Kangxi Adjusts Personnel Amidst Southern Offensive

Facing a worsening situation, the young Kangxi adjusted his strategy, employing a recruitment policy towards Sun Yanling and Geng Jingzhong, offering them amnesty for past offenses. Wu Sangui's forces were positioned opposite the Qing forces led by Erjin. Wu Sangui stated he could cross the river and potentially defeat or engage Erjin's troops but did not. Kangxi's strategy involved assessing the threat posed by Wu Sangui and his forces, particularly after Wu Sangui's retreat and the subsequent rebellion led by his son, Shang Zhixin, which was not Shang Kexi's personal wish. Shang Kexi's granddaughter, married to Qing Jinzhong's son, faced misfortune, and the emperor ordered her return after Fujian was pacified. Shang Kexi maintained his loyalty until his death in the 15th year of Kangxi's reign. General Lu Ying's strategic decisions, including his intelligence and ability to hold territory, were for regional defense. Kangxi's court considered Lu Ying's effectiveness and the potential threat from Wu Sangui. The emperor's actions, such as releasing captured Qing officials and engaging with religious figures, influenced local leaders' perceptions and hopes. The broadcast discussed how Kangxi utilized imperial power to balance internal military needs and potential external threats. Kangxi made personnel adjustments in relevant provinces before the Geng Yinzhong uprising, appointing Zhu Guozhi as Yunnan governor in Kangxi ten years and Fan Zhongmo in Fujian in Kangxi eleven years. Wu Sangui was seen as observing current events, focusing too much on daily fluctuations, which made his speculative nature prominent.