Chapter 123

On the way back, Zhuang Shanke asked what king Jing Zhang Zhou said. Zhao Qijue rode on her horse, as if she were closing her eyes and nourishing herself. She didn't directly answer the teacher's question, but said a faint word.

"From now on, stay away from Zhang Zhou!"

"What? Is it..."

Zhao Qijue suddenly interrupted Zhuang Shanke's words, with a cold tone and said, "teacher, I'm still not king Jing?"

Zhuang Shanke was at a loss in the face of Zhao Qijue's sudden change, but he chose silence after all.

Zhang Zhou sent people to transport the ashes of the dead back to Hezhou and stayed in Wuzhou City for two days. After Chen Chaoying brought people, he set out for Wuxia mountain. No matter what agreement is reached with King Jing, you must go to Wuxia mountain, otherwise the emperor can't make a difference there.

"Fortunately, you are safe!"

Chen Chaoying was very dissatisfied with Zhang Zhou's "recklessness". Zhang Zhou also apologized: "I also cherish my life and want to deal with it safely, but the situation was urgent and could not be delayed!"

"For the first time, you were worried about the safety of Lord Cao, and the time was really urgent. But for the second time? How dare you provoke King Jing? Do you really think the four big monks can protect your integrity?"

"I've also seriously considered this matter. There must be an explanation for brothers' death. In the eyes of those noble people, these people's lives are like grass mustard, but I Zhang Zhou can't do it. In the short term, I can't retaliate against King Jing, and I intend to give him some time, but later I figured out something. If I can't clarify my relationship with King Jing earlier, my trip to Wuxia mountain may be hindered , there is even the danger of black hands! Now I come to the door and force him to give way, which will make the trip safer and smoother! Of course, there is also a little bit of gambling! "

"You openly contact with King Jing, and even don't hesitate to have conflicts! Is to make people all over the world think that if you encounter danger, it must be related to King Jing?"

"It's not all true. In fact, as long as my teacher arrives at dachaoyun temple, he won't dare to deal with me. I'm afraid there's only a dead end waiting for him! The reason why I press him to give in so urgently is to give him a step down and reassure him. If I don't talk about it, he will be worried that I will secretly take revenge and be worried! If he's always worried, It's hard to guarantee that I won't do anything extremely risky! Now I've confessed my caution and forced him to make concessions, so that he will feel at ease! The Kyushu business is not what it used to be, and I can't do anything as freely as before! Even if I hate King Jing again, I can't tear my face with him now. It's better to tell the story so that everyone is comfortable ! sometimes unknown contradictions are more terrible than public conflicts! "

Chen Chaoying knew that what he compared was that he spied on Pingwang Chuang Tzu for Tang Yuer! Different status, different ways to deal with problems! Some things can be used with righteousness, while others must weigh the pros and cons. When it's dark, you have to have dark means. When you stand on the table, you have to have the demeanor on the table. Chen Chaoying thought about the truth Zhang Zhou said.

Zhang Zhou continued: "at present, several forces in the imperial power struggle are on the table. The only thing I can't be sure is king Jing. If he doesn't deal with me secretly, I will be very safe!"

"The former Prince..."

"Zhao Qijue told me that night in emptiness is Zhao Qirui's teacher. If night in emptiness doesn't want me to die, Zhao Qirui will never touch me! Besides, I'm not looking for you to protect my integrity?"

"Ha ha, Lord, are you exquisite among the major forces?"

"It's a fart. It can only be said that the other party won't do it to me easily before it touches the other party's fundamental interests! What I need now is time. I can seek some balance among the forces of all parties, so that we can get more time for development, and I'm satisfied!"

"Well, if we give Kyushu business a few years to develop safely, we can completely straighten out the northern half of Datang!"

"Brother Chen, what I'm worried about now is that the tree wants to be quiet but the wind doesn't stop! After all, the bigger we develop, the more opponents we will face! There are even some we can't guard against!"

"Then the soldiers will block it, and the water will cover the earth. Nothing in the world will always go smoothly. By the way, count the days, and you will soon be a father!"

Zhang Zhou sighed and said, "it's true! If it wasn't for the delay in Wuzhou, I might have left for Hezhou now to accompany Yuniang and watch the child born! But the child can be seen day by day. I kneel a few more times with my wife. Ah, no, I coax a few more times. In short, I can make up for it! I can't afford to delay the safety of the teacher!"

Chen Chaoying nodded and said, "it's said that Taoist Yunfeng feels his pulse three times a day. He's in good condition. He will be safe for his mother and son! Don't worry!"

Zhang Zhou laughed and said, "what's to worry about? It must be the safety of mother and son! Ha ha ha!"

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Chen Chaoying also reported to Zhang Zhou some news about Suzhou, Nanping and Mengzhou.

The Xirong caravan has entered the normal mode, exchanging the silk of Jinyin lane and the tea and porcelain of Nanshi Prefecture for Xirong's jewelry and unique products, and even the seeds of some high-yield crops. In addition, Liu Qingshan plans to open Hezhou liehe furniture workshop in Xirong. After all, it's not cost-effective to rely on transportation and sales.

Tianjie mountain horse farm also began to play the role of a transfer station. First, it undertook the transportation from Tianjie mountain to Xirong, which can greatly reduce the turnover time of Xirong caravans in the territory. Second, infiltrate the Hanhai grassland from the West and start the sales of salt and tea. In addition, I brought back some news about tiehe and Princess Ziyu's deep love and Yujia's recognition by the holy land, while there was no news about the teacher of tiehe, Rick.

The construction of Qinjiang waterway is somewhat slow. First, it is related to the dangerous water situation. Second, there are many bandits and bandits. However, it has also become a good place for Ma Heizi Sahuan to train troops.

Mengzhou is a grassland. It is a good natural pasture. It is also one of the two horse farms of the Empire. Because of its geographical advantages and the lack of strong foreign enemies, its military strength is weak. There are less than 20000 residents in the whole state who live on grazing! With the addition of criminal arrest, the Mongolian army has only a few hundred people. It is indeed unable to catch the flexible sand bandits, and the imperial army has sent heavy troops to encircle and suppress, which is not worth the loss! This is also the main reason why small groups of sand bandits dare to enter and loot frequently. At present, the army and people of Mengzhou can only live in groups to offset the threat of sand bandits!

Because the Kyushu caravan needed a large number of horses, it established a lot of contacts with Mengzhou. In addition, it used silver to pave the way, so it occupied a deserted official pasture. Because it was too close to the desert, it was frequently attacked and had to be closed. Originally, this can only be a furtive behavior, because Datang does not allow "private" horse herding, but in this "transaction" with King Jing, King Jing promised to "legalize" the ranch.

The person in charge of the ranch is Hu Yanjun. He was recommended by Huyan Dongli. He is a talent with good command ability. After investigation in all aspects, Zhang Zhou was very satisfied and decided to let him take charge of the ranch in Mengzhou!

Under the cover of this ranch, Zhang Zhou secretly formed a "private army" to prepare for the suppression of sand bandits and the opening of the second trade route, and to lay the foundation for future "mercenaries". The scale of this private army is planned to be within 3000, mainly composed of those who are good at fighting in the Huyan family, warriors recruited in the grassland, and applicants in Kyushu. But the final quota will not exceed 2000, or even less, so there is still great competitive pressure to survive in well paid mercenaries! Fradas et al. Were also involved.

He Qi also showed his face and used his understanding of the sand bandits to wipe out the two sand bandits in several actions at the beginning! Made a good start for "mercenaries"! Huzi's superb equestrian skills and courageous style are also very eye-catching. Both of them are highly valued by huyanjun. He Qi was exceptionally appointed as the commander of the first battalion and Huzi was appointed as his deputy battalion. This pair of young people is very dazzling among the "mercenaries" in Kyushu!

In huyanjun's big account, there was a fierce dispute over the arrangement of the next action at this time!

At present, although the number of mercenaries is less than 2000, they have been divided into six battalions according to the plan, and all the 12 battalion officers, chief and deputy, are present.

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"I don't think we should underestimate the enemy and advance rashly! After all, this is one of the largest sand bandit gangs in the desert. According to the news, the other party has as many as 500 people!"

An old battalion official, to the point, said his point of view.

He Qi said, "what you said is right, but we don't have time to camp step by step! Besides, now the sand bandits don't know us and can have a surprise effect!"

"Our cavalry army has just been established and many things are inexperienced. Last time the three battalions went out for training, they lost their way and almost didn't come back! The owner handed these people to us. We can't do whatever we want and ignore the consequences!"

After another person expressed his objection, suddenly he said: "everyone, this is not an arbitrary idea. We have enough information to prove that this group of sand bandits rest in a wetland. According to their inherent whereabouts, they will never rest in one place for more than half a month! If you miss this opportunity, it is difficult to have such an opportunity again!"

"I think the owner asked us to come here, not to make us fight steadily, but to eliminate the enemy as soon as possible. I agree with Xiao He!" fudas said little, but clearly expressed his support for He Qi, but then said: "however, I hope our battalion will be the main force this time!"

They are good at fighting and brave. Unfortunately, they are not familiar with the situation. Seeing that the opportunity to make meritorious service is robbed by two young people, it is false that they are not in a hurry!

Although they have not been in Datang for a long time, they have now understood the meaning of "employment". Get "freedom" and have hope in life. At the same time, they also want to make achievements, perform well and prove their value in front of Zhang Zhou.

"I said brother Fu, you're wrong. Now you're unfamiliar with the environment and easy to miss. I'll have a chance to perform well. When you get familiar with the environment, will you have my chance?"

Just as fredas wanted to speak, He Qi said, "are you willing to take credit with my brother?"

Fredas can only be defeated.

Huyanjun naturally knows more. Zhang Zhou wants not only to eliminate sand bandits, but also to open up a business road! If he had enough time, he would definitely choose a more secure method, but Zhang Zhou didn't give him much time!

He stopped everyone's speech and said: "It's important to be safe, but what we need now is time. The owner once made it clear that what he needs is a group of wolf like soldiers! The cavalry growing up through life and death and twists and turns is simply not afraid of failure and sacrifice! It's good to think comprehensively, but too much caution is not advisable! We can enjoy the most generous pay in Datang, and our family can enjoy it A comfortable life, but you can't complete the task of adults. There's no place to put your face! "

Everyone stopped talking and looked respectful! Huyanjun nodded with satisfaction and said, "in this operation, He Qi's first battalion is the main force, and the second and third battalions are the auxiliary. Whoever obeys the dispatch of he battalion officer and delays the fighter plane will be killed without amnesty!"

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A few days later, the sand bandit camp entrenched in a wetland was raided. More than 500 people escaped!

Guan Yu Niang and Tang yu'er left Tang Si Niang's room and came to a secluded place. Guan Yuniang gently touched Gao Gao's bulging abdomen with one hand. Facing Tang Yuer who helped her, she said, "you, don't be unhappy!"

Tang yu'er pursed his small mouth and said, "sister, how long has it been? My husband has a new lover. Can he go on like this?"

"Tang Si Niang is also a hard-working woman. This time, people around her died and hurt. It was a great blow..."

"I know. I didn't say anything else in front of her, but I'm just angry that my husband broke his word and flirted outside!"

"Yu'er, our husband is not an ordinary person. We are destined to have a bigger career in the future. We should share some for him as much as possible! Besides, as a woman, we should be satisfied to get the favor of our husband!"

"I know my husband is kind to us. He's out in the wind and rain. No matter how difficult the situation is, he doesn't tell you or me. He's afraid we're worried!"

"Yes! My husband leaves the best to us! What can our sisters do for him?"

Tang yu'er nodded, but he was unwilling to say, "hum, when he comes home, we must toss him and exhausted him. See if he dares to write songs for other women!"

Guan Yu Niang jokingly said with a smile: "our rain is becoming more and more debauchery. I don't know how to be ashamed!"

Tang yu'er spat out his little tongue, blushed and said, "I didn't let him teach me bad! Besides, my sister seems to be..."

"Don't talk!" Guan Yuniang was so angry that she wanted to fight. Tang Yuer quickly said with a smile: "hahaha, sister, don't do it. Be careful to hurt the child!"

Guan Yuniang quickly stopped her hand and gently stroked her abdomen.

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"By the way, sister, do you say that Xianggong likes boys or girls?"

Guan Yuniang recalled Zhang Zhou's attitude and said with a smile, "my husband is different. He said he likes more girls. I said I hope it's a boy. I also let him blame me and criticize me for favoring boys over girls!"

Tang Yuer put down his previous dissatisfaction with Zhang Zhou and comforted Guan Yuniang instead.

"I know how much my sister hopes that my husband can come back and stay with me, but he has a lot to do and can't help it. Don't blame him, sister!"

Guan Yuniang nodded and said with a smile, "don't worry. Although he had some ideas, how could he not understand him? He didn't know how many apologies he wrote in his letter! He also asked Uncle Fuxiang to find the last midwife in Kyoto and said that he was afraid that our female medical officials were inexperienced."

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"The Taoist priest said that after his sister gave birth to the child, he would leave for Suzhou to tell the Xianggong the happy event. By the way, he would like to invite Master Kong Che to come. Sister, do you have anything to make decisions and arrangements for the Xianggong?"

"Well, you go and sort out the recent business situation and the plan of this year's double meeting, and let the Taoist priest take it. I'm really not at ease when others take such important things!"

"OK, I'll hurry up. Do you want to tell my husband the news of Tang Si Niang?"

"Don't hide it! Xiao Qi is no longer in trouble. Let's inform the minister. In case there is something big behind him, don't delay the minister's arrangement and deployment!"