After listening to Xiao Ruxun's explanation, Shi Xing came to a sudden realization. Since ancient times, wars had not only been fought by land. If water could be used, they could also be used by water. However, as a typical inland empire, no matter which dynasty or generation, land warfare was more important than water warfare. Therefore, before this war against the Japanese, the Daming Navy had been neglected for a period of time.
In this war, Xiao Ruxun had used water to wipe out the Japanese pirates' navy at sea, opening up a path to the Japanese pirates' homeland. Then, he led his army to land on the beach, taking down Tsushima Island and the Japanese pirates' homeland, forcing the Japanese pirates to hand over the silver mountain, ceding land and paying reparations. The country was also officially divided. How many generals in the Daming Navy could have such ability? Anyway, after thinking about it, Shi Xing felt that there was only Xiao Ruxun.
However, what he found strange was that as the Northwestern Border General, Xiao Ruxun should have never seen the navy in battle. Why did he place so much importance on the navy? Moreover, in the battle report he submitted, he even suggested to reform the navy. He suggested to build large ships, large cannons with long range, and to build a powerful main force. He also suggested to eliminate a series of short-range land and sea firearms from the old era, such as the Bowl Gun, the Thunderbolt Gun, the Three-Eyed Gun, the Fierce Fire Tank, and other short-range land and sea warfare firearms, completely turning the navy into cannons.
This suggestion clearly showed that Xiao Ruxun had done a lot of research on naval warfare. However, how did a border general like him, who faced the yellow soil and ate sand every day, know so much about the navy? Good upbringing?
"Ji Xin, you mean to use the navy to load the army, then go around to the Dongwu Country's Nanhai border, then land on the water, and attack the Dongwu Country's nest from the rear?"
Shi Xing began to get excited.
"Yes, this is I's idea. Yunnan is crisscrossed with mountains and rivers, rugged roads, and a heavy atmosphere. It's very difficult to transport goods, soldiers, and ordnance. However, if we use large ships, everything becomes very easy and consumes very little. We don't need to mobilize troops in Yunnan. We can let Yunnan Governor Chen Yongbin defend the main road and prevent the Dongwu Army from attacking Yunnan. Our main force will attack the Dongwu Country's capital and destroy it in one fell swoop, recovering the Yongle Territory!"
Xiao Ruxun clenched her fists and gave a passionate speech. Shi Xing was attracted, attracted by the beautiful prospects.
"If that's really the case, Your Majesty can go to the Imperial Ancestral Temple to pray to Taizong and comfort your ancestors!"
Shi Xing sighed. "Ever since Taizong, the Daming has been losing its surrounding vassal states, and its prestige has been declining. If Ji Xin hadn't destroyed the Nihon Country and rebuilt Korea, it would be hard to say what the Daming would do. If we can destroy the Dongwu Country in the southern border, the Daming's prestige will definitely recover. That would be a blessing for the Daming."
Xiao Ruxun said, "Instead of having foreign states, it's better to establish states and counties to govern them. If the Nihon Country has a large amount of gold and silver mines, what if the Dongwu Country also has gold and silver mines? Wouldn't that be great for the Daming?"
Shi Xing's eyes suddenly lit up. He said, "If that's really the case, I will definitely report to His Majesty to build a Dongwu Town in the Dongwu Country and appoint Ji Xin as the commander-in-chief to manage the military affairs of the southern border. If Ji Xin isn't happy in the capital, she can go to the southern border. Although it's not nice to say it, the Emperor is far away from the capital. Every high official has thought about this before. However, no one is willing to go to the remote and remote central plains. It's too far away from the central plains, and the Daming won't be able to control it.
Therefore, after Yongle, many places were abandoned. It's too expensive for the national treasury to support. However, if Ji Xin has a way to maintain it, it's not impossible to establish a military town to manage it. Many places in Yunnan are doing this. There are too many aborigines, and it's not easy to manage them. It's better to use military management. What do you think, Ji Xin? "
Shi Xing's words were exactly what Xiao Ruxun was thinking. However, Xiao Ruxun knew that he couldn't show that he agreed with Shi Xing.
"It's really hard for us to be generals," Xiao Ruxun said.
It was enough to say this. Shi Xing would understand.
As expected, Shi Xing looked ashamed and averted his gaze in embarrassment. After a while, he sighed and said, "Ji Xin, there are some things that this old man is powerless to do. This old man admires your ability to manage the army and your foresight, but you must know that this is the general situation. What can this old man do by himself? However, I can tell you the truth. If you don't want to become someone's lackey, it's better to stay away from the Central Plains.
Moreover, you can't choose the Nine Regions. The Nine Regions have too many conflicts with the Imperial Court. On the other hand, Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong are remote and remote. Few people are willing to touch them. Therefore, the words of generals like you are still useful in these places. You don't have to act with your tail between your legs in the capital. To tell you the truth, even if I'm one of the Six Ministers, how can I not act with my tail between my legs in the capital? "
Xiao Ruxun faked a long sigh and said, "Sigh … Ji Xin understands the Minister's good intentions … Ji Xin will do her best! May I know when Ji Xin needs to send her troops for the war in Dongwu Country? "
Shi Xing thought for a while and said, "It's not too urgent. According to Ji Xin, I'll go back and let Chen Yongbin stay there to restrain the main forces of Dongwu Country. Ji Xin will be able to send her troops in about a month. Ji Xin should rest at home during this month. After all, she has been fighting for half a year. She needs to rest and accompany her beloved wife. If possible, she should also accompany her family for a one-month banquet. When the time comes, don't forget to send me an invitation so that I can join in the festivities."
Xiao Ruxun smiled and said, "Of course! Of course! "
Shi Xing nodded and smiled. "Then I won't delay Ji Xin from going back to accompany her beloved wife. In a few days, Ji Xin will come to the Ministry of War again. I'll go back and look for the old map. We'll talk again."
Xiao Ruxun nodded. "In that case, I will take my leave."
Shi Xing nodded. "Goodbye, Ji Xin."
Xiao Ruxun turned and left quickly. Shi Xing looked at Xiao Ruxun's back and sighed. Zhao Zhigao, who happened to be walking over, heard it.
"What's wrong, Shi Butang? It's not good to sigh on such a joyous occasion! "
Zhao Zhigao, this muddle-headed Mister Zhao, didn't have a good reputation in the court. However, he was experienced and many people were ranked behind him. Shi Xing didn't dare to be careless. He quickly said, "Cabinet Elder Zhao, I just talked to Xiao Pinglu about the war. Xiao Pinglu's ideas are very good. As expected of a famous general of our dynasty, he is knowledgeable and has sharp eyes. I admire him very much."
"Xiao Pinglu, hmm, this young man is very good. I also admire him very much."
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