[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut":3,"chapter-starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-chapter-16":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Starting from the Battlefield: Gathering Attributes to Build the All-Heavens Ming Dynasty",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2341823,4577,"Chapter 16: The Great Ming","starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-chapter-16",16,"\u003Cp>“Mm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bu Wan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his expression still carried a hint of solemnity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The core of this campaign is to sever this barbarian threat to our Great Ming’s borders.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If they wish to cease hostilities, they must submit a letter of surrender.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Otherwise, our Great Ming army will not withdraw,” Bu Wan said grimly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My lord.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perhaps we should consider one thing.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Jianzhou barbarians are vassals of the Northern Yuan; if our Great Ming launches this attack, the Northern Yuan may not sit idle.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If we continue advancing, we must guard against the Northern Yuan,” Chen Heng said with a serious expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bu Wan smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now that our Great Ming has already mobilized and won our first battle, I can reveal to you generals a piece of news,” Bu Wan’s expression gradually grew solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the generals turned their gazes toward Bu Wan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zhu Ying silently thought: “So the imperial court has already dispatched troops to prepare for an invasion of the Yuan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Crushing bandits may be one step; attacking these Jianzhou barbarians may be another—but the true purpose is to draw attention, ideally to lure the Northern Yuan’s focus, so that our Great Ming’s main force can strike at the opportune moment.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He understood history.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined with the current situation, Zhu Ying could easily deduce this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, historical records of the Hongwu era’s many wars exist, but they are not fully detailed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For instance, the suppression of bandits in Danning Prefecture and the attack on the Jianzhou barbarians—these events are not recorded in history.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet compared to the Great Ming’s grand strategy, this naturally has little impact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Emperor has issued an edict: our Great Ming shall deploy two hundred thousand troops to attack Liaodong and destroy Naha Chu.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Naha Chu—surely you generals have heard of him?” Bu Wan smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He is the Northern Yuan’s Grand Marshal, holding military command. Once, our Great Ming captured him, and His Majesty, in mercy, released him. But he repaid that grace with betrayal, continuing to oppose our Great Ming, determined to overthrow us and restore the Northern Yuan’s rule over the Central Plains.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He is deeply trusted by the Yuan Emperor, hailed as another Wang Bao Bao,” Chen Heng immediately said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Naha Chu is a hidden threat to our Great Ming—he has gathered hundreds of thousands of troops in Liaodong, aiming to topple us.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Emperor has decreed: to destroy the Northern Yuan, first destroy Naha Chu,” Bu Wan said gravely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“May I ask, my lord.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Who has His Majesty appointed to lead this campaign? And what is our Danning Prefecture’s role?” Liu Zhen asked respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“According to my knowledge,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“His Majesty has appointed Duke Song as commander-in-chief, with Duke Ying and Marquis Yongchang as deputy commanders.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They are likely already mobilizing troops and transporting grain.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As for our Danning Prefecture’s official duty, it is to clear bandits—but in truth, our role is to draw the Northern Yuan’s attention. The Jianzhou barbarians are the crucial piece,” Bu Wan said grimly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Understood,” Chen Heng and Liu Zhen both nodded with sudden realization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the generals in the tent all wore expressions of anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This campaign was not merely a minor skirmish against the Jianzhou barbarians—it was a decisive war against the Northern Yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a golden opportunity for merit and promotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Gentlemen, generals.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Emperor’s order has been issued; the army has moved.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Within at most two months, and as soon as one month, our Great Ming’s main force will enter the northern frontier to destroy Naha Chu.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“During this time, our Danning Prefecture troops shall take the offensive; if the Northern Yuan sends reinforcements, we shall shift to defense and await the main force.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This great war concerns the safety of our Great Ming. The Emperor has personally decreed it—I shall stand with you generals and give our all,” Bu Wan said with solemn resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At these words,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>all the generals rose and bowed deeply: “All for the Great Ming.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meeting ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zhu Ying.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Ying had just stepped out of the tent when Chen Heng called out to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“General Chen.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Ying immediately responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he was carrying too much to salute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I haven’t yet thanked you for saving my life today,” Chen Heng said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“General, you flatter me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“On the battlefield, we are brothers-in-arms, facing the enemy together—I naturally fought to the death against them,” Zhu Ying replied with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Heng’s smile did not fade. He added: “Brothers-in-arms are brothers-in-arms, but a life saved is a life saved. I won’t say thanks for such a great debt—I, Chen Heng, will remember it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In response,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>seeing Chen Heng’s earnestness, Zhu Ying nodded and said no more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Enough.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The battle is just over, and you’re wounded. Go rest well. Tomorrow, I’ll personally take you to the cavalry camp,” Chen Heng patted Zhu Ying’s shoulder and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes,” Zhu Ying nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Also,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A Battalion Commander may have fifty personal guards. If you wish, you may select them from your former unit; if none are suitable, I can assign you some,” Chen Heng added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhu Ying’s eyes lit up. He immediately nodded: “Thank you for the reminder, General—I’ll inquire about it when I return.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterwards,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Ying carried his battle armor, sword, and saber away from the main camp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re lucky, fellow—your unit has such a fierce warrior.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He slew a hundred enemies, cut down their commander and banner—his valor is truly terrifying.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Zhen had walked up beside Chen Heng at some point, speaking with deep admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the envy in his tone was unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hah.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Go ahead and envy me,” Chen Heng glanced at Liu Zhen, then turned away with clear pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You bastard,” Liu Zhen laughed in exasperation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at his own tent,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>a crowd of soldiers immediately gathered around him—not just Zhu Ying’s own men, but soldiers from the entire Company and surrounding units, all curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though less than half an hour had passed, Wei Quan had already announced Zhu Ying’s battlefield achievements: a hundred enemies slain, enemy commander and banner cut down—he was the greatest hero of this battle against the barbarians. Naturally, many were both curious and awed by him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How was it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Zhu Ying returned, Liu Lei rushed over, eager to ask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Liu Lei’s expectant expression, Zhu Ying smiled: “Promoted five ranks—I’m now Battalion Commander.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Battalion… Commander?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Lei’s eyes widened in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“From Squad Leader to Battalion Commander?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My god, how many ranks did he jump?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But honestly, it’s completely worth it—he slew a hundred enemies and killed the barbarian commander himself. That’s a massive achievement.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“His promotion is too fast.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Incredible.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I saw him on the battlefield—he cut down barbarians like chicks. One slash, one down.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Truly incredible…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the soldiers looked at Zhu Ying with astonishment and awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>whether new recruits or veterans, all were stunned by Zhu Ying’s promotion to Battalion Commander.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But given his battlefield merits, no one dared object—after all, the Great Ming’s merit-based promotions were personally established by the Emperor, and no officer dared tamper with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>PS: Please follow, please follow, it’s crucial—please, please, please. Daily minimum 4,000 characters. Thank you, brothers, for your support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[97] (End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1221,"2026-06-20T23:30:09.614Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","a6ab1271d47b224b5cbbef2aeb2e885ba5add68cec905ffb90dc2ccf3cbdb0bb","starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-chapter-17","starting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-chapter-15",204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-from-the-battlefield-gathering-attribut-cover.jpg"]