The emperor faked his death? Never mind, I will ascend the throne directly!

"Oh? What's Admiral Feng's plan?"

When Li Changqing heard this, he immediately became energetic.

"Since the sea shark has announced the time of attack, why don't we take advantage of it?"

Feng Rusi sneered, "Instead of passively defending, it's better to take the initiative!"

"Take the initiative? How do you do that?"

Li Changqing asked in confusion.

"It's simple. Move the coastal residents 200 miles inland."

Feng Rusi said in a deep voice, "The reason why the sea shark is so rampant is because he knows that the government is afraid to launch a large-scale counterattack for fear of harming innocent people."

"Now that we've relocated the people, he'll have nothing to worry about. We can free ourselves up and give him a proper fight!"

"Two hundred miles?!"

Li Changqing's eyes almost popped out, and the teacup in his hand almost slipped out of his hand, spilling all over Feng Rushi.

"Admiral Feng, you...are you joking?"

"Two hundred miles! This... this means relocating the entire population of several coastal counties!"

His face was pale, his lips were trembling, and he was shaking like a sieve.

Two hundred miles—what kind of concept is that? Coastal residents have lived off the sea for generations. Forcing them to migrate two hundred miles would be tantamount to killing them!

"This... this is more terrifying than a sea shark robbing us!"

Li Changqing said in a trembling voice, the scene of the people rising up in rebellion and riots breaking out had already appeared in his mind.

"Master Li, extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures!"

Feng Rushi's tone was firm, and he was not frightened by Li Changqing's reaction at all.

"The coastal residents have lived here for generations and are tough. It would be very difficult for them to migrate."

"But if war breaks out, lives will be lost. By then, it won't just be a simple loss of property!"

"We can't just sit there and watch them get caught up in the flames of war, right?"

"But……"

Li Changqing wanted to say something else but was interrupted by Feng Rushi.

"No buts! Lord Li, you also said that the coastal residents are tough and sturdy."

"If a real fight breaks out, accidental injuries are inevitable. Rather than letting them live in fear amidst the flames of war, it's better to have them temporarily relocate inland and avoid the fierce attack."

Feng Ruston paused, staring at Li Changqing with stern eyes, "I know this is not easy, but for the sake of the overall situation and the safety of the people, we must do this!"

Li Changqing's expression kept changing and he was struggling inside.

He knew that what Feng Rushi said made sense, but he really couldn't bear to order the forced migration of so many people.

Even if they could persuade the coastal people to abandon their current land and move inland in a short period of time.

"How do we solve the resettlement problem? Two hundred miles away, how will the people eat and live?"

"I will work with Master Li to find a solution to these problems."

Feng Rusi's tone softened a little. He had naturally considered this issue. This was a huge amount of silver and money, and he needed to consider how to use it to minimize the court's expenses.

"I will formulate a resettlement plan as soon as possible and do my utmost to comfort the people and ensure they have enough food and clothing."

Seeing Feng Rusi's firm attitude, Li Changqing knew that it was useless to persuade him any further. He could only sigh and nodded helplessly.

"Okay, Admiral Feng, it's as you say. I just hope everything goes as you wish."

After Feng Rushi left, Li Changqing sat alone in the government office, thinking over and over again about Feng Rushi's plan.

He frowned and held the teacup tightly in his hand. The tea had already gone cold, but he was completely unaware.

Relocating the people 200 miles away was a huge gamble. If they won, they might be able to completely wipe out the sea sharks and keep the area safe.

But if he loses the bet and a civil uprising is provoked, he, Li Changqing, will become the sinner of the four counties!

"Ugh……"

Li Changqing sighed and drank the herbal tea in one gulp. The bitter taste spread in his mouth, just like his mood at the moment.

Now that things have come to this, he can only bite the bullet and move on.

The next morning, notices were posted all over the streets and alleys of the coastal counties in the four counties.

The order to move inland was written on it in bright red ink. The red words on the white paper were particularly eye-catching.

As soon as the notice was released, it caused an uproar.

"What? You want us to migrate 200 miles? This is going to kill us!"

A fisherman pounded the sign and roared.

"That's right! We've lived by the sea for generations. How are we going to survive if we move inland?"

Another fisherman echoed, spitting all over the notice's face.

"The imperial court doesn't treat us as human beings!" an old woman cried bitterly. "My husband is buried in this sea. If I leave, I will never see him again until I die!"

"This bastard official! He only knows how to sit in the government office and enjoy his life, and he doesn't care about the lives of us ordinary people!"

A young and strong man said with gritted teeth.

"Let's go! Let's go to the government office and talk to that bastard official!"

The excited people rushed to the government office like a tide, unstoppable.

The guards at the government office had never seen such a scene before and were immediately panicked.

"Quick! Close the door!"

The captain of the guard shouted at the top of his lungs.

The heavy gate of the mansion slowly closed, blocking the surging crowd outside.

But it couldn't stop the people's excitement.

"Open the door! Open the door! We want to see Master Li!"

The people outside were shouting and banging on the door, the sound was deafening.

"Lord Li said he won't see anyone!"

The captain of the guards bravely shouted, "Everyone, go back! Who dares to disobey the imperial order?"

"Bah! What a bullshit court! We only recognize Lord Li!"

A man spat at the guard and said, "If Lord Li doesn't come out and give us an explanation today, we will tear down this government office!"

The guards in the government office were so frightened that their faces turned pale, and they quickly sent someone to report to Li Changqing.

At this time, Feng Rushi was training the newly recruited navy outside the city.

He stood on the platform, looking at the neatly lined-up soldiers below, with a satisfied smile on his face.

Although these soldiers lacked experience, they were able to cooperate well with the troops he brought with him.

Moreover, each of them is energetic and full of fighting spirit. In time, they will surely become an elite force.

"Report! Sir, something bad has happened! The people are gathered at the government office gate, wanting to see Sir Li!"

A vanguard soldier ran up to Feng Rushi breathlessly to report.

Feng Rusi frowned, "What's going on?"

The guard recounted what had happened.

"Oh, I see."

Feng Rushi did not react much to this. Relocating the people would inevitably cause dissatisfaction. It would be strange if everything was calm today.

"Sir, what should we do now?"

the guard asked anxiously.

"I gonna go see."

Feng Rushi said in a deep voice, jumped on his horse, and galloped towards the government office.

In front of the government office, Li Changqing stood on the steps with his head held high, facing the angry people.

"Master Li, why are you asking us to migrate?"

"Our ancestors have lived here for generations. How can we survive if we leave?"

An old man cried out in tears.

"Fellow villagers! Fellow villagers! Please be quiet! Listen to me!"

Li Changqing stood on the platform, pressed his hands down, and signaled everyone to be quiet.

"Master Li, why do you want us to move?"

"We have lived here for generations. Why do you want us to move away?"

“How will we survive if we move inland?”