The guard didn't ask any more questions. Judging from the documents, this man was the real King of Nanzhao.
As for why the Nanzhao King was so virtuous, the guard didn't want to ask any more questions.
The guard looked at the convoy behind the team, and asked people to come forward to check. The goods in each cart were tea, walnuts, cloth, plums, and wine.
The King of Nanzhao smiled and said: "General, these are tributes to Tian Khan. They are all specialties of Nanzhao and are not available in Guanzhong."
The guard also did his duty diligently. After confirming it, he felt that King Nanzhao was very poor, so he took these things as tribute to Tian Khan. The envoys from other countries gave him rare treasures.
The officers and soldiers present felt disgusted with this group of Nanzhao envoys. Even though King Nanzhao's own belt was made of gold, he still sent something so inconspicuous.
It was very cold in Guanzhong at the beginning of winter, and the northwest wind made my clothes rustle.
After confirming that there were no weapons, the guard let him go.
After eating, why bother leading people into Hangu Pass.
This summer, the newly appointed King of Nanzhao said that he would come to the Tang Dynasty to congratulate him.
Winter has just entered Guanzhong, and the King of Nanzhao came as promised.
This Nanzhao king was very generous. When he arrived at a wine shop, he invited many knights and merchants to drink, as if he wanted to spend all his wealth.
Li Dewu, who had just been appointed as the chief historian of Jiannan Road, learned that King Nanzhao was coming and followed him all the way.
Why bother looked at this long history and said curiously: "You are a local long history, and you followed a certain family all the way to Hangu Pass, why don't you go back?"
Li Dewu took a sip of his drink and said, "I'll have wine and meat with you, why not follow you."
"Who sent you to follow me?"
"King Nanzhao was joking. The official is on his way to Chang'an City to report on his duties."
Why bother snorting, this man has been following him since Jiannan Road, and it is difficult to write a letter to Lishan now.
Having said that, why bother taking another sip of wine, "Are you sent by Fang Xuanling?"
The other party didn't speak.
Why bother to say again: "He was sent by Changsun Wuji?"
Li Dewu shook his head again.
Seeing that this guy still didn't want to say anything, why bother sighing: "How is Guanzhong going lately?"
Li Dewu replied: "Xiaguan left Chang'an City in the autumn, but at that time I heard that Fan Yang was causing a lot of trouble, and later I learned that His Majesty was sending troops to the Hexi Corridor."
Why should he be puzzled and say: "That's all?"
Li Dewu said again: "What about you? Who are you, and why have you become the current King of Nanzhao?"
Why smile loudly and not answer immediately.
The store owner came quickly and said, "The guest rooms are ready."
"Um."
Why stand up and take your own people to rest.
Li Dewu wrote a letter. Now it seems that this Nanzhao king is nothing special.
So many things happened in Nanzhao in two years, from the time when bandits caused trouble to the time when the old Nanzhao king ascended to the throne.
The other party is a Guanzhong person, an authentic Guanzhong person, and he speaks like a knight-errant.
After writing all this down, he was sent to the residence of Duke Zhao in Chang'an City. After Li Dewu finished doing this, he fell asleep.
The next morning, it was only three days' journey from Hanguguan to Chang'an.
After entering Guanzhong, He Fei felt that his breathing was much smoother and his whole body felt relaxed.
In addition to being a companion along the way, Li Dewu can also serve as a guide.
"Nowadays, Guanzhong has changed a lot. In front of us is Lishan Mountain. Recently, Lishan Mountain has become more and more powerful."
"So that's Lishan Mountain." He Bi couldn't help but nodded, looked at the long convoy behind him, and said: "Why don't we camp by the Weishui River in Lishan Mountain and go to Chang'an City tomorrow."
Hearing this, Li Dewu, who was riding on horseback, frowned and said: "King Nanzhao, we will reach Chang'an City in two hours' walk. It is better to go to the city to rest."
Why bother waved his hand and said: "Stay here, it's going to be night, we won't go at night with such valuable goods."
Li Dewu looked at the motorcade behind him again and sighed in frustration, "I hope that King Nanzhao can enter Chang'an City as soon as possible."
"The goods are too valuable, what should I do if they are robbed?"
"The governance in Guanzhong is not like your Nanzhao, there will be no robbers."
Li Dewu wanted to explain, but found that King Nanzhao had already got off the carriage and arranged for his men to be stationed here.
It is only three miles away from Lishan. When you see the soldiers and horses outside Lishan Village, why should you frown and ask: "This is the Zhechong Mansion of the Tang Dynasty?"
Li Dewu shook his head and said: "But it's not Zhechong Mansion, it's just to guard Lishan Mountain."
"So that's it." He Bi smiled cheerfully.
"King Nanzhao should not get close to Lishan Mountain. Now it is an important place in the court, and no one can get close to it."
As soon as he finished speaking, why point to the distance and say: "Are those two idlers waiting too?"
"That's..." Li Dewu saw it was General Li Jing and was about to explain, but saw King Nanzhao running up.
In his heart, he cursed the unruly Nanzhao King, and Li Dewu had no choice but to bite the bullet and follow him.
When he got closer, Li Dewu hurriedly explained: "General, this is the King of Nanzhao. His subordinate neglected his duty and offended Lishan."
"It doesn't matter."
Li Jing smiled and waved his hands, his eyes already falling on King Nanzhao.
Zhang Yang's eyes also fell on He Bi. He looked even sloppier after not seeing him for many years. Where did he get such an exaggerated attire of gold?
Why bother with a relieved smile? The two of them had a tacit understanding without saying anything.
Zhang Yang clasped his hands and looked at the night sky, whispering: "Is it going to snow today?"
Li Dewu saluted again, "I have met the Marquis of Lishan County."
Zhang Yang also saluted and said: "Dare you ask me in person..."
"The official history of Jiannan Road, Li Dewu."
"Oh, I've never heard of you."
Zhang Yang responded with plain words.
Li Dewu always lowered his head. He also felt that there was a big gap between himself and the legendary county prince. He had no temper at all when the other party said this.
"So you are the Marquis of Lishan County!" He Bi finally spoke.
"So you are King Nanzhao." Zhang Yang cupped his hands and said, "I have admired you for a long time, I have admired you for a long time."
He Bi had a smile on his face, and his smile was a little more meaningful and he said: "So the county prince has also heard of a certain family?"
"How could you not hear about it? You are causing trouble in Nanzhao. Those people in Chang'an City are worried, so they can always hear some news."
Why bother smiled cheerfully again, "A certain family is in a good mood now, how about sitting down and having a drink? Nanzhao's plum wine is very delicious."
Zhang Yang waved his hand and said, "No need."
Why bother said again: "When I go to Chang'an City, I have to offer it to Tian Khan. I'm afraid I won't be able to drink it later."
After listening to what he said, Zhang Yang turned to look at Li Jing, "General, would you like something to drink?"
Li Jing's mood has improved a lot recently, and he nodded cheerfully, "It doesn't matter."
A few people sat down. In terms of rank, one in front of them was General Li Jing who shocked the Central Plains, one was a county prince who was famous throughout the Central Plains, and there was the King of Nanzhao.
It was reasonable for Li Dewu to find himself becoming a waiter pouring wine.
The wine was poured into the bowl. Why bother drinking? He was still as generous as ever. He took a deep breath after pouring the wine and asked, "How does the wine taste?"
After Li Jing drank it, he said: "The flavor is pretty good."
Zhang Yang took a sip and smacked his tongue, "General, I'm used to drinking wine from Lishan, but when I drink this plum wine, it's very unpleasant."
"You're right. The wine's plum flavor is too strong, which is not good."
Zhang Yang put down the wine bowl and said, "Why don't you, King Nanzhao invites me to drink? Why don't you also try our Lishan wine?"
Why nod heavily, "Okay, okay."
After saying that, Zhang Yang looked at the person holding the wine bottle and said, "You are..."
"Oh!" Li Dewu hurriedly bowed again and said with a smile: "The lower official is Shi Li Dewu, the chief of Jiannan Taoism."
"Well, you go to the wine shop over there and get two jars of strong liquor."
Following Zhang Yang's direction, Li Dewu hurried towards the wine shop.
There was a low wine table, and three wine bowls were placed on the table. Why bother taking another sip, "Recently, I have been hearing about the great victories of the Tang Dynasty. I also heard that Tubo and Tianzhu were fighting?"
Li Jing had been suspicious for a long time and asked, "Are you from Guanzhong?"
Why didn't he want to change his accent? It was too tiring to pretend, so he replied: "I used to be from Guanzhong, but later I went to Nanzhao."
Li Jing asked again: "How did you capture Nanzhao?"
Smiling heartily again, why bother to explain: "It's simple to say, it's nothing more than promising them benefits. Let them become generals or officials, or give them gold and silver, and they will work hard for a certain family."
"That's it?"
Seeing Li Jing, he was still surprised. Why bother to explain: "Actually, Nanzhao is not like the Central Plains. Nanzhao is not strong. Nanzhao's concept of king and father is not as deeply rooted in the hearts of the people as in the Central Plains."
Li Jing said again: "Looking at your reckless behavior, you actually know so much?"
He Bi waved his hand and said, "I used to know a man who was very smart. He taught me everything."
Zhang Yang coughed twice more, and then explained: "I caught a cold earlier and have been recuperating."
Why bother said again: "General Li Jing! I have heard about his reputation for a long time, and a certain family also wants to bring out 30,000 troops from Nanzhao to confront the general on the battlefield and have a good fight."
Hearing Zhang Yang cough violently again, he calmed down his breathing after a long time. He looked at the carriages in the distance and asked: "Are all the carriages filled with wine? They are all tribute to the Khan of Heaven. ?”
"Those are some local specialties from Nanzhao. I think the two of you are kind-hearted, so why not take some away? Your Majesty won't be able to use them too much."
Li Jing waved his hand and said: "Since it is for the Khan of Heaven, just drink some wine. Don't dare to take these as tribute."
He Bi waved his hand and said: "Nanzhao is very poor. There is nothing valuable. They are all specialties. If you take them, you are afraid that the Khan of Heaven will dislike them."
Zhang Yang struggled and said, "Why don't you go and take a look?"
"That's fine."
Li Jing finally stood up.
When Li Dewu hurried over with the wine jar, the three of them were no longer at the wine table. After scanning around, they found that Zhang Yang and the general were looking at the Nanzhao people's carriage.
Why bother took out some tea leaves in the carriage and said, "I heard that people in Guanzhong like tea now, so I brought some here."
After that, he got into the carriage again, took out a few cloth bags, and said: "This is cloth, this is spices, this is dye..."
Zhang Yang whispered: "General, this King of Nanzhao is so enthusiastic."
Li Jing smiled awkwardly and nodded.
He Bi finally got out of the carriage and said, "These are all worthless goods in Nanzhao. The spices are worth a little money."
Zhang Yang nodded and said: "These are all tributes, how can we take them?"
Seeing He Bi's look of confusion, Zhang Yang looked at the carriage and said curiously: "Huh? Your carriage is pretty good."
Li Dewu also breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that the general and the county princes would not take tribute.
"That Jiannan Road..."
"Shi Li Dewu, the Taoist priest of Xiaguan Jiannan." He introduced himself again.
"By the way, we Lishan won't take these tribute goods. Can these carriages be sold to Lishan?"
Li Dewu nodded and said: "The carriage is okay."
Zhang Yang nodded happily and said: "We in Lishan are short of a few carriages to transport goods."
Why did he jump down from the carriage and said: "A certain family has always admired people like the County Marquis, so we should make him a brother and send him to Lishan."
"good."
Zhang Yang finally nodded, then walked around a carriage, patted it a few times, kicked the wheel hub below, and said: "I want all six carriages."
Why bother calling your own men to pull out the carriage Zhang Yang picked, and then take out the goods in the carriage and put them into other carriages.
Li Dewu confirmed that all the goods in the carriage were taken out, and then he felt relieved and let Zhang Yang take him to Lishan.
"King Nanzhao, I will take my leave now."
"A certain family won't send it away."
Li Jing greeted a few soldiers and helped pull the carriage back.
On the side of the official road, why bother watching his back and said with a smile: "This Marquis of Lishan County is really interesting."
Li Dewu whispered: "King Nanzhao, please rest early and go to Chang'an at dawn."
There was fine snow falling in the night sky. When I looked up, I saw that the snow was not heavy.
Why walk into the carriage and fall asleep? Everything on your mind is settled and you can let it go.
He made a hearty trip to Nanzhao, conquered the city and gained the authority to be a general, and he also served as the king of Nanzhao for a few days.
What regrets do you have at this point in your life?
This was also the most solid sleep he had ever had.
Zhang Yang asked people to pull carriages into Lishan Mountain. These carriages lined up in a long row along the village path.
Li Yue asked curiously: "Why does my husband need so many carriages?"
Zhang Yang picked up a stone and rubbed it hard on the bottom of the carriage. Some of the paint peeled off. He took a torch and shined a light underneath.
Li Yue was so shocked that she covered her mouth. She looked at the touch of gold between the patent leather, and then took a closer look.
With voices that could only be heard by each other, he whispered: "Is the chassis of this carriage made of gold?"
Zhang Yang nodded and said: "In this way, Nanzhao's money can be handed over to me under the eyes of so many people."
The chassis of this carriage is very thick, and some areas with poor workmanship are directly cushioned with a whole piece of gold plate.
Taking advantage of the darkness, Zhang Yang pushed all these carriages into Lishan's warehouse alone.
Several torches were lit in the warehouse, and six carriages were parked neatly in front of a pile of money.
The couple jointly planned to dismantle the carriage tonight and asked Aunt Yang to watch outside the warehouse.
"My husband also taught Brother He these methods?"
"I've told him this kind of thing before, but I didn't expect him to actually do it." (End of Chapter)
