Early the next morning, Xiao Tang paid a visit to Xiao Bao, who stayed behind in Tokyo, and then prepared to set off again.
It is said that Zheng Yunzhong and Tong Guan were the envoys and deputy envoys on this mission to the Liao Kingdom. Xiao Tang's trip was just to go to the north to buy northern pearls under Zhao Ji's order, so the process of the mission did not have to strictly follow the etiquette of the two countries. Then
Mr. Xiao Bao, who was left behind in Tokyo, was very fat, and one could tell from his complexion that he was a sycophantic official who had been drained by alcohol and sex.
In the past, Xiao Baoxian, the official envoy of the Song Dynasty and the private businessman who came to buy Beizhu, had met many of them. After Xiao Tang had some polite politeness with him, he ordered Yan Qing, Xiao Yi and others to prepare their carriages and horses and hit the road again.
As for the success of the relocation, Yaoshi Guo had received 100,000 yuan donated by Xiao Tang to purchase clothing and food for the people under his command and the Han refugees, and each of them was extremely grateful to Xiao Tang for spending so much money to support them.
After some discussions with Xu Guanzhong, Xiao Tang was able to basically determine the feasibility of using islands such as Pidao overseas, as well as coastal towns such as Kaizhou and Laiyuan (near today's Dandong, Liaoning) as territories to accommodate refugees from Liaodong.
Centered on Pi Island, Shenmi Island, Guanglu Island, Shicheng Island, Zhangzi Island, Ludao and many other islands east of Lushunkou served as sea route transfer stations for countries such as Song and Liao to connect overseas countries such as Korea and Japan, and then used Xiao
In the Tang Dynasty, the ships of the Mizhou Shipping Department could bypass the forecourts on the border between Song and Liao, as well as the horse markets and horse markets within the Liao Kingdom. Officials at the passes in Fang City demanded bribes and profiteers bought at low prices and sold at high prices. They used coastal smuggling and trafficking to trade many local mountain products.
As a specialty, horses are enough to feed a large population.
During the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, Wang Zhi, the "Pirate King", took advantage of the civil war in Japan to establish his own independent kingdom in Hirado. He also proclaimed himself "King Hui" and "King Jinghai", and used maritime trade to accumulate strength and become a maritime power.
Overlord. Although Xiao Tang is not a man who wants to become the Pirate King, to a certain extent, he can also learn from Wang Zhi who uses overseas base locations.
There are also two commanders of the Liao Kingdom’s Nanjing army, Arich and Qiongyao Nayan, who escorted Xiao Tang all the way. They are both straightforward men who love to practice martial arts. Although they were not convinced by Xiao Tang at first, they became
In Zhuoxian County, they witnessed Xiao Tang's amazing boxing skills and the martial arts-advocating Arich and Qiong Yao Nayan, and they gradually became convinced of Xiao Tang's reputation as a knight.
After getting in touch along the way, Xiao Tang made a fortune in Liaoyang Prefecture. While Guo Yaoshi made one hundred thousand guan of money, he also ordered Yan Qing to take 6,000 guan of money and give it to Arich and Qiongyao Nayan in the name of common favor.
, after the two Khitan men half-heartedly accepted it, they both slapped their chests loudly, and said to Xiao Tang from the bottom of their hearts: As long as they are useful in the Liao Kingdom, the two of them will be in trouble.
Come in, go out in the fire, without any ambiguity.
When Xiao Tang and his delegation passed by Longshan to the north of Liaoyang Mansion, they saw the white snow covering the mountains and forests like the endless white waves rolling up in the sea. Although Yan Qing, Xu Guanzhong, Xiao Yi, Duan Jingzhu and others
They were all born in the land of Yanzhao, but they still couldn't bear the bitter cold climate outside the customs. Shi Jin, who was born in Huazhou, Shaanxi Province, couldn't help but shudder. He snorted and said: "The bitter cold weather is good for the dangerous mountains and rivers! This
If the destination is within the Song Dynasty, there will most likely be strongmen blocking the way."
After hearing this, Qiong Yao Nayan laughed loudly and said: "Brother Shi Jin, don't worry! With my five hundred-year-old son here, which blind thief dares to come to seek death? If there is a thief, just call him
Look at the abilities of our Liaoning athletes!"
When Shi Jin heard this, he puffed up his chest. He looked sideways at Qiong Yao Nayan and snorted coldly: "What's there to worry about? I just think this journey is boring. If there is a strong man who can cut the path, he won't be able to do it here." The business is just right for me to have a good time and warm myself up!"
Xiao Tang shook his head after hearing this. He smiled at Shi Jin and said, "It's a good thing if nothing happens along the way. Why do you still expect some trouble to happen? If you want to move your body to ward off the cold, you and Qiong Xiangwen can compete again." Just one step."
At this time, Aliqi also said to Xiao Tang: "Master Xiao, I admire your ability, but the officers and soldiers of the Southern Dynasty are far inferior to me, the son of the Liao Dynasty. I, Aliqi, and my brother Qiongyao Nayan ruled Nanjing. As a military officer, I have seen many troublemaking tribes of herdsmen, gangsters, and horse bandits plundering everywhere, but there are not many strong men who dare to provoke us."
Unexpectedly, just as Arich finished speaking, suddenly "咻咻咻咻咻咻!" a series of breaking wind sounds suddenly started, followed by a miserable howling sound. There were dozens of soldiers guarding Xiao Tang's Liao Yuanbazi Army who were caught off guard. , being hit by cold arrows from all directions, he fell down and dismounted!
Originally, the Yuanlanzi Army of the Liao Kingdom was a force of bows, horses and light cavalry that was used to spy on the enemy. Whenever they fought with the enemy, they would ride bows first. But now, they did not expect that they would be caught off guard by an unknown enemy in Longshan. !
There was a sudden chaos on the Liao army's side. Arich was shocked and angry. He cursed loudly: "Straight mother-in-law! Is there really a strong man coming to seek death?"
At this time, the sharp whistle sounded again, and people were shouting from all directions. Several groups of cavalry came out from the hidden mountains and forests to kill the generals. The enemies riding on the galloping horses were also unambiguous, and a rain of locust arrows was directed towards Ali. Oddly, Qiong Yao Nayan's subordinate Qingqi shot from far away.
Most of the enemies who suddenly burst out were wearing black clothes, and a few were wearing animal skin robes. They were holding long knives, axes or maces, and they also carried three or four weapons behind the saddles. Bag of arrows.
And Qiong Yao Nayan placed the spear in his hand. When he saw that some of the enemies had shaved off all the sides of their heads, leaving only the braid hanging down in the center of the head, shaped like a money rat tail, he couldn't help but said in shock. : "It's the Jurchens! Are these barbarians planning to rebel?"
Xiao Tang was shocked. He thought to himself: Logically speaking, Wanyan tribe had tolerated it for a period of time before swearing to conquer the Liao Dynasty while the soldiers were trying to find out what was going on inside the Liao Dynasty. How could they openly attack the Liao Dynasty now? Army? Could it be that because of his appearance, the time for the Jurchens to raise troops to conquer Liao was advanced!?
At this time, a large number of enemy troops suddenly broke out and rushed into the main formation of the Liao army of Arich and Qiongyao Nayan. Each of these enemies had superb riding skills and were brave and good at fighting. In an instant, there was a bloody storm, with groups of cavalry galloping across the battlefield. A chaotic battle has begun.
Shi Jin grabbed a big knife from the hand of a horse thief. He galloped forward, and saw that he was about to collide with the oncoming cavalry. Suddenly, Yan Youyi, the leader of the horse thief, shot out from the side and drew his gun. When the tip of the spear was about to pierce Shi Jin's chest, he saw Shi Jin swinging his knife. Hearing a loud "Cang!", he parried Yan Youyi's stabbing attack.
Yan Youyi's face changed, and he braced himself to fight with Shi Jin. The two of them only fought for twenty or thirty hours, and Shi Jin already felt that he could kill his opponent with one sword with his own martial arts. But at this time Yan Youyi squeezed the horse's belly with his legs, and the horse under his crotch circled around Shi Jin like a lantern.
After all, during a horse battle, he not only had to fight against the enemy, but he also had to skillfully control the horse beneath him when riding at high speed. Even though Shi Jin was highly skilled in martial arts, his riding skills were far from as nimble as Yan Youyi.
Shi Jin slashed the air with his sword, and Yan Youyi immediately raised his gun and stabbed again. Several times in succession, Shi Jin could not grasp the opportunity at all. Yan Youyi's horse was as straight as a part of his body. Which direction should he drive the horse to dodge? Counterattack at any time is just right.
And over there, Arich saw Nayan, the Joan Demon, fighting with more than a dozen knights with his own strength. When he was about to mount his horse and go to help, suddenly a sharp sword flashed like lightning, and the leader of the horse thieves Yan You Xin suddenly shot out from the side. He raised the saber in his hand and struck straight at Arich's waist! Arich braced himself, roared, and stabbed Yan Youxin with a shadowy steel spear in his hand.
After only fighting for more than ten rounds, I kept my word and cursed in my heart: This Khitan fan is so handsome!
Just when he was unable to parry Arich's offensive, another horse thief came from the side and hit him on the head with a mace club! Arich stepped sideways on his horse and suddenly thrust forward with the pear-shaped steel gun in his hand. Then he stabbed the horse thief to death.
When Aliqi turned around and was about to stab Yan Youxin under the horse, he saw his opponent grab the reins and the horse under his crotch was flying with hooves. In an instant, he was far away from Aliqi.
But when Arich challenged the other horse thieves who were rushing towards him, Yan Youxin rode his horse in a circle, and suddenly it galloped towards Arich like a dolly arrow! Fortunately, Arich reacted well and blocked Yan with one move. He slashed with confidence, and saw that he missed a hit with confidence, and then he rode the horse away with ease and ease.
Aliqi spat, and he shook off several horse thieves who besieged him, and put his spear on the saddle hook. Aliqi raised his bird to the sky and drew an iron bow, and then hung the quiver from the side of the saddle. He took out an arrow with an eagle feather and aimed it at Yan Youxin, but the opponent easily dodged it.
"Hey, is it better than a bow and arrow?" Yan Youxin laughed ferociously, and he also took a bow and rode it. He had already predicted the speed and distance of the horse under Arich's hip. He let go of the string and arrows, and only heard "咻咻咻咻!" Three times. The scream suddenly started, and three rays of cold light shot straight towards Arich!
A flurry of arrows!?
Arich's heart was shocked, and he subconsciously leaned over to avoid it. Sparks suddenly appeared when gold and iron hit each other. The three-pronged purple gold crown Arich wore was shot down by Yan Youxin, and another cold arrow shot from Arich's cheek. It flew past and left a trail of blood on his cheek.
Aliqi was suddenly startled and broke out in a cold sweat. Damn it! I didn’t know that guy was very good at handling horses. It turned out that he was also so good at riding and shooting!
Xiao Tang saw that not only the two leaders on the other side were excellent in horse riding, but also most of the enemy horsemen were good at riding horses. We were outnumbered, and we were caught off guard by Khitan Yuan, who had always been proud of his ability with bows and horses. The blocking army was defeated and dispersed!
Xiao Tang looked solemn. This time he came to the Liao Kingdom as an envoy. He did not carry any long or short weapons for fighting such as the gold-engraved tiger-headed dragon-tooth spear, the wolf-toothed cold-edge swords, the wolf nine-gun bow, etc. The fiery red horse that he rode during the battle was still in the stable of his residence in Bianjing. The only weapon he carried with him was the gold and iron nunchucks inserted at his waist, but those nunchucks It is a short weapon, and its combat effectiveness will be greatly reduced when fighting on horseback with people.
At this moment, four horse thieves broke out of the encirclement. They screamed strangely and waved their sabers, lances and axes in their hands, heading straight towards Xiao Tang to stab him!