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When Zhang Xianzhong's 200,000-man army attacked, the Changsha defenders surrendered. Now Qin Mu's less than 2,000 men and horses launched a surprise attack and also successfully captured Changsha City.
The 30,000 defenders were in a panic, with soldiers unable to find their generals and generals unable to find their soldiers. More than half of them were defeated before the battle even began, and the rest were also scattered like birds and beasts under the attack of the terrifying "demon army". The demoralization of the rebels was largely due to Zhang Xianzhong's poor governance and unpopularity.
The wealthy families of the gentry in Changsha were extorted of their property, and many of them were ruined. The upper class composed of these gentry and official families was the main pillar of the commodity economy. If they were hit, it would inevitably lead to a shortage of goods and high prices.
Although the lower-class people did not suffer from open robbery, most of them had little savings at home, and the soaring prices could quickly put them into a desperate situation. Moreover, a large number of the lower-class people depended on the local wealthy families for survival. If the wealthy families suffered, it would also mean that the source of livelihood for this part of the people would be cut off.
Zhang Xianzhong was a nouveau riche. His locust army was good at wreaking havoc, but when it came to people's livelihood management... ... ... let's not talk about it. After the Dashi Army arrived, Changsha City became increasingly dilapidated, people's livelihood became increasingly difficult, and more and more people could not survive;
Of the 30,000 rebels who stayed behind, half were civilians from Changsha, whose families were barely making ends meet. In this situation, how loyal were they to Zhang Xianzhong? How strong was their will to resist
At daybreak, the clearing operation in the city had not yet been completely completed, and Qin Mu, on behalf of the court and Chongzhen, posted a notice to reassure the people... Well, anyway, he really represented Chongzhen, so funny.
This notice only contained two items. One was that those who had participated in the Dashi Army would be forgiven, and the other was that once the city was stabilized, the granaries would be opened immediately to release grain.
The power of this notice was enough to match tens of thousands of troops. Many rebels who were still hiding or resisting immediately dropped their weapons. They went home to find sacks to prepare for food. Don't you still not believe it? Mr. Qin represents the current emperor. Can the emperor's words be false
Posted along with this notice were the three major disciplines and eight points of attention unique to the "Qin Army". Qin Mu had already decided that wherever his troops went in the future, the three major disciplines and eight points of attention would be posted.
Qin Mu lived in the Huguang Governor's Office, not the luxurious Jiwang Mansion. When Sima Anlin returned to Ganzhou, he repeatedly reminded him to act in accordance with morality, which Qin Mu did not forget. So of course he would not live in Jiwang Mansion.
Where to live is very important. Qin Mu is not rebelling now, but representing the Ming Dynasty to restore its rule. As a court official, you should live in the government office. If you live in the palace, what will the gentry in the city think of you
"Sir, we've made a fortune. We've made a fortune this time." Zhu Yijin rushed into the governor's mansion excitedly, and shouted without paying attention to the presence of Hong Niangzi, "Sir, Prince Ji's mansion is full of mountains of gold and silver treasures. This subordinate's life has not been lived in vain."
"Since you feel that you have had enough of life, I will lend you my sword." Qin Mu was really angry. Didn't he know that wealth should not be shown off? "You are such a bumpkin. You are so happy just because you got a few taels of silver. What would happen if I asked you to take down Prince Fu's Mansion?"
Zhu Yijin laughed dryly and dared not speak again. Qin Mu's surprise attack on Changsha, the first strategic goal was to besiege Wei to save Zhao, forcing Zhang Xianzhong to withdraw from Jiangxi, the second was naturally the wealth in Changsha City, the rebels looted in Huguang, mostly concentrated in Changsha City, if Changsha City was taken, Zhang Xianzhong's chrysanthemums would bloom, I don't believe he can still sit still.
"Pass my order. Tell Liu Meng to immediately count out three million taels of silver for recruiting soldiers. Hurry. Sun Kewang of Yuezhou and Zhang Xianzhong of Yuanzhou will never sit idly by and watch us occupy Changsha. The rebels will counterattack soon. Tell Liu Meng that I don't care what method he uses, but he must recruit 80,000 troops within three days."
"Yes, sir." Zhu Yijin responded loudly, turned around and left the yamen.
While writing furiously, Qin Mu said to Li Shi, "Immediately find someone to make a few copies of this recruitment list and post them out."
"Yes, sir."
Only in Chu are there talented people, and here they flourish.
Qin Mu never forgot the couplet he had seen at the main gate of Yuelu Academy outside Changsha. The couplet was quite arrogant, but it was indeed justified. It was an indisputable fact that Huguang had produced many talents since ancient times.
Although gold, silver and treasures are important, talent is beyond measure. Qin Mu's desire for talent is definitely greater than the mountains of treasures in Prince Ji's Mansion.
Now the entire Huguang region has been poisoned by Zhang Xianzhong, and the ones who have suffered the most severe persecution are undoubtedly the officials, gentry and wealthy families. Since ancient times, most talents have come from this class. At this time, Qin Mu is recruiting talents in Changsha in the name of the court. They are in dire straits and must be more willing to join him.
Recruiting soldiers and recruiting talents are two things Qin Murui urgently needs to do.
Lady Hong watched Qin Mu write quickly with his head down, her brushstrokes flowing freely, and a hint of envy appeared in her eyes. After Qin Mu finished writing the recruitment list and handed it to Li Shi, she asked her, "What do you want from me?"
"Don't play dumb." Lady Hong twisted her long legs, stepped forward and said, "My men also made great efforts to capture Changsha City last night..."
"Stop! If you say that to me again, get out of here right now!"
This time, Hongniang was more surprised than angry. She didn't seem to understand why Qin Mu was so obsessed with the word "old lady". She felt inexplicably funny.
"Anyway, you have to give us 30% of the gold, silver and treasures in Prince Ji's Palace."
Now it was Qin Mu's turn to be happy. This girl was really bold. He glanced at her majestic breasts openly and said with a smile: "How about I give them all to you? What do you think?"
"You can't take even a penny less of what belongs to me, and I won't take what doesn't belong to me even if you give it to me."
"Don't mess around. You can't take it away even if I give it to you. Go back and tell your King Dashun that he doesn't need to worry about the half of Jiangnan. Let him swallow what's in the bowl first and then look at what's in the pot. Well, considering that you have followed me through thick and thin and shared the joys and sorrows with me these days, I'll give you a piece of advice. Remember, remember, don't get too close to Li Zicheng. He has committed many sins and is not worthy of enjoying this world. Take your troops back to Henan to do business, and don't commit murder. The people of this world have suffered enough."
"Bullshit, who would follow you through life and death?" Hong Niang whipped Qin Mu's desk like an angry tigress. "It's my business whether you can take it or not. I can't let you take my share all by yourself."
"Do you think this is bandits dividing up the spoils?" Qin Mu's face suddenly turned cold.
"It's okay if you don't give it to me." Hong Niangzi suddenly showed a strange smile, and with a flick of her right wrist, she locked Qin Mu's throat like lightning. Qin Mu was very familiar with this action, because he locked Hong Niangzi's throat in this way last time, and also pressed her fit body under him... ... ... ... ... ... ...
Qin Mu looked at her calmly and said calmly, "What do you want to do?"
"I don't want the treasure anymore, I want you..." Hong Niangzi suddenly realized that it was inappropriate to say this, but it was too late to stop talking, and her face became hot.
But Qin Mu added: "Want me? Wow, I never thought that the famous Matchmaker would actually engage in raping women." Having said that, he looked at Matchmaker's breasts that were about to be exposed through her clothes openly, as if he was appreciating a fine work of art.
Hong Niangzi took two steps back as if she had been pricked by a needle, feeling ashamed and angry.
Qin Mu took the opportunity to kick the table, and the whole person slid out with the chair. Then he pressed his right wrist with his left hand, pointed his right hand at Hong Niangzi and said, "The thing tied to my hand is called the Torrential Pear Blossom Needle. As long as the mechanism is pressed, it can fire dozens of poisonous needles each time, which can kill people instantly. It can fire three times in a row. You'd better stand still and don't move, otherwise don't blame me for destroying the flowers."
When Hongniang saw that there was indeed a tube bigger than a thumb tied to his wrist, she was immediately in a dilemma. She angrily cursed with her almond-shaped eyes wide open: "You lecherous thief, sooner or later I will kill you."
"Slut? The bad guys are the first to complain. I wonder who said they wanted me just now?"
"Don't slander me. I just saw that you have some talent, so I wanted to tie you up and take you back... to give you some advice..." Since it was a matter of reputation, Hong Niang had to tell the truth.
"Hahaha! Explain clearly, you said you wanted me, anyone who heard it would inevitably misunderstand, right? Well..." Qin Mu said this, and then glanced at her up and down, and said with a serious expression, "Let me help your King Dashun to make plans, then forget it. A gentleman can be killed but not humiliated. Even if you have the ability to tie me back, it will be useless."
When Hongniang saw Qin Mu post a recruitment notice to recruit talents as soon as he conquered Changsha, she was greatly shocked and suddenly decided to kidnap Qin Mu. In her opinion, Qin Mu was undoubtedly the most valuable talent.
Qin Mu continued, "Since you haven't done any serious evil and have saved my Xiangjun, I have tolerated you following me these days. I never thought you would have such evil intentions and want to harm me. This is the last time I will tolerate you. Go away."
Lady Hong couldn't help but feel a little anxious: "I don't mean to harm you, I just... I just saw that you are quite talented, so..."
"So you want to kidnap me? I am an official, Li Zicheng is a thief, you want to kidnap me to be a thief, what's the difference between that and taking my life? Huh?"
"You are the thief, you are a government thief!" Hongniang seemed to be angry.
As for Qin Mu's feeling that she was being angry, he said again: "Go, take your people and go. I advise you again, don't follow Li Zicheng, he will not have a good ending."
Qin Mu had a cold expression. Hong Niangzi glanced at him and slowly retreated. Hong Niangzi clearly believed that he would not harm her behind her back, but she couldn't figure out why she retreated like this. "Is it just to see him one more time?" This thought flashed through Hong Niangzi's mind. She couldn't help but spit and was extremely angry with herself.
As soon as Hongniangzi left the door, Li Shi rushed in quickly: "Sir, Zhang Wenxiu fled to Yiyang and returned with more than 10,000 troops."
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ps: I want... ... ... .I want... ... ... ... ..I want monthly tickets and recommendation tickets!
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