"Report! Taicheng is in a hurry, General Ji led his troops in a fleet raid on the sea, losing more than half of 10,000 units!"
"Report! Haicheng is in a hurry, the Sangyi army invaded and massacred hundreds of people. General Wu led his troops to fight and die in the East Beach!"
"Report! Yanzhou is in a hurry!"
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The overwhelming emergency military reports were introduced into the capital, and the people were panicked and uneasy.
In the early dynasty, everyone looked ugly. Looking up, Yufu was almost buried in the military newspaper.
She stood up slowly, her figure seemed a little unstable, Gu Shubai's eyes always fell on her, seeing her biting her lip, standing calmly in front of the imperial case.
She has always spoken in the dragon chair behind the imperial case. Today, standing in this position is even more coercive.
She finally spoke, her voice as calm as usual, "Everyone knows how artillery was invented and improved, and finally used as a weapon in the army?"
Everyone thought that as soon as she opened her mouth, she would talk about the defeat of many parties in the naval battle, but they did not want her to mention the origin of artillery.
All the ministers were amazed, and Gu Wenqing went out and said: "My Majesty, the minister knows. The Weichen is in charge of the artillery in the military department, knowing that the artillery was first used in the Dazhou army, and the first time it was officially used in the army, it was a confrontation. In the battle of Xirongdi."
"good."
The corners of Yu Fu's lips are slightly raised, her red lips are bright today, I don't know if it is to hide or show.
"Not only artillery, but also crossbow arrows, and soft armor. All the advanced weapons in the army are improved and used in difficult battles. The so-called not broken or standing, if there is no external pressure, how can we make progress? If we don’t make progress, what is the difference between us and the frog at the bottom of the well."
She raised her hand and waved her big sleeve. "Now that Sangyi country attacks our coastal city of Beili, it is to provide us with an opportunity to break and stand up. I have always felt that the North Korean atmosphere is not good these days, and successive victories have allowed you to gradually breed. Being proud and complacent, do you think you are invincible? The arrogant soldier will be defeated. I hope that this defeat will let you Aiqing learn a lesson, don’t be arrogant, and forget about humility and enterprising."
Many courtiers bowed their heads when she said.
When the Sangyi state envoys came to the capital, they showed the pride of this great country to the fullest, but now they have been beaten with no power to resist, it is really embarrassing to lose their home.
Tian Yunpo glanced at Gu Shubai, then secretly glanced at the courtiers, with a smile on his face.
Yufu's speech was really high.
She didn't talk about the current defeat, but talked about the attitude of the court. This kind of gaze based on the overall situation diverted the attention of the courtiers and allowed everyone to break free from the panic of losing the battle.
Establishing the heart first, then discussing the matter, this gave the ministers a hint that the current defeat is just a test given to them by God, and it will eventually pass.
After a moment of silence, Yufu slowly walked back to Yu'an and sat down again.
"The giant fleet of the Sangyi Nation is stronger than I originally expected, but it is not absolutely invincible. Fortunately, we were prepared in advance. Even though we are defeated now, at least they dare not continue to attack the inland cities for a while. Does Aiqing have a solution to the worries?"
Shangshu of the Ministry of Industry hurriedly said: "The minister thought that the advantage of the Sangyi army was only on the ship. If we can build such a tall and strong ship, why not be able to beat it? It's just that the skilled craftsmen of the Ministry of Industry have died. , Chen is really..."
This statement is reasonable, but it is a pity that it is difficult for a clever woman to cook without rice.
Slowly speaking, those skilled craftsmen have been killed by the Sangyi envoys, even if they are still there, the Sangyi envoys deliberately kept them, and did not allow them to learn the techniques of the Sangyi giant wheel, and could not build the same fleet.
Yufu said: "I understand this, but even if we can learn their skills, huge ships cannot be made in a moment. Far can't quench the near thirst. The most urgent task now is to protect the coastal cities as soon as possible, so as not to let the people. Slaughtered again."
The Ministry of War Shangshu said: "Your Majesty, the Sangyi people actually have artillery. The minister thought that the artillery of the Ministry of War should be transported to the coastal cities. If the appropriate angle and position are chosen, even if the artillery cannot sink their giant ship, it can at least stop them. attack."
Yufu looked at the military commander. No one agreed or opposed. The dead horse was treated as a living horse doctor. "It's right, do it now."
"Your Majesty, the soldiers in each city will suffer serious losses, and their troops are being mobilized to make up for them. Will the leader who leads the troops send more?"
As soon as this statement came out, Ouyang Qi, who had long been unable to restrain himself, immediately went out, and when he was about to surrender, Yufu waved his hand, "According to the previous selection of generals who are familiar with naval battles by the Ministry of War, continue to send more and fill up, and there is no need to ask me again. ."
What she asked was the chief general, but she was talking about the middle generals, and there was no general who had a brilliant record to coordinate the overall situation.
Ouyang Qi was puzzled, but saw Gu Shubai come out: "Your Majesty said that the giant ship was not built all the time. This remark gave the minister some inspiration. Since he can't make it all the time, then you don't have to compare it with others. Our shortcomings. Using my strengths to attack the other's shortcomings is the best policy."
This is a bit ridiculous.
Naval warfare is what Beili people are not good at but Sangyi people are good at. Isn't the length and the shortness obvious? Where do they have any strengths to attack each other.
Gu Jiuge was the first to understand what Gu Shubai meant. "Our strength is land warfare! As long as we set up an ambush on the shore in advance, and then send an advance army to lure them ashore, we can ambush them on the shore." When we get to the shore, our soldiers are tall and brave, and they are naturally stronger than them!"
This was a bit interesting, and the expressions of the ministers became loose.
Gu Shubai nodded and smiled, "Yes. Once we can lure a single ship's forces to the shore and set up ambush and trap, we can find a way to occupy their ship. In this way, the situation at sea will always be better than it is now."
This idea suddenly inspired Yufu.
She smiled and said, "When it comes to our strengths, I think of one more."
"Your Majesty, what are you talking about?"
"poison."
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After the dynasty, Yu Fuyuan had to go to Zangshu Pavilion as usual, and then diverted halfway back to the Hall of Longevity.
With her current mood, she was afraid that she would not be able to enter the book when she went to the library.
The more you endanger the situation, the more you must be calm.
She desperately told herself these words, but couldn't stop her pale face in the mirror, so she had to cover her face with cream powder.
Gu Shubai is rare in the Palace of Longevity.
"Did you not go to Dawn and them to study naval battles today?"
"Didn't you go to the library today?"
The husband and wife were secretive, Gu Shubai patted the place beside him, and Yu helped to sit down, leaning on him.
Gu Shubai raised his hand on her back to prevent her from being unstable.
"Tired?"
Hearing these words, the servants in the palace couldn't help raising their eyelids quickly. His Majesty Xindao came back from the imperial court. How could he be tired
Yufu could understand, he said that he was tired.
She closed her eyes slightly and said, "I was just above the court, and I was so frightened that I had to force my composure. I am so, and so are you."
Gu Shubai comforted, "I stand at the forefront of the courtiers queue, even if I can't hold my hand, they can't see my expression, and you are different."
She stood in that highly anticipated position. She was young and weak, but she was the backbone of all courtiers.
She can't hold it up for a moment, otherwise Bei Li's court will be chaotic, and people's hearts will fall apart in an instant like a high tower pulled from the foundation.
Others may not be able to tell, but Gu Shubai is very familiar with her, and she has clearly seen her figure shake several times earlier, fearing that she can't support it and reveal the flaws.
In the end, she held it up after all.
Yufu raised his eyes to look at him, "Thousands of soldiers were bombed by artillery so that they could not even find their bodies. Some sank to the bottom of the sea, some were bloody, and some were burnt bones. And the people, how bad are they? I was slaughtered by the enemy, hundreds of households... Thousands of lives! How can I not be frightened or angry?"
Gu Shubai could see that even with these heartfelt words, her emotions were still restrained.
She has become accustomed to being a king, her anger is not open, she does not let her emotions affect the stability of the state.
He slowly patted her on the back, "The iron rule that Bei Li has followed through the ages is to not hurt the innocent civilians. I understand your anger. But you have to believe that the unrighteous teacher is not blessed by the heavens, even the present. No matter how difficult the situation is, there will eventually be a day of victory."
Yufu shook his head, "I was in the court in the early morning, and I didn't know what I was talking about. In fact, I didn't have a clue at all, and the few methods I conceived may not be successful, but I know I can't just say nothing. Even casually. Whatever you say, you must first calm down the current situation."
"What you said is very good, all very good! Even if the sage and wise monarch came to the court, we can't do better. After all, we lack understanding of the Sangyi people, and we must suffer some disadvantages at the beginning. After we are familiar with each other's warfare After the strategies and weaknesses, we will be able to find a way to deal with them."
Gu Shubai tried his best to comfort her.
Yufu knew that these words were to comfort him, but after listening to them, they were quite helpful, and his emotions eased a lot.
At this time, someone can discuss with her and help her stabilize her mood, she is very grateful. This person can't be an ordinary courtier, she doesn't want her courtiers to see her panicking.
Only Gu Shubai.
"Fortunately, you are still there."
Gu Shubai smiled, "Is that why you refused to send a general?"
Yufu immediately got up from him, "No, am I so ignorant? What's more, it was General Ouyang who wanted to take the initiative to invite you, but you didn't."
Gu Shubai said: "Why should I take the initiative to invite Ying? Knowing that you will not send a general, General Ouyang will not get a response if he wants to invite Ying."
When he said this, Yu Fu was surprised, "How did you know?"
Gu Shubai smiled, and his eyes sank, "No matter it is General Ouyang or me, or even my second brother, none of them are familiar with naval warfare. Although our reputation is higher than those of the generals you sent, But if you really want to talk about who is more suitable for the leader, your choice is right."
Yufu said: "I don't doubt your abilities, but I want to use talents on the edge. You must not use them blindly. As you said, we must not be able to reap the benefits in the first battle. We will have to wait for some time. Only then can they find their way. Instead of sending generals to the expedition now is not beneficial, it is better to take command in the middle of Beijing and wait for the opportunity."
Timing... When will it come
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"I have been in Beili for so long, and this is the first time I feel that the atmosphere at home is so bad."
On the long street, Su Yunyan dragged Gu Yi around in the street. Gu Yi was carrying a lot of things in her hand, but she herself was carrying a candied haws to eat with relish.
Gu Yi was so tired that his legs couldn't straighten up, so he hurriedly rushed to the first few steps and said, "Knowing that everyone in the family is worried about this war, do you still have the mind to drag me around? Are you lacking in mind?"
"What did you say?"
With half a candied haw in his cigarette holder, Su Yun quickly turned his head and glared at him, and Gu Yi was taken aback, "I lack the eyes, I lack the eyes."
This is pretty much the same.
She continued to eat candied haws, her eyes scanned the shops on both sides of the Long Street, "What else can you do if you don't go out? You whirled up and down at home, which made my father more annoyed! So I brought you out to save you from worrying about your father at home. And brothers."
Gu Yi was a little guilty when she said that, and then said: "I am not worried about the safety of the coastal frontline? Who knows what naval battles will be encountered when I come to Beili. If I had known such a thing, I would definitely be suspicious. I study hard in the sea. Alas, this feeling of knowing that the war is critical but not being able to do anything is completely useless."
Su Yunyan paused, put down the candied haws, and turned around to comfort him, "You all feel useless. Guess how anxious the eldest brother and the second elder brother are? Hey, I don’t know how to fight. You said that land warfare and naval warfare are really bad. is it a lot?"
"Much worse!"
Speaking of what Gu Yi is good at, he is like pouring beans from a bamboo tube, "I don't know much, but the furs that I know are very different. For example, if you want to command a ship in a battle at sea, this You have to consider the wind direction, the wave height, and the communication between the fleets. One more thing, I can’t do this alone."
Su Yunyan curiously asked, "Which point?"
Gu Yi curled his lips angrily, "I'm afraid of the sea."
"Ah? Don't you know how to water? Why are you afraid of the sea?"
"Can the sea and water be the same?"
Gu Yi said: "Once the sea is difficult to be water, you know that sea and water are not the same. Our Gu family guys are all familiar with water, but ordinary rivers and lakes, how can there be waves as deep and as high as the sea? You call me It’s okay to go and stand on the boat, and tell me to fight on the boat. I’m afraid I’m not as good as an ordinary soldier who knows the sea."
Su Yunyan threw the candied haws away, "This is over, isn't Bei Li going to be Sang Yi country this time..."
"Bah, baah, don't talk nonsense! Big Brother and Yufu will definitely be able to do something, don't worry."
"Yes, when is it our turn to worry about family affairs?"
Su Yunyan laughed, "Except for Yufu, we are the youngest in the family. If something happens, it is not our turn to figure out a solution, so I will be responsible for watching you and letting you say a few words and annoy your father and brother. Guys, this is my greatest contribution!"
Gu Yi looked like he wanted to answer but didn't dare, "What about me? You look at me, what am I doing?"
"Just shut up and mention something!"
Su Yunyan looked at the jewelry not far away, "Let’s pick some jewelry for the second wife. After giving birth to Yuanzhang, she devoted herself to taking care of the children, and she had no time to dress herself. The second brother was worried about Chaozhong’s affairs again recently. , I can’t take care of my second wife if I want to. Let’s pick some jewelry for her to make her happy and the atmosphere at home is better. What do you think?"
"Should I choose jewelry for my second wife or yourself?"
Gu Yi had seen through her routine a long time ago, and handed what was in her hands to the servant behind her angrily, "Go and see if there is any exquisite one for Yufu. Although there is no shortage of these things in the palace, But I always wonder how I can tell her that we have been silently supporting her behind her back."
Su Yunyan pouted, a little jealous, "Then why don't you go directly into the palace to see her?"
"Aren't you afraid to disturb her? National affairs matter. She must be exhausted now. How can I have time to see us idlers."
makes sense.
Su Yunyan was leaning against the cabinet to look at the exquisite jewelry that the shopkeeper took out, and suddenly heard a horseshoe galloping on the street, it seemed that a new military report had been sent into the palace.
The two looked out subconsciously, only to see the shadow of a horse riding flying past, seeing that the posture was a very urgent military situation.
The two looked at each other and vaguely realized that it was not good.
When I turned around and saw the shopkeeper, he also looked out. He couldn't see it and sighed again, "Hey, I don't know how many people died this time, this evil Sangyi barbarian..."