The road to Yuanyang is not easy. There are gravel and soft sand everywhere. Especially when the weather turns cold, the road along the Yellow River is even more difficult and narrow. While riding his horse, Chen Chong looked up at the exposed rugged rocks on both sides of the river bank. Sometimes there were stubborn dead branches standing upright in the wind, which aroused his endless appreciation and pride.
Of course, this kind of pride was quickly thrown away by Chen Chong. After all, as a disguise, lifelikeness does not only mean the clothes on the body, but also the expression and state.
Two miles away before reaching Washi, Chen Chong stopped to calm down. He faced the stream and smeared dust on his face. He used some gravel to scratch some blood marks on the exposed parts of his wrists, and then waited for the wounds to form scabs. Then he carried Yang Feng, who was still unconscious, on his back, put his hands around his neck, and finally tied him with a straw rope, and then declared that everything was over.
Then Chen Chong rode towards Wa Shi with a bleak look on his face. The Baibo army stationed in Washi saw a horse and a rider from a distance, and was quite happy. They thought it was Yang Feng who led the army to a victory and sent people back first to claim victory. As a result, when Chen Chong approached Wa Shi with a dejected look, they suddenly felt at ease. Several sentries stopped Chen Chong and asked him for military orders. Chen Chong had already prepared them and naturally responded to them one by one. Then several people asked about the military situation. .
Chen Chong was also a bachelor. He spoke with a Hedong accent and told the defenders of Washi the situation almost as it was. The only modified point is that Yang Feng was attacked by the army. Yang Feng's direct descendants fought hard to snatch the unconscious Yang Feng, and blocked the army from them, allowing him to take Yang Shuai back to Yuanyang and inform Guo Shuai of the news. , time is urgent, I'm afraid Chen thief will send a large army to besiege us soon.
The defenders of Washi were all pale, and they recognized that the wounded man on Chen Chong's back was indeed Yang Feng, and couldn't help but believe it. They quickly bought another good horse for Chen Chong and watched him cross the border and go away. When he disappeared, the defenders whispered to each other: When Marshal Yang left the army the day before yesterday, he was in such high spirits that even his mount seemed to be flying into the sky. Unexpectedly, when the group came back, they were alone, with only these two people left.
Chen Chong didn't know this, but he was very excited to pass this level. Because this means that his disguise is very smooth, and he will not be questioned again until the end of the Yangtze River. Chen Chong simply looked at the villages along the road while speeding. Compared with the suburbs of Lishi City, the population here was more densely populated. The autumn harvest had ended. Many huts had just prepared wax goods hung in front of them. Although there were not many, it was still visible that people were still there. After carefully preparing your own life, you will feel comfortable and leisurely, as if you are not living in the chaos of the army, but living in a paradise outside the world.
In the evening, the city of Huanyang could be seen by the Huan River, and the city of Huanyin on the other side of the water was also vaguely visible. Unlike Meiji City, a small city that was given to the Southern Huns without repair, the two cities of Yuanyang and Yuanyin were originally cities that could accommodate thousands of people like Lishi. In addition, after the Baibo Army captured it, Guo Dawei was able to live for a long time. In order to defend the city, an extra layer of Dongguo was built to the east of Yuanyang City. Although the city wall was naturally taller and thicker than Bu Lishi, it could accommodate ten thousand people and hold on for a long time.
Chen Chong rushed to the gate of Yuanyang City and saw only empty houses on the outskirts of the city in a mess. Apparently all of them had been moved into the city. The four corner watchtowers on the city are like forests of torches, and looking up from the bottom, you can see the longing figures of people, while the city gate downstairs has long been closed. It is obvious that they have made preparations to clear the field and prepare for war at any time.
A sentry on the watchtower saw Chen Chong, so he shouted down to tell him that it was the curfew time. If you want to enter the city, you need to report which unit you belong to, and your companions will claim it. Chen Chong then took the opportunity to shout to him, saying that he was the soldier who attacked Hequdu with Yang Shuai the day before yesterday. Now there is an urgent military intelligence report from the front line to Guo Shuai. Now Yang Shuai is seriously injured and unconscious. Please put down a rope first. Pull Yang Shuai up. If there is no problem, let me climb the city. Time is urgent. If Washi is lost, you will also be responsible.
When the sentry heard that Yang Shuai was seriously injured and unconscious, his face was naturally pale, and he hurriedly tied a rope to a bamboo basket from the city wall and placed it there. Chen Chong took Yang Feng off his body and put him into the bamboo basket, and then watched the sentry pull Yang Feng up. The soldiers in Yuanyang City are all used to seeing Yang Feng, how could they not recognize him? Naturally, he believed Chen Chong and opened the city gate, allowing Chen Chong to enter on horseback. Then he called a song leader and asked him to lead Chen Chong to meet Guo Da.
Chen Chong's eyes lit up as soon as the composer came. I saw that he had a majestic figure, with high cheekbones, eyebrows like flying knives, and his eyes were as sharp as a cold front. People can't help but believe that this person is the best choice regardless of his bravery and virtue.
However, I heard that he introduced himself to Chen Chong: "I am Xu Huang and Xu Gongming. This brother, if you have a military intelligence report, just follow me." Chen Chong naturally agreed happily and looked him over from head to toe. Xu Huang Noticing his gaze, his majestic face had a gentle look on his face. He smiled and said, "How about it, where are the lice on my body?"
"Where." Chen Chong shook his head and sighed: "Brother Xu's posture makes me sigh. If I could be like Brother Xu, I wouldn't have been defeated so badly in this battle." Xu Huang's face suddenly became solemn, and he cupped his hands towards Chen Chong and said : "I was just about to ask my brother about the battle the day before yesterday. These five thousand people were all strong men of our army. How could they be defeated so miserably so suddenly?"
The two were talking and walking. Xu Huang heard about the battle and couldn't help but talk about his views on the war. Although he was born in the rebel army, he was rarely articulate and quick-thinking. The more he asked, the better Chen Chong answered. Young Master, I just want to say that there are some things that can only be reported after meeting Guo Da. In fact, I know that if I continue to talk, I will definitely reveal my secret.
After waiting for two moments, they walked through Dongguo and entered the original Yuanyang City. Xu Huang led Chen Chong into the tower in the inner city. When they reached a corner of the stairs, Xu Huang smiled at Chen Chong and said, "Shuai Guo is in the tower above. I don't have the order to go in. Brother, just go in and report." Bar."
Chen Chong responded with a smile, walked to Xu Huang, and finally breathed a sigh of relief. Just as he was about to go upstairs, Chen Chong suddenly felt an alarm ringing in his heart. Then he noticed a chill on his neck. He almost instinctively took three steps back. Then he noticed a strong wind passing by and saw a huge fist flying towards him from the corner of his eye. Come on, just about to hit your forehead bone.
In a hurry, Chen Chong had no choice but to bend down and barely avoid the punch. But then he felt a huge force of a thousand pounds knocking him into the air. It turned out that Xu Huang changed his fist into a kick, and his knee hit Chen Chong's waist and abdomen.
But before he could scream, Xu Huang had already transformed his fist into a hug, locking Chen Chong tightly. Under this lock, Chen Chong felt as if he was being possessed by a giant python, and his internal organs were under pressure that was close to breaking.
In a flash of lightning, he was immediately restrained by Xu Huang and unable to move. The severe pain in his chest and abdomen made Chen Chong suspect that one of his ribs had been broken.
He looked back with difficulty and saw Xu Huang's cold eyes. He forced a smile and said, "Brother Xu, why is this?"
Xu Huang thought he would have to fight hard, but unexpectedly he won so easily, which made him somewhat doubtful of his judgment, but he still sneered: "This is the only way to deal with government assassins." At this point, he used With so much force, Chen Chong turned pale and couldn't even moan.
If this continued, Chen Chong almost fainted from the pain. But he knew that if he couldn't see Guo Da's face for the first time, it would be almost useless to see him later, so he used all his strength to spit out the words: "Brother Xu... I don't have a sword on me, and I don't have a sword." How can Gong Ya... be a government assassin?"
Seeing that he could still persist under such severe pain, Xu Huang couldn't help but be a little surprised. He used some strength to make Chen Chong gasp for breath, but he still sneered: "You can't even think of lying to me. Your accent is not Xihe accent, it's fake." The accent of Hedong is difficult for ordinary brothers to recognize, but you can't hide it from me. If you are not from the government, why bother to imitate the accent of Hedong? Besides, I am Yang Shuai's personal entourage, but I was out for something a few days ago and was unable to participate in the raid. , you can rescue Yang Shuai, you have to accompany me personally, but I have never seen you! You still want to meet Guo Shuai, you have only one reason, you must want to assassinate him!"
Chen Chong took a breath, took a few big breaths, forced out a smile and said: "Brother Xu is right. I am indeed a member of the government. But I am not here to assassinate. Brother Xu, look where I carry any weapons." ? I am Yang Hui, the chief secretary of Xihe, and by the order of Chen Chong, the current governor of Xihe, I negotiated peace with Commander Guo of your army and exchanged pledges."
This statement was quite unexpected by Xu Huang, but after thinking about it carefully, he found it very reasonable. It would be too funny if the assassin did not know martial arts, and he brought back the unconscious Yang Feng. Such an assassination would also seem a bit inexplicable, but such a messenger shows sincerity.
Thinking of this, he finally gained some trust. He put down his guard, let go of Chen Chong, and searched him without any courtesy. There was indeed no weapon. However, when he pulled out a few pieces of cloth, Chen Chong held his hand down again. Chen Chong smiled and said, "I hope Brother Xu will show mercy. This is a secret agreement that the prefect wants to negotiate with Guo Shuai. Let me present it to Guo Shuai first." "
Seeing this, Xu Huang finally became convinced. He let go with a sneer and said, "I didn't expect that the Chief Registrar is so unique that he dared to break into our Baibo Army alone. Do the officers and soldiers really think that we are soft-hearted and dare not kill people?"
Chen Chong rearranged his clothes, wiped off the dust on his face, and then sighed: "Brother Xu, I don't think the rebels are soft-hearted, but I believe that the rebels are also people of faith, so I arranged to come here, hoping that both parties can finally rest forever. In terms of fighting, there is no longer a need for so many soldiers on the city wall, and there is no need for so many homeless people on the outskirts of the city. If it can be repaired forever, that would be the best!"
Xu Huang saw him wiping away the dust with a gentle look on his face. He snorted coldly and said with a smile: "What the chief said is just to bully the common people into not being able to speak. If it weren't for the government officials who care about people's lives and do not practice good governance, if we could have a peaceful life, who would Are you willing to put this good head on the bow and arrow?"
These words were treacherous, but they were in line with Chen Chong's feelings. Regardless of the severe pain in his chest and abdomen, he bowed to Xu Huang, and then sighed: "The world is like this, how can the court make no mistakes? It's just to make up for it. It's not too late. I, the king of Suifu, can't do anything." When I took office, I did not want to repeat the mistakes of my predecessor and give the people a peaceful life, so I came here alone. I also hope that Brother Xu will lead the way for me to introduce Guo Shuai."
Xu Huang saw his sincere words and his eyes full of hope and pain. He thought that it was indeed rare for a civil servant to travel thousands of miles to join the enemy, so he softened a little. After all, he is just like the people he talks about. If he can have a peaceful life, who would be willing to cause chaos?
But his expression remained unchanged, and he said without any fluctuation in his tone: "Then come with me. If you have any evil thoughts, Master Yang, I will show you Xing Ji and Zhang Yi's frightened methods!"
