Chapter 182: Niu Mountain
Lu Yunzhou rode on his horse and headed towards Niushan to the south of Linzi City.
On both sides of Lu Yunzhou were Meng Fu, Kunhu, Zhai Ziqiang, Qi Bin, Le Feilong and Le Feihu, who were also riding on horses.
Hu Kang was sent by Lu Yunzhou to escort Shanrou home.
The destination of their trip was the Qi army camp in the heart of Niushan.
In addition to the five border capitals, a large area directly under the capital Linzi is called Linzi - that is to say, the administrative area of Qi is actually divided into six capitals, not the five capitals of Qi (that is, the five border capitals of Qi).
There are a total of 100,000 soldiers and horses in Linzi, of which 60,000 are used to guard the capital, of which 20,000 city defense troops are stationed inside and outside the city wall of Linzi City, and 20,000 soldiers and horses are scattered in the four corners of Linzi City, which are located in the southeast, northwest and northwest corners of Linzi City, and are used to defend the four satellite cities of Qinzhou, Anping, Bochang and Changguo of Linzi City.
Among them, Anping City in the east of Linzi is Tiandan's food town, and Tiandan's title is Anpingjun.
The remaining 20,000 soldiers and horses were hidden in the heart of Niushan in the south of Linzi City, and practiced day and night, so that they could support the capital at any time when needed.
The 100,000 soldiers and horses of Linzi are used to defend the royal capital, in the past wars, they are generally not easily used, in the war, they are often drawn from the soldiers and horses of the five border capitals, so the name of Qi Wudu is called louder.
The mountain of Niushan is not very tall, but the mountain stretches to the south, the mountain vegetation is abundant, the forest on the top of the mountain is beautiful, the clouds are steaming during the day, and the water vapor condenses at night. It has been famous since the Spring and Autumn Period and is regarded as one of the famous mountains in Linzi.
And the spring rain of Niushan is the first of the eight views of Linzi, the spring back to Niushan is rainy, it is said that the winter goes to spring, the light rain is misty, the pine and cypress Tucui, the strange stone of the cow mountain is particularly majestic and beautiful in the clouds and steaming, the sparkling and rippling, the scenery is pleasant.
It's a pity that although it is spring now, today's trip did not encounter rainy days, so this famous Niushan spring rain, Lu Yunzhou has not seen it for the time being.
When the group came to the foot of Niu Mountain, they saw that in the belly of the mountain, a jade belt was worn, and it flowed endlessly to the north, which was Zishui.
When I walked to the mountain pass, I saw that a soldier had been waiting at the foot of the mountain for a long time, and when he saw Lu Yunzhou and his party coming from a distance, he hurriedly greeted him.
"I've seen the third son, the young general ordered his subordinates to wait here!"
Lu Yunzhou turned over and dismounted, and said with a smile: "It's hard work, please lead the way!" ”
Lu Yunzhou mentioned to Qi Ting yesterday that he would select 500 soldiers from the Qi family to serve as the envoy's entourage.
The group left their horses at the foot of the mountain and followed the herald up Cow Mountain.
Niushan Mountain is gentle, although the mountain road along the way is a little slippery, but it is not difficult to walk, it is in the early spring season, the water is turbulent, rushing at the foot of the mountain, when climbing halfway up the mountain, overlooking the Zishui flowing meandering below, sparkling waves, as if being trampled on the soles of everyone's feet.
Walking up a section of the mountain road again, I saw the spring water flowing out from the mountain gap, gurgling and falling into the rock, the water vapor was steaming, like rain and fog, and it was like a mist and rain.
Everyone lingered in the beautiful scenery, and before they knew it, they had reached the top of the mountain.
Arrived at the top of the mountain, the eyes suddenly opened up, looking at Linzi in the north, the fertile soil is thousands of miles, taking in the bottom of the eye, looking at the mountains in the south, the mountains are stacked on top of each other, stretching endlessly.
"Major General, the valley ahead is where the barracks are located, and from here, visitors are prohibited from passing."
Lu Yunzhou looked in the southwest direction, and sure enough, he could vaguely see that every raised hill in the distance had set up a beacon tower, which echoed the beacon tower on the hill where they were located. There are also large drums on the beacon tower, which are effective means of long-distance communication.
The mountain road ahead is also fenced, and a stone monument is erected on the top of the mountain, with the words "Tourists Stop" written on it.
Lu Yunzhou nodded, he understood that because Niushan was the burial place of the kings of the Qi Kingdom, this army in Niushan was also the army guarding the tomb.
In this way, behind the barracks, there should be the royal tomb.
Niu Mountain is lush with vegetation, and although the top of the mountain has a wide view, it is impossible to find the military camp hidden in the deep valley of the verdant mountains behind the fence.
Lu Yunzhou saw Meng Fu observing from the side, and couldn't stop nodding, and knew that this famous historical general was positive about the layout of the Niushan military camp.
Everyone followed the herald and walked a little further along the direction of the fence, and when they reached the halfway point on the back of the mountain, they saw the wooden gate of the Niushan military camp.
The soldiers guarding at the gate did not show a look of surprise when they saw the herald coming here with Lu Yunzhou and his party, obviously Qi Ting had already explained everything.
After following the rules and orders, Lu Yunzhou and the others were put into this strictly disciplined barracks.
There are still countless trees and flowers on the road ahead, as if it is the same scenery as when going up the mountain, but Lu Yunzhou has a different feeling in his heart.
As if passing through the gate of the barracks, the atmosphere after that has become solemn, and the insects and birds in the mountains and forests have become sparse, revealing a quiet atmosphere all around, so that the visitors subconsciously put away the mood of enjoying the scenery and become cautious.
Although it was a mountain road along the way, there were several hidden posts, and after the password, the herald continued to move forward with everyone.
The road down the mountain in front of him gradually became steeper, and the sound of "whooshing" water appeared in everyone's ears again.
The rushing river was close at hand, as if it had just entered the mountain, and appeared at the feet of everyone.
An open river valley basin appeared in front of you.
Surrounded by green hills, surrounded by Zishui, on the flat and wide river valley basin, neatly spread out the endless gray camp tents, at a glance, the momentum is like, the forest is serious, and the heart is suddenly awe-inspiring.
A faint sound of drill came from the valley ahead.
Kunhu, Zhai Ziqiang and the other six people heard the sound of the exercise, and their faces suddenly appeared excited and yearning.
When he came to the barracks, Meng Fu's always frowning brows also stretched a lot.
And Lu Yunzhou's heart also gave birth to an indescribable emotion, he was looking forward to it, this was the first time he really came into contact with the ancient military camp, and it was also the first time that he was about to get his own army!
The entourage of 500 guards is not a lot, and it is not Lu Yunzhou's personal armed force in terms of law, but Lu Yunzhou decided that he will deeply engrave a brand that belongs only to him in the hearts of these 500 guards in the process of this mission!