The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 213 Seeing Li Tingzhi Again

Since Xia Gui led the army to set off.I am a little relieved about the battle on Huainan West Road.However.After I read the fourth battle report from Luzhou.The mood suddenly became tense again.Even feel a little depressed.

The battle report from Luzhou Mansion arrived after a day this time.And the performer also changed from controlling Fan Sheng to commanding Miao Zaicheng.The content is longer than previous times.

Miao Zaicheng, the commander of Huainan West Road, kowtowed to the emperor.Since yesterday.The Mongolian army attacked the villages and towns between Luzhou and Anqing in batches.Many villages and towns that were too late to evacuate were devastated.Food cargoes were looted.People were slaughtered.The last generals could not bear the barbaric behavior of Mongolia.Then they discussed sending troops.General Fan Sheng decided that he and General Zhang Lin would lead the attack.The last general will stay to defend the city.Although many people were saved.But the two generals died heroically.The feats of General Fan and General Zhang inspired the morale of our army.Under the tenacious resistance of our army.Mongol plundering was greatly reduced.The people along the way also evacuated to a safe place in time.At present, the soldiers in the city share the same hatred.General Xia Gui's messenger has also arrived in Luzhou.The end will be temporarily in charge of the defense of the city.After General Xia arrives.In the end, he will follow his instructions.

Although the Privy Council strictly ordered the soldiers in the city to stick to the city in advance.But Fan Sheng.The two generals Zhang and Lin bullied our people because they could not ignore the Mongolian army.Send troops to rescue.This move is also commendable.Knowing that Mongolian iron cavalry is invincible in field battles.However, there are few cavalry troops in Luzhou Prefecture.The two generals still fought bravely.It is righteousness.

The land is what I want.I also want the people.For selection.The people also.

My voice was slightly hoarse: "Master, is there any news about Anqing Mansion and Xia Aiqing?"

"Your Majesty. According to the report from the Anqing Mansion defenders, the Mongolian army suddenly retreated after reaching a hundred miles away from Anqing. At present, the Anqing Mansion sent people to monitor it day and night. General Xia Gui has also learned about the situation in Luzhou. Order Xia Qing Lead the cavalry to move backward. If the enemy is weak, encircle and destroy it. If the enemy is strong, avoid it. General Xia Gui himself will lead [-] guards. Rush to Luzhou by night. At the same time, order the infantry to advance rapidly."

"I hope Xia Aiqing arrives in Luzhou in time to preside over the overall situation."

"Your Majesty is relieved. General Xia is only two hundred miles away from Luzhou. Hurry up on Qingqi. We will arrive soon."

"Two hundred miles away." I felt relieved.That's almost there.Suddenly it felt wrong again. "General Xia's move is a bit risky. If he is discovered by a large number of Mongolian troops, wouldn't he be in trouble with only three hundred horses?"

"Your Majesty, two generals in the Luzhou Mansion were killed in battle. Although General Xia's move is risky, it is worth it. Besides, General Xia has rich experience. He will be fine."

"En. Teacher and minister. It makes sense. The Privy Council will control Fan Sheng, command Zhang Lin, Zheng Jiang Gao, and deputy general Meng Xing. I want to publicize and reward them. Let the people all over the world know that I am a son of the Song Dynasty. heroic deeds." I said excitedly. "My loves. Continue to court meeting."

Minister of Criminal Affairs Chen Zongli hesitated for a while before going out to play and said: "Your Majesty. A month ago, the prefect of Lin'an gave a memorial to Jia about the fight between the Ma family. Your Majesty has not given any instructions. The potential friend has urged you several times. Please make a decision."

"I've been busy with the war recently. I've delayed this matter. Last night I happened to see what was written in the newspaper. I heard that the people in the market were quite critical. This matter should be dealt with. Teachers and ministers. Ma Aiqing. You all know about this, right?" .”

"Return to Your Majesty. I know."

"That's good. This matter is just a trivial matter. How did you two make the city full of storms. It became a joke after dinner for the people of Lin'an."

Ma Tingluan glared at Chen Zongli.He said anxiously: "Your Majesty, this incident was caused by the people in the Grand Master's Mansion. The relatives of the minister only hope that the other party can apologize. They don't want to make things big. Please investigate clearly, Your Majesty."

Jia Sidao said unhurriedly: "Your Majesty, forgive the lax discipline of the old minister. This caused this to happen. I heard that it was because Lord Ma's relatives attacked first. That's why the people in the minister's house were forced to fight back in self-defense. He just needed Ma. It is enough for the relatives of the adults to make an apology. I also don’t want to make things big.”

"Grand Master. This remark is poor. It is clear that Jia Xuan first opened his mouth to insult. That's why..."

My face sank and I said: "That's enough. I don't want to treat this as the lobby of Lin'an Mansion. The reason for this is to leave it to the potential lobbyist for trial. My dear friends, how do you think this matter will end."

Jia Sidao stood up and said, "But it's up to His Majesty to decide."

Ma Tingluan snorted in a low voice.Also said: "The minister listens to His Majesty's orders."

"It's a trivial matter. You two should settle it in private. You shouldn't make it known to everyone. Let the people in the city point out. You are all important ministers of my court. The behavior of your family represents your own character .And you represent the imperial court. This is clearly discrediting my face."

"Your Majesty. This."

I interrupted Ma Tingluan's words: "That potential friend is rectifying the order inside and outside Lin'an. You and other family members will commit crimes against the wind. Even if I don't have to give potential counselors instructions. But I should give an explanation to the people of Lin'an. .”

Ma Tingluan whispered: "Yes."

"Chen Aiqing from the Ministry of Criminal Justice. Pass on my will. About the fight in the gambling shop. The original sentence of the potential friends of Lin'an Mansion is upheld. Both parties will be sentenced to seven days in prison." I looked at the silent ministers and continued. "My dear friends. There are also rules about your family members in the "Code of Conduct for Officials". I hope that you can not only do it yourself, but also restrain your family members. Avoid this yamen. That overlord again. Teachers and ministers. Ma Aiqing .You two have a good character. Of course I know it. Just don't let your family members ruin your reputation easily."

"Yes. The old minister understands."

"Yes. The minister is taught."

"The ancients said that the prince broke the law and committed the same crime as the people. My dear friends. I don't want to see similar things happen again. Otherwise, I will not forgive you lightly. Remember."

After more than half a year.I saw Li Tingzhi in Yangzhou again in an inn next to Shifeng Commercial Bank.This inn is the head office of the Dragon Tooth Intelligence Department.The name is very common.It's called Yuelai Inn.

Although it looks dusty.Slightly tired.But Li Tingzhi looked quite happy.The eyes are bright and bright.It seems that he is much younger than at the beginning of the year.

"See Your Majesty."

"No courtesy. Li Aiqing. Feel free."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Li Tingzhi said to Yuan Ji and Wen Tianxiang after getting up. "I met Mr. Yuan. I met Mr. Wen."

Yuan Ji.Although Wen Tianxiang's official position is not as good as Li Tingzhi's.But they are all my close friends.So Li Tingzhi also politely bowed his fists.As for Lu Xiufu.Because this is Li Tingzhi's subordinate.So there is no need to be courteous about it.

"Song Rui met Master Li. Master Li is very polite." Yuan Ji said.Wen Tianxiang also hurriedly replied.

"Junshi has seen the adults."

"En. Junshi. It's a lot stronger."

I saw that everyone finished greeting.Said: "Xiangfu. Sit down. Sir. Junshi. Song Rui. You all sit down too."

"Yes. Your Majesty."

"Xiangfu. In the past six months, he has always been good."

"Return to Your Majesty. The minister is fine."

"Well. You look good." I smiled. "Xiangfu. I hurriedly asked you to come to Beijing secretly. Firstly, I haven't seen you for a long time. I also miss Aiqing. The second is to discuss with Aiqing about our military affairs."

"Thank you for your concern. Your Majesty. Please tell me."

"Xiangfu. I originally planned to advance the reform of administrative affairs. As for the reform of the army, I will start with the navy this year. The army. I will start next year. But the Mongol raid on Luzhou made me bring the reform of the army into consideration. The schedule is up."

"Your Majesty. When I learned that Your Majesty sent General Xia Gui's troops to Luzhou, I felt this way."

I was a little surprised and said, "En. Why is that?"

Li Tingzhi smiled: "Your Majesty, A Shu marched into Luzhou. With the soldiers and horses on Huainan West Road alone, although he could not be captured. But self-protection can still be done. Besides, the area from Luzhou to Anqing is mostly mountain roads. It is not conducive The army is marching. Ashu is proficient in the art of war. Naturally, he knows the consequences of going deep alone. At present, the national strength of Mongolia is not enough to support a full-scale southward war. Therefore, I think that Ashu is just harassment. Of course, His Majesty can get this from the Ministry of War in the court. I learned from the analysis with the Privy Council. Under such circumstances, the normal way of thinking should be that there is no need to send troops. At least it should not be sent in such a hurry. So I think His Majesty has deep meaning."

I said with great interest: "En. Li Aiqing. Let's continue."

"Your Majesty. My imperial army is divided into three parts. The navy is the most chaotic. But it is already in the ranks of your Majesty's rectification. The border army is divided into three major areas. The combat power is the strongest. Among them, the east and west are under the control of your Majesty. Only the capital and the middle The Forbidden Army is the most difficult place for His Majesty to touch. So I think that if you want to govern the Forbidden Army, it is a good move to divide it first. And in the eyes of outsiders, it is because Your Majesty is worried about my going to the border, so he sent troops to Luzhou."

I smiled: "Not bad. Li Aiqing deserves to be a famous general today."

Li Tingzhi said humbly, "Your Majesty, I appreciate it."

"This is one of the reasons. There is another reason, does Ai Qing know?"

"Also. I don't know about this Shuchen."

"Hehe. It's not that you don't know. It's that you didn't think deeply. Junshi. Open the map."

I pointed to Shouchun Road on the map at the front of Huainan West Road: "Shouchun is still under our control. Its walls are thicker. It is better than Luzhou. It is an important place for attack and defense. It is actually the gateway of Huainan Road. There is a loss in Shouchun. Mongolia can point directly at the two Huaihe Rivers; There is one purpose. It is to cut off the connection between Luzhou and Shouchun. Prepare for its full-scale southward movement.”

Li Tingzhi looked at the map carefully and praised: "Your Majesty has a great opinion. It's better to be a minister."

Speaking of which.I smile.Handed the military training manual to Li Tingzhi: "Aiqing, take a look. These are my requirements for the training of our soldiers."

Li Tingzhi watched quickly.For such a seasoned general.Just click to stop.

"Your Majesty. Comprehensive. Systematic. Simple. Strong operability. I think it can be popularized among our soldiers."

"En. Aiqing. Is there anything else to add. It can be proposed. To improve this manuscript."

"Your Majesty. It is enough. If you encounter any problems in training in the future, it will not be too late to make up."

"Okay. Aiqing will take this manual away. Since there are no comments, it will be finalized. This training method will be tried out in the Yangzhou and Sichuan theaters first. If there are no problems, it will be a standardized basic training method for our army. Junshi. You inform Ouyang Jianqing that you can leave at any time."

"Yes. Your Majesty."

"Li Aiqing. About the number of muskets. I expect to build [-] by the end of the year. That is to say, you need to select [-] reliable soldiers from the Yangzhou Army to be musketeers before the end of the year. Try to focus on Longya personnel. .”

"Yes. Your Majesty. I'm already working on it."

"Very well. Once you have [-] musketeers, you can form an army."

"Your Majesty. I've seen this musketeer before. It's powerful. It's just that it takes a long time to reload."

"The disadvantages of musketeers are more than these. For example, they cannot be used in rainy days. Therefore, I will let the gunpowder department continue to improve. Because this is the direction of future warfare. The specific tactics of musketeers need to be gradually improved in future actual combat. .Three-stage shooting is only the basic way of musketeers at this stage."

"En. As His Majesty said, the sniper is a very effective way."

"That's right. Let's incorporate the Musketeers into your own guard first."

"Yes. The minister obeys the order."

"Li Aiqing. I'm going to discuss with you about the restructuring of our army and the direction of future development."

"Your Majesty. Please, Your Majesty, listen."