Anti Qing

Chapter 82 Captain
"Bring it up!"

As Hao Yaoqi spoke, he waved his hand back violently.

"This is the ironclad proof that the Xu family combined with dog officials in Nanyang Mansion to embezzle people's property!"

Under the surprised and delighted gazes of the two, several elite riders moved several large boxes into the lobby of the state government office in groups of two.

Gu Junen got up and paced around the box with a smile on his face.

"Little King Chuang, these gold and silver treasures must be the taxes collected by the Xu family and Zhizhou Xu Zhenshi in Dengzhou!"

"This is also the last wealth in Dengzhou. How do we deal with it?"

When Li Zijing came to the box, he was also fascinated by all kinds of gold and silver treasures in the box for a moment.

But soon, he recalled the scenes he saw in Neixiang and Dengzhou along the way.

"In the area from Dengzhou to Nanyang, there are ten rooms and nine empties, and the people are scattered. There are only a few people left. Where did they find the taxes?"

Gu Junen sighed, the light in his eyes dimmed.

"Hmph, how can these officials, gentry and landlords care about the lives of ordinary people?"

"The army came all the way, and the local people were full of food, and some of them were so hungry that they didn't eat for a long time."

"These gold and silver treasures can be brought back to Xiangyang to help King Chuang start a family in Xiangyang, or distributed to the people, all according to King Chuang's orders!"

Although Li Zijing had never lived in such troubled times, he also learned of the sufferings of the original body before following Li Zicheng's rebellion in his memory.

Being persecuted by officials and gentry was a common experience of the first batch of rebellious old people in Dashun. The memory in his mind made Li Zijing hate the officials and gentry of this era.

Li Zijing closed the box, and at the same time covered the heart-pounding and sinister golden light from inside, his eyes became more determined.

"These gold and silver treasures cannot be divided. If they are divided, they will become harmful weapons and kill these people."

"Since the officials and gentry urged the people to obtain these gold and silver treasures, then I, Li Zijing, swear here: take it from the people, and return it to the people!"

Li Zijing closed the box, his eyes moved slightly, but he turned around quickly.

In his heart, it's not that Li Zijing doesn't want to take these gold and silver treasures for himself, but now that Xiangyang has not arrived, and the situation is dark and unclear, what's the use of taking these heaviness aside?
Once they can't gain a foothold in Xiangyang, all these gold and silver treasures will eventually be made into wedding dresses for the officials and the Qing army.

Li Zicheng's old path in history cannot be followed by himself.

Every piece of these gold and silver treasures must be reserved for the reconstruction of Xiangyang and the restoration of people's livelihood, and the rewards will be far richer than these few boxes of gold and silver treasures.

Which is more important, Li Zijing knew very well.

Looking at Li Zijing's eyes, Gu Junen knew deeply that he was following the wrong person. This little King Chuang has a mind that ordinary people can't match.

A person with a real long-term vision will not be choked up by a few boxes of gold and silver treasures, and the road will be bound.

"King Chuang is right. In troubled times, no matter how much gold and silver are given to the people, they will not be exchanged for food and drink. Instead, it is better to fill their bellies."

"I can see this clearly, and I believe that King Xiao Chuang will live up to His Majesty's great trust and open up a second world for Dashun in Xiangjing."

Gu Junen turned his head to look outside the hall and shouted loudly.

"go with!"

"Inform the local people of Dengzhou about King Xiao Chuang's oath today, so that those who are willing to follow the army to retreat south can go to Xiangyang together."

"Those who are not willing to follow the south retreat can quietly leave some gold and silver, so that they can do it themselves."

After entering the city, the former battalion was busy working around in Dengzhou City, but there were not many people in the lobby, and only one department head was in command.

After waiting for a while, the chief executive was called over, Gu Junen ordered him again, and then he left in a hurry.

Li Zijing looked at the rice wine that was brought to the table and was produced locally in Dengzhou, raised his eyes, and looked around.

"Do you have any recommendations for candidates to be stationed in Dengzhou?"

Gu Junen is not yet familiar with the regulations of the former camp, so he did not speak this time.

As for Wu Zhaosheng, he really knew in his heart that he was the most suitable person to stay here. The reason why he didn't say anything was also because he knew the special status of his identity.

Wu Zhaosheng has never forgotten that he is a surrendered general, and he can do anything in the army, but he cannot leave the main force.

Standing up and volunteering at this time, in the eyes of others, it is tantamount to going to join Duduo who is stationed in Huaiqing again.

After all, that was his old master.

When there was no one to talk to, Li Zijing was also thinking about who to choose.

The formation of troops must be tailored to local conditions, and the selection of generals must also be determined by the situation.

On the front line of Dengzhou, Li Zijing's idea was to deploy defenses and transport local resources to Xiangyang by water to assist in the construction. He did not intend to build anything here.

This task is relatively easy, and ordinary generals can do it well.

Needless to say, Hao Yaoqi, this guy has a violent personality, if he leaves him, there might be some troubles again, and he is not suitable for long-term stationing.

What about Wu Zhaosheng?

Thinking of this person, Li Zijing's eyes moved slightly.

To be honest, although Li Zijing showed trust in Wu Zhaosheng, there was still a gap in his heart.

In the past, it was under Li Zijing's nose and there was a large army guarding it, so Wu Zhaosheng could still do it alone without worry.

But now that he is leading the army alone in Dengzhou, Li Zijing is still worried that this will send Wu Zhaosheng and the green battalion under him back to the mountain.

What's more, Wu Zhaosheng is also a relatively capable person in Qianying. When he arrives in Xiangyang, his assistance is indispensable in everything.

After thinking for a while, Li Zijing put the two of them down and gave orders.

"Call the former battalion chief Zhang Xian to come to the lobby of the state government office!"

After waiting for a while, a department head rushed over and saluted with fists cupped.

"Humble post Zhang Xian, the current head of the department, see the general!"

This man named Zhang Xian was the only eighth-rank whistle chief in the department when Li Zijing was the head of the former battalion.

Li Zijing was later promoted to the general of the system, and Zhang Xian was promoted to the head of the original department.

As for the current front battalion, who Li Zijing thinks is the most suitable to stay in Dengzhou for defense, there is no one except Zhang Xian.

"I remember correctly. You are from northern Shaanxi. Before the rebellion, you sold salt for a living. You have a father and a sister in the old camp, right?"

Zhang Xian was taken aback, not knowing what to do, but he said nothing.

"Yes!"

Li Zijing nodded slightly and raised his hand as a signal.

"Listen."

Zhang Xian shuddered and quickly knelt down on the ground.

"I am humble!"

Li Zijing stood up and ordered someone to bring a glass of rice wine on the table to him.

"Now I am short of soldiers and generals in the front battalion. You are considered an old man in the front battalion. You have fought many battles, and your brothers have obeyed you. I will now conform to the people's hearts and propose you as a fifth-rank captain!"

From the head of the department to the captain, it can be said that it has been promoted two levels in a row.

Zhang Xian's expression was obviously overjoyed, and he was even more respectful.

Li Zijing said with a look of embarrassment on his face, and sighed.

"In order to prevent the Huaiqing Qing army from attacking Xiangyang, and also to stabilize the hearts of Jingxiang, I will leave you to lead a thousand troops, and the original two hundred, to station in Dengzhou for defense."

Li Zijing said, staring slightly.

"Dengzhou's inner-country front-line defense is very heavy. It is necessary to pay attention to the movements of Duoduo in Huaiqing day and night, and report to this general at any time."

Zhang Xian was taken aback. He and everyone in the front battalion thought they would go south after a few days of rest, but they didn't expect to suddenly change their strategy.

He pondered for a while, with embarrassment on his face.

"General Zhi, Dengzhou is now full of ruins. If you want to stick to it, you need to fortify the walls and clear the land. Besides, the strength of [-] troops is too small."

"With these manpower alone, it is no problem to hold Dengzhou temporarily, but we can't take care of too many people."

Li Zijing nodded and drank the rice wine in one gulp.

"The general will have his own considerations. After our army leaves, if there are people returning, we will send people to escort them to Xiangyang by water."

"When Ben arrives in Xiangyang, I will send you more people as soon as possible."

(End of this chapter)