Zuan's eyelids twitched; what was this guy talking about?
Just as he was about to say something, another subordinate came to see him: "Lord Hong, something terrible has happened! Wang Zuogua, Miao Mei and their troops are besieging Hancheng, and now Hancheng is in grave danger."
Zuan was dumbfounded. He had only been in this world for a short time, yet he had already heard countless reports of terrible things happening.
"If Hancheng is in trouble, let Yang He send troops to rescue it. Why are you asking me?" Zu An's current position is in charge of civil affairs, while Yang He is the Governor-General of the Three Border Regions of Shaanxi. Military matters should be his responsibility.
"Lord Yang has run out of troops to send, which is why he sent me to seek help from Lord Hong."
Hearing the anxious and aggrieved voices outside, Zu An was speechless for a moment. Various memories flooded his mind. This good-for-nothing surnamed Yang had fought against the rebels several times and wiped out the few government troops.
It should be noted that the imperial court's finances are on the verge of collapse, and local officials are drawing salaries without working, so there are not many soldiers to begin with.
"Where am I supposed to find the army now?" Zuan thought to himself, "Why don't I just go and solve this problem for them myself?"
But I'm also worried that if I stand out too much, I'll attract too much hatred.
“I have some here!” Tang Tian’er immediately raised her hand. “These are all tough guys under my command, and there are about a hundred people in the stronghold. With your soldiers, they are more than enough to deal with Wang Zuogua and Miao Mei’s rabble.”
Zuan did not refuse. A world that even the true god values should make good use of every bit of power.
Tang Tian'er was overjoyed and hurriedly went to gather her subordinates.
The bandits initially felt something was off when they heard that they were to work with the government to deal with other rebel armies.
However, when they thought about how powerful that guy surnamed Hong was, and how they would have been doomed if they had been captured, they realized that the opportunity they had now was probably secured by the boss. Once they understood this, they were immediately filled with gratitude.
Next, Zu'an led Tang Tian'er and his men to Hancheng. Although they eventually suppressed Wang Zuogua and Miao Mei's forces, he was still secretly alarmed.
Logically speaking, such a rabble should have little fighting power, but instead, each and every one of them fought like a half-orc.
The team even included some mages.
"It seems that the arrival of people like us has caused a great change in the power system of this world."
Unlike the last time when the Death World banned all supernatural abilities, Zaun did not find that his strength was affected this time. The explanation Aragorn had given him came to mind, and he quickly made a judgment.
"Brother Hong, you are truly a timely help..." Soon, Yang He, the governor of Shaanxi, arrived and praised Zu An highly. "Brother, you are both literate and martial. You will definitely be a pillar of the country in the future. I have already submitted a memorial to the court, and I expect the reward will arrive soon."
Zu An casually replied to him a few words, then pulled Tang Tian'er back to her room.
"The scholar you saved is named Li Yan?"
"How did you know?" Tang Tian'er's eyes widened.
"That man is indeed quite talented; he's a top-notch strategist in these chaotic times." Zu'an had specifically gone to meet the scholar before, and now he was incredibly good at recognizing people.
"You want to recruit him? No problem, I saved his life, he'll definitely listen to me."
"No, you should go with him to join a rebel named Li Zicheng."
"???"
Tang Tian'er was completely confused.
Zuan then explained, "Simply put, it means you're to go undercover."
He had a precognitive advantage over the world, knowing that Li Zicheng would grow into the famous "Chuang King" and eventually destroy the entire Ming Dynasty.
Of course, the defeat at the Battle of Shanhaiguan and the subsequent loss of the country to the Manchus is another story.
But he was indeed the gravedigger of the Ming Dynasty. If the people of the Chamber of Commerce Order wanted to protect the Ming Dynasty, Li Zicheng would be their greatest enemy.
Historically, Hong Chengchou successfully suppressed the rebel army, leaving Li Zicheng with only 18 horsemen to escape.
Now that he has become Hong Chengchou, he doesn't know how the world will evolve, so he must start making plans in advance.
Tang Tian'er couldn't help but pout: "So you want me to use my beauty to seduce you? Are you really willing to push me into the arms of another man?"
Zu An said irritably, "Who told you to use a honey trap? I know you're best at manipulating people's hearts. Li Yan will definitely be devoted to you, and you should be able to easily gain Li Zicheng's trust in the future."
"Thank you for the compliment." Tang Tian'er smiled, then suddenly leaned closer. "Aren't you afraid I'll betray you?"
Zuan was silent for a moment: "I am indeed afraid, but I am willing to believe you."
"Tch, there's no real benefit, just empty promises to fool me." Tang Tian'er suddenly leaned closer to him. "Do you remember the condition you promised me back then?"
Zuan nodded: "I remember."
Back then, she helped rescue the Yu Yanluo tribe from the city, and she made a promise to her.
"You won't go back on your word?"
"Won't."
Tang Tian'er opened her mouth, but ultimately gave up: "Forget it, although I know you're a gentleman, I don't think this condition is enough. How about this, I'll help you go undercover, and we'll settle the matter together with the conditions I promised last time. After this is done, you'll marry me?"
Zuan was taken aback, never expecting her to make such a request.
"Tch, men's words are really unreliable. Never mind, don't dwell on it, I was just joking with you." Although Tang Tian'er spoke lightly, a hint of sadness flashed deep in her eyes.
“Okay,” Zuan suddenly said.
"What did you say?" Tang Tian'er suddenly froze.
"I said I'm willing to marry you, but I have many female confidantes around me. If you don't mind..."
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