Chapter 745 This is Zhu's fate
Biji always felt that attacking Luanling Pass was unwise. In his opinion, the army should go directly south to force Jiang Qingzhi to send troops. Then turn around and attack.
But Altan Khan obviously wanted to mobilize Jiang Qingzhi by sending a small army south.
This kind of thinking was rare in Altan's early military experience. At that time, Altan preferred to speak directly with swords and guns. He could have wisdom and strategy, but when he could speak with swords and guns, he disdained to use any wisdom and strategy.
As he grew older and gained higher status, his attitude of looking down on the world became more and more obvious.
Do gods need to fight bare-handed with mortals?
So embarrassing!
When the gods take action, they are also calm and composed, for example, they will make a feint to the east and attack in the west, or they will rescue the enemy when they attack... By mobilizing the opponent and watching the opponent respond in a panic according to his own ideas, Altan's sense of superiority will grow stronger and stronger.
And gaining a sense of superiority is the whole meaning of existence for many people.
When Biji discovered that there were more than 10,000 soldiers guarding the crucial point, he knew that things were going to be troublesome.
Moreover, the defenders had the help of firearms, which blew up their warriors in waves and made them suffer horrible consequences.
Fortunately, there was good news. After several offensive and defensive battles, Biji found that the defenders were in chaos and weak.
The warriors who had fought against the defenders came back and reported the same discovery: they could fight one against three or even ten at a time.
This shows that the defenders are not elite.
If it weren't for the help of firearms, Biji dared to say that he could break through Luanling Pass in one day.
He wanted to wear down the defenders' morale step by step, and then finally take them down with one blow.
But Altan obviously couldn't wait any longer.
——Break through the level within two days!
otherwise……
Otherwise, what does Biji know.
If he fails to break through within two days, he will become a scapegoat.
He wanted to argue, but Altan was far ahead of the city of Datong.
Then, let’s make a fatal strike!
Biji gathered his men and talked about the significance of this battle.
"After you take over Luanling Pass, the road to the south will be unobstructed. If you enter the Ming capital, I will allow you to do whatever you want!"
The four words "do whatever you want" are filled with countless blood and killings.
Those warriors were breathing heavily, obviously they were tempted.
The least valuable thing on the grassland is human life, and these warriors also have the awareness of ants.
"Today we either break through the barrier." Biji pointed at the barrier, "or we all die at the barrier!"
What is the battle situation in Datong and why is the Khan so anxious?
This question floated in Biggie's mind, but there was no answer.
But he felt the pressure from Altan.
Luanling Pass has now become the key to the southward march and the key to the success or failure of the southward march.
He was not joking. Even if all these warriors died at the gate, it would all be worth it as long as they could break through the gate.
He turned to Altan's messenger and said, "Reporting to the Khan, the warriors will fill Luanling Pass with blood and flesh. Please send reinforcements in time."
The messenger nodded, "Otherwise, even if the pass is broken, the warriors will not have the energy to continue to move south."
"That's right." Biji nodded, "Tell the Khan that if I can't break through the pass, I will definitely die in battle!"
The general was determined to die, and his men were in high spirits. The messenger smiled and said, "Then I would like to congratulate Wan Hu on his victory in advance."
Biggie turned around.
With a clang, the sword was drawn out of its sheath.
The precious long sword seized that year was pointed at Guan Shang.
"Siege!"
"Long live!"
The messenger mounted his horse and galloped for a distance before looking back. He saw countless black spots clinging to the wall of Luanling Pass, and smoke could be seen from time to time below the city...
"Shall we capture the city today?" The messenger looked towards the south, his eyes filled with greed. "This colorful world! It's our turn to enjoy it!"
……
Capital.
As autumn deepens, Xin'an Lane becomes much livelier. Children run back and forth, earning rounds of scolding, but they still enjoy it.
"The county lady said that the baby is due in the next two days." A woman came out carrying a wooden basin full of dirty clothes.
The same was true for the women in the neighborhood. Those who did not have a well at home would go to the shared well at the back of the alley to wash their clothes.
"My Lord is leading his army outside, leaving the county lady alone."
"What's pitiful?" An old man who was basking in the sun nearby said without even opening his eyes, "Haven't you seen that the people who come to the Bo's Mansion every day are either rich or noble? The Bo is not in Xin'an Lane, but who dares to underestimate the Bo's Mansion?"
"Too."
"somebody is coming."
The carriage rumbled slowly into Xin'an Lane and stopped outside the Bo Mansion.
The curtain of the carriage was lifted, revealing the face of the Duke's wife.
"Greetings, Madam." Fu Cheng came out to greet her.
"How is your sister-in-law?" the Duke's wife asked as she got out of the car.
"I heard that my stomach has become heavier these past two days."
"She should have given birth two days ago."
"Yes, that's what the midwives said, but the imperial physician said that it's different for everyone, some are earlier, some are later, as long as it's not too outrageous, it's fine." "That's right."
When they entered the backyard, Chang was also there. She stood up and saluted when she saw the Duke's wife coming.
"No, we are all family!" The Duke's wife hurriedly went to support Chang and said with a smile: "Qingzhi always said that he would marry a virtuous wife. Now he is leading the army to fight outside, and the family depends on his sister-in-law to support them. If this is not a virtuous wife, what is it? Yesterday, I went to the palace and mentioned this to Concubine Jing. The queen was also quite moved and said that it was rare to have a sister-in-law."
She let go of her hand and looked at Li Tian carefully. "She looks good. By the way, the queen said that when the baby is born, she should send someone to the palace to report immediately. She has prepared a lot of good things."
"How could that be possible!" Chang felt that this treatment was too grand.
"Oh my! You don't know yet!" The Duke's wife laughed and said, "My husband also told me when he got home that His Majesty has prepared good things for this child. You can go and ask around to see who in the capital has received such treatment."
Chang was secretly happy, but a little nervous, wondering if the child could handle such great wealth.
The Duke's wife asked about Li Tian's health in detail and said, "The Duke said that Qingzhi took away a lot of guards, and the Earl's Mansion is a bit understaffed."
The Duke's wife lowered her voice and said, "I brought more than ten guards with me. They are all veterans of the Duke's Mansion and know us well. Just let them do what they want."
Chang was stunned. "Why is it so? Is there anyone who would embarrass women and children?"
The Duke's wife took the tea brought by Huang Yan'er, warmed her hands, and sighed: "Qingzhi went north, and those people seemed to share the same hatred and enemy, but the current situation is a bit strange."
She hesitated for a moment, and Li Tian smiled and said, "But those people are worried that my husband will successfully intercept Altan Khan, but they are also worried that my husband will be defeated and Altan Khan's army will march south."
"You..." The Duke's wife looked at Li Tian and opened her mouth for ten breaths before she smiled and said, "Did you also learn the art of war from Qingzhi?"
Chang was stunned. "Do they still hope that their son-in-law will lose the battle?"
"If they win, they are unwilling to accept it. If they lose, they are worried about themselves." The Duke's wife said meaningfully, "Li Sicheng should know about this."
"Mom, don't blame Dad. Dad must be worried that you would tell me about this." Chang looked a little dissatisfied. Li Tian was worried that there would be a fire in his father's backyard, so he hurried to defend him.
"Hey!" Chang stamped her feet, "How can these people be so shameless!"
The Duke's wife sat for a while, then stood up and said goodbye, saying that there were many things to do at home and they could not be left without someone to take care of them.
After the Duke's wife left, Chang looked at her daughter, "What are you talking about with her? You are unwilling to accept the victory or defeat. But you hid it from me."
Li Tian waved his hand, and Huang Yaner led his men out.
Li Tian looked at her mother and whispered, "Mom, the most elite soldiers in the Ming Dynasty are the Imperial Guards. My husband is leading most of the Imperial Guards to the north this time, leaving the capital empty..."
"The capital is empty... Are they afraid of an attack from Altan's army?"
"That's a bit like that. Recently, someone spread rumors that my husband has a large army under his command, and Zhang Da, the general of Datong, is my husband's supporter..."
"Are you worried about your son-in-law's rebellion?" Chang sneered, "You can judge a gentleman by your own standards!"
Li Tian smiled bitterly, "I don't know who spread the news that my husband has transferred all the elite officers and soldiers from Datong to the capital to Luanling Pass..."
"So what?" Chang asked.
"This is a military secret. Furthermore, if my husband has rebellious intentions, he would have marched straight in. All the elite troops stationed in those places are gone, and they are vulnerable." Li Tian's eyes were cold, "They said my husband did it on purpose. Some even suggested that the elite troops be transferred from the south to the north..."
"What?"
"Loyalty to the King!"
Boom!
Chang only felt as if he heard thunder in his ears.
"This……"
"The actions of Concubine Lu and the words of His Majesty are all to reassure people." Li Tian said: "I am here, and the child is in my belly. This is reassurance."
"Aren't you and the child hostages?"
"Mother, it is customary for a general to leave his family in the capital when he goes to war." Li Tian said with a smile, "Besides, those slanderous words are just passing through my ears."
"My son-in-law...will not rebel!"
"How could he?" Li Tian said with a smile, "He once said that being an emperor is the most boring job in the world!"
……
"That idiot said that being an emperor is like being in prison. It seems noble, but in fact, you have no freedom. And you are always trembling with fear. Today you worry about being assassinated, tomorrow you worry about foreign enemies, and the day after tomorrow you worry about natural disasters and man-made disasters... Even when you enter the harem, you have to calculate which concubine's power can be used, or you have to be on guard..."
The emperor Li Tian mentioned was making fun of himself.
Huang Jin smiled and said, "Chang Wei Bo once said that the only thing in this world that made him nostalgic was not wealth and power, but... love."
"So corny!" Emperor Jiajing shook his head, but there was more tenderness in his eyes, "That boy... is sentimental."
"His Majesty."
Rui Jingxian came and said, "Some people outside said that Chang Wei Bo led a large army southward, saying that he was raising the banner of clearing the court of evil officials."
Emperor Jiajing sighed, "Can't those monkeys be quiet?"
"Your servant..." Rui Jingxian peeked at Emperor Jiajing, "How about arresting a few?"
"Catch them all!" The emperor's thunder suddenly descended.
Afterwards, the East Factory arrested more than 20 people in the capital, and when the outside world was dissatisfied, they rushed into the Western Garden.
"Your Majesty, urgent news from Luanling Pass: 20,000 enemy troops are attacking Luanling Pass!"
Huang Jin breathed a sigh of relief.
There have been constant rumors in the capital recently. This news is timely. Not only can it slap those people in the face, but it also demonstrates Jiang Qingzhi's foresight.
"If Qingzhi hadn't dispatched elite troops from all over the country to Luanling Pass, the enemy would have probably entered the capital by now." Emperor Jiajing sneered, "Spread the news!"
This is a slap in the face!
Huang Jin agreed, then hesitated for a moment, "Your Majesty, Prince Yu is at Luanling Pass!"
Emperor Jiajing stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the autumn scenery. "The emperor guards the country's gates, and the king dies for the country! This is my fate, Zhu!"
(End of this chapter)
