“…… For example, the second minister is either for the ancestor of the great life, does not say or do, or for Li Chengdong, repents and becomes a late bloomer. And Shang Kexi betrayed the favor of the Lord, annihilated the conscience, acted for the tiger, did evil to the southeast, and mutilated his compatriots, which is really the scum of the ages and despised by people. Today, the king is rebellious, and it demonstrates justice and justice. Shang rebel committed suicide in defeat, broke his bones and scattered ashes, but it is a pity that the cycle of cause and effect in the world cannot be believed......"

The raging fire in the Pingnan Palace, announcing the recovery of Guangzhou and the end of Shang Keg's life, one of the three feudatories. Like Kong, he chose to self-immolate, or as a way not to be insulted by his enemies after his death. It's just that I don't know if Lu Dao Shang Kexi's mood in the fire is the same as Kong Youde, "A person is about to die, and his words are also good."

But for the Ming army, it doesn't matter anymore. A decisive victory for the Eastern Crusade, of great significance.

With this victory, Yi Cheng's revised manuscript can finally be determined, and the news that Zhu Yongxing has gone to Guangzhou to supervise the battle has spread outward, causing another wave. It is not the first time that Zhu Yongxing has come to the battle in person, but if the great victory and his whereabouts are linked, it will inevitably make some people feel confused or panicked.

The aura, another aura undoubtedly fell on Zhu Yongxing's body. Compared with Yongli, who fled after hearing the wind, Zhu Yongxing, who constantly dares to face dangers, is obviously more eye-catching; And Zhu Yongxing participated in several battles all won victories, which increased his prestige, and the already circulating "saint" was even more convincing.

And Guangzhou was recovered, and Shang Kexi was given the head, and the situation became clear all of a sudden. The first to react was the Qing army in Zhaoqing, which had already been taken away by Xu Erxian with nearly half of the men and horses to reinforce Xinhui, and the troops were not enough to defend the city, let alone attack the Ming army. After receiving Xu Erxian's letter of persuasion, his lieutenant general was already a little moved, but Guangzhou was still there. It seems more appropriate to wait and see. But if you don't wake up yet, you're a real fool.

The Qing army in Zhaoqing surrendered without a fight, and only the stronghold of Wuzhou remained. Sun Yanling didn't have to count on it for a long time, and Ma Xiong of Hezhou had also learned to be cunning, and he was ambiguous about the lure of Wuzhou before, and now he categorically refused the request for reinforcements in the city.

As soon as the news of Guangzhou's liberation spread. Liuzhou's Xuguo Gong Ma Weixing received an order to send troops to approach Wuzhou. In this situation, although there are few soldiers and horses left behind in Liuzhou, Sun Yanling will not have any thoughts. In the face of the Ming army that was suppressed from the two directions of Liuzhou and Zhaoqing, and in the face of the friendly forces that were close at hand but refused to help, the Qing army in Wuzhou had nothing to do, and the main battle faction and the main surrender faction had internal strife, which was broken by the Ming army with one drum.

Xinhui, Guangzhou, two battles. The Qing army in Guangdong can be said to have suffered heavy losses, and the main force that wanted to rely on the city to hold on was wiped out by the Ming army, and even the green battalion soldiers who defended in other places were very few, and the emptiness was conceivable. And these two great victories shocked all the onlookers, although they did not surrender anyway, but they all pretended to be honest, and no one dared to act rashly at this moment.

"Kezhong City, the king of the name. The pseudo-sect is victorious again! Wu Sangui threw down the news report in his hand and sighed gloomily.

If he had known before, Zhu Yongxing would no longer be in Kunming. Maybe there were some other thoughts, maybe some other actions, but now, there are no such thoughts at all. On the contrary, I rejoiced in my heart that I was calm and sophisticated.

Fang Guangchen was also very helpless, as a strategist. He was supposed to solve problems for his benefactor, but in the face of such a situation, he strongly advocated that the same should be used to cope with all changes. To put it bluntly, that is, to do nothing.

Although the Ming Dynasty had the intention of surrendering Wu Sangui, its patience was limited. And this kind of peace without war and surrender is relatively short-term. When the Ming army became stronger and the swords and soldiers faced each other, it was still the same result.

The Qing court was increasingly suspicious of Wu Sangui, and with the help of the Ming army's eastward crusade and the emergency in Guangdong, Wu Sangui's desire to ask for more food and salary was also frustrated. From this point of view, it is unlikely that it will be possible to restore the trust of the Qing court. It's just that the Qing court didn't want to add more variables when the situation was unfavorable, so like the Ming Dynasty, it adopted a policy of temporarily appeasing Wu Sangui. As long as you don't add to the chaos and have enough food for your army to survive, you can stay honest!

"Back then, the puppet king Dingguo entered Guangdong twice, and the short one was two or three months, but he only stopped under the city of Zhaoqing, and now the time is about the same, but he has won nearly half of Guangdong." Wu Sangui stroked his forehead, feeling more and more the strength of the Ming army, "Xinhui, Guangzhou, and Jiancheng are no longer to be feared. After this - alas! ”

Fang Guangchen pondered for a moment and said slowly: "The pseudo-sect is in Guangzhou today, if it moves, it will be worry-free. Although the imperial court limited food and salary, it was possible to recruit troops and expand its strength. ”

Migration? Wu Sangui thought about it for a while, and then understood what Fang Guangchen meant. With an identity like Zhu Yongxing, moving is not as simple as changing his residence. In particular, according to Zhu Yongxing's consistent practice, where he is stationed often means the focus of the Ming army's strategic direction.

"The Eastern Expedition to save the people, under such a banner, and with the help of the sailors, according to the humble position, the focus of the Ming army's attack is still in the coastal areas." Fang Guangchen continued to analyze: "Nearly half of Guangdong has fallen, how can the Zheng clan in the southeast sit idly by, and will inevitably send troops to fight for profit. Regardless of whether the Zheng clan was loyal to the Ming court or not, as long as they were dispatched, it would be enough to turn the situation in the southeast more favorable to the Ming army. ”

"Then the next target is the King of Jingnan in Fujian Province!" Wu Sangui smiled bitterly and said, "I'm afraid he won't be able to resist the attack of the two enemies, right?" ”

"I can't resist it." Fang Guangchen made a clear judgment, smiled faintly, and said, "The imperial court will definitely send troops and reinforcements soon this time." This big war is afraid to decide the belonging of Jiangnan. ”

"This king also judges." Wu Sangui bowed his head and said: "Manmeng Eight Banners, with cavalry and archery against the Ming army, what do you think of Xianting?" ”

"Southern Fujian is mountainous, and the water network in the south of the Yangtze River is vertical and horizontal, and riding and archery may not be able to manage the odds." Fang Guangchen said cautiously: "The firearms of the Ming army are getting more and more powerful, I heard that this Eastern Expedition has Xiyi to help in the battle, and the Hongyi artillery bombarded Guangzhou, and the city wall collapsed dozens of zhang before it arrived. ”

Although Fang Guangchen did not make the most conclusive conclusions, Wu Sangui could hear that he was still optimistic about the Ming army. Wu Sangui also had an understanding of the firearms of the Ming army, and some flintlock muskets fell into the hands of the Qing army. In comparison, whether it is range, rate of fire, or lethality. The flintlock pistol was much better than the shotgun that the Qing army regarded as a sharp weapon. But it is not easy to imitate. From raw materials to processes, it is difficult to manufacture in batches without spending a lot of money and without a long period of exploration.

"It turned out that there was Xiyi to help in the war, and it shouldn't be so powerful with firearms." Wu Sangui was thoughtful. As if talking to himself, he said: "I don't know if I can invite Xiyi craftsmen, this factory will cost a lot of money, right?" ”

Fang Guangchen smiled bitterly and said, "I'm afraid it's not just a matter of money. The puppet clan had already issued a reminder or warning in Guangzhou that any country that sent war materials to the Qing would be regarded as an enemy and would be attacked by the Ming army by sea and land. Individuals are regarded as traitors, their property is confiscated, and they are beheaded all over the house. ”

"This, this pseudo-sect is ruthless enough." Wu Sangui grinned. "Well, confident enough."

He just said it so casually, but he didn't expect Zhu Yongxing to block this road half to death. Wu Sangui didn't have any accurate knowledge of the Xiyi countries, and even the main countries couldn't tell the difference, so he couldn't call them. However, Zhu Yongxing's tough statement is just as he said. It exposes a strong self-confidence that can stand up to the Qing Dynasty. And he is not afraid of Xiyi.

"Xiyi is only to make money for trade, and the imperial court moves to the coast, I'm afraid it will offend them." Fang Guangchen said in a deep voice: "The puppet clan launched an eastward crusade, occupying more coastal areas, and engaging in trade and sea trade, so that the West could help each other. But it's not too surprising. ”

Isn't the maritime trade himself smuggling goods for the Ming Dynasty, accumulating wealth for them, and helping them win over Xiyi? Wu Sangui had mixed emotions, although he knew that this was the case. But we have to keep doing it. On the one hand, he expressed to the Ming Dynasty that he was in Cao Ying, and his heart was in Han, and on the other hand, he had to earn funds for recruiting troops through these businesses.

Strength, this is the most reliable bargaining chip to ensure the safety of your net worth. Compared with Shang Kexi and Geng Jingzhong, Wu Sangui, who has not killed Yongli now, has a good reputation. Wu Sangui is still a little confident in this point.

"When the puppet clan ordered the Guangzhou Massacre, the officers and soldiers of Shang Kexi's department were all executed for public sacrifice, and their families were served with hard labor, except for those who were meritorious anyway. There are also the defenders of Xinhui, who have not been corrected and made meritorious contributions. Wu Sangui frowned and looked at Fang Guangchen puzzled, "Isn't this war crime forcing the opponent to fight to the death?" ”

Fang Guangchen nodded, agreeing with Wu Sangui's opinion, but after a tactful analysis, he pointed out Wu Sangui's one-sidedness and bias, "Killing is a deterrent, and pardoning grace is a surrender." In this way, if the situation is unfavorable, either the family will be affected by their own hard work, or they will make meritorious service anyway and use the head of the official in exchange for a reward for peace. ”

"It's like Xu Erxian and Miao Wenxiu." Wu Sangui sneered with some contempt, "Not only are they appointed to their original positions, but even the soldiers of their department are also rewarded with silver, and the pseudo-sect is really cunning." ”

"The puppet clan launched war crimes at this time, obviously feeling that it has full wings and has the prestige of a famous king, just like when the puppet king was in his heyday." Fang Guangchen continued to analyze: "This war crime is mainly to investigate the crimes of slaughtering civilians and torture and killing prisoners of war. ”

"If the situation is unfavorable, or if defeat is decided, these policy measures of the pseudo-clan should have better results." Wu Sangui sighed softly, "There are not many people who have experienced the war of Shang and Geng Erfan, and the people who are supplemented are all local people, and the pseudo-clan only dares to do this when they see this, right?" ”

"The prince is wise." Fang Guangchen complimented and did not continue to analyze.

"Alas, it seems that the matter of Shuixi can be decided." Wu Sangui sighed helplessly, "Let's play the court in the name of appeasement, and explain to both sides." ”

After Wu Sangui withdrew his troops and returned to Guizhou, in order to show that he said "depending on the opportunity, he will return to the Ming anyway", he did not carry out a large-scale campaign against Shuixi, but only choked the main transportation routes and formed a blockade and encirclement of Shuixi. When the Ming army's eastern crusade began, he did not have the idea of exterminating Shuixi in one fell swoop, but he endured it and waited for the results of the Ming army's eastern crusade. Now that the results are out, it is naturally impossible to conquer Shuixi, and if the troops do not move, they will not be able to explain to the Qing court. Therefore, Wu Sangui decided to use the strategy that had already been discussed, let Shuixi go alone, and fool the Qing court in the name of appeasement.

"Shuixi Ankuncai is negligent, and the alliance with Kuang Guogong Pi Xiong is close to attack, and peace is far away, so there is no need to worry." Fang Guangchen knew that Wu Sangui was unwilling, so he had to open his mouth to persuade: "Besides, there are many people in Shuixi, and they may not all obey him. The prince appeased his heart with a trick, and then slowly divided and won over the Shuixi Tumu, and if there was an opportunity, he would be wiped out in one fell swoop, without much effort. ”

If you have the chance! Wu Sangui knew that this was a word of comfort, so he had to smile and nod reluctantly. But he didn't think so in his heart, because he knew that such an opportunity would become more and more slim as the Ming army became stronger and stronger.

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Zhu Yongxing knew that when he vigorously manufactured or imported flintlock pistols and equipped them with a large number of Ming troops, the previous mode of warfare and offensive and defensive means would undergo great changes. However, the introduction and implementation of war crimes is the category of the concept of war, and it is also an idea that he has long had. The slaughter of civilians, looting and adultery, which were common in the wars of the time, were so incompatible with his philosophy that he hated them.

I hope that in future wars, whether internally or externally, there will be no more massacre, that massacre. Zhu Yongxing knew that this was not a goal that could be achieved in a short period of time, but he was still relieved that he had taken this step. War is a soldier's business, not about civilians, and that's what he wants.

Killing to stop killing, I don't know if the road can get the desired effect. Zhu Yongxing hesitated for a moment, signed and stamped the document, and hundreds of lives would soon disappear because of his approval. The murderer, the murderer, the murderer in the Guangzhou Massacre, although there are still omissions, after Zhu Yongxing signed it, he breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that he had done justice and could comfort the victims of the Guangzhou Massacre.

"Shang Zhixiao and others were also beheaded." Zhu Yongxing picked up another document, and before he finished reading it, he made a decision without raising his head, and after reading it, he groaned slightly, and said: "The first person will be rewarded, and he will publicize it." ”

Shang Zhixiao was captured alive on the third day after the recovery of Guangzhou, which was an unexpected joy. A fire in the Pingnan Palace, burned too many people, many of the corpses have become charred, and it is impossible to identify who it is, and it is difficult to determine whether Shang Kexi is among them.

However, in order to expand its influence and deter the surrounding enemies, the news of the self-immolation of the monks of Guangzhou City was sent at the same time.

…………… (To be continued......)