Tap tap tap.
Above the desert, a cavalry force of nearly ten thousand people was flying with their horse hooves, grinding up the sand and smoke from the formation. A group of foreign merchants nearby were so frightened that they ran away in a hurry, not even daring to stop even if they spilled their wine.
"Huh." Riding on the golden horse, Lou Luo took off the water bag and took a few sips before regaining his sullen expression.
"Is there any reward for scouting?"
"In the previous round of reporting, no trace of Thief Xu was seen."
"It's almost time. No matter where he is hiding, I will dig him out." Lou Luo said in a hateful tone.
In the past few days, he had sent out many scouts in all directions. As soon as he found Thief Xu's whereabouts, he would immediately report back.
The desert is huge, but compared to those who are familiar with it, as long as they know a few directions, the enemy will have no way to escape.
"Xu Thief, you can't fly with your wings!"
After hanging up the water bag, Lou Luo grabbed the horse's rein again.
"Golden Cavalry, follow me and intercept!"
More than 8,000 Dawan bronze-plated cavalry roared and chased after Lou Luo, all the way away in dust and smoke.
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Deep in the desert, there is also another cavalry group, about 6,000 strong, also marching forward. As the commander-in-chief, Wei Feng picked at the sand stuck to his face and looked a little anxious.
I've been in the desert for a few days, but I still haven't heard any news about my lord.
"In the direction of General Wei, people have been sent out in several directions. They will definitely be able to see the lord."
"I hope so... I haven't seen my lord for a long time, and I miss you so much."
As the second-in-command of Qinglong Camp, he has been fighting side by side with his lord for a long time.
"If General Feng Qiu is still alive, he will definitely be happy to see my lord's great achievements."
"General, General Wei!" At this time, several mounted scouts ran back.
"What? Did you meet the lord?"
"No, I saw a large army, and the army was running behind me, running very fiercely."
"Where did the army come from?"
"They are all bronze-colored elite cavalry, but none of the countries near Zhenlan City have such bronze-colored cavalry."
"Send someone to check." Wei Feng frowned.
Another cavalry appears in the desert for no reason, and things will not be simple.
"Please remember, if these fools are found to be our enemies, they will go straight to their mother's skin! I don't care who is the boss and who is the second child in the Western Regions. If they offend me, Xishu , I won’t let them go!”
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At this time, Xu Mu, who was still a long way from the Western Region, was still moving forward.
"King Shu, we are only three days away." Shen Zong next to him had a smile on his weathered face.
This journey has been smooth sailing. As long as he reaches the Western Region safely, he will have made a great contribution.
Xu Mu turned his head and glanced at the person behind him. After traveling for a long time, these more than 4,000 people were already a little tired.
It's getting dusk.
Instead of insisting on going on the road, Xu Mu called Chen Sheng to make arrangements for setting up camp.
The closer he got to the Western Region, the more careful Xu Mu became. There have been too many incidents of boats capsizing in the sewers throughout the ages.
"Send more patrols?" Chen Sheng was startled, "Lord, we are almost at the edge of the Western Region."
"Many of these people from the Western Regions don't like Shu people." Xu Mu looked serious. If they were really a family, Yin Hu would have settled the matter long ago. What's more, there is a pair of black hands in this Western Region. If they learn about his affairs in the Western Region, they will definitely use any means.
Working hard step by step is what keeps him alive until now.
After setting up camp, Xu Mu was about to go see Uncle Zhuge, but he never thought that Si Hu, who would not stop fighting for food, was already sitting next to Zhuge Fan, mumbling something.
"I remember that you robbed me of three bowls of steamed cakes, five bunches of candied haws, half a leg of lamb, and two plates of dried fish... But I, Sihu, have forgiven you. You also know that Brother Mu wants to Give me ten mutton lambs, no matter what, I'll give you two. Don't die, Brother Mu will cry again if you die."
Zhuge Fan raised his eyelids and glared at Si Hu angrily.
Xu Mu sat down next to him and rewarded Si Hu with a small chestnut.
"How does it feel?"
"Brother Mu, haven't you eaten? It doesn't hurt at all."
"I didn't ask you."
Zhuge Fan coughed and shrank into his cloak, his voice even weaker.
"I'm not dead yet. Once I get to the Western Regions and see more beauties, I'll get better soon."
Xu Mu sighed.
"We're almost there. If you have anything, you can tell me. Whether it's revenge or finding an old friend, I can help."
"I know a sixty-year-old Hu woman. Can you help me marry her?"
"Let's get down to business..."
"I'm just kidding." Zhuge Fan frowned, probably regaining his former arrogance. Si Hu, who was next to him, also quickly took back the matter of the two lambs.
"You will know this when the time comes."
"kill?"
"I told you, it was to kill someone."
"The hatred of seizing your wife?"
"Boy, if you want to trick me, it's better to invite the old military advisor."
Xu Mu muffled his voice.
"Be careful. There is a Black Eagle Gate in the Western Region. They like to kill people to get rewards. Your head, the King of Shu, is worth a fortune. There are so many money-grubbing people in the world, eagerly waiting for the opportunity."
"Not to mention anything else, Black Eagle Gate? What Black Eagle Gate? In addition, I heard from Yin Hu that there are no heroes in the Western Regions, but Li Zhiqiu clearly entered the Western Regions before."
This time, Zhuge Fan looked hesitant, but he didn't say anything after all. He wrapped himself in the cloak and seemed ready to sleep.
"Don't bother me, I'm going to recharge my batteries."
Xu Mu sighed and stood up. He understood that Old Zhuge might have a certain wound in his heart. According to what Shangguan Shu said, old Zhuge had been in the world of heroes and had considerable qualifications. Back then, in the Xujiazhuang in Horseshoe Lake, they were still clamoring to kill a whistleblower after leaving the village.
Stretching out his hand, Xu Mu covered Old Zhuge with the mattress he was carrying.
"My son, take a piece of thin armor and spread it on the sand. Then make those with hearing to bend down and listen. You can hear the sound of the enemy's horse hooves."
Listening, Xu Mu's eyes lit up.
"Okay, let's kneel down."
"Kneel down like a chicken... Dad, sleep well."
Walking back, Xu Mu breathed a sigh of relief. No matter what, Zhuge Fan in front of him is still alive.
"Come here, get ten pairs of thin armor! Then select people with hearing from each camp. I will be of great use!"
The method of listening to hoofs has existed since ancient times. In the desert, although the distance is not very far, at least it is an extra guarantee.
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