Follow Zhu Yuanzhang to conquer the country

Chapter 171 Northern Expedition! I want to be a hero of the Northern Expedition!

Pingjiang Road and Changzhou Road are really too prosperous.

Therefore, Zhang Shicheng had coveted it for a long time and did not want to give up so easily, so he consulted other people at this time.

Zhang Shide sighed slightly: "Brother, even so, it is not appropriate for us to turn against Zhu Yuanzhang now!"

"After all, we ourselves cannot fully supply our own troops with ordnance and armor."

"What's more, Zhu Yuanzhang's Shenji Battalion is not weak."

"Therefore, it would be better to invade the lands of Huai'an with the Northern Expedition, and even enter Shandong while Hu Yuan is concentrating his forces in the north to deal with King Xiao Ming. Firstly, it is in line with the great cause of expelling the Tartars. Secondly, the lands in Huai'an and Shandong will also be rich. Thirdly, To prevent Huayun, Tanghe and other troops from entering Shandong and cutting off our retreat when we are competing with Zhu Wenzheng for Changzhou and Pingjiang, we will be surrounded by Zhu Yuanzhang instead. "

"Second brother said that it is most appropriate to go to the Northern Expedition."

Zhang Shixin said.

Zhang Shicheng nodded.

Zhang Shicheng opened the letter and read it carefully.

"Brother, there is a letter from Zhu Yuanzhang."

Zhang Shicheng suddenly turned pale after reading the content of the letter.

But this was decided by the entire Zhongshu Province ruling party of Zhu Yuanzhang's rebel army.

"I am not Zhu Yuanzhang's general!"

original.

Although this letter was written in the name of Zhu Yuanzhang.

It was Zhang Cheng who came up with the idea of ​​giving Zhang Shicheng a discount on new arms orders as long as he was willing to go on the Northern Expedition.

"What's he doing delivering the letter?"

As for the conflicts within the rebel army, they should be put aside for the time being.

At this time, Zhang Shiyi came in and gave him a letter sent by Zhu Yuanzhang by express delivery.

Zhu Yuanzhang also stated in the letter that as long as he, Zhang Shicheng, was willing to make the Northern Expedition, to show his sincerity, he was willing to give him 10% of the profit on the newly ordered ordnance and armor.

Although Zhang Shicheng could not refuse Zhu Yuanzhang's proposal, this incident did make him very frustrated, and he felt like he was being led by Zhu Yuanzhang.

Now, Zhu Yuanzhang's rebel army has just discovered a large iron mine, the number of craftsmen has also increased a lot, and the cost of ordnance manufacturing has also dropped, so it is also suitable to reduce prices at this time.

to this end.

Because Zhang Cheng knew that Zhang Shicheng would definitely start making his own ordnance after suffering this loss, and the number of arms orders from Chuzhou Ordnance Store would definitely be reduced, so he might as well reduce the price in the name of supporting his Northern Expedition. At the same time, Try to let Zhang Shicheng's rebels rely on their own arms supply for a while.

After all, this isn't the first time.

Therefore, Zhu Yuanzhang simply wrote a letter to Zhang Shicheng and sent someone to deliver it immediately, urging Zhang Shicheng to go on the Northern Expedition and stop coveting the prosperity of the south of the Yangtze River. Instead, he should take the lead in the Northern Expedition and work together to fight against the rebels who were expelling the Tartars. Eliminate Hu Yuan.

"How can I fight alone? Do I still have to obey Zhu Yuanzhang's orders?!"

Zhang Shicheng couldn't help shouting loudly because of this, with an angry look on his face.

Zhu Yuanzhang had already expected that Zhang Shicheng would speed up the pace of conquering cities and territories after refusing to recruit troops. He would either go south to compete with his nephew Zhu Wenzheng for Changzhou and Pingjiang, or go north to seize Huai'an and other places from Yuan Ting.

Zhang Shide and Zhang Shixin looked at each other when they saw Zhang Shicheng was so angry.

Then, Zhang Shide took the initiative to ask: "Brother, Zhu Yuanzhang's letter also asked us to go to the Northern Expedition, right?"

"You guessed it right."

"Besides, he's kind-hearted."

"If we go on the Northern Expedition, we will give you 10% of the profit on the newly ordered ordnance."

Zhang Shicheng waved the letter as he spoke: "He intimidated Gu so much, do Gu still need to thank him?!"

As Zhang Shicheng spoke, he bared his teeth and asked loudly, looking particularly manic.

"Brother, calm down." "People have to bow their heads under the eaves. We can only endure it now."

"Since he is willing to give up the profits, we can only follow his wishes and purchase more ordnance."

"After all, if there is a Northern Expedition next, a large amount of ordnance and armor will be needed."

"Moreover, we have to admit that the ordnance and armor provided by Zhu Yuanzhang are indeed of better quality than the ordnance and armor copied from Hu Yuan's official treasury."

Zhang Shide said at this time.

Zhang Shixin also advised: "Yes, brother, the most important thing for us now is to get more weapons and armor and seize more cities as soon as possible."

"Then let's go to the Northern Expedition."

"Ask them to write a message for the Northern Expedition, and send Zhu Yuanzhang, Chen Youliang, etc. a document inviting them to join the Northern Expedition."

Zhang Shicheng nodded.

then.

Zhang Shicheng walked out of the palace quite proudly, looked at the blue sky and white clouds, and said: "Thanks to Zhu Yuanzhang's gift, I, Zhang Shicheng, will be a hero of the Northern Expedition from today on, and contribute to the restoration of China. In the future, I will be remembered in the annals of history. I think I will remember Gu’s feat vividly!”

"That's natural!"

Zhang Shide smiled helplessly.

then.

Soon after, Zhang Shicheng actually issued a proclamation for the Northern Expedition, appointed Zhang Shide as marshal, and led the army northward.

Not long after this, Zhu Yuanzhang also received a document from Zhang Shicheng urging him to join the Northern Expedition.

"Sure enough, this Zhang Shicheng listened to our proposal and is willing to go to the north and not be a direct enemy of us."

Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy.

In any case, it would indeed be beneficial to Zhu Yuanzhang's rebels if Zhang Shicheng did not go south.

Because in this case, Zhu Yuanzhang's rebel army would not have to face the counterattack of Jiangnan Yuan soldiers at the same time as Zhang Shicheng's army moving south.

As a result, the situation is much better than that of Zhu Yuanzhang's rebels in history.

Zhang Tianyou looked at Zhang Cheng with admiration: "Thanks to Mr. Zhang's plan, Zhang Shicheng, a tycoon who always wanted to go south, had to go north. He could even make more money from him when he was forced to go north. money."

"Yes, Zhang Shicheng has only used troops to seize the lands of Taizhou and Tongzhou recently. It can be seen that his intention is south. Fortunately, Mr. Zhang had expected that he would do this and made a plan first."

Zhu Yuanzhang started talking.

Zhang Cheng smiled and said: "Gentlemen, please stop praising me and tell me what we should do next?"

"Let Mao Guang lead a cavalry force to stay in Jiangbei, and as the commander-in-chief of Jiangbei, make a show of cooperating with Zhang Shicheng's Northern Expedition!"

"Since Zhang Shicheng invites us to go to the Northern Expedition, we have to express our feelings."

"Hua Yun will be transferred back soon."

"Tang He's Ministry ordered him to maneuver the river to prepare for the retreat of the barbarians south of the Yangtze River to the north."

"What we mean is that we should first concentrate all our troops as much as possible. After repelling the invading Yuan soldiers, we will start to attack Jiqing, eliminate all Hu Yuan's forces in Jiangnan, and completely occupy Jiangnan!"

Zhu Yuanzhang talked about his military proposals at this time.

In terms of military affairs, Zhu Yuanzhang had already made plans and did not need Zhang Cheng's guidance.

Zhang Cheng nodded: "Now the Yuan Army in the south of the Yangtze River is commanded by Fu Shou, a Semu man. This man is only more stubborn and cunning than Duo'er, so he should not be underestimated! In addition, Emperor Hu Yuan is probably aware of the situation in the south of the Yangtze River and may send more troops in the north of the Yangtze River. Yuan Bing, we have to capture Jiqing as soon as possible before Yuan Bing comes to his senses and the troops join forces."

"Very true!"

Everyone nodded and believed in Zhu Yuanzhang's military skills.

At this time, Emperor Yuanshun did know the news that Zhu Yuanzhang's rebel army had successfully crossed the river, and he couldn't help but grit his teeth: "Duo'er is just incompetent!"

(End of this chapter)