The people immediately responded.
They had long hated these bandits, but the local military commanders had not sent anyone to wipe them out, which made the bandits even more arrogant and domineering.
Now, seeing the Prince of Zhenbei's iron-fisted methods in suppressing the bandits, everyone is deeply grateful.
Leading troops into battle requires military provisions and pay, and the people understand this in their hearts. Now that the Prince of Zhenbei is suppressing bandits, it is a great thing for them.
Some merchants in the city were robbed by bandits every time they went out of the city to do business. Once these bandits were eliminated, they could go out of the city to do business in peace.
Immediately, a merchant in the city shouted:
"General, I am willing to donate silver to fund the army's expenses! I will help you to wipe out these bandits!"
"General! I am willing to offer grain, only asking that you wipe out these damned bandits and free us from their oppression!"
Qin Ze glanced around and said in a loud voice:
"Thank you all for your kindness, but I, Qin Ze, will not take a single penny from you!"
“Beiliang is a barren land. It is already difficult for you to obtain food and clothing. How can we take your things as well?”
"If we need money and supplies, we'll take them from these bandits!"
"Kill the bandits, so that you may have a peaceful life in the future!"
These words were spoken with great passion and conviction, and the people were moved to unprecedented heights of excitement, cheering loudly.
"The Prince of Zhenbei!"
Seeing the excited people, Qin Ze felt happy.
While clever schemes and calculations may be exhaustive, benevolence can win hearts and minds. If one wishes to rule Northern Liang in the future and lead troops into the capital, military force alone will not be enough.
With an invincible army and the support of the people, great things can be accomplished!
"Jin Fengluan, wait for me, wait for the day I enter the capital..."
Qin Ze looked up at the sky, muttered something to himself, and returned to the barracks...
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