Seiwa

Meng Qinghe was worried about the pile of IOUs in front of him, and so was Zhu Gaochi.

Unable to solve the tasks assigned by the King of Yan, Zhu Gaochi couldn't eat well, couldn't sleep well, and his weight began to plummet again.In less than a few days, my waistline dropped two inches.

Is this okay?

Concubine Yan was concerned about her son, so she specially called Wang An, what happened to her son?Is it because of troubles in government affairs, or is there someone in the bureaucracy who is disobedient?If there is one, it must be slapped to death!

"Going back to the princess, there is nothing wrong with it." Wang An replied cautiously, "The prince told the son one thing before he set off, and the son has not yet figured out a way, so he is a little anxious."

"Oh." It's not that someone is dishonest, so it's not a big problem.Intervening in Beiping's defense was personally accounted for by King Yan, and Princess Yan never asked about other government affairs.

It's a good thing for my son to work hard, but he has to pay attention to his health.

"On weekdays, you should pay more attention."

"The slaves obey."

Wang An withdrew from the side hall, wiped his sweat, did not go far, and saw the familiar face next to Shizi Concubine, bitter in his mouth, but could not show a trace on his face.

The other party greeted him in a few steps, saluted first, and said, "The king is listening."

Wang An knew that the concubine Shizi would not ask him to come over directly, so he was taboo, but he did not expect to meet with the concubine.The concubine sent someone to ask, but he had no reason to hide it.

"The son is busy with government affairs, so the balance has been reduced. The daily meals are still as usual, and the princess has been reported. Please don't worry about it."

"Since Wang listened to the matter like this, our family will go back and report it, and the princess should be at ease after hearing it."

The two saluted again, smiled face to face, turned around and curled their lips, what is it!

Concubine Yan leaned on the couch, put down the book in her hand, and took the soup and medicine offered by the palace servants, "Is it by the concubine's side?"

"Back to the princess, yes."

"What did Wang Andu say?"

"Just say that the prince is busy with business."

"He's a smart guy who knows what to say and what not to say."

Princess Yan picked up the medicine bowl and emptied it, and the palace servants hurriedly delivered the preserved fruit, slightly diluting the bitter taste in her mouth.

The imperial court's army of 50 besieged Beiping City, and Princess Yan went up to the top of the city in person, wearing armor and holding a sharp edge.

The king of Yan went to war, if there is no princess, the prince may not really be able to convince the crowd.As a result, Beiping City was defended, but Princess Yan fell ill.

The doctor of the Wang's mansion checked the pulse with the good doctor, and they both said that he was suffering from wind and cold, and he took several doses of medicine, sometimes good and sometimes bad.The concubine didn't want the prince and the elder brothers to worry, so she kept on holding on, and the number of people was reduced.

The concubine did not talk about helping the concubine to share the burden, but was only busy competing with the concubine of the concubine, and the palace people looked cold-hearted.

"As you get older, people become more refined and noble." Princess Yan breathed a sigh of relief, with a tired look on her brows, "When I was a teenager, I wouldn't be like this even if I ran in the snow for a day. Now it's just a blowjob." It’s unbearable if there’s a little wind.”

The palace people did not dare to make a sound and stood quietly.

"Go down, I'll take a break."

"Yes."

The door was closed, Princess Yan leaned quietly on the couch, slightly closed her eyes, with a trace of nostalgia in her expression.

Teenagers, the average age of flowers, I can't go back.

Outside the door, the palace servants and eunuchs all walked lightly, staring at Bing Leng under the eaves in a daze.

The concubine's illness is always not getting better. I heard that the newly hired Dr. Zhao in the mansion has good medical skills. Why don't you invite him to give the concubine a consultation?

Towards evening, it snowed heavily again in Beiping City.

The old people say that auspicious snow heralds a good year, but with this kind of weather, let alone a good year, thank God if it is not a disaster year.

Meng Qinghe locked himself in the wing room, occasionally paying attention to Mr. Gao's life, and spent most of the rest of the time worrying about the box Zhu Gaochi sent.

It is impossible to completely renege on debts, and it is even more impossible to cash them all.Zhu Gaochi said that he could not give so many sheep, not because he was stingy, but because he really couldn't do it.If you give a part of it first, or use other things to make up for it at a discount?

Meng Qinghe thought hard and thought of many ways, but none of them were very good.

The Mongols are not stupid, and they may not really be stuck in the number. In the final analysis, they may just want to see if the King of Yan is trustworthy.

In the twelfth lunar month of winter, if you give them all the sheep, where will you raise them?Who will raise it?

By the way, I gave it to the pasture?Not to mention that Zhu Di disagreed, Zhu Gaochi couldn't pass this test.

Both Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Di have the same stingy personality, so where can Zhu Gaochi be generous?

Historically, after Emperor Yongle passed away, Wu Liangha thought that the mountain on his head was gone, so he could jump around a few times, and came to the door with the IOU from Zhu Di when he raised the army, but Zhu Gaochi drove him back as usual.

pasture?

If this happened, Renzong said he didn't know.

Have an IOU?

Renzong continued to say that he guarded Beiping most of the time, he really didn't know how he got the IOU and whether his father promised it.

The leader of Wuliangha was playing around and cheating. Zhu Gaochi did not slash at him like his father did, but persuaded him with good words. The bad debts accumulated over the years need to be checked. He has already arranged manpower, and there should be results soon, so he needs to be patient.

As for how long it will be soon, a few days or a few months, or even a few years, he can't guarantee it.

Of course, it doesn't matter if you really want to grab it hard, if the old man can clean it up, so can he!

If you can't lead troops to go out in person, there is still no shortage of people who can lead troops under your hands!Besides, the old man has been in power for so many years and hasn't come to see him. He came to play and roll around as soon as he took the throne. Do you think he is easy to bully?Do you really think that he has no temper because he is broad-minded and fat?

Zhu Gaochi's face sank, and the leader of Wuliangha stood up quickly, not daring to roll any more.Desperately, he went back to the station, and secretly whispered to others, the Zhu family really are not ordinary stingy people!

Meng Qinghe naturally had to think twice about doing things for Zhu Di and his son who were also stingy.

If you figure out a way, you can't claim the credit yourself, you have to put the stamp on Zhu Gaochi's head.

Zhu Di handed over the work to Zhu Gaochi, and Zhu Gaochi only consulted Meng Qinghe for his opinion, not entrusting him with the whole matter.Meng Qinghe thought clearly about the difference.

Li Jinglong competed with his subordinates, but at most he was said to be a bad character.He dared to take the credit that should belong to Zhu Gaochi, and his life would be bleak to the end.

The simplest reason is that the general manager gave an important job to the department manager, but the department manager racked his brains and couldn't figure out a way. A small employee jumped up and down. That's it, simple!look at me!

Three times, five times and two times, the matter was resolved, and then he went directly to show his merits to the general manager.

That's not smart, it's stupid, and it's stupid enough.

The matter dragged on for three days, and Zhu Gaochi sent Wang An to ask several times. Meng Qinghe had a sad expression on his face, and repeatedly said, it's difficult, this matter is really difficult!Dealing with Gao Wei is just a clever and unsophisticated means. This matter is related to the great cause of the prince. I have been thinking hard about my humble position, but so far I have not been able to come up with a good solution.Bold and humble, can the prince point out a general direction?

"It's hard for Meng Chen." Hearing Wang An's report, Zhu Gaochi didn't get angry, and walked around the Nuan Pavilion with his hands behind his back, "There is a way here. Go and invite Meng Chen to come over and discuss the details together."

Wang An agreed to go out, did not send anyone else, and ran all the way to invite people in person.

"Meng Chen's matter, the prince has an invitation."

Meng Qinghe had just taken the medicine, and his expression was bitter without pretending.Wang Anxin secretly thought, it seems that he really can't think of a way out, if the son blames him, shouldn't our family help to say something nice?

"Wang listen to the matter and wait a moment."

Meng Qinghe took two big sips of water, his mouth was still bitter, but he didn't dare to delay any longer, picked up the box that the prince gave him, and went out with Wang An.

The two walked quickly, and when they arrived outside the Nuan Pavilion, Wang An was fine, while Meng Qinghe was already breathing a little.

After the notification, Meng Qinghe walked into the Nuan Pavilion with a face full of shame, "The humble job has failed the expectations of the son, please come down!"

Zhu Gaochi personally helped Meng Qinghe up from the ground, and said gently: "Why did you say that about Meng Qian? In the end, I'm still embarrassing you. I know Meng Qian's loyalty."

Meng Qinghe knew he was doing the right thing.

It's good to offer advice, but those who are in the early stage can't do too much, and only by hiding their clumsiness properly can they go further.

"My son loves me so much, my humble job is really..."

As he spoke, his eye circles began to turn red.

Acting has been perfected.

Zhu Gaochi hurriedly comforted Meng Qinghe a few words, and said that this matter was originally entrusted to him by the King of Yan. It is good that Meng Qinghe can figure out a way, but it's okay if he can't. He will always remember Meng Qinghe's loyalty.

"My son loves me so much, I am willing to be so humble!"

With a bang, Meng Twelve Lang's knee touched the ground.The bluestone brick floor hurts when it hits it.

Acting always has to play a full set, this is a little painful, I can bear it!

"Get up, Meng Chen!"

Being helped up by Zhu Gaochi again, Meng Qinghe wiped away his tears and let it go.The play can't be overdone, it's almost enough, and it's too late.

"Gu has come up with a solution, but he just can't make up his mind." Zhu Gaochi sat back on the stool and tapped his fingers on the table, "Why don't Meng Qian help Gu to go into details."

"I dare not to be humble."

"There is no need to be overly humble about Meng Chen." Zhu Gaochi smiled, "The idea that Gu came up with is not a good solution, but one word, procrastination."

"drag?"

"En." Zhu Gaochi nodded and continued, "Giving so many sheep right away is definitely not enough. Not to mention that there are no in Gu's hands, even if there are, Gu will not let them take whatever they want."

Meng Qinghe didn't make a sound, showing just the right amount of surprise and a little puzzlement.

"I understand your loyalty. You are doing things for your father wholeheartedly. Those Mongols," Zhu Gaochi paused, "since they can betray King Ning, who knows if they will turn to the court! They must be suppressed and let them know, If the father is willing to use it, they are a knife on the battlefield. Otherwise..."

Zhu Gaochi didn't go on, Meng Qing and Shengsheng had a smart fight.

Zhu Yuanzhang's grandson, Zhu Di's son, the future Ming Renzong, anyone who dares to underestimate him will definitely seek death.

"Gu thinks so, what does Meng Chen think?"

After deliberating for a while, Meng Qinghe followed Zhu Gaochi's thoughts and put forward a few supplementary suggestions, "I believe that some of their requirements can be properly met. Suspend them and let them serve the prince better."

"Good!" Zhu Gaochi laughed, "Gu also thinks the same way. With both kindness and majesty, the father entrusts this matter to Gu, so naturally Gu can't disappoint the father."

This topic is a bit deep, and there must be an extended meaning, so Meng Qinghe shut up decisively.

"It's just that there must be a standard for how much to give."

Zhu Gaochi started knocking on the table again. He thought about exchanging it for tea or other things that Duoyan Sanwei needed, but he thought it was inappropriate.In this way, it will inevitably take some time, and it will be another problem if the Mongolians use this to raise prices.

"My son, I have some ideas about this."

"Tell me."

"The humble official thinks that the palace doesn't have enough sheep, which can be exchanged with the border people. The remnant yuan is in chaos, and some small tribes are in danger, and they have the willingness to move south."

"You mean?"

"The prince can ask the prince to allow several tribes to move south. Emperor Taizu Gao ordered the establishment of a thousand households to house the tribes who belonged to them. They can exchange grain and tea for their cattle and sheep. Through these tribes, You can also contact other tribes on the grassland. How many cattle and sheep you want is just a matter of one sentence. The prince and the prince saved the lives of their entire clan, and they must serve the prince and the prince."

The asking price of the grassland tribes who migrated inland is definitely lower than that of Duoyan Sanwei. When they enter the Qianhu House, everything is up to King Yan, so they don't want to work?Weigh it yourself.

The more Meng Qinghe talked, the brighter Zhu Gaochi's eyes became.

"Meng Chen is a great talent!" Zhu Gaochi slapped the table fiercely, "Exactly! The warriors of his tribe can also be used by his father to charge forward!"

Meng Qinghe hurriedly said: "The son is wise, but I didn't expect to be in a humble position!"

Zhu Gaochi rubbed his hands, the problem of the sheep was temporarily solved, and he won a new force for his father, and he could also give Duoyan Sanwei a warning to let them understand that there are not a few people who work here in King Yan, if you dare to take Joe, you will not be paid. Your job is ruined!

This move can weaken Bei Yuan's power, which is really a great good!

The more Zhu Gaochi thought about it, the more excited he became. Meng Qinghe gave a few compliments in a timely manner, saying that the son is wise, the son is really very wise.Only the prince can come up with such an idea. Who else can control these Mongols except His Royal Highness King Yan?

"In the end, it's all thanks to Meng Chen."

"I don't dare to be in a lowly position. It's because the prince came up with a good way. The prince must believe in the talent of the prince, so he will leave this matter to the prince."

Meng Qinghe smiled sincerely, while flattering the prince, he did not forget to praise King Yan for his wisdom and martial arts.

The son is extremely intelligent, it is necessary!

Yan Wang is brave and unrivaled, absolutely!

The problem was solved, and Zhu Gaochi was very happy.

Meng Qing made a basket of good words, and the flattery was just right, and Zhu Gaochi was even happier.

People like to listen to good things, Emperor Jianwen is like this, and Zhu Gaochi is not immune.The difference is that Emperor Jianwen was led into the pit by Huang Zicheng's good words, and he dared not do this to Zhu Gaochi even after killing Meng Qinghe.

Therefore, Zhu Gaochi was very happy to hear good words, and he was also very "safe".

"I will report this matter to my father alone, and I will definitely remember Meng Qian's deeds."

"Thank you, my son!"

"It doesn't have to be like this between you and me."

This is you and me?

Meng Qinghe immediately burst into tears of gratitude, with a very proper expression on his face.

When he left, the smile on Zhu Gaochi's face deepened, he was a smart man, no wonder he was valued by his father.

If this person can use it for himself, it is a good thing.

If he can't... Ying also won't be picked up by the second brother.

If he followed his father wholeheartedly, he didn't have to worry too much.

Putting away the smile on his face, Zhu Gaochi began to think about how to write the letter to King Yan.

Back in the room and leaning against the door, Meng Qinghe let out a long breath.

He slapped his face hard twice, dealing with the Zhu family is really not easy.

Maybe he should be sick for a few more days?

Shaking his head, today's test has just passed, so don't be smart.

Outside the city of Yuzhou, the Yan army set off again.

The battle report came from Datong, commanding Teng Ju to lead [-] men to surrender.King Yan immediately reorganized his army, ordered to capture Juyongguan, and returned to Beiping.

Zhu Di knew Li Jinglong well, and the 1 people under Teng Ju were his cannon fodder.Whether there will be more cannon fodder will depend on how idiot Li Jinglong is.As long as he dares to come, Zhu Di dares to accept it.No one will push away the good things that come to your door for free.

When passing through Juyongguan, Zhu Di still thought about sending some more information to Li Jinglong so that he could continue to show his merits to the court, but the news from Dezhou City killed his idea.

Guo Ying, Marquis of Wuding, led his army into Dezhou.

Li Jinglong can despise, but Guo Ying must pay attention to.

Wu Dinghou has arrived, will An Luhou and Wei Guogong be far behind?Compared with these people, Zhu Di was more afraid of Governor Ping'an.

Because of his understanding of Li Jinglong, Zhu Di was able to defeat the 50 Southern Army and drive the imperial army out of Hebei.

Ping'an was the adopted son of Emperor Taizu Gao. He had fought with Zhu Di many times, and he was quite familiar with King Yan's military methods.With the addition of Xu Huizu, who had trained troops in Beiping, the next battle would definitely not be as easy as before.

It is definitely not a pleasant thing to fight against someone who knows oneself well.

Lien Chan Lian Jie, I am afraid it is impossible.How to continue to win battles requires careful consideration.

If the imperial army is defeated, they can regroup and come back again. If they are defeated, they will be lost forever.

King Yan sat in the big tent, and for the first time since he raised his army, he was not sure.

Zhu Gaochi's letter was delivered at this time. Looking at the contents of the letter, a smile appeared on Yan Wang's face.

"Good!" Yan Wang stroked his short mustache, "As expected of an orphaned son! This method is very good!"

Zhu Gaoxu and other generals were waiting outside the tent, and vaguely heard the voice of King Yan praising the son from the tent. Zhu Gaoxu subconsciously went to see Zhu Gaoxu, but found that Zhu Gaoxu had an ordinary expression, as if he hadn't heard anything.

"Second brother."

"kindness?"

"Father..."

Before he finished speaking, Zheng He walked out of the big tent and said to everyone: "My lord has summoned you."

In the army, King Gaoyang and Zhu Gaosui did not receive much preferential treatment. They also charged on the battlefield and used their heads to discuss their military exploits.If Zhang Yuzhu Neng and other generals hadn't spoken repeatedly, King Yan would probably let his two sons go to the grassroots to experience life, starting as a soldier.

Zhu Gaoxu pressed Zhu Gaosui's shoulder, and with force, he said in a low voice: "Everything is obeyed by the father, remember?"

Zhu Gaosui nodded.

Ever since the father raised his army, the eldest son and the second elder brother have changed a lot.When in Zhending City, the second brother would occasionally mention what Meng Twelve Lang said on the way to Nanjing. There was appreciation and a little bit of complexity in the words.

Zhu Gaosui didn't quite understand it, so he simply didn't think about it.

The emperor in Nanjing is still sitting on the dragon chair, and there is still an army of the imperial court in Dezhou. Who can say for sure what will happen in the future?

It's never too late to make a decision when the day comes when the son will compete with the second elder brother.

In the big tent, King Yan first told the secret reports of Nanjing and Dezhou to the generals, focusing on Wei Guogong Xu Huizu and the governor Ping'an.

Xu Huizu is the son of Xu Da. The tiger father has no dogs and sons does not apply to Li Jinglong, but it applies to him.

"Back then when training troops in Beiping, in terms of tactics and strategy, Wei Guogong was evenly matched with Gu."

King Yan admired Xu Huizu, but he was completely afraid of Ping'an, and he was not very polite when he spoke.He had a lot of support for Ping An, but this kid turned around and helped Emperor Jianwen deal with him!

"Pingan Shuzi, who has been fighting alone for many years, has repeatedly gone out of the fortress, if he is a pioneer, he will be in serious trouble!"

After talking about these two people who must be paid attention to, the expressions of the generals became extremely serious.

Immediately afterwards, King Yan changed his subject, "Although these two men are brave, Li Jiujiang and others are all ordinary men. Although the Southern Army is numerous, its generals are not dedicated, and the government orders are different, so there is nothing to be afraid of!"

The bravery of a few people doesn't mean anything when a single tree is hard to support.There are many soldiers in the South, plenty of food, and excellent weapons, so what?If you grab it, it's all ours!

"The food and wages of the armored soldiers are enough for my ears."

In short, don't be afraid, follow the lonely king to have meat to eat!

King Yan ended his speech with these words, and Zhu Gaoxu and Zhu Gaosui took the lead in cheering for their father, applauding desperately, with tears in their eyes, and their palms were flushed.

All the generals in the tent also raised their arms and shouted, the prince is wise!The prince is thousand years old!

Shen Xuan, who came from Datong, took Teng Ju outside the tent to ask for an interview, just in time to hear Zhu Neng's loud voice leading the way and shouting, "Copy the guy, steal him!"

Shen Xuan was very calm, but Teng Ju paused.

This is King Yan's tent, the base of the rebel gang?

Those who can raise the flag to rebel are indeed not ordinary people.

Nanjing

Emperor Jianwen read the memorial sent by Li Jinglong, frowned, and did not speak for a long time.

Qi Tai and Huang Zicheng were dismissed from office and could not easily enter the palace. Emperor Jianwen could only seek advice from others.Wei Guogong Xu Huizu and his son-in-law Wang Ning, who had not yet left Beijing, were summoned at the same time. When they learned of the content of Li Jinglong's memorial, they were silent.

"What does Duke Wei think?"

With previous experience, Zhu Yunqi put a question mark on Li Jinglong's whole body, and he couldn't believe the memorial he sent.

Xu Huizu pondered for a moment, then said: "Duke Cao sent [-] infantry to command Teng Ju to lead the army into Datong, it should be true."

In other words, apart from this, it is nonsense to attack Datong to weaken the Yan army, or to behead more than a thousand soldiers in a fierce battle.

Emperor Jianwen turned to Wang Ning, who agreed with Xu Huizu's opinion.

Li Jinglong's memorabilia was on the case, and the three monarchs and ministers were relatively silent.

Without Huang Zicheng, who was holding the hammer, the hole in Emperor Jianwen's head was reduced immediately.He recognized Li Jinglong's idiot nature and adopted a series of thunderous measures, but he still couldn't make up for the serious mistakes he made before.

For the sake of face, Emperor Jianwen did not replace Li Jinglong as the coach. He thought that with the addition of Wu Dinghou and others, the imperial army should be able to wipe out the Yan army.But now, Emperor Jianwen is not sure.

He found that Li Jinglong was not just an idiot, he had more holes in his head than himself.

There is really no problem with such a person sitting in the coach's position?