The casual life of the flat space

General Zhao sighed and continued, "But Tieying, you know, these are no longer military expenses. You said that the uncultivated land, the annual grain, and the future no rent and tax, no labor service... Then where do the silver, land, and people in these places come from?

Will it attract attention? Will it cause trouble for you? And if something unfair happens, you only need to know one thing - they are no longer soldiers! "

Seeing that Bai Tieying seemed shocked by these circumstances, General Zhao continued, "Of course, what I said is just one possibility. The most likely scenario is that the family will be reunited from now on and everyone will be happy.

But Tieying, uncle treats you as his own niece, not only because you have helped me with advice several times and handled the affairs of the refugees properly, but more because you have helped me solve some of the money and food problems, just like today.

Brother Qiu is here today as well. I also served under the old general when I was young, so I will say a few words from the bottom of my heart.

It's not that the veterans don't want to return home, and we, the generals, are not heartless. We have already let those who can retire and return go. Otherwise, a group of old men in their sixties and seventies, whether they go to the battlefield or not is another matter, but if they serve in the army, who can be better than young men in their teens and twenties?

But apart from those who were repatriated early due to disability, those soldiers who retired due to age, even if they returned home, can they still live a few years of good life?

Let's not talk about other things. In my commanding officer's office alone, there are more than 3,000 people who are retired due to disability, illness or old age. If I let them go back home, my wallet will be relieved, but I will definitely not be at peace.

We have fewer wars in Shang'an, not no wars. Just in this "feng shui treasure land", every year, small groups of people roam around, spy on military intelligence, and even fight in close combat, and the casualties of our Dayu soldiers are no less than 300.

As I said just now, those who could retire or repay had already been allowed to go back, but most of them would rather not receive a salary and stay in the army. Over time, there were such people during my tenure.

Finally, I'll say something I shouldn't say, 'The upper level issues the law, and the lower level makes expedient decisions.' If there weren't so many examples of soldiers returning home, why would I be worried about money and food?"

General Zhao said no more, and the three of them were silent for a long time. Bai Tieying frowned and bowed his head without saying a word. Mu Qingqiu held his chin with one hand, seemingly in deep thought, but the other hand was clenched. General Zhao finished his cup of cold tea and broke the silence:

"Qiu Ge'er, Tie Ying, you are still young, it is normal to be inconsiderate. You don't have to demand perfection in everything, and you don't have to add burdens to yourself. Now Tie Ying has helped me raise food and fodder for the army and horses many times, which has made my situation much better.

Actually, you can understand what I have said so far. It is convenient to talk here today, so I will explain it in detail.

I am not a person who covets money, but I don't have a good way or a good place to give these soldiers money. That's why I am waiting for the cheap and good mountain products, the free fodder and the shares of the canning factory.

It doesn't have to be much, as long as there is one or two thousand taels every year, let alone sending a few soldiers to guard, I will be happy to give Tie Ying a longevity tablet!"

"Uncle Zhao, please don't say that. Tieying is unworthy of it!" Bai Tieying quickly stood up and bowed to General Zhao.

"Uncle Zhao, please allow Tieying to ask one more question. How old should a soldier be to have good combat effectiveness?"

"Hey! Sit down! This is not a secret, it's not worth being so formal. In fact, if you just think about the people of different ages working in the fields for a day and the amount of work they produce, you will know how old the soldiers should be."

"Then it should be between 20 and 40? Then how many soldiers over 40 are there in our army?"

"Tie Ying!" Mu Qingqiu called her immediately, "You shouldn't ask this!"

Then, fearing that Bai Tieying might overthink it, he quietly explained, "I don't mean anything else, but I can't tell you even if you ask Uncle Zhao."

"I'm sorry, I didn't explain clearly, Uncle Zhao, I was rude!"

At this time, General Zhao's stiff smile softened a little, and he even said that it was okay.

"Uncle Zhao, can I talk to Brother Mu alone for a few words and then tell you my thoughts?"

"Okay, do as you please. I'll go to the study to look at the official documents." General Zhao found an excuse to come out and asked the guards at the door to follow him and leave, leaving space for the two to talk.

"Tieying, there is no one around here, what do you want to say to me?"

"follow me!"

Even though there was no one around, Bai Tieying was still worried and took Mu Qingqiu to the space's command headquarters.

Mu Qingqiu had seen this vast expanse of white before in the Crane Village in the space, so he did not show any surprise. Instead, he continued to sit on the chair corresponding to the one outside, waiting for Bai Tieying's next words.

Bai Tieying gritted his teeth, raised his eyes to look at Mu Qingqiu, and said something that shocked Mu Qingqiu - "Do you want to be the emperor?"

"Iron, iron, iron..." Mu Qingqiu stuttered for a long time and couldn't continue.

"Do you want to be the emperor? Do you want to be above everyone else? Do you want to have the power of life and death over everyone in the world?"

"Iron, iron, iron..." Mu Qingqiu still couldn't speak.

"Oh my god, why are you stuttering at this time? Why don't you say something?"

Mu Qingqiu thought, I want to say it too! But my mouth won't listen! Do you want to listen to what you said about the ruthless words of confiscation of property and extermination of the clan? What about being an emperor and having the power of life and death? If he had that mind, would he have started to follow his master around at the age of three?

Of course, when he was three years old, he didn't understand anything either, everything was arranged by his mother. But even when he grew up and knew why his mother arranged it this way, he never thought about sitting in that seat!

Tieying must be a monster, otherwise how could she dare to say such a head-losing word? The key is that she also wants to lose his head!

"Time is running out. If you don't tell me, I will!" Before Mu Qingqiu could sort out his thoughts and calm down, Bai Tieying spoke first.

"Let me be frank. I am too naive. There are some reasons why you don't need to know, and I won't tell you, but you just need to know that I have absolutely no intention of harming you.

I just felt sad when I heard what General Zhao said about the experiences of those soldiers, and I couldn't let go of the plot in my heart, so Bai Qianjiao took over and wanted to help those soldiers who had served the country and the people beyond my ability.

To put it bluntly, I want them to spend their old age in peace in this space. But the identities of these people are a problem. If we never let them out, it would be fine. But once we let them out, if someone has ulterior motives, then given your relationship with me, you will definitely be the first to be considered whether you are seeking something."