Visa, who was walking beside Hu Xiaotian, also realized his loss and said softly: "Master is not happy?"
Hu Xiaotian smiled calmly and said: "I'm not unhappy. It's just that when I saw the brutality of this battlefield, I couldn't help but feel some emotions in my heart." He asked Xiong Tianba to escort Visa back to the city first, and he and everyone arrived at Xiasha Port.
Liang Yinghao and Tang Tiehan were both commanding the cleanup of the battlefield in Xiasha Port. They heard that Hu Xiaotian was back and hurriedly came over to meet him. Hu Xiaotian asked about the general situation. So far, 11,300 people have been captured and more than 2,000 floating corpses have been fished out of the river.
, plus the more than 7,400 bodies that had died on the shore in the previous battle, the enemy determined that the death toll was close to 10,000, and a total of 456 people on their side were killed, and a total of 1,230 were lightly or seriously wounded.
Compared to Dayong, the losses were not huge. We are currently cleaning up the battlefield. Because the task is heavy, we temporarily recruited 10,000 migrant workers from the city to help clean up, most of whom came from refugee camps.
Hu Xiaotian nodded and said: "The fallen soldiers will be buried generously, and their families will be provided with pensions. Their parents and children will be supported by the government. If they come from a refugee camp, they can freely choose to live in Dongliang County or Wuxing County. We are responsible for everything."
When Liang Yinghao and Tang Tiehan heard what Hu Xiaotian said, they immediately understood that the matter in Wuxing County had also been taken care of by Hu Xiaotian. Hu Xiaotian's ability was beyond imagination. He took care of Wuxing County with only more than 20 people. In fact, what they were watching just now
They had made speculations about this when thirty warships from Wuxing County arrived, and now it has been completely confirmed.
At this time, Yu Tianxing, who was conducting the command in the distance, also came to meet Hu Xiaotian. When he came to Hu Xiaotian, Yu Tianxing bowed deeply.
Hu Xiaotian couldn't help but smile and said: "Why is Mr. Yu so polite?"
Yu Tianxing said: "Now Tianxing understands the original intention of the city lord to go to Dongliang County. It seems that the city lord has eliminated the hidden danger."
Hu Xiaotian patted Yu Tianxing's shoulder and walked to the side with him. He lowered his voice and said, "Tang Boxi is dead!"
Yu Tianxing said oh, not too surprised.
Hu Xiaotian said again: "Zhao Dengyun is also dead!"
Yu Tianxing's eyes widened with disbelief. Although he expected that Hu Xiaotian went to Wuxing County to persuade Yongjiang Navy, he did not expect that Hu Xiaotian would actually kill Zhao Dengyun. Removing the obstacle of Zhao Dengyun meant that Hu Xiaotian would start from now on.
Already guarding the two cities of Dongliang County and Wuxing County, he also controlled 30,000 Yongjiang naval forces. Their strength increased tenfold overnight, which meant that their passive situation of being beaten began to gradually reverse.
Yu Tianxing glanced at the thirty warships anchored on the north bank of the Yongjiang River and whispered: "Are these thirty warships here to transport food and grass?" His mind was so sharp that he immediately grasped the key point.
Hu Xiaotian nodded: "Not bad!"
Yu Tianxing said: "After the war, people's hearts were in panic. The common people thought that this war would completely anger Dayong and bring about even more crazy revenge."
Hu Xiaotian smiled and said: "They still have no confidence in me."
Yu Tianxing said: "It is necessary to kill a few rioters as a warning to others, otherwise I am afraid there will be a big mess." Yu Tianxing was very decisive in handling internal affairs. Even Hu Xiaotian could not imagine that a weak scholar could be so tough.
of iron fist.
Hu Xiaotian shook his head and said: "If you want to truly conquer Dongliang County, it is not appropriate to cause too many killings now. There will be a curfew for Dongliang County for the past two days. Those who dare to make lies and deceive the public will be arrested first. This is not the time to kill people. Kill people."
It is not the goal, to scare them. Making them feel scared is the ultimate goal."
Yu Tianxing said respectfully: "City Lord, I would like to express my gratitude." A look of shame appeared on his face. It seemed that Hu Xiaotian was blaming himself for being too murderous.
Hu Xiaotian said: "The cleaning and arrangement of the battlefield must be speeded up. Within three days. This place must be cleaned up. Also, try to let migrant workers do the cleaning of the battlefield, so that the soldiers can rest. Maybe it won't be necessary."
How long will it take before we are faced with another invasion by Yong's army?"
"yes!"
After Hu Xiaotian entered the city, he did not return to his mansion. Instead, he went directly to Zhuge Guanqi's home. There was no joyful celebration scene in the city. For most people in Dongliang County, the victory of this defense battle was by no means a good thing. It was shattered once it was over.
Their desire to return to Dayong, and secondly, this victory is likely to anger Dayong, and it won't be long before Dayong's army comes to take revenge. Many people attribute Hu Xiaotian's victory this time to a fluke, and Dakang has no chance at all.
Without the strength to compete with Dayong, otherwise he would not be in the current situation of retreating to Jiangnan.
Arriving outside Zhuge Guanqi's home, Hu Xiaotian looked through the crack in the door and saw Hong Lingxue sitting in the sun holding the soles of her shoes. He did not see Zhuge Guanqi's figure, so he knocked lightly on the door.
Hong Lingxue said softly: "Come in!"
Hu Xiaotian signaled his entourage to stay outside the door, walked in alone, and said with a smile: "Hello, Madam Sister-in-law!"
When Hong Lingxue saw that it was him who came to the door, she hurriedly stood up, bowed and made a blessing, bowed her head and said, "A civilian woman comes to see the Lord of the City."
Hu Xiaotian smiled and said: "Sister-in-law, you're welcome. Is Brother Guanqi here?"
Hong Lingxue smiled gently and said: "He slept too late last night and still hasn't woken up yet. I'll call him!"
Hu Xiaotian hurriedly waved his hand and said: "Don't disturb Brother Guanqi, I'll just wait here." Although he had not been in contact with Zhu Guanqi for a long time, Hu Xiaotian had already seen that this man was a great talent in Anbang Dingguo. Compared with Yu Tianxing
, the former is a surging river, majestic and sharp, while the latter is as deep as the vast sea, unfathomable, and has restrained talents. The former can destroy cities and villages for him, but the latter has the function of strategizing and fixing the sea.
, I am so lucky to have met two great talents after coming to Dongliang County. Yu Tianxing has great ambitions and is willing to stay by his side to expand territory for himself, while Zhu Guanqi has a calm temperament and is young but
It already has the meaning of being able to see through the world of mortals. If you want to persuade Zhu Guanqi to work for you, you must use your own sincerity to influence him.
This time against the Yong Army, it was Yu Tianxing who made the plan, but the key link was directed by Zhu Guanqi. The original plan was not flawless. If Zhu Guanqi had not supplemented the key points, Yong Army's armor-piercing ship would have been destroyed.
Having easily broken through their three pontoon defense lines, the Dayong Navy was able to arrive in time before their fire attack. What was even more rare was that Zhu Guanqi had no intention of being greedy for success and was willing to stay behind the scenes. This kind of character deeply admired Hu Xiaotian.
If you can gain Zhu Guanqi's recognition and get his sincere assistance, let alone wait for him for a while, what's the harm in even just visiting the thatched cottage?
Seeing that Hu Xiaotian insisted on waiting, Hong Lingxue poured him a cup of tea while continuing to hold the soles of her shoes.
Hu Xiaotian said: "How many years has Madam-in-law been married to Brother Guanqi?"
Hong Lingxue stopped the needlework in her hand, and a happy smile appeared on her pretty face: "Five years!"
Hu Xiaotian secretly thought that after five years, they still had no children. It seemed that the couple had encountered some problems in having children. Hong Lingxue's ovarian cyst should be one of the reasons, but it seemed that the relationship between the couple was very good.
and was not affected in any way.
Hu Xiaotian said: "Brother Guanqi is rich in knowledge and talent, why don't you take the exam to obtain a meritorious title?"
Hong Lingxue smiled and said: "Everyone has his own ambitions. My husband-in-law looks down on fame and fortune, and he doesn't like to follow the crowd. Even if he gets fame, his temperament will not allow him to adapt to an official career."
Hu Xiaotian sighed and said: "Dakang is in chaos and traitors are rampant. Brother Guanqi chooses to stay away from right and wrong. It is a wise move. But in the past, Dongliang County belonged to Dayong. I remember that Emperor Dayong was very thirsty for talents and was very interested in real talents.
Talented people will definitely be put to good use, why didn't Brother Guanqi go to Dayong to take the exam?"
Before Hong Lingxue had time to answer, she heard Zhu Guanqi's voice coming from the room: "Sitting in the car with the curtain in mind, I am worried about the clear clouds. I am looking forward to the rain when I am traveling. I dare to say it is for the common people!"
Hu Xiaotian couldn't help laughing, and Zhu Guanqi woke up.
Zhuge Guanqi yawned and said, "Ling Xue, are there guests?"
Hong Lingxue glanced at Hu Xiaotian with a smile, and said to the room: "Mr. Hu, Mr. Hu is here!"
Zhuge Guanqi said: "My benefactor didn't wake me up when he came!" As he spoke, he had already appeared outside the door. Before he could wash up, he was wearing a gray cotton robe that had been washed faded and turned white, and wore wooden clogs on his feet.
Holding his fists, he said: "Don't blame me, I went to bed too late last night and slept until midnight. I kept my benefactor waiting for a long time. I am guilty of this!"
Hu Xiaotian smiled and said: "Brother Guanqi, you don't need to be so polite. I just came back from Wuxing County and passed by Brother Guanqi's house. I saw that it was noon and I felt hungry again, so I shamelessly came to have a meal."
Zhuge Guanqi smiled and said: "Okay! Ling Xue quickly goes to cook."
Hong Lingxue nodded and said to herself that Hu Xiaotian had changed so quickly. She didn't even say that she wanted to come for dinner just now. It wasn't that she felt bad about the meal, but because there really wasn't anything good to entertain people at home. With Hu Xiaotian's identity, wouldn't it be
I wronged him.
Zhuge Guanqi said: "I also buried a jar of fine wine under the osmanthus tree. Ling Xue, you go back to Wangjiang Tower and buy a sauce duck."
Hong Lingxue responded with a smile.
Hu Xiaotian said: "Sister-in-law, you don't have to go in person, and you don't have to go to such trouble. I don't want to drink at the moment. My sister-in-law can just give me a bowl of Yangchun noodles."
Zhuge Guanqi was not polite to Hu Xiaotian and nodded to Hong Lingxue: "Then go roll the noodles, I want to eat them too."
Hong Lingxue responded and turned around.
Zhuge Guanqi said he was rude and asked Hu Xiaotian to wait alone. He went to the room to freshen up. When he came out, he was already washed and his hair was tied up in a bun. However, he was still wearing the shabby cotton robe. Hu Xiaotian found that although he was wearing shabby clothes
, but the clothes were washed cleanly, and even the patches and stitching on them were neat. From the details, we could see Hong Lingxue's meticulous care for him. Zhuge Guanqi's eyes were dull and warm, and there was no trace of it in his eyes.
Regardless of any desire or greed, the warm sunshine has already been on his body, adding a bit of laziness to him, which adds a bit of mystery to him. (To be continued)
