When all the Xianbei generals withdrew, only He Lanmin and Harry Hu'er were left in the palace. He Lanmin's eyes were like water, sweeping over Harry Hu'er, making him feel uncomfortable all over. Such a beautiful person
The woman had given such a cruel and ruthless order just now. Combined with her previous cold-blooded ruthlessness, this officer who had killed countless people felt a chill in his heart. How could he dare to show any of his usual lust and lust?
Harry suddenly swallowed his saliva and said: "Madam, madam, you are leaving your humble position, but what else do you need to explain?"
He Lanmin nodded: "What you reminded me just now makes sense. There is indeed something I neglected. Before the enemy army attacks, massacring the city and killing people is what must be done. It is not only to protect the safety of the city, but also to establish prestige.
Tell others, including us Xianbei soldiers and civilians, what will happen once the city is defeated. Do you know why those Han troops did not work hard or even surrendered on their own initiative?"
Harry suddenly said bitterly: "These Han people have always been capricious and succumbed to power. They surrendered to us before just because they couldn't defeat us. Whenever there is an opportunity and their own people come, they will naturally have different intentions, especially
Since our army was defeated in this battle, I am afraid that many Han people will have surrendered to Liu Yu."
He Lanmin smiled slightly: "The situation is not that bad yet. Although our army's war is unfavorable, these Han generals have always been afraid of the might of our army and dare not defect easily. After all, their families are still within the control of our army."
Internally, according to Dayan's military law, those who defect will be held responsible for their family members. Therefore, most of them are now broken up and have not yet surrendered directly."
Harry's eyes suddenly lit up: "That means they will escape back and fight for Dayan again?"
He Lanmin curled up his lips: "It's hard to say. After all, not all Han soldiers and Han generals have their families in the city. Many of them are villagers and farmers in the villages of Dayan. What choice will be made next will have to wait until they escape home.
Later, I wait and see and decide. I am very clear about the virtues of these Han people. This was the case in the Northern Wei Dynasty. They usually sat back and watched the melee between the parties, built their own camps to protect themselves, and waited until the fight was almost over before surrendering to the winner. At that time, the Yan Dynasty
This is what they did when the late emperor conquered the land of Qilu."
Harry laughed suddenly: "Madam is so right, that's what they are like. That's why the late emperor had an order asking us not to hunt down, kill and rob these fleeing Han Chinese, saying it was to win over people's hearts. But..."
At this point, he frowned: "But according to Madam's order just now, I was asked to kill the captive people in the city. Why is this?"
He Lanmin curled up his lips: "This is different. This battle was a disastrous defeat. Our army lost nearly 100,000 soldiers in the battle, and our morale is low. If there is no killing in the city, our morale cannot be reversed. Furthermore, these captives from the Jin Dynasty
The Han people have no relatives and no reason. Killing them will not make the soldiers feel rebellious. The last point is that we must use this method to pay tribute to Han Fan, Feng Fu, including Yuan Zun, Yuan Miao, etc. who may come back later.
People say that the consequences of betraying Dayan!"
Harry blinked his eyes suddenly and said: "Madam, please forgive me for my words. These people can be said to be the excuse for Jin to attack Dayan this time, and Liu Yu's mission statement also said that we should return these
Prisoners, if we kill them all now, will we..."
A cold light flashed in He Lanmin's eyes, which stung Harry to the point where he quickly stopped talking and did not dare to speak anymore. He only heard He Lanmin say in a deep voice: "Idiot, you think we are handing over the prisoners and surrendering to Liu Yu at this time.
Can he let us go? In this war, the so-called "we attack first to plunder" is just an excuse. Liu Yu has been preparing for this war for many years. As soon as Jiangbei is attacked, he can lead the army northward, providing food, grass and weapons.
We didn’t even need to spend time preparing, we were just waiting for this excuse. We took action too late and too lightly, not the other way around!”
Harry suddenly swallowed his saliva: "What Madam taught me is that I am just a low-level officer. I really don't understand military matters like this. Whatever Madam wants me to do, I will do it."
He Lanmin smiled slightly and handed the token in her hand to Harry Huer: "Do you really want this token?"
Harry's expression suddenly changed, and he quickly took two steps back, waving his hands repeatedly: "This, this is the Great Yan Tianma Order, which is like seeing His Majesty's presence in person. Only the Imperial Master and his wife are qualified to act according to the cards. It's a low-level position. How dare you do a low-level job?"
want?"
He Lanmin said coldly: "Without this token, how can you mobilize the guards and horses in the palace to do that?"
Harry gritted his teeth suddenly: "I am a small centurion, and I am not qualified to do such a big thing. Madam, you'd better hire someone more capable, or you can send troops and horses, and I can take command on your behalf."
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He Lanmin's face turned cold, and her face suddenly dropped: "As a woman, do I still have to lead troops to fight in wars? Harry Huer, why do you think I came to you to do these things? Could it be that when I was in He Lan's department before?
Haven't you learned why women can't be generals?"
Harry suddenly said cowardly: "But, this is about killing thousands of Han people in the city, in broad daylight, in full view of everyone, I'm afraid..."
He Lanmin said in a deep voice: "You also know that it is broad daylight, so can I rely on the killers and assassins in my hands to do these things? Dayan has military laws. If the front surrenders to the enemy, you can sit together in the rear. At this special moment, people are panicked.
In half a day at most, the defeat will be reported, and then these Han people and some outsiders will take the opportunity to cause trouble. If Guanggu is lost, where can we go?"
Harry suddenly had an uncertain look in his eyes, obviously struggling.
He Lanmin took a step forward and looked at Harry Hu'er motionlessly: "You are from our Helan Department. I have always taken good care of you for so many years. How could I harm you? Considering your low position, I'm afraid
It's hard to convince everyone, so I'm giving this token to you because my brother once said that you are thoughtful and decisive in handling things, so you are suitable for such a big thing. I am a woman who escaped from the Northern Wei Dynasty, and although I have it in my hand,
With the token, I'm afraid there will be people who won't accept it. For example, Han Fan, as a minister, may disobey orders at this time, but you are a soldier of the Helan tribe for many years, and he doesn't dare to question you. As long as you hold this token,
Transferring the guards in the palace to deal with the Han prisoners is the number one contributor to stabilizing people's hearts and defending Guanggu this time. After your majesty and the imperial advisor come back, you will definitely be promoted to a higher rank in recognition of your merits!"
This chapter has been completed!