Lin Feng rushed back all the way, and when Lin Feng returned to Meng Ao, Lin Feng smiled and said: "General Meng, the second son of the Yang family has been killed by me. Almost all the strength of the Yang family has been wiped out. "
There was also a smile on Meng Ao's angular face, and he said: "This battle can be won thanks to the help of Marquis Lin. If Marquis Lin hadn't come to the battlefield to turn the tide, this battle would not have been won. Even in Zhou Yuan's time, , our army will collapse before Su Yang returns."
The fighting in this battle was brutal.
After the battle, there were countless casualties.
Even at the critical moment, if Lin Feng hadn't carried drums, urns, golden hammers, and a thousand final cavalry to attack, the Qin army would have collapsed.
It was during this battle that Meng Ao got to know Lin Feng better.
He is worthy of being a general disciple.
He is worthy of being the son of the Xia Kingdom’s God of War.
In Meng Ao's view, Lin Feng's ability on the battlefield has surpassed that of his father. In particular, Lin Feng was not only one of the best in terms of martial arts prowess, but also in terms of literary attainments and resourcefulness.
Lin Feng said modestly: "General Meng's love is actually the sacrifice of the soldiers under General Meng. If the soldiers had not dared to fight and kill, this battle might not have lasted to the end. I personally have some bravery, but it is not the most important thing. "
When Meng Ao heard this, he had a better impression of Lin Feng.
able!
He is also humble and even knows how to deal with things.
Such people are destined to be great talents.
Meng Ao also became closer to Lin Feng and said: "Master Lin, after this battle is over, if there is a need for my troops to be stationed in the future, even if you are notified, I, Meng Ao, will give you my full help."
Lin Feng said: "Lin Feng is here, thank you general."
While the two were chatting, Zhou Yuan and Su Yang led their troops back.
After Zhou Yuan saluted Meng Ao and Lin Feng, he looked regretful and said: "General, although many generals were killed at the end of this battle, they never caught up with the leader of the Qiang people, Yao Xing. The leader of the Qiang people, Yao Xing, , like a rabbit, running too fast.”
Su Yang echoed: "The last general pursued the Di people and chased him all the way, but he could not catch up with the enemy leader Pu Hong. Although he killed a lot of Di people, he did not behead the enemy general at the end of this battle. After all, it was a bit regretful. "
Meng Ao smiled and said: "No matter what, this is already very good. Send the order, count the losses, and take stock of the results of this battle."
"Here!"
Zhou Yuan and Su Yang both responded.
The two quickly made arrangements.
Such an inventory cannot be completed in a short time. It cannot be completed in half a day or even a day.
After all, they have been fighting for such a long time and the losses have been huge.
Lin Feng took the initiative and said: "General Meng, it will take a long time to take stock of this battle. Now, I will go back to Guzang County to deal with the situation in Guzang County. We will talk about it after the war has been taken. Follow-up.”
Meng Ao said: "Master Lin, please excuse me."
Lin Feng bowed his hands and bowed, then took Gao Xiaoyu, Huan Suzhi, and the Eighteen Tianlong Cavalry to leave the Qiang tribe and go straight back to the city. When Lin Feng returned to the city, it was already afternoon. Lin Feng had been fighting for half a day and was already hungry.
After Lin Feng had eaten and filled his stomach, he invited Cui Yuantu and Huan Suzhi to the study.
Lin Feng asked: "Mr. Cui, how is the situation in the city?"
Cui Yuantu said: "Reporting to the Marquis, a thousand fine cavalry led by Su Yang joined us and successfully killed the Yang Shanlong and destroyed the Yang family. Then, he arranged for people to guard the Yang family, and then quickly returned to the county government to prepare Eliminate Yang Shao, Wang Guang and others."
"Unexpectedly, Yang Shao, Wang Guang and others had already received the news and fled. The humble official issued a notice to calm the people, convicted the Yang family to appease the people, and at the same time let the county government officials perform their duties."
"Because the Marquis has not come back yet, I have further rectified the county government, eliminated all the people who belong to the Yang family in the county government, promoted minor officials, and arranged various matters in the county government."
"After the county government was stabilized, I took people to the Yang family again, and arranged for people to clean up the corpses piled up in the Yang family, and inventory the Yang family's granary and the place where the money was stored. There is too much food in the granary now, and it is impossible to determine it for the time being. But it is certain What’s more, there is an abundance of food.”
"In one or two years, Guzang County will not be short of food."
"The gold and silver counted in the Yang family are even more numerous. There are more than 200,000 taels of gold and more than 2.3 million taels of silver. They can be said to be extremely rich. You know, compared to Xia and Jin The Qin State and the Qin State are not rich. But so much money was found in the Yang family."
Cui Yuantu sighed and said: "This is the current situation of Da Qin. The big family has hidden too much money."
Lin Feng said: "The Yang family's business is a slave business, which is a very profitable thing. It is not surprising that the Yang family has so much money. As for the poverty of Da Qin, it is because the people are poor and the court's treasury is lacking. And for a big family like the Yang family , the business is a monopoly business, and he can be said to be extremely wealthy."
Cui Yuantu said: "What the Marquis said is true."
After a pause, Cui Yuantu continued: "Another thing, the land controlled by the Yang family is more than 30,000 acres near Guzang County. This is even more big data. These land deeds are specially placed in In a room.”
"In addition, the Yang family has houses and shops in Guzang County and many other places. In short, the Yang family in Guzang County and even Weiwu County is really like a local emperor, with a lot of wealth and a lot of food. "
"Destroying the Yang family this time was an excellent move. It was of great help to us. Without the foundation of the Yang family, it would still be difficult for us to implement the reforms in Guzang County. Now that we have these With money, everything will be easier.”
Cui Yuantu looked very happy.
The Yang family was settled, and Lin Feng had start-up capital, so he no longer had to worry about money.
After all, the court was short of money. Lin Feng was working in Guzang County, so the court couldn't give him much support.
Huan Suzhi took the words and said: "Mr. Cui's words are reasonable. We have food and money, and we have the confidence to carry out reforms in Guzang County. However, this time we wiped out the Qiang, Di and Yang families, and there were countless casualties. , this needs to be dealt with.”
"I estimate that the casualties of Meng Ao's army are at least 60%, probably no less than 20,000."
"This battle was too tragic."
"The fighting has continued from the beginning, with huge casualties on both sides. In view of this, Meng Ao will definitely recruit more soldiers. Here, the Marquis, I think we can allocate a batch of money to Meng Ao and let him arrange money to support the soldiers. "
"As for Meng Ao wanting to recruit troops again, that is his own business."
Huan Su said: "It's just a small amount of money. If you can make friends with Meng Ao, it's a good deal."
Cui Yuantu echoed: "I agree with this point. Meng Ao is a descendant of the Meng family of the Qin Dynasty, and Meng Ao is a tiger general in the army. With Meng Ao sitting in Guzang County, Guzang County will not have any problems. Make friends with Meng Ao , it will be of great help to the present Marquis and the future. This matter is of great benefit and no harm."
Lin Feng said: "I will arrange the financial compensation."
Cui Yuantu and Huan Suzhi both nodded in agreement.
Cui Yuantu continued: "Your Highness, the Yang family has been destroyed, but there are many big families who have dealings with the Yang family. Even these people are often collaborators. If these people are really pursued, none of them can escape. I have some thoughts on this matter."
Lin Feng said: "What did Uncle Cui think about it?"
Cui Yuantu said: "These people who have contact and dealings with the Yang family are all wealthy people from Guzang County and even Weiwu County. They are all from big families or wealthy businessmen. In my opinion, killing them is They don’t make much sense.”
"Moreover, if we really need to deal with them, beating these people to death with a stick will most likely trigger widespread unrest."
"So to change the idea, extorting a sum of money from them is the best arrangement. I suggest that the government issue a notice. In view of the Yang family's problems, other people will not be implicated, but those who have problems with the Yang family must come Atone for your sins, otherwise you will be punished as guilty."
"The so-called atonement is money."
"The big families have countless money, and the people are poor, but the big families are rich and extravagant. Squeeze out some of the money from these people. Then, it can be used in the next Guzang County."
"The Marquis wants to implement reforms, no matter how much money is, it is never too much. Now that there is an opportunity to obtain a large amount of money, I think I cannot miss it."
Cui Yuantu cupped his hands and said: "Although the method is not very bright, I think it is worth a try. Please make a decision, Lord Marquis."
Huan Suzhi frowned and said, "I don't agree. According to this strategy, once the news gets out, it will be detrimental to the reputation of the Marquis and damage his reputation."
Cui Yuantu said: "Actually, this is a deal. Shouldn't these people who are closely related to the Yang family be dealt with? Such an arrangement by the Marquis is the most benevolent and righteous, and it gives them a chance to survive. I think, This is something you can try.”
Huan Su's advice: "Good brother, be careful."
Lin Feng looked calm and without much hesitation, said directly: "In fact, I understand Uncle Cui's suggestions and brother's concerns. In my opinion, the issues I am considering are from two aspects."
"First, the Yang family is destroyed. These wealthy gentry who are close to the Yang family must be punished, so they must attack the mountain to shock the tiger. If they are not dealt with, these people will think that they have nothing to do with them and will not pursue their past affairs."
"Second, as Uncle Cui said, take this opportunity to squeeze money and weaken these big families. As for the so-called reputation, here in Da Qin, it only depends on the results, and there is no reputation. The most important point is that my reputation is not that of the big families. Given by the merchant family.”
Lin Feng said decisively: "My reputation is gained by governing the place and making the people live and work in peace and contentment. This is the most critical and important thing."
Huan Suzhi's eyes lit up, and he suddenly smiled and said: "I have fallen into a misunderstanding, just as the Marquis said. Reputation and prestige are not decided by big families and businessmen, but by thousands of people in Guzang County, and even It’s decided by the people of the world.”
Lin Feng said: "As for the Yang family, my brother is responsible for arranging the granaries, money, land, etc. For these wealthy gentry who are related to the Yang family, Uncle Cui will make arrangements for them to come and atone as soon as possible. Otherwise, after the time has passed, we will directly Catch him, put him in jail and hold him accountable."
"As you command!"
Cui Yuantu and Huan Suzhi answered in unison.
The two of them did not stay, and turned around to arrange things.
Guzang County has just stabilized and everything is on the right track. There are still countless things to do.
Lin Feng was also thinking about the next step. His focus is still on reform in Guzang County, changing the taxation method in Guzang County and developing commerce. While Lin Feng was thinking in his mind, there was a sound of footsteps. Gao Xiaoyu hurriedly entered and said, "Master Marquis, Governor Wang is here."
"Brother is here, please come quickly."
Lin Feng had a smile in his eyes.
Wang Yue came to Guzang County first to take up his post, but Lin Feng had just arrived and had many things to do, and he couldn't have too much contact with Wang Yue to avoid affecting Wang Yue.
So, there has been no contact.
Now, Wang Yue came on his own initiative.
Not long after, Wang Yue hurried in with a smile on his face. After sitting down, he said directly: "Brother Xian, you have taken down the Yang family this time. It is really a big deal, and it is very satisfying. It is amazing."
"It's been really hard for me these days."
"Although my order was arranged, it stopped at the Prefect's Mansion. I couldn't even leave the Prefect's Mansion, let alone carry it down below. Even when I left the Prefect's Mansion, there were still people following me. They called it protecting me, but in fact they were Surveillance.”
"too difficult!"
"I didn't expect that it would be so difficult to serve as the governor of Weiwu County. Fortunately, this time, you came to Guzang County as the county magistrate, and with lightning speed, you completely eliminated the Yang family, the Qiang people and the Di people. Since So, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief.”
"In the past, in Yongning County, thanks to my virtuous brother's help, I solved the threat from the Li family."
"When I get to Xianyang, thank you for your guidance."
"Now, it's thanks to you again."
Wang Yue looked filled with emotion and said solemnly: "Brother Xian is really my lucky star. Without you, I don't know how to break the situation or govern."
