From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

Chapter 915

When the red sun rises in the east, when the bright sunshine illuminates the sea, the whole world becomes bright.

This war finally came to an end, and the fate of the nation was changed. Zhou Yuan firmly believed that after this amazing war, there was nothing that could stop the rise of the entire Jin Dynasty.

From the south to now, several months of life and death fighting, whether it is the Fujian and Guangdong navy or the people along the coast, whether it is the major generals or the merchants who cooperated in the battle, can be said to have gone through hardships and finally ushered in victory.

Tempering does make people grow.

Standing on the deck of the Henggao ship, blowing the sea breeze and basking in the late autumn sun, Zhou Yuan has a clear understanding in his heart.

Yes, he has grown up.

He feels that he has grown up, with a deeper understanding of the overall world situation, a deeper understanding of the development process of the times, and great progress and cognition in all aspects.

If time can go back, if he goes back to the moment when he just went south, he believes that he can have more ways to deal with this war and can handle it better.

But... I can't go back.

This is the price.

"The Dutch fleet was completely destroyed, but not all the warships sank. We got three battleships and two cruisers. As long as they are repaired, they can be put into use."

"In this way, we have eight battleships and six cruisers. Looking at the whole world, this is also a combat force that cannot be ignored."

Nie Zairong's face did not show any joy, because he knew where these warships came from.

Zhou Yuan said: "What about the casualties of the Fujian and Guangdong Navy?"

Nie Zairong was silent for a moment, then said: "14,871 people were killed and 6,208 were injured."

"All the major battleships and cruisers were seriously damaged, and more than 60 Portuguese guns were scrapped because of the heat of the gun barrels."

"The shells were almost used up, and even the remaining stocks of the Fuzhou Baochuan Factory were all smashed in."

"Including the captured warships, the cost of repairs may be as high as 4 million taels of silver, not to mention the production of shells and the equipment of Portuguese guns."

"Warships The pensions for the soldiers, the compensation for the merchant ships, the assistance for the reconstruction of Dongfan Island, and the establishment of the Taiwan Provincial Government Office, all in all, it will cost at least 9 million taels of silver. "

Zhou Yuan nodded slightly and said: "So, fighting a war is a test of national strength. If the sea is not opened, the Great Jin will never be able to bear such a huge military expenditure, will never be able to truly maintain a long-term high level of combat effectiveness, and will never be able to talk about the so-called rise. "

"This battle has taught us a lot of lessons. "

Hearing this, Nie Zairong couldn't help but clench his fists.

He gritted his teeth and said, "Yes, there are too many lessons, and the price paid is too high."

"We have a certain number of battleships and cruisers, but the coordination between the warships is not high, the judgment of the war situation is not accurate, and the technical and tactical understanding of the new warships is not enough, which leads to some low-level mistakes in the duel with the Dutch fleet."

"From the captain to the officers and soldiers, they lack an accurate understanding of the new naval warfare, so they can't keep up with the opponent's rhythm and are led by the nose."

"We defeated the opponent with a very 'clumsy' method, although Although the result is good, there are many things that deserve our reflection. "

"Marshal, I request... the Fujian-Guangdong Navy will not celebrate after the battle, but will conduct a month-long post-war summary and review, summarize the knowledge points, and study. "

"I request funds to open the South China Sea Military Academy, dedicated to training young generals, discovering talents, popularizing new naval knowledge, and completely digging the Fujian-Guangdong Navy out of tradition. "

"We need to learn and make progress, not only in weapons and combat, but also in thinking and cognition. "

Zhou Yuan laughed.

He looked at the sea surface filled with sunshine and laughed heartily.

Open your eyes and see the world!

Nie Zairong has also improved.

Everyone has improved.

Only if countless people look forward, keep a humble heart, and maintain an enterprising attitude, why worry about the nation not prospering? Why worry about the rise of the Jin Dynasty?

He smiled and looked at Nie Zairong, saying, "General Nie, look, we are home."

Nie Zairong subconsciously looked up and saw that the Fuzhou dock was already a red world.

The ground was covered with firecrackers, and there were lights and decorations everywhere, and red silk was flowing.

Then, the firecrackers were lit, and the crackling sound rang out everywhere.

Countless people in Fuzhou raised their hands and cheered and shouted.

They were welcoming the triumphant army.

At the front of the crowd, Zhou Yuan saw Qu Ling, Ning Yue and Ruan Zhi, who were waving their hands and looking excited.

At this moment, Zhou Yuan was a little dazed, and his nose was alsoA little sour.

He actually had an urge to cry.

It was less than two months since he left Fuzhou Prefecture, but it felt like he had been away for countless years. He had experienced life and death, and now he was finally going home.

The king's teacher who had been through wind and rain would always receive the most enthusiastic support.

The people were actually very simple. If you protected them and let them live a good life, they would be satisfied and offer the most sincere gratitude.

This battle gave many people growth and enlightenment. Didn't the people also make progress in this kind of tempering?

In the past Fuzhou Prefecture, foreigners were always superior to others.

In today's Fuzhou Prefecture, whoever dares to say that foreigners are superior to others will probably be beaten up.

The dignity of the nation is the dignity and self-confidence of every citizen.

"General Nie, we still have to celebrate. This is what the triumphant soldiers deserve."

"After celebrating, we should review, reflect and learn. Progress is not a matter of one or two days. It is a kind of atmosphere and attitude that has been maintained for countless years."

Nie Zairong nodded and said, "I understand. Marshal, do you want to participate?"

Zhou Yuan smiled and said, "I have more important things to do."

Hearing this, Nie Zairong's face changed and he exclaimed, "Is it about Goryeo?"

Zhou Yuan said, "I want to be with my family. They are more important than the war."

The boat finally docked.

Zhou Yuan jumped down and strode towards Qu Ling and the others.

Countless people came towards him and cheered his name.

He is a hero and a person respected by the people.

But he didn't want to face anything at this moment. He just opened his hands.

Qu Ling and Ning Yue threw themselves into his arms. The two poor girls couldn't help crying, crying heartbreakingly.

In the past month, they were worried about Zhou Yuan's situation and the danger he would encounter.

It's a pity that they couldn't help much, and could only silently endure the pain of missing him and the anxiety of worry.

At this moment, they hugged each other, and their emotions could not be suppressed and burst out completely.

"It's all over, it's all over."

Zhou Yuan said softly: "I won't take risks myself in the future, you don't need to worry about it anymore."

Qu Ling hit him, then pouted and said: "You made me cry for you, you are such a bad guy, now there are so many people here, no one can see each other, why not..."

Zhou Yuan was startled, glared at her fiercely, and said: "Put away your bad thoughts!"

Stupid Qu Ling, you think this is a tram compartment!

Xue Ningyue whispered, "Why not?"

Zhou Yuan pinched her face and said, "Why not, let's have a good gathering tonight, drink and eat meat, recite poems and write couplets, and drag a few cars of fireworks, so that everyone can have fun!"

Qu Ling's eyes lit up and she said immediately, "Okay, okay! I like this kind of excitement!"

Xue Ningyue said, "As long as big brother comes back, Ningyue will be the happiest."

Qu Ling was stunned and gritted her teeth and said, "Damn Ningyue sister, I want to see how sweet your mouth is!"

She held Ningyue's face and kissed her on the mouth.

"Woo woo..."

Ningyue was so anxious, but she couldn't compete with him in strength, so she could only be taken advantage of.

Zhou Yuan turned around and looked at the crowded dock. People were having fun and leaving one after another.

He was filled with emotion, and the haze in his heart completely dissipated.

Guan Lu came over and said, "Prince, in this situation, write a poem?"

Zhou Yuan shook his head and said with a smile, "Write a poem? I haven't written one for a long time, and there is no need."

"But there is a line of poetry that I like very much."

Guan Lu said, "What?"

"I am happy to see the waves of rice and beans, and heroes everywhere in the evening smoke."

Guan Lu heard this and thought carefully, savoring the rhyme in it.

He thought for a long time and suddenly said, "Marshal, this poem..."

Looking up, the figure of the prince was no longer in front of him.

He had already gone far away, hugging his wife and walking under the sunset.

The figure became more and more ethereal, and less and less like Zhou Yuan himself.

Who did it look like?

Guan Lu suddenly figured it out.

Like everyone.