After rebirth, I joined forces with my mortal enemy to seek revenge.

After trying to calm down his mood, Yuan Gongtai looked at his subordinates. He ordered: "Immediately send an order to close all city gates and prohibit entry and exit without orders from the Embassy. Then send people to control all the state and town soldiers patrolling tonight, and those involved will be arrested and imprisoned."

After hearing the news, Zhou Sima stumbled over and stopped at the door. Glancing at the assistants on the ground, he saw Yuan Gongtai's sullen expression and swallowed his saliva.

"It reassures you. It's night now, and all the houses are closed. These people can't escape even if they want to. Besides, the crossbows and arrows are engraved with marks, and so many things were stolen at once. If you want to get it, It takes time to get out of the city. We will search within the city and we will definitely get results."

Hearing this, Yuan Gongtai shook his head, "At this time, the treasury was suddenly stolen. Even if we didn't do anything, there's no guarantee that Pei Jiaoran wouldn't have other ideas. What's more, if something happens, you and I will be blamed if we track it down." Take a deep breath. , he continued: "Go and inform the general of the state town immediately, and ask him to order all the troops and horses. Find the stolen crossbow arrows before dawn."

Everyone in the state was dispatched together, and soon there was a clue about the arsenal.

"The guard of the arsenal said that because he received an order that Mr. Pei was coming to Haozhou, defenses must be strengthened everywhere. In addition, there was a rebellion caused by Zihua Shen outside the city the day before yesterday. The state town general was quite worried about this. He sent People were ordered to come to the arsenal to collect some supplies. The guard said that they also had your warrant and seal, which were verified to be genuine. That's why they were allowed to take them away. According to the information provided by the guard, there were no less than a hundred people involved in the case today. Sir, do you want to put them in jail together?"

The state and town general on the side broke into a cold sweat when he heard this. He himself didn't know when he had given such an order. Even Yuan Gongtai looked puzzled.

"It's ridiculous. When did I give this order? You're so bold to bite the chief officer at will." Although the matter was revealed, Yuan Gongtai still didn't feel relieved, "Send this arsenal guard to prison for interrogation immediately."

"Check carefully where he came from." Yuan Gongtai told Zhou Biejia.

Although he has a clue about this matter, it may not be a good outcome for him. On the contrary, it means that a crisis is coming. He had never given such an order, let alone the general. But the guards of the arsenal said they saw his command talisman and seal, which meant that apart from the insiders who stole the talisman, they even colluded with outsiders. Once the investigation continues, it will not only plunge the entire state into panic, but also cause the remnants of the traitors to resurrect. And if the news cannot be blocked, he, the governor, will inevitably be held accountable.

A thorough investigation is a thorough investigation, but the search is also conducted under other pretexts. Now if we really want to discuss it, we have to close the door and speak our own language.

"Hundreds of crossbows are not a small amount. Haozhou has been affected by Cai Xilie before, and I am afraid that the believers of Zihua God will collude with the thieves and plot evil. Your Majesty, it will be difficult for us to end it by then."

Yuan Gongtai thought about all the possible things that could happen after discussing them with his subordinates. Jinnu arrows are prohibited items and are not allowed to be privately owned by the public. Once discovered, they will be punished as treason. Stealing such a large amount of things, even if it was not aimed at Pei Jiaoran, but at other people or things, would be enough for him to carry around.

"If there is a military rebellion at this time..." Yuan Gongtai frowned. Now the key problem is no longer Pei Jiaoran, but that these stolen things must be returned to the arsenal without any loss. And he heard that Shence Army was also escorted.

Although the accompanying Shence army was not as numerous as the Haozhou town soldiers, it was equivalent to the emperor's private army. In addition, Pei Jiaoran travels with integrity and is equal to the emperor. Putting the two things together, if anyone takes action directly, it is no different from treason. At present, the arsenal has been stolen and the whereabouts of items are unknown. Regardless of whether Pei Jiaoran will die here, he, the governor, will be the first to be held accountable by the imperial court.

Even though he still didn't know who was behind the scenes, Yuan Gongtai still felt a chill running down his spine.

"Since the things haven't been found yet, we might as well ask Mr. Pei to postpone coming to Haozhou and find the things first." Someone said.

Hearing this, Yuan Gongtai was speechless.

"Your Majesty, should we inform Xianggong Pei in advance?" the state general on the side suggested, "Now that such a large number of crossbow arrows have been stolen, anyone who can do this must be familiar with state affairs. We don't know this person Who is it? But Xianggong Pei may not doubt us. If the news gets out, the other party will probably think that we did it intentionally. Even if it has nothing to do with us, he will still be responsible if something goes wrong. "

"Alas." Yuan Gongtai sighed and slapped his palm on the table. "If I knew who it was, I would have to skin him. Those people usually just mess around. At this time, they did not obey my orders. .I really think Pei Jiaoran is easy to fool!"

Although he has friendship with those supporters of the obscene temple, it is also based on mutual benefits and reciprocity. But now it's just that the other party doesn't obey orders, and he actually colludes with people from the state to stab him in the back, which is really infuriating.

"Oh, it seems that someone wants to divert trouble this time. Let me use my hand to conflict with the center, so that he can reap the benefits. Forget it, you continue to search in the city, and be sure to find the inner ghost and the stolen crossbows. .I will personally go to Zihua Temple to question his crime."

Yuan Gongtai was about to go out, but was stopped by people on both sides. The prefect immediately stepped forward and said: "You are not allowed to do so. You have a special status. If the thieves threaten you, they can use your seal to blackmail us and order us to attack Xianggong Pei. Wouldn't it be giving them an excuse?"

He is the chief official of a state, and his seal falls into the hands of the other party. This means that this state also falls into the hands of the opponent. The opponent can take the opportunity to start an uprising in Haozhou and attack neighboring states.

"Your Majesty, why don't you send your confidants to Zihua Temple to inquire about the situation." Zhou Biejia said: "If it is really their fault, you have reason to send troops to attack. If not, that would be better. Suppress. If a thief has merit, he will be rewarded greatly."

"That's the only way." Yuan Gongtai calmed down, the anger on his face disappeared a little, "You should send someone to arrange this matter quickly."

"Here."

At night, there are lights on the shore, and the camp is set up near the water. After tomorrow, we would be able to reach Haozhou. Pei Jiaoran simply ordered the ship to dock and let everyone go out to do some activities.

At present, all the sergeants are drinking and talking together. After getting along for the past few days, although there were occasional disputes between Shence Army and Yangzhou Prefecture Soldiers, fortunately they were only minor fights. After all, most of these local armies looked down upon the Shence Army and regarded them as eunuchs, which was not unusual. As long as they don't cause big trouble, she can put up with them for a while.

Taking advantage of the time when everyone was drinking and having fun, Yiqi left the camp and walked deeper into the forest.

The moon sets on the lake, sparkling.

After lighting the bonfire, Pei Jiaoran took off his outer clothes. Step into the water with bare feet.

The water just reached her shoulders, and her black hair stuck to her neck.

"Jiajia, how about we wash together?" Li Xiujing sat cross-legged on the shore and said enthusiastically.

"I called you here to watch over me. Stay on the shore and have a good time." After that, Pei Jiaoran took the water and poured it on the shore.

Unable to avoid it, Li Xiujing was half-wet by her. She quickly stood up and stepped back, "Okay."

It's cold at night. Pei Jiaoran washed for a while and realized that the water in the lake was unbearably cold, so he went ashore and put on his clothes.

After changing into clean clothes, Pei Jiaoran sat down cross-legged. He looked at Li Xiujing, who looked gloomy, and smiled, "I've washed it. You can go and wash it too."

Looking at Pei Jiaoran, Li Xiujing nodded. I've been on the boat these days. Although there is water, bathing is inconvenient.

After entering the water, I saw Pei Jiaoran still sitting on the shore. Li Xiujing called out: "Jiajia, my feet seem to be cramped. Can you come and help me?"

Hearing this, Pei Jiaoran was cold but said nothing. There was ridicule in his eyes that saw through his tricks.

Seeing her like this, Li Xiujing turned away angrily. Washed up quickly and came ashore.

"The night is long... Do you and I want to do something?" Li Xiujing said.

Hearing the familiar words, Pei Jiaoran sighed, "I don't have a habit of covering up the whole world. Besides, although it seems that no one will come to this place, there might be someone hiding in the dark. If Erlang really wants something, doesn't he have a way? What? Yeliang, I’m going back to camp.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Xiujing sighed. He really didn't have any other ideas, he just wanted to be alone with Pei Jiaoran for a while longer.

The two of them returned to the camp one after another. As soon as I entered the account, I received an urgent report from Haozhou.

"Mr. Pei. Haozhou sent someone to deliver a message saying that the Haozhou arsenal has been stolen. We don't know what the situation is. For the sake of safety, please postpone entering the city."