Xu Zongwen was rushing back to the Prefect's Mansion from the school grounds to catch up on his sleep. Last night, a few barbarians took advantage of the chaos and tried to assassinate him. They caused a commotion in the backyard of the Prefect's Mansion. They were so frightened that Wang Xian, the prefect of Xiapi, didn't even have boots after hearing this. He had time to change, so he hurried to the backyard to visit with only a pair of clanking clogs.
In fact, those Hu people were really smart and found the right place. Unfortunately, Xu Zongwen was not in the dormitory arranged by Wang Xian himself that night. On a whim, he changed to the study room of the Prefecture to sleep on the Hu bed. , and then those barbarians were naturally and unfortunately arrested and brought to justice.
"That couch is really too low. I'm really not used to sleeping on it. The bed is more comfortable." Xu Zongwen, who was used to sleeping on later generations' big beds, very wisely chose to go to the study again to catch up on his sleep.
As for the captured Hu assassins, he has given full authority to the prefect Wang Xian for interrogation. Anyway, he is already an embroidered pillow now. Not to mention that there is no official business in the prefecture that needs him to handle. Even if he is there, he will do nothing. All the bad things were sent to Xu Zongwen, so now he was the most idle person in Xiapi City.
Furthermore, if something happens to Xu Zongwen in Xiapi, he cannot escape responsibility! He also pointed at Xu Zongwen and spoke kindly for him to Zhu Xu and Xie Shi!
Therefore, to sum up, the person who hates those Hu assassins the most is none other than Wang Xian, and the person who most wants to find out the murderer behind the scenes is none other than Wang Xian, the prefect of Xiapi.
"No, no, something big has happened, Captain!"
Xu Zongwen had just slept with his clothes on, but before he could close his eyes, another call from the soldiers came from outside, causing him to curse "Mom, you're selling me"...
"Is the roof on fire? Ah San, what are you shouting in such a hurry?"
"Report to the captain, some Beifu soldiers guarding the treasury took the lead in looting property, and now the treasury has become a mess!"
Ah San, whose full name is Zhang San, was one of the few Xiangyang soldiers under Zhu Xu. Because of his bravery in battle and outstanding archery skills, he was favored by Xu Zongwen and selected to become the captain of the personal soldiers.
"Damn it!" Xu Zongwen jumped up from Hu's bed. He took out the sword from his waist and kicked open the study door. Zhang San was so frightened that he quickly knelt down.
"It's none of your business. Hurry up and lead the way. Your captain is going to put out the fire," Xu Zongwen spat and changed his words: "He's going to save the situation."
Xu Zongwen had already planned to pack up the property in the treasury and take it away, so he asked Zhang San to lead people to transport it. It must be that the people under this guy were not quick enough and were discovered!
Without saying a word, Xu Zongwen took a few personal guards around him and dozens of soldiers guarding the prefect's mansion and ran towards the treasury!
Xiapi County Treasury.
A pile of treasure boxes at the door of the treasury had long been opened and exposed to the public. Several soldiers in Beifu soldiers were fighting for the jewels, gold and silver in the treasure boxes. The gold and silver jewels scattered on the ground were shining under the dazzling sunshine. It is so dazzling, confusing and bewitching people's hearts, and it also awakens the greed in everyone's heart!
Not only the Beifu soldiers, but also the soldiers from Xiapi County who were newly incorporated into the Jin army also began to rush into the treasury. Until later, the passing Xiapi common people joined the crowd vying for the jewelry. The passage of time made the crowd even stronger.
"Chirp, chirp, chirp—" Xu Zongwen rode his horse to the treasury. When he saw the chaos in front of him, he closed his eyes slightly and tightened his hands on the reins!
In troubled times, we should use heavy codes. It seems that what the ancients said is not unreasonable!
After Xu Zongwen strengthened his idea, he accelerated the pace. He asked the pro-army troops to control all the Beifu soldiers leading the way, and then transferred support from the nearby troops guarding the arsenal to maintain order.
"Captain Xu is here, Captain Xu is here!" The leader of the Beifu soldiers shouted in the crowd, but what greeted him was an arrow coming into the wind.
It was Xu Zongwen who asked Zhang San to shoot and kill the Beifu soldier who violated military discipline. When the arrow passed through the chest of the Beifu soldier, and when the white feathers were stained with bright red blood, the jewel that the soldier desperately grasped finally fell to the ground. , followed by a burst of panicked shouts...
Xu Zongwen warned in a bad tone: "No one is allowed to move, anyone who disturbs will be punished with riots and beheaded from the market!"
"Kneel down, everyone, kneel down for me!" Zhang San shouted at the top of his lungs, pointing at the crowd.
Xu Zongwen and his men surrounded the treasury, controlled the front and rear gates, and successively arrested all the gangsters, including the common people, who participated in looting property.
"Pass my order. Except for Shen Yu and Zheng Lue who are on mission, the rest of their subordinates must gather at the school grounds before three quarters noon. Anyone who delays will be severely punished!"
Xu Zongwen really couldn't stand it anymore. How could the military discipline of these dignified Beifu soldiers be so bad? Forget about the soldiers of Xiapi County, the strong army trained by the Xie family with so much manpower, material and financial resources is actually so lax in military discipline! If the enemy throws down some belongings such as baggage and jewelry in future battles, then they have to throw down their weapons and surrender. Why fight?
Xu Zongwen was ready to go on a killing spree. To be honest, he had only had Fu Rong's blood on his hands so far, and Fu Rong was the one who brought it to his doorstep himself.
Even when they were fighting in the Qin army's camp on the night of the Battle of Feishui, he only knocked people out in self-defense, and at most broke their limbs. He really didn't hurt anyone, but he didn't expect that now he would have to use the blood of his comrades. Establish his military prestige!
At Xiapi Campus, Xu Zongwen is here again.
"From today onwards, military discipline will be strictly enforced. Whenever our troops attack cities and seize territory, firstly, they must not kill innocent people or surrender soldiers; secondly, they must not plunder people's property or occupy land; thirdly, they must not rape women or abuse women. Fourthly, you must not occupy the treasury privately or take property without authorization. Fifthly, you must not disturb the people or harass the people. Sixthly, you must not disobey military orders and leave the camp privately. Seventhly, you must not discuss military exploits or compare achievements in private. Anyone who violates these seven prohibitions will be executed!"
"Captain, you can't kill me! A lieutenant or general below has no right to execute someone without authorization. They must report it to the police and do not execute soldiers lightly!"
Xu Zongwen did not expect this to happen. It seems that he has more time to study the military law of Jin Dynasty.
"Captain, although the military law you just promulgated is unlikely to be followed by all military camps, it can be implemented in our department openly after reporting it to Zhu Shijun for approval..." Zhang San, the captain of the soldiers on the side, reminded him.
When Xu Zongwen was in a dilemma, he heard Zhang San's reminder and thought of a way!
"Looting property and hiding stolen money, how should we deal with it according to the law?"
"According to the Jin Law and Military Law, the punishment varies from one hundred floggings to fifty sticks, depending on the amount of property obtained."
"I've given you an advantage, so I'll give you fifty sticks each, and the people who participated in the looting will be punished by serving three months in prison."
"Thank you Captain..."
Xu Zongwen turned around and quietly told Zhang San: "Ah San, you go find some thicker sticks, and then tell the execution brother, if you die within fifty sticks, it's nothing. If someone survives, then I'm sorry, execution Anyone else will have to give me fifty sticks!"
"Captain, don't worry, you can just take care of me, Zhang San!" Zhang San nodded and immediately went to make arrangements.
All the soldiers watched with their own eyes as more than a dozen Beifu soldiers were stripped of their armor and pushed on benches. Then Xu Zongwen's soldiers were waiting for Xu Zongwen's soldiers to walk up to the stage carrying pine sticks that were thicker than their thighs and had not peeled off their skin. , still everyone was tensed up, and their hearts were in a state of panic!
The captain wants to beat people to death before he is willing to let it go!
"One, two, three, it's too light. Try again, one, two..." Ah San pretended to stand on the execution ground and count. Every time he called "restart", the hearts of the punished soldiers under the sticks were shaken. It was so cold that everyone felt regretful, especially after hearing Xu Zongwen’s last words...
Xu Zongwen walked to the stage, unmoved by the cries and begging for mercy. He said to all the soldiers: "This captain will submit the seven bans to Zhu Shijun and the chief governor. You must not think that it is just my captain." The captain is just talking, have you seen these people? This is the end!"
"But," Xu Zongwen suddenly changed his subject: "Those who obey my orders will of course be rewarded. If a city is captured in the future, each person will be rewarded three thousand dollars and one hundred catties of corn."
Three thousand coins is equivalent to 30,000 RMB, and one hundred kilograms of corn is equivalent to a bag of about 25 kilograms of rice. This alone is enough for people in this troubled world to willingly sacrifice their lives for it!
"I am willing to die for the captain!"
"I am willing to die for the captain!"
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Thinking of heaven and hell, those soldiers who did not participate in looting the treasury were very happy that their choice was correct. What made them even more proud and gratified was that they followed a captain who could bring them a future!
All seventeen Beifu soldiers were beaten to death, and no one was left. Xu Zongwen just told the matter and the military orders he had drafted to be copied by the main book of Xiapi Prefecture, and then sent them to Zhu Xu together.
"Ah San, hurry up and pick a few careful and bold people to sneak into Tancheng. When my army attacks Tancheng, you will be the inside guard and help me break the city. If I succeed, I will show my merit for you."
"The captain thinks so highly of you, Zhang San will certainly live up to his trust!"
After sending Zhang San away, Xu Zongwen sealed up the Xiapi treasury. After the Beifu soldiers robbed the treasury, he changed his mind and was not ready to take away these burdens. He had already handed over everything to those who were about to come. Zhu Xu's army has arrived. As for the rewards promised to everyone, he believes that Tancheng's treasury will not be less than that of Xiapi.
Tonight, he will personally lead four thousand elite cavalry to march eastward, capture Tancheng, and regain Donghai County...
