Wild North America 1846

Chapter 38 Fragile Balance

about four o'clock in the afternoon
After a long journey, Li Cha entered San Francisco (San Fernandez) with two wild wolves behind him, causing quite a commotion in an instant.

Firstly, it was because of Richard's reputation, especially his status as a noble royal family from the ancient eastern empire was widely spread, and he seemed to have become a prominent figure in the new town.

Secondly, this combination is too strange. Almost everyone knows the North American wild wolf, but it is the first time that they entered a new town with such a well-behaved person, and there are two cubs on the back of the pack horse. It is really strange. combination.

this year
It is not uncommon for ranchers to raise a few bears, tigers, and leopards, especially tigers and lions are imported from outside, and there are many circuses traveling in Europe.

But adult wild wolves are not familiar things. They are the eternal totems of Indian indigenous tribes. I heard that only the bravest men in the tribe can talk to wild wolves.

The story of the warrior and the wolf is naturally highly topical.

In the eyes of complex envy, Li Cha rode through the street calmly, raising his arms from time to time to greet the people who greeted him enthusiastically. This welcome look was like a warrior returning in triumph.

at Rose Manor

Richard knew that although there were some turmoil in Xinshi Town, the local conservative white forces did not take the initiative to initiate provocative actions, and the situation was calm, which finally made his heart rest in peace.

There is no way not to worry!
Li Cha is now in charge of the Datang Society's armed forces, and he has to rely on him to charge the battle alone. The Chinese gunmen of the Datang Society have not really grown up, and it will take time.

At this time, if he is taken away from his lair, all previous efforts will be wasted.

It was when he learned that Xinshi Town was safe and sound that he had the thought to catch two bear cubs back in the wilderness, and brought back No. 1 and No. 2 wild wolves by the way.

In case something happens, as long as it is used properly, the wild wolf pack wandering in the wild is also a big help.

Back at the general headquarters, a group of subordinates had already greeted them, which immediately aroused the barking of two wild wolves.

Li Cha scolded, told the wild wolf to be calm, and got off his horse, handed the mount and belongings to the logistics supervisor Gai Wangshan and the others, and then put the two cubs down, and took them to the backyard. go.

A wild wolf is a wild wolf after all, even if it is subdued by Li Cha, it is full of wildness. It will show its fangs to any stranger who approaches, and launch a bloody attack without hesitation.

Li Cha brought the wild wolf back to the small garden in the backyard, bounded by the Moon Gate, and he was not allowed to step over the Thunder Pond, nor was he allowed to attack the four little maids, and by the way, he helped to keep the two cubs from running around.

from a certain point of view

These two wild wolves will unconditionally carry out Richard's orders, and they are more trustworthy than complicated human beings.

The small garden in the backyard was originally not big, only about 0.31 acres in size, but now there were two more wild wolves and two cubs, Ah Jin and Ah Hui, which scared the four little maids quite a bit.

"Don't be afraid, just treat them as two dogs." Li Cha explained with a gentle expression, then beckoned to make the two wolves lie at his feet, and continued; "Come here one by one, let these two dogs Get familiar with the smell on your body, and you won’t make a mistake.”

"Master, this wolf is so fierce, we dare not approach it."

"It's okay, you see... It's okay to touch their heads like I do. Of course, you can't touch their heads. Well, you still have to keep a necessary distance." Li Cha stretched out his hand and touched the wolf's head. The head can also show a very obedient look.

This caused most of the maids to recede from their fear, and Ah Zhen was a little more courageous. Seeing that the three little sisters were hiding behind her, she mustered up her courage and said, "Master, you have to keep an eye on it. Bite me!"

It can't be blamed for the maid's fear. The two wild wolves only obeyed the young master's orders, and when the young master was away, they withdrew their tame pretense and showed their cruel and ruthless side in the wilderness again.

Especially the eyes of wild wolves, which look completely different from the warmth of dogs, revealing the bestiality of coldness and bloody killing, and are extremely aggressive to anyone approaching.

Coupled with such a big guy, how can the girls not be afraid when they see it?
"It's okay, as long as you don't tease them, they won't take the initiative to attack." Li Cha patted the wild wolf on the head, constantly deepening the behavioral norms of the wild wolf through deterrent abilities, and strictly forbidding them to attack these delicate and tender girls in the backyard .

If his animal nature is strong, he can tear these little girls to pieces in minutes.

Ah Zhen, Ah Qiao, Ah Hong, and Ah Xiang, the four maids in the backyard, with the encouragement of Li Cha, finally walked over boldly and let the two wild wolves smell their bodies one after another.

Compared with these two terrifying wild wolves, the two bear cubs, A Jin and A Hui, seemed a little cute. After the initial strangeness, they even chased the maid to play.

After washing up and changing into a set of clean and tidy clothes, Li Cha walked out of the small garden with easy steps and came to the back hall meeting room, where Mike Rabiot and others were already here.

Only two days before and after leaving
The main thing is that Mike Rabiot introduced the confrontation with John Sutter, the mastermind behind the new town. Judging from the situation he introduced, the situation is not optimistic.

Neither the noble status of the former royal family in the ancient Eastern Empire nor the existing forces of the Tang Dynasty can stop John Sutter's hostility towards Chinese forces. This is based on his deep-rooted white supremacist philosophy. The contradictions between the two sides are irreconcilable .

The thing that can make John Sutter feel afraid is the in-depth cooperation between Fangcaodi and Datang Club. If the two join forces, John Sutter's existing power may not be able to move.

Fangcaodi is an English-style town established by the Scottish captain William Richardson. Relying on the good port conditions and shipping advantages in the Bay Area, Fangcaodi actually monopolizes the foreign material transportation trade, and its influence cannot be underestimated.

Most of the captains who went ashore and settled down settled their families in Fangcaodi. Compared with the chaotic new town, this place is more like a high-end community with good law and order and a superior environment, so it is favored by high-end people.

Behind William Richardson, loomingly involved was a powerful force from Britain capable of influencing the attitudes of a large proportion of white immigrants in Newtown.

Once the two sides go to war

It is more of a conflict of interests than race and color. Those small groups of white people or gangsters of all sizes, bounty hunters or white lone rangers, adventurers and gold diggers who are separated from the major forces, eventually Which side will help to fight, I am afraid that more money will be used to speak.

think about it
John Sutter chose a more secure plan. He will observe for the time being, and he is not in a hurry to start a war. Currently, he is in a fragile balance stage.

After listening to Mike Rabiot's report, Richard could feel the heavy pressure on his shoulders. He thought about it and said;

"Mike, the top priority is that we have to discuss in-depth cooperation with Fangcao. Please convey my desire for cooperation to Captain William Richardson, and hope to arrange a meeting as soon as possible.

The second point is that we will continue to strengthen the military power of the Tang Dynasty. Both George and Embiid have received long-term and formal military training. I want them to go to Rose Manor to help train more than 2 Chinese Americans there. Bodies.

my thoughts;

It is to train these guys to serve as a mobile military force hidden outside us, which can support New Town or Grape Valley in times of crisis.

As for farming, it is enough to work harder after training. As long as they are paid enough, I don't think they will complain.

The original expansion plan of Datang Club in the new town and Grape Valley remains unchanged, still 200 cavalry and 100 musketeers, and recruit enough manpower as soon as possible to start military training.

Thus

We will have more than 550 military personnel at our disposal, which is more than enough to protect ourselves in the complicated situation in this region. "

"Mr. President, I very much agree with your opinion and am willing to serve you." Mike Rabiot maintained the elegant French aristocratic etiquette, patted his chest and bowed in greeting.

"Since it's been decided, it's hard work for you to act immediately. The corresponding weapons and supplies will be deployed by Chief Gai. I will meet with Captain William Richardson in the near future to solve this problem as soon as possible."

Li Cha made a quick decision, then turned his gaze to Gai Wangshan, and said in a cautious tone; "One more thing, I bought a very interesting blueprint in Sacramento, which is a water tank designed by a high-level engineer. Car-style gold pan, you should arrange some experienced carpenters to set up this equipment by the American River as soon as possible. In the final analysis, the Datang Association should also actively participate in the gold panning business, and everything is for development.”

After finishing speaking, Li Cha took out a stack of drawings and handed them over.

(End of this chapter)