Zhi Xuan

It was mid-afternoon, the sun was scorching the earth, but there were thunderclouds billowing in the distant sky, indicating that a heavy rain was coming.

More than a dozen shepherds rode forward, throwing beautiful whips on the horses.

Amidst bursts of explosions, the flock of sheep surged across the grassland like white waves, covering the ground with greenery, and flowed towards a side post in Zhaodi.

This outpost has a long history and existed before Bei'an was enfeoffed.There are a lot of marks of knives and arrows on the mottled outer wall, all of which were left in the battle.

After the establishment of Bei'an Kingdom, the outposts were reopened, and the original earth and stone walls were preserved and expanded on this basis. It has become quite large today.The local garrison exceeds [-], and there are a large number of common people nomadic around, which seems to be an important border town.

When the shepherd returned from driving the flock, he was allowed to pass by showing the wooden sign to the patrolling pawns.

"It is going to rain."

Watching the shepherd drive the sheep away, Zu Wu turned around and looked at the windy grassland,

There were more and more dark clouds in the sky, and lightning flashed between the clouds.

People who are permanently stationed in the border area know that this rain will never be light.If it takes a long time, be wary of Di Rong on the grassland, lest they take the opportunity to go south.

Heavy rain will hide the sound of hoofbeats, and it will also block the pawns' sight.

In the past, there was a bloody lesson. The three branches of the Di tribe went south, destroyed two villages, and killed all the old people and children there.

After that time, whenever they saw the Di people tribe who worshiped bears, the Zhao people would never show mercy, and they would kill the grass every time and leave no one behind.So much so that everyone on the grassland knew that Zhao's people hated Xiongbu to the core, even for self-protection, they didn't dare to get too close to Xiongbu.

The lightning in the sky gathered more and more, followed by deafening thunder.

The rain fell from the sky, and in a blink of an eye, it became a rain curtain.

Black clouds, purple lightning, gray rain, green grass.

Intertwined together, bright and eye-catching, soul-stirring.

When the heavy rain fell, the soldiers hid under the wooden wall.The wooden boards protruding from the top of the wall can block part of the rainwater.Unexpectedly, the wind came from the northeast direction, and the icy cold rain was rolled in, which instantly chilled everyone's hearts.

In the pouring rain, a team came from the east.

The first carriage is drawn by two horses. The right side of the carriage is wearing red armor, and the driver is also fully armored.An's totem is engraved on the canopy cover of the car, symbolizing the identity of the people in the car.

Behind the chariot were hundreds of soldiers, and hundreds of ordinary people and slaves.

Most common people drove ox carts and horse carts, and slaves walked barefoot on the road with hemp ropes tied to their strongest shoulders, dragging carts loaded with supplies.More slaves followed behind the cart, keeping an eye on their feet and helping to push the cart to keep the wheels from getting stuck in the mud.

Judging from the banners unfurled by the team, there was no other person in the car, but the son Xun who married Mohou's sister.

Not long ago, he asked for his order and sealed it, and went to Xidi with his family to become the owner of the place.According to the convention, when he is officially released, he can take Xi as his surname and call him Xixun.

At the beginning of the confinement, Prince X was busy arranging for his family and did not contact Prince Hao.

This time he came here in the rain because of Madam Mo’s illness. He saw with his own eyes how his wife was tormented by poison. Xuan's doctors treated his wife.

When leaving the northern capital, Bei'an Hou ordered two doctors to accompany him.

Both of them have good medical skills, and they did their best to Mrs. Mo, but they still couldn't cure her.As time passed, the decoction prescribed was not as effective as it was at first, and Mrs. Mo was tortured every month.If things go on like this, Mrs. Mo may not be able to survive two years.

Young Master X was worried, anxious like ants on a hot pan.Zhixuan's doctors are the only hope at present.

Young Master X pushed open the car door, regardless of the wind and rain, and urged the team to speed up.

The convoy went to the front of Zuwu, but was intercepted unexpectedly.Rong You tore off the wooden plaque from his waist and showed it to the opponent.After Zu Wu confirmed, he quickly let go, and a special person rode a horse to deliver a letter, conveying the news of the son's crossing.

Zhao Hao happened to be at the station, and he was a bit surprised when he heard that Young Master Xun came to visit.

He folded the bamboo slips in his hands and put them in the box next to the case.

This wooden box is as high as the table case, rectangular, and painted inside and outside, which can prevent moisture and insects.The letters Zhi Xuan sent were all packed in boxes, and they could be seen at a glance when they walked into the study.

One day before Zhixuan's departure, he specially sent a letter to Zhao Hao, stating that he would be away for a while.When he returns from the western capital, he will be able to put the matter of going to the grassland to occupy land on the agenda.

The content of the letter was not surprising, and the choice of words and sentences were very common, but Zhao Hao felt that something was wrong.He was about to send someone to investigate, when he received news that Young Master Xun was visiting.

"My lord, do you want to see me?" the waiter asked for instructions.

If Gongzi Hao doesn't want to see him, he can send him away.With the status of the two of them today, Zhao Hao can definitely do this.

"It's okay, since we're here, let's see each other." Thinking of the ups and downs of the previous period, Zhao Hao thought that the purpose of the other party coming to see him at this time must be unusual.Although there is no brotherhood between each other, face still needs to be maintained.

"No!" The servant took the order and left the study backwards.

When Young Master X arrived, he thought it would take a lot of trouble.Unexpectedly, Zhao Hao had no intention of embarrassing him at all, and directly ordered someone to take him to the study.

From the mansion gate to the study, the road is not too long.

Young Master X was a little distracted, and after being reminded by the attendant, he realized that he was already standing in front of the study door.

The door of the room was wide open, and young master Hao in a red robe was standing up from behind the desk, with a hill-like bamboo slip beside him.

Young Master Xun's trip was to ask for favors, so he didn't dare to put on a gesture, he took two steps forward, and took the lead in cupping his hands and saying, "See you, brother!"

He knew very well that Mrs. Mo couldn't have an accident, at least not in the past few years.For this reason, he did not hesitate to put his figure even lower, and only asked Gongzi Hao to abandon his past suspicions and be willing to help.

Seeing that Young Master Xun was so humble, Zhao Hao was quite surprised, but he didn't show it on the surface.Quickly supported Young Master Xing's arm, did not let him continue to bow down, and then held his wrist, the two brothers walked into the room together, and sat down at the table.

A cold wind was blowing outside the house, and with icy raindrops, it spilled into the room along the door and window cracks.

The maidservants filed in, lit the lamps in the study, and served cakes and hot soup.The action was neat and orderly, and there was no sound at all.

As the host, Gong Zihao behaved very politely, making it hard to find any mistakes.It's just that there is indifference behind the etiquette, which is completely different from when he got along with the crown prince.

Young Master X didn't care about these things, nor did he have a position to care about them.

His purpose was to ask for help, but Gongzi Hao's attitude was far better than expected, and he couldn't ask for more.

"Thank you brother."

Zhao Hao signaled the young master to use some hot soup and pastries to drive away the chill of the rain.

Young master X drank two mouthfuls of hot soup and ate a piece of pastry, the unexpected softness and sweetness made him obviously startled.

"The method of Zhidi, if you like it, take some with you when you leave." Zhao Hao said.

Young Master Xun was stunned.

He just felt that things should have a door.As a result, just after sitting down, without saying a word, he was about to drive him away.What's more, he didn't forget to show off after driving him away!

Young master X was holding half a piece of pastry in his hand, he didn't put it down or put it in his mouth, he looked at Gongzi Hao who was facing him, and finally gave up all luck, bowed his head and said: "This visit to elder brother is really a matter of life, please brother to help."

"Whose life is it about?" Zhao Hao asked.

Young Master Xun raised his head, met Zhao Hao's gaze, and his heart tightened for a while.

He suddenly understood that Zhao Hao was very polite to him and his mother when he was in the northern capital.Recalling the attitudes of the big clans in China towards Zhao Hao, and the secrecy of some people, he finally realized how absurd his thoughts hidden deep in his heart were.

No wonder the mother was so easily abandoned. Now in the monarch's mansion, it is very difficult to maintain the dignity of the wife.No wonder he showed some thoughts when he was a teenager, which would be regarded as a joke.

With a wry smile, forcing himself to sort out his mentality, Young Master X stopped hiding and told the whole story about Mrs. Mo.

If you tell the truth, you may not succeed, but if you don't tell the truth, you will have no chance at all.

Zhao Hao didn't interrupt halfway, and kept listening to him, until Young Master Yu stopped by himself, and then said: "I can help you."

"Thank you, brother!" Young Master X was overjoyed.

"Don't be in a hurry to say thank you." Zhao Hao interrupted him and said, "Gong Zixuan is not in the fief right now, so sending a letter is useless. When he returns, I will write a letter and send someone to send it right away. As for whether to send someone, it is up to Gong Zixuan himself call the shots."

"Xu understands." Young Master Xun said.

"The Mo family is willing to thank Young Master Xuan with the salt lake, what will you do?" Zhao Hao suddenly changed the subject, leaving Young Master Xuan stunned on the spot.

"Brother, I..."

"Haven't thought about it?" Zhao Hao shook his head, "Ms. Mo will marry you, you will be her husband, and Salt Lake will be her dowry."

No matter what Mrs. Mo has done before, if the young master wants to maintain the marriage, he should do what a husband should do.Mrs. Mo saved her own life with a dowry, there is nothing to criticize, but it can also let outsiders see how indifferent the relationship between the couple is.

Hearing Zhao Hao's words, Young Master Yu fell silent, and his expression changed several times.

After a long time, he bowed his hands to Zhao Hao solemnly, and said: "Xu is taught, thank you brother for reminding me."

Zhao Hao didn't care whether he was really educated or not. After finishing the business, he confirmed that the son had no other requests, so he sent him away on the same day, not to mention staying overnight, without even entertaining a meal.

Young master X didn't dare to complain, left the gift he brought, boarded the car and left in the rain.

Sitting in the car, thinking about what Gongzi Hao said before, Gongzi Xun realized his negligence.At the same time, she understood that the reason why Mrs. Mo took out the dowry was that she didn't make any demands on him, it should be because she was extremely disappointed in him.

Thinking back to the days when he first got married, the son could not help but sigh.

He has no reason to complain, he is doing something wrong.Even if there is no longer a relationship between husband and wife, the responsibilities that should be shouldered cannot be ignored.Otherwise, he will live as a joke sooner or later.

After Young Master Xun left, Zhao Hao took up a pen and wrote a letter, and ordered people to send it to the northern capital as soon as possible.

Just because he promised to help, didn't mean he didn't have any doubts.Even if it proves to be true, Zhi Xuan is willing to help, and he has to be fully prepared to avoid someone looking for opportunities to make trouble, or being beaten up.

According to Zhao Hao's temperament, regardless of the truth of the matter, it is best to ignore it.Thinking of the previous letters, he changed his mind again.For Zhi Xuan, the salt lake should be of great use.That being the case, he has to plan carefully, making sure that things are done properly, so that no problems arise due to his own negligence.

The heavy rain fell on the frontiers for several days, the rivers and streams swelled, and a large number of fish and shrimps appeared. Even the most barren grassland tribes could find food to eat.

Unlike the frontiers that are shrouded in rain, the Western Capital City is full of sunshine. Even if it is still far away from the hot sun, the temperature will continue to rise as the sun rises.

Sitting in the carriage, Zhi Xuan kept fanning the wind, but he still couldn't resist the roiling heat wave, and his neckline was soon soaked with sweat.

The speed of the carriage suddenly slowed down, and the attendant who accompanied the carriage reported that he had already arrived outside the city of the Western Capital, but he could not move on for the time being.

"Young master, the road is blocked."

traffic jam?

Zhi Xuan was surprised, opened the car door and looked out, his eyes widened involuntarily.

Compared with the last time he came, the outside of the Western Capital became extremely lively.

Surrounding the city wall, large and small camps rose from the ground, with flags representing different clans lined up, and wooden pillars engraved with totems stood in front of the camp gate.

The camp was crowded with people, the camp gate was wide open, and there were soldiers and soldiers coming in and out constantly.

Zhi Xuan looked at it for a while, then sat back in the car.

It was only then that he remembered that Fan Xu had mentioned to him before that during the canonization ceremony, the monarch and the prince would drive to hunt, and all clans, big and small, would follow.

This is to follow the ancient etiquette, even the canonized heir of the king must be like this.

"No wonder." Zhi Xuan murmured.

He was still thinking about how Mi Clan mobilized thousands of people, how they could hide in the western capital without anyone noticing.Looking at it now, they don't need to hide at all, they can appear outside the city in an open and honest manner.There are ways for the extra people to replace the team of the small clan. It should be a breeze for Mi Wu and Mi Ji.

What would happen if I hadn't received the information in advance?

Looking at the large and small camps, Zhi Xuan looked solemn, wanted to verify the guess in his heart, immediately called a servant and ordered him to enter the city and go directly to Fan Xu's mansion.

"I don't need to say much when I go, just ask if all the clans outside the city have been identified."

"No!" The waiter took the order.

Zhixuan summoned the soldiers again and ordered him to go into the city with his servants, and if he was asked, he would go to the monarch's mansion and report the news that he had arrived with the new army.

"promise!"

The servants and soldiers left together, Zhi Xuan sat back in the car, looked at the majestic city ahead, his expression was calm, but his heart seemed to be churning like waves.

There is no turning back when the bow is opened, and the battle with Mi Shi has long since had no way out. He must do his best to make himself the final winner!