All your life is gentle

Mr. Feng and Mr. Qu nodded slightly, but sat still.Leader Xu stood up, clasped his fists and said, "I heard from Da Hong that the benefactors my aunt and cousin met on the road were you. Thank you for your help. If you can use the Baisha Gang, please speak up. "The attitude is sincere and generous.

When Zi Shi and the others saw He Dahong, they had already guessed that the group they met on the road was the Baisha gang, but they didn't expect that the identities of the heatstroke mother and son were so important.

According to previous consultation with Hua Erxia, the rise of the Baisha Gang took nearly 20 years.In the beginning, it was just a club formed by fishermen along the river to help each other.As the government became increasingly corrupt, local officials abused, and ship owners oppressed and exploited; coupled with naval outposts intercepting taps, life on the water became more and more difficult; fishermen gradually began to rely on gang strength to contend with all forces, and the Baisha Gang grew stronger. stand up.

In the hands of the former gang leader Xu Hengjiang, he recruited a group of masters of the rivers and lakes to join.He also set up a wide range of halls, established rules, and strictly rectified them, making the Baisha Gang the largest gang in Chuzhou.Xu Lingruo's parents died early, and she was raised by her uncle and aunt.At the age of eight, he was sent to "Chenxiang Jingshe" in Yuping Peak to learn martial arts. At the age of 16, he began to cook and help with his uncle.Xu Hengjiang was dying, and because his son was young, he handed over the position of leader to his niece.Although Xu Lingruo herself is not considered a top expert, she is upright and capable, and she manages the huge Baisha Gang in an orderly manner.

The Baisha gang got the news as early as when the Xibing army started to "pull out the city and clear the country".Xu Lingruo made a decisive decision and asked all the helpers who could escape to report along the way, and at the same time sent people to Jiangbei to pick up her aunt and cousin.Originally, there were other supporters on the south bank, but Xi Rong patrolled closely, and the two sides diverged, otherwise they would not have been in such a mess.

The act of reporting the news has brought countless lives and immeasurable merit, and the reputation of the Baisha Gang has also reached a new peak.When Hua Youxin Hua said this, he patted his thigh and gave a thumbs up: "This leader Xu, although he is a woman, is so benevolent and righteous, really admirable!"

Seeing this big gang leader who moved one side personally thank him, Zi Zhou Zigui also came over, and the four of them returned the gift together.

Zi Shi said: "The leader of the gang speaks seriously. These trivial things are really worthless. I don't know if Aunt Ling and Brother Ling are safe?"

Xu Lingruo looked relieved: "TOEFL. Now everything is settled. Xiaoran is the only blood left by my uncle. Because of illness when she was young, she couldn't practice martial arts. I heard from Uncle Bing that if it wasn't for your help, it would be really dangerous. A few of you or just How can it be said to be insignificant for such a small effort, but it is a great kindness to my Baisha Gang?"

They were polite to each other again, because of this relationship, the atmosphere was much more harmonious and cordial.

At this time, General Feng who was sitting at the top suddenly got up, walked in front of the four of them, and looked Chang Sheng and Zi Shi carefully from head to toe.After a while, staring at Zi Shi: "Did you draw that map?"

"Returning to the general's words, the villain dare not plagiarize, but just copied the previous records that he read in the book." Zi Shi saw the demeanor and posture of the inspector, and thought that it would be difficult to be good this time. .I thought that Chuzhou was equal to an anarchic area, but who would have thought that such an official with a lot of background would appear.So be careful with your wording and humble your posture.

"That's not easy anymore. When will ordinary scholars be willing to read these things? It's not easy for you to benefit the people with what you have learned." General Feng expressed his encouragement.

Zi Shi bowed and bowed, obediently.

Lord Inspector Lang took another step sideways, facing Chang Sheng.After looking at him, suddenly his left hand flew out, halfway through it turned into a claw, and attacked the front door.

There was only the sound of "huhu" wind, and the two exchanged several moves in an instant, their bodies moved and their shadows moved, rabbits rose and falcons fell.

Suddenly there was a clear chants of "Dang Clang", the Longevity Saber was out of its sheath.

When Zi Shi saw it clearly, the two had separated.Changsheng's sword was in front of him, his face expressionless.

Feng Zuoyan laughed: "Young man is really good at martial arts." Sitting back on the chair, his eyes shifted from one person to another, and finally slowly scanned the people in the hall, and said word by word: "I, Feng Zuoyan, from Louxi. Fengqi Five-year martial arts champion, now I am the third-rank inspector of Lifang Sizheng of the Ministry of War. In the spring of Fengqi 13 years, I went out of Beijing to contact Sifangqin Wang Yishi under the order of the emperor. After that, I served as a guard in the mighty army. During the Battle of Yuetong City, General Fan Yi died for his country. Feng escaped with his own life, went through untold hardships, and rushed to Yantai Pass to join the Dingwu Army."

Speaking of this, he turned pale, and his voice became more and more passionate: "Who would have thought that General Dingwu Huang Yongcan killed all the loyal men under his command, sealed off the customs and changed his flag, shouldered the emperor's grace, and treasoned for self-reliance! Now the imperial court temporarily resides in Xijing, although it is blocked Many things, with my skills, why worry about not being able to enter Shu and seek a place? However, at this time of national crisis, thinking of me, a man of seven feet, who was entrusted by the emperor, but returned without success, what face does he have to see his father again?"

Pausing for a while, I said earnestly: "Therefore, I return to my hometown, and together with the head of the Baisha Gang Xu, unite with heroes from all walks of life in Chuzhou, and raise the flag of righteousness. Nearby, I can defend the homeland, and far away, I can protect the country diligently. Wuyue Jingchu has been generous since ancient times. Here, heroes and righteous men come forth in large numbers. The two little brothers came from Yuezhou. The journey was difficult and the future is long. Why don't you stay here and join the rebel army? You two are young and promising. Hu Lu, restore the mountains and rivers, and see the sky in the Golden Luan Hall, the future is limitless..."

These words were so encouraging that Xu Lingruo and Hua sometimes nodded their heads when they heard them.Hua Youxin looked excited.The Hua family and the few young people from the Baisha gang standing behind were even more excited.It's a pity that the audience he aimed at was Li Zishi and Gu Changsheng. It's really like playing the piano to a cow, talking to a chicken and a duck.

Chang Sheng's mind went blank.This is the most ridiculous joke in the world, so that people can't laugh no matter what, but how to respond.Zi Shi couldn't help feeling bad when he heard that, Gu Changsheng might be able to make sense, but it's extremely difficult for his younger brothers and sisters. "Expelling the barbarians and restoring the mountains and rivers" is indeed tempting.However, how many bones of heroes, martyrs and promising young people have to be filled in it!Whether it's filled or not is another matter...

I really shouldn't have stayed here for too long out of kindness.Where is Yonghuai County in Chuzhou?The hometown of Huazhaobai, the hometown of loyalty, righteousness and courage.Sure enough.

At this time, I heard Xu Lingruo add: "Our thirteen gangs formed an alliance, and with General Feng as the marshal, we planned for more than half a month to kill the prefects and guards of Changning, Huancheng, and Louxi yesterday, and formally launched an incident. The soldiers in the city Anyone who is willing to fight against Xi Rong will be incorporated into the rebel army. From now on, we will recruit warriors from among the refugees. The great cause is flourishing, and everything is waiting to be done. Talents like the two little brothers are needed."

No wonder Hua Daxia hesitated to speak. It turned out that he and others proposed to leave just in time for the Chuzhou hero to do it.Ignoring Zi Zhou's excited and eager eyes and Zi Gui's eagerness to try, Zi Shi and Chang Sheng looked at each other and found that their eyes were calm.

Zi Shi showed a slightly longing and apprehensive expression, and saluted again: "General Feng and Chief Xu, as citizens of Jinxia, ​​it is my brother's honor to be able to join the rebel army and serve the country. However, this matter is of great importance. A hasty decision is unavoidably arbitrary. Besides, the siblings are still young and have nothing to rely on, and their parents have repeatedly told them to be considerate when they were dying. Can you allow the four of us to discuss it?"

"There is nothing wrong with this." Feng Zuoyan saw the two mature and stable young people in front of him, who were very different from the other passionate young people in the hall, and felt even more commendable in his heart.

After talking for so long, the kitchen announced that dinner was ready, so the table was set up for dinner.The old man eats alone in his yard, and the female relatives do not serve.Zizhou and Zigui are guests, and they have been sharing the table with the young Hua family with their elder brothers.Mrs. Hua is sympathetic to Zi Shi, and asks the kitchen to prepare two non-spicy dishes every day.

Zi Shi buried his head in his meal while listening to the conversations of the people at the table.

It turns out that although the three of Feng Zuoyan were attracted by the map, they also came to visit Hualao Hero.They wanted to get Hua Zhaoye's personal promise to fully mobilize the Hua family's children to join the rebel army.Of course, it would be best to use the prestige of the Hua family to influence the local people.To General Feng's surprise and disappointment, although the old man was not disgusted with them, he was not very enthusiastic either.

Hua sometimes sighed: "General Haihan, please. Grandpa is an old man who is obsessed with the past, and the older he gets, the more brooding he is, and he doesn't care much about the current situation of the government. The previous alliance, only Hua family disciples were allowed to help refugees, not Participate in the killing operation. However, having said that, it is incumbent upon foreign enemies now. Rest assured, the general, we will do whatever we have to do, and the old man will not object."

"Speaking of foreign enemies, Hua Daxia, from tomorrow onwards, the map will no longer be disclosed to refugees. As long as it has been leaked out, as long as it does not leave the border of Chuzhou, we will notify allies in various places to take it back as much as possible." Feng Zuoyan sighed, " At present, the total number of soldiers joining the rebel army in the three cities is only 5000, and there are even fewer strong men among the refugees. It's too late to do anything!"

Zi Shi listened silently.This general Feng is quite knowledgeable.Although the map question he raised was basically meaningless in his own opinion, others were undoubtedly convinced.As for the source of soldiers he is worried about now, when the winter famine comes together, more people will become refugees, and joining the rebel army will become a good way out.A scene of guerrilla warfare in southern Chuzhou in full swing appeared in Zi Shi's mind, and he laughed.

Not to mention that the leaders of the rebel army may not have that ability.Even if there is, what they do may only prolong the painful process, but they cannot change the final result.Thinking of this, I felt a dull pain in my heart, and I couldn't eat any more.

After the meal, General Feng and Chief Xu rushed back to Louxi overnight due to their busy schedules.Qu Daxia has to go further afield to contact allies and stay overnight at Hua's house.Before Feng Zuoyan left, he encouraged the two young men again, telling them that no matter what plans they had, they would go to Louxi with the disciples of the Hua family to meet up in the future.

Zi Zhou and Zi Gui are the youngest in seniority, and have never had a chance to speak in class.It was so easy until everyone dispersed, followed the brothers back to the guest room, and hurriedly started talking about the three important people they met today.After talking about the admirable General Feng for a while, he was full of admiration for the female leader of the Baisha Gang.

Zi Shi Chong Changsheng winked.

The latter stood in the corridor and listened, then came in and closed the door: "Hua Daxia and Hua Erxia are both talking with that Qu Daxia in the side hall, and there is no one else nearby."

Zi Shi clapped his hands and told the two little ones to quiet down.

"Zi Zhou, Zi Gui, I'm asking you two questions. If you think it's right, you can nod your head, if you think it's wrong, you can shake your head. Remember, don't make a sound."

I don't know what kind of medicine is sold in the big brother's gourd, but it seems to be very interesting.The two children agreed while muttering and grinning.

Zi Shi coughed and said seriously: "Elder brother is like father, right?"

The two little heads clicked down together.

"Father's order cannot be violated, is it?"

Nod again.

"Listen this way: Now let's pack up our things at once, and don't disturb anyone, and go out quietly through the back door."

The two opened their mouths and were about to yell, but Chang Sheng "swish" a few times and blocked one with one finger.

Zi Shi looked at his younger siblings with a dignified expression: "Don't ask why. I just ask you, do you listen to what elder brother said?" He first covered Zigui with his eyes, and after a while, the girl gave in and nodded obediently.Looking at Zizhou again, the boy's face was not angry, but his acupoints were sealed when he wanted to speak, and he was so anxious that he almost cried.

Let Zigui regain his freedom, and let Zizhou worry about it.The two big ones started packing.Fortunately, I didn't have many things, and I was always ready to leave at any time, so I packed it up quickly.Changsheng glanced at the room, stretched out his hand to pull the quilt and mattress, and prepared to make a bedroll.It wasn't cold before, so they could deal with it casually, but this time when they go on the road again, they can't take it lightly.

"Don't take it. It's too eye-catching and inconvenient." Zi Shi stopped him.

"It's not heavy to carry. Where do you go on the road?"

"Finding fish in troubled waters... There will always be a way." He raised his eyebrows, "In case of failure, there is this as a backing." Then he took out two pieces of silver from his sleeve.

The other three were blinded by the white silver, and even Zizhou stopped struggling.You know, all their money had been exhausted a month ago when they went up the mountain to avoid the Louxi massacre.

"Where did you come from?" Changsheng asked.

Zi Shi looked at him with an expression of "Idiot, I don't need to ask this".Zigui let out an "ah" and immediately covered his mouth.Putting down his hands, he whispered, "Brother, you... you... stole..."

"Shhh--earning from labor, don't make a fuss." Zi Shi thought to himself, the intellectual property rights should be given away for free, and at least some labor fees can be used to make a fortune.It turns out that when I come back from work every day, everything, including the money basket, is placed in the side hall, and I will slowly count it at night.He was the first to finish his meal. He went in and took out two pieces of silver on the pretext of taking a pen.

Zi Zhou thought about it and almost fainted.Filled with righteous indignation, he stared hard at his elder brother.

His elder brother gave an order: "Let's go."

Zigui picked up the small bundle, and Changsheng carried Zizhou on his back.Zi Shi jumped up and knocked his younger brother loudly: "If you hadn't been dragging your feet and refusing to cooperate, would you be in such a mess?" He gritted his teeth and shouldered the heavy burden.

Having lived in Huafu for so many days, the environment is very familiar.Under the cover of night flowers and trees, the four of them reached the backyard and slipped out the door smoothly.To the west is Louxi, of course you can't go there.To the south, we had to pass through the cemetery. Most of the refugees recognized the four of them along the way, and they couldn't go there, so they had to go around in a circle to the east.

After running for two hours, Changsheng put Zizhou down: "If you agree not to yell, I will unlock your dumb acupoint."

The boy nodded, regained the freedom to speak, and said firmly, "Brother Changsheng, let go of "Zusanli", I will go by myself, and I promise not to run around."

Stretching his numb muscles and bones, he took the bag back to the burden in his hand with a cold face, turned around and raised his legs, never looking at his elder brother.

Zi Shi smiled helplessly, and put his burden on Chang Sheng.

The four walked forward silently.

In the second half of the autumn night, the air is chilly.The waning moon in the sky is thinly curved, which makes people feel sharp and cold.They ran away all night and missed Sutou. No matter what their mood was, the few people were a little excited, but they were not sleepy. They just walked forward quickly.

Changsheng takes the lead, and Zishi is released in custody.The two of them became more sober as they walked, and more desolate as they walked, each thinking about his own thoughts.

At dawn, I crowded into a small earth temple on the side of the road to rest.

Zi Zhou knelt down and sat opposite Zi Shi, looking straight at him: "Brother, why?"

"No why."

Zigui also moved over, his eyes full of expectation: "Brother, you have a reason to tell us, don't you?"

Zi Shi's mouth became bitter.reason?The son of Li Ge who sacrificed his life to fight against the enemy and died in Tongcheng, his son, refused to join the rebel army and fled like a turtle. Where did the reason come from?No matter what you say, it's all an excuse.

Looking at his younger siblings, he said honestly, "This time, it's the elder brother who doesn't make sense."

The answer was so unexpected that the two children froze for a moment, and then asked stupidly, "Why?"

"No reason. I don't want to go, and you are not allowed to go."

"Why?!" The twins were shocked.Big brother's move has already violated righteousness, it is incomprehensible, and even more unacceptable.They deeply love and trust their eldest brother, and they are definitely not the kind of people who are greedy for life and afraid of death and abandon morality.

Zi Shi had no way to defend himself, nor did he want to defend himself at all.Leaning my head on the base of the shrine behind me, I saw the cinnabar writing on the mud walls on both sides of the temple gate, "Golden treasures from the earth, white jade treasures from the earth", and I was in a trance: So the earth temple in Chuzhou is also these two words... Suddenly, he found that his younger brother and sister were still staring at him.Sitting up straight, he said calmly: "Zi Zhou, Zi Gui, I have already decided on this matter. Our destination has always been Shuzhou, and it has never changed."

No longer looking at them, the voice fluttered: "In the future, when the two of you reach the age of 16, you can do whatever you want. Brother will definitely not force you. Now, whether you want to or not, you have to listen to me... "Zi Shi's expression and tone carried a kind of careless desolation, a ray of careless sadness, soft and cold.The two children were terrified.Such a big brother seems to be bearing some kind of heavy and unspeakable pain, enduring some kind of deep and indescribable sorrow, so far away.

"Woooo..." Zigui burst into tears suddenly, and threw himself into Zi Shi's arms, "Brother, brother...don't be sad, don't be like this...sad...we are obedient, we are obedient..."

Zizhou lowered his head, his tears "spattered", and he couldn't say any more disobedient words.

Changsheng was dumbfounded: Is this okay? !It was a waste of worrying about him for a long time, entangled in his own thoughts along the way, while thinking about how to help him persuade the two children to give up the idea of ​​joining the rebel army. .