Signed to Zhu Cihong, Prince of the Late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 31 31, Zhu Cihong conquered the Beijing camp, and the British princess completely returned to his heart
The capital camp.

Zhu Cihong stood on the high platform of the school field in Daying, watching the crowd in front of him.

Liu Zongmin's death still had an impact on the Chuang army. The offensive of the Chuang army outside the city has weakened significantly in the past two days, so even if some people are required to be on duty on the city wall, there are still enough soldiers listening to Zhu Cihong's lectures in the barracks Thousands of people.

In Zhu Cihong's impression, a real soldier should be the type of vigorous and resolute, extremely disciplined, and neatly lined up, but the soldiers in front of him are undoubtedly very different.

Not to mention the formation and mental outlook, even the clothes are mostly tattered, and some people don't even have weapons in their hands. Because of malnutrition, most of the soldiers look thin and lean, and a gust of wind blows them away. It feels like it could blow over.

The admiral of the Beijing camp, the British Duke Zhang Shize stood beside Zhu Cihong, and said softly: "Prince, everyone is here."

Zhu Cixiang nodded and took two steps forward. This action naturally focused everyone's attention on him.

Zhu Cihong said: "Everyone, I am Zhu Cihong, the Crown Prince of Ming Dynasty! I heard that many of you have been in arrears of military pay for several months, or even more than half a year. If this is true, please raise your hands!"

After a moment of silence, a hand was raised with some hesitation and trembling.

Then, more, densely packed hands all raised up.

The British duke looked at this scene, and his expression suddenly changed.

Does the British public not know about this?Of course I know.

In fact, even Chongzhen knew about it, but... there was no way.

To pay military salaries, you need money. Where did Chongzhen get the money at that time?

It's not just the military camps that are owed military pay. Even the government in Beijing has not paid salaries for several months. Many low-level officials and minor officials have no choice but to work part-time jobs to barely support their families.

This is also the reason why Beijing City was breached in just two days in history. Long before Li Zicheng called, the Ming government agencies in this city had been paralyzed for a long time, and there was no control at all.

If wages are paid, Ming Dynasty will be our good motherland.No salary?I'm sorry, everyone welcomes King Chuang to enter the city and enthrones. The idea of ​​beating workers is so simple and straightforward.

Even the officials were not paid, let alone the Qiu Ba who were soldiers. The military households in the Ming Dynasty were already very miserable, but the people in the Chongzhen Dynasty were even more miserable, with a capital word of miserable.

In fact, there are still so many soldiers and horses defending the city of Beijing under such circumstances, it is all because these soldiers still have a bit of backbone, and they still have some glory of the Ming Dynasty in their hearts, otherwise they would have disbanded early.

Zhu Cihong took two steps back and bowed to all the soldiers who raised their hands in front of them.

This action caused a slight commotion among the soldiers present.

Zhu Cihong straightened up, and said in a deep voice: "On behalf of Emperor Father and Daming, I apologize to everyone!"

The British public was shocked when they heard this sentence.

Good guy, when did the majestic Prince Ming and His Majesty the Emperor actually apologize to a group of Qiu Ba who were soldiers?

The soldiers were also surprised and exclaimed.

Zhu Cihong said solemnly: "You are here to give your life to Daming, but Daming has ignored you for many years in the past. This is Daming's mistake! Today, I am here to make up for this mistake."

After finishing speaking, Zhu Cihong waved his hand, and several Dongchang fans who had been prepared for a long time immediately lifted a box up.

Zhu Cilang opened the box, took out a silver ingot from inside, and held it high.

In the sunlight, this silver ingot reflects light and shines brightly.

The soldiers began to visibly stir up.

Zhu Cihong said loudly: "Today, all the soldiers of the Beijing camp will receive a year's salary! From now on, all those who fight bravely will not only receive more money, but also be able to get promoted and get rich. The dead and wounded will be compensated by Daming!
Bengong and Father would like to thank every soldier who is still willing to stand by Daming's side in such a difficult time, and Bengong would like to assure you that today is just the beginning and will not be the end of anything! "

After listening to Zhu Cixiang's words, the soldiers all showed expressions of surprise on their faces.

The money has been sent.

Finally paid!
British Duke Zhang Shize strode to Zhu Cixiang's side and said loudly: "From now on, everyone will follow their commanders and go to the quartermaster's office to collect your military pay! Remember, this is a gift from His Majesty and the Crown Prince of Ming Dynasty, everyone. After receiving the military pay, you must fight well, so that you can be worthy of Your Majesty and the Crown Prince!"

If Zhu Cihong's words warmed the hearts of the soldiers instantly, then after listening to the British Duke's words, everyone was boiling.

A few seconds later, someone suddenly shouted.

"Long live Daming, long live His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

Afterwards, the shouting became louder in an instant, and countless Beijing camp soldiers present raised their arms and shouted.

"Long live Daming, long live His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

"Long live, long live!"

Amidst the deafening cheers, the soldiers were beaming with joy, and they rushed to the quartermaster who had already been prepared and began to receive their military pay.

All of a sudden, the whole school grounds were in full swing, and the joy of receiving the money, some people jumped up and down, and even shed tears.

"Mother, my boy is finally rich, and I can take you to the doctor to get medicine!"

"Damn it, I'm rich, and I'll go and redeem you later!"

"Brothers, hurry up and buy two handy weapons later!"

All kinds of modality, not enough.

Seeing this scene, the British Duke also shook his head slightly, and said to Zhu Cihong: "Don't blame your Highness, these guys are uneducated, and only money can make them more obedient."

Zhu Cilang smiled, then suddenly became serious, and said: "The British Duke's words are not correct. In fact, I believe that most of the people of Ming Dynasty in this world love this country from the bottom of their hearts.

But patriotism cannot be eaten as a meal. Since Daming is loved, he should let these people live a better life. This is what our Zhu family should do as a royal family.

Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty had already said that water can carry a boat and capsize it. Without the living water of the people, the ship of Daming would be overturned in a matter of minutes.

What we have to do next is to ensure that we fulfill our commitments and let all people of Ming Dynasty know that Ming Dynasty will have a better tomorrow.

In this way, Ming Dynasty will be stronger, and the people of Ming Dynasty will love Ming Dynasty even more! "

The British Duke looked at Zhu Cihong and was completely shocked.

After several seconds, the British Duke suddenly took two steps back and bowed to Zhu Cihong.

"I didn't expect that I could hear such enlightening words from the Crown Prince here today. I am truly worthy of being the successor of Emperor Hongwu and Yongle! Although I am not talented, I am willing to follow His Highness the Crown Prince to revive the Ming Dynasty, even after my death!"

At this moment, the Duke of England was completely convinced of the young prince.

Many people who have been emperors all their lives do not understand this truth, but the 15-year-old prince has already seen it clearly.

Such a prince is the real hope of Ming Dynasty!
Zhu Cixiang looked at the British Duke in front of him and smiled.

"Mr. British, what you said is right, but one thing is wrong. We will not die. No one who is loyal to the Ming Dynasty should die. Damn it, it's Li Zicheng, Dorgon and Fulin who are the most important people in this world." All enemies of Ming Dynasty!"

The British prince was emotionally excited and nodded vigorously: "The prince is right!"

At this moment, a horse rushed into the school field like a sharp arrow, Fang Gongqian jumped off the horse and came to Zhu Cihong, out of breath.

"Your Highness, something bad has happened. A group of guys are impeaching you in front of His Majesty Fengtian Palace!"

　Thanks to the book friend Yimi Zhizhi for the reward
　　
　
(End of this chapter)