Smoke rose into the sky, and the villagers cried and screamed.
When Lu Shen saw it, he didn't dare to stop at all. He turned his horse's head and ran towards the fields.
Xu Shi took a look at it and was frightened. He hit his horse and ran away.
Nearly a hundred followers drew their bows and swords one after another, followed Lu Shen and Xu Shi, and rushed to the northeast.
Dozens of cavalry were chased out of the village, and there seemed to be cavalry cruising in the fields. After hearing the sound of the horn, they all raised their heads.
A sergeant climbed up from the woman's body and was tying his pants while shouting.
Someone was covered in colorful silk. After hearing the noise, he subconsciously took out his equipment.
Others were boiling water and sharpening knives. Under the sad eyes of the farmers, they slaughtered the cattle and ewes. After hearing the sound of horse hooves, they were also hesitant.
As if a hornet's nest had been stabbed, knights from all over the country rushed over and chased Lu Shen, Xu Shi and others in the direction in which they were fleeing.
After chasing him for more than thirty miles, he finally gave up.
Although that group of "beasts" only had a hundred people, they had two to three hundred horses, and they ran very fast. Of course they also had horses, but they would be taken out to the wild, and it was difficult to gather them in the hurry, so they gave up decisively after running out of horse power.
Chase.
"Go back." The leader was wearing a round felt hat with a ribbon hanging from the brim and a mink fur decoration on his forehead, looking like a nobleman from Wuhuan.
He finally glanced at Lu Xu, the direction Xu Shi was escaping from, and sneered, saying: "If it's spread, it's spread. It doesn't matter. Wang Pengzu asked me to help in the battle. I didn't give out a few coins, so what if I get it myself?"
Already?"
When everyone heard this, they all agreed.
Is it ridiculous that the Youzhou shogunate summoned them but didn't give them enough money?
If it was the Han Dynasty, they would have rebelled directly. The imperial court would suppress them and they would fight as long as they fought. Is it reasonable to not pay them?
The cavalry who gathered from all over gradually dispersed and returned to the village just now.
There are only a hundred households in the village, and they are not locals. They moved from nowhere. They occupied a land with fields and rivers, started farming, and built a fence.
But this kind of low wall may not even be able to block bandits, let alone them.
A small fence can't quench our thirst! We have to continue searching tomorrow to seize more villages, towns and forts.
On the other side, Lu Shen and Xu Shi ran all the way without daring to stay.
Only when the horse can't run any longer will he stop and rest for a while.
The road was full of dangers, and there were looting thieves everywhere. It was as if some door had been opened overnight, and countless evil spirits were released, ravaging the Hu and Han people in Youzhou wantonly.
Neither of them said much.
The facts are obvious. Wang Jun hired people to help him fight, but with the lack of money and the decline of his own prestige, he could no longer effectively command these barbarian tribes. In fact, some Han marshals did not like him.
, when it’s time to rob, when it’s time to kill, I did something evil, what can you do?
Fortunately, they were of high status, and there were many castles and manors along the way where they could stay and rest. After hurrying slowly, they arrived at the southern border of Jixian County on September 20th.
It's not very peaceful here either.
On the desolate land, crops have been harvested and tents can be seen everywhere.
The average family size of the Hu tribe in Youzhou is about seven, and they like to live in groups of three, with a total of more than 20 people gathering in one place to graze.
This is the case in the southern border of Jixian County.
The Han fortress and the Xianbei tent group stand staggered. The two sides are generally peaceful and there are not many disputes.
Of course, this kind of peace is very fragile. Once there is a change in Youzhou, conflict will inevitably break out between the two sides. It may not necessarily be the Han people and the Hu people attacking each other. It is more likely that the Hu and Han people will join forces and attack another force that joins the Hu and Han people.
This is the law of the jungle, the weak eat the strong.
Lu Shen and Xu Shi did not enter the city, but went directly to the manor of the shogunate chief Shi Zaosong outside the city.
****
"Master, take a closer look." In the manor, Zao Song, Zhu Shuo, You Tong, Pei Xian and others were sitting on the couch and said to a sorcerer.
The mage had some magical powers, so he stared at it for a long time without even blinking.
Zaosong, Zhu Shuo and others became a little nervous.
Suddenly, the mage's expression changed drastically, he closed his eyes and recited a mantra hurriedly.
Everyone was anxious and waited patiently.
After a long time, the Master opened his eyes and sighed: "It's strange that you all have the appearance of wealth."
Zaosong was overjoyed. He pointed to the entourage behind them and asked, "Do all of them have the appearance of wealth?"
"Of course." The mage replied.
Zhu Shuo coughed and whispered to Zaosong: "Taiwanese, what is the ability of this ascetic alchemist?"
Zaosong also replied in a low voice: "Don't doubt it, Uncle Qiu. This alchemist is a great scholar in Jianye. He traveled to Beizhou and promoted Buddhism. He is proficient in the alchemy of ascetics, studied physiognomy, and has also developed supernatural powers."
"What magical powers?"
"The Heavenly Eyes, Heavenly Ears, Other Minds, Fateful Paths, and Wishful Instincts are all obtained by cultivating the Four Zens. Only the Outflow Path has not yet been cultivated, but it is wonderful."
Zhu Shuo was in awe.
The followers behind them were even more happy when they heard this.
These people are all confidants, including guests in the palace, generals and servants, and even officials in the shogunate. They were originally anxious and uneasy, but when they heard about wealth and honor, their worries disappeared and their determination gradually became firmer.
Zaosong glanced at Pei Xian without leaving any trace.
Pei Xian looked hesitant.
Zaosong winked repeatedly.
Pei Xian finally sighed and said, "I heard that Master met Mr. Chen in Yezhong last year?"
"I met him once from a distance," the Master replied.
"What does Mr. Chen look like?" Pei Xian asked.
A look of surprise appeared on the mage's face, which soon turned into fear and even regret.
His expression aroused everyone's interest.
You Tong asked: "Master, why do you need to cover up? Whatever you saw, you can tell me."
The mage remained silent.
Just when everyone was getting impatient, he finally spoke: "The poor Taoist looked at Mr. Chen from thirty steps away, which hurt his cultivation."
Zhu Shuo was surprised and said: "Why?"
"Chen Gongxiang has a coiled dragon, and he is not a human minister." The master sighed: "The poor Taoist used his magical power to spy on me, but he was injured by the dragon. I am ashamed, I am ashamed."
As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the audience was shocked.
Everyone looked at each other with different expressions.
Those who have doubts think this is not very reliable. Although everyone usually likes to talk about mysterious and mysterious things, and also like to read and write ghost legends, "Xiang has a coiled dragon", this is too exciting! Is it true or false?
Some are extremely excited, and they feel like they have mastered the "big secret". When others are still confused and hesitant, wouldn't it be wonderful to strengthen their confidence, become a minister of the dragon, and lay the foundation of family wealth? Just think about it.
So excited!
There are also some people who are like mirrors in their hearts, but they don’t say anything when they see through. This kind of people are ruthless and don’t talk much. They like to consider things from the perspective of interests. The Master said that it doesn’t matter if Mr. Chen has a white star above his head. He has already made a decision and is on the throne.
The ship, intending to give it a try, nothing can change their will.
Overall, today's meeting was very effective.
In a metaphysical society, you have to adapt to these weird things, and there are really many people who believe in this stuff, including high-ranking officials in the court.
The coming of the Taibai Star Spirit, the prophecy about the cessation of the Luoshui River, the legend of Xiang You's Panlong, etc., all gave Chen Gong a layer of mystery and seemed worthy of following.
What? Wang Pengzu? I don’t know him!
The mage quickly went to rest.
Zhu Shuo and You Tong were about to say something, but Zao Song stood up and said, "Everyone, please rest for a while. Later, we will go to the main hall to have a banquet. Lu Zili and Xu Yizu have returned from Fan Yang."
****
After three drinks, the atmosphere was warm.
There is a big event today, so I won't accept it if it is dismissed.
When that thing is eaten, first the whole body becomes hot and hot, and I wish I could take off all my clothes, and then I feel like I am full of vitality.
Do you really think that everyone’s style is so low that they have to imitate animals and fuck around in broad daylight? It’s really the effect of drugs.
Everyone was pretending to be worried, and after they had finished eating and drinking, Zao Song, the host, first dismissed the servants and prostitutes, cleared his throat, looked at Sima Youtong, the shogunate, and said: "Guangming, there has been a large gathering of Hu and Han troops from all counties recently.
It’s causing such a mess, can you put some control over it?”
You Tong pondered for a moment and said, "It's difficult."
"Why?"
"Wang Youzhou's good wealth is hard to give up. What can I do?" You Tong sighed: "All the assets in the treasury were rewarded, which was barely enough for use, but the king's governor withheld most of them and scolded me for not being able to live a good life.
The money is gone."
When he said this, he even laughed a little angrily: "Yesterday, when I returned from Peiping, I met a Xiongnu (Youzhou Xiongnu) group. The carriage was full of rich women, and there were bloody heads hanging under the saddles. I sent someone to question them, and they
Yan Wangdu summoned him, which delayed his livelihood, but did not give him any money, so he had to take it himself. After returning to Jicheng, he met with the Wangdu and explained the matter. The Wangdu remained silent and said that he would be patient for a while.
We will go south to Jizhou in a month, and the Hu and Han soldiers and horses summoned by then will be able to rape, plunder, and plunder in Jizhou and will not cause harm to Youzhou."
After saying that, he thought for a moment and then said: "Beiping, the elders of the Yan Kingdom are very angry and increasingly disappointed with the king and governor, but they don't know what happened to Fan Yang."
Zaosong looked at Lu Shen and Xu Shi.
Lu Shen cupped his hands and said, "The people of Fanyang are all complaining. I don't know how many people King Pengzu can kill."
Zaosong sighed secretly after hearing this.
The old lady has really wiped out the last bit of her prestige, and there is no hope.
All he can do now is to actively save himself and hope to be saved by changing his family. Zhu Shuo accepted the gift. Zao Song, who has always been greedy for money, rarely accepted the gift this time, but worked hard. He was afraid.
"Guangming, you are Sima, can you transfer Sun Wei out of Jicheng?" Zaosong asked again.
"I can't do it alone." You Tong shook his head and said, "Wang Pengzu is just old and confused, but he is not stupid. If we find a few more people and work together, we may be able to succeed."
"Taiwan, can you think of something from Mrs. Cui?" Xu Shi said: "Let Mrs. Cui coax Wang Pengzu, and then suggest that Sun Wei be transferred. Just find a good reason."
Zaosong nodded and said: "As soon as Sun Wei leaves, things will be much easier to handle. Yizu's trick is wonderful, and Mrs. Cui's intervention is more suitable than mine."
"Every soldier and horse, come here quickly, don't wait any longer." You Tong reminded again: "Hu soldiers have no restraint and act boldly. If there is a change in Youzhou, they may take advantage of the chaos and rush into Jicheng, burning, killing and looting wantonly.
The shogunate has ordered the troops from all counties to gather in Jicheng, so it is justifiable to mobilize the troops. At that time, I will use some means to remove the unreliable troops.
If you move farther away, the Lu family, the Hou family, the Kou family, the Tian family, the Xianyu family and other powerful clans will be stationed on the outskirts of Jicheng. If you move faster, you can control the whole city before others. Wang Pengzu did not repair the criminal government.
If he is so disappointed in the people, no one will protect him and will default to the fait accompli. Qiu Bo, I will trouble you for the troop deployment document and seal."
"Easy to say." Zhu Shuo cupped his hand.
"Don't worry, Guangming. My family has sent out a thousand elite soldiers, five thousand villagers, and five hundred cavalry. They have traveled day and night to come to Jicheng." Lu Shen said: "After the matter is completed, several respected elders will come forward to appease people's hearts.
There is no serious problem locally. Within Jicheng, we still need Taiwanese products, and Guangming and Guangming will work together."
"It's a matter of personal responsibility." Zaosong and Zhu Shuo said one after another.
Lu Shen nodded.
The powerful families of Youzhou and the troops from various Hu tribes gathered in Jicheng. This was a legitimate military movement that would not arouse any suspicion.
Sima Youtong made plans for the garrison and mobilization of various ministries, and Zhu Shuo, the chief clerk, drew up order documents and issued seals.
The generals who were loyal to Wang Jun, such as Sun Wei, who was supervising and protecting Sun Wei, were transferred far away.
The private soldiers of the aristocratic family captured and guarded Jicheng, and at the same time served as an armed force to intimidate the barbarians, ensuring that Zaosong and others could issue orders in the name of the shogunate.
Throughout the whole process, Mrs. Cui was responsible for pestering Wang Jun so that he could not go out and knew nothing about the outside world.
After the event is completed, celebrities will come out to provide public opinion support for the action, influence the choices of local powerful factions, and eliminate negative impacts.
Even some alchemists will be used to build momentum for Chen Gong and further dissolve the resistance of the people of Youzhou.
We have almost everything we need, just waiting to get started.
Chapter completed!