Suddenly, they received news that the Huainan army and horses stationed at Yongxingdu were coming to Shouchun. The Canglang group who had been staying in Shouchun City were overjoyed. They couldn't wait to send Liu Kui over to take a look at the situation, hoping that Su Ren could fulfill his original promise to them as soon as possible.
As long as he can rescue all those family members, Canglang can be regarded as a brother who has followed her and her husband for so many years.
But Liu Kui failed to enter the other courtyard. He only took a look at the street corner from a distance and knew that the matter was much more complicated than they imagined. Today, the other courtyard is surrounded by soldiers, let alone a single person.
Even if a fly wants to fly in, the soldiers will spread their legs to see the male and female, so as to ensure their own lives.
Others can't get in, and Su Ren can't get out. It's called to ensure safety, but in fact it's just house arrest. Those people didn't treat Su Ren badly. Whatever Su Ren needed, just say a word and it will be available as soon as possible.
It was delivered, and it was in the best condition for free.
Hou Yong complained to Su Ren. Su Ren lay under the tree, sipping tea and smiling: "What's there to be angry about? We won't go out until you let him out. Enjoying a few days of peace and quiet can be considered a rest."
"But they bully us too much! They don't let us in or out. Do they really treat us as prisoners?"
"Prisoners are not treated so well. Have you ever seen a prisoner who is not as comfortable as we are now? Don't worry, things will end one day. When the angel arrives, Liu An will be busy, and he won't be able to take care of us by then."
Hou Yong stamped his feet and turned away. Han Qing shook his head: "Liu An is trying to isolate us and prevent us from having any contact with the outside world. In this way, we will become deaf and blind. No matter what Liu An does, we have no idea at all.
Very passive."
"You really don't know?" Su Ren looked at Han Qing with a smile: "Don't tell me you haven't seen the things Ji Yu throws in every day?"
Han Qing smiled and took a sip of tea: "Chen Ding from Yongxingdu has raised troops. This is a good opportunity."
"If there is a good opportunity, you must seize it. I will leave this matter to you. The ship transferred from Kuaiji should be arriving soon. It is just in time to send those family members away and let Cang Lang and others meet upstream. They can choose whether to go to Jiangsu or Kuaiji.
They are all evildoers. I’m afraid they can’t go to Kuaiji, so they should go to Jiangsu! As long as they can make up their mind to live by their own strength, they can always survive.”
Han Qing nodded: "My subordinates think so too. Your manpower in Jiangsu is limited, and these people can be put to good use. I will let someone know tomorrow."
"Okay! We need to hurry up on this matter. It will be difficult if King Huainan finds out the clues. That Liu Hong has already become suspicious."
"clear!"
As Chen Ding's soldiers entered the city, the environment in Shouchun immediately improved a lot. Although there were still some petty thieves, the fights immediately disappeared. The original county soldiers and officials at the daily porridge shed were replaced by Chen Ding's people.
, those people also became more disciplined, because they knew that if they caused trouble, not only would they not be able to earn a living, but they would be severely beaten. A few days ago, I saw with my own eyes that those people beat a guy who wanted to jump in line to death.
The corpse is still thrown in the corner.
Chen Ding is Liu An's confidant, and the purpose of being transferred back to Shouchun is to stabilize Shouchun City. The angel is coming, and Liu An is not ready to raise troops, so he must give the angel a good impression, lest the angel go back and tell the emperor nonsense, which will only increase his own wealth.
Trouble.
Zuo Wu waited by the Huaihe River for three full days and finally saw the angel's boat slowly coming down from the upper reaches. In fact, he sent people to search along the river bank very early. After confirming the time when the angel arrived by boat, he did
Adequate preparations. The pier was crowded with people, and hundreds of pieces of blue silk were used to surround the pier. The ceremony and music to welcome him were of the highest standard. As long as the angel disembarked, Zuo Wu would not leave the ship.
After the boat docked safely, Zuo Wu hurried up and saluted Duan Hong with a smile on his face. He was neither humble nor arrogant. He was well-reasoned and well-founded. Even Taichang Lai, who was in charge of etiquette in the imperial court, could not find any fault.
"Your Majesty, Master Zuo Wu of the Huainan Kingdom, pays homage to the angel. My king is on the shore and invites the angel to come ashore!"
Duan Hong nodded: "Please, Mr. Zuo Zhonglang!"
The drums and drums are playing together, the music of welcome is played, and the dance of welcome is performed. The shore is dark and surrounded by county soldiers guarding it. Officials of the Huainan Kingdom, large and small, are standing respectfully on the shore under the leadership of Huainan King Liu An. Left
Wu took the staff and raised it high. Liu An and others knelt down and shouted loudly, the sound was loud and deafening. The carriages and horses were well prepared. I dare not say luxurious, but definitely not shabby. Compared with the people who greeted Su Ren, the envoy of Hengshan Kingdom,
I don't know how much bigger the ostentation is, and there is no such kind of calculation.
Liu An personally came forward to greet Duan Hong. The two chatted and laughed, and hand in hand got into the King of Huainan's carriage and drove all the way towards Shouchun City. Unlike yesterday, Shouchun City today has a completely new look, with people on both sides of the street.
All the refugees have disappeared, and even the shacks they built have disappeared, leaving only patches of mottled land.
The city gate was decorated with lights and colorful decorations, the newly painted city gate was black and shiny, and the stains at the base of the city wall had been cleaned up. If Duan Hong had not already had a preliminary understanding of the Huainan Kingdom, all this would really make him feel longevity.
Nothing happened in Spring City.
This banquet was beyond imagination. There were not only fine wines and delicacies, but also singing and dancing performances. Everything showed that Liu An had thoughts about Duan Hong.
After watching the singing and dancing and toasting each other, Duan Hong put down his wine bottle, glanced around, and then turned around again: "I heard that Dr. Guanglu is also in Shouchun, why don't you see him today?"
Zuo Wu hurriedly said: "The angel does not know. Doctor Guanglu is now the envoy of the King of Hengshan. According to the rules, he should not appear. My king does not dare to violate any rules, so he did not invite Doctor Guanglu. If the angel wants to meet with
When Dr. Su meets, I will send someone to invite you."
Duan Hong waved his hand and said with a smile: "It seems that I am in Meng Lang. The King of Huainan forgives me because before leaving Chang'an, His Majesty specifically told him that if he met Dr. Guanglu, he had a few words to say to him, so he asked. In this case,
I will go there in person another day to avoid embarrassment to the king."
Liu An smiled and said: "What's the trouble? Since it's His Majesty's request, Doctor Guanglu should come. Come on, send someone to invite him immediately. Don't delay."
The banquet was still going on. Duan Hong talked about Su Ren as soon as he came, which made many people realize that this was Duan Hong's deliberate move. It was the emperor of Chang'an who wanted Duan Hong to do this, and on the one hand, it was for Huainan.
Wang Liuan gave a warning, and secondly, it was to protect Su Ren. Duan Hong, as an angel, made the relationship between Su Ren and the emperor clear. Even if the King of Huainan wanted to do something to Su Ren, he would not dare to do it blatantly.
A group of singers were changed, and a dance was changed. Twisting and swinging showed off the charm of women. Those guys sitting in the most remote corners watched intently. Such a dance can be seen in the Huainan Palace, but
It's the first time ever, and it's even rarer to see such a beautiful dancer.
Duan Hong was sitting under the command of the King of Huainan, and the people sitting opposite him were people like Zuo Wu and Wu Bei. He was not interested in singing and dancing. He talked to people nearby with a smile on his face and drank too much.
They drank happily. Just as the singing and dancing ended, a servant came in and knelt on the ground: "Your Majesty, Mr. Su is here!"
"Oh? Please!"
Su Ren specially changed his clothes, which were clean and solemn. The hat on his head pressed against his neck, which hurt him. He had to reach out to help him after walking a few steps. When he walked into the lobby, the dancers just left, and Su Ren blatantly left and right.
Watch: "It is indeed an angel. There was no such pomp when I came."
Liu An said with a smile: "Mr. Su, please take your seat quickly. I didn't want to disturb Mr. Su, but His Majesty Angel Yan had a few words to say to Mr. Su, so he invited Mr. Su over and asked for your forgiveness."
"Oh? So I have benefited from His Majesty again, otherwise I would have missed such a banquet." Su Ren immediately faced Chang'an and knelt down: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
This was the first time these people had seen Su Ren who was so pretentious, and they all looked at him with contempt. Su Ren's seat was arranged under Liu Hong, far away from Duan Hong. Su Ren was not polite and sat down cross-legged.
, looking at the food and wine in front of him, he stopped talking and just ate and drank, just like a starving ghost trying to survive. He looked ugly and made his originally bright clothes full of oil stains.
Liu Hong picked up the wine glass: "Mr. Su, please! See how you eat this way, haven't you eaten for several days? Hahaha..."
Su Ren swallowed the food in his mouth desperately and nodded repeatedly: "That's not the case! In the past few days, the king has sent people to surround the place where I live, and no one is allowed in or out. The place is almost in a state of panic. We will disperse later.
During the banquet, if you can’t finish the food, can you let me take it all away? I have food and drink here, but the more than 100 people who came with me are still hungry!”
"Nonsense! Who won't give you food and drink?" Liu Qian immediately glared at him.
Su Ren smiled, ignored Liu Qian, and turned to Duan Hong: "Angels must be careful. If they offend the king and trap you, it will be bad."
"you!"
Liu An raised his hand to stop Liu Qian from speaking again, and said with a smile: "Mr. Su is really good at telling jokes. The soldiers I sent are to protect your safety. How can they be the ones to guard you?"
"Then how can I prevent my people from coming in and out?"
"The city is in chaos, that's why we took this step!"
Just as Liu An finished speaking, Duan Hong suddenly interrupted: "Is there chaos in the city? Why didn't you see me when I entered the city?"
Liu Hong said quickly: "Some untouchables made trouble a few days ago, but the matter has calmed down."
The next time, a group of people explained to Duan Hong how Shouchun City became chaotic and how various emergencies occurred. In order to fulfill a lie, the monarchs and ministers of the Huainan Kingdom made up various excuses. Unexpectedly, some people just
Teammates who are like pigs, such as Liu Qian. Every time when Duan Hong wants to believe it, Liu Qian will add a sentence at the right time, and the others have to find more reasons to explain.
Su Ren didn't say a word. He just sat in his seat and ate meat and drank wine from a big bowl. He watched a group of people trying to make their lies more round, and they all racked their brains, feeling extremely happy.
Liu An didn't say anything either. He sat in the main seat and stared at Su Ren. Their eyes would occasionally collide. Su Ren would smile at Liu An, while Liu An's face would be dark. (To be continued)
