Chapter 1500 Deter North Korea

In Luo Dexian's view, the Haihan Army with powerful maritime armaments is simply a nightmare for all maritime countries. These warships equipped with a large number of artillery have extremely strong attack power, coupled with the incredibly fast speed, they can indeed be used as

Ignore the capital of North Korea's coastal defense. But because of this, the appearance of this fleet will inevitably cause panic among the North Korean military and civilians. Even if it does not come with the purpose of war, it may lead to uncontrollable disasters due to misunderstandings.

Armed conflict occurs.

Luo Dexian was most worried about letting his country fall into war. Even though Wang Tom had repeatedly promised him on the way that he would not take the opportunity to invade North Korea, he did not want to leave any excuse for the Haihan people to use force.

Of course, Wang Tom knew very well that the purpose of leading his fleet to North Korea was not to start a war. If he went too far, he might not be able to stop it later. The result Haihan needed was to make North Korea surrender as soon as possible, and then obtain from North Korea.

The urgently needed war logistics services have made North Korea one of Haihan's supply sources in Northeast Asia. The urgency of time is the focus of this operation, and it is best to achieve the best results without hurting harmony.

Wang Tom was worried that Luo Dexian alone would not have enough weight, so before leaving, he transferred Dongjiang Town Counselor Shen Zhixiang to his side. Shen Zhixiang also had many contacts with North Korean officials during his stay in Pidao. With his experience in Ming Dynasty officials,

Depending on their status, North Koreans will give up some face.

So when he was still about forty or fifty nautical miles away from Korea's Haehan, Wang Tom ordered the fleet to slow down, and used a speedboat to send Lud Xian back to land first, and then he rushed back to Seoul to report the Haehan Army to the King of Korea.

arrival.

After the Haehan Fleet arrived near the mouth of the Han River, it did not proceed rashly and chose to dock on the coast of Ganghwa Island. During the Goryeo Dynasty, this island had become the temporary capital of the Goryeo Kingdom several times due to external military pressure.

The Korean Tripitaka, regarded as a national treasure, was carved on Ganghwa Island in the 13th century when Korea moved its capital to Ganghwa Island again under the Mongol invasion. The Tripitaka has a total of 1,496 chapters, 6,568 volumes, and a total of 52.38 million copies.

A Chinese character, carved on more than 80,000 wooden boards, was one of the most complete Tripitakas in the world at that time. Of course, this was not a Korean creation. The entire Koryo Tripitaka, including the fonts, is a copy of the Tripitaka of the Song Dynasty.

That’s all.

However, Tom Wang is not very interested in these cultural things. Even if he knew that Ganghwa Island was once the capital site of the Goryeo Dynasty, he did not intend to go to this island with an area of ​​more than 400 square kilometers to explore the ancient times. Simple.

I mean, I just don’t have the time.

This fleet of more than thirty warships and logistics ships appeared on the coast of Ganghwa Island and was quickly noticed by the people on the island. No one among them had seen the red and blue flag on the top of the mast of the Haehan sailing ship.

Therefore, we don’t know the purpose of this fleet. But it is obvious that this is not a merchant fleet, because after the fleet docked, a large number of armed personnel disembarked from the ship, and the docking area was quickly cordoned off.

In the nearby coastal areas, this seemingly unfriendly behavior naturally caused people nearby to panic and hurriedly went home to escape.

After all, Ganghwa Island is the seaside barrier of the capital. North Korea also has a small number of troops stationed on the island, but its station is in the direction of the entrance of the Han River, not the west bank where the Haehan Fleet temporarily docked. The two places are about twenty miles apart.

The route between Yuli and Yuli happens to run through the entire Ganghwa Island in the east-west direction. It will be at least half a day before the villages and towns near the coast send people to report the news to the garrison and then come back. Of course, Wang Tom will not pay too much attention to this

What kind of tricks can the North Korean troops stationed on the island do? If someone really wants to get close to here, the Marines stationed on the coast will naturally take action to drive them away.

After Rod Hun hurried back to Seoul by boat, he did not immediately go to the palace to resume his duties. Instead, he first went to meet with the leader of the Western Qing Dynasty, Kim Sang Hun, who was the representative of the opposition faction in the DPRK.

Kim Sang-heon took the imperial examination in the 18th year of Wanli, and won the Jinshi at the age of 20. He later served as deputy editor of Chengwenyuan, deputy school manager, Li Cao, Li Cao Zuorang and other positions. In the 29th year of Wanli, he was appointed as Jeju Fuyu.

History, and later served as Gaoshan Inspector, Jingcheng Judge, Kaesong Experience and other official positions. However, his official career was not smooth sailing. During the Korean political struggle in the 41st year of Wanli, Kim Sang-heon was implicated and was dismissed from office and returned to his hometown. It was not until the third day of the Apocalypse that

After the current North Korean King Yi Zhu came to power through a coup in 2005, Kim Sang-heon was able to re-enter politics and was worshiped as the Chief Secretary-Heon.

In the sixth year of the Apocalypse, that is, the year before the time travelers came to this time and space, Kim Sang-hyun was appointed as the Holy Festival and Thanksgiving Envoy to China to worship. It was during his mission to China that the Later Jin Dynasty invaded North Korea on a large scale

The Dingmao Rebellion broke out. After hearing the news, Jin Sangxian, who was in Beijing at the time, immediately wrote to the Ministry of War of the Ming Dynasty asking for help.

After the war, Kim Sang-hyun returned to China. In the fifth year of Chongzhen's reign, he was dismissed from his official position because he opposed King Li Jie's pursuit of his biological father as Yuanzong of Joseon. It was not until last year that he was re-enabled and his official position of Dasi-Heon was restored. Kim Sang-heon

He had always hated the idea of ​​​​maintaining peace and mitigating disasters, and repeatedly asked the king to adopt tough policies towards Hou Jin and even break off diplomatic relations. However, King Li Zhuo was afraid of Hou Jin's accumulated power and did not dare to act on his suggestions.

The North Korean envoy Rod Heon was an official of Kim Sang-hyun's faction, but he knew that he was a low-key person in the North Korean political arena, and it would be difficult for him to be trusted if he went directly to report the current situation to the king. Therefore, as soon as he came back, he approached Kim Sang-heon first, hoping that he would be trusted.

A famous veteran can come forward to resolve the current crisis.

Jin Sangxian was also surprised after listening to Ludexian's report. He did not expect that the situation in Liaodong would undergo such unexpected changes. Hou Jinhui would be defeated steadily by an army from the south, and this army was being defeated.

Try to integrate North Korea into its logistics system.

It stands to reason that it is good news for North Korea that Hou Kim has encountered a strong opponent, but Hae Han, a powerful character, does not seem to be a good person. Judging from Lud Xian's narrative, Hae Han obviously wants to force North Korea to take sides in order to be able to

The situation of the Kim family after the three-country confrontation is formed in this region. This is actually a good thing for North Korea, but this method is really a bit crude.

However, Kim Sang-hyun has been an official for many years and has visited the Ming Dynasty and Later Jin Dynasty. His understanding of international relations is much deeper than that of younger generations like Lud-heon. His first reaction was not to consider whether North Korea would be involved in the war, but to consider whether North Korea would be involved in the war.

He is thinking about the reason why Haihan took such measures. If the other party gradually deepens their understanding through envoys and follows traditional diplomatic methods to win over North Korea, cooperation may not be impossible to discuss, but they are so eager to send troops.

Demonstration, presumably there is a deeper reason that prompted them to take such unconventional and unreasonable measures.

Based on the situation described by Lud Xian, all Kim Sang-hyun could think of was that this army from afar was in urgent need of various supplies to stabilize the situation. Otherwise, it would obviously be unsustainable to fight a protracted war with Hou Jin without good logistical support.

They sent the army to North Korea to demonstrate, obviously hoping to facilitate this matter as soon as possible. It seems that the logistics situation must be quite tight, which is why they appear to be so eager.

His idea is actually very close to the actual situation. Although the current logistics situation of the Haihan Army is not that tight, the military does hope to ease the current supply pressure by opening up logistics channels in North Korea. Of course, if labor can be introduced from North Korea, of course

It couldn't be better. The military really doesn't have the patience to slowly contact North Korea before starting negotiations. It will definitely not be accomplished within a year and a half, and it is not in line with Haihan's development plan in Liaodong.

Being an enemy of Hou Jin has something in common with North Korea's interests. As for whether this army will also go to war against North Korea, Kim Sang-hyun is much more optimistic than Lud-Hun. Because according to Lud-Hun's description, the Haihan Army

The strength of the Jin Dynasty is far superior to that of Houjin, let alone the North Korean army. If the other party wants to fight, then just fight, why bother to make excuses? The purpose of sending the army is mostly to show off its force, so that North Korea can

Stand in line with peace of mind.

However, before making a decision, Kim Sang-hyun still has a few things to confirm: "You said that the Dongjiang Town Ming Army also fought side by side with the Haihan people on the battlefield?"

Luo Dexian said: "Sir, if it is more accurate, it is actually the Ming army in Dongjiang Town who obeyed the command of the Haihan people on the battlefield. The Haihan people were the main force on the battlefield, and the Ming army only did some logistics and cleaning the battlefield for them.

Tasks such as taking turns on duty.”

Jin Shangxian sighed: "The uncle and nephew of the Shen family in Pidao have never surrendered even if they were hunted down by the Jin people for years. Such powerful people actually obeyed the Haihan people. They must be really capable. No wonder General Shen will meet

We specifically asked the king to send an envoy to Liaodong, so no wonder Dongjiang Town is not on our side."

Luo Xian thought to himself: I have seen with my own eyes at least a thousand Jin soldiers killed on the battlefield, and Shen Zhixiang completely regarded himself as a member of the Haihan Army. Could this be false? The soldiers and civilians of Dongjiang Town are now

They only rely on Haihan to survive. Everything they do is ordered by the Haihan people. How can they occupy North Korea's side?

Kim Sang-hyun continued: "If they are so relieved to let you come back, are they not afraid that you will change your mind after entering Seoul?"

Luo Dexian said: "The Haihan people are extremely cunning. As soon as Xiaguan changes his mind, they will immediately raise troops to rush into the Han River to attack Seoul after receiving the news. They will declare that they will join forces with Xiaguan inside and outside to seize the city, or they will ask the city to hand over Xiaguan. When the time comes,

There is no way to verify whether this is true or not. The lower official will most likely be imprisoned and it will be difficult to clear his reputation."

Jin Sangxian nodded slowly and said: "If you come to the city and use countermeasures, no matter how innocent you are, you will be regarded as a traitor who colluded with outsiders. In this way, if the court does not agree to cooperate with them, then you will still be

What a bad luck!"

Luo Dexian said: "That's exactly what the Haihan people said to the official. So whether it's for the future of the country or for self-protection, the official must promote this matter, and I hope that your Excellency will make it happen."

Jin Sangxian stood up slowly and said: "Since the other party should have arrived at Ganghwa Island, it is not too late. I will enter the palace and report the matter to the king. But if Cui Mingji and his gang hear the news, they will inevitably jump out again.

Playing devil’s advocate!”

Cui Mingji is the leader of the peace faction in North Korea's political arena. He has experienced the three dynasties of Seonjo, Gwanghaegun and Injo. His current official position is Ye Cao Bangshu. This person's peace is not to surrender blindly, but to advocate that North Korea should do its best.

It is possible to avoid being involved in any war. Whether it is helping the Ming Dynasty to fight the Jin Dynasty, or helping the Jin Dynasty to fight the Ming Dynasty, it is not advisable. You should remain neutral and stay away from the war. Of course, as for whether North Korea is qualified to come

Staying neutral is another question.

The appearance of Haehan will obviously break North Korea's false neutrality. As a representative of the peace faction, Cui Mingji will inevitably oppose North Korea's siding. This is a situation that Kim Sang-hyun can foresee without even thinking about it. Therefore, he must enter the palace as soon as possible to meet the king.

Before Cui Mingji could react, Li Jie persuaded Li Jie to make contact with the people from Haihan. According to Luo Dexian, he wanted the Haihan fleet to sail from the Han River to outside Seoul to show the king his force.

This is of course a very dangerous suggestion. The last time a foreign army came to Seoul, it was in 1627 when Ding Mao was invaded by Hou Jin indiscriminately. At that time, even King Li Jie abandoned the city and fled to Ganghwa Island to escape, which shows how critical the situation is.

It is worth mentioning that the official who advocated for peace in the court at that time was Cui Mingji. Although nine years have passed, there is no doubt that this is a lingering shadow on the whole country of North Korea. We must let

The king agreed to the Haihan fleet entering the Han River, which was really difficult - even if he disagreed, he might not be able to stop the other party from the Han River.

At this time, Navy Commander Wang Tom was introducing the story of Ganghwa Island to Liu Shang: "... After Jin invaded North Korea, the North Korean army was pushed to the capital after being unable to hold it for a few times, so the king's ministers had no choice but to abandon it.

We ran to Ganghwa Island to take shelter from the wind. Now that we have captured Ganghwa Island first, what do you think the North Koreans are thinking?"

Liu Shang smiled and said: "The North Koreans must feel that their retreat is cut off, right?"

Wang Tom said: "That's right, we just can't leave them a way out! Why didn't North Korea dare to confront Hou Jin? It's because they thought they still had a way out. If they couldn't fight, they would negotiate peace and pay compensation. Anyway, they would give Hou Jin whatever he wanted.

As long as the Li Dynasty can continue to rule North Korea, they don't care so much. But I have to tell the North Koreans that if they don't cooperate with us, then I won't be as easy to get rid of as Hou Jin!"

Liu Shang repeatedly said yes, but in his heart he did not completely agree with Wang Tom's statement. No matter how weak the country's military force is, it is still a country. Defeating a country and destroying it are two different things, and the two cannot be confused.
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