The Ascension of Ghosts

In the team that set off for the Protectorate of the Western Regions together, there were twenty monks and soldiers from the Najieluo Sect, ten novices, 200 sergeants from the Liaoxi Camp of the Zhenxi Army, and a total of 220 soldiers from the Liaoxi Camp of the Zhenxi Army.Lu Sheng first met Wang Meng, the commander of Zuo Qilang. The officer was about forty years old, with a curly beard and a broad face, and a short stature. He looked like a short stone pier, strong and round. Whose disciple is he, since he enters our Liaoxi camp, he must abide by the military regulations of our camp, if there is any violation, the military sticks in the camp are not for display."

As soon as they met, Lu Sheng gave him a big blow, and Lu Sheng smiled wryly in his heart, but his face should be respectful.

When he came out of the wing room, he saw several familiar faces approaching him, the first was Ji Chong's immature baby face, he smiled and clasped his fists and said: "See Lu Sima." Behind him, Baili Xiao and the other two also He clasped his fists and said, "See Lu Sima." One of them was Yan Xiu, the guard of Xie Rong's mansion, and the other was also a member of the Yulin Army of the Northern [-]th Battalion, his name was Yang Xiong. Yu everyone, but now they did not make a sound, and joined the Liaoxi camp with a group of colleagues, even Lu Sheng was unexpected.It's no wonder that General Wang Lang was dissatisfied. These Habayashi Lang joined the army together, making it clear that they came to support Lu Sheng.

Lu Sheng watched the four of them change into the Tibetan hakama pleats of the Liaoxi Camp, and felt mixed feelings for a moment, and said: "You...why..."

Ji Chong laughed and said, "Why don't you bring Wu Gou, boy? If I don't gain fame in the battlefield, what will I do to secure my wife and son in the future? What will I use to face my ancestors? Brother Lu, such a good thing, you How can you leave us?"

Yan Xiu also said: "I'm not willing to just be a bodyguard, fortunately I got Mr. Xie's permission to join the army."

Baili Xiao said: "I... will follow Big Brother Lu!"

Yang Xiong looked around and realized that he was the only one who hadn't spoken, so he nodded: "Me too."

Ji Chong glanced at him, sneered and said, "Why are you following me? Do you want to seal your wife, or do you want to follow Brother Lu?"

Yang Xiong was not good at words, his wheat-colored face turned red, and he said: "...all of them."

Ji Chong laughed loudly, and was about to tease a few more words, but Lu Sheng's face darkened, and he shouted: "Nonsense!"

Ji Chong shrank his head and dared not speak again, but Lu Sheng still said with a straight face: "I don't know the heights of the sky and the depths of the earth, the Western Regions are now rampant with riots and thieves, and they often disturb the border. Can't you go on an outing and hunt?"

Yan Xiudao: "Baoyang Gong... Cough Lu Sima, since ancient times, he has sought wealth and danger, and he has naturally thought about it before joining the army. His life and death are at stake, so he dare not play tricks."

Bai Lixiao also said: "Nowadays the military strength in the court is tight, if Yu Linlang voluntarily goes to the front line, the generals above will naturally be happy to push the boat. My brothers and I have discussed that since we all want to go out, it is better to hug each other. Also take care of a lot.”

Yang Xiong nodded again and again: "Exactly!"

Only then did Ji Chong become more courageous, raised his head, and said resolutely: "Let's go together, and go back together, to kill all the barbarians and recover the Central Plains!"

Baili Xiao said with pride, "Yes, kill all the barbarians and restore the Central Plains!"

Lu Sheng was both touched and helpless, but since these people came, they must have obtained the permission of the chief, and now it is impossible to take back their lives, so he had to raise his fist at everyone, and said in a solemn voice: "Brotherhood, Lu will always remember it in his heart." .In the future, we will share the difficulties and share the blessings!"

Ji Chong laughed again, "It's better to follow the example of the predecessors and come to Taoyuan to get married."

Yan Xiu smiled and said: "Although it's too late to find a peach orchard, it's okay to weigh a few catties of peaches."

Ji Chong said: "Why don't I let my younger brother be the host today, and invite brothers to have a drink!"

Everyone was talking lively, but a young novice monk, about sixteen or seventeen years old, came to the side, clasped his hands together and said: "Benefactor Lu, the young master has an invitation."

Lu Sheng was originally responsible for escorting the Young Sovereign, and he had to fulfill his duty only if he had to meet with Sunshine, but he felt awkward and met several colleagues, so he delayed until now, and Sunshine couldn't wait, so he sent someone to invite him up.

But no matter how dissatisfied he was, he couldn't show his face to a teenager, so he had to leave Ji Chong, Baili Xiao and others for a while, and said to the little novice with a pleasant face, "Let the Zen master lead the way."

The little novice had a beautiful face, and when he heard the words, he put his palms together and recited the Buddha's name, bowed his body and said, "I'm afraid, I can't be called a Zen master, Master Lu calls the little monk's Dharma name Yanhua."

He has a clear voice and a peaceful demeanor. He has cultivated very calmly at a young age, but for some reason, his feet are a little vain, as if his lower body has been hurt. However, the Jieluozong is mysterious and weird, Lu Sheng dare not speak rashly, so he can only hold back for now. Follow Yanhua to the small courtyard where Sunshine is.

Sunlight was supposed to leave from Xingshan Temple the next day, but in order to avoid mobilizing his troops, he met up with all the soldiers in advance and stayed in the posthouse, so that everyone can set off together the next day without having to go to the city gate to meet each other.This move naturally won praise for the young suzerain, but its purpose is really for the sake of all the soldiers?Or have ulterior motives?I'm afraid only Sunshine knows it in his own mind.

Naturally, the post house was no better than Xingshan Temple. Sunlight lived in the simple and simple courtyard at the first entrance, but he was still at ease, standing in the courtyard, smiling contentedly, and welcomed Lu Sheng into the house.

Although Lu Sheng hesitated a little, he raised his hand to hold the hanging pot, his courage suddenly rose, and his heart was in broad daylight, what kind of sorcery did he want to use?He took a bold step and walked into the room.

Sunlight glanced at the hanging pot at his waist, but he didn't show any surprise, he was afraid he had heard it before, he just smiled and said: "Don't worry, Lu Sima, my Jieluozong is not an evil sect that can be difficult for others, the great sage is happy, the sage Even though you want to be with you, if you are not willing, it will be in vain. If you don’t force it, you will miss it, and you should find someone else. That day... I will offend you so much, please don’t take it to heart.”

Lu Sheng stood in the living room, and the white porcelain teacup was brought by the monks. After all, he had lingering fears and did not dare to touch it. He just clasped his fists and said, "I am ashamed to be wrongly loved by the Master and the Holy One. It's just that I don't know something about Lu Sheng. Ask your master to teach you."

Sunlight also practiced martial arts. At this time, he was wearing a ginger-yellow short-sleeved shirt, which made him look taller, with broad shoulders and a broad body.

Lu Sheng was not polite, and asked directly: "Lu was ordered to guard the western border and walked with the teacher. How much does this matter have to do with the teacher?"

Sunlight laughed, sitting cross-legged next to the futon, sipping tea comfortably, and looking at Lu Sheng with squinted eyes, "You didn't ask whether it was related to me or not, but asked how much it was related to, but the monk couldn't even deny it."

Lu Sheng sighed: "It really has something to do with the master?"

Sunlight put down the teacup, sat upright and straightened his waist, before he said: "Lu Sheng, the exile is inevitable, but there are still some changes that can be made. In this case, why not go to the Western Regions with me, or have a Take care."

Lu Sheng lowered his eyelids and smiled wryly.

One takes care of the left and the other takes care of the right, so Lu Baoyang is really so incompetent, does he have to be taken care of?

It's just that no matter whether it's Yan Xiu and the others, or Sunshine, they all said these words with good intentions. If he doesn't know what to do, it will be chilling.

Seeing that he bowed his head and remained silent, Sunguang smiled and said, "Don't worry about Lu Sima, this is just a matter of effort for me. When I arrive at the Protectorate of the Western Regions, I still have too much time to take care of myself. I'm afraid I won't be able to take care of Lu Sima, but It’s just a little bit of convenience.”

Only then did Lu Sheng feel relieved, exchanged some pleasantries with Sunshine, and went back to find Ji Chong and the others in Yan Xiu's room.

Among the four, Yan Xiu came the latest, but he was the oldest. He had a gentle disposition, and he had a strong heart. He became familiar with everyone in just a few days of getting along with him. Ji Chong was young and smart, Bai Lixiao was loyal, and Yang Xiong Reticent, but Yan Xiu and Lu Sheng got along better. Hearing Lu Sheng's mention at this time, he understood and said, "So, even though Sunshine is the only young suzerain, I'm afraid he still needs to go through a long time before becoming suzerain. There is a fight. Therefore, at this time, if I sell you a favor, when I arrive at the Protectorate of the Western Regions, I will naturally be regarded as a young suzerain, and I can't stay out of it."

Ji Chong said angrily: "Master, I don't care who is the suzerain, I just go to battle and kill the enemy."

Lu Sheng also felt that his head was as big as a fight, and after thinking about it, he could only say: "It's useless to think too much, just take one step at a time, and remember not to act rashly."

Everyone naturally responded, and after talking for a while, they dispersed.

In the early morning of the second day, before the rooster crowed, Wang Meng ordered the whole army to assemble. The monks were in front and the Zhenxi army was behind. More than [-] people left Jianye quietly and marched westward.

Lu Sheng was riding on the horse, but he couldn't help turning his head to look at the city gate frequently. When he vaguely saw a figure, he tried his best to widen his eyes to see clearly.

Yan Xiu rode his horse beside him, and reminded in a low voice: "My son is not in the capital now, so the person outside the city gate must not be my son."

Lu Sheng said awkwardly: "I'm not here..." He stopped suddenly, and asked instead: "Xie Rong let you out of the house, why do you still keep calling him 'my son'?"

Yan Xiu smiled softly, and replied with a calm expression: "I'm used to it, and it's hard to change it for a while."

Lu Sheng couldn't see any flaws, so he had no choice but to stop asking. The sound of horseshoes on the official road was like thunder, raising yellow sand all over the sky, and gradually moved away from the capital.

The one who rushed out of the city gate was a noble young man in fine clothes and a high crown. He looked anxious, stood up on the horseback, looked at the yellow sand covering the sky in the distance, and said bitterly: "Why didn't you tell me sooner?" ! Brother Lu actually left!"

The guard beside him lowered his head and said, "Sir, please calm down, Lu Gongcao... No, the news of Lu Sima's transfer is being kept very tight, I'm afraid I don't want more people to know about it."

Yun Ye has a lot of studies, and Lu Sheng is also busy. He rarely sees Lu Sheng. Originally, he planned to graduate from the Imperial College in the spring of next year and be recommended to be an official in the court, so he would have more time to spend with Brother Lu. At that time, he will re-recommend Lu Sheng to be an official with his own strength, which can also be regarded as repayment for Lu Sheng's kindness in saving his sister.

Unexpectedly, his wishful thinking was well planned, but Lu Sheng was no longer in Jianye.

He watched the billowing dust gradually go away, he couldn't help the tip of his nose sore, he felt empty in his heart, as if something was missing.

How did Lu Sheng know that since he and his senior brother were dismissed, they no longer dared to have contacts with people in the court, for fear of hurting others.Now it is considered a blessing in disguise, and it is inevitable to give birth to the pleasure of diving into the abyss and flying birds in the sky.

These two hundred people traveled day and night, and after more than ten days, they arrived in Yizhou, which was only a few hundred miles away from the Protectorate of the Western Regions. Because they were close to their destination, everyone was excited, and the fatigue of days of traveling was gone.

After passing Yizhou, they went deep into the wilderness, and the journey became more and more dangerous.Wang Meng was naturally cautious. After discussing with Sunlight, he set up camp in the outskirts of Yizhou, repaired, and set off again.