Chapter 14 Can’t reach an agreement? Then kill them all!
  Under the warm ‘invitation’ of the rebels.

The squires from the three surrounding counties reluctantly gathered in Pingdong Town.

The news that Li Ping'an was lurking among the rebels had not leaked out, so in the perception of most people outside, Lord Shenxiao had only made an appearance in Pingdong Town.

Perhaps the court would be alert, but the blows Li Ping'an had brought to them in the past few times were too heavy. Now even if they really knew that Li Ping'an was among the rebels, as long as he did not openly raise the banner of rebellion, they would only Pretend not to see it.

A lesson learned. Before making all preparations, the Daqian court would not be able to come over and kill Li Ping'an as easily as in the past.

Of course, it is even more impossible to leak the news.

Therefore, the squires knew nothing about the horror they were about to face.

Outside the simple military tent, looking at the sallow and disheveled rebels around them, the invited squires heaved a sigh of relief.

What kind of bullshit rebel army is this? They are clearly a group of refugees who cannot stand on the stage!

When Daqian was still at its peak, it was something that the imperial court could eliminate with just a snap of its fingers.

If it weren't for the sheer luck that Lord Shenxiao happened to be passing by this place, causing the imperial army stationed here to flee without a fight, it would have been impossible for these mud-legged people to capture Pingdong Town.

When they met Li Anguo, the nominal leader of the rebel army, a group of squires looked respectful and cautious on the surface, but in fact they didn't care at all.

Huang Sunan, a squire from Qingpu County, bowed and said straight to the point: "I don't know what the noble man is doing by sending people to summon the old man and others here."

Li Anguo took a sip of tea unhurriedly, smiled, and said pleasantly: "Gentlemen, please sit down first. If you have anything to do, we can discuss it after you have a sip of tea!"

His tone was very low, and he greeted everyone with a smile.

However, when the squire saw this situation, they became more convinced that the army did not dare to do anything to them.

Huang Sunan was even more unceremonious. He immediately stood up and said: "There is no need to drink tea. Since the strong man is fine, I will go back first."

With that said, he turned around and prepared to leave.

Li Anguo finally saw the toughness of these squires. As his brother said, they were a group of old antiques who would not shed tears until they saw the coffin.

Calculating in his mind, Li Anguo put down the tea cup and said calmly: "Come when you want, leave when you want. Does Mr. Huang think that our rebel camp is a brothel?"

The rebel at the door drew his knife.

Huang Sunan's face turned livid when he saw this situation. He flicked his sleeves and said, "What do you want to do, strong man? Do you think that my Huang family is kind and easy to bully?"

The Huang family is a scholarly family, covering an area of ​​more than a thousand acres in Qingpu County, and it is the most fertile land in the Chizhou River Basin. They have hundreds of private slaves under their hands.

Fighting alone may not be able to defeat the rebels.

But don't forget, he's not the only one here, there are also big families in the surrounding counties.

With such a large force, even if the court wanted to touch their cake, they would have to weigh it, let alone a group of sallow and skinny rebels.

Hearing this, Li Anguo regained his smile and said kindly: "Old sir, don't be anxious. I just invite you to have some tea and chat about home affairs!"

Huang Sunan glanced at the sword-wielding sergeant at the door, snorted without saying a word, turned around and returned to his seat.

This small tip made the squires present feel alert. They originally thought that this was just an ordinary rebel army, but now it seems that the other party can compete with Mr. Huang, and there may be an expert behind it.

After everyone absentmindedly drank a cup of tea, Li Anguo finally smiled again and said, "I've specially invited you here today, and I do have something to ask for!"

coming! Alarm bells rang in the hearts of a group of country gentlemen.

They looked at each other and saw the determination in each other's eyes.

Anyway, no matter how Li Anguo coerces and induces them, even if he puts a knife on their necks, their bottom line is to raise 2000 shi of food and taels of silver for the rebels.

All other requests will be rejected!
  They decided that the Italian army would not dare do anything to them. After all, they had offended the squire. Even if the court did not send a conquest army, the rebel army would not be able to gain a foothold in Chizhou!

However, while a group of squires were still thinking about what conditions Li Anguo would propose to bargain with them, Li Anguo's next words surprised them.

"Everyone must also know that the Emperor Qian is innocent, the world will collapse, and the uprisings in various places will only become more and more popular..." Li Anguo said unhurriedly: "However, in troubled times, the people who suffer are all the people. Yes, so I would like to trouble you all to take out all the land, money and food at home and distribute it to the people of Chizhou!"

All the squires: "???"

After hearing what Li Anguo said clearly, they thought there was something wrong with their ears.

Take out all the land, money and food at home? Are you going to give it to the people of Chizhou?

Giving free money to the people, you must have lost your mind!
  Huang Sunan looked even more retarded. He didn't even bother to pretend this time. He slapped the table and snorted: "Li Anguo, who do you think you are? A bitch who can't even pay a land tax. What can we do today?" You've given me enough face here, but now you dare to treat us like monkeys?"

Under the angry gazes of the squires, Li Anguo sneered: "Don't blame me for not reminding you, this is your last chance!"

He hasn't finished speaking yet.

Suddenly, a young Taoist priest of thirteen or fourteen years old walked in from outside the tent. He glanced at the angry squires in the tent and then looked at Li Anguo, who was sitting at the head, and said, "Is everyone here? "

When he saw him appear, Li Anguo stood up quickly and said with the same indifferent expression: "Most of them are here. There are a few who are unwilling to come, but there are still a few kind-hearted people left!"

The young Taoist asked again: "Can't we reach an agreement?"

Li Anguo smiled bitterly and nodded.

You ask for all the family property as soon as you ask, but it is impossible for any individual to agree!

Li Ping'an ignored his eldest brother's wry smile, and immediately waved his hand and said: "Since we can't reach an agreement, let's kill them all and let's take it ourselves!"

When all the squires heard this, they were all stunned.

What the hell?

Although this plan is our bottom line, our bottom line is very flexible. Why don't you talk about it? If you ask for all the family property as soon as you ask, what the hell are you going to kill if you don't agree?

How can there be such a negotiation?
  For a while, roars, curses, and begging for mercy were heard endlessly.

Li Ping'an didn't care whether they regretted it or not. Anyway, he was already a famous executioner and he wouldn't kill a few more. If these landlords and gentry killed ten out of ten, they would definitely die.

Soon, the smell of blood filled the rebel camp.

The expression on Li Ping'an's face did not change at all. He turned to look at Li Anguo and said, "Assemble the troops and get ready to go!"

Seeing the usually aloof and powerful landowners die in his own hands in an instant, Li Anguo tasted the taste of power for the first time, and the blood all over his body began to boil. He finally suppressed his trembling legs and asked: " Where to go?!”

Li Ping'an looked at him deeply and said, "Qingpu County!"

……

(End of this chapter)

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