Zhou Qing placed Han Leisan in the cook's class, then returned to the company headquarters. When he saw Han Baihang, he said unhappily: "Company commander, why did you let Han Leisan be the cook? Isn't this overkill?"
Han Baihang knew that Zhou Qing would ask this question, so he asked: "Then what military position do you think should be given to him? Give it to the deputy platoon leader as you said. Don't say that I don't have such great power to appoint officers. Even if I have the power, I won't.
will do so."
"Why?" Zhou Qing muttered, "They have helped us."
"One yard owned by a yard!"
Han Baihang's tone became serious: "I said he could help him reinstate his position as an officer, but he insists on being a soldier for me. Since he is a soldier for me, he must follow my rules." As he spoke, he was furious.
He glared at Zhou Qing: "And you, you are extremely confused. You are still a platoon leader. You don't even understand the principles of employment. Only kindness and power can be used to conquer people's hearts. If I give him an official position easily, there is no guarantee that he will not be able to do it in the future.
Secondly, I want him to be a cook because I want to sharpen his character. Anyone who has ever been a militia leader will inevitably have bad habits. I have to get rid of the bad habits in the military camp and slowly promote them to more important people."
Zhou Qing suddenly realized it and said with shame: "I know I am wrong because of my humble position."
Han Baihang hummed, walked around on the ground a few times, and said, "You have something to do."
Zhou Qing straightened up his chest and raised his ears.
Han Baihang walked over and whispered a few words in his ear. Zhou Qing nodded vigorously: "Don't worry, company commander, I will do it beautifully!"
…
At night, Yong'an Town fell silent. It had just rained heavily and it was a bit cool at night. Many people's houses had not yet been built, so they lit up firewood to keep warm. Late at night, the old streets suddenly burst into flames, and then some houses in the new streets were on fire.
The fire broke out, and before the people in the town could recover, they heard a burst of intensive gunshots in the town, and someone shouted: "The bandits are coming in!"
The people were so frightened that they had nowhere to hide at night and could only shivering and huddled in the shadows of the houses.
The gunfire lasted for more than an hour before it stopped, and there were sporadic gunshots from time to time. At this time, the officers and soldiers and the militiamen beat the gongs and shouted: "Folks, don't be afraid, we have beaten away the bandits, everyone, rest in peace."
"
At dawn, Pang Yumin hurried to the old street and took a look. He saw dozens of shops that had just been erected with roof beams and tiles laid in ruins. He couldn't help feeling sad and almost fainted before he could take a breath.
, the old man scolded with tears in his eyes: "Damn bandits, I will destroy your ancestors!"
Just when Pang Yumin was in pain and had lost all his money, Han Baihang arrived with his troops. He jumped off his horse, walked towards Pang Yumin and clasped his fists and said: "Mayor Pang, the bandits attacked last night, you must be frightened."
When Pang Yumin saw Han Baihang, it was like meeting his backbone. He stepped forward and held Han Baihang's hand tightly, crying: "Captain Han, the bandits burned down all my shops. What should I do?"
Han Baihang glanced at the desolate old streets and sighed: "Mayor Pang, I deeply sympathize with your experience. After the battle last night, we captured several injured bandits. After interrogation, we learned that they were
The bandits in Tiejiao Mountain came here for you, Mayor Pang, and now there are rumors among the bandits that you brought a hundred thousand yuan in disaster relief funds, and many bandits are targeting you."
As soon as these words came out, Pang Yumin was shocked. Since ancient times, he was not afraid of thieves, but was worried about them. It was better to be targeted by bandits. He hurriedly said: "Where did this rumor come from? Magistrate Mei only granted me two thousand yuan.
It’s all been spent a long time ago, as you know, Captain Han.”
"I know, but the bandits don't know!"
Han Baihang said solemnly: "This kind of rumor has always been believed by most people. I guess burning the shop is just the beginning. More bandits will come to Yong'an Town later. Mayor Pang should be careful."
Pang Yumin said anxiously: "Captain Han, you must protect the safety of the town!"
Han Baihang asked: "Mayor Pang, I'm afraid there is nothing I can do. The officers and soldiers have been stationed in Yong'an Town for many days, and the food and salary are no longer sustainable. Gushan Town recently invited our troops to garrison and guard against bandits. I plan to leave tomorrow. Pang
The mayor should form a militia as soon as possible to prevent bandits."
Pang Yumin was so anxious that his voice changed. He pulled Han Baihang's sleeve and said, "Captain Han, you can't leave. Gushan Town, a remote and remote place, cannot compare to our Yong'an Town. Isn't it just military expenses? Can't I go out?" He was killed by the bandits.
After burning the shop, he felt scared. If Han Baihang evacuated the officers and soldiers, Yong'an Town would become a fish on the chopping block of the bandits and be slaughtered by others.
"Mayor Pang, this is not a matter of military spending, it is a matter of Han's credibility. Since I have promised to Gushan Town, I cannot go back on my word. Don't worry, although I have moved to Gushan Town, as long as there is gangsterism in Yong'an Town, I will
We will definitely lead the troops to rescue the siege without any ambiguity." Han Baihang promised firmly, patting his chest.
If Pang Yumin is willing to believe this, if the bandits really attack, let alone whether Han Baihang will give such a good guarantee now, even if he is willing to rescue quickly, the time spent back and forth will be enough for the bandits to loot Yong'an Town several times: "Captain Han
, I won’t let you go, and even if I let you go, the people of Yong’an Town will not agree, so please, for the sake of the people, never leave.” As he spoke, he winked at his attendant,
Chang Sui hurriedly ran to call the people.
Han Baihang was confused: "This..."
"I am willing to pay three levels of tax as military expenses. Captain Han, please stay." Pang Yumin gritted his teeth and said. He couldn't see that Han Baihang was asking for a price, but he had to give in.
"good!"
Han Baihang pondered for a long time, and then nodded heavily and said: "Since Mayor Pang is so kind in asking you to stay, Mr. Han will be a broken man for once, and he will not go to Gushan Town!"
Pang Yumin hurriedly asked: "What about the security of the town?"
Han Baihang's eyes flashed: "Nothing like last night will happen!"
…
After receiving Yong'an Town's third-floor tax for military expenses, Han Baihang returned to the military camp with satisfaction. In fact, there were no bandits. The fire last night was set off by Zhou Qing and the people from the special agent squad. The fierce exchange of fire was also an illusion faked by the officers and soldiers.
It was to create tension for Pang Yumin and force him to make concessions on the issue of military spending.
This strategy was not very clever. Han Baihang knew that Pang Yumin would definitely be suspicious in the future, but he was only suspicious and could not provide any evidence.
Of course, Han Baihang also prepared for the worst. If Pang Yumin still held on to his money bag, he wouldn't mind actually moving to Gushan Town and letting the bandits teach him how to behave.
Han Baihang had actually figured out why Pang Yumin did not cooperate in pledging military expenditures. The conflict between the two people occurred over the training of the militia. There was only one squadron of militia in Yong'an Town, and Han Baihang had already taken it. Naturally, Pang Yumin was not willing to give in, so he raised the military expenditure.
Making things difficult on issues.
But the matter was finally resolved, and with military spending, Han Baihang could continue his plan to suppress the bandits.
