On this day, Qu Gao was accompanying Mrs. Zhang to enjoy flowers in the courtyard. Zhongli Jun, dressed in armor, ran over anxiously. When he saw the two of them, he saluted and said, "Uncle, aunt, Jun'er has something important to tell you."
Qu Yanpingyuan originally wanted to transfer Zhongli Jun to the city guard, but he thought that he was young and if he stood in front of the city gate for ten or eight years, wouldn't he be as incompetent in his life? So he asked someone to do it.
Arrange Zhongli Jun to be on duty in the prefect's mansion. The future here is better, and it is easier for him and Qu Gao to take care of each other.
Zhang excused himself because he was tired, so he went back to the house first. Zhongli Jun whispered in his ear: "Uncle Chang came to ask for news. Uncle Zhao Che and several Jianghu heroes were arrested and are currently being held in Xiangyang Prison."
Qu Gao was shocked and hurriedly asked Zhong Lijun to prepare the carriage. Being imprisoned was not a trivial matter. He had to ask Chang Fuhai the whole story in person.
Zhongli Jun drove the carriage to the downtown area in the east of the city and stopped in front of a store called "Chang Le Fang". Zhong Li Jun greeted Qu Gao to get out of the car and said that Chang Fuhai and Zhu Yan were inside. Two people were standing at the door of Le Fang.
A graceful and pretty woman, seeing the two of them, hurriedly came forward with flirtatious eyes, held their arms, and said with a smile: "You two gentlemen, if you want to listen to music or drink, come in with me and have a look."
Zhong Lijun asked: "Auntie and Uncle Chang are in the store?" When the two girls heard this, they put away their flattery and replied seriously: "They are upstairs, please, sir." After saying that, they let go of the two and returned.
They went to solicit guests at the door. Qu Gao was secretly surprised. As soon as he entered the workshop, he was surrounded by wine and endless spring. He followed Zhong Lijun up to the second floor and knocked on the door. Guo Zhuyan's voice came from the room.
As soon as she opened the door, she saw her old friend whom she hadn't seen for a long time. Qu Gao laughed and said: "What a Zhu family, how dare you open a brothel here." Zhu Yan shook her head innocently and replied: "Ayan Zong
Even if you have such courage, you can't pass the government's approval. This brothel... Bah! What kind of brothel! This music studio is opened in the name of the sworn brother." Seeing Qu Gao's jaw dropped in shock, Zhu Yan explained:
"A few days ago, in order to rush to make the clothes needed by General Zu Ti, Uncle Chang recruited many women who had fled from the north. Many of them had skills. Ayan felt it was a pity, so he opened this music studio and gave it to them.
There are many ways to survive. However, the errands of the public office are really difficult to deal with, so I had to move out my sworn brother before he was allowed to pass. Don't worry, sworn brother, we are doing serious business when we open the door, and Ayan will protect every girl here. As for
Ayan will not interfere with what you and I wish to do."
Zhong Lijun didn't understand. He scratched his head and said, "Uncle, what my aunt said is so reasonable. Is this a music house or a... brothel? If it's a brothel, I will never come here again."
Qu Gao raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "It's a brothel, so you should come more often. Uncle will find you a suitable girl in a few days, and let you get married and have children early. It will be worthy of brother Zhongli." Zhongli Jun heard this.
Suppressing his smile, his face turned red, he lowered his head and stepped aside without speaking.
"By the way, this band house has a nice location and gorgeous decorations. Where did you get the money?" Qu Gao asked again.
"Last time Uncle Chang delivered goods to General Zu Ti, Ayan advanced one year's expenses to General Zu Ti. For the next year, he will have to work for General Zu Ti in vain." Zhu Yan curled her lips and said helplessly.
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"Okay, Xiao Gao, it's rare for you to come out, let's get down to business." Chang Fuhai said with a sullen face, interrupting their chat.
The four of them sat down, and Qu Gao first asked Chang Fuhai about the whole thing. It turned out that Zhao Che had obtained nearly a thousand kilograms of pig iron from the black market in Xiangyang and wanted to smuggle it out of the city. However, the heavy weight of the carriage aroused the guards' suspicion and they checked that it was pig iron.
When they were waiting for something, they arrested Zhao Che and his party, and are now imprisoned in the government prison.
Smuggling pig iron is a serious crime of treason. This is no joke. Qu Gao knew the seriousness of the matter and did not dare to give a guarantee. After understanding the situation, Qu Gao thought to himself that he should go to see Zhao Che first.
The cell leader knew Qu Gao's identity and did not stop him. When he saw Zhao Che in the dungeon, he had already been punished and had dozens of whip marks crisscrossing his body. At this time, he didn't know whether he was unconscious or sleeping peacefully.
The cell leader opened the door and called out: "Brother Zhao." Zhao Chexu felt that the voice was familiar, his body trembled slightly, he slowly opened his eyes and said happily: "Xiao Gao, why are you here?"
Qu Gao had no intention of reminiscing with him and said bluntly: "I'm here to save you. Tell me the whole story and I'll find a way to save you!"
Zhao Che smiled bitterly and said a little coldly: "I heard that Xiao Gao has become the prefect's son-in-law. Are you really here to save me, or do you want me to confess?"
Qu Gao felt a chill in his heart when he heard this, and the chill suddenly engulfed his whole body. He had never thought that the two of them had experienced life and death, and now they were being suspected like this. When Zhao Che looked away and did not want to say anything more, Qu Gao stood up in a daze.
, he was a little at a loss. After a long while, the prison boss urged him, and Qu Gao came back to his senses. Looking at Zhao Che who was lying on the ground with a cold expression, Qu Gao couldn't bring up any enthusiasm, so he asked coldly.
"Before I think of a way to save you, you'd better keep your mouth shut as you are now."
Returning to Changlefang, he discussed with Chang Fuhai and Zhu Yan how to rescue him. Prison robbery was not feasible, so he had to ask the prefect Zhang You to order the release. But how to get him to give the order? Although Qu Gao was his son-in-law,
But it will definitely not work if you plead for mercy for a felon in pig iron smuggling, and you may even get involved in the crime.
"The only way is to have Zhao Che reveal a master that Zhang You can't afford to offend." Zhu Yan said in a clear voice. After thinking about it, she didn't know such a powerful person, and then looked at Qu Gao again.
The one Zhang Youye couldn't afford to mess with? A person immediately appeared in Qu Gao's mind. That person had his back to him, standing in the sky, high up in the sky but out of reach.
Unconsciously, I arrived at the door of the palace. The door was three feet high, magnificent, with carved beams and painted columns, and the door and walls were spotless. How could it be a human residence? The power of the Wang family is truly unmatched.
After notifying the door, after a long while, the servant rushed back and said to Qu Gao: "Mr. Lang, my young master has important matters to deal with. I have specially asked you to wait for me at the heart of Peach Blossom Lake under Qingxiu Peak tonight. Please be on time."
Keep your promise."
Going down to Peach Blossom Lake under Qingxiu Peak? Why should we make an appointment in that kind of place? Qu Gao was confused and wondered what Wang Shou had planned. He went home, took the white horse, and hurried towards Qingxiu Peak.
Now in mid-April, the peach blossoms are in full bloom. Although the sky is dark, the fragrance in the air is refreshing. When we arrive at Peach Blossom Lake, we see a guard from the royal family in the pavilion by the lake. The guard steps forward to lead the tall horse.
, said: "Mr. Lang, the young master has been waiting on the boat for a long time."
Dozens of steps across the bank, an exquisitely painted boat was tied to the boat. The lights inside the boat were brightly lit, making it very eye-catching on the deep lake. Qu Gao stepped onto the boat, and the guards released the rope and let it drift. Wang Shou was having a drink alone when he saw Qu Gao.
Upon arrival, Yu Yan was instantly happy, and Qing Yin said happily: "We haven't seen you for several months, and Qu Lang's appearance has not diminished. It seems that the wine and sex in the prefecture are not to Qu Lang's appetite."
Qu Gao sat down and said bluntly: "Wang Lang, Gao has something to ask of me." Wang Shou continued: "Don't worry, I also have something to say to Qu Lang." Wang Shou drank a glass of wine by himself and said: "I'm in a hurry. It has been nearly half a year since we first met in Dongshi. During this half year, Qu Lang went north to Nanyang, killing Hulu, Yi Jia Zhai, and Jie Yan. He was surrounded by people from all walks of life and strange women, which really impressed him. "
Qu Gao was secretly shocked that Wang Shou actually knew his experience so clearly, but then he thought that with his power background, it should be easy to get to know someone. After taking a sip of wine, Qu Gao replied: "Wang Lang They are the banished immortals in the Nine Heavens. What do these trivial things mean?"
Wang Shou smiled lightly and said: "The woman beside Qu Lang is already planning for Qu Lang's business. Now Qu Lang's power has just started, and it is not appropriate to cause more trouble at this time."
Are there many troubles? The king is referring to Zhao Che's affairs? Since he has figured out his own situation, Zhao Che's affairs must also be under his control, so his implication is that he does not want to save Zhao Che. thorough?
"To be honest, Qu Lang's friend is now working for Shi Min, the righteous grandson of Shi Hu from the Jiehu tribe, and the pig iron is also obtained by him. Now that the Jin Dynasty is weak and the Hulu are strong, I first know that this friend has been with Qu Lang through life and death, and I also know that Qu Lang has a loyal heart, and Qu Lang should think carefully about whether to save him or not!" Wang Shou's face was solemn, waiting for Qu Gao's answer.
"He is working for Jiehu. If he asks Wang Lang to take action again, it will definitely put the Wang family at risk. Thank you Wang Lang for informing me. I will find another way." Qu Gao thought for a while and replied.
"The Wang family is not afraid of this risk. We just want Qu Lang to think clearly. If we decide to rescue him, our method is more feasible than Qu Lang's. However, I want to use this matter to get a promise from Qu Lang." Wang The head's eyes suddenly condensed and were firmly locked on Qu Gao.
"You are already the proud son of heaven, what else do you need to ask me for?" Qu Gao asked doubtfully.
The boat floated far away from the shore and reached the center of the lake. There was bottomless water in all directions. Wang Shou suddenly smiled: "Perhaps in Qu Lang's eyes, Shou has a superior status and a family that is proud of the world. These are indeed things that ordinary people can't do. However, the general trend of the world is changing rapidly. Qu Lang, a powerless and humble boy, still dares to slap Chen Xuan and draw his sword Shen Yi. But he has never dared to do these actions and cannot do them. made."
When Qu Gao heard this, he only said that Wang Shou wanted him to help solve some personal vendettas that were inconvenient to deal with. He kept in mind the favor of Wang Shou as a gift of the horse, and felt his courtesy, and said cheerfully: "If you have anything to do, Wang Shou, just ask. No matter how hard you go through fire or water, you will definitely achieve it."
The king's eyes suddenly turned cold, and he pulled out a short knife from his waist. Qu Gao was startled when he heard him say in a heavy voice: "I want Qu Lang to swear an oath with me, not to hurt anyone in my Wang family from now on!" "The words were harsh, as if he was a different person. His face was very white, and his deep eyes made Qu Gao frightened in the dark boat. Wang Shou cut his index finger with a short knife and wiped out the blood that oozed out. He put it between his lips, and then slowly pushed the dagger over from the tea table. His eyebrows were raised, with a sly look on his face. Qu Gao was stunned and could not speak for a moment.
"Wang Lang, what do you mean by this? You treat me like this, how can Qu Gao be an ungrateful person?" Qu Gao said anxiously. Seeing the king's unwavering expression, he just said that he didn't believe it and had to make himself swear. He immediately picked up the dagger and swore an oath: "I, Qu Gao, have sworn an oath with the king today to never harm any of the Wang family's children. If I violate it, I will be burned by fire and die badly." After saying this, he cut his fingertips and sealed the blood on his lips. .
Wang Shou breathed a sigh of relief and laughed loudly: "Qu Lang is also afraid sometimes?" Seeing his sudden joke, Qu Gao's face was slightly unhappy. When Wang Shou saw this, he said seriously: "Qu Lang, don't blame me, I don't want to be like this.
Just a few months ago, Immortal Master Ge Hong was traveling through Xiangyang and once said, "There is a Qilin in Xiangyang City who has the destiny of destiny, and he will change the color of the world in the future." At first glance, among the new talents in Xiangyang, Shou Yujun is the most outstanding. I expected that this Qilin will be like this.
I am currently in this painting boat. If I am responsible for my destiny, I will expel the barbarians in the future, restore the Jin Dynasty, and I will do my best to keep the Qulang family safe!"
There was another shock in Qu Gao's mind. He was destined to be Qilin'er? He was from an ordinary background and had mediocre abilities. How could this be blamed on him? On the contrary, Wang Shou had a distinguished family and a reputation far and wide. He was in Xiangyang City at a young age.
His prestige is so high that he has thousands of auras in one body. This destiny must be sent to him no matter what. Moreover, even if this destiny falls on him with his eyes closed, his ambition is the same as that of the king.
The king forced him to swear a blood oath because he was worried that he would bring trouble to the world?
"Wang Lang praised Qu Gao too much, and he didn't believe in Qu Gao too much. The ancestors of the Qu family have guarded Xiangyang for generations, and Gao has done the same. Even if fate chose me, it's possible that Wang Lang thought that Gao would learn to be Ran Min and help Hu
Bully Jin?"
The king shook his head and sighed: "The king and the horse share the world. The world only sees that the power of the Wang family can dominate the government and the opposition, but they don't know how many heroic souls my Wang family has sacrificed to protect this country. Although Hu Nu is prosperous now,
But as long as the Wang family exists, the Southern Dynasty can still be in peace, but if things change, the fortunes and disasters will be unpredictable."
Qu Gao looked at Wang Shou who was a little frustrated, and his heart was complicated and difficult to understand. He only thought that if Wang Shou was like this, he would be carefree, but he didn't expect that he would have to worry about family and country affairs at such a young age.
How can others understand? He closed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "Please rest assured, no matter who this fate is, Qu Gao will not hurt anyone in the Wang family!"