As for whether he would think it over carefully, Zhu Xiong Ying felt there was no need to consider it too much, because he didn't make certain decisions on a whim. He had given some thought to certain things and wouldn't change his mind just because of the opposition of some people.

Zhu Xiong Ying naturally understood the concerns of Fu Youde and others, which was quite understandable.

Clearly, this isn't a matter of a subject dying for his sovereign; it's simply that many people lack confidence in this attack on Goryeo. Moreover, it's a cross-sea operation, and many are worried about unforeseen events on the vast ocean.

Under such circumstances, it's natural to feel worried. There was considerable opposition to Zhu Xiong Ying's desire to go to Korea. Ultimately, it was a foreign land, and people were uneasy about the situation.

Zhu Xiong Ying was clearly also considering his own plan, and he was also considering that this operation must be a decisive victory.

Since victory is a must, all aspects need to be considered. Zhu Xiong Ying is no longer concerned about being attacked from both sides, and he needs to take the defense of the nine border regions even more seriously.

Several princes had to rush to the north to garrison and provide reinforcements, and around the same time, other garrisons also needed to begin their deployment. This was because the main army in Liaodong was heading towards Goryeo to contain the Goryeo forces advancing on Busan.

Zhu Xiong Ying clearly has her own decisions and judgments, and knows what she should do.

Having arranged everything, Zhu Xiong Ying wouldn't linger any longer. He knew very well that once he led his army to Goryeo, there was no need to worry about the affairs of the nine border regions of the Ming Dynasty; Old Zhu would handle everything.

Some of the women had already returned to Yingtian Prefecture ahead of schedule, which made Zhu Xiong Ying feel much more at ease. Although he knew that long-distance sea voyages carried certain risks in this day and age, he didn't need to worry too much.

Furthermore, Zhu Xiong Ying was well aware that his initial concern was that the nomadic tribes in the north would collude with Goryeo. However, the next step was that once the Ming army began its advance and exerted pressure, Goryeo would have to worry about being attacked from both sides.

After all, they were familiar with this route, and besides, the Ming Dynasty's powerful navy was almost everywhere along it. Fishermen from Goryeo and Japan might have to ask the Ming Dynasty's navy for permission before setting sail.

There's nothing to worry about. All that's needed now is to rush reinforcements. Since Yi Seong-gye wants to boost morale in the army and among the people, Zhu Xiong Ying doesn't mind giving them a huge blow and making the newly usurped Yi Seong-gye pay an extremely heavy price.

This might not be a war of annihilation, but Zhu Xiong Ying still needs to ensure that Goryeo dares not bare its teeth after this battle. If this battle demoralizes Yi Seong-gye and causes internal strife in Goryeo, that would be even better.

Once we take control of Goryeo, it will be much easier to significantly increase our military presence in Japan. At that point, we won't just be guarding a small piece of territory anymore; it might even become a war of annihilation.

Without further hesitation, Zhu Xiong Ying went his own way. He began to mobilize troops, not only increasing manpower in the nine border regions, but also sending troops to Tianjin to reinforce Busan.

In fact, the generals leading the troops didn't need to worry at all, not to mention the two young generals Xu Yungong and Chang Mao. The main thing was that Feng Sheng was stationed in Japan. He was the general who had previously suppressed Fu Youde and Lan Yu. In fact, Lan Yu and Fu Youde had both been Feng Sheng's deputies.

Goryeo had no shortage of great generals, but it lacked enough manpower.

It's unavoidable that we only need to take the Shenji Battalion ahead; although it's only a thousand men and about ten small cannons, it doesn't matter much. Supplies are continuously being supplied from Busan, and there's no shortage of large-caliber artillery for defense.

Marquis Zhu Shou was clearly a little flustered. He had considered leading supplies and troops to provide reinforcements. However, he never expected that it would be His Highness the Crown Prince himself leading the troops, let alone that the Crown Prince would personally lead an expedition!

Although Zhu Shou was worried and afraid of unexpected events, there was nothing he could do.

The five-clawed golden dragon armor and the imperial sword at his waist—the Crown Prince's attire was no joke. Moreover, the Crown Prince's power and prestige left Zhu Shou with no room for dissent. Even if he angered the Emperor this time, it wouldn't matter, as long as the Crown Prince returned in triumph!

Zhu Xiong Ying's flagship was naturally the largest and most stable. In addition to the most reliable sailors, the guards on board were also trusted personal guards whom Zhu Xiong Ying could rely on.

Sailing rapidly towards Busan on the vast ocean, Zhu Xiong Ying realized she had overestimated herself. She was a little seasick at first, but thankfully, after vomiting for a while, she gradually got used to it and it wasn't a big deal.

The fast horse arrived at Yingtian Prefecture. This was not a force sent by Zhu Xiong Ying, but rather Song Zhong's subordinates. The Crown Prince insisted on personally leading the expedition, which was an extremely important matter. Naturally, the Imperial Guards dared not conceal such a thing; to do so would surely be a capital offense.

Old Zhu was naturally shocked to receive the secret letter. As a former soldier, he knew how brutal such a battle could be. Although he looked down on Japan and Korea, this was a cross-sea war.

Furthermore, on the vast ocean, many Ming Dynasty ships have sunk over the years for various reasons. This is more worrying than anything else. Old Zhu doesn't believe the Ming army will be defeated; he is more concerned about these uncontrollable factors.

Immediately draft an imperial edict, including letters and messages to the family. Only by launching such a combined attack can there be any chance of calling back the troublesome grandson.

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