The Prodigal Son of Zhenguan

"Who said it wasn't? After the dam broke, the river water poured out in an instant. The people had no place to hide and no time to hide." Jiang Que continued: "Although Linying County is a county town, the city is not high and the pool is not deep. If there is a flood, I am afraid that whether the city wall can withstand it is still a question."

Since ancient times, natural disasters have been ruthless, and human power has fought against nature. In this era, how much painful price has been paid.

"There is another point that we need to pay attention to." Jiang Que added: "After a major disaster, there will be a major epidemic, especially after a flood. We left in a hurry and only brought food, but there is no doctor and medicinal materials. After we get there, if an epidemic breaks out, I am afraid that the people will be injured or killed..."

Even worse.

"We can only think of ways while we go." Li Fu said: "When we get to Linying, I am afraid that we will lack more than just these things."

We can only take one step at a time. No one can guarantee that we will go there directly with healthy supplies.

They don't know what the situation is over there.

The report sent to Chang'an City was not so detailed.

When Li Fu and his party arrived at Linying County, it was already devastated by the flood.

"Linying County, where is the county town?" Li Fu looked at the entire land soaked by the flood and was dumbfounded. "

Isn't it the county town?

Where is the city?

All that can be seen are scattered stones, wood, and broken walls on the ground.

Li Fu sat on the horse and never said another word.

"Your Highness, we... have arrived." Jiang Que said.

"Captain Zhao." Li Fu shouted.

"I am here." Zhao Chong rode forward.

"Send more people out to search everywhere, find the surviving people, and also find the local officials." Li Fu said: "Tell them that the people from the court are here to provide disaster relief."

"Yes. "Zhao Chong bowed in response.

Faced with such a situation, there were not many supplies, but there were many people brought. In this case, they could only spread out and look for people.

Even in the plains, the terrain is high and low, so it is right to go to the higher places.

It has been so many days, and the water is still accumulating in those low-lying places.

When there is a flood, the survivors must go to high places first to save their lives.

Go all the way and avoid the low-lying places.

About half an hour later, the soldiers sent out to look for people came back on horseback.

"Your Highness, the gathering place of the victims has been found. Go south." The soldier bowed and said, "It will take more than half an hour to get there."

"Okay, let's go. "Li Fu gave the order.

The whole team set out towards the south.

After walking for more than half an hour, they finally saw people, saw the surviving people, and heard their movements.

The sound of crying, talking, and sighing.

The arrival of Li Fu and his party made these people's eyes brighter.

When they saw the army behind Li Fu and the food delivered.

They saw hope.

"The court is here! ! ! "

"It's really the court! That military officer didn't lie to us! ! ! "

"The court is here, we are saved! ”

“Wow, it’s finally here, Dad, if you hold on for another day, you can have a mouthful of hot porridge. I am an unfilial son~~”

After the excitement, everyone seemed to have found an outlet to vent their emotions, all their grief, grievances and the aftermath of the disaster. Most people had tears on their faces.

They were ragged and covered in mud.

They struggled to survive.

The young and strong ones all went out to find food, while others wanted to fight and set out on the road to Chang’an City. If they could reach Chang'an, they might be able to settle down there and make a living.

But this road was so difficult.

How many people could reach Chang'an?

Li Fu and others were dressed neatly and brightly, which formed a sharp contrast with the surrounding environment and people.

Those who survived thought about how to survive, how to eat and wear warm clothes, and as for respectability, it was nothing in front of survival.

Those who still had some strength stood up and came to the front of the team.

"Who is in charge here? Where is the parent official of Linying County?" Li Fu asked the people who gathered around.

"Let your officials come to see me. I am an envoy sent by the court to provide disaster relief."

And everyone saw that it was Li Fu who spoke.

A young man.

With a bit of disappointment on his face, the people behind him were also talking.

Such a young man, who looked less than 20 years old, what could he do?

FloodCan he handle such a big thing?

Does the court not value them?

"I am a royal relative, the King of Jingyang, and the Prince of the Eastern Palace." Li Fu said loudly: "So, you can believe me, I know what you are thinking, but what I want to tell you is that the court, Your Majesty, will not abandon any of the people of the Tang Dynasty!

When one side is in trouble, all sides will support it. Since the beginning of autumn this year, Guanzhong has suffered a major flood disaster. Your Majesty is anxious about this and can't sleep or eat. He has allocated money, food, and manpower to various places in Guanzhong.

Even if you don't believe me, you must believe Your Majesty and the court!"

"This time, I not only brought people, but also food." Li Fu looked at everyone and said loudly: "There are people and food! I will take you to rebuild Linying City!"

Li Fu's words were loud and clear.

His face was firm, and he continued, "I brought a few helpers with me this time, some to build houses and some to control floods! Today, I promise you! I will rebuild your homeland!"

Everyone was deeply touched when they heard this.

With people and food, everything will get better slowly.

"Captain Zhao, set up camp," said Li Fu.

"Yes!" Zhao Chong bowed and responded, turned his horse's head, and ordered to find a suitable place to set up camp.

"Old Yan, tell them to set up a shed, start a fire to cook porridge, let everyone drink hot porridge first, and the rest will be discussed later." Li Fu said.

"Yes." Yan Lide also bowed.

Afterwards, Li Fu turned over and dismounted, and handed the reins to the guards around him.

He strode to the people who surrounded him.

Wu Liangye and the others followed Li Fu, taking precautions carefully.

The people in front of them were disaster victims, and they had to be on guard before everything settled down.

"Since you are the leader, then you must be in charge here, right?" Li Fu looked at the person standing in the middle of the front row and asked, "Where are the local officials?"

"No, I am not, sir. Our county magistrate is dead." The middle-aged man standing in the front whispered.

His eyes were full of regret.