The Ming Dynasty’s ruling and opposition parties turned into a pot of porridge, which was delayed again and again, morale fell, and wasted, how could people who don’t know how much money and food and who are devoted to the country can bear it
Therefore, the wave of impeachment of Qian Qianyi was higher than the wave, especially the criticism from the people, and it went straight to the sky, and there were all kinds of scolding.
Qian Qianyi initially supported Zhou Zheng's Northern Expedition in an attempt to divide the merits. Now that he can't continue the fight, he refuses to do anything. His positive energy disappears, so he simply asks for leave and hides in the house without seeing anyone.
Qian Qianyi's hiding, even more angered the ruling and opposition parties, one after another, he submitted letters, severely impeached, and drifted towards the cabinet compound like snowflakes.
On the ninth day of May, too many people couldn't sit still and asked the court to withdraw or even disband Liaodong's army from the front line to reduce money and food, ease the treasury, and use it on the blade.
Except for Zhou Zheng's line, almost everyone was against it, including Zhou Yanru, who had already sent a letter to the court, stating the pros and cons of the current Northern Expedition, and asking the court to think twice and put people's livelihood first.
With the fermentation, even ordinary people began to oppose it, and the voice of discussion became louder than ever.
By the middle of May, the voices everywhere were tumultuous, and a rare voice demanding Zhou Zheng's'representation' appeared.
The repeated delays of the Northern Expedition had an impact on Zhou Zheng's reputation.
Zhou Zheng was in the line, and gradually there was a tendency to cross the street, and everyone shouted and beat them.
By May 20, the atmosphere became more and more weird, the offensive of the ruling and the opposition continued to strengthen, but there was a strange silence, as if waiting for something.
Sure enough, on May 21, Lu Xiangsheng once again wrote to the court, requesting the court to postpone the Northern Expedition for another month on the grounds of'poor morale and unfavorable military forces', so as to purge Liaodong.
This memorial by Lu Xiangsheng gave the court a sigh of relief both inside and outside.
After three consecutive postponements, as long as three months, how can this battle be fought? Even people who don't understand military affairs at this time know that if they can't fight, if they bite the bullet and lose their minds, they will only lead to a big defeat.
As a result, Zhou Zheng's voice became quieter when Qian Qianyi was impeached. Everyone's eyes were fixed on the court, wanting to see how Zhou Zheng ended.
Hundreds of thousands of troops were mobilized vigorously, and I don’t know how much money was wasted. This big movement, you can’t just say “don’t fight” lightly!
Ever since, I don't know how many pairs of eyes stared at the court, staring at Zhou Zheng.
Zhou Zheng stayed still, going to get off work and leaving work as usual, completely unaware.
Qian Qianyi continued to hide, not daring to show his head.
When the ruling and opposition parties were treacherous, and when the fire was in full swing, Jiang Guangyue, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, quietly left Beijing and rushed to Liaodong.
At this time, Ning Yuan.
Lu Xiangsheng, who was originally in Jinzhou, suddenly appeared secretly in Zhenbei City.
The Ming army on the south bank of the Daling River showed signs of retreat, while the Ming army in Phoenix on the peninsula retreated across the board, splitting into two routes, all the way to Pidao and all the way to Lushun, the action was simply and neat.
Shenyang City, Imperial Palace.
The Jianlus were relieved to learn that the Ming Dynasty had postponed the Northern Expedition again.
At this moment, Xiaozhuang looked at the three people in front of him with a good smile, Chen Hualong, Ji'er Harang, and Dai Shan.
She looked at Chen Hualong and said in approval: "Chen Aiqing's previous words are not bad, she deserves to be a minister of the first emperor's solitary trust, with far-reaching thoughts and extraordinary insights."
With a look of excitement on his face, Chen Hualong raised his hand and bowed: "Thanks for the empress dowager's praise, it is all duty."
The more Xiaozhuang smiled, the more satisfied he looked.
Of course, this Chen Hualong was not a lonely minister, but Ning Wan, I waited under the hands of others, and Ning Wan was forcibly pulled up after I died. But this man did have a vision, and the Ming Dynasty's reaction was very consistent with what he said before. Xiaozhuang also needs someone to lead the Han officials and the Han people. This Chen Hualong is loyal and loyal, and he is the most suitable candidate.
Ji'erhalang was expressionless, obviously not paying attention to Chen Hualong.
Dai Shan was even more disdainful, and his face was somewhat ugly. The military power he originally controlled is now in the hands of Ji'er Harang, and the logistical food and grass are again assigned to these Hanchens, and Daishan, the minister of life, has become an empty shelf!
Xiaozhuang glanced over the expressions of the three people, his eyes flashed with a smile, and said: "Then, what shall we do next?"
It is unlikely that the Ming Dynasty will continue the Northern Expedition, but the threat is still there. How do they respond? Tens of thousands of people gathered in Shenyang. Eating and drinking Lazard cannot last long. If it is delayed until July, and the Ming Dynasty is not required to fight, they will fall apart because of the lack of food.
Chen Hualong breathed, bowed, but looked at Ji'erhalang.
Ji'erhalang is the most important person in the construction of the prisoners, and he is the person most trusted by the first emperor, and now he also holds all the military power.
Xiaozhuang also looked at Jirhalang, the huge Qing, the only one he dared to trust was Jirhalang.
Ji'erhalang has been thinking about this issue, and when he looked at Shang Xiaozhuang, he still pondered over and over again, saying: "The Queen Mother, Shenyang City really cannot continue with so many people, but it can't be withdrawn. In this way, 20,000 people will be left, and the rest To withdraw in case of accidents."
Xiaozhuang looked at Chen Hualong and said, "Chen Aiqing, if there are 20,000 people, how long can the food last?"
Chen Hualong pretended to think for a while, and said: "The Queen Mother, Shenyang City originally has tens of thousands of people, plus 20,000 troops, horses, etc., and the grain is at most one person. If we continue to reduce production in spring and summer, we may have a hard time this year."
In addition to lack of food and grass for combat preparation, they are also facing a national famine. The number of people who are farming is very small. Coupled with natural disasters, they cannot support themselves at all and need foreign aid!
This time, the grain and grass that were taken by force, and the consumption for such a long period of time is equivalent to advances in advance. They will be very difficult this year, next year and beyond!
Xiaozhuang was expressionless when he heard Chen Hualong's words.
They do not produce production. This has long been expected. They must find a way to obtain food and not starve to death.
Xiaozhuang still looked at Chen Hualong and said, "Chen Aiqing, what can I do?"
Chen Hualong really hesitated this time. The back of Jianlu was covered with snow, which was very uninhabited. To the east was Dongjiang Town of the Ming Dynasty, and to the west was Mongolia, but he was already drifting away and could not help much.
The only way they want to obtain food is the Ming Dynasty in the south.
However, the Ming Dynasty definitely wouldn't give them food to feed tigers.
Ji'erhalang, Daishan didn't say anything, they were very clear in their hearts, but they couldn't open their mouths.
Seeing that they did not speak, Xiaozhuang had to say: "Can you take this opportunity to make peace with the Ming Dynasty, or even marry?"
Chen Hualong hurriedly said: "Niangniang, in the eyes of Weichen, this is almost impossible. As long as Zhou is one day, we will never want to live peacefully with the Ming Dynasty and get a grain of food.
Xiaozhuang looked at Chen Hualong and said, "Chen Aiqing previously speculated that Zhou Zheng might fall by the side of power and become the target of public criticism. This time, can Zhou Zheng get through it safely?"
Chen Hualong understood what Xiaozhuang meant, and said: "The queen mother, the Ming dynasty's parties are fiercely fighting. Zhou Zheng has been in power for many years. It is not realistic to want to immediately change. Even if he falls, it is difficult to say whether the Ming Dynasty will change Liaodong’s strategy. North Korea is tantamount to seeking skin with a tiger."
Chen Hualong didn't want the Jianluo to reconcile with the Ming dynasty, because the status of their Hanchens would appear awkward and their status would be weakened.
Xiaozhuang could guess Chen Hualong's inner thoughts and looked at Ji'erhalang and Daishan.
Unwilling to be marginalized, Dai Shan said: "You can take Chen Hualong to the Ming Dynasty and get the details of the Ming Dynasty."
Chen Hualong's eyelids jumped and went to the Ming Dynasty to follow Fan Wenchen. Would you like to follow in my footsteps? This generation of Shan Ming is planning to kill someone with a knife!
Xiaozhuang had the intention, but he was afraid that Chen Hualong would be in the Ming dynasty, and the Han officials in Shenyang would not be commanded. He pondered for a while, saying, "Let's put this down for the time being. When the Ming dynasty completely retreats, the Ming court has specific news." (End of this chapter)