Wang Cheng gave a team of more than twenty people, led by Zhan Chao.
Including Lin Bai's own people, there were more than thirty people.
Say less and never say more.
The convoy had to continue moving forward, and it was not certain whether there was an ambush, and there had just been casualties, so it was good to have so many people.
This is all because of his support for veterans, and his reputation gradually spread among the military.
Otherwise it is simply impossible.
Lao Mo was a good player and followed the traces of the carriage quickly.
soon!
A group of people discovered the bandit's lair. It is surrounded by mountains on two sides and a cliff on the other side. There is only a small road. There is a lookout tower built randomly along the cliff at the entrance, and there are people standing guard on it.
There are two carriages parked below, with the Song family's markings on them.
If it were that goblin.
Zhan Chao asked in confusion: "These bandits can actually keep watch?"
Generally speaking, bandits are a group of rabble, and there is basically no such thing as sentry. It's a big deal to let two people patrol.
And looking at the observation deck here, although it is simple, it looks stylish.
Lin Bai glanced at the two of them and asked: "Looking at this scale, can you roughly determine how many people there are?"
There are some simple houses built along the cliff, which don't look like many.
Zhan Chao paused, "Looking at the scale, the number of people should be small, but it's not quite right."
Lao Mo also nodded, "That's right! With these people, it's impossible for them to dare to rob the rations. Moreover, they did not pursue us, which shows that they themselves know that they are no match."
"You're not the opponent, but you still want to rob me?"
Lin Bai frowned and said, "Is it just a try? It's best to catch all the convoys in the canyon, and if it doesn't work, stop?"
Is this really necessary?
That's military rations. It's like stirring up a hornet's nest. Wouldn't it be nice to rob passers-by?
Several people were a little confused.
Lin Bai had no time to hesitate and asked, "Is there any way?"
Zhan Chao shook his head and said: "No! Although there are not many bandits here, they are easy to defend and difficult to attack. We can't take them down at all with our strength."
Lao Mo also shook his head, "And we will be discovered as soon as we show up."
The implication is that once the bandits are alerted, Song Qianqian's safety may be endangered.
Lin Bai gritted his teeth and said, "In that case, I'll go up first."
When Lao Mo heard this, his expression changed and he hurriedly said: "Master, how can this be done!"
“You have to do it even if you don’t!”
Lin Bai said, "These bandits are just looking for money and they shouldn't mess around. I'll go and stabilize them first. You guys wait here for the people from the Yamen to come."
"Young master, no!"
Lao Mo and other veterans were a little anxious, "The eldest lady warned me when I came to ensure your safety."
Lin Bai shook his head and said: "I can't care about so much now. I'm a weak scholar. They won't do anything to me. Remember, don't act rashly. I will use money to solve the problem first to ensure the safety of personnel. If there is no movement before dawn, You go ahead and kill me."
"Master!"
Lao Mo still wanted to dissuade him, but Lin Bai had already left.
Zhan Chao changed his color slightly, but there was no better way.
If you can use money to stabilize your situation first, it is indeed the best choice. Otherwise, rushing into the mountains will lead to disaster.
The eyes of all the veterans were red at this time.
Old Mo said harshly: "If something happens to the young master, we won't be able to go back to Jiangzhou. Everyone, come with me and go around the back mountain."
Zhan Chao said quickly: "The mountains behind are all cliffs, how do you get down?"
"You have to fall down even if you fall."
Lao Mo looked at Zhan Chao and said, "We are different from you. The young master has given countless veterans a way to survive. We can't watch him take risks alone. I'll leave it to Master Zhan here."
"Walk!"
The two veterans headed towards the back mountain without saying anything.
Zhan Chao and the other soldiers stood there, silent for a long time.
"who?"
At this time, there was a sound coming from the observation deck in the distance, and someone discovered Lin Bai.
Lin Bai raised his hands and said loudly: "Don't mess around, I don't mean any harm, I'm here to redeem someone, you captured my wife..."
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"Tsk, tsk! These two girls are so beautiful, they look like they can squeeze out water."
"Don't think so wildly. The boss hasn't even gotten over it yet, so he may kill you."
At this time, inside the village.
Song Qianqian and Qin Kexin were taken into the dungeon, and two bandits were responsible for guarding them.
The faces of the two women were both pale. They were both wealthy young ladies. How had they ever seen such a scene.
"Qianqian, I'm sorry! It was me who caused you trouble. If I hadn't followed the convoy, this wouldn't have happened, and neither would you..."
Qin Kexin looked remorseful.
Song Qianqian said: "I don't blame you, no one expected this to happen. We are good sisters and share the same difficulties. But... we may never see that bastard again."
"But, I'm so unwilling. That bastard may not even know that we are following him."
Qin Kexin also looked sad.
Song Qianqian asked again: "Tell me, if he knew that we were robbed by bandits, would he come to rescue us?"
Qin Ke thought to himself: "How can I save a weak scholar like him?"
Song Qianqian said: "I mean, if he could save Su Mingyue, why couldn't he save us?"
Qin Ke thought for a moment, "If he doesn't come, I hope he comes. If he comes, I hope he doesn't come."
The two were silent for a moment.
Song Qianqian said again: "No! I'm not willing to give in. I haven't told that bastard that I like him, and I haven't asked him if he likes me. I want to go out!"
"You two come here. I am the eldest lady of the Song family. My family has a lot of money..."
Song Qianqian shouted loudly.
The two bandits were stunned for a moment, and the man with triangular eyes asked, "Song family?"
"good!"
Song Qianqian took out a stack of banknotes from her arms, pointed at Qin Ke and said in her heart: "This is my maid. You can let her go to find my father, no matter how much you want."
Qin Ke was shocked, "Qianqian!"
Song Qianqian lowered her voice and said: "Everyone can leave one by one. Your identity as an official lady must not be exposed, otherwise they will kill people and silence you. The bandits are just for money, so don't worry."
The two bandits' eyes suddenly lit up when they saw so many banknotes.
Taking the banknote, the man with triangular eyes glanced at his companion, "Why don't you ask the boss?"
"become!"
The man split half of it and immediately went crazy.
His triangular eyes looked excited, and he glanced sideways at the two women, "No wonder she looks so tender. She turns out to be a rich young lady."
"Young Master is not bad, and those talented people are just like this. With such a good condition, how can you become a bandit? Isn't it better than just being a steward in my Song family?"
"Miss Song is really discerning. You may not believe it, but before I fell into trouble..."
"..."
"Sir, how dare you rob the army of food? That is a serious crime of beheading."
"Speaking of which, I don't know what the boss is thinking. He has always been good in the past. He only robbed some businessmen who were passing by and never killed anyone. Ever since a few mysterious people came here not long ago..."
"..."
"Come on, come on, you two girls are thirsty! Drink some water first."
The two women here are thinking of a solution, while on the other side, Lin Bai has been escorted into the bandit's den by two bandits.
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