"Fan'er, so you did it on purpose this time, but what if the person you sent is a mediocre person?"
Emperor Chongzhen asked rhetorically.
"Father, let's put it this way, do you think that a person who can remain anonymous and live up to his brilliance and frugality will be a mediocre person?"
"This trip to Heshuote is a very dangerous mission. I deliberately didn't name anyone to let go. Those who are truly mediocre will naturally avoid it."
"On the contrary, some talents need a chance to stand out and will desperately seize this opportunity to show their abilities!"
Lin Fan said in a deep voice.
kindness!
After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen's eyes couldn't help but shine. What Lin Fan said was absolutely right, because real talents would indeed rush to such a place to make contributions.
On the other hand, those mediocre people fear that they will be in danger or make a big mistake, so they dare not perform such tasks.
"Besides, what happens even if it fails?
Our Ming Dynasty has a strong army at this time and can withstand such a defeat!"
"As the saying goes, if our people continue to enjoy victory without experiencing the blow of failure, it will make them arrogant over time!"
Lin Fan said again.
After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but nodded. There are countless such examples in history.
Those soldiers who often win great battles and never lose are indeed brave and fearless when fighting, but once they encounter the enemy's desperate resistance, they will be unable to attack for a long time.
On the other hand, those soldiers who are often defeated in battle will show an astonishing will to survive when they experience difficulties and dangers, even in narrow escape situations.
"Fan'er, what you said makes sense!"
Emperor Chongzhen said in a deep voice.
"Father, I have another suggestion."
Lin Fan said.
"Well, what's your suggestion?"
Emperor Chongzhen asked.
"My minister's suggestion is that our Ming Dynasty should conduct military exercises every once in a while, and we should also form a special army."
Lin Fan suggested.
"Special army?
Haha! How special is it?"
Emperor Chongzhen asked with a smile.
"This army was not born to protect the Ming Dynasty. Of course! If the Ming Dynasty really needs it, they will still go into battle."
"The number of them does not need to be large, but they must be the most elite. Every time a military exercise is held, they are the enemy. The soldiers of our Ming Dynasty who participate in the battle must fight with them!"
"Of course, I will prepare special weapons for these soldiers, and I will also prepare water bags in their armors. Once the water bags rupture, they are considered dead and must withdraw from the battlefield!"
"Military exercises can be held in different places, including grasslands and mountains. The enemy defends and we attack. In this way, we can ensure that our soldiers of the Ming Dynasty have extraordinary combat effectiveness in peacetime!"
"At the same time, in order to ensure the safety of the soldiers during military exercises, a large number of troops must be sent to protect the surroundings. In this way, these people's combat capabilities can also be exercised!"
Lin Fan said.
kindness!
When Emperor Chongzhen heard Lin Fan's proposal, he was immediately stunned. How come no one had thought of such a perfect proposal before?
No one will think of this until a war breaks out. By then, everything will be too late!
For example, during the reign of his brother, Emperor Tianqi, even a small Jiannu could not deal with him. This was not because Jiannu was very powerful, but because the Ming Dynasty's army was already very weak in combat effectiveness during this period.
Moreover, during the Jiajing Emperor's period, hundreds of warriors from the Wo Kingdom were able to fight all the way to the capital. This shows how quickly the combat effectiveness of the army's soldiers declined in peacetime.
It's okay now, because after experiencing the troubles of slave-building and banditry, almost all the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty were killed in battles, and their combat effectiveness has been restored a lot.
However, this situation cannot last for long. Almost all the surrounding enemy countries have been wiped out. It will not be long before the Ming Dynasty will usher in a period of peaceful development.
Therefore, what Emperor Chongzhen has always said is that Lin Fan can extend the life of the Ming Dynasty for a hundred years, but after a hundred years, I don't know what the Ming Dynasty will experience.
However, if this proposal is done well, not only can it ensure the combat effectiveness of all the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty, but it can at least preserve the combat effectiveness of a small number of elites.
"Fan'er! This proposal of yours is really great. My father not only supports it, but also supports it with both hands!"
Emperor Chongzhen said.
"Thank you, Father. Since you support this proposal, I will have it done as soon as possible!"
Lin Fan said.
"Fan'er, the proposal you just made requires the use of special equipment and people to protect it. Does it cost a lot of money every time?"
Emperor Chongzhen suddenly thought of a question and asked.
Lin Fan thought to himself, after all, this Emperor Chongzhen is just like an ancient man. He only thinks about spending money when doing something.
"Haha! Father, this money is not used normally. If we wait until the Ming Dynasty encounters a powerful enemy to use it, it will be too late!"
Lin Fan said with a smile.
"Fan'er, you're right, it's better to spend this money early!"
Emperor Chongzhen said in a deep voice.
"Father, if you spend this money early, there will be many benefits!"
"When we hold military exercises, we can let the people watch from a distance. Generally speaking, a military exercise will last for several days or more than ten days!"
"Sometimes, it takes a month or two. After all, the war can only end when the two opposing sides decide the winner. During this period, the people can see the bravery of our soldiers and increase their trust in the court."
"When the people trust the court, the Ming Dynasty will be more peaceful and stable. Father, what do you think?"
Lin Fan said in a deep voice.
this……
Emperor Chongzhen was speechless. He did not expect that regular military exercises would have so many benefits.
"Fan'er, how did you come up with the idea of military exercises?"
Emperor Chongzhen looked at Lin Fan curiously.
Lin Fan wanted to say that this was plagiarized according to the methods of later generations, but Emperor Chongzhen would definitely not believe it in this place, and he couldn't understand it either.
"Back to my father, this is an idea that I have thought of a long time ago. Although the cost will be very high, it can guarantee the combat effectiveness of my soldiers of the Ming Dynasty. Everything is worth it!"
Lin Fan said.
"Well, what Fan'er said makes sense. Do you need to do anything for your father during the military exercise?"
Emperor Chongzhen asked.
"Back to my father, this is our first military exercise. I want to do something special, that is, you pretend to be captured by the enemy, and our army goes to rescue you!"
Lin Fan said.
A military exercise can't just be about two parties fighting and killing each other, it's better to have some drama.
"Haha! This is a good idea. I have never been a hostage before! Moreover, this first military exercise can also let the soldiers know how to save the savior in such a situation!"