Hada City is not as tall and thick as Kaiyuan City, but it is obviously more lively than Kaiyuan City. Before entering the city, you can see travelers coming and going from a distance, and some people are driving large areas of cattle and sheep, making it very lively.【】
Seeing a large army coming towards them, the merchants from all ethnic groups were a little frightened. Fortunately, they found out that it was the flag of the Ming army, so they did not have to flee. However, they also drove the cattle and sheep to the roadside early to get out of their way.
the road.
Seeing this scene, Xia Xun was also worried about the commotion that such a large army suddenly appeared outside Hada City, so he proposed to the Young Envoy, Xiao Bingbei and others to enter the city alone with dozens of mounted guards. Several people saw that Hada City was already there
Within sight and within such a short distance, nothing would happen, so they agreed. The four of them led dozens of guards and rushed to Hada City, while the army camped by the roadside and waited.
Hada City is a very simple earthen city. It is estimated that the main purpose of establishing this earthen city is to facilitate herdsmen of all ethnic groups to enter and trade, so it is not majestic. As soon as we arrived at the city, dozens of horsemen were galloping towards us.
The men in Hufu were all strong and strong, carrying swords under their ribs and bows on their shoulders. Xia Xun's bodyguards immediately felt as if they were facing a powerful enemy and were ready to fight.
When those people rushed in front of them and saw their faces, one of them was surprised and lost his voice: "It's you again? Are you a Han general?"
Xia Xun took a closer look and realized that among the barbarian men, a pretty girl dressed in men's clothing was the female city manager he had seen a few days ago. He couldn't help but smile and said: "Haha, I see you again, girl, we
It’s really a fate!”
The girl gave him a big roll of her eyes and said angrily: "Bah, who is destined to be with you?"
Ding Yu laughed angrily and said: "Whose girl are you from? It was just that we neglected the subordinates last time. We went out incognito without showing our identities. It's not surprising that you don't know. This time you are clear.
How dare you be so rude despite your status as a lord?"
The girl said angrily: "Who are you trying to scare with such a loud tone? I've never heard of this kind of thing! This is our Hada City, not your Kaiyuan. Who told you to take it for no reason?
A large group of men and horses came, so that the people in the city did not know the details, and even threatened to start a war!"
Xiao Bingbei said slowly and calmly: "The governor is the governor, and the governor is an official bigger than the capital of Liaodong. He is in charge of all affairs in Liaodong. Do you understand? Little girl, call your Bayi out to greet the master of the department!
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The girl couldn't help but be a little surprised after hearing Xiao Bingbei's words. She blinked her big eyes, Xia Xun seriously, and hesitated: "Governor? Are you Governor Yang?"
Xia Xun said with a charming smile: "It's me!"
The girl looked him up and down again, and without saying a word, she turned her horse and left. The warriors who followed her immediately turned their horses and followed her. Ding Yu shook his head and said, "These barbarian women are so unruly."
Xia Xun heard that Master Bayi and the rich men in Afanti had similar honorific titles, and couldn't help but curiously asked: "Is this Bayi's name Bayi?"
Xiao Bingbei said: "Master Bu Tang has misunderstood. Bayi is their honorific name for the powerful and wealthy people of the clan. The lord of Hada City is called Gurmahun, which means rabbit when translated into Chinese."
Xiao Bingbei only knew this, but did not know why. In fact, the Jurchens did not have the written word at that time, and they also used Mongolian, and Mongolian evolved from the Uighur, so both the Jurchens and the people have many intact Uighurs.
Slang component. Bayi master is an honorific they copied from the Uighur language.
Xia Xun laughed and said, "Why are their names so weird?"
Xiao Bingbei also smiled and said: "Their names are like this. Girls are better. Most of them are named after flowers and plants, while men are named after birds and animals. Last time, they had to sell sheep.
The Jurchen who gave it to the ministry was called Yarha, which means leopard skin in Chinese. They also have some personal names, such as Nurhachi, which means wild boar skin, Shuerhaqi, which means small wild boar skin, Dudu, which means spotted bird, and Kultang.
It means gray crane, and Mafuta means stag..."
Ding Dusi and the young imperial envoy didn't understand these things either. After hearing Xiao Bingbei's explanation, they couldn't help but laugh.
What’s the Chinese meaning of the name?”
But he didn't laugh. It was just a habit of naming people. There was nothing funny about it. The Han people have always said that they would give cheap names to make a living. There were many names for cats and dogs. Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty's nickname was "
"彘", "彘" is a wild boar. Didn't Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty also give him this name? It is really disrespectful to make fun of other people's names.
Xiao Bingbei bought a Jurchen girl from Yalha as a concubine a few days ago. Although this is not a big deal, it would not be a good thing if the governor knew that he was buying and selling people from smugglers.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Xiao Bingbei mentioned casually: "Their women are also named after birds and animals, but they are all small and clever animals. A few days ago, Xiaguan bought a Jurchen woman as his concubine.
This woman’s name is Leng Geli, which means Shuo Shu…”
This time it was Xiao Bingbei's concubine. Ding Dusi and the young imperial minister were embarrassed to laugh, but the expressions on their faces that could not hold back the laughter were really painful.
Xia Xun smiled slightly and said, "Let's go into the city, go shopping, and then meet Mr. Bai!"
At this time, Hada City already knew that bandits were not coming, and the merchants resumed selling and doing business.
What is sold here is not only cattle, sheep, mules and horses, but also all kinds of precious leather goods, as well as various delicacies from the mountains and seas. Sea greens, eagles, and soap carvings are all precious living animals. In addition, there are also mink and fox skins.
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It's everywhere.
Many of the things here were originally rare items, worth more than a hundred gold. Xia Xun got two rare fire fox skins after being bribed by the tribe in Beiping, but here, the best fire fox skins are also placed casually.
, anyone can choose.
When Xia Xun saw the fire fox skin, he suddenly remembered the first time he and Ming'er met: "Wow! It's so beautiful, like a ball of flame."
That ten-year-old little lolita with a voice as crisp as an oriole, wrapped in the scent of green grass, has long curly hair in a cute double bun, ears as small as gold ingots, and fair and moist skin, as if smooth ivory reveals a pinkish glow.
It's bloody and can be broken by blows.
At that time, I thought, this little loli is definitely a beautiful girl, and when she grows up, she will definitely be a beautiful woman with a calamity level. Now, by chance, this calamity has become his wife.
Xia Xun felt sweet in her heart, and suddenly remembered that she almost cried because of a fire fox skin. Well! It was a good thing that we didn't get to know each other without fighting. Otherwise, how could there have been so many entanglements in love and resentment later on?
Xia Xun stared at the fox fur that was as red as flames, thinking about his beautiful wife, and his eyes became more and more gentle. Xiao Bingbei suddenly saw that Xia Xun stopped leaving, and turned around, only to see the Master of the Ministry.
He stared at a beautiful fiery red fox fur infatuatedly, and he immediately understood something. He smiled at Xia Xun and said, "Bu Tang has a good eye! This leather is indeed top quality! I bought it and gave it to Bu Tang.
It’s just a little thought from the lower official!”
After saying that, Xiao Bingbei got off his horse, walked to the stall, pointed at the fiery red fox skin and said, "How much does this skin cost? I want it!"
Shaoyunfeng was one step slower than him, so he curled his lips secretly and muttered: "Flattery!"
Xia Xun jumped off the horse, stopped Xiao Bingbei, and said with a smile: "No, I have to buy this fox fur myself. I have to buy it myself, that's what I want!"
Xiao Bingbei originally refused, but when he heard this, he couldn't insist anymore, so he laughed, stepped aside and said: "In this case, it's hard for me to argue anymore."
Xia Xun picked up the piece of leather. Although the color of the fur was good, it was not hunted in autumn, so the luster and feel were worse. Moreover, the hunter's archery skills were also worse. It was a firefox shot across the belly. Although the scar was not big,
The fox fur tried its best to cover it up, but it wasn't perfect after all. I couldn't help but frown slightly and asked: "Do you have any good fire fox fur? If you want to hunt it in the golden autumn of September, it's best to go through the eyes."
, the entire fox fur has no arrow wounds.”
The Jurchen businessman saw these people dressed up and cheering in front of each other. They were obviously high-ranking officials in the Ming Dynasty army, so he seemed very frightened. However, when business came to his door, he didn't want to let this customer run away, so he nodded and bowed hurriedly.
Authentic: "There are plenty of fine fox skins. How can I be willing to pile them up here? I have a fine fox skin hidden at home. Sir, if you want it, please wait a moment. I will ask my mother-in-law to get it in a while."
Just come back!”
Xia Xun was slightly disappointed after hearing this: "Just one?"
When the merchant heard that the Han official wanted to buy more, he couldn't help being surprised and happy, and said quickly: "It matches the fox skin you mentioned, Lord. I only have one in my hand, but I don't care about the fox skin seller in Hada City."
The merchants are all familiar with me, and I will run errands for you. I just wonder how many do you want, sir?"
Xia Xun thought for a while, and found that Xiaodi and Ziqi both had them, so he said, "I want four of them. All of them are top quality!"
Zuo Dan stood next to Xia Xun. When he heard the four pieces, he couldn't help but feel a little strange. He thought to himself: "If the Duke only buys one piece, it goes without saying that it must be given only to Mrs. Ming. Mrs. Ming is a royal gift from the emperor and the first wife.
Wives are naturally different from others. If you only buy three, it makes sense. One for your legitimate wife, and one for Mrs. Qi and one for Mrs. Fei. But how to divide the two concubines? Who will be given to them and who will not be given to them? Could it be the Duke of the country?
The noble man forgets things a lot, so one of them is missing, right?"
The loyal Zuo Dan immediately reminded: "When the Duke buys fox skins, he must buy one for each of the three ladies. I don't know if the two are like ladies..."
Xia Xun glanced at him and said, "Ziqi and Xiaodi are already here."
Zuo Dan added: "Ah, in this case, it should be three."
Xia Xun glanced at him again and said viciously: "You are the only one who can count!"
Before Zuo Dan could react, he opened his palm and said, "That's right, my lord, this..."
As soon as he pulled off a finger, Xia Xun shouted: "If you don't speak, no one will treat you like a mute. Go away!"
Zuo Dan stepped aside and touched his nose, still wondering: "Why is it four? It should really be three..."
Xia Xun ignored him and turned to ask the businessman: "How do you calculate the price?"
The businessman smiled and said: "Master, here we either trade gold and silver or exchange goods. If we take the treasure notes, we won't have anywhere to spend them..."
Xia Xun was startled after hearing this. Before he could speak, a rough and heroic voice next to him said: "Master Bu Tang wants a few pieces of leather. He can afford us. Who the hell dares to ask for money? Pu Ladu, you
Go door to door and look for me, and bring me all the good fox skins they have at the bottom of the box, and let Master Zhuobutang choose them. Whoever dares to hide his or her secrets will not show up in Hada City from now on!"