With a million soldiers, the empress begged me not to rebel

"Qiao'er, grind the ink. I want to write a letter." Chen Qingwan said in a deep voice.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Qiao'er quickly put down the melon seeds and helped Chen Qingwan write the letter.

Chen Qingwan picked up her pen and wrote:

"Recently, things have changed in Shannan County. Although the barbarians have surrendered, their intentions are treacherous. The capital needs to strengthen its defenses to prepare for any unexpected events..."

After writing the letter, Chen Qingwan called a guard from the Yulin Army:

"Send this letter back to the capital immediately and give it to the Prime Minister."

"As you wish!" The guard took the letter and rode away on horseback.

Chen Qingwan then said to the remaining guards:

"Ten of you will stay here to protect me. The rest of you will return to the capital immediately to strengthen the palace security."

"Yes, sir!" the guards responded in unison.

As night falls, Shannan County is shrouded in tranquility.

Lu Yan had been busy all day and could finally take a break.

He lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep, his mind full of what happened today.

"Nearly ten thousand barbarian captives! This would have been unimaginable in the past."

Lu Yan muttered to himself.

"I don't know if these guys can really behave themselves and stop causing me any more trouble."

The next morning, Lu Yan rubbed his sleepy eyes and stretched.

He was a little tired from tossing and turning last night.

But when I thought about what I was going to do today, an inexplicable sense of excitement came over me.

"Nearly ten thousand barbarian captives, now they've become my free labor. This feeling, wow..."

Lu Yan was talking to himself while putting on his official uniform, with a smug smile on his face.

After washing up, Lu Yan came to the gate of the county government office, looked at the platform that had been built, and nodded with satisfaction.

Today, he will hold a special "commemoration meeting" here.

It is to honor the five soldiers who died in suppressing the barbarian rebellion.

It is also to further consolidate his prestige in Shannan County.

"My lord, everything is ready."

Lu Fei, dressed in military uniform, reported to Lu Yan in high spirits.

"Okay! Go and call everyone over."

Lu Yan waved his hand with a heroic spirit of ruling the country.

With the sound of gongs and drums, the people gathered at the gate of the county government office.

Chen Qingwan and Qiao'er were also mixed in the crowd, looking at everything around them curiously.

Lu Yan stepped onto the podium, cleared his throat, and began his "speech".

"Fellow villagers! Fellow villagers! Today, we gather here with heavy hearts,"

"It is to commemorate the five martyrs who heroically sacrificed their lives to defend Shannan County and our homeland!"

Lu Yan narrated the heroic deeds of the five martyrs in a vivid and emotional manner.

Zhang Sanmin, a native of Shannan County, came from a poor family and had been farmers for generations.

When the barbarians invaded, he resolutely picked up a hoe and joined the militia.

During this attack, in order to cover the retreat of his comrades, he single-handedly resisted the attacks of dozens of barbarian soldiers and eventually died heroically.

Li Ergou was originally a peddler who walked the streets. He was smart and well-informed.

After the barbarian invasion, he took the initiative to transmit intelligence to the county government, went deep into the enemy's rear to investigate the enemy situation many times, and made great contributions to the defense work of Shannan County.

While carrying out this mission, he was unfortunately discovered by barbarian soldiers. In order to protect the intelligence, he chose to commit suicide and sacrifice his life for his country.

Wang Tiezhu was originally a constable in the county government. He was skilled in martial arts and hated evil.

After the barbarian invasion, he fought bravely and made many military achievements.

In this battle, he was seriously injured, but he still insisted on fighting and eventually died of exhaustion.

Zhao Liuzi was originally a teacher who was well-read and knowledgeable.

After the barbarian invasion, he organized the people to resist and taught them how to save themselves.

During this barbarian attack, he was unfortunately shot to death by arrows.

Li Gouzi was originally a doctor with superb medical skills, who saved the world.

After the barbarian invasion, he not only treated the wounded, but also risked his life to go deep into the barbarian camp to treat the captured people.

He also died in this barbarian invasion.

Lu Yan's voice was sometimes high-pitched and passionate, like the collision of metal and stone.

Sometimes it whimpered softly, like a cuckoo weeping blood.

He recounted the life stories of five martyrs, from their ordinary backgrounds to their original intentions of joining the army.

From the heroic scenes of bloody battles to every detail, every detail is depicted vividly.

The people listened with bated breath and sobbed softly.

Some even covered their faces and cried, and sadness spread among the crowd.

The heroic deeds of the martyrs are so moving that the people of Shannan County are all deeply moved.

When Lu Yan said this, his voice choked and his eyes reddened.

He took a deep breath and continued:

"Your sacrifice is a loss to all of Shannan County. From today on, you will be buried in the Shannan County Martyrs' Park."

"Enjoy the incense of the people of the whole city. I, Lu Yan, swear to all the villagers that I will take good care of your relatives and families."

After saying that, Lu Yan bowed deeply and did not get up for a long time.

The people in the audience also knelt on the ground and kowtowed to the heroic spirits of the five martyrs.

Expressing their highest respect and endless condolences.

At this moment, everyone in Shannan County was immersed in grief and emotion.

They deeply realized the value of peace and became more determined to protect their homeland.

Chen Qingwan initially held a scrutinizing attitude.

However, as Lu Yan continued to tell the story, she gradually became deeply attracted and her heart was moved.

She thought of the smooth-talking and cheerful Lu Yan.

Standing on the high platform at this moment, he looked so solemn and dignified, as if he had become a different person.

She didn't expect that this cynical official in daily life...

She was impressed by the fact that he had such a sentimental side.

After Lu Yan finished talking about the martyrs' deeds, he announced the playing of music and a moment of silence.

The melodious music echoed in the air, carrying a hint of sadness and solemnity.

The common people took off their hats and knelt on one knee, while the children knelt on both knees and kowtowed to the heroes.

Chen Qingwan was deeply shocked when she saw the scene in front of her.

She had never seen such a solemn scene, nor had she ever felt such sincere emotions from the people.

After the moment of silence, Lu Yan spoke again:

"I know everyone is very sad and heartbroken."

"However, we cannot dwell in sorrow. We must turn grief into strength and work harder to build our home and make our lives better!"

"well said!"

Someone in the crowd shouted, followed by a round of applause.

After the moment of silence, Lu Yan spoke again, his voice hoarse but resounding:

"Fellow villagers, brothers, elders and fellow villagers! How can we comfort the souls of those who sacrificed their lives for Shannan County?"

There was a sudden uproar in the audience.

Someone shouted: "Revenge! Blood debt must be paid with blood!"

Someone cried out, "Kill all the barbarians! Avenge the hero!"

Some people sobbed softly: "Let the heroes rest in peace..."