Although the city was built by the Han people, it has been used by the Qiang people almost all in the past year.

The Qiang people's craftsmanship in building houses is not good, and many houses have fallen into disrepair and leakage, and are dilapidated; In addition, they have not yet developed good living habits, and it is common for them to relieve themselves anywhere, so the whole city is filled with a pungent commotion.

It was the height of summer, and the filth that spread all over the city was not only unsightly, but even a major hidden danger for the disease.

Jiang Wei took the opportunity to repair the street shops and renovate the environmental sanitation in the city.

More than ten days later, when Yueji, Yadan, and Ke 13 arrived in Luoyang through thick and thin, what greeted them was a different scene.

When they entered the city, they saw that the main street between the gate and the public office had been cleared and became very wide and tidy, and it was possible to ride six horses in parallel, and the filth was long gone; On both sides of the row are rows of shops, the walls have long been re-plastered with lime, and there are people who bring large and small and dazzling goods into the shops for display.

There were several latrines in the shadows of the streets, and soldiers were patrolling the streets, and when they saw someone looking like they were going to be relieved, they drove him to the latrines.

This scene was unheard of, and the three of them were amazed, and went straight to the office.

When passing through the small square in front of the office, I saw hundreds of Qiang soldiers under the command of Ma Dai, neatly lined up in a phalanx and practicing weapons; Looking at their expressions, they were all full of energy, and they were already sweating profusely under the sun, but their movements were still meticulous.

In Yue Ji's impression, the discipline of the Qiang soldiers has always been loose, and most of the battles on weekdays are about who is brave and who rushes first; Who rushed first, who had the most loot, and when had you ever seen such a well-trained appearance of the Qiang soldiers?

When he looked at the group intently, he realized that these people in front of him were the mountain cavalry soldiers under his command, and he was so shocked that his eyes were about to fall.

In a trance, Ma Dai noticed them, so he stepped forward and arched his hand, and greeted: "The three brothers are back?" ”

The three hurriedly dismounted and bowed in return.

Yue Ji exclaimed: "General Ma actually has a way to make this group of rabbit cubs obedient?" ”

Ma Dai laughed and said: "Hanzhong has sent six hundred long knives, these Qiang soldiers have never seen such a sharp weapon, everyone wants it." In view of this, one family only said that the best 600 people were eligible to wear it, so it was impossible for them to be disobedient and practice. ”

Yue Ji suddenly realized and said, "I see! ”

The craftsmanship of the Han people in making weapons is extraordinary, who as a warrior does not want to have it? It's no wonder they tried so hard.

But Yadan has a deep meaning.

The newly established mountain riders have a total of 800 people, and each person has 800 handles, but the Han people only prepared 600 handles, which must have their considerations-

If the number of weapons is large, everyone has a share, and the Qiang soldiers may not be obedient; If the number is small, some Qiang soldiers who believe in their low skills will also lose their enterprising spirit.

And this time, no more, no less, just six hundred stalks have been prepared, which gives everyone the illusion that there is a chance to be rewarded, and this illusion will spur them to obey

In fact, according to the strength of the Han people, there is no difficulty in making an additional 200 handles.

Thinking of this, Yadan said awe-inspiring in his heart: "This must be a plan that Jiang Wei's kid came up with." This person is young, but his mind is so deep, it really can't be underestimated! ”

At this time, Ma Dai stretched out his arm and pointed to the office and said, "Boyo is handling the official documents inside, you should hurry up and report the results of this trip." ”

Everyone said goodbye to Ma Dai, walked towards the office, and walked to the duty room, but saw Jiang Wei neatly dressed and writing official documents at the desk. Everyone bowed down and bowed to their chests with their palms.

Jiang Wei put down the brush in his hand and said with a smile: "The three brothers have worked hard all the way, sit down and talk. After speaking, he immediately beckoned Jiang Wu behind him to serve them wine.

After everyone sat down in turn to drink, Yadan immediately said: "I have traveled through the thirteen tribes of Wudu and Wolf Qiang in more than ten days, conveyed the two things of the alliance to discuss the Baimayi people and the exchange of the two things, and also delivered all the general's gifts, and all the patriarchs are willing to participate in the alliance, and they will all arrive in Luoyang on time." ”

This is the proper meaning of the question, Jiang Wei was not too surprised, and only nodded when he heard the words. He was more concerned about Arden's reaction, and then asked about Arden's movements.

Yadan recounted the visit to Chiting at the moment, and said at the end: "We pull people under Arden's nose, according to Arden's behavior, he doesn't know it, forget it, once he knows, he will definitely come to ask for an explanation!" ”

Jiang Wei bowed his head and said: "It's so best, I'm afraid he won't come." ”

After a pause, he clenched his fists and said: "The brothers have really worked the long journey, I have already prepared a banquet in the backyard, you go and use some to relieve your fatigue first." Hmm, Brother Ke stays for the time being. ”

After seeing Yadan and Yue Ji get up and say goodbye and leave, Jiang Wei turned to Ke Shisan and asked in a low voice, "Are these two people honest along the way?" ”

Ke 13 thought for a while and replied: "Yue Ji's words focus on the overall situation everywhere, and he is obviously sincere surrender. But Yadan has always said good things for Yarasuo, and may have selfish intentions. ”

Jiang Wei nodded and said, "It's okay." As long as Yue Ji is obedient, after all, he has to be in charge of the army. As for Yadan, he had his own way to beat it, which just extinguished his mind. ”

After a pause, he said: "In the past few days, the guests of all the departments will come one after another, but it is not very convenient for me to come forward, and then I have to work hard, Brother Ke, you have the full authority to contact the guests of the various departments on behalf of General Zuo." ”

Ke Shisanqi said: "There are still a few days before the day of the alliance, how can there be guests arriving in these days?" ”

Jiang Wei patted him on the shoulder and said, "The earliest group of guests, I'm afraid they will arrive tonight." We'll see. ”

******

That night, a bonfire was lit in the city of Luoyang, and the three people who had worked hard for nearly half a month were picked up and washed the dust. Except for Wei Rong, who was still patrolling outside, all the people in the city were all there.

The three of them had a light on their faces, and they all drank a lot of wine.

While the banquet was joyful, Jiang Wei beckoned Yue Ji to him and said with a smile:

"Brother Yueji, a certain general who previously expressed you as a Han general to the court and military advisors has now obtained the consent of the military advisors. Today, when you return from your mission, I will officially represent the court and appoint you as the chief general of the mountain horse, and I hope that you will serve the court in the future. ”

Ma Dai also patted his arm and said with a smile: "From tomorrow, the Yueji brothers can come to the army, and a certain family will instruct you on the method of daily training, and after that, this team will be under your jurisdiction." ”

Yue Ji was stunned when he heard this, in his opinion, Jiang Wei and Ma Dai trained the mountain rider so well, they must have the intention of annexation, and they didn't want to say that they would give up their power today.

When he was stunned, Jiang Wei suddenly took out a big knife that was more than three feet long, more than a foot long, the head was a big ring, and the blade was dark and shiny, handed it to him, and said with a smile:

"Since you are a warrior of the Great Han, it is not appropriate to always use a big hammer. This horse chopping knife is made by a master craftsman Pu Yuan, weighing 50 catties, can you try it? ”

The weight, length, and format are all very wishy-washy, Yue Ji holds the knife in his hand, his mind is a little sudden, his chest seems to be blocked, and he can't tell whether he is moved or uncomfortable, and his eyes are full of tears unconsciously.

Standing for a long time, Fang Chang took a breath, knelt on the ground, kowtowed respectfully three times, and said awe-inspiringly: "The little people in the border field are more auspicious, if you don't serve the Han and the general wholeheartedly from now on, dare to let the thunder chop to death, drown in water, and burn to death by fire!" ”

Jiang Wei and Ma Dai looked at each other and smiled, and they both stepped forward to help him up, and said a few words of relief, and sat down again.

At this time, a trace of discomfort flashed on Yadan's face, looking at Jiang Wei's cold gaze occasionally, as if he had read the silent warning that seemed to be absent.

******

After thirty years of drinking, just as he was about to finish, he suddenly heard a rapid sound of horses' hooves, which was especially abrupt in the empty night.

Everyone was restless and couldn't help but stop and wait.

After dozens of breaths, Wei Rong, who was in charge of patrolling the city, appeared in front of everyone and said urgently:

"There are a few Qiang people who claim to be members of the Chiting tribe who are knocking on the door, only saying that the tribe was attacked by the Yaden tribe, and they desperately fled to Luoyang, asking us to uphold justice for them!"

When Ke 13 heard this, he immediately thought of Jiang Wei's prediction during the day, and was shocked, and said in his heart: "Didn't he expect this to teach Brother Jiang?" Don't... Could it be that he sent us to the Chiting Division, and he already had such a plan......"

The more he thought about it, the more frightened he became, but the more he couldn't express such doubts anyway.

At this time, Yue Ji was full of anger and shouted: "Yes, it should be Arden who learned about the alliance and deliberately drove out the Chiting Tribe!" General, this is because of us, and we must not ignore them! ”

"Tube! Why not? Jiang Wei sneered, pulled out his feet and left: "Let's go, go and see!" ”