General, please be a loyal minister!

Early the next morning, when the sun broke through the clouds and emitted beams of light in the forest, Han Zhao and Zhao Ji were ready to leave.

Liu Yun followed Sun Yao to send people outside the formation, and handed a package to Han Zhao: "Here are some dry food and medicine, young master, keep them in case of emergencies."

Zhao Ji took it before Han Zhao, and smiled sweetly at Liu Yun: "Thank you, Sister Liu."

His behavior was quite rude, Han Zhao glared at him, and reprimanded him nonchalantly: "There are no rules."

Zhao Ji shrugged, not paying attention.

After bidding farewell to Liu Yun and Sun Yao, Han Zhao took Zhao Ji and continued on the road to the west.

In the battle with Shi Niang, without the assistance of the reconnaissance system and the existence of the blue medicine, he would have no chance of winning against the elusive poisonous insects, and there are still nine people in the organization ahead of Shi Niang.

Han Zhao didn't know their abilities, and he wasn't sure that he could beat them.

If Han Zhao was alone, he wouldn't mind competing with that organization, but he still had Zhao Ji with him, so he had to have concerns.

Therefore, Han Zhao decided to avoid the front of that organization for the time being. The two of them did not enter towns or post stations along the way. All supplies were purchased from farmers in the villages on the way.

In this way, even if the opponent's hands and eyes are open to the sky, they will not be able to find Han Zhao.

When passing a certain farm, Han Zhao changed to a low-bred horse as a means of transportation, and the journey was easier.

The property dropped from the daily tasks plus the money found from Shi Niang earlier is almost enough, but there will be no surplus.

Han Zhao melancholy called up his attribute panel——

Character: Han Zhao (26) / Nineteen (19)

Identity: General/Assassin of the next dynasty (defecting...)

Abilities: [-]th level in military art, [-]th level in marksmanship, [-]th level in archery, [-]th level in equestrianism, [-]th level in martial arts (others) ... [-]rd level in power fighting (failing)

Force value: up

Loyalty value: -50

Justice Value: 5

Status: Poor

Han Zhao fell silent looking at the word "poor". Since unlocking this panel, the word "good" has never appeared in his status.

He felt that the system was messing with... no, it was messing with/him.

Suddenly, Zhao Ji, who was sitting in front of the horse, tugged at Han Zhao's sleeve: "Master, master! Look!"

Han Zhao regained his senses and looked in the direction Zhao Ji pointed.

It was a piece of woodland, and it happened to be unobstructed from the high hill where Han Zhao was now.At this time, a long army was passing through the woods in an orderly manner, winding forward without seeing its head or tail, and the neat banners were stretched in the breeze.

You can know the strength of an army by looking at the car flags. This team has neat flags and orderly chariots and horses. Although it is long, it is not messy at all.

A reasonable organization allows the general's orders to be quickly conveyed to all parts of the army no matter when and where.

The general behind this is a man who knows how to use soldiers.

Han Zhao saw the words on the banner and said, "It's the Youzhou Army." It is estimated that there are thousands of people, and they are heading east, so they should be recalled to the court.

According to the information provided by the system, the current Youzhou Army is led by the Dou family.

The Dou family had three great generals and two empresses. It was the most prominent family of generals in the decline of the Han family. Now his eldest daughter is the empress of the false emperor, and the second son is the brother-in-law of the false emperor.

Zhao Ji's eyes were full of excitement, and he admired sincerely: "It would be great if I could command such an army." Although he was only 12 years old, Zhao Ji had the strength of a newborn calf who is not afraid of tigers, and his natural instinct for power. eager.

what is this.

Han Zhao chuckled disdainfully, but after he opened his mouth, he only said, "There will be a day." With him assisting Zhao Ji, he will definitely be more prominent than this army general.

Zhao Ji asked excitedly, "Really?"

Han Zhao curled his lips and said leisurely, "I lied to you."

Zhao Ji was upset, he looked at Han Zhao angrily, and called out dissatisfiedly, "Master!"

Han Zhao didn't feel guilty at all for deceiving his apprentice's feelings, instead he mocked with disdain: "I don't know anything, but daydreaming is really good."

After he finished speaking, he caught Zhao Ji's dissatisfied gaze and continued on his way.

The figures of the two masters and apprentices disappeared in Gao Gang and disappeared into the deep forest.

Walking in the woods, Han Zhao asked Zhao Ji, "Do you remember what I taught you yesterday?"

Zhao Ji raised his chin like a proud peacock: "Remember!"

Now that he said he remembered Han Zhao, he began to question him: "Soldiers, the great affairs of the country, the land of death and life, the way of survival, you must pay attention... What does this sentence mean?"

Zhao Ji replied without hesitation: "War is a major national event, the way of life and death, and we must be cautious."

"and then?"

Zhao Ji was stunned, this sentence would end here: "Then what?"

"Your own perception—"

Zhao Ji didn't speak anymore, and Han Zhao knew he had nothing to say, so he asked, "Are you afraid of war?"

Zhao Ji said without hesitation, "I'm not afraid."

"Then let you go to war as a general, are you afraid?"

Zhao Ji replied decisively: "Don't be afraid!"

Han Zhao was silent for a moment, and said earnestly, "Then you have to learn to be afraid first." Then learn not to be afraid.

Zhao Ji was puzzled: "Why?"

"If you don't have a heart of reverence, how can you be cautious." Only those who are ignorant will be fearless.

Han Zhao spoke lightly, and he didn't intend to make Zhao Jiquan understand all at once.

The end of the paper is so shallow that I know that this matter must be carried out.

It's just that I don't know if the frontier fortress that once sharpened his edge can sharpen another Zhao Ji.

……

After one and a half months of living in the open air, the two masters and apprentices finally saw the outline of Yumen Pass.

The quaint city is located in the desert, the vast loess stretches infinitely to meet the blue sky, and a meandering river runs like a jade belt, bringing a little "life" breath to this desolate land.

Dwarf vegetation grows along the banks, swaying in the wind and sand—this is the only green.

Han Zhao parked his horse on the side of the road and stared at the field and the city in the distance.

It is still the same as it is in memory, desolate, simple, and heavy, as if it has never changed since ancient times.

It's just that the old trucks full of jade and rose apples disappeared on the road, and it looks much more desolate-because of the turbulent situation in the Central Plains, the trade with the Western Regions has also decreased a lot.

Yumen Pass is still Yumen Pass, but the world is not what it used to be.

The rush all the way here finally slowed down.

Han Zhao and Zhao Ji had no choice but to stop here because there was no document to leave the customs.

As soon as he reached the gate of the city, he heard the sound of horseshoes behind him.

Looking back, I saw dust flying at the end of the road, and a group of people came on horseback. They looked from the direction of Hecang City where the military supplies were stored.

Everyone retreats.

Han Zhao sized up the hurrying team, then looked up at the defenses on the top and bottom of the tower, and smelled a hint of nervousness subtly.

But when he first arrived at Yumen Pass, he had seen and heard very little, so he still didn't dare to make a conclusion.

Once the soldiers and horses passed, the city gate resumed traffic.

The city is quite lively, with a lot of people coming and going, many of them have deep eyebrows and broad eyes, which are exactly the appearance of people from the Western Regions.

Although the Xiongnu took advantage of the civil strife in the Central Plains to regain control of some countries in the Western Regions, the neighboring small countries still communicate with the Central Plains, and Yumen Pass is the only way for them to enter and exit. Therefore, although this place is desolate, it is stronger than many cities in the Central Plains. Prosperity.

Dragons and snakes are mixed here, and it is also suitable for people from all walks of life to hide their names.

Han Zhao took Zhao Ji to find a cheap inn first.

But this is not a long-term solution. He has not yet made a plan and preparation for leaving the customs. He must first find a place where he can live for a long time. If possible, he should find a way to make money.

After Zhao Ji was settled, Han Zhao came to the south of the city under the introduction of the broker.

I heard that there are houses for rent here, and the price is also cheap.

Passing through the remote alleys, it gradually quieted down. This place is indeed remote, no wonder it is cheap.

Han Zhao knocked on the door of the house the broker said.

Then I heard a woman's response from the yard: "Who is it?"

"Tenants." Han Zhao replied.

Not long after the door was opened, it was a girl of fifteen or sixteen years old, very bright and beautiful, and she was not concealed by her plain clothes.

Han Zhao froze the moment he saw the girl.

It's not that he was surprised by the beauty of the girl, he had seen so many handsome men and beautiful women in his previous life, and it was hard for him to be moved by simple good looks.

And he was surprised because the system read out the girl's panel——

Character: Wei Yao/Wei Ruoqing (16)

Identity: Daughter of General Wei Ting/Queen Wei

Force value: low

Justice Value: 70

Status: good

Empress Wei?

Can you meet Zhao Ji's future daughter-in-law here?Still a queen.In fact, there is no book without a coincidence.

Han Zhao really wanted to say that this was also arranged by the system, but he chose to come to Yumen Pass.

And this Wei Yao is 16 years old?

He is older than Zhao Ji, so this kid likes this.

Han Zhao felt that he had discovered his apprentice's taste, and the feeling was very subtle.

According to the information provided by the system, Wei Yao's real name is Wei Ruoqing, and she is the daughter of General Wei Ting of the next dynasty.

Wei Ting passed away two years ago, leaving Wei Yao alone.

According to historical records, Empress Wei, although she was a woman, had the opinion of a national scholar, she followed Emperor Ming in the reckless days; the emperor was extreme and often angry, but only Empress Wei's words could make her look good.

These comments made Han Zhao take a closer look at the girl in front of him, but he didn't see anything out of the ordinary.

— Just like the current Zhao Ji is not Emperor Ming, and the current Wei Yao is not Empress Wei.

Seeing a handsome man, Wei Yao was stunned for a moment before asking: "Your Majesty, do you rent it alone?"

Han Zhao: "No, there is a younger generation, 12 years old this year."

Hearing that Han Zhao had a child with him, Wei Yao felt a little relieved. A man with a child is always more reassuring than a single man.

After a brief negotiation, Guard Yao took Han Zhao to see the courtyard. The small courtyard is next to Wei Yao's house. There are three rooms, a main room, a kitchen, and a yard. It is quite spacious and not damaged.

Han Zhao was not very picky, so he nodded to express his satisfaction when he felt that it was almost the same.

Seeing Han Zhao nodding, Wei Yao made an offer: "Someone entrusted me to rent this. It's a bit old but spacious enough. Just—how about renting it to you for five taels of silver a year?"

This price is not expensive, and Han Zhao is not good at bargaining. He would rather spend a little more money to save the effort of bargaining, but he does not have enough money to rent for a full year: "Can I only rent for three months?"

Wei Yao nodded quickly: "Yes."

Seeing that the deal was so easy, Wei Yao was also very happy: "Then I will help you pack up tonight, and you can move in tomorrow."

Han Zhao nodded, "Thank you."

The author has something to say: Han Zhao: So you like people who are older than you.

Liu Ji: Yes, yes, it can be seven or 14 years older.

Han Zhao: ...