Zhu Yuanzhang made a plan for a decisive battle... At the same time, he counted his troops. The soldiers he brought from Jinling, plus the old troops of Ding Pulang and Fu Youde, totaled almost 100,000, in addition to 15,000 navy troops.
This is Zhu Yuanzhang's current lineup.
If the army fights decisively, Zhu Yuanzhang can still mobilize 100,000 people to fight. If the time is shortened to one month, an additional 50,000 people can be mobilized.
In other words, Zhu Yuanzhang's limit is 250,000 people.
If this number is exceeded, troops and horses must be deployed to guard against Zhang Shicheng, and soldiers scattered in the area must be concentrated to reduce control over the area.
All in all, the consequences are endless.
There is a very helpless thing here. Because Chen Youliang was unscrupulous and did not care about the life and death of the people under his rule, he was able to quickly gather his army in a short period of time for a desperate fight.
On the contrary, Zhu Yuanzhang, because he always put the people first and cared about cherishing the people's power, was restrained in the matter of exploding troops and could not let go of reckless actions.
And at this critical juncture when two major groups are engaged in a life-and-death contest, the huge confidence that military superiority can bring may even affect the final outcome.
Probably because I believed that I had the advantage, I really won the battle in the end.
Therefore, what Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang discussed was to disperse Chen Youliang's power and strive for strategic advantage.
Whether it is Ming Yuzhen or the Miao soldiers from Wuxi, they all have the same idea, including sending a white hat to disrupt Chen Youliang's rhythm...
Just as they finished their discussion, a secret letter was delivered to Zhang Ximeng, and the person who wrote the letter was none other than Liu Bowen.
Zhang Ximeng briefly read the contents of the letter and couldn't wait to see Zhu Yuanzhang.
"My lord, Ming Yuzhen has indeed activated it."
Lao Zhu was delighted, "How do you say that?"
"He sent troops to blockade Kuimen, cut off contact with Chen Youliang, and worshiped Xu Shouhui as the Emperor Yingtian Qiyun Xianwu Emperor, built temples, and offered sacrifices at four seasons. He called himself the King of Shu and threatened to avenge Xu Shouhui!"
Lao Zhu grabbed the letter, read it carefully, and couldn't help but laugh, "Chen Youliang's troubles are indeed coming. Ming Yuzhen gave him this blow at this time, which is unusual!"
Zhang Ximeng also quite agrees...Ming Yuzhen has strong strength and high prestige. She marched into Bashu and made great achievements in battle.
Even if he only provides all support except help, it is enough to create a strong pressure, after all, he represents a province.
Now that Chen Youliang only had two provinces left, he was no longer so arrogant when facing Zhu Yuanzhang's one province.
"My lord, Master Liu also mentioned that their current military strength has grown to 80,000, which is quite powerful. However, they lack something, and I ask my lord to give it generously."
Lao Zhu originally thought it would be good to have 30,000 to 50,000 people there, but he didn't expect it to grow to 80,000, which is really amazing.
"Tell me, what do you want? Is it weapons, money, or food? We'll find a way for them!" Lao Zhu agreed simply.
However, Zhang Ximeng shook his head slightly and realized that it was none of them.
Liu Bowen wrote a letter, asking for articles about crimes, craftsmen for printing and making paper, and literati who can teach reading and literacy!
"My lord, they have said that you can make your own weapons, you can seize them, you can grow your own food, and you can also steal it from Chen Youliang...Only articles, books and teachers, they can't change them, and they can't steal them. They need it most.
Manpower, go and explain the truth clearly and mobilize the fighting spirit of the Miao people."
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help being surprised. They were thousands of miles apart from each other and were at the forefront of the war. They didn't want weapons or food, but they wanted articles and teachers... It sounds a bit absurd, but when you think about it carefully, it's shocking.
Weapons and food can be solved.
What they need most is a reason to rebel, and a program to change their destiny for thousands of years... From the equal distribution of land, to the rebirth of China, to the sixteen-word precepts and stone teachings... During this period, Zhang Ximeng has greatly
The entire ideological proposition has been improved, becoming more logical and rich in content.
When Tang He and Liu Bowen chose to travel thousands of miles to the Miao tribe, it was with ideals in mind and passion in their hearts that they set out without hesitation.
Especially Liu Bowen, with his weak body, traveled across mountains and rivers, worked tirelessly, regardless of life and death... He just wanted to truly contribute to the restoration of China and make up for the mistakes of serving the Yuan Dynasty for half his life.
The place where they are now is very remote, and there are not many things available from the outside world. Even Zhang Ximeng's latest article is not complete enough.
How could Liu Bowen endure this?
Everything else can be captured through combat, but not this one.
Not only he is looking forward to it, but there are also many Miao teenagers who have started to read and write, and they are also in urgent need of these things... Reading and literacy is to understand the truth, and these articles by Zhang Xiang represent the truth.
Zhu Yuanzhang sighed in his heart, and he had to admit that the help Mr. Zhang gave him was really great. It was precisely because of Zhang Ximeng's existence and this whole set of ideas that he was completely different from Chen Youliang, Zhang Shicheng and others.
Of course, even if you have good ideas but no one is willing to implement them, it won't work.
It can even be said that only ideas that are implemented are meaningful.
From this perspective, Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang complement each other.
I give you an ideal, and you help me realize it.
The cooperation is tacit and seamless.
Zhu Yuanzhang decisively agreed to Liu Bowen's request and prepared to send a group of scholars there.
As the news spread, someone quickly responded proactively.
Gao Qi, Zhang Yu, Xu Bi, these famous talents were all willing to take the initiative to go.
In addition, dozens of wooden boxes were prepared, filled with books and articles.
Moreover, in line with the idea that teaching a man to fish is worse than teaching him to fish, a group of paper-making and printing craftsmen were recruited here, and they also followed them and sent culture to the Miao village.
It is worth mentioning that Gao Qi and others were preparing to set off to preach scriptures and sermons.
Another young man chose a more dangerous thing, which was to go to Jiangzhou, meet Chen Youliang, and give him the white hat.
This young man is tall and looks like a sick tiger.
It was Yao Guangxiao.
"You are indeed a brave young man, but your status is still too low. If you are not afraid of death, are you willing to follow me?"
Yao Guangxiao was greatly surprised because the person who spoke was Zhu Sheng!
This old man was very old and highly respected. Even Zhang Ximeng and Zhu Yuanzhang respected him very much. Why did he go to see Chen Youliang when he had nothing to do?
That guy bit the master twice and couldn't accomplish anything. If he was disadvantageous to the boss, wouldn't it be a big loss?
Zhu Sheng saw Yao Guangxiao's hesitation and couldn't help but laugh: "It's precisely because of my old age that I am of no use. With Prime Minister Zhang assisting me, nothing will go wrong. I just happened to go check on Chen Youliang."
Is this guy worthy of being a high-ranking opponent?"
Yao Guangxiao hesitated again and again, and could only say: "Wansheng doesn't think Mr. Chen Youliang should go to see Chen Youliang, but Wansheng is not afraid."
"That's good!"
Zhu Sheng laughed and said: "If I am not wrong, you will definitely become a pillar of talent in the future, assisting the king, serving as a general and becoming a prime minister, it is no problem!"
Zhu Sheng went to see Zhu Yuanzhang, but he didn't know what he said, and he actually got Lao Zhu's approval. In this way, Zhu Sheng left Tongling with gifts and under the protection of Yao Guangxiao, and took a boat until
Benjiangzhou.
Zhu Sheng met Chen Youliang smoothly.
This is not surprising, after all, Zhu Sheng represents an opponent who is equally matched and equal to Chen Youliang.
In the face of absolute strength, there is no value in playing arrogant.
"Gu ascended the throne as King of Han, King of the Han people... In contrast, Zhu Yuanzhang only dared to call himself King of Wu. Isn't he too timid?" Chen Youliang asked with a smile.
Zhu Sheng smiled calmly and said, "His Royal Highness, you named the country Han, which is indeed a brave move... The people of the Central Plains regard themselves as Han people. For four hundred years, the Han Dynasty has left too many things to future generations. Wei Qing and Huo Qubing, Bei
Attacking the Xiongnu, sweeping across the desert, banishing the wolf to shelter, and slaying the stone Yanran... The martial arts of the two Han Dynasties were so prosperous that the mountains stood tall and their bodies fell to the ground. If a strong man is attacked clearly, he will be killed no matter how far away he is. He is iron-clad and has a loyal heart. This is the atmosphere of the great Han Dynasty.
"
Zhu Sheng looked at Chen Youliang and said with a smile: "The king of Han took this as his nickname. He must have wanted to compete with the two Han Dynasties for supremacy, right?"
Chen Youliang was startled. He decided to name the country Han without thinking so much. This old man is quite good at talking. Chen Youliang suddenly laughed and said: "As expected of Mr. Fenglin, I have heard of your name a long time ago.
Already."
Zhu Sheng smiled calmly and said, "Thank you for the compliment, King Han. I still have some questions. Since His Highness takes the title of Han, can you do anything to restore the Han family?"
Chen Youliang couldn't help but be surprised.
Zhu Sheng continued: "The Han Dynasty has the domineering spirit to be killed no matter how far away it is. Now that the Central Plains has been occupied for a hundred years, the country has been reduced to ruins, and the people are suffering from misery! Your Highness, the King of Han, since he is called the King of the Han people, does he have the heart to save the people?
, the idea of helping the common people?"
Zhu Sheng stared at Chen Youliang with a sharp look, and said calmly: "My King of Wu has proposed the program of expelling the Huru and restoring China. He has also formed an alliance with Liu Futong. When the time is right, he will definitely make an expedition to the north and drive out Ni Yuan. The King of Han thinks that my family
The superior is timid and not as good as the King of Han, so I would like to ask you, how does the King of Han plan to surpass my superior?"
Chen Youliang's face instantly turned ugly. In terms of competition, due to the existence of Zhang Ximeng, all other forces combined could not keep up with Lao Zhu's toes.
Chen Youliang was nicknamed the King of Han, thinking that he could take advantage, but he didn't want Zhu Sheng to get the advantage, so he forced him into an embarrassing place with just a few words.
What have you accomplished?
Chen Youliang was at a loss for words, and Zhang Zhangbi, who was beside him, became anxious and sneered: "It's useless to say that. You can win the battle with beautiful words, so why do you need the sword in your hand? Let Zhu Yuanzhang wash his neck clean, we
Immediately send out troops to destroy Zhu Yuanzhang, and then lead the Northern Expedition to unify the world. This emperor can do what the Mongols can do, so why can't we, the King of Han, do the same?"
Zhu Sheng couldn't help but laugh, he was indeed a common man!
He simply stopped talking nonsense and just asked Yao Guangxiao to bring out the gift he had prepared.
"Here is a white hat. Put it on your head, and the King of Han becomes the Emperor of Han... Your Highness, think about it for yourself. With all your actions now, can you rule the world? Do you deserve the title of King of Han?" Zhu Sheng said with a smile on his face.
A touch of ridicule and contempt for Chen Youliang.