On December 12, the 15th year of Chongzhen, Huai'an Old Town, Shangban Street.

Zhang Wenguang, the Huaiyang Army, hurried out of the Army Mansion, and took a sedan chair to the "Governor General's Office of the Grain Operations Administration" not far away.

Shangban Street is filled with officials, including Huai'an Prefecture Office, Huaiyang Bingbei Office, and Caohe Office. If you leave the Bingbei Office, you can actually reach the office in a short walk. But as a master, you can go out to do business, no matter how close the destination is, you will not be able to walk by yourself.

As a military officer, Zhang Wenguang had four soldiers, including sedan chairs, umbrellas and sermons. At this time, they were surrounded by car and sedan chairs. Soon they arrived at the archway of the Administrative Office, and everyone stopped the sedan chair here. The gate went forward to report that soon there was an invitation inside, so Zhang Bingbei took his own soldiers to accompany him and hurried into the office.

Zhang Bingbei is nearly fifty years old and has a elegant appearance. In the sedan chair, he has been tugging his beard and pondering something. After entering the ritual gate, he immediately changed to Zhang's happy smile. Seeing the Governor Shi Kefa, who was greeting the hall, he repeatedly called out: "Ming Gong, I'm so happy."

Shi Kefa's robe and rhinoceros belt was still dark and his eyes were bright. Behind him, he was quite surprised to see Zhang Wenguang's happy look.

Zhang Wenguang is a native of Jiangnan and has always paid attention to the integrity of the official position. Although the Governor of the Grain Transport led Yingzhou soldiers and the Xu Huai soldiers and the Huai Yang soldiers and the Zhongdu Left Office, they were only restrained. Zhang Wenguang and others were not his direct subordinates and often had official documents with the Grain Transport Administration. At this time, seeing that Zhang Wenguang came to the door in person and looked like he was out of control, Shi Kefa couldn't help but laugh and said, "Where did the happiness come from the military constitution?"

Zhang Wenguang took out a good news from his sleeve and raised it in his hand: "The news came from the Su Magistrate of Pizhou. On the ninth day of this month, the general of Lian Yang He under his command defeated the enemy bandits on the banks of Shuhe River, beheaded more than 1,000 levels, captured hundreds of people, and seized them invincible."

"What?" Zhang Wenguang was excited, and Shi Kefa was also shocked. His staff members Yan Ermei, Yao Kang and others showed unbelievable expressions.

This is an Eastern Captain! It is a very fierce reputation. It has been like entering a no-man in the pass several times, traversing north and south, and many elite soldiers and generals cannot stop it.

Yes, they knew that Yang He was very good at fighting. He won several thousand heads in several battles, but they were still within their understanding.

This result is not just Yang He and his family. For example, not long ago, General Huang Degong and Liu Liangzuo attacked Zhang Xianzhong in Baojialing, beheaded more than 10,000 levels and seized tens of thousands of horses. But Huang Degong, Liu Liangzuo and others could fight Zhang Xianzhong, and even Li Zicheng to behead thousands or tens of thousands of levels. If they faced the enemy thieves, how many people could kill? I heard from Zhang Wenguang that this victory was a victory in the wild, which was even more incredible.

Everyone couldn't believe that in their eyes, Shi Kefa took the news and opened his hands with a little trembling. This is the title of the text presented by the Bingbei Mansion:

"On December 12, the 15th year of Chongzhen, Huaiyang Army Preparation Preparation Preparation Preparation Preparation Preparation, Zhang Wenguang said: For the rebels to attack and besiege Suqian, the rural soldiers worked hard to defend, and killed many thieves, and won a great victory."

"At the time of the day, according to the report of Zhou Guangxia, the governor of Huai'an: According to the report of Su Chengxing, the governor of Pizhou, the report of the report of Feng Feng in October this year, the position of Shang and the general general of Pizhou, Yang He, commander Kong Chuanyou, and the commander Zhang Kuixiang and others, supervised the soldiers and flag troops of various villages, discussed the same, and tried their best to arrange it. On the fourth day of this month, the township soldiers, the sergeant cavalry, Qian Gushou, Li Ruwan, Wan Tianzheng, Tan Shouxun and others fought to the death with the bandits, and captured 31 heads of the barbarian cavalry, one person with four white armor, and twenty-six vests, and captured one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with two people with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with two people with one person with one person with one person with one person with one

"On the eighth day of the lunar month, the bandits Manchu Zhenglan Banner Suhun Niulu took advantage of the situation and camped outside Zhongwu Village, Suqian. The horse-buried bandits were beaten for about 300 times, and the situation was very critical. The township soldiers, Zhang Songtao, deputy general manager Feng, Li E, and others tried their best to handle the situation. The officers and soldiers were incompetent in their lives. They each used guns, cannons, gray bottles, tens of thousands of people and enemies to fight back, and captured 101 enemy-level enemies, burned four shields and chariots, and obtained barbarian weapons, bows and arrows, and weapons."

"I got this good news. I was worried that the thief would come back, and I was in charge of the military and civilians who were born in the army and the civilians would be more and more strict. On the ninth day of the first day, the thiefs, the Manchu Yellow Banner, Chen Taijiala, and the Manchu Zhengbai Banner, and the Mongolian Zhengbai Banner, had more than 100 white armored cavalry. As a result, the people invaded our Tianyue Village. The fierce flames were surging, and they defeated us in the south and planned to be cruel and evil. My job was excited and fierce, and they were in charge of Yanghe, the general of Pizhou, and the army was equipped with 3,000 weak soldiers. They fought more than 2,000 rebels in the wilderness."

"At that time, the thief's horse stance reached three wings in the left middle and right, ten shield chariots in the front formation, ten shield chariots in the right wing, and more than 300 white-armored cavalry in the left wing, trying to defeat. Our township soldiers also fought with a stacked formation, and the township soldiers led the general Yang Minister, Han Daxia, and Yang Qian to guard the front formation. The township soldiers led the general Yang Tianfu, Yang Han, and Yang Zuwen to guard the left wing. The township soldiers led the general Han Guaner and Luo Xianjue to guard the right wing. The general Yang He, the central army Zhang Chugong, Chen Qiuao, Qian Zhongyong, Cui Lu, Chang Rusong, Zhang Chujing and others to guard the rear formation. The arrangement was made, and the bandits and wild fruits were beaten hard on three sides, and the elite cavalry shook our army. Our township soldiers worked together to fight to the death, the conflict formation, the muskets and Folangji, the mandarin duck battle formation, and the iron cavalry bravely fought bravely, and each fought bravely to kill the thief."

"Lai Sheng's power, our village soldiers finally defeated the enemy bandits by the Shuhe River, beheaded 1,268 levels, and obtained a pair of armor of the bandits, one of the big flags of the bandits, one of the heads of the Mongolian Zhengbai Banner Armor, one of the heads of the Andali, the Manchurian Zhengbai Banner Bayalazhangjing Eshuo, the Manchurian Zhenglan Banner Niuluzhangjing Suohun, the Yellow Banner Niuluzhangjing Asanhan, Baisamu, Mulu, and Sula. They obtained five sides of the barbarian flag, one of the flying tiger fox tail flags in the military camp, dozens of white armored fire flame flags, and captured 333 robbers and barbarians, and were infinitely arched and arrow weapons."

"According to this, the rebels invaded Pizhou, Nanzhi. The soldiers of our village worked hard to defend, killed many thieves, beheaded more than 1,400 level 1,400, and captured 336 thieves. The sect was a complete victory, defeated the arrogance of the enemy, and promoted the glorious power of our emperor. This achievement is true and can be determined. I beg the waiter to find out and persuade Peng to stimulate the stimulus. Each of them has meritorious officials and military and civilians, and Wentang News and other sentiments to the road."

"According to this, I can see that the achievements of the officers and soldiers should be true and credible. We should wait for the time to find out and reward them from You. The rebels are quarrels and the enemy is quarrels, and Pizhou is invincible. Fortunately, the guards Su Chengxing, Yang He, Kong Chuanyou, Zhang Kuixiang and others are excited to join forces with each other, fight to the death, kill many thieves, and break the storm. Those who have not had this defeat in the past twenty years should be particularly good and praise them. According to the actual title, I would like to ask the Governor of the Supervisor to be instructed to the Governor of the Court, and I will give you the rewards."

Shi Kefa looked at it several times and murmured: "Okay, okay!"

He was very happy. The battle report was very incredible. The enemy thieves were thriving from the border town, and were extremely powerful. They were like entering a no-man's land, but they suffered a great loss in the territory of Nanzhili. Not to mention that they were beheaded more than one thousand levels, they also captured two first-level thieves, Jialazhangjing, five first-level niulu Zhangjing, and several large flags were seized. It can be said that the dynasty had not seen in decades. If the priest heard the sound of Jieyin, how happy would it be?

After the Qing army invaded, Shi Kefa also asked for an order to join the aid, but was stopped by the emperor and only asked him to keep the grain transport to ensure that the grain was not lost. He felt extremely satisfied at this time.

He pointed to the good news and savored it carefully: "Is this money Guser is Yang Lian's fiancée? Is this governor a few months ago and was able to behead him at level 31. He is indeed a man who is as strong as a man. Qian Zhongyong and others are also brave and generous heroes."

Zhang Wenguang said: "Miss Qian is indeed a woman and has a good reputation in the local area. He and General Yang Lian have already participated in the Three Books and Six Rites, and they are set to welcome them next spring. I heard that Qian Zhongyong and others are one of the twelve cavalry in Tongzhou. Under General Yang Lian, there are many heroes and strangers."

The two pointed to the good news and said a few words. Su Cheng, the magistrate of Pizhou, boasted a lot of words, but they were both old officialdom, and they could tell what was going on at a glance. However, Su Chengxing, who had always been steadfast, actually allowed Yang He to fight in the wild, and he was also brave enough.

After reading the good news several times, Shi Kefa calmed down and gave the good news to Yan Ermei, Yao Kang and others to watch. The staff members were eager to pass the news, and they were all shocked while excited.

Shi Kefa asked Zhang Wenguang to speak in the hall, and he pondered: "Although there is a good news, I still have to ask the military to go to Pizhou. The physical investigation is true. As expected, the military achievements are true and reliable. I immediately made a book and submitted it to the police station. This governor should also write a note based on the facts and ask the emperor to give me the rewards and not hurt my loyal and brave soldiers."

Zhang Bingbei said solemnly: "This is what you mean, and the subordinates will set off soon."

It was not the first time he went to Pizhou. In March, Yanghe won two great victory against the bandits, so he went to the battle positions to inspect them, but he was calm at that time, but he was so anxious to go to Pizhou at this time.

They were not worried about the problem with this report. First, Yang He won several great victories, and his achievements were true, and his character was guaranteed. Second, many civil officials were greedy, but they were afraid of causing trouble by nature. If there were any problems with their achievements, Su Chengxing, the governor of Pizhou, dared not report this way. Third, beheading people, especially the captured thief and captives, and the flags and weapons were there, which was not fake. Of course, it is necessary to verify that the first-hand victory was in the hands of Pizhou, and the rest were just copying and polishing, not afraid of ten thousand, but afraid of something.

The two of them sat together in the hall of men and talked about this great victory, and they were all very happy. For decades, the national dynasty needed this victory. With the Qing soldiers raging north and south, this victory was even more rare.

In joy, Zhang Wenguang talked about the wind, but he talked about Yang He, perhaps this was his real purpose.

"Ming Gong, Yang He is a man. Now he has made new contributions. I don't know how Ming Gong will place this person?"

Shi Kefa smiled and said, "What do Bingxian think?"

Zhang Wenguang said sincerely: "Ming Gong, officers and soldiers are not available, but the rebels are clamoring, but those who bravely defeat the enemy are the village soldiers of my Huaian Prefecture. The former Duke of the Yuan Dynasty Shen Kun trained and strengthened the army and defeated the Japanese pirates. At this time, the village soldiers are available, so why not train strong troops and protect the country and the people?"

He peeked into Shi Kefa's expression and continued: "Yang Lian is both civil and military, and has outstanding military achievements. Why not let him command the army and train? After the victory is promoted, he can at least take the title of Tongzhi of the Mansion. The officials thought that Pizhou and Haizhou were the gateway of Nanzhi, so why not let Yang He be the preparatory staff of Pihai? The officials are the affairs of the state and are willing to move the official residence to Suqian and assist the supervisor at nearby bags."

Zhang Bingbei revealed his intentions. Like many people, he had noticed Yang He and the army in Yang He's hands.

Many people want to get a piece of the pie from Yang He, and Zhang Bingbei is of course no exception. Especially after this unprecedented victory, he became even more eager.

In fact, not long ago, the governor of Huai'an, Zhou Guangxia, also reported the victory to him with a good news, and even pointed out that Yang He could be of great use, and the whole country soldiers in the palace could be under his command. Of course, Zhou Guangxia, the candidate to control Yang He was naturally the one who was Zhou Guangxia.

I'm just sorry, Zhang Bingbei will arrest this credit himself.

Although Yang He is now a seventh-rank official, he has made such contributions, and has only been promoted to a fifth-rank official position, so he can be promoted to at least a fifth-rank official position. In this way, the position of Pizhou General Manager is not worthy of him.

In fact, according to the Ming Dynasty's military merit system, Yang He led 3,000 troops, and beheaded 60 thieves, and one level was added for every 60 thieves. He could add more than twenty levels of his beheaded more than 1,400 heads. Unfortunately, the Ming Dynasty's military merit was only increased to three levels, and the rest were rewarded. Yang He had plenty of people killed, but the promotion after this battle was a foregone conclusion.

Zhang Wenguang talked freely and suggested to Shi Kefa that Yang He could prepare for Pi Hai, and take charge of the military affairs of the four counties and towns of Pizhou, Haizhou, Suining, Suqian, Shuyang, and Ganyu. The two magistrates and the four magistrates of the four places could be praised, but they all belonged to him Zhang Wenguang's command. This would prevent the local officials from doing things perfunctorily. If they have any contributions, they could share the benefits and do not have to take on arrows and stones in person. It was said that everyone was very happy.

At the same time, it was proposed that Yang He practice preparations for Pi Hai instead of Huai'an Prefecture. This was also the result of Zhang Bingbei's careful consideration. He was far away from the right and wrong place of the city, and he enjoyed the strong army and generals alone. In particular, Huai'an Prefecture also had preparations, and the prefecture was the chief judge. This person was quite good at making trouble, so Zhang Bingbei was unwilling to cause too many troubles.

Zhang Wenguang said in a brief manner that he had considered everything he should consider and was indeed thorough in thinking. The fourth grade is the threshold of Tao, and those who can reach this level have talents, it depends on which side you stand on.

Shi Kefa listened quietly, and the staff behind him, Yan Ermei, Yao Kang and others looked different. After a long time, Shi Kefa said: "Where do the money and food come from the training of soldiers from Liudi Township?"

Zhang Wenguang said: "The government can be used to raise funds, and the six places can supply grain and grass, and can also serve Yue Wumu. He ordered Yanghe to return to Yi commerce and trade, and the manager of the farming and mining management of commercial goods should be able to properly solve the problem of food and money."

The Yue family army had excellent achievements and needed a large amount of food and money in the army. In addition to the imperial court, Yue Fei also set up a position called "Huiyiguan" to operate wine warehouses, field warehouses, diankus, room corridors and other businesses, with an annual income of one million yuan, properly solving the problem of military supplies and food. Zhang Wenguang believed that it could be followed.

He followed Yang He's history of making a fortune, started his career by suppressing bandits and fostering wars, and gained a lot. However, there was also a disadvantage. The country soldiers under his command were too strong. Every time he arrived at a place, he would rule Qingming, and all the rich and poor bandits were suppressed. He trained the soldiers in the six places and needed a lot of food, salary and equipment. It was not enough to just suppress bandits, and he needed to open up new sources of wealth.

Shi Kefa pondered for a long time and nodded, "Good."

After that, the atmosphere in the hall was a little silent, and Zhang Wenguang wanted to speak but stopped.

Of course Shi Kefa knew what he was thinking. Lord Bingbei said a lot, but there was one of the most important points that he didn't say, maybe he was just waiting for him to speak.

Shi Kefa stood up and walked slowly to train the village soldiers. It was not a question of whether it was possible or not, but whether it was possible. The Ming Dynasty now encouraged gentry from all over the country to train the village soldiers, but only the use of self-protection did not encourage the unity of prefectures and counties. Even the unification of the village soldiers within a prefecture is a taboo. This is a taboo in the bones. Whoever dares to disobey will not have a good ending.

There are many typical examples. Not to mention Shen Kun's top scholar, Grand Secretary Feng Quan and Governor Mei Zhihuan also formed a group training camp, and both made great achievements. However, in the end, Feng Quan's party struggled to step down, and Mei Zhihuan made contributions, but he was never summoned. Their group training camp could never be formalized, nor could they go abroad to fight, otherwise it would be like a rebellion.

There was also the Tang King who led troops to support the king. He was ordered to retreat by Emperor Chongzhen on the way and was soon deposed as a commoner.

All kinds of iron wires make people afraid to step over the line. Although there are many brave men in the villages in various places, the prefectures and counties do their own affairs and cannot become a climate.

only……

Is there any choice in the current situation of the Ming Dynasty?

The Eastern Barbarians invaded again and fought to Nanzhili. Many elite soldiers and generals could not stop them. The only great victory was a village soldier from Pizhou, Nanzhili.

Shi Kefa certainly knew what the imperial court was afraid of. Bandits and martial artists were not scared, and even Eastern Captains were not scared. The most terrible thing was the scholars who knew how to govern the army, manage, and had huge private soldiers. Once they were not careful, they would be the powerful people in the late Han Dynasty and warlords reappeared in the Tang Dynasty.

How could he not know the benefits of the local soldiers? His aide Yao Kang advised him more times, but he was hesitant, because he was afraid of harming Yang He.

However, is there any other way to save the country if you die quickly or drink to quench your thirst?

Shi Kefa walked slowly, everyone stared at him, Yan Ermei frowned, and Yao Kang stroked his beard as if he was thinking.

Shi Kefa walked for a long time and finally made up his mind.

Today is different from the past. There is no choice for the Ming Dynasty.

He looked at Zhang Wenguang and said, "If you train the soldiers in the six places, you should do good plans. After the inspection of the good news is a reality, I should report the victory to the court. At the same time, I will submit a memorial to Your Majesty and ask for the training of the soldiers in the Huai'an Prefecture!"

Yan Ermei exclaimed: "Shi Gong!"

Shi Kefa waved his hand: "I have decided, so there is no need to say much. I also believe that Yang Shenyan will definitely not let the court down!"

His tone was firm, as if the sword and the neck were added, and the axe could not be changed at all.

Zhang Wenguang smiled on his face, stood up and bowed, "Ming Gong serves his country sincerely, and he is grateful to him."

Yan Ermei glanced at him resentfully. This villain was also insidious. If there was any risk, the governor Shi would be in front of him. If there was any credit, he would follow him and pick him up. He would not be the son of the human race.

After that, some matters about the rural soldiers were discussed. Zhang Wenguang suggested that in order to avoid attracting attention, Yang He's army could be kept low-key.

He sincerely advised Shi Kefa: "The wood is fascinated by the forest, and the wind will destroy it. General Yang Lian is still young. This time, he has two or three hundred heads. No matter how many of them are, he is a false reputation, and he is concerned about it. What if the court officials are targeting him? Transfer him to fight the thieves or even to the border town? General Yang Lian is a rare seed of my Huaian Prefecture, and should be properly protected."

...

After Zhang Wenguang left, Yan Ermei sneered: "He takes advantage of it, the supervisor will take the blame, and Zhang Bing is ready to make plans."

Everyone can see the benefits of training the village soldiers, but everyone can see the risks. The holy heart is unpredictable. If you violate this taboo, don’t look at Shi Gongsheng’s disciple, no one can predict any bad results in a blink of an eye.

Shi Kefa didn't care. He acted in a manner and did not care about the gains and losses. He only recalled what Zhang Wenguang said in the end.

Of course, he understood that being too famous is not a good thing for Yang He. In terms of practical profit, whether Yang He beheaded two or three hundred or two thousand, the final result is the same. His official position cannot rise, and no matter how many heads he has, it will only add icing on the cake. Instead, because his reputation is too strong, it will attract a lot of unnecessary attention, and maybe he will cause big trouble at any time.

But he clearly beheaded more than a thousand levels and had great contributions to the purpose of killing slaves, but he wanted to share the contributions with others. Wouldn't he compromised him? Although he had told Zhang Wenguang that after arriving in Pizhou, he always felt unfair to him after thinking about it.

Shi Kefa sighed and remembered that the enemy was raging now. Even if the battle results were investigated, he didn't know when the good news would be sent to the capital.

The road is infarction now, and it is difficult for scholars to go through. I am afraid that the spring exam will not be completed in February next year. The fame and fortune of countless students has become shattered. The situation in the Ming Dynasty is getting worse and worse.

He walked to the hall and saw when it started snowing outside again, the cold wind swept through his body, and the sharp snowflakes hit him.
Chapter completed!