The population of Fucheng is very small, and the market is also in decline. Although the size of the city is similar to that of Nanzheng, it is far less than the more than 20,000 households in Nanzheng. According to the books, there are only 12,000 households. In fact, if you think about it,

It is not surprising that the Bashu aborigines were all imprisoned south of Chengdu, and currently all Liang and Yi states are refugees and their descendants, except for a small number of local tycoons who are used by Li Xiong.

At that time, there were approximately 300,000 to 400,000 refugees entering Shu. Although they have increased a lot in the past 20 years, don't forget that Li Xiong only had a population of several hundred thousand, but his army reached an astonishing proportion of 150,000.

Very incredible

Fucheng is the first medium and large city in Yunfeng that was surrendered through persuasion. After careful consideration, it was decided to adopt a policy of temporarily not making personnel adjustments to civilian officials as long as they can be used by them. However, the prerequisite is that the land must be allocated per capita.

, this is his bottom line

Yunfeng now uses two sets of teams. In the areas he forcibly captured, except for the chief officers who are appointed by him, all other subordinate and auxiliary officers at all levels are recruited through examinations.

However, the cities that were recruited for surrender must be based on the interests of local officials. If you act harshly at once, it will have very serious consequences. Don't expect any more cities to come to Liang and Yi. In addition to Hanzhong, Fucheng will basically be used.

model, wait until there is a vacancy for an official, and then arrange people who meet his requirements to fill the vacancy.

Perhaps this is an invisible compromise?

What surprised Yunfeng was that Fucheng had enough grain and grass. Even if the sheep did not transport grain from Qinzhou, the grain and grass accumulated in Fucheng would be enough for the entire army to feed more than 100,000 soldiers for about two months. It turns out that this place

It is Li Xiong's grain garrison. All the 30,000 troops stationed in Jiange are supplied by Fucheng.

However, although political affairs can be slowed down, the army must be reorganized. Li Xiong's army is too large, and a considerable part of the land must be cultivated. The meager taxes collected by Yunfeng cannot support so many soldiers.

A busy day passed. Early the next morning, Yunfeng summoned Han Yong, Zeng Daniu, Zhao Su and Jiang Fa to the Junya Hall.

The four people arrived almost at the same time and saluted: "I have seen the general."

Yunfeng returned the greeting and said, "No need to be polite, please sit down."

After the four people sat down one by one, they all looked at Yunfeng, knowing that he must have something important to do when he called so early.

Yunfeng first asked Xiang Zhao Su: "Excuse me, Mr. Zhao, are you familiar with the governors of Bajun, Basi, and Fuling?"

Zhao Su didn't understand what he meant, but he still replied: "Going back to General Bajun, Fuling County Sheriff and I have an old relationship, but Brazil County Sheriff has never met me."

Yunfeng did not comment and continued to ask: "How are the governors of Bajun and Fuling two counties like? I dare to ask Mr. Zhao if he is confident that he will surrender?"

Zhao Su was not a fool. He understood Yunfeng's intention as soon as he heard it. Before, he really regarded Yunfeng as a general of the Jin army. However, this person's current behavior is clearly to grab territory, and he is also very ambitious.

The guy

But he doesn't care_Pao&Shu& He surrendered Yunfeng, not Sima Rui. The greater Yunfeng's ambition, the higher he sits, the happier the officials below him will be, and the greater the benefits he can get. People will work hard for him.

What's the purpose of fighting for the country? Isn't it just to win the title of prime minister? If Yunfeng handed over military power to the Jin Dynasty, I'm afraid that at least half of his soldiers would have to run away before anyone could take over.

Zhao Su couldn't help but become solemn. The risk of persuading someone to surrender was quite high, as the opponent would probably push him out and kill him. However, the benefits were also obvious. Once the persuasion to surrender was successful, he would have made a huge contribution, but he was worried that he would not be reused in the future? Especially, especially

With his status as a reduced general, he is eager to be appreciated by Yunfeng

After careful consideration in his heart, Zhao Su cupped his hands and said: "Go back to the general and say that I will surrender to Ba County. I am 60% sure. However, the Fuling guard has always been on good terms with Jingzhou, so I am only 30% sure."

Yunfeng pondered for a moment and said sternly: "Most of Fuling is adjacent to Xiangzhou, but Xiangzhou governor Sima Cheng's army is so weak that he dare not go to surrender. As long as our army moves fast enough, we can catch up with the king of Jingzhou."

Or before Badong Ganzhuo gets the news, the troops are approaching Fuling. I wonder if Duke Zhao is willing to make a trip for me?"

Hearing the intention of sending troops in Yunfeng's words, Zhao Su immediately put aside his worries about safety issues. Moreover, with the troops accompanying him, the success rate would be much higher than empty words, so he quickly responded: "I would like to

Serving the General"

At this time, Jiang Fa also saluted and said: "General, why don't I go with Yan Zheng, maybe I can help you a little bit."

This old guy is very enthusiastic, so Yunfeng naturally won't shirk it, he hands it over and says: "It's so helpful for you two to have a run."

Then he turned to Zeng Daniu: "Daniu, are you going to lead 5,000 cavalry to the headquarters of Basi County in Langzhong to recruit surrender? Is there any problem?"

Zeng Daniu's loud voice rang out: "General, don't worry, I, Daniu, will never let down your trust."

Yunfeng nodded and said: "Okay, after the matter is completed, we will temporarily station in the local area and reorganize the garrison. Those who do not meet our army's standards will be returned to the countryside. Arrangements will be made after the subsequent infantry troops arrive." He was quite relieved about Zeng Daniu.

This person looks stupid on the outside but is smart on the inside. He should not do anything bad.

"Follow your orders," Zeng Daniu saluted.

Yunfeng looked at Han Yong again and said: "You lead 10,000 cavalry to follow Duke Jiang. Duke Zhao surrenders Bajun and Fuling. You must protect the two Dukes thoroughly."

"General, take your orders." Han Yong responded respectfully, but then hesitantly said: "General, if the Jingzhou Army or Badong Army arrives in advance and encounters the general, how should you respond? General, please tell me clearly."

Yun Feng snorted coldly: "If he knows what's interesting, then that's it. If he doesn't know how to lift, just start fighting. If it's not a last resort, it's not advisable to kill too many people. Just fight them back. If there are any surrendered pawns, try to bring them back. If

If you are not willing to surrender to our army, don't force it. You can state our army's policy and make it recite it in full, and then release it.

However, since Fuling has good relations with Jingzhou, local officials must carefully screen them. If there are any suspicious persons, they can be sent to Fuling together with their relatives. You can temporarily act as the governor of Fuling. After Fuling is under control, you can send clever soldiers to Hunan secretly.

Jing border area persuasion

It would be best if you can attract merchants from poor landowners and tenant farmers. If anyone dares to block it, you can send troops to pretend to be bandits and horse thieves and enter the other side's territory. You can control the scale yourself, but you are not allowed to rob the local people.

Just make sure that people tell the truth

In addition, the Han, Miao and other southwestern Yi people in Fuling live together, and their customs are completely different from those of the Qiang, Di, Badi and Xiongnu in the north. Let the officers and soldiers be careful not to violate other people's taboos unknowingly and cause unnecessary trouble."

Han Yong knew that he had a heavy responsibility on his shoulders, and it was also Yunfeng's consideration for him. If this errand failed, it would be difficult for him to get out of town in the future. He did not dare to neglect it at the moment and gave a solemn salute: "General, please

rest assured"

Jiang Fa couldn't help but his eyes lit up, and he praised sincerely: "The general is really good at his tricks. In two or three years, I am afraid that the borders of Hunan and Jing will be wiped out."

Zhao Su had a different feeling. Logically speaking, what Yunfeng just explained was not an aboveboard way. However, he did not shy away from him at all and just said it openly. He couldn't help but feel grateful secretly.

Yunfeng was also secretly satisfied with the subtle changes in Zhao Su's expression. He believed that if he wanted someone to be loyal to him wholeheartedly, the best way was to reveal a few secrets to him, so that he would feel trusted and valued.

Feel

Yunfeng smiled slightly and no longer dwelled on this topic: "That's it for today, I still want to help you make preparations. If there is no serious problem, how about setting off overnight tonight?"

As for Wenshan County in Yizhou and Yinping County in Qinzhou to the west of Fucheng, Yunfeng is not in a hurry. These two places are under his siege. It is not too late to surrender after Chengdu is broken.

"Yes," the four of them responded in unison.

While Yunfeng was busy grabbing territory, Li Xiong fled back to Chengdu. It wasn't until he entered the thick city wall that he calmed down a little like a frightened bird.

The experience of these days was like a nightmare, and he did not dare to look back. When he set out for Jiange, he brought 30,000 troops with him. However, he ended up fleeing in a hurry, with only dozens of horsemen accompanying him. If he did not end up just right,

A heavy rain will cause him to be captured or die in the rebellion.

After five hundred miles of fleeing, Li Xiong was exhausted. He had reached the limit both mentally and physically. He did not summon the officials to discuss matters, but rushed into the palace. The only thing he needed now was to rest.

have a good sleep

Just after taking a bath and changing clothes, Li Xiong was about to return to the palace when he saw his second wife, Queen Ren, coming with dozens of concubines, Jieyu.

Under the leadership of the Queen, all the beauties saluted in unison and said: "I will see you, Your Majesty."

Li Xiong changed his previous enthusiasm and waved his hand reluctantly: "Get up, everyone." After saying that, he turned around and left.

Empress Ren relied on her favor and asked ignorantly: "Since your Majesty has returned, you must have achieved a great victory and defeated the Jin army?"

Li Xiong's old face twitched for a while. In the past, he would have been furious. However, now he has lost all hope. Day by day, when he heard Queen Ren mentioning the Jin army, he couldn't help but have a trace of fear in his eyes. It took him a long time to become powerless.

Said: "If the sword pavilion is lost, maybe... maybe Fucheng will not be preserved either."

"ah?"

"What should I do?"

"Your Majesty, please think of a solution quickly."

All the beauties were shocked and dismayed. Although they lived in a deep palace, they also understood the importance of Jiange to Chengdu, and could not help but worry about their own fate. You must know that although the women in the palace were high and wealthy, they often failed when the dynasty fell.

It was the worst. Thinking about the wolf-like rebel army made them shudder.

Many of the beloved concubines were frightened and huddled together. Li Xiong's nostalgic eyes swept over their beautiful faces one by one. He thought that so many of his beautiful concubines would have to have fun under Yunfeng's crotch in the future, and they would like to please them. And this

They were laughing and playing with their extremely charming bodies, or they simply got tired of playing with them and then rewarded them to his generals, and suddenly there was a tingling pain in their hearts.

"No" Li Xiong looked up to the sky and roared, and a large mouthful of blood spurted out. Then his eyes went black, and he fell heavily to the ground with a plop.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, what's wrong with you?"

"Someone come quickly, someone come quickly and tell the imperial doctor to come..." (To be continued)
Chapter completed!