A small soldier of the frontier army in the late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 555

When Wang Dou led the generals to Songshan Fort, all the officials and generals had already arrived.

A middle-aged fat man wearing a three-mountain cap and a four-claw python robe, who looked like a Maitreya Buddha, was talking to Wang Chengen, Zhang Ruoqi, Hong Chengchou and others with a smile, but it was Wang Dehua, the eunuch who was the chief of ceremonies who was an angel.

Not far from him, there are also some eunuchs and guards in brocade clothes, all of them look proud, wearing underwear or swaying, gorgeous clothes, red or green, embroidered spring knives, hanging blue sheath skirts with silk Silk rows of tassels dazzle people's eyes.

Seeing Wang Dou's arrival, Wang Dehua looked at Wang Dou with meaningful eyes for a while, and said in a drawn-out tone: "Read the imperial decree."

The incense table was set up, and all the officials knelt to listen. Wang Dehua chanted up and down, and read out the contents of the imperial decree one by one. Wang Dou listened quietly below. Surprisingly, Emperor Chongzhen wantonly appointed officials and promoted him to ranks, especially for himself and Yang Guozhu.

He was originally Zhongyong Bo, General Zhenglu, Zuo Dudu, Prince Shaobao, and the commander-in-chief of the Xuanfu Town regiment.The former general officer of Xuanfu Town, Yang Guozhu, general of Zhenshuo, added the crown prince Taifu, general of Zhenbei, served as the general officer of Jizhen, and even named Zhongzhenbo.

This is the second earl of a military general in the late Ming Dynasty. In the original towns, there were only two generals with the word "Zhen" as their titles. General Zhenshuo and General Zhenxi. Emperor Chongzhen worked hard to create another General Zhenbei is much earlier than the title of General Zhendong obtained by Qin Liangyu in history.

This time the emperor was very generous. The governors and generals who participated in the battle not only gave great condolences, but also rewarded money and gifts, that is, the military merit awards of the soldiers during the Huangtuling battle were also awarded. In addition to the first-level award, 30 taels of silver will also be rewarded.

With such a large-scale award, all the officers and generals kneeling below were elated and elated when they heard it, and besides...

"...Uncle Zhongyong, General Wang Dou of Zhenshuo, who was able to defeat the enemy and made outstanding contributions. He should worship and help the president, control the troops of Liaodong, and advise and plan. Uncle Zhongzhen, assisted by General Yang Guozhu of Zhenbei, as the vice president, Hong Chengchou , Wang Dou, Yang Guozhu, and Zhang Ruoqi should prepare carefully, work together to suppress slaves, and use deputy appointments."

Hong Chengchou prostrated on the ground with a complicated expression, not to mention his status now, he was dispatched by a military position, and Wang Dou was on an equal footing with him.

Although the military officers at this time can also participate extensively in the military strategy planning of civilian officials (except for those who have no strategic ability), it also depends on who they meet. However, with the emperor's words, Wang Dou's participation in the military strategy is justified.

He can also control the soldiers and horses of Liaodong, although since Jin Guofeng, there has been a special case in Liaodong. Hong Chengchou has added another Wang Dou now.

It seemed that the emperor was very determined and not confused. Although he was urging a decisive battle, he still did everything possible to increase the chances of winning at the front line. With Wang Dou, who is famous for marching and fighting, restraining his troops and participating in the planning, the chances of winning were much greater.

Wang Dehua sang ups and downs for a long time, and finally said: "... If all the ministers can kill slaves for merit and encourage them to defeat the enemy, I will definitely not reward Jin Mao, I appreciate it!"

Wang Dou said: "My lord, Wang Dou, the chief soldier of Xuanfu, thank you for your kindness."

Everyone sang loudly: "Long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

After Yang Guozhu got up, he was overjoyed and excited beyond words. When the news came out, all the officers and men of the Jingbian Army were even more delighted. Their general finally became the commander of a town instead of the leader of the road in the past. The army will usher in vigorous development again.

Moreover, General Zhenshuo is the highest title of military general in the world, and he is only a stone's throw away from the great general.

After Wang Dehua announced the imperial decree, his serious face changed, and he returned to his smiling, Maitreya appearance. He came to Wang Dou and said with a smile: "I heard that Uncle Zhongyong's birthday is in November, and he is not yet thirty? Really? The great talents of the country, our family can't help but admire him."

Wang Dou knew that Wang Dehua had a high position and power. In the 17th year of Chongzhen in history, he was ordered to supervise the internal and external armies, and he made friends with Chen Xinjia, which was also a deliberate friendship.

The two exchanged some pleasantries, and Wang Dehua said with a smile: "When our family was in the palace, I often heard that the emperor was full of praise for Uncle Zhongyong. After the Jinzhou incident, perhaps, the title of Marquis is just around the corner. Marquis who is less than 30 years old, envy Shame other people, our family congratulates in advance."

Wang Dou's heart moved, and he said with a smile: "Thanks to the father-in-law for his kind words."

When the two of them were talking, the people around them all pricked up their ears, all of them had complex expressions, Fenghou?

A flood of people came up to congratulate Wang Dou and Yang Guozhu. Yang Guozhu burst into tears, and said to Wang Dou: "The emperor's grace is mighty. As subjects, we can only swear to serve the country to the death. Peaceful."

Wang Dou looked at the veteran with a serious expression: "I would like to fight the enemy side by side with Yang Shuai and restore peace to the world!"

The two shook hands and laughed.

But in the hearts of Wang Dou and Yang Guozhu, they both heaved a sigh of relief, if they live together in Xuanzhen again, if the two tigers fight, there will be an injury, and the result at the moment is the best.

Originally, the two thought that Yang Guozhu would have to go through a lot of hardships if he wanted to be transferred to Ji Town, but they didn't expect the result to be so ideal.

Wang Dou said more solemnly: "Although Yang Shuai's [-] troops will be taken away, I will also take care of the new army's fields and protect them, so that no one will get their hands on an inch!"

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Back at the camp, all the generals of the Jingbian Army were still immersed in joy, and Xie Yike cheered even more: "That's great, the general will hang the seal on General Shuo, and the town will be in place. Now, there are many people who want to be promoted gone."

Zhao Xuan's eyes also brightened: "How many villages and acres of land are there in the entire Xuan Mansion? The money and food are several times that of the East Road, and when there is more food and more money, I can build a bigger artillery battalion with Jingbian Army!"

Wen Daxing also said happily: "Information has come that Duke Ji will be the governor of Xuanda, and the general will be the commander-in-chief of the Xuanfu. This is double happiness."

A few days ago, together with the news of the thieves, Wang Dou got information that Xuanda Governor Zhang Fuzhen resigned again, and Emperor Chongzhen approved it, and planned to make Wang Dou's father-in-law Ji Shiwei the Xuanda Governor.At the same time, Du Xun, the great eunuch, will also be transferred to be the eunuch guarding the Xuanfu, and Zhu Zhifeng will be the governor of the Xuanfu, both of whom are historical celebrities.

Xie Yike even smiled and said: "Let me explain first, I am only in the Jianshao Camp, and I will not be a general on the East Road at that time."

Emperor Chongzhen also knew that Donglu was the root of Wang Dou, so he vaguely pointed out in the imperial decree that candidates for Donglu generals could be recommended by Wang Dou.

All the generals laughed, and Wang Dou couldn't help but laughed and scolded: "You are so beautiful, you are so hairy and dry, can you still stay all the way?"

Contrasted with the joy of the generals, Qin Yi was praised, but he was silent. He was also dressed like Wen Zanhua, wearing a tight-fitting green shirt, a sharp sword on his waist, a headdress, and a short-sleeved cloak over the green shirt, with the appearance of a scholar. Refined and elegant, but also has the heroic spirit of a warrior.

Suddenly he let out a long sigh, and Zhong Xian looked at him strangely: "Why did Qin Zanhua sigh?"

Qin Yi said: "The great general's meritorious deeds have shocked the Lord, and the emperor has become suspicious. If the student's expectations are not bad, after the Jinzhou War, the general will be sealed up and it will be difficult to go out."

The atmosphere in the tent suddenly cooled down, and Wang Dou was also silent.

After a long time, Wen Da said angrily: "The great general's achievements are known all over the world. Could it be that the emperor wants to play the trick of killing rabbits and killing dogs?"

Xie Yike also shouted: "I've only seen this kind of trick in dramas. If the emperor really wants to do this, won't it make the soldiers of the world feel cold?"

Zhong Xiancai was indignant: "We didn't rely on the emperor, didn't we come to this point? Suspicion is suspicion, I am Jingbian army, who will be afraid of?"

Han Chao calmly said: "Ming has internal and external troubles, can the world be separated from the General, and if something happens, why not rely on the General to turn the tide?"

The governor Chi Dacheng suddenly said: "No matter what, I will stay in the Jingbian army and not go anywhere."

From ordinary people's point of view, Chi Dacheng is a diehard, but he was the first to speak out, and everyone was surprised.

Zhong Tiaoyang said calmly: "Qin Zanhua, what do you think the emperor will do?"

Qin Yi smiled: "All the generals have lost their minds. The situation has not yet reached that level. Although His Majesty is afraid of my tens of thousands of soldiers, it is obvious that he will not do anything. At most, he will refrigerate the general and live in Xuanfu Town. As expected by the students, Fenghou is the pinnacle of a general."

He analyzed: "The meritorious service overshadows the master, the ministers are strong and the master is weak, the emperor is suspicious and afraid, and dare not leave the town for fear of causing a mutiny. Take it slowly."

He said: "My Jingbian army is the most powerful army in the world. Every time the general goes out to fight, he will make great military achievements. In the end, there is nothing to reward, only Fengzang."

He said: "Because of the great general's achievements this time, the emperor had to confer a town and add the seal of General Zhenshuo. However, you also need to see that the emperor rewarded Yang Guozhu and made him an earl. This is a check and balance. , and the second is to replace our Jingbian army with the new Jizhen army."

Wen Daxing sneered and said, "Replacement? In this world, who can replace my Jingbian Army?"

Wang Dou took a deep breath. My heart was set on the bright moon, but the bright moon shines on the ditch.

He is still convinced of Qin Yi's vision and strategy. In this position, it is not only his business, but also the tens of thousands of soldiers and hundreds of thousands of people under his command. They all trust and rely on themselves, and they cannot Live up to their expectations.

Singing and shouting outside the tent, faintly heard, it was the soldiers under his command, celebrating for themselves.

He said coldly: "According to what Qin Zanhua said, from now on I will announce the town, where should I go?"

Qin Yi saluted solemnly: "I remember that a few years ago, the students offered the strategy of going beyond the Great Wall! The general raised his arms, gathered cavalry, and proclaimed the Three Jin Dynasty with his internal ties. Surely people in the world will follow it, thinking that it is a high-rise building!"

Wang Dou shouted: "Okay, I will follow Mr.'s opinion."

He looked around at the generals, and said slowly: "The emperor's imperial decree has arrived, urging the army to make a decisive battle as soon as possible, what do the generals think?"

Xie Yike clenched his fists tightly, and squeezed out words from between his teeth: "Fight, start fighting."

Zhao Xuan excitedly said: "The decisive battle, let's start, I'm going to bombard the enemy again, haha!"

Han Chao nodded vigorously: "General, the time has come for a decisive battle with Dongnu!"

Zhong Xiancai waved his fist and stared at Wang Dou's face: "General, let's fight, it's no big deal, I, Jingbian Army, who are we afraid of?"

Wen Daxing said fiercely: "General, let's fight the Tartars, even if you die, it's not a big deal..."

The voices of the generals echoed in Wang Dou's ears, his gaze suddenly became extremely deep, and countless memories flashed through his mind like a revolving lantern, Han Chao, Yang Tong, Lu Xiangsheng, Chen An...

Yes, how can a man be timid when he acts?Unknowingly, he already had the intention to preserve his strength, but he ignored the feelings of his subordinates. They just wanted to fight simply, eager for a hearty battle.

He stretched out his hand, and a ray of sunlight shone on his hand. He read slowly: "I have lived in this world for fifty years, and I fell on the world like the morning dew. Life is like a dream and an illusion..."

Shenzhou is in trouble, mountains and rivers are broken, although there are tens of millions of people, I will go!
No matter what happens in the future, today on the land of Liaodong, let me try harder, put aside everything, and fight freely!

(End of this chapter)