The next day, it was already a quarter past midnight.
In the drill ground of Antler Pass, other than the soldiers guarding the plains and other places, all the troops were gathered here.
"Phew... Phew..."
The wind blew, and the light was dazzling, but it did not make people feel warm.
"The time is almost up."
A three-legged cauldron was placed in the middle of the drill ground. A few priests dressed in black and white sacrificial clothes stomped their feet and exhaled.
Since there was a flag, there was naturally a need for a sacrificial ceremony.
"The auspicious time has arrived!"
The glaring light shone on half of Li Cunxiao's face, but he didn't deliberately avoid it. Instead, he straightened his body and shouted.
"Ta…Step..."
Footsteps sounded from the Drill Ground.
"My lord is here."
The citizens who were yawning all straightened their backs.
"Hua... Whoosh..."
Lin Changye, who had arrived at the scene, seemed to be very cautious with every step he took. The armor on his body shook and echoed.
His sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes looked ahead. Coupled with his cold expression, an invisible domineering aura swept through the surroundings, causing countless people to become solemn.
"Young heroes should be like this."
Similarly, Zhangsun Wugou was also below, his beautiful eyes rippling.
"Stomp!"
Then, Lin Changye continued to walk up to the drill ground and went straight to the three-legged cauldron.
"Sou... Whoosh..."
Several people in charge of assisting the sacrifice quickly stepped forward and presented the three barrels of Heavenly Incense with both hands.
"Everyone…"
Lin Changye looked at the three-legged cauldron, took a deep breath, and spoke slowly.
"I have taken over the entire Pingyuan County. Today, I will burn incense and ascend to the heavens, officially establishing my own banner.”
Lin Changye's voice was very drawn-out, echoing in everyone's ears.
"My lord…"
Li Cunxiao and the soldiers raised their heads. The fighting spirit in their hearts slowly rose. The blood in the hearts of the people was slowly recovering.
"Today, the banner is Zhou. Other than avenging the Lin family's destruction, we also want to end the chaotic world and return the world to peace!”
At this point, Lin Changye's voice suddenly rose.
Revenge was indeed necessary. In the process of killing the last member of the Li family, he would end the chaotic world and return the world to peace.
Only then would he be able to live up to the civil and military officials who would be loyal to him in the future, as well as the soldiers and people who would follow him.
"Great Zhou, end the chaotic world and return the world to peace!”
If it was any other ordinary Revolutionary Army that used this banner, they would definitely not believe it. However, the person who said this was Lin Changye, and many of the commoners could not help but sob.
"I, Lin Changye, call myself the Marquis of Zhou today, and the army I command is the Zhou army.”
Sensing the emotions of the people below, Lin Changye could see their desire for peace and could not help but say.
"Zhou Hou, Zhou Hou, Zhou Hou!"
The soldiers led by Li Cunxiao shouted at the top of their lungs. They looked at their lord as if this was their faith, the faith they swore to follow.
In response, the citizens 'roars were not any weaker than those of the soldiers. Many of their eyes were moist.
"Zhou Hou, Lin Changye…"
Without exception, Zhangsun Wugou also shouted in a low voice.
"Sacrifice the flag."
Then, Lin Changye took the three incense sticks from the priest, lit them, and inserted them into the three-legged cauldron. Green smoke began to rise slowly.
"Bring me the flag of the Zhou army!"
Lin Changye, who did not stop or turn his head, spoke.
"Swoosh…"
Following that, a five-dragon flag appeared in his line of sight. It symbolized the five elements that prevailed, and there was a Zhou character surrounding it.
"Today, the flag is officially established. Unfortunately, there are no heads of the Li family father and son. When they become kings and emperors in the future, they will be used as sacrifices to the flag.”
Lin Changye, whose blood was also boiling, secretly made up his mind to move forward.
"From now on, even if we have to climb mountains of blades or dive into seas of fire, we will not hesitate to do so at the Lord Zhou's command.”
Not only the Tiger Army and the Seventy-two Generals of Jiuli, even the new soldiers who joined the army all knelt down.
"Good!"
Lin Changye swept his gaze across the soldiers present. He hung the flag representing Zhou on the side of the drill ground, announcing the establishment of Marquis Zhou's faction.
"The banner of Marquis Zhou has been established.”
Looking at the cheers of the entire stadium, Zhangsun Wugou smiled like a fairy descending to the mortal world. Suddenly, she had a feeling that she seemed to have witnessed a great moment.
“...…...”
After setting up the banner of Marquis Zhou, Lin Changye asked his trusted general, Li Cunxiao, and the knowledgeable girl, Zhangsun Wugou, to come over.
"The flag has been established. Our army currently occupies the entire Pingyuan County. In order to ensure the logistics, we need to resume food production as soon as possible.”
Lin Changye sat at the head of the table and spoke with a serious expression.
Many of the farmlands in Pingyuan County had long been abandoned. Food was an important military resource, and it was especially important in troubled times.
"Pass on my orders. The people are encouraged to cultivate and reduce taxes as much as possible. If there is no land to divide, encourage them to open up wasteland and give them tax exemption for three years.”
After a moment of silence, Lin Changye made adjustments to the current situation.
As long as the stability of the territory was ensured, the honest people would definitely farm. In addition, many people were hungry, so they would be very happy.
Once production resumed, not only would the Zhou army have logistical support, but they would also be able to forge high-quality weapons and armor.
"This policy is in line with the current situation and will increase the enthusiasm of the people to cultivate.”
After hearing this, Zhangsun Wugou looked over in surprise. She didn't expect that such a long-term policy would be mentioned in just a few words.
It seemed that Zhou Houlin Changye was not only extremely valiant in martial arts, but he was also a person who was good at governing internal affairs.
He could be called a peerless talent in both literature and martial arts. What did the Li family miss and offend?
"Hello, Zhou Hou."
No matter what orders the lord gave, Li Cunxiao, who was 100% loyal, would carry them out without hesitation.
"In addition, Cunxiao, you are in charge of training the new recruits. I believe you can quickly train the new recruits.”
Lin Changye continued to give instructions.
Currently, the number one valiant general under him, Li Cunxiao, could train fierce cavalry like the Flying Tiger Army. It was most suitable to train new recruits for him.
"Yes, this general will definitely complete Zhou Hou's orders and train an elite army.”
Li Cunxiao said confidently.
"There are too few talents at the moment. It's better to build a recruitment hall to attract talents from all over the world.”
Looking at Li Cunxiao's back as he left, Lin Changye thought for a while before he said softly,"
After this incident, he urgently needed an internal affairs talent to help him stabilize his territory.
"I'm not talented, but I'm willing to help Zhou Hou deal with this matter.”
Zhangsun Wugou, who was wearing a bamboo hat, said after hesitating for a moment.
"Alright, you'll be in charge of the recruitment hall for the time being.”
Hearing this, Lin Changye couldn't help but take another look at the beauty in front of him. In the end, he still agreed.
Li Cunxiao was mainly in charge of training the new recruits, while he was in charge of restoring production. At the same time, it was inevitable that he would be distracted, which would greatly reduce efficiency.
Zhangsun Wugou's horizons were not bad, and this matter was not that confidential. He could rest assured if he handed it to her.
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