It was a safe journey along the way. Not only did we not encounter any unexpected changes, but even when we reached the difficult part of the road into the mountains, people from Daomen Village who had received the news in advance came down to help, showing a warm and hospitable appearance. Even after discovering that the sacks were full of rations, everyone couldn't hide the happy smiles on their lips.
This scene fell in everyone's eyes. But those who understand its meaning will be rewarded.
In the eyes of Daomen Village, the food belongs to them when it comes to their mouths. What the hell does the "boss" outside not recognize it? At most, the other party's people are still allowed to guard it in name only.
I counted only seven people, and they were all seventh- and eighth-level warriors. What would this strength be enough for? It’s not enough for the masters in the cottage to beat with one hand. Like a joke.
But there are also people who can't laugh, and that person is Nie Yong.
After finally returning to the village, Nie Yong watched the carts of grain being sent into the specially prepared granary for storage. He couldn't hold back anymore and turned around to find his master, who was Daomen Village. The sixth master Li Longcheng.
"You're back? Things went well?"
Li Longcheng was practicing bow-drawing in his small courtyard. The heavy bow, which was as tall as half a man, had arms like crossbows. It was huge and contained terrifying power at a glance. It is impossible for ordinary warriors to pull it away. But this is the foundation of Li Longcheng's practice. As a disciple, Nie Yong would be envious and expectant every time he saw this giant bow, and he also wanted to own and use this extremely powerful weapon in the future. But Nie Yong also knew that there was still a long way to go before he could control such a giant bow.
"Master, I'm back, everything is going well. But there is one thing that makes me feel uneasy." Nie Yong rarely saw him after entering the yard. He didn't get close to the master's giant bow as before to try his hand at it, but instead It was a sad look on his face.
Li Longcheng also discovered something unusual about his apprentice. He put away the giant bow in his hand, then turned around and led him back to the main room, letting Nie Yong go to the tea by himself, and then the master and apprentice sat down to talk about things.
"Tell me, what could possibly cause such a heartless boy like you to be so worried? Aren't you usually fearless?"
"Master, I'm not scared, but worried."
"worry about what?"
"I'm worried about the "boss" behind Qiu Chongxi. Master, didn't you tell me before to let me find out the details of the person behind Qiu Chongxi? I made an important discovery this time!"
"Huh? Speak more quickly. Why don't you come to me to show off your words?" Li Longcheng also had a bad temper and glared, so scared that Nie Yong quickly continued.
"Master, the "boss" behind Qiu Chongxi sent seven people to follow those goods. These seven people are all warriors, and their grades are not high, they are all seventh or eighth grade. And they are all taciturn and can't even ask questions. No need to worry. Even when they eat and sleep, they open fires and set up tents by themselves without any contact with us.
But I found that these seven people were carrying a big baggage. The shape of the baggage was very strange. And no matter what these people do, they are always carrying the burden.
So I was thinking that maybe there was something important in these baggage. If I knew it, I could get some details about them.
When I was resting the day before yesterday, I took advantage of the burden on their backs. The man reacted very fiercely and almost stabbed me, but in the end I was able to deal with it.
But I still touched his baggage. Although the time was short, the baggage was not thick. I felt it very clearly after I took it. I was sure that I touched a crossbow with a string attached! Big crossbow! "
As expected, Nie Yong didn't sell anything, and he got rid of all the reasons for his worries in one breath. Hearing this, Li Longcheng jumped up from his chair.
"Big crossbow?! Are you sure you touched it correctly?"
"Disciple, I promise that I didn't touch it wrong. The arms and strings of the crossbow are very clear. There is no way I am wrong!" Nie Yong also knew that the stakes were too high and did not dare to be careless. He had also been exposed to crossbows since he was a child. Although there were many bows and crossbows, I have only seen it a few times, but I am already familiar with the overall structure, and I am very sure of my judgment.
"Let's go, take me to see it." Li Longcheng didn't talk nonsense, and he didn't speculate with Nie Yong. His temperament just likes simplicity and directness.
"Okay master!"
The master and apprentice quickly arrived near the granary. Sure enough, Li Longcheng saw several unfamiliar faces wearing warrior robes and carrying strange burdens on their backs next to the granary.
"Master, it's them."
Li Longcheng nodded without saying a word. He pulled a few leaves from the nearby tree and clamped them on his fingers. Then he flicked his wrist without any warning, and then the leaves flew up as if they were alive. As fast as lightning, he crossed a distance of seven to eight feet in the blink of an eye and passed around the three bundles on his back, sharp as a blade! At the same time, the sound of tearing cloth was heard.
Li Longcheng watched from a distance as he cut open the bundle to reveal the real thing inside, even though those people were a little nervous and quickly covered it up with their clothes. But he still saw it clearly.
What a big crossbow!
And it's not just the big crossbows, because these big crossbows are all exactly the same. It's obvious that they are not made by small workshops, but made in batches by large iron-making companies.
In other words, the crossbows that Li Longcheng saw were serious standard weapons!
Afterwards, Nie Yong was placed near the granary to watch every move of the seven people. Li Longcheng immediately found the village leader Li Tianfang.
"Why are you in such a hurry?"
"Fortress Master, the "boss" behind Qiu Chongxi has delivered goods. They are grains, and they are all rations. At the same time, there are seven people who came with this batch of goods, all of them are seventh and eighth grade warriors. But these people There are all large crossbows on their backs, and they are the standard large crossbows in the military."
"Huh? Can you see clearly?"
"Yes, Village Master, I just saw it with my own eyes."
When Li Tianfang heard the news, his reaction was the same as Li Longcheng's before, and he frowned instantly.
"The standard crossbow in the military. In this case, our previous guesses about the identity of the boss behind Qiu Chongxi may be wrong. The opponent can get the standard crossbow that is only available in the military, or directly use it in the military The way. Or it is the way of the iron-making industry in various places.
In this case, the "boss" is not just rich. "
"Indeed, there should be quite a lot of power, even if they are directly from the army, then..." Li Longcheng did not say everything, but the meaning was understandable. In short, it is not easy to mess with.
"This is still the first batch of goods. There are not many people coming, and the goods are food, which is the most scarce thing these days. I'm afraid you have to be more careful in the future. But don't think too much. The copycats have recently We are already recruiting again. When the manpower is available, you can train them in bow and arrow arrays, and they will still be able to suppress the opponent."
Li Tianfang's words immediately eased Li Longcheng's worries.
Indeed, because of the money paid for the lease by the "boss" behind Qiu Chongxi, the cottage has begun to recruit people again. Moreover, at this time, there is a war outside, so going into the mountains and becoming a bandit is not necessarily a bad job.
As long as he has enough manpower, Li Longcheng is confident that even if the "boss" behind Qiu Chongxi is really a figure in the military, he can train him to fight against him.
(End of chapter)
