Chapter 44: The Feast of the Hung Gate (1)
Soon, Lu Bu held a banquet because of his young son's full moon, and widely sent invitations, and people with heads and faces in Moling and important positions in official positions were all invited. The whole Lu Mansion is lit up and beaming. Of course, this is only on the surface.
Zhang Langshen knew that there were fierce waves inside, and there was an untold conspiracy slowly advancing.
Seeing that the time of the banquet was getting closer and closer, Zhang Lang's mood suddenly became a little uneasy, and he always felt that he had missed something.
The careful Yang Rong also noticed Zhang Lang's abnormality, and while helping him tidy up his clothes, she asked, "Husband, what's wrong?" ”
Zhang Lang frowned and pondered: "I always feel that things are not so simple, it seems that there is still a certain part of the plan that we have not figured out." ”
Yang Rong was also a little worried: "Since it feels unsafe, it's better to push it, don't forget it." ”
Zhang Lang said resolutely: "No, you must go." ”
Yang Rong said with a worried look on her face: "What if it ......?"
Zhang Lang brutally interrupted Yang Rong's words and said, "I'll be careful, I want to see what tricks Lu Bu can play." ”
Yang Rong still wanted to say something, but at this time, Han Juzi came in and said respectfully: "Lord, the sedan chair is ready." ”
Zhang Lang comforted Yang Rong and said, "Then I'll go first, your husband will do things, you can rest assured." After speaking, Zhang Lang also made an "ok" hand gesture and gave Yang Rong a smile. That's when the meteor came out in stride.
Yang Rong sighed, just to let him go.
Before Zhang Lang stepped out of the mansion, suddenly a small soldier rushed out of the garden and blocked Zhang Lang.
Han Juzi moved his feet for the first time, protecting him in front of Zhang Lang, holding the weapon with his right hand, and there was a possibility of pulling it out at any time, he looked vigilant and said in a fierce voice: "Which slave is so bold, do you want to be unfavorable to the lord?" ”
The other eight eagle guards immediately dispersed and formed an encirclement of the creep, and if he made any move, he was sure that he would be attacked from all directions.
Zhang Lang's heart was also jumping, but after seeing his eyes clearly, he couldn't help but lose his voice and said, "Miss Zhen, how could it be you?" ”
It turned out to be Zhen Mi, but she was strange, wearing the military uniform of Zhang Lang's attendants for the first time, and stood there with a proud face.
Zhang Lang looked up and down carefully, and couldn't help but praise: "What a peerless beautiful man, even if you dress as a man, you are still outstanding and personable, I am afraid that Pan An is alive and Song Yu is reborn, I believe it is nothing more than that." If Miss Zhen often disguises herself as a man to walk in and out in the future, it is estimated that the women in the entire Moling will suffer from lovesickness from now on, and they will not be able to sleep at night. ”
Zhen Mi was obviously mentally prepared for Zhang Lang's comments, although he didn't pay much attention to it, but the corners of his mouth still showed a slight smile: "Has the general finished speaking?" With that said, let's go. ”
It was only at this time that Han Juzi breathed a sigh of relief, and withdrew from the frame with a few eagle guards, Zhen Mi had also met him a few times, and she also knew a little about her entangled relationship with Zhang Lang.
Zhang Lang was curious: "Miss Zhen, don't you want to be with me for a while, right?" ”
Zhen Mi said lightly: "The grievances between the general and Lu Bu have nothing to do with Miss Ben, Miss Ben is just going for Guo Huan." ”
Zhang Lang was even more curious: "What's wrong?" ”
Zhen Mi's face suddenly turned a little cold and said, "It's not the general's fault." ”
Zhang Lang said depressedly: "It has something to do with me again?" ”
Zhen Mi saw Zhang Lang's bitter gourd face, and forced a smile and said, "If it wasn't for the cause you planted, how could there be the current fruit?" ”
Zhang Lang didn't want to play dumb riddles with Zhen Mi, so he said seriously: "If there is anything, just say it directly." If it doesn't feel necessary, General Ben advises you not to forget it. The so-called banquet has no good banquet, and there will be no good banquet. In case you turn your face with Lu Bu at that time, I'm afraid you will be in danger. ”
Although Zhen Mi is a little unhappy with Zhang Lang's power, as if she is very fragile, she still has a trace of sweetness in her heart, and it always feels good to be cared for. Zhen Mi didn't say anything, and went straight to the point: "Since Miss Ben came back, I haven't seen Guo Huan yet. Do you think there's a problem? ”
Zhang Lang was surprised at first, and then pondered: "It shouldn't be." Almost the entire Moling knew that Mrs. Guo and Miss Zhen in Lu Bu's Mansion were close friends. It stands to reason that if you go to Lu Bu's Mansion to find her, no one will stop you. Moreover, Lu Bu would like to have such a good thing? In this way, you can also see Miss Zhen's national color. At the end, Zhang Lang laughed.
Zhen Mi first glared at Zhang Lang with a roll of his eyes, and then said: "It's true that after Miss Ben came back, it was difficult to see Guo Bi ascending to the sky, and she went to the door several times until she was closed." It's not that she's recuperating, or that she's traveling with Lu Bu. Zhen Mi thought that there must be something wrong inside. ”
Zhang Lang exclaimed, "What's the problem?" ”
Zhen Mi said coldly: "There are three possible surnames: first, she really doesn't want to see Miss Ben; The second is that she is under house arrest and cannot come to see Miss Ben at all. The third is that the doorman did not report at all. ”
Zhang Lang changed color slightly, became heavy, and said: "The first is obviously impossible, and I can't think of any reason not to see you when I am friends with her and Miss Zhen." If it's the second and third, it's very bad. ”
Zhen Mi said: "Not bad." If Miss Ben didn't guess wrong, Lu Bu saw that General Zhang suddenly increased the number of guards and squads to protect his safety, so he guessed that some news might have leaked out. Even if he couldn't think of this, Chen Gong would definitely guess it. And Guo Huan, the object of suspicion, is the first to bear the brunt. If this is the case, then it is very normal for the doorman not to report it. Because everyone knows that Miss Ben is not only very good with Guo Huan, but also friends with several wives of General Zhang. ”
Zhang Lang was a little anxious and said: "Guo Huan won't encounter any trouble, right?" ”
Zhen Mi sighed and said, "This is also what Miss Ben is most worried about. ”
Zhang Lang gasped and said, "Although Lu Bu is ambitious, he is still very good to his family. ”
Zhen Mi shook her head and said, "If you add a charge of betrayal, will Lu Bu still treat her well?" ”
Although Zhang Lang was a little unsettled, he was generally calm: "Then do you really want to go with me?" ”
Zhen Mi said seriously: "Not bad." General, you must take me this time. ”
Zhang Lang waved his hand, and regardless of anything, he stepped on the door and said: "Then I have to be wronged by Miss Zhen to be a soldier in front of the general's account." ”
Zhang Lang stepped out of the house, and there were already nearly a thousand guards and two hundred Black Eagle Guards waiting at the door. Han Shan saw that Zhang Lang had come out, so he quickly pulled up the sedan curtain and let Zhang Lang in.
The group marched to Lu Bu's mansion.
Zhang Lang was restless in the sedan chair, why was he so negligent, he didn't expect this step in advance? If Guo Huan is in any danger, the culprit is himself. Think about it carefully, how did Lu Bu think he would succeed? Cao Ren's 100,000 horses? Far water can't save the near fire, even if his 100,000 generals are dispatched from Yingchuan, the first thing he has to face is Xu Huang, who is known for his stability, wants to take advantage of the turmoil in Moling to catch the river and cross the border? That's a simplistic idea. If Dongjun Xiahou Yuan sent troops together, there were only two things: one out of Shanyang, he would face Zhang Liao, who was both wise and brave, and Xuzhou had always attached great importance to his base, with strong soldiers and strong horses, and sufficient military rations, Xia Houyuan might not be able to take advantage of anything; If you go out of Liang County, then it is Shouchun Xu Shu who is on the side, and there is no certainty of winning. Besides, with Cao Ying's foresight, it would never be possible to open another front when his north was not at peace, which would become a heavy burden for him. Once these two forces do not move, why should Lu Bu have no fear? At this point, Zhang Lang couldn't think of a reason even if he wanted to break his head. If Lu Bu wants to be crowned the lord of Jiangdong, first, he must get the support of the major clans in Jiangdong, and second, he must have enough troops, he doesn't have these two points, why do he want to rebel? What's more, Nanxu's 3,000 soldiers have already camped outside the city, and Niu Zhu's 5,000 men and horses have also rushed over, plus the original nearly 10,000 defenders of the city, Lu Bu, what other ability can you control Moling? With all kinds of questions, Zhang Lang was puzzled. It's just that I suddenly had an urge in my head to fight with Lu Bu, and then forced out his hole cards to weigh how many pounds he weighed.
Not long after, Zhang Lang arrived at Lu Bu's mansion.
Lu Bu Mansion is also regarded as splendid, built very majestic, two huge stone lions in front of the door, magnificent.
At this time, the lanterns are colorful, the red scarf is hung high, and there is a joy.
Because Lu Bu sent a wide invitation, most of the high-ranking officials in Moling came, so it was bustling and lively. There were all kinds of sedan chairs parked at the door, and every official was full of red faces, constantly greeting each other and talking happily.
Lu Bu's enthusiasm as the master was like fire. However, Chen Gong next to him is very sleek and old.
From time to time, the doorman sang about the arrival of a certain high-ranking official, and then there was a sound of laughter.
If it weren't for Zhang Lang knowing the mystery, from this joyful scene, there would be no other taste at all.
When Zhang Lang stepped out of the sedan door, the entire noisy door suddenly quieted down.
Several officials at the door saluted neatly and loudly: "See the lord." ”
Zhang Lang smiled and said, "You don't need to be polite. ”
At this time, the sound of firecrackers suddenly sounded, and then all kinds of bands that had been prepared sounded at the same time, and a cheerful and light music began to sound everywhere.
Lu Bu stepped forward, he did not bend his waist like those Jiangdong officials, and said with joy on his face: "The general specially came to congratulate him, and the lower officials feel very lucky. ”
Zhang Lang said calmly: "That's right, General Ben also hopes that your son can become a peerless tiger general like a general in the future." ”
Lu Bu smiled even more happily and said, "The subordinates lead the way for the general." ”
Zhang Lang nodded, and Lu Bu led him into the mansion. Dian Wei was close to Zhang Lang's left side, and Han Juzi was standing on the right side. Behind him were the officials, and the two hundred Black Eagle Guards followed behind and stepped in. They will never let Zhang Lang disappear in front of them. Not even for a second. Zhen Mi was also mixed in and swaggered in.
Not half a minute after Zhang Lang and Lu Bu stepped into the mansion gate, Han Shan suddenly glanced at several eagle guards. The eagle guards nodded lightly at the same time, and a thousand guards immediately dispersed, ostensibly patrolling back and forth, but in fact, they were monitoring the entire Lu Mansion.
Soon, under the leadership of Lu Bu, he came to the banquet hall.
Tian Feng, Zhang Zhao and other important ministers have also gathered.
Zhang Lang glanced at it casually, but he was stunned in his heart, there was such a big pomp, there were more than 200 seats, and dozens of maids with delicate faces and figures kept shuttling among them. The aroma of wine and meat in the hall is overflowing, and all kinds of mountain and wild game are placed in it, and it is obvious that Lu Mian is also full of capital.
After a polite and polite hand, Zhang Lang invited him to a big seat.
The officials below were obviously a little restrained, and they were not as relaxed as they had just been.
Since Lu Bu was the master, he ordered a seat under Zhang Lang, and he motioned to ask Zhang Lang: "General, can you announce the start?" ”
Zhang Lang nodded and said to Lu Bu: "Then let's start." ”
Lu Bu faced the officials and said loudly, "The banquet begins." ”
Another burst of music fluttered.
Lu Bu's face was full of red light, and he took the lead in picking up a bottle of wine and said to Zhang Lang: "My subordinates will give the general a glass first." ”
Zhang Lang smiled and said: "Fengxian, you have made a good start, if you let every official toast General Ben, wouldn't General Ben have to crawl back that night?" ”
When the officials saw Zhang Lang talking and laughing, they were relieved and couldn't help but coax.
Lu Bu obviously didn't expect Zhang Lang to say something, and said a little embarrassed for a while: "That subordinate will do it first as respect, and the general can taste it lightly." ”
Zhang Lang laughed, and said arrogantly: "It is said that the northern man is bold, and now it is said that this general also learns the taste of pain." After saying that, he raised his head and wiped it out.
The uninformed officials saw Zhang Lang's arrogance, and they couldn't help but praise in unison and kept coaxing.
Only Tian Feng and Zhang Zhao looked at Zhang Lang with some concern.
With Zhang Lang's heroic behavior, every official gradually let go, and the atmosphere became more and more enthusiastic.
After three rounds of drinking, I don't know who started and said, "General Lu, why haven't you seen Ling Lang come out?" ”
Lu Bu slapped his forehead and said like a dream: "I only care about drinking and talking with everyone, but I forgot about this matter." He shouted, "Guard, please come out with your wife and son." ”
An attendant quickly walked into the inner courtyard.
Zhang Lang's spirit immediately became concentrated, his eyes brought a hint of vigilance, and the time to come was almost over.
After a while, a woman of great grace, with a baby in her arms, accompanied by a few attendants, arrived.
Zhang Lang's face changed, because the woman was not Guo Huan.
Zhang Lang drifted his eyes to Lu Bu, but the latter looked at him with a sneer, with a cold light in his eyes.
Zhang Lang's heart tightened, and he secretly exclaimed.
(To be continued)