Smoke rose into the sky, and the villagers cried and screamed.

When Lu Shen saw it, he didn't dare to stop at all. He turned his horse's head and ran towards the fields.

Xu Shi took a look at it and was frightened. He hit his horse and ran away.

Nearly a hundred followers drew their bows and swords one after another, followed Lu Shen and Xu Shi, and rushed to the northeast.

Dozens of cavalry were chased out of the village, and there seemed to be cavalry cruising in the fields. After hearing the sound of the horn, they all raised their heads.

A sergeant climbed up from the woman's body and was tying his pants while shouting.

Someone was covered in colorful silk. After hearing the noise, he subconsciously took out his equipment.

Others were boiling water and sharpening knives. Under the sad eyes of the farmers, they slaughtered the cattle and ewes. After hearing the sound of horse hooves, they were also hesitant.

As if a hornet's nest had been stabbed, knights from all over the country rushed over and chased Lu Shen, Xu Shi and others in the direction in which they were fleeing.

After chasing him for more than thirty miles, he finally gave up.

Although that group of "beasts" only had a hundred people, they had two to three hundred horses, and they ran very fast. Of course they also had horses, but they would be taken out to the wild, and it was difficult to gather them in the hurry, so they gave up decisively after running out of horse power.

Chase.

"Go back." The leader was wearing a round felt hat with a ribbon hanging from the brim and a mink fur decoration on his forehead, looking like a nobleman from Wuhuan.

He finally glanced at Lu Xu, the direction Xu Shi was escaping from, and sneered, saying: "If it's spread, it's spread. It doesn't matter. Wang Pengzu asked me to help in the battle. I didn't give out a few coins, so what if I get it myself?"

Already?"

When everyone heard this, they all agreed.

Is it ridiculous that the Youzhou shogunate summoned them but didn't give them enough money?

If it was the Han Dynasty, they would have rebelled directly. The imperial court would suppress them and they would fight as long as they fought. Is it reasonable to not pay them?

The cavalry who gathered from all over gradually dispersed and returned to the village just now.

There are only a hundred households in the village, and they are not locals. They moved from nowhere. They occupied a land with fields and rivers, started farming, and built a fence.

But this kind of low wall may not even be able to block bandits, let alone them.

A small fence can't quench our thirst! We have to continue searching tomorrow to seize more villages, towns and forts.

On the other side, Lu Shen and Xu Shi ran all the way without daring to stay.

Only when the horse can't run any longer will he stop and rest for a while.

The road was full of dangers, and there were looting thieves everywhere. It was as if some door had been opened overnight, and countless evil spirits were released, ravaging the Hu and Han people in Youzhou wantonly.

Neither of them said much.

The facts are obvious. Wang Jun hired people to help him fight, but with the lack of money and the decline of his own prestige, he could no longer effectively command these barbarian tribes. In fact, some Han marshals did not like him.

, when it’s time to rob, when it’s time to kill, I did something evil, what can you do?

Fortunately, they were of high status, and there were many castles and manors along the way where they could stay and rest. After hurrying slowly, they arrived at the southern border of Jixian County on September 20th.

It's not very peaceful here either.

On the desolate land, crops have been harvested and tents can be seen everywhere.

The average family size of the Hu tribe in Youzhou is about seven, and they like to live in groups of three, with a total of more than 20 people gathering in one place to graze.

This is the case in the southern border of Jixian County.

The Han fortress and the Xianbei tent group stand staggered. The two sides are generally peaceful and there are not many disputes.

Of course, this kind of peace is very fragile. Once there is a change in Youzhou, conflict will inevitably break out between the two sides. It may not necessarily be the Han people and the Hu people attacking each other. It is more likely that the Hu and Han people will join forces and attack another force that joins the Hu and Han people.

This is the law of the jungle, the weak eat the strong.

Lu Shen and Xu Shi did not enter the city, but went directly to the manor of the shogunate chief Shi Zaosong outside the city.

****

"Master, take a closer look." In the manor, Zao Song, Zhu Shuo, You Tong, Pei Xian and others were sitting on the couch and said to a sorcerer.

The mage had some magical powers, so he stared at it for a long time without even blinking.

Zaosong, Zhu Shuo and others became a little nervous.

Suddenly, the mage's expression changed drastically, he closed his eyes and recited a mantra hurriedly.

Everyone was anxious and waited patiently.

After a long time, the Master opened his eyes and sighed: "It's strange that you all have the appearance of wealth."

Zaosong was overjoyed. He pointed to the entourage behind them and asked, "Do all of them have the appearance of wealth?"

"Of course." The mage replied.

Zhu Shuo coughed and whispered to Zaosong: "Taiwanese, what is the ability of this ascetic alchemist?"

Zaosong also replied in a low voice: "Don't doubt it, Uncle Qiu. This alchemist is a great scholar in Jianye. He traveled to Beizhou and promoted Buddhism. He is proficient in the alchemy of ascetics, studied physiognomy, and has also developed supernatural powers."

"What magical powers?"

"The Heavenly Eyes, Heavenly Ears, Other Minds, Fateful Paths, and Wishful Instincts are all obtained by cultivating the Four Zens. Only the Outflow Path has not yet been cultivated, but it is wonderful."

Zhu Shuo was in awe.

The followers behind them were even more happy when they heard this.

These people are all confidants, including guests in the palace, generals and servants, and even officials in the shogunate. They were originally anxious and uneasy, but when they heard about wealth and honor, their worries disappeared and their determination gradually became firmer.

Zaosong glanced at Pei Xian without leaving any trace.

Pei Xian looked hesitant.

Zaosong winked repeatedly.

Pei Xian finally sighed and said, "I heard that Master met Mr. Chen in Yezhong last year?"

"I met him once from a distance," the Master replied.

"What does Mr. Chen look like?" Pei Xian asked.

A look of surprise appeared on the mage's face, which soon turned into fear and even regret.

His expression aroused everyone's interest.

You Tong asked: "Master, why do you need to cover up? Whatever you saw, you can tell me."

The mage remained silent.

Just when everyone was getting impatient, he finally spoke: "The poor Taoist looked at Mr. Chen from thirty steps away, which hurt his cultivation."

Zhu Shuo was surprised and said: "Why?"

"Chen Gongxiang has a coiled dragon, and he is not a human minister." The master sighed: "The poor Taoist used his magical power to spy on me, but he was injured by the dragon. I am ashamed, I am ashamed."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the audience was shocked.

Everyone looked at each other with different expressions.

Those who have doubts think this is not very reliable. Although everyone usually likes to talk about mysterious and mysterious things, and also like to read and write ghost legends, "Xiang has a coiled dragon", this is too exciting! Is it true or false?

Some are extremely excited, and they feel like they have mastered the "big secret". When others are still confused and hesitant, wouldn't it be wonderful to strengthen their confidence, become a minister of the dragon, and lay the foundation of family wealth? Just think about it.

So excited!

There are also some people who are like mirrors in their hearts, but they don’t say anything when they see through. This kind of people are ruthless and don’t talk much. They like to consider things from the perspective of interests. The Master said that it doesn’t matter if Mr. Chen has a white star above his head. He has already made a decision and is on the throne.

The ship, intending to give it a try, nothing can change their will.

Overall, today's meeting was very effective.

In a metaphysical society, you have to adapt to these weird things, and there are really many people who believe in this stuff, including high-ranking officials in the court.

The coming of the Taibai Star Spirit, the prophecy about the cessation of the Luoshui River, the legend of Xiang You's Panlong, etc., all gave Chen Gong a layer of mystery and seemed worthy of following.

What? Wang Pengzu? I don’t know him!

The mage quickly went to rest.

Zhu Shuo and You Tong were about to say something, but Zao Song stood up and said, "Everyone, please rest for a while. Later, we will go to the main hall to have a banquet. Lu Zili and Xu Yizu have returned from Fan Yang."

****

After three drinks, the atmosphere was warm.

There is a big event today, so I won't accept it if it is dismissed.

When that thing is eaten, first the whole body becomes hot and hot, and I wish I could take off all my clothes, and then I feel like I am full of vitality.

Do you really think that everyone’s style is so low that they have to imitate animals and fuck around in broad daylight? It’s really the effect of drugs.

Everyone was pretending to be worried, and after they had finished eating and drinking, Zao Song, the host, first dismissed the servants and prostitutes, cleared his throat, looked at Sima Youtong, the shogunate, and said: "Guangming, there has been a large gathering of Hu and Han troops from all counties recently.

It’s causing such a mess, can you put some control over it?”

You Tong pondered for a moment and said, "It's difficult."

"Why?"
To be continued...