After the plan was decided, Zhu Qizhen directly let everyone disperse.
After that, Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, Chen Wenrong, and the other generals began to reorganize their troops, preparing to set off for the Xuan Manor at any time.
When Zhu Qizhen had just transmigrated, he had 180,000 soldiers under him. In the two battles between Earthwood Fortress and Huailai City, he had lost 30,000 soldiers, and in attacking Huailai City, he had lost another 20,000 soldiers.
The original 180,000 soldiers were now only left with 130,000.
As for the 100,000 Golden Fire Cavalry, they had lost about 6,000.
Right now, Zhu Qizhen had close to 230,000 soldiers.
The 60,000 warhorses obtained from the Wala Cavalrymen were distributed to supplement the 100,000 Golden Fire Cavalrymen. In addition, a new 50,000 light cavalry was formed.
The remaining infantry was around seventy thousand, close to eighty thousand.
When the army was ready, another day passed.
The next day, Zhu Qizhen once again gathered all the ministers.
"Greetings, Emperor!"
In the main hall of Huailai City's City Lord Manor, a group of ministers bowed respectfully to Zhu Qizhen at the same time.
Zhu Qizhen sat on a high seat and said indifferently,"Rise!"
"Thank you, Emperor!"
Everyone thanked Zhu Qizhen respectfully at the same time, then stood up again and stood solemnly in the hall.
Zhu Qizhen's eyes swept across everyone and slowly said,""Regarding the matter of going up north to the Xuan Manor and killing our way into the grasslands, we already made a decision yesterday. Fan Zhong and the other generals had also finished preparing the army yesterday. Now, I will make arrangements for the next action. If there is anything that you need to add, you can bring it up in time.”
"Please give me your instructions, Your Majesty!"
Hearing Zhu Qizhen's words, everyone hurriedly greeted him respectfully.
"Currently, there are 100,000 heavy cavalry and 50,000 light cavalry inside and outside Huailai City. There are still 76,000 infantry left." I've decided that the Duke of England, Zhang Fu, will lead 26,000 infantry to guard Huailai. At the same time, pay attention to the route between Huailai and the capital. If there is any abnormality, report to me and the Empress Dowager who will stay in the capital.”
"This old minister obeys the decree!"
Zhang Fu did not expect that Zhu Qizhen would assign him a mission first. However, he did not hesitate. He stood up and respectfully acknowledged the order.
Originally, Zhang Fu had already lost confidence in Zhu Qizhen's predecessor and the court, so he was too lazy to interfere. He was very silent along the way.
However, the current Zhu Qi Zhen gave Zhang Fu hope.
Zhang Fu was also happy to accept the mission that Zhu Qizhen had arranged for him.
Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly at Zhang Fu and continued,"General Meng Tian will lead 100,000 Golden Fire Cavalry, General Chen Wenrong will lead 50,000 newly formed light cavalry, and General Fan Zhong will lead 50,000 infantrymen. A total of 200,000 troops will follow me through Xuan Manor and Datong before we enter the grasslands!”
"I will obey!"
Meng Tian, Chen Wenrong, and Fan Zhong heard Zhu Qizhen's order and quickly responded respectfully.
Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly and continued,"I don't need a servant army for this northern expedition, nor do I need a supply team. The army that the Imperial Court had previously arranged for them to return to the capital. This matter would be supervised by Minister of War Kuang Ye.”
"Emperor, if that's the case, how should we replenish the supplies of your army? Emperor, please reconsider!" Hearing Zhu Qizhen's order, Kuang Ye didn't immediately agree. Instead, he tried to persuade him worriedly.
"That's right, Minister Kuang's words are reasonable, please reconsider!”
Following that, the Minister of Revenue, Wang Zuo and the others also tried to persuade him.
Zhu Qizhen waved his hand and said indifferently,""You have already seen the scene outside Huailai City. I have the protection of Taizu. You don't have to worry about the rations and supplies.”
"This…subject obeys the decree!"
Kuang Ye hesitated for a moment before finally agreeing helplessly.
Seeing that Kuang Ye had agreed, Zhu Qizhen nodded in satisfaction and continued,"Previously, when our army set out from Earthwood Fortress, they trampled on many fields and caused losses to the local people. Next, our army will compensate the local people accordingly. This matter would be handed over to Minister Wang Aiqing!”
"The emperor is benevolent and loves the people. This old minister admires him! "Emperor, don't worry. This old minister will definitely handle this matter properly." When Wang Zuo heard Zhu Qizhen's words, he hurriedly bowed to Zhu Qizhen and cupped his hands in greeting.
Zhu Qizhen nodded." Earlier, Wang Zhen had privately swallowed a large amount of money. I have already ordered Zhao Gao to recover the money. Minister Wang can also use this money when he subsidizes the people."”
"Your Majesty is wise!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Zuo once again greeted Zhu Qizhen respectfully.
Immediately after, the other ministers in the hall also shouted.
" Zhao Gao, remember to report to Minister Wang later." After everyone cheered for a while, Zhu Qizhen looked at Zhao Gao and ordered.
"This subject obeys the decree!"
Zhao Gao immediately acknowledged Zhu Qizhen's order respectfully.
After that, Zhu Qizhen made some other arrangements before bringing everyone out of Huailai City.
Under the gazes of Zhang Fu, Kuang Ye, Wang Zuo, and a few other ministers, Zhu Qizhen led Meng Tian, Chen Wenrong, and Fan Zhong, and the 200,000 strong army officially set off.
"Farewell, Emperor! I wish the Emperor a victorious return!”
Led by the Duke of England, Zhang Fu, the ministers and soldiers who stayed behind knelt on the ground at the same time and shouted in the direction where Zhu Qizhen had left!
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