Ming politicians

Until Yan Yingyuan left, Shi Kefa did not take any measures. On the one hand, of course, it was because of Zu Dashou's relationship. On the other hand, it was also Yan Yingyuan's analysis of the situation, which aroused Shi Kefa's resonance. The situation in Liaodong was indeed as Yan Yingyuan said. In other words, according to the analysis of the Great Jin Emperor Su Tiancheng, a little carelessness may cause a turbulent situation, and the losses caused by this turbulent situation may make anyone who makes a decision a sinner through the ages.

Shi Kefa fell into a state of hesitation, unable to make a final decision until the imperial edict came.

The imperial decree caused great repercussions in the governor's yamen.

The total strength of the Liaodong frontier army is less than 30, and the backbone force is less than 10. If 20 sergeants are deployed to guard the capital according to the requirements of the imperial decree, it is tantamount to handing over Liaodong to the Houjin Tartars, which is less than [-] Sergeant guarding the huge Liaodong, but also facing the covetous Daishan and Jierhalang, what the consequences will be, it is unnecessary to think about it.

Zu Dashou and Zu Dale strongly opposed it, and their reasons were very sufficient. Even if they gave up Guangning and Xiping Fort, and defended the Guanning Jin line of defense, it would be impossible to rely on less than [-] soldiers. Excited, Zu Dale even moved the Jiangning battalion out, thinking that if there were [-] soldiers from the Jiangning battalion, it would be possible to go to Shenyang, let alone defend Liaodong. Mostly, the combat power is not particularly strong, compared with the Houjin Tartars, there is a gap, more importantly, the Houjin Tartars were not good at attacking cities before, but after that they were equipped with a lot of artillery, and they were able to attack cities. The ability of the village has been greatly enhanced, and it can be said that it is handled in accordance with the imperial edict.Liaodong must be completely lost.

The cabinet scholar Zhang Guowei who came to deliver the decree turned pale. Seeing such an argument, he knew very well that Su Tiancheng had already extended his hand to Liaodong. I am afraid that the generals in Liaodong may not completely follow the requirements of the imperial decree.

Shi Kefa was caught in a dilemma.

At this time, the flaws in his character were exposed.On important issues, it is difficult to make a decision, seems indecisive, and the position is not particularly firm. On the one hand, there is the imperial decree of the court, on the other hand, the opposition of important generals such as Zu Dashou and Zu Dale, and there is the shadow of Su Tiancheng behind him, no matter what the decision is. , resulting in consequences.I'm afraid it's all unbearable.

Yan Yingyuan also knew the content of the imperial decree. He really didn't understand it. In fact, when he said those words in front of Shi Kefa, Yan Yingyuan still thought of it. Maybe there will be people in the Ming court who understand Huang Taiji's strategy at a glance. Those who were fooled must have dispatched a small part of the Liaodong frontier army to deal with it.It's impossible to say that you don't care at all, after all, the post-gold Tartars led by Dorgon.Very brave, just in case, some Liaodong Frontier Army should be transferred.

When the imperial edict came, Yan Yingyuan was completely disappointed with the Ming court. The reason why there was such an imperial edict was why the Ming court gave up Liaodong.It is also because the officials in the court think of their own interests. As long as they can save their lives and wealth, whether there is a problem in Liaodong is not their concern.Therefore, the large-scale mobilization of the Liaodong Frontier Army, in fact, the mobilization of 20 Liaodong Frontier Army is not much different from all transfers. According to the most optimistic estimate, the remaining Liaodong Frontier Army of less than [-] can desperately defend Shanhaiguan. Even Amitabha.

Yan Yingyuan would never let such a situation happen, and after discussing with Zu Dashou, Zu Dale and others, he came to the Governor's Yamen again and entered the wing room.

This time Shi Kefa didn't feel strange, nor did he show the same attitude as the first time, but his face was still expressionless, and he didn't take the initiative to speak. What attitude, can you come up with some practical solutions.

When it comes to the safety of Liaodong, Yan Yingyuan is very proactive.

"Master Shi, I already know the content of the imperial decree, and I have the courage to come to see you. I have some ideas, and I must express them. As for the choice, please think twice."

Shi Kefa nodded, without much expression on his face.

"Your Excellency should be rather disappointed after receiving the imperial edict from the imperial court. I have thought about it carefully. Not everyone in the Ming court may be able to see Huang Taiji's scheme. Unfortunately, they panicked and only thought of their own interests. They don't care about the situation in Liaodong, because Liaodong is still far away from them, but the post-gold tartars under Dorgon's command are in Changping, not far from them. If the capital is taken by Dorgon, wouldn't they have everything? Without it, lives are lost.”

"Master Yan, don't say these complaints, let's talk about a better way."

"The method given below is very simple, one word, procrastination, but to do this, you must have sufficient reasons and posture. First, you can make a big splash, saying that the Liaodong Frontier Army is about to march to the capital on a large scale, and then mobilize Some of the sergeants slowly marched towards the capital. What I mean is that the scale does not exceed 10 people. If the court asks, the reason for the adults is very simple. There are many difficulties in mobilizing 20 troops at one time. It is the preparation of food and grass, but it is too late, so the first batch can only mobilize so much, and the next one will take a few days to prepare."

"I believe that once the Liaodong frontier army marches to the capital, Daishan and Jierhalang stationed in the south of the Liaohe River will definitely take action. At that point, my lord does not need to mobilize any troops at all. I also assert that After Daishan and Jierhalang start their attack, the post-gold Tartars led by Dorgon will definitely leave Changping and head towards Shanhaiguan."

Shi Kefa's face changed, he thought of another possibility, and sure enough, Yan Yingyuan also mentioned this level.

"Dorgon will not attack the capital. Huang Taiji's purpose is to mobilize the Liaodong frontier army. Next, Daishan, Jierhalang and Dorgon can attack the Liaodong frontier army back and forth while attacking Shanhaiguan. At that time, the fall of Liaodong will be a certainty. If it is not done well, the capital will also be affected, and it may even be attacked by the Houjin Tartars..."

Shi Kefa finally spoke again.

"I understand the meaning of Lord Yan, that is to dispatch an army of less than [-] to the capital, and the journey should not be too fast. We must always pay attention to the movements of the Houjin Tartars led by Dorgon. In the situation of pincer attack, we must rush back to Liaodong quickly, is that what you mean?"

"It's not necessarily necessary to return to Liaodong. Even if you are stationed in Yongping Mansion, it will be a great deterrent to the Hou Jin Tartars. Once this is done, all the arrangements made by the Hou Jin Tartars will be useless. .”

"That's not necessarily the case. With about [-] Liaodong frontier troops, Guangning, Xipingbao, Yizhou, and even Heishan may not be able to defend."

Yan Yingyuan had a sneer on his face.

"I've thought about it a long time ago. Huang Taiji has a big appetite. I'm afraid I didn't look at these places. What I saw was the Guan Ningjin line of defense. Huang Taiji is very clear. If he can't take down the Guan Ningjin line of defense, it is considered to be won. Places such as Guangning, Xipingbao and Yizhou may not be able to be defended. If the troops are dispersed in these places, they can only be gradually eliminated in the future. Therefore, I believe that Huang Taiji will not occupy these places. Once his goal is not achieved , These places are very likely to be uninhabited for thousands of miles."

Shi Kefa's body trembled slightly, and Yan Yingyuan pointedly pointed out the consequences facing Liaodong. Tai Chi will never forget that the Liaodong Frontier Army could not wipe out the Houjin Tartars, but the Jiangning Battalion could do it.

Shi Kefa didn't care about anything else, and pointed to the map on the table and spoke to Yan Yingyuan.

"Lord Yan, my opinion is that we should voluntarily abandon Guangning, Xiping Fort and Yizhou, shrink our troops, stabilize the Guanning Jin line of defense, focus on Dalinghe City and Shanhaiguan, and deploy heavy troops. The specific deployment of troops is as follows: [-] soldiers are stationed in Dalinghe City, [-] soldiers are stationed in Jinzhou, [-] soldiers are stationed in Ningyuan, and [-] soldiers are stationed in Shanhaiguan. In addition, [-] troops are deployed around Heishan. This deployment can ensure that the Guanning Jin line is safe."

Yan Yingyuan finally showed a smile on his face. According to this arrangement, Daishan and Jierhalang have no chance. Once they lead the army to directly attack Shanhaiguan, they will face an army of 10,000+ behind them. They dare not underestimate this point. In case of being surrounded by the Liaodong frontier army, they can't guarantee that they can retreat completely. In addition, Dorgon launched an attack from within the pass. Because there are many Liaodong frontier troops guarding Shanhaiguan, Dorgon can't think of a good way. There is even no chance to join Daishan and Jierhalang. When the situation has reached such a situation, Huang Taiji must stop immediately, but there is one thing that cannot be avoided, that is, Heishan, Yizhou, Guangning and Xiping Forts and other places will definitely encounter massacres.

Shi Kefa adopted Yan Yingyuan's suggestion and decided to send less than [-] Liaodong frontier troops as an army to support the capital. Moreover, the army moved very slowly and was not in a hurry at all. The scouts he sent focused on investigating the movements of the army led by Dorgon. Discovering that Dorgon is moving towards Shanhaiguan, the army will make corresponding deployments and adjustments, and stick to Yongping Fucheng.

Such an arrangement can be said to have completely defeated Huang Taiji's scheme.

Huang Taiji would never have imagined in his dreams that he could panic the Ming court and put Liaodong under unprecedented pressure, but he could not have imagined that Su Tiancheng's hand had already been extended to Liaodong. This invisible big hand stabilized Liaodong The current situation made his plan almost completely come to nothing. (To be continued..)