After that, he put the sword into the sheath, handed it to Xie Tong and said, "This sword is still back to you! Lao Tzu doesn't want his daughter's family to fight and kill all day long, to tell the truth, since he had Yan'er, Lao Tzu has changed a lot, and in the past, he hoped to touch the pinnacle of martial arts, but now, I know how important the family is, and how beautiful the life of ordinary people is!"

Xie Tong looked at him with a smile and didn't make a sound. Pen Fun Pavilion wWw. ｂiquge。 ｉｎfo

Huo Zixin scolded with a smile: "What do you look at Lao Tzu like this, Lao Tzu is not wrong, you can't realize it now, after all, one day, you will understand Lao Tzu's thoughts, how meaningless it is to pursue an ethereal thing! Hey, Lao Tzu didn't say that this life is like this, what should be done still has to be done, at least Lao Yi's revenge still has to be avenged! Song Wenyuan, a dog thief, Lao Tzu can't wait to eat his flesh and drink his blood."

Unconsciously, it was already dusk, Cai Wei interrupted the conversation between the two, and said, "Lord Wang has prepared a dinner party at the mansion, if you have anything to say, let's go to the banquet and talk!"

The dinner was not large, just two tables were set up, and everyone sat separately.

The dishes are also average, they are all local characteristics, there is no big fish and meat, which is very consistent with Wang Daoxun's simple style.

Xie Tong has been in the dust all the way, and he hasn't eaten a few decent meals, so this meal is particularly sweet.

Wang Daoxun saw that everyone was eating about the same, and raised his glass and said, "Since the end of the Southern Expedition, it is the first time that we have gathered together, hey, there are not many gatherings, let's have a drink for the reunion." ”

He was the first to drink it all.

And they followed his example, and drank all the wine from their cups.

Lao Lai said, "My lord, I don't know what your plans are for the future?"

Wang Daoxun put down his wine glass and said resentfully, "The old man is widowed and widowed, and he is in his last years, what can he do, and he can't be like you, roaming the rivers and lakes, crisscrossing the battlefield, hey, old!"

His words were filled with sadness.

Xie Tong suddenly said, "Do you mean that you want to fight on the battlefield?"

Wang Daoxun smiled bitterly and said, "If it is peaceful today, where is there still a battlefield, if there is such a chance, the old man will die without regrets." ”

Wang Wanru said angrily: "Dad, you are a lot old, and you are still worried about what to fight, so let's take care of your old age!

Wang Daoxun said, "What does the girl's family know?"

Hong Shan smiled and said, "What the old man Wang said is not right, what happened to the girl's family, we all understand your feelings, and hope to work hard for the country, but as you said, the world is peaceful, it is the scene of the people living and working in peace and contentment, and it is a good day that the people are looking forward to, you should be happy!

Wang Daoxun didn't make a sound, but drank another glass of wine.

Xie Tong suddenly said, "My lord, under your governance, Xiangyang is already in order, according to your estimates, how many army attacks can it withstand!"

Wang Daoxun said, "It's not the old man who brags, but he can top 100,000 elite soldiers!"

Xie Tong said, "What about the military rations!"

Wang Daoxun suddenly fell silent.

Hong Shan and the others hurriedly glared at Xie Tong, blaming him for the inopportune question.

Xie Tong didn't pay attention to Hong Shan's blame, but said with a smile, "The younger generation has come all the way from Nanyang and learned a lot of news, it is rumored that Huangchao has resurrected in Guangzhou, and has received strong support from Western countries and other countries, and there is a great tendency to return to the Central Plains and make a comeback, what do the seniors think about this!"

As soon as these words came out, Wang Daoxun immediately changed into a person, his eyes suddenly brightened, and he said, "Is this true?"

Xie Tong said, "When it is true, after Huang Chao retreated to Guangzhou, the imperial court did not take advantage of the victory to pursue, but rewarded the vassals, and the whole country celebrated, giving him the opportunity to survive. ”

Wang Daoxun shouted, "Come on, bring the old man's battle map!"

In a short time, the map was presented.

Wang Daoxun ordered people to remove the wine and food, spread the map on the table, observed for a while, and said, "If Huang Chao really has this intention, he will definitely make a surprise attack, and will not follow the old road in the south of the Yangtze River, one city after another, otherwise it has not yet reached Luoyang, and it has been lost. ”

Lao Lai was surprised, "If Huang Chao really chooses this route, then aren't we the primary target?"

Wang Daoxun smiled and said, "It's just right to come, the old man has no command in the battle of Jiangnan, and he restricts others everywhere, if it weren't for Xie Tong's surprise victory, it would be really embarrassing, if Huang Chao dares to come, the old man will definitely fight to the death with him!"

He paused and continued, "No, the old man must prepare in advance, Xie Tong, don't you have Cao Gong's treasure, go and take out a part of the silver taels, confiscate it, and purchase a large amount of military food and equipment."

Wang Wanru said, "Dad, don't be suspicious, Brother Xie's news is just hearsay, there is no basis, you do this, let the court know, and it will be strange if you are not punished for rebellion!"

Wang Daoxun said, "This is a rainy day, what do you know?" Xie Tong, the old man ordered you to immediately organize people to purchase these things without delay. ”

Lao Lai said, "My lord, this matter still needs to be considered in the long run, so it is better to send someone to Guangzhou to investigate first, and install scouts along the way, so you can sit back and relax." ”

Wang Daoxun said, "Okay, let's have a two-pronged approach, Zixin, you immediately set off to Guangzhou tomorrow to investigate the enemy's situation, Xie Tong, you and Lao Lai will transfer 500 good men from the officers and soldiers, go to Luoyang to dig treasures, and come back with some military rations from Shandong by the way, this matter must not be delayed." ”

Huo Zixin put on an extremely reluctant expression, and said helplessly, "Obey!"

Lao Lai smiled and said, "My lord, Brother Xie, he has a tired journey, so let's rest for a while first! Luoyang will go by myself and the nightingale, and I will ensure that nothing goes wrong!"

Wang Daoxun looked at a few people and said, "That's it! It's decided! Let's leave tomorrow and rest!"

Xie Tong walked out of the hall, but did not leave, but lingered at the door, he was waiting for Hong Shan.

The people who walked out of the door, when they saw Xie Tong's appearance, guessed the approximate appearance, smiled at Xie Tong and left.

Waiting for the people to leave, Hong Shan and Cai Wei walked out of the hall hand in hand. Seeing Xie Tong outside the door, he immediately straightened his face.

Xie Tong was busy with a smile on his face and said, "Shan'er."

Hong Shan said unhappily, "Don't talk to me, this girl is angry when she sees you now, Caiwei, let's go!"

Cai Wei didn't stop when she left, so she had to smile bitterly at Xie Tong.

Xie Tong immediately stopped them and said, "Shan'er, you listen to my explanation!"

Hong Shan said angrily, "Get out of the way for me, otherwise this girl will make a move!"

Xie Tong said, "Cai Wei, you go back first, Lao Tzu wants to see how she did it to me today!"

Cai Wei smiled and turned back to the room.

After Cai Wei left, Xie Tong came to Hong Shan's side and said, "Shan'er come with me, I know what I did wrong last time, but you also have to put yourself in my shoes and think about it, you see, didn't I arrive in Xiangyang safely?"

Before the words fell, Hong Shan suddenly became difficult, and flew up and kicked towards Xie Tong's lower abdomen.

Xie Tong didn't expect her to really make a move, and she was caught off guard, and hurriedly turned her body to the side to dodge.

But because the distance is too close, it is still a step too late.

Hong Shan's toes swept his buttocks, and Xie Tong flew out in relay, falling to the ground with a heavy sound.

He simply fell to the ground, stopped moving, and pretended to faint.

Hong Shan said angrily, "Xie Tong, stand up, where to pretend, this girl doesn't have the ability to knock you out!"

Seeing that he didn't get up, Hong Shan rushed up angrily and kicked him twice more in the ass, but Xie Tong still didn't react.

Hong Shan panicked now, hurriedly crouched down, and said, "Brother Tong, how are you, don't scare me."

She pulled Xie Tong up vigorously and pulled Xie Tong on her body, but Xie Tong was too heavy, and she was tired and panting without taking a few steps.

Hong Shan shouted, "Come on, come on!"

Suddenly, a big hand covered her lips, and then Xie Tong's voice sounded in her ears, "Shan'er, you are careless, it seems that you are still not really angry!"

Hong Shan tried his best to resist, but he was never able to break free from his big hand.

Xie Tong directly hugged Hong Shan horizontally, walked towards the bedroom, and met Lao Lai, who said, "Who is calling for help!"

Xie Tong laughed and said, "Brother Lai, don't worry, it's the younger brother and Shan'er who are playing!"

Seeing this, Lao Lai suddenly realized and left with a smile.

Hong Shan was angry and hateful, and hit Xie Tong's chest with a pink punch, saying, "It's all your fault, Shan'er's face is gone." ”

Xie Tong smiled and said, "It's okay, it's all my own family, just see it when you see it!"

The next day, when Xie Tong woke up, it was already three poles in the sun, and the beauties around him didn't know where they were.

He felt hungry and got up and went out.

There were people gathered in the courtyard, Hong Shan and Cai Wei were also on the list, so many people lived in the same courtyard, it was indeed a very happy thing.

The second daughter was admiring the flowers, pointing at the peonies in the yard.

Xie Tong couldn't help but feel a little warm, the last time he lived such a comfortable life was in the oasis outside the plug.

Seeing their happy appearances, Xie Tong couldn't help but ask himself, he always kept hatred and the great wishes of the sect in his heart, whether he was a little too selfish, and let so many people run around with him, it was really a little unreasonable.

Wang Daoxun walked over from the other end of the courtyard, and Xie Tong hurriedly said, "Lord Wang."

Wang Daoxun said, "As a soldier, you must have the habits and character of a soldier, the old man gets up every day at four watches to practice, thinking that you are tired on the journey, this time I don't care about it, and I will practice with the old man tomorrow."

Xie Tong complained bitterly, and nodded hurriedly yes.

Hong Shan and the others were overjoyed when they heard Wang Daoxun reprimanding Xie Tong.

Wang Wanru said, "Dad, Brother Xie is now a person in the rivers and lakes, not an official of the imperial court, so you don't have to be strict there!"

Wang Daoxun said, "Nonsense, in the eyes of the old man, Xie Tong is an out-and-out soldier, he should be trained, but young people don't train, do you want to have the same body and bones as me when you get old?"

A few people burst out laughing.

Wang Daoxun no longer paid attention to them, and said, "Come with me to the study, the old man has something important to discuss with you!"

Xie Tong had to go with him hungry.

Entering the study, the two sat down, and Wang Daoxun said solemnly, "Xie Tong, if the enemy army attacks Xiangyang on a large scale, what will you do?"

Xie Tong said, "What else can I do?

Wang Daoxun smiled bitterly and said, "That being said, the old man has to say that after the prince entered Beijing, he has taken away all the elite soldiers in Xiangyang, leaving behind nothing more than some old and young, sick and disabled, if there is no training in these two years, I am afraid that once the enemy fights, mutiny is possible!"

Xie Tong said, "It shouldn't be, the juniors can still look at the quality of these generals!"

Wang Daoxun said, "You are only looking at the surface, they have never experienced a battle, this combat effectiveness is still to be discussed, Xiangyang is very weak now, I am afraid it will be difficult to resist an attack by the enemy!"

Xie Tong heard that Xiangyang was so vulnerable, if the Huangchao army really attacked from here, it could be driven in and go straight to Luoyang, and the consequences would be unimaginable.

Wang Daoxun continued, "It is estimated that you can also realize the seriousness of the problem, the pressure is all on our side, as long as we try our best to keep Xiangyang from losing, we will be a boulder on the enemy's way forward, and give you all the enemy's teeth." This is also the reason why the old man is in a hurry to purchase military rations. ”

Xie Tong couldn't help but admire the five-body projection.

Wang Daoxun smiled, "However, you have to break your pocket." ”

Xie Tong said, "It's okay, as a citizen of the Tang Dynasty, there are many people who sacrifice their lives for the country, and Xie doesn't care about it."

Half a month later, news came from Lao Lai's side that more than 10 truckloads of silver taels had been successfully transported, and military rations had been purchased in batches in Jinan City, and were being transported to Xiangyang in batches.

The news came to Wang Daoxun's spirits, and his plan was finally implemented as the first step.

Xie Tong was also very happy, in his eyes, Song Wenyuan was a straw bag after all, and the military rations under his jurisdiction were purchased on a large scale, and he didn't even notice it, such an important member of the ruling party was meaningless for him.

Within five days, the first batch of military rations had arrived in Xiangyang, and Wang Daoxun's hanging heart was finally relaxed.

However, Huo Zixin's side never saw the news coming, and Wang Daoxun was in a hurry.

Xie Tong comforted, "Adults don't have to worry about Zixin, Guangzhou is far away, and it is normal that there is no news, Zixin is very shrewd and will not make any mistakes." ”

Wang Daoxun was silent, but Xie Tong could see that he was very strict with this son-in-law, but his heart was still full of expectations and concern for him, Xie Tong couldn't help but secretly rejoice for his brother, and it was also worth celebrating to have such a father-in-law.

The two were drinking tea in the hall, and the housekeeper Wang Fu suddenly ran in and said, "Master, master, uncle, he's back!"

The two hurriedly ran out of the hall, only to see Huo Zixin walking in from outside the courtyard in rags, his face was full of exhaustion, and his body was stained with blood, which had been mixed with dust.

Xie Tong was taken aback, and hurriedly said, "Zixin, what happened?"

Huo Zixin said breathlessly, "Oh no, Huang Chao has already called!"

The two were taken aback when they heard this, and Xie Tong said, "This is a thousand miles to Guangzhou, the road is far away, how can Huangchao come so quickly!" (To be continued.) )