Three days later, Roland gave a speech in the theater of Longsong Fortress.
For this propaganda, he asked Pei Luo to inform the people of the whole city in advance about the details of the rebellion.
That day, the crowd gathered in the theater was smaller than he had imagined. Although it was already spring, the constant snowflakes outside prevented people from going out.
Fortunately, the Second Army and their family members were basically present. It seems that the generous compensation for the fallen soldiers that he proposed in the notice played a role. As for other people, they can fight for it slowly in the future. Roland believes that the best propaganda comes from word of mouth. As long as the seeds are planted in the hearts of these people, it will affect more people sooner or later. This is why he insists The reason for building the People's Army.
They are sharp knives, iron walls, and role models for propaganda.
"My people, good morning. I'm Roland Wimbledon, Lord of the West. I believe most of you have already heard of my name." Roland looked around the audience, "First of all, I am very concerned about the turmoil caused by this turmoil. We express our condolences for the casualties. This is a conspiracy from the capital. In order to interfere in the order of the Western Region, Tifeko has provoked wars again and again. What is regrettable is that the four major families in the Western Region not only did not stand on the side of the people, but acted as the other side. The thugs that ended up causing this tragedy.”
The prince didn't talk too much about the rebellion. People liked to inquire about these "secrets" in the tavern rather than preaching in earnest. Therefore, he just started briefly, and he shifted the topic to the people who were more concerned about it. on the compensation item.
"During the turmoil, 56 of the 112 soldiers of the Second Army in the Western Region were killed in action. The rioters also set fire to looting in residential areas, causing 12 houses to be burned and 48 civilians killed." Roland He said in a deep voice, "I hereby apologize to the residents of Changsong Fortress... As a guardian of the One Realm, I failed to fulfill my responsibilities."
The prince's words caused a commotion in the crowd. Obviously, no one had heard that the royal family would apologize to the people. Many people felt a little shocked and surprised. some attitude. He does not have the unreasonable arrogance and self-esteem of the aristocracy. If he does not put the people in the eyes, it is impossible for the people to truly support the people who lead them. This has been repeatedly proved by history.
"I promise that everyone's blood will not be shed in vain! Not only will the fallen soldiers be buried with a generous burial, their families will also receive five golden dragon pensions, and every month thereafter, they can also receive a portion of food and food from the city hall. Charcoal as an additional compensation! This standard is exactly the same as that of the First Army in the Western Region, and I hereby promise that the new citizens who join the Second Army in the future will also receive the same treatment!"
There were few cheers. Obviously, most of the people in the fortress were skeptical of these generous compensations. After all, deductions and greed for ink had happened from time to time. Even the winter relief food can be mixed with sand and leaves, not to mention the golden dragon.
However, Roland has already figured out how to deal with it. Since it is propaganda, it is natural to make the topic the best. He clapped his hands, and Peiro, Iron Axe and two soldiers of the First Army with boxes walked onto the stage from behind the scenes, "At this moment I have a list of the dead in my hand, and now I will be trained by the consul of Longsong Fortress. Luo Hermon personally put the pension into your hands!"
As the soldiers dumped all the golden coins in the box on the table, the people's reaction became eager.
"Second Army, Musket Battalion No. 1, Aya!"
"Second Army, Musket Battalion No. 1, Tiezhu!
"… "
Tie Axe slowly read out the names on the list, and the family members stepped onto the stage one by one, excitedly taking over the golden dragon, bowing and kneeling. waist.
Fortunately, the chaos returned to chaos. In the end, nothing happened. When the pension was finally paid out, it was almost noon. Roland waved his arm, suppressing the noisy discussions in the theater, "And those who are homeless because of the war can also get a shelter and a sustenance until the end of the demon month, Someone will give it to you.”
"Then... Excuse me, Your Highness, after the end of the Demon Moon?" Someone asked loudly. Of course, the "asker" was created by Echo.
"By then, the city hall will provide a large number of jobs, not only with considerable pay, but also with enjoyment. As long as you are willing to work, you will never have to worry about filling your stomach!" Roland raised his right and said loudly, " Xijing will not forget those who paid for her, and neither will I!"
This time, the crowd's response was much more enthusiastic, and everyone raised their right hands in response to His Royal Highness's declaration. Amid the cheers of the people, Roland ordered his subordinates to distribute meat porridge in a timely manner, which pushed the atmosphere of the scene towards.
In the afternoon, the crowd gathered in the theater was much larger. Not only were all the seats filled, but many people squatted directly on the aisle. Obviously, they all came for the afternoon trial.
It seems that watching how to deal with prisoners is something that people all over the world, and even people in other worlds like to see.
Roland handed over the hosting job to Iron Axe and Peiro, and sat in the luxury box on the second floor of the theater himself, and also acted as an audience.
The outcome of the trial had already been decided, and the prisoners were pulled onto the stage, kneeling in front of the people in a line, and behind them stood solemn soldiers with guns. Iron Axe declared the charges, Pelor read the verdict, and then the soldiers escorted them to the execution ground, which is the fortress square.
And some family members of the victims will rush to fight when they see their enemies. As long as their lives are not endangered, the First Army will not stop and no one will pity these villains. While they are burning, killing and looting, they should would have expected such a day.
In the end, a total of 132 people were sentenced to death. There were six great nobles, and the rest were mercenaries, guards and domestic servants. The execution methods are also different. Due to the limited number of gallows, only nobles can enjoy this treatment.
Although the remaining 900 people participated in the rebellion, there was no blood on their hands, so they were imprisoned and waited to be sent to the North Slope Mine in batches.
At this point, the resistance of the aristocrats in the Western Region was swept away.
The next day, Roland summoned all the innocent nobles to the castle hall.
Clearing the block is just the beginning, he still has a lot of work to do to truly rule this place.
The most important thing is to establish a new order. (.)