Such an army is the most conspicuous sign wherever it goes, so Zhou Xiaocao didn't think about hiding it from anyone at all. Liu Minghui: If they want to know the way, let them know the way. It's just that they can't think of the way Liu Ming's ideal method of "making money" will be so ingenious.

Along the way, the local post stations basically didn't say a word, so they arranged food and lodging for this group of sergeants, and the only thing they looked forward to was that these uncles should leave quickly! Fortunately, Zhou Xiaocao and they had a task and did not stay in any place.

But that's it, the evil forces in some places, such as those gangs that have become some climates, and those bandits, are scared enough, and they think that the imperial court has sent troops to exterminate them. But while they were trembling and preparing to resist or surrender, the army drove through without stopping, giving them a false alarm.

Ten days later, I finally came to Xingyang.

Xingyang is an ancient town. According to the Yellow River, it has famous passes such as Tiger Prison Pass, and its geographical location is extremely dangerous. It is also the hometown of Chinese poetry, and it is the birthplace of the surname Zheng, and there is a saying among the people that "the Zheng family in the world is out of Xingyang".

Bishan is still a long way from Xingyang Town, so they plan to rest here first, and by the way, inquire about the general situation of the bandits in Bishan.

Due to the large number of people, Zhou Xiaocao scattered them all, changed into ordinary clothes, and could not all enter the city. If they all entered the city, so many people suddenly came out, it would have alerted those bandits. They can develop and grow under the noses of the local government, and they must still have two brushes.

Four thousand people dispersed, and Zhou Xiaocao made an agreement with them. Tomorrow evening, we will meet at the foot of the mountain. Instructed them not to reveal the identity of the forbidden army. This group of people has been marching rapidly, and it has consumed a lot of physical strength. It is time to take advantage of these two days to rest and recuperate, so as to prepare for tomorrow night's battle. And for those soldiers, they can finally be released from military affairs, and they can take a good rest without being too constrained. So they scattered in groups to many villages under Xingyang, which didn't look so abrupt.

In the Zhongwang Mansion, Liu Minghui, who was half-lying in a chair, listened to the report of his subordinates, and said to the Wang Party faction full of rooms: "Zhou Xiaocao gave up the rapid march and was reduced to zero in Xingyang. What exactly is he trying to do? ”

Master Ma, who has always been a slave of the royal dog, explained: "The Yellow River is a very important passage for Cao Yun in the Central Plains. ”

At this time, there was still water in the Yellow River, and the amount of water was not small. Unlike Zhou Xiaocao's time and space, let alone boats in the Yellow River, it is difficult to say whether people can swim over. The sand diggers drove their tractors down into the Yellow River, a narrow road made of sand and muddy water on both sides of the road. That's thrilling and exciting.

Liu Minghui yawned and asked, "Do our people have any movements in the Yellow River?" ”

Master Ma said, "No! Please rest assured, now that our people are hidden, it is not yet the moment for the outbreak of Cao Yun. It was impossible for Xiaocao to suddenly make a move against Cao Yun that week. ”

Liu Minghui said: "However, when Zhou Xiaocao's kid set off, he clearly said that he was out to make money. Could they be preparing to raise the three million taels of silver for emergency relief? ”

Master Ma nodded and said, "It's also very possible." It's just that I don't know what is the way they make money this time? That guy is always confusing. On the first day of leading the troops, he took 4,000 people to eat, and I really don't understand what this guy wants to do. ”

There was an official next to him who agreed with Ma Daren's statement: "That's right! That week, Xiaocao always acted in a unique way, and it was not an exaggeration to think that he had done something even more ridiculous. Hehe, this will be beneficial to us, the emperor is full of such imbeciles, and our chances of success will be greatly increased! ”

Seeing that someone agreed with his point of view, Master Ma stroked his beard and smiled.

Some people also questioned: "Lord, please forgive your subordinates for saying bluntly, the emperor is becoming more and more popular now, we can't take too long to do things, otherwise, I'm afraid of accidents!" ”

Liu Minghui waved his hand and said: "These things, you can just discuss them, with you here, this king is very relieved!" ”

The subordinate asked with concern: "Lord Wang, why is your body always yawning lately, is it that you haven't rested well at night, do you want to find a doctor to take a look?" ”

Liu Minghui was a little angry and said, "Don't worry about things that shouldn't be worrying about you!" Does this king have any things to do at night, and do he want to report them to you? ”

The man hurriedly arched his hand and said, "Don't dare!" ”

Master Ma said: "Lord Wang, please calm his anger, he also cares about the prince's body, right?" The subordinates also want to remind the prince that you must pay attention to your body, you are the hope of all of us! ”

The same words, the same meaning, in other words, Liu Minghui was able to accept it, so he nodded and said: "Okay, this king will pay attention!" In fact, this king is just not resting well, it is not a serious illness, you don't have to worry. ”

The man who spoke before said again: "I have studied medicine for a few days, and the eyes of the prince Yintang are black, and my eyes are sleepy, I'm afraid that I don't have some disease, right?" ”

Liu Minghui was furious, stood up and scolded: "Bastard! What disease can this king have? Are you smarter than a doctor? There are four imperial doctors in this king's mansion, can't they compare to you? Dare to talk nonsense again, believe it or not, this king will kill you? ”

The man was so frightened that he took half a step back, hiding in the crowd, not daring to speak.

Liu Minghui sat back in the chair and suddenly whispered: "The fox spirit is charming."

The people looked at each other, not knowing why the loyal prince suddenly mentioned this word. When everyone was confused and embarrassed, someone at the door reported: "Lord Wang, Xie Bingzhou asks to see." ”

Liu Minghui stood up, his eyes narrowed. Hearing the name Xie Bingzhou, he couldn't help but think of Xie Qiuyan's girl. Xie Qiuyan, in terms of appearance, is impeccable, and because he has studied Confucian culture with his father Xie Bingzhou since he was a child, the kind of gentleness and elegance that comes out of his bones is enough to fascinate thousands of men. But that's not all, the most important thing is that kind of rebellion in her heart, yes, playful, that's the word! At that autumn poetry party, Xie Qiuyan and Zhou Xiaocao almost had a big fight, and that kind of pungent energy made Liu Minghui look at her with admiration. Then, Captain Lan told him that Xie Bingzhou had plans to marry his daughter to him, which led him to never forget. It was only later that Zheng Zheng's incident happened, which caused the two sides to turn against each other.

And now, since he had that vixen, Liu Minghui has no interest in any other woman. Xie Qiuyan, I just think she's a pink skeleton!

A person said: "Lord, that Xie Bingzhou was originally the prefect of Cangzhou, but he was suddenly dismissed by the emperor, so he turned to the prince." seems to be such a repeated villain, the prince still doesn't believe him. ”

Liu Minghui said: "It's okay, anyway, we don't have more than him, and we don't have a lot less of him." ”

"Lord, no!"

Master Ma stood up and said: "Lord Wang, please think about it, at present, we do not have enough strength to compete with the emperor, and anyone's refuge is good news for us." Although Xie Bingzhou can't be completely trusted, he has now come to take refuge, and if we reject him, I'm afraid it will block the way of other centrists who fall to us. ”

Another person said: "Master Ma is reasonable, and his subordinates think so too. ”

Master Ma arched his hand and said: "Please think twice!" ”

Liu Minghui thought for a while, waved his hand and said, "Just according to what Master Ma said, go and call him in." ”

Soon, Xie Bingzhou appeared in front of everyone in a regular suit. walked in front of Liu Minghui, bowed and said, "Xie Bingzhou has seen Prince Zhong, Prince Jin'an!" ”

Liu Minghui said lazily: "Well, you come, what's the matter?" ”

Xie Bingzhou said: "I'm here to report Zhou Xiaocao's matter to the prince!" (To be continued......)

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