Chapter 655: Slaughtering the City, Part 1
"Massacre?!" Zhang Hao was also shocked by these two words.
It should be said that in an environment similar to ancient wars, such things as massacring cities are really inevitable. Although such cruel things are difficult for normal people to accept, they are actually not uncommon.
Back then, when Dayang Group and Qixia Kingdom besieged the imperial capital of Yanyun Kingdom, they accidentally massacred the city—although there was a blood demon that time.
For the imperial capital, massacre is not only a means of deterrence, but also a political means, which can erase the influence of the previous regime as much as possible.
Zhang Hao was stunned for a while, and then gradually realized that it took only six days, and the Kingdom of Canglan was killed.
Then, like everyone else, Zhang Hao gradually focused his attention on Huang Jiye.
However, compared to others, Zhang Hao's gaze was even weirder: How did the representatives of the Happy Sect 'assume' in the meeting before the negotiation?
Assuming "our direct connection with Dayang Group is broken", well, it really is broken now. It took Xuanzhen Sect six days to destroy the Land of Canglan, and cut off the direct land connection between the Xiaoyao Sect and the Dayang Group and the Land of Qixia.
Huang Jiye was stunned for a long time, then suddenly he let out a wow, turned around and rushed out of the negotiation hall.
Zhang Hao hesitated, stood up slowly, and said to everyone: "In "Law of Neutrality", Dayang Group and Qixia Kingdom need to take care of ordinary people under the Qi refining period. Perhaps, we need to take some action."
After speaking, Zhang Hao looked at Zhengyuanzi, and said slowly: "Daoist Zhengyuanzi, war really has nothing to do with ordinary people. I hope that Xuanzhen Sect will show mercy to ordinary people during this massacre of the city."
After Zhengyuanzi heard the five words 'Zhengyuanzi Taoist friend', his complexion flashed with sadness. Zhang Hao no longer calls himself 'Senior Brother'. The simple words "Zhengyuanzi Daoyou" show the attitude of Zhang Hao and the Dayang Group, which is really categorical.
But Zhengyuanzi was only silent for a moment, and then slowly said: "I think Dayang Group needs to do its best, but war is closely related to everyone. In large-scale wars in countries or holy places, there are no innocents!
Mr. Zhang's so-called ordinary people also provide taxes, food, and even industrial and commercial products for the country.
Of course, Xuanzhen Sect is not an executioner who kills without blinking an eye, we will not endanger ordinary people. "
Zhang Hao hesitated and nodded slowly, "Everyone, Dayang Group and Qixia Kingdom will organize a rescue team as soon as possible to try to implement the terms of the "Law of Neutrality."
After Zhang Hao finished speaking, he walked out of the hall. At this time, Huang Jiye had become a small black spot on the horizon. Zhang Hao really wanted to call him back. Now that the Canglan Country had fallen, even if he returned, it would be of much help, but he would just die.
It's better to stay here in Dayang Group or Qixia Country, maybe you can form a government-in-exile or something, and learn about the Flaming Snow Mountain Sect. At least you can call your compatriots and so on, and keep a little hope.
But Zhang Hao thought about it, but still didn't speak. Forget it, one thing more is worse than one thing less. Although Dayang Group and Xuanzhen Sect have a severe relationship, there is no need to disgust each other. In the previous robbery, everyone was acting together and taking what they needed. It was essentially a political transaction without any hatred.
It would be a bit too much if he took the initiative to keep Huang Jiye and create an organization similar to the government-in-exile. Flame Snow Mountain Sect came here on its own initiative, not Dayang Group's initiative to invite them. These are two concepts.
Zhang Hao shook his head slightly, then came to the military department of Dayang Group, and met Li Shu, the only female general of Dayang Group who was staying here.
Now Li Shu is mainly responsible for logistics, supplies, rescue, communications, and some military intelligence. Of course, now gradually began to be responsible for more things.
But when he came here today, Zhang Hao wanted Li Shu to be the 'Dayang Group Charity Ambassador'.
Li Shu has a good image and is a woman. As a charity ambassador, she has natural advantages such as affinity. In addition, she is a general, and her ability to command and adapt to the situation is beyond the reach of others.
Zhang Hao has talked to Li Shu several times in the past few days, but Li Shu has not given a positive answer. Today, Zhang Hao decided to "catch the ducks to the shelves"!
As soon as Zhang Hao knocked on the door, the door opened by itself. Li Shuduan was sitting behind the table, a female soldier who had just opened the door for Zhang Hao saluted with a slap, and then stood upright.
There is no doubt that such a concise and excellent military salute was of course pointed out by Zhang Hao's golden finger.
Li Shuduan sat without getting up, and looked at Zhang Hao with displeasure on his face: "I want to command the army, I don't want to be a charity ambassador! How can you men fight wars, I want to take care of children!"
Zhang Hao rubbed his brows and sighed a little: "General Li Shuli, Sister Li, how likely do you think the Dayang Group is to break out of war now?"
"But if I don't command the army, I have no chance to participate in a war!"
Zhang Hao frowned again, why do you think you want to fight so hard! After thinking for a while, Zhang Hao suddenly said: "Actually, have you ever thought that being a charity ambassador now will actually cause conflicts with local forces, military and political personnel from all sides, and even the army. This will be a test of your ability.
Of course, you can also train soldiers, know people, and screen people and talents around you little by little during this process.
I want to be a charity ambassador in 2035, and there will be a group of real military talents around you.
After three to five years, when there is a replacement, you will come back and continue to be your general. At that time, I let you lead a real elite, and you have the final say on the construction of the army. "
"Really?" At this moment, Li Shu's whole body blossomed, with a look of pride and excitement.
Zhang Hao: ... Acting sees acting again. But at this time, he could only nod his head.
Li Shu excitedly dragged out a box from under the desk, "Let's go, I've already made preparations, and the personnel have been selected. This is the list. Heh heh, saving the people who are drifting in the chaos of war, think about it." Just handsome!"
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Li Shu directly took the 2,000 people he had selected and some basic supplies, and took the train to the imperial capital of the Canglan Kingdom.
When the train enters the Land of Canglan, stop and check. The people of Xuanzhen Sect have already controlled this place, and after confirming Li Shu's identity and purpose, they let him go.
The train continued to move forward, but after entering the Land of Canglan, the speed of the train was reduced from 250 kilometers to 200 kilometers; it roared again for half a day. The train finally arrived at the imperial capital of the Canglan Kingdom, Guijiang City.
Before it was close, to be exact, there were still about 50 kilometers away, Li Shu's face became serious. The desolate and chaotic atmosphere of war had already made her breathless.
She has also experienced wars, mainly when Qixia Kingdom unified the West. But at that time, Qixia Kingdom mainly attacked the royal family, nobles, etc., and did not take any drastic actions towards the folks. Even Dayang Group and Qixia Kingdom gave their utmost support to the folks.
But here is different!
Here, a horrible massacre just happened!
The secretary next to him took out a joint newspaper: "Before the Spring Festival last year, the Emperor of the Canglan Kingdom made a statistic, and the population in the city has exceeded 1 million; the entire Guijiang City has a population of more than 2.2 million!
If the city is massacred, how many people will be killed..."
Li Shu didn't speak, she looked at the miserable world outside the train, but there was a faint sympathy and pity in her heart.
At this time, it has been more than two days, almost three days since Xuanzhen Sect occupied Guijiang City. During these times, do you know if the massacre is still going on?
Just looking at the homeless people dragging their families and crying on both sides of the track, Li Shu was full of worries about the faintly visible city in front of him.
The speed of the train began to slow down, and the track ahead was full of debris. In front of the train, a formation to clean up debris was activated, moving forward firmly.
A city that seemed awkward to Li Shu slowly appeared in sight.
The city still retains the city wall, but outside the city wall, many tall buildings have been built, but none of these tall buildings can exceed the height of the city wall.
The city wall is hundreds of feet high and is completely built of huge rocks. The highest floors around are only 200 meters high, and most of them are tens of meters high.
Today, many buildings have been damaged, and even the tall city walls have collapsed.
The distance is getting closer, and you can already see the Xuanzhen Sect's army, the tall new artillery, the sky patrolling in the transformation stage, and the sword light flashing from time to time, bringing a cry of despair. scream.
The train slowly stopped outside the city wall, and a general from Xuanzhen Sect came to check and hand over. The last master of transformation came to Li Shu, and said coldly:
"General Li Shu, you are only allowed to help ordinary people whose cultivation level is less than the foundation establishment stage, not nobles."
Li Shu nodded slowly: "Don't worry. I know the terms and conditions, and I will act according to them."
"Okay. My Taoist name is Zheng Binzi. From now on, I will be with the general in charge of mediating various matters until the general leaves here."
Li Shu nodded, no longer talking to Zheng Binzi, but began to direct his team to move the supplies from the train and station them there. It is not prepared to enter the city, just rescue outside the city.
The Dayang Group flag was flying; just below it was a smaller flag that read:
【Ocean Group】
【Charity Relief】
Two lines, eight characters.
On the ground, there are various small flags erected. These small flags are about 1.8 meters high, which is convenient for pedestrians to see. There are also some volunteers from all walks of life of Dayang Group, even students, who started shouting around:
"Dayang Group's charity assistance, all ordinary people who are not in the foundation period and are not military and political aristocrats, regardless of age, can come to rest and eat for free.
Dayang Group will assist you in resuming production and rebuilding your family business. "
The slogan was shouted for a long time, but no one responded. In this environment of slaughtering the city, suddenly there is a charity relief, no matter how you look at it, it feels like a horror movie.