Chapter 2 Wu Gou (three times) The next day, Xu Zi got up early, summoned Zhou Xing from the enemy tower, and took him and a few carefully selected soldiers to send Pan Zhanyang north to "How many of you are there?"
He sent Lord Pan to Khitan, and when he passed by Jixian, he handed this letter to the infantry general Ying Yanglang under General Huben Luo Yi, saying that it was an old friend who had something to ask for. After arriving in Khitan, everything was arranged by Master Pan, and everything was done according to his wishes.
The command is yours!"
"The general ordered me to go outside the Great Wall?" Zhou Xing rubbed his eyes vigorously to confirm that he was not dreaming and hadn't closed his eyes all day and night. The expression on his face was very tired, and he really didn't look like he had the energy to go on the road. "I, I'm more
I am willing to protect you in front of the general!"
"This matter is more important than protecting me. When you get to Khitan, you will understand the whole story. There is a large amount of my property there. How to use it and who to take care of. Master Pan will explain it to you after you get there." Xuzi patted the other party.
Shoulder, he spoke earnestly and sincerely, "If this happens, it will be a blessing to the country, so I can rest assured that there must be a safe person there. Try not to delay on the way. I am waiting for your reply in Xingyang!"
Even if there is no delay, it will take half a year. Zhou Xing felt reluctant, but he could not disobey the military order, so he had to put the letter away solemnly. "Then I will go and come back quickly. General, don't forget me when the time comes."
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"Come with me to the tribe to stay for a few days. I guarantee that you won't want to go back to the Central Plains when the time comes. Your general is the richest man. Then the two of us will spend as much money for him as we can. We won't be able to finish it in ten or eight years." Pan Zhanyang saw Zhou
Wake up and be in low spirits, smile and enlighten
Looking back, he suggested to Li Xu: "But your trick may not work. It is said that the married daughter throws away the water. Bi Khan does care about his stepmother and can be a dun, but Princess Yicheng
I have been married to the Turks for seventeen or eight years, marrying my father first and then my son, changing hands back and forth like a woman, I am afraid I only have hatred for the Sui Dynasty!"
This was a delaying strategy devised by Xuzi and him last night. When the late emperor was in power, he married the daughter of the clan to Qimin Khan in the 18th year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign, and she was named Princess Yicheng. After Qimin Khan's death, according to the Turks
Princess Yicheng passed the tradition on to her stepson. The new Khan Shibi Xuzi could not make the court believe Pan Zhanyang's warning, so he had to ask the other party to spend money to bribe the Turkic nobles, find a way to contact Princess Yicheng, and then use Yicheng to influence
Begin the Khan's decision and try to buy preparation time for the Sui Dynasty
"Everything depends on people, and success depends on God. I also know that it is difficult, but this is the only thing I can do at the moment." Li Xu sighed and replied that Yu Wenshiji and Xu Maogong are much better than him in this kind of conspiracy, but that's not the case.
One of the two people was busy fighting for military power for the family, and the other was busy fighting for the bandits. They had no time for him to take care of them, so he, the person who was least good at planning, had to do it.
After pondering for a while, Xuzi added: "I think Her Royal Highness the Princess also needs a foreign aid. Her natal family was smashed, which will not do her status any good!"
"That's right, the battle in the harem is no less dangerous than the battle between the two armies. The stronger the backer behind you, the higher you raise your head in front of men!" Pan Zhanyang has witnessed in recent years how A Yun has gained a foothold in the Feather Wings, so he treats women
The competition for favor and glory between them is very clear. "As long as the Central Plains has the power to compete with the outside world, Princess Yicheng's status will be unbreakable. On the contrary, it will end in a loss for both sides. I can't see how you, a fool, still have so many twists and turns in your belly."
Go around!"
"Okay, hurry up and go and don't delay on the road." Li Xu smiled and punched Pan Zhanyang, then handed him the horse's reins. "If you don't work hard, I will definitely come to the fortress to find you in the future. Your princess."
Your Excellency owes me a favor, I want her to hand you over..."
"Then I'll tell the Khan that you covet the beauty of his concubine!" Pan Zhanyang jumped on his mount, shook the reins vigorously, and a dozen horses spread their hooves quickly, leading his entourage, Zhou Xing and others to run away.
Climbing up the hillside, passing through the willow forest, leaving the city behind
"When people suffer a lot, they will learn to behave better!" Xuzi turned around and pulled the black horse slowly towards the city gate. Zhou Xing was most likely a spy sent by the Wagang Army, but he killed him without any concrete evidence.
He has made the brothers feel cold, and he was promoted by himself. If he gets into trouble, his face will not be shining.
Sending him outside the fortress is equivalent to quietly keeping an eye on the Wagang Army. Waiting for him to rush back from the fortress after completing his mission. It is estimated that the battle around Xingyang has also come to an end. If he wants to inform Xu Dayan again,
It’s no longer possible to save the situation
Thinking of Xu Maogong, Xu Zi suddenly recalled several details of yesterday's battle. In the battle of life and death on the east bank of the canal, Li Mi did not let Xu Dayan follow him. After Li Mi was injured, Cheng Zhijie did not rush to meet him with all his strength.
Various strange phenomena indicate that there is a huge gap between the original soldiers of the Wagang Army and the heroes gathered by Li Mi. If they are properly utilized, unexpected results may be achieved.
While he was thinking about his thoughts, he absent-mindedly returned the salute to the soldiers guarding the city gate. Today, Yuanwucheng has recovered from the panic, so there are traders and day laborers walking with burdens on the road. Some children are playing with stones on the roadside. Several of them are playing with stones on the roadside.
The mother of a brown-haired urchin who was bold enough to even think about touching the dark wind quickly ran forward and raised the beating stick in her hand.
Xuzi didn't pay much attention to all these trivial matters. He was focused on thinking about how to avoid a head-on battle with Big Eye on the battlefield. It was not fear, but he couldn't bear it. "It would be great if Big Eye is willing to abandon the dark side and turn to the bright side. I can guarantee it with my life!"
Deep in his heart, Xuzi thought extravagantly. Then he slapped himself hard, shattering the impossible dream.
"Why did Zhongjian slap himself? Do you regret missing a chance?" Luo Shixin's voice came from the side, with a bit of ridicule.
"I slept late yesterday, so I'm a little sleepy!" Xuzi shook his head and replied with a smile, "Didn't you go and lead the civilians to clean up the battlefield with the county magistrate? Or he still doesn't want to believe that the Wagang Army was defeated."
Thinking of the timid magistrate's actions, the soldiers all showed knowing smiles on their faces, and what Luo Shixin said next made everyone smile even more: "Uncle Bao has arrived, with five thousand infantry soldiers.
Your Excellency, please escort us to the rear of Yangwu's Baggage Hall and come over to join us in the afternoon!"
"Did Master Zhang not encounter the Wagang Army? Or were they completely defeated?" Li Xu cheered up and asked happily.
For Zhang Xutuo to arrive so quickly, it is obvious that there was no major battle with the Wagang Army. Zhou Xing's conjecture should be correct. Xu Maogong was reluctant to let his subordinates risk their lives. Zhang Xutuo also maintained his position even though the situation was unclear.
usual caution
Luo Shixin nodded and gave Xu Zi an affirmative answer, "Sir Zhang Xutuo did not encounter a few bandits from the Wagang Army harassing near Yangwu, but they retreated on their own just as he was about to send his troops to fight. I had planned to do so yesterday."
We rushed here directly, but our messenger delivered the news first, so the troops and horses were repaired in Yangwu City for half the night."
"Shubao was worried that the Wagang army would come back, so he led some brothers to set off at the fourth watch this morning. Just after you sent the guests away from the north gate, he entered the south gate. The county magistrate saw so many soldiers and horses coming, and he was very worried.
Dading took the initiative to take over the job of cleaning the battlefield, saying that we should have a good rest and he would fulfill his responsibility to protect the land." Luo Shixin laughed and introduced the whole process to Xuzi.
"He has changed very quickly!" Thinking of the attitude of the county magistrate Wang Zhicheng last night, who wanted to have the county soldiers break camp immediately, Xuzi cursed with a smile.
"Of course, your quick action has ensured the safety of the county. You also promised to give him a share of the military merits. With this contribution to protecting the country and the people, he will find a way to take care of it. Will he still worry about not being promoted?" Luo Shixin shrugged and asked the officialdom.
It is very disdainful for someone to act according to the wind.
"Isn't this what Mr. Zhang ordered? You can't offend the literati, otherwise once they cause trouble for you, they will be more difficult to deal with than the bandits!" Xuzi also shrugged and explained.
People are carried in sedan chairs, which is a tradition left by Master Zhang Xutuo. With the help of local civil servants, the daily affairs of the county soldiers are much easier to deal with, so they look down upon them. Luo Shixin is not stingy about the credits given by Xu Zi. "
I don't like his eagerness. I'm afraid that you will default on your debt and he won't even inquire about it. If he follows our brother, he won't get any credit in the future?"
"That's true!" Li Xu responded casually, "I guess he doesn't have much contact with Qijun!"
"Don't mention him." Luo Shixin was in an unusually good mood today. He smiled and changed the subject. "There is also a distinguished guest who came to see you with Shu Bao. He is your old friend. I have arranged for him to be your temporary residence. Shu Bao will take people to arrange a meeting."
Food and drinks, let’s celebrate at noon today!”
"My old friend?" Li Xu was stunned and asked.
He had just sent one away in the morning, and he didn't know who else would come one after another. However, Luo Shixin had long been accustomed to Li Xu's friends with strange origins. He nodded and added gloatingly, "Of course, they are thousands of miles away."
You who came all the way, please go into the courtyard and take a look, I guarantee you will be more popular than the one last night!"
While he was talking, his destination had arrived. He stretched out his hand to open the courtyard door and pushed Xuzi in.
The temporary residence arranged by the magistrate had obviously been tidied up very quickly. It looked extraordinary from the inside out. The most obvious thing was that the screen wall directly opposite the door had just been repainted with chalk and was still being painted.
Roll mortar down, and under the three courtyard walls, there are several craftsmen busy filling the gaps. There is a pile of green bricks and green tiles.
Xuzi frowned in surprise and looked back at Luo Shixin, wondering why the other party made such a big move: "Aren't we going to move west immediately? Why are you asking people to do this?"
"You will understand when you go in, I am not doing this for you!" Luo Shixin smiled suddenly and emphasized.
At this moment, the door of the main room opened with a "squeak!" and bright sunlight reflected from the door.
