After hearing what Li Huailiang said, several people became speechless and stopped talking.

The general was right, but they were not comprehensive enough.

Li Huailiang paused, then continued, "I know you're not convinced. But we also have to ensure the safety of those refugees."

"Many refugees there are heading to the eldest prince's fiefdom. We can't just ignore them."

"The general is right. We haven't considered it carefully enough."

"General, you decide what to do. You tell us, and we'll do it."

"Yes, General. You should proceed with the arrangements."

Li Huailiang repeated to himself several times: These are all his soldiers, he can't be angry, he can't be angry.

"So, we have to go up the mountain and take a closer look at the terrain before we can decide how to arrange and deploy our troops."

"Also, we don't need to send troops to Shilin Town, but we must send a team outside of Shilin Town to guard the refugees."

"Don't be afraid of ten thousand, just be prepared for the worst. If the bandits in Qingfeng Village really abandon the village and flee to Shilin Town."

"Think about it, how many refugees will be left after the bandits leave? They have no organization and no weapons. The consequences are unimaginable."

"So, if you calculate it this way, the soldiers we brought are definitely not enough."

"Yes, the General is right."

"The general has considered everything."

"When something goes wrong, it takes the general to get it done."

Li Huailiang slammed the table again, "Alright, stop flattering me. Go down and check on the troops."

"Tonight, we'll split into three teams to explore Qingfeng Village. I'll lead one team to the back gate of Qingfeng Village. You can arrange two teams to explore the left side of Qingfeng Village, the main gate."

"Alright, everyone, get out of here. My head is buzzing with pain from all the noise you guys make."

When they heard this, they didn't dare to say anything and went down quickly to check the troops.

After a few people left, Li Huailiang sighed deeply.

If the young master was not just outside Shilin Town, the soldiers he brought with him could have easily fought against the bandits in Qingfeng Village.

However, for the safety of the young master, we should wait for the reinforcements sent by the eldest prince to arrive before arranging the encirclement and suppression of Qingfeng Village.

Qingfeng Village is like a huge obstacle. Unless we kill it, we will not be able to move south.

Thinking of this, Li Huailiang's head hurt even more.

At the same time, the atmosphere at the eldest prince's place was also very tense.

"Replying to the eldest prince, Li Huailiang sent a letter via carrier pigeon. The young master is hiding in a refugee group outside Shilin Town."

The eldest prince was now very calm. He knew that as long as Rui'er was alive, he would definitely find a way to go south.

Sure enough, my guess was right.

"However, Li Huailiang wants you, the eldest prince, to send more troops. He is afraid that when he leads his troops to encircle and suppress Qingfeng Village, some bandits will escape."

"Li Huailiang is worried that the escaped bandits will take the official road. I remember Shilin Town is right next to the official road, right?"

"Your Highness, you are right. Li Huailiang was also worried that the bandits would harm the refugees in Shilin Town when they escaped."

"Li Huailiang was going to lead his troops up the mountain, and he was worried that it wouldn't be safe to take the young master with him. Furthermore, the young master had been hiding among the refugees for so long, and hadn't been discovered by our people or the Second Prince's men.

"So Li Huailiang and the young master both thought it was safest to stay in the refugee group."

"After all, there are so many refugees. It's not easy to find someone among them."

The eldest prince thought for a moment and said, "Li Huailiang's idea is correct. We should send more troops. As for Rui'er, we will follow his idea."

"From the time he disappeared until Li Huailiang found him, such a long time has passed. It's enough to show that Rui'er has grown a lot."

"My Lord, the young master has always been clever and intelligent, so he was able to escape danger."

The eldest prince burst into laughter.

"Military Advisor, what you said is right. Rui'er's teacher also praises him all the time. I think that children are young and have little experience. Praising them too much will not do them any good."

"To be honest, Military Advisor, I didn't expect Rui'er to be able to reach Shilin Town on his own. I think if Qingfeng Village hadn't blocked the way, Rui'er would definitely be able to return home on his own."

The military advisor was also touched when he saw the eldest prince's proud expression.

When the young master was in the palace, the eldest prince treated him very strictly and always had a stern face.

"Grand Prince, you should wait until the young master returns and praise him in person."

The eldest prince glanced at the military advisor and said, "Military advisor, with your protectiveness towards your son, you don't need me."

After hearing this, the military advisor was speechless.

"Okay, Military Advisor, I was just kidding. Send troops to Li Huailiang as soon as possible. The bandits in Qingfeng Village must be dealt with as soon as possible so Rui'er can come back soon."

"Don't worry, my lord. I've already replied to Li Huailiang before coming here. I've also arranged for reinforcements."

"The military advisor really understands me. If everyone under me is like him, I wouldn't have to worry so much every day."

After the eldest prince finished speaking, he sighed deliberately.

The military advisor glanced at the eldest prince and felt that the eldest prince had become more capable of ordering people around in recent days.

However, he was willing to work for the eldest prince.

In the royal family, only the eldest prince is most suitable to rule the country. He is also the only one who cares most about the people.

The young prince was taught personally by the eldest prince, and he will definitely become a wise ruler in the future.

The military advisor feels very honored to be able to assist the future wise ruler.

The presence of the eldest prince and the young prince is a blessing for the people.

"Military Advisor, I feel like there's something unusual going on at the border recently. What do you think?"

"Your Highness, the Yun Family Army is keeping an eye on us. There won't be any major problems at the Yunzhou border for a while."

"However, with such a long border, there's no guarantee there won't be problems elsewhere."

"Yes, the Yun family army is still too small. They can't hold the border for too long."

The eldest prince said regretfully.

"Your Highness, there's no need to worry too much. Many refugees have arrived from the north recently. After winter passes and next spring, when they've settled down, we can recruit soldiers."

"This is all we can do for now. Hopefully, we can get through this winter in peace. The refugees also need time to recuperate."

"Don't worry, my Lord. All the refugees who come to Yunzhou to settle down are here for you."

"When we recruit soldiers next year, we won't have to worry."

"Military Advisor, I'd like to ask for your blessing. We are facing internal and external troubles and cannot afford to suffer any more."

"Grand Prince, we can only take our time now and can't rely on anyone else."

The eldest prince understood this truth. It was precisely because he understood it that he was worried.