"Huh?" Emperor Chongzhen was a little confused and snorted.
When Zhou Yuji heard this, he quickly explained: "Your Majesty, this is what happened."
With that said, he briefly explained to Emperor Chongzhen what they were discussing.
The main reason is that considering the critical situation of the current war, it is best to form combat effectiveness immediately after the expansion of the Yongwei Battalion. The source of troops has become the key.
If this matter were not a problem in the early years of Chongzhen, you could go to various guard posts to mobilize elites and form combat effectiveness quickly.
But in the fifteenth year of Chongzhen, especially after the Battle of Songjin, all the capable troops had been wiped out, and there really weren't many elites left.
Zhou Yuji's opinion is that instead of choosing the better old fried dough sticks among the remaining health clinics, it is better to directly choose Liangjiazi.
But the key problem is that it would take an ordinary good man a year and a half to train his combat effectiveness. But they also know that they simply don’t have that much time to train new recruits!
After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen frowned. This is indeed a problem!
Of course what he wants is a strong army, an elite division that can fight, but he really doesn't have that much time.
If nothing else, Liu Weichao once told him that there would be a war in the Central Plains soon, Li Zicheng would win, and the army would be completely defeated.
In addition, Jianlu will invade the pass again in the second half of the year and plunder places.
For all these reasons, he needs a strong army to deal with these crises.
Thinking of these imminent things, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but sigh in his heart, how difficult it is!
With no other choice, he had no choice but to tell Zhou Yuji: "First try to select as many people as you can from the various guards in the capital. If there are any shortages, we can replenish the good ones!"
"The general obeys the order!" After hearing this, Zhou Yuji immediately clasped his fists and accepted the order, "The general will go and select in person, and we will definitely be able to complete the army expansion as quickly as possible."
Emperor Chongzhen listened and nodded, but his mood did not relax at all.
Because he thought that Zhou Yuji was the first Yongwei battalion to return to Beijing, so he should be able to select qualified soldiers.
However, after Sun Yingyuan and Huang Degong returned with their troops, they would definitely not be able to recruit more troops based on Zhou Yuji's selection. What should they do?
I’m really worried!
Unable to think of a good way, Emperor Chongzhen gave it up for the time being and immediately said to Zhou Yuji: "I have brought all your military pay for this month. Let's summon the soldiers and distribute them!"
Zhou Yuji was stunned when he heard this, because it was not actually the day to pay military pay yet, but Emperor Chongzhen was about to pay military pay. This was really rich!
You know, although there is no pay arrears here at Yongwei Camp, it is indeed not uncommon for military pay to be delayed. It is relatively rare to pay military pay on time.
With this in mind, Zhou Yuji immediately summoned the entire army, told the news, and began to distribute military pay in front of the emperor.
The soldiers of the Yongwei camp not only saw the emperor here, but also received this month's military pay in advance. Naturally, they were all very excited.
Naturally, they all held their heads high and showed the military posture that an elite should have. Emperor Chongzhen looked at them and nodded slightly from time to time, feeling somewhat pleased in his heart.
After the military pay was distributed, Emperor Chongzhen said: "You fought for the country and risked your lives. You are all role models of loyalty to the emperor and serving the country. I am very pleased!"
No one thought that he would say such words!
This was an affirmation of the soldiers of the Brave Guard Battalion, and the evaluation was very high. It immediately made their blood boil, and they felt that it was worth it even if they died in battle immediately!
However, what they never expected was that Emperor Chongzhen actually went on to say: "If you have any difficulties or problems, you can tell me now. If I can solve it for you, I will solve it for you on the spot! You cannot let it be done."
You are killing the enemy on the front line, but you still have worries about the future!"
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was shocked!
When did the emperor care about them so much? Is this still the emperor they knew?
Naturally, they didn't know that after listening to what Liu Weichao said, Emperor Chongzhen tried it for the first time among the glass factory craftsmen, and received good results.
But now, he has to rely heavily on the army, so naturally, he also wants to use the experience tested at the glass factory in the Yongwei Battalion to gain military morale.
At this time, Emperor Chongzhen saw the reaction of the soldiers below and knew something in his mind. Because he had seen this scene at the glass factory.
As a result, he guided his soldiers skillfully and even called them by name at the end. He really solved some problems raised by the soldiers on the spot.
Of course, no one dared to raise excessive demands in front of the emperor.
In the end, what surprised Emperor Chongzhen was that there were actually soldiers who made requests, saying that they wanted to join the Brave Guard Battalion as brothers.
Generally speaking, only one member of each military household will serve in the military. Only if the member of the military family dies or escapes, will other brothers in the family take over.
Many people are reluctant to serve as soldiers and will run away if they can. Even among the bandits, there are many who were originally military households and fled there.
At this time, there are actually many people who want their brothers to join the army. This situation is very rare nowadays.
But looking back, the thoughts of these people are actually quite understandable.
There is no other reason than that the treatment at Yongwei Camp is good enough!
No, you don’t have to worry about military pay, you can still see the emperor, and the emperor can even help you solve family problems. How can you find such a great good thing elsewhere?
Hearing these requests from them, Emperor Chongzhen felt much better. It was obvious that he was sincerely supported by the officers and soldiers in the army!
Yes, yes, Liu Weichao’s method is indeed good!
With this in mind, Emperor Chongzhen ordered Zhou Yuji to write down the requirements of these officers and men, and then conduct assessments later. Anyone who met the conditions would be called into the army.
Before you know it, another day has passed.
Emperor Chongzhen went back in a good mood.
However, as soon as he returned, Wang Chengen, the commander-in-chief of the West Factory, came to him and reported to him the investigation status of Chen Xinjia.
"Well, so soon?" Emperor Chongzhen asked a little doubtfully, "Is there a result?"
It was only the past day. The short time was really beyond his expectation.
When Wang Chengen heard this, he quickly reported back: "Long live my Lord, these things in the slave memorial are all public. If there are any hidden things in private, it will take some time."
When Emperor Chongzhen heard this, he thought about it. Chen Xinjia wanted to accept a bribe, so he had no choice but to hide this matter from him. If he could hide it from everyone, who knows if he could bribe him!
In both civil and military circles, bribes are given and accepted openly, so who would have any scruples!