Although the Song family's ship was only a merchant ship, it was used to traffic private salt into Shu via the Yangtze River to make profits.
However, most of the cargo is in the cabins below the deck, while the guest rooms are all located in the cabins above the deck, and the environment is not bad.
When you open the window, you can see the scenery of the Yangtze River outside. Going upstream is also a good trip.
After several people got on the boat, they did not set sail immediately.
Song Shidao arranged the two of them into the guest rooms respectively and told them to take a rest as the ship was loading goods. It will be a while before we can set sail.
Zhao Mingyuan was not in a hurry, so he was naturally not worried and could wait quietly.
On the contrary, the Korean woman looked anxious.
It turns out that this Korean woman is Fu Junma.
She had tried to assassinate Yang Guang before, but unfortunately she failed. When I came to the Central Plains this time, I still wanted to get rid of Yang Guang.
Unexpectedly, he missed his whereabouts and was chased by the masters of the Sui Dynasty, so he wanted to escape by boat.
It was precisely for this reason that when Zhao Mingyuan said that Yu Wenhuaji was coming here, he immediately changed his mind and agreed to get on the ship.
It was because the people who were chasing her were led by Yu Wenhuaji.
Therefore, when I heard that Yu Wenhuaji was coming here, I felt uneasy.
Obviously, Song Shidao also noticed Fu Junma's uneasy mood, and immediately activated his warm-hearted personality, comforting him: "Young lady, you can rest assured, as long as you get on our Song family's boat, you will be safe, and absolutely no one will dare to get on the boat to disturb her. "
Although Fu Junma was doubtful, she suppressed her temper and waited with peace of mind.
It was not until evening that the boat left the dock and headed westward upstream.
Song Shidao set up a banquet in the cabin and invited Zhao Mingyuan and Fu Junma to attend.
The banquet was simple but grand, with two men and two women present.
After Song Shidao's introduction, Zhao Mingyuan completely determined their identities.
I saw one of the men, about forty years old, with white hair and a beautiful silver-white beard, but he didn't show any sign of aging. He was born graceful and majestic, with a noble bearing, and his demeanor was very humble and polite.
He is the famous master "Silver Beard" Song Lu among the Song Clan. He is famous in the south of the Yangtze River for his self-created "Silver Dragon Abduction Technique". He is the clan uncle of Song Shidao and one of the core figures of the Song Clan.
The woman next to Song Lu was named Liu Jing, and she was the concubine of Song Lu Xina. She was about twenty-five or six, with a charming appearance and a hot figure. She was intimate with Song Lu, and her expression and body were extremely seductive, giving people a not-so-decent feeling.
Compared with Song Lu and Liu Jing, the status and demeanor of the other two are different.
The other man is about forty years old, with a slender figure, skin as white as snow, a pair of wise eyes on his thin and narrow face, and is dressed in the attire of a scribe and has a graceful demeanor.
If you add a feather fan, it will look like the reincarnation of Zhuge Wuhou.
He sat calmly at the top, obviously having the most status.
In fact, this is exactly the case. He is the second-ranking figure in the Song clan. Song Que's younger brother, "Earth Sword" Song Zhi, is one of the world's best swordsmen, and is also famous for his wisdom.
As for the last woman, at first glance, she doesn't seem to be very beautiful, just because her outline gives off a masculine look.
But her snow-white skin shows healthy pink skin, she has a noble and elegant temperament, her legs are long and her waist is thin, her eyes are bright and her teeth are white. All these combined, she is not inferior to Fu Junma who is also present. She has a very unique temperament. .
And she was Song Yuzhi, Song Que's most favored young daughter.
Zhao Mingyuan was very surprised to see this beauty here who could make Kou Zhong abandon his country.
Of course, after everyone from the Song family was introduced, Zhao Mingyuan and Fu Junma also said their names.
Fu Junma said her real name for the first time, and only then did Zhao Mingyuan confirm that he had not guessed wrong.
After Song Shidao heard Fu Junma's name, he was full of praise and explained the beauty of Fu Junma's name with reference to classics.
Many of them were things that Fu Junma had never heard of before. She was stunned for a moment when she realized that my name actually contained so many connotations.
Unlike Song Shidao, "Earth Sword" Song Zhi had been staring at Zhao Mingyuan with a stern gaze. After Zhao Mingyuan reported his name, he showed such an expression.
Obviously, Song Zhi already knew Zhao Mingyuan’s identity.
Zhao Mingyuan could only sigh in his heart. As expected of the Song clan, he was indeed well-informed.
In fact, the reason why they waited so long to sail was not loading and unloading cargo, but waiting for Song Zhi and Song Yuzhi.
Although Song Que was the leader of the Song Clan, he was extremely talented and used soldiers like a god, but most of the time he was just a spiritual symbol and rarely managed mundane affairs. He spent most of his time concentrating on the art of swordsmanship in the Knife Sharpening Hall.
As the second-in-command of the Song Dynasty, Song Zhi is famous for his resourcefulness and is the real person in charge of the daily affairs of the Song Dynasty.
Therefore, Song Zhi is naturally well-informed, and he already knows everything about Zhao Mingyuan's performance at Wang Tong's birthday banquet yesterday.
And it happened that he received the latest news that Song Shidao invited a young man on board. Judging from the description of the character's appearance, it seems that he is very similar to Zhao Mingyuan.
Song Zhi immediately realized that this was probably Zhao Mingyuan himself, so he hurried over with Song Yuzhi.
The dishes served at the banquet were indeed good. Although they were on the road, most of the ingredients were fresh fish from the Yangtze River. They were simply processed, but they were delicious and tempting.
However, no one at the table was interested in this dish. Obviously, everyone in the Song Dynasty was more interested in Zhao Mingyuan.
Song Lu first broke the silence and asked: "Why is Mr. Zhao not taking charge of the overall situation in Wagang Village now, but instead going north along the Yangtze River?
I heard from the teacher that Mr. Zhao is going to Baling.
Does it have anything to do with the Baling Gang? "
Everyone in the Song clan speculates that Zhao Mingyuan may want to form an alliance with the Baling Gang during this trip to expand his strength and influence.
Although the business done by the Baling Gang is relatively unscrupulous. However, as the saying goes, all profitable business is written in the criminal code.
The Baling Gang trafficked people, opened casinos and brothels, and naturally made money every day. Almost no sect is richer than them.
The most powerful gangs in the world are the so-called "Eight Gangs and Ten Hui".
The reason why the Baling Gang ranks first in the "Eight Gangs and Ten Hui" is because it has enough money to expand its strength, and it has recruited many good players and is extremely powerful.
In troubled times, strength naturally comes first, and many benevolence, justice and morality are forgotten.
Therefore, the Baling Gang is also a good candidate for alliance.
However, it seems that judging from previous intelligence, Zhao Mingyuan seemed to have killed Xianggui and his son from the Baling Gang in Pengcheng not long ago.
Xianggui is the core figure of the Baling Gang, but Zhao Mingyuan's move offended the Baling Gang.
Could it be that Zhao Mingyuan is going to plead guilty now, or he is going to turn the hostility into friendship without a fight.
In short, Zhao Mingyuan went to the Baling Gang alone this time. Song Zhi thought that his trip was indeed a bit reckless and might be quite dangerous.
Regarding the Song family's test, Zhao Mingyuan did not hide anything and said bluntly: "My trip is indeed related to the Baling Gang. If things go well, there will be no Baling Gang in the future."
Song Lu was shocked and said: "You, you are going to make trouble for the Baling Gang!"
Song Zhi also said: "I heard that not long ago, Mr. Zhao killed Xianggui and his son from the Baling Gang in Pengcheng. Could it be that Mr. Zhao has a grudge against the Baling Gang?"
In fact, the Baling Gang has made serious enemies with many people because of human trafficking.
Therefore, Song Zhi thought that Zhao Mingyuan had also developed a deadly feud because some of his relatives had been trafficked by the Baling Gang, so he decided to deal with the Baling Gang until death.
Song Yuzhi even said: "How can you deal with the Baling Gang by yourself? It's better to think long term."
After all, almost everyone knew about the Baling Gang's trafficking of women and children, and Song Yuzhi's temperament naturally turned his back on it.
Zhao Mingyuan said: "Thank you very much, Miss Yuzhi, for your concern.
However, the Baling Gang is just a clown.
Although it was a bit troublesome, it didn't hurt me at all.
I have no personal enmity with the Baling Gang. As for why I want to deal with the Baling Gang, it's because I can't stand what the Baling Gang has done.
That's all. "
Zhao Mingyuan's words were indeed arrogant, making everyone stunned.
Just because you can't stand it, you have to destroy the Baling Gang.
Who do you think you are? This is too arrogant.
What's even more frightening is that Zhao Mingyuan not only said this, but also did it.
Not only did he kill Xianggui and his son, he also went directly to the headquarters of the Baling Gang to destroy the Baling Gang.
What kind of person is this!
Is there really such a person?
Song Yuzhi couldn't help but ask: "Is it really just because you can't see it?"
Zhao Mingyuan said: "That's right. The Baling Gang dared to openly traffic in human beings. How many families have been separated by this? Since I have this ability, naturally I can't ignore it."
Everyone looked at Zhao Mingyuan's firm eyes, confirming that he was not just talking, but that he really wanted to destroy the Baling Gang, and couldn't help but look at each other.
After a while, Song Lucai persuaded: "Everyone knows that the Baling Gang has done many evil things, but it has still been able to stand for many years without falling. There is naturally a reason.
Not only because of Yang Guang's support, but also because of his powerful strength.
I heard that Mr. Zhao has reached the level of a master at a young age, but he is a young hero and a genius.
However, Xiao Xian from the Baling Gang should not be underestimated.
Moreover, with its strong financial resources, the Baling Gang has recruited many evil sect masters. I even heard that Xiao Mian seems to be related to the Demon Sect, and there may be masters of the Demon Sect hidden in the Baling Gang.
Therefore, the strength of the Baling Gang is definitely not simple.
Mr. Zhao should think twice! "
Zhao Mingyuan said thank you for reminding him, but when everyone saw his expression, they knew that Zhao Mingyuan didn't take this into his heart at all.
Obviously, Zhao Mingyuan still insisted on going his own way and was preparing to go alone to deal with the Baling Gang.
The cunning Song Zhi saw Zhao Mingyuan's appearance and already understood that Zhao Mingyuan was extremely confident in himself.
Obviously, Zhao Mingyuan's strength is probably stronger than the information they obtained.
Therefore, Song Zhi suddenly said with great righteousness: "Okay! Mr. Zhao is so righteous, and I, the Song Clan, cannot lag behind others. I am willing to advance and retreat together with Mr. Zhao, and mobilize people to destroy this evil Baling Gang together."
(End of chapter)
