Chapter 2463 Burning Books

The news that Somchai was killed in the bombing spread quickly, causing unrest in the entire Thuy Kingdom.

Although his sudden death made his confidants extremely sad, the power vacuum made people even more crazy.

More than a dozen generals looked at the coffin containing Somchai's bloody clothes, shouted a few times that they wanted to avenge the president, and began to fight for the power of acting president.

When there is no tiger in the mountain, the monkey wants to be the king.

Somchai's confidants hope that they can continue to control the presidential palace, and the other generals want to make their own voices through this reshuffle.

More than a dozen generals want to rise to the top in one step, so no one is convinced by anyone, and they tear their faces and leave on the spot, and begin to eliminate their former companions by any means.

That night, the entire Thuy Kingdom was under curfew. The curfew was not to find the murderer who killed Somchai, but to circle their own territory so that they have a base.

Then, large troops were dispatched one after another.

After a compromise of interests, more than a dozen troops were finally divided into two factions, Zhongyang and Miscellaneous, and fought endlessly. Nearly 30,000 people were involved, turning Thuy Kingdom into a battlefield.

Overnight, guns roared, and more than a dozen streets became ruins, with mountains of corpses and seas of blood, and many civilians died tragically.

The citizens who barely survived hid under their beds or in basements in fear.

The next morning, 16,000 Zhongyang troops defeated 13,000 miscellaneous troops, killed five local generals, and captured more than 2,000 soldiers.

However, the Zhongyang army was also seriously injured. More than 16,000 people were reduced to only 8,000 people, and nearly half of them were wounded, which shows how fierce the fighting was.

Just as the Zhongyang army was returning triumphantly and was about to enter the presidential palace, the convoy was blown up on the long street in front of the presidential palace, and more than 200 people were killed on the spot.

Seven major generals were also shot and killed by snipers.

The National Defense Army was completely leaderless, and the situation further deteriorated.

Faced with this chaotic situation, the dignitaries of Cuiguo were worried, either planning to sneak out of Cuiguo or looking for a place to hide for three to five months.

Eighty million people were also panicked. Shops were closed, companies were closed, and all of them hid at home, waiting for this disaster to pass.

Everyone knew that once the situation got out of control, Cuiguo would fall into the abyss of burning, killing and looting, which was almost the rhythm of massacre. They could only hide as much as possible.

Just when the remaining national defense forces were about to lose control, Haoshou suddenly led 3,000 wolf riders into the presidential palace.

Haoshou also sent people to quickly control communications, television, power grids and arsenals.

Then, Haoshou held a press conference and announced publicly that in this bloody period, he decided to take responsibility and temporarily serve as the president of Cuiguo.

No matter who was convinced or not, they must obey his orders for the next three months. Even if he was accused of dictatorship, he had to stabilize the situation.

Haoshou, in front of countless cameras, was murderous and decisive, giving 80 million people an invisible sense of security.

The panic situation now has a backbone, and the people who desire stability naturally support him.

Haoshou also made three rules for the people:

"Those who kill will be put to death!"

"Those who injure will be punished!"

"Those who steal will also be convicted!"

Afterwards, he also ordered the soldiers to detain a dozen arrogant middle and low-level officers, and then executed more than 80 soldiers who burned, killed and looted in public.

The simple three rules and the thundering means displayed by Haoshou quickly calmed the panic of the people in Cuiguo.

The dignitaries of Cuiguo who hoped to stabilize the situation and protect their interests also stood up to express their support for Haoshou.

However, what made the entire Cuiguo people support Haoshou's rise to power was the announcement made by Master Bai Chali from the White Horse Temple to the whole of Southeast Asia:

"The White Horse Temple supports Haoshou as the acting president."

This announcement not only gave Haoshou a strong support, but also made the people's confidence in Haoshou soar instantly, and the voices spread all over the streets and alleys.

At dusk, the sky cleared up, and 100,000 people gathered in front of the presidential palace, waving banners and fists and shouting: "Support Haoshou, support Haoshou."

"Master, Master, they really support me."

At this moment, Haoshou leaned against the window and looked outside, with an indescribable joy on his face:

"You are so amazing, one set of three rules, one Master Bai's announcement, and you have gathered the hearts of the people."

At this point, he instinctively wanted to kneel down again: "Master, the power of the gods will last forever..."

"Stop!"

Ye Tianlong, who was making coffee, was quick to support Haoshou and said helplessly:

"You are the president now, don't kneel down at every turn."

He patted Haoshou on the shoulder: "It's not good to be seen like this."

Haoshou exhaled a long breath: "Master is the most sacred totem in my heart. Besides, I am the acting president, all given by the Master."

" Kneeling before the leader is a matter of course."

Hao Shou was stubborn: "It doesn't matter if others see it. Do I have to hide my respect for the leader because of their gaze?"

"For our longer-term ideals, you must learn to be patient."

Ye Tianlong advised Hao Shou earnestly: "I know your intentions, don't stick to the formalities, you don't need to kneel in public in the future."

Hao Shou nodded as if he understood: "Listen carefully to the leader's teachings."

"The situation is barely stable now. You have to do four things next."

Ye Tianlong took a sip of coffee: "First, continue to eliminate Songchai's diehards and don't give them the opportunity to attack you."

"Second, enforce strict military discipline and prohibit orders. Whoever dares to do evil will be killed without mercy."

"Third, appease the powerful and wealthy so that they don't all run away. At the same time, return some of the property that Songchai robbed to foreign merchants."

"Fourth, recruit soldiers. Now the entire national defense army has only 20,000 people left. You must expand the force, otherwise you will be bullied by outsiders."

He planned the future for Haoshou: "Expand the force to 40,000 first, one veteran will lead one new soldier, and finally expand to 120,000 troops."

These days, Ye Tianlong has carefully studied Cuiguo. Although the economic foundation is weak, there is still a demographic dividend and jade.

If the jade industry is well integrated, the function of underground casinos is improved, and some special tourism is developed, the economy can still be taken to the next level.

If the national income is increased by one level, the support of the army can be doubled. Ye Tianlong thinks it is no problem to support 120,000 soldiers with 80 million people.

If it doesn't work, he will subsidize the military expenses himself. Ye Tianlong is determined to pull up an influential regular army in Cuiguo.

Its political significance is not comparable to the armed personnel of the rich man and the black knife.

"Understood!"

Hao Shou replied without hesitation: "I will definitely complete the mission."

Ye Tianlong showed a touch of satisfaction, and then remembered something: "You are personally responsible for the first three points, and you must do them well."

"The fourth point is probably too much for you to handle, so you are responsible for recruiting soldiers, and I will let Zhao Wenguang train you."

He showed his generosity: "And I will give you 50 billion to stabilize the situation."

Hao Shou was stunned when he heard this, and then he was extremely grateful: "Thank you, Master."

He didn't expect Ye Tianlong to be so generous, and he gave 50 billion at once, which completely solved the urgent problem.

Songchai's robbery was due to insufficient military expenses and funds, and he could only squeeze foreign businessmen to subsidize the National Defense Force.

Although Hao Shou responded without hesitation just now, he was struggling in his heart where to get the money, and it was a large sum of money that could both compensate and recruit soldiers.

Unexpectedly, Ye Tianlong directly gave 50 billion, which solved his problem, so Hao Shou was very happy.

"Just do your thing. The 50 billion will be transferred in the next few days."

Ye Tianlong finished his coffee in one gulp, then picked up a book on the table and went out: "I'll go out for a walk while it's dark."

Hao Shou said subconsciously: "Master, where are you going? I'll go with you."

"No need, I have some personal matters to deal with."

Ye Tianlong raised the book in his hand: "Burn the book."