the leaders of the other two towns also made the same judgment.
Judgment, what’s the explanation?”
Zhang Lun frowned and said: "What? Yang Yiqing and Ma Ang also think that the Tatars are preparing to attack immediately? Why didn't they say it in the memorial?"
Yang Tinghe said: "Yang Yiqing and Ma Ang also have annexes to the memorials, giving their judgments. Of course, according to the British public, this judgment is also conjecture. So naturally, conjectures cannot be written in the memorial. But
Their judgments are the same as those of Baoguo Gong, which shows that it is not a coincidence, but that things are not as we imagined, and the Tatars are just an ordinary nuisance. This is worthy of attention."
Just as Zhang Lun was about to retort, Xu Guangzuo grabbed his robe and stopped him.
Xu Guangzuo looked on with cold eyes, he already understood. Zhu Hui, the protector of the country, had obviously hooked up with Yang Ting and them. They were obviously cooperating. Zhu Hui sang the opposite, and Yang Tinghe gave support. This was obviously discussed in advance.
Xu Guangzuo remembered something that happened not long ago. A month ago, Zhu Hui visited Xu Guangzuo. The purpose of his visit was to join the big family established by the Zhang brothers and the British Duke Chengguo and Dingguo.
Minghai Trading Company.
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When Zhang Yanling established this trading company, Zhu Hui and the other princes refused to hand over the mortgaged shares of the land to join. But now that Zhang Yanling has opened up the sea trade channel, the emperor fully supports Zhang Yanling's many measures and is fully developing throughout the Ming Dynasty.
Trade matters, starting overseas trade, Zhu Hui and the other princes felt that there would be huge profits, so they also established a sea trade business, hoping to do sea trade business and get a share of the pie.
As a result, a marquis came forward and went to the Yamen of the Shipping Department to request for sea trade qualifications, but Zhang Yanling refused. Zhang Yanling had two reasons for his refusal. The first was naturally that these guys refused before, but now
If they want to get a share of the pie, Zhang Yanling will certainly not pay attention to them. Secondly, their maritime trading firm is indeed not qualified. They just want to use their reputation and use their privileges to cooperate with local merchants. They don’t even have a ship on hand.
None, there is no qualification to participate at all.
Zhu Hui regarded this matter as Zhang Yanling's revenge against them. When Zhu Hui returned to Beijing from Xuanfu for the winter, Zhang Yanling had already gone to Nanjing. So Zhu Hui went to Xu Guangzuo and asked for an explanation. He also asked Xu Guangzuo to persuade Zhang Yanling to agree to the matter.
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Xu Guangzuo did not agree to him. It was not Xu Guangzuo's intention to do so. Although Xu Guangzuo was also a little unhappy with Zhu Hui's behavior. It was a bit excessive to refuse him at first and then try to get in now. But Xu Guangzuo actually did not reject him because of this matter.
It was Xu Guangzuo who couldn't make Zhang Yanling's decision. Zhang Yanling said that no one was allowed to interfere in the affairs of the Shipping Department and no one could break the rules. Otherwise, the enthusiasm of the merchants would be damaged.
Xu Guangzuo didn't want to make Zhang Yanling unhappy because of this incident. Compared to Zhang Yanling, Zhu Hui was nothing.
Zhu Hui cursed and left after being rejected. Perhaps from then on, Zhu Hui had other ideas.
Xu Guangzuo felt a little regretful and a little angry. Zhu Hui actually ignored the unity of the nobles and linked up with the foreign court for this matter. This is really inappropriate.
Xu Guangzuo wanted to know why Yang Tinghe and Zhu Hui were cooperating today. What on earth were they going to do.