I am a thief in the Tang Dynasty

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Li Shimin waved his hand, stared at the dark sky with heavy rain, and said coldly:

"Zhao Yang is right. Heaven and earth are not benevolent, and saints are not benevolent either."

"But we are kind-hearted and generous, and if we work together, we will surely overcome the heavens!"

"This Tang Dynasty is my Tang Dynasty!"

"I never sit still and wait for death!"

The domineering words spread.

Boom!

A deafening thunder exploded from the sky, as if in response to Li Shimin's arrogant words.

Li Shimin narrowed his eyes and pointed to the sky:

"Then let's see who wins and who loses!"

Chapter 417: I will never forget the kindness of Minister Dai in giving me a new life!

West of Chang'an City, Chunming Gate!

The Minister of Civil Affairs, wearing a helmet, a straw hat and a raincoat, looked at the miserable appearance of the refugees in the heavy rain.

His face twitched, his eyes were filled with sorrow, and he murmured:

"Why? It's just one move away, it's just one move away!"

"I took into account the geography and people, but I didn't take into account the most important time!"

"I wonder how many of the tens of thousands of refugees will survive!"

"Grandpa, there's no point in saying these things. Gather everyone and save as many lives as you can!"

Dai Wanwan wiped away the water from her eyes, not sure whether it was rain or tears, and spoke in a hoarse voice.

Dai Zhou nodded and ordered, "Everyone, get busy. Save as many people as possible!"

"Here!"

A group of officials from the Ministry of Civil Affairs carried the wooden boards and cloth piled on the carriages behind them and headed towards the refugees.

Not long after.

A galloping horse broke through the rain and came to Dai Zhou.

Zhao Ming dismounted and quickly ran to Dai Zhou's side, saluted him, and shouted:

"Your Excellency, I, Zhao Ming, the guard of Mingde Gate, follow the order of Your Majesty to lead the refugees to the camp of the Right Guard for resettlement!"

"I ask Minister Dai to come forward and appease the refugees so that they can go to the military camp with peace of mind!"

Dai Zhou was stunned for a moment, then he was overjoyed.

The main camp of the Right Guard Army is located five miles outside the south city gate. It can accommodate tents for 5,000 soldiers, and if they squeeze in, it can easily accommodate more than 10,000 refugees.

There were a large number of military equipment, and it was no problem to take out the spare tents and accommodate all the refugees.

Dai Zhou immediately responded: "Yes, let's go now!"

After taking two steps, Dai Zhou glanced at Zhao Ming.

Being well versed in the ways of officialdom, he immediately thought of something.

He hurriedly shouted to the clerk who was waiting beside him, ready to pass on his message:

"Notify all refugees on the three city walls to head to the Right Army Guard Camp!"

"Tell the guards at each city gate to send troops to maintain order!"

"Tell them that this is His Majesty's order. Anyone who dares to neglect it will be punished by military law!"

"Here!"

The official took action immediately.

Zhao Ming originally wanted to ask for something, but he didn't even say it out loud, and Dai Zhou arranged it all.

He looked at the fifty-year-old man in front of him with great admiration.

No wonder he can stand at the top of the Tang Dynasty. He is not as capable as him!

On the carriage heading to Mingde Gate!

Without Dai Zhou's asking, Zhao Ming took the initiative to request an audience with the emperor and arrange for the refugees to be resettled in the military camp.

It was also said that he ordered the soldiers to escort the refugees to the military camp, but they resisted, which almost led to a misunderstanding and a mutiny.

The other guards at the city gate pretended to obey, acted negligently and refused to cooperate.

Zhao Yang had no choice but to ask Dai Zhou to come forward.

Dai Zhou ignored this and said with a smile:

"General Zhao is very courageous. You have accomplished things that we dare to think of but dare not do."

"Dai, I would like to congratulate General Zhao in advance on his promotion to the third rank military commander!"

Seeing that Dai Zhou was not angry at all and even congratulated him, Zhao Yang scratched his head in embarrassment.

"My Lord, you don't hold my fault against me. I am grateful to you."

"I almost made a fool of myself. I will report the truth to your majesty. I dare not think about it from the third rank!"

"I am lucky not to be demoted!"

Speaking of this, Zhao Yang sighed, his face full of melancholy!

Dai Zhou shook his head and said, "Your Majesty is kind and wise, and General Zhao has come to me, right?"

Zhao Yang was stunned for a moment, then he saluted Dai Zhou with great gratitude in the carriage and said:

"Thank you, sir. I will never forget this kindness. If you need my help in the future, I will do my best!"

Dai Zhou obviously wanted to help Zhao Ming complete this mission, so that he could fulfill his promise to His Majesty and get a chance to rise.

It is no exaggeration to say that this kindness is the grace of rebirth!

Chapter 418: Fang Yiyi will always remember this great favor!

The Tang Dynasty was filled with military generals.

There are countless fourth-rank military generals, most of whom have official positions but no power, and only have the opportunity to lead troops in wars.

Zhao Yang is a rare powerful military general who can lead troops to guard a city gate in Kyoto at ordinary times.

But if you want to become a third-rank military general, you will have no chance unless green smoke comes out of your ancestral grave or the ancestral grave burns until the smoke blocks out the sun.

It is conceivable how grateful Zhao Yang is to Dai Zhou.

Dai Zhou helped him up and said with a smile:

"You and I serve in the same court. Everything we do is for the Tang Dynasty and for His Majesty!"

"How can I watch a general who is devoted to his country, His Majesty, and the people miss such a great opportunity!"

When Zhao Yang heard Dai Zhou's words, he felt embarrassed again.

He said truthfully: "I just saw Mr. Fang running around for the refugees."

"As a young boy, you can serve your country and your people like this!"

"I think we are also citizens of the Tang Dynasty. In addition to honoring our ancestors, we also serve as soldiers to defend our country and our people!"

"So, I mustered up the courage to ask for an audience with His Majesty."

"Fang Jia Sanlang?!"

Dai Zhou was a little surprised. He didn't expect that Zhao Yang was influenced by the third son of the Fang family and did such a thing. If he was not careful, he would lose his official position or even his head.

Fang Yiyi's handsome young face appeared in his mind, and he said:

"Fang Jia Sanlang is really a good junior."

After thinking for a while, Dai Zhou looked at Zhao Yang and said:

"After you settle the refugees, I'll take you to go have a drink with Fang Jia Sanlang!"

Hearing this, Zhao Yang became excited again.

Who doesn’t know that Sanlang of the Fang family is now in his prime!

If you can make friends with Sanlang of the Fang family, you will get many benefits in the future!

Moreover, his wife, the female warrior of the Tang Dynasty, Princess Lekang Chai Xueying, is the commander of the women's army.

His reputation in the army is only higher than those of Cheng Yaojin and other veteran generals!

There are countless people who can establish a relationship with the Tang Dynasty Valkyrie and make their career in the army easier!

Zhao Yang is a soldier, and what he hopes most is to make friends with Chai Xueying through Fang Yiyi!

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Fang family’s number one farm.

Following Mr. Zhang's reasonable arrangement.

Wooden stakes were quickly chopped out and placed in the fields.

They tied up pieces of cloth or bedding to form a simple awning to shelter the fields from rain, replacing the widow.

Fang Yiyi, standing next to the field, watched the heavy rain pouring down on the awning, causing it to tremble rapidly and make quick and muffled sounds.

Watching the raindrops falling from the slightly tilted awning, falling into the ridges of the fields, forming streams and flowing towards the low-lying areas.

The heart that had been hanging in the air finally settled down.

Mr. Zhang wiped the rain off his face with his rough, calloused hands, glanced at Fang Yiyi's anxiously retreating face, and said comfortingly:

"Don't worry, my dear."

"With this old man watching, there will be absolutely no mistakes."

"Every once in a while, I sent someone to check if the rope was loose."

"Dredge the ridges to prevent too much water from accumulating."

Listening to Mr. Zhang's arrangement, Fang Yiyi solemnly saluted Mr. Zhang and said:

"Thank you, Mr. Zhang, for your help today!"

"I will always remember your great kindness!"

Mr. Zhang panicked and quickly helped Fang Yiyi up:

"My dear, I dare not perform such a great ceremony!"

"If it weren't for you, I don't know when I would be able to have enough food and clothes to live the good life I dare not even think about now!"