Wangyuan City was not destined to be a prosperous city, but Chu Qing never expected that the city would be so dilapidated.
Within the majestic city walls, as far as the eye can see, it is a scene of depression.
There are many people, common people and military relatives coming and going, even at night, people are still coming and going, but the buildings are mostly short houses, connected together, without any order, and chaotic, like a village in the city.
There are shops, but these shops do not "sell", but "collect" furs, livestock and other items.
There are also restaurants and inns. The lights in the lanterns flicker on and off, and the two-story buildings are crowded.
There are many relatives of the soldiers in Wangyuan City. Who would do business here for the poor people of the frontier army? Many shops are opened by the relatives of the frontier army.
The horse was led by Wang Tongtong, while Chu Qing clasped his hands behind his back and looked around.
It's true that there was a loud roar of people, but most of the loud voices were scoldings.
Xiao Yi told him before that there are everything Wangyuan City should have, and there are also things it doesn't have.
Yes, both.
As far as the entertainment industry is concerned, there are brothels and gambling stalls that are opened together, which directly monopolizes the industry in Wangyuan City. There is one brothel and one gambling stall.
There were two fat old ladies standing on the second floor of the brothel. They were probably old madams. They were dressed in fancy clothes. They were probably prostitutes. They were quite old. With their looks and figure, they were able to work in the industry. They probably spent money and went through the back door.
The gambling stalls were also on the street, with curtains hung up, and they were the most noisy, making it difficult to see what was going on inside.
When Chu Qing came outside the brothel, he was shocked. He saw the plaque, which only had two words, which were quite straightforward - brothel. It didn't even have a name. It was simple, direct and rude.
Seeing Chu Qing looking over, the fat black lady above her head waved a handkerchief like a rag and shouted at the top of her voice: "That pretty boy, yes, it's you, don't just look at it, come on, come up and offer me two
It's quick, it's quick, it's cheap, and I guarantee you won't suffer a loss."
Chu Qing had a disgusted look on his face, and Tian Hailong turned around with a look that couldn't be called contempt or something.
"Master Chu, do you like this romantic place?"
Chu Qing laughed dryly and looked up at the two black old women. He couldn't connect the word "Feng Yue" with the two aunts above him.
"Wangyuan City, it is not an exaggeration to say it is a military city. If Mr. Chu wants a woman, he has come to the wrong place."
When he said this, Tian Hailong felt a bit repulsive, as if he was repelled by the arrival of Chu Qing and his party.
When he first arrived, Chu Qing didn't say much. He had expected this situation.
When he first arrived in Jinge Town, Xue Kui was also very repulsive to him, but he didn't show it on his face like Tian Hailong, but hid it in his heart.
Seeing that Chu Qing remained silent, Tian Hailong added, "I heard that Mr. Chu killed Sun Zhou and Qiu Zhi in Tongcheng?"
"Well, if you have nothing to do, you have nothing to do. Just kill it."
A strange expression flashed across Tian Hailong's face: "I wonder if the imperial court, no, I should ask Lord Chu, has left manpower in Tongcheng?"
"No, what's wrong?"
"No manpower left?" Tian Hailong's face darkened: "Who will be in charge of the army's food and grass management in the future?"
"If you retain people, you should still be greedy. If you don't retain people, no one will dare to be greedy. This is right."
Tian Hailong glanced sideways at Chu Qing, with a trace of contempt flashing across his face.
This trace of contempt was noticed by Changxian beside Chu Qing.
Chang Laoer suddenly became unhappy and frowned. Just as he was about to speak, Fusan shook his head at him.
Now that the third brother has evolved to the point where he can help Chu Qing educate Changxian, he whispered: "The young master once said that you should be a grandson first and then a master, put on socks first and then shoes, put on shoes first and then put on socks, that's not Socks are shoe covers."
Changxian didn’t know why: “What are shoe covers?”
Fu San didn't understand what shoe covers were, but instinctively and completely subconsciously, he looked back at Tao Shaozhang behind him.
Changxian followed Fusan's gaze and showed an expression of sudden realization.
Tao Shaozhang blinked: "What are you looking at me doing?"
No one paid any attention to him, as they thought talking to him was worthless.
Wangyuan City is indeed a military city. There is no Zhizhou Prefecture, only the Marshal's Mansion and the Marshal's Mansion.
The Marshal's Mansion is very similar to the Jingzhao Mansion in central Beijing. It has a large main hall, blocked by a horse outside, and behind the main hall are a courtyard and several prison cells.
Next to it is Xuanyuan Pavilion. Xuanyuan Pavilion is called a pavilion and is also a courtyard. However, the front is a small building. It must have not been repaired for many years and looks crumbling. The two-story small building is like a watchtower. After passing through it, there is a courtyard. It's like a small government office.
Tian Hailong said with a businesslike look: "I know that Lord Chu will bring many followers, and there are three courtyards around Xuanyuan Hall where your followers can stay."
Why does Chu Qing feel uncomfortable hearing this? What does it mean to know that I will bring many followers?
Looking at Tian Hailong's expressionless profile, Chu Qing was sure that this guy was not displeased with him, but... very displeased with him.
Chu Qing still didn't take it seriously. Was it a frontier army? If he came up and greeted him with greetings, hugs, hugs, and searches, it would make him feel that he didn't feel like a frontier army.
Chu Qing, who didn't take it seriously at first, was stunned as soon as he crossed the threshold. This time, he had to take it seriously.
Because when you enter the courtyard, you can see the main hall. In the main hall, there are several long tables and benches. It is obviously a banquet for people, that is, a banquet for Chu Qing.
The problem is, there are only a few plates of pickles, a wine cup, and a wine flask on the table.
There is a rule for everything. If there is no wine bottle, Chu Qing can understand that the wine has not been served yet.
With the wine flask, it means that everyone only drinks so much, one lick for each person. No, it is not enough for more than fifty people to lick for one person. Just smell it.
Quickly walking to the main hall, Chu Qing's face darkened.
Yes, it was unjustifiable to entertain him, Chu Qing, in the Xuanyuan Pavilion where he was staying, because from now on, he was the owner of the Xuanyuan Pavilion, and there was no such thing as going to someone else's house to entertain the host.
This is one of them. The second one is a wine cup. There is wine in the wine cup, which proves Chu Qing's guess. One person takes a sip.
Forget it, the pickles are dark, and there are three naan pancakes next to them.
Three cakes per person, a plate of dark pickles, and a wine cup, that's all.
Chu Qing raised his head and looked at the main seat.
On the main table, there was no food or wine, but a pair of official boots.
Tian Hailong's face was expressionless: "Master Chu Haihan, Marshal Ma will be patrolling the camp these days and cannot come in person."
There was a clang, the sword was unsheathed, and Nangong Ping narrowed his eyes.
"How dare you humiliate your mentor!"
Fu San, who was already standing behind Tian Hailong and took out his short sword, shook his head, feeling that Nangong Ping was still a bit behind the times and wanted to kill people, so why did he make such a big fuss?
To say that Chu Qing is not angry is definitely a lie. Just now Tian Hailong said that Ma Rujing waited for a long time, but in the end he didn't "wait" at all. That's okay. There is still a pair of official boots, so you might as well put a helmet on. , what does the pair of broken shoes mean?
Seeing that his eldest brother-in-law was humiliated, Tao Shaozhang was not angry today. Instead, he walked up to the throne, hei-tui, and spat on his official boots.
After thinking about it, Tao Shaozhang heaved again and vomited into another official's boot.
Carrying his boots, Tao Shaozhang came to Tian Hailong with a smile.
"No wonder many courtiers in Beijing think that the border commander should be replaced. Ma Rujing is old and has a bad memory. He even forgot to wear his boots when he went out. Why don't you go and give your commander some boots?
Send him here, a handsome man, he doesn't even wear boots, how can he be decent?"
Chu Qing was quite surprised. This person who has read books does not use curse words when swearing. This is much more disgusting than your handsome man who has Alzheimer's disease.
Tian Hailong's expression was gloomy and uncertain, and Tao Shaozhang spoke slowly again: "Forgetting the boots is a small matter. I'm afraid that in the future he will forget where he left his head."
"How fucking dare you..."
Before he finished speaking, the Qianji in Fu San's hand was already pressed against Tian Hailong's throat.
This time it was Tao Shaozhang's turn to be surprised. He was very touched and felt warm in his heart. His eldest brother-in-law's guard actually stood up for him. He was indeed a family member.
Fu San certainly did not stand up for Tao Shaozhang.
Tian Hailong scolding Tao Shaozhang's mother is equivalent to scolding his young master's old mother-in-law.
Xiao Yi, who had been walking behind, looked shocked: "Sir, don't be impulsive."
Tian Hailong turned his head slightly, first shocked, and then full of hatred: "It turns out it's you, the bastard traitor!"
Xiao Yi looked at Chu Qing: "Sir, it's okay to be impulsive occasionally."