Bumubutai's words suddenly made Sony and Xuanye unable to react. Xuanye was thinking about letting Sony do this. After all, the only person he trusted was Sony, but Sony wanted to follow Xuanye to assist. After all, the westward migration carried by the emperor was the foundation of the Qing Dynasty. However, he did not expect that this dangerous errand was actually borne by the Empress Dowager.

"This is not OK, ancestor!"

"No, Empress Dowager, the emperor is still young and cannot do without you. My safety in the Qing Dynasty is now up to you." Sony and Xuanye both urged him.

Bumubutai stood up with a cane and said, "No need to say more, this burden belongs to my old woman. I am fifty-six and have moved thousands of miles away. Maybe I will die on the road. It is better to take advantage of this old bones that have not fallen apart and then contribute to the Qing Dynasty. As for the emperor, Xuanye is no longer a child. He is already a young eagle with wings flying. When the westward migration is completed, the thousands of miles of rivers and mountains will be like the vast sea and the fish leaps, and the sky is high and the birds fly. I don't need the support of me, the old woman, to do it. But you, Sony, can still help him for a few years."

Xuanye and Sony persuaded him several times, but Bumubutai was unmoved, but they knew very well that this was the best choice. Within the scope controlled by the Qing court, most Mongolian tribes migrated from the south of the desert gathered on both sides of the Krulun River and the Hulunbuir area. These tribes controlled by Manchu and Mongolian nobles were actually in a semi-independent state. They were allowed to migrate in the late winter, but it was impossible for Bumubutai, a clan who was both prestige and close relatives to come forward.

"Okay, you two don't want your mother-in-law and mother anymore. Now we should discuss the specific matters of moving westward and come up with a practical solution." Bumubutai urged.

Sony immediately expanded the map and discussed it with the emperor and the Empress Dowager. In the past two years, the situation in the northern part of the desert has been changing. For example, the Qing court originally chose Kulun, but it moved southwest to Helin at the foot of Hangai Mountain two years ago. In addition to the city foundation left by the Mongol Empire, Beiyuan and Khalkhatu Xietu Khan tribes, more importantly, this was once the center of the Mongol Empire, which was of great symbolic significance to ruling the Mongolian tribes.

However, Helin also has the important task of responding to the military threats south of the Hanhai Sea, so there are a large number of elite troops here. However, the Manchu tribe lives in the area of ​​Kulun where the water is abundant. It can be said that the elite soldiers are in Helin and Manchuria are in Kulun. Xuanye and the three of them discussed for a while and decided on the charter. First, they dispatched troops to Helin to Helin in the name of the emperor's personal expedition of Weng Jinhe, and then went south to Weng Jinhe to confront the imperial Northern Expedition Army to cover the evacuation. When the troops retreated westward or there might be an irresponsible enemy situation, the army also retreated westward.

However, the tribes and the army's retreat routes are different. Both are retreating northwest along Hangai Mountain, but the tribes are on the northern foot of the mountains and the army is south of the mountains. This allows the army and the towering Hangai Mountains to cover the retreating divisions. Advancing along the mountains also facilitates the acquisition of the necessary fuel for winter and spring. The winter pastures in the north of the desert are mostly located in the wind-sick valleys, and there are also forage to feed livestock, so that the Dingkou and livestock can be preserved as much as possible.

Of course, migration is still difficult, and a large army must be gathered to fight. Sony's first requirement is to recruit cattle and sheep from all tribes, and then slaughter the animals as food for marching and migration. During the migration process along the way, the livestock forage from the tribes along the way is constantly requisitioned, and the water can be exhausted when necessary. The first target station of the army and tribe is the Ulya Sutai River area at the end of the western end of Hangaishan.

The second battle was the Kobdo area that arrived west along the Ulya Sutai River. When we arrived here, even if we reached the northern desert, the border between the various Western Regions and Russia was at the junction of the Western Regions and Russia, it was very convenient whether we entered the Western Regions south or northwest to the old land of the Siberian Khanate.

But it is obvious that these migration channels will pass through Zasaktu Khan's territory before they arrive at their destination. As the father-in-law of the Qing Dynasty, Zasaktu Khan took out half of his people and wealth during the marriage. This time, the westward migration plan did not count his gains and losses, and the largest part of the material support needed by the army and the migrant tribe were provided by him. Whether Zasaktu Khan himself was willing was still not under the consideration of the top leaders of the Qing court.

In the distant capital, the center of the empire also issued a war mobilization order. When Xu Hanfeng's vanguard army arrived on the banks of the Wengjin River and set foot on his feet, it proved that the imperial army could arrive in the northern desert in winter, the Northern Expedition and National War entered a state of full mobilization. The army in combat readiness quickly gathered into the frontier war zone, and the second-line troops that had not received the order before also began to enter the preparation state. Because of the early preparations in terms of materials, the Imperial Army quickly completed the war mobilization, and the entire north of the empire was boiling.

The soldiers marched northward with full armed forces, and the handicraft workshops in the north and coastal areas were also in full production. The largest material supply line was from the Tianjin Port Area, where supplies were received from the coastal ports of the Empire, and then arrived in Tongzhou by land transportation, Gubeikou, then left the pass and headed north, entering the Yanbei Appeasement Zone. Tongzhou now became a military important place, with vehicles loaded with materials everywhere. The military officers checked the materials on the vehicles one by one, and the military police made the strictest inventory.

The inspection process is very strict. The license plate number, quantity of materials, destination, etc. of the baggage truck must be fully corresponding to the corresponding number before it can be released. The temporary military police will also randomly check the quality of the materials. Once there is any trick in it, they will immediately investigate and punish them strictly. This system is now under the command of King Li Jundu of the British King. Although such verification inevitably reduces efficiency, the military discipline under the British King is extremely strict. After several years of civil and military affairs in the north, the imperial army once again felt the ruthlessness of the Iron Blood Commander.

The empire's huge war machine started again, for a huge national war. Almost all people were insignificant in this war. It was just a small part of the machine that only needed to run in an orderly manner according to its own trajectory and rhythm.

"It's really a good way for the King of England to take on such a heavy responsibility. The only one in the empire who can take on such a heavy responsibility is that King of England." Cao Yu returned from an inspection in Tianjin and observed all the actions of the imperial logistics department along the way, and couldn't help but say in praise.

After hearing Cao Yu's comment, Li Mingxun smiled and said, "Speaking of this, my son is not inferior to me in terms of war. When it comes to decisive killing, I am still inferior to him."

Cao Yu smiled with him. Recently, he also found that the emperor's evaluation of the King of England was getting higher and higher. Perhaps it was because of the war, or perhaps it was the rumored battle for the throne of the British King of England that had the upper hand. At this moment, the attendant came to report that the King of England arrived. Li Mingxun said to Cao Yu: "Take the guards and the military police first, and arrive at the Yanbei Appeasement Zone. Let's meet again and go."

"Yes, the emperor." Cao Yu responded, and saw King Ying coming in, bowed his head slightly, and left straight away.

Li Mingxun stood in front of the ground-to-ground mirror, wearing armor. His hand reached his armpit and wanted to pull the tied rope buckle, but he couldn't reach it. With a slight force, he suddenly felt a pain in his chest. He screamed. Li Jundu immediately stepped forward, supported the emperor, and asked, "Father, what's wrong?"

As he said that, Li Jundu waved and asked someone to bring the stool quickly and helped the emperor sit down. Li Mingxun breathed a few breaths and pulled the armor in anger, saying, "I haven't worn this thing for many years. I'm so tired. I don't know if it's because I've gained weight in the Forbidden City over the years. The armor is not fit. As soon as he exerted force, the armor leaves grabbed the flesh on his chest, which really hurts."

Li Mingxun complained that his son had helped him untie his armor. He slightly pulled open the robe inside and found that there was indeed a bruise on his chest. Li Jundu hurriedly said, "Father, let me change it."

"It's too late. I'm going north tomorrow. The army has already set off. Today the imperial guards and military police have left. The middle army is still waiting for me." Li Mingxun waved his hand and wanted to get things in the box, but his chest hurts so much. He shouted: "Third, the third brother comes to help his father get things. He will know how to sleep, sleep at night and sleep during the day. See how fat you are."

Li Junwei smacked his lips and rubbed his sleepy eyes and walked out. When he saw King Ying, he called out to his elder brother and yawned again. The emperor complained, "Just be careful and ask you to help, why are you still asleep?"

"Dinner, what kind of dim sum?" Li Junwei asked immediately, his eyes emitting a shiny light.

"You want to eat nothing, help your father get things. There is a list in the box at the top." Li Mingxun said.

After being scolded again in vain, Li Junwei muttered a few words, twisted his fat butt, and went to the box to search. After tossing and turning, he found the list the emperor wanted. Li Mingxun glanced at it and threw it to his eldest son.

Li Jundu opened and glanced and found that they were all vassals in the various appeasement areas, mainly Manchu and Mongolian tribes. Some of them were ticked out with red pens. After a little thought, you will know that they are now working in the Lifan Academy in the capital, and the other one is enjoying a happy life in his own Zasak.

"Father, is this?" Li Jundu asked in confusion.

"These are well-known among the vassal ministers under the Lifan Yuan. In terms of bloodline, prestige or military achievements, they are also influential on the border. During your reign, you will find a way to gather them all together. You may not go to the capital, or go to the general's garrison in various appeasement zones or Shenyang.

The Northern Expedition must take some risks. If the front line is not smooth, as long as I get my secret order, I will immediately execute all the people on the list so that these people will not cause trouble." Li Mingxun ordered.

Li Jundu nodded slightly, but complained that the emperor was too cautious in his work. He was defeated before the battle and planned ahead, which seemed a bit too much.

"Since you understand, go and do your business." As usual, the emperor asked to leave after he explained the matter. During this period, the emperor was like this to the prince and the King of Ying, but he was very caring for the third brother Li Junwei, which made people jealous.

Seeing that there were no outsiders around, Li Jundu whispered: "Father, my son has something to tell my father."

"Oh, what's the matter that must be done mysteriously? Can't it be said in the official document?" The emperor seemed a little impatient.

Li Jundu insisted: "It's about the prince."

"Oh, what did your brother do to report to you, the brother. With your personality, you shouldn't be like this." Li Mingxun narrowed his eyes and said with a smile.

"It's not a small matter. If you talk about it in a big way, it's about the century-old foundation of the empire." Li Jundu said seriously. He was about to say it, but was stopped by the emperor.

"Boss, wait." The emperor stopped him and asked, "You tell me first, is this matter the prince's official business or private matter."

"This...this is the crown prince, the crown prince, should have no private affairs."

"Okay, it's very good. We don't think he is the prince, just think he is your brother, your brother's business or your private affairs?" Li Mingxun asked persistently.

Li Jundu gritted his teeth and said, "It should be considered a private matter."

"Very good, is that a good thing or a bad thing," the emperor asked again.

Hearing this, Li Jundu regretted it a little. It seemed that the situation was wrong, but he couldn't say what was wrong. But it was impossible to stop at this time. He had to say: "It's both a good thing, but it may also be a bad thing."

"Just say, it's a good thing or a bad thing in the end."

Li Junduo said: "It should develop into a bad thing."

"Will I get angry if I know?"

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"Where is your mother?"

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"If you help, can you help solve it? Just like when Jun Hong fought in school when he was a child, you secretly took someone to beat the other party, which not only helped Jun Hong to vent his anger, but also did not cause trouble, just like that time." The emperor asked.

"It is related to the prince, son minister, son minister, and son minister are not able to do anything."

"This is wrong. Your brother's private affairs may have bad consequences. As a brother, you have soldiers and power, what power can you do? Could it be that you don't want to help your brother, but just came to me to make a report, making me hate him?" the emperor asked at the end.

Li Jundu shook his head repeatedly. He originally wanted to expose the relationship between the prince and the Zhu Ming Restorationists. At this time, the emperor was angry and might not allow the prince to participate in the Northern Expedition. But how dare he admit such a thing? He hurriedly said: "My son is not afraid. My son is just worried that the prince will take the wrong path and cause a big disaster in the future."

"Then you help him. The things between brothers do not need to disturb his parents. If you have the ability to help him but don't help him, I, as a father, will definitely be very sad."

"Yes, my son remember, remember." The King of England, who was originally excited to report, was now overwhelmed with his back, and he wiped the sweat from his forehead and said.

"Then tell me, what's the matter of the prince worthy of your fuss?" Li Mingxun asked with a smile.

Li Jundu hurriedly said, "My son thought about it, don't disturb his father like this. Just a little bit of trouble, your son will solve it for him."

"That's right. You, don't forget that you are brothers. Go and do your business. Take the third brother away. He has been clamoring to see his niece for a long time." Li Mingxun threw a sentence.

Li Jundu held his younger brother's hand and walked out of the imperial study room. Li Junwei asked, "Brother, what are you talking about good things, bad things, public affairs, and private affairs."

"Oh, don't ask when you are young." Li Jundu said.

Li Junwei curled his lips: "If you don't say anything, I'll ask my father when I come back."

"Wait, what do you mean is, my father knows what I want to say?" Li Junduo widened his eyes.
Chapter completed!