The retainer who opened the door immediately smiled when he saw the person coming. He said, "I will report it to you. May I ask... your honorable name?" The retainer looked at Mang Shen and saw that he was dressed as a scholar, so he called him. "Master".
Mang Shen said: "Mang Shen, the envoy under the command of Lieutenant Daliang, has returned home on the orders of General Xinling Lord!"
When the retainer heard this, his expression changed with fright, and he quickly said: "I will retaliate!" while handing out the copper coins that he had not yet put into his arms. Mang Shen smiled and pushed the retainer's hand back and said, "You're welcome to help me!"
The retainers did not dare to neglect, and quickly turned around the flute wall and reported to the elders: "People from Mang Mansion, Lord Xinling has envoys to enter the city!" The elders were a little nervous when they heard that, and quietly went around to the banquet in the hall, and whispered a few words to the guards. . When Yan Shou heard this, he was stunned for a moment, and then said: "Who is it?... Please come to the table!"
The elder of the family stepped back, walked around to the door, bowed and said: "My master has a guest, and if I don't have the time to welcome him, I would like to respectfully invite you as ordered by my master!"
Mang Shen said: "It's okay to stay in both directions for the time being."
The old man said: "How can this be true? Please take a seat!"
Mang Shen came in by himself and turned around the flute wall accompanied by his elders. There were two rows of seats in front of the lower steps of the hall, and the sudden appearance of Mang Shen attracted the attention of those sitting there. Mang Shen stopped in front of Xiao Qiang and said politely: "Mang Shen, the envoy under the command of Lieutenant Daliang, has returned home on the orders of General Xinling Lord!"
The family elder responded: "Please invite the military envoy to come to the front of the steps!"
The two of them arrived at the steps. Mang Shen said goodbye and said, "Mang Shen, the envoy under the command of Lieutenant Daliang, has returned home on the orders of General Xinling Lord!"
As soon as he finished speaking, there was a scream in the hall, and then the sound of the wine master falling to the ground was heard. After a long silence, the guard's voice came: "Welcome the envoy!"
Mang Shen turned sideways and stood at the foot of the steps with his head lowered. A group of people gradually walked out of the hall. On one side were the guards and lieutenants of Yanzhong, and on the other side were Mr. Liang Wei and Wei Liao!
The guard in the confinement was at the head, and everyone came down the stairs to welcome him. The guard in the confinement said: "The young general is here in person. Please take a seat."
Mang Shen said: "I have returned home on the order of General Xinlingjun and entrusted me to Shoujun. The five companions are now at the post."
Before the guard in the confinement could answer, Mr. Liang Wei had already spoken hurriedly: "Where is my father now?"
Mang Shen was startled when he heard the sound. He raised his head to look for the sound and saw that it was Mr. Liang Wei, with Wei Liao behind him.
The Liang Wei family and the Mang family were in the same dynasty. The Mang family used their guest ministers to do many military affairs. They had contacts with the Liang Wei family, a military family, and had many secret grievances. This time when Daliang Lieutenant went out into battle, Liang Lieutenant was also forced to lead his troops out of the city, all thanks to Mang Mao. Unexpectedly, it was agreed to lead 10,000 soldiers out of the city, but Mangmao did not do anything and stood idly by. As a result, Liang Wei's mansion was exhausted and spent a lot of money and effort. In the end, there were only more than 2,000 soldiers, and they were not under each other. The golden drums and flags were not all available, so it was impossible. When they entered the formation, the crowd turned out to be a mob, and Wei Liao was so anxious that he vomited blood. In addition to panic, they had to follow Mang Mao's instructions and lead the army to the border.
The people in the Wei Mansion were reorganized on the way, and only a hundred-man fighting team was left to stay with Mr. Liang Wei as a bodyguard. The remaining military soldiers were temporarily organized into twenty-two soldiers, and the soldiers were appointed. There were no superior officers, so the lower-level officers were assigned by the soldiers. But there were only ten flags brought out of the city, and they were still small flags. Not only did they not have the commander's flag, but the twenty-three pawns alone were not enough flags. They only have the weapons they carry with them and no baggage, so they are almost a remnant.
When Mang Mao said that Mang Yin was in the confinement, it was actually just speculation and not true; ordering the soldiers outside the city to march to the confinement was actually a sudden decision and was not the result of careful consideration. He had not communicated with the defenders of the confinement and the confinement beforehand. The captain made a decision. When I first returned home, I passed by Xinzhong, and the guards in Xinzhong were allowed to take good control of the civilian army. The camera moved towards Daliang, without any sign of being a soldier. When this force marched toward Xizhong, the defender of Xizhong had already learned that the military and police outside the Great Wall had been lifted and the fighting had moved to the south of Daliang. With Daliang standing in the front line, his crisis was almost completely lifted. When Mr. Liang Wei led more than 2,000 people to the vicinity of Xizhong, the gate of Xizhong was closed tightly and they refused to admit them and were unwilling to donate food or crops. Fortunately, Wei Liao was well versed in court affairs and entered the city in person. On Mang Mao's orders, he persuaded the guards and lieutenants in Anzhong. It was delayed until now before the city was opened to welcome Mr. Liang Wei and others to enter the city. Just before the banquet was held, Mang Shen arrived unexpectedly.
The guard in the confinement didn't have time to discuss it with others. He felt that since Mr. Liang Wei came on Mang Mao's order, there would be no hindrance to meeting Mang Shen, so he blurted out and asked Mang Shen to come to the table. Unexpectedly, when Wei Liang heard Mang Shen's name, he reacted strongly and almost lost his composure. If Wei Liao hadn't been there, the situation would have been out of control. The guards and lieutenants in Yanzhong were very surprised: Could it be that Liang Wei's Mansion was not ordered by Mang Mao, but was forced by Mang Mao? If that were the case, I would be at a loss for both ends.
How many years older was Mang Shen? He could still maintain his composure. He hurriedly greeted the two of them and said, "I have met the young master and Mr. Wei! Lieutenant Daliang fell ill on the road. He was recuperating in the military camp. He is getting better day by day. Today he has been cured of his illness." Assist Mr. Wei Xinling on the board of directors."
Young Master Liang Wei was still furious, and the lieutenant's repeated hints were useless, so he had to step forward and say: "I serve my young master, and on the orders of General Mang, I led thousands of soldiers to the camp to get food, and met with the eldest son Mang Yin every night. , that is, go to the front to serve."
Seeing that things were right, Mang Shen saluted again and said: "Mr. Xinling knew that the young master had risked his own life, and he couldn't bear it. He specially ordered the ministers, the emperor, and all the gentlemen of my family to return to the country. In addition to the king's orders, he must keep it." My son is safe."
Seeing that this matter was not simple, Xin Zhongshou said: "This is not the place for discussion. Please come to the hall."
Mang Shen said to the guard in the confinement: "I am waiting for the five people who are traveling with me. They are Lord Xinling and the senior officials of my mansion. They are in the hall and have set up their carriages and horses. I hope you will abide by the summons and ask."
The governor of Yanzhong remembered Mang Shen's first words when he saw him. Before he could answer, he was interrupted by Mr. Liang Wei. Now Mang Shen mentioned it again, it was obviously more important, so he turned to wave to the family elders and said: "Let's lead a few people from the stables to the hall to wait on the military envoys and horses. Make sure they are all ready."
Mang Shen saluted the elder and said, "I am waiting for six carriages, all with four-horse horses. They are very tired under the stables."
The old man of the family said: "Greetings!" He said to the guard: "There are only three or five men in the stable, so it may be difficult for me. I dare to ask the two or three men in the army to help me."
Weiwei said: "No need to work. We also have one or two stablemen in our house. Although they are unbearable, they can be driven around." Then he summoned his entourage from the hall and ordered the stablemen to be led to the Wei Mansion to wait on the carriages and horses. He repeatedly warned that where the noble person is, he must do his best and never slack off.
Taking advantage of the time when Lieutenant Yan was giving instructions to his subordinates, Yan Shou said to Zukazai, who was acting as the guest of honor, "I will prepare a table for the military envoy."
The guest said: "Where should it be placed? If it is an envoy, it should be placed below; if it is a guest, it should be placed in the west."
Yan Shou said: "The military envoys are not just one person, they are all members of noble families, so they should not be taken lightly. We will also set up six more seats in the west." The guests saluted and left.
Arrange it properly, stick to it and then ask Mang Shen to come to the hall. Then he turned around and saluted the people at the foot of the stairs: "The military envoy has come from far away and is not polite enough. Please forgive me!" Behind him, Wei Wei, Liang Wei's family and Mang Shen also saluted together. Everyone at the banquet fell to the ground and said, "How dare you!"
The guests who had arranged the banquet returned to their seats and loudly shouted: "Master, I'll serve you a glass of wine!" Someone next to you served a wine cup, and the keeper of the banquet scooped out wine from the wine cup. Everyone at the banquet had already left the banquet, lined up on both sides, and came forward to sing in turn. On the host's side, Yan Shou, Liang Wei Gongzi, Yan Wei, Wei Liao and Mang Shen came forward in sequence and entered the hall after drinking. When Mang Shen entered the hall, the seats in the hall had been laid out, and the tables, tripods, gui and other utensils in front of the banquet were all ready.
The singing outside the hall did not last long. After all, it was wartime, and the people invited to accompany the guests were all senior officers in the city. In fact, there were not many of them: the standing garrison in the village was only one school and two battalions, so we couldn't even invite the uncles. Bar. In addition, everyone saw the situation in front of the gate. The military envoy had such a status that he would crush people to death wherever he went; and the Liang Wei family and the Mang family obviously had a close relationship. Although the free wine is delicious,...it's better to leave as soon as possible! Just like a promise, everyone said goodbye after drinking the wine. The hall became quiet, only the retainers were withdrawing from the table and moving the cases. In the hall, even though Yan Shou and Yan Wei drank three rounds of wine, the atmosphere still seemed dull and gradually became quiet.
Mr. Liang Wei, who was sitting at the head of the guest suite, still could not keep his composure. He turned away from the table and leaned over and said, "I would like you to tell me about my father's condition in detail to comfort my children in enduring the pain!"
Mang Shen, who was sitting at the end of the guest seat, put his hands on his knees, leaned slightly and said: "Greetings! After leaving the city, Captain Daliang suddenly saw the Qifeng fire soaring into the sky. He was worried about the state affairs, so he shouted and fell into a daze. What happened on the way? , all paid to the merchant Lu Bo Kunzhong. - Lu Bo and others arrived with Daliang Wei. When they entered the military camp, Daliang Wei met Mr. Xinlingjun, and his expression was very weak. Fortunately, Mr. Zhongyue, the son's disciple, was able to regulate him, and he gradually improved. Today. In the morning, Lieutenant Daliang is already sitting in the tent, and is in charge of commanding the military soldiers under the orders of Prince Lingjun."
Mang Shen looked calm, spoke in an orderly manner, and spoke concisely and concisely. Although he was protective in his words, he clearly placed the responsibility on Wei Daliang himself. Mr. Liang Wei looked hesitant, as if he wanted to say something, but could not. Wei Liao had a sullen face, listening to Mang Shen's brief introduction, trying to hear something from the words. After Mang Shen finished speaking, Mr. Liang Wei did not speak any more, and there was a slight silence in the hall. Wei Liao spoke up: "Young masters followed Daliang Wei out of the city, where are they all now?"
Mang Shen's expression changed and he said: "All nine of the Wei family were killed by the bandits, and their bodies were returned to Daliang a few days ago."
Mr. Liang Wei was surprised again and said: "Young Master can't wait for more than ten generations, but nine people are in trouble?"
Mang Shen said: "Of course. The Ninth Young Master went to the field to collect food on the orders of Lord Xinling. He encountered thieves on the way and was speechless."
Mr. Liang Wei was speechless again. Wei Liao asked: "Who are the thieves? Have they ever subdued the law?"
Mang Shen said: "There is no time for military action to be taken, and the thief has not yet been captured. - Please ask Daliang Wei to teach you to give priority to military affairs." The last sentence blocked Wei Liao from further questioning.
Sensing that the tone of the conversation was not right, Yan Shou quickly changed the subject and asked: "When the young master returns to the country and enters the jail, will there be any orders?"
Mang Shen said: "Mr. Che of our house said that Mr. Liang Wei worked hard for the king's affairs, risked his own life, and went out to the battle with great enthusiasm. Daliang Wei was in great mourning, and Lord Xinling was uneasy. I also heard that my brother Yin was in charge of the military outside the city, and he must also stick to his knowledge. Where it is. Messrs. Jin and Cao, two of my disciples, will meet with Messrs. Che and Xiao of the government to support the army and serve on the road. I am sure that Mr. Liang Wei is fine. All the troops will report back after they have figured out the plan."
Yan Shou was shocked and said: "I don't know where the eldest son is!"
