Ezhou City.

After stepping into this city, Meng Ge finally felt a little relieved, after all, he had obtained the food of this city, and many rich gentry took refuge, which made him feel happy.

But thinking of what happened before, he was annoyed, and he just wanted to go back to Diaoyu City and kill Wang Jian, Yu Jue, Xiao Yue, and Xiao Feng.

No, now Meng Ge set up a banquet in the restaurant to entertain the gentry, and the things on the table were also collected from nearby, the most famous of which was the whitebait from Liangzi Lake, which was named because of its body length and slightly round, delicate and transparent, and its color was like silver. It is produced in the mouth of the Yangtze River, commonly known as the noodle fish, the cannon fish, the handsome fish, the noodle fish, the ice fish, the glass fish, etc., in the Ming Dynasty, it is the Songjiang perch, the Yellow River carp, the Yangtze River anchovy, and called the four famous fish in China.

The others ate with relish, but when Meng Ge put it in his mouth, he felt very bland.

Putting down the bamboo chopstick, Guo Kan said: "Khan." I see that your expression is different, aren't you worried about the Red Phoenix Army?"

"That's right. You also know that the Red Phoenix Army is in hot pursuit, and just yesterday, our army found the traces of the other party thirty miles east of the city. Presumably, the other party will arrive here in a few days. Meng Ge sighed and replied.

All the benefactors were shocked, and they all stopped.

"Khan, aren't you worried that the Red Phoenix Army will come to attack this place?" one of them looked worried, obviously quite afraid of the Red Phoenix Army.

His name is Wu Lin, is the grandson of Wu Xi, because Wu Xi used to lead gold into Sichuan, so the whole family was slaughtered, so he was full of resentment towards the Song Dynasty, and when the Mongols stepped into this city, they teamed up with a cadre to open the city to accept the enemy.

Otherwise, how could Mongolia, with its tired troops, break through Ezhou so quickly?

Meng Ge smiled and said, "Naturally." After all, this Red Phoenix Army has always aimed to expel the Tatars, since I am waiting here, then how can they give up?" Seeing that everyone was a little afraid, he said: "And you should also know that this Red Phoenix Army has always been strict, if he breaks through this city, I am afraid that the rank here will ......."

Long voices swirled in the ears of the benefactors, all of which made them feel a shock in their bodies.

Unlike Zhao Yun, who has lived in the palace for a long time, they have always been sensitive to news, and naturally know that as soon as the Chifeng Army entered Sichuan, several wealthy families that had been under the command of Mongolia were eradicated, including the Wu family who brought gold into Sichuan in the past.

"This, please also ask the Khan to teach you. ”

Everyone asked in unison.

Meng Ge smiled: "Of course, as long as you can do your best to help me repel the incoming land and return to my homeland, I will naturally be able to keep you safe." ”

"Rest assured, we will do everything we can to help the Khan repel the enemy and return to his homeland. Everyone shouted in unison.

"With the help of the ranks, then our army will definitely be worry-free. Meng Ge smiled loudly, waved his hand, and the soldiers next to him all put away their halberds and stepped out of the restaurant with him.

After the Mongolian army left, the merchants present breathed a sigh of relief, and they were all terrified when they looked at each other.

At this time, Wu Xi stepped forward, but grabbed one person and said with a smile: "Jiangliu." I wonder if you have time?"

"It turned out to be Wu Gongzi, but I don't know what you are looking for me?" Jiang Liu's body trembled, and he hurriedly replied.

"It's about Cao Yun. Wu Xi helped Jiang Liu up, but led him upstairs, as for the other businessmen who had already gone for the most part, they didn't notice the movement of the two.

When he walked into the door, Wu Xi closed the door.

Jiang Liu was a little nervous, unconsciously clenched his hands, staring at Wu Xi with his eyes, but asked, "Why are you looking for me here?"

"Brother Jiang is really smart, but I can't hide it from you. Wu Xi smiled: "It's just that you also listened, then Meng Ge ordered me to help him resist the Red Phoenix Army, but I don't know what your plans are?"

Jiang Liu shook his head and said with a wry smile: "I, what can I plan?"

"Brother. Have you forgotten that when we got into trouble together and thwarted Yuan Jue's subordinates, it was only with your help that we succeeded. Why are you so timid today?" Wu Xi snorted coldly and sneered.

Jiang Liu was taken aback for a moment, and scolded back: "If it weren't for the fact that Yuan Jue forced me to pay three thousand taels of gold in a short period of time, do you think I am willing to take this risk?" Thinking of the task arranged by Brother Meng, he was even more nervous, and said: "I just didn't expect to get out of the tiger's den and meet a jackal again." I think this Mongolia is several times more ferocious than the Song army. ”

Don't look at what Meng Ge said, but the money, financial resources and food he wants are all accumulated by himself bit by bit.

As a result, the guy had to take it away directly, and although they were angry at it, they had to accept it.

Otherwise, it will be a sword and axe.

Wu Xi smiled: "Although this is the case, this is also an opportunity. If we can help the Khan succeed smoothly, then the Khan will definitely not lose when he is rewarded for his meritorious deeds. In this way, it is not difficult to say that it is just Ezhou, even if it is to spread business all over the world. ”

Speaking of this moment, his heart is hot, and he is obviously moving.

"Oh, I didn't think about it, but you were planning to do what Lu Buwei did?" Jiang Liu was surprised.

"That's right!" Wu Xi said: "These days, you should also know that although this Mongolia is strong, it is not good at management, and most of its financial taxes depend on the Semu people. Wouldn't it be nice if we could step into it, and we would be able to take advantage of the opportunity?"

Jiang Liu's eyes showed a trace of disgust, but he forced it down, and said: "But you also know that the khan's request is not light, how do you plan to arrange it?"

"That's why I'm looking for you today. Wu Xi said with a smile: "Although the Khan's requirements are not low, it is difficult to meet them with just you and me." But if it is taken from someone else, it is more than enough. And the reason why I discussed this matter with you is also because in Ezhou, only the fishermen under your command can be used. The rest, but very few. ”

The river sank suddenly, and only after a long time did he reply: "You mean, let's loot from other homes?"

Although Wu Xi covered up his conversation, the meaning contained in it was clearly to forcibly seize other people's things, so as to meet the demands of the Mongolian army, and he could take the opportunity to sit big and occupy the entire Ezhou.

And the reason why he called Jiang Liu here was because Jiang Liu's subordinates were all fishermen, and because they made a living by fishing on the rivers and lakes all the year round, they were quite forceful, otherwise how could they dare to confront Yuan Jue?

"That's right. If you and I join forces, the whole Ezhou will be at your fingertips. Wu Xi said with a smile.

Jiang Liu replied: "Can I think about this matter? After all, the implications are very large, but I need to think about it carefully. After saying goodbye to Wu Xi, he left the restaurant, but all the way to a fishing boat located on the edge of the Yangtze River.

The fishing boat was about ten feet long, because it had been soaked in water all year round, and it was covered with moss, and the roof of the cabin was also tattered, and it was all supported by patches, and it looked like it had been some time.

As if sensing someone entering, a woman emerged from the fishing boat.

This woman has a fair face and a bewitching body, but the patched green shirt she wears on her body has reduced her appearance a lot.

"Yu Niang, there is something to do today, so it has been delayed until now. Jiang Liu's face was slightly fixed, but he hurriedly stepped forward and advised: "You are already pregnant, but don't walk indiscriminately." Got it?"

Yu Niang was a little impatient, and replied casually, and then asked, "It's just that the khan said something?"

"This ...... Alas!" Hearing the word Khan, Jiang Liu suddenly hesitated, looked up to the sky and sighed.

Yu Niang was nervous for a while, unconsciously clenched Jiang Liu's arm, and asked, "Have you offended them?" If you offend them, then we are afraid that it will be dangerous." At this moment, she remembered the slaughter that the Mongol army had already killed.

The corpses blocked the river, and the river was red, which was really miserable.

"Don't worry. I'll take care of you. Jiang Liu patted Yu Niang's hand and comforted, but he made up his mind in his heart to protect the two of them no matter what.

Walking into the boat, he drank a bowl of fish soup that had already been cooked, and then fell asleep.

And next to Yu Niang, after seeing the river sleeping, it seemed that it was difficult to sleep, so she turned over and left from the fishing boat, but walked to the bank of the river. And here, there was already a man who had been waiting for a long time.

When the man saw Yu Niang, his face suddenly laughed, he grabbed Yu Niang's white and tender hands, and took them into his arms, and a stinky mouth gnawed a few bites on the white and tender face, but said: "I haven't seen you for a day, but I want to annoy me." ”

"Look at you monkey-like, I'm also anxious. Yu Niang couldn't help frowning, and after pushing a few times, she calmed down the other party and complained: "You don't know, I'm pregnant with your flesh and blood now, if I accidentally move the fetus, can you accept it?"

The man rubbed his *** and laughed: "Of course not." It's just that this kind of life, when will it end?" Fu You swept the fishing boat with a bit of fierce light, and sneered: "You must know that every time I see you by his side, I feel very annoyed. ”

"Don't worry. That Yu Niang straightened her clothes and said with a smile: "You also know that the Mongolian army is in Ezhou." And Jiang Liu's temperament, you also know, has always been righteous first. Otherwise, how would I still be living in this broken ship? Glancing at the fishing boat, his words were full of resentment, and then he cursed with malice: "If he accidentally angers Mongolia, what do you think he will do then? ”

The man laughed and said, "Yu Niang, you are smart, but I never thought of this section." ”

"Huh. That's nature. Yu Niang smiled, with a little anger, and reproached: "In that case, then why did you survive and stop here? You must know that although the Mongolian army is fierce, I have seen that there are very few people in its army who can operate fishing boats, and if you are involved in it, you will definitely be reused." At that time, why should we continue to stoop here?" The voice was sensitive, but it was not as gentle and elegant as when facing the river before.