Under the clear sky with floating clouds, a pigeon flew over the green mountains and across the blue sky, flying non-stop towards Chang'an.
Among the peaks and ravines, a group of dozens of heroic troops, armed with bows and arrows, leading horses, walked along the gravel and rugged mountain roads. Each of these guards wore daggers on their heads and black hammer armor. Although they were marching in the wild, However, their military appearance was neat and tidy, and they were silent and determined. It seemed that even though there were thousands of troops in front of them, they could not shake their march forward.
The leader seemed to find the armor too heavy, so he only wore an ordinary leather armor and refused to even wear it. Suddenly he saw a pigeon flying over the valley, which aroused greed in his stomach. He turned around and said to the imperial guards: " All the officers and men, while we are marching on foot, why not shoot some mountain goods and bring them with us, it won't waste much time.
After these five miles of difficult-to-walk rocky road, we will reach Lingshan Au, and we can drive away by then. More than ten miles ahead of Lingshan Au, it is called Xianglu Village, and we will rest there. Then we will find a wine shop called Xianglu Village. The shopkeeper has cooked the mountain products, just in time to drink. We can enter the city before dark."
"Here! Lord Yuan, wait a moment." Although the Yingwu army was disdainful, they still stopped and responded. They left more than ten guards on standby to protect Lord Yuan.
The other guards spread out in an orderly manner, holding long bows and carrying quivers on their shoulders, and quickly got into the lush grass and trees. From time to time, you could hear the sounds of forest birds flying in fright, small beasts escaping, and the faint "whoosh" sound. Whoosh" sound.
After a cup of tea, the guards turned back one after another. Everyone was carrying wild pheasants, wild boars, hares and other things in their hands, but no one came back empty-handed.
Lord Yuan beamed with joy and praised repeatedly: "A skilled shooter in front of the palace can pierce the poplar with a hundred steps, and every shot will hit the target. It is indeed well-deserved! It seems that dad sent you to Luoyang, which is a really powerful move."
All the guards forced a smile, tied these wild beasts to their horses, and continued on their way.
After passing Lingshan Col, we saw that the mountains and the river were opening up before us. There was smoke a few miles away, and it was obviously a village.
All the guards were excited, got on their horses and ran towards the place called Xianglu Village.
When we arrived at Xianglu Village, it was still noon. After running all day and night, we were already exhausted. Master Yuan, who was originally rushing in the front, was already staggering and trapped. He was surrounded by the guards, fearing that he would fall off his horse.
The guards were about to find a more respectable wine shop when they saw two rangers, one tall and one short, blocking their way. The tall man had a pair of swords tied around his waist, and the short man carried three spears behind his back. body.
One of the guards suddenly rushed out, drew his sword and shouted: "I am Qin Yanxiao, the commander-in-chief of the Yingwu Army. Who are you looking for? Get out of the way quickly!"
The short man, who was shaped like a winter melon, was about to get angry, but was stopped by a skinny arm of the tall man. He pointed at the blessing and said: "The two of them are the 'Two Heroes of Bazhou'. Dare you ask me from Chang'an?" Mr. Yuan, is he traveling with the general?"
Qin Yanxiao breathed a sigh of relief. He remembered what Prime Minister Yuan had told him before leaving, and imitated the Jianghu Rangers. He clasped his fists and said, "I've heard of the reputation of the 'Bazhou Double Heroes' for a long time. I'm so lucky to see you today! Lord Yuan." Right here, the two heroes can come and pay homage!"
The imperial guards rode their horses and immediately made way for a passage. Two people, one tall and one short, came together. When they saw Master Yuan, who was wearing armor and sleeping, they hurriedly clasped their fists and saluted: "I pay my respects to Master Yuan Zhongwu! The young master is like a dragon or a phoenix among men, and he is extraordinary and handsome, making people admire him."
Yuan Zhongwu cheered up, waved his hands and said, "No courtesy. Let's find a wine shop first and rest for a while."
The tall man among the "Two Heroes of Bazhou" took the initiative and said: "Young Master Yuan and the generals worked hard all the way without stopping. I have booked a wine shop and will take you there now."
When all the guards looked at the tall man turning around and walking away with his swaying back, they couldn't help but feel a chill in their hearts, and goosebumps suddenly spread all over their bodies. The other person, who looked like a short winter melon, jumped three times in one step before jumping.
Barely able to keep up with the tall man's speed.
All the guards looked at each other and shook their heads. They had no choice but to lift the reins and follow the "Bazhou Double Heroes" to the depths of Xianglu Village.
After a stick of incense was burned, all the guards had already sat down in a certain wine shop, occupying all the tables in the wine shop. Five or six people were sitting around, sipping the yellow beans boiled in salt water.
of wine pulp.
The shopkeeper of the wine shop had already accepted the mountain goods from the guards and washed them on the spot beside the wine shop. A faint smell of blood spread, making many of the guards frown.
Yuan Zhongwu was helped into the back hall by the "Two Heroes of Bazhou". Two plump women greeted him enthusiastically, half-hugging and half-supporting the young master Yuan, and rushed into a room filled with exquisite fragrances.
She left the house. Immediately, there was a "bang" sound, and the door was closed. The sound of floating waves soon came out from it.
After a long time, the sounds in the room gradually subsided. The "Two Heroes of Bazhou" took wine glasses, jade cups, and cooked mountain products, knocked on the door, and brought them into the room.
The two women, with their shoulders and backs bare, took it happily and served Mr. Yuan to eat it slowly. They teased him in every possible way, so there is no need to go into details.
All the imperial guards were well fed and their energy was gradually restored. Qin Yanxiao, the commander-in-chief of the Yingwu Army, followed the "Two Heroes of Bazhou" into the back hall, saluted Yuan Zhongwu, who was dressing and girding his belt, and said, "You are here, Prime Minister Yuan."
Order, after we rendezvous with the 'Double Heroes of Bazhou', everything will be at the discretion of Lord Yuan. How should this trip be? Please tell me!"
Only then did Yuan Zhongwu put away his cynical behavior along the way, waved his hands to drive away the two women, and said with a little more dignity on his brows: "General Qin, we have just kept in mind the shape of the mountains and the conditions of the rivers along the way.
Already?"
Qin Yanxiao bowed solemnly and said: "I have remembered it all. The generals already know where it is suitable to deploy defenses and where it is suitable for a surprise attack."
Yuan Zhongwu clasped his hands behind his back and nodded slightly: "This time, Luoyang Gongmen has decided to ambush the Zoroastrian saint at Lingshan'ao. This Xianglu Village is just a place they use to confuse and contain the Zoroastrian believers. I
I know that your heroic soldiers are all good at bows, horses, riding, shooting, and melee combat.
Therefore, on March 15th, you must lead your heroic army to disguise yourself as a ranger, and lie in ambush on the hilltop near Lingshan Au together with the "Bazhou Double Heroes", and besiege but not attack. Wait until Luoyang Gongmen and the Zoroastrian Cult are defeated
When both sides are injured, wait for the opportunity to release arrows. Remember, you only choose the Zoroastrian leader to shoot, but the saint must be captured alive..."
Qin Yanxiao cupped his fists and responded. Then he raised his head and said, "Then what about Master Yuan's safety?"
Yuan Zhongwu Lue pondered and said: "Just leave two good hands to protect me, so that they will not attract attention. Besides, after entering the city tonight, I will only stay in Yingchuan Villa for one night, and I will go to Cui Mansion tomorrow morning."
As for the head of the Cui family, my father has prepared rare treasures and must deliver them as soon as possible to avoid long nights and dreams. Then I will find another reason to stay in the Cui Mansion."
The short man among the "Two Heroes of Bazhou" was impatient by nature. He couldn't hold it back for a moment and opened his mouth and asked: "Master Yuan, just call me 'Two Heroes of Bazhou' to kill some Zoroastrian demons who are like chickens and dogs.
How can you have fun? I’m sorry! Why don’t you name a few bosses, and I will cut off their heads for you!”
Yuan Zhongwu smiled: "You two heroes, don't be impatient! There happened to be one of the Zoroastrian leaders who fought against the two of you in Yingchuan, and later even kidnapped my third brother. My father said that if the two
If the hero can kill this man, he will be rewarded with a hundred taels of gold!"
The tall man suddenly chuckled: "This is easy! That person is just a woman. Last time, there were experts helping her, which made it difficult for the two of us to resist. This time, people from all walks of life surrounded and killed her. She wanted to live.
I’m afraid it won’t be that easy to leave!”
The short man also echoed: "My Yao brother is right! In the Jianghu of the Central Plains, those who can survive the combined attack of my 'Bazhou Double Heroes' cannot exceed five fingers! Mr. Yuan, we have to decide on the gold!"
"
Yuan Zhongwu laughed loudly: "Okay! Okay! Okay! I will stay in Luoyang and wait for the triumphal return of General Qin and the two heroes."
Lushunfang, on the Jiulong Pond. Speckled lotus leaves spread out on the water surface, spreading from the edge of the pond to the middle.
An old painted boat slowly left the shore of the pool. Like a team of elite soldiers cutting through the enemy's formation, it broke through the siege of lotus leaves and sailed towards the sparkling pool.
There is an exquisite double-story wooden building on the boat, and the windows are tightly closed, so you can't see the scene inside. There is only a man dressed as a boatman, standing alone at the stern of the boat, rocking the long oar vigorously.
The boat has a deep draft, and the thick moss on the side of the boat is covered by the water. Only from the long oar that is turned up and down at the stern of the boat, some green clues can be glimpsed.
In the wooden building on the boat, a low but unmistakable male voice echoed in the slightly narrow space: "Tomorrow, there will be another bloody storm outside Luoyang City! Since the Zoroastrian monster committed public outrage in Tongyuan Canal,
, I knew that they would not be able to escape. Although we sneaked into Luoyang to find the sword, it is also a blessing in life to be able to run into such a good show!"
Through the dim light that filtered through the cracks in the window, it was vaguely visible that the person making the noise was tall, with a thick beard and cheeks, and a pair of falcon-like eyes with a cold meaning.
Following his gaze, this narrow cabin was filled with kneeling knights in black corsets. Each knight held a short wooden stick as thick as a finger in his mouth, clasped his fists and raised his head, saying something.
Not sent.
Seeing that the men in black under his command were as silent as a mountain, the man was quite satisfied and continued: "Canglong Qisu, headed by Tian Jiao, will lead a group of people to sneak out of Luoyang City tomorrow and go to the area of Xianglu Village to take a look at the excitement.
If the Zoroastrianism is defeated and more than half of them are killed or injured, you will take action to rescue the Zoroastrianism leaders to help them make a comeback in the future. If the Zoroastrianism is unstoppable and defeats the warriors from all sides, you will take advantage of the situation and kill more people from the public sect and take the opportunity to join the Zoroastrianism.
Give us Weibo Town to open up territory and expand its territory, and lay a hidden trap."
Among the men in black, one person quickly stood up. He saluted the man, followed by a series of complicated gestures, which probably meant: The Lord has an order, and he should do his best. Go through fire and water, and even die without hesitation!
The man added: "Finding the 'Rushui Sword' was the lifelong wish of Emperor Xiongwu of the Yan Kingdom. Now that his soul has returned to Hu Tian, we ministers should uphold his legacy and find this divine sword to comfort Emperor Xiongwu.
Heroic soul, repeat the glory of Great Yan Kingdom!"
The men in black, who were kneeling together, made flames with their hands and raised them above their heads, performing a standard Zoroastrian "Holy Fire Ceremony".
The man pressed his hands down, indicating that everyone would be exempted from the ceremony: "Recently, I got a 'Four Words Prophecy'. According to the prophecy, the 'Water Sword Monument' was sunk into the Ningbi Pool by Emperor Xiongwu. So the rangers from all over the world listened to the news.
Shi Yu ran to the far canal to look for the sword. He failed to find the sword and instead lost his life. How foolish he was!
Therefore, the Xuanwu Qisu, led by Tian Xie, and the White Tiger Qisu, led by Tian Xie, started tonight and sneaked into the Shendu Garden. Even if they searched the Ningbi Pond, they still wanted to find the 'Rushui Sword Monument'
come out!"
Two more men in black stood up and made the same complicated gestures to the man. After saluting, they stepped back again.
The man gradually became excited: "I, the nine-surnamed Hu people, have an unyielding ambition. Although I regard the Emperor of the Sheng Dynasty as the common master of the world, I don't want all the people of the same clan to work for the Han people as cattle and horses, as slaves and servants."
.Now the Zoroastrianism in Central China has long surrendered to the imperial court and become a vassal of the court officials. The second purpose of our trip is to instigate some Zoroastrian leaders to rebel, so as to draw in the Zoroastrian believers and jointly pursue the great cause of the Nine Surnames!
"
Hearing this, all the men in black bowed to the man one after another and made several decisive gestures with their hands, meaning: they are willing to follow the lord and work together for a great cause!
After issuing the secret order, the man laughed heartily: "Now that the prosperous dynasty is in trouble, traitors are causing trouble, and all the vassals and towns are complaining. It is the time for us to change our banner and destroy the old and establish the new! If we can get the 'Rushui Sword' again, heroes from all over the world will surely
Come and help, then there will be no need to worry about things happening! Hahaha!"
After hearing this, all the men in black finally took off the wooden sticks from their mouths and shouted in unison: "Tian Gong is righteous, all people will return to their hearts! Revive the Yan Dynasty, and the world will be settled!"