The place where Wang's army camped was in the north of the city. From the camp, looking at Yongzhou, there is no sign of war.

  Although it cannot be confirmed that the entire Yongzhou city defense is intact, it is certain that Nong Zhigao's attack on Yongzhou was not intense.

  Zhao Xi was a bit puzzled, relying on the high walls and deep moats of Yongzhou City's defenses, how could Nong Zhigao take it down?

  It's just that now, the elite of Wang Shi... the Western Army, also had to start building siege engines. Di Qing didn't dare say he could easily capture Yongzhou like Nianzhi Gao did.

  Everyone is busy, but Zhao Xi leads two girls running around the whole military camp.

  After a big battle, there were many trivial matters to attend to. The group of civil officials who followed the army were busy running around.

  There are those who collect and bury the dead soldiers, those who record the number of beheaded, those who organize the construction of siege engines, and those who manage the entire logistics.

  Even Lü Gongzhu and a few others were summoned. Cao Lin and several others were dragged by the Western army generals to explain the attack formation of that arrow vanguard.

  Being alone is leisurely.

  Zhao Xi is actually busy too, busy dealing with two girls' one hundred thousand whys.

  Since the big victory at Rén Pù, Zhao Qinglan has also become more talkative, and together with Sū Yán, the two of them are like a pair of curious babies, every day they pester Zhao Xī to tell stories... Zhao Xī wanted to tell people about One Thousand and One Nights, but they only want to hear stories from his childhood.

  Zhao Xi made up his mind, he couldn't be a busy person like this, he wanted to truly get busy.

  So, he ordered the logistics team to get him bamboo nodes, saltpeter, sulfur and charcoal... In a crowded place like Rénrìpù, playing a few thunderclaps should be quite good.

  Zhao Xi forgot to promote this in the Guardian Camp. Fortunately, it's not too late, and there should still be some use left.

  By the way, Su Song was also called back, he's a talent, an outstanding talent.

  Having gotten rid of the two girls, he was busy with important military affairs. It wasn't suitable for a young girl to always follow him around.

  Even serving tea and pouring water were intimidated by Zhao Xi and didn't dare to go anymore.

  I thought I could witness a grand siege battle, but it turns out that this guy is too cunning.

  The king's camp had only been set up for seven or eight days and was just ready. The city-attacking formation was set up, the soldiers were mobilized, shouting and preparing to launch a wave of skilled city-attacking warfare...

  "You thief, get out of here!"

  The city of Yongzhou suddenly filled with thick smoke, followed by flames shooting into the sky. In broad daylight, the fire could be seen from outside the city walls.

  "Go into the city!"

  Di Qing did not hesitate and gave the military order.

  Yu Jing looked at the thick smoke inside Yongzhou City, her eyes were choked by the thick smoke, turning red, and filled with tears...

  Nong Zhigao was defeated at Guiyuanpu and it became clear that he did not have the ability to hold Yongzhou. The so-called "Great Nanyue Kingdom" was just a joke.

  Before King Shi could attack the city, he directly set fire to Yongzhou... and escaped.

  This mess still needs Yu Jing to clean up. These red eyes are not only hatred for Nong Zhigao, but also pain for the people of Yangzhou.

  Zhao Xi had only one thought in his mind: If he didn't kill Nie Zonghui, he would never return to the court!

  Some ideas were deeply rooted in Zhao Xi's mind. As for Nong Zhigao's failure to achieve his goals through petition and resorting to war, Zhao Xi could still understand this point.

  Even if he robbed some money and grain, treasures and the like, or even killed stubborn generals and officials, Zhao Xi could try to understand it from a different perspective.

  What crime have ordinary people committed? This is something Zhao Xie absolutely cannot tolerate.

  The city gate is open again, and we have to busy ourselves dismantling the camp... If I had known that you were so timid, we should have just stood here and scared them off.

  Wasting money and food is not worth mentioning, it's a waste of time and effort.

  In the city of Yangzhou, everything was in chaos at this moment. Even though they knew that the common people were busy putting out fires and the guards were on high alert, no one was certain whether Nian Gao would leave behind any remnants or loyalists to die with him.

  Zhao Xie's face turned iron blue, and in all these years, he had never been so angry.

  The fire is very large and has spread from the prefectural government office to the surrounding areas. Starting from the ceremonial gate of the prefectural government office, all the official buildings on both sides, including warehouses, houses, and offices, are burning.

  At this time, rescue can only watch the fire burn at the center point and try to prevent the fire from spreading.

  As for the provincial government, it's too late to save it now; even if they did manage to save it, it would be in a state of complete devastation.

  The government office of a prefecture is generally located in the core area of a city, with many shops surrounding it. Nanning is no exception.

  Looking at the merchants who were beating their chests and stamping their feet, and the women and children who were crying, Zhao Xi's face became even darker, his clenched fists almost cracking his palms.

  "Your Highness, I, Yu Xueshi, request your presence at the Academy."

  The only place left in Yongzhou City where official business can be handled is the Confucius Temple.

  Zhao Xi glanced at the newcomer, then closed his eyes again, and finally looked at the chaotic situation on the side of the government office... Someone was maintaining order and organizing firefighting.

  Although Zhao Xi felt that officials should be present at this time, even if they couldn't add a helping hand to put out the fire, they could still cheer on those who were fighting the fire.

  But that's just how it is in this era. The fire was lit by the cleverness of you two, and it doesn't affect them at all. None of them are the parents of Yongzhou...

  The whole staff of the Guangnan Anfu Shi Ya Men were in the courtyard of the academy, as if they were watching something and kept discussing it.

  "Your Highness..."

  "Your Highness, this corpse was found in the back hall of the government office..."

  Zhao Xi looked down at the ground... Oh, it's a corpse wearing a dragon robe.

  "This man must be that cunning and crafty thief!"

  "The rebellion of you thieves has been put down! The accomplices have been executed! The ringleader..."

  Zhao Xi was very annoyed and couldn't speak clearly. Originally, his mood was already gloomy, and when he arrived at the academy, he saw such stupid words.

  Even if it's a credit, it's Di Qing's credit as the commander. Is following and drinking soup water so despicable?

  Just want to enjoy the music and dance? Why so anxious?

  "Are you stupid or just have a lot of free time? With the enemy at the gates, did he still have time to put on this showy outfit before running away with his tail between his legs? Savoring the taste of being an emperor?"

  "Can't you all think a bit more?! The peace in Guangnan wasn't achieved by your casual thoughts, but was won by the soldiers' swords and guns!"

  "Don't take everything for granted! Is this your cleverness? You say it's him and that's it? If you're really clever, can you take on the responsibility?"

  Zhao Xi finished speaking in a rapid-fire manner, using this kind of rustic dialect that intellectuals would be ashamed to use, without caring about the stunned expressions on everyone's faces, and went straight to the back hall.

  Everyone was stunned, and what stunned them was not only the prince's dialect but also his attitude.

  The Crown Prince has always been affable and rarely turns his face away from people, nor has he ever spoken harshly.

  It seems that His Highness the Crown Prince is following the official residence. Today this is...

  "Your Highness is indignant due to the difficulties in Yongzhou, and your words seem somewhat improper. However, what you said is extremely reasonable. This matter of beheading the bandits will not be reported to the imperial court for the time being. Wait a few days until news from all sides is confirmed, then we can make a final judgment."

  Yu Jing is still a good person, although he was deceived by Your Highness, he still helped to ease the pressure on these civil officials for Your Highness.

  This is almost equivalent to scolding everyone as a group of idiots, all are elites, who can bear it?

  Di Qing had been explaining for half a day, but no one took his words seriously. As for the prince's few sentences... Di Qing couldn't help but want to laugh.