As the signs of Liu Zhiyuan's use of troops became more and more obvious, the current situation soon changed drastically starting from Taiyuan Prefecture where Guo Xin was located, and quickly spread to the entire northern land.
The day after he received the talisman letter, Guo Xin took his "personal soldier" Guo Pu to the military room to register. Through Guo Wei and Guo Rong's mouth, he already knew that except for the state soldiers guarding the states in Hedong, most of the soldiers and horses had gathered in Taiyuan Prefecture, and the army was stationed on the south bank of Fenhe River outside the city. Only the personal guards of Commander Liu Zhiyuan were still stationed in the city, and the military office where he was going was next to the school grounds in the east of the city.
As Guo Xin approached the school grounds, he saw almost all warriors in groups of twos and threes, wearing strong armor and strong swords. With Guo Pu, they finally found the military office, but they saw that a group of warriors had surrounded them outside the office.
Guo Pu quickly stepped forward to inquire and returned: "I asked, today is the first day of February, the day for the military to receive pay rolls."
Guo Xin saw that the military office in front of him had been surrounded from the inside out, and thought that he would inevitably have to deal with these warriors in the future, so he waited patiently aside, and at the same time curiously observed the group of warriors in front of him.
It seems that the word quiet is not associated with warriors gathering together, let alone a large group of warriors huddled together, and the shouts and shouts of each other can be heard from miles away.
Guo Xin stood aside calmly, listening to their gossip. The topics among the warriors were very simple, nothing more than women and war. Obviously, the information in the army was better informed. Some people said that Liu Zhiyuan was going to travel to Hebei to rescue Shi Chonggui who was being taken away by the Khitan people. Some people said that he would go south to Kaifeng Mansion to fight with the Khitan people. Some people said that he would send the cavalry army north to attack the Khitan people. Going to the capital...
Guo Xin couldn't help feeling bored after listening for a while, but then he suddenly heard Guo Wei's name.
"His brothers are about to go into battle. Why did I hear that this month we are still losing money? I guess Guo Queer moved all the money and food into his own home?"
Guo Xin looked around and saw that the person speaking was a short and fat warrior, just a few steps away from him. After saying that, the warrior spat fiercely on the ground, as if he was holding back some deep hatred on his face.
Guo Xin was secretly amused when he heard this. Considering the size of the warehouse in his Guo Mansion, it was probably a problem how much grain could be stored.
Sure enough, someone next to me retorted: "What you said is unfair. When has Ambassador Guo Kong ever treated us badly? I am a soldier and I will starve to death."
The short and fat warrior was still dissatisfied: "Let me tell you, our Jieshuai just made a fortune from the Tyuhun people last year, so we are not short of money and food! Now we have to work hard for him, how can we be reluctant to part with the things in our hands?"
The person next to him snorted coldly: "Then you might as well go to the handsome man's house and knock on the door to ask for it."
Another martial artist interjected: "Who says it's not the case? As long as you don't ask for money and food, you will get a bite of a bare blade to eat."
At this moment, all the warriors burst into laughter, and the short and fat warrior was also discouraged and said angrily: "Damn it, when we enter Bianzhou, I have to steal a workshop from him no matter what."
Guo Wei sounded well-received in the army. Guo Xinzheng listened with interest until Guo Pu next to him nudged him: "Brother Yi, isn't that the gentleman of the Shi family?"
Guo Xin followed his direction and saw Shi Dejun trying to squeeze out of the crowd with an annoyed look on his face.
Guo Xin greeted him loudly. When Shi Dejun saw him, he was even more anxious to get out: "Get out of the way! Let me get out!"
Guo Xin couldn't help but feel a little funny when he saw that Shi Dejun, who was originally tall and strong, seemed helpless among a group of warriors.
After a lot of effort, Shi Dejun finally came to Guo Xin: "Damn, these grandsons are waiting for payment as if they are eager for milk..." After saying that, he came back to his senses and looked at Guo Xin in confusion: "Brother Yi, what are you doing here? Your father's office is not here."
Guo Xin smiled and said nothing, took off the talisman from his waist and waved it in front of Shi Dejun's eyes.
Shi Dejun laughed twice when he saw the waist card, took out a waist card and waved it in front of Guo Xin's eyes: "I have one too."
Guo Xin stretched out his hand to see what was written on his waistband, but Shi Dejun quickly retracted his hand: "What's on Brother Yi's name?"
Guo Xin smiled and said: "It's nothing, just a little bitch."
"Oh," Shi Dejun nodded: "Guo Dutou, congratulations."
"Don't hide it, what is it?"
Shi Dejun sighed: "Don't mention it, I'm just here for this." After that, he handed the badge to Guo Xin.
Guo Xin took it and took a look. He saw that there was only one side with the words 'Janei Guards' written on it. He was a little confused: "Guard?"
Shi Dejun looked depressed: "My father is also a commander in chief, but his mother wants to send me to serve as Liu Xin's personal soldier."
Listening to Shi Dejun scolding his father and mother, Guo Xin was amused and comforted him: "Liu Xin is the commander of the cavalry and infantry army, and he is also a relative of His Highness. If you stay with him, Shi Lang will be able to prosper in the future."
Shi Dejun also shook his head and took back his belt: "That's all, I don't believe that I won't have the chance to fight in the future. Guo Lang will kill a few more Khitan dogs on our behalf."
"Definitely." Guo Xin nodded in agreement, but he thought in his heart that the Khitans would return north soon, and Liu Zhiyuan would go south after that. I'm afraid the Han soldiers would be the ones to fight more.
Shi Dejun looked a little happier. He looked at Guo Xin and then at Guo Pu behind him, and asked curiously: "Is Guo Lang here to register?"
After receiving the affirmative answer, Shi Dejun immediately glared: "You don't want to fight for milk with these guys, why are you waiting here?"
After saying that, Shi Dejun turned around and rushed into the crowd. Guo Xin had no choice but to ask Guo Pu to follow him.
However, before Shi Dejun could break in, the short, fat warrior who had slandered Guo Wei stood up and blocked him: "Who is so impatient? The time for payment has not come yet, and besides, the men are the first ones." Come."
Shi Dejun's two thick black eyebrows stood up: "If I don't come to eat, get out of the way!"
"That won't work. I have to teach you some rules on behalf of your father today..." Before the short, fat martial artist could finish his words, Shi Dejun's fist flew towards his face!
Caught off guard, the short and fat warrior suddenly lost his balance. Fortunately, he was supported by several companions behind him and did not fall to the ground.
Guo Xin was not surprised by this situation. He knew that Shi Dejuan had a violent temper, and it was his father Shi Hongzhao who hated others most. Seeing that several warriors on the opposite side were already clenching their fists and staring, eager to try, the people around them also tended to come up to watch when they heard the movement. Guo Xin instantly felt overwhelmed. There were only three people on his side. Not only were there many people on the other side, but there were also several people wearing armor, so they obviously couldn't fight.
The short and fat warrior finally reacted at this time. He was surprised that he had almost been knocked down by a young man. His face was as red as fire with shame and anger, and he shouted loudly: "I must skin you!"
Seeing that Shi Dejun was ready to fight, Guo Xin no longer hesitated, stretched out his hand to grab Shi Dejun with all his strength, and whispered: "This is not the place to do anything."
Shi Dejun then stood still and seemed to realize that the situation was not good. His eyes looked around him until they suddenly lit up when he saw himself. Guo Xinli immediately had a bad premonition, and sure enough, he heard Shi Dejuan pointing at him and roaring: "This is Guo Erlang, the Kongmu envoy! Whoever dares to stop this month will drink the northwest wind!"
The warriors in front of him stared at Guo Xin suspiciously after hearing this.
Guo felt bitter in his confidence. At the moment, he seemed to have no other choice but to give his name, so he could only clasp his fists and say: "My father is the official of Kongmu, the military capital of the Han Dynasty and the Han Dynasty. I have something important to do here, so please leave me alone." .”
Shi Dejun took advantage of the situation and shouted: "Don't let Guo Erlang get out of the way!"
Several warriors looked at each other and finally gave way: "Since it's Erlang of the Guo family, it's easy to talk about." Only the short and fat warrior remained in place with a frown, and the warrior who had spoken for Guo Wei hurriedly pulled him aside.
The crowd unconsciously parted a path, watching Guo Xin and the others walking towards the Yamen, pointing in their hands and talking about:
"That's Guo Que'er's son..."
"It's the Guo Erlang who beat His Highness's uncle in the front line!"
"Oh oh oh, Erlang saved the beauty, Guo Erlang."
Shi Dejun seemed to have returned from victory, and walked forward with his chest raised. Only the corner of Guo Xin's mouth twitched. It would probably take a lot of effort to restore his reputation.
