Chapter 118 Returning to the capital, disaster strikes from heaven
As soon as he left the city, he encountered a blockage. Li Mu was a little confused. People on several carriages stretched out their heads and looked outside.
Yang Zhao came down in a hurry, and the two young eunuchs immediately ran to Li Mu and put on a posture of protecting the master.
A dozen big men in casual clothes looked coldly and kept their usual vigilance. Li Mu could tell at a glance that they were well-trained and must have a good background.
Yang Zhao came forward to negotiate and inquire, but was pushed aside without even bothering to speak to him.
Li Mu waved his hand, stepped forward and asked, "Brothers, what does this mean?"
When the leading man saw Li Mu, he hurriedly raised his hand, then approached Li Mu and whispered: "Your Highness, I am Qin Zhong, the deputy commander of the Imperial Army, and I have been ordered to protect Your Highness."
Li Mu snorted and asked: "Forbidden Army? Did your father ask you to come? I was shocked. I thought I would encounter someone who had just left the city gate."
Qin Zhong smiled slightly and said: "Your Highness, the Prince, makes atonement. These brothers are used to having sullen faces all day long, but they are all loyal and brave men of His Majesty. Please rest assured, Your Highness."
Li Mu said: "How many people are you here? It's not good to make such a big fanfare. Why don't you go first?"
Qin Zhong grinned and said: "Back to Your Highness, there are sixteen of us in total. Your Highness is joking. How dare we go in front? Your Highness goes first. We follow behind, keep a distance, and are ready to respond at any time."
Li Mu smiled and said: "That's fine, but everyone should relax a little. Since we are wearing casual clothes, it will make people suspicious if we are facing a powerful enemy. Yes, Xiaoxiao, just treat it like a sightseeing tour. It's best to stay within a mile or two of us."
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Qin Zhong showed a submissive smile as expected, "Yes, Your Highness, I have sent four brothers to explore and clear the way ahead. We will follow from a distance. If Your Highness needs anything, blow this bamboo whistle and we will catch up immediately."
Qin Zhong said, took out a bamboo whistle and held it to Li Mu with both hands. Li Mu took it and took a look. It was very well made. He put it to his mouth and blew it gently. The sound was clear and sharp and could be heard far away.
"Well, good stuff, you are really thoughtful." Li Mu praised and asked Qin Zhong to lead the team to break up the rear.
Qin Zhong pointed to the distance, where a large and luxurious carriage was parked on the roadside. "Your Highness, there is also a carriage. Your Majesty will give it to His Highness for use at any time."
Li Mu nodded, knowing that Li Longji had specially prepared it for Yang Yuhuan, and he would definitely not explain it to these forbidden troops.
"Okay, I won't use the carriage for the time being. You can take it with you. Remember, keep your distance."
After Li Mu finished speaking, he turned back to get in the car and asked Yang Zhao to continue moving forward.
Li Mu was very emotional. Li Longji cared for him very well, overtly and covertly, creating the safest and most convenient itinerary for him. This father was very interesting.
Yang Zhao briefly gave instructions to several coachmen, and the convoy started slowly. Yang Zhao followed Li Mu's carriage and asked in a low voice: "Your Highness, who are they?"
Li Mu said: "As for the escorts, don't panic. With their protection, you will have peace of mind along the way. Let me tell you, sing a song and rush on in a lively way, and don't feel like you are being punished."
Yang Zhao agreed with a smile and hurriedly went to give the instructions in turn. Soon, he heard the dancing girl singing a cheerful tune in the carriage.
Although the autumn sunshine is cold, after the mood is released, I feel warm all over my body. Li Mu's motorcade is like a cheerful flowing stream.
However, on the official road from Anton to Chang'an, the atmosphere seemed condensed and cold.
Pei Yun and four of his followers rode fast horses and set out from the Andong Protector's Mansion in the dawn and night. After running for three days, they saw the Taiyuan boundary and the Yellow River in front of them.
After crossing the Yellow River, it was only one day's journey before we could enter Beijing. Pei Yun felt very complicated and confused.
The Ministry of War suddenly rushed 800 miles away and ordered me to return to Beijing to report on my duties. This seemed unreasonable. I had been in office for five or six years. I guarded the border and fulfilled my duties without slacking off.
The neighboring countries are all in peace and harmony.
In addition, during the New Year and festivals, various gifts and banknotes were given. All the men who could take care of themselves did not miss any of them.
Pei Yun had no enmity with anyone, so why was he suddenly called back? Whether he wanted to be promoted to a higher position or to be punished and reprimanded, Pei Yun couldn't figure it out.
What is the purpose of this hasty return to Beijing?
Good or bad, good or bad, is really unpredictable.
I had just eaten breakfast at this time, so I didn't dare to delay, so I slowed down and digested the food while hurrying on my way.
He follows Pei Xing personally, is a few years older than Pei Yun, is Pei Yun's uncle, and is also Pei Yun's most trustworthy lieutenant.
Pei Xing saw that Pei Yun had a sad face and was talking to himself along the way. He also knew that Pei Yun was very nervous. At this time, as he was about to enter Chang'an, Pei Yun became even more worried.
Pei Xing rode his horse and approached Pei Yun. The two of them walked side by side slowly. Pei Xing asked, "Yun'er, I saw that you didn't speak during the whole journey and were in a low mood. Should you be happy when you return to Beijing today?"
Pei Yun smiled bitterly and said: "Uncle, although I am returning to Beijing, my nephew is inexplicably nervous. He always feels that something is wrong and he is not happy at all."
Pei Xing said: "Are you worrying too much? General border generals are recalled urgently, and nine times out of ten they will be promoted to a higher position. Besides, you are in the Andong Protectorate, and you are running the army well. In neighboring Antai, we
The lives of the border people of the Tang Dynasty are getting better and better. You have toiled hard even without any merit, so why worry about the sky in vain."
Pei Yun said: "Uncle, this is not the case. My nephew is guarding the border and he has a clear conscience. But now that the world is at peace and winter is approaching, it may not be a good thing to be recalled suddenly."
Pei Xing said: "Yun'er, my uncle sees what you do for others and respects him in his heart. Moreover, Lord Shangshu, including those in charge of the Ministry of War, pay filial piety every year. Even the prime minister's office has long-term filial piety."
Management, even if there is a slight mistake, they should still speak for you,"
Pei Yun said: "The officialdom is crueler than the battlefield. No matter how good I say on weekdays, once someone plots against me and I am unlucky, who is willing to take action? It doesn't matter. Life and death are determined by fate and wealth. If anything happens to me, please ask my uncle to take care of my nephew."
The whole family is young and old.”
After Pei Yun finished speaking, he suddenly felt discouraged. He had never felt this bad feeling before.
Pei Xing shouted: "Don't talk nonsense, let alone think wildly. Why are you saying such unlucky things?"
Pei Yun nodded and said: "What my uncle taught me is that maybe after traveling for days, I am a little tired and have many delusions. Please punish me."
Pei Xing also felt that his emotions were carried away by his nephew, and sighed: "Okay, let's not talk about this topic. This time, go back and reunite with your aunt and brothers and sisters. After all, I haven't seen them for more than a year."
The general family members of the border guards stayed in the capital and were under the supervision of the Ministry of War. The purpose was very clear. The family members were basically hostages to prevent the border generals from betraying the country and surrendering to the enemy. They were treated the same in all dynasties.
Therefore, it is normal to guard the border and sleep alone every night. In the long run, even your temperament will be distorted.
When Pei Yun heard that his family was gathering and enjoying their family life, he also smiled: "What my uncle said is true. After returning to the Ministry of War to attend the ceremony, the two families will have a good time together."
The two changed their mood and laughed when talking about the adults and children at home.
The five fast horses also gradually increased their speed.
Running through a mountain bay, suddenly, a group of cavalry came towards me. There were more than a dozen people, all of them were wearing armor and spears, and they looked majestic.
Pei Yun hurriedly ordered several people to stop and get out of the way.
The cavalry passed by Pei Yun and galloped past without stopping.
Pei Xing smiled and said: "As we approach the capital, the scene is indeed very different. These cavalry are so majestic. They must be elite soldiers guarding the capital."
Pei Yun said: "Yes, from their body shape and momentum, we can also see the majesty of our Tang Dynasty. Compared with our border troops, they are only stronger but not weaker. They are indeed domineering."
The five people applauded in unison. They were all veterans of the war for many years. They felt friendly when they saw the elite cavalry.
After the dust cleared, the five people continued to move forward. After walking two or three miles, another group of cavalry came in front, also a dozen people, led by a general, wearing an armored battle robe and holding a bright silver gun.
Pei Yun made way again, but this group of cavalry stopped a dozen steps in front of Pei Yun.
For a moment, Pei Yun felt something bad, and immediately shouted loudly, drew his sword, and the four followers drew their swords almost at the same time.
However, the situation was worse than Pei Yun expected. The cavalry that had just passed by them had turned back and blocked their retreat from behind.
Moreover, two groups of cavalry, more than thirty people in front and behind, took their bows and arrows and aimed at Pei Yun's five men.
Pei Yun was shocked and shouted: "Where are you from? I am Pei Yun, the Protector of Anton Protectorate. What do you want to do?"
The general in front of him sneered: "Hahaha, hahaha, you're welcome, Pei Yun, you are the one I've been waiting for, take action."
While the general was speaking, he waved his spear in his hand, and more than thirty hard skills were fired from both sides, attacking from both sides, and arrows rained down like rain.
In an instant, Pei Yun's four followers were shot like hedgehogs.
He fell from his horse to the ground and died instantly.
Pei Yun was also hit by three arrows in his arms and legs. He rolled off his horse and saw his uncle Pei Xing with a sword piercing his throat. Pei Yun ignored the pain in his body and ignored the siege from all sides. He hugged Pei Xing's body and howled loudly.
cry.
The general leading the team sneered: "No need to cry like a cat over a mouse. Come down later and you can cry again slowly."
Pei Yun's heart was as sharp as a knife, he stood up, pointed at the general in front of him, and shouted: "Who are you and why?"