C427 Rest and Recover
"We'd rather die than surrender." Hee Jinfeng said in a low voice. He had been depressed ever since Lee Yuming died. Some of the things that supported him had collapsed. Now, some of them had to persist.
Unfortunately, no one paid attention to him at this moment.
"Tell me, what are the conditions?" Zhang Jingxuan asked casually.
"I wanted to use a few things to pressure you, but now I don't even need it. I'm still not used to it. Forget it, forget it. I'm a person who can't hide anything. In addition, I met you, Cult Master Zhang, so there's no need to hide anything. First of all, the military strength of Governor Hong was real, and the cannons were real. If you really want to attack the city with all your might, about a third of your army will die. A third of them will be injured, and the rest will have no choice but to surrender.
It seems like the casualties of the army will also be disastrous, perhaps twice as many as yours. Actually, I don't care about all of this, because that is something you all need to be concerned about. As for me, I have already decided long ago, and I can't wait any longer. If not for the fact that I still have to make a trip here to see you, at this moment, I'm afraid that I would have already led the boys on the way back to Liaodong. Because of the battle over there..." There was no need to say anything more. Everyone also understood everything from his face.
"En, I also guessed that the situation in Liaodong is already so bad?" Zhang Jingxuan's words also carried the same grief.
"Yes, the accumulation of strength is hard to turn back. With this, the sick tiger will no longer be able to resist the attack of the pack of wolves. Not to mention, this tiger is already beyond cure. Perhaps it's only struggling at death's door now." Faang Tiandao, who was laughing proudly a moment ago, suddenly became a little dispirited. It was hard for them to get used to it.
"Ai, the Qing Dynasty has already infiltrated this place. I have to admit that I wouldn't believe it until I saw it with my own eyes. Look, this is still their blood. I have already asked that person to pass a message to the Qing Dynasty. If I see anyone who has ill intentions in the Central Plains again, I will kill them without mercy."
Faang Tiandao raised his eyebrows. Only now did he know where the blood on the ground came from. The corner of his mouth curled into a smile. Zhang Jingxuan suddenly felt that this big shot of the Fang Family was rather emotional.
"Let's continue the topic. I can speak with Governor-General Hong as long as you are willing to surrender. The Suizhou will temporarily be under your garrison, and the grain and supplies will be provided by the Imperial Court. You only need to restrict your men and train them well. Perhaps you will have the chance to contribute to the Imperial Court and help everyone find a way out."
No matter what Faang Tiandao said, he had a confident look on his face. Zhang Jingxuan was secretly shocked. Why was it only when it came to Qing Dynasty? Why was he so gloomy? Could it be that the enemy outside the pass... Was he really that powerful?
"So good? Not only did he not scatter our troops, but he also had everything he needed? Is there such a good thing? "Cao Qianwan asked with some distrust.
"Yes! Actually, it was only because of one thing. If the Imperial Court did not manage it well, it would be a result of tiredness. All of you, oh, they are like a locust plague, sweeping to wherever they go. Wherever they go, it would be a mess, and there would even be a snowball effect. To be able to keep you at one point and not cause any trouble... That is already a very good thing.
Furthermore, the news that they had just received was that the Mongols were already completely filled up. Jingji City was in a state of emergency, and the Imperial Court could not do anything about it. It was just a matter of weighing the pros and cons. As for grain and resources, I entered Xiangyang too quickly. The things that those thieves hoarded were not taken away or burned, so it naturally benefited me. I'll take half of it and give it to you. Who would dare to say no? " At this moment, the spirit of looking down on the world returned.
Although they had already predicted that the situation would deteriorate, Faang Tiandao's words still shocked them. Although everyone was disappointed in Ming Dynasty, they wouldn't feel any regret even if they saw it fall. However, they had long heard about the cruelty of the Qing Dynasty. They really didn't want the people at the border to be trampled under their iron hooves. It was only now that they understood Zhang Jingxuan's change in attitude.
"Mr. Fang, I would like to discuss this matter with everyone. Can I delay you for another fifteen minutes?" Zhang Jingxuan asked.
"Okay!" Faang Tiandao answered and was about to walk out. It was as if he had just come to join them. He would go home for a meal and come back later to kill his neighbor who was playing chess.
"No need. Cult Master Zhang's idea is what we think. There is no need to discuss it." Lee Yao, who had not spoken a word, took the burden with just one sentence.
Zhang Jingxuan looked at Lee Yao. He knew that Lee Yao understood his intention. The person he worried about the most was no longer a problem. It made him feel much more at ease.
"That's it, Mr. Fang. I represent the Great Eastern State and Litre Bucket Sect. I officially pledge my loyalty to you. We will rest and reorganize our troops in the Suizhou and will not move for the time being. We will not do evil things and maintain the order of a region. We will deal with the spies of Qing Dynasty and the traitors of the Great Xia. If you put it this way and do it this way, will you be able to report to me?"
" Hand in the task? Haha, alright, it's enough for me to hand in the task. If there's someone worthy of my report. " Faang Tiandao once again threw his head back and laughed, but this time, it was obvious that he was in a much better mood.
"It's a deal! You guys can stay here for now. I will send someone to bring the things you need. I also want to go to the next place. Haha, I'll see you in the future. I want to have a few drinks with you."
Like a divine dragon, he changed and became as straightforward as a divine dragon. His voice was still faint, but Faang Tiandao had already left in the blink of an eye. Only the silent crowd remained.
No matter what, to accept such an outcome was more or less a sense of humiliation.
However, if they did not accept it, on one hand, they would suffer heavy casualties, and on the other hand, it would be a situation where they would hate each other.
Therefore, no matter which angle he looked at it from, Zhang Jingxuan's choice wasn't wrong.
Since that was the case, he naturally didn't care about anything else and took responsibility for it.
Of course, the military advisor Lee Yao also gave him unreserved support.
Because some things that were difficult to accept from an emotional standpoint, or from a logical or practical standpoint, had to be accepted.
Zhang Jingxuan stood up and smiled, his smile was still as brilliant as before.
"What's wrong? How could such a small matter cause him to become listless? I still don't feel anything even if I can't become the king. Don't all of you need to have such a big reaction. What should everyone do? It's not like the sky has collapsed. Even if it has collapsed, I still have to bear it."
" Haha, very good. There are some food and accommodation. It is a good time to rest and recuperate, to nourish one's mind and mind. I feel that there's nothing better than this. " Wong Beiming's face was still a little pale, but he seemed to be in a much better state of mind. He was just craving for wine to death, but Zhang Jingxuan did not let him drink at all.