"County Magistrate Li, do you agree with me to lead people to stop the rebels? I will immediately take them to the railing to gather, defend the food to the death, and fight with them." Zhou Che said loudly.
Li Hui waved his hands and said: "Don't be anxious, we will naturally stop it, not only you will go, but I will go too. But we need to make some plans. We are short of manpower, and the enemies who steal food are numerous, so we need to come up with countermeasures.
"
Hu Wenli shouted: "County Magistrate Li, you must think twice. If you try to stop me, you will die. Don't act impulsively."
Li Hui said in a deep voice: "This matter requires us to act together and work together to deal with this crisis."
Song Yande frowned and said: "County Magistrate Li, I can't go. I don't have the strength to tie a chicken, I haven't fought in a war, I can't come up with ideas, and I can't go to the battlefield. I won't hold you back."
Hu Wenli also said: "I can't do it either. I am a layman when it comes to fighting. If County Magistrate Li and County Lieutenant Zhou think you can do it, you can do it yourself."
Li Hui nodded and smiled and said: "This county knows how capable Lord Hu Bo is, the Prime Minister of Song County. Don't worry, I won't let you die. Please go drink and have fun. You are really good at singing the wind and the moon. Let you go and control it."
Enemy, isn't that for nothing? Don't worry, this county and Zhou County Lieutenant will handle this matter."
Song Yande and Hu Wenli breathed a sigh of relief, and did not care about Li Hui's sarcastic tone, as long as they were not dragged to death.
"Yes, yes, yes, Lao Chen and Hu Zhubo are sitting in the rear to stabilize the morale of the army for you. Just feel free to face the enemy," Song Yande said.
Li Hui shook his head and said: "There is no need for you to sit in the rear. Although you don't have to go to meet the enemy, you can't be idle. You have your errands."
Song Yande and Hu Wenli asked hurriedly: "What's the errand?"
Li Hui said in a deep voice: "To drive them away, I'm afraid we can't do it with our own manpower. We need to inform Liyang County and Lujiang County immediately, and ask the two counties to send out soldiers to jointly resist the enemy. I will write two letters immediately
After writing the letter, Song County Magistrate and Chief Hu set off immediately to Lujiang County and Hefei County respectively. They asked to see Wang Muzhi and Hefei County Magistrate Huang Yukun. They handed the letter to them and let them know their interests. You must ask the two counties to send troops immediately. You
The two of them must complete this task. Do you understand?"
Song Yande and Hu Wenli looked at each other, and Hu Wenli frowned and said, "You can just ask someone to send a letter about this matter. Why do we need to go? If we go, we won't be able to call in the government troops."
Li Hui's face darkened and he said coldly: "You two are Juchao County officials. Is it the same for you to go as ordinary government servants? This matter is important and you must go. If you don't want to go, then follow the county to the north.
Facing the enemy, take your weapons and fight with the enemies who are robbing food. If you die in battle, this county will petition you for merit, and the imperial court will issue a decree to commend the two of you for your sacrifice in protecting the property of the people of Juchao County.
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Song Yande frowned and said: "County Magistrate Li, aren't you trying to make things difficult for others?"
Li Hui shouted sternly: "This county wants to make things difficult for you, what do you think? Do you want to be disobedient and disrespectful? You two have always lived in Chao County, doing nothing every day, ignoring official duties, and behaving inappropriately. This county has never followed suit.
You are just arguing, but you are trying to push back and forth at this time. Do you really think that this county cannot move you? Are you going or not?"
Song Yande and Hu Wenli were so frightened by the fierce look in Li Hui's eyes that they had goosebumps all over their bodies. Magistrate Li was like a beast with fierce eyes at this moment. How could they dare to argue any more.
"We'll just go. Hey, we'll just go, why bother saying such things." Song Yande muttered in a low voice.
Li Hui shouted coldly: "Let's go now. Song County Magistrate will go to Liyang County, and Master Hu will go to Hefei County by boat. There is no delay. No matter what method you use in this county, whether you cry, beg, or kneel
It doesn't matter if you kowtow, you must ask for the troops from the palace to be dispatched. Remember, you two, if you don't ask for reinforcements, you don't have to come back."
Song Yande and Hu Wenli turned pale, stood up, bowed their heads and left without saying a word.
After the two left, Zhou Che spat and cursed: "These two bitches are greedy for life and afraid of death, and they have no regard for the overall situation of Juchao County. Seeing their faces, I want to give them a kick. Unlucky.
very."
Li Hui waved his hands and said: "There is no need to be acquainted with them. We will discuss our plans to invite reinforcements, but we cannot completely count on the two counties to send troops. If they don't come, we have to find a way to resist the enemy."
Zhou Che cupped his hands and said, "Just give me County Magistrate Li's orders. Zhou Che will listen to you no matter what you do."
Li Hui muttered: "In this case, you and Jiang Sheng, you guys, immediately go to several wealthy families to inform them that they have an agreement with me, and I can recruit their nursing staff. No matter how many people can be recruited, each one will count.
One more person means more strength. I will immediately prepare some combat supplies, vehicles, etc. We will try to complete the preparations at midnight and set off to the railing assembly immediately."
Zhou Che accepted the promise and left quickly with Jiang Sheng and others.
At the third watch, Zhou Che rushed back to the yamen with more than 60 guards from various major clans. In front of the yamen, more than 180 "volunteers" and county soldiers and government officials had gathered in front of the yamen, as well as several vehicles.
A large cart covered with a tarpaulin.
There are actually more than 230 people in the Juchao County Volunteer Group and the county government, but obviously they cannot take them all away. Some people must be left in the county to maintain daily security and operations, so Li Hui made a selection and let some older people
's stayed.
Li Hui was changing clothes in the back hall, and Ah Zhu was waiting on him.
Li Hui put on his thin-soled boots, tucked in his trousers, and tied up his belt. Ah Zhu quickly helped Li Hui comb his bun with a comb and tied it firmly with a hair tie.
Seeing that Ah Zhu was silent, Li Hui asked with a smile: "A Zhu, what's wrong with you? Are you mute? Why don't you talk to me?"
Ah Zhu looked up at Li Hui and said, "A Zhu is very worried and doesn't know what to say."
Li Huidao: "Don't worry."
Azhu said: "Why aren't you worried? Da Zhuang said that there are one or two thousand enemies, all well-armed soldiers and horses. The young master leads hundreds of people to fight them, which is certainly worrying."
Li Hui smiled and said: "I'm not stupid. If you can't beat me, won't you run away?"
Azhu said: "When fighting, there are always surprises. Arrows don't have eyes, and neither do swords."
Li Hui chuckled and said, "Can't you just hope for me? You have to say these things."
Azhu said hurriedly: "No, that's not what I meant. I was just worried about the young master. I said the wrong thing. The young master will definitely be victorious when he leaves."
Li Hui laughed loudly and teased her: "If I lose my arms and legs, will you still follow me?"
Ah Zhu hurriedly said: "Young master, please don't say this. If...if...there really is any accident, A Zhu will never leave you and take care of you for the rest of his life. I swear to God, if I violate my oath, I will be struck by lightning and nothing will happen."
die."
Li Hui pressed down her little hand that she raised to swear to the sky, and said with a smile: "Why are you swearing? I'm teasing you. Just wait and wait for the good news of my triumphant return. By the way, didn't you say there was something?"
Do you want to take it with me? They are waiting outside. If you don’t give it to me, I will leave.”
Azhu groaned and said quickly: "I almost forgot, wait a moment, I will go to the side room to get it."
Ah Zhu turned around and left quickly. Li Hui walked to the bedside, took off his dagger and hung it on the iron buckle on his waist. After taking two steps, he felt very comfortable and nodded with satisfaction.
Ah Zhu came back quickly, holding a package in his hand, and handed it to Li Hui and said: "Here, young master, take this with you and wear it when fighting."
Li Hui reached out and took it. The package was heavy and asked, "What is this?"
"This is the Poison Dragon Leather Armor that Brother Zhou sent before. He said it was ripped off from the lake bandit Feng Heizi. Brother Zhou said that this is an excellent protective item, and it is perfect for the young master to wear for protection.
But I thought it was unlucky to have it ripped from a dead person, so I washed it several times and kept it in the side room. At this time, the young master can just wear it when he goes to war, so he doesn't care about the luck.
It’s unlucky.” Azhu said repeatedly.
Li Hui nodded and said with a smile: "It's a good thing. Very good. I'll take it with me. Azhu, I'm leaving. You can pack up and go to bed."
Azhu nodded, looking a little sad and a little reluctant to leave.
Li Hui stretched out his hand to touch her face. Ah Zhu did not avoid it, but seemed to rub Li Hui's palm twice. Li Hui turned around and went out. Ah Zhu walked to the door and watched Li Hui's back disappear into the darkness, his body
He leaned against the door and remained silent for a long time.
Halfway through the third watch, the men and horses set off.
Surprisingly, when walking on the street leading to the North City Gate, there were figures standing on both sides of the street in the dim light. The windows on the second floor of the market were open, and there were figures standing there. Those were the people in the city.
After learning some news, they all got up and sent each other silently.
Li Hui looked at this situation and felt a little emotional in his heart. The people of Juchao County had gone through many hardships and thought they would settle down, but something unexpected happened again. They must be very worried. He never expected that he would suffer such hardship when he came to Juchao County.
There are so many challenges, which makes me feel physically and mentally exhausted.
However, since I have given them hope, I cannot let the fire of hope go out. In this era, there is no capital for comfort, and we need to constantly overcome difficulties and move forward. I will not give up easily and let this good situation be lost.
We must not do anything. This is not only about ourselves, but also about so many people who got up in the middle of the night to see each other off.
The carriages and horses left the city and headed north along the rugged road. The torches were shaking and the wheels were sparkling. Everyone was silent and the atmosphere was a bit dull. Because they didn't know what kind of situation they would face this time.
Many people already know that they are going to fight the Shouchun rebels and stop them from looting food. Although the reason is legitimate, with such a small number of people, the disaster may be more serious than good.
Zhao Dachun and Guo Dazhuang didn't care. They didn't know why they were arguing about the best dish at the banquet last night. You and I couldn't agree with each other, and the two of them were not talking on the same track. They often disagreed.
It's hilarious. It dilutes a lot of the dull atmosphere.
Zhou Che and Li Hui walked at the front of the team. Zhou Che reported to Li Hui in a low voice the situation of going to the wealthy family's house to ask for someone, and his words were quite angry.