Zhou Cang came to the Baima Stone fully armed early to wait. Behind him was a battalion of elite soldiers. Almost all of these soldiers survived the pile of dead in the previous military camp battles. Looking at the entire Nanyuan Kingdom,
They can be called "elite". Even if they are not as good as those of the Forbidden Army, they are not far behind.
Moreover, Zhou Cang originally had fifty cavalrymen, plus the other fifty cavalrymen assigned to him the day before yesterday, a total of one hundred, and they all were brought over.
The big flag behind him was also one longer than usual, and it was the ceremonial flag of the Nanyuan Kingdom. There were also several officials who came here four days in advance and said they were cooperating.
Everyone in the Western Army hates the Monster Clan, including Zhou Cang, who has not been in the Western Army for a long time. So even if there is an order from above, when receiving the task of guarding the Monster Clan envoy,
Although he didn't say anything, he was reluctant in his heart.
The appointed time was approaching, and the faint sound of wheels was heard in the distance opposite Baima Stone. The outpost had already scouted around Baima Stone, and soon came back to report that the other party was coming.
"Huh? A tiger-headed monster? It seems very old." Zhou Cang has seen many strange-looking monsters, including the tiger-headed monster many times. But this is the first time he has seen such an old monster.
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The lifespan of the demon clan fluctuates greatly, unlike the human race, which is almost at the same level. Depending on the ethnic group, some of them have an average lifespan of only about thirty years, some have a lifespan of sixty or seventy years, and some have a lifespan of hundreds of years.
And according to Zhou Cang's current understanding, he could tell from the robes worn by the tiger-headed old man that this demon clan was not only an envoy this time, but also a high priest under the king of the Haoyue Demon Kingdom!
If we follow the analogy of job titles, the high priest of the Haoyue Demon Kingdom is equivalent to the chief official of the Yamen Department of the Nanyuan Kingdom, which is a very high position.
In addition, the demon clan accompanying them also has a guard of up to 300 people, all of which are powerful demon soldiers and demon generals who have fought against Zhou Cang before. Many of them have an aura that can overwhelm Zhou Cang. No one
The weak.
If it were another soldier, he would probably be frightened by the thorny aura of the demon clan. But instead of being afraid, the soldiers behind him stared at the other side provocatively. It's not like they had never touched their hands before.
Who is afraid of the blood of the demon clan?
"General Zhou Cang of the White Horse Stone Army has been waiting here for a long time. Please identify yourself to those who come across from you and don't cross the line at will!"
Although he came to "defend", Zhou Cang's face remained alert. The soldiers behind him also had their swords unsheathed and their guns tilted forward. This has almost become their instinctive reaction when they see the demon clan. No, there is no need to see it.
This is what happens when you smell the smell of demons.
The tiger-headed old man waved his hand, and a subordinate next to him who also had a tiger's head came over with a document bearing the national seal of the Haoyue Demon Kingdom and an endorsement of his identity.
"Zaharon?"
"Haha, this General Zhou, although your pronunciation is ridiculous, I am the envoy of the Haoyue Kingdom according to the document."
He turned around and glanced at the official from the Ministry of Rites beside him. The latter understood, and accompanied by several soldiers, walked up to Zaharon and began to make direct contacts.
After almost a stick of incense, the contact was completed, and Nanyuan Kingdom took the initiative to open its border to the demon clan for the first time and welcomed the other party's envoys.
In order to avoid accidents caused by frequent contact between the army and the demon clan, the entire communication was handled by two officials from the Ministry of Etiquette. Along the way, there were several cavalry teams who came under the guise of patrolling, but actually came to intimidate the demon clan envoys.
They walked and walked. Finally, the demon clan's mission, accompanied by the Western Army's malicious intentions all the way, finally arrived at the foot of Baishi City.
The news of the arrival of the demon envoys also spread back to Yuanding Imperial City first.
Yang Sheng had just finished his birthday party this year, and at the same time he was happily cleaning up the white-eyed wolves in Nanyuan Kingdom. This had not yet waited for those white-eyed wolves to be escorted back to the imperial city, and there was news about the entry of the demon clan from Xiyuan County.
Here it comes.
There was Guoxin before. Yang Sheng's attitude was that although there was no precedent, there were still some speculations, so let them in and listen to the other party's plans before talking about it.
However, it was originally a month's journey, but it took a full month and a half to arrive at Yuanding because of the demon clan. A group of three hundred people were arranged to stay in a manor in Yuanding City. Surrounded by three people
The camp is surrounded by forbidden troops, patrolling day and night. It is said to be protection, but in fact it is surveillance. There may be white-eyed wolves in Nanyuan Kingdom who are flattering to foreigners, but those they are attracted to do not include the demon clan. The entire human race is hostile to the demon clan.
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This was the first time Yang Sheng saw the demon clan. The tall body was more than a foot taller than him. It was human-shaped but had a tail, and its head was in the shape of an animal, with fur all over its body. Just like what was described in the book.
They are all beasts that walk upright.
In addition, Nazaharon is a member of the Tiger Clan, the second largest ethnic group in the Haoyue Demon Kingdom. The Tiger Clan also enjoys a very high status in the Haoyue Demon Kingdom, and the position of high priest is also at the top with real power. Such a position
The Yaozu personally served as the envoy, which made Yang Sheng think deeply for a long time. Looking at it this way, the Yaozu also attached great importance to this mission.
Yang Sheng had no intention of entertaining these monsters with good food and accommodation. The food was all simple meals, with very little oil or meat. On the evening of the day they arrived in the imperial city, the three chief adjutants from the Yamen of the Ministry of War met Zaharon in the Yamen.
The first round of negotiations was conducted. It was from the other party’s mouth that I learned the main purpose of the demon clan’s visit.
As guessed by the Nanyuan Kingdom, the demon tribe really came to Xiyuan County. However, their appetite was a bit beyond expectation.
In Yang Sheng's hand, he was holding a copper bar that had just been sent by the chief officer of the Ministry of War. The first sentence on it read: The demon tribe hopes to gain control of the entire Xiyuan County.
If you really can't get it, then use other methods. Now it comes directly to the door.
However, if the request is made in vain, the Ministry of War Yamen will not send the note to Yang Sheng. They will directly order these shameless monsters to be driven back. Being able to send it to Yang Sheng means that the matter is not simple.
, the Ministry of War Yamen can’t make up its mind and needs Yang Sheng to make the decision himself.
There was no expression on Yang Sheng's face, but the way he kept pacing in the study room showed that he was not at peace in his heart. He held the copper bar in his hand tightly, and would open it to take a look from time to time.
The demon clan has made it clear. What they want is the land in Xiyuan County, but not for free. The promise can be exchanged in two ways. Either it can be exchanged for land of the same size in the Haoyue Demon Kingdom opposite Yubei Mountain.
They can also help Nanyuan Kingdom take the land of Beiwu Kingdom that also borders them in exchange. And they can swear in the name of their demon gods that no matter what kind of exchange, Haoyue Demon Kingdom will never take the initiative against Nanyuan Kingdom again in the future.
Start a war.
Replacement was not on the agenda of Nanyuan Kingdom. Xiyuan County was doing well, so why should it be replaced with the Monster Clan? His mind was at a loss. What really put Yang Sheng in trouble was the second option: capture Beiwu Kingdom in exchange.