Bastard's Counterattack [Rebirth]

Hmph, double crime?

Han Ruhai couldn't help sneering, thinking: What is King Qing?There is no formal appointment of authority, no prior punishment, and no timeline!I just wanted to find an excuse to excuse that kid, for fear that I would take the opportunity to intervene!

"I obey, I will do my best!" Rong Youtang bowed his head respectfully, nervous and excited, after all, this was the first time he had officially received an order from King Qing.

Zhao Zeyong's eyes showed a bit of a smile: "Get up. Although everyone in this room is trustworthy, you should also pay attention to what you say, so as not to cause trouble." He didn't even look at others, but the others couldn't help it Quietly squinting at Han Ruhai.

It just doesn't make sense!

Han Ruhai's face was as black as the bottom of a pot, and his chubby fleshy face was gloomy and scary.At the time, Grand Tutor Han Feihong was a veteran of the two dynasties, with power all over the world, and his daughter was a concubine favored by the emperor, extremely honorable.However, there is always a fly in the ointment in life, and Taifu Han also has regrets: he has many wives and concubines, seven or eight daughters, but only two sons, the eldest son unfortunately died young, and there is only one baby and only son, who has been carefully cared for. Entering the court, but only a fourth-rank idle official.

However, although Taifu Han had the youngest son, his brother's family has a thriving male family, and a big family always needs men to support it, otherwise it will undoubtedly decline.Therefore, Taifu Han has always cared about his nephew, and Han Ruhai was promoted to the third rank by his uncle.

I am the nephew of the current imperial tutor... In fact, I am not much different from my own son!What are you?Dare to crowd out and suppress Lao Tzu?

Han Ruhai's face drooped so long that he was used to calling the wind and calling the rain in the capital, and he couldn't even pretend to be respectful in front of King Qing.

"Jiufeng Mountain's terrain is dangerous, with ravines and valleys, deep and dense forests, and cliffs on three sides of the main peak. It is said that only the north slope is accessible. The specific facts and details reported by the county officials need to be verified. Lin Peng!"

"The end is here!"

"Tomorrow you will bring 50 people to spy on the area from Yingzui Ridge to the west cliff of the main peak of Jiufeng Mountain."

Lin Peng hesitated for a moment before bowing: "The last general takes orders."

"Ma Haobo."

"The end is here!"

"Tomorrow you will also bring 50 people to spy on the area from Guijiangou to the South Cliff of Jiufeng Mountain."

"The last will obey!"

"General Han is in charge of the rest of the gentle slope on the west side. The king needs you to provide information about the terrain, fortresses that may be set up, and the presence of people. Those skills, have you been trained?" Zhao Zeyong asked carefully.

"Your Highness, although the Yuanshui camp is stationed in the suburbs of Beijing, they also train hard day and night, and never let up!" Han Ruhai felt dissatisfied with the contempt on his face, and he questioned: "Only bring 50 people? It’s not too few, we’re new here, we’ve never seen Jiufeng Mountain before, so if we rashly go to explore the way, wouldn’t it be like sending us to death?”

Zhao Zeyong raised his eyebrows: "According to General Han's statement: the enemy has more than 1000 people, and our army only has one-tenth of them. So even if we take [-] people to explore the road, it is not enough to die?"

"That's the truth!" Han Ruhai argued vigorously.He lived to be 40 years old and served as a general for more than ten years, but he lived in Yuanshui in the suburbs of Beijing. At most, he assisted in the search for small thieves and robbers. ?I was terrified!He said in a low voice: "Your Highness, do you think you should wait until you arrive in Shun County tomorrow to make a long-term plan?"

"How many days are left in the half-month period stipulated by His Majesty?" Zhao Zeyong asked calmly.

"I—" Han Ruhai shut up aggrievedly.

"This king has his own sense of propriety, and he will play all the military information. But if someone disobeys orders before fighting, you have to think clearly!" Zhao Zeyong said without doubt: "Tomorrow is the right time, set off on time, and rush to Shun County at full speed ! In addition, 30 people who fled from Yuanshun County are waiting outside. General Han, you can discuss on your own and choose local mountain people who are familiar with Jiufeng Mountain to help find the way tomorrow."

There was an eerie silence.

Silent.

Rong Youtang thought to himself: General Han really wants to disobey orders?Disobedience on the battlefield is a capital offense, and for this alone, the chief general has the right to behead his head, as a way of rectifying the army.

After a while, Han Ruhai gritted his teeth and said, "I obey."

Zhao Zeyong dealt with it calmly, and ordered: "If you understand the mission, you can go down and arrange it. I don't want the bandits to be suppressed, but I have to rectify military discipline first. Although you are soldiers of the Yuanshui camp, if this trip If it goes well, there must be some rewards from the imperial court. Let's weigh each other."

Several participating generals did not dare to express their opinions, and secretly observed Han Ruhai's face.Although they admire King Qing, they are helpless in Yuanshui, so they naturally have concerns.

Zhao Zeyong started to write the memorial on his own, with a steady and strong pen tip, like flowing clouds and flowing water, and quickly wrote half a page.Even sitting, the majesty and imposing manner have not diminished, so it should not be underestimated.

What did he say in the memorial?Han Ruhai thought angrily.

King Qing was in command, with his grade and style of conduct, not only did he have the right to perform, but he even did it several times before performing it!For example, officials like Li Mo who neglected his duties, and Zhang Tingshi who was corrupt.

Hmph, who is willing to support such a cold, tough and ruthless prince?He deserved to die in the Northwest Frontier!

After a unilateral stalemate for a while, the military order was like a mountain, Han Ruhai finally bowed his head: "Yes, the last general will obey the general's order." After finishing speaking, he shook his sleeves and left angrily.

Several participating generals deliberately dawdled for a few steps, left politely, and bowed out after getting permission.

Rong Youtang frowned and sighed: "Your Highness, the surname Han has such a temper!"

As the impression got worse and worse, Han Ruhai had changed from "General Han" to "the surname Han".

Zhao Zeyong said indifferently: "Eat, drink and enjoy yourself, raise a fat body, and squeeze out your brain. Taifu Han has sharpened the knife for more than ten years, and handed it to the king. He is still dreaming, thinking that he is here to watch the bandits and relax. Good luck."

Rong Youtang was shocked: "You—"

"It's not my king, it's the decision made by his own uncle." Zhao Zeyong wrote the memorial, after it dried for a while, sealed it neatly, handed it to Rong Youtang, and ordered: "As soon as dawn, send someone to the nearest post station." , six hundred miles to hurry up."

"Yes." Rong Youtang took it with both hands, and carefully locked it in the drawer.

Zhao Zeyong got up, but he was not going to sleep, but went to get his sword.

"Your Highness, where are you going?" Rong Youtang hurried forward and asked in a low voice.

"Don't ask, keep it secret. No matter who comes, don't disturb the king's rest, understand?" Zhao Zeyong warned solemnly, raising his hand to pat Rong Youtang's shoulder.

"Oh, yes!" Rong Youtang's eyes sparkled, excited and worried, but regretful, he approached and lowered his voice, "Your Highness, if you don't know martial arts, don't you?"

Zhao Zeyong smiled: "Of course. Just like you, it's a burden to carry."

"..." Rong Youtang had nothing to say to King Qing's uprightness. He said earnestly, "Your Highness, is this your first visit to this place? Be careful and safe! Also, you won't be able to see the Lord General tomorrow." , what if there is trouble?"

"Everything has been arranged." Zhao Zeyong patiently pointed out to the boy: "Don't worry about it here, the Guanzhou food security team will arrive in the middle of the night, there is no joke in the army, you kid is trying to win the king's breath."

Rong Youtang raised his head and raised his chest: "I will do my best!"

"Let's see if you can find out anything. The king is going to clean up Hejian province." Zhao Zeyong gave a signal, and the four guards immediately entered the room quietly.

"Then, I wish His Highness and his party all the best!" Since it was kept secret, Rong Youtang wisely prepared to leave.

Zhao Zeyong waved slightly: "Go and do your work."

The night was thick and the wind and snow were blowing. A well-trained team appeared on the trail leading to Shun County from Songyang Town. They chewed on horseback, and the horseshoes stepped on the snow silently, and rushed into the forest.

Rong Youtang opened the door and covered it with his backhand. It was no surprise that Prince Qing's personal guards were on duty faithfully.

"His Highness is resting, he ordered no one to disturb you." Rong Youtang relayed.

"I would like to obey His Highness's order." The personal guards bowed towards the room, and a few strong men with knives, like gate gods of iron towers, stood guard at every step.

Wei Jie came out and said, "Brother Rong, His Highness ordered me to assist you in receiving the Guanzhou grain escort team."

Hey, Your Highness is so thoughtful!I have no official position, no qualifications, and no strong back. It is really difficult to do things in the army.

"That's great!" Rong Youtang held out his hand happily: "Brother Wei, please! Let's find a place to put food and grass temporarily, and we have to make early arrangements for the food and lodging of the folks in Guanzhou."

"It's up to you to decide, I only know how to fight." Wei Jie said heartily.

The two walked down the stairs side by side, Rong Youtang was thinking about how to receive the wealthy businessmen from Guanzhou—in fact, everyone was open-minded: the banditry in Jiufeng Mountain is so rampant, it is more likely to be involved with the government.As for wealthy businessmen?They have strong financial resources, but their status is low. Anyone who is rich and powerful will not fight alone, and must be inextricably linked with the officials.

"Why did the distinguished guests come down in person? What can I do for you two?" The shopkeeper smiled attentively, trotted closer, nodded and bowed.The small town inn has never welcomed so many guests at one time, including not only the general, but also the prince, the legendary King Qing of the Northwest!The shopkeeper thought he would lose money and gain fame, but unexpectedly he collected a lot of money. He was pleasantly surprised and panicked, so he waited on the shop all night.

"Shopkeeper, is there any room available?" Rong Youtang asked politely.

"Ah? There is still a military master coming?" The shopkeeper suddenly became nervous, and said anxiously: "The conditions of the small shop are poor, and it is too negligent to entertain the distinguished guests. I am really sorry, there are no more vacancies." After a pause, he suggested again: "However, there is not only the villain's inn in this town, there is also a 'Guangyuanju' at the end of the street, there may be vacant rooms, how about villain to ask?"

Rong Youtang shook his head: "You don't need the shopkeeper, it's at the end of the street, right? Let's go and have a look."

"The villain will lead the way for the honored guests." The shopkeeper was extremely enthusiastic, and greeted repeatedly: "It's snowing outside, Xiaoer, hurry up and find coir raincoats, snow hats and wooden clogs for the nobles!"

Rong Youtang didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "It's really unnecessary, you should be busy, we can go by ourselves."

"Hey, how can I do that? You two are foreigners, so it's better for a villain to lead the way." The shopkeeper opened the front door of the inn, bowed courteously, and insisted on sending the distinguished guests to Guangyuanju before giving up.

In a remote town in a foreign land, walking the streets late at night, it was extremely deserted and lonely, and the wind and snow never stopped.

——Where are they now, Your Highness?

Rong Youtang was distracted by his thoughts, waiting for the people in the inn to open the door.

"Brother Rong, it sounds quite lively inside." Wei Jie frowned, subconsciously tightening his saber.

Just as Rong Youtang was about to speak, the door of the inn was opened from the inside, and a young guy asked, "Who are the two guest officers?"

Wei Jie in military uniform stepped forward and said bluntly: "The imperial court has sent an army to suppress the bandits under King Qing's command! Do you have any vacant rooms here?"

The shopkeeper rushed to hear the news, opened the door immediately, and said enthusiastically: "Yes, there are vacancies! Adults, please come in quickly! Xiao Er, hurry up and make tea, tidy up the upstairs wing room, and put the carbon basin away !"

But Rong Youtang waved his hand and explained: "We are not staying at the hotel, the guests will arrive later, and we need to borrow your store to temporarily store food and grass, please try to find a suitable place."

After half a night's rest, the food and grass will be escorted to Shun County with the army after a few hours, and will be stationed in the county government at that time.

"Oh, yes yes yes!" Upon hearing that it was military food, the shopkeeper obviously became more respectful, and the common people were most afraid of causing trouble if they failed to keep their promises.

Wei Jie forcefully ordered: "You calculate the money, send it to the Donglai Inn in front, and hand it over to the bamboo secretary. He will settle the bill after checking."

"In that case, you all prepare first, and the guests will come later." Rong Youtang said, and when he was about to go back, a clear and loud voice suddenly came from the noisy inn: "Little Master Rong, don't rush to leave , come in! Accompany me, have a cup of tea and chat." Han Ruhai drank the wine in one gulp, and there was a table full of dishes in front of him, including wild game.

The other party is a general, and Rong Youtang is currently a member of the Bandit Suppression Army, even if it is a non-staff member, he has to obey orders, otherwise the crowd's discussion will be delicate.

"General Han is so elegant, drinking tea by the stove on a snowy night." Rong Youtang and Wei Jie went in together, and said with a smile: "The tea in Songyang Town is really special, it smells like wine."

Han Ruhai poured the wine with a big thorn, and after drinking it in one gulp, he took a piece of venison and threw it into his mouth, chewing until his lips became oily, and he opened his eyes and said nonsense: "Mr. Tea ceremony. This tea is specially made in Songyang Town, and it is specially made for warming up and invigorating blood in winter nights. If you drink a few pots of it, you will feel groggy in bed, and you can suffer quietly no matter how you are tossed about by others."

With a "boom", the blood all over Rong Youtang's body seemed to rush to his head instantly.

Except for Han Ruhai, everyone was embarrassed.Wei Jie's face suddenly changed, he is Prince Qing's personal guard, he has always respected Zhao Zeyong like a god, and Rong Youtang as a brother, seeing him approaching to speak, Rong Youtang hurriedly stopped him.

"Really?" Rong Youtang clenched his fists tightly in his sleeves, glanced at the table full of wine and food, and said with a light smile: "Then General Han drank several pots, and he would fall into a drowsy sleep when he returned home. He should be able to sleep well for seven days. Eight days?"

Once the half-month deadline is over, you will be dealt with by military law when you wake up!

Rong Youtang stood expressionlessly.

"What are you talking about? I drink too much... I drink tea like water. Do you think it's you? If you don't drink it—" Han Ruhai lost face at King Qing, and wanted to humiliate his male pet to vent his anger , Unexpectedly, the other party dared to speak back?He was about to continue running, and when he mocked the other party for flirting, Rong Youtang said again: "General Han has really worked hard. He took time out of his busy schedule to observe the local eating customs. The villain will definitely report to His Highness when he returns! The general is slow to use, but the villain has a lot of money." I'm on business, excuse me."

Didn't you laugh at me for being a male favorite?Alright, then it's not normal for me not to do what a male pet should do!Rong Youtang thought angrily.

"Hmph, report it yourself, I'm not afraid!" Han Ruhai yelled while drinking, and the generals who were sitting with him hurriedly dissuaded him, all complaining in their hearts. "Why are you stopping me? I'm also performing official duties! You, all of you, come over here! Tell me the details of Jiufeng Mountain in Shun County. This general is going to suppress the bandits!" Han Ruhai held up his chopsticks and pointed towards the corner tremblingly. Thirty Shun County refugees.

"Farewell!" Rong Youtang shook his head secretly, and left with Wei Jie.

The wind and snow are blowing again, and the cold makes people calm down slowly.

"Brother Rong, don't take it to heart, we know you are not that kind of person." Wei Jie comforted awkwardly.The "we" in his mouth refers to the guard brothers.

Rong Youtang sighed, and said with a helpless smile: "I'll be out of anger in a while, the living can't be angered to death. It's just guilt, I'm an unknown person who has brought His Highness's reputation down. The surname Han is simply reckless! Marching and fighting, official business Haunted, he actually eats and drinks like that?"

Wei Jie said distressedly: "There is no way out, they belong to the Yuanshui Camp, and they are not under His Highness's control. There are many tricks here. If His Highness hadn't been in command, others might not be able to order them around."

"Forget it, time is running out, let's go back quickly, I have an immature idea that I want to discuss with my elder brother..." Rong Youtang quickly adjusted his mentality, concentrating on speaking his thoughts in a low voice.

In the ugly time, the Guanzhou food escort team finally arrived in Songyang Town, and was escorted by the state government servants with knives. There were more than [-] people in the group, and [-] tons of grain and grass.

"Everyone has come from afar. You have worked hard. It is really rare for you to donate generously and voluntarily help the court to suppress the bandits. His Highness Prince Qing has written an excerpt to reward you all. Please come in and drink some hot tea to drive away the cold." Youtang greeted him enthusiastically.

Wei Jie ordered a few soldiers beside him: "You immediately transport the grain and grass to Guangyuan residence, so that you can watch over it and make sure there is no mistake!"

"Yes!"

Everyone in Guanzhou approached Shun County with trepidation. It was not until they saw the imperial army in uniform and sabers that they finally smiled in relief.Businessmen attach great importance to maintaining good relations with the government. The people in the business field are smart and have a good way of dealing with people. Representatives of wealthy business families gathered around Rong Youtang and Wei Jie to talk affectionately.

"Come, please come in." Rong Youtang led the way, and asked with a smile on his face: "How many days have you been on the road?"

The leader was Guanzhou Tongzhi, a thin, white-faced middle-aged man. He respectfully said: "Master Hui: After receiving the urgent notice from the superior, Guanzhou immediately started to prepare food and grass, and set off in two days. My god, I'm afraid I will delay the important affairs of the court."

"Thank you, please come in." Rong Youtang carefully observed the dozen or so people in front of him.They are all wealthy businessmen from Guanzhou, and they came here under the threat of rebels from Jiufeng Mountain, so they must have their own plans.

The inn was full of soldiers, sleeping everywhere.The shopkeeper thought hard, finally knocked on the door of the noodle restaurant next door, and hurriedly prepared tea and hot meals.

Wei Jie took the seat first. He was tall and strong, and he was good at bluffing people when he was serious, and he would speak with care when necessary.

In this way, it will be easy for the young and kind Rong Youtang.

"Please sit down, everyone please sit down." Rong Youtang greeted decently and thoughtfully: "His Royal Highness King Qing is busy with official duties, and he can't get away, so he specially ordered me to wait for you to receive you. Don't blame me for the simple food and light food. Songyang Town only That's it."

"Your Excellency, please be polite. The officials are here to deliver food and grass. I only hope that the rebels in Jiufeng Mountain will be wiped out soon. I will listen to your arrangements for everything!" Guanzhou Tongzhi said sternly, for fear of being rude or respectful.

After being polite and humble for a while, everyone was seated.

There is a red clay stove in the middle of the table, on which the hot soup in the iron pot is tumbling, the bottom material is undulating, gurgling, and the aroma is overflowing, and the surrounding plates are filled with shabu-shabu vegetables and meat slices; each person also puts seven or eight dipping plates on hand, and A small cup with a peculiar shape.

"Everyone is tired all the way, let's chat while eating, you don't have to be polite." Wei Jie raised his glass, and everyone hurriedly got up and greeted the glass with a low voice.

After moving his chopsticks, Rong Youtang got up and shuttled back and forth. He was also considered a businessman, he was very familiar with the conversation, he had a nice voice, a good smile, and a witty remark. Everyone regarded him as "Lord Wei's confidant", so he was naturally very generous.

Therefore, the atmosphere during the banquet was very harmonious and joyful: from the generous food raising to the hardships of the journey, from the customs of Guanzhou to the interesting stories in Hejian, it was very lively.

Sitting around the big table, Durong Youtang stood pouring wine and persuading the dishes, watching everyone's every move: the small brown cup on the table contained the special mouse fish meat of the stream in Songyang Town, which died when it came out of the water, steamed Afterwards, it has a rotten smell and must be eaten with a special sweet-scented osmanthus sauce.

——The locals in Hejian try their best to avoid the surrounding area of ​​Shun County, especially the Fujia family, who mostly rely on the Yanhe waterway for their business.

Therefore, everyone would be curious to open the small cup to have a look: most of them frowned and closed it as it was; two or three were caught by the sidelines, embarrassed, so they tried a sip, immediately frowned, and pushed away decisively ——There was only one man in his early thirties, wearing a dark red satin robe, picked up the rat fish, and subconsciously sent it to the sweet-scented osmanthus sauce dish. Halfway through the delivery, he stopped abruptly, picked it up calmly, and threw it into the cup. It seems disgusting or disliked.

Okay, I have to focus on you!

Rong Youtang suppressed his joy, and continued to talk with others.He came up with this idea after smelling the rancid smell in the inn and asking the shopkeeper out of curiosity.

No matter how caring people are, there are times when they don't care.

After drinking and eating, and properly arranging for everyone to rest, it was already the beginning of Yin Shi.

Rong Youtang and Wei Jie yawned and walked back to the inn.

"Brother Rong, you are quite capable, it seems that my worry was for nothing." Wei Jie said cheerfully.

"It's just a coincidence." Rong Youtang said very tiredly: "Let him dry first, so as not to overwhelm the enemy. In a few hours, they will follow us to Shun County with the grain and grass, and we have to check the grain and grass carefully tomorrow."

Rong Youtang originally wanted to go to Wei Jie's room to take a nap, but when he turned the corner, he was stopped by the guard on duty opposite: "Xiao Rong, Your Highness told you to go in and answer."

Hey, almost exposed!I always thought that His Highness had gone out.

"Okay." Rong Youtang hurriedly nodded solemnly, and walked forward quickly, pretending to be in a hurry to meet King Qing.

His Highness is not inside and cannot knock on the door.

Rong Youtang pushed the door directly, but in the bedroom that was thought to be empty, there was an acquaintance standing impressively.