[System] Datang Baby's Growth Diary

Outside Yumen Pass, the sky is full of yellow sand, and there are swarms of camel caravans.

In the evening of this day, the setting sun in the desert was still hanging in the western sky.Next to an oasis, several caravans camped here tonight.

There were nearly a hundred people in one group, and the soil under the hunchback's feet sank extremely deep. The people of the caravan carrying heavy cargo on their hunchbacks were sitting or standing around several big fires to keep warm.There is a big difference in temperature between night and day in the desert.Although it was midsummer at this time, but at sunset, the sun gradually sank, and it would be so cold that the dripping water would freeze in no time.

"Hey, look over there." A chubby barbarian with a big beard poked his companion with his elbow, motioning him to look the other way.

"Whose caravan is this? The outfit is really weird." Indeed, opposite them, closest to the oasis lake, was a group of strange people.There are not many of them, but they are well-equipped, each of them is equipped with fast horses and weapons, and all of them look very difficult to mess with, with an imposing manner, they look like Lianjiazi.More than a dozen horses surrounded a strangely shaped Shao chariot.

This is no longer the outskirts of the desert. There are no villages or shops in the front and back. Everyone has been sleeping in the open for a few nights. Even the young people look tired and disheartened.However, this group of people is just not the case. They are neatly dressed, have sharp eyes, and are full of energy. They can live so comfortably in the desert, which shows that they are not ordinary people.

However, this is not the strangest place.Most of the people who walk in the desert are merchant camel caravans, and the camels or horses are all piled up with heavy goods for trading, and there are basically no people on the road with light vehicles.But that group of people, except for the extremely luxurious Shao car, who didn't know what was in it, the others were all easy to ride.

Such a weird convoy made the bearded and his party a little vigilant. Could it be that they were so unlucky that they encountered robbers and robbers in the desert? !

Yes, the Hu merchants and Central Plains merchants traveling between the Western Regions and the Tang Dynasty, in addition to dealing with the extremely harsh weather such as desert cooling at night and scorching heat in the daytime and big wind and dust storms, and losing their direction if they are not careful, they are fully loaded The caravan of goods is still a big fat sheep in the eyes of robbers wandering in the desert. They are often robbed, and if they are not careful, they will lose both people and money.

Of course, where there is oppression there is resistance.In order to protect themselves, these caravans who come to the east and travel to the west all the year round will go together and live together.When camping on the way, a ring-shaped "regiment camp" is often adopted. Such a team is also equipped with hired special bodyguards and weapons to resist thieves.An experienced business owner, called "Sabao", is elected by the crowd to direct these people and decide the route.

"Five hundred companions all recommended Zang as a great merchant owner. He was in the middle camp and defended on all sides." It is said that during the Zhenguan period, the famous Master Xuanzang became Sabao when he went to the Western Regions to learn Buddhist scriptures.

The people of the lion camel caravan in this caravan were on guard, and the people of Yu's business company started camping leisurely.Yes, the strange group of suspected bandits was Yu Shaojiu and others who bid farewell to Li Wangxian, set off from Liangzhou, visited the other three counties of Zhangye, Jiuquan, and Dunhuang in Hexi on the way, and left Yumen Pass to enter the desert.

Several super luxurious outdoor camping tents were set up, and the eyes of a group of people next door were full of surprise.Ah Shu Amo started to set up the barbecue grill and cook the rice.Old Doctor Sun couldn't put it down so much that he played with the dried toad he got in the desert a few days ago in the car. Xie Yunliu led a group of other guards to forage and hunt not far away.

After the Shao car, by the still water.

"Xiaoxiao, drink more. This is the snow water on the Tianshan Mountains. It is said to beautify the skin. When I arrive in Kucha, I will help you find out if there is a dog of the right age to marry! By the way, I haven't asked you yet. , do you like a little female, a dog or a male..."

The little white dog looked at his stupid master, stuck out his tongue and licked his fingers, showing an equally stupid smile.

Dote on his master.

Yu Yuan folded his arms and stood in front of a dry poplar tree by the lake, with a tall and straight figure, smiling as he watched Yu Xiaojiu squatting by the lake with the Fushi dog Xiaoxiao in his arms and gently cleaning his hair, talking to himself, some thought amusingly.Xiaoxiao is lively by nature, and usually likes to run outside at home, patrolling the territory by fluttering butterflies and teasing cats.

Entering the desert these few days, there is such a vast and unowned land waiting for it to conquer, how can it be idle.She doesn't like to stay in the car, so Sa Yazi ran into the desert to have fun, her snow-white fur was rolled and dirty, she looked like a groundhog that just got out of the ground.

"Brother, the water here is so clean, I want to take a bath." After entering the desert for a few days without taking a bath, Yu Shaojiu felt that his whole body was about to stink!

"In the evening, I will take you to another place."

"Good~"

While talking, the hunter had already returned.Immediately, Xiao Ba shouted loudly from afar: "Xiao Langjun, we are lucky today, we caught several hares and a single wild wolf, and we have another barbecue tonight!"

Yu Jiu immediately went up to watch the fun with Xiao Xiao in his arms, followed by Yu San who was walking slowly.

The setting sun completely sank to the surface of the earth, and the sky became dark, but it was not completely dark. On the contrary, the night sky in the desert was so beautiful that people were fascinated.Under the dark blue sky, a full moon hangs high in the sky, overlooking this vast land, the moonlight is falling.The northern star field is full of stars, and the Milky Way is like white practice across the northern sky.

Under the night, the aroma of the Yu family's barbecue filled the world, and the unique aroma of meat grilled with spices made even those who were not hungry feel greedy.This made it difficult for the group of lion and camel trading companies who were eating dry food next to them, each of them gnawed on the dried meat tastelessly, and their eyes kept wandering there.

Thinking about the Western Regions business roads in this wealth and danger, they are also well-known large caravans, with nearly a thousand people in three halls and eight banners. up.The merchants are all well-trained and well-equipped, and even the dry food is dried yak meat and spirits. This treatment is enough for most small caravans who come and go with pride.

However, everything is afraid of comparison, and most of the imbalances and acquaintances in the world are produced because of comparison.The fat Hu Shang smelled the deep fragrance in the air, swallowed the saliva in his throat, and scolded his mother in his heart!

Adults can endure it with vigilance and perseverance, but children don't have such considerations.

A boy in an exquisite white robe in the team frowned, spat out the dried fish in his mouth, stood up suddenly, and walked towards Yu Jiu and the others.

"Lang Jun, where are you going?"

"Change something to eat."

"No! Your Majesty, this group of people behaves strangely. They may be bandits. We have never met them in life. We don't know if they are friends or foes. We must think long-term and don't act rashly."

"Since we've never met each other before, then I'm just like this, I can get acquainted and test it out! How can people who are as timid as you make a big deal, no wonder Aye always says that we can't compare to Yu Shi and the others." If you don't go, the roasted meat will almost disappear up!

"Hey! Are you from the Central Plains?"

Yu Shaojiu was drooling at the hare leg that was being roasted in brother's hand, when he heard someone calling him, he raised his head subconsciously, and saw a strange Hu man standing in front of him, also staring at the rabbit leg, Keep swallowing.

This person looks to be about the same age as Yu Jiulang, and he is wearing a white robe that is completely different from the Central Plains style. The fabric is a bit sparse, but the ornaments are complicated and gorgeous, with the color of Manichaeism, and the gold waist chain moves with him. There was a clang, and precious rubies were inlaid on the hollowed-out sleeves.The boy's complexion is bronze, but his appearance is exquisite, especially when he smiles, showing his big white teeth, he looks silly and shrewd, with a contradictory temperament.

He spoke Datang Mandarin, that is, Guanzhong Yayan, but he was obviously not proficient, stumbling, and there were a few words of Tocharian in the middle, but it was hard for Yu Jiulang, a talented person who had studied five languages.

It was the first time that Yu Xiaojiu met someone who took the initiative to talk to him when he entered the desert, and most people would look for "adults" like elder brother, and immediately smiled and said: "Yes, are you from the Kingdom of Kucha? "Unexpectedly, other people saw that he was well protected by everyone, and he was well-dressed and handsome, so they guessed that he was a noble person, and he might be an employer. He might be misunderstood and have bad motives, so they tried not to bother him.

"You... how do you know?" The young man was told where he came from, and he stopped staring at the rabbit's legs in surprise. He stared at Yu Xiaojiu with wide eyes, like a big cat that was frightened and exploded. .

Everyone in the lion camel caravan: (ノへ￣,) Well said formula!In a blink of an eye, it all went out by myself...

"Hahaha" Seeing his expression, Yu Shaojiu felt quite happy, and replied: "I have learned a little Kucha language, and your accent sounds quite similar."

"You are amazing!" This sincere compliment was said in Guan Zhong's elegant words, and the pronunciation was very accurate.After this episode, the two young men quickly got to know each other and started talking.The boy's name in Kucha language is difficult to pronounce, and his Chinese name is Hengming, which is taken from "Don't be afraid of the dark, my heart is always bright".Manichaeism is a dualistic religion, and the core of its teachings is light and darkness.The biggest feature of the Lion Camel Firm is that the owner is a Manichean, and most of its staff also believe in Manichaeism.

Heng Ming admires Yu Shaojiu who has mastered five languages, because he thinks Tang Mandarin is the most difficult language in the world to learn. He was forced to learn it by his Aye since he was a child, but until now he only speaks some common words. , let alone have other energy to learn other languages.

Yu Shaojiu leaned lazily in his elder brother's arms, took the rabbit leg he handed over, and generously invited his new friend to eat too.Because of the blessing of the barbecue, the two chatted happily in Kucha language. Without Yu Shaojiu asking, Heng Ming quickly wiped out his wealth.

Heng Ming and his party are a well-known lion and camel caravan among the caravans in the Western Regions.He is the youngest child of the caravan owner. When he was old, he was also thrown out by Aye to learn how to run a business. Their car was loaded with some precious spices, precious medicinal materials, and rare treasures that were very popular among the nobles of the Tang Dynasty. Jade, etc. and some strange goods that I don't know the use of, have to be sold in Chang'an Xishi, the most famous capital of the Tang Dynasty, and traded for some silk, porcelain, tea, salt and other commodities, and do reselling business.

Basically, most of the caravans in the Western Regions are now engaged in the business of Erdao traffickers. At present, only the perverted Yu's Trading Company can establish its own workshops in various places to produce its own goods for sale.

After walking for half a month, not to mention the exhaustion, eating dry food every day, how could Heng Ming, who was spoiled since childhood, be able to bear it. No, he was hooked by Yu Shaojiu's meaty smell, and finally got his wish. Tender meat, sprinkled with cumin powder and chili powder bought from the system, taste it, it is simply delicious!Heng Ming, who has always been crazy about Chinese characters, wanted to recite the poem "This meat should only be found in the sky, and it can be tasted several times in the world."

Seeing that he likes it so much, Yu Shaojiu warmly invites him to eat. Heng Ming is not polite, he doesn't need others' help, imitates Yu Yuan and the others, and bakes it by himself!In the end, I ate until my belly was blown up like a balloon. I touched my stomach and spread it on the desert, unable to get up.He also clamored to fight another three hundred rounds.

Because of the unreliable young master Heng Ming, the rest of the lion camel caravan also let down their vigilance a little bit, and the person in charge also came over and started talking to Dr. Sun who was drinking next to him.You asked him why he didn't look for Yu Yuan and Xie Yunliu who looked more like the principals?Xie Shizun had a flower from Gaoling. Although Yu Yuan was not that cold and was still hugging someone, but the well-read chief knew that this young man in black looked far more dangerous.

The other guards were also dressed in black, quietly guarding the meat while grabbing the meat, and they could tell they were thugs at a glance.

Yu Yuan: Oh.This kid looks a little uncomfortable.

"Here, this is my favorite food before. I bought it from a big food merchant. Although it is not as good as your barbecue, it has a unique flavor!" Yu Shaojiu took the dried fish from Heng Ming's hand dumbfounded, and thanked him solemnly.

Things like seafood are indeed rare in the inland desert far away from the sea.Dashi is also close to the sea in the south, so there are dried fish.

After delivering the dried fish, Heng Ming also warmly invited Yu Jiu to look at his goods, and said that he would definitely sell him a discount if he told him what he liked.

Yu Shaojiu is really interested in these things. Only by knowing yourself and your enemy can you be invincible in all battles!Although I was a little worried about whether it would be a little abrupt, but seeing Heng Ming's enthusiastic face, thinking about it, he didn't mind, so he readily agreed.