Chapter III
This is a completely unfamiliar name, Fan Xian thought of a common person, shook his head, and asked, "This is the language of the grassland......
His brow furrowed suddenly, and he thought that if the mysterious figure had come to the prairie from the outside, then the pseudonym must have its true meaning: "But it should have its own meaning." β
"This is the language of the brothers in the north, not the language of the steppe. Hu Ge put the scimitar back into the sheath and said seriously: "I have been checking for three months, and I have been able to confirm that this person is the grassland that followed the northern tribe, I don't know the meaning of the Songzhi Immortal Order, but the Immortal Order should be a flashing meaning." β
Fan Xian's brows furrowed, flashing back and forth...... Brilliant sparkles, diamonds, sparkles, sparkles, diamonds, sparkles, sparkles, sparkles,
This proves that the Hu tribe has not completely unified its language so far, and it will indeed bring trouble to many people. Fan Xian had a headache, there was too little information at hand, and he only knew what a name could do, so he raised his eyes helplessly, looked at Hu Ge and said, "The brothers in the north are still moving to the grassland?"
Hu Ge nodded solemnly: "It's already the fourth year, the first year is the brothers from the north who came to explore the way, there are not many people, the second year is the warriors among the brothers in the north, this group has the largest number of people, and in the last two years, it is mainly the old people, women and children who were still in the north at the beginning, along the passage opened on the side of the heavenly vein, and moved over very hard." β
"What if...... If it is said that Songzhi Immortal Ling is a person from the northern region. And what year did he go to the prairie?"
"It's supposed to be the previous batch. Because this person though mysterious. But since it can influence the decision-making of the king's tent. There must be absolute support from the northern brothers behind him. Otherwise, who will listen to him? β
"You mean......" Fan Xian stared at Hu Gedi's eyes. "The northern brothers have already gained a foothold in the steppe. And it's approved by the king's tent?"
"It's a natural thing to do. They were very brave. The number of people is only in the tens of thousands. But almost all of them were warriors. plus among the tribes of their lands. than the steppe people are united. And it is required that the earth, water and grass area is not greedy, whether it is the king's tent or the two virtuous kings. They are all welcome to come. β
Hu Ge said very seriously: "And the northern brothers will never participate in the internal strife on the grassland. So they are the target of all sides. Their voices were still steady, though. But in the ears of those of us. But it was getting louder and louder. β
Fan Xian nodded. Didn't say anything. The western part of Qingguo is tightly sourced. It is because of natural disasters in the north of Northern Qi for several consecutive years. Heavy snow seals the plains. forced those northern barbarians to move thousands of miles. Came to the steppe. The ferocity of the Western Hu and the tyranny of the Northern Barbarians are united. The pressure on the border of Qingguo naturally increased.
He felt a chill in his heart. If the Hu people are really united. Qingguo is really in big trouble. Originally, it was under the decades of conquest in Qingguo. The Hu people have long been weakened. In addition, the Supervision Yuan has been weakly selected for 30 years. Poison Scheme. Xihu's side is not a problem. No one could have imagined the arrival of the Northern Barbarians. It seems to have injected a shot in the arm for these Hu people. And that Songzhi Immortal Order seems to have a way to bridge the differences between the Hu people.
"Tell me about the current situation on the grassland. Fan Xian looked at Hu Ge in front of him. The complexion is calm. But I thought to myself. Even if the Songzhi Immortal Order can temporarily unite the Hu people. But since he found Hu Ge. will definitely be able to tear a big hole in the Hu Rendi again.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a little faintly excited. If the steppe is a game of chess. Then the next thing is to fall with that Songzhi Immortal Order. You come and I go back. Let's see who comes out on top.
Yourself, of course. Fan Xian thought so. He had to win, because he was keenly aware of the Songzhi Immortal Order, hiding in the deepest depths. Very disgusted with each other's thoughts.
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The temperature difference between day and night in the west is extremely large. The sun moved slowly. It's like giving some kind of command to the temperature of a given state. Gradually dry and hot. As it cooled down, the shadows of the earthen walls in the city grew longer and longer. The sun is setting in the west. When the temperature was getting lower and lower, Fan Xian and Hu Gedi's first joint was also coming to an end.
I thought about it in my mind, and got the ground information from Hu Ge's mouth. Fan Xian confirmed that the trip was very beneficial. I then confirmed the contact information with the other party. and the details of the place of contact. The final settlement of interests begins.
Whether it is gold or silver. Silk satin. Tea brick porcelain, to be transported to the grassland. God unknowingly handed over to Hu Singer. That's a big hassle in itself. Fortunately, although the grassland and Qingguo have been fighting for decades. But because Qingguo has always occupied an absolute advantage. Therefore, the tribes on the steppe have long been accustomed to being called ministers and paying tribute. Trade between the two sides has not stopped.
Other words. At the foot of the mountain, when the two sides exchanged poisoned arrows. Maybe on the mountain side. The caravans were laboriously marching to the grasslands, transporting goods to the hinterland of the Central Plains in exchange for furs and other things. War and commerce are mutually unstoppable.
Just like ironware. Salt. food for these important supplies. If you want to smuggle privately. It's a little harder. But since Fan Xian has His Majesty's will. Of course, I don't care about that.
Heard Fan Xian's last words. Hu Ge frowned and said, "Lord Tisi." There is trust between us. I'm just telling you the way. I hope you don't let me down...... If you really disappoint me. Believe me. There is no need to transfer troops from the king's tent. On the steppe. can destroy you. β
Fan Xian knew what this Hu master was afraid of. Shaking his head, he said, "Don't worry, the scenery over there is beautiful." But I'm not used to mare's milk wine. There is no interest in bringing the army over. β
Got promised. Hu Ge relaxed a little and picked up the wine bowl. Salute Fan for a moment. Then drink it all. Drinks spilled. Wet his beard and clothes.
Fan Xian smiled, picked up the wine bowl, and prepared to end the transaction. Unexpectedly, I heard a very slight whistle from outside the shop. His brow furrowed. The bowl was put back on the table.
The whistle sounded softly. It's like a shepherd driving a camel. It did not attract the attention of Hu Ge's side. Hu Ge found Fan Xian putting the wine bowl back on the table. My heart was slightly cold. I thought that the other party still had any conditions. The secret Dao Qingren is really cunning. Always like the lion with a big mouth.
Unexpectedly, Fan Xian looked at him. said: "Do you have any problems with the landers?"
Hu Ge's face was slightly condensed. Understand that there is a problem outside the shop. Shaking his head, he said, "They are all scattered in the clan. Absolutely no problem. "He knew there was urgency. As he spoke. While starting to pack up. Prepare to flee. If you let the Dingzhou city army
Knowing that he was in the city. He will definitely be arrested at all costs.
The two sides have fought fiercely in the past few years. If you can hold the number one master under King Zuoxian's account. Dingzhou City will laugh happily.
Fan Xian watched his movements, but did not get up. He bowed his head and whispered, "It's still outside the street." The encirclement is not formed, and you walk from the back of the house. I'll hold it out for you for a while. β
Hu Ge looked at him with a strange mood. He ventured to Dingzhou today. But I didn't think of it, and I connected with myself. It was actually Fan Tisi, the head of the Qingguo Supervision Yuan, such a noble figure.
But it was because it was Fan Xian who went out in person. Hu Gecai has more trust in the other party. This will be extremely beneficial to the future cooperation between the two sides.
"I don't send it. Fan Xian picked up the wine bowl. said: "Be careful all the way. See you another day. β
Hu Ge nodded heavily, and took a heavy package handed over by Mu Feng'er. Fingers stuck into his lips and whistled. As soon as the curtain was lifted, he went along the soil hole and drilled into the back of the mutton shop. At the same time, some inconspicuous merchants or guys outside the mutton shop were also at the same time. Blended into the crowd.
"They are used to hiding everywhere, after all, the tribe has been slaughtered for several years, and they want to restore the tribe. There are always a lot of shady things. Mu Feng'er looked at Fan Xian, who was drinking with her head down. Know what adults are worried about. said: "Call the police early. Dingzhou couldn't catch him. β
Fan Xian nodded. At this moment, those subordinates who pretended to be Central Plains merchants hurriedly rushed in and replied: "The school guards of the Xida Camp have entered the dirt street. It's coming soon. β
Mu Feng'er glanced at Fan Xian. It means to see if you want to withdraw at this time.
Fan Xian shook his head, since he was stared at by the Dingzhou army. Then the convoy that had been left at the earthen wall was also controlled by the other party. The three of them came to the mutton shop, but there were a few subordinates from six places behind them. Far away, for the sake of the ground is to prevent any unexpected situations. At this time, since the two sides have met, there is no need to withdraw again.
And for the safety of Hu Ge and his party. Fan Xian must drag these Qingguo troops who have captured spies for a while.
"If the other party doesn't make a heavy hand, we don't move. β
Fan Xian took a sip of wine and said to his subordinates. Mu Feng'er and the officials of the Supervision Yuan exchanged glances. Nodding.
At this time, I could only hear a noise outside the mutton shop, and the horse's hooves sounded in horror, and I don't know how many people rushed over and surrounded the front and back of the shop. An official could be heard shouting loudly, as if he had noticed that a target had left the mutton shop.
Fan Xiandi frowned, feeling very troublesome. He stood up from the earthen kang, reflexively pulled the bamboo piece on a mat from under his buttocks, and walked outside the shop.
There was a murderous atmosphere outside the shop, and there were two hundred Dingzhou soldiers, surrounding the shop, and the spears in their hands were aimed at the people who came out of the shop, and the tips of the guns were cold, and it seemed that they could tie these Central Plains merchants into pulp at any time.
And outside the encirclement, there are those good people and businessmen who keep to themselves, watching this scene curiously and nervously, I don't know why the people in the General's Mansion would use such a big battle to deal with such a few merchants, some of them are smart, of course, they have guessed that the identity of these merchants is not so simple.
"You can't let anyone doubt the existence of your own place and flee Hu Ge. This is the true meaning of Fan Xian's previous order to hide, this supervision court hidden in Xihu Zhongdi nails are too important, so that Fan Xian can't even believe anyone, let alone being watched by so many people.
A soldier leaned into the officer's ear and said a few words, the officer's eyes lit up, presumably confirming the identity of the other party, looking at Fan Xian and his party, and said in a cold voice: "Come on, take down these spies for me!"
Fan Xian looked at the soldier's face and recognized that the other party was a soldier guarding the city at the east gate, and it was this person who reviewed the documents for his group to enter the city, and immediately knew what the problem was. I couldn't help but smile helplessly. glanced at Mu Feng'er.
Mu Feng'er knew that there were some loopholes in her own details. aroused suspicion in Dingzhou. I was very angry, and I was afraid of provoking the anger of the adults. His face became more and more ugly. Surrounded by a land of countless spears. looked at the school official with a cold face, and his eyes seemed to be ready to bring a bowl of water and swallow the other party alive.
The officer didn't know about the businessmen's mental activities. looked at each other's faces without any fear. More and more sure that these merchants were strange, and they were ready to give orders. Send a part of your subordinates. Continue to arrest the escapees. While urging the horses, they came to the merchants' land.
Can't let the Dingzhou army catch up with Hu Ge. Fan Xian frowned. Mu Feng'er was ordered, and a cold glint appeared in his eyes. With a rub under his feet, the yellow sand appeared three times. The whole person has flipped up like a gray shadow. The palm of the hand pressed on the horse's head, and the short knife in the sleeve rushed out. Then they had to restrain the officer who had acted very carelessly.
Who knew that since the school official dared to be in front of everyone alone, he was naturally extremely confident in his skills. Sudden change. But he was not surprised. Lift the scabbard with one hand. Mu Feng'er's wrist and his right hand off the reins. Straight to Mu Feng'er's throat. The shot is not clean and neat, it is actually an authentic Ye family's capture kung fu.
This school official's martial arts skills are really strong, but he just thinks that these businessmen may be spies. can't think of the other party's true identity at all, and inevitably a little underestimated.
He blocked Mu Feng'er, but he couldn't stop the few black shadows that rose almost at the same time as Mu Feng'er. Only a few sneering sounds were heard, and several shadows rode on the horse ridden by the school officer at the same time, catching the hand. Choke the throat......
The six swordsman assassins burst into action. Even Fan Xian was a little jealous. What's more, it's this inconspicuous soldier in Dingzhou City.
A wail. The horse suddenly found itself with four men standing on its back, where they were still dwelling, and their front hooves were weak. And he fell.
A cloud of smoke and dust rose. The soldiers of the Dingzhou Army were shocked and looked at their own land leader. was easily caught by those spies.
Mu Feng'er took the scabbard of the school officer, put the short knife in his hand across the opponent's neck, and shouted at the Dingzhou army that rushed around: "Come here if you are not afraid of death." β
The officer's face turned pale. I didn't expect that I couldn't stop these spies, so I gritted my teeth and yelled at my subordinates: "Catch these people!"
He was already believing at this point. These people are not only spies, but they are very powerful spies. For the safety of Dingzhou City, how can you care about your own life and death.
He doesn't care, Fan Xian cares. If a conflict really breaks out, the Dingzhou army will certainly not be able to keep its own people, but how will they explain to the court in the future?
"We are not traitors
Walked forward, looked at the crowd and said gently, "We are just businessmen."
At this time, I was disturbed like this. The general did not have time to give the order in pursuit. Hu Ge and his party should have escaped the encirclement safely. Fan Xiandi's mood also stabilized a lot, and he motioned to his subordinates to put down the blades in their hands, smiled at the brave colonel and said, "This military master." His men are all reckless. I'm sorry for you. β
This kind of rhetoric. Naturally, no one believed. No matter how reckless the people of the rivers and lakes were, they would not dare to make a move against the imperial army.
The school officer touched his tight throat, found that he was still surrounded by these spies, looked at the leader Fan Xian and said fiercely, "See where else you can escape?"
"No, we're really just businessmen. I just overreacted a little earlier. After saying this. Fan Xian couldn't help but want to cry, Hu Ge, Hu Ge, the master really caused a lot of trouble for you.
"Really, which merchant are you?" the school official looked at Fan Xian gloomily. It didn't seem to be worried about their own safety at all, and the soldiers of the Dingzhou Army on the outskirts didn't know what they were talking about, they just went to report to the General's Mansion urgently, and at the same time arranged the surrounding encirclement, so naturally no one paid attention to the people who might escape from the back of the shop.
"Lingnan Xiong's family. Mu Feng'er spoke.
"Since you're a businessman, come back with me for inspection. The school officer's teeth were about to be crushed, and he roared angrily: "Otherwise, you will be killed on the spot!"
In his opinion, these spies are only afraid that they will start to break through immediately, but they control themselves, and it is inconvenient for those subordinates to do it, but in any case, if he proposes that these businessmen go back to the General's Mansion with him for interrogation, the other party will definitely not accept it.
Unexpectedly, the young handsome businessman thought for a while, nodded and said, "Okay, we are law-abiding businessmen, of course we are willing to explain for ourselves." β
The schoolmaster's brows furrowed, not knowing what these treachers were thinking. Don't they know once they get caught. They were greeted with endless beatings and interrogations, but the other party was so stupid and stupid. Naturally, the school officials will not miss this opportunity.
"Tie your hands. He looked at Fan Xian and shouted loudly.
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Fan Xian, a businessman, is very well-behaved, really well-behaved, even more well-behaved than in front of Emperor Lao Tzu. Obediently let those Dingzhou soldiers tie them into zongzi. And he was still hit the shoulder by a soldier. It hurts.
The officials of the Supervision Yuan under him are also very honest and obediently tied up. There was no struggle, but it made those Dingzhou soldiers a little confused.
Of course, because these businessmen looked like spies and once restrained their bosses with one move. The soldiers were not polite either. While tying up, he secretly applied some heavy hands.
Fan Xian stood beside the school official. He pleaded, "Don't hit anyone." β
The officer glared at him, unable to figure it out. How can this spy have such guts? It's still a small thing to resist in the street. At this time, he can still talk to himself so calmly.
"There's another guy in the shop who was fascinated by us. Don't forget to take it home with you. "Fan Xian at this time. It's more like a Dingzhou military and local staff officer.
"Where did so much nonsense come from. You just can't die if you want to. He stared at Fan Xian's eyes and said fiercely.
Fan Xian was not angry. He said with a wry smile: "A few merchants I brought into the city must have also been arrested by adults. Please also send a message. Don't be punished. β
The officer gave him a mocking look. I thought I had seen countless spies. It's the first person to be so naΓ―ve and ridiculous.
Fan Xian looked at him and said seriously, "We didn't kill you before. What if you give us a favor?"
The school officers are getting more and more confused. I felt a chill in my heart, wondering if I had done something wrong, but I subconsciously stopped my subordinates. Beat those who are scheming.
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Something big happened in Dingzhou City. Another batch of spies was captured. Although there are spies every year, every month is new. But today's grasp of the spyware in the mutton shop is different. First, they came from the hinterland of the Central Plains. I don't know if I want to do a private salt business with Xihu or have a bigger plan. Second, these spies are obviously eccentric.
The upper echelons of the Dingzhou Army were even more interested in these spies. They have always been reluctant to agree with the judgment of the imperial court and the supervisory court. They believed that there was no god-like military advisor in the tent of King Sihu. The reason why the Hu people have been so powerful in recent years is all because there are people in the court who collude with each other and provide a lot of support to the other party.
And these are from Jiangnan. Through the merchants of Kyoto. This seems to be confirmed more explicitly. The stakes are high. Therefore, there is no time to torture and interrogate these spies, and now the commander of the military in Dingzhou City. Before the Governor's Mansion stretched out his hand, he ordered the spy to be escorted back to the General's Palace.
Grabbing merit, whether it is at the front line or in the rear, is actually the same thing.
The school officer escorted Fan Xian and his party into the General's Mansion. I found out that today it was actually interrogated by the general himself. I couldn't help but feel happy, and secretly thought that although I had some clowns today. But these important people were caught. It should still be more good than bad.
"Haven't you had time to ask?" the general sitting above squeaked his teeth, "So what are you waiting for? Then hit the thirty boards, and then you can ask questions. β
The officers and men of the Dingzhou Army shouted in unison, and they were ready to start.
The general spat and scolded: "it, you don't kneel on the ground in front of this general, it's quite tough...... What a bullshit Lingnan bear family. Even if you're from Xia Mingji. The general is right. β
Both the government and the opposition military knew that Xia Mingji was the property of Fan Tisi's family. There are basically no people in this world who dare not to sell their faces, and strangely enough, this great general spoke in a tone. But it doesn't look like bragging.
Fan Xian raised his head with a bitter face. Looking at the bearded general of the Western Expedition. I wondered why this kid was so ugly? said: "You can't beat it." β
Li Hongcheng, the general of the Western Expedition Imperial Seal, was drinking the liquor indignantly, thinking about how these bastards always didn't let themselves relax, and suddenly heard this sentence, and subconsciously looked down the hall. Unexpectedly, I saw a somewhat familiar face.
There was a slight change in the facial features on that face. But the narrowness in his eyes was as strong as it was back then.
The general Li Hongcheng was stunned in the hall, stood for a long time, and then squirted out a mouthful of wine. sprayed the cronies all over the face.