Yu Wenjing was carried in front of Yu Wenji. Hua Yun only whipped Yu Wenjing three times, but he used enough force every time. Although Yu Wenjing was protected by armor, his buttocks were still beaten badly. However, Yu Wenjing had
He was self-aware and did not dare to cry in front of Yu Wenshu after being beaten, so he had no choice but to come to Yu Wenshu to beg him.
Yuwen Zhiji listened and asked, "Is that man eight feet tall, thin and fair-skinned?"
Yu Wenhuaji frowned and said, "Zhiji, do you know this person?"
Yu Wenzhi nodded and said: "This person's name is Hua Yun, and he is the new general of Yuhang Yingyang Mansion."
Yu Wenhuaji said "Oh" and said: "Now that we know his origin, it will be easier to handle. When we go back, let the third brother find a reason and dismiss his official position first."
The third brother he was talking about was Yang Guang's son-in-law, his consort Yuwenshiji. Because of Princess Nanyang, Yuwenshiji was very talkative in front of Yang Guang.
Yu Wen Zhiji said with a smile: "But it can't be done this time. Hua Yun was recommended by my father. If you terminate his official position, wouldn't it be a slap in my father's face?"
Yu Wenjing lost his voice and said: "Then I asked him to beat him in vain."
Yu Wenhuaji knew about the grievances between the Yuwen family and the Yang family, and Hua Yun was Yu Wenshu's recommended person, and he held Yang Wanxiang's position. Naturally, he could not cause trouble again, so he scolded: "Then what are you doing?
What do you think! A general has the nerve to come see me after being beaten by a soldier, get out!"
Yu Wenjing was able to sit in this position only because of Yu Wenshu's relationship. Seeing that Yu Wenji was angry, he had no choice but to swallow his anger and crawl out of the tent.
In just two days, Yu Wenkai designed a real snow sledge that could carry heavy loads and slide freely on the snow, and was not easily damaged. Yang Guangda waved his hand and asked the Ministry of Engineering to make 3,000 of them for transporting grain.
Used by the troops. There are many craftsmen in Chang'an City, and 3,000 snow sledges can be built in an instant.
The army stayed in Chang'an City for a total of three days, then set off again and continued westward. The grain transport troops were equipped with new snow sledges and were finally able to keep up with the army. From Chang'an City to the west, everything was within the control of the Sui Dynasty.
, the journey was extremely smooth, and the marching speed also sped up a lot.
Liu Ziqiu's horse was given to Hua Yun, and he had to squeeze into a snow sledge pulled by oxen with Gui Haiqiu and the others. Seeing that the snow sledge under his buttocks was almost comparable to the sleds of later generations, Liu Ziqiu couldn't help but secretly admired this Yu Wen
Kai is indeed a character, and I would like to get to know him well if I have the chance.
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On the twenty-ninth day of the first lunar month, Yang Guang's army arrived at Longxi County. In the evening of the same day, Li Jing's family also arrived at Guazhou Ferry in Jiangdu County.
Li Jing's original plan was to take the water route, but due to the cold weather this year, a thin layer of ice formed on the canal. The boatman was unwilling to travel far, so he had to take the land route instead. As a result, it was delayed for more than ten days before he arrived at Guazhou.
There are two ways to go from Guazhou to Yuhang, one is to take the newly opened Jiangnan Canal, the other is to cross the river and take the official road passing through Piling and Wujun.
It was already evening when they arrived at the ferry. Although there were many ships on the pier, their sails had been lowered, and no one would cross the river in the dark. There was a tea shop next to the pier, which was full of people, both from the south and the north.
merchants and sailors on the ship.
Li Jing knew that these were the easiest places to get information, so he helped Zhang Chuchen find a corner in the tea shop to sit down. Zhang Chuchen's belly carried the hopes of the Li family. Although he was not pregnant yet, it was enough for Li Jing to be extra careful.
Already.
There were all kinds of people from all walks of life in the tea shop, but a stunning beauty like Zhang Chuchen was not common. Countless eyes immediately focused on him. However, Li Jing was dressed luxuriously and followed by several domestic slaves, so no one dared to go overboard.
presumptuous.
A waiter had already come over and asked, "What would you like, sir?"
Li Jing took out a piece of broken silver and threw it on the table, and said: "I don't need anything. I just want to ask about something. Is it possible to hire a ship to Yuhang here?"
The waiter smiled happily when he saw Yinzi and said: "I heard that the Jiangnan Canal has been opened, but not many people are walking there. But sir, you are asking the right person. I know that there is a newly opened carriage and horse dealership, but the road
This waterway.”
Li Jing said happily: "Which horse and carriage shop is it?"
The waiter pointed behind him and said, "There's a sign there, Changshan Cars and Horses."
Looking in the direction of the waiter's finger, Li Jing didn't see the Changshan carriages and horses, but first saw a young man with a curly beard sitting on the other side of the tea shop, looking at this place intently, clearly staring.
Zhang Chuchen.
Li Jing was furious and was about to raise his fist, but was stopped by Zhang Chuchen.
Zhang Chuchen stood up and walked over, saluted the bearded young master and asked, "What's your surname, young master?"
The bearded young man smiled broadly and said, "My surname is Zhang."
Zhang Chuchen said happily: "My family's surname is also Zhang, and I would like to be my adopted brother."
The bearded young man was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: "That's fine, but I have an extra sister."
Zhang Chuchen turned around and called: "Lang Jun, come and see my sworn brother."
Li Jing also hurriedly came over, greeted the young man with beard, and exchanged their names. It turned out that this young man with beard was Zhang Zhongjian, the third son of Zhang Jiuling, a rich man in Jiangdu City.
I am taking the opportunity to go home to visit relatives during the Chinese New Year, and am planning to hire a boat to go north to continue learning skills.
Since Zhang Zhongjian was a native of Jiangdu, Li Jing could not help but ask him about the situation of Changshan Carriage and Horse Racing Company. Zhang Zhongjian did not know much about it. He only knew that this horse and carriage business was established just a few years ago. He seemed to be from Yuhang, but he was quite courageous and could use all waterways.
Dare to run.
Li Jing couldn't help but think, wasn't it Changshan Village, Yanguan County, Yuhang County that he was going to? Could it be that Changshan Carriage and Horse Racing Shop was opened in Changshan Village?
Because he only met Zhang Zhongjian by chance, he looked at Zhang Chuchen with some ill-intentioned eyes. Li Jing did not dare to get acquainted with him, so he chatted for a few words, then said goodbye and took Zhang Chuchen to Changshan Carriage and Horse Racing Shop.
Changshan Carriage and Horse Racing Shop has a small appearance and is deserted inside. It seems that business is not very good. Of course, it is not easy for a newly opened carriage and horse racing shop to attract business in Jiangdu Ferry, where there are many merchant ships.
Seeing guests coming to the door, a waiter had already come over to greet them and asked: "Are these guests staying in a hotel or hiring a car?"
It turns out that the Changshan Carriage and Horse Racing House occupies a large area behind it, and has built many houses for the carriage and horse racing clerks and merchants to rest.
Before Li Jing could answer, Zhang Chuchen had already said, "We are going to hire a boat to go to Changshan Village. If the price is right, we might as well stay here for one night."
A trace of vigilance flashed in the boy's eyes and he asked: "Which Changshan Village are you going to?"
"Changshan Village, Yanguan County, Yuhang County."
The waiter suddenly laughed and said: "It turns out that we are going to my hometown. There happens to be a ship going there tomorrow from the store. Anyway, we are on the way and the ship fee is waived. May I ask whether you are going to find relatives or to visit friends?"
"Looking for relatives."
"Oh, but I don't know which one you are looking for?"
Li Jing was already a little suspicious and said: "If you are willing to give us a ride, what are you doing with these people?"
"Just ask, just ask." The waiter laughed and said, "Do you want to stay in the store tonight? How many upper rooms are there in the store?"
Just when Li Jing was about to speak, Zhang Chuchen winked at him and said, "Since you don't charge us for shipping, I will naturally take care of your business. I will stay here tonight!"
The building behind the carriage house is very clean, and the beds and bedding are all new. It has obviously not been open for a long time. However, the service here is very good. A waiter has already brought hot water without Li Jing's instructions.
After the slaves retreated, Li Jing said: "Chuchen, don't you think that guy asked too many questions? I don't feel at ease living here."
Zhang Chuchen asked: "Physician, how do you feel about the nature of water?"
Li Jing thought for a while and said: "It's still somewhat water-resistant, but it's not that good."
Zhang Chuchen said: "That's right. No one else is willing to use the Jiangnan Canal, but this store is the only one willing to go. If this store wants to attack us, do you think it is more dangerous on the ship or on the shore?"
Although Li Jing was familiar with military literature, he was not as familiar with these things in the world as Zhang Chuchen, who had been sold as a slave since he was a child. After listening to Zhang Chuchen's words, Li Jing suddenly realized: "I understand, you mean to live in the country for the time being.
If they are bad guys in their store, they will find out tonight."
Both of them were very careful that night. They even prepared their own food and did not dare to eat anything in the store. They didn't notice anything wrong until dawn.
Everyone packed up and calculated the rent. A waiter had already led them to the riverside pier. On the pier, a large ship was moored there quietly. More than a dozen sailors were moving cargo and hoisting the sails.
Busy scene.
The bigger the boat, the smoother it travels. Li Jing was very satisfied with the boat and asked: "Man, is this the boat to Changshan Village?"
The clerk smiled and said: "That's right. The store has a batch of goods to be transported back to Changshan Village. I will pick you up on the way. I won't charge the shipping fee. Next time, remember to take care of the store's business."
Li Jing thanked him and ordered his servants to load the luggage onto the ship. The ship was large and could accommodate horses and vehicles. Only at the end did Li Jing carefully help Zhang Chuchen step onto the gangplank.
Zhang Chuchen said with a smile: "Lang Jun, the Nu family is not such a squeamish person. You can leave by yourself."
Suddenly I heard someone shouting from behind: "Boatman, don't leave!"
It was a cold early spring morning, and there was a thin layer of frost on the springboard. Zhang Chuchen was startled by the sudden shout and staggered. If Li Jing hadn't been holding him up, he would have almost fallen into the river.
Concern leads to chaos. Li Jing is usually very calm, but at this time he couldn't hold back. He asked two maids to help Zhang Chuchen, and then he jumped on the shore and shouted loudly: "Who dares to do this?
rude!"
On the river bank, a horse came galloping towards me.