The wind and clouds gathered together, and soon the sky above the Phoenix Tower was covered with dark clouds. The cold wind from the north crossed the Yongjiang River, carrying the cold and wet moisture of the river and swept in silently, making people feel a biting coldness.
A bouquet of newly bloomed winter jasmine trembled in the cold wind, as if regretting that it came too early. The golden petals finally lost in the fight against the cold wind. Fallen flowers flew everywhere, and some of them flew to Hu Xiaotian.
He took the reins from Xiong Tianba, got on his horse, and was about to leave Phoenix Terrace when he saw a group of people coming in this direction from the distance.
Hu Xiaotian originally thought that Wenbo had gone away and returned, but when he took a closer look, he saw that the man at the head was actually Zhao Wusheng.
Hu Xiaotian reined in the horse, made Xiao Hui stop, and looked at Zhao Wusheng with a smile.
Zhao Wusheng came closer and reined in the horse suddenly. The horse rushed forward a few steps before stopping. He cupped his fists towards Hu Xiaotian and said, "Eunuch Hu, you are indeed here!"
Hu Xiaotian said: "General Zhao, do you have something to do with me?"
Zhao Wusheng said: "The boat to escort the princess across the river has been prepared. We can send the princess's belongings in advance tonight. I heard from General Wen that Mr. Hu is responsible for all logistical affairs, so I came here specifically to see Mr. Hu.
discuss."
Hu Xiaotian said: "Don't we just cross the river tomorrow?"
Zhao Wusheng smiled and said: "Ship the accompanying items in advance to save yourself from being in a hurry when you get there."
Hu Xiaotian said: "How does General Zhao want to arrange it?"
Zhao Wusheng said: "Why don't you find a place to sit down, and I will explain it to Mr. Hu in detail."
Hu Xiaotian looked around. He was not familiar with Cangmu City and was about to ask Xiong Tianba. Zhao Wusheng said again: "I have asked people to prepare some wine and food in Fengming Pavilion ahead. If Mr. Hu doesn't mind it, let's go and have a few drinks."
, let’s chat for a few words.”
Hu Xiaotian was full of curiosity about Zhao Wusheng. When they first met, Zhao Wusheng had already hinted to him that this person was most likely Ji Feihua's internal agent here, and he was probably here to cooperate with him in getting rid of Wen Boyuan. Hu Xiaotian decided to follow him
Let's have a good talk and find out his truth.
Food and wine had already been prepared in Fengming Pavilion. Hu Xiaotian followed Zhao Wusheng to Fengming Pavilion. The two of them asked all their men to retreat.
Zhao Wusheng picked up the wine pot and filled the wine glasses in front of the two of them, and said with a smile: "It's a great honor to meet Mr. Hu. It's our first time drinking wine, so we drank this."
Hu Xiaotian was very happy. He picked up the wine glass and drank it in one gulp. He smacked his lips and said, "This wine is so strong!"
Zhao Wusheng said: "It is bitterly cold in northern Xinjiang. Strong wine can warm you up, but this wine is definitely not as good as the jade liquid and nectar in the palace. Please forgive me, Mr. Hu."
Hu Xiaotian asked: "Has General Zhao ever been to the capital?"
"I've been there. It was three years ago. At that time, I had a drink with my respected father, Mr. Hu."
"Oh?" Hu Xiaotian said in surprise.
Zhao Wusheng chuckled and said: "It's just that at that time I was just an inconspicuous border soldier, so I was not qualified to drink with Mr. Hu."
Hu Xiaotian secretly thought that three years ago, when his father was gaining power, Zhao Wusheng was just Zhao Dengyun's nephew. He thought that he should have followed his uncle when he came to drink with his father. Hu Xiaotian said: "Then I will do three things with you on my father's behalf."
cup."
Zhao Wusheng smiled and said: "I don't dare to take it seriously. Mr. Hu is a man of temperament. Zhao also fell in love with Mr. Hu at first sight."
Hu Xiaotian put down his wine glass and returned to the topic: "What are General Zhao's specific arrangements for tomorrow?"
Zhao Wusheng said: "A total of two ships have been arranged. We will dispatch two hundred soldiers to accompany them."
Hu Xiaotian said: "Will General Zhao come along?"
Zhao Wusheng said: "I still have important matters. I will leave Cangmu tonight and will not be able to accompany Mr. Hu across the river."
Hu Xiaotian chuckled and said: "General Zhao must have something particularly important." In his heart, he understood that Zhao Wusheng had left early and clearly wanted to put aside his relationship with this matter. There was just one thing that Hu Xiaotian couldn't figure out.
The additional two hundred soldiers and samurai are all from the camp of Navy Admiral Zhao Dengyun. If something happens in Yongjiang, Zhao Dengyun will not be able to escape responsibility. Zhao Wusheng is Zhao Dengyun's nephew. Is it possible that he would even trick his own uncle? This
The matter was so confusing that he couldn't see clearly. The authorities were confused, but they didn't know if Ji Feihua was also involved in the plot?
Zhao Wusheng sighed and said: "There are chaos everywhere. The situation in Wuxing County is not optimistic recently. I must rush back as soon as possible."
Hu Xiaotian said meaningfully: "Then it will be up to me to protect the princess?"
Zhao Wusheng smiled and said: "I heard that Mr. Hu doesn't seem to want us to intervene."
Hu Xiaotian said: "In that case, why did General Zhao send another two hundred warriors to reinforce us? Isn't General Zhao afraid that these warriors will encounter any trouble?"
Zhao Wusheng said: "These two hundred warriors are good at fighting, and each of them has excellent water skills. Lord Hu, just don't worry."
Hu Xiaotian is still not sure whether Zhao Wusheng is an enemy or a friend. Even if he is an internal agent placed here by Ji Feihua, this guy is leaving tonight, which is equivalent to leaving everything to him, but why should he stay?
There are two hundred warriors. It is impossible for these two hundred warriors to know the inside story. Will they become an obstacle for him to kill Wen Boyuan? On second thought, since he has made such an arrangement, then these two hundred warriors are probably for
Cooperate with the eradication of Wenbo Yuan and exist.
Zhao Wusheng said: "The two countries are not bounded by the Yongjiang River. The center of the Yongjiang River is the invisible dividing line between the two countries. I have asked Dayong to report the news. I believe that Dayong's navy will greet them within their waters.
By the time we reach the waters on their side, they are no longer within our reach."
Hu Xiaotian nodded, Zhao Wusheng was implying that he had better take action in the center of the river.
Hu Xiaotian said meaningfully: "But I don't know what the storm will be like in Yongjiang tomorrow?"
Zhao Wusheng whispered: "Even if there is no wind and no waves, the boat may capsize. The situation in the river is ever-changing. It looks calm on the surface, but in fact there is an undercurrent."
Hu Xiaotian's eyebrows moved, already understanding the chill in Zhao Wusheng's words.
Zhao Wusheng picked up the wine glass and said: "I wish Mr. Hu a smooth trip and escort the princess to Yongdu safely as soon as possible and return in triumph. Zhao is waiting for Mr. Hu's good news in Wuxing County."
Hu Xiaotian picked up the glass of wine in front of him and said softly: "If I come back safely, I will get drunk with General Zhao."
The only thing Hu Xiaotian can be sure of is that Zhao Wusheng is an internal agent sent by Ji Feihua. As for what will happen tomorrow, he doesn't know. No matter how perfect his plan is, it will ultimately depend on Zhao Wusheng's secret skills. From what Ji Feihua said at the beginning
It can be inferred from those words that he should have planned to drown Wen Boyuan in the water, and Yongjiang was the opportunity to do it. In front of so many people, Hu Xiaotian certainly couldn't push Wen Boyuan into the water. Even if he wanted to, with his
It is also very difficult to achieve the current martial arts skills.
Ji Feihua's mind would not fail to consider this matter. Perhaps it was for this reason that he arranged for Zhao Wusheng to wait here and asked Zhao Wusheng to cooperate with him. However, Zhao Wusheng made it clear that he would not board the ship, leaving only two people behind.
One hundred warriors. This made Hu Xiaotian a little uneasy, and Zhao Wusheng has not revealed the detailed plan to him so far. Zhao Wusheng has not explained what role these two hundred warriors can play.
He will cross the river tomorrow, but Hu Xiaotian still can't tell what will happen.
However, he can conclude that something will happen tomorrow, and the boat will most likely capsize in the middle of the river. Ji Feihua will never let go of this golden opportunity.
Zhou Mo had already guessed from Hu Xiaotian's furrowed brows that he must be under great pressure at this time. At night, the princess's camp fell silent. Zhou Mo and Hu Xiaotian sat on the stone railing in the courtyard, looking in the direction of the princess's tent.
.
Hu Xiaotian whispered: "No matter what happens tomorrow, you only need to remember one thing, protect the princess. All other things have nothing to do with you."
Zhou Mo asked, "What will happen tomorrow?" This was the first time he asked.
Hu Xiaotian raised his head and looked at the deep night, shook his head and said: "I don't know, as long as there is a chance to escape. Just take her away, and I will figure out a way to escape by then."
Zhou Mo said: "I'm afraid you can't bear this responsibility."
Hu Xiaotian whispered: "Take one step at a time, Ji Feihua promised me that he will take good care of my parents."
"You believe him?"
Hu Xiaotian narrowed his eyes: "Although he is not a good person, I have known him for so long. He has never broken his promise to me."
Zhou Mo reminded him in a low voice: "He is just a traitor who has brought harm to the country. His words cannot be trusted."
Hu Xiaotian raised his hand and patted Zhou Mo's shoulder gently and said, "I have no better choice but to believe in him."
At this time, Zicuckoo walked out of the tent and walked towards the two of them. When she came closer, she said softly: "Eunuch Hu, princess, please come over."
Hu Xiaotian nodded and quickly came to the camp.
When Long Xiyue saw Hu Xiaotian coming in, her pretty face showed joy, and she whispered: "I thought you were angry with me."
Hu Xiaotian laughed and said: "How could it be?"
Long Xiyue lowered her voice and said, "Why did you ask me to do that today at Phoenix Terrace?"
Hu Xiaotian said: "I just want to create some illusions." He handed the water mask and human skin mask that he had prepared in advance to Long Xiyue, and whispered: "You can wear this set of water masks tomorrow, just in case.
one."
When Long Xiyue heard what he said, she knew that something big would happen tomorrow. Her heart was pounding and she said in a trembling voice: "You... don't do anything stupid."
Hu Xiaotian said: "It's not that I want to do something stupid, but someone forces me to do it. You don't have to be afraid. Brother Zhou will be by your side to protect you. You just need to remember that once there is a chance, he will immediately
Put on the human skin mask, this may be your only chance to escape."
Long Xiyue said: "But..."
Hu Xiaotian said: "There is nothing but, if you are sincere to me, just do as I say. Don't worry, I won't do anything wrong. My parents are still in the capital, and I won't risk their lives."
Long Xiyue's eyes were red, and she put away what Hu Xiaotian handed her. Hu Xiaotian handed her the details of how to use the human skin mask, and then said: "I have one more thing that requires Zijuan's cooperation."
Long Xiyue said: "What do you want?" She knew that Hu Xiaotian had always been suspicious of Zicuckoo, and was afraid that Hu Xiaotian would be detrimental to Zicuckoo.
Hu Xiaotian said: "Don't worry, I'm just taking some necessary precautions."
Long Xiyue said: "Do you still doubt her?"
Hu Xiaotian said: "Because of this, I gave her a chance to prove herself. If she does what I said this time, it will prove that I misunderstood her. If she leaks this matter, then this person
Never use it again."
Long Xiyue hesitated for a while and finally nodded and said: "Okay, I'll just do it once."
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