Beiwang Mountain is located in the northwest outside the city of Beisucheng, and is the main camp of the most elite Heavenly Wolf Battalion of the Northwest Army.

The commander of the Sky Wolf Battalion is Zeng Ji's old subordinate Xie Changxin, and the soldiers of the Sky Wolf Battalion led by him are all brave and good at fighting, like wolves and unyielding.

More than half a year ago, after Zeng Qidao arrived in Beisu, he was thrown into the Sky Wolf Camp by Zeng Ji and started training from the lowest soldiers. Although everyone in the army knows that he is Zeng Shuai's youngest son, and they all call him a major general, no one really gives him special treatment. Speaking of which, he really suffered a lot and suffered a lot of sins. But he came from the general's marshal mansion, and since he was a child, he accepted the education of the boy why not take Wu Hook and received the education of Guanshan Fifty Prefectures, and he was not a scholar who was powerless, so the exercise of these days was also quite effective, and he won the sincere admiration of the whole army, and now he is a deputy by Xie Changxin's side.

When Xiao Yizheng and Zeng Jichi immediately went up the mountain to enter the Sky Wolf Barracks, Xie Changxin and Zeng Qidao were discussing important matters in the army. The non-commissioned officer came to report that His Royal Highness King Heng and Zeng Shuai were coming, and the two glanced at each other and hurriedly went out of the tent to greet them.

Xie Changxin's armor was thick, and he strode forward, and said hurriedly after saluting: "The mountain road is difficult to travel after the snow, and His Royal Highness and the marshal should call their subordinates to report if they have something." ”

Xiao Yizheng took off his fur cover and said with a smile: "If the war starts at this time, will the brothers of the Heavenly Wolf Battalion stop fighting because of the difficult mountain roads after the snow?" ”

Xie Changxin was stunned for a moment, then immediately understood his meaning, raised his eyebrows and made way: "Your Highness, please, Marshal, please." ”

Xiao Yizheng smiled and glanced at Zeng Qidao behind him, nodded slightly and greeted him.

This is the second meeting he met with Zeng Qidao after coming to the northwest. The last time was at the meeting of the operational command on the eve of the dispatch of troops to Gaofan Kuli. Due to the discussion at that time, the two did not exchange a word alone.

After Zeng Qidao came to the northwest, his skin was tanned, his body was more elevated and powerful, and the edges and corners of the whole person became more distinct, showing the same fortitude as countless nameless peaks in the northwest. He bowed his head slightly and bowed.

After the four of them entered the main camp, Zeng Ji didn't have time to relieve Dayu, so he walked straight to the hanging map, pointed to a place and asked: "Yuanyi, what you wrote in the military newspaper that there are a lot of traces of ice mining is here?" ”

"Yes," Zeng Qidao's voice was loud and clean. "It's very close to the Kingdom of Peace."

The countries of the Western Regions will not use troops to fight in winter, which is almost unwritten and tacit. The main reason for this is nothing more than bad weather, not to mention the inhospitability of war. Not to mention the battle between the two armies, even the wind and snow are extremely risky.

"Judging from the traces left behind, the scale of ice mining is very large, and my subordinates are worried that its use is unspeakable." Zeng Qidao continued.

Xiao Yizheng unloaded his big coat and was standing by the stove with his hands burning, when he heard this, he asked lightly: "How can you see it?" ”

Xie Changxin replied first: "Your Highness doesn't know, in the northwest, people will also collect some ice cubes after winter, which is quite useful, cooling and reducing swelling, stopping bleeding and treating scalds, all of which can be." But the people will never have such a large amount of ice. And according to the survey of the far wing, the tools used in this ice mining are not from the people. ”

Xiao Yizheng rolled up his sleeves, walked to the map, and said, "I have seen Major General Zeng's briefing" He turned sideways slightly, and asked Zeng Qidao: "Do you suspect that this is the Danda army in the Guiping Kingdom collecting ice?" ”

Zeng Qidao nodded without hesitation: "It is used to make 'weapons'."

Xie Changxin was afraid that Xiao Yizheng would not know, so he added: "Ice can become a sharp weapon. ”

Xiao Yizheng nodded, he thought of it, this is also a characteristic blade in the Extremely Cold Land. "It seems that Hurler is not in the country of peace at the moment."

Zeng Ji replied: "Now the representative of Danda in Guiping is the youngest daughter of Kuerle, Qiqina, and Kuerle's royal account is in Ulantu, and the minister has already ordered someone to investigate the situation of Danda's department again." ”

Xiao Yizheng was silent in thought.

Xie Changxin pondered: "Our army leveled Danda's Danda army in Gaofan and Kuli in one fell swoop, if it is said that Le can willingly endure defeat, it is impossible, but the minister still thinks that if he wants to fight Dacheng head-on, he also has to think about it a lot, it is not easy." ”

Zeng Ji nodded in agreement.

Xiao Yizheng turned around, changed his calmness, his complexion was much more relaxed, the corners of his mouth smiled, and he asked Zeng Qidao: "I don't know what Major General Zeng has to say?" ”

Zeng Qidao's throat moved, and he was silent for a while before he spoke: "When the last general first arrived in Beisu, he often talked to Brother Xie. He glanced at Xie Changxin and hurriedly explained: "The last general is talking about General Xie's nephew, and now Xie Zhi, the eldest son of Xie Zhizhou in Beisu. ”

Xiao Yizheng glanced at Xie Changxin, thinking that Xie Changwen of Beisu Prefecture is Xie Changxin's brother, and Brother Xie in Zeng Qidao's mouth should be Xie Badou in the mouth of the people of Beisu City, taking the meaning of his talent and high Badou.

He nodded and let him continue.

Zeng Qidao continued neatly: "The last general and Brother Xie have discussed the situation in Danda. Hukler sat on the throne of Danda through iron-blooded means, but in fact, although the Danda tribes were under his command, they were also afraid and afraid, and there were many internal contradictions. In fact, he urgently needed an external war to strengthen the unity of the Danda ministries. Therefore, he occupied Gao Fan and Kuli, and he may also be gambling that Dacheng would not send troops to help, but our army attacked quickly, breaking his plan and damaging his majesty. If the Danta tribe is united, perhaps they will accept this result and return to Ulantu; However, he was defeated in both battles, and the Admiral thought that this was even more detrimental to his rule over Dantad. At this time, he needed a higher-level war to consolidate his rule within the tribe. Therefore, the last general thought that even if he knew that this was a big gamble, he would suddenly use all his strength to attack Beisuzhou. ”

Zeng Ji covered his hands and frowned, and Xie Changxin sighed in thought.

Xiao Yizheng looked at Zeng Qidao with great appreciation, for a long time, and said slowly: "Major General Zeng has extraordinary opinions, and this king has been taught. ”

Zeng Qidao immediately leaned over and humbly said, "Your Highness is serious." ”

Xiao Yizheng took two steps forward and walked in front of him: "Tomorrow, this king wants to go out to inspect with the young general, so the young general should prepare." ”

Hearing this, Zeng Ji hurriedly spoke to stop: "Your Highness, no, now the climate is cold, and it is not suitable to travel; Besides, if you go in the direction of Guiping Kingdom, the safety of Your Highness is a big thing. ”

Xiao Yizheng smiled faintly; "Old general, there is still trade inside and outside the city, and I can't go if I can travel? Don't forget, the old general, I have traveled from the south to the north, and besides, there is a major general, it doesn't matter. I'm just looking around. ”

Xie Changxin also wanted to help persuade him, but was stopped by Xiao Yizheng raising his hand. "This matter is settled, if you are not at ease, you can arrange more people to follow me, as long as you think this team is not so eye-catching." After speaking, without waiting for their reactions, he fished over the big one that was resting on the Hu bed, and said with a smile: "Looking at the scenery of the Western Regions from the north of the mountain, not everyone has this opportunity, the beautiful scenery is in front of you, don't miss the good day." With that, he strode out of the camp.

The north looking mountain was covered with snow, and the north wind was whistling, and the face was painful, but the soldiers guarding the camp did not move, not moving an inch.

Xiao Yizheng's heart was moved, and he looked at the faces of the soldiers wrapped in fur hats around him one by one, and then walked forward, stopped under a poplar tree, and looked around. The mountains in the distance are covered with snow, there are no birds, and there are no people, but the earth is vast, the sky is high and the clouds are light, clean and clear.

He took a deep breath, the smell in the air was thought-provoking and open-minded. Then look up at the branches of the poplar around you, it is also Yinqiong's winter clothes, the beauty of the proud bones of the wind, the beauty of the unique. It is said that Populus euphratica is born and does not die for a thousand years, dies for a thousand years and does not fall, and does not rot for a thousand years, which is really an unyielding and tenacious life that lives wantonly and chic.

Somehow, Qingxi's bright and bright smiling face appeared in front of his eyes. His Ah Heng is actually living a warm and splendid life, if she is here, she must also love the pure and romantic world in front of her.

"Your Highness is really enjoying the view." Zeng Qidao's voice came from behind him.

He tilted his head slightly and said with a smile: "Yuanyi is definitely not here to see the beautiful scenery." He raised his hand and motioned for Zeng Qidao to step forward. Let's talk about the old days first. ”

Zeng Qidao walked up to him and said with a smile: "I am full of expectations when I learn that His Royal Highness is coming to the northwest. Come to think of it, the thieves of the day are vivid. But His Highness really came, but he never had a chance to have a good chat with His Highness. ”

Xiao Yizheng patted his arm twice, and looked into the distance again.

"Why did Your Highness go to inspect it yourself? Do you want to check something for yourself? ”

"If I say I want to see the beautiful scenery that can make Ah Heng cry, do you believe it?"

Zeng Qidao was stunned. Ah Heng? It's Cheonggye.

Xiao Yizheng glanced at him sideways, and said with a smile: "She once looked at the painting you sent her and cried. ”

A touch of soft color appeared on Zeng Qidao's face carved by wind and frost, and the light in his eyes was no longer single and resolute, but became complex and soft. "Heng'er, she ......" couldn't help but suddenly realize something, hurriedly closed his mouth, bowed and explained humbly: "Your Highness forgives your sins." The last general and the princess have known each other for a long time, and they have just ignored etiquette and righteousness, which is very disrespectful. ”

Xiao Yizheng stretched out his hand and patted his hand arched in front of him, and said gently: "When we met, you didn't have so many courtesies. ”

"This time, that time. I didn't know the identity of His Royal Highness that day, but I could call him a brother. Later, when I learned of His Royal Highness's identity, I had respect in my heart. ”

"Can we still be honest with each other and make friends now?" Xiao Yizheng turned sideways and looked at him deeply.

Zeng Qidao's hands tightened, he was silent for a while, and raised his eyes and replied: "Yes." ”

Xiao Yizheng's eyes were slightly bent, and he laughed heartily unabashedly. After a long time, he whispered, "She misses you very much." ”

Zeng Qidao's heart moved, the corners of his mouth moved, his throat swallowed, and finally asked, "How is she?" ”

Xiao Yizheng's eyelashes moved slightly, looked at the poplar beside him, and said in a deep voice: "Actually, I don't know how to answer your question." ”

"Is she bad? What happened? Zeng Qidao's tone was undisguised anxious.

"Yuanyi, you suddenly left Shangdu and came to Beisu that day because of my marriage to her, right?"

Zeng Qidao paused, looked at Xiao Yizheng, and saw on his face that there was only sincerity, sincerity reflected by the pure white color behind him. He nodded slightly, and said frankly.

"Is it because you don't want to see her marry into the palace with your own eyes, or because you want to come to the northwest to make some achievements and then go back?"

Zeng Qidao's mouth opened and closed, but he didn't know what to say, looking embarrassed.

"Yuanyi, the person standing in front of you at this moment is only your friend Xiao Yizheng, not the Heng King of Dacheng."

Seeing that Zeng Qidao was silent, he laughed self-deprecatingly: "Maybe it should be said that I am the same as you at the moment, just an ordinary man who loves her and longs for her to pursue her and wants to accompany her." ”

Zeng Qidao frowned and looked at him in surprise.

"If she chooses you, I will do it."