Happy Mid-Autumn Festival, brothers and sisters.

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Although he was very cautious about Xu Changqing's opinion, Wang Pu was still unable to move the place in the end.

Xu Changqing actually fully understands this thing.

After all, the family business of our ancestors was there, and Datong has been a fortress among fortresses since ancient times. The city is high and the walls are thick, and Wang Pu is still very confident in its defense.

During the past few decades, Datong has always faced powerful Mongolians, but they have never been compromised, let alone the mud-legged thief who is still unseen.

However, Wang Pu fully accepted Xu Changqing's requirement to increase the intensity of exercises.

He was very cautious about Xu Changqing's advice from the crowd of dead people.

After seeing Wang Pu away, Xu Changqing breathed a sigh of relief a little tiredly, closing his eyes to rest.

Although Wang Pu has various shortcomings, he also has a great advantage!

That is to be able to listen to people, especially Xu Changqing!

Xu Changqing is not sure whether the future situation will develop as well as in history. However, what is certain is that both the refugee army and the Qing army have been sharpening their knives for a long time, and have accumulated for a long time, just waiting for one opportunity!

As for the Zu family and the Wu family, even though they were related to Xu Changqing, they were completely different people.

Just after returning to the front door house, Xu Changqing had no time to take a breath, the eunuch in the palace arrived, and Emperor Chongzhen invited Xu Changqing to meet again.

This made Xu Changqing frown.

Could it be that the reward matter will be a result now?

Before he could think too much, Xu Changqing quickly changed his official robe and rushed to the palace.

Xiu'er, Chen Yuanyuan and Bian Yujing's three girls were just about to welcome Xu Changqing to finish their meal, but seeing this, they had to give up.

Not far away, Li Lanfang looked at Xu Changqing's hurried departure and couldn't help but sigh deeply.

Many times, Xu Changqing is indeed like a scoundrel, making her grit her teeth, but they are too far apart after all...

Xu Changqing is a nobleman of the Ming Dynasty with pure blood, and he can reach the sky at any time...

And she...is just a poor ugly duckling...

...

When he arrived at the Donghunting Pavilion, Xu Changqing was suddenly stunned. Hong Chengchou was actually here, and he was having a great time talking with Emperor Chongzhen.

When Xu Changqing saw the ceremony, Emperor Chongzhen smiled and said, "Xu Qing, I was still telling Duke Hong just now, but I didn't expect you to come so soon."

Hong Chengchou nodded at Xu Changqing with a smile.

Xu Changqing hurriedly asked respectfully: "Your Majesty summons me, I will come even if I slap you!"

"Ha ha."

Emperor Chongzhen instantly showed his face, "Du Hong is really right. You kid, you are smarter than a monkey."

The atmosphere in the venue quickly became cheerful.

After a while of greeting, Emperor Chongzhen also shifted the topic to the main topic and said solemnly: "Xu Qing, according to your achievements this time, there is no problem in being a marquis. However, we have not made any military achievements at the entrance of the Tartars this time. I have also discussed with Governor Hong for a long time. You can only let go of your marquis for a while. You won't blame me, right?"

Xu Changqing couldn't help but feel a burst of mmp in his heart.

If you are stingy, you can still be so stingy?

However, Xu Changqing had long expected this. Whether it was Zhu Mai whom Emperor Chongzhen had taken out before or the fact that he was granted a title at this time, it was nothing more than childish bait.

But Emperor Chongzhen seemed to feel that this was a very clever method...

"The emperor loves you so much that you can't repay your deaths. Only by being loyal to the state affairs will you die!

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Seeing Xu Changqing so sensible, Emperor Chongzhen's mood improved a lot instantly, "Xu Qing, it is my luck to have loyal ministers and generals like you and Divine Hong. By the way, I was just talking about the matter in Shaanxi with Divine Hong. What do you think?"

Emperor Chongzhen pointed to the huge map not far away, marking the nearest marching route and movement of the refugee army, which was very detailed.

Hong Chengchou also looked at Xu Changqing.

After all, he has experience working with Xu Changqing. Moreover, in the battle between Songjin, Xu Changqing almost pulled him out of the quagmire with his own strength. He still attaches great importance to Xu Changqing's opinions.

But at this time, he was a little afraid that Xu Changqing's opinion would be contrary to him, and he was also a little contradictory for a while.

Although Xu Changqing has been paying attention to the trends in the northwest during this period, he has suffered from poor information and has received not much valuable information.

At this time, the scope of activities of the refugee army has been maintained in Luonan, western Henan, and around Nanyang, and has never defeated any big city, so it is very cautious.

But Xu Changqing understood very well that although the refugee army did not conquer Kaifeng in the Battle of Central Plains, they had a big meal. It would be no exaggeration to say that the troops were strong!

During this period, Ding Qirui, Sun Chuanting and other departments seemed to have won some victories, but most of them were small fish and shrimps, and there was no support for the core results.

He glanced at Hong Chengchou's face gently. Although he pretended to be calm, Xu Changqing still felt his nervousness through some small details, which made Xu Changqing realize it.

He bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, although I have had experience in fighting with the bandits, I am not detailed enough. Judging from the map, Ding Du and Lord Sun have won several battles one after another, and the bandits have declined. This is great news."

As Xu Changqing said this, Emperor Chongzhen and Hong Chengchou both began to perform.

Although Hong Chengchou was not in the northwest at this time, he had a good relationship with Sun Chuanting. Sun Chuanting could even be regarded as Hong Chengchou's student to some extent.

To put it bluntly, the Qin army was among the nine borders, and together with the Liao army, they were two extremely large groups, with no connection.

The military history of the late Ming Dynasty was basically the military history of these two major factions.

But if you say good things, Xu Changqing still has to pour some cold water on them. After all, it is too big for a barking dog to bite people.

"The emperor, my suggestion, the northwest side still needs to strengthen vigilance. Eliminate all evil things. Being killed by snakes must not give the thieves a chance to recover! They are like locusts, which is really annoying!"

"Eliminate evil things?!"

"Haha, this word is well used. The same is true for Duke Hong! Xu Qing, I know that you have just experienced a great war and need rest, but the war in the northwest has reached this level. I really want to solve it as soon as possible! How long does it take for your retreat to go to war again?"

Emperor Chongzhen looked at Xu Changqing with a bright look.

“#￥%!”

Xu Changqing really wanted to jump up and slap Emperor Chongzhen for a moment. Isn’t he stupid?

"This, the emperor, I have suffered a lot of losses in the previous battle of Haicheng. This time I went to Beijing to serve the king, which would be even worse. If I were to recuperate, it would probably take at least a year or two to truly restore the combat power of the soldiers."

"It will take so long?"

Emperor Chongzhen frowned immediately.

Hong Chengchou finally spoke at this time and hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, this is not bad. At the entrance of the Qing army, Zhongyi Bo is the vanguard of the enemy, and it is reasonable to lose a lot of money. The old saying goes, you don't have to worry about late meals. Luonan, western Henan, Nanyang and other places are not rich areas. If our Ming Dynasty can surround these places, the thieves will be defeated without attacking them.

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, there is no need to rush for a moment.”

Emperor Chongzhen was relieved, but he was still a little unhappy. He shook his head and sighed: "The state affairs are difficult! Hong Duke, Xu Qing, in the future, I still need to rely on you!"

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After leaving the palace, the first spring rain of this year began in the capital, and Xu Changqing and Hong Chengchou also rode a carriage together.

"Changqing, don't blame the emperor, the emperor has no choice. It's hard for him. By the way, what are your plans next?"

Hong Chengchou's voice is very magnetic and full of the demeanor of an elder.

Xu Changqing certainly understood what Hong Chengchou meant, but did not rush to answer, but asked back: "What are the plans for Hong Duke's future?"

"hehe."

Hong Chengchou smiled: "You little guy is smart, so I'll walk in."

However, his face quickly became solemn and said tiredly: "This time, the entrance of the Qing army has plundered countless people and supplies. On the contrary, the Ming Dynasty has several cities withered and the vassal kings died. The overall situation of the Liao area is still a defensive! I don't have much strategic goal this year, I just hope to consolidate the defense lines between Jinzhou and Ningyuan to see if there is a chance to advance east."

Xu Changqing nodded slowly.

Although Hong Chengchou is a little unreliable, he can still be clear in the general direction, but that's it. He may have more than enough to maintain his achievements, but he can't even think about pioneering.

However, in terms of the current situation, even if the Liao salary has been reduced, this is still a chronic death! It drags the entire country and nation into the abyss of hell!

It is no wonder that later generations said: "There is no Huaxia after Yashan!"

When the small court of the Southern Song Dynasty was destroyed, Lu Xiufu, Zhang Shijie and others fought to the death. Even though they knew they were defeated, they died in battle and died in battle. Under the Yashan Mountain, hundreds of thousands of corpses floated!

But at this time the Ming Dynasty...

Seeing Xu Changqing's silence, Hong Chengchou sighed: "The state is difficult! But we must forge ahead! Changqing, I had a conversation with the emperor before, but I need to ask your opinions!"

"Please speak with the supervisor."

Although Xu Changqing was promoted by Hong Chengchou, at this point, both of them understood that the cracks and gaps in the middle had long been lingering.

Hong Chengchou nodded and said sincerely: "Changqing, have you ever thought about going back to Liaodi to help me? I have already talked with my ancestors. If you come to Liaodi, you can let them put down Jinzhou and retreat to Songxing!"

Looking at Hong Chengchou's sincere eyes, Xu Changqing just wanted to laugh.

Is this a playhouse? It sounds better than singing!

Most of the sons of the Zu family went to the Qing Dynasty, but instead wanted to put Xu Changqing in front of him. How could such a good thing happen in this world?

If it were ten years ago, no, even if Song Jin was two years ago, Xu Changqing might be able to accept it!

After all, Jinzhou is surrounded by the sea, with fertile land, and the Liao people are brave and strong. They are both bloody enemies with the Tartars. They are the best source of troops in the world and have great potential!

But at this time, the Ming Dynasty was about to collapse, but she wanted to get himself to push the tank?

"The governor, this matter is probably very difficult. Although there are more than 10,000 troops at this time, they are all new troops. Since the Tartars entered the pass, the men have already been exhausted for several consecutive battles, and they may be unable to bear the love of the governor."

Xu Changqing simply refused decisively!

Although Hong Chengchou had expected this answer for a long time, he was still a little disappointed and nodded slowly, without saying anything more.

At the intersection, wet with the drizzle of early spring, watching Hong Chengchou's carriage gradually disappear into the rain, Xu Changqing couldn't help but squint his eyes hard.
Chapter completed!