mtlumby2d Chapter 1598: Boosting the Morale of the Army
Chapter 1598: Boosting the Morale of the Army
Zhou Zheng kept his eyes fixed on Fang Shicai's back until he completely disappeared.
"I think Lei Tong has done a lot of work."
There was not much smile on Zhou Zheng's face. He knew that the person who contributed the most to the paralysis of the imperial court this time was none other than Lei Tong.
He put himself in danger and put the court's plan at an absolute disadvantage. In addition, the alchemist had just returned to report. If nothing unexpected happened, the court would have underestimated the enemy to the extreme.
As long as the imperial court underestimates the enemy, Zhou Zheng has absolute confidence even if it is 50,000 against 300,000.
"Emperor Jing was really foolish that day. He let the prime minister take charge. Little did he know that this time the only chance for the entire court would be completely crushed by him."
"The Musketeers are retreating. Have they been kicked in the head by a donkey?"
Zhou Ping smiled coldly, he knew the power of muskets better than anyone else, but these idiots actually wanted to use muskets to hold the line, in order to prevent the army from escaping.
He had always seen muskets pointed at the enemy, but this was the first time Zhou Ping saw a musket pointed at one's own people.
Zhou Zheng didn't say anything. He knew better than anyone that Lei Tong had already tried his best.
"This time, we can only win, not lose."
"Any defeat could cause Lei Tong to fall into an abyss from which there is no return."
The solemn voice made everyone bow their heads slightly. They naturally knew Zhou Zheng's worries. It can be said that Lei Tong now has the trust of the court and the absolute trust of the prime minister.
But such trust also poses great threats.
That is, once the imperial court is defeated and the prime minister finds an opportunity, the first thing he will do is to kill Lei Tong completely.
No mercy, no hesitation.
Therefore, Zhou Zheng’s victory this time is not only for his own victory, for the overall victory, but also for Lei Tong’s victory.
"Don't worry, boss. We have everything ready."
"As long as 300,000 troops arrive in front of the city, it will be enough to wipe them out."
Zhou Ping's pupils flickered and a cold light flashed in his eyes.
They had already prepared for this battle.
Since the imperial court wants to have a decisive battle in broad daylight, they will fight to the end!
"It's a pity that there are not enough muskets and bullets. Otherwise, there would be nothing to worry about."
Xiao Guan sighed lightly. The muskets that Lei Tong and others risked their lives to deliver were only over a thousand and the bullets were no more than ten thousand.
Such a number is obviously not enough when facing an army of 300,000.
If there were enough muskets and unlimited bullets, let alone the fact that they only had 50,000 people, even if there were only 5,000 people, it would be enough to completely defeat this 300,000-strong army.
"That's right. This is not Kyoto after all. We lack some necessary raw materials."
"Otherwise, with your majesty's great power, it would be easy to forge an explosive pack."
Xiao Guan thought of the explosive packs Zhou Zheng had made in the northern border. He was a dear one to him. Unfortunately, the land here was vast and sparsely populated, lacking resources, and lacking skilled craftsmen, making everything difficult to achieve.
"No problem. As long as the imperial musketeers are not at the front, we still have the initiative in the battle."
After taking a deep breath, Xiao Mu's expression became much more serious.
"Your Majesty, do you really believe what Fang Shicai said?"
At this moment, Yun Yun, who had been silent, spoke. Among the many women, she was the only one who had a big picture.
However, she really couldn't understand how stupid the prime minister was to make the decision to let the musketeer stand at the back.
"He didn't lie."
Zhou Zheng nodded, his eyes full of confidence.
He knows human nature too well, better than anyone else, and he knows that analyzing everything based on human nature is the best approach.
Of course, there is another reason, which is that Zhou Zheng also had no choice.
He could only trust Fang Shicai, because only if he believed in it, would the people around him and the 50,000 elite soldiers in the city believe it.
If you are worried about yourself, then the morale of the army will be unstable and there will be no possibility of winning the war.
Seeing Zhou Zheng so confident, Yun Yun breathed a sigh of relief, and the others were also less panicked.
"Now, the biggest problem is those new troops of the Zhenbei Army."
Xiao Guan's voice was not loud, but it shocked everyone's heart.
Looking up, the shape of three hundred heads formed outside the city was still clearly visible.
Thousands of soldiers on the city walls looked pale and had no will to fight. Some were even dejected and listless, and even wanted to flee the scene right away.
Sure enough, the court’s deterrence was demonstrated.
Relying solely on 10,000 elite Zhenbei troops is far from enough!
"Gather all the soldiers together."
"Only by boosting the morale of the troops can we have a chance to fight."
Zhou Zheng was not surprised by this situation; instead, it was all within his expectations.
When Fang Shicai reminded Zhou Zheng, he had vaguely guessed something, but Zhou Zheng ignored it and even let these new soldiers from Zhenbei watch it in order to make them have a real reaction.
This kind of true reaction cannot be faked by soldiers and generals, and only in this way can the imperial court be completely careless!
"Yes!"
Xiao Guan is a wise man. Only such a screening can make the court completely at ease. However, the risks involved are also huge. If adjustments cannot be made quickly, then the situation will be disastrous.
Fortunately, he never doubted Zhou Zheng!
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Tens of thousands of new troops stationed in the north gathered together at this time.
The news of Touguan's death had already spread throughout the army. Even though no one spoke out at this time, their decadent expressions had already explained everything.
Zhou Zheng slowly walked up to the crowd and glanced around, but in the deepest part of his eyes, there was still a hint of disappointment.
He still held onto a glimmer of hope and luck for the Zhenbei New Army.
He hoped that after several rounds of growth, the Zhenbei New Army would be able to truly become a fearless elite. Unfortunately, it now seemed that he still overestimated them.
The war hasn't started yet, but we are afraid already!
If it were in the past, given Zhou Zheng's temperament, he would have already made an example of this and established his authority.
How can a soldier who doesn't even dare to fight be qualified to call himself an elite?
However, the situation is different now, and Zhou Zheng must first appease these soldiers.
"I'm sure you all already know what happened in the first observation."
"But, what do you think will happen next?"
Zhou Zheng did not make any excuses or hide anything, but spoke directly to the point. His straightforwardness surprised many soldiers. After all, in the eyes of many people, Zhou Zheng would find ways and use strategies to make them think that the temple was just an accident.
But Zhou Zheng explained the reasons for the appearance of these head views in just one sentence.
It was nothing else but being beheaded after surrendering.
"I know that you have long been afraid of fighting and have long been ready to surrender."
"But do you know what will happen if you surrender? Will the imperial court really let you go?"
Zhou Zheng changed the subject, adding a hint of coldness and threat to his words. Those three hundred people will be the fate of these tens of thousands of Zhenbei New Army~!
They had surrendered voluntarily, but what did they get in return? Their bodies were torn apart!
"So, I can tell you clearly that surrendering a day ago was too late! Surrendering now is even later!"
"Once the city gate is breached and you lose the decisive battle, there will be only one outcome for you all, and that is to be torn into pieces!"
Zhou Zheng's voice was very loud and almost reached the minds of every soldier.
His voice was very straightforward, without any twists and turns.
He just used the most primitive and simple way to tell people that surrender is a dead end.
This is not Zhou Zheng’s conclusion or speculation, but the court has already done so!
"So, if you want to survive, if you want to have a future and understand, there are only two words!"
"Fight to the death!!!"
Veins bulged on Zhou Zheng's face, his eyes were wide open, and bloodshot.
In this world, the winner always has the final say.
If you are a loser, you will never be qualified to negotiate terms.
"The war hasn't started yet, we still have a chance to win the decisive battle!"
"If you give up now, you will be at the mercy of others and will surely die!"
Zhou Zheng's voice continued, and at this time, many of the Zhenbei New Army had raised their heads.
Although they didn't know anything about military tactics, they understood clearly the interests involved that Zhou Zheng talked about.
"I have said that if you win this battle, you will all be rich and prosperous!"
"If I lose, it can be considered a manly act. I have fought hard for myself and I have no regrets!"
"Only those who stand there waiting to die and don't fight for themselves are cowards!"
"Putting your hopes on the kindness of your enemies is the most cowardly and incompetent thing."
"It is meaningful only if you hold hope in your own hands!"
Buzz! ! !
Zhou Zheng's words were powerful and resounding.
These words also made the tens of thousands of Zhenbei New Army raise their heads, and a hint of murderous intent gradually filled their eyes!
That’s right, we are all flesh and blood, we are all fighting for life and death, why can’t I be the one who survives? !
If death is destined, it is better to bloom once before death, and to be glorious once before death.
At least, on the road to the underworld, there is something to brag about!
For a moment, the morale, which had been extremely low, was recovering at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Seeing this scene, Xiao Guan and others finally let go of their worries.
He knew that only in this way would there be a chance for a decisive battle!