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Qi Younian only said what happened that day, and Ji Xiaotang immediately knew what he was referring to.

"Ayou, how many times do you have to apologize to me before you give up?" Ji Xiaotang asked Qi Younian, "I've told you several times, you did your best and saved us, you really have nothing to apologize for." ”

"Nope." Qi Younian was very persistent in this matter, "If I can arrive earlier, you don't have to ......" If he could arrive at Ji Mansion earlier, Ji Xiaotang would not be frightened by those, and he would not need to draw a bow and shoot arrows himself, so facing blood and death at close range, it was either her own or the enemy's.

Ji Xiaotang's bow and arrows were stained with blood for the first time on that day.

The bow and arrow were sent by Qi Younian on his own initiative, but he didn't want Ji Xiaotang's bow and arrow to be stained with blood. Such a contradictory mood, Qi Younian found out, but he couldn't change it.

"Ayo, there are no ifs in this world. All we can do is do our best and obey the destiny of God. Ayou, you lead the troops to fight, you should understand this truth better than me. "But why can't you figure it out all the time?

Ji Xiaotang knew that he was a little worried about Qi Younian, and he was not in charge of the army, if Qi Younian had always had such emotions, then he would not be a competent general. Because in many times against the enemy, he has to make trade-offs.

And those trade-offs, in one way, may seem like cruelty.

"Xiaotang, I'm just targeting this matter, it's just ...... You. Only in the matter of Ji Xiaotang, he can't handle it with the principles of the battlefield that he has been familiar with since he was a child and uses it freely.

Qi Younian's gentleness made Ji Xiaotang's heart soft.

"Ayo. Don't think so. Ji Xiaotang stretched out his hand, "At that time, I was also a chess piece on the battlefield." ”

She is both a chess player. At the same time, it is also a chess piece in the chess game. Ji Xiaotang has never put herself out of the chess game, and since then, she has experienced a lot of things, and she has always been like this.

Therefore, later generations have some comments, saying that she is the most ruthless person in the world. She is cruel to others, and even more ruthless to herself. So those who can't be ruthless with her. They all lost, either losing their lives, or losing were as important as their lives. Even something more important than life.

If Ji Xiaotang treats himself as a chess piece, then the bet in this game of chess is his family, country, and his life. The winner lives, the loser dies.

This is actually where Ji Xiaotang is far superior to others. Because of the edification since childhood. It is also because of the suffering experienced in previous lives. Ji Xiaotang has a broader world view and a more intelligent concept of equality.

The world is a big chess game, everyone is a chess piece, and no one can be an exception. Those who think they are high enough to be in charge of the game, but not in the game, are wise fools.

Some people are self-righteous because of this. lost to Ji Xiaotang.

"Xiaotang, I can't treat you as a chess piece." Qi Younian said clearly.

Of course she does. This is also the reason why she likes Qi Younian the most.

"So, let's work hard so that I don't have to be a pawn again." Ji Xiaotang smiled. Let's be the ones who can dominate the game.

"Okay." Qi Younian nodded solemnly.

At this time, Master Ji San came to report that Qin Zhen was ready, urging them to go quickly. Ji Xiaotang and Qi Younian got up and went to the back mountain with Master Ji San to gather with Qin Zhen.

Qin Zhen only brought three or five personal guards with him, obviously he had the same idea as Qi Younian, and he didn't want to alarm too many people on this hunting.

By the time they came out, the moon was already high.

In the late autumn and early winter, the night is already quite cold, the earth is shrouded in the clear light of the moon, a bleak, desolate, even more lonely, the world is vast.

This kind of loneliness and depression is not the real loneliness and depression. Anyone who knows the autumn and winter of the northern country knows that there is vitality and danger lurking underneath.

The hunting ground that Ji Xiaotang and they chose tonight is even more so.

More vigorous and dangerous than the hidden prey is the hunter.

Under the moonlight, the two war horses, one black and one white, quickly shook off the rest of the horses and gradually converged in one place. In the time of this meeting, Qi Younian had already hunted a roe deer, but Ji Xiaotang did not catch it.

Ji Xiaotang has not opened the bow yet.

"Xiaotang, why didn't you see the prey?" Qi Younian approached Ji Xiaotang and asked.

The two of them were already quite far away from the rest of the group, and they could speak in peace.

Ji Xiaotang smiled and shook her head, her heart was naturally not on the prey.

"Ayou, your full moon appointment, this year, we have all missed the appointment." Ji Xiaotang said, and the two stood side by side, facing the bright moon in the sky.

Today is the night of the full moon, although it has already passed the fifteenth of August.

"It's my fault." Qi Younian said.

"Of course not." Ji Xiaotang retorted.

None of them have forgotten the covenant of stepping on the moon, but the limitations of the world are often not subject to manpower.

"It's just time to make up for it today." Ji Xiaotang laughed.

"Hmm." Qi Younian nodded, he proposed to come out to hunt today, and he also had such a thought.

As they spoke, they rode forward, consciously in opposite directions.

"Ayou, the rebels in Shuzhong are now powerful and occupy a favorable location, you led the troops to quell the rebellion this time, and they attacked for thousands of miles, and there are many dangers, so you need to be more careful."

"I know."

"Ayou, have you thought of a countermeasure to the thieves in Shu?" Ji Xiaotang asked.

"I'm bothered by that." Qi Younian did not hide it from Ji Xiaotang. "If you attack like the previous counterinsurgency generals, even if you have the advantage of troops, you will suffer heavy losses."

Qi Younian was able to say such a thing, because he had really studied Zhan seriously. His analysis and judgment were correct.

Ji Xiaotang narrowed his eyes slightly, carefully recalling the experience of his previous life. At this time in the previous life, the Ji family was already on the way to escape. At that time, she was almost all concerned about where the next meal would be and whether the family would be alive tomorrow. I don't know much about the war in Shu.

But even so, there are some rumors that have been heard sporadically.

The weakening of the anti-thief force in Shuzhong started from within.

"You can't storm it. Or outwitted. Ayou, there are many anti-thieves in Shu, and the interior is not necessarily monolithic. There are a few people who really want to revive the Song Dynasty, and the rest of the people are just for fame and fortune. ”

Therefore, the best strategy is nothing more than the threat of force from the army, and then dismantle the rebels from within.

"Counter-intrigues. Or use high-ranking officials to Zhao'an, as long as you choose the right person, you will definitely be able to dismantle the thief. Pacify Shuzhong. Ji Xiaotang is very confident in his judgment.

Obviously, Qi Younian also agrees with Ji Xiaotang, just looking at his shining eyes to know his mood at the moment.

"That's what I'm thinking." Qi Younian said with a smile, "Xiaotang, you also said so. Then my heart will be stronger. ”

The countermeasure is a good countermeasure. However, it is not necessarily without difficulties in implementation.

And the source of this difficulty should be in the court.

The imperial court sent troops to quell the rebellion several times, but not only did it not succeed, but also suffered repeated setbacks. For this reason, the court has lost face, and it is inevitable to be anxious now. This time, they chose Qi Younian as the coach and gave him a lot of soldiers and horses. What the court is most looking forward to seeing. It was Qi Younian who led his troops into Shu and clashed head-on with the rebels in Shuzhong. Victory.

The imperial court urgently needs Qi Younian to bring them a victory, and whether it is a counter-plot or Zhao'an, it will take time, and it is not as glamorous as a victory in the battle on the surface.

If Qi Younian wants to outwit, he must face criticism and huge pressure from the court.

After arriving, I am afraid that someone will impeach Qi Younian.

Ji Xiaotang thought of this, and Qi Younian naturally wouldn't have thought of it.

"I will write to your majesty to explain the situation." Qi Younian said, although he said so, Qi Younian did not have much confidence in the emperor's reaction after the book. "The prince sees the situation clearly, and he will support me."

Then, naturally, there is the power of the Hou Mansion.

It's just that the situation in northern Xinjiang is critical now, and the old prince and Qi Younian's brothers are also under pressure at the same time.

"My father and uncle, I will speak for you, but I don't know how much effect it can have." Ji Xiaotang thought about Qi Younian, "Ayou, maybe you can be more flexible." ”

"Xiaotang taught me."

"If the court wants good news, you will give them good news."

"Oh......" Qi Younian groaned, Ji Xiaotang said this, naturally not to let him clash with a large group of anti-thieves when he knew that it was unfavorable, and give the lives of the soldiers in vain. Xiaotang, you mean ......?"

"Ayou, you can control this degree yourself. Soldiers don't get tired of deceit......"

Qi Younian's eyes turned, and he had already understood what Ji Xiaotang meant.

"In this way, I have to wait until I get to Shuzhong and see the terrain......"

"Naturally, you have to be well prepared." Ji Xiaotang nodded.

The two said this, Qi Younian only felt suddenly enlightened, and Ji Xiaotang also had confidence in the results of Qi Younian's expedition. At this time, the two of them had already walked far away from the others, and when they looked around, there were only a few personal military captains of Qi Younian within the scope of their sight.

Although I am reluctant to give up, but looking at the time, it is time to turn back.

Just as the two of them were about to turn their horses' heads and walk back, Ji Xiaotang heard a chirp in the distance.

The two of them raised their heads almost at the same time, and Qi Younian's pupils shrank.

"Ayou, that's ......" Ji Xiaotang also saw it, and he was not sure in his heart, so he asked Qi Younian.

"It's an eagle." Qi Younian must have told Ji Xiaotang. Flying in the air is a rare mountain eagle here. These hawks are medium in size, but they fly high, fast, and are fierce, and can carry pigs and sheep weighing three times their weight.

Obviously, the eagle was alarmed by the people who came to hunt.

In the distance, the voices of those who followed could already be heard.

Ji Xiaotang's eyes lit up.

Without Ji Xiaotang to speak, Qi Younian understood her intentions.

"Finally see the prey that can enter your eyes!" Qi You smiled youngly.

"Hmm." Ji Xiaotang does not deny it.

"Then it's yours." Qi Younian chased the trajectory of the mountain eagle at a glance, looked at Ji Xiaotang at a glance, and at the same time took off the bow on his back, "Xiaotang, it's the first time you shoot such a big guy, don't be in a hurry." With your arm strength and accuracy, as long as you hold steady, it will not be a problem to shoot down this eagle. ”

Ji Xiaotang was eager to try, and listened to Qi Younian say this. Becoming more and more confident, he immediately took the bow and arrow in his hand and shot the arrow with a big bow. Aimed at the mountain eagle in the sky.

At this time, the mountain eagle flew higher and higher, and flew farther and farther.

"Xiaotang, see the opportunity." Qi Younian told Ji Xiaotang to pull the bowstring and shoot an arrow.

The eagle arrow was like a flash of lightning, but it did not shoot the mountain eagle, but grazed the mountain eagle's head. The eagle was frightened by the arrow. With a chirp, his body fell slightly, and he immediately changed the direction of his flight.

Ji Xiaotang's opportunity is here. Seeing that Qi Younian's arrow missed, she understood what Qi Younian meant, and of course she would not waste the opportunity that Qi Younian created for her.

Tang Tang Zhihua let out a pleasant syllable, and a small arrow with a blue feather flew out. The neck of the mountain eagle. The mountain eagle screamed. Tumbling down from the air.

Qi Younian praised loudly, he didn't use a small school, but turned over and dismounted to pick up the mountain eagle and handed it to Ji Xiaotang in person.

At this time, Qin Zhen and Ji San had already galloped with a group of servants.

"This is what Xiaotang shot?" Qin Zhen asked.

"It's me." Ji Xiaotang smiled.

Qin Zhen's gaze moved from Ji Xiaotang's face to Qi Younian's face, and then turned back to stare at Ji Xiaotang. This mountain eagle is his prey, and there is no shortage of beasts in this hunting ground, which is enough to hunt. This mountain eagle. It was his subordinates who found out and deliberately alarmed it. It is also Qin Zhen's most eye-catching prey this time to hunt.

If someone else hunted this mountain eagle, Qin Zhen didn't know what he would think, but this person was Ji Xiaotang.

"Xiaotang, you robbed my prey." Qin Zhen had already put away his bow and arrows and looked at Ji Xiaotang with a smile. He didn't go to see Qi Younian.

Ji Xiaotang has no experience in hunting, so he probably doesn't understand, at this time, there is a mountain eagle here, and his people are in hot pursuit, this mountain eagle must be his fancy. But Qi Younian understands.

Even if Ji Xiaotang wanted to shoot an eagle, if Qi Younian wanted to stop it, he could stop it.

Obviously, Qi Younian did not stop Ji Xiaotang.

At this time, Qin Zhen didn't know that Qi Younian not only did not remind or stop Ji Xiaotang, but it was he who helped Ji Xiaotang that Ji Xiaotang could shoot the eagle down smoothly.

"Ah......" There was no need for anyone to explain to her, Ji Xiaotang already understood what happened. She couldn't say anything, only slightly exaggerated to show her surprise.

I was surprised, but I wasn't scared at all, and I was faintly happy.

Where is it faint, Ji Xiaotang's face is full of joy, and she doesn't really want to hide it.

"Please forgive the little girl for not knowing whether she is guilty." Ji Xiaotang apologized to Qin Zhen with a smile, "But this eagle flew in front of me, and it was inevitable to see the hunting heart." Moreover, if there is a cloud in the book of war, the heavens will suffer if they do not take it. ”

Ji Xiaotang quoted scriptures, but brought a little girl. When people see it, they admire and love it in their hearts.

"Lord, I will give you this eagle. The prince's status is noble, and he just wants what he wants, and he doesn't need to work hard himself, so naturally we will work for the prince. ”

Ji Xiaotang wanted to give the hunted mountain eagle to Qin Zhen.

Qin Zhen laughed.

"Little Nizi is cunning, and she is helpless."

"Xiaotang is young and ignorant, and the prince is magnanimous." Master Ji San immediately smiled and clasped his fists and saluted Qin Zhen.

"There are a lot of people who protect you." Qin Zhen smiled again, his gaze swept over Qi Younian's face. Obviously, among the people who protect Ji Xiaotang, there is also Qi Younian.

"Xiaotang, this is your first time hunting?" Qin Zhen asked Ji Xiaotang.

"Yes, Lord Wang." In the past, when I went out to play with Master Ji San, it was all a small fight, and the real hunting was this time.

"Then, this mountain eagle is your first prey."

"Yes."

"Xiao Nizi's archery skills are good, and her luck is also very good. If you don't take a good day, you will suffer its sin. Haha, Xiaotang, this mountain eagle is yours. This king has given you. ”

"Really?"

"Could it be that this king will still coax you!"

"Thank you, Lord Wang!" Ji Xiaotang said happily.

Shanying returned to Ji Xiaotang, and Master Ji San immediately stepped forward, took Shanying and looked at it, and nodded again and again.

"Yes, yes, it's the first time I've seen such a big fierce guy." Master Ji San looked up at Ji Xiaotang, "Xiaotang, this eagle has to find someone to help you make a specimen and stay it for a long time, this is too commemorative." ”

Master Ji San said this. Qi Younian and Qin Zhen both felt good.

Ji Xiaotang also thinks this is a good idea.

"Xiaotang, leave it to me, I'll make it for you. Let someone give you away. Qi Younian immediately said, and at the same time, he reached out and took the mountain eagle from the hand of Master Ji San.

"Ayou, you have to rush to Shuzhong, it's too late." Master Ji San said.

"Such a trivial matter, you have to work as a great general." Qin Zhen also said, "I also have people under me who are good at this. ”

"If the prince made it himself, it would naturally be better than what I made. If you say someone else. It's not that I'm boasting, it's my ancestral craft, and I've been doing it since I was a child. No one else can compare to me. Qi Younian smiled, "I still have to leave for a few days to enter Beijing, I can do it when I find space, and then send someone to bring Xiaotang." There is no inconvenience. ”

"Okay." Ji Xiaotang said hello.

Master Ji San naturally stopped talking.

Qin Zhen rode forward. While turning his head slightly, his eyes swept quickly over Qi Younian and Ji Xiaotang's faces, and he didn't say anything more.

Qi Younian put away the mountain eagle.

The next day, everyone set off, and after Ren'an, it was time for the people who saw them off to turn around.

"Uncle, you have to write often." Ji Xiaotang instructed Master Ji San, "Wait for you to go to sea again." Even at sea, write. ”

"Okay." Master Ji San happily agreed. "Uncle writes to you alone, especially on the sea."

"Uncle, you write in detail, and when I save up all your letters, it's just a book of overseas scenery."

"This is a good idea, Xiaotang, if you say so, Uncle must write it seriously and write it in detail."

Both uncle and nephew laughed.

Then, it was Qi Younian's turn. Ji Xiaotang talked to Master Ji San, and Qi Younian stood silently aside. He wanted to stay by Ji Xiaotang's side for a longer time, even if he didn't say anything or do anything, as long as he could see Ji Xiaotang and hear Ji Xiaotang's voice, for him, he would be satisfied.

"Ayo ......"

"Xiaotang ......"

Qin Zhen was not far away, looking at this side and smiling, but he didn't urge Qi Younian to go on the road.

"Ayou, if you are still convenient in the army, remember to write to me." Ji Xiaotang lowered his voice and told Qi Younian. asked Qi Younian to write to her, not only because of parting from the two places and thinking about each other.

She was worried about the war in Shuzhong, and hoped that she could understand the battle situation in time, and if she remembered something, she could help Qi Younian and quell the war as soon as possible.

"Okay." Qi Younian immediately responded.

However, the relationship between the two, Qi Younian wrote to Ji Xiaotang, from a secular point of view, it is not very appropriate. Ji Xiaotang had already thought of this. She smiled when she saw that Qi Younian should be so happy, without any hesitation.

"Ayou, you write the recipient as my uncle, and then send the letter to the capital, and I will receive it." Ji Xiaotang lowered his voice again.

Qi Younian also smiled.

Ji Xiaotang's concerns, he also thought of it. He didn't expect to use Master Ji San as the recipient, but he just thought that when the time came, the letter would not go through others, and only arranged for a small colonel of one of his confidants to be sent directly to Ji Xiaotang's hands from his hands, which was also quite safe.

However, since Ji Xiaotang thought of Master Ji San, then he naturally complied.

"Xiaotang, you also write to me." Qi Younian plucked up courage.

"I will." Ji Xiaotang also responded quickly.

Qi Younian's eyebrows and eyes were crooked when he smiled more and more, which was a joy that couldn't be hidden from the corners of his eyes.

"Xiaotang, when you arrive in the capital, if you encounter difficulties, you can go to the Jingci Nunnery in the south of the city, you give an arrow to the gatekeeper, and she will take you to meet people." Qi Younian took a look around and told Ji Xiaotang again.

The two of them seem to have endless words.

Master Ji San was very obedient, he had already stepped aside, and he also attracted everyone's attention very intimately.

"Ayou, who is this person you want me to see?" Ji Xiaotang felt a little strange in his heart. Qi Younian should know that if she encounters difficulties that require help, it will be very difficult. Who will be able to help and live in the nunnery?

"Xiaotang, don't ask first, you'll know when you go to see her. …… I told her about you. Qi Younian said quickly, but he refused to tell Ji Xiaotang the identity of the other party. If you're free, you can also go over and talk to her. I'm sure she'll like you and you'll love her. ”

"Ayo said that, I will definitely come over to visit."

At this time, everyone's eyes have slowly turned. Qi Younian and Ji Xiaotang have been talking for too long.

"Xiaotang, I have to go."

"Ayou, have a good trip, and the horse will be successful. I look forward to your entry into Beijing as soon as possible. Ji Xiaotang looked at Qi Younian and said.

"I will." Qi Younian nodded solemnly.

The group of horses split into two paths, one winding north and the other speeding south. During the Longqing period, several people who made a turning point in the historical process of Daqin were separated, even they themselves did not know at the moment, and when they gathered in the capital again, it was the time when the wind and clouds converged and changed the day.

――End of the rollup――

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