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The North Korean army was simply vulnerable, and three brigades of Chinese marines captured the city of 200,000 people in just a few hours after storming Seoul. Of the more than 20,000 Korean troops, except for a few who died in battle, the rest either surrendered to the Chinese* army, or threw away their weapons, took off their uniforms, and went back to be ordinary people. Anyway, the Chinese* army doesn't know that those are North Korean officers and soldiers, and those are ordinary people, so it is easy to get through in the dark.

Of course, if some high-ranking officials of the Korean court wanted to escape in this way, it would be impossible. After the capture of Seoul by the Chinese* army, some ministers close to the Chinese Empire in the Joseon court immediately expressed their willingness to surrender. With their help, the ministers who had escaped were dug up. Including Zhao Yinyong, the leader of the council. After the Chinese* army captured Korea, Cho immediately fled back to his home and changed into the clothes of ordinary people, hoping to flee Seoul after the fighting subsided. As a result, he was discovered by the people of Jin Huandou, who was the leftist ruler, and was immediately caught by the Chinese* army that arrived.

As for the regent Cho Wanyong and the Joseon king Yi Yeong, they were hidden in the slums of Seoul under the protection of a group of elite guards. It's just that they still haven't been able to escape the pursuit of the Chinese* army. In order to annihilate these palace guards and capture Cho Wanyong and Joseon King Yi Ye, the 1st Marine Brigade of the Chinese Marine Corps mobilized a full battalion of troops. A fierce battle ensued between the two sides in the slums, and the 1st Brigade of the Chinese Marine Corps was responsible for the three killed. It took the price of twelve wounds to annihilate these people. The regent Cho Man-yong was shot and killed by a stray bullet during the battle, and the Joseon king Yi Yeong was completely stunned. Secretly caught by the Chinese * army. However, how to deal with him has to be arranged by the superiors.

By the afternoon, the gunfire in Seoul had largely stopped, and the Chinese* army began to maintain law and order in the city. It's just that occasionally there are still sporadic gunshots in some places. This is a number of units loyal to the Joseon royal family that continue to fight. Still, these stubborn guys. It will not end well. In the end, it was only annihilated by the Chinese* army.

During the capture of Seoul by the Chinese* army, Korean civilians in Seoul were also killed and wounded. Even if the Chinese* army did not target these civilians, the bullets and shells did not have eyes. Inevitably, bullets or shells will fall on the heads of North Korean civilians, causing casualties. However, this can only be regarded as their own bad luck. Had it not been for the stubborn resistance of their kings and high-ranking officials, the war would have been avoided.

After taking control of the situation in Seoul. Lieutenant General Sun Hao entered Seoul. The headquarters was set up in the palace of the Joseon king. The members of the Joseon royal family have all been captured, and at the moment the royal palace has also been taken over by the Chinese* army. The most important place in the palace is the treasury of the Joseon royal family. At this point, the Chinese army has a wealth of experience, and after entering the Korean palace, it immediately sealed the treasure house to ensure that the gold and silver treasures inside would not be leaked. These are trophies. Although North Korea is not rich either. But the Lee dynasty ruled Korea for more than 400 years, how could it not have a little family background? Merely. Now all this wealth belongs to China.

"General, we have completely controlled Seoul. Only a handful of North Korean soldiers mingled among the civilians and continued to resist. Major General Zhang Shun, commander of the 1st Marine Brigade reported.

"For those who resist North Koreans, we must eliminate them. No matter what the cost! Lieutenant General Sun Hao ordered. These people, if not dealt with in a timely manner, will become a destabilizing factor for North Korea in the future. If China wants to colonize Korea, it needs a Korea with a stable society. A turbulent North Korea will not only prevent China from reaping benefits, but will also contain China's energy.

"Yes, General!" Major General Zhang Shun nodded. The elimination of these recalcitrant Koreans will surely cause heavy losses to the civilians in the city. However, since Lieutenant General Sun Hao has already given the order, there is no scruples.

"By the way, General, we have captured the King of Joseon, Yi Yeon, and the leader of the council, Cho In-yong. The regent Zhao Wanyong was killed by stray bullets during the battle. These two people, are we going to send them to Guangzhou? Major General Zhang Shun asked.

"Sent to Guangzhou? No, it's too much of a hassle. We never captured them, they were all killed by stray bullets in the fighting. Lieutenant General Sun Hao thought about it for a moment and then said. If China wants to colonize Korea, the king of Joseon will not be able to continue to exist. Otherwise, it would give hope to those North Koreans. Not only that, but those members of the Korean royal family will also be taken to China or the South Seas to be confined. In this case, the resistance of the North Koreans will be much smaller.

"Yes, General. I understand! Major General Zhang Shun said.

As a result, the king of Joseon, Yi Yeon, and the leader of the council, Cho In-yong, have evaporated from the world since then. The Chinese side said that in the fierce battle, they unfortunately lost their lives because of their fierce resistance. However, there are also rumors that these two men were killed by the Chinese* army after their capture. It's just that this rumor has never been confirmed. This also became a mystery after the end of the Yi dynasty in Joseon.

After the capture of Seoul by the Chinese* army, most of Korea's military strength was wiped out. After that, the three Marine Brigades began to march into the rest of Korea, encountering minimal resistance. Except for a very small number of North Koreans who fled to the deep mountains and old forests to continue to fight against China, the rest chose to be obedient. Korea has always been a vassal state of China, and it is not embarrassing to submit to China again.

After consulting China, China's colonial rule in Korea will follow the Japanese model. The Chinese Governor-General in Korea was responsible for ruling Korea. In addition, officials are selected from among the local North Koreans to take charge. Among them, Kim Hwan Doo, the left-hand ruler of the Joseon royal palace who has always been pro-China, became the chief political officer of the Chinese Governor-General's Office in North Korea as he wished. Kim Seung-woo, the governor of Incheon County, who was previously imprisoned by Cho Man-yong, also became the mayor of Seoul. With the help of these Koreans, the Chinese Empire was soon pacified by Korea.

As for the candidate for the governor of Korea, in the end, the commander of the 17th Infantry Corps, Major General Chen Wenjie, was also in charge. After all, although a peace treaty has been signed between the Chinese Empire and the Manchu Qing Dynasty, a large-scale decisive battle will definitely break out between the two sides in the next two or three years. Korea borders the northeast of the Manchu Qing Dynasty, and if you send troops from here, you can attack the flank and rear of the Manchu Qing Dynasty and threaten the Longxing Land of the Manchu Qing Dynasty, like a dagger, deep in the heart of the Manchu Dynasty. In addition, there are still some sporadic forces resisting China in North Korea, and if we want to stabilize the situation in North Korea, we must adopt a high-pressure policy. If a soldier is concurrently the governor of Korea, the military movement will be relatively rapid.

The rapid occupation of Korea by the Chinese Empire caused great unease among the Manchus. However, the Manchus were so inefficient that before they could react, the Chinese* army had already taken control of most of Korea.

"General, now all parts of Korea are icy and snowy, the roads are difficult to navigate, and it is difficult for our troops to occupy the entire territory of North Korea." Major General Chen Wenjie, commander of the 17th Infantry Army, said with some embarrassment. North Korea will become the defense area of the 17th Infantry Corps next. In addition, in order to further oppress the Manchus, it is very likely that they will continue to increase troops in Korea. However, North Korea's poor road facilities have hindered the movement of troops.

"General, you can leave the rest of the place alone. However, the Yalu River has to be taken first. Otherwise, the Qing army would have been able to cross the Yalu River and enter Korea to confront us. Although the Manchus may not have the courage to do so, we also have to guard against it! Major General Zhang Shun, commander of the 1st Marine Corps Brigade, also said. North Korea and the Manchus are only separated by a river. It's the middle of winter, and the Yalu River is already frozen, so you can cross it lightly.

Lieutenant General Sun Hao nodded, if the Chinese* army deployed east of the Yalu River, it could block the passage of the Qing army into Korea. In addition, as long as the Qing army did not want to start an all-out war with the Chinese Empire, they would acquiesce in China's occupation of Korea and swallow this dumb loss.

"Let the Navy help, the Navy will directly transport two brigades to Uiju and land there. Then set up defenses in the east of the Yalu River, and if the Qing army dared to cross the Yalu River, they would fight back fiercely. Lieutenant General Sun Hao said.

"Yes, General!" Major General Chen Wenjie, commander of the 17th Infantry Corps, said.

Next, the 17th Infantry Brigade and the 35th Infantry Brigade of the 17th Infantry Corps of the Chinese Army, escorted by several 'Shang-class' cruisers, set off from Inchon and headed for Uiju on transport ships provided by the Navy. Along the way, they landed in Uiju without any hindrance.

At this time, Uiju was still under the control of the North Korean army. However, in the face of the powerful Chinese* army, these North Korean troops immediately laid down their arms and surrendered to the Chinese* army. For the sake of their acquaintance, when the Korean garrison was established, many candidates were selected from these surrendered Korean troops. Although the combat effectiveness of the North Korean army is relatively poor, it can be regarded as a regular army, and with a little training, it can still be put into use.

The Chinese* army deployed defenses on the east bank of the Yalu River, completely cutting off the Qing army's access to Korea. In addition, it also posed a substantial threat to the Manchus.

After dealing with this qiē, Lieutenant General Sun Hao led three marine brigades and embarked on the return journey home. The 13th Infantry Corps and the 17th Infantry Corps held Japan and Korea respectively. (To be continued......)