I want to ruin the country

Lin Zexu said,

"What happens after the rest?"

Yining Road,

"During this period, have Zeng Zhenfan's Southern War Zone recruit another 200,000 soldiers.

After Luo Shixin and his men had rested, they left behind 100,000 new troops and 100,000 Burmese troops to pacify Myanmar.

And together with Zeng Zhenbiao, they formed a pincer attack to keep an eye on Southeast Asia, mainly to prevent Vietnam from being occupied by other countries.

Lin Zexu was shocked.

"Another Western country is eyeing Vietnam. Is it France?"

Yining Road,

"Yes, France!"

Historically, France launched three wars against Vietnam from 1858 to 1883 and defeated Vietnam, but their involvement in Vietnam began in the late th century.

Yining will not give the French any more chances now!

Du Shoutian asked,

"and then?"

Yining Road,

“Then, the other 100,000 Burmese troops and 400,000 new troops can be sent to India.

It is estimated that within half a year, the war in India can basically be ended.

Next, India will be responsible for the food and fodder supply of the entire army.

India is a large country with a large population, so it is more than enough to support an army of one million. This is the way to support war by fighting!"

After listening to the emperor's analysis, it is indeed the case. With Myanmar and India combined, it would not be a problem to support an army of one million, let alone two million!

Du Shoutian asked,

"Your Majesty, India is not like Myanmar. It is huge and has a large population. What if the outcome of the war goes awry?"

What he meant was, what if he lost the fight? It’s not okay to just think about getting married and not think about the funeral!

Yining Road,

"Master Du is overthinking it. India is indeed huge and has a large population, but they have more than a thousand religious sects alone. They have no unity and a weak fighting spirit.

The outcome of the war will not deviate, this is a foregone conclusion.

There is no need to doubt that if any problems arise, they will occur after we occupy these countries.

Therefore, we need to train a large number of outstanding talents to manage these places.

Once you have taken a piece, you must consolidate it, even if it takes time. Don't become like Li Zicheng, who took a piece and then lost a piece, only to end up with nothing!"

Lin Zexu nodded and said,

"I thought Your Majesty would start with the Japanese pirates!"

Yining Road,

"Of course, the Japanese pirates will start at the same time, but they must have a legitimate reason. I don't want to be known as an invading emperor!"

Du Shoutian asked,

"How do you have a legitimate reason?"

Yining Road,

"I have already sent people to Hokkaido to encourage the Ainu people there to establish an independent country.

By then, the Tokugawa family will definitely intervene. If they send troops, I can also take action!"

Unknowingly, the emperor had made such a big move, and Lin Zexu and Du Shoutian were completely unaware of it. They couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed!

Yining Road,

“The Japanese troops have a good fighting spirit, but their equipment is not as good as the British army.

I also estimate that their combat effectiveness is 30% of our new army.

If 200,000 people landed on Wagua Island, it would conservatively take no more than half a year, or at most three months, for them to surrender.

Can our Central Theater Command plus North Korea provide enough food and fodder for 200,000 people a year?"

Lin Zexu said,

"Absolutely no problem, and our granaries are full. We don't have to collect a single grain from the people for the whole year!"

Yining smiled and said,

"So, as long as we have enough guns and ammunition, we will never lose.

Half a year later, the entire Wagua Island will be ours. Will supplies still be a problem?

I haven't taken action yet, it's just that I don't have a ship!"

"Your Majesty is right!"

Yining continued,

"Speaking of Northeast China, the Tsarist Russia doesn't have many troops in Siberia right now.

Their territory is vast and sparsely populated, making it very difficult to supply large forces.

If they want to fight, they should at least wait until next spring when the flowers bloom. Starting a war with us in the middle of winter is tantamount to seeking death!

So, this winter, no matter what happens, I guess the Russians will have to endure it!

If they can cross the border to rob, we can cross the border to suppress bandits. How can there be so much logic?

Fists are the truth. If he wants to fight, I will fight him to the end.

He doesn't want to fight now, but I'll go find trouble with him after I'm done with the Japanese pumpkin! "

Lin Zexu said,

"The Emperor has said several times that as long as ammunition is freely available, everything will be safe. It seems the biggest problem is still ammunition. Will ammunition be freely available when the time comes?"

Yining Road,

"This is why I have been waiting. Our soldiers have not yet been fully equipped with new rifles.

Moreover, the output of military factories is not enough to support the consumption of large-scale battles.

But please rest assured, my Lords, the construction of several arsenals is progressing rapidly, and by next spring, everything will be fine!"

Lin Zexu and Du Shoutian were relieved when they saw that the emperor's analysis was very clear and he looked confident.

After the story was finished, Yining saw that the two people seemed to be hesitant to leave and asked,

"Do you two elders have anything else to say?"

Du Shoutian Road,

"Uh, ..., the Imperial Concubine summoned the two of us!"

Yining frowned.

"Does the Imperial Concubine want you to submit a memorial to impeach me?"

Lin Zexu Road

"Yes!"

Du Shoutian Road,

"We haven't written any memorials yet. We think we should talk to the emperor first and discuss it later!"

Yining nodded and thought to himself that the old lady's problem was not a big deal at all and it would not be difficult to solve. The key was to gradually help them break free from the constraints of Confucius and Mencius's teachings.

They have been influenced by Confucian culture for many years and believe that it is the way of life that everyone must abide by.

If we can't break it down and teach them step by step so that they can listen and understand it, I'm afraid it will be difficult for them to understand new ideas and new culture.

My ultimate goal is to move towards a republic. Although I am the king of a country and my words are final, it is better to convince them of this matter in advance.

With the support of these influential scholars, we will definitely achieve twice the result with half the effort.

Today is a good opportunity, so I will have a good chat with them. Then I said,

"Yes, I also need to give you an explanation.

Master Du is my mentor. He taught me the teachings of Confucius and Mencius, the Three Bonds and Five Constant Virtues, benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and trustworthiness. He taught me filial piety, brotherly love, loyalty, trustworthiness, propriety, righteousness, integrity and shame.

And Lord Lin is the person I respect the most. What I respect is not just your knowledge.

What I respect is your broad mind that cares about the world and your courage to be the first to stand up for the people of the world.

How about this, you two put aside what you are doing for now, I will prepare a few side dishes today, and we can have a good chat, how about that? "

Of course the two would not refuse, and soon, the three of them sat around the table and began to listen to Yining.

The first thing Yining talked about was the impact of Confucian culture on society.

"My two elders, I will leave the matter of my revision of the ancestral teachings for last. I would like to first discuss Confucian culture and the teachings of Confucius and Mencius."

The two were stunned. Why were they talking about the teachings of Confucius and Mencius? How did this have anything to do with changing the teachings of the ancestors?

However, if the emperor wants to speak, they can only listen attentively!