A pouring rain came suddenly.

The drought, which lasted for nearly three and a half months, was relieved a lot at once with a heavy rain. Seeing that the beginning of autumn is approaching, this rain came in a particularly timely manner. The hot air suddenly became much cooler, and the water was boiling, roaring and rushing, flowing towards the great river.

Early in the morning, the rain stopped.

A thin mist floats in the air, like a fairyland.

Cao Peng urged the horse to the embankment, looking at the rolling eastward water, his thoughts came and went.

Three months ago, he had been standing here, when the northern lieutenant of Luoyang was still Zhu Zan; Now, he is standing here again, but Zhu Zan has returned to his hometown, and he will become the new lieutenant of the northern part of Luoyang. There is no need for anyone to remind him, Cao Peng also knows the meaning of this northern lieutenant of Luoyang. Don't look at it as just a sesame official with a real 300 stones, if it is placed in the later generations, it will be equivalent to the director of the Yanjing branch bureau in the later generations, at least a department-level cadre...... Cao Peng couldn't help but feel strange in his heart, and a playful smile flashed on his face.

"Childe, the gate of Luoyang City has been opened, we should enter the city!"

Xia Houlan urged the horse to the bottom of the embankment and reminded him respectfully.

Cao Peng took a deep breath, turned his horse's head and rushed down the embankment, "Let's go, let's go into the city!" ”

—————————————————————————————— early morning sun, after being washed by the rain, it looks extraordinarily clean.

Early in the morning, dozens of water trucks were lining up inside the city gate, waiting to leave the city and draw water to the western mountains. It is also a privilege enjoyed by the rich and powerful. Although there is well water in their homes, most of these rich and powerful people do not drink the well water at home, but order their families to go out of the city every day and take spring water from the mountains to drink. Xishan, that is, the Longmen Mountain of Luoyang in later generations. The springs in the mountains are staggered, but most of them are owned by owners. Eating big river fish and leading the west landscape is a fashion for the people of Luoyang, and it is also a kind of elegance...... "Who is in front of you, live in a horse." ”

When Cao Peng and his entourage arrived at the north gate of Luoyang, the doorman stepped forward to stop them.

Xia Houlan urged him to step forward, "The new lieutenant of the northern part of Luoyang has come to take office, and he will not give way immediately." ”

"The new lieutenant of the northern part of Luoyang?"

The doorman was stunned and hurriedly returned to the doorman.

After a while, I saw an old soldier hurriedly step forward and follow Xiahoulan to Cao Pengma.

"How can you be so strict in and out of Luoyang?"

"Lord Huibei, this new law of the Luoyang Order, there are twenty gates in the four cities of Luoyang, and only two gates are open in each city, and the inventory will be strengthened to avoid entering and exiting at night."

"Chen Yuyang has arrived?"

"Lord Hui Bei, the new Luoyang Commander has arrived three days ago."

It seems that Chen Qun is under a lot of pressure.

Otherwise, it would not have made such a big move as soon as he came over.

Cao Peng said in a deep voice: "In this way, quickly open the way, I still need to visit the new Yang Ling, and I can't stay here for a long time." ”

"Whoa!"

The old army hurriedly complied, returned to the city gate, and urged the guards to drive away the water cart behind the city gate and make way for it.

Who knows, as soon as this military order came out, the coachmen who drew water immediately blew up the nest.

"Why should we give way?"

"Yes, why did we wait?"

"What about the northern lieutenant of Luoyang? There's always to be a first-come-first-served ...... If the time is delayed, my lord will blame it, and you can't afford to eat. ”

The last time he came to Luoyang, Cao Peng didn't feel so much trouble.

Unexpectedly, when I came over this time, I encountered such a thing before I entered the city.

The big men in Luoyang seem to be too arrogant. A group of subordinates who draw water dare to confront the officials of the imperial court?

Cao Peng's face sank suddenly, and he said coldly: "Ziyou, don't ignore these people and rush over to me." ”

Xia Houlan didn't say a word, and led Feiwei to rush into the city gate. I saw him take out the two dragon scales, fly up and down, and beat the people who were drawing water to the point of holding their heads. Fortunately, Cao Peng also knew the severity, so Xiahoulan didn't hurt people's lives, but just drove people away.

In a few moments, the road was cleared.

Cao Peng led Bu Luan and Guo Huan and urged the horses into the city.

"Old Army."

"Yes."

Menbo was also frightened by this Cao Peng's sudden attack, and hurriedly stepped forward.

"How is the entrance and exit of this city gate managed?"

"Back to my lord, the entry and exit of the carriages and horses at the city gate must be registered."

"It's also Chen Yuyang's decree?"

"Exactly."

Cao Peng didn't ask anymore, looked at the long convoy lined up at the city gate, and couldn't help frowning.

But he didn't say anything, just took the people and walked away. Looking at the back of Cao Peng and his party, the old soldier suddenly smiled...... "Uncle Men, why are you laughing?" ”

"This new northern lord looks different from the previous northern ones."

A doorman couldn't help but be stunned.

After Cao Peng entered the city, he urged the horse to go along the wet long street to the Luoyang Command Office. The Luoyang Commander's Office, both set up in the north of Luoyang, and the Northern Governor's Office, are only separated by two streets. In contrast, Luoyang Beili is close to the North Palace. Among them, the Wumen Street, which leads directly to the Chang Gate, is under the rule of Beili.

Although he knew Chen Qun, Cao Peng must abide by this basic etiquette.

It stands to reason that he has already obtained the Northern Lieutenant's Seal, and he can go directly to the Northern Lieutenant's Office first.

But Cao Peng still decided to visit Chen Qun first.

This is officialdom etiquette, and Cao Peng must abide by it. Otherwise, even if he is familiar with Chen Qun, there will be a gap between him.

The group stopped in front of the official office of the Luoyang Order, only to see that the gate of the official office was closed.

Xia Houlan dismounted, jumped on the doorstep, and knocked on the door.

After a while, a servant came out of it, "Why knock at the door?" ”

"Please tell Chen Luoyang, just say that the new Luoyang Cao Beibei came to ask for a meeting."

"Cao Beibei?"

The servant looked down the doorsteps, and suddenly showed a smile, "My lord commanded, if Cao Beibei arrives, please go to the flower hall to rest first." ”

Cao Peng dismounted, threw the reins to a flying man, and took Guo Huan and Bu Luan to the doorstep.

Under the guidance of the servants, he walked through the front hall and came to the flower hall in the backyard. Someone had already passed Chen Qun, and when Cao Peng didn't sit in the flower hall for a long time, he heard a rush of footsteps outside the hall. Chen Qun walked into the flower hall with a tired look, and when he saw Cao Peng, he stepped forward and hugged Cao Peng without saying a word. Cao Peng is also about 173 tall now, but compared to Chen Qun, he still seems to have lowered his head...... "Ah Fu, you are finally here." ”

Chen Qun's unexpected enthusiasm made Cao Peng feel unbearable.

"Brother Chen, what's wrong with you?"

Chen Qun let out a sigh, "You are here, I can finally relax." ”

Cao Peng, with a blank face.

At this time, Chen Qun also regained the elegant posture that Cao Peng was familiar with, and gave up his seat.

He looked at the two little maids standing behind Cao Peng, pointed at Cao Peng and said with a smile: "I know that if you say that you will enjoy the most in this world, there is nothing more than you Cao Youxue." Hehe, even if you go to study under Mr. Kong Ming, you have to bring a beautiful girl like flowers and jade. ”

Bu Luan and Guo Huan blushed and lowered their heads.

Cao Peng couldn't cry or laugh, "Brother Chen, you don't want to cancel me."

I have come on a long journey and braved the heavy rain, but you ...... Well, if you're okay, I'll go back to the Northern Command's Office first. ”

"Who said it's okay, I've been waiting for you for three days before you came over, how can it be okay?"

Chen Qun immediately shouted, but his eyes inadvertently swept Guo Huan and Bu Luan.

Cao Peng immediately understood what he meant, turned his head and said, "Xiaoluan, Xiaohuan, you go out first, Brother Chen and I have something to say." ”

"Yes!"

The two little maids also knew that at this time, they were not suitable to stay here, so they withdrew from the flower hall.

After Guo Huan and Bu Luan withdrew, Chen Qun looked solemn, got up and shook his hand to Cao Peng, "Ah Fu, I want to apologize to you first." ”

"Brother Chen, which one are you singing?"

Chen Qun said: "I know that you are studying now. It is also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to worship under Mr. Kong Ming, but I asked Sikong to let you come and help. It is a great sin to disturb your schoolwork. Being a brother is also a last resort...... And for it. ”

"Brother Chen, what are you talking about?"

Cao Peng's face sank, "It is natural to eat the monarch and share the worries for the monarch." Besides, even if you don't look for me, my fourth brother died so bizarrely, I will definitely come out to find out...... However, it was you who recommended me? How did I hear that it was Guo Sacrifice Wine? ”

Chen Qun said with a smile: "Feng Xiao also likes you to be the northern lieutenant." So after I proposed it to Sikong, Bonghyo immediately agreed. ”

"Why me?"

Chen Qun walked over and sat down next to Cao Peng.

"Others don't know what you're capable of, but I do.

When you were in Haixi, peeling off the cocoon and finding out the mystery of Haixi, I knew your ability. Speaking from the bottom of my heart, Cao Gong asked me to take over the Yang Order, and I was really a little apprehensive. Zhu Gongzuo walked strangely, and there seems to be a big secret hidden in this Luoyang City. When I checked the case in the Sikong Mansion, I felt that Gong Zuo's death was definitely not a personal vendetta, and I was afraid that there was something else hidden. Although Wen Ruo recommended me, I knew that my strength was not here, and I needed someone to help, so I thought of you. ”

"Do you also think that my fourth brother is leaving strangely?"

Chen Qun nodded, "Very strange. ”

"How?"

"I came to Luoyang for three days and almost didn't do anything. In addition to ordering martial law at the city gates, most of the time is spent checking the case.

Before Zhu Gongzuo died, he blocked the Luoshui River, saying that he was looking for a corpse? This matter, has something to do with you? ”

Cao Peng was excited, shivered, and nodded.

He repeated what had happened that night. Strange to say, after three and a half months, the circumstances of the case that night seem to be clearer. Cao Peng spoke in great detail, and Chen Qun listened very carefully. After Cao Peng finished speaking, he bowed his head and said after pondering for a long time: "Ah Fu, what you said is indeed a bit strange...... Before Zhu Gongzuo died, he transferred all the cases of the county government, and he didn't know what he was looking for. I think, is there something related to this? ”

"It's hard to say!"

Cao Peng thought for a while, "I still don't know what the specific situation is, so it's hard to draw conclusions." ”

"Ah Fu, you must help me this time." Chen Qun sighed and patted Cao Peng's shoulder, "After I came to Luoyang, I realized that this Luoyang City is extremely complicated. The forces of various parties are intertwined, and I don't know how to start......"

At this moment, I suddenly heard a commotion outside the door.

Chen Qun couldn't help frowning, and a touch of anger appeared on his delicate cheeks.

He stood up, strode out of the flower hall, and shouted, "Who is making a noise here? ”

An old butler looked panicked and walked forward quickly.

"Master, it's not good." "What's the matter?"

"Lieutenant North, the Lieutenant of the North's Office is out of water."

"Huh?"

When Chen Qun heard this, he couldn't help but be startled, "You say it again?" ”

"The northern lieutenant yamen is out of the water......

Chen Qun's cheeks twitched and he turned around.

Cao Peng listened very well inside, and his eyes couldn't help but narrow. He walked up to Chen Qun and tugged at Chen Qun's sleeve.

"Brother Chen, let's go over and have a look."

"Good!"

Chen Qun immediately ordered someone to prepare a horse, and Cao Peng took Guo Huan and Bu Luan out of the gate of the Luoyang Lingfu Mansion. Standing on the doorstep, I saw smoke billowing in the distance, and there were faint bursts of shouting.

Xiahou Lan stepped forward and was about to speak, but was stopped by Cao Peng waving his hand.

"Ziyou, it looks like someone wants me to look good."

"Childe, what should we do?"

"Don't worry, go over and check the situation first."

After that, Cao Peng turned over and got on the horse, and Chen Qun also rode over at this time. Neither of them said a word, just nodded, turned their horses and headed for the northern lieutenant yamen.

While walking, Chen Qun also asked, "Ah Fu, who is so bold?" ”

"I don't know who is so bold, but I do know that someone must be unable to sit still."

"Oh?"

"If you don't burn it in the morning, you won't burn it in the evening...... Cao Peng sneered, "It's just that I entered the city with my front foot, and the northern Weiyamen with my back foot went to the water, which is too much of a coincidence." However, this also shows that some people are weak in their hearts. Otherwise, I wouldn't have used such lame means to give me a horse. ”

"You're not angry?"

Cao Peng didn't answer, and his expression was extraordinarily calm.

———————————————————————————————————— the front hall of the Wei Yamen in the north, thick smoke billowed from it.

The servants of the yatang ran and shouted, carrying buckets to put out the fire. By the time Chen Qun and Cao Peng arrived outside the yatang, the fire had basically been contained.

"It's the water in the warehouse, and it is estimated that it was caused by people's carelessness."

A servant came over to report, and Chen Qun couldn't help but be furious.

"Is there only a warehouse that goes through the water?"

"Yes."

Cao Peng nodded, and went down the door.

When he stood at the gate of the Weiyatang in the north, he suddenly had endless emotion.

Three and a half months ago, he and Zhu Zan walked into the northern Weiya Hall together, talking and laughing. At that time, Zhu Zan's wife and children came out to greet him, and he teased the baby for a while. How do you know, it's only been three and a half months, and the Weiyatang in the north of Luoyang is already a matter of things...... "Brother Chen, where are my fourth sister-in-law and my nephew now?" ”

"Gongzuo's wife and children have returned to Xudu, and now they live in Zidan Mansion......"

"Well, at least it won't frighten my sister-in-law and nephew. Otherwise, I will feel even more guilty. ”

Cao Peng whispered, and the person had come to the front of the warehouse.

Smoke was still rising from the storeroom, and a choking smell was in the air. The huge treasury was not completely burned, only a small part was burned black. Cao Peng frowned, covered his nose and walked over, wandering in a mess for a moment, his face becoming more and more cold.

"Cao Beibei, how's it going?"

In front of outsiders, Chen Qun will still call Cao Peng according to the etiquette system.

Cao Peng sneered: "This is not walking water, but someone deliberately set it on fire...... Whoever comes, immediately check the loss of the treasury and report it to me as soon as possible. ”

After speaking, he walked to Chen Qun's side and was silent.

"What are you going to do?" Chen Qun also had a solemn expression.

Exhaling a breath of turbidity, Cao Peng said softly: "Since people have already made a move, how can I not express it?" ”

(To be continued)