Signed to Zhu Cihong, Prince of the Late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 97 Chapter 97, Wu Sangui's military power was cut, and Emperor Chongzhen's mood fluctuated
Chongzhen's voice fell, and it set the tone for this war.

Wu Sangui guarded Shanhaiguan, and his main task was to act as a vanguard to resist the offensive of the Manchus.

Zhu Cihong led a team of soldiers and horses to move flexibly. They could rush to support Shanhaiguan when they entered, and defend the capital when they retreated.

In Chongzhen's view, this decision was quite perfect. It could not only take advantage of Wu Sangui's familiarity with Shanhaiguan and the Manchu Qing, but also ensure that someone would check and balance Wu Sangui, and finally ensure the safety of Zhu Cihong, the heir.

The other ministers had no opinion after listening, and then Fan Jingwen asked a very critical question.

"Your Majesty, if the soldiers are divided into two groups, how should the soldiers and horses of each group be distributed?"

The division of troops is also very particular, equal distribution is one, and the main force along the way is also one.

When Chongzhen heard this, he also hesitated.

It was impossible for Zhu Cihong to let go of this opportunity, and spoke first: "Father, the situation in Shanhaiguan is quite critical now. My son's suggestion is to ask Wu Shangshu to bring all the cavalry to rush to help. If I want to, I will lead the infantry and slowly postpone it."

Wu Sangui's expression changed immediately when he heard the words, and he cursed Zhu Cihong for being treacherous in his heart.

The cavalry of the Guanning Army was originally about 5000, which was the result of various calculations.

The troops had already been divided once outside Baoding City, and the Guanning cavalry in Zhu Cihong's hands was only three to 4000 dead.

Wu Sangui was fighting a defensive battle, and he was defending a pass like Shanhaiguan, where it was absolutely impossible to open the door to fight. Under such circumstances, the role of the cavalry was directly weakened to the extreme.

The original intention of Guanning Iron Cavalry was to fight the Manchus head-on, not to fight this purely defensive war!
If Wu Sangui really got this cavalry, it would be useless.

Wu Sangui also immediately said: "Your Majesty, although the Guanning iron cavalry is useful, it is the infantry of the brigade that can really defend Shanhaiguan right now! I feel that it is better to give me some infantry."

Having lost the initiative just now, Wu Sangui didn't want Zhu Cihong to continue to control the whole situation.

Zhu Cihong patted his thigh, and said: "Since Wu Shangshu doesn't want cavalry, then give all the Guanning cavalry to me. It just so happens that I can take advantage of their flexibility and maneuverability to take care of Shanhaiguan and the capital. As for Shanhaiguan Over there, after all, it is a majestic pass where one man guards the pass and ten thousand men cannot open it. It is not good to have too many troops. I think three thousand soldiers and horses are about the same."

When Wu Sangui heard this, his eyes almost popped out.

He was willing to give three or four thousand cavalry just now, but now it's good to have three thousand infantry directly?
Why is it getting less and less, and getting weaker and weaker?

Wu Sangui was in a hurry, and hurriedly said: "No, at least [-] infantry are needed!"

Zhu Cihong waved his hand: "Deal!"

Wu Sangui: "..."

Chongzhen: "..."

All the ministers: "..."

Zhu Cihong coughed, and said seriously: "Father heard it, Wu Shangshu said that he wants [-] infantry."

Chongzhen glanced at Wu Sangui, and said: "Then give Wu Shangshu [-] soldiers and horses, but I think we still need some cavalry. In this way, send [-] cavalry to Wu Shangshu, plus [-] infantry."

Wu Sangui took a deep breath, a little wanting to hit someone.

Originally, Wu Sangui wanted to command the [-] troops, but Zhu Cihong messed it up.

Then take a step back, half of the [-] soldiers and horses, [-] soldiers and horses will do the head office, right?I didn't expect it, and made Zhu Cihong mess up again.

In the end, Wu Sangui only had [-] soldiers in his hands!

From the commander of [-] soldiers to the commander of [-] soldiers in an instant, the gap is too big.

Zhu Cihong looked at Wu Sangui with a smile: "Why, Wu Shangshu, do you want to resist the order?"

Wu Sangui was choked immediately.

After a few seconds, Wu Sangui finally said: "Your Highness is joking, and I naturally follow His Majesty's orders."

Chongzhen looked at this scene thoughtfully.

He is not stupid, how could he fail to see Zhu Cihong's suppression of Wu Sangui?
But Chongzhen also had his considerations. After all, Wu Sangui was just a courtier, and he was unreliable when he rescued the capital before.

Zhu Cihong's side is different, he is his own son, a serious successor of Ming Dynasty, and his performance has always been impeccable.

So, isn't it reasonable to let Zhu Cihong have more soldiers and let Wu Sangui go to the front line to work hard?
Thinking of this, Chongzhen no longer had any doubts in his heart, and waved his hands: "Let's do it this way. Wu Shangshu, you can discuss it with Uncle Xiangcheng later to see who you are more proficient in using, and I will transfer them to you." gone."

Although favoring Zhu Cihong, Chongzhen will still give Wu Sangui what should be given, otherwise Wu Sangui has no fighting power at all, what if he can't defend Shanhaiguan?
When Wu Sangui heard Chongzhen's words, he knew that the general situation was over, and there was no chance of a comeback in this matter, so he could only accept the order on the spot.

The matter came to an end here, Chongzhen announced the adjournment and asked Zhu Cihong to follow him back to the harem.

While walking, Chongzhen looked at Zhu Cihong carefully.

The military career these days has brought a lot of changes to Zhu Cihong. The young man's face is a little more mature and steady, and there is a feeling that the rough jade is being sharpened and is about to shine brightly.

I don't know if it was Chongzhen's illusion, but Zhu Cixiang seemed to have grown taller, and was now taller than Chongzhen.

Chongzhen couldn't help expressing emotion: "Lang'er, you have really grown up."

Zhu Cilang smiled, and said: "I wish I could mature immediately and wipe out all the scourges of Daming!"

This is the truth from the heart, and there is a system. As long as Zhu Cihong is given a few years, won't he be able to control Man Qing, Li Zicheng, and Zhang Xianzhong to death?
Chongzhen laughed immediately when he heard the words: "Don't worry, I believe you! Wang Chengen, let someone pass the meal on."

While speaking, he had already walked to the harem, today Chongzhen planned to eat and chat with Zhu Cihong.

Although it is an imperial meal, Chongzhen has always been simple, so the dishes are relatively simple and homely.

While eating, Chongzhen listened to Zhu Cihong's talk about the Battle of Lugou River outside Gu'an City.

"I didn't expect this battle to be so soul-stirring and soul-stirring. I watched the battle report in the Imperial Palace of the capital, and I really couldn't understand what happened."

As he said that, Chongzhen's gaze towards Zhu Cihong became softer and softer.

It was this 15-year-old child who led the cavalry charge at the most critical moment, laying the foundation for the Ming Dynasty's victory in the counterattack.

How can I be able to have such an outstanding heir!
Zhu Cihong smiled, and said seriously: "As long as the father trusts his son, Daming will continue to win."

That's right, we cheaters are so arrogant and confident!
Chongzhen looked at Zhu Cihong who was full of confidence, and was infected by Zhu Cihong's enthusiasm. Confidence began to emerge in his heart, and he laughed: "Of course I believe you!"

After talking about the Battle of Lugouhe, the topic once again returned to the upcoming Ming and Qing battles.

Chongzhen said solemnly: "Lang'er, tell me honestly, what is Daming's winning rate in the next war with Jiannu?"

Without hesitation, Zhu Cihong said seriously: "[-]-[-]."

Chongzhen was shocked: "So tall?"

It's not that Chongzhen underestimated himself, but that the entire Chongzhen dynasty's winning rate against the Manchus did not exceed [-]%, which is indeed very high.

Zhu Cihong laughed and said, "It's really [-]%."

Where did the [-]% come from?system.

How much is it if there is no system?Zhu Cihong thinks it may be half, that is, 5%.

The current Daming was so bullied by Li Zicheng that the entire Central Plains was basically rotten, like an adult recovering from a serious illness who met a young man full of energy who had just developed, and couldn't beat him at all.

If you don't open it, you really can't play it.

Chongzhen didn't know what Zhu Cihong was thinking, but he knew the situation of Daming well, so after hearing the [-]% winning rate, he cheered up and said, "In this case, Shanhaiguan should be able to hold it?"

Zhu Cihong touched his nose and said, "Not necessarily."

Zhu Cihong had only read about the fighting power of the Manchu Qing Dynasty in history books, but had never personally experienced it.

Today's history has been rewritten again, which means that all the historical tracks in Zhu Cihong's mind have been abolished, so Zhu Cihong really does not know what the outcome of the Shanhaiguan battle will be.

Chongzhen: "..."

He was quite happy to hear the figure of [-]% just now, but now Zhu Cihong poured cold water on him.

Chongzhen reluctantly calmed down, and said, "What if Shanhaiguan cannot be guarded?"

Zhu Cihong laughed after hearing Chongzhen's words: "If you can't hold it, then you can't hold it, it's okay."

For Zhu Cihong, Shanhaiguan is like a gate of Ming Dynasty, useful and useful.

But the problem is that these barbarians in the Manchu Qing Dynasty don't like to go through the gate, they always like to climb over the wall and enter the house from the Monan grassland, which makes the gate of Shanhaiguan particularly embarrassing.

Yes, that's good.No, it doesn't really hurt.

Chongzhen: "...if we can't defend Shanhaiguan, is it possible that Daming will stick to the capital again, just like a few days ago?"

Zhu Cihong smiled again: "Father, don't worry, whether Shanhaiguan will be lost or not depends mainly on whether Wu Sangui will fight. But it is absolutely impossible for Jiannu to fight in the capital to reproduce the previous scene! "

Hearing the words, Chongzhen finally breathed a sigh of relief, and waved his hands: "That's good. That's fine, you should be tired after traveling all the way, go and rest."

It wasn't Zhu Cilang who wanted to rest, but Chongzhen who wanted to rest.

Talking to Zhu Cihong was really exciting, and it was really unbearable for Chongzhen's heart to go up and down for a while.

Zhu Cihong nodded, and showed a bright smile to Chongzhen: "Father, take a good rest, and my son will go."

Seeing Zhu Cihong strode away, Chongzhen heaved a sigh of relief and smiled.

At some point, Chongzhen suddenly began to have a feeling that as long as he saw Zhu Cihong's figure, he would inexplicably feel at ease!

At least tonight, Chongzhen can sleep soundly.

　There should be more later. . .Bar
　　
　
(End of this chapter)