The process of countering the rebellion has actually been detailed in the joint memorial of Zhang Yanling and Yang Yiqing. Most of the court officials already knew the general process, so they did not find it novel.
However, it is another thing to listen to the memorials personally narrated by the parties involved. Moreover, the memorials are only general situations and lack detailed descriptions, so there is no sense of immersion.
This time Zhang Yanling narrated it, which was obviously more exciting and amazing.
He smuggled across the Yellow River, detoured through the Gobi Desert, crossed the Helan Mountains, and sneaked into Ningxia City, evading arrest and contacting Qiu Yueli and cooperating with foreign forces to capture Ningxia City, besieged Zhu Zhixiu in the Anhua Palace, and finally Zhu Zhixiu burned himself to death out of fear of his crime.
From the time when Yang Yiqing led his troops across the river to the time when the rebels were defeated and wanted to flee, and when Zhang Yin led his cavalry to pursue and defeat the rebels, Zhang Yanling explained everything in detail about the series of planning and implementation processes.
Zhang Yanling is already very eloquent, and he is a person who has experienced it. In fact, many things do not need to be exaggerated. Just narrating them is enough to make people immersed in the situation and feel the difficulties and dangers involved. What's more, Zhang Yanling will occasionally add some gimmicks , creating some suspense such as succession and transition, and after narrating it, the ministers in the palace felt their scalps numb and were intoxicated.
Even people who are hostile and dissatisfied with Zhang Yanling have to admit that this counter-insurgency operation was extremely sophisticated, unexpected, bold and deadly. They have to admit that Zhang Yanling is indeed brave and strategic, and he dares to think and do it.
After Zhang Yanling finished narrating the process of suppressing the rebellion, the officials in the palace gasped and looked at Zhang Yanling with approval and admiration in their eyes.
Zhu Houzhao's blood was boiling when he heard this, and he was greatly impressed. The only regret he felt was that he could not personally participate in the counter-rebellion. It would be even more perfect if he participated in it.
"Bah bang bang." Zhu Houzhao clapped his hands involuntarily.
The emperor applauded, and the whole hall burst into applause.
"Your Majesty, the Marquis of Jianchang was brave and resourceful in quelling the rebellion this time, and his actions were decisive and thorough. The ingenuity of the plan is admirable. Even though I am old, my blood boiled when I heard about it. In order to quell the rebellion, Marquis Jianchang ignored his own safety and went deep into the tiger's den. , this bravery makes the old ministers admire me. If our generals in Ming Dynasty have the brave strategy of Jianchang Hou, and the bravery of Zhenwei camp officers, then who can I fear in Ming Dynasty? Is it not that I will be invincible in the world? "
Li Dongyang came out of the queue and said loudly. The ministers nodded and there was a chorus of praise.
"What's even more rare is that the Marquis of Jianchang can take on big responsibilities at such a young age. It is really a blessing for our Ming Dynasty to have young talents like Marquis Jianchang. The waves behind the river push the waves ahead, and the emergence of talents like Zhang Yanling in our Ming Dynasty is really a blessing to us. It is a sign of the resurgence of the Ming Dynasty and a blessing to the country." Li Dongyang continued.
Zhang Yanling felt that something was wrong. Li Dongyang praised him a little too much. Maybe he really wanted to praise himself, but when he talked about the signs of ZTE and the blessings of the country, it was too much. It was suspected of flattering himself.
"My lords, I am unworthy of Yanling's false compliments. There are a few things about Yanling that must be clarified to avoid misunderstandings and misunderstandings among your lords. Please give me your permission," Zhang Yanling said loudly.
Zhu Houzhao nodded and said: "Yes."
Zhang Yanling bowed and said: "Thank you, Your Majesty. The first thing is the combat strategy for this counter-insurgency. In fact, it was given by the Emperor. I just followed the Emperor's orders and made slight adjustments according to the battlefield situation. The planning is exquisite. , that’s because the Emperor has planned all the plans and strategies. Without the Emperor’s guidance, how could it have been so smooth? I must clarify this point. Your Majesty, although you want me not to make this matter public, I feel that it is better to let all your lords know about it. It's good for the emperor to keep a low profile, but I can't be greedy for God's merit."
"Ah?" The hall was in an uproar.
Everyone, including Zhu Houzhao himself, had a look of astonishment. Zhu Houzhao almost asked when he would receive the meeting. But Zhu Houzhao immediately understood that this was Zhang Yanling's intention to attribute the credit to himself. He wanted to improve his image in front of his ministers. Even taller to offset the embarrassment caused by Zhu Zhixiu's rebellion.
"Hahaha, Marquis of Jianchang, why are you doing this? I just gave you a little advice. The battle depends on you, Yang Yiqing, and the generals. The credit for suppressing the rebellion is still yours. I can't follow You take the credit."
Zhu Houzhao laughed and danced. Seeing the shocked expressions on the ministers' faces, Zhu Houzhao found it very funny. While his vanity was satisfied, he felt like he was playing tricks on the ministers with Zhang Yanling.
Zhang Yanling secretly laughed in her heart. Although there was no prior communication, Zhang Yanling knew that Zhu Houzhao would definitely be happy with the high hat he gave him. After all, this was a minister who captured an enemy chief, and he had to let him go and let him catch him again, so as to show off. The emperor himself is wise, spiritual, martial and virtuous.
Zhang Yanling said with a smile: "Your Majesty is very upright, but I still want to make it clear. In order to prevent you all from knowing the inside story. Your Majesty allowed me to lead the cavalry from the Beijing camp for the purpose of planning this raid. Without the cavalry, this raid cannot be carried out." . This is also the second thing I want to explain to you all, which is the matter of mobilizing the cavalry from the Beijing camp to counter the rebellion. I also know that it is against the rules to mobilize the Beijing camp to counter the rebellion. Some people in the court have complained about it, so I would like to clarify it here. ."
A group of ministers suddenly realized that there was actually some criticism about Zhang Yanling's expedition to lead three thousand regiments of cavalry, and it aroused dissatisfaction among some people.
After the success of the counter-insurgency, Xu Jin, Minister of the Ministry of War, reported that the regiment camp was the army and horses of the capital, and its duty was to protect the capital and not to be tampered with. Local counter-insurgency and border towns to defend the enemy had their own local guards. Mobilize the capital camp to counter-insurgency. It's against the rules and sets a bad precedent.
Xu Jin did this because the emperor had given Zhang Yanling too much praise when he convened the important officials to discuss his merits a few days ago. This reason could lower the credit, offset some of the praise for Zhang Yanling's military exploits, and prevent Zhang Yanling from successfully countering the rebellion. He would get more benefits from it. This was obviously what Liu Jin hinted him to do.
Zhang Yong secretly revealed this news to Zhang Yanling after he went to Ningxia Town to convey the decree. Zhang Yanling naturally had to deal with it. He couldn't let these guys do trouble behind his back and ruin his good deeds.
Speaking of which, it is indeed against the rules to lead the Beijing camp on an expedition, but if it is to realize the emperor's planning intention, there is nothing against the rules. Therefore, the emperor must take the blame for this.
How to make the emperor willing to take the blame, of course, is to first give him a high-level hat of wise, powerful and exhaustive strategy.
"Your Majesty, it turns out that all this is the arrangement of the Emperor. His Majesty is wise and powerful, and he has made great plans to win the battle thousands of miles away. I am so impressed that all the ministers are so impressed."
"Your Majesty, with his foresight, decided on a surprise attack and arranged for the cavalry to leave the capital. It turned out that he had such profound intentions. I am so stupid that I don't know the reason. I am really ashamed."
"I said that although Marquis Jianchang is brave, he is so courageous. But it turned out to be the emperor's plan, so it makes sense. The emperor is wise."
A group of courtiers began to brag about the magic conch. The opportunity to flatter him was delivered to the door. How could he miss it?
Zhu Houzhao laughed, stretched out his hand to touch his non-existent beard, and felt extremely satisfied. In a daze, he thought that he had indeed taught Zhang Yanling the secret. Maybe he really said something to Zhang Yanling before setting off for the expedition.
It's just that I can't remember it now. Maybe Zhang Yanling was telling the truth. Otherwise, why did I agree with him to lead the Beijing cavalry on the expedition?
He had forgotten that before the expedition, he did ask Zhang Yanling how to counter the rebellion. Zhang Yanling only gave him a four-word answer: adapt to circumstances. At that time, he was still a little disappointed and felt that Zhang Yanling was perfunctory. He did not come up with any good strategies.
However, Cao Xiong was defeated at that time, and he could not wait for someone to quell the rebellion, so he agreed to Zhang Yanling's request to select the Zhenwei Battalion cavalry to go out.
Li Dongyang and Yang Tinghe looked at each other, and both of them sighed secretly.
Li Dongyang's heart was like a mirror. Of course he knew that what Zhang Yanling said was all lies. If the emperor had given him the opportunity, how could Yang Yiqing not know about it? Yang Yiqing had already reported everything to him, including Zhang Yanling sharing the credit for the surprise attack plan.
Give half to Yang Yi
Qing, in order to cover up Yang Yiqing's guilt for failing to cross the river. If Zhang Yanling had the emperor's instructions, how could he not use this matter to force Yang Yiqing to submit when Yang Yiqing deliberately excluded him? Instead, he chose to go deep alone with greater risks? It was obviously Zhang Yanling
Bullshit in public.
Li Dongyang's praise of Zhang Yanling just now was indeed intentional. It was a small strategy decided after private discussions between him and Yang Tinghe.
In this counter-insurgency operation, they originally hoped that the Outer Court would take the lead in reversing the decline of the Outer Court, so Yang Yiqing would exclude Zhang Yanling at the beginning to achieve the goal of the Outer Court's counter-insurgency. However, the progress of the matter was unexpected.
Quite unexpected.
At this point, we can only adapt to circumstances. After discussion, Li Dongyang and Yang Tinghe decided to take advantage of the situation and vigorously counterattack. Since Zhang Yanling had made great achievements, they simply elevated him higher and praised him vigorously. By pushing Zhang Yanling higher, he became the target of public criticism.
If it can cause the emperor's displeasure, Liu Jin will definitely seize the opportunity to make a big fuss.
As long as it causes a direct confrontation between the nobles and the inner court, that is the most favorable situation. Zhang Yanling has made great achievements and the nobles are proud and proud. It is the time for them to swell. At this time, Liu Jin will not be allowed to cause trouble. It is very likely to trigger a confrontation. The outer court
Taking advantage of the situation is actually the best strategy.
However, Li Dongyang never expected that Zhang Yanling would come to such a place. He didn't know whether he felt something or did it unintentionally. In short, whether it was intentional or unintentional, Zhang Yanling's methods today were admirable.
Not to mention the face-to-face advice attributed to the emperor, this is an extremely clever strategy to flatter people, which is ten thousand times more clever than bragging and flattering in person. The key is that a person is willing to give up his huge vanity and use the praise of others for himself.
What a clear mind it is to abandon everything.
The key is that Zhang Yanling knows that he actually gets a lot of benefits. What he loses is vanity, and what he gains is the emperor's favor. He fully understands what is the key point. The emperor's trust and favor are what he wants, and the rest
Those praises, reputations, looks of admiration, and all the praise and praise given to him by others are all worthless.
It is extremely scary for a young man in his early twenties to be able to be so calm, sober, and realistic.
Li Dongyang was a little frustrated. What he was frustrated about was not that his plan failed before it even started. What he was frustrated about was that the emergence of people like Zhang Yanling was beyond his control with his wisdom and ability. This may not be a bad thing for the court, but to the outside world