Chapter 195: The First Victory over the Shankui Tribe
Walking alone on the rugged mountain road, Mao Qi's mood did not fluctuate much. Because the ancient mountain village is only his temporary residence, and he will have to leave sooner or later. If he puts in too much energy, it will become a bond that is difficult to break away. What he just experienced
He was suffering from the pain of separation, and already had a faint fear of separation in his heart.
"Stop!" Before he could finish his words, a spear was pressed against the hollow of Mao Qi's vest.
The coldness coming from his vest startled Mao Qi, and he raised his hands knowingly.
"I know you. You are Uncle Tuba's slave. It's so late, where are you going?" Before Mao Qi could return, the sentry guard spoke first.
Hearing the sentry's words, Mao Qi breathed a sigh of relief, and had more admiration for the sentry's duty. However, he felt a little helpless about his own slow perception.
"Follow Captain Tu's order and come to stand guard with you." Mao Qi calmed down and said calmly.
"Okay then, I will leave this sentry position to you. I will come to take over later." The sentry guard did not doubt Mao Qi, and even arranged a task for Mao Qi impatiently.
After explaining the mission, the sentry turned and left. When Mao Qi turned around, he was no longer visible.
Mao Qi sat down on the spot and looked at the place where the sentry disappeared, with an appreciative smile on his face. The sentry's actions seemed casual and even suspected of being lazy, but when he thought about it carefully, he was very clever.
First of all, he did not give Mao Qi a chance to go down the mountain, which could effectively prevent Mao Qi from informing him; secondly, letting Mao Qi stand guard without giving him a weapon could minimize the threat Mao Qi posed to him; finally, he left the night to Mao Qi,
It can prevent Mao Qi from communicating internally and externally to the greatest extent; the most important thing is to hint to Mao Qi that he does not trust him, thus warning Mao Qi to give up bad thoughts.
"It seems that the ancient mountain tribe is not a piece of mud that cannot be lifted up. I have underestimated it before." He sighed in his heart for a moment. Mao Qi calmed down and entered a state of cultivation.
Not long after, someone brought delicious meat, and while eating, Mao Qi finally had the opportunity to get in touch with this sentry team.
This team has a total of eight members, two hairy hands, two bucklers, and four archers, a very standard Lixian array configuration. What is even more surprising is that these members are not very old, they are probably just adults.
"Hey! I've heard it all. You were sent as a guard by Captain Tu because you opposed the withdrawal of sentries, right?" Mao Qizheng was enjoying the delicious food when one of the team members holding a spear asked
road.
"Yes! I'm sorry, because my proposal has made you have to work hard for another night." Although he is not old, his experience in the Tianwang clan has made Mao Qi understand that no matter how big his backing and credit are, he still has a lot of success in Gushan Village.
Live life with your tail between your legs.
The result of his impulsive actions just now was that he was driven here to stand guard.
"It's hard work, but you are quite smart. My name is Tu Yu, and I am the captain of this team." Tu Yu changed his previous vigilance and took the initiative to get closer to Mao Qi.
In Tuyu's view, this slave, who is about the same age as himself, is quite flexible in mind and relatively easy-going to get along with.
"This can't be considered smart. I'm just afraid of being attacked by the Shankui tribe. No, I'm punished here." Mao Qi smiled awkwardly.
"Isn't it the duty of the sentry to prevent the Shankui from sneak attacks? According to your speculation, the Shankui tribe will come?" Tu Yu grasped the mystery hidden in Mao Qi's words and continued to ask.
"It's possible, the Shankui tribe can easily detect such a big movement." Mao Qi felt very comfortable in the conversation with Tuyu.
"Humph, as long as they dare to come, let them try Uncle Tuba's Lixian Formation." Tuyu said with confidence. A trace of admiration flashed across his immature face.
"If it were at night, the power of the Lixian Formation would probably be weakened." Mao Qi took a big mouthful of meat and said casually.
"At night, right..." Tu Yu obviously realized that what Mao Qi said was right, but still wanted to refute, but couldn't find a reason. "Hmph! In this kind of terrain, if they come at night, they can drink enough without Li Xian Zhen.
A pot.”
A smile appeared on Mao Qi's face and he didn't continue to say anything. But in his heart, he looked at young Tu Yu differently.
After dinner, Tuyu replaced Maoqi from the sentry post. After a brief conversation with Maoqi, Tuyu's view of Maoqi also changed.
Suddenly, there was a noise not far away, and then an excited voice came over. "Shan Kui was beaten back."
"What happened, Uncle Fatty?" Hearing the commotion, Tuyu rushed out quickly and asked eagerly.
"Shankui! The Shankui tribe is here. The sentry below asked me to inform everyone along the way to be careful of enemy sneak attacks. Tuyu, be careful, I have to rush back and tell Captain Tuba the news." The fat uncle who delivered the meal
After finishing his talk in a hurry, he hurried back.
After hearing the reminder from the fat uncle who delivered the meal, Mao Qi didn't say anything. He just looked at Tu Yu silently, waiting to see how he would respond.
"Tu Gou and Tu Xiong, you two stay here. If you find the Shankui tribe, don't fight, just go back and report to Uncle Tu Ba and the others. The rest of you, follow me." Tu Yu left two sword and shield men behind, and took the others with him.
7 people rushed to support.
Mao Qi didn't say anything along the way. Mao Qi also agreed with Tu Yu's approach. The first sentry line has great terrain advantages and is easy to defend but difficult to attack. As long as Shan Kui cannot pass the first line of defense, it will be difficult for Shan Kui to attack Gu Shan.
The tribe poses a real threat; and leaving two people behind can also prevent Shan Kui from sneak attacks from other roads. But the most troublesome thing is not tonight's battle, but how to transport the prey back to the ancient mountain village tomorrow, but Tu Yu seems to
Didn't expect that.
"Shankui tribe!" Tu Da said in surprise. However, Tu Da was not surprised because of the Shankui tribe, but because of Mao Qi's judgment. When he thought of the consequences of removing the sentry, Tu Da felt scared.
In fact, Tu Da dislikes Mao Qi not because of his status as a slave, but because Mao Qi looks young and wants to perform well in everything. Tu Da hates such young people who love to show off.
"Go down with the order and get ready for battle." The village defense reacted quickly and issued the order directly.
When we arrived at the first post, the battle was over. The Shankui tribe retreated down the mountain after losing several people.
After checking the terrain again, Mao Qi became more and more worried.
"Uncle Tubao, how is the situation?" Tuyu asked impatiently as soon as he arrived at the post.
"Don't worry about being driven away." A victory swept away Tubao's nervousness.
"They can run fast!" Tu Yu said with a hint of regret.
"If you don't run, you'll all be doomed. This location is great. As long as you have enough bows and arrows, you won't be afraid even if a hundred people come!" Tubao became more and more excited as he talked.
"Captain, the people from the Shankui tribe have been beaten away, what should we do?" Mao Qi found a gap between the two of them and carefully interjected.
What Mao Qi said was just right. He not only flattered Tu Bao, but also gave Tu Yu enough face.
"Stay and fight alongside Uncle Tubao. If the Shankui tribe dares to come again, I will let them taste the power of my spear." Tuyu said without thinking.
Mao Qi did not continue to ask questions, but just nodded, indicating that he would obey the arrangement. Because Mao Qi knew that before long, Tu Da would definitely send someone to come. And Mao Qi wanted to make suggestions, and his only hope was that Tu Ba would come.
.
"Tuyu, you'd better go back and guard your sentry, they won't be able to pass my test. If they take advantage of the loophole, the responsibility will be huge." Tubao reminded.
"Don't worry, Uncle Tubao. I have made arrangements and the sentry is still there. As soon as they show up, Captain Tu and the others will know immediately." Tu Yu wanted to stay and insisted.
"You little devil, don't cry when Captain Tu takes the blame." Tu Bao warned with a smile. Just when Tu Bao and Tu Yu were about to end their conversation, Tu Ba and his men also rushed over.
"How is the situation?" Tubal asked hurriedly as soon as he arrived.
"Victory! Captain Tuba, you are so clever. As long as you hold this pass, they can't get up no matter how many people there are." Seeing that Tuba led people to support him, Tubao became more courageous.
"Everyone, please go back to the sentry posts to prevent them from coming back." Tuba nodded. At this time, what he was most anxious about was asking Mao Qi for advice.
"Mao Qi, Tu Da just went too far. I hope you won't take it to heart. What do you think we should do next?" After the arrangement was completed, Tu Ba couldn't wait to ask Mao Qi.
"We have to transport the prey back to the ancient mountain village as soon as possible. It's best to do it tonight." Mao Qi said straight to the point.
"Tonight, it is not convenient to move at night, and the Shankui tribe is at the bottom of the mountain. If they come after us, it will be over." Tuba said with a questioning tone.
"After tonight, I'm afraid it will be difficult to take away all the prey. The sneak attack failed, and the Shankui tribe had no choice but to wait for dawn. Once dawn, there would be no chance to leave. Even if they couldn't attack
Come up, let's not even think about going down the mountain, especially if we bring prey with us." Mao Qi hit the nail on the head and told Tu Ba how powerful he was.
"But when we go down the mountain at night, what if we are ambushed?" Tuba asked worriedly.
"Then abandon the prey and retreat to the mountain." Mao Qi said decisively.
"Wouldn't it be a pity to lose the prey that we worked so hard to catch?" Tuba said reluctantly. These prey are the hope of his wife, children and the entire village. To a certain extent, they are more important than his own life. It is not a last resort.
, will never give up.
"Tuba, we don't have much time. The sooner we act, the greater the chance of success. If you believe me, seize the time and act." Seeing that Tuba was still confused, Maoqi became anxious. Now every minute of delay,
Lose less opportunities.
"I believe it! Uncle Tuba, I think what he said makes sense." Tuyu suddenly jumped out and looked at Mao Qi with surprised eyes and said.
For a moment, I was full of admiration and envy for Mao Qi.
"Okay! Then how should we act?" Tu Ba was disturbed by Tu Yu, and he didn't pay attention at all, so he opened his mouth and said. At the same time, he felt that he was so flattered that he almost forgot that the ancient mountain tribe could achieve the gains and changes it has made today.
, it is all the credit of Mao Qi, but now I am questioning Mao Qi, feeling that I have indeed gone too far.
"Tuba, you hand over all the people here to Tubao so that they don't have to hide and speak louder. We have to hurry up. As for how to act, I will explain to you in detail on the way." Since Tuyu discovered it and
Mao Qi simply stopped covering up the secret between Tu Ba and directly gave Tu Ba a move in front of Tu Yu.
"I want to go back with you too." At this time, Tu Yu was completely stunned by Mao Qi's words and deeds. He had no enthusiasm for killing the enemy and was only willing to continue to follow Mao Qi and learn something useful from him.
something.
"Tuyu, I hope you can keep this secret." Seeing Tuba go to arrange it, Maoqi said to Tuyu.
"You! Don't worry! I will do it." Tu Yu patted his chest and quickly promised.
Mao Qi asked Tuba to remove the sentries along the road and gather the remaining teams. Lead the way with the Xuanwu Formation and cover with the Lixian Formation, and let the hunting team bring back all the prey from the cliff path.??