Chapter 308: Chapter 181: The Holy Woman’s Assassination 2
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In any case, Yan Wangqiu thought that even with the influence of the Nanhai Sect in South Sea Prefecture, even if there were tens of thousands of disciples, if they really tried to raise an army, they could only muster a force of about 100,000 people.
And in terms of strength, this kind of force might not be as strong as Lu Yuan’s current troops.
So, as Yan Wangqiu said earlier, Lu Yuan’s deployment of troops and his ability to shock Dongting was not boasting.
Being able to raise 200,000 troops was truly terrifying without a doubt.
Anyway. the heart of this old master was somewhat scared.
So at this time, Yan Wangqiu didn’t dare to underestimate the Pingxi General, who was less powerful than himself, treating him as an equal and even sometimes humbling himself, not daring to offend.
There was no other reason.
He was old and had only a few years to live, while Lu Yuan had a boundless future and was not someone an old man like him, who was in the twilight of his life, could afford to offend.
“War is cruel, and soldiers face danger. My soldiers all have wives, children, fathers, and mothers.
If they die in battle, it is no doubt a great tragedy for their parents to lose a child, for their wives to lose a husband, and for their children to lose a father.
This is all great sadness in the human world.
If there could be fewer wars and more peace in the land, that would be my true wish.” Lu Yuan said sincerely.
To cultivate the Taiping Dao Book, the primary requirement is the population.
For him, the people under his governance are the population, which contributes to his Qi Luck and Destiny. The same goes for the troops under his command.
Hence, whether it was the public or the troops, it was best if there were fewer casualties.
“I hadn’t expected the general to have such a kind heart.”
Hearing Lu Yuan’s words, a look of respect appeared on Yan Wangqiu’s face.
In today’s chaotic times, military leaders everywhere are cruel to the people, forcibly recruiting and taking resources without regard for the lives of the people.
As he travelled and especially after seeing the reconstruction and development of Luyang Prefecture, Yan Wangqiu’s impression of Lu Yuan had changed greatly.
Being able to rebuild a war-torn area into a peaceful haven, not to mention his superior ability to govern compared to many other military leaders.
Now that he heard Lu Yuan reveal some of his thoughts, he couldn’t help but be moved.
As an Inborn Grandmaster, Yan Wangqiu’s senses and insights were extremely sharp, and he could naturally tell that Lu Yuan’s words were genuine and not a show.
Yan Wangqiu was trying to arrange for his descendants, plan for their future, and naturally valued someone as kind and generous as Lu Yuan even more.
‘Lu Pingxi is so kind-hearted. If I can forge a good relationship with him and even arrange the fiefdom granted by the court to be close to him, then with such a kind and generous ruler as a neighbor, my foundation may be much more stable.’
Thinking this in his heart, Yan Wangqiu looked at Lu Yuan and kindly reminded him, “General, it is compassionate to care for the lives of the soldiers, but even in compassion, there is a distinction between small kindness and great kindness.
Considering the lives of the soldiers is small kindness.
Seeking peace for a region and stability for the world is great kindness.
Now that the Miao People are causing chaos and colluding with enemy countries, causing trouble in the world, if we do not eradicate them with thunderous might, I fear there will never be peace in the world.
Now is the time to use troops, General, please don’t be lenient with the Miao
People for the sake of not wanting to sacrifice the lives of the soldiers.”
As a senior veteran from Jianghu, Yan Wangqiu had seen many cases where a moment of leniency left a lasting disaster.
At this time, he naturally didn’t want to see Lu Yuan repeat the same mistakes.
However, he was clearly overthinking it.
“Thank you for pointing that out, Old Master.” Lu Yuan humbly accepted Yan Wangqiu’s well-meaning advice and then said, “I know that being merciful
“Thank you for pointing that out, Old Master.” Lu Yuan humbly accepted Yan Wangqiu’s well-meaning advice and then said, “I know that being merciful cannot command the army, and I won’t hesitate in my heart. It’s a matter of life and death on the battlefield, and everything depends on fate, which is natural.
I have been a general for many years and have experienced this long ago. I was just moved by the moment.”
Although he cared about the population, it didn’t mean that he was soft-hearted.
If it was really necessary to use human lives to fill the gap, Lu Yuan wouldn’t hesitate to do so to achieve victory in the war.
Back then, he was able to put an end to the Seven Star Sect’s rebellion by employing the First Camp for successive attacks on cities and forts. Now, he could naturally use the lives of soldiers and militias to seize the fruit of victory against the Miao People.
On this point, Lu Yuan was crystal clear.
Better a short sharp pain than a long-drawn-out agony, better a brief chaos than a prolonged one.
If the Five Poisons Sect and the Miao People were not pacified and the root cause of the chaos was not eliminated, Dongting Prefecture would never have peace, and the local people would never feel safe to produce.
For the sake of overall peace and a long-lasting future, a momentary sacrifice was bearable.
And for Lu Yuan, he was only trying to achieve his small selfish goal while accomplishing the greater good and justice.
“Well said.’
Seeing that Lu Yuan was willing to listen to advice, Yan Wangqiu couldn’t help but clap and laugh, “The general knows when to advance and retreat, and understands the greater good; there is no…”
As the old master was talking, his expression suddenly changed, and a terrifying aura erupted from his body.
A streak of deep blue seawater appeared around them, protecting the interior of the carriage.
Lu Yuan also reacted quickly.
The moment Yan Wangqiu’s aura erupted, his long-established composure made him instantly aware that they were under attack.
So, the increasingly perfected Red Sun Qi field emerged from his body, tightly covering him and protecting him.
At the same time they prepared their defenses, there was a loud bang, and a tremendous force fell from the roof, instantly turning the entire carriage into fragments..
