Chapter 204: Death of Tianbaonu, 1234
Chapter 204: The Death of Tianbaonu, One Two Three Four
"Control the environment? General, this General Lu is quite knowledgeable about fighting."
Outside the front scout camp,
A man in his thirties, with a handsome face,
A tall and handsome man stood beside Duke Lan Yu of Liang.
Looking at the many scenes in the camp, he smiled quietly.
On the other side, Deng Zhen, Duke of Shen, was also standing there.
He looked quietly at the military camp ahead and nodded frequently when he heard this:
"General, this boy is very good at using troops and making careful observations. He is indeed a man of great intelligence."
The general Lan Yu, who was standing in the middle, looked calm as he watched the soldiers of the front scout unit begin to line up.
Then they formed two long lines and ran around the parade ground, and he couldn't help but frown.
"What are you doing?"
The tall and handsome man was none other than Xu Yungong, the eldest son of King Zhongshan, who served in the Left Army Commandery, and also Xu Zengshou's elder brother.
Without thinking, he laughed:
"General, the battle in the southwest is particularly troublesome when traveling and pursuing. This should be done to strengthen the soldiers' physique.
A few days ago, the Five Military Commandery recorded a new type of backpack. Soldiers should use it together with this backpack to strengthen their physique. "
As he said this, Xu Yungong couldn't help but laugh:
"I asked Zigong about military affairs before, but he refused to tell me because it was a military secret.
I have been forced to resort to indirect methods, which is giving me a headache. "
For a moment, Lan Yu and Deng Zhen both laughed.
Deng Zhen smiled and said:
"Zi Gong followed the army for several months, but it was only under Lu Yunyi that he really started to engage in military affairs.
Now it seems that he is still somewhat interested.”
Xu Yungong nodded with a smile:
"That's true. He used to just mess around in the army, but now he's getting serious.
He has been reading his father's military books at home these days, and he is also shouting that he wants Guo Quan to look at him with new eyes. "
"Hahaha, it looks like the two of them get along pretty well."
Deng Zhen laughed, and Lan Yu in the middle also smiled and nodded, saying:
"Call Lu Yunyi out."
"it is good."
Deng Zhen's face became serious. The three of them were now gathered in Puzikou City.
Of course, they were not here to watch the soldiers training, but there were more important things to do.
Not long after, Lu Yunyi walked out of the front army scout camp with a look of surprise on his face, with a little confusion in his eyes.
But when he saw Lan Yu, who was wearing an indigo-colored uniform, his eyes blinked slightly, and he trotted forward with a respectful look on his face:
"Your subordinate Lu Yunyi greets the general!"
Then he looked at the tall man next to him, with a puzzled look on his face.
Xu Yungong smiled and said, "I am Xu Yungong, acting as the governor of the Left Army."
Xu Huizu? Lu Yunyi was shocked and bowed again:
"I, Lu Yunyi, greet Master Xu."
Xu Yungong smiled and nodded:
"General Lu, please don't be polite. Zigong often mentioned you to me at home.
Thank you very much for Zigong's teaching."
"I dare not do that. It is my duty to train the troops."
Lan Yu then handed over the military report in his hand:
"Let's see what's happening in the north."
Lu Yunyi took it with some doubt, and then opened it.
There were not many words in it, but they made him frown and a dangerous light flashed in his eyes.
[Tian Baonu fled westward with the army, intending to surrender to the Prime Minister and hold him hostage in Karakorum.
When they reached the bank of the Tula River, they were attacked by Yesudiel, a descendant of Ariqbuga, who had ambushed them, and their troops were routed.
Tianbaonu and Nieqielai and twenty other riders fled.
On the way, they met Prime Minister Yaozhu and Grand Commandant Maerhaza who led 3,000 troops to greet them, so they went to the camp of Grand Tutor Kuokuo Timur together.
However, before he arrived, he was ambushed by Yesüder's army and Tianbaonu was killed.
The seal of the Northern Yuan Dynasty was seized by Yesudier.]
“He’s still dead.”
Lu Yunyi's eyes widened slightly.
Things seem to be back on track.
Usar Khan died in Buir Lake. He thought that Tianbaonu's fate would change.
Maybe it can survive on the grassland.
But unexpectedly, he was still killed by Yesüder, and the seal of the Northern Yuan Dynasty also fell into his hands.
After a long silence, Lu Yunyi sighed inwardly, then collected his thoughts and spoke in a deep voice:
"Reporting to the general, Yesudiel is a descendant of Ariq Boke.
He has always had the ambition to unify the grasslands. Now the seal of the Northern Yuan Dynasty has been seized by him.
Although the royal court was destroyed, a new royal court was established. "
Lan Yu's expression also became more serious:
"News came from the north that Yesudiel had ascended the throne and respected Zhuoliktu Khan.
The Khan's court was located in the areas of Wala and Qierjisi.
The former subordinates of Usar Khan have been ordered to move westward to the territory of the Oirat. This move is ambitious and intended to keep watch over them. "
Deng Zhen, who was standing on the side, looked serious:
"There are so many corpses on the grassland, and those who disobey will be exterminated at any time.
The northern border of our Ming Dynasty has already received many refugees from the grasslands."
Lu Yunyi frowned, a cold light flashed in his eyes, and he said quickly:
"General, Duke Shen, Lord Xu,
I believe that we should take advantage of this situation to recruit many deceased officials of the Northern Yuan Dynasty to surrender.
Although Yesuteil ascended the throne, his position was not legitimate and the people were demoralized.
Our Ming Dynasty can take this opportunity to weaken the strength of the old Northern Yuan Dynasty and the new royal court in one fell swoop."
As he spoke, Lu Yunyi's eyes became confused, and he spoke in a deep voice:
"Especially the old grassland forces led by the Northern Yuan Dynasty's Grand Commandant Naier Buhua and Prime Minister Yaozhu."
After these words were spoken, the three of them looked at each other silently with admiration on their faces.
There was a hint of smile on Lan Yu's calm and solemn face, which seemed very satisfied.
"You are right. The court has ordered the King of Yan to send people to the grassland to negotiate with Nairbuhua and others.
Moreover, the escaped Zhiyuan Nieqilai and Prime Minister Shilimen had already submitted a letter of surrender.
When the letter of surrender arrives in October, our Ming Dynasty will have two fewer major troubles."
Lu Yunyi blinked, bowed slightly, and smiled:
"I am showing off."
"General Lu, please don't be modest. This is a solution that the Governor's Office came up with after much discussion.
General Lu made the best choice as soon as he heard the news, and Yun Gong admired him.
With General Lu's ability to judge people and matters, he will surely make more achievements in the southwest."
Xu Yungong on the side smiled, his voice warm and full of praise.
"Thank you for your praise, Lord Xu. I am humbled and honored."
Lu Yunyi acted very nervous, but he had some doubts in his heart. What were these three people here for?
Although Xu Yungong is not a Duke yet,
But the court's rules should have been set, and it was only a matter of time before he inherited the title of Duke of Wei.
In total, there are three dukes in front of me.
We can't just come with him to tell you about the grassland. That would be too much of a fuss.
Seeing that the three of them were still silent, Lu Yunyi pursed his lips, looked at General Lan Yu, and lowered his voice slightly:
"May I ask, General, why are you here today? This situation makes me feel terrified."
Lan Yu did not speak, but Xu Yungong beside him smiled and said:
"General Lu, we discussed the issue of the ceremonial guards at the Governor's Mansion yesterday.
After seeing the documents submitted by General Lu, I felt that many of the arrangements were particularly reasonable.
In particular, His Majesty also praised the disabled soldiers for taking the lead in paying respects to the soldiers.
The Governor's Office then thought of having the front scouts perform cavalry tactics during the ceremonial guard.
For all civil and military officials, foreign officials, and the common people in the capital to see."
Lu Yunyi's eyes widened, his heart pounding.
Li Jinglong had told him about this before, but he didn't take it seriously. It would be best if he could show his face, but it didn't matter if he couldn't.
Now it was less than two days before the guards of honor began their drill, and he still thought that this matter had not been accomplished.
But unexpectedly, I got a pleasant surprise.
For a moment, Lu Yunyi didn't know what to say, so he could only straighten his body and said loudly:
"I am a border dweller from the north, of humble origin, and I am very terrified by this matter."
General Lan Yu curled his lips:
"Stop talking nonsense. Lead the troops to the parade ground in the south of the city for training in two days."
As he spoke, Lan Yu took out a token from his arms and threw it over, and Lu Yunyi quickly took it.
Deng Zhen, the Duke of Shen, also stepped forward with a smile.
He took the transfer order from the Ministry of War and a shining imperial edict from the guard beside him and handed it over, saying:
"General Lu, please keep these things.
Don't forget to bring it with you. If you don't have the imperial edict and the documents from the Ministry of War,
Not only will you not be able to cross the river, you will also be charged with treason."
Lu Yunyi raised his eyebrows slightly, and his heart trembled. He quickly took the document and the imperial edict.
The Grand Parade Ground is located in the south of Yingtian City, just south of the Imperial City, on the south bank of the Qinhuai River. It is where the emperor inspected the troops.
Puzikou City is on the other side of the river to the north of Yingtian City.
If you want to go to the parade ground, you must cross the river and go around the city. If you are not careful, you will be accused of treason.
After all, under the emperor's feet, no one can mobilize troops without his order and attempt to rebel.
Lu Yunyi looked solemn and spoke in a deep voice:
"Please rest assured, Lord Shen, I will keep it carefully."
Deng Zhen nodded gently, stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder: "This martial arts performance is intended to boost the morale of the capital and deter the scoundrels. If the martial arts performance is done well, the war in the southwest and northern border will go much more smoothly."
Lu Yunyi understood what he was referring to.
The imperial court has been mobilizing troops on a large scale for two consecutive years.
If the next Southwest War is launched, it will be a three-year campaign.
The first two times there were about 200,000 people, but now Southwest will have to mobilize at least 300,000 people.
Such a warmongering act would certainly lead to endless opposition, so this matter of ceremonial soldiers came about.
"Please rest assured, Lord Shen, although our army has been on hiatus for nearly two months,
But the troops are still there, and have already started training.
When the military performance is held, the people of Beijing will certainly see the bravery of our northern expedition army."
"it is good!"
Deng Zhen didn't say anything, but Lan Yu shouted loudly with a smile on his face:
"Lu Yunyi, you must keep the energy in your heart. Warriors like us can never lag behind others!"
After saying this, the two people beside Lan Yu also laughed, and then he waved his hand:
"Keep practicing."
"Yes!"
Lu Yunyi's face was serious. He said goodbye to the three people and turned to enter the camp.
Inside the training ground, five thousand soldiers were circling the training ground, raising clouds of dust.
Noticing Lu Yunyi's return, they all turned their eyes over.
Many sharp-eyed soldiers saw the bright imperial edict and documents at a glance.
My eyes widened and I was shocked.
Li Jinglong, who was running tiredly at the end, was sweating and panting. He also looked over.
Thinking of the scene he saw in the Five Military Commander's Mansion yesterday, he suddenly had some guesses in his mind.
But before I could think carefully, I heard a loud roar:
"Run, run, run, don't walk,
Find your limits in practice, break through them, and you will become stronger! ! "
On one side of the training ground, two dark-skinned clerks were holding books and looking at the training ground carefully.
If a soldier stopped and started walking, they would urge him to do so.
And they treated Li Jinglong the same way!
Being urged was not a big deal. The main problem was that too many soldiers looked over at the sound.
The unanimous gazes stung Li Jinglong's cheeks so much that they hurt, making him very embarrassed. He could only continue running.
In the military tent, Lu Yunyi sat down at the table.
I wanted to open it and check, but I found my hands were dirty.
Then he stood up and walked to the basin to wash his hands.
After cleaning it, he opened the document from the Ministry of War. There was only a short line of text on it, and the seal of the Ministry of War was engraved on it.
[Order the front army scouts to leave Puzikou City in the early morning two days later, cross the river and go around the east of the city to the big parade ground for training.]
Lu Yunyi put the document aside and carefully opened the imperial edict.
[The Emperor, by the Mandate of Heaven, proclaims:
Since I founded the Ming Dynasty, I have conquered all four directions with the goal of stabilizing the country and unifying the world.
Since ancient times, the safety of the border has depended on the loyalty and bravery of the soldiers; the strength of a country has come from the excellence of its troops.
Since the founding of the country, I have worked hard day and night to govern the country in the hope that peace will come to the world and all nations will come to pay tribute.
Recently, the Northern Yuan Dynasty has not been pacified, and border wars have frequently been raised.
Our soldiers bravely took the lead, armed to the teeth and achieving many remarkable feats.
The scouts of the vanguard army performed outstandingly in the campaign against the Northern Yuan Dynasty, accurately scouting the enemy, charging into battle, and repeatedly making remarkable achievements.
He is truly my right-hand man and a role model in the army, and I am very pleased.
In recognition of his loyalty and bravery, he was given special honors.
I hereby order all the officers and soldiers of the front army's scout department to take on the important task of ceremonial guard, command the cavalry formation, and demonstrate cavalry tactics to demonstrate the military might of our Ming Dynasty and inspire the ambitions of our officers and soldiers.
I hope you will live up to my expectations, continue to be loyal and brave, strive for excellence, and be well-trained.
On the day of the military parade, we will let the whole world see it and everyone will know how magnificent the Ming army is and how strong its military preparations are.
This is it.
September 10, the 21st year of Hongwu.]
Lu Yunyi read through the words of Sheng word by word, and couldn't help but take a breath and blinked slightly.
He immediately raised the imperial edict and looked at the sunlight in the sky.
The handwriting is vigorous and powerful, the brush moves like a dragon, each stroke is like iron painting and silver hook, the force penetrates the back of the paper,
The layout of the characters is staggered and reveals a sense of grandeur.
If he guessed correctly, this imperial edict was not written by the Hanlin editor, but was written by the emperor himself.
Lu Yunyi quickly took out a small square box from the side and put the imperial edict in it.
He has decided to keep it safe.
If it could be passed down to later generations, it would also be a remarkable cultural relic.
Then Lu Yunyi collected the documents from the Ministry of War and finished all this.
He walked out of the tent and joined the soldiers who were training!
When there was no battle in Qingzhou, he and Liu Heiying never stopped training for a single day.
But since the war started, there has been much less time, almost no time for training.
This made Lu Yunyi clearly feel that his physical strength was declining.
As time passed, more than 5,000 soldiers surged on the training ground like a black tide, and a violent atmosphere filled the air.
Lu Yunyi was at the front with a frown on his face, his eyes moving back and forth as he walked.
Soon I realized something was wrong.
Although the soldiers were in high spirits, their pace was a little messy when they were running.
It seems that everyone's pace is not completely synchronized, and running like this will only make people irritable.
After thinking for a moment, Lu Yunyi took the brass trumpet from the side.
He unfolded it and placed it in front of his mouth. Then he took a deep breath and shouted loudly:
"Follow me, one step with your left leg, two steps with your right leg, and adjust in time!"
"One-two-one! One-two-one!"
The slogan is simple and powerful, like the morning bell and evening drum.
It instantly penetrated the noisy breathing and footsteps of the soldiers, and echoed clearly over the parade ground.
The soldiers were stunned at first, and then seemed to be pulled by an invisible force.
He adjusted his pace haphazardly, trying to match the rhythm.
"One-two-one! One-two-one!"
Lu Yunyi shouted again and again, and the soldiers seemed to have adapted to this rhythm.
Their steps began to become uniform, with each step following the same beat.
The noisy footsteps gradually disappeared.
It made a dull and powerful sound of "dong dong dong".
"Dong dong dong..."
Each step was like the beating of a war drum, not only hitting the solid ground,
It also struck the soldiers' hearts, making them feel a surge of warmth for no reason!
Listening to the uniform footsteps,
Lu Yunyi's irritability disappeared in an instant and he nodded with satisfaction. This was right.
Then he continued to speak, ingeniously incorporating "one, two, three, four" into the original "one, two, one".
The atmosphere in the entire school field suddenly became warm and energetic.
The soldiers' footsteps were based on the steady rhythm of "one, two, one". Whenever "three, four" sounded,
They all increased their footsteps at the same time, like long swords slashing at the enemy!
Lu Yunyi felt relieved and then shouted:
"One! Two! Three—Four!"
Liu Heiying, who had known about this for a long time, also shouted and stepped heavily on the ground.
More and more soldiers joined in, and as time passed,
When Lu Yunyi shouted one, two, three, four for the fifth time!
More than 5,000 soldiers seemed to be inspired by an invisible force.
The blood in their chests instantly boiled, and they responded in unison:
"One, two, three—four!"
The brand-new slogan rang out for the first time in the training grounds, as loud as a bell.
They gathered into an unstoppable torrent, rushing straight into the sky, causing the surrounding air to tremble.
At the same time, amid the shouting, their footsteps fell heavily,
The sound of "dong dong dong" spread out like an accompaniment!
Not far away, several camps near the front scout camp were keenly aware of the ground shaking.
They couldn't help but look strange, and looked up to find the source of the vibration.
But soon, a continuous shouting made them open their eyes wide and feel nervous for no reason!
The sound of "one, two, three, four" continues,
It gradually spread to the entire northern side of Puzikou City.
General Lan Yu and others who were about to leave Puzikou City were surprised and stopped in their tracks when they heard the voice.
Deng Zhen, who was standing by, was familiar with the situation and was the first to laugh:
"It must be a new trick by Lu Yunyi. General, should we go back and take a look?"
Lan Yu frowned and thought, then slowly shook his head:
"Forget it, you guys go and have a look. I still have a lot of military matters to deal with."
Seeing this situation, Deng Zhen did not force it.
Turning to look at Xu Yungongchao who was standing aside with a puzzled look on his face, he raised his chin:
"Come on Yun Gong, you and I have nothing to do today, so I'll show you some new stuff."
Xu Yungong looked puzzled, but he was as young as Deng Zhen.
Being equally curious about new things, he nodded:
"Then go and have a look."
Hearing that there was a gentleman, he generously donated 100,000 coins.
Respecting you as the leader of my book, my heart is overwhelmed and my gratitude is beyond words.
These one hundred thousand coins are not only worth gold and silver, but also a gift from a bosom friend. The sentiment expressed in it is heavier than Mount Tai.
I am a commoner, and to receive this honor is like a weed among orchids. I am deeply honored.
I am excited but also feel a bit uneasy. I will remember this kindness and love in my heart and swear to work a hundred times harder to live up to your expectations.
Here, I would like to bow my head again to thank [Gouchenzi] for its generous gift, and also thank all the adults for their generosity and support.
May our friendship last forever, like the evergreen pine and cypress, and remain fresh over time.
If I achieve something in the future, I will definitely share the glory with you and live up to your expectations.
Today is the God of Wealth Festival, I wish you good fortune.
May you be blessed with both wealth and health, good fortune and prosperity!
Drink tonight!!
(End of this chapter)