Golden Palace.
The civil and military officials nodded and stood in the court.
Although Xia Yan, the former chief assistant, was loyal and patriotic, he was arrogant and had many disagreements with the ministers in the court.
Xia Yan staggered into prison. Other than the fact that Yan Song was powerful at that time and the courtiers were afraid, the main reason was also because he was unwilling to put himself in danger to plead for him.
After half a year, the prison had gradually worn away the pride in his heart, allowing him to recognize that he was not the only one in this chaotic court.
His good friend Zeng Xi had been imprisoned together with him because of his plea. Other than feeling indebted to him, he was also grateful.
Today, the new emperor ascended the throne and re-used the two of them.
Xia Yan and Zeng Xi felt as if they were in a dream, their hearts filled with mixed feelings.
"I, Xia Yan (Zeng Xi), kowtow to Your Majesty. Long live Your Majesty!”
The two of them knelt down and glanced at the new emperor on the dragon throne from time to time.
They were curious and confused about this legendary Tian Zi.
Although Xia Yan and Zeng Xi had been trapped in the death row, they had more or less heard of the new emperor's deeds.
God Marquis Tiedan, whom the previous emperor had not invited, had pledged his loyalty to the new emperor before he ascended the throne.
The Imperial Jade Seal had been stolen, and the Brocade Guard and the East Chamber had tried their best to find no clues, but the murderer had long been imprisoned by the new Emperor.
During the battle at the top of the Forbidden City, the new Emperor single-handedly wiped out the famous Ye Gucheng.
Even the powerful official Yan Song, whom he had not been able to topple, ended up in the hands of the new emperor with his family's property confiscated, his waist cut, and his three clans exterminated…
And the person who had done this was a teenager who was not even ten years old!
Zhu Zaihou sat on the dragon throne and saw the situation clearly.
Similarly, there was also an introduction of Xia Yan and Zeng Xi's attributes.
Xia Yan.
Official position: Former chief assistant.
[Strength: 40]
[Stamina: 35]
Intelligence: 110
[Military strategy: 109]
Power play: 102.
[Characteristics: Proud, heroic, eloquent.]
Zhu Zaihou frowned. Although Xia Yan had passed the age of 15, he had not yet reached the end of his life. However, his strength and physical attributes were too low.
Thinking about it, it must have been because of the lack of food in the prison and the harsh environment that caused his attributes to drop.
Other than that, Zhu Zaihou was quite satisfied with the other attributes.
Such a minister must be raised well…
With this thought in mind, Zhu Zaihou continued to observe Zeng Xi.
Zeng Xi.
Official position: Former Minister of War, Governor of Shaanxi.
[Strength: 92]
[Stamina: 90]
[Strength: 108]
[Commander: 125]
Power play: 75.
[Special characteristics: Good at firearms, familiar with the art of war, likes strange techniques!]
Zhu Zaihou looked at Zeng Xi's attributes and felt an indescribable fondness for him.
Not only did Zeng Xi have the talent to lead troops and fight, but he was also not interested in politics.
Regardless of the dynasty, this kind of minister was loved by the emperor.
He spent his entire life to serve the court, not for personal gain.
Zhu Zaihou sat on the dragon throne and announced solemnly,"Rise!"
"We thank Your Majesty."
Xia Yan and Zeng Xi stood up one after another and took the opportunity to look at the emperor on the dragon throne.
Although the Son of Heaven had a tender face, he exuded a terrifying emperor's pressure.
With just one glance, Xia Yan and Zeng Xi did not dare to peek at the emperor's face.
Zhu Zaihou said loudly," I heard that the former Governor of Shaanxi, Zeng Xi, once used thousands of troops to resist the enemy and block the gate. He directly attacked the enemy camp, causing Anda to be defeated and forced to sue for peace."”
"Now, the Tartar Anta Khan has led an army of 300,000 into Shaanxi, intending to break through Jiayu Pass and approach the capital.”
"I wonder if you can regain your former glory?”
Hearing this, Zeng Xi was not the most miserable. He was imprisoned and could not serve the court.
What he couldn't bear the most was that the Emperor was doubting his own strength because he had been imprisoned for a period of time even though he had already been vindicated!
Zeng Xi took a step forward and said firmly,""Your Majesty, please order me to lead the army to fight against the Tartars.”
"This subject is willing to issue a military pledge, requesting Your Majesty to send 50,000 elite soldiers to this subject. This subject will make sure that they will never return.”
"If I go back on my word, I'm willing to die!"
When these words came out, the entire court was shocked!
What the Emperor said just now clearly stated the strength of the Tartar army.
However, Zeng Xi only said that he only needed 50,000 elite soldiers to wipe out the 300,000 troops of the Tartars.
If someone else had said such arrogant words, they would have been regarded as a lunatic by the ministers.
Even now, the ministers were skeptical of Zeng Xi's words.
Because the difference in strength between the two was too great, even Qi Jiguang, Yu Dayou and the others couldn't help but shake their heads.
They had experienced many battles, big and small, but if they were to lead 50,000 soldiers to fight 300,000, they didn't think they could be as confident as Zeng Xi.
"Good! Haha ~"
Loud laughter rang out in the court. Zhu Zaihou said in a dignified manner,"As expected, you did not disappoint me. You have regained your courage from back then!”
"However, I don't just want these 300,000 Tartars. I want them to destroy their country!”
"I will give you five hundred thousand soldiers. Do you have the confidence to destroy the Tartar Kingdom?”
Tian Zi's smile was full of the majesty of an emperor. His eyes were like torches as he stared at Zeng Xi.
When Zeng Xi heard the emperor's heroic words, he was shocked. However, soon, he saw the banner of the Ming Dynasty fluttering in the grassland.
"I will definitely not disappoint Your Majesty!" Zeng Xi said confidently.
Zhu Zaihou nodded slightly and said sternly,""Minister of War!"
Yang Bo walked out of the court, cupped his hands and said,""Your subject is here!"
"Pass on my decree, transfer 500,000 soldiers to Ceng Xi.”
"Order Zeng Xi to be the commander of the three armies and Xia Yan to be the overseer. Bring Qi Jiguang, Yu Dayou, Tan Lun, and Li Chengliang to lead 500,000 troops to attack the Tartar Kingdom!”
"I want not a single blade of grass to grow in Tartar!”
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