Shandong, also known as the land of Qilu, has many heroes from Yan and Zhao and many heroes from Qilu since ancient times. Most Shandong people have several characteristics, such as being bold, righteous, nostalgic, and united. This is why it is said that "Shandong is rich in heroes". Of course, Shandong

The common people are fond of martial arts, and the strong folk customs are also one of the reasons.

However, if you think of the image of Shandong as a giant man with big arms and round waist, you would be totally wrong, because Shandong is also rich in saints! Needless to say, Confucius and Mencius, and the military sage Sun Wu are like Zhuge Liang.

, Dongfang Shuo, Wang Xizhi, etc., there are no fewer than seven or eight famous names. This is considered unique in the entire land of China, and it is not an exaggeration to describe it as a "specialty".

In addition, Shandong is not only "literary and military", but also excellent in other aspects. In terms of "appearance", Shandong has many famous mountains and scenic spots, such as Mount Tai, which is simple, vigorous, majestic and steep, and is known as the first of the Five Mountains. In terms of artistic accomplishment, Shandong opera is unique

, in various forms, even when it comes to eating, she is very particular about it, and has Shandong cuisine, one of the four major Chinese cuisines.

All in all this is a very magical place.

Lanling Town is a little-known town. The town is bustling and lively. At noon, a horse with a blood-red mane and strong limbs stopped at the entrance of the town. There was a man and a woman sitting on the horse.

The woman has a slender figure, fair complexion, beautiful eyebrows, jade cheeks and cherry lips. The man is dressed in white, has a handsome face, graceful demeanor and an ethereal temperament.

These two people were none other than Wen Qingqing and Murong Fu who set off from Lizhuang two days ago. As for the other people, they were left far behind by this bloody horse.

"If you don't go down yet, let people see how unbecoming you are!" Wen Qingqing paused for a long time, and when she saw Murong Fu was motionless, she couldn't help but said angrily.

"Uh...are we here?" Murong Fu seemed to have just realized what was happening. He smiled, reluctantly let go of the beauty's slim waist, turned over and dismounted.

Wen Qingqing jumped off the horse, comforted the overworked horse, and then glanced at Murong Fu, "This is Lanling Town. The Golden Snake Camp is temporarily stationed in the mountains. We will rest here for half a day."

Just entered the mountain."

"But why?" Murong Fu couldn't help but ask.

Wen Qingqing's eyes flashed and he said vaguely, "Now the imperial court and Wu Sangui are pressing us very hard. We have been away for a few days and we don't know what the situation is. Of course, we have to find out first and make sure everything is done before we can take you into the mountain."

"So you don't believe me..." After hearing the last word, Murong Fu immediately understood that the imperial court and Wu Sangui were clearly afraid that he had ulterior motives and did not dare to let him easily find the headquarters of the Golden Snake Camp.

It's no wonder that he can take action against the Tiandihui, and naturally he can also take action against the Golden Snake Camp. Those anti-Qing forces were probably frightened by Kangxi and Wu Sangui, so of course they must be on strict guard against him, the instigator.

After figuring out the joints, Murong Fu couldn't help but feel dumbfounded. He was afraid that I wouldn't come, and he was afraid of me when I came. What on earth do you want?

"Let's go, there is an inn ahead, which is the property of the Golden Dragon Gang. Let's go there to rest first and wait for Hall Master Fang and others to arrive before making further plans." Wen Qingqing led the horse and walked forward minding his own business.

Murong Fu looked at the beauty's slender back and felt a little depressed. He thought that Wen Qingqing offered to ride with him and created an opportunity to be alone. The journey should be beautiful and beautiful, with golden wind and jade dew. He didn't want Wen Qingqing to offer him a ride.

Qingqing only rested on her way and didn't give him a chance at all. She even treated him with a detached attitude, alternately cold and hot, which almost killed his interest.

"What are you doing standing there, let's go!" Wen Qingqing walked for a while before realizing that Murong Fu was not around, so she couldn't help but turn around and urge her.

Murong Fu shrugged and followed.

After about a stick of incense passed, the two of them came to an inn called "Golden Dragon Inn". The innkeeper was a strong man. When he saw Wen Qingqing, he immediately showed a respectful look and led the two of them to the backyard without saying a word.

The three of them were about to walk through the lobby when suddenly there were loud clatters, stools fell over, tables overturned, cups and bowls shattered on the floor, and then a strange voice sounded, "Ba Ge! There is something added to the dishes!"

When Murong Fu heard this voice, he couldn't help but pause and looked around. It turned out that they were several men with strange buns and mustaches. They were carrying samurai and long swords at their waists. Although they were wearing Central Plains costumes,

, but with that weird accent and unique dress, it’s not difficult to tell that they are Japanese people.

"Why are Japanese people here?" Murong Fu cast a questioning look at Wen Qingqing.

Wen Qingqing did not explain, but looked at the shopkeeper doubtfully.

The shopkeeper looked a little unnatural and said vaguely, "These Japanese people often make troubles. Madam, don't pay attention to them. Go and rest first. The little ones will take care of themselves."

Wen Qingqing didn't move, with a hint of displeasure on her face. From the shopkeeper's evasive eyes, even a fool could tell that the phrase "something was added to the dish" was probably true.

"You..." Wen Qingqing was about to speak, but at this moment, a commotion suddenly broke out in the hall. The three of them turned around and saw that one of the Japanese people had pulled out a long knife and put it on the waiter's neck, while the people around him

The diners were shouting and cursing excitedly, and were ready to attack in groups.

The shopkeeper didn't bother to explain to Wen Qingqing. He walked over quickly, pushed aside the crowd, and shouted, "Don't use the knife. If you have something to say, don't use the knife."

Murong Fu watched this scene with great interest and asked, "What do you mean, there are many Japanese people here? When did they appear?"

"I'm ignorant. There are many docks in Shandong's coastal waters. Japanese pirates often come across the sea to stir up trouble, burn, kill and loot. Isn't that strange?" Wen Qingqing looked at him with disdain, as if "you really have never seen the world."

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"The imperial court doesn't care?" Murong Fu was stunned and asked subconsciously. In his impression, Japanese pirates were only a thing of the Ming Dynasty. During the Qing Dynasty... at least during the Kangxi period, there should be no such thing.

Right?

He didn't remember it very clearly, but even if it happened, the world would have been in chaos a long time ago, and it would not be consistent with the original history.

Wen Qingqing was silent for a moment and sighed with a complex expression, "The imperial court wants to take care of it, but can it?"

Murong Fu was stunned for a moment, and then he suddenly understood. Before that, Shandong could be said to be dominated by the Golden Snake Camp. The imperial decrees were simply unworkable here, so how could they deal with the Japanese pirates? And the Golden Snake Camp itself was a bunch of reckless people.

They dealt with Japanese pirates without even thinking about it.
Chapter completed!