After traveling through time, I rely on force to survive

Li Qingqing was also thinking secretly that if that moment really came, she would only be able to rely on the power of space.

She looked at Xie Xuanan and said:

"Xiao Xie, please send someone to procure a sufficient amount of food and medicinal herbs and have them delivered to your residence as soon as possible. The more the better. In case a war breaks out, we can have supplies in time."

Xie Xuan'an nodded, knowing that the matter was serious, and then hurried away to find Shopkeeper Qi. He wanted to personally hand over this matter to Shopkeeper Qi to handle in secret.

Li Qingqing looked at Mu Yunjing solemnly and asked, "Our adobe wall is not very strong. If the bandits push it down, I'm afraid we will be unable to resist."

Mu Yunjing frowned and replied in a deep voice, "Yunying will lead them to set up defenses outside the town first, and then come back to dig deep trenches around the wall and place hidden stakes."

Li Qingqing nodded, already having a plan in mind, just like when she set traps to catch prey in the past.

Then she asked, "How long will it take to build a gate in Qiushui Town?"

Mu Yunjing thought for a moment and replied, "If we work day and night, it will probably take three days."

"In that case, let's gather the craftsmen immediately and finish it as soon as possible. The more protection we have, the more peace of mind we will have."

Mu Yunjing nodded, then arranged for one of his men to go find Zhou Yimo quickly.

"Mu Yunjing, I need to go back to Lihua Village in person. There are about 200 people in the village building houses and firing blue bricks. I want them to come over and dig traps."

"You actually made blue bricks?" Mu Yunjing was surprised, then said with regret: "It's a pity that we didn't have enough time. Otherwise, using blue bricks to build the gatehouse would greatly enhance the defense."

"Oh?" Li Qingqing was a little surprised, but soon she seemed to think of something and said:

"Then first use blue bricks to reinforce the weak parts of the wall, and then build the gatehouse. We'll build as much as we can."

"It's too late. Blue bricks are difficult to transport. If we make a big noise on the road, it will alert the enemy."

"Mu Yunjing, believe me, I will secretly bring the blue bricks here. We have no way out of this battle."

As long as he is not dead, as long as there is a glimmer of hope to defeat the bandits, he naturally cannot escape into the space in a panic!

If they escape, the bandits will enter Qiu Shui Town and attack all the way. Not only will the people of Qiu Shui Town suffer, but the entire Yuntai County will fall into their hands.

Mu Yunjing stared at Li Qingqing. He hesitated for a moment and finally agreed: "Okay!"

Li Qingqing rushed to Lihua Village, and at this moment Zhou Yimo asked someone to bring Wang Damai to the market.

In the town, whenever there is official business in the county government, it will be announced at the market so that more people can know about it.

The people around were curious and surprised to see Wang Damai, who was usually dressed in fancy clothes, being tied up by the officials.

"What's going on?" A commoner couldn't help but ask the officer next to him.

The officer replied sternly, "Wang Damai is guilty of a heinous crime. He has been kidnapping children and collecting young women to supply Mr. Liu for personal gain!"

"What? This is outrageous!" The crowd suddenly exploded, with discussions everywhere and people expressing their shock and anger.

Wang Damai lowered her head, not daring to look at the people around her. She knew that she was completely screwed this time.

"Brother officer, I was forced to do this!" Wang Damai tried to defend himself. "Someone really threatened me, and I had no choice but to do what they asked."

The officer remained unmoved. At this moment, a young woman suddenly rushed forward from the crowd and shouted angrily, "Wang Damai, you have come to this day!"

Then, she turned to the residents around her and continued, "She wasn't forced at all! Last time, I was almost captured by her, but luckily a kind-hearted girl saved me!"

"This matchmaker Wang is not a good person! My darling grandson was kidnapped by her. I almost never get to see him again!"

A fat woman also squeezed forward, spat at Wang Damai, and cursed, "You vicious woman!"

Grandma Zhao was delivering clothes to someone in the town. When she passed by the market, she saw Zhou Yimo wearing the brocade uniform of the county magistrate. She was about to say hello to him, but she saw Wang Damai pretending to protest his innocence. She couldn't help but feel angry.

She then angrily said, "This matchmaker Wang is completely devoid of conscience. Last time he even tried to snatch my daughter-in-law's daughter away! Damn it!"

After hearing this, the people were shocked and talked about it.

It was already known in the town that Wang Damai had been relying on Mr. Liu to do evil, but no one expected her to be so vicious.

"County Magistrate Zhou, please severely punish this vicious woman!" An old man pulled Zhou Yimo aside, his eyes full of anger.

"Yes, we can't let her hurt others again!" Others also echoed and were very emotional.

Seeing this, Zhou Yimo quickly reassured everyone, "Please rest assured, Wang Damai's crimes are proven to be irrefutable, and he has been sentenced to immediate execution! Execution now!"

As Zhou An finished speaking, cheers broke out from the crowd.

Wang Damai looked as pale as death and was immediately executed by the officials.

Seeing this, the people applauded and cheered.

"That's great now. We don't have to worry about her harming people anymore!" a woman said excitedly.

"Yes, thanks to County Magistrate Zhou's keen observation, peace has been restored to our town." The old woman next to her also nodded in praise.

After resolving Wang Damai's issue, Zhou An nodded to everyone present and continued:

"We've learned that due to Liu Yuanwai and Wang Damai colluding with bandits, some bandits are planning to attack Qiushui Town in the near future. Therefore, I urge everyone to be vigilant and actively prepare for defense."

As soon as Zhou Yimo finished speaking, whispers broke out among the crowd.

The villagers looked at each other, with anxiety and worry in their eyes.

"County Magistrate Zhou, what should we do? Can the defense of Qiu Shui Town withstand the bandits' attack?" an old man asked anxiously.

Zhou Yimo nodded, his expression serious:

"I understand your concerns. But rest assured, we have already launched an aid campaign to neighboring counties. Moreover, we cannot sit idly by and wait for death. We must take action. Now we need your help to strengthen our defenses."

"When do we register? I'll come!" a young man asked anxiously.

"Register now," Zhou Yimo replied, "If you're willing to help, please register with Master Qiu."

"I'm coming too! The bandits have invaded our homeland. If we don't resist, we'll be slaughtered!"

"Yes! I want to join in chasing away the bandits!"

"If the bandits dare to come, we must let them know that we are not to be bullied!"

Zhou Yimo felt relieved when he saw everyone actively signing up. He continued:

“Everyone, please be careful when you go back. Try not to go out during this period. If you have any news about the bandits’ movements, please notify me immediately.

Also, don't panic, we can only get through this crisis if we work together!"

Zhou Yimo organized the people to arrange defenses, and Li Qingqing also rushed back to Lihua Village.