Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 2157: Construction

In the end, they managed to repair 32 catapults and 63 ladders—a pleasant surprise indeed!

The cost of repairing each catapult and ladder was quite substantial!

Zheng Sangge speculated that Sun Pu must have concealed many catapults and ladders from the Emperor and his father. Under normal circumstances, such a large request wouldn’t have been granted.

It was evident that Sun Pu was fully committed to this campaign and seeking vengeance.

Though he didn’t know the exact events at the campsite, the fact remained that all those catapults and ladders were rendered useless. He had unwittingly allowed his family to exploit him for nothing.

Zheng Sangge couldn’t help but sigh.

Now, everyone in the city praised Lord Shao for his seemingly boundless luck and fortune. He couldn’t deny it.

What else could it be? Who else could be so fortunate?

“Truly,”

Shao Yunduan couldn’t help but feel fortunate, sharing his thoughts with Qiao Xuan.

Qiao Xuan found amusement in the situation, remarking with a smile, “It seems even God doesn’t favor fools. Sun Pu is a true idiot! Ordinary folks couldn’t fathom what goes on in an idiot’s mind. He’s courting his own demise, and we’re the lucky ones!”

Shao Yunduan chuckled softly. “I anticipated a tough battle, perhaps lasting half a month, but…”

Qiao Xuan nodded knowingly. “Of course.”

With this defeat, Sun Pu wouldn’t dare to attack again.

No one dared to underestimate Shao Yunduan anymore, nor did they dare to send more soldiers.

At least until the Second Prince returned to the main camp, they would bide their time before considering any further action.

Finally, they could catch their breath and rest.

Shao Yunduan and Qiao Xuan breathed a sigh of relief.

After the battle, Zheng Sangge sought Shao Yunduan’s permission and hurried to the frontline.

Instead of pursuing Sun Pu, Zheng Sangge’s focus shifted to establishing defensive checkpoints and frontline positions.

After numerous consultations and map examinations, he settled on a rugged terrain located 50 kilometers from Huaixi province.

Their plan included constructing fortifications such as beacon towers, defensive fortresses, city walls, and arrow pagodas.

Their aim was to make it impossible for any enemy force to march straight into the provincial capital.

Building defenses along the terrain was a massive undertaking, requiring both long-term and temporary construction methods.

They began by fortifying the location to provide immediate defense. Concurrently, they initiated comprehensive planning and construction.

Utilizing a significant portion of the soldiers to aid in construction also served as a form of training.

Meanwhile, thousands of civilian workers were hired.

With sufficient funding, their efforts progressed remarkably smoothly.

Everyone was bustling with energy and determination. After all, this barrier was crucial for protecting the city and nearly the entire Huaixi province. Its completion would bring a sense of security to all.

It was a shield for their homeland.

Within a mere ten days, the fortifications had taken shape and proved to be quite effective.

Simultaneously, several other directions had also identified suitable locations for checkpoints and fortifications.

This effort extended the protection across the entire Huaixi territory.

Qiao Xuan visited the site chosen by Songshi, nodded in approval, and promptly procured the necessary resources. She then began recruiting workers and surveying the land.