In the early Ming Dynasty, Haizhou Wei was established in Haizhou. The capital was located in the old Chengzhou City (now Haicheng, Liaoning), and was under the jurisdiction of Liaodong Dusi. Its place "controls the east-west and west channels and is the throat of the sea transport", and it produces a lot of grain and sea salt.

Haizhou Wei Nantong Lushun and Shandong, and north to western Liaoning and capital, and its strategic position is very important.

In the early Ming Dynasty, the Korean envoy went to Nanjing and went south through Haizhou to Lushun. At the end of Hongwu, the Korean envoy went to Beijing and turned from here to western Liaoning.

In the sixth year of Longqing (1572), the Korean envoy Xu Zhen and his wife passed by Haizhou. He compared it: "The city and people in Haizhou are inferior to those in Liaodong, and the prosperity is better."

In the second year of Wanli (1574), when Xu Yu passed by Haizhou, the description was more detailed: "Haizhou Wei is also a big town, and its wealth is less than that of Liaoyang."

In the 38th year of Wanli (1610), when Zheng Shixin passed by Haizhou, he described: "In the evening, he arrived at Haizhou Guards, and his majestic and prosperous areas could not reach Liaodong. However, the craftsmen and towers that were waiting to be changed will be strictly rectified and repaired, which is far better than Liaocheng."

From the records of Korean envoys, it can be seen that at least during the Wanli period, Haizhou's economic prosperity was comparable to that of Liaoyang.

The battle between the Ming and Jin Dynasties in Liaodong lasted for several years, and the economy in various places was devastated, and Haizhou was no exception, no longer as prosperous and prosperous as before.

But there is also something that has not changed, that is, the solid city of Haizhou Guards. Not only was it very damaged during the war, Tong Yangxing led the Han troops to garrison, and then stepped up repairs to make it better than before.

The four guards in southern Liaoning have lost three of them, and only one Haizhou is left and is occupied by the Later Jin. As the gateway to Liaoyang in the Northern Tong, it is impossible for the Later Jin side to ignore it.

Moreover, Haizhou Acropolis is located in Hebei, Haicheng, at the foot of Yuhuang Mountain. It can be said that the country is dangerous and stable, easy to defend and difficult to attack.

Tong Yangxing also showed confidence in his report to Nurhaci, believing that the Ming army would pay a heavy price to attack. The only thing that could be considered was that the Ming army besieged the city, and the food and grass might not be sustained.

The reason for such confidence is not only because of the geographical advantage and city, but also a large number of artillery and bird guns equipped by the Han soldiers.

Learning about war in war was not only the Ming army, but also the Later Jin Dynasty. The Ming army's firearms were sharp, especially the power reflected in defense, which left a deep impression on Nurhaci and others.

Although the firearms equipped by the Han soldiers led by Tong Yangxing were not as good as those of the Ming army, the cannons were old-fashioned, and the power of bird guns was weak, they were still quite powerful when defending against the city.

"If the enemy advances deeper, it will be destroyed immediately. It will be suddenly under the strong city. When our reinforcements are gathered for four times, we will definitely be defeated..."

Nurhaci transferred some of the food and supplies to Tong Yangxing, and told Tong Yangxing through letters that perseverance is victory, and Liaoshen will not sit idly by and watch the Ming army besieged for a long time.

The amount of food and supplies was not Tong Yangxing's expectation, but he also knew that the Later Jin Dynasty had few material reserves. It would be difficult for the three guards of the wealthy Liaonan to live in winter this winter, and Nurhaci tried his best to adjust it.

Nurhaci's analysis and judgment are also in line with the essence of military strategy. Fighting a defensive counterattack and defeating the attack momentum of the Ming army may also capture a lot of materials, which is indeed a very feasible strategy.

Since this is the case, Tong Yangxing has taken a reassurance. With the city defense of Haizhou Guard, he was still confident that he could hold on for half a month or even a month.

With the maneuverability of the Eight Banners, it was completely time to come from Liaoshen. He quickly defeated the Ming army from inside and outside, and then returned to Liaoshen to prevent the Ming army and the navy in western Liaoning. Tong Yangxing also knew the reason for this arrangement.

If the Ming army acted at the same time in multiple directions, Tong Yangxing felt that it was more threatening and had greater restraint.

But judging from the current information, although the Ming army in western Liaoning was building ships and pontoon bridges, it was not qualified to launch quickly, and he was very confused about this.

Perhaps the Ming army learned the lesson of attacking in the Battle of Sarhu, so Tong Yangxing could only make such a guess.

Standing at the top of the city and looking at the densely packed trenches and chest walls outside the city, Tong Yangxing patted the cannons, narrowed his eyes, and had the idea of ​​hoping that the enemy would attack.

"If the enemy comes, the corpses will be everywhere." Deputy General Ding Bi said Tong Yangxing's thoughts, "With the Eight Banners brigade outside, the enemy will definitely flee in a panic."

Ding Biyuan was a general of the Ming army in Tieling. When Jiannu attacked Tieling, he was bribed and opened the city gate, causing the "one city loyalty and righteous" military and civilians to be killed and injured.

Although this statement was very convincing to Tong Yangxing's thoughts, Tong Yangxing's thoughts were gloomy. He did not immediately praise the obvious compliments and boasts, but looked at Ding Bi with a little displeasure.

Ding Bi didn't understand why, so she closed her mouth immediately.

Tong Yangxing's eyes turned to the outside of the city and said in a deep voice: "There are firearms to guard the city. Whether the Han soldiers are effective is very important. Deputy General Ding, I heard that you just snatched the wife of a Han soldiers. Is this true?"

Ding Bi looked embarrassed and grunted for a moment, saying, "It's time to divorce his wife first, and he will marry again at the end. It's not the truth."

Tong Yangxing snorted and said to himself: You think you are stupid, making up this lies is lying to someone.

After pausing for a moment, Tong Yangxing didn't want to pursue it too much, and warned: "The war is imminent. If you want the Han soldiers to work hard, don't make them feel resentful."

"I will save you some money." Ding Bi bowed and replied, "I will send the woman away when I go back and pay some more silver."

Tong Yangxing nodded, his expression slowed down, and he said, "Only one of the four guards in southern Liaoning can be found, and the Ming army will come to attack Haizhou. If you can achieve success, I recommend you as the general."

"Thank you for your kindness." Ding Bi bowed to thank him again.

Nurhaci was very suspicious of Han officials and generals. Even Li Yongfang was dismissed from living in vain, and only a few people including Tong Yangxing could still get trust.

Therefore, if you can get Tong Yangxing's recommendation, you will be basically reliable to be promoted. If you can be promoted to the general, that is, the highest position of the Han general, except for Liu Xingzuo, who surrendered to the Ming Dynasty.

He beat and wined him over, and Tong Yang felt very good. He knew the current dilemma of the Later Jin Dynasty. But their Tong family could no longer escape and could not be separated from the Later Jin Dynasty. This was the biggest difference between him and Liu Xingzuo.

Moreover, Tong Yangxing felt that the situation might not change. Changes in the morning and the struggles in the court were the chronic diseases of the Ming court, so how could it be so easy to change?

It is undeniable that the current emperor of the Ming Dynasty was very powerful. It promoted and reused a group of capable personnel and vigorously ensured logistics supply, which led to the situation in Liaodong gradually reversed.

But it is doubtful how much patience a young man in his twenties can have. Besides, isn’t the Ming court’s strong investment gritting his teeth and persevering, and how long can he last?

Therefore, if the Ming army could be defeated, whether it was Xiong Tingbi or Mao Wenlong, one could be transferred or punished, the situation in Liaodong would also have the possibility of a change.

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Chapter completed!