"Tiger!"
After Xia Houxuan sealed the large hole in Yu Huan's left arm, he made a prompt decision and quickly pulled out the red short arrow. At this moment, Yu Huan didn't know whether it was because of too much pain or because the arrow was poisonous, but he fell into a coma.
"Axuan, you just said that the one in the tiger is a mysterious fire crossbow!?"
Cao Xi was a little unbelievable at the moment. He had heard something about the mysterious fire crossbow. When he was a child, he and his eldest brother would pester their father to tell stories, but his father always only read military books and strategies. How could he know any ancient stories?
However, he and his eldest brother kept getting entangled, and his father reluctantly told some past stories about his military campaigns in various places.
Among the past events his father told, he once mentioned the mysterious fire crossbow mentioned by Xia Houxuan.
The mysterious fire crossbow symbolizes the fire virtue of the Han Dynasty.
The Xuanji Sect is a sect that suddenly emerged in the Bashu and Longchuan areas over the years. It is closely related to the Marquis of Lingyang who founded the sect in Mobei and Beihai alone, and the 'Qizuo Horse Farm' founded by the Ma family in Xiliang outside the Pass, and Jiangdong. The three emerging sects of the Lu family, the 'Yunzhong Sect', are equally famous. In the martial arts world, there has always been a focus on the origins of a sect. Often, the older the sect is, the more mysterious martial arts it inherits. For example, the 'Yue Nu Sword' in the Wuyue land in the south of the Yangtze River was once popular in the Central Plains, but now it has transformed. He learned Cao Xia's swordsmanship for the royal family of the Wei Dynasty and passed it down from the sword sects of Wang Yue and Shi A.
On the other hand, the emerging sects in the south, north, east, and west including Xuanji, Lingyang, Yunzhong, and Qizao suddenly emerged in the past few decades or even more than ten years.
The reason for this is quite simple. The reason why a sect can rise quickly is because someone with amazing talent and beauty suddenly appears in the sect, such as Ling Yanghou of Beihai. Either, it has been vigorously cultivated and supported by the imperial court or a separatist force. For example, the Yunzhong Sect in Jiangnan was founded by Lu Yi, the governor of Jiangdong. Another example is the "Qijuo Horse Farm" in Xiliang, which was also founded by the early governor of Jiangdong. Founded by Ma Teng and his son who occupied Xiliang for many years, these sects all have one thing in common, that is, there is no shortage of resources.
This Xuanji Sect was carefully cultivated by Liu Xuande, the Lord of Bashu, and Zhuge Kongming, the Prime Minister of Shu. It was called a sect, but this Xuanji Sect looked more like an unorganized imperial institution.
And a sect must have its own special skills.
The Xuanji Sect relies on two techniques to control its gate.
One of them is Gu Yingfa, a two-handed sword technique taught by Liu Xuande himself.
The second is the crossbow arrow carefully developed by Zhuge Kongming-Xuanji Fire Crossbow.
Today, on the streets of Xuchang, the person who suddenly attacked someone happened to be using a double sword and a fire crossbow.
However, although the man's two-handed swordsmanship was extremely superb, enough to compete with himself, Ah Xuan, and Tiger Tiger for a while, his crossbow technique was obviously a beginner's. The rocket fired as a hidden weapon was actually fired by Tiger, a child. Arrive first and shoot down two.
But then again, the Yu family's swordsmanship is indeed dexterous and practical. The tiger's two moves, "Shark Crying in the South Sea" and "Ten Thousand Miles of Whale" just now, although they look ordinary, they can defeat the fire arrows.
"Yes, it's the mysterious fire arrow!"
Xia Houxuan, who had always been calm and calm, frowned in a rare way at this moment.
"If this is the case, the opponent we will face may be more terrifying than previously imagined."
Cao Xi looked bitter and resentful. It was obvious that he felt unprecedented pressure because of this incident. Although he can be regarded as Zhilan Yushu among the Cao family's children, compared with Xia Houxuan, who was trained as the eldest son and the next head of the family since childhood, he is still out of reach.
"Since it is a mysterious fire arrow, we don't need to worry. The Shu captives have always claimed to be orthodox to the Han Dynasty, and Zhuge Kongming is also an outstanding person. Naturally, he will not let the sect representing the imperial court use such a despicable method as poisoning. Having said that, , Tiger’s injuries are not serious, let’s go back to the Yamen quickly and treat Tiger’s injuries.”
Xia Houxuan frowned slightly, picked up Yu Huan, and headed towards the government office.
Although Xia Houxuan was in danger, Zhuge Dan, Guan Qiujian and others had completed the task of teaching nursery rhymes, so the group returned to Xuchang County Yamen.
After Xu Changchang asked about the reason, he broke out in a cold sweat even though he was experienced and shrewd.
You must know that any sect in the world who invades the palace is not easy to mess with. Many local officials lost their lives because they offended these dissolute knights, not to mention a well-known big man like Xuanji who was supported by the enemy. sect.
It seems that Xu County is in trouble.
"There is no need to panic, Marquis Baili. This matter is easy to handle, but there may be some risks."
Xia Houxuan sat in front of the case, took a sip from his tea cup, his eyes were as bright as fire, and he smiled and said to Xuchang:
"From Xuan's point of view, since these Shu warriors are able to cause trouble in Duxu County, our country in the Wei Dynasty, it can be seen that they have established a new nest in the hinterland of our country's Central Plains!"
When Xuchang Chang heard this, the cold sweat that had already fallen down broke out again. He was shocked and looked at Xiahou Xuan in horror: "Master Xiahou, in your opinion, how should this county deal with itself?!"
"Marquis Baili, as a stratagem, I suggest that you immediately write to the governor and the county governor to inform them of the situation, and then send orders to Changping, Chenxian, Qiaoxian, Liangguo, and Peixian counties east of Xuchang. The county immediately began to investigate the sects that have emerged in recent years, and it is unknown whether its headquarters is located among these sects."
After hearing Xia Houxuan's words, Xu Changchang seemed to still have concerns. He frowned and asked:
"However, Mr. Xiahou, the government and the rivers and lakes have always been in harmony with each other. Unless these rivers and lakes knights really violate the laws of the Wei Dynasty, it is convenient to investigate them. But now, if they are rashly asked to be investigated by the counties, I am afraid that Something is wrong.”
"Marquis Baili's words make sense." Xiahou Xuan smiled apologetically. Sure enough, he was still new to the world, and his thoughts were inevitably a little incomplete. After thinking about it for a moment, he immediately smiled and said: "Marquis Baili, although it is inconvenient for the government to directly intervene in the affairs of the Jianghu. , However, under heavy rewards, there must be brave men. If the government publishes a list to encourage the Jianghu sects to carry out a merger of Jianghu sects in the name of eliminating harm for the people and doing justice for heaven, the secrets of the sects can be found out. We can also deal with the long-standing abuses caused by the knights who have repeatedly used force to violate the ban for many years, and cut out some cancers among the people in the world. Isn't it possible to kill several people with one stone?"
When Xu Changchang heard Xiahou Xuan's words, he immediately frowned and showed an admiring smile: "I would like to thank Mr. Xiahou for your guidance. I was enlightened by your words. This county will send someone right now." Write a letter to the envoy of Yuzhou and ask him to issue orders to all counties and counties to handle this matter."
"One more thing, I hope Marquis Baili won't be negligent." Xia Houxuan thought carefully for a while, and then said: "The fights between Jianghu people are often reckless and without regard for the consequences. What's more, this time it is encouraged by the government, so they may not be able to point them out. How many people will we take the opportunity to kill? Therefore, we must ask each state capital to explain when promulgating the list that there is no need to kill or injure anyone. If there are any offenders, they will be dealt with according to the laws of the Wei Dynasty."
Xuchang smiled knowingly, bowed his head and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Xiahou, I understand."
After sending away Xia Houxuan, Cao Xi, Sima Zhao and other young masters, Xu Changchang immediately wrote a letter in person, and ordered the scribes in the yamen who were good at calligraphy and ink to copy dozens of copies. He sent messengers to Yuzhou Prefecture and Yanzhou Prefecture respectively. The government, as well as various neighboring counties and counties.
Unconsciously, half a month has passed. After understanding the situation, various prefectures, counties and counties immediately distributed relevant papers. Upon hearing this, the various martial arts circles were overjoyed. This was a great opportunity given to them by the imperial court.
Sure enough, as Xia Houxuan expected, when various prefectures, counties and counties first started to implement this policy, some bold sects ignored the ban and massacred some small sects privately. Naturally, they were severely sanctioned by the government. After all, the government had spoken first, so various sects Instead of daring to cause trouble, the sects began to abide by the law one by one. Therefore, with the help and covert help of various prefectures and counties, within half a month, the merger of various rivers and lakes in Yanzhou, Yuzhou was basically completed.
At the same time, the most suspicious gangs gradually surfaced.
In order to prevent people from the Xuanji Sect from escaping quietly, Xia Houxuan ordered all counties to strictly check the people coming in and out, and even prohibited the rangers from leaving the county again.
"It seems that the Xuanji Sect is installed in the secret sentry branch of our Da Wei Dynasty, either in the Huolongmen in Wuping County, Chen County, or in the Mingnan Gang in Yu County, Liang Guo."
Xia Houxuan and Gao Xun, who is good at prison investigation, carefully analyzed the files on Jianghu mergers in various counties and came to such a conclusion.
"In this case, without further ado, let's set off immediately to find out. If it is indeed a Shu captive, then we will destroy it!"
Sima Zhao had a ruthless look on his face and said decisively.
"What Brother Zhao said is true." Xia Houxuan did not refute Sima Zhao's suggestion this time. He nodded, thought for a moment, and continued: "In order to avoid delays, we might as well go forward separately and destroy the den of thieves in one fell swoop. .”
"This county is willing to send county soldiers to help everyone!" Chang Chang thought for a moment and generously donated his money. He actually planned to send all the county soldiers regardless of the security of the county.
"Marquis Baili, there is no need to do this. If we send county troops, it will be easy to scare the enemy. It is better for us to disguise ourselves and go west quietly, which will make things easier. Moreover, Xuchang is the capital of the Wei Dynasty, so we can't make any mistakes."
Xia Houxuan politely declined Xu Changchang's kindness. He was telling the truth. After thinking about it for a moment, Xu Changchang could only nod his head and stop insisting.
"Axuan, we all obey your arrangements." Cao Xi looked at Xia Houxuan with trust.
"Okay, in that case, let's divide the troops into two groups without further ado."
Xia Houxuan pointed at the map and arranged: "Brother Guanqiu, you lead Gao Xun, Wei Lie, and six school officials to Mingnan Gang, Yu County, Liang State. Brother Zhuge, Xi, and Zhao, I, lead four school officials. Let’s go to Huolongmen, Wuping County, Chen County.”
"Wei!" the six young men responded in unison.
"Marquis Baili, please help me and take good care of Marquis Yishouting."
"I am determined to live up to my destiny!" Xu Chang bowed deeply towards Xia Houxuan.
