Chapter 31: Loyalty or traitor? (For von Habsburg
Zhu Youlang didn't want Zhang Hu to die, it was not because he wanted to sell it well, but because he understood Zhang Hu.
Leading a group of mud legs who have never been to the battlefield, facing the powerful Qing soldiers, no one can guarantee that they can win. Not to mention one thousand to one hundred, sometimes a large number of people may not necessarily be a good thing, but if they are defeated, it will become a bad thing.
Besides, I have a golden word. If even Zhang Hu can't save him, it will be a blow to his prestige.
After thinking about it, Zhu Youlang had an idea.
"Oh, I ask you, which military law did Zhang Hu violate?" Zhu Youlang asked with a smile.
"This..." Zhang Jiayu was speechless and couldn't speak.
When the Zhang brothers heard the emperor ask this, they were overjoyed: "The emperor is wise, the emperor is wise, the elder brother is saved."
"The emperor is so wise. My mind is so far away." Jiao Lian immediately realized that Zhang Hu was saved. The emperor's mind is so useful, why didn't I expect it?
The reason why Zhang Jiayu couldn't answer was because his so-called military law did not exist at all.
He had military rules when he was training, but those military rules only apply to the Dongguan Township soldiers. Now the army he led is large, and can he still use those military rules to rule the entire army? Even if you use those military rules, you have to explain in advance.
"Zhang Aiqing, I will not interfere with your command, but I cannot be punished without counsel? However, if you lose a war, it is unreasonable to have no punishment. In this way, pardon Zhang Hu for death, remove the position of a thousand households, demote him to a hundred households, and allow him to make meritorious service." Zhu Youlang said.
"I'm not sure how to thank the emperor for not killing him." Zhang Jiayu kicked Zhang Hu and said.
"Thank you for not killing me." Zhang Hu was naturally grateful for his escape from death.
"Okay, get up and stand aside." Zhu Youlang said desperately.
Zhang Hu kowtowed, stood up and retreated aside.
Zhang Biao and Zhang Bao both looked happy and admired the emperor in their hearts.
"Zhang Aiqing, I remember you were from a Jinshi, right? Why do you kick your feet at any time? You are so rude." Zhu Youlang said with a smile.
"I am ashamed." Zhang Jiayu was so angry that he had no temper when he was said by Zhu Youlang, so he had to bow and apologize.
"As for what you said, the war is imminent, and military discipline must be strict. I agree with this. Let's do this. Now that time is in a hurry, I don't have time to formulate detailed military regulations, so I will set three first and immediately tell the entire army to implement it." Zhu Youlang said.
Time is tight, so Zhu Youlang has to make arbitrary decision.
"Article 1: All actions are subject to command and prohibited, and those who violate orders are killed. Article 2: Those who disturb the people are killed; Article 3: All seized and distributed to the public."
These three points are derived from the "three major disciplines", but Zhu Youlang took into account the actual situation and made some changes.
The main change is still in the third article. Everyone comes out to work hard, but they just seek wealth. How can they have a high level of ideological awareness? Therefore, he cannot cut off people's and wealth routes. However, he cannot let soldiers rob property. If that happens, who would not quickly draw money? If he meets an enemy at this time, wouldn't that be a death?
Of course, the combat effectiveness of the army must be supported by thoughts and beliefs. Without thoughts and beliefs, there will be no soul. It cannot be long-lasting by inspiring money and materials.
Zhu Youlang has a plan for military construction, so he has to take it slowly in the future, but now it is not like the fire of the fire.
"Abide by the order!" Zhang Jiayu bowed to receive the order.
"Defending the city is important, and it is also important to safeguard the people. Therefore, Chen Shihao's rural soldiers are temporarily under the command of Chen Bangyan, responsible for safeguarding the people and persuading donations. We must ensure the logistics supply of the soldiers guarding the city." Zhu Youlang continued.
"Abide by the order." Zhang Jiayu, Chen Bangyan, and Chen Shihao bowed to receive the order.
"Okay, you guys should act quickly. I won't say much, so as not to let Zhang Aiqing say that I'm involved in his military affairs." Zhu Youlang stood up with a smile: "Jisheng, you can take charge of the general and coordinate with the various departments. I'll go to the city to see the scenery."
"I obey the order!"
Chen Zizhuang bowed to receive the order.
Zhu Youlang took Bai Xing and Dai Yilan out.
Chen Zizhuang's thoughts were wide open: "It is said that I am the most suitable for me to come, but the emperor arranged Chen Lingbin and asked Shihao to assist me. He asked me to arrest the general, but he had no real power. What is the emperor's intention? Is it to prevent my family from dominating? The Zhang family father and son are in power. After this battle, they have made great contributions. I wonder how the emperor will deal with it?"
Then he thought: "The emperor's mind is unpredictable and difficult to know. It's hard to see the emperor is young, but he doesn't want his wisdom to be as deep as the sea. It's better, it's better for the strong and weak ministers than the strong and weak ministers. The emperor's wise and wise are hard to deceive, so it's better for the gathering to rule."
After his thoughts were turned on, Chen Zizhuang suddenly shook: "In front of this master, it's better to live a good life without playing flowers and be loyal."
Thinking of this, he listened carefully to Zhang Jiayu's arrangement of military affairs.
"Zhang Hu, the emperor is kind to you, and he did not take your life. You should be grateful. You should temporarily take over the position of thousands of households, lead your people to guard the east gate, Zhang Biao guards the north gate, and Zhang Bao responds on both sides. General Jiao and General Bai's troops are on standby." Zhang Jiao arranged.
"As for your order!" the five people responded.
"You three must learn from General Jiao, why are your soldiers not afraid of Qing soldiers? He is the leader and brave enough to kill the enemy. How can you convince the soldiers just by hiding behind the soldiers? Tell you, if you lose again this time, no matter what the reason is, you will definitely kill you. If you don't have military law, I will do my best! Did you hear it?!" Zhang Jiayu said to his three sons with a ferocious face.
"Yes!" Zhang Biao and Zhang Bao replied loudly.
Zhang Hu knew that his father had lost face and was constantly blaming himself. When he saw the question, he quickly replied: "Father, my son did not bring honor to his father, but he lost face. My son was guilty. Don't worry, my son would definitely rush to the front and would rather die than retreat. If he could not keep it, he would not use the father's marching law and family law. The son would punish himself to thank the emperor for his kindness and give full face to his father!"
"Well. Take action!" Zhang Jiayu breathed a sigh of relief when he heard his son say this.
The three brothers of the Zhang family left one after another.
From their firm eyes and footsteps, Chen Zizhuang could feel their inner determination and fighting spirit.
"Zhang Yuanzi's sincere heart will inevitably touch the emperor. I, Chen Jisheng, are not as good as this." Chen Zizhuang thought to himself when he saw this scene.
Chapter completed!