Northern Territory.

Ming army garrison.

In a tent, Hu Fei was sitting on a couch, drinking wine alone, with Chundie waiting on him.

Originally, he should have been supported by the army after coming all the way, and at least he should have prepared a welcome banquet, but the result was completely the opposite.

However, he did not expect this, nor did he care. What's more, the army had just suffered a defeat not long ago, and its morale was still relatively low. It was indeed inappropriate to hold a reception banquet.

Although Xu Da's indifference and aggressiveness irritated him, he had no time to confront Xu Da now. He was here to make contributions, not to compete. It was better to focus on the overall situation.

What's more, given Xu Da's status in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart, it would not be good for him if the dispute was too tense.

But this Northern Expedition is his best opportunity. No matter what, he will improve his status to a higher level after returning to the capital at the end of the Northern Expedition. He is confident that by then, even a respected veteran like Xu Da

, and will never be able to do anything to him again.

"Let Pei Jie come to see me."

Hu Fei raised his head and drank a glass of wine and said calmly.

Chundie agreed and immediately sent people to find Pei Jie.

Soon, Pei Jie came to the camp.

"Master, what are your orders?"

Pei Jie glanced at Hu Fei, who was thinking a little solemnly, and asked slowly.

"Contact Qi Yun immediately to find out the movements of the Beiyuan army and Chunqiu Tang. Since they participated in the Northern Expedition, there must be a place to contact them in the border town."

Hu Fei thought for a moment and said coldly.

"yes."

Pei Jie agreed and immediately led the people in person to quietly leave the station.

Hu Fei sat alone in the tent, looking like he was drinking heavily, until late at night.

The news reached Xu Da's account, and there was inevitably another round of disparagement behind his back.

...

Early the next morning.

Xu Da sent someone to invite Hu Fei and planned to discuss with Hu Fei how to deal with Chunqiu Hall next. After all, Jin Yiwei was more suitable to fight against Chunqiu Hall.

But soon, he learned some news that annoyed him.

"what happened?!"

Xu Da asked in a deep voice as he looked at the subordinate he sent to invite Hu Fei but came back alone.

"General, Duke An Guo is not in the tent, nor in the camp."

The subordinate said with a grimace.

"Where are the people? Where have they gone?!"

"When did you leave?!"

Xu Da was stunned for a moment and asked in confusion.

"He left last night. At that time, Duke An Guo claimed that he wanted to go to the station to check out the terrain. He only had a maid with him and returned as soon as he left, so the guards did not report it."

"But Duke An Guo never came back after he left. Even if I ask the people in Jin Yiwei, they don't know."

The subordinate replied with a grimace.

"Which direction are you going?!"

Xu Da frowned and asked loudly with a stern face.

"It seems to be going in the direction of the Beiyuan army, in the direction of Fanyang City."

The subordinate thought for a moment and replied hurriedly.

"Fanyang City?! He couldn't really bypass the Beiyuan army and enter Fanyang City, right?!"

"You are simply asking for your own death! You dare to break into enemy lines with just a maid!? Do you want your life!?"

When Xu Da heard this, he couldn't help frowning and said with a solemn expression.

Although he and Hu Fei had nothing to do with each other, Hu Fei was a member of the Ming Dynasty after all, and was highly regarded. If something happened in the north, he, the general who conquered the captives, would not be able to escape responsibility.

Moreover, the disagreement between him and Hu Fei was considered a family matter, and Hu Fei could not be allowed to die in the hands of the Beiyuan people!

"General, will anything happen to Mr. An Guo?"

The subordinate swallowed his saliva and asked worriedly.

"Lu Chong, send someone out immediately to investigate. If you have any news about Hu Fei, come and report it immediately!"

Xu Da said loudly with a sullen face.

Lu Chong, who was on the side, hurriedly agreed and immediately sent his spy to leave the station.

At the same time, in the name of looking for the commander, the Jin Yiwei sent out several groups of people one after another, leaving the station and sneaking into the hinterland of the northern border.

...

Northern hinterland.

Fanyang City.

Inn.

In an upper room, Hu Fei stood quietly in front of the window, looking at the merchants and pedestrians coming and going on the street below, without any expression on his face.

Returning to his old place, Hu Fei couldn't help but think of the past events he encountered in Fanyang City last time.

This inn was the same inn he had been to before, but it was no longer what it used to be. Even the innkeeper had changed.

At this moment, the sound of footsteps came, and Chundie slowly opened the door and walked in.

"Master, Feng Ji and Qi Yun are here."

Chundie said in a low voice while bowing respectfully.

Hu Fei nodded and said nothing.

Soon, Chundie brought Feng Ji and Qi Yun into the room.

"I've met the young master!"

"I've seen the commander!"

After the two came in, they immediately stepped forward and bowed respectfully.

Hearing the words, Hu Fei slowly turned around and looked at the two of them, with a faint smile finally showing on his expressionless face.

"Thank you both for your hard work."

Hu Fei looked at the two of them and said sincerely.

If you go deep behind enemy lines, you may lose your life at any time by exposing your identity. After all, undercover work is not that easy.

"The young master was joking. It is an honor to serve Hu Xiang and the young master, and it is also a matter of duty."

Feng Ji raised his hands in fear and said respectfully.

Qi Yun shook his head firmly. From the day he decided to follow Hu Fei, he had made up his mind to serve Hu Fei without any complaints.

"No matter what, I will keep your merits in mind and will not treat you badly."

"By the way, I forgot to tell you that the old man has resigned from his position as prime minister. Now he just walks around at home and grows flowers."

Hu Fei glanced at the two of them and said seriously, then looked at Feng Ji and said with a smile.

After hearing Hu Fei's words, Feng Ji couldn't help but be stunned for a moment, but then he smiled happily.

"Hu Xiang has worked hard for half his life, and it's time for him to enjoy peace and happiness. What's more, the young master is so capable, he must be very pleased."

Feng Ji said with a smile.

"Okay, it's time to get down to business. How about it? Did you find out any useful information?"

Hu Fei smiled, then changed the subject and asked.

"Commander, I have contacted informants from various places and found out that the Beiyuan reinforcements have joined the remnants of various armies and are preparing to launch a counterattack against our Ming army."

"In addition, Chunqiu Hall has a contact point in the border city, which should be not far from the Yuan Army. If I guessed correctly, it should be in Yuning City, not far from Fanyang City!"

"However, the specific location has not been found out yet. After all, there are so many masters in Chunqiu Hall, and I dare not let my brothers follow too closely due to my humble position."

Qi Yun organized his thoughts and said slowly.

"The information that Brother Qi Yun and I got are basically the same, but according to what he said, if the contact point of Chunqiu Hall is in Yuning City, I can go and find out in person. With my identity, it will not arouse suspicion."

As Qi Yun finished speaking, Feng Ji hurriedly spoke.

"good!"

"In this case, Qi Yun will continue to keep an eye on the movements of the Beiyuan army. Once I have dealt with Chunqiu Tang, I will attack the Beiyuan army!"
To be continued...