Chapter 517 A Thousand Miles Journey (11)

On March 26, when Zhang Xing got up, there was some light rain outside, but it didn't bother him. Instead, it somewhat relieved the late spring heat of the past few days.

And until the morning, waiting for those who surrendered to enter the city first and stabilize the order, then Wang Xiongdan and Yuanbaocun entered the city to control the city defense, and hung Luo Shu's head on the city gate. Chief Zhang then pretended to go back.

To the other side of Sanggan River.

Immediately, Qin Bao led the white cavalry in front to clear the way. Behind him, the three battalions of Wang Shuyong, Xu Shiren and Jia Yue were arranged neatly. The whole army had uniform armor and uniform robes. The officers wore whale dominoes, the sergeants wore Liuhe boots, the horses had upper armor, the cavalry infantry,

Bows, crossbows, straight knives and spears were all arranged in rows.

Chief Zhang, who was dressed in a red military uniform, was surrounded by military scribes and staff led by Ma Wei, and escorted by Niu He, riding a yellow gelding and carrying a red background flag with the word "deposed" on it, passed Youzhou Bridge and entered in a dignified manner.

To his loyal Youzhou City.

This scene is still very meaningful.

Because at this time, considering the defeat of the two-high and one-king coalition forces in the three northwest counties, it can be said that Hebei will be unified.

Not to mention, now that things have happened, the gang has not only taken advantage of the entire territory of Hebei, but the political structure has also been tested, the economy and people's livelihood have been maintained, and military construction and personnel construction have become a superficial system, mysterious and mysterious.

Practitioners also have quality and quantity.

In the eyes of many people, this is a complete and vigorous new country.

It is a pity that after the Three Expeditions, the smoke and dust arose, and the gang immediately claimed to be the leader of the rebel alliance. To this day, the situation has never been inferior to others, and the achievements are really amazing.

Back in front of him, Zhang Xing entered the big city of Youzhou and walked along the Central Avenue. Halfway through, the light rain gradually stopped. By the time he arrived in front of the General Manager's Mansion, even the bluestone ground was almost dry.

The people waiting here greeted each other, and it was Lu Sidao's turn. He was still dressed in Taoist priest clothes, but he took the initiative to point his fingers to the sky as a compliment: "Chief Zhang, help us sweep through Hebei this time. It is really like a glow breaking through the clouds, clearing the surrounding areas. Lu

Someone is about to leave, and I would like to congratulate the chief first."

This metaphor, tsk tsk, the words spoken by educated people are pleasant to the ears.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xing quickly stepped forward and took the other person's hand: "Mr. Lu, I see that you are in good health and have a noble mind, why don't we work together to make a future together?"

Lu Sidao responded with a wry smile: "Chief Zhang, let me tell you the truth. Being an official in the past decades has exhausted all my blood. Now when I talk about being an official, I think of all the humiliations I suffered in the past decades.

...Please ask the chief to be accommodating and let me quietly watch the turbulence of the situation."

Zhang Xing saw that what the other party said was sincere and it was not easy to force him, so he immediately nodded: "That's fine, but everyone knows about Lu Gong's contribution to Youzhou, so he has to express his feelings. Lu Gong and I will temporarily sign a non-appointment.

Leader, just come and listen during the meeting in the future."

Lu Sidao thought about it for a while. Firstly, the other party's sincerity was obvious, and secondly, he himself became curious about the gang's governance, so he agreed.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Xingshun pulled the lever and continued to talk to the other party: "In addition, there is an extra thing that I want to ask Mr. Lu for help... Mr. Lu, please don't refuse, and listen to me... I have always asked him to help me..."

It is well-known that young people in rural areas are forced to build foundations. Last year, it was discovered that the only children who needed foundation building between Heji and Jiji were the children who had just reached the age of 10. So they started to build specialized schools there on a large scale from last year, and now

Hebei Yitong, in addition to these schools, is also planning to build a university in Yecheng, so that literary and even martial arts students who are interested in becoming officials can have a place to gather and study... I would like to ask you to help revise the textbooks and courses."

That's right, in Linsang Palace a few days ago, based on the political impact of Xushui's victory, Zhang Xing felt that the situation was developing too fast, and thought that he should set up a propaganda-oriented department. However, within two or three days, he fell into a trance.

In Zhoucheng, they found that the situation was getting worse again, and it was time to take the initiative to add a new link in their talent selection mechanism... Lu Sidao happened to be a talent in this direction, but he directly brought it up.

On the contrary, the person in charge of the propaganda orientation still has no clue.

Although Lu Sidao was greatly moved after receiving the invitation, he pondered for a moment and became uneasy: "Chief, it's not that I don't want to do it, but it's a matter of great importance, but I am an old evildoer, and it takes a lot of effort.

, but I can’t afford to delay, so I’m afraid of not being able to do it in time, and I’m also afraid that what I do will not be what the chief wants.”

"It's better to do this than never. It's better to do it sooner than later. Moreover, there are Dukes Wei Xuanding, Zhang Shizhao and Zhang Gong in Yecheng. They will take the lead in doing this. They will definitely not pass the responsibility to Lu Gong and you alone." Zhang Xing consoled him kindly. "

Besides, if it’s really done, wouldn’t I watch it?”

"In that case, I'll give it a try." Lu Sidao couldn't resist the temptation after all.

After Lu Sidao agreed, everyone was naturally happy and could fry the dough together.

So, next, right in front of the General Manager's Mansion, with the light above his head, Chief Zhang delivered a formal and passionate speech, praising the soldiers for their good fighting skills and recognizing the deep work of the people in Youzhou who came to surrender on time.

Ming Dayi praised everyone for their effective control and acceptance of Youzhou City.

Then the conversation changed, and a series of prepared military orders were issued in front of the General Manager's Mansion.

It is to clean up the battlefield, track down deserters, and strictly enforce military law.

In order to control the main roads in Youzhou, Hou Junshu was sent to lead Yuanbaocunying to Anle County to kill Daoling, Su Jingfang was sent to Daning County to connect the bitter sea, and Dou Xiaoniang was sent to Beiping County to return to Zhoushan to contact Liucheng and Bailangwei.

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Then headed by Xu Shiren, Jia Yue, and Wang Xiongdan, all the clerks, staff assistants, took over, and inventoried the towns, markets, ferries, military camps, warehouses, government properties, statistical craftsmen in various parts of Youzhou, and reported to the chief for approval.

In addition, Wang Shuyong, Yuan Baocun, Ma Wei, and Zhang Gongshen were the leaders, along with various documents and staff assistants, to inspect the civil and military officials of the former Youzhou camp, make decisions on their appointments, and report to Chief Zhang for approval.

At the same time, it is inevitable to reiterate the military law, but those who are still stubborn and resist will be dealt with seriously in accordance with the previous agreement without mercy.

He also sent messages to Xushui, Hejian, and Yecheng, dispatching troops and horses to go north to enrich Youzhou.

As soon as the military order was issued, Chief Zhang immediately changed his role, transforming from the former pancake-eating warden to a ruthless form-stamping machine... Having said that, it was not completely calm. It could even be said that major and minor incidents continued, and internal and external disputes continued.

For example, something happened just after the deliberation to surrender. The remaining ten cavalry of Yanyun Eighteen who defected to Zhang Gongshen. Whether they surrendered before Youzhou City was destroyed or after Youzhou City was destroyed is actually a very difficult thing to define.

Because they arrived in Gu'an after dawn.

Of course, the matter itself was a small matter. After hearing the experiences of these people, Chief Zhang directly ignored the issue of time and pointed out that the rescue of these ten people had been determined to be a contribution to the camp and that they could be given preferential treatment.

It was resolved smoothly immediately.

However, this incident also aroused some special thoughts in him.

Therefore, he wrote a special letter to Wei Xuanding in Yecheng, asking the other party to prepare a proposal on the amnesty system.

Then there is the matter of cavalry establishment.

The gang has its own army system. It is impossible to capture all the surrendered troops after conquering an area. It must first set up the establishment and then select and appoint them. But there is a special place in Youzhou, that is, the local has always had a cavalry tradition, and because

Next to the Northland and the Bitter Sea, there are abundant war horse resources, so there are a lot of cavalry. The gang's army system cannot be said to be lacking in horses or cavalry, but it is just that there is no shortage. Therefore, faced with high-quality and cooperative cavalry troops, it is responsible for

Wang Shuyong, who was reorganizing, had some thoughts and wanted to keep a little more.

He proposed that all the current battalions should be added with two teams of 200 cavalry, or since the territory is large, ten more cavalry battalions should be centralized.

The answer given by Zhang Xing was very simple. In principle, he agreed to retain more cavalry personnel, but he had to send them home first, then transfer the land to them, and then recruit them again according to the roster. The specific matters would be discussed with the leaders at Daxingtai.

This incident was essentially caused by advancing into Youzhou too quickly.

And this is only a matter here in Youzhou. Things are still going on in Hejian, Xushui, Yecheng, and the three northwest counties... Why did Murong Zhengyan refuse to become an official, and who will replace Murong Zhengyan's position as the leader in Hejian?

It solved the dispute between Yecheng and Hejian; some people in the Yecheng direction suggested that Chief Zhang should proclaim himself emperor, and some people in the gang felt that it was okay for Chief Zhang not to proclaim himself emperor, but the country should be officially established and titled.

In addition, there are even more undercurrents regarding whether Hejian, Youzhou, and Northwest counties should set up offices and who will be responsible for them. Chen Bin, Xiong Bonan, and Xu Shiying are within the scope of their responsibilities.

, but as far as Zhang Xing knows, many gang leaders, big and small, are working together... and are preparing to push some out according to the top of the hill.

In this chaotic situation, another thing happened soon, but it seemed to have no value to discuss.

Because this matter was more of a piece of news than a matter - on March 28, Li Ding sent someone to send over the head of the second high-ranking officer in Dai County and reported on the process of mopping up the three northwest counties.

The process was very simple. After Er Gao was defeated, he fled back, and the conflict immediately broke out... There was no way, the two of them were at odds with each other from the beginning. Although they both had the surname Gao, at the time of the incident, one of them was one of the top local powerful people.

Qi, the other is a miner and a private salt dealer fighting fiercely. They have never been on the same side, but were forced to come together by the situation. Gao Kaixing even took the initiative to bypass Gao Taoist and surrender to Luo Shu when Luo Shu conquered Daijun.

However, Taoist Gao boasted that he had an old relationship with Xiong Bonan, and he was not willing to come to this battle at all, but was coerced by Gao Kaixing to come.

Therefore, after returning from defeat, Taoist Gao was trembling with fear, fearing that he would be chopped into pieces by Gao Kaixing, so he took the initiative and held a banquet to try to kill him with poison. At the same time, he contacted Li Ding and said that he was Xiong Bonan's life and death brother.

I was also formally appointed by Xiong Bonan years ago, and asked Li Longtou to quickly send out elite personnel to respond.

According to reports from some sources in the army, Li Ding obviously played a trick and agreed on the spot. He also issued a military order in front of the envoy and mobilized the troops, but the speed was extremely slow. As a result, Taoist Gao got half of the troops.

, Gao Kaixing, who was poisoned, actually escaped under the leadership of his personal guards, and sent troops to attack Gao Taoist priest again.

A pair of Bohai Gao family members, and two leaders of the local rebel army in Daijun, started killing each other without restraint. The blood flowed like rivers, the women and children who were killed were hard to survive, and the swords and guns were sharpened until the army showed up.

, and then took control of the situation.

At this time, Taoist Gao was dead and Gao Kaixing still had half life. Li Ding killed him on the spot in the name of the culprit and hung his head in public.

There is no controversy, no trouble, nothing anyone can say.

Because from the perspective of the gang, these two people died well and wonderfully, and they wiped out the three northwest counties in one fell swoop... Li Silang was very clever.

In fact, after Wang Chenkuo, who had stayed at Jingxingkou in a wait-and-see situation, learned the news, he immediately, without any hesitation, fled into Jin with all his remaining troops to become his loyal ministers to the British.

For a time, the three northwest counties were extremely clean.

But, is that just that?

If the military is like this, what about politics?

King Xiongbo Nanxiong, who has a life-and-death relationship with Taoist Gao and has always been as famous as Wang Chenkuo in the past, has nothing to say. What is he thinking about this matter? This kind of unscrupulous deception and use of Jiang people, including the old members of Ergao and their family members

Will the tragedy of the incident scare the people of Hejian and Youzhou who have just surrendered? Also, by doing this, Li Ding must be suspected of using the cover of the gang to obtain the property of Taoist priest Gao as a reward for the westward troops. Will it frighten some gang members?

Are the stubborn people dissatisfied?

A day later, it started to rain again outside. The rain was not heavy, but it was a little noisy due to the rising temperature and southerly wind.

Zhang Xing sat cross-legged on the brick couch in the backyard of the Youzhou Governor's Mansion, looking at the two heads that were pickled with lime in the bucket in front of the couch, frowning slightly.

There are about four or five desks in the room, a dozen busy clerks and staff, and seven or eight soldiers under the door corridor. Frankly speaking, there are people who can help Chief Zhang handle paperwork and forms in this room.
To be continued...