In the back hall of the Qinzhou Governor's Mansion, the Governor Fang Qingrong was playing with a Hetian jade.
This jade is just like a human being, it cannot be turned into a tool if it is not carved. But how many jade stones are lucky enough to be favored by the best jade craftsmen and can be carved into a tool?
A few days ago, county officials came to report that an army from Gyeonggi Province was escorting a merchant brigade to Qinzhou. It was said that this army was a Shence Army formed under His Majesty's personal order and was to be sent to the Hexi Army.
To serve a great purpose. Use an elite division to escort a group of merchants?
Fang Qingrong narrowed his eyes slightly, rubbed the jade stone, and thought for a moment, a sharp light flashed in his eyes. Could it be related to the Longyou War?
Recently, the prefectures and counties in Longyou have frequently mobilized their troops, and nearly 30% of the grain and grass in the prefectures and counties' treasuries have been shipped to Shanzhou. Is it true that His Majesty really wants to send troops to the west?
A series of questions flashed through his mind, but Fang Qingrong was not agitated. He liked to peel off the cocoons and slowly see through a seemingly confusing event. The pleasure this brought could not be described in words.
It was precisely because of this talent that he, Fang Qingrong, was able to reach the high position of Qinzhou Governor.
"Master, master. There is a military commander waiting outside the gate and asking to see the master. He said he is the Shence Military Academy Lieutenant from Xijing. Please take the time to tell me."
A middle-aged man who looked like a butler walked into the hall and said loudly.
"Oh? Invite him to come to the inner hall quickly." Fang Qingrong's heart sank. She really meant Cao Cao. Cao Cao is here. No matter what, even if he doesn't come, he still has to come to the door. This way he can be considered at ease.
After thinking about it, Fang Qingrong straightened her clothes, picked up a cup of scented tea and sipped it slowly.
After a while, the housekeeper led Li Kuo into the hall, and the strong man following him was undoubtedly Dou Qing.
"I have Li Kuo, the captain of the Zhuque Regiment of the Shence Army, to pay homage to the envoy." Li Kuo raised his hand to Fang Qingrong and gave him a flat salute.
"I can't do it, I can't do it. General Li, please sit down quickly!" Fang Qingrong immediately stood up to greet him, supported Li Kuo and said: "Fang Mou respects the soldiers who guard the country's borders the most on weekdays. General Li achieved his ambition at the age of 16.
Lieutenant Colonel, you really have a bright future!"
Li Kuo couldn't help but look at the middle-aged man in front of him carefully. Governor Fang must be in his forties, with a ruddy complexion and a slight beard under his chin. The white robe makes him look elegant and refined, and he looks like a famous scholar in the Wei and Jin Dynasties.
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Li Kuo, however, did not dare to ask for help, and hurriedly said: "It's all appreciated by the Holy One, how dare Li not to devote himself to the Tang Dynasty? It makes your Lord good at governing. I can hear the people of Qinzhou praising your political achievements."
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Fang Qingrong had heard these complimentary words many times, so he just smiled and said: "General Li came to Fang this time just to praise me, right? If you have anything to say, you might as well just say it."
Seeing how frank he was, Li Kuo was stunned for a moment and then raised his hands and said: "Master Fang is really a wonderful man! To be honest, Li is visiting you this time to ask for something." After a slight pause, Li Kuo continued:
"I was entrusted by Gao Qianqi to escort a caravan to Liangzhou. Thanks to the help of brothers at the post station, the journey was smooth. However, when crossing Diling Mountains, I encountered a group of several hundred horse thieves at night.
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"This is happening!" Fang Qingrong was shocked and shouted loudly. Although Diling belonged to the pass and was not controlled by Longyou, the dignified Shence Army was attacked by a group of horse bandits. If word spread,
Where is the dignity of the imperial court? If Lieutenant Li were to participate in the performance, the imperial court would inevitably accuse him of poor public security. Although it was not a big deal, the year-end evaluation was coming soon, and he did not want to miss his promotion because of these trivial matters.
As if he had noticed his gaffe just now, Fang Qingrong forced out a smile and said, "I wonder if General Li has seen the faces of the gang of thieves or gotten some confessions so that Fang can assist in the investigation."
Li Kuo raised the corner of his mouth and said: "Li is not talented, but he captured more than thirty horse bandits alive. Considering that they were closest to Qinzhou, he tied them up and handed them over to the envoy."
When Fang Qingrong heard this, his heart pounded. He said those words just to make a promise. Diling is not under the jurisdiction of Qinzhou, so he can drag him over if he can. Who would have thought that Captain Li in front of him could actually
Capture the horse thieves alive, so that you can't escape and have to interrogate them. This is a thankless job. Have you ever thought that any blind horse thieves would take the initiative to attack the army? The investigation must be carried out, but to what extent, will it be possible?
Find out who is behind it? Fang Qingrong felt a headache.
"Don't worry, General Li. Although Fang is not talented, he can still interrogate a few small bandits. Leave those horse bandits to me. I will definitely interrogate them strictly and give General Li an answer."
"In this way, your lord, Sir Shijun, will be busy!" Li Kuo smiled slightly and cupped his hand towards Fang Qingrong. "There are still military affairs to be handled in the camp, so Li will take the first step!"
"In such a hurry, Fang still wants to hold a banquet to welcome General Li!" Fang Qingrong said politely, but his eyes showed impatience.
"Master Fang, there is no need to send him off. Li really has something important to do." Li Kuo nodded and was out of the door in the blink of an eye.
"General Li, go slow!" Fang Qingrong responded. Seeing that Li Kuo's figure had disappeared at the entrance of the courtyard, her face darkened and she coldly ordered to the housekeeper beside her:
"Go quickly and invite Mr. Yu!"
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After leaving the governor's office, Li Kuo did not return directly to the camp in the north of the city. After handing over the horse thieves to Fang Qingrong, the matter was not over yet. When they reached Shanggui, they had only covered less than half of the journey. The journey after that was even more difficult and dangerous.
, in order not to be ambushed again by the "horse thieves" with a grudge, Li Kuo decided to go to a nearby escort bureau to hire an escort as a guide to avoid dangerous roads.
After reading the note given to him by Brother Nan, Li Kuo headed towards Dongcheng.
Brother Nan told him that when he arrived in Liangzhou, he went to find a bodyguard named Xue Feng. He opened the Xinke Bodyguard Agency, which was quite famous in the Hexi Corridor. Their bodyguard agency had some connections in both black and white circles, so there were very few people who were robbed.
Things happen. When you go out, safety comes first. With safety guaranteed, even though the commission from Xinke Escort Agency is slightly higher, businessmen are all vying to hire escorts from Xinke Escort Agency.
At present, Li Kuo could not wait until he arrived in Liangzhou to find Xue Feng. Something unexpected happened on the way, and he needed to find a guide immediately. Fortunately, the Xinke Escort Bureau had a great influence. There were branches in various important towns in Longyou, Hexi.
Gucheng is naturally no exception.
Xinke Branch is built in the east of the city and has a large front, so it is not difficult to find.
Li Kuo arrived at the door of the Escort Bureau under Dou Qing's personal guard. Although Li Kuo repeatedly emphasized that Dou Qing did not need to follow every step, Dou Qing did not dare to be careless. The Escort Agency is a mixed place. Although he has been promoted to brigade commander now
, but he also has the responsibility of guarding Li Kuo. He doesn't want Li Kuo to make any mistakes. His personal honor and disgrace are all tied to the young man. Let's share the glory and the disgrace!
After several orders with no results, Li Kuo let Dou Qing go, but it was a bit awkward to be followed everywhere.
"Xinke Escort Agency"
Four large gilt characters were engraved on the ebony plaque. Li Kuo nodded and walked into the hall with square steps.
"Hey, sir, please come in quickly. Do you want to be escorted? Are you escorts or escorts?" (Note 1)
A young man who looked like a valet came up to me with a smile on his face and spoke with a strong Longyou accent.
"I am a friend of your chief bodyguard, Xue Feng. I wonder if I can come into the inner room to talk?" Li Kuo smiled slightly and said cheerfully.
"Ah! Brother Ma, we have a distinguished guest!" The boy was stunned for a moment, then shouted into the ebony screen at the top of his lungs, his face full of surprise.
Note 1: In ancient times, the business of escort bureaus was mainly divided into two categories, namely escort and escort. Escort escort is the escort of people or property transfer. It not only escorts property for private individuals, but also escorts payment and tax money for the official. It also undertakes to escort officials to their posts. Escorting official families back home, escorting merchants to collect payments, etc. Nursing homes are responsible for ensuring the safety of the personnel and property of employers (officials, wealthy people, businesses, luxury homes) and providing security services.
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