lcionline Chapter 199 Chongzhen's Helplessness
Chapter 199 Chongzhen's Helplessness
Facing Chongzhen's Problems
Several trusted ministers fell into silence!
They secretly sighed in their hearts: This emperor is really not qualified at all!
He has absolutely no idea how to play political games and control the government.
He looked more like an impulsive and reckless young man who was totally unqualified for the high position of emperor.
When a person sits on the throne of emperor.
Most of the time, we can no longer distinguish between likes and dislikes!
Because your likes and dislikes are not important.
What is important is whether the advancement or ending of a thing is in the interests of the court?
This is the most critical and important thing.
However, Chongzhen did not seem to realize this.
He always sees something new, or a good policy.
Then he immediately turned around and discovered the shortcomings of the court.
Then they couldn't wait to implement reforms.
But he overlooked the most important aspect - the actual situation.
The original intention and purpose of the reform are certainly good.
But if one were to act so blindly as Chongzhen did.
The result will inevitably run counter to the original idea...
Emperor Chongzhen!
When will you understand this truth?
The ministers looked at him worriedly.
My heart is filled with helplessness and worry.
They knew very well that if Chongzhen continued to act like this, it would be a real headache!
However, as subjects, what can they do?
Especially Wang Huazhen and Yuan Chonghuan, and a series of officials behind them.
It is now deeply bound to Emperor Chongzhen.
And lost their roots in the north.
Anyway, if the emperor suddenly died, another emperor who no longer trusted them would come to power.
Then their end will soon come.
They are all grasshoppers on a rope.
So don't do anything rash!
……
Several ministers remained silent.
Emperor Chongzhen asked again: "Is it really impossible to reform now?"
Yuan Chonghuan: "Your Majesty, the time has not come yet!"
Wang Huazhen: "Mao Wenlong and his men are coming with great force. We should focus on maintaining internal stability and avoid creating any more complications!"
Emperor Chongzhen looked at Wang Chengen who remained silent.
Perhaps Wang Chengen is the only one who will unconditionally support what he wants to do.
But what’s the use if only Wang Chengen supports it?
Alone and powerless.
I am all alone!
The helpless Emperor Chongzhen.
Just put this matter aside for now
Then Chongzhen asked another question: "How are the improvements on the muskets I asked you to make?"
Wang Huazhen: "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I have tried every possible way to make the guns and cannons that Mao Wenlong and his men used, but to no avail.
Their gun control is so strict that we can't get any samples at all. Even the bullet casings they use have to be recycled after the war.
The factory guards tried their best, but they only managed to get some shells. But judging from the craftsmanship of those shells, we currently have no way to imitate them!"
Emperor Chongzhen frowned and said, "Is there really no solution? How long have Mao Wenlong and his team been developing this technology? Why can they make it but we can't?"
Then he turned to Wang Chengen and ordered, "Tell the people of the East Factory and the Embroidered Uniform Guard to do everything they can to get a few guns. Whoever can get a gun will be rewarded handsomely."
Wang Chengen: "Your Majesty, rest assured. I will find a way to get the gun back no matter what the cost..."
Emperor Chongzhen: "We must find a way to get the guns back. We must also not stop our own research. We must try our best to make breakthroughs and make better guns and artillery."
Wang Huazhen: "Your Majesty, Bi Maokang, who is quite knowledgeable about firearms, has brought a group of skilled craftsmen with him, and after some research and modification, he has produced a flintlock rifle.
The structure and performance of the flintlock gun were not much different from the previous bird gun, but the ignition device was improved. The matchlock ignition method was improved to flint ignition.
This percussion flintlock rifle, when the trigger is pressed down, ignites due to friction between the spring and the flint. This not only overcomes the difficulty of shooting caused by wind and rain, but also eliminates the need to press the trigger manually, making aiming more accurate and ready to fire at any time.
The flintlock rifle is equipped with a flint automatic ignition device, which is not afraid of wind and rain and does not require a matchlock to ignite in advance. The firing speed and accuracy are greatly improved. After the Shenji Battalion is equipped with this gunpowder gun, its combat effectiveness will definitely be greatly improved..."
The terms mentioned by Wang Huazhen.
Emperor Chongzhen didn't understand at all.
However, the gunpowder gun has been improved and has become more useful than before.
He could understand this point.
Finally there is some good news.
It made Emperor Chongzhen depressed.
It's just a little bit better!
Emperor Chongzhen: "Okay, give generous rewards to all those who have made contributions, and tell them to keep up the good work. I will give them generous rewards for their contributions in the future..."
Wang Huazhen: "Your Majesty is wise and merciful..."
Emperor Chongzhen looked at Yuan Chonghuan and said, "My dear Yuan, how is the rectification of the garrisons and the training of the new army going?"
Yuan Chonghuan: "Your Majesty, all the garrisons around Nanjing have completed their initial rectification.
The old and weak have been eliminated and replaced with a number of young and strong men. Food and wages have all been distributed. They are now undergoing intensive training and should be able to be sent to the battlefield soon.
As for the new army, after a period of training, it has basically been formed. I would like to equip the new army with the flintlock guns that Lord Wang mentioned, and I would like to ask for your permission. "
Emperor Chongzhen: "Okay, how many troops do we have now?"
Yuan Chonghuan: "The garrisons in other places are still being reorganized and have not yet formed combat effectiveness. Now there are only more than 30 troops with real combat effectiveness!"
More than 30 troops sounds like a lot.
If it was before Mao Wenlong's rise.
Emperor Chongzhen had so many troops at his command.
I guess he would wake up laughing in his dreams.
With such a large army, he can further control financial power and the power to appoint and dismiss officials.
That way, he can follow his ambitions.
Come and govern this world well.
We can work hard to revive the Ming Dynasty...
The idea is beautiful, but the reality is cruel.
Thinking of the unstoppable army under Mao Wenlong.
The limited military force of Emperor Chongzhen.
It doesn't work at all!
Then Emperor Chongzhen’s good mood disappeared in an instant!
The situation is not as good as others.
Emperor Chongzhen was also helpless!
It seems that we can only pin our hopes on the southern expedition.
As long as the southern expedition goes smoothly, we will have a foothold in the Southeast Peninsula.
If Mao Wenlong and his men really want to press on.
Emperor Chongzhen and his men also had a way out.
Otherwise there is no place to retreat.
Then it's really all over!
Those aristocratic families and interest groups are actively preparing a way out for themselves.
Wasn't Emperor Chongzhen also preparing a retreat for himself?
Emperor Chongzhen thought of this.
Order Wang Chengen again.
We must get samples of guns and artillery at all costs...