My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 963 Zhang Fu’s Persuasion

Zhang Fu also knew that Zhu Qizhen did not want to see him, but the situation was urgent now, so he ignored the persuasion of his men and insisted on going to Zhu Qizhen.

Finally, Zhang Fu's carriage turned around and came to the position of the Chinese army to stop Zhu Qizhen's carriage.

"Your Majesty, the British Lord requested to see you and said that he has urgent military affairs to report to you!"

A eunuch came to Zhu Qizhen's car and reported in a low voice to Zhu Qizhen in the car.

"It's only been a few days since Ansheng was born. Why is he here again?"

Zhu Qizhen's dissatisfied mutterings came from the carriage. The reason why he brought Zhang Fu with him this time was because he wanted to use his prestige to stabilize the morale of the army. He did not expect that Zhang Fu, who was over seventy years old, could really help, so for Zhang Fu He never listens to Fu's opinions because he doesn't believe that a bad old man can provide him with any useful advice.

"Your Majesty, after all, the British Duke is a veteran in the army and has asked to see him many times. I think he really has something important to report to you. I think it's better to meet him!"

At this moment, Wang Zhen, who was riding in the same car as Zhu Qizhen, actually begged Zhang Fu for mercy.

Wang Zhen treated other nobles like pigs and dogs, but he only respected Zhang Fu. In addition, the Oala army was attacking from both sides, which made Wang Zhen feel uneasy, so he also wanted to hear what Zhang Fu, a veteran, had to say. view.

After hearing Wang Zhen's plea for Zhang Fu, Zhu Qizhen finally changed his mind and said, "Okay, then I'll call Zhang Fu to see him. I want to see what he has to report?"

When Zhang Fu learned that Zhu Qi Town agreed to see him, he was overjoyed. He immediately got off the carriage, walked quickly to Zhu Qi Town's carriage and saluted: "Old minister Zhang Fu, long live my emperor!"

"You don't have to be polite. Sir, you want to see me. Why do you want to see me?"

Zhu Qizhen asked someone to open the car door, yawned and asked Zhang Fu.

"Your Majesty, there are Oara people intercepting us in front of us, and there are Oara people pursuing us behind. The situation is very critical. In my opinion, the best way now is to speed up the march and try to get into Huailai before dark. The county town is at least half safe this way!”

Zhang Fu said his thoughts sincerely.

He couldn't say that Zhu Zhanhe warned him not to enter Tumu Fort. Let's not say whether anyone believed such words. Even if someone believed it, Zhu Qizhen, like his father Zhu Zhanji, didn't like the big man very much. Therefore, Zhang Fu must not mention Zhu Zhanhe even a word.

"Mr. British, the weather is hot now and the army is short of drinking water. There is a civil fort in front of us. I plan to let the army camp in the civil fort. Then everyone can have a good rest and get water from the Guichuan River next to it to solve the drinking water problem in the army. "

Before Zhu Qizhen could speak, Wang Zhen beside him frowned and spoke first.

"Absolutely not. The earthen fortress is too small and cannot accommodate a large army. In comparison, Huailai County is much larger and has stronger defenses. As for the issue of drinking water, an army can be sent to fetch water. , and the army rushed to Huailai County as quickly as possible to ensure His Majesty’s safety!”

When Zhang Fu heard that Wang Zhen actually planned to set up camp in Tumubao, he was so frightened that his face changed and he persuaded him.

If Zhang Fu still had some extravagant hopes before coming to see Zhu Qizhen, but now that he heard with his own ears that Wang Zhen decided to camp in Tumubao, his last hope was finally dashed.

"Mr. British, I think you are too cautious. The Wara people have been following behind for so long and do not dare to attack us. It shows that they are afraid of my army. After all, we have an absolute advantage in strength. As for the Wara people intercepting in front, even more They don't dare to contact us. If we take a step forward, they will take a step back, so don't worry about it at all!" Zhu Qizhen said at this time with a nonchalant expression.

"Your Majesty is absolutely right. When we slow down, we also tell the Ora people that we are not afraid of them, so they don't dare to attack easily. If we suddenly speed up now, it will only make the Ora people think that we are afraid, and they may launch an attack immediately. !”

Wang Zhen also echoed.

Hearing the strange remarks of this pair of monarchs and ministers, Zhang Fu almost laughed out loud. If he had been so easy to fool, his position as the overlord of the grassland would have been taken away by others!

Of course, Zhang Fu would not dare to say this directly, so he had to patiently explain again: "Your Majesty, the reason why Ye Xian delayed attacking is because he wanted to find the best opportunity to defeat us in one fell swoop. The Tumu Fort in front is their best place to encircle and annihilate them, but if we don't stop at the Tumu Fort and rush to Huailai County as quickly as possible, they will lose this opportunity to attack!"

"Then you mean that as long as we enter Huailai County, the Walas will not dare to attack us?"

Zhu Qizhen glanced at Zhang Fu and asked.

"That's not the case. It's just that after we enter the county, we can rely on the county's city walls for defense. Huailai County is located outside the customs. The city walls are built stronger than ordinary county cities, and the defense is not weak. Coupled with our military strength, even if the Walas attack In the county seat, we are sure to repel them!"

Zhang Fu explained again.

With the army's current morale, if they were to engage in a battle with the Wala cavalry in the wild, they would simply be courting death. Only with the help of the defense of the city walls would the army have a chance of survival.

"I understand. You should go down and rest first. I have to think about it before making a decision!"

Zhu Qizhen waved his hand and said.

"Your Majesty, this matter is related to the safety of you and hundreds of thousands of troops. Please do not enter Tumu Fort. Huailai County is where we will camp!"

Zhang Fu was still unwilling in the end and immediately persuaded him loudly again.

"Go down, I will make my own decision!"

Zhu Qizhen said impatiently at this time. He really didn't like these ministers who were always against him. Why can't everyone be like Mr. Wang and listen to him in everything?
Zhang Fu had no choice but to retreat silently.

After Zhang Fu left, Zhu Qizhen asked Wang Zhen next to him: "Mr. Wang, what do you think of the British Duke's suggestion?"

"Britain is loyal and courageous. It is indeed worthy of commendation. However, he is getting older and his courage has become smaller. The earthen fort is just around the corner. Now the army is tired and hungry. If he continues, he may make the soldiers feel sad. We are dissatisfied, so it is better to rest early. Only after resting can the soldiers have the strength to fight. In this way, even if the Walas come and kill them, we can fight them back! "

Wang Zhen replied with a smile on his face.

Although he respects Zhang Fu, it does not mean that he will listen to Zhang Fu's opinions. After all, everyone has their own selfish motives. For example, he is saying nice words now, but what he is thinking about is the thousand baggage vehicles that fell behind. The vehicle contains other people's property that is respectful to him, and must not be lost.

(End of this chapter)