"Master Shang, do you want to outnumber the people?" Luo Xing looked at Shang Chen and said, "It is true that we in Nanya do not have as many people as you, but it should be okay to insist on one stick of incense. As long as I send out a distress signal, Tianlang Pass will But there are 80,000 garrison troops and the famous Green Wolf Guards all over the world..."
Luo Xing never targeted the fourth prince from beginning to end, but Shang Chen.
It's not that he is kind to the fourth prince, or has any good impression, but that he did this as a strategy to create a reality that the fourth prince was deceived by Shang Chen's rhetoric, and it was naturally to divide and alienate him.
Not only Shang Chen and the fourth prince Xinga, but also Prime Minister Alehai in Luojing.
Everyone knows the relationship between Shang Chen and Alehai. If the fourth prince doubts Shang Chen, how can he not doubt Alehai? It is only a matter of time that the seeds of doubt are planted and take root and sprout.
The fourth prince was a guest and was deceived into doing something wrong. Zhou didn't care about it. This was magnanimous.
The fourth prince Xinga is also a smart man. He wants to catch him off guard. Once he gets the person, the evidence and the initiative will be in his hands.
But now, not only did the other party say that he was prepared, he was accompanied by a first-class Grandmaster to protect him, which was enough to prevent him from continuing.
Maybe, the crime of provoking trouble will fall on him.
"Lord Luo, this prince may be overly homesick and misunderstood. Shang Shi did this for my own sake. This prince is at fault and is willing to apologize!"
This fourth prince is really a character. He is not carried away by anger. He is able to assess the situation and adapt to bend and stretch. He is indeed a character. No wonder he is loved by the wolf lord, even more than the eldest prince Xin Fu who was born to the dead wolf concubine.
"Fourth Prince, you can see clearly that I don't have any of your concubines around me. They are just female servants who take care of my daily life." Luo Xing said solemnly.
"Master Luo, when, when did the orderly have female soldiers?"
"We still have female generals in our court, why not use a female orderly?" Luo Xing snorted coldly, and responded to Shang Chen's question without any courtesy, "Master Shang is too lenient."
"Lord Luo, this is a snow leopard cub that I found in a blizzard. Its mother was swept away by the blizzard. How about this as my apology?" Fourth Prince Xinga asked someone to send a snow leopard cub. The cub is fluffy, still sleeping soundly, and very cute.
The snow leopard is a ferocious beast. When it reaches adulthood, it is at least a third-grade beast. If it grows well, it can become a second-grade ferocious beast. It is famous for its speed and its ability to chase down enemies.
However, snow leopard cubs are very rare, especially those in their infancy. The mother leopard will never leave the cubs and protect her cubs desperately.
It seems that the fourth prince used violent means to obtain the snow leopard cub.
He couldn't control this, but if this cub was sold in Guishishan, it wouldn't be possible without tens of thousands of ghost coins.
This apology is very sincere.
"The fourth prince is too polite. If I don't accept it, you will definitely be worried, so I'd better accept it." Luo Xing said happily.
Don't give up the gift that comes to your door in vain.
Fourth Prince Xin Jia would have thought that Luo Xing would at least refuse the offer before accepting it, but he didn't know that the other party actually accepted it without being polite at all, and also found a reason that seemed to be necessary to accept it.
This man is not only decisive and cruel, but also very shameless and greedy.
This kind of person is really not easy to deal with.
He had learned the lesson today. If everyone in Dazhou was like this guy in front of him, then his trip to Dazhou would be much more interesting.
The little Snow Leopard was delivered to Luo Xing's arms. The little guy didn't even open his eyes and was still sleeping soundly. Apparently he didn't know that he had a new owner.
"Lord Luo, I'll take my leave first!" The fourth prince waved his hand, and all the surrounding Xirong wolf cavalry and personal guards retreated.
"Fourth Prince, I don't have the person you are looking for, so don't waste your time on me." Luo Xing reminded him coldly as he watched the Fourth Prince leave.
"This prince has learned a lesson."
A storm ended hastily like this, disappearing invisibly.
But its impact didn't end when the event ended, it was just the beginning.
After returning, Shang Chen immediately asked to see the fourth prince and tried to explain something, but the fourth prince refused because he needed to rest.
…
On Luo Xing's side, he was also sweating. If he hadn't been prepared in advance, he might have been stolen by Shang Chen and the fourth prince Xinga today.
If Hong Ying is caught by the other party, there is no other way unless he forcefully snatches the person back.
Fortunately, this is at Tianlang Pass.
If he left Tianlang Pass, it would probably be really difficult for him to face what he encountered tonight.
Because of this, both Shang Chen and the fourth prince knew that if they failed to succeed in one blow, it would be impossible to arrest someone by force.
Their few hundred people are no match for the elite army in the pass. What's more, Qin Lang is stationed near the post house with a group of green wolf guards, who can surround the entire post house at any time.
Both Shang Chen and the fourth prince chose the wrong time and place.
"The whole little thing, go to bed when you're full, get some goat's milk or mare's milk and take it with you. You don't need to take care of it." Luo Xing handed the snow leopard cub to Hongying and ordered.
"For me?"
"You like it?" Although Luo Xing likes the snow leopard cub, he doesn't have time to feed it. After all, feeding it is just like raising a child. It takes time, and he doesn't have that much time.
"Yes." Hong Ying stroked the snow leopard's furry hair, his eyes full of love and tenderness.
"If you like it, give it to you. I don't have time to take care of it. When it grows up, I will sign a pet contract with it. From now on, it can be your pet or your mount." Luo Xing nodded.
"You really gave it to me?" Hongying said in surprise.
"certainly."
"Thank you." Hongying came up and kissed Luo Xing on the cheek, then ran into the room quickly holding the little Snow Leopard in his arms.
It was the first time for him to be so proactive. Luo Xing reached out and touched the spot where he had just lightly touched, and couldn't help but smile.
"Xiaoqi."
"Brother Tieniu, how are you?"
"According to your wishes, I have ordered you to go down. From now on, no matter whether you are staying in a post house or setting up camp, you must arrange for someone to stand guard. In addition to open sentries, there are also hidden sentries, and alarm devices are set up at key locations." Duan Tieniu said solemnly. .
What happened tonight also reminded Luo Xing that even if they were guests, they had to be careful and not take anything lightly.
"Well, you must also pay attention to eating and drinking. No matter what you do, especially when camping in the wild, it is convenient. You are not allowed to leave alone. This is an iron rule. The password is announced randomly every night. Anyone who cannot answer it will not be able to answer it. Deal with the enemy!" Luo Xing added another one.
"clear."
"They have more people than us. If they really take action, I'm afraid we are really no match for them?" Duan Tieniu said worriedly.
"I have a way, just do this later..." Luo Xing waved his hand and whispered instructions in Duan Tieniu's ear.
"Can the general agree?"
"Don't worry, the general will definitely agree. There is no war between Zhou and Xirong at the moment. The general must not leave his post without permission. But Mrs. Qin does not have a military position. She is still a first-class imperial concubine. How can she even go to the capital to reunite with her daughter? Don't you have any power?" Luo Xing said, "It's just that in the past, Mrs. Qin had to stay with the general. This year, why not go to the capital to accompany her daughter? Then the safety of the wife along the way naturally requires protection. The general sent What's wrong with escorting me with my own bodyguards?"
So the team returning to Luojing added a carriage from the Yunyang Marquis Mansion, as well as an elite bodyguard of 300 people. The escort was Qin Chong's adopted son Qin Lang.
He was giving his adopted son a chance to go to Luojing to see him. Otherwise, he would have been stuck in Tianlang Pass, unable to see the weirdness of the court, and his horizons would have become narrowed. How would he take over the Tianlang Army in the future?
When Shang Chen and the fourth prince saw this posture, all the thoughts that had just popped up were extinguished in their minds.
The two groups of people together are not inferior to them at all, and this is still their territory. If they fight, they will not have an advantage at all.
After returning to Lingzhou City and resting for one night, the governor of Lingzhou hosted a banquet in honor of the fourth prince and his entourage, and Luo Xing naturally accompanied them as a welcoming envoy.
Then break camp and set off.
The rest of the trip turned out to be favourable, and we arrived at Anyang Ferry three days later.
When they went there, there were less than three hundred people in total. When they came back, there were nearly a thousand people. The ferry boat across the river couldn't hold so many people at one time, let alone the carriages and large amounts of goods they carried.
Score three batches to go.
As guests, the fourth prince of Xirong was naturally first in line. This was a courtesy and was understandable, followed by Mrs. Qin and her party.
Finally, it was Luo Xing who welcomed the envoy and his party.
However, there is a problem here, that is, when leaving the capital, Luo Xing deliberately did not wait for Shang Chen and took advantage of him.
If he had taken the fourth prince to the other side first, he would probably not wait for him and would definitely go ahead. When the time comes, the guest would arrive first and he, the greeter, would be left behind. This would be embarrassing.
But if Luo Xing abandons his group and crosses the river with the Fourth Prince and his entourage first, the risks involved must be considered.
However, Luo Xing decided to take Shangguan Ning, Luo Guanghui and the fourth prince and his party across the river first. As long as he was there, the fourth prince and his party would not be able to leave him alone.
As for the rear group, it was commanded by Duan Tieniu, while Hongying hid directly in the Chilong Secret Realm. In this way, even if Shang Chen and the fourth prince of Xirong had any ideas, they would not be able to implement them.
This arrangement was so watertight that the fourth prince Xinga was helpless.
…
In the Luojing Wuning Houfu.
Three days ago, Qingyi moved in. She originally planned to get married in the small house where she originally lived, but Wu Ninghou disagreed.
Although Qingyi's parents are long gone, she still has him as her master and adopted father. When her adopted daughter gets married, even if she doesn't plan to make a big deal, she can't be too shabby.
It was necessary for the mother's family to arrange the wedding, so Wu Ninghou Ye Hongyi took Qingyi home and arranged the wedding according to the standards of a married daughter of the Hou family. Qingyi also had a lot of what a noble daughter of the Hou family should have.
Of course, the man represented by Meng Yi should also give a lot of betrothal gifts and gifts. Except that the time was a little rushed, everything else was of high standard.
However, there were not many guests at this wedding. Luo Xing and Qingyi didn't have many relatives, and most of their friends were in Nanya, so it was unnecessary to have a big banquet for guests and friends.
But the wedding is going to happen tomorrow, and the groom hasn't come back yet, and he doesn't know when he will come back. It would be unlucky to miss the right time.
Above the embroidery building.
Qingyi has been unable to leave the house for two days. The daughter who is getting married is not allowed to leave the boudoir before getting married. She eats and drinks in the room.
The Wuning Marquis paid great attention to Qingyi's marriage. Ye Hongyi's wife was too old to handle the matter, so the eldest daughter-in-law took care of it on her behalf.
Although this sister-in-law is not of blood, her status in the Hou family is not low. Ye Hongyi's sons are not very outstanding. He had the idea before to keep Qingyi at home and kiss her, but Qingyi After Yi discovered this sign, she moved out of the Hou Mansion directly.
Now Ye Hongyi's youngest son also got married last year. After getting married, the second son and third son have moved out. The old couple and the eldest son's family live in the Hou Mansion.
Ye Hongyi also has two concubines. They don't live in the Hou Mansion. They all live with Zijing'er's son. The mansion is clean enough.
In fact, the grandson born to Ye Hongyi's eldest daughter is two years older than Luo Xing.
"Sister Qingyi, sister Qingyi..." Qingyi sat in front of the dressing table, looking at the moonlit face in the bronze mirror, a little lost in thought, and suddenly, there was the sound of jingling rings behind her.
"Sister-in-law Yuniang." Qingyi stood up quickly, bent down slightly, and said a blessing.
"Sister, sister-in-law knows that you are worried about whether Mr. Luo can come back before you worship, but you don't have to worry now." Bai Yuniang pursed her lips and smiled, reaching out to take Qingyi's hand, and the two of them walked to the front of the house. He sat down and said with a sweet smile.
"He is back?"
"Not yet, but the news from Nanya's Yingxin has arrived at Anyang Ferry. We can cross the river tomorrow. Crossing the river is not that fast. We can reach the capital in half a day at most, and we will definitely be back tomorrow. "Bai Yuniang said.
When Qingyi heard this, the corners of her mouth suddenly turned up in a small arc, and she couldn't hide her happy little thoughts at all.
"Seeing how happy you are, you should feel relieved now." Bai Yuniang reached out and gently patted Qingyi's shoulder, her eyes full of smiles.
"Sister-in-law Yuniang, please stop laughing at me..." Qingyi was a little shy.
"Sister-in-law is a person who has been here before. I can see that the two of you have been together for a long time. This matter between men and women..." Bai Yuniang naturally has to take responsibility as the sister-in-law. This should have been said by Ye Hongyi's wife. Back then, Mrs. I am older and not in good health, so it is not suitable.
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No. 3, Yongkangfang, Luo Zhaizhong.
Ye Liuli was in a bad mood these days. She secretly tried her best to make Yushitai oppose the marriage plan, but she was used by Emperor Yongxi. The few ministers who had sympathy for her, the daughter of the former prince, were all attacked. Derogatory doom.
There were very few people in the court who were willing to speak for her, and the voices that opposed the marriage suddenly disappeared.
The Great Zhou Dynasty and Xirong reached a preliminary customs clearance and trade agreement. The two sides were to open trading houses in the three customs cities of Tianlang Pass to conduct trade.
The access to the western continent was gradually restored, and the importance of Xirong was self-evident. The Zhou court would never give up this good opportunity at this time.
As a key passage between the east and west continents, Xirong is a trade corridor that was once extremely prosperous.
As soon as the war between the two countries starts, the passage corridor will be interrupted. Of course, small-scale personnel exchanges are not a big problem, but bulk goods are not.
Trade was interrupted and the economy naturally declined.
Xirong has frequently invaded the Zhou Dynasty in recent years because of the deterioration of its own economic situation and its lack of hematopoietic function. When the Western Continent goes to war, Xirong's output will have no market. If they cannot buy enough food and necessities, they have to rob and go. Scramble, or internal consumption.
Seeing that the enemy Xirong was having problems, Dazhou would naturally not intervene. Instead, he would directly cut off the trade and add insult to injury. Who doesn’t want the profits of this trade corridor? Dazhou also wanted to control Xirong, which leads to the Western Continent. The trade corridor, although this road is not easy to follow, the benefits are indeed eye-catching.
Giving up profits from Xirong to the Great Zhou Dynasty was definitely something that the imperial court, which was depleted of financial resources, could not refuse. Once the border trade with Xirong was opened, preliminary calculations showed that it would add tens of millions of taels of silver to the imperial court in the first year. Earnings, more the second year…
Why did Nanchu suddenly expand? It’s because they control the maritime trade route to the Western Continent. Although the risks of the maritime route are also huge, the benefits are also huge. In recent years, Nanchu has relied on maritime trade with the Western Continent. A rival to the Great Zhou Dynasty.
For Ye Liuli, the marriage issue was inevitable.
This was something she could not have expected when she originally proposed the three conditions, that the situation would change so dramatically.
Trade is a good thing, both for the Zhou court and the people. Even if the people will not benefit too much, it will not be worse than now.
For her, this was bad news.
"Who?" Suddenly a cold voice was heard outside, it was Su Manqing's.
Ye Liuli rushed out with his sword in hand and saw Su Manqing standing in the yard with a solemn expression, holding an envelope in his hand and looking warily in one direction.
"Mr. Su." Ye Liuli jumped up, came to Su Manqing's side, and called out.
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