The situation in Seoul entered the final moment. Qi Jin led the army to the north of Seoul, and the two armies met again.
In Qi Jiguang's camp.
Looking at Qi Jin, who had matured a lot, Qi Jiguang's face was full of smiles. He was very pleased.
For so many years, Qi Jiguang had always trained Qi Jin as his successor.
He taught him step by step how to lead an army in battle, and now there were finally results.
The Daming Imperial Navy had fought beautifully. First, they captured Tsushima Island, then Pusan Port, wiped out the fourth Japanese pirate corps, and fought all the way to Seoul.
"Your humble servant greets Grand Marshal!" Qi Jin bowed to Qi Jiguang.
Qi Jiguang smiled and waved his hand. "No need for formalities!"
When Qi Jin rose, Qi Jiguang said, "Sit down, let's have a chat."
After Qi Jin sat down, Qi Jiguang said, "You fought well this time, and you did not disappoint His Majesty's trust. However, you must not be arrogant and impatient. The war against the Japanese Empire is about to start, and you must not be arrogant!"
"Uncle, rest assured, I understand!" Qi Jin quickly said.
Qi Jiguang nodded. "The army will start attacking the city tomorrow. The people you brought with you, don't join the attack. After the city is breached, your people can enter the city."
Hearing Qi Jiguang's words, Qi Jin was slightly stunned and hesitated.
After all, this was the navy's battle, and they had fought all the way here to make contributions.
Now that they had reached Seoul, Qi Jin naturally felt comfortable that they did not need to attack the city.
Of course, facing Qi Jiguang, even if Qi Jin felt uncomfortable, there was nothing he could do.
However, this was not just about Qi Jin. This was a matter for everyone in the navy.
In the eyes of the navy, this was a battle to prove their reputation. They wanted to prove that they were not inferior to the capital camp.
Everyone in the navy was holding their breath. If they didn't attack the city, how could they compete?
Entering the city after the attack was just to gain credit. This kind of charity might not be a big deal to the soldiers, but the generals of the navy could not take it!
Seeing that Qi Jin didn't look too good, Qi Jiguang didn't mind. No matter who it was, they wouldn't feel good.
He was the only one who said this because he was Qi Jin's nephew. Otherwise, Qi Jin would be furious.
One had to know that the Daming Imperial Navy was not under Qi Jiguang's command.
In this battle, Qi Jiguang did not have the authority to control the Daming Imperial Navy.
If they were not uncle and nephew, Qi Jiguang would not have said this.
"I am not doubting the navy's strength. First, the navy's infantry lacks siege artillery. Although they are equipped with cannons, they are all light cannons. They will be at a disadvantage in a siege."
Qi Jiguang had to comfort Qi Jin, but this reason could not even convince Qi Jiguang himself.
If they lacked siege artillery, Qi Jiguang could just give them some. This was not a reason.
Qi Jin's side lacked siege artillery, but Qi Jiguang's side did not. It would not be a waste of energy to give a few dozen to Qi Jin.
"Second, the navy is His Majesty's painstaking effort. It will be of great use."
"Losses in a siege have always been cautious. There are 100,000 Japanese pirates in Seoul, and they are fighting like cornered beasts. If the navy's infantry suffered too many losses, it would not be fair to His Majesty!"
This was true. Qi Jin had to think about it. But wasn't the army fighting?
If they did not fight because they were afraid of losses, wouldn't that mean they were afraid to fight?
This did not sound like something his uncle would say. Qi Jin could not help but look up at Qi Jiguang.
Qi Jiguang was embarrassed by Qi Jin's gaze. He coughed and said, "Of course, there is some selfishness in this."
There were only uncle and nephew here. Qi Jiguang naturally did not want to hide it from Qi Jin, so he said bluntly, "In this attack on the Japanese Empire, whether it is the Liaodong Army or the East Camp of Jingdou, they are all waiting to make a contribution."
"This is a big battle. If the navy makes a contribution, it will make them angry."
"We, uncle and nephew, have to avoid arousing suspicion!"
Qi Jiguang said this with a slightly gloomy expression.
"The navy has made a great contribution this time. If the navy takes Seoul again, people will say that we, uncle and nephew, have been secretly helping each other."
Hearing this, Qi Jin frowned. "His Majesty is wise and powerful. Why would he believe such rumors?"
"His Majesty will not believe it. But the public's words can melt gold, and the accumulated slander will wear away the bones!
You and I, uncle and nephew, are deeply trusted by His Majesty. Uncle has even become a leading minister in the Grand Council. It can be said that he is an extremely high official. "
"Since the founding of the Daming Empire, I am the only one who has reached this level as a general."
"You and I, uncle and nephew, control the capital camp and the navy. The tallest tree in the forest will be destroyed by the wind, the pile of it will be piled up on the shore, the current will be turbulent. If we act higher than others, people will criticize us. It will be difficult for us, uncle and nephew, not to be criticized by others!"
"The way I see it, after fighting Buyan Chechen, I should ask for His Majesty's resignation. At that time, it will be time for you to shine."
"Unfortunately, your performance in the battle of Korea was too outstanding. But this is nothing. After all, you are the admiral of the Imperial Navy. If you don't make contributions, it will be hard to explain. But going too far is as bad as falling short!"
Hearing Qi Jiguang say this, Qi Jin's heart was filled with all sorts of emotions.
His uncle had already revealed his intention to retire. How could Qi Jin feel this way?
Especially his uncle, not because he was incapable, but because he was afraid that his achievements would overshadow his master.
"Don't be like a child!" Qi Jiguang looked at Qi Jin and said with a smile.
Qi Jin also knew that his uncle's words made sense. For the navy to have done this, it was already in place. If they were the first to attack Seoul, then his uncle and nephew would really become the target of public criticism.
"After the battle of Seoul, I will ask for His Majesty's resignation on the grounds that my old injuries have relapsed."
Qi Jiguang looked at Qi Jin and said, "At that time, the battle of the Japanese Empire will be the time for you to make contributions. Compared to a mere Seoul, attacking the Japanese Empire will be a great contribution. The merit of destroying a country will be enough to pave the way for you in the army."
"Even if Uncle is gone one day, I won't have to worry about you."
Qi Jin looked at Qi Jiguang and felt sad. He had been by his uncle's side since he was young, and it was not the first time he had fought with his life on the line.
Looking at his uncle today, he was already getting old. How could Qi Jin not feel good?
"Uncle, I!"
Just as Qi Jin was about to speak, he was interrupted by Qi Jiguang.
"I'm not resigning just for you. Uncle cannot take the merit of destroying the Japanese Empire. Otherwise, there will be mistakes." Qi Jiguang said with a wave of his hand.
In fact, Qi Jiguang knew that his last battle would be on the grasslands.
Destroying Buyan Chechen and completely wiping out the Southern Mongolia for the Daming would be the time when he would be made a Duke. This was a tacit understanding between him and the Emperor. The relationship between a ruler and a subject would be preserved, and it would be a story that would be remembered in history.
"What about the battle of the Japanese Empire?"
Qi Jin looked at Qi Jiguang and asked hesitantly, "Without Uncle, how will we fight?"