Chen Youliang had over a thousand ships and hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses under his command. In a fire, the stars disappeared... Except for one captured by Xu Da, almost all the ships were spared, and most of the sailors on board were killed or injured.
The Great Wall, which was covered like a mountain the day before and dominating the sea, has completely disappeared today, with only the roar of the river and rocks like knives.
In the Zhu Jiajun camp, even the cooking soldiers who were in charge of food were carrying kitchen knives and going to grab the battle glory. Zhu Yuanzhang was left with only the men from the Guards Department, some civil servants, and Zhang Ximeng.
"Sir, come take a boat with us and go to the Hukou Camp opposite!"
Zhang Ximeng wanted to persuade him. After all, the war was still going on. If something unexpected happened, it would not be a trivial matter. But Zhang Ximeng knew very well that Zhu Yuanzhang was not something he could persuade at this moment, so he nodded in agreement.
Zhang Ximeng originally wanted to find a strong warship and bring some warriors to escort him across the river, but Zhu Yuanzhang actually ordered the largest building ship.
"Just sit here!"
Zhang Ximeng was stunned. This was the boat captured by Xu Da. It was not of good quality. It was also damaged and leaking. Isn't something going to happen?
"Lord, don't take risks!" Zhang Ximeng said in a deep voice.
Zhu Yuanzhang was very stubborn. He shook his head and said: "Such a big ship, no matter how many faults it has, will not sink into the river all at once. It is enough to carry us across the river."
After a pause, Lao Zhu smiled and said: "Sir, would you like it, sir, for the two of us to have a good chat, open our hearts, and talk about important things on this boat?"
Zhang Ximeng was a little stunned. He wanted to agree or not, but there was nothing he could do. Zhu Yuanzhang seemed to have a lot of ideas today!
The sailors got on board, raised the sails, and the ship finally moved.
Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhang Ximeng stepped on the gangplank one after the other, and Zhu Yuanzhang walked straight to the top deck with long strides. Zhang Ximeng could only follow behind.
But every time he took a step, he felt his heart skip a beat. Who knows how long such a broken ship could hold on? If it broke apart and he and Zhu Yuanzhang fell into the river, it would be a great deal of fun, and it might even become the laughingstock of the ages.
Unlike Zhang Ximeng who was on tenterhooks, Zhu Yuanzhang took huge, vigorous steps without any hesitation. He reached the top floor, found a chair, and sat down directly.
The flag of Chen Han on the bow of the ship has been removed and replaced by a large red flag.
At this time, Zhang Ximeng also caught up, and Lao Zhu asked him to sit next to him. The ship was sailing, and the river breeze was hunting... Lao Zhu looked up and saw the water and sky were the same color, and the mountains and rivers were infinite. He couldn't help laughing.
"Mr. Zhang, do you know what we are thinking?"
Zhang Ximeng was startled, his face slightly pale, "I don't know, I only know that it's like facing an abyss, like facing a formidable enemy, walking on thin ground in front of an abyss, and trembling with fear!"
Zhu Yuanzhang was a little startled, but he reached out and wiped his forehead. There was a faint layer of sweat on his fingers.
"Sir, we have the same thoughts as you, but we can't tell others. Sitting in this position, a tiger can eat a human and still take a nap. Do you think we can take a nap?"
Zhang Ximeng stared at Zhu Yuanzhang and found that there were beads of sweat on his forehead and the tip of his nose. He thought that Lao Zhu had been tempered into steel, but who would have expected that he also had a weak side.
But it is precisely because of this that he looks like a living person, not the Hongwu Emperor in the cold history books.
When he thought of this, Zhang Ximeng actually relaxed a lot, with a smile on his face.
"My lord, are you sitting on this boat to feel Chen Youliang's defeat?"
"Yes! That's what it means, but we also want to remind ourselves that although the buildings and ships are large, they were destroyed by hemp dust, the embankments of thousands of miles were collapsed in ant holes. Now we have hundreds of thousands of troops in our hands and rule tens of millions of people.
, and we have just defeated a powerful enemy, it is the time to be full of energy, dominate the world, and sweep the country. But we cannot be happy, and instead feel fearful and trembling in our hearts."
Zhu Yuanzhang stood up, walked slowly for two steps, suddenly pointed to the ship plank under his feet, and whispered: "Sir, we are standing in the same position as Chen Youliang. I am afraid that our people will be like this ship."
, it looks like it has infinite scenery and is high above the ground, but in fact it is leaking from all sides and is vulnerable to a single blow!"
Zhang Ximeng was horrified. He had worked very hard to improve Zhu Yuanzhang's position so that he could see further and understand more. He tried every means to find books so that Zhu Yuanzhang could read more.
Today, Zhang Ximeng is absolutely sure that Zhu Yuanzhang's mind has exceeded his imagination. In other words, he already has the heart of an emperor, and he still wants to develop the heart of a holy king!
The emperor and his ministers looked at each other. Zhu Yuanzhang looked solemn and leaned over and said: "Sir, can you tell us how to be an emperor?"
Zhang Ximeng was stunned for a while, and just as he was about to speak, someone suddenly ran up from below, shouting in a panic, "Come up, it's not good, the bottom of the boat is leaking seriously, please get up and change the boat quickly!"
"No change!"
Lao Zhu roared: "You guys think of a way. We have more important things to talk about with Mr. Zhang. Before we finish talking, even if a knife comes from the sky, don't tell me! At worst, we can take a bath in the river together!"
The subordinates have been made to lose their temper. The superiors have always been easy to talk to, but why are they so arrogant today?
I have no choice but to risk my life.
The sailors used cotton, linen, glue, paint, and everything they could to make up for the leakage. They also tried their best to ensure the stability of the building and the ship. No matter what, they could not let the superiors and Prime Minister Zhang fall into the river, otherwise they would not be able to do anything.
Alive.
"Sir, the situation is urgent. Although it is not a life-or-death situation, there is no room for nonsense. Please tell me, sir, what should we do? How should we be the emperor and how should we govern the world?"
Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes flickered and he stared at Zhang Ximeng.
Facing Lao Zhu, a sense of oppression hit my face.
The broken ship beneath my feet made me anxious.
There is not much joy left in the victory.
On the contrary, I was frightened and trembling.
Zhang Ximeng couldn't help but grit his teeth, what a good Zhu Chongba!
You are a real dog!
In order to force me to speak, is it necessary to go to this step?
"My lord, I don't think too much now."
"You can say as much as you want, we like to hear it." Lao Zhu didn't want to let Zhang Ximeng go at all.
"Then, I can only do it reluctantly." Zhang Ximeng gritted his molars, "I proposed three rises, divided into three thousand years... During the three generations, the land of China was just between the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers. After the unification of Qin and Han
, reaching Lingnan in the south, the sea in the east, the Western Regions in the west, and the desert in the north... This is the ultimate end of the world, and there are also some vassal countries, needless to say."
"If my lord wants to start a new millennium, he must first greatly surpass the previous dynasty in terms of territory and make a huge breakthrough. I thought that the Yuan Dynasty's Western Expedition and the destruction of countless countries gave us a way forward. But we have
We cannot learn from the Yuan Dynasty who only knew about conquest and killing. We must have more clever ways to spread Chinese civilization, expand China's influence, and greatly increase the territory left by our ancestors. Only in this way can we say that it is the third rise of China. Otherwise, we will just inherit the Han Dynasty.
It’s just Tang.”
Zhu Yuanzhang listened silently. In fact, he knew that the Yuan Dynasty had a vast territory very early on. It would be a lie to say that he did not envy it, but he did not have the conditions at that time.
Now Lao Zhu realized that there was a slight possibility, and Zhang Ximeng's words made his heart skip a beat.
"Can you be more specific?"
Zhang Ximeng pondered for a moment, and suddenly there was a slight cracking sound under his body. Zhang Ximeng was startled and could only say quickly: "I just thought of the heroes in the world. Instead of staying in the Central Plains to kill each other, it is better to let them out and start fighting." Expanding the territory. Even the civil and military ministers under the lord can do the same. Send them to the wild lands to pioneer and forge ahead. At that time, the lord ruled the world, and the kings of the eight wildernesses were all Chinese. All tribes in the country read the book of China and pursue the rule of China. It does not have to be the case all over the world. As long as there are several lands as big as the Central Plains that can be turned into the land of China, the lord's merits will be enough to rival the Qin Emperor and revive the country. The great cause is enough to shine for the ages.”
When Lao Zhu heard this, he finally let out a long breath, "Hahaha, we have long felt that there seemed to be too many things to be said about China's third rejuvenation, and today you are finally willing to say something. We haven’t completely defeated Chen Youliang yet, and we only have two provinces in our territory. We really didn’t expect that Mr. Chen could think so far!”
Zhang Ximeng rolled his eyelids and said angrily: "Since my lord knows that his territory is limited and his strength is far from enough, why do you force me to say this?"
Lao Zhu couldn't help but smile slightly, "Sir, you are so smart, why are you pretending to be confused with us? We are overjoyed for such a big victory. The ministers and generals under my command, and those who have made meritorious deeds, how to reward them, must have Let’s come to a conclusion! You asked us to give high-ranking officials generous salaries and grant wives and children... I always feel that Mr. He’s ideas may not be appropriate. We also have some problems in our hearts. So only in this place, through this building boat , I want to ask sir for some advice. Please rest assured, sir, even the princess will not know these words."
Zhang Ximeng snorted secretly, thank you for your understanding, but if you come up with some unconventional ideas, who knows that it has something to do with me.
But judging from what Lao Zhu said, there is a high probability that there will not be any death-free gold medal.
I guess I won't have to face the reminder.
With lofty goals and the world in mind, all civil servants and military officers should not feel that it is time to enjoy themselves, let alone indulge themselves and do whatever they want.
After the great victory, the biggest crisis was finally solved.
Not a loss!
Zhang Ximeng felt relaxed, but suddenly heard a louder breaking sound, and he jumped up in fright.
"Lord, if this broken ship sinks, all our great plans and ambitions will become a fleeting thing. Let's find a way quickly!"
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed loudly, "Sir, what are you afraid of? The ship is so big, we have prepared two small boats at the stern... If it really couldn't hold on, we would have abandoned the ship long ago."
Zhang Ximeng was furious and extremely angry. Sure enough, a man who wants to be an emperor has no good heart at all!
He felt relieved, and the boat finally arrived at the mouth of the lake without any danger.
At this time, after the battle at night, a red sun burst out, and the eastern sky was bright for thousands of miles... Zhang Ximeng took a deep breath, stepped on the springboard, and climbed onto the land on the south bank.
"My lord, please keep this big ship. Put it here as a memorial...it will also serve as a warning to future generations so that they won't make the same mistake again."
Zhu Yuanzhang was moved in his heart and nodded vigorously, "We should really teach our descendants a lesson!"