Guangzong Yaoming

Chapter 327 Nurhaci's Hatred
In the town of Jizhou, the Jizhou Town General's Office is now where the emperor resides.

The guarding is naturally strict.

In particular, the western border wall of Jinzhou was breached, and now the people of Jizhou Town and Yongping Prefecture where Shanhaiwei is located are in panic.

"Take this opportunity to have Yongping Prefecture organize some people to go to Jizhou, and let Xiao Dehe make good use of them to lay a good foundation for Beitang and Lutai."

Zhu Changluo had to face the chain reactions brought about by the war. The people were always in panic and it was their nature to seek profit and avoid harm.

It is reasonable that the government army suffered a defeat at the hands of the Tartars. This is the inherent perception.

Last year, when he came here to inspect the Tianshu Camp, the Military Industrial Park and the Zhayanghang Shipyard, he promoted the magistrate of Baodi and now he is the magistrate of Jizhou under Shuntian Prefecture.

Jizhou is Jizhou, and Jizhou Town is Jizhou Town. The entire Jizhou Town includes most of the northern part of Northern Zhili. The town of Jizhou is located in the northwest corner of Yongping Prefecture and south of Xifengkou. Jizhou is west of Yongping Prefecture.

Now is the time for Ming Dynasty to withstand pressure.

There were also people from the Imperial Study accompanying him. The emperor had some arrangements to make regarding civil affairs, so they immediately went to the Lulong County, the seat of Yongping Prefecture, to notify him.

"The people still don't believe that the government army can win. Yongping Prefecture has made so many preparations before, but now that the news has come, many people are still afraid that Shanhaiguan will be breached."

Zhu Changluo lamented that this plan must be launched now.

Previously, the people in Guanjinning either moved south to Shanhaiguan or north to Yizhou. The head of the Zhifang Hall of the Privy Council and Yongping Prefecture spent a lot of effort to provide relief and recruit laborers here, and the impact of the Liaodong War was controlled in Yongping Prefecture.

But now it is inevitably beginning to overflow.

Tian Le was not worried about these things. He was worried about another thing: "Ningyuan Hou sent Nurhaci's son back, and he executed him first and reported to the emperor later..."

"Employ people with confidence, and don't employ people you don't trust." Zhu Changluo shook his head. "Didn't you say that? This is indeed a good way to temporarily deter Jianzhou. It's better not to think about the worse possibility. The Tartars and the Jurchens don't know what the Ming Dynasty is like now, but he doesn't know it either?"

Li Chengliang's actions actually caused quite a bit of controversy within the Privy Council, and Tian Le was also very angry.

After all, this was not included in the previous military orders.

Some people were worried that Li Chengliang would cause trouble, so they considered the possibility that he would collude with Jianzhou and Tatar and want to split Liaodong.

Although the possibility is low, they must raise it to Zhu Changluo.

After all, Li Chengliang’s role was crucial to whether the Khan’s army could be successfully encircled.

Zhu Changluo’s attitude towards this was clear: don’t doubt it for now and wait and see how the situation develops.

Now, Zhu Changluo also fully realized the difficulty of central decision-making before major events: It cannot be said that Tian Le and others were worrying too much or engaging in party struggles, it was purely because they had to consider various possibilities.

Doubt, decision, different considerations ahead and behind...

"After Xiao Daiqing attacked Yizhou first, he fought resolutely," Zhu Changluo said, "It will take about a month for the snow to make it difficult for them to come and go. During this period, the movements in the capital and Jiangnan are more worthy of attention. The war in the northern border cannot let the frontline soldiers hesitate at this time. If there is anything to discuss, we will wait until the future."

Tian Le looked at Zhu Changluo and said nothing more.

Since the emperor said so, this matter is still considered a "mistake" in nature.

Li Chengliang's behavior, even without considering the possibility that he had rebellious intentions, would lead to two unpredictable results: one is that Nurhaci was frightened and directly intimidated, so the Ming Dynasty would just concentrate on encircling and suppressing the Khan's army; the other is that Nurhaci was afraid that the Ming Dynasty was so wary of him and would never let go of this opportunity that would never come again, so he simply sent out cavalry immediately.

In the former case, Li Chengliang would have made great contributions, and at least his reputation would have ensured that the border troops and the people in the east of Liaodong would not have to fall into immediate war.

In the latter case, Li Chengliang would have the opportunity to make great contributions. Ma Gui was still on an expedition to Aohan and other tribes, and then he would encircle the Khan's army from the north. After achieving the strategic goal of encircling and suppressing the Khan's army, the fastest and most suitable person to rush to the east to lead the overall situation and counterattack Jianzhou was naturally Li Chengliang.

Zhu Changluo ended his communication with them on military intelligence and current situations and returned to the hall in the backyard.

My heart is heavy and worried.

How can we not worry? After the war begins, there will be more and more unpredictable things.

For example, Lindan Batur's courage and determination in his lofty ambitions, Xiao Daiqing's strategy of forming alliances and making coalitions, and Nurhaci's hesitation to act.

Now there is the possibility that Li Chengliang is "nurturing the enemy for his own benefit" or even "fishing in troubled waters".

It is definitely not something that can be done just because a strategy has been planned before.

Now, the most stressful month is approaching.

The news that the Ming border wall west of Jinzhou had been breached spread rapidly. He Heli learned about it shortly after he reported the news brought back by Tang Guda to Nurhaci.

The news came from the north.

The messenger from Khorchin said: All the taijis must go south immediately, and the old land on the left wing of the Liaohe Basin must be recaptured. Since the marriage alliance has been made, if Jianzhou helps the Ming Dynasty like Yehe did, then the enraged wild Jurchens will only go south along the east.

Nurhaci had previously led people to slaughter some small tribes of the Jurchens and seized a batch of Jurchen clothes and weapons. Now Eyidu, who was leading those people there, was preparing to attack the Yehe tribe and even the Liaoyuan Military and Civilian Government when the Khorchin went south.

As Nurhaci had reached a tacit understanding with the Khorchin nobles about these things, the large tribes of wild Jurchens scattered over a very wide area were only told by the Khorchin nobles who actually commanded them that it was the Yehe tribe and the Ming Dynasty that were responsible.

Korqin's meaning is half expectation and half warning.

If Jianzhou broke the alliance, then no matter who won between Tatar and Ming, Jianzhou would certainly have a hard time: if Tatar won, Jianzhou would not follow the agreement and would have to face the Tatar army. If Ming won, Khorchin could also reveal that Jianzhou had sworn to attack Ming together with them, and Jianzhou and Ming would have a complete falling out.

So after continuing to send Korchin's attitude, He Heli found the article again and read it carefully for a long time.

Finally he asked, "Are Gong Zhenglu and the others watching?"

"Prince, I am following your orders. We are all keeping an eye on them."

"Be alert. Wait for my order and act quickly."

"Slave, you obey!"

He Heli thought to himself that Nurhaci had already made his choice. Otherwise, what was the point of all the preparations before?
What's more, now the Khan's court has really broken through the border wall and entered the heartland of Liaodong.

He estimated the time when Nurhaci would return, and suddenly gave another order: "Let all the soldiers left behind in each flag move and be ready to go to war at any time."

"Erfu!" Nurhaci's third son Abai was shocked, "Won't that alarm the Han people?"

"Li Chengliang has sent the Fourth Prince back to scare us. Do you think the Han people are not prepared?" He Heli said solemnly, "Besides, I can write to the Liaodong border officials again. I heard that the Tatars have captured Jinzhou. Ask them if they want to build a state and send troops to defend it. We are doing this to serve the dynasty and work together."

Finally, he looked at Abai and said, "I know you still have doubts in your heart, and you can't bear to harm your teacher. But now is the time for the survival of the whole family. The Fourth Prince is willing to go back and sacrifice his life. You can't be soft-hearted!"

Abai nodded with a heavy heart and said no more.

Ultimately, it is Ama who makes the decision.

He just felt that Ming Dynasty was not Korea. And now, Jianzhou still had to leave a lot of people in Korea to defend the places that had been conquered.

Even though many people from Huifa and Ula surrendered last year, is this really the best time?
Why does Ama feel that the Ming Dynasty is determined to wipe out Jianzhou? ...

"...Li Chengliang...Li Chengliang..."

In the Sikhote-Alin Mountains, Nurhaci received the first news from He Heli, and his body and voice trembled slightly.

Of course it was cold in the mountains, but he was now filled with both fear and anger.

Even a little bit of pride and excitement.

It's hard to say why this is.

"Hurry up!" he ordered, and turned his horse's head to the back, "You still march as usual, I will go back to Hetuala first!"

We must hurry back.

After walking another hundred miles, I received the second message.

"Really? Did the Khanate really break into the Jinzhou border wall?"

The messenger can, of course, only guarantee that the message he is delivering is indeed true.

"Father, since Khorchin said such harsh words, it must be right!" Zhu Ying was very nervous, but also excited. "They can't do it in winter, but Khalkha and Khorchin have endured for a year, and now their cattle, sheep and horses are fat and strong!"

“…Hurry up.”

Nurhaci said nothing.

He continued on the road, the wind between the Sikhote-Alin Mountains in the east was very cold, and he needed to think clearly.

Li Chengliang did not hesitate to expose the fact of his existence in Liaodong to warn Jianzhou, which naturally has too many meanings.

The Ming Dynasty's ambition to guard against and suppress Jianzhou was obvious, but the Ming Dynasty was also wary of Jianzhou's strength.

Nurhaci had to consider whether this was his last chance.

Of course, it might be a trap: they were asked to give up the lands of the three tribes and to subdue more than 100,000 young and strong people and dignitaries of various tribes. What benefits could they use to satisfy the newly surrendered Haixi Jurchen dignitaries?

The Ming Dynasty wanted Nurhaci to attack Korea, and Nurhaci also needed to attack Korea to seize some new territories to make up for the gains after losing the three tribes.

Could it be that the Ming Dynasty could not imagine that it might make peace with North Korea and reveal the truth?
Based on what Nurhaci knew about the Ming emperors and ministers, he still hadn't figured out the question: Why did they choose to treat the Jurchens harshly first, then draw a pie with no time limit for fulfillment, and then expect Yehe and Jianzhou to move in the direction they wanted? Why didn't they consider the possibility that the entire Liaodong region was surrounded by enemies?

Is it arrogance?

Therefore, Nurhaci had already made various preparations diligently, but he could not make the final decision.

He didn't take Korchin's warning seriously.

Nurhaci would not care if Korea changed its course again and joined forces with the Ming Dynasty to attack Jianzhou in the hope of regaining Hamgyong Province.

The only thing he cared about now was: Is it possible to win, at least by working together with the Tatars?
"Father, the Khanate was weak, but they were able to break through the Ming border wall in one battle!" Zhu Ying said, "Since only Daishan was allowed to stay in Korea, why are you still hesitating? If we don't move, the Ming can mobilize troops to drive the Khanate out or surround it within the border wall. We must create opportunities for them to fight and let the Khanate turn the Liaodong hinterland upside down. The Khorchin cavalry can cross the Liaohe River in a few days..."

Nurhaci looked at him, first defeating Ula and then defeating Korea. His eldest son was full of vigor and vitality, and he certainly hoped to create a greater foundation.

The foundation of Jianzhou should be handed over to this capable and warlike boss.

"…This winter is different from last year. Although some people have been resettled in Korea, the Ming Dynasty does not have that much grain to sell to us this year…"

Zhu Ying was still chattering, but Nurhaci remained silent.

Amid the sound of horse hooves, Zhu Ying continued to ride his horse and shout.

"Father, you said it all. When Lao Ba was reminiscing about the past with you, he also said that the Han people called you "Nu'er" in their memorials..."

When Zhu Ying said this, Nurhaci suddenly reined in his horse, and the neighing of his mount suddenly resounded through the mountains.

Seeing this, Zhu Ying also stopped his horse, and said with red eyes: "Since Lao Ba said he can't come back, even if he kowtows in the future, as long as the Ming Dynasty does not kill all the Jurchens, there must be an obedient leader to control him. I'm afraid Lao Si also thinks so, they are not afraid of death!"

Nurhaci looked at him with bloodshot eyes.

Zhu Ying held the reins with one hand and beat his chest with the other: "I am not afraid of death! The men of Jianzhou are not afraid of death! Why should we, the Jurchens, be like Korea, and only be justified if we have the imperial decree of the Ming Dynasty? Only those who rush out immediately are justified! You said that Lao Ba has grown up, but I haven't seen him yet! It's been eight years, and now Mukushi has also been sent away! The lands of the three tribes were given to the Ming Dynasty. When they went to war with the Tatars, they also sent Li Chengliang to Liaodong. Are you scared like this? Let the emperor laugh and say a word to Li Chengliang, and the slaves of Jianzhou will be scared out of their wits?"

"Shut up!" Nurhaci shouted, "Why are you provoking me? Just get on with your journey!"

After saying this, he shouted again and urged his mount forward.

Nurhaci...does Lao Ba need to tell him? He knows it!

He has been a slave for most of his life.

My grandfather and father lost their lives in the war caused by the Ming Dynasty's intervention in the Jurchen dispute. What did we get in return for all the years of servility and forbearance?
The steps to unify the Jurchen tribes were interrupted, and the three tribes that had already been acquired were given up. The Ming army was targeting Tatar, and they looked down on Jianzhou. It seemed that Jianzhou would not dare to do anything even if they were suppressed like this.

Of course, he also considered whether Khan's capture of Jinzhou was an attempt by the Ming Dynasty to lure the enemy deep into the country. However, facing the aggressive Ming Dynasty, the northern border was full of trapped beasts!

Korea's servility and submission resulted in Ming's desire to annex it.

Nurhaci was heartbroken and resentful!
He had been servile for most of his life and had not received the respect he deserved, but he wanted to establish the Jurchen Kingdom. How could he, the "Taizu", not have dignity?
Nurhaci felt very hurt when his eldest son said "slave".

As the city of Hetuala got closer, his decision became clearer.

If you continue like this, you will just be waiting to die, and your life and death will be controlled by the Ming Dynasty.

The Ming Dynasty was indeed growing stronger. If this continued, once they had crippled and weakened the Tatars, the Jurchens would be left to resist on their own.

Now is not the best chance, but now... it is indeed the last chance.

Although this situation seems to be concocted by the Ming Dynasty.

"Call all the princes! I have made up my mind to conquer the Ming Dynasty this year!"

As soon as he saw He Heli, he spoke coldly.

He Heli was stunned for a moment, then he felt a chill in his heart: "Go, it's time to take action!"

Nurhaci knew what he meant by taking action, but he didn't care.

Since he has crossed the red line of ambition that Gong Zhenglu mentioned, there is no longer any loyalty between the ruler and his subjects, and he is an enemy.

Since he is an enemy, of course we must kill him as soon as possible!
(End of this chapter)