Rebirth: Find a General as Your Backer

After a long while, the military doctor's slightly furrowed brows gradually relaxed. He stood up and said, "General, the young lady was too frightened and her qi and blood are a little disordered, but she is fine."

"I will prescribe some calming medicine for you, Miss. You should rest for a few days and you will recover." After saying this, the military doctor walked to the desk, spread out the paper, picked up the brush, dipped it in ink, and carefully wrote down the names and dosages of each medicinal herb.

After writing the prescription, the military doctor handed it to a servant standing nearby and instructed, "Be sure to prepare the medicine according to the prescription. When decocting the medicine, pay attention to the heat and time, and do not make the slightest mistake."

The servants respectfully accepted the prescription and hurriedly went to the pharmacy to get the medicine.

The medicine was quickly prepared, and a rich herbal aroma filled the room. Granny Zhang carefully carried the bowl of medicine to Su Lianxue's bedside.

She gently helped Su Lianxue up, brought the medicine bowl to Su Lianxue's lips, and said softly, "Miss, it's time to drink your medicine. You'll feel better after drinking it."

Su Lianxue slightly opened her eyes and looked at Zhang Mama's concerned gaze, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. She endured the bitterness of the medicine and slowly drank it down.

After taking the medicine, Su Lianxue gradually felt a wave of fatigue wash over her. Her eyelids grew heavier and heavier, and her consciousness gradually blurred. Finally, she fell into a deep sleep.

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Inside the imposing main hall of the general's mansion, the atmosphere was heavy and oppressive.

Chu Mohan, dressed in dark armor, sat calmly in the main seat with a cold and stern face and a look of fury.

His sharp gaze was like two blades, making people afraid to look directly at him.

Below, a group of people knelt in neat rows. The prefect lowered his head slightly, looking nervous; Ling Lin pursed his lips, his eyes revealing unease; Zhang Fu and the others were even more trembling, not daring to utter a sound.

Chu Mohan's sharp, hawk-like gaze first fell on Lord Wang. He slightly raised his chin and said in a loud, booming voice, "Lord Wang, as the person in charge of managing the household registration in the city, this matter is of great importance and relates to the safety of the entire Mofang City."

Now, there are people in this city who are colluding with the enemy. These spies are so audacious that they even dare to disregard this general.

Do you know how serious the consequences of your dereliction of duty will be? This general entrusted you with such an important task, yet you have failed to fulfill your responsibilities, which has greatly disappointed this general.

You must act immediately and thoroughly investigate who is secretly colluding with the enemy, and give this general a satisfactory explanation.

Upon hearing General Chu Mohan's rebuke, Lord Wang's forehead broke out in fine beads of sweat, and his body trembled slightly.

He raised his head slightly, his eyes filled with fear and guilt, and quickly said, "General, please calm down. I am well aware of the seriousness of my dereliction of duty and my sins are unforgivable."

Your subordinates will do their utmost to thoroughly investigate those who colluded with the enemy. The city has a large number of registered residents, making management quite difficult, but your subordinates would never use this as an excuse to shirk responsibility.

My subordinates will immediately arrange for personnel to conduct a thorough investigation of all household registrations, leaving no suspicious person unchecked. We must carefully verify the identity, background, and whereabouts of each individual, especially those who have exhibited unusual behavior recently.

Lord Wang paused for a moment, then continued, "General, rest assured, I will work with other officials to strengthen the supervision of all areas within the city."

At the same time, we will increase our efforts to publicize information and encourage people to report suspicious individuals so that we can work together to protect our Mofang City.

"I swear on my life that I will give the general a satisfactory answer within three days. If I fail to complete the mission, I am willing to accept any punishment from the general." After saying this, Lord Wang lowered his head again, waiting for General Chu Mohan's response.

Then, Chu Mohan turned his angry gaze to Wang Fu and shouted, "Wang Fu, I placed you in the city in the hope that you can manage the security and protect the peace of the people."

Look at the state of public order you've created! People are brazenly swindling others on the streets. This is a serious dereliction of duty! You must reflect deeply on this and take effective measures as soon as possible to restore order and give the people a safe and stable living environment.

Hearing General Chu Mohan's angry shout, Wang Fu felt as if he were being pricked by thorns, his heart filled with fear and unease. He raised his head tremblingly, his eyes filled with panic and regret, and hurriedly said, "General, please calm down. I know I was wrong. I have failed your trust."

The failure to maintain order within the city is entirely my fault. But please believe me, General, that I had no intention of being negligent. The city's situation is complex, with a large and mobile population, making management extremely difficult. However, I would never use this as an excuse to shirk my responsibility.

Wang Fu took a deep breath and continued, "General, rest assured, I will immediately reorganize the security forces, strengthen patrols, and conduct a thorough search of every corner of the city."

I will pay particular attention to places where filth and crime can easily accumulate. At the same time, I will work closely with other departments to combat illegal and criminal activities.

Suspicious individuals will be thoroughly investigated, with their identities and whereabouts rigorously examined. Subordinates will also strengthen public safety education, raise their awareness, and encourage their active participation in security management.

"Within three days, I will do my utmost to improve the security situation in the city. If I fail to do so, I am willing to accept the general's severe punishment." After saying this, Wang Fu lowered his head again, waiting for General Chu Mohan's instructions.

Chu Mohan glanced at him but remained silent.

Then, Chu Mohan swept his gaze over the deputy generals one by one, his eyes filled with reproach and anger, and rebuked them: "And you deputy generals, I have ordered you to strengthen the defenses many times, but what have you done? Look at the situation now, the enemy is about to infiltrate our ranks, and you have not noticed at all."

You are all a bunch of useless bastards! I'm giving you three days to report in detail the enemy's motives, deployments, and action plans.

It should be noted that Mofang City is a vital border pass with extremely important strategic importance, and the Canglang Kingdom, which is eyeing it covetously, is ready to attack at any time.

Aren't you afraid of the city falling and your homes being destroyed? Once the city falls, the enemy will surely burn, kill, and loot, plunging the people into misery and causing immense suffering.

Then, how will you face the accusations of the people? How will you face the questioning from the imperial court? You must take immediate action, strengthen patrols, and maintain strict defenses to ensure the safety of Mofang City.

"Don't you agree, General Chen? You've been working for the old general for a long time."

Upon hearing General Chu Mohan's rebuke, the lieutenants felt deeply ashamed and their spines turned cold. They exchanged glances, then lowered their heads in unison.