After the carnival, it’s time to clean up the situation.

Counting the number of people, treating the wounded, settling the surrendered Northern Army and cleaning up the battlefield were all big tasks.

At the same time, Qiao Diyi and Xiao Qianyue led 60,000 Yong troops, carrying Mo Qiandai's body, and pursued the victory, heading straight for Jiaocheng!

This time, Qiao Diyi knocked Mo Qiandai off his horse in front of the two armies and forced Mo Qiandai to commit suicide to show his determination. He became famous in one battle.

There is no doubt that in the near future, Qiao Diyi's name will spread far and wide, terrify the Northern Army, and become the most sought-after young general in the world!

The Jiaocheng side had indeed been aware of the battle situation on the front line. After all, the Wuding army had appeared one after another with such great momentum, it was impossible for them to be unaware of it.

Therefore, when Qiao Diyi led his army across Jiaonan Road and arrived in front of Jiaocheng, Jiaocheng had almost become half empty.

When the 30,000 troops stationed in Jiaocheng learned that the situation was not good and that Mo Qiandai was not there, they packed up their luggage and fled north.

The people in Jiaocheng were so frightened that they packed up their belongings and ran away crying. Some who were reluctant to leave or were unable to move had no choice but to stay and wait to die.

Qiao Diyi broke through the gate of Jiaocheng effortlessly and led his troops into the city.

Some people hid in their homes, looking out timidly, while some loyal and brave men took up hoes and sickles and were ready to fight the Yong army to the death.

Qiao Diyi raised his hand to stop the Yong army behind him. Facing the indignant people of the Northern Kingdom, he did not have a good face, but he did not kill them. He just said in a cold voice:

"All troops, listen to my orders!"

The Yong army now had great faith in Qiao Diyi. Upon hearing his words, they responded in unison with such force that the people of the Northern Kingdom were frightened.

Qiao Diyi's voice followed closely:

"After entering the city, anyone who burns, plunders, or kills innocent people will be punished by military law!"

"Yes!" The soldiers responded solemnly.

Qiao Diyi lowered his eyes and saw the disbelief on the faces of the people of the Northern Country. He did not explain too much, but just raised his voice and added:

"If there are people in the North who are looking for trouble or seeking revenge, they will be killed without mercy!"

"yes!"

The Yong army responded again, this time with a louder voice.

Just this one sentence made the people of Jiaocheng, who had just looked dissatisfied, turn pale.

Using both kindness and severity, combining firmness and flexibility, this is the way his master taught him to handle affairs and bring peace to the people!

Qiao Diyi slowly retracted his gaze and continued to ride his horse towards the Jiaocheng military camp. He spoke again in a sonorous voice:

"The general trend of the world has been determined. From now on, wherever the sun and moon shine, wherever the rivers flow, will be Yong land."

"When two armies fight, the people are not guilty. Emperor Yong loves his people like his own children. If the people of the Northern Kingdom also yearn for a peaceful life, they should put aside their grudges and behave themselves."

"From now on, Emperor Yong's grace will benefit the world, protect the world's peace, and usher in a prosperous era together!"

After Qiao Diyi finished speaking, he walked straight ahead, ignoring the changing expressions of the people in Jiaocheng around him.

It is easy to capture a city, but it takes time to conquer it.

Qiao Diyi was not in a hurry. He thought that in time, the people of the Northern Kingdom would see through Yong Chao's attitude and would know the emperor's benevolence.

And when King Jin Yu’s ugly behavior spreads throughout the country, the people of the Northern Kingdom will know that this destruction of the country should be a better start for them!

Everything was going well on Qiao Diyi's side, and on the other side the battlefield in Wuding was also in order.

In the afternoon of the second day, the battle report and roster were delivered to Qiao Zhongguo and Ren Chong.

Jiaojiao sat obediently aside and listened attentively.

The Northern Army dispatched a total of 120,000 troops, with more than 20,000 deaths, while the Yong Army dispatched a total of nearly 200,000 troops, with more than 6,000 deaths.

Jiaojiao was shocked when she heard this, but Qiao Zhongguo and Ren Chong looked at each other with a look of relief on their faces.

They are all veteran generals who have experienced battles of all sizes. A battle as large as yesterday's is extremely rare.

According to common sense, if two parties were fighting each other without any layers of planning, the outcome would probably be decided with most of them killed or injured, and rivers of blood flowing.

It is a blessing to have such casualties now.

Jiaojiao couldn't bear to hear this and walked out with a pale face.

Even though she had witnessed the battle yesterday, her attention was drawn to the Yong army at that time. Now, when she looked back on it and counted the casualties, the cruelty of the war was still far beyond her imagination.

Especially since she originally came from a peaceful and prosperous era.

Jiaojiao was walking out with her head down when suddenly a familiar voice sounded from a distance, "Miss!"

Jiaojiao looked up suddenly and saw Qiao Bo with an untidy beard, walking towards them in a hurry.

"Jober!"

Seeing this, Jiaojiao hurried forward, moving very quickly with her short legs.

When he got closer, Qiao Bo had already squatted down and said in a gentle voice: "Miss, I have lived up to your trust and the plan has been accomplished!"

Jiaojiao's eyes lit up immediately when she heard this, but the next moment she was full of apology and whispered:

"Joe, I'm sorry that you missed the battle because you were doing things for me."

This should be a great regret for Job, right?

Seeing this, Job hurriedly shook his head, his mouth wide open, smiling happily.

"Miss, you are too polite. I am so happy to hear that our army has won a great victory!"

"I have already seen other people on the way here. There are so many chattering brothers, and my ears are already callused from hearing all these chattering."

Jiaojiao felt relieved when she heard this, and said hurriedly: "Since the plan has been completed, there is no need to rush for the rest. Qiao Bo, go and have a rest!"

Qiao Bo shook his head again, "I am not tired, I'd better report the details to the young lady first."

Seeing that Qiao Bo did not seem reluctant, Jiaojiao nodded immediately and went to another big tent with Qiao Bo.

The two men sat down, and Job drank a large pot of water before speaking.

After hearing the details that Qiao Bo said, Jiaojiao couldn't help but sigh.

Yinzhu is truly loyal and can be said to have done the utmost for Yuliu.

At this time, Qiao Bo talked about his conversation with Shen Yuanbai again.

"Miss, I have delivered your instructions. I think Shen Yuanbai also knows that Yu Liu has committed serious crimes in our Yong Dynasty, so he did not open his mouth to refute."

"But before I left, Shen Yuanbai also asked me to bring you a message. He asked you not to forget the agreement with him. When the Northern Expedition is underway, he hopes you can go to the capital of the Northern Kingdom."

Jiaojiao had expected this, and nodded slightly. At this time, Qiao Bo added:

"Miss, Shen Yuanbai also said that he would wait for you in the capital and witness with you the final freedom?"

There was doubt in Job's voice when he conveyed this.

Jiaojiao's heart trembled slightly, and she couldn't help but murmured: "The last... freedom..."

Qiao Bo was a man of propriety, and seeing that his young lady had no intention of explaining in detail, he naturally did not ask.

"That's all, young lady."

Jiaojiao came back to her senses, thanked Qiao Bo again and again, and watched Qiao Bo leave the tent.

There was no one around at this time. Jiaojiao frowned slightly and stared blankly at the low table in front of her.

It seems that Shen Yuanbai has reached the same realization as her. Their reunion in the capital of the Northern Kingdom should be the end of this unknown journey.

Jiaojiao pondered over what Qiao Bo had said, and after a while she whispered:

"Shen Yuanbai, so, is this your final decision?"