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Ma Xianpin looked at the distant camp of the Northern Wei Army and said in a deep voice, "Brothers, the Northern Wei army is trapped inside the city. We must take this opportunity to deliver a fatal blow to them."
An adjutant asked eagerly, "General, when shall we launch the attack?"
Ma Xianpin pointed to a certain point on the map: "Once the heavy rain comes, we will take the opportunity to launch a surprise attack. The Northern Wei army will be restricted in their movements in the rain, while we can gain the advantage."
As night fell, the heavy rain arrived as expected. Ma Xianpin led the elite forces to quietly approach the Northern Wei military camp.
In the rain, Lian's army launched a fierce attack like a tiger descending from the mountain. The Northern Wei Army was caught off guard and unable to effectively resist in the chaos.
Ma Xianpin brandished his long sword and shouted, "Brothers, for Liang Kindom, charge!"
Northern Wei Army gradually collapsed under the strong attack of Lian's army. The warriors of Lian's army were brave and fearless, breaking through the enemy troops' defense line time and time again.
In the end, under the stubborn resistance of Lian's army, the army of Northern Wei could not continue to support and began to retreat. The defender of Qushan City saw the overall situation and surrendered first, thus Lian's army won this battle.
In the eighth year of the Tianjian era (509 AD), Liang Kindom and Northern Wei engaged in a months-long tug-of-war battle to compete for control of Shouyang (now Shou County, Anhui).
In this war, despite the opposition of the courtiers, Xiao Yan insisted on adopting the suggestion of the surrendered general Wang Zu, and ordered the Crown Prince's Right Guard Kang Xuan to build the Fu Mountain Dam in order to flood Shouyang with artificial floods, forcing the Northern Wei Army to retreat.
Kang Xuan accepted this important task and immediately mobilized thousands of laborers to work day and night on the project.
After the dam was completed, a huge reservoir was formed upstream, causing Shouyang, 200 kilometers away, to be surrounded by water. The riverbed at the bottom of the dam is composed of sand and should have been regularly maintained to ensure safety.
However, in the autumn of The fifteenth year of the Tianjian Era (516 AD), after Kang Xuan was recalled, his successor neglected this important duty, leading to the collapse of the dam in August during the flood season. The downstream residents suffered, numbering in the tens of thousands, and Liang Kindom was plunged into an unprecedented disaster.
Xiao Yan stood in front of the imperial study, gazing into the hazy sky outside, his mood as heavy as the low-hanging clouds. Chao Qinglan approached with light steps, seeing his furrowed brow and feeling concerned in her heart.
"Your Majesty, you haven't rested in a long time," Chao Qinglan said gently, her voice filled with uncontainable concern.
Xiao Yan turned around and gazed deeply into her eyes, as if there was a Lan'er brewing within them. " Qinglan, I..." His voice was slightly hoarse, as if he was struggling with whether to continue speaking.
Chao Qinglan gently took his hand and gave him an encouraging look. "Whatever it is, I will face it with you."
Xiao Yan took a deep breath and finally spoke, his voice tinged with a hint of helplessness: "I can't forgive myself for the Fushan Dam accident. So many innocent people suffered because of my decision. How... how can I face them?"
Chao Qinglan tightly held his hand, with a determined light in her eyes. "Your Majesty, this is not entirely your responsibility. War itself is cruel. All we can do is learn from our mistakes and rebuild homes for the people."
Her words seemed to bring a hint of comfort to Xiao Yan. He nodded slightly, and the pain in his eyes eased slightly. "Yes, Qinglan, with you by my side, I feel an unprecedented strength. We must do everything we can to help the disaster-stricken people."
At that moment, Chao Qinglan saw the strong figure of the emperor standing tall once again in Xiao Yan. She knew that no matter how difficult the road ahead might be, they would walk hand in hand.
The next day, Xiao Yan summoned the court ministers and announced a series of reconstruction plans, personally overseeing the post-disaster reconstruction work.
Chao Qinglan was not to be outdone. She organized a volunteer team composed of palace maids and guards to go to the disaster area to provide assistance.
In the coming months, the whole country will work together to gradually rebuild the homeland. Xiao Yan and Chao Qinglan even visited the disaster area, not only helping the people to rebuild their homes, but also setting up temporary relief stations to provide food, clothing, and medical services.
During a rescue mission, Chao Qinglan saw a little girl who had lost her parents sitting alone on the ruins, her eyes filled with deep sadness and helplessness. She walked over gently, crouched down, and used her warm hands to hold the little girl's cold hands.
"Little sister, don't be afraid, we will help you," Chao Qinglan said softly, her eyes filled with love and care.
The little girl looked up with teary eyes at Chao Qinglan and finally burst into tears.
Chao Qinglan held her tightly in his arms, letting her tears wet his own clothes. Xiao Yan watched this scene from a distance, his heart filled with admiration and adoration for Chao Qinglan.
Over time, significant progress has been made in the post-disaster reconstruction work in Liang Kindom. The lives of the people are gradually returning to normal.
In the same year, after a sudden disaster, the domestic political and social order was gradually returning to stability.
At this critical moment, the Zhao family, a family with a deep historical heritage, is facing an important choice on the political stage of the Liang Kingdom.
Chao Qinglan's father, Zhao Zhangyuan, a minister with considerable influence in the court, sat in his study lost in thought. His brow was furrowed, the books in his hand long closed and set aside on the desk. The flickering candlelight in the room cast the shadow of his deep contemplation.
Chao Qinglan tiptoed into the study and, seeing her father lost in thought, gently asked, "Father, what troubles you? Can you share it with Qinglan?"
Zhao Zhangyuan lifted his head, his eyes revealing complex emotions: "Qinglan, as you know, our Zhao family holds a significant position and influence in the Liang Kingdom. But in the current situation, we must make a wise choice - either continue to fully support Xiao Yan, or quickly return to our original neutral position."
Before he could finish speaking, Chao Qinglan gently took his hand, her eyes firm and clear: "Father, Xiao Yan is not only my husband, but also a wise and visionary king. If our Zhao family can firmly stand by his side at this critical moment, our future position in the king's heart will undoubtedly surpass that of other clans."
Zhao Zhangyuan gazed at his daughter, and in her determined eyes, he saw a different light, gradually dispelling his doubts. "Qinglan, perhaps I have been too narrow-minded in my considerations as a father. Your insights have enlightened me. We, the Zhao family, should firmly support Xiao Yan and work together for the future of Liang Kindom."
In this internal family discussion, Chao Qinglan not only influenced her father's decision with her wisdom and foresight, but also further solidified the Zhao family's position in the political situation of Liang Kindom.
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