Chapter 183: Key Person
In fact, these words just now are only some of the many reasons, and the most important thing is because of what Dao Yan once said to him, in the days to come, his father will continue to observe him and test him, it can be said that this use of troops is a very important test for Zhu Yuanzhang to Zhu Di.
At the same time, the two vassal kings of Jin and Yan were sent out to lead the army, which was to see how capable the two of them were in all aspects. And Jin Wang Zhu has retired prematurely, the reason why he did this is also understandable, given that he had the experience of almost being involved in a rebellion incident in the past, for him, it is the best choice not to seek merit, but to seek no fault.
However, Zhu Di is different, he has been suppressed because of his sharp edge, but he has successfully attracted the attention of his father, and it can be said that he stands out from the princes. And at this time, such an important exam is just around the corner, how can he not think seriously about it, how can he hand in a perfect answer sheet.
There are not a few people who can go on the field to kill the enemy, but there are not many people who can completely control the entire battle situation, and such a person is the real commander, so it is still the same purpose, surrendering without a fight, this is the choice that can show the general's mind.
"Your Highness, someone has come to see you."
The announcement of the Praetorian Guards pulled Zhu Di back from the fugue, and when he looked up, he saw that Zheng He and Wu Pingwen around him were resting quietly, apparently knowing that he was thinking about the problem, so he didn't bother anymore.
Turning his head to look at the Praetorian Guard who was reporting the incident, he asked,
"Who wants to see this king?"
"And he said, His name is Guan Tong."
The Janissaries replied.
Finally waited for him, and this key figure could be regarded as coming
Zhu Di suddenly became excited and ordered,
"Let him come to me."
As he spoke, he stood up, and in a short time, he saw the man coming from far and near.
This Guantong was originally a guard general beside Emperor Tugusi Timur of the Northern Yuan Dynasty, and his title was the Duke of Qingguo. Three years ago, in Feng Sheng's defeat of Nahachu, Guantong surrendered to the Ming Dynasty, and Zhu Yuanzhang also rewarded him, and he himself was relatively peaceful, so the past three years have been good. Zhu Di thought of him before he set out on the expedition this time, and felt that he would play a great role in it, so he summoned him to the camp, but fortunately, he arrived in time.
As soon as the two sides met, Guantong took the lead in giving a salute and saying,
"His Royal Highness King Yan, the little minister Guan Tong is polite here."
"Don't be polite, please take a seat."
Zhu Di's demeanor can always give people just the right sense of easy-goingness, so that the person in front of him can reduce pressure and relax in a moment.
Guantong is the same, although I often hear people talk about His Royal Highness King Yan, and know that he is an outstanding figure among the princes, but once they meet each other, they feel that in this prince, they can feel a certain kind of indescribable cordial enthusiasm, as well as a calm and sophisticated that is not too old and not commensurate with him, which makes people feel very reassured.
The two of them sat down by the fire, Zhu Di asked Zheng He to bring a bowl of hot water, and personally delivered it to Guantong and said,
"On the way to the march, there is no fragrant tea to entertain guests, please drink a bowl of hot water to warm your body."
"Thank you, Your Highness."
Guan Tong didn't shirk either, took a sip with both hands, and then asked,
"I heard that Na'er Buhua has been trapped by His Highness, right?"
"yes,"
Zhu Di nodded with a smile and said,
"Xiao Wang invited adults to come for this purpose."
"Could it be that His Highness wants to dispense with the sword soldiers and recruit Na'er?"
Guan Tong immediately understood the other party's plan.
Seeing that he took the initiative to mention it, Zhu Di nodded happily and said,
Xiao Wang has this intention. If they are torn apart at this time, both sides will inevitably have losses, not to mention that Nai Er Buhua and Yaozhu are at the end of their rope at this time, and there is no point in resisting at all, just to kill themselves and their subordinates. Therefore, Xiao Wang wants to ask your lord to go to his camp and persuade Na'er to surrender without flowers, and Xiao Wang promises not to hurt him or anyone under his subordinates. ”
"Okay."
Guan Tong replied more simply, drank the hot water in his hand, put down the empty bowl, and said,
"The minister will go now."
"There's no need to be in such a hurry, the adults have just arrived in the camp, so it's better to rest first,"
Zhu Di waved his hand and persuaded,
"What's more, now Na'er doesn't spend their entire army up and down, like frightened beasts, and they are like facing a great enemy for any sound, in their mentality, if the adults go, Xiao Wang really can't rest assured."
Hearing him say this, Guan Tong couldn't help but admire Zhu Di from the bottom of his heart, but he didn't expect that His Royal Highness King Yan was really strategic, and he was so thoughtful and complete.
Thinking of this, he deliberately asked,
"So, when is the right time for Xiaochen to go?"
"In another hour, before dark,"
Zhu Di said without thinking, it was completely like it had been planned,
"At that time, we buried the trouble and made food, and they were already past the tense period, and all that was left was anxiety, and there would be a sense of fatigue in the body, so when we were physically and mentally exhausted, the effect would be much better if you went again, my lord."
"Your Highness is really wise and resolute, and the ministers really admire it."
Guan Tong couldn't help but salute Zhu Di.
Everything is already in place here, everything is arranged easily, and it will be difficult for Naier not to spend on their side.
As far as the eye can see, the surroundings are full of the banners of the Ming army, knowing that they have been surrounded by layers, there is no possibility of escaping at all, just thinking that the other party will fight with them when they rush over, even if they die, they will end up on the battlefield and bloody enemy formation.
But unexpectedly, the hand holding the knife was numb, and I didn't see the enemies who could make me bleed, and I didn't expect that people actually started to cook.
It must be a trap and a trick
Immediately came to this conclusion, Na'er didn't bother, did you deliberately make this illusion to lure us into being fooled, or did you want us to relax and take the opportunity to kill again? Lao Tzu is not fooled by this!
Immediately the herald said,
"Listen up! No one is allowed to relax, give me a little bit of energy, those Ming troops must be coming to sneak attack! ”
People surrounded us with great fanfare, and they said "sneak attack", which really made people laugh and cry
Some of the leaders thought helplessly, but the scene in front of them really made people relax, so they had to string their bows and unsheath their swords, and the whole army formed a circular formation up and down, facing outward, staring at the opponent's camp formation at all times.
But more than an hour has passed, and there is still no movement at all, and I can sleep for a while now. It would take a lot of physical strength to stand like this, and before the enemy could rush over, I was half tired and half dead. Gradually, some of the soldiers began to relax, and some were whispering. And at this moment, another burst of rice wafted in, and people actually started to eat again. 2k reading web