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Chapter 174 The Zeng family’s troops move south, Zeng Guofan’s tactics, fortify the walls and clear the country!
"Weak minister Zeng Zicheng, I would like to thank the Emperor for His grace. Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!"

Zeng Guofan knelt on the Jinluan Hall, extremely excited. After slowly retreating from the Jinluan Hall, he felt that he would become the number one Han minister in the history of the Qing Dynasty!

Just now, he had been appointed and promoted to the rank of general who was in charge of military operations and defeated bandits and thieves. He was given the title of first-class loyal and brave man!

Judging from the current situation, once he pacifies the Ming thieves in the south, he is very likely to become the first Han prince in the Qing Dynasty since the San Francisco Period!
What, isn’t there Yingshui King Zhu Shunchang?

Just take a look at folklore. How could a dignified prince not have any historical records?

And look at the kingships of several other Han people. King Wu Sangui of Pingxi, King Shang Kexi of Pingnan, King Geng Zhongming of Jingnan, King Kong Youde of Dingnan, and King Sun Kewang of Yi... These five old traitors are serious people. Those who are crowned kings and their titles are meaningful, not place names.

Therefore, judging from the title and historical data, this 'Yingshui King Zhu Shunchang' is undoubtedly a folk legend.

Looking at Zeng Guofan's leaving figure, Qianlong and Xianfeng couldn't help but sigh.

Xianfeng sighed because he was finally safe. It was impossible for those foreigners to catch him across time and space, right?
What Qianlong lamented was an inexplicable sadness.

I have no descendants in Manchuria, so it’s the Han people’s turn to save the Qing Dynasty!
Humiliation, what a shame and humiliation!

Qianlong couldn't help but clenched his fists, but then relaxed them.

That's it, that's it.

If the Han people march, let the Han people march. The current situation is that the Han people fight the Han people. What can be said about the Eight Banners?No matter how they die, it is the Han people who die!

After thinking about this, Qianlong breathed a sigh of relief and laughed loudly. Then he turned his head and looked at Emperor Xianfeng, who looked weak and wilted. He couldn't help but said: "Xianfeng, you can live here happily. I will make the decision for you!"

Xianfeng was greatly moved and cried to Qianlong: "Thank you very much, Lord Qianlong. If your children and grandchildren are unfilial, they still need to ask for the blessings of their ancestors."

Qianlong nodded in relief, but his heart had already gone to Xianfeng.

If I could control both worlds...

Such thoughts appeared in Qianlong's mind.

After all, with Xianfeng's appearance, he probably wouldn't live for a few more years. Qianlong felt that once Xianfeng died, the person who would inherit Xianfeng's world must be his ancestor!

This is not because Qianlong coveted Xianfeng's world, but because... well... well, mainly because Qianlong felt that the fate of the Qing Dynasty could not be ruined like this!

He, Qianlong.

It’s for the Qing Dynasty!
Thinking of this, Qianlong's smile couldn't help but become brighter. Then he looked at a delicate and beautiful woman next to Xianfeng. His eyes lit up, and then he smiled and said, "Xianfeng, who is this next to you?"

"Reporting to my ancestors, this is my beloved concubine, Concubine Yi." Xianfeng said with a smile.

The 'Concubine Yi' didn't know why, so she immediately stepped forward to greet Qianlong: "I am Yehenala Xingzhen, and I would like to see Lord Qianlong and wish him long life."

Qianlong nodded with satisfaction, but did not make any move.

He was plotting to rule Xianfeng's world, so naturally he wouldn't do anything to rob people.

At this moment, a shadow suddenly flashed around Qianlong and looked at Yehenala Xingzhen. His eyes lit up and he asked Concubine Yi: "Your surname is Yehenala? Do you know Cixi?" , are all Xianfeng’s concubines, do you know her?”

Yehenara Xingzhen was confused by the sudden news, and couldn't help but look at the figure that suddenly appeared, it was Guarjia Ruoqing.

Xianfeng had just arrived and didn't understand the situation.

And Qianlong also needs the system in Ruoqing's hands, silently.

Seeing this, Xingzhen immediately felt that this woman should be a dignitary of the Qianlong Dynasty, and immediately said respectfully: "Reporting to this empress, I am from Yehenala, but... the 'Cixi' you mentioned is my concubine. I don’t really recognize it.”

"Pity."

Ruoqing couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

However, what Ruoqing didn't know was that the imperial concubine named 'Xingzhen' in front of her was the future Cixi.

It was not until the 11th year of Xianfeng's reign that after the death of Emperor Xianfeng, Xingzhen came to power with her son and became the Queen Mother, with the emblem title Cixi.

But there was nothing she could do, she had no knowledge, she only knew that it was like this after watching the TV series "Brain Trouble". She was destined to pass by her 'idol'.

……

The Hunan army moved south, and the monk soldiers rested and reorganized.

This is the current strategy of the Qing Dynasty.

Under the leadership of Zeng Guofan, the Hunan Army set out on the road with great momentum.

Zeng Guofan's troops moved all the way south at a very fast speed. Almost the entire Qing Dynasty's national power was working for Zeng Guofan. Within ten days, Zeng Guofan's troops had arrived in Xiangyang.

Before the army entered Xiangyang, a messenger rushed over and saluted Zeng Guofan: "General, there is smoke ahead. It seems to be a Ming army camp. Do you want to attack?"

This is an area occupied by the Qing Dynasty. The main force of the Ming army is attacking Wuchang. Where can I find the time to wander near Xiangyang?
Zeng Guofan had a clear conscience. He was sitting in the sedan chair. After hearing the words of the messenger, he immediately frowned and then said: "Yes, attack!"

The army under his command has been holding back for several days, so it is better to release it first and then garrison Xiangyang on the spot. Only then can the enemy be defeated.

As soon as he finished speaking, the surrounding troops couldn't help but become excited, and soon there were several vanguards, heading towards the 'camp' from different angles.

And the camp, called the camp, is actually a nearby town.

There were about 60 green soldiers from the Qianlong Dynasty in the town. They didn't know what happened yet. They were still talking and laughing, lamenting the war situation in Wuchang, and at the same time they were glad that they were not sent to the front line.

"It's really cool to have long hair."

"Yes, I heard that Changsha disappeared in a few days. It took less than two months for those long hairs to come here from Guangdong. This is too scary."

"Didn't it mean that Changsha fell and someone surrendered to the enemy?"

"What does it have to do with us? Just defend the city. I heard that there was another large army coming from the capital recently, which is really powerful..."

"..."

The Green Camp soldiers were talking nonchalantly, but at this moment, a gunshot suddenly rang out in the ears of the Green Camp soldiers without any warning!

"Peng!"

A green soldier who was responsible for patrolling the town gate was hit in the head in an instant and fell to the ground dead. Soon, the Zeng soldiers rushed over like wolves and tigers.

Seeing this scene, the other Green Camp soldiers were greatly frightened. Before they could say anything, they were shot dead one by one by the Zeng soldiers who rushed up. Immediately afterwards, screams and howls came from the town.In addition, there were the Zeng family soldiers' wild and ferocious laughter, as well as the continuous gunshots.

Not long after, the houses in the town were also set on fire, and the raging fire was instantly burned. Countless people fled in all directions. They had no idea what was happening, but they inevitably fell in their panic and were caught up by these soldiers.

"Everyone, stop right there. If anyone dares to run away, I will kill him with one shot!"

"Don't let me see you playing tricks!"

A low-level officer of the Zeng Family Soldiers glanced around at the captured civilians. His eyes lingered greedily on those slightly pretty women for a long time, and then he chuckled and said: "Give me this, give you that, and the one over there. Send it to the commander!"

"..."

After a round of burning, killing and looting, Zeng Guofan arrived belatedly. Looking at the scene in front of him, Zeng Guofan felt very sad and couldn't help but said: "These Ming thieves are really hateful. They actually sent out a small force to massacre the town! They really don't deserve to be human. Son!"

After saying that, Zeng Guofan seemed to have squeezed away two tears before saying: "Let the people from other surrounding villages come and see, this is what will happen if the thieves attack!"

The prefect of Xiangyang was standing aside, not knowing what to say, but he saw Zeng Guofan continuing: "From today on, all the people in Hubei will be recruited to build fortifications and dig trenches here. Our army will attack the Ming thieves head-on in Xiangyang." !”

Zeng Guofan's tactics were very simple, which was to build bunkers and trenches and advance step by step. The so-called "build a strong base and fight a stupid war".

However, those who can say such things obviously still think in the cold weapon era and do not understand Zeng Guofan.

Although Zeng Guofan was a hateful person, his tactical planning was very tyrannical. The "Hunan Army" he established under his command was all equipped with new weapons, which were among the top equipment in the world at that time. What kind of weapons and equipment did the British Empire have? Zeng Guofan's army was What.

With this kind of tyrannical firepower advantage, Zeng Guofan is not stupid, so why would he want to fight with you in close combat and conspiracy?

I will directly set up camp, dig trenches, prepare for defense, and then devour you step by step. This is a sure-win strategy. This is how the West fought during World War I and World War II. There is no need for hand-to-hand combat.

Therefore, in Zeng Guofan's view, this is still the case this time.

He will not take the initiative to attack before he is well prepared for defense.

"what?"

When the prefect of Xiangyang heard this, he was shocked for a moment, and then said: "General, we still have [-] to [-] soldiers from Hubei in Wuchang!"

"Wuchang is already a turtle in a urn, and the Ming army will defeat it within five days. If our army rushes to help Wuchang, firstly, the army will be exhausted, and secondly, the aid will turn into an attack. No!"

Zeng Guofan shook his head and said immediately: "The Ming army moved very fast all the way from Guangdong to this place. If we can strengthen the walls and clear the country here and give the Ming army a head-on blow, then after this defeat, the Ming army will inevitably collapse. By then, Wuchang and Changsha will be recovered." No problem."

Zeng Guofan obviously wanted to give up Wuchang and the [-] to [-] soldiers in Wuchang.

Seeing this, the prefect of Xiangyang was about to give some advice, but Zeng Guofan looked coldly, pointed at the prefect of Xiangyang and said: "You are obstructing military affairs, are you trying to collaborate with the enemy?!"

"The Qing Dynasty is so powerful and the emperor is so wise. How dare you collaborate with the enemy this time?! Come here, pull this thief down and kill him. I will be responsible for all military and political affairs here!"

……

The offensive of the Ming Dynasty King's Division can be described as overwhelming, with frequent successes.

On the main road, the Ming army captured Changsha, soldiers and horses from all walks of life returned one after another, and Hunan was about to recover.

Zhu Zhanji and Zhu Qiyu rewarded the three armies in Changsha, and the morale of the Ming army was greatly shaken.

The troops of the Jingtai Dynasty were responsible for cleaning up the die-hards and remaining Qing troops in various cities in Hunan, while the troops of the Xuande Dynasty sent their troops northward, taking advantage of the lack of military equipment in Hubei to attack Wuchang as soon as possible.

Wuchang is already in danger and can be captured in just three or two days.

Zhu Biao, Zhu Houzhao, Zhu Youjian, Zhu Yijun and other troops of the Right Route Army have already pushed their troops to the gates of Nanchang City and are engaged in a tug-of-war.

Zhu Di's troops in the Left Army were in a bit of trouble.

Altai, the bachelor and governor of Sichuan, led elite troops in Sichuan. Although the Jinchuan and Jinchuan were assisted, the Jinchuan and Jinchuan were basically unable to conquer the mountains. Therefore, after occupying several cities, they started a stalemate with Altai in Yunnan-Guizhou.

Although they have the upper hand, it may take some time to defeat the enemy.

The Ming Dynasty Production and Construction Corps, located in Guangdong and Guangxi, also achieved brilliant results and reclaimed tens of thousands of acres of fertile land.

Everything seems to be thriving.

Li Youwen wiped the sweat from his forehead and felt very satisfied.

Now, he is the small flag of the third banner of the third battalion of the second town of the First Production and Construction Corps of the Ming Dynasty, and he is in charge of ten people!
The reason why he was able to be promoted was, on the one hand, because Li Youwen was one of the few literate soldiers among the generals, and on the other hand, because Li Youwen was one of the few literate soldiers who knew how to farm.

But at this time, Li Youwen, led by his colleagues, headed towards Hubei.

I heard that there is a war going on in Hubei, and their mission this time is to transport food and grass to the frontline troops in Hubei.

There were no obstacles along the way.

Although there are still some defeated Manchu soldiers wandering around, they are few in number. Although the quality of the construction corps that came to transport food is not very good and they are all equipped with captured matchlocks, there are still a thousand people after all.

After they have transported the food, they will also serve as garrison troops in the local prefecture and county to maintain local security and garrison to avoid being attacked by small groups of Manchu troops.

Therefore, with such a large number of people, those wandering defeated Qing soldiers would naturally not attack and kill them.

Just like this, more than ten days later, Li Youwen's team of [-] people had arrived at the gates of Wuchang City.

When they arrived in Wuchang, Wuchang City had been captured by the Ming army. Countless green soldiers were dejected, squatting in the corner, waiting to be reviewed and sent away.

Wuchang City was still filled with the smell of gunpowder smoke, as if the battle had ended not long ago.

After Li Youwen handed over the grain to the frontline grain officer, he chatted with the other person familiarly: "That's awesome! Wuchang City has been captured, wouldn't it be possible to attack Beijing next year and find out Qianlong? ?”

"next year?"

The grain officer shook his head, yawned, and then said: "The scouts said that a new army has arrived in Xiangyang, from Beijing. If they can defeat this new army, they can go north. There will be no need for next year. Everything will be solved in three months!”

Having said that, the grain officer's eyes were full of hope, and he said expectantly: "His Majesty Xuande and Jingtai have now led their troops to Xiangyang. Taking Beijing is just around the corner!"

Li Youwen also nodded, his eyes full of expectation.

He now only hopes that after the war, he can hold an official position and restore the glory of the old Li family!

　I owe one more chapter, and now I owe two more chapters.

　　
　
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