Tuoba Yue raised a question: "Brother, do you really think they'll surrender so easily? Let alone hesitating for a few more days, even if they resist for just one more day, the consequences we'll face are unimaginable, given their sheer number!"
Lu Tu smiled confidently and said, "Then let me ask you, when it is known that the Red Turban Army is a group of refugees and starving prisoners, what do they need most?"
"We'll have enough to eat and wear, and enough land to cultivate!"
Lu Tu shook his head: "Not only that, they also want to get married and have children! They're just like the refugees of the past. They're a bunch of desperate people. Right now, I can provide them with food and lodging, and even farmland and widows. Why would they risk their lives to fight? Do you think they're all brave?"
Tuoba Yue was speechless after being rebuked. He wanted to say something, but he also felt that what Lü Tu said made sense.
Finally, he cupped his hands and said, "I've thought about it, and it seems to make sense. I myself initially thought the same thing: to get married, have children, farm, and support my family."
Lu Tu patted him on the shoulder: "So this is what everyone on this land of China thinks. After all, we are an agricultural people. What the people want is to live a peaceful life. Who would rebel unless they are driven to the brink?"
Song Yuxi nodded in agreement, saying, "That's right! Besides, the Second Princess and Prince Duan are still here with us. They can represent the court and the royal family of the Great Yu Dynasty. As long as they are in Kuishan Village, we represent justice and the will of Heaven. We are not afraid that the Red Turban rebels will not surrender!"
Upon hearing this, gasps of astonishment were heard from everyone present.
Everyone looked at Song Yuxi with even greater shock than before, never expecting that Song Yuxi, a mere woman, could have such a far-sighted vision and broad mind.
He can tolerate things that ordinary people cannot, and his vision and knowledge alone are enough to earn everyone's admiration.
Among them, Xiao Zhong observed the most clearly. He had always been curious as to why his proud and arrogant senior sister would willingly become the second wife.
It turns out that Song Yuxi, the First Madam who always stayed by Lu Tu's side and didn't want to show her face, was so capable. A person who could say such things must have seen a lot and been free from vulgar tastes!
Xiao Zhong bowed and said, "What the First Madam says is absolutely right. Xiao Zhong agrees!"
Seeing that Xiao Zhong, who was in charge of internal affairs, had spoken, the others, who were military officers, naturally wanted to fight as well. After all, the more battles they fought, the more opportunities they would have to earn military merits.
"Your humble servant obeys!"
Lu Tu then began assigning tasks. Liu Yang and Liu Hong were naturally the most suitable for this task. As for Nie Yun? He was good at charging into battle, but he was too impulsive and not suitable for guarding Luan Shi Gang.
Tuoba Yue met the requirements in other aspects, but he still had Xianbei blood, and Lu Tu was worried that he would not be convincing enough.
As for Liu Yang? Lü Tu ruled him out immediately. Having Liu Yang stay at home was the person Lü Tu trusted most; he was Lü Tu's true personal guard.
Lu Tu immediately announced: "Liu Hong, I hereby order you to lead 200 elite soldiers, along with sufficient rations, water, and military supplies, to Luan Shi Gang to defend it. Remember one thing: you are only allowed to defend, not to attack!"
"Yes, sir!" Liu Hong was surprised that Lü Tu directly ordered him to fight. The others looked at him with envy, after all, this mission seemed incredibly appealing to them.
Unlike dealing with the Wuhuan, we didn't have to venture deep into the desert to fight those fierce Wuhuan soldiers. Moreover, we weren't far from the village. Most importantly, we could use a large amount of detonators and explosives to bombard the Red Turban Army. It was impossible not to be envious.
The others also left, congratulating Liu Hong as they went. Liu Hong, however, remained relatively restrained and humble: "Thank you all for your kindness. When I return, I will definitely treat you all to a feast and drinks!"
After everyone left, Lü Tu stroked Song Yuxi's delicate hand and said, "Yuxi, you are so kind."
Song Yuxi secretly breathed a sigh of relief: "Husband, did I say anything wrong just now?"
Lu Tu shook his head: "Not only is he right, but he also has the same idea as me. He is very insightful! I must have used up all my luck in this life to be able to marry you."
The next second, Lu Tu's lips were sealed by Song Yuxi's finger: "Husband, I won't allow you to say that. My father once said that leading troops into battle often requires luck. I hope you can turn bad luck into good and avoid disaster on the battlefield!"
"I love you."
Lu Tu gazed deeply into Song Yuxi's eyes, then lowered his head and kissed her. Lu Tu skillfully used his tongue to easily pry open Song Yuxi's lips and teeth, and the two instantly became immersed in this tender moment.
After a long while, he let go, leaving two glistening threads between his lips and teeth. Lu Tu wiped his mouth and stood up: "It's been hot lately, go to the warehouse and get some mung beans, make some mung bean soup for everyone to cool off."
"Yes, my lord, I'll do whatever you say. I'll get right away."
Lu Tu got up and went out. His first priority was to call Zhao Qingyao and Prince Duan. The village was short of troops, and he had already set his sights on the 3,000 Shence soldiers who had just surrendered.
Even if these guys are weak in combat, they are still much stronger than the other Wuchuan border troops, and they are the best choice right now.
Even from a distance, Zhao Qingyao's room could be heard as Prince Duan next door roared, "Useless trash! I can't even get myself some honey water, what are you all still alive for? You might as well die!"
Immediately afterwards, a palace maid was kicked out, trembling as she picked up a few apples from the ground.
Lu Tu stepped forward to help her pick it up, and the palace maid said tremblingly, "General Lu, I'm sorry, I'll clean it up right away."
"No need, leave it to me." Then Lü Tu picked up an apple, wiped the dirt off it, stuffed it into his mouth, and went into Prince Duan's room.
Upon seeing Lü Tu, Prince Duan immediately changed his angry expression and stood up: "General Lü, you've arrived? When are we going back to Wuchuan? Actually, going back to Longcheng is also an option."
Lu Tu placed the apples that Duan Wang had kicked over on the table. At this moment, Zhao Qingyao also heard Lu Tu's voice and came to the door.
“Return to the Dragon Kingdom? Of course you can. I’ll have someone prepare horse rations for you right now. If you run fast enough, you might even make it in time for the Red Turban Army’s dinner.”
Upon hearing this, Prince Duan was immediately bewildered: "What's going on, General Lü? Are you saying that my garrison in Longcheng has been occupied by the Red Turban Army?"
Zhao Qingyao also stepped forward with concern. They were currently staying with Lü Tu and knew nothing about the outside world, which made them very anxious.
Lu Tu laughed loudly, "Prince Duan, you should still have confidence in the soldiers guarding your city. They are just surrounded, but have not yet fallen."
Prince Duan slammed his fist on the table in anger, then slammed the apples off the table: "These peasant dogs, how dare they!"
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