Under the encroachment of Paulkin, Han River City was in a very difficult situation. It could not even be compared to Han River City that Zhang Yang had conquered previously.
Especially since the last fire had directly burned a large amount of food. The economy of the city was rather underdeveloped, and there was a shortage of food and animals.
The lack of food made the living standards of the county difficult. Without sufficient food supply, the people did not have the strength to engage in commerce or farming.
Moreover, the lack of livestock made it difficult for farmers to farm. As a result, the county's crop harvest was getting smaller and smaller, and the number of livestock was decreasing. The labor force was also greatly reduced.
This was also one of the reasons why the citizens of Han Shui City would suddenly open the gates to let Zhang Yang and the other rebel soldiers in. It was not only because of Bowlgold's ruthlessness, bloodlust, and his perverted desire to capture young women, but more importantly, it was because the lives of the citizens had become a problem.
The brutality that Paulkin displayed had another deeper meaning. He was already prepared to abandon the city and escape.
It was precisely because of this that he had destroyed so many resources in a frenzy. His goal was to leave behind a dilapidated city that would bring even greater trouble to the Revolutionary Army.
Destruction was always easier than construction.
However, she did not expect Zhang Yang to arrive so quickly.
Now, although Bowlgold was dead, he had also given the entire city's huge burden to Zhang Yang.
After Zhang Yang entered the city, he looked at the information in his hands and his face was extremely ugly.
The entire city was a huge burden to Zhang Yang.
Fortunately, although Zhang Yang had no management experience, he still passed the political class.
The first thing he needed to do was to appease the people. In addition, he also selected some civil officials to assist him in governing the entire city.
Then, Zhang Yang called for the first meeting.
Lou Qingfeng was trembling in fear. Although Zhang Yang did not kill him, the guilt in his heart was increasing.
"At this stage, the lives of the citizens are our top priority. We must quickly and effectively resolve this problem so that the citizens will know that we, the Revolutionary Army, are reliable.”Zhang Yang organized the information in his hands and sent it to everyone present.
Xu Da, Chang Yuchun, Lou Qingfeng, and Lin Li gathered for a meeting.
"There are still too few talents under me!" Zhang Yang could not help but sigh. Then, he slowly opened his mouth and said,""Right now, what we lack the most is food. The army needs food, and so do the people!”
"From today onwards, our territory will be rationed. It's going to be farming season soon, so we can't delay sowing, understand?”
Lin Li looked at Lou Qingfeng and said calmly,"" Lou Qingfeng, I need you to handle this matter. Explain this to the citizens in the city. All the grains will be handled in one place. Other than the grains, there will also be the land. Tell the citizens that the farmlands outside the city will be under the unified management of the Revolutionary Army in the future. We only want 20% of the harvest and the rest will be theirs. Currently, the sale of land is prohibited!!”
Lou Qingfeng was quite capable and he was popular among the local people.
Speaking of which, this Paulkin was truly too cruel. The rulers of the past dynasties all understood that they had to rope in the gentry in order to stabilize the country.
And this time, Bao Er Jin Ji was almost a disaster for the gentry.
There was a serious shortage of food!
However, this also gave Zhang Yang a chance to take the land for himself and divide the land equally. It would make it easier for him to build a large logistics team that could transport food from afar.
"I understand!" Lou Qingfeng nodded.
Zhang Yang looked at Xu Da and said slowly,""In addition, Xu Da, the number of bandits outside the city is not a small number. We are the Revolutionary Army, and we have to protect the people. Therefore, I will leave the bandits outside to you!”
"Cultivated land is very important. We must not let the bandits disturb our cultivation. Therefore, I will leave this matter to you, Xu Da. You can choose the people you need. Even these generals have to listen to your orders to suppress the bandits and stabilize the people's hearts.。”
Zhang Yang then gave Xu Da a [Tiger Seal] and commanded the entire army!
"Thank you, General!" Xu Da's eyes flashed with joy. At the same time, he felt a sense of heaviness. Although he had always been Zhang Yang's trusted aide, he had never received such complete trust from Zhang Yang. Naturally, he felt a little happy.
"I will not fail my mission!" Xu Da cupped his fists and looked at the few people behind him."Generals Chang Yuchun and Deng Yu have come to help me.”
"Li Wenzhong and Feng Sheng, the two of you go outside the city to settle down the army and organize the military training. Your role is to recruit new soldiers.”
"I accept your orders!" The two of them cupped their fists and retreated.
Zhang Yang sat cross-legged in the room and started to circulate the [God of Emperor's Seal]. Although it would take a long time for the God of Emperor's Qi to be circulated in such a way, it was still better than nothing.
There were not many people like Zhu Zhongba in the world who would steal Zhang Yang's Luck. At the same time, he could not touch the Royal Bloodline that carried the True Dragon's Qi.
However, Zhang Yang realized that the Nine Yang Skill had improved a lot.
With the help of the [God's Seal], Zhang Yang had already reached the sixth level of the Nine Yang Skill.
Zhang Yang realized that his energy had increased tremendously.
Although the Nine Yang Divine Technique could not compare to the Son of Heaven's Seal Technique, it still had its own unique aspects.
During the training, Zhang Yang's physical strength had become stronger and stronger. He had undergone a thorough cleansing of his muscles and bones, and he felt as if he had been reborn.
While Zhang Yang was cultivating in peace, Lou Qingfeng had also started to gather food. He gathered all the food together.
As a result, the civilians would naturally resist. However, Zhang Yang's method was simple. The army and the people were united.
All the food was gathered in one place and distributed at a fixed time. Every day, the soldiers would eat what the civilians ate, and Zhang Yang would eat what he ate.
With Zhang Yang leading by example, coupled with the daily supply, although the amount was small, it was enough to fill their stomachs. As a result, the Han River citizens had become more supportive of Zhang Yang.
Right now, it was the sowing season. After Xu Da had exterminated the bandits, Zhang Yang arranged for the Elementary Scholars in Han River City to teach Xu Da and the others how to read and write.
Most importantly, Zhang Yang had 500 elite soldiers under him. They would be his backbone, and Zhang Yang had personally taught them.
Other than being able to read and write, Zhang Yang had also taught them the first level of the Nine Yang Skill.
These people would become his backbone and help him control the most basic strength of the army.
At this moment, Chang Yuchun had a problem.
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