"Commander Zhou, what do you think is the purpose of the intruders' eastward march?" He has a God's perspective and naturally knows the true purpose of Li Zicheng's eastward expedition, but he wants to know more: can no one see the true meaning at this time?
"Judging from the intruder's statement..."
"The appeal is bullshit," Chang Yu said directly, thinking about Zhou Yuji's words: "The appeal also said that he led a million troops. In fact, Liu Zongmin's vanguard was only 20,000, and the main force of the thieves was only 40,000. The total is only 60,000.
, plus Liu Fangliang’s partial division taking the southern route, the total is only one hundred thousand. Commander Zhou, do you think you will conquer the Ming Dynasty eastward with a hundred thousand troops? Do you believe it?”
Zhou Yuji was startled when he heard this: "Eunuch Chang means..."
"Never mind our family's wishes, let me ask you what you think." Chang Yu looked at him and said calmly.
Zhou Yuji fell into deep thought and sighed for a while: "The general is stupid, but judging from the second message sent by the bandit army after crossing the river, the words are arrogant, and the meaning is clear..."
"So you still think that the purpose of the bandit army is to attack the capital and destroy the Ming Dynasty?" Chang Yu smiled bitterly, but he could understand it. After all, he stood from God's perspective and had an insight into the true meaning of the bandit. However, at this time, everyone in the court, both civil servants and generals, thought that the bandit
The thieves wanted to enter the capital, so the strategic layout was wrong, and there were always traitors offering sacrifices to the city wherever they went, so Li Zicheng had to bite the bullet and enter the capital. In fact, he didn't want to go at all.
This can be proven after conquering Taiyuan.
After the city of Taiyuan was defeated, Li Zicheng continued north to capture Xinzhou and arrived at the foot of Daizhou City, where Zhou Yuji was guarding the city. At this time, the rebels only needed to capture Daizhou and then go straight to the east via Pingxing Pass, Guangchang, and out of the Taihang Mountains to Zijing.
Pass, cross the Juma River to reach Fangshan, and then follow Yima Pingchuan to the capital. The route is the shortest and has the least troops.
However, when Zhou Yuji broke into a bandit in Daizhou and abandoned the city, he retreated to Ningwu Pass to make way for him to enter the capital. The guy didn't even leave. Instead, he chased Zhou Yuji and fought with him at Ningwu Pass!
Why is this?
I'm afraid that when Zhou Yuji finally died in the battle, he didn't know why Li Zicheng insisted on pursuing him and fighting with him. In fact, he was just looking for an excuse not to go to Beijing, so he said to his subordinates: Look at Ningwuguan and Zhou Yuji, I have lost troops and generals, so
It's difficult to fight. There are heavy defenses like Xuanda and others in front of us. How can we deal with it?
In fact, he was already preparing to go back at this time. After all, he had grabbed enough food and wages and surrendered many troops, which made him very burdened. But unexpectedly, at this time, a nasty little butterfly Jiang Yu flapped its wings and surrendered.
The book opened the gates of Datong, and the butterfly effect occurred, changing the situation. The intruder had no choice but to stiffen his neck and enter the capital, sitting on the dragon's throne that he had never dreamed of sitting on.
"Zhou Zongbing, you are not stupid, but you are the wrong one. Why do you insist on remembering the rebel army's slogan? The slogans are all boastful. Our family also said that this time we brought heavenly soldiers and heavenly future." Chang Yu reminded Zhou Yuji again.
Zhou Yuji narrowed his eyes and then was startled: "That's right! The thief's original intention was not to enter the capital! He just wanted to rob!"
Chang Yu shook his head: "This is not the main reason, it is just incidental. You are thinking about it."
Zhou Yuji reacted very quickly this time. In just a few breaths, he suddenly jumped up and hit his head heavily on the roof of the car. However, he didn't take it seriously. He saw Chang Yu breathing a little quickly: "Surround Wei to save Zhao, bluffing to advance before retreating."
Chang Yu stroked his palm: "General Zhou is indeed very witty! Yes, it is a little wrong to encircle Wei and rescue Zhao, but retreat is the fundamental thing. The traitor just went against the will of heaven and falsely claimed to found the country. His heart was empty, so he took this dangerous step.
Chess, using war as a retreat, not only expands the territory, but also expands the momentum, and importantly, it can also plunder and size up materials and people."
"That's it, that's it." Zhou Yuji looked at Chang Yu as if he was a different person at this time: "Eunuch Chang is so smart, and he can reveal the thief's plan with just one sentence..."
"Mr. Zhou won the award. We are really stupid. Who knows the key? This matter was said by the Holy Spirit himself. We just want to listen to you." Naturally, Chang Yu would not take the credit and handed it over as soon as he changed hands.
Give it to Chongzhen.
"Your Majesty, your Majesty," Zhou Yuji immediately changed his tone and believed it in his heart. After all, this is something that most people would never think of.
"Although the Emperor is able to strategize, he still needs the support of good generals to be able to work together. Mr. Zhou, whether Taiyuan City can be defended depends on you!" Chang Yu said this with sincerity!
"The last general will swear allegiance to the death." Zhou Yuji clasped his fist heavily at Chang Yu.
Chang Yu nodded: "But sometimes fighting to the death may not be enough to defend the city. The emperor sent our family out of the capital to help you, but don't worry, Mr. Zhou, our family will never hinder you in the slightest. You make good use of your troops and are fully responsible for commanding.
Our family will provide you with logistics and ensure the supply of food and salary. I hope that you and I can work together to eliminate the thieves." He said and extended his palm.
Zhou Yuji was a little confused, but more excited. He stared at Chang Yu for a while and then slowly stretched out his hand. The two high-fived: Let's destroy the thieves now, let's work together!
Chang Yu had a heart-to-heart relationship, and Zhou Yuji also had a heart-to-heart relationship. The two had endless topics to talk about in the car. For a time, they became like old friends for many years. From Eunuch Chang to General Zhou, they soon became brothers, even though they were more than twenty years apart.
Years old, Zhou Yuji is now forty-four years old!
Wen Youwei Jingyuan Shi Kefa, Wu Youzhou met Ji Huang and gained merit. If the four of them are gathered together, they can summon the dragon. Even in the quagmire state of the Ming Dynasty, whether he is assisting Chongzhen or Zhu Cixiang, Chang Yu also has the confidence to give it a try. He
I was a little anxious to see the other two people.
The two of them got along very happily. As Chang Yu said before, they were no longer lonely along the way. They would whisper in the car, or get off the horse and mount a horse to shoot. Zhou Yuji was very brave, not only with superb riding skills, but also with excellent archery skills. He couldn't defeat Chang Yu.
Requesting, bows and arrows, splitting wood and breaking stones, the people watching were dumbfounded, even some masters of Tengxiang Guard who were good at riding and shooting secretly sighed that they were not as good as him.
"Brother Zhou, how about teaching me archery when you have time?" Chang Yu felt itchy. His ultimate dream is to become a brave general.
Zhou Yuji glanced at him and couldn't help but laugh: "You have a weak physique and are not suitable for using a strong bow. You have a good crossbow, and you can play it well." The implication was that he looked down on Chang Yu.
Chang Yu laughed loudly: "Brother Zhou underestimated me. Although we are not as strong as you, we still have some strength. We can shoot two stone bows. Moreover, we are not as good as you in terms of riding and shooting, but in terms of boxing and kicking skills, we are not as good as you."
,Brother Zhou, even though you are tall and tall, we are not ashamed to say that it won’t take much effort to hit you two or three times!”
Cough cough cough! Zhou Yuji almost choked immediately. Although he had known Chang Yu for less than half a day, he knew that he was sincere and not a braggart. But he wouldn't believe this even to death, if it weren't for Chang Yu's status.
, he really wanted to say, have you ever seen a fist as big as a casserole? I can kill you with one punch!
Chang Yu could tell by looking at his expression that he was unconvinced, but this was not the time for a competition, and he had made a move not long after they had just met. Although he was not afraid of hurting his friendship, it would always make the other person lose face in front of many people, so
He just laughed and said, "Brother Zhou doesn't seem to believe it. Let's try it when we get a chance in Taiyuan!"
When he said this, Zhou Yuji was somewhat convinced, and looked at Chunxiang and others with a questioning look.
Chunxiang nodded slightly, Jiang Quan smiled, and Qin Xing and Zheng Xingguo said directly: The factory director is the best in the capital!
After saying this, Zhou Yuji didn't believe it again, so he blew it. He felt funny in his heart, but he couldn't say anything at this time. He just said to Chang Yu: "We will wait and see, Eunuch Chang will be brave." This can be regarded as hardening Chang Yu.
challenge.
The topic was put aside, and the two continued riding. Zhou Yuji also took out an ordinary bow and arrow and showed Chang Yu the techniques.
Chang Yu was clever and learned quickly. He also knew that Zhou Yuji had made meritorious service as a pawn and had been promoted from a young soldier. He had gone through hundreds of battles and had rich experience in actual combat, so he asked for advice on battlefield fighting skills.
Zhou Yuji's answer was very simple. On the battlefield, all kinds of martial arts are almost useless, only strong strength, bravery and ruthlessness are enough!
Chang Yu deeply agreed. This is the reason why when a martial artist competes with a veteran on the battlefield, the veteran usually loses, but in a fight with his life, the winner is the veteran.
As a general, he has some skills in martial arts, but it is by no means a small and delicate skill like Jianghu. It is all about open and close, or even simple to the extreme, chopping, slashing, picking, teasing, and stabbing!
Zhou Yuji didn't know why a eunuch was interested in these things, but whenever Chang Yu asked, he would answer. He talked tirelessly and demonstrated at the same time, and Chang Yu also studied hard.
Sure enough, he was not lonely because he had company, or maybe it was a psychological effect. Chang Yu felt extremely relaxed and fast along the way. Unknowingly, he passed Nao County (today's Yuanping City) and continued southward without having time to rest.