Chapter 37 Dangerous to the Five Lakes and Dangerous to the Three Rivers
"Tiger!"
After Xia Houxuan sealed the large hole in Yu Huan's left arm, he made a prompt decision and quickly pulled out the red short arrow. At this moment, Yu Huan did not know whether it was due to excessive pain or because the arrow was poisonous, and he fell into a coma.
"Axuan, you just said that the one in the tiger is the Xuanji Fire Crossbow!?"
Cao Xi was a little unbelievable at the moment. He had heard about the mysterious fire crossbow. When he was a child, he and his eldest brother pestered his father to tell stories, but his father had always only read military books and strategies. How could he know any ancient stories?
However, he and his eldest brother kept getting entangled, and his father reluctantly told some past stories about his military campaigns in various places.
Among the past events his father told, he once mentioned the mysterious fire crossbow mentioned by Xia Houxuan.
The mysterious fire crossbow symbolizes the fire virtue of the Han Dynasty.
The Xuanji Sect is a sect that suddenly emerged in the Bashu, Sichuan, and Sichuan provinces over the years. Together with Marquis Lingyang of Mobei and Beihai, who founded the sect with his own strength, and the 'Qizuo Horse Farm' founded by the Ma family in Xiliang outside the Pass, Jiangdong
The three emerging sects of the Lu family, the "Yunzhong Sect", are equally famous. In the martial arts world, the origin of a sect has always been emphasized. Often, the older the sect, the more profound and unpredictable martial arts it inherits. For example, the Jiangnan Wuyue School
The local "Yue Nu Sword" was once popular in the Central Plains, but now it has been transformed into the imperial family of the Wei Dynasty learning Cao Xia's swordsmanship, which was passed down from Wang Yue and Shi A's sword sect.
On the other hand, the emerging sects in the south, north, east, and west, including Xuanji, Lingyang, Yunzhong, and Qizuo, suddenly emerged in the past few decades or even ten years.
The reason for this is quite simple. The reason why a sect can rise rapidly is either because someone with extraordinary talents suddenly appears in the sect, such as the Lingyang Marquis of Beihai. Or, it is because of the strong support of the imperial court or a separatist force.
Cultivation and support are just like the Yunzhongmen in the south of the Yangtze River, which was founded by Lu Yi, the governor of the east of the Yangtze River. Another example is the 'Qijuo Horse Farm' in Xiliang, which was also founded by Ma Teng and his son who occupied Xiliang in the early years.
These sects all have one thing in common, that is, there is no shortage of resources.
The Xuanji Sect was carefully cultivated by Liu Xuande, the Lord of Bashu, and Zhuge Kongming, the Prime Minister of Shu. It was called a sect, but this Xuanji Sect was more like an unorganized court organization.
And a sect must have its own special skills.
The Xuanji Sect relies on two techniques to protect its gate.
One of them is Gu Yingfa, a two-handed sword technique taught by Liu Xuande himself.
The second is the crossbow arrow carefully developed by Zhuge Kongming-Xuanji Fire Crossbow.
And today, on the streets of Xuchang, the person who suddenly attacked and assassinated happened to be using double swords and a fire crossbow.
It's just that although the man's two-handed swordsmanship is extremely superb, enough to compete with himself, Ah Xuan, and Tiger Tiger for a while, his crossbow technique is obviously a beginner's. The rocket fired as a hidden weapon was actually fired by Tiger, a child.
Arrive first and shoot down two.
But then again, the Yu family's swordsmanship is really dexterous and practical. The tiger's two moves, "Shark Crying in the South China Sea" and "Ten Thousand Miles of Whale" just now, although they look ordinary, they can defeat the fire arrows.
"Yes, it's the mysterious fire arrow!"
Xia Houxuan, who had always been calm and calm, frowned in a rare way at this moment.
"If this is the case, the opponent we will face may be more terrifying than previously imagined."
Cao Xi had a look of bitterness and hatred on his face. It was obvious that he felt unprecedented pressure because of this incident. Although he could be regarded as Zhilan Yushu among the Cao family's children, compared to Xia Houxuan, who had been regarded as the eldest son since he was a child and was trained by the next head of the family. In comparison, he is still out of reach.
"Since it is a mysterious fire arrow, we don't need to worry. The Shu captives have always claimed to be orthodox to the Han Dynasty, and Zhuge Kongming is also an outstanding person. Naturally, he will not let the sect representing the imperial court use such a despicable method as poisoning. Having said that, , the tiger's injuries are not serious, let's go back to the Yamen quickly and treat the tiger's injuries."
Xia Houxuan frowned slightly, picked up Yu Huan, and headed towards the government office.
Although Xia Houxuan was in danger, Zhuge Dan, Guan Qiujian and others had also completed the task of teaching nursery rhymes, so the group returned to Xuchang County Yamen.
After Xu Changchang asked about the reason, he broke out in a cold sweat even though he was experienced and shrewd.
You must know that any sect in the world who invades the palace is not easy to mess with. Many local officials lost their lives because they offended these dissolute knights, let alone a well-known big man like Xuanji who was supported by the enemy. sect.
It seems that Xu County is in trouble.
"There is no need to panic, Marquis Baili. This matter is easy to handle, but there may be some risks."
Xia Houxuan sat in front of the case, took a sip from his tea cup, his eyes were as bright as fire, and he smiled and said to Xuchang:
"From Xuan's point of view, since these Shu rogues are able to cause trouble in Duxu County, our country in the Wei Dynasty, it can be seen that they have established a new nest in the hinterland of our country in the Central Plains of the Wei Dynasty!"
When Xuchang Chang heard this, the cold sweat that had already fallen down broke out again. He was shocked and looked at Xiahou Xuandao in horror: "Master Xiahou, in your opinion, how should this county deal with itself?!"
"Marquis Baili, as a stratagem, I suggest that you immediately write to the governor and governor of the state to inform them of the situation, and then send troops from the east of Xuchang, Changping, Chen County, Qiao County, Liang State, and Pei County to The county immediately began to investigate the sects that have emerged in recent years. Maybe its headquarters is located among these sects, which is unknown."
After hearing Xia Houxuan's words, Xu Changchang seemed to still have concerns. He frowned and asked:
"However, Mr. Xiahou, the government and the rivers and lakes have always been in harmony with each other. Unless these rivers and lakes knights really violate the laws of the Wei Dynasty, it is convenient to investigate them. But now, if they are rashly asked to be investigated by counties and counties, I am afraid that they will be investigated. Something is wrong.”
"Marquis Baili's words make sense." Xiahou Xuan smiled apologetically. Sure enough, he was still new to the world, and his thoughts were inevitably a little incomplete. After thinking about it for a moment, he immediately smiled and said: "Marquis Baili, although it is inconvenient for the government to directly intervene in the affairs of the Jianghu. , However, under heavy rewards, there must be brave men. If the government posts a list to encourage the Jianghu sects to eliminate harm for the people and carry out a merger of Jianghus in the name of doing justice for heaven, the mysterious sects can be found out. We can also deal with the long-standing abuses caused by the knight-errants who have repeatedly used force to violate the ban for many years, and cut out some cancers among the people in the world.
After Xu Changchang heard Xiahou Xuan's words, he immediately frowned and showed an admiring smile: "This county would like to thank Mr. Write a letter to the envoy of Yuzhou and ask him to issue orders to all counties and counties to handle this matter."
"One more thing, I hope Marquis Baili won't be negligent." Xia Houxuan thought carefully for a while, and then said: "The fights between Jianghu people are often reckless and without regard for the consequences. What's more, this time it is encouraged by the government, so they may not be able to point them out.
How many people will we take the opportunity to kill? Therefore, we must let each state government explain when promulgating the list that there is no need to kill or injure anyone. If there are any offenders, they will be dealt with according to the laws of the Wei Dynasty."
Xuchang smiled knowingly, bowed his head and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Xiahou, I understand."
After sending away Xia Houxuan, Cao Xi, Sima Zhao and other young masters, Xu Changchang immediately wrote a letter in person, and ordered the yamen's swordsman and penman who was good at calligraphy to copy dozens of copies. He sent messengers to the capital of Yuzhou and Yanzhou respectively.
Went to the prefecture, as well as to various neighboring counties.
Unconsciously, half a month has passed. After understanding the situation, various prefectures, counties and counties immediately distributed relevant papers. Upon hearing this, all the martial arts sects were overjoyed. This was a great opportunity given to them by the imperial court.
Sure enough, as Xia Houxuan expected, when various prefectures, counties and counties first started to implement this policy, some bold sects ignored the ban and massacred some small sects privately. Naturally, they were severely sanctioned by the government. After all, the government had spoken first, so various sects
Instead of daring to cause trouble, the sects began to abide by the law one by one. Therefore, with the overt and covert help of various prefectures and counties, within half a month, the merger of various rivers and lakes in Yanzhou, Yuzhou, was basically completed.
At the same time, the most suspicious gang gradually surfaced.
In order to prevent people from the Xuanji Sect from escaping quietly, Xia Houxuan ordered all counties to strictly check the people coming in and out, and even prohibited the rangers from leaving the county again.
"It seems that the Xuanji Sect is installed in the secret sentry branch of our Da Wei Dynasty, either in the Huolongmen in Wuping County, Chen County, or in the Mingnan Gang in Yu County, Liang Guo."
Xia Houxuan and Gao Xun, who is good at prison investigation, carefully analyzed the files on Jianghu mergers in various counties and came to such a conclusion.
"In this case, without further delay, we will set off immediately to find out. If it is indeed a Shu captive, then we will destroy it!"
Sima Zhao had a ruthless look on his face and said decisively.
"What Brother Zhao said is true." Xia Houxuan did not refute Sima Zhao's suggestion this time. He nodded, thought for a moment, and continued: "In order to avoid delays, we might as well go forward separately and destroy the thief's nest in one fell swoop.
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"This county is willing to send county soldiers to help you!" Chang Chang thought for a moment and donated generously. He actually planned to send out all the county soldiers regardless of the security of the county.
"Marquis Baili, there is no need to be like this. If we send county troops, it will be easy to scare the enemy. It is better for us to disguise ourselves and go west quietly, which will make things easier. Moreover, Xuchang is the capital of the Wei Dynasty, so we can't make any mistakes."
Xia Houxuan politely declined Xu Changchang's kindness. He was telling the truth. After thinking about it for a moment, Xu Changchang could only nod his head and stop insisting.
"Axuan, we all obey your arrangements." Cao Xi looked at Xia Houxuan with trust.
"Okay, in that case, let's divide the troops into two groups without further delay."
Xia Houxuan pointed at the map and arranged: "Brother Guanqiu, you lead Gao Xun, Wei Lie, and six school officials to Mingnan Gang, Yu County, Liang State. Brother Zhuge, Xi, and Zhao, I and I will lead four school officials.
Let’s go to Huolongmen, Wuping County, Chen County.”
"Wei!" the six young men responded in unison.
"Marquis Baili, please help me and take good care of Marquis Yishouting."
"I am determined to live up to my destiny!" Xu Chang bowed deeply towards Xia Houxuan.
