The eldest grandson of Emperor Ming Dynasty!

Chapter 391 Sapphire's Little Thoughts

"Report to the general, the rebels have envoys coming to see you."

"See what you see, drag it out and behead it, hang the body on the mountain pass, let them know what will happen if they dare to rebel."

"Follow the order."

Lan Yu's tone was disdainful, but Zhu Quan didn't say anything this time.

It depends on the situation whether the two armies are fighting or not.

A group of rebels, what are they doing to ascend the throne and proclaim themselves emperor, there is nothing to talk about.

The news of the envoy's beheading reached the cottage in the afternoon.

After a few days of exploration, the Ming army probably found out where the rebels gathered, but the mountain road was rugged, and the opponent was condescending, so the loss of a forced attack at this time was too great.

Even if it is taken down, there is no benefit to be gained.

Sapphire's beheading of Lai Shi was actually approved by everyone in the army.

Originally, as far as the current situation is concerned, there is nothing to talk about with the rebels, the most important thing is.

Wouldn't it be a joke if he really recruited and surrendered like this?
It is absolutely impossible for more than 5 soldiers to agree, wading thousands of miles and coming from a long distance, for Lan Yu and other nobles, it is not too much credit.

But for middle-level officers and low-level soldiers, it is very important.

They are counting on this war to get some small credits.

If the low-level soldiers want to be promoted, they must gain something, and if the middle-level officers want to be promoted, they must perform.

This is not in everyone's interest.

Even if they really surrender, they must try their best to force them to continue.

Including Zhu Quan, he didn't want to suppress the rebels. It was so anticlimactic that he didn't even start to mobilize his soldiers. He voted on the opposite side of Fengge Mountain. What's the point of that.

Not here to travel.

Lan Yu has been in the army for a long time, so she naturally knows the needs of the soldiers, so she immediately ordered the beheading and hung up a demonstration at the first time.

Cottage, meeting hall.

The atmosphere was extremely dignified and serious.

Gao Fuxing's face was calm, and Tian Jiucheng's seemingly heavy face actually had a hint of joy flashing deep in his eyes.

First of all, when he proposed to surrender, Tian Jiucheng gave Gao Fuxing a wink.

Then the meeting broke up and the two talked in secret.

When the meeting was held again, Tian Jiucheng changed the direction of the wind and agreed to send an envoy to discuss the matter of recruitment.

At this time, I also took this opportunity to take off the crown on my head, revoke the title of Emperor Hanming, and call myself the King of Sin, with a very sincere attitude.

Even when Gao Fuxing wrote the following document, he specifically emphasized that he was asked to write that if he spared the lives of many brothers, he would die if he wanted to be killed.

The sincerity of the feelings made everyone very grateful, and many people with true temperament burst into tears.

Then under the deliberate guidance, it spread throughout the village.

Many of the people who were coerced into soldiers knelt down and kowtowed to show their kindness.

"What are you doing in a daze, why don't you hurry up and untie your majesty."

In the meeting hall, Gao Fuxing shouted loudly.

It turned out that in order to be more realistic, shortly after the messenger set off, Tian Jiucheng asked everyone in the cottage to pack their luggage and tied themselves with hemp rope, waiting for news.

Wang Jingangnu, who is Tian Jiucheng's confidant, took out a short knife, stepped forward to cut the rope, and then cursed loudly: "I just said, those Ming court officers and soldiers have the most sinister intentions."

"On weekdays, we behave in a dignified manner, but in reality we have done little things behind our backs. If we hadn't been forced to do nothing, how could we have rebelled against Zhu Yuanzhang?"

"Zhu Yuanzhang, the dog emperor, is the same as us. He was born with mud legs, but he has won the current situation and won the world. How can our eldest brother be worse than him?"

"Looking at his generals, you will know what kind of guy Zhu Yuanzhang is, and what good will happen to those brothers who fought for him back then."

"Now you know what to do."

Wang Jingangnu's words made everyone in the meeting hall bow their heads.

Now that the back road is cut off, there is no regret at all, and we can only go to the dark one by one.

Tian Jiucheng glanced at Wang Jingangnu's indignation, and sighed in his heart, when it came to the critical moment, his brother was still reliable.

He waved his hand to stop him from continuing, and then asked, "What's the situation, brothers in the cottage now."

Gao Fuxing got up and made a bow, "Report to Your Majesty"

Tian Jiuzheng raised his hand to interrupt, and said with a wry smile: "Don't call me Your Majesty anymore, the crown on my head has already been handed over, it's a pity that others don't accept it."

"How can there be such an emperor? Now that this is the case, I won't talk about an emperor in the future. With this appearance, at most he is a king of the mountain."

Tian Jiucheng, with disheveled hair, looked very embarrassed. These words made many people weep in their hearts.

Gao Fuxing said in a mournful tone, "Your Majesty, don't be so depressed. We are all counting on your Majesty from all over the village."

"Those Ming court officials blocked the mountains and did not attack. They made it clear that they wanted to use our heads as bargaining chips for the superiors. Even when the two armies fought, they did not kill them. They were so straightforward. It can be said that they did not leave any room."

Having said that, Gao Fuxing walked to the center of the meeting hall, turned his back to Tian Jiuzheng, and bowed to all parties.

"Everyone, we really have no way out. Only by fighting to the death can we have a chance."

"I have already received news that the Ming court officers and troops who came this time are the elite of the capital, and their leader is the Great General of the Duke of Ming Dynasty, Lan Yu."

"The person who became famous in the Yu'erhai battle. Let's compare him, there is a world of difference, like a bright moon and a firefly."

"But we also have our advantages. These [-] mountains have rugged mountain roads and steep roads. One man guards the gate, and ten thousand men can't open it. There are people hiding everywhere."

"No matter how famous he is, Sapphire, he still can't climb the mountain. Now that the mountain is closed, it shows that they are afraid, otherwise why not rush up the mountain in one go."

"Furthermore, now that spring is just around the corner, the Ming court has decided to conquer the Japanese kingdom, and there is even more fertile land in Liaodong, which requires a large number of soldiers to guard. In this situation, the grassland is also eyeing the tiger."

"Compared to them, we have more than [-] people, and we are not considered important roles."

"Our food, even if we eat it with our stomachs open, can last for more than two months. They will not close the mountain for so long. Those officers and soldiers are very delicate, why bother to fight against us mud legs .”

"Under pressure, even Sapphire can only withdraw sadly."

"Even if he really stays for two months, we are not afraid. Your Majesty has his own way, and he comes from a secret way to provide enough food."

Gao Fuxing's words shocked everyone in the meeting hall, including Tian Jiucheng.

It reveals several key points.

First of all, even in the deep mountains, Gao Fuxing has a reliable source of information here, so he won't be blind.

Secondly, point out that although there is a big difference in strength, there is no need to be too afraid if you occupy the mountain.

Then analyze the current situation, so that everyone can understand the current situation in their hearts.

As soon as the words were finished, a general stood up and said, "King Gao Tian is right, since they want to take our heads to get rewards and merits, then there is nothing to talk about."

"Let the dog officials of the Ming court see if they can chew on our tough bone."

As soon as these words came out, the crowd became excited and spoke freely.

For a while, the atmosphere was eager and united.

Gao Fuxing and Tian Jiucheng looked at each other, each seeing the joy in their eyes.

Tian Jiucheng knew very well that if he, the emperor of Han and Ming, lost, he would surely die. Although Zhu Jiuzu didn't mean much to him, he was alone anyway.

But if you can live, who wants to die.

Not to mention Gao Fuxing, who was originally an official of the Ming Dynasty, but now he has abandoned the Ming Dynasty and turned to bandits, and his family members are all in the cottage, let alone a way out.

And with the final decision of the meeting hall, the entire cottage has become completely different.

Originally, people were distracted, thinking about their hometown, and had no intention of fighting at all.

Now it is completely opposite. Under the narration of the leaders, and the head hanging on the mountain pass, it is completely clear that there is no way out.

Morale naturally rose.

Daming barracks at the foot of the mountain.

Zhu Quan and Lan Yu had a secret conversation.

"Mr. Liang, there was news just now, and there were shouts from the mountains. Now it seems that we have killed the rebels. It seems that instead of deterring the rebels, we have helped them."

"Then come to the envoy and carry the crown with you. Doesn't Tian Jiuzheng really want to surrender?"

Zhu Quan asked with some doubts.

Although he has a high IQ, his EQ, especially Chengfu, is naturally lacking.

At present, at the age of 15, he has been living in the imperial palace before, and it is normal to feel a little puzzled seeing this situation.

Lan Yu said with a smile: "It seems that among the rebels, there are intelligent people who secretly plan and guess our thoughts."

"However, Your Highness has nothing to worry about. No matter what they do, it doesn't mean much to us. No matter how angry the rabbit is with Yuxuanhang, it will only be the eagle's meal in the end."

"The most important thing for us now is not how to attack the rebels in the mountains, but to try our best to cut off their food roads."

Zhu Quan couldn't help asking; "They are all besieged in the mountains, how can there be any food supply?"

Lan Yu explained: "Before this, I have sent someone to inquire with some officials in Hanzhong. The reason why Tian Jiucheng proclaimed himself emperor at this time was the instigation of people behind the scenes."

"Not only that, when these bandits broke through Lueyang City, their weapons were not bad, and there were more than a dozen artillery pieces at their disposal."

"According to the records, the rebels only had five cannons, and the gunpowder was insufficient. However, in a short period of time, relying on the power of firearms, they captured Lueyang quickly."

"Our first priority now is to find these rats in the gutter."

"Actually, it's not hard to guess after thinking about it. These rats are probably Shanxi merchants, and they are the only ones who will support the rebels at this time. There should be grassland tribes behind this."

"If my guess is right, it won't take long for the grassland army to come to the frontier to put pressure on us and force us to rehabilitate quickly."

Sapphire explained in detail.

He didn't have the slightest reservation about Zhu Quan.

Because Lan Yu knew very well from the very beginning that King Ning Zhu Quan was not only his own person to him, but also a bridge he built to communicate with His Royal Highness Taisun.

Naturally, Sapphire knew something about the situation in the palace.

Among all the descendants of the royal family in the palace, there are not many people His Royal Highness can trust, and King Ning in front of him can definitely be counted as one.

There is also his younger brother Zhu Yunxi.

However, as the uncle of Zhu Yunxi, Lan Yu naturally knows his character, and his ambition is not in the army.

On the military side, although there are Xuanjiawei, there is also a lack of a person who can stand alone.

And the best candidate is King Ning in front of him.

Taking advantage of this opportunity to make a good relationship with King Ning is definitely not a loss for Lan Yu.

Zhu Quan was able to be appreciated by Zhu Yuanzhang, so he was naturally talented.

Under Sapphire's guidance, he immediately understood the key.

Then he asked: "If the grassland takes action, then our side must be extremely passive, but even if we cut off its food and grass, how can we destroy the stronghold and rebel against the bandits within a month?"

Zhu Quan was a little depressed.

Because when he came, in his opinion, Daming's elite troops were fighting these rebels, nothing more than killing chickens with a sledgehammer, half a month's worth of peace.

Looking at the situation now, it suddenly became stalemate.

The thieves in the cottage had food for two months and could last three months, but he couldn't wait that long.

Even if it took two months to take down the rebels, there would be no reward for His Royal Highness the Grandson.

Although no military order was issued, the impression was greatly reduced.

In fact, if they forcibly attack the cottage, according to the current situation, the probability of winning is nine out of ten.

But the loss will be huge.

When he was in the capital earlier, His Royal Highness Taisun had already defined the power of soldiers.

As long as the generals who lead the army can't kill the soldiers, they are hard to get the credit.

All subsequent battles, even victories, must be resumed in the army.

Anyone who is found to be disregarding the lives of soldiers and only cares about their own selfishness will be held accountable, and those who are serious will be expelled from the army.

Zhu Ying did this to prevent many generals from getting too hot-headed and only caring about themselves.

So even though he knew that he could forcefully fight, Zhu Quan didn't think too much about it.

"Actually, Your Highness doesn't need to be too anxious. 36 tricks, attacking the heart first, and the two teams confronting each other is just the bottom line."

Sapphire said with a smile.

Faced with Zhu Quan's questions, he didn't show any impatience, instead, he explained them step by step like a master.

"Also ask the general to teach me."

Zhu Quan bowed immediately when he heard the words.

Lan Yu supported Zhu Quan's arm and said, "King Ning doesn't have to be so polite."

Then began to help Zhu Quan analyze the situation:
"The rebels in the mountains, the reason why they made such a bad plan, also told us that the hearts of the rebels are not in harmony."

"It is said that there are [-] rebels, but in fact, among them, the real soldiers and veterans are only a thousand, and the rest are all former farmers."

"If there is enough to eat, no one will do the work of pinning their heads to their belts. We only need to spread the news of the high-yielding crops to the rebels in the cottage, and they will be in chaos."

"The most stupid thing those anti-thief leaders have done is to take only the young and the strong, leaving the old and the weak."

"You know, the old and the weak in their eyes, but most of the family members of the rebels are their parents, wives and children."

"The anti-thief leaders are sure that we will not do anything for the sake of fame, but they forgot that we are Daming, but filial piety is the most important thing!"

(End of this chapter)