He directly changed his title and called Xiao Yuan his lord, showing off his groveling attitude. He flattered and flattered Xiao Yuan, saying whatever was nice, and praising Xiao Yuan to the point where he almost became a god.
A group of officials followed behind and also agreed.
Xiao Yuan is the lord of Qin. Now he leads his army to attack Shu and Yong'an surrenders. It is reasonable for these officials to be afraid and worry, and they naturally want to please Xiao Yuan.
In response to their flattery, Xiao Yuan secretly shook his head with a smile on his face and didn't say much.
Let’s not mention Li Minggui’s talents for now, but if Xiao Yuan wants to govern Shu and wants the next war to go more smoothly, he must be kept first.
Later, Xiao Yuan led his army into the city.
However, at this time, Yong'an City was completely silent. There was no lively and prosperous scene like the county city at all. Instead, there was no pedestrian on the street, and the people closed their windows and doors.
You know, this is equivalent to the current city center.
Under such circumstances, Xiao Yuan, riding his war horse, could not help but turn his head slightly and whispered to Shangguan Wenruo: "It seems that the people of Yong'an are very afraid of our Qin army."
"This is inevitable. The people don't know what the lord will do after he enters Yong'an. In the past, wars and city massacres were commonplace. How can the people not be afraid?" Shangguan Wenruo said.
"Yes." Xiao Yuan nodded: "I immediately posted a notice to calm the people, instructing our Qin army not to disturb the people at will, not to break into people's houses without permission, and anyone who disobeys the order will be killed!"
"As ordered." Shangguan Wenruo quickly cupped his hands.
Along the way, Xiao Yuan led the army and walked leisurely on the street. After a while, some second-floor doors and windows quietly opened, revealing heads, looking down cautiously.
It is not surprising that this happened on the first day of Yong'an when the Qin army entered the city. It will naturally get better after three or two days.
After the group arrived at the county government, the Qin army quickly began to set up defenses. Immediately afterwards, Xiao Yuan was welcomed into the county government hall by Li Minggui.
As soon as he came in, the latter naturally bent down and stretched out his hands, welcoming Xiao Yuan to the main seat with a shy smile.
The latter was not pretentious. After taking his seat naturally, he waved his hand and said, "Everyone, please take a seat."
"Thank you, Lord." Everyone responded in unison, and then sat on the ground on the left and right, each with a case in front of them.
Not long after, the maid began to serve the wine and food one by one. In order to please Xiao Yuan, Li Minggui served all kinds of delicacies.
Looking at the table full of delicacies, Xiao Yuan couldn't help but move his index finger. He was about to move his chopsticks, but Xu Hu, who had been standing by his side, quickly stepped forward and began to test the poison with a silver needle.
He was Xiao Yuan's guard, so there was nothing strange about his actions. When Li Minggui saw this, he laughed repeatedly and said: "Haha, it should be, it should be."
After Xu Hu finished, he retreated to Xiao Yuan and said: "My lord, please use it."
Xiao Yuan glanced at him with a smile, pointed to his hand and said, "You should also take a seat."
"No, I will protect my lord in the end." Xu Hu said sternly.
"Hey? It's okay, sit down and drink, and have a few drinks with me." Xiao Yuan said again.
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"This is an order." Xiao Yuan added seriously.
Xu Hu then scratched his head, responded, and sat down next to him.
The atmosphere of this banquet was quite good. During the banquet, Li Minggui naturally toasted to Xiao Yuan frequently. The latter was not disappointed. After drinking for three rounds, he also said:
"Master Li, how many people are there in Yong'an County?"
"Oh, back to my lord, there are more than 200,000 people in the county. Yong'an has other counties under its jurisdiction, totaling 1.3 million in total." Li Minggui returned quickly.
Considering the social background at that time and the population of one county, this number is enough to show that Yong'an is a big city.
There are six or seven counties under the jurisdiction of Shu. Based on this, it is roughly estimated that there are more than seven million people. Moreover, Sichuan and Shu are rich in products, plus the land of Qin, it is enough to establish a country.
When Xiao Yuan heard this, a gleam flashed in his eyes, and then he said with a smile: "Okay, Yong'an people's livelihood is prosperous, and the people live and work in peace and contentment. This is all due to Mr. Li's contribution. His political achievements are outstanding and worthy of commendation."
"Oh, Princess, these are all what a subordinate should do. From now on, I will only follow the Lord's lead." Li Minggui said hurriedly.
"Haha, I am very pleased that Mr. Li has this intention. Come on, let me offer a toast to Mr. Li." Xiao Yuan said and picked up the wine glass.
"I'm scared, my lord, please." Li Minggui hurriedly stood up and held the cup with both hands.
After receiving Xiao Yuan's reply, he felt reassured. When the banquet was over, he arranged for two charming young women to serve Xiao Yuan, but they were declined by the latter.
After the two maids retreated, Li Minggui said angrily: "Stupid! Get out of here!"
"Yes" the maid responded crisply, bowed and left.
Then, Li Minggui looked at his staff and said, "What you said is indeed true. Master Qin has not moved my heart."
"Sir, you must not say that now. Yong'an has surrendered. He should be called the lord. Be careful of misfortune coming from your mouth." The staff reminded.
"Yes, yes, sir, that's what I'm reminding you." Li Minggui also came back to his senses, and sighed slightly: "Instead of being loyal to a mediocre master, it is better to find a bright master. No matter who you serve, you will be an official. This is what I want to do." For the sake of the people of Yongan."
What he said sounded grand, but in fact, he was just afraid of losing his official position.
In the afternoon of that day, the Qin army posted a notice to calm the people. At first, only a few people stood in front of the notice and pointed. Slowly, more and more people gathered. Finally, they saw that the Qin army really would not harm them, and people also Everyone began to venture out boldly, and the streets gradually returned to a bustling scene.
Two days later, the sound of hawking could be heard in the market, and the shops on both sides began to open their doors. Although there were not as many pedestrians passing by as before, it was becoming more and more lively.
After resting in Yong'an, Xiao Yuan called Lin Chu and said directly to him: "Go to Yizhou yourself."
Hearing this, Lin Chu couldn't help but ask: "What do you mean, lord?"
"Find a way to contact Fu De, inquire from the side, and if possible, find an opportunity to divide the relationship between Lord Shu and Lian Xiao. With Lian Xiao near Shicheng, he is always a threat to us." Xiao Yuandao.
"I understand, let's set off now." Lin Chu bowed his hands.
"Well, go ahead and send me a message at any time."
"No!" Lin Chu bowed and retreated. Xiao Yuan was still very reassured by his abilities.
A few days later, Yizhou.
War reports from all sides came. In the main hall, Huang Songyuan threw the bamboo slips to the ground and said angrily:
"Look! Look! What does Xiao Yuan want to do!? To appease the people, lighten taxes and reduce taxes. He is treating my Shu land as the Qin land!"
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