Tian Lan showed a hesitant look on his face and said: "The general's proposal is very good. I just don't know what the current situation of the war is."
Tie Xing'an was not suspicious. He said: "We have been at war with Qinglong for more than ten days. During this period, there were three small-scale frontal battles and dozens of secret confrontations. At present, our army has the absolute upper hand. We are determined to win the Huangtu Pass on the opposite side."
Huangtu Pass is the first line of defense fortress in the Qinglong territory. It is far away from Xuesha Pass, the first line of defense in Qiyang. It is less than three hundred miles away. Tianlan and the others are now at Shaying Pass a little behind. They are still some distance from the real battlefield. Not a small distance.
After Tianlan heard this, he started to argue. It seems that the two armies are still in the testing stage at this moment. The main force has not yet arrived. This period is mainly about spying on each other's intelligence and small-scale attacks. In fact, his original intention was to learn more about it. But he knew When they first met Tie Xing'an, it was impossible to tell him too much, so he said, "General Rong Tianlan, please think about it."
Tie Xing'an did not show any eagerness. He said: "Of course. After all, you are a warlock. The danger on the battlefield is not small. The enemy is always accustomed to destroying our warlocks first to avoid large-scale casualties. If you are close, The body is truly unimaginable."
Ye Yi kept silent. Then he said: "General Tie, don't worry. Tianlan's swordsmanship is also very good."
"Oh." Tie Xing'an's eyes lit up.
Tianlan remained calm on the surface. In his heart, he complained about the guy next to him who revealed his true nature with just one mouth. He said: "Tianlan only practices swordsmanship to strengthen his body. He is not a person of elegance."
As soon as he said this, Ye Yi knew that he was being modest. But Tie Xing'an didn't think so. Judging from his thin arms and legs, it was impossible for him to have strong close combat power. Most of them were really used to strengthen his body.
After talking to Tie Xing'an and agreeing to contact him in three days, the two of them left the general's mansion. As soon as they left the mansion, Ye Yi clamored to go see the army's training. Then he went to find the veteran who recommended him that day. Lan couldn't control him. While contemplating his next actions, he wandered around aimlessly.
Not far away, he saw a few people in the corner. He happened to have seen these people before. They were the civil servant Guo Haoze and the princess Xuanyuan Luoyu who had just been driven out by Tie Xing'an, as well as the princess's two personal guards.
Tian Lan sincerely did not want to have too much contact with these people. He was about to walk away when Guo Haoze recognized his clothes and called out: "This little brother, please stay."
Tian Lan was extremely puzzled. Why did Guo Haoze stop him? He was just a casual passerby. He didn't want to cause trouble at all... but he was a high-ranking official anyway. Tian Lan didn't dare to ignore it. He turned around and nodded to Guo Haoze and said, "Master Guo. "
He had never heard of Guo Haoze in Qinglong. He probably only rose to prominence recently, or his official rank was not high enough to catch his eye.
At this time, Xuanyuan Luoyu also saw his face clearly. He immediately recognized the pair of deep black eyes he had just seen. He thought to himself: It's him...
Guo Haoze stepped forward and said: "Little brother, I think you were having a meeting with General Tie just now. I wonder what your relationship is with General Tie."
Tianlan said: "I met General Tie for the first time today. I can't say it has anything to do with it. My companion seems to be appreciated by General Tie. General Tie also extended an invitation to me today to become a member of the army."
Guo Haoze said: "I haven't asked my little brother for his name yet."
He was extremely polite. If Tie Xing'an knew his details from Ye Yi, he would still understand why he was so polite to him. But this Guo Haoze didn't know anything. He was so courteous to a corporal... Could it be that the people in Qiyang are so well-educated? .
That's what he thought. Tianlan said politely: "I'm Tianlan. I just came to Shayingguan the day before yesterday. I'm not familiar with this place. May I ask, sir..." He only knew that the civil servant's surname was Guo. Or he had just heard of Tie. It is called Xing'an.
Guo Haoze chuckled, stroking his half-inch long beard and said: "My surname is Guo and my first name is Haoze. I am just an unknown petty official here. I wonder if my little brother is interested in having a cup of tea with me."
Tian Lan couldn't figure out his intention for a while. He was about to refuse when Xuanyuan Luo Yu said: "Just in time. Uncle Guo, you can come to the prince's house. The backyard of the house is fresh and pleasant. We haven't had a good chat for a long time."
Guo Haoze laughed and said: "How can anyone be willing to refuse the invitation from our most beautiful woman in Qiyang? Little brother, you are right."
Everyone was talking about this, so Tianlan couldn't refuse. After thinking about it carefully, there shouldn't be any danger, so he happily agreed.
The Prince's Mansion is located in the northwest corner of Shaying Pass. The location is relatively remote. The mansion itself is very grand. Compared with other mansions, they suddenly became shorter. Tianlan walked all the way inside, silently remembering everything here. .With Xuanyuan Luoyu leading them, no one dared to be disrespectful to them.
His eyes seemed to be looking around casually, but in his heart he was carefully calculating the overall layout of the place, the open and hidden sentries, the entry and exit routes, and the retreat routes when encountering special situations, etc. These were his almost instinctive reactions and judgments. Every time he came to a place He would always consider these first in novel places, especially such potentially dangerous places.
When they arrived at the backyard, even Tian Lan was a little surprised. This small backyard condensed the small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, and green trees. It can be said to be a typical water town style, which is the architectural style of the capital of Qiyang. However, this is Shayingguan. It is a typical desert. It is difficult to find even a green tree. It is really amazing that such a beautiful garden can be built here.
Seeing the surprise flashing in Tianlan's eyes, Xuanyuan Luoyu explained: "During the survey, my father discovered a natural spring underground here. He promptly bought this wasteland and built this garden. After many years of war, It did not really affect Shaying Pass. Therefore, this garden landscape survived. It is really not easy..."
As she spoke, she showed the emotion unique to a daughter's family. To put it figuratively speaking, she was sad for the spring and sad for the autumn, cherishing the flowers and loving the willows.
Tianlan said: "It's a pity that only a corner of the beautiful scenery is left here. The wilderness has been buried in a sea of corpses. The war has burned away the remaining spring. Thousands of miles of desert set off an inch of land. It's not beauty. It's sadness."
There was something strange in Xuanyuan Luoyu's eyes. She really didn't expect that what Tian Lan said casually was much more profound than what she said. Seeing the beautiful scenery in front of her, all she thought about was that it was not easy to preserve this beautiful scenery. But Tian Lan thought It's the reason for this tiny corner of beauty. In comparison, her opinion is obviously weaker.
Guo Haoze agreed very much with Tian Lan's words and said: "Young brother is indeed one of my generation. What people can get during the war is what they can get. You have been fighting for it for decades. The national borders have been fluctuating every year. Until now, the yellow sand Covering the bones, what can the people get except the thousands of miles of desert in front of them."
Tian Lan's heart moved and he said, "Master Guo seems not to be optimistic about this war."
Guo Haoze shook his head and said: "Guo is a civil servant. How dare he criticize the outcome of the war? It's just that the endless wars over the past decades are heartbreaking and powerless."
Tian Lan said: "Master Guo has a high position and great authority. Why can't he still make suggestions to avoid war?"
Xuanyuan Luoyu led a few people to the small bridge and said: "You don't know something. Although Uncle Guo has a very high reputation, he has made many enemies. Under the pressure of the main war faction, Uncle Guo is now only a third-rank official. Even if he makes suggestions. The effect is also minimal. What's more, the hatred between Qiyang and Qinglong cannot be resolved with just a few suggestions. It's difficult for you to understand the complexity of it."
Tianlan didn't speak. He thought he didn't know anything. But he couldn't say too much. Instead, he had to pretend to be as ignorant as possible, otherwise others would find out.
Guo Haoze said with emotion: "In Guo's life, he is worthy of the world and worthy of the earth. His ambition in life is nothing but to benefit the millions of people in Qiyang. Even if there are thousands of difficulties and obstacles, he will die without regrets."
Tianlan nodded secretly. He could tell that what Guo Haoze said was true. It seemed that this civil servant was indeed an upright and loyal minister as he had guessed. There were not many such loyal ministers. If there were more, Qi Yang would be in trouble.
They had already reached the small pavilion in the center of the bridge. Xuanyuan Luoyu asked Tianlan and Guo Haoze to sit down and said: "Master Tianlan, Uncle Guo and I invite you here today. The main reason is to see your views on this war." opinion."
Tianlan had roughly guessed a thing or two and said: "The princess really thinks highly of me. Tianlan's views on the war will not affect the direction of the war."
Guo Haoze looked gloomy and said: "What you said is true. But for the sake of the common people in the world, even if Guo cannot change the overall situation with his meager efforts, he must try his best."
Xuanyuan Luo Yu said: "I have just said a few words. Luo Yu has already understood what Mr. Tian Lan means. He has a kind heart and strong strength. To be appreciated by General Tie, he must be extremely extraordinary."
"I dare not take it." Tian Lan now fully understood. Tie Xing'an's side was considered the main war faction, while the civil servant Guo Haoze and Princess Xuanyuan Luo Yu were the anti-war faction. The main war faction wanted to win over him, and the anti-war faction naturally wanted to win over him. Let me say a few words. First of all, those who have passed Tie Xing'an's test must not have much problem in terms of strength or background. They can be used with confidence; secondly, even if they fail to win over, they can still be regarded as a group of powerful people. Guo Haoze must have met him. If you are pleasing to the eye, talk about your ideals and be upright, then you will have a very high reputation.
Tianlan's guess is good. However, it is a bit inappropriate to say that the two of them are anti-war factions. Because the policy of the main war was set by Emperor Qiyang and cannot be changed. Guo Haoze and Xuanyuan Luoyu just wanted to reduce casualties under the premise of war. .End it as soon as possible. It is not as powerful as the anti-war force. As for pulling Tianlan to chat, on the one hand, it is because Guo Haoze thinks that he is gentle and well-read poetry and books. Maybe he can agree with his ideals and help a little. On the other hand, the two of them were rejected by Tie Xing'an this time. They felt a little unhappy and wanted to vent their feelings.
It's not surprising to meet someone like Guo Haoze. The only thing that makes Tianlan curious is that this famous and most beautiful woman in Qiyang is also involved in the political power. She is a princess and has a body of gold. She can have whatever she wants. Why should she? Doing such a thankless thing. Her father is obviously the marshal-in-chief of this war, but she seems to be on the opposite side of her father. It's really strange.