If he were given a chance, maybe Chen Zhixian would definitely be able to build Izumo Town into Izumo City, or even develop and expand it, forming a certain climate in the surrounding area. However, this natural disaster swept in, and all his original ambitions turned into nothing.
Between ambition and the people, he ultimately chose the people.
In response to this, Mao Sui nodded secretly in his heart and had a good impression of Chen Zhixian.
Apart from anything else, as long as Chuyun Town joins Dayi, there is no doubt that he will be the lord of the city. As for the gains and losses, it depends on how you think.
"What paradise? If Minister Mao hadn't come, I'm afraid that in a few days, my Izumo Town would have turned into a living hell. It's too horrible to look at."
Chen Zhixian smiled bitterly and shook his head, looking at Mao Sui, and was secretly shocked. From him, he could feel an unfathomable aura, and his cultivation and combat power were definitely stronger than his own.
Don't think that just because you are a civil official you will be weak.
If you really underestimate it, you will be slapped in the face at any time.
As the successor of the Zongheng family, Mao Sui practiced the art of Zongheng, and his strength was not weak. Fighting alone, no one in Chuyun Town could be his opponent.
Even the large army that Dayi followed with him were not many who could be his match.
He secretly sighed that the foundation of the Great Yi Dynasty was really unfathomable and amazing. He had no doubt that if he wanted to, with this army of 10,000 people in front of him, he could easily wipe out the entire Izumo Town and completely destroy it.
"Don't worry. As a human power, our Great Yi Dynasty has never watched other human civilians starve to death or freeze to death. The king was even more gracious. When he heard that the surrounding human forces were affected by the disaster, he immediately decided to use the stored food supplies for disaster relief. The king also mentioned many times in the court that in this eternal world, our human race is weak, slaughtered, and suffers from many disasters. We will help if we can. As human beings, we should be united in facing the outside world. No matter whether they are the people of Great Yi or not, they are all human compatriots, brothers and sisters. If we have the ability to help, who else will help?"
Mao Sui said with a smile.
"King Yi is truly kind."
When Chen Zhixian heard this, he was also solemn, and bowed slightly in the direction of Dayi.
He used to be a government official, so he knew very well how much pressure he would face in the face of natural disasters. Not to mention helping outsiders, even within his own power, everyone was desperately trying to collect supplies and food.
This is just like the landlords in ancient times. During famines, the grain in their hands would still pile up like mountains, much of it almost going moldy. But even if it was moldy, few of them would take it out for disaster relief or give it to the victims.
Not to mention the current eternal world, the natural disaster will last for who knows how long, and food is life. If you put yourself in his shoes, he will not give it out easily.
This kind of mind is worthy of admiration from all human beings.
"King Yi is merciful!!"
"Yes, King Yi really saves people from suffering. How wonderful it would be if I could become a citizen of Dayi. Even if it shortens my life by ten years, I would be willing to do so."
"Why can't our Chuyun Town join Dayi? If we can join Dayi Dynasty, then wouldn't we also be citizens of Dayi?"
When the people in the town heard this, they were all excited and thought to themselves how great it would be if they were citizens of Dayi. Once this thought appeared, it was like it took root and there was no way to eradicate it.
Even in the blink of an eye, it becomes ingrained.
The more so, the more I yearn for it.
Hearing this, Chen Zhixian's expression changed slightly, but he could only feel a hint of bitterness in his heart. People yearn for a better life, a stable life, which is naturally an instinctive impulse. How can the people's hearts be easily influenced and deceived
A knowing smile emerged in Mao Sui's heart.
This is exactly what he wants. It is also what Dayi wants to see. The people want it, so naturally, those in power cannot refuse. This is also a complete conspiracy. Even though they know the mystery, they still have to accept it.
"Please ask the messenger to enter the town and welcome you all first."
Chen Zhixian spoke first.
"No need. The people are the most important thing. Besides, Mao brought supplies this time, not just to Izumo Town, but also to other towns. I think we should distribute the supplies as soon as possible. In this way, we can reach other human villages and towns earlier."
Mao Sui said with a smile.
The supplies could not be handed over directly to Chen Zhixian, but they had to be distributed directly to every human citizen. In this way, these people could clearly understand that these food supplies were given to them by the Dayi Dynasty, and it would be the most direct way to increase their presence in front of everyone.
"Okay, in that case, please ask the messenger to go to the town square."
Chen Zhixian naturally had no room to object to such a request. The situation in many surrounding areas was worse than that in Izumo Town. If they delayed for a day, a large number of human beings might starve to death.
Mao Sui's words were fair and just, and no one could raise any objection.
Arriving at the square, a large amount of food was quickly released and piled up in the square. It looked very pleasing.
"All the people of Izumo Town can come forward to receive supplies. Each person can receive 100 kilograms of mixed spiritual rice, a piece of warm clothing, and some vegetables and animal meat."
Immediately, other officials and clerks who followed began to distribute supplies.
One hundred kilograms of food, based on the amount of rice that an average person needs, can at least sustain them for two or three months. If they save on food, they can even sustain them for longer.
Everyone has access to these foods, in the same quantity.
Once it is distributed, it will definitely be a huge number.
There is no doubt that it is enough to allow Izumo Town to hold on longer.
"Thank you, King Yi is really a living Bodhisattva."
"We are saved. We are really saved. If we have the chance in the future, we must repay King Yi and the Great Yi Dynasty."
Every person who received the supplies showed sincere gratitude and joy on their face, as well as a glimmer of hope for the future. That was the hope of survival.
Seeing all this, Chen Zhixian could only smile bitterly.
Under the current circumstances, let alone resisting the Dayi Dynasty, I am afraid that if Dayi comes one day, there will be no need for resistance at all, and the people here will happily welcome Dayi's army directly.
He would have no doubt about this.
The people's hearts just slipped away from his hands and turned to the Dayi Dynasty. This is the people's hearts. The people's hearts are like water. As long as there is corresponding guidance, they will naturally flow to any region.
Unfortunately, he could only watch this kind of behavior and was unable to stop it. One can imagine how uncomfortable he felt inside.
Watching others steal your talents.
That feeling is truly indescribable.
brush!!
At this moment, there was a vibrating sound from Mao Sui's wrist.
Then I saw a watch on Mao Sui's wrist flashing.
"That's the communication watch in the Great Yi Dynasty."
Almost immediately, Chen Zhixian knew what it was. It was clearly a treasure unique to the Great Yi Dynasty, which could allow people to communicate easily across thousands of miles. They could even meet each other. It was truly magical.
Unfortunately, this kind of communication watch is generally only available in the Great Yi Dynasty. It cannot be purchased in other places. Even if you get it, you can't use it. This requires connecting to the star network and leaving your own unique mark on the watch. You must become a citizen of the Great Yi and have a registered permanent residence.
Chen Zhixian had only heard of this thing before, but this was the first time he saw it with his own eyes.
A hint of curiosity appeared in his eyes.
Not only him, but the people around him all showed curiosity.
Mao Sui didn't seem to have any intention of avoiding them.
A light flashed on the communication watch, and through mind control, it was connected to another communication watch.
A voice came out from it.
"Minister Mao, just now, Hulu Town expressed its willingness to join the Great Yi Dynasty, and the letter of surrender has been sent to the king's desk. The king has agreed and made a reward. Hulu Town Mayor Lu Wenjun surrendered and made great contributions, so he was specially allowed to be promoted to a city. He is still the lord of Hulu City, enjoying the blessing of the third-grade luck and various treasures. He was also given the gift of choosing a superior martial art. The king also said that as long as there are human villages and towns willing to join the Great Yi, the Great Yi will welcome them, and the court will not be stingy with rewards."
There was a kind of magical power in these words that naturally began to spread out to the surroundings.
"Good, great. The king once said that all people in the world are brothers and sisters. As long as we are willing to join forces, we are one family. In troubled times, only unity can help us go further. If Hulu Town joins Dayi, we can use Dayi's luck to be promoted to an immortal city without any shackles. Dayi will have another immortal city."
Mao Sui seemed very happy and said this.
"Hulu Town actually surrendered to the Great Yi Dynasty directly, and was able to obtain so many rewards. Not only can it still control Hulu City, but it can also become the lord of a city. It can also obtain many more rewards."
When Chen Zhixian heard this, he couldn't help but take a deep breath.
There is actually someone who is so decisive and plans to defect to Dayi so quickly.
But there is no doubt that he is also very clear that this approach will inevitably generate great favor in the eyes of Dayi, and the benefits will be the greatest. There is no doubt that the one who gets the most benefits is always the first one to try it.
Undoubtedly, Hulu Town took advantage of this.
The same principle applies to spending a fortune on horse bones.
"If I were the first to surrender, would I be able to gain more benefits?"
A thought subconsciously flashed through Chen Zhixian's mind.
The conditions offered by Dayi are really too generous. Not only can one still hold a high position, but once joined, one will have a third-grade status and good fortune. I don't know how many people would flock to this kind of thing.