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If everything in the world is compared to a big game of chess, then everyone can be regarded as a chess piece in it.

It's just that people's abilities are different, opportunities and lives are different, and there will be 'mediocrity' if there is 'talent'.

From when Liu Fu escaped from home, after several ups and downs, he finally became one of the most inconspicuous chief flag officers in Caishi Town, and now he has become the mainstay of the Ming Army, a very popular minister, Liu Ruyi At this time, he already has the ability to be a chess piece!

But at this time, the Manchu Qing Dynasty was like a vicious beast that had been slightly injured but still had strength, while the Ming Dynasty was like an old man who was dull and dying, and the two sides were half a catty and eight taels, and even, the Manchu Qing Dynasty was even stronger.

Liu Ruyi's game of chess is really not easy to play!

After all, in war, victory or defeat is really only between this line.

Liu Ruyi's brows were tightly locked, and his fingers gently patted the table with irregularities, making a gentle 'dongdong' sound.

Chen Yongfu naturally didn't dare to say much, his eyes and nose looked at his nose, his nose and his heart, and he didn't dare to come out.

The atmosphere inside the big tent was silent to the freezing point.

In fact, to this extent, Liu Ruyi can completely put Wang Pu and the rest of the nine-sided armies in front and act as cannon fodder, while he himself hides in it and reaps the benefits of the fishermen.

But obviously, if this is done, even if the most fortunate victory is achieved, then Liu Ruyi's reputation and connections that he has worked hard to accumulate over the years will be in vain.

After thinking about it carefully, Liu Ruyi quickly abandoned this idea.

This plan is worth the loss.

Daming was already full of holes at this time, and there were many people who flattered, slapped horses, and turned the rudder when they saw the wind, but those who were really capable and backbone were rare.

At this time, although the combat strength of the Nine Sides Army is not strong enough, they are actually the most bloody blood of the Ming Dynasty!

And Wang Pu, Hu Dawei, He Renlong and other generals, although they have more or less such shortcomings, they are Liu Ruyi's 'partners' and vassals who have been operating for many years.

In this battle, although the Manchu Qing Dynasty was strong, the Caishi Army was also well prepared, and it was far from the time when everything needed to be abandoned in the last place.

Of course, if it really comes to that point, don't say that it is Wang Puzhu's generals, even if the 50,000 sons of the Caishi Army are all killed on the battlefield, Liu Ruyi will not frown.

Looking at Liu Ruyi's somewhat hideous expression, Chen Yongfu was also shocked in his heart, but after all, he was well-informed, and he was the 'old oilman' in the Ming Army. ”

Liu Ruyi was stunned, but he keenly captured the fleeting cunning in Chen Yongfu's eyes.

Liu Ruyi suddenly smiled lightly and looked at Chen Yongfu carefully.

Chen Yongfu father and son, it is said that they are also one of the most virtuous generals in the Ming Dynasty!

On the normal historical track, Li Zicheng swept the Central Plains, broke Luoyang, broke Kaifeng, and frantically crushed the main force of the Central Plains Army of the Ming Army in Zhuxian Town.

In the battle of Shanhaiguan, Chen Yongfu and his son also tried their best, but at that time, the overall situation had been decided, and naturally they could not go against the sky.

Later, Li Zicheng retreated to Guannei, and Chen Yongfu stayed in Luoyang.

The Qing army was advancing, and Chen Yongfu and his son were still fighting to the death, but in the end, they were defeated, but they did not accompany Li Chuang to be martyred like those foolish and loyal people, but it was a matter of course, and they took refuge in the Qing army.

Although they served their masters three times, every time, Chen Yongfu and his son also tried their best to change their masters without a choice.

You could say they're snobbish, but there's no denying that they're sensible.

Not only has the bloodline been preserved, but also can continue to enjoy glory and wealth in the new dynasty.

Chen Yongfu was a little uncomfortable by Liu Ruyi, he didn't know where to put his hands and feet, he swallowed a mouthful of saliva, and said with some embarrassment and fear: "General, is it wrong to say lowly duty, lowly position?" ”

Liu Ruyi suddenly laughed, but his heart was already clear, "No! General Chen, you're not wrong! You're saying a great deal! ”

Liu Ruyi glanced at Chen Yongfu and sighed deeply: "Life and death are fate, wealth is in the sky!" Someone has to do what needs to be done! It's not a problem to drag it like this! This time, do as you say! However, the rest of the armies of the nine sides did not move, and only my Caishi army moved! ”

Liu Ruyi said, but his eyes radiated a brilliance that made people unable to look directly.

"What?" Chen Yongfu was shocked in his heart, he thought that Liu Ruyi would send one or several of the Nine Border Army to act as a 'pathfinder' and test the attitude of the Qing army, but he never expected that Liu Ruyi would actually want to risk his life, this, this ......

"General, this matter is not trivial, please think twice!" Chen Yongfu's interests have long been closely related to Liu Ruyi, and at this time, where can he take care of anything else, 'plop' and knelt on the ground, kowtowing desperately.

Liu Ruyi smiled lightly, "General Chen doesn't have to worry, since I want to do this, I will definitely be sure in my heart!" Come here, recruit Huang to join the army, I want to ask the emperor for an order to revive my prestige! ”

"Yes!"

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Forbidden City, the Imperial Study.

Although the night is dark, but the imperial study is still brightly lit, Emperor Chongzhen holds a cinnabar red pen, constantly writing and painting on the chapters in various places, and deals with the important military and political affairs of the four places of the Ming Dynasty.

At this time, more than two months had passed since the Qing army approached the Beijing Division, and there was a serious shortage of various daily necessities in the Beijing Division.

Emperor Chongzhen did not have much choice, so he could only increase his efforts to raise food and materials from the relatively wealthy Jiangnan and southern Huguang regions to enter Beijing.

In the huge imperial study, there were no eunuchs or palace maids to accompany her, only Princess Zhu Yujiao of Changping, standing gently in front of her father, carefully grinding vermilion ink for him.

At this time, there was a sound of hurried footsteps outside the door, and Wang Chengen was like an old rabbit~, limping into the room.

"Your Majesty, the Duke of Qi is in a hurry, he, he said that he wants to revive the prestige of my Ming army, prepare, prepare to swear tomorrow, go to Pinggu and Xianghe, and fight a decisive battle with the Qing army!" Because he was too eager, Wang Chengen spoke quickly and panted.

But Emperor Chongzhen understood the meaning, and he couldn't help but be shocked, and hurriedly said: "Quick, hurry up and hand over the chapter!" ”

"Yes!" Wang Chengen hurriedly handed the chapter to Emperor Chongzhen.

Emperor Chongzhen quickly browsed it, but his face had changed greatly.

"What does he Liu Ruyi want to do? Is he really going to fight the Qing army? He, how many people is he? Did he really think that his Colored Stone Army was invincible in the world? Emperor Chongzhen clenched his fists tightly and stood up violently, his body trembling slightly.

The Caishi Army is strong, but after all, they only have 50,000 people, but at this time, Huang Taiji has more than 100,000 elite Eight Banner Army, if you count the vassals of the various ministries that have been coerced, the strength to fight will never be less than 150,000, or even more!

But Liu Ruyi actually wants to take the initiative to attack, this, is this because his life is too long?

"Companion, tell me about it! This, what the hell is going on? Emperor Chongzhen vented, and his heart calmed down.

Although he didn't have much contact with Liu Ruyi, Emperor Chongzhen thought that no one in the world knew this rebellious Ming No. 1 general better than him!

Liu Ruyi, although he seems to be bold and wild, his eyes are empty, but every time, he can get out of the way, and he has taken advantage of it, at this time, since he dares to do this, then presumably, he must have something to rely on in his heart.

How can Wang Chengen know Liu Ruyi's mind?

Liu Ruyi's letter, the relationship in the palace, was directly handed to his desk, and he was also confused now, so he could only bite the bullet and explain the matter to Emperor Chongzhen.

Emperor Chongzhen didn't have time to think about how Liu Ruyi would get through the relationship in the palace at this time, he frowned, trying to stand in Liu Ruyi's perspective and think about Liu Ruyi's plans.

At this time, Zhu Yujiao on the side listened to everything thoroughly.

Two years have passed, she is fifteen years old, her body has been opened, her waist is plump, her skin is like condensation, her eyes are like crescents, slim, she is no longer the little beauty embryo of the year, but a real beauty!

It's just that at this moment, she doesn't understand why Qi Guogong wants to go on an expedition and fight a decisive battle with the Manchu Qing, the mortal enemy of the Ming Dynasty, but her father is still unhappy?

The Manchu Qing Dynasty is very strong, but the Duke of Qi is also very strong!

He has fought with the Manchus many times and has almost never tasted defeat, such a person, since he went on an expedition, why would his father still be like this?

Zhu Yujiao is no longer young, although she is in the deep palace, but she also knows a little bit about the discussions of the court!

In particular, the proposal of Uncle Zhou Kui......

Thinking about it, the tall figure suddenly appeared in Zhu Yujiao's eyes, it was a few years ago, and it seemed that he was also in this imperial study......

Although she was not born by Queen Zhou, she was raised by Queen Zhou since she was a child, and she was like a mother and son, and she was naturally very respectful to Zhou Kui.

Thinking about it, Zhu Yujiao's pretty face suddenly flushed with a hint of redness.

What a pity!

In the end, it didn't work out.

If it had been done at the beginning, what he said would have satisfied that person, let him be the Ming Dynasty for me, and drive away the greatest scourge of the Manchu Dynasty.

Emperor Chongzhen naturally didn't have the heart to pay attention to his daughter's thoughts at this time, and his heart had already drifted to the distant battlefield with Liu Ruyi's thoughts.

Suddenly, Emperor Chongzhen smiled lightly, but a touch of fierceness flashed in his eyes!

"Companion, the purpose! Since Liu Ruyi wants this title and wants to be in the limelight in front of the world, then I will give him this opportunity! I just hope that he will come back alive! ”

"Your Majesty, this ......" Wang Chengen looked at Emperor Chongzhen's hideous face, and wanted to persuade again, but suddenly, he also understood Emperor Chongzhen's intentions, and hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed: "The emperor is wise!" The old slave is the purpose! ”

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