The fall of the Khorchin tribe shocked the Mongolian tribes on the grassland. Between the Ming Dynasty and the Later Jin Dynasty, how to choose? Anyone who is not blind or stupid can make the right choice.
This was also the main reason why Zhu Youxiao sent troops to help, to defeat the Khorchin who were dependent on the Later Jin, to dispel the illusions of the fence-sitters, and to completely isolate the Later Jin.
It can be said that this operation was a great success. The Khorchin, the only tribe truly attached to the Later Jin, was destroyed, and the five Inner Khalkha tribes, who had been sitting on the fence, completely turned to the Ming Dynasty.
As for the annihilation of 5,000 Jiannu and the capture of Amin and other high-ranking officers of the Later Jin Dynasty, it was a pleasant surprise for Zhu Youxiao.
The messenger reporting the victory was rushing to the capital as fast as possible, and the victorious army also returned to Guangning and temporarily rested in Tuanshan Fort.
In addition to destroying 5,000 Jiannu cavalry, the Ming army also suffered more than 2,000 casualties.
If Amin had not chosen to retreat, which he thought was smart, and the Ming army had not blocked his way with their positions and muskets, the Ming army's casualties might have been even greater.
The Mongolian coalition also suffered certain casualties, especially the most dedicated Zalantu tribe, but they also gained more.
The captured war horses, armor and weapons were the result of an agreement reached with the Ming army, as well as the vast pastures equivalent to the later Khorchin Right Wing Middle Banner and Left Wing Middle Banner, and the herdsmen on the pastures.
It was precisely because of the efforts of the Zalantu tribe that the Ming army designated this area to the Zalantu tribe as a buffer warning for the northern part of Guangning.
The rest of the Khorchin pastures were taken over by the Chahar tribe. However, in reality, the Chahar tribe only left a small number of troops to garrison the city of Gelezhuergen, while most of the pastures and herders were annexed by the Inner Khalkha tribes.
After the division of the spoils, the Ming army seemed unwilling to intervene in the grassland situation. They only favored the Zalantu tribe and their intention to support it was obvious.
For the Zarut tribe, not only was the quota for horse market transactions increased, but the leader Ang'an's son Nuk was also allowed to go to the capital to participate in the captive offering.
It can be said that this attitude of the Ming court was a real protection for the Zalantu tribe and a disguised incentive for other Mongolian tribes.
Lindan Batur's ambition to "pacify the country" is becoming more and more obvious. The only two countries that can compete with him are the Ming Dynasty and the Later Jin Dynasty. But looking at the current strength and situation of the Later Jin Dynasty, who would be stupid enough to surrender to it if they can't even protect the Khorchin tribe?
The combat effectiveness displayed by the Ming army in attacking the city of Gelezhuergen and annihilating Amin's troops, on the one hand, intimidated the Chahar people, and on the other hand, made it easier for the Mongolian tribes to make choices.
With the Ming army protecting them, the Later Jin Dynasty was not to be feared, and Lindan Batur would not easily become an enemy of the Ming army. The thinking of the Mongolian tribes was so simple and practical.
People are practical, that's an undeniable truth. If you can't demonstrate your abilities, who will follow you? If you can't afford to eat and drink, who will work for you?
It was precisely because of this understanding and putting it into practice that Zhu Youxiao was able to sit firmly on the throne and the strength of the "Emperor's Party" expanded rapidly.
There is no way. Who made him a time traveler? Who made him firmly believe that he is right and the truth is in his hands? Only by following his guidance can the Ming Dynasty become strong again?
Those who support you should be promoted and reused even if they are flatterers; those who question and oppose you should not be used with confidence no matter how talented or noble their character is.
Of course, making the best use of people and things is also an applicable principle for Zhu Youxiao.
For example, Yang Lian did a good job as the governor of Henan. He was a stubborn person. He was ruthless and impartial to all the vassal states, powerful people, and gentry who broke the law.
As for the memorials submitted, Zhu Youxiao published those that he liked and kept those that he did not want to hear, pretending that he had not seen or heard them all.
The same principle applies to Zuo Guangdou: focus on your water conservancy work in Shaanxi and don't get involved in the affairs of the imperial court. Once Shaanxi is almost done, he will be appointed as the Imperial River Patrol Envoy to inspect and supervise the construction of water conservancy facilities in various places!
There was also Li Banghua, a backbone figure of the Donglin Party, who succeeded Bi Ziyan as the governor of Tianjin. He worked diligently and made Tianjin gradually become the largest seaport in the north, laying a solid foundation for the transportation of grain from the south to the north.
Precisely because officials are not distinguished by labels, the use of factory guards and the reuse of the Inspectorate to purge corrupt officials will not cause much public opinion from both the government and the public.
The charges were proven, and the punishment was severe. Compared with Taizu who was skinned and stuffed with straw, and beheaded after being fined 60 taels of silver, it was still not "brutal" enough.
However, Zhu Youxiao's severe punishment for corruption was no less effective than Zhu Taizu's. What was the reason?
In fact, it is very simple. If a corrupt official commits a crime, his whole family will suffer. They will be exiled to a remote place and face death, which is not much better than beheading him immediately.
Zhu Youxiao used cruel and inhumane methods of collective responsibility and punishment by association, but its deterrent effect was extraordinary.
Aren't you greedy? In the end, your property will be confiscated and nothing will be left for you. Your parents, brothers, wife and son will also suffer.
For more than a year, Zhu Youxiao had been adhering to such harsh laws. Although not many people were killed, the trend of corruption was basically curbed.
The so-called curb means, of course, that fewer corrupt officials will be punished, but we still need to dig deeper, investigate further, and persevere.
Don't think that everything will be fine once you retire and return home. Don't think this is just a passing fad; the crackdown will not change while I am in power.
"Your Majesty, I thank you for your grace." Sun Chengzong knelt down and kowtowed, and was then helped up by the palace servants ordered by the emperor.
"Master Sun, please stand up and take a seat." Zhu Youxiao was very happy and smiled. Liu Xingzuo was basically a great success and was on his way to the capital. The foundation of southern Liaoning was solid and the situation was very good!
The welfare benefits for officials - heatstroke prevention subsidies - were also implemented. Others were not qualified to express their gratitude in person, and only Sun Chengzong had this opportunity when he reported on military affairs.
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