Zhu Yuanzhang frowned, thinking about how to deal with this situation.

As a Ming monarch, he was very concerned about the livelihood of the people and never wanted to see them violated by the Northern Yuan.

Despite this, Zhu Yuanzhang also knew that sending troops to the north was not a simple matter.

This could lead to an increase in military spending, placing more burden on the population.

In addition, the northern border hell is vast, and the Mongols are proficient in warfare, so it will not be easy to really quell the border unrest.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I understand your concern and anger."

"However, now that the affairs of the righteous country are in full swing, do we have enough resources and energy to deal with the unrest in the north?" Zhu Yuanzhang asked.

The atmosphere in the court became tense, and everyone bowed their heads.

Liu Sanwu, who felt reprimanded, said firmly: "Your Majesty, the minister understands your concerns, but if we don't take any action, our people will suffer even more. ”

"We cannot allow the Mongols to act recklessly, their aggressive behavior will seriously threaten our national security, please consider carefully."

Zhu Yuanzhang stared at the courtiers quietly, with a serious expression.

He knows that this is a crisis related to national security and people's lives, and he must make careful decisions.

Zhu Yuanzhang didn't lock it tightly, and his face became solemn.

He knew that the Mongol commotion on the border meant that they might be transporting grain for a large-scale war.

As the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, he had to take immediate action to protect the safety of the country and his subjects.

He looked at the ministers in the court, and said with a serious expression: "The Mongols are raging on the border again, so reckless, can my great reputation sit idly by?" ”

"Previous battles have proven the capabilities of our troops and generals, and now we must fight back again, drive them out of the border and keep the peace of the country."

The ministers in the court looked at each other, and they all knew that the thoughts in front of them were very serious.

A war of this magnitude would inevitably require a great deal of resources and manpower, and it would have to be acted quickly to prevent further Mongol invasion from penetrating deep into Ming territory.

In the end, he decided: "Ladies and gentlemen, my decision is to transfer troops and counterattack the Northern Yuan. ”

"I have a decisive plan before we get started."

Zhu Yuanzhang revealed his plan to the courtiers, breaking the traditional way of conquering the north.

He decided to send a special team of military generals, civilians, scholars and healers to the border.

The task of this team is not only to quell unrest, but also to establish rapprochement with the Mongols and promote exchanges and trade between the two countries.

When the courtiers heard about this plan, they couldn't help but look at each other.

This is not only a subversion of the traditional way of warfare, but also a challenge to their consistent way of thinking.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang is convinced that this is the best choice to cater to the current trend of the times.

At this time, Xu Da stood up, he was a famous general of the Ming Dynasty, and together with Zhu Yuanzhang, he had been planning to attack the famous Ming generals of the Northern Yuan Dynasty.

His gaze was firm, and his voice was sonorous and powerful: "Your Majesty, Chen Yuan led a large army to the border in person to repel these Mongols. ”

"We have already set up some garrisons on the border that can be used to block their attacks, and as long as we organize them properly, we will definitely be able to hold the border."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and affirmed Xu Da: "Tiande, you must act steadily this time, and you must not make the slightest mistake." ”

"We are willing to put all the manpower, material and financial resources needed on the northern border under your command, but you must also discuss the strategy with your generals as soon as possible and set off on the campaign."

Xu Da bowed and said: "Your Majesty is wise, and the ministers will be loyal to their duties and devote themselves to protecting the peace of the Ming Frontier." ”

Xu Da then hurried back to the barracks and convened a meeting of his generals to discuss strategy.

The generals gathered in the council hall and began to discuss the map and battle report.

"General Geng, Ling's land is responsible for the supply of grain and grass for the army, whether it can be guaranteed to be sufficient." Xu Da asked.

Geng Bingwen replied: "Rest assured, the general, I have carried out detailed investigations and preparations, and report to the general regularly. ”

"The food supply will go according to plan, there will be no problems."

"General Tang, you are in charge of forming a border garrison, what do you think?" Xu Da turned his head to look at Tang Shengzong again.

Tang Shengzong stood up and introduced a series of ideas and plans to everyone: "According to the battle report just received, the commander of the Mongols is Kuku Timur, and the team he leads is the most ferocious. ”

"We can set a trap to lure him in, and then surround him with ambushes, which should make them pay a heavy price."

The generals nodded yes, thinking that this plan was feasible.

Other matters were also discussed, with a clear division of labor, and each general had his own task.

Everyone said that they would go all out to guard the border and ensure the security of Daming's homeland.

A month later.

A temporary command center was set up on the border of the Ming Dynasty, Xu Da personally presided over the command, he looked at the boundary line of the king, his expression was resolute, but there was a trace of worry in his heart.

Suddenly, a hurried voice came, and a guard ran to report: "General, the forward troops of the Northern Yuan Dynasty have broken through our defense line and are approaching us. ”

Xu Da's face changed, and he ordered in a deep voice: "Immediately arm, praise the artillery ready, and let them taste the power of my Daming." ”

The generals received orders one after another, and the integrated army began to adjust its formation and prepare for the battle, and the artillery unit quickly rearranged the artillery and aimed it in the direction of the stewed pot army.

In a short time, the superior team quickly approached, the drums of war were deafening, and the Mongol cavalry charged.

Xu Da personally stood on the fortress, holding a long sword, and his eyes were full of determination.

The sound of artillery firing resounded throughout the battlefield, and the shells were accompanied by a piercing scream, and the accurate civilian Mongol army caught them off guard.

At the same time, the crossbowmen of the Ming Dynasty also took advantage of the fortress to aim at the Mongol cavalry, and they rained down like arrows.

The Mongol army suffered heavy losses under artillery bombardment, and their morale was greatly damaged, but they still kept charging forward, regardless of life and death.

Xu Da gritted his teeth, a cold light flashed in his eyes, and he realized that this bloody battle was just a rehearsal, and the real war was still to come.

Meanwhile.

Zhu Yuanzhang's operational policy was also prepared.

A few days later, the special team was prepared, and Zhu Yuanzhang officially announced their mission.

This special team was named the 'Ming Peace Messenger Group', and they would be a bridge between the Ming and Northern Yuan Mongols, hoping to resolve the border issue through peaceful means.

On the day of the departure of the envoy group, Zhu Yuanzhang personally saw them off, and he looked at the distant team in front of him, full of hope and confidence in his heart.

He believes that this team of experts in military, cultural, and economic fields will be able to bring peaceful and stable border security to the Ming Empire.

(End of chapter)