allonlinenovel Chapter 290 People’s support
Chapter 290 People’s support
At this time, Guangning City was extremely lively.
On the streets everywhere, people who came to collect food had already lined up at the city gate.
Many of those who had originally been determined not to eat the food from the State of Yan finally humbled themselves and went to receive it.
After all, the Yan army really distributed food.
"How much food and fodder do we have left? Are we going to give it all to these civilians?"
"Such good food is being wasted like this? Distributed to these Chen people?"
In fact, many people in the Yan army were dissatisfied with this decision. In their opinion, the people in front of them were not worthy of eating such good things.
Eggs were a scarce commodity, but now they were being given away for free to the people, which confused many soldiers.
But this was Jiang Zuo's decision. As an ordinary soldier, he naturally didn't dare to question anything.
"Don't say any more. Lord Jiang has not treated us soldiers unfairly."
someone said.
"That's true."
Ever since Jiang Zuo took charge of the Yan army's southern expedition, the soldiers have never been treated badly in terms of food. Because the military funds are sufficient, sometimes they even purchase some meat to satisfy the soldiers' cravings.
"Lord Jiang said that we have to defend Guangning City now, and the first step is to win the support of the people. Lord Jiang also said that only with the support of the people can our battle to destroy Chen be successful."
For a time, there was more and more discussion about Jiang Zuo in the army.
Ever since the victory in the Battle of Guangning City, many people have shown a greater admiration for this general who came from a civil service background.
What made them admire even more was the new weapons in the hands of the An Ding Army...
It was getting dark.
The crowds on the streets of Guangning City still did not disperse.
"Those of you who didn't receive food today, please come back tomorrow."
The Yan army soldiers shouted.
The people who did not receive any food could not help but return in disappointment.
"My Lords, when will the food distribution start tomorrow?"
someone asked.
"At noon, anyone can come, whether they have received it or not. There is no limit on the amount of rice."
said the soldier.
In the autumn of the previous year, there was a bumper harvest in all parts of the State of Yan, and there was no shortage of food.
What's more, Jiang Zuo has a lot of assets in his hands, which is more than enough to provide food for tens of thousands of people in Guangning City.
"Yan State is recruiting a large number of craftsmen and blacksmiths, and the salary is ten taels of silver a month!"
As soon as the food was distributed, someone posted a recruitment notice for Jiangzhou City in Guangning City.
This is Jiangzuo’s second method of winning over the hearts of the people. Only by offering enough benefits will those common people be willing to submit to Yan State and return to Yan State’s rule.
The cannons in the hands of the Yan army are power, and these supplies and work are grace.
Only by using both kindness and force can these people finally surrender.
More importantly, Jiangzuo must continue to recruit talents from the State of Chen and bring them all to the Jiangzhou City area to develop this new city that Jiangzuo has high hopes for.
Hearing the promises made by the Yan people, the people of Guangning City could not believe it at all.
"Ten taels of silver?!"
Before this, there seemed to be a lot of rumors that the salaries of the people in Yan State were several times higher than those in Chen State. Now that they saw it with their own eyes, these people still couldn't believe it.
They had heard of such good things before, but the two countries had not yet gone to war at that time, and they did not dare to really go to Yan State.
And now, the entire Guangning City has fallen into the hands of the Yan army.
If the Chen court is unable to take it back, the people of Guangning City will become Yan citizens.
After witnessing the words and actions of the Yan army, many people in Guangning City have completely trusted the Yan army.
"I want this job, but I don't know where to apply!"
"Eight taels a month is enough for me!"
All of a sudden, after people had grabbed food, they started grabbing jobs.
The once lifeless Guangning City suddenly became more lively.
"It seems that the people of Yan feel better than the imperial court!"
"Yes, in the past, those corrupt officials would still care about the lives of us ordinary people."
Now in Guangning City, it is clear what the people’s opinions are.
The next day.
At this moment, there are still more than 20,000 Chen army prisoners in Guangning City. Since that battle, they have been kept under guard in the city and have lost their personal freedom.
But today, a soldier from the Yan army came up to them and shouted at the captives: "We are going to let you go now. If you want to leave, come to me to collect your travel expenses. Remember, although we treat the captives well, you'd better return to your hometown and don't join the imperial army. Otherwise, you won't be as lucky as today when we meet next time."
Hearing this, the group of tired-looking Chen army prisoners were immediately shocked.
Not only did the Yan army not abuse them, they are now even giving these captives travel expenses and just letting them go?
Among this group of people, many did not believe what the Yan army soldiers said.
For a moment, everyone looked at each other, completely unsure of how to respond.
At this time, the Yan army soldier said again: "If any of you don't want to leave, you can also join our Yan army. Our Yan army will not owe military pay like the Chen army, and every soldier is equal. Even if you are from Chen, you can join. If anyone wants to join the Yan army, report to the other side now."
Hearing this, the Chen army prisoners in front of them were even more shocked.
"What a joke! How could we possibly join the Yan army? Isn't this a humiliation to us Chen people?"
Someone whispered.
Naturally, they did not dare to say this in front of the Yan army soldiers. After all, they were now prisoners.
"We will not join the Yan army!"
Someone shouted boldly, which immediately caused a commotion.
The Yan army soldier said again: "If you don't want to join, we won't force you. We will let you go now and come to collect your travel expenses. We Yan army never kill prisoners, but if you want to go against us Yan army, you have to see if the weapons in our hands will agree."
Speaking of that weapon, all of Chen Jun's captives were still frightened.
That deafening sound seemed to still echo in my mind.
"Brothers, since the Yan army let us go, let's collect the money and go!"
Someone in the crowd shouted this.
As soon as these words were spoken, many of Chen’s captives stood up, went to collect their travel expenses, and prepared to leave Guangning City.
They couldn't believe that the Yan army would actually let them go like this.
"Slow down, don't push!"
"These tens of thousands of prisoners are too many. Will this be like letting the tiger go back to the mountains?"
Someone worried.
"I don't think so. These captives have seen how powerful our Yan army is and are now extremely scared. They are no longer tigers, but pigs at best."
Others laughed.
"Don't be careless. The Ninth Prince has repeatedly warned us not to underestimate the enemy."
At this time, an atmosphere of underestimation of the enemy inevitably spread among the Yan army.