Guo Ning has no airs and has always been in harmony with his subordinates. Especially when he patrols military camps and military schools every day, he is always in a good mood and is willing to let the soldiers he meets share his good mood.
When he saw familiar soldiers, he joked with each other and cared about his family members; when he met those who were unmotivated or who had just violated military laws, he might kick them and scold them; sometimes he saw soldiers competing in martial arts, and he became more interested.
He took off his military uniform and came out shirtless to compete with others in sumo wrestling.
Most of the time, Guo Ning can win. Occasionally, he will inevitably lose once or twice when he meets someone who is particularly good at bare-handed fighting and has an upright temperament. After losing, he always jokingly pretends to be angry and wants to get Tieguduo.
The revenge made the soldiers burst into laughter. Then they dug into their pockets and took some money to reward the victor.
Such a process is not only a means to win over people's hearts, but for Guo Ning, who was born in the military, it is indeed a little entertainment for him after his busy official duties.
It was the same today. He was patrolling from several military camps and his face was always full of joy.
Until he saw this group of soldiers being mobilized for training, his face suddenly darkened.
He asked with a sneer, but the people accompanying him did not answer. Guo Ning frowned and turned to look back at Chen Ran.
Chen Ran was one of Guo Ning's earliest personal guards and was famous for his ability to wield two swords. Later, due to an injury to the palm of his right hand, he was unable to hold the sword, so he became the leader of the attendants and participated in secrets.
In the past few months, the staff structure around Guo Ning has gradually improved. There is the Recording Department to compile military information, the Experience Department to sort out direct affairs, and the Counseling Department to serve as assistants. However, considerable confidential authority has always been in the hands of attendants like Chen Ran.
in hand.
This time Guo Ning mobilized the most capable grassroots soldiers in the army for intensive training. Because Chen Ran had many acquaintances and seniority in the army, and he himself was a good fighter in the past and had a very accurate vision, he was specifically put in charge.
Out of his trust in Chen Ran, and because there were so many things that required Guo Ning's attention, Guo Ning didn't go to the scene to see these soldiers in person until today.
However... looking at the situation of these soldiers, it seems that Chen Ran's selection criteria are a bit biased?
Guo Ning waved his hand, asked the other attendants to step back, and called Chen Ran to his side.
He lowered his voice and asked:
"I know about Yu Man'er. He is a good fighter among the tens of thousands of soldiers under Yang An'er's command. He is exactly what we need. What's going on with Yu Xing? Is he particularly outstanding in martial arts? Or is his brain particularly good? I
I remember that this guy has always been reckless, and he got into trouble several times in the military academy... so he is still just a captain."
Guo Ning pointed at a few figures mixed in among the more than two hundred soldiers.
The size of the Ding Navy has expanded to such an extent that Guo Ning has long been unable to remember the names and faces of everyone. However, some of the people here are clearly relatives of those who died in Hebei on that day and joined the army after arriving in Shandong.
Most of them had taken classes under Guo Ning's nose, and Guo Ning actually recognized several familiar faces.
"And these few, Lao Chen, how come they were chosen here? Their fathers and brothers once fought and even died with me, so they received good treatment from our Dinghai Navy. Their families have all the land and crops, and they have a shelter.
They are all assigned to those who are honest and willing to work. When they join the army, they are all advanced to the military academy. After showing a little performance in front of me, they will be good generals and have a good team..."
Guo Ning frowned and walked around the hall several times with his hands behind his back: "Isn't this enough? Old Chen, do you think that I summoned them just to let them receive a short training and then be promoted and rewarded? What do you want to do by putting these people in?"
At this point, Guo Ning's tone became cold.
According to the system of the Dinghai Navy, soldiers are treated well and their status is respected. Of course, this cannot be said to be a century-old plan, but it is the best way to immediately build a strong army to fight against powerful enemies.
Correspondingly, Guo Ning never wanted to see the unruly situation of the Ya soldiers in the Five Dynasties vassal reappear. Therefore, he always ran the army strictly and was never merciful in military law. Every now and then, officers who were arrogant and arrogant and violated the law were dismissed. Military status. He also used military schools to ensure the loyalty of key soldiers to their commanders; he used frequent personnel transfers to suppress the personal affiliation between soldiers and officers.
However, since ancient times, people's hearts have been insufficient, and it is inevitable for monks with crooked mouths to recite sutras. If a personal guard like Chen Ran actually uses military affairs to win over private individuals and divide possible profits, I am afraid that Guo Ning will have to use drastic measures to punish him quickly. Ensure the reliability of the army.
Facing Guo Ning's harsh words, Chen Ran only bowed his head slightly:
"Ahem, envoy, I probably know a little bit about the purpose of this group of people being summoned."
"Um?"
"Although I am not responsible for the affairs of the military academy, the military academy in Dongyang City was emptied out ten days ago. Many miniature models of roads and buildings were built with reeds throughout the entire campus. I know this. .”
Guo Ning was silent.
"This time Mongolia moves south, China is at the forefront, and the situation is changing rapidly. And when we determine the development of the navy, we must ensure that China is always on the front line. Therefore, we must maintain key forces at key points, and more We must dare to use this power when necessary to ensure that the situation goes as we want. Envoy, these people I selected... In terms of their fighting skills alone, not all of them may be the best among tens of thousands of troops, but there are three I paid special attention to this thing!"
"What three things?"
Chen Ran took a step forward, bowed and said: "First, these people have nothing to do with the imperial court; second, these people have family members or close relatives who are under the rule of Ding Haijun; third, these people are all bold and reckless. Xuan Don’t worry, as long as you give an order, they can execute any order without hesitation!”
"Hey!"
Guo Ning let out a heavy breath.
He had always felt that Chen Ran was an understanding person, but now it seemed that this old man was more understanding than Guo Ning expected.
Of course, Ding Haijun was not a loyal minister of the imperial court, but there was no need to act like a traitor all the time and make people annoying. So in the past few days, Guo Ning kept Du Shisheng in Zhongdu to mediate with the powerful officials in the DPRK as the representative of Ding Haijun. Maintaining a pattern in which the two parties fight without breaking up.
Because of the emperor's doubts about Ding Haijun, except for Du Shisheng, Ding Haijun had no other forces stationed in Zhongdu. Du Shisheng himself rarely interacted with the leading generals in Zhongdu, and even those who were recommended to the position by Guo Ning Miao Daorun and Zhang Rou also seemed to be strangers.
However, as the military situation around Zhongdu deteriorates, sooner or later the Ding Navy will fully intervene in the war situation in Zhongdu; and when the power of the Ding Navy appears on the battlefield in Zhongdu, the prerequisite is the military presence of Zhongdu itself.
Guo Ning has never overestimated the virtues of the high-ranking officials and nobles in Zhongdu City. Therefore, he decided to reach out to Zhongdu City again and organized to eliminate the wavering forces at critical moments.
This kind of thing will never be tolerated by the emperor. Guo Ning has no intention of creating any trouble, so he will not send out a lot of force. The sneaking of this force must be alert and covert, and the actions must be bold and violent. Elites must be mobilized from the entire army and be specially prepared.
Training will do. As for the specific tasks, you don’t need to think too much about them. Things will come to their own.
Guo Ning walked back from the edge of the watchtower and patted Chen Ran on the arm: "It doesn't have to be that..."
He stared at Chen Ran's face, noticed the particularly determined look in his eyes, and felt a little emotional.
"Does anyone else know about this?"
"Don't worry, sir, others are not as smart as me, and I don't dare to talk nonsense outside."
Guo Ning laughed: "I already know who will lead the team on this trip. But there is still a lack of someone to assist on the stage..."
"Chen Ran is not talented, but he is willing to share his worries for the missionary!"
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