After docking, Zhang Han ordered his soldiers to set up tents under the mountains and forests, and parked all the remaining boats on the river bank. However, it was still wild and the only food they could eat was the coarse grains they carried with them and the delicacies stored in the boats. Fine wine, but I’m not in the mood for it right now.
He found a boulder on the gravelly shore and sat on it, wrapping a cloth band around the wound on his arm by the campfire.
Zhang Han had two wounds pierced by arrows on his chest and two wounds on his abdomen.
Chen Qun was sitting nearby, shocked.
The main reason is Zhang Han's exaggerated physique, with tough skin and strong bones. He sits on the boulder with a golden sword and looks quite majestic. Anyway, it is difficult for him to connect Zhang Han with the Confucian adviser. You He is believed to be a warrior from the border.
The muscles on his body were sharp and angular, and his eyes were as indifferent as an animal. Thinking again of the ruthlessness with which he stabbed his feet with a spear and killed someone just now.
In fact, it was not just about poking the feet. Zhang Han killed more than 50 people in this battle. Most of the most fatal injuries were on the heart, the blood vessels of the neck, and the tops of the feet. He would kill with one blow without delay, just like the most venomous snake. , or they stay still, and when they move, they are like lightning and thunder, killing people in an instant.
During the whole process, Chen Qun remained silent and even buried his head further into the fire, using the light from the flame to cover up the blush on his face.
And because of the heat of the fire, my face is now burning.
There is no other reason, just because he was so bold and said that he would protect Zhang Han from the siege, so as to use the experience of life and death to eliminate the unhappiness between the two people due to the previous strategy, but when they fought, because there were too many people on the other side. , and they all came to Zhang Han, so they couldn't get involved at all.
Standing in the back like a henchman, I watched Zhang Han kill all the enemies. From the beginning, these bandits were arrogant and domineering, and they were trembling with fear. Then some committed suicide, some fought desperately and were killed, and some were still alive. He has the ambition to survive, but refuses to tell the truth, and is being tortured and beaten by the guards.
It was so fierce that Chen Qun kept smiling towards the bonfire and did not dare to look up at Zhang Han.
This faint smile is a protective color to keep the panic, surprise and fear in my heart at this moment.
After all, when he was extremely angry before, he also thought about using private soldiers to assassinate Zhang Han. If the situation was set up properly, he and Dian Wei could be separated.
At that time, within half a day, the information obtained was that Dian Wei was the warrior who defeated Lu Bu at that time. His bravery was not inferior to that of Lu Bu. He could kill this warrior as long as he got rid of his guard.
But now, he understands.
When you try every means, go through a lot of hardships, and exhaust yourself to break through Dian Wei, you find that the target is actually the other Dian Wei? !
Isn’t this so sinister!
He thought of Zhang Han's words just now, "I don't know martial arts, I'm just born with supernatural power." He was simply misleading others, hiding himself under heavy protection, and using the elegant appearance of a counselor to hide himself. It was sinister!
What a vicious thought!
However, Chen Qun thought about it again and felt that Zhang Han's move was not without effect... He hid his ability without showing it, but it was just enough to make people look down upon, thus getting some unexpected joy.
For example, for this interception and killing on the river, if everyone knew that Zhang Han was brave, they would definitely gather more people, even thousands of people, to intercept and kill him. At the same time, they would prepare a large number of bows and arrows. Kill it.
And wonderful.
However, no matter what his thoughts are, Zhang Han can be capable without showing off, hiding it in his heart, just like a sharp sword hidden in its scabbard, which is also a rare quality.
Don't most people in this world have talents, but they always brag even more to gain enough status and power to make achievements.
"well."
Chen Qun couldn't help but sigh, remembering that he couldn't be so indifferent to fame and fortune, and he still needed to continue practicing.
No wonder Wen Ruo admired and praised Zhang Bochang so much. It was not a matter of verbal bragging, but that there was something admirable about this man.
At this time, a guard found some herbs, applied them to Zhang Han, and tied them with a bandage. After a simple treatment, the surrounding area fell silent. There was only the "crackling" sound of flames burning branches and leaves, and the screams of the thieves and bandits. The voice also slowly calmed down.
Dian Wei came back from a distance, cupped his fists and said, "Sir, you are all hard-core, and you have been vented to death."
"Okay," Zhang Han already knew that he would get nothing out of the question, so he nodded and stopped talking, falling into silent thinking.
He was originally used to let his subordinates vent their anger. He was attacked in the battle. There were not many casualties among his brothers, but it was also a frightening night. The anger in his heart needed to be vented. What's more, these were brave soldiers fighting on the battlefield and always had a hot temper. .
No matter how they kill people, as long as they finish venting and calm down slowly.
"Chang Wen thinks, who is plotting behind this and vowing to kill me?"
"Why does Bo Chang think he must be here to kill you?" Chen Qun raised his head and asked.
"First, they called the man in silver armor Zhang Han, so kill Zhang Han."
"Second, most people, except those who are entangled by Dian Wei and Zi Xiu, basically come for me, including those archers who shoot hidden arrows."
"Thirdly, they don't have any military temperament. I can see that they are all private soldiers raised by their families."
Chen Qun nodded secretly after hearing this, but pretended to smile at Zhang Han relaxedly, "Bo Chang said this as if you were from the army."
Zhang Han looked at him seriously and said calmly: "I am from the army, and I served as Du Bo. However, all my subordinates died in the first battle. I don't want to be transferred to his camp again, so I offer my advice and meritorious services. First Only after offering wine and accepting him as a guest, and getting his recommendation, can he become the master of the book."
"If I don't accept the wine sacrifice as a guest, maybe I have resigned from military affairs and gone to seek refuge elsewhere to find a peaceful and quiet land and farm."
Chen Qun stared at Zhang Han in surprise, unable to respond for a long time, but his suspicions about him in his heart were closed.
No wonder, you are clearly a fierce general who charges into battle! ! ! You go to lead the troops in battle, why do you come to the account to be the chief adviser? Who dares to argue with you when you come to discuss matters? !
Chen Qun complained in his heart, feeling that Zhang Han was a bit unreasonable when he came to entangle them. Who would dare to discuss tit-for-tat with you in the future? If you can't argue, just take action directly, right?
When discussing matters in the hall, there are many cases where tempers are aroused due to words and violent fights are caused, and there are many people there.
He glanced at Zhang Han secretly, and couldn't help but cursed "not a son of man" in his heart.
After thinking for a moment, Chen Qun raised his head and said, "Bo Chang, I don't think you can know who is behind this plot."
"There are many possibilities for the person behind this..."
Before Chen Qun finished speaking, Zhang Han suddenly waved to him in the distance, and a Su Wei who was about the same age as him came slowly with his left hand on the hilt of his sword.
At this time, Chen Qun turned around and saw a rather handsome Confucian scholar holding a helmet in his right hand. There were traces of water on his face. He had thick eyebrows and big eyes. There was a tiger or wolf in his eyebrows. He looked very handsome like Duke Cao.
"This is Zixiu, the eldest son of the Cao family."
Zhang Han introduced.
"ah?!"
Chen Qun immediately stood up and looked around with a shocked face. He only knew that Zhang Han had just called the name "Zixiu", but he didn't know that it was Cao Cao's eldest son. When Chen Liude saw Cao Cao in a hurry, It was not as if he had no chance of acquaintance.
But what does this mean? In ancient times, there was indeed a precedent of sending children to military camps to cultivate their minds and abilities, making them strong-willed and outstanding in ability. But what does it mean to send children to Zhang Han as a guard?
Use your eldest son to protect Zhang Han, an outsider! ?
No, Zhang Han, Dian Wei... this damn girl... secretly it's actually these two who are here to protect the eldest son! ?
Oh, I understand... As expected of you, Mr. Cao.
However, in this situation, the eldest son just did not escape the panic. Instead, he killed bravely. He had the demeanor of these two people. He was not an ordinary person. I am afraid he will also be a famous general in military warfare in the future.
Thinking of this, Chen Qun bowed and welcomed Cao Ang. At the same time, he re-evaluated Zhang Han's identity in his heart.
He not only has some achievements in farming, but also has bravery. He is a rare talent with both civil and military skills.
"Bo Chang, who would cut the river to kill you?" Cao Ang and Chen Qun smiled, immediately walked to Zhang Han and sat down, and then asked calmly.
The two of them are of the same height, Cao Ang is more subdued, and his eyebrows are as strong and deep as Cao Cao's, but in terms of sharpness and momentum, he is not as sharp as Zhang Han, like a spear that breaks formations and plunders enemies.
After sitting down, Cao Ang frowned slightly and recalled: "Our boat was blocked halfway. It must have been blocked by ropes and boulders under the water. We sent someone to investigate when we left. There is indeed something blocking the road across the river, I don’t know what it is.”
"But you can see that this is a premeditation. They don't know my identity, so they are definitely not targeting me, but you."
"And these people are all dead soldiers. Who can feed the dead soldiers? And after Cao Jun enters Yingchuan, who will he have trouble with?"
It goes without saying that Cao Ang believed that it was a local aristocratic family who had received the news early, or that the Chen family was a double-dealer. On the one hand, they welcomed Cao's army with food and drink, and on the other hand, they secretly joined forces with many families to intercept and kill the advance soldiers. horse.
What could be the purpose of this move? Of course, it was to tell Cao Cao secretly that as the saying goes, "Although a king is strong, he still needs soldiers." If you want Yingchuan, you have to be on good terms with the major families in order to be loved, instead of just scheming and coercing and scheming against each other.
Because of this, Cao Ang did not finish his words in front of Chen Qun. He estimated that Chen Qun might not know.
It's like, in my own family, many things are discussed by my parents and clan members, and I have no right to choose at all. Even he may not know about it, and there is no need to ask him for guilt or anger.
However, Chen Qun was a smart man. After Cao Ang said this, he stopped talking. Naturally, he understood what he meant immediately, so Chen Qun also fell into silence and kept silent.
Zhang Han laughed heartily and said: "This is not necessarily true. If Zixiu thinks so, it may be the spies left here by other princes, gathering their forces and taking action, so as to frame the fault on the family?"
"Well, it's possible." Cao Ang glanced at Chen Qun, sat next to Huo, and then sighed.
The scene fell silent again.
These killers were dead warriors. They came by boat and did not wear armor. They were all in ordinary cloth. The swords and bows they used were also of common craftsmanship. Without sophisticated carving, they could not tell the difference.
Therefore, the clues are broken and the evidence is gone.
Chen Qun chuckled and said softly: "If this were a prosperous time, we would have to find some clues to catch the person."
"But these are troubled times. No matter whose family did it, no matter the princes, the noble family, or the people in Chang'an secretly instructed it, just blame it all on the bandits and bandits. There is no one who upholds justice."
The code of law has collapsed, and the rituals and music are of no use. If you suffer, you will suffer. Either go and kill them, or just hold your nose and recognize them. That's the only way.
"Bo Chang, I think it is difficult to find the person behind it... I don't know who I want to take revenge on. If so, if you still think it is me, Mrs. Chen, I will go back tomorrow and find someone to investigate secretly at home. Find a place to vent..." He didn't know Zhang Han's character, but anyone who was intercepted would be extremely angry. Just as his soldiers needed to vent, Zhang Han probably needed it too.
However, at this moment, Zhang Han still smiled heartily, waved his hand and said, "It doesn't matter."
Chen Qun and Cao Ang both looked at him in astonishment, a little surprised by his reaction.
Could it be that Bo Chang really had a kind heart? Are you still willing to put things to rest?
"Then, how about I pay compensation to make peace for the brother who was injured tonight?" Chen Qun felt a little bit sorry. He was really kind in his heart and he insisted on rules and principles in his heart. There was no one to take this responsibility, and his family was being punished. If you doubt it, then you might as well just come out and provide compensation, but if you have to blame yourself for tonight's interception, you must argue with reason.
Thinking of this, Chen Qun felt sad again.
The family must have done this kind of thing before, otherwise how could they be able to stand in this prosperous place of cultural heritage for a century just by relying on their brilliance and knowledge?
Zhang Han laughed loudly, "You don't need to pay for the pension. As a general, I will be responsible for whoever is responsible. Since they have intercepted and killed me, how can I let you be responsible alone? Let your whole family be responsible?"
"When I broke out of the siege, I thought about how to find the person behind it, but now I think about it, why should I find him? The forces in Yingchuan are complex, there is no need to find him!"
"Everyone, rest for half a day and wait for the soldiers and horses to come together. During this trip, there will be soldiers and horses scouting Wenyuan at every other stop on the waterway along the coast. Now we find that our ship has not arrived. As we come and go, it is estimated that we will arrive in one day. catch!"
"Now, let's rest first!"
Is it really all gone?
Chen Qun secretly sighed. He was as outstanding in civil and military affairs as Zhang Han, and his status was as high as that of Cao Ang. However, after suffering such a secret loss, he still had to swallow the bitter pill...
A night of silence.
The next day, near noon, Zhang Liao led his army to search for it. They followed the mountain path and found this river bank. War horses were not allowed to pass, but Zhang Liao still led a tall red horse that walked on the plains in the mountains.
Zhang Han came out and took a look from a distance, and knew that he was holding the red rabbit.
He was tall, with fluttering mane and dark eyes. He was pulling Zhang Liao manically all the way. If he hadn't been familiar with the smell on his body, he would have run away. But when Chitu saw Zhang Han, he was unexpectedly quiet. down.
"Sir, Wen Yuan is late, please forgive me."
"Young Master, please forgive me!"
"Dianwei, are you injured?"
"Eh?" Dian Wei raised his eyebrows, "Why don't you ask Dian to forgive me?!"
I, Dian Wei, don’t want to lose face? !
Zhang Liao glanced at him helplessly and was too lazy to answer. If he could still say this, he probably had nothing to do.
Zhang Han took the red rabbit and said, "Why did you bring it here?"
"Since last night, I have been restless and restless. No one of the soldiers can hold me back." Zhang Liao patted Red Rabbit on the back and said with emotion: "When I followed Marquis Wen, there was a period when I had such a love for my master. Baoju is a psychic. Since he has feelings, I guess he is worried about Mr. So he leads me here."
"Anyway, Red Rabbit's hiking in the mountains is not a problem."
Well, Chitu is an off-road vehicle, Zhang Hanxin said, and it is slightly different from a road sports car like Jueying.
"Sir, who will intercept and kill him?" Zhang Liao glanced at Chen Qun indifferently, with murderous intent in his eyes.
Zhang Han got on his horse and said loudly: "Wen Yuan, remember, those who intercepted us last night were water thieves on the river. Yingchuan water thieves and mountain bandits were rampant. They intercepted and killed General Dejian, Feitinghou's eldest son Cao Ang, and others along the river. Son-in-law Zhang Bochang, and Chen Qun from Yuzhou!"
"Dian Wei carried hundreds of people and killed them all! At the same time, our Cao army is the army of the Emperor of the Han Dynasty. It is our duty to stabilize and protect the land. We will not tolerate these bandits entrenching themselves and causing chaos. We vow to clear out the bandits nearby! Say this! Announce and spread it all along the river!"
"I'm sorry to ask you, many families, to contribute money to exterminate the thieves! Let's restore peace to the place!"
Zhang Liao cupped his fists and said, "Okay, listen to what you have to say, sir!"
…
Cao Cao's army of 5,000 men was intercepted and killed by water bandits and mountain bandits along the way. Su Wei, a general of Dian Wei, fought against 500 water bandits alone, shocking the counties!
When the army passed by, everyone who heard about it rushed to tell their families, and then donated most of their family's money and food, just to help the army fight against the bandits!
Starting from the first family, every family has offered it, and they have rushed to offer it loudly, trying to spread the word!
Anyone who refuses to surrender will join the bandits, and five thousand soldiers and horses will immediately break down the door and slaughter him! Tell the world and destroy his reputation!
When Chen Qun reached the sixth house, he realized how ruthless Zhang Han was.
No wonder he doesn't need to be responsible for the pension himself, he can't wait to let the entire Yingchuan be responsible!
(End of chapter)
