Chapter 309 30+

Author: Silent

Chapter 309 3.0+

Zhang Zhouyi arrived at Datong Fucheng, the headquarters of Datong Town.

Wang Shouren went out of the city to greet him personally.

When Wang Shouren arrived at the city gate, he found that the formation to greet Zhang Zhou this time was obviously different from when he came. Local officials, gentry, generals, merchants, people, etc., almost all organized spontaneously to greet Zhang Zhou. The level of excitement seemed to be more lively than before.

When sifting into the city, it must be high.

This also allowed Wang Shouren to see Zhang Zhou's appeal at the northwest border.

Wang Shouren would not be envious, jealous or hateful. He knew very well that in terms of military merit, he could not compare with Zhang Zhou.

After Zhang Zhou arrived at the city gate.

Wang Shouren came forward to greet him, and Zhang Zhou also dismounted and held his hands in greeting. After a brief exchange of greetings, Zhang Zhou raised his head and looked at the sea of ​​people in the distance with a smile, and said with a smile: "It seems that the soldiers and civilians in Datong are very enthusiastic, just like when I arrived at Xuanfu.

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Wang Shouren said: "The soldiers and people in the northwest also hope that Zhang Zhitai can protect the land and bring peace to the people."

While he was talking, he was also thinking, don't think I don't know. The reason why you were warmly welcomed when you went to Xuanfu was because Ma Zhongxi, the governor of Xuanfu, wanted to give you a blow and win over you.

The enthusiasm of Datong's military and civilians this time is really what they have high hopes for you.

"I'm too tired from mining this time. I wanted to have a good rest after entering the city, but it's a pity that I can't slack off. Bo'an, let's talk about it at the public house."

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As the commander-in-chief of Xuanda, Zhang Zhou also controlled military affairs at various passes in the northwest. The move of his headquarters to Datong seemed to mean that Wang Shouren wanted to give up the governor's office.

Zhang Zhou was also very polite and went to the governor's Yamen with Wang Shouren.

Originally, local officials, generals, gentry, etc. prepared a welcome banquet for Zhang Zhou, but Zhang Zhou politely declined. However, after Zhang Zhou entered the city, he immediately called Wang Shouren to the inner hall. At the same time, the only person who called over was Wang Xi, the commander-in-chief of Datong.

, and Zhang Heling, deputy commander-in-chief of Xuanfu.

"Governor Wang, I won't hide it. The matter is in a hurry and I have to finish it beautifully before the end of July."

When Zhang Zhou spoke, not only Zhang Heling and Wang Xi, but also Wang Shouren were curious. What big thing did Zhang Zhou have to complete before the end of July?

But Zhang Zhou said: "I plan to ask the governor Wang to lead the troops to Weining Sea."

"What?"

The most excited person is Zhang Heling.

After he and Zhang Zhou finished exploring the mineral veins and before coming to Datong, Zhang Zhou indeed told him that he came to Datong this time to use troops. At that time, he thought it was just a small fight, but now he told him that he would send troops again.

Weininghai, this seems to mean that the surrounding areas of Datong are not peaceful again.

Wang Shouren was not as fussy as Zhang Heling, but he shook his head slightly and said: "If you go at this time, there may be complications."

Zhang Zhou said with a smile: "Huo Si and Yi Bula had a battle around the Weining Sea. Although Huo Si had the upper hand strategically, he had to withdraw from the Weining Sea and retreat to the south of Mao'erzhuang.

The land is about to fall into the hands of the Yibula and other tribes...but that is the land that our Ming soldiers fought with their blood, how can we hand it over to others so easily?"

"Um."

Wang Shouren thought there was nothing wrong with this.

Zhang Zhou said: "So the purpose of sending troops this time is not to make a surprise attack or fight a tough battle, but to conduct regular patrols to prepare for our next construction of the city in Maoerzhuang. Maoerzhuang is only more than a hundred miles away from Weining Sea.

If there are Tatar tribes permanently stationed in Weininghai, how can we safely transfer the craftsmen and laborers to Maoerzhuang?"

Wang Shouren understood it as soon as he heard it.

Zhang Zhou was not going to fight this time, but to send troops to frighten the grassland.

Tell the entire grassland tribe that although the Ming Dynasty had left after conquering the Weining Sea before, the Weining Sea was not something others could just occupy. Even if the Ming Dynasty could not build a city on the Weining Sea now, it still had to carry out daily patrols.

"I will give you five thousand cavalry. It is still the old rule. One person and two horses. From Datong to Weininghai at normal speed, it can be completed in about six days. If Governor Wang feels that it is necessary to station in Weininghai for a few days, you can

But, each soldier brings ten days’ rations.”

"But it must be completed before the Longevity Festival, as a gift to the Longevity Festival."

Zhang Zhou assigned Wang Shouren a task.

The reason is very good, not only to show the Ming Dynasty's control over the Weining Sea, to intimidate the grassland, but also to present a birthday gift to the emperor.

It not only has strategic significance, but it can also flatter the emperor and make him look cool in front of the ministers.

After hearing this, Wang Shouren seemed to feel that there was no reason to refuse.

Wang Xi, who was standing next to him, said hurriedly: "Master Taitai, although there are five thousand cavalry in Datong Town, if we have to mobilize 5,000 soldiers and 10,000 horses at a time, I'm afraid...it will cost the people and money."

Zhang Heling on the side couldn't stand listening and said with a smile: "If we fight for less than ten days, it will cost the people and harm the money?"

Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "That's what I mean. Now is not the time for the autumn harvest. The sending of soldiers will not affect the farming of the army. As for the soldiers and horses, this is how I allocated them. I have previously issued orders to go to Pianguan and let Pianguan pass.

Call for two thousand cavalry and four thousand horses, and transport a batch of mighty gunpowder."

"If you want to send troops to the grassland, you have to be prepared. The gunpowder in Xuanfu and Datong has been basically exhausted, but there is a lot of gunpowder in Pianguan. This stuff is prone to moisture and accidents. It is better to consume it early and build it again later.

.The firearms in Pianguan are enough for the moment, and we will just transfer a batch over."

Wang Shouren originally wanted to mention that if he sent troops to the grassland, he must have someone to rely on.

Five thousand cavalry sounds like a lot... but if it is not enough, Mandu Lai Agulehu, or even Dayan Khan personally led troops here to rectify the name of the grassland tribe, and this cavalry is not enough.

Now Zhang Zhou told him that the necessary troops, horses and firearms had been transferred from Pianguan.

Wang Shouren nodded and said, "Then I don't know who should be the general?"

Wang Xi next to him became excited when he heard this.

Since Zhang Zhou called him and Zhang Heling here once, he probably asked Wang Xi and Zhang Heling to send troops together.

"Haha." Zhang Zhou said with a smile, "Governor Wang, I've got a famous general for you this time. Marquis Anbian! What do you think?"

"Ha ha ha ha……"

Zhang Heling next to him was overjoyed.

Wang Xiben knew that he had the opportunity to follow Wang Shouren to patrol Weininghai, but it was Zhang Zhou who personally planned it. With such a good opportunity to perform a meritorious service, he was a little disappointed that he was not qualified to lead the army.

But when he heard that Zhang Zhou wanted to use Zhu Feng, he immediately lost his temper.

It is said that he is a "famous general", but he is really a famous general. Apart from being a little younger, Zhu Feng seems to have nothing wrong with him. He is a person trusted by both the emperor and Zhang Zhou. More importantly... Zhu Feng has shown his sharpness in the past six months. Everyone thinks that he

Have great ability.

But Wang Shouren knew Zhu Feng to a certain extent... When he was studying in the martial arts hall, he understood that boy. What kind of famous general was he?

Zhang Zhou asked: "Marquis Shouning, why are you laughing?"

Zhang Heling smiled and waved his hands and said: "It's okay. When I heard it was Zhu Zhijie, I couldn't help but laugh. He is really smoking from his ancestral graves. He became a famous general at a young age. If he is a famous general...hehe."

Originally, he wanted to stink Zhu Feng, but he restrained himself at the right time.

Zhang Zhou said: "Governor Wang, do you think there is anything inappropriate about Anbian Hou leading the troops?"

Wang Shouren thought about it. Although Zhu Feng was not very good, the key was his military merit. The northwest soldiers and even the grassland tribes could be intimidated by his "prestige". If the goal was to fight a tough battle, Wang Shouren might propose to give him

It would be different, but since it is patrolling to show off the national prestige and military power, it is most appropriate to go to Zhu Feng.

"Very good." Wang Shouren said, "It's just a remote place..."

Zhang Zhou leaned over and sighed softly: "With another governor guarding Pianguan, Marquis Anbian can safely follow Boan on the expedition."

Just say that with Wang Qiong at Piantou Pass, where Zhu Zhijie is, it has nothing to do with the overall situation.

Others don’t know, and you, Wang Boan, don’t know who got the main credit for the battle at Ningyuan in Liaodong? If Wang Qiong hadn’t given Zhu Zhijie advice and even helped him suppress the demons and demons in Liaodong and show his military power, would Zhu Zhijie have been able to achieve a great victory on his own?

"Um."

Wang Shouren nodded.

He also admired Zhang Zhou's ability to recognize people.

Reuse Zhu Feng, but don’t use it blindly. Know where Zhu Feng’s shining points are, and also know where Zhu Feng’s disadvantages are.

"When will the troops be dispatched?"

Wang Shouren didn't beep much. Since he knew that troops were going to be sent to the grassland, and he was rushing to give gifts, he probably knew that the troops were coming soon.

Zhang Zhou said: "According to the time limit I set for Anbianhou, he will arrive in Datong before tomorrow."

"In addition, in addition to the mighty gunpowder, you will also bring two hundred light cannons, which will still be carried out of the pass by horses. Each cannon is equipped with twenty rounds of shells."

When Wang Shouren heard this, he realized that this configuration was much higher than that of the surprise attack on Weininghai.

"Five hundred flint muskets, which is a little less, but I expect that there will be almost no hand-to-hand combat in this battle. If it does, I'll have to rely on you, Bo'an, to adapt accordingly."

"Before leaving the pass, we must communicate with the Menggoljin tribe of Huoshan. Don't let them think that we are going out to destroy them."

"Furthermore, after you send troops, Bo'an, I will personally lead 10,000 troops, dragging long-range artillery, heavy artillery, etc. The destination of my Chinese army along the way is Mao'erzhuang, and I will also wait at Mao'erzhuang.
To be continued...