The reason why Chang Sheng knew something was wrong with Zhao's family was because the young man had previously said that the master's family had unexpected changes and he was sent out to report for help. However, this young man had been imprisoned by the Pini of Weiyang Temple for a month, just like As Nun Yu Yi said before, after delaying for so long, it is too late for everything.
Changsheng knew the inside story, but Chen Liqiu knew nothing about it and did not know this person. However, this person was from Ganzhou. Chen Liqiu immediately thought of the Zhao family. When he saw this person, he had a sad look on his face, and a strong feeling suddenly came to his heart. "I am Chen Liqiu, who sent you here?"
Hearing Chen Liqiu speak, the man fell to his knees and said sadly, "Mr. Chen, my name is Zhao Shun, and I am a servant of Mr. Zhao's house. Something happened to Mr. Zhao."
Chen Liqiu's expression changed drastically when he heard this, he stood up from his seat and said, "Tell me all the details."
Zhao Shun came to deliver the letter. He went through many hardships along the way. When he finally saw the rightful owner, he was so sad that he cried and said, "Master Zhao was convicted, and the court issued a decree to dismiss officials and arrest people. The Zhao family has more than 20 people." He was taken to Chang'an at the beginning of last month."
"What crime?" Chen Liqiu asked eagerly.
"False accusation of dereliction of duty," Zhao Shun cried. "On the day of the incident, the villain escaped from the back door. On the order of the lady, he went to Pingzhou to seek help from the adults. However, the villain was raped by strongmen on the way and was trapped for more than a month." When Zhao Shun said this, he pointed his finger at the immortal, "This young hero was also present that night. He and a nun jointly rescued us. He can testify for the villain. It's not that the villain is slacking off and delaying, but that he really can't help it." …”
Before Zhao Shun could finish speaking, Changsheng interrupted him, "Third Senior Brother, what he said is indeed true. He rushed here to report the news, and even tried to buy horses from me that night, but I didn't know at the time that he was coming to find you. , if I had asked a few more questions, I could have come one day earlier.”
"It has been delayed for more than a month, and there is only one and a half days left," Chen Liqiu was worried and paced anxiously in front of the hall. "False accusations of dereliction of duty are not serious crimes and are not enough to implicate family members. There must be a hidden secret in this matter."
Hearing the word false accusation, Chang Sheng suddenly remembered something, "Third Senior Brother, on the day I rescued Third Sister-in-law, I heard that the disciples of the Beggar Gang who robbed the ship said that they would donate the rice they robbed to Zhu Quanzhong. Is this Zhu Quanzhong a high official? Son?"
"Yes, this person is the military envoy of the Xuanwu Army. He was granted the title of King of Liang. He is a powerful minister and has power over the government and the public," Chen Liqiu said. "This matter is most likely related to him. In the letter between Zi Yu and me that day, I have said that the beggar gang committed crimes and almost killed their mother and daughter. Zhao is so popular that he wants to write a memorial and ask the court to investigate and arrest them."
"For a provincial governor who reaches the fourth rank, it takes three trials to convict someone," a school lieutenant said. "It is unreasonable to directly issue a decree to convict a person and implicate his family."
Chen Liqiu frowned and nodded, "The Beggar Gang has one hundred thousand members, and its strength cannot be underestimated. If they seek refuge with Zhu Quanzhong, Zhu Quanzhong will not turn them away. Mr. Zhao's participation at this time is like striking an egg against a stone."
After Chen Liqiu finished speaking, he turned to look at Zhao Shun who was crying in the hall, "Were you present when the imperial edict was issued? What did the edict say?"
Zhao Shun said hurriedly, "On that day, the officials announced the decree from the middle courtyard, and the villain was in the backyard..."
Chen Liqiu was furious and interrupted Zhao Shun before he could finish his words, "You just said you didn't hear me clearly. What are you talking about?"
"I heard clearly, Mr. Zhao was taken to the prison of Dali Temple, the men were sent to the army, and the women's family members filled the classroom." Zhao Shun said.
Hearing Zhao Shun's words, Chen Liqiu became unsteady and staggered. The captain on the side quickly stretched out his hand to support him.
Changsheng didn't know where the Jiaofang was, but when he saw Chen Liqiu being struck by lightning, he guessed that the Jiaofang was not a good place. "Third Senior Brother, don't worry. There are two possibilities for this matter. One is that Zhu Quanzhong was just because Mr. Zhao wrote a letter to expose the crimes of the Beggar Clan and was angry with him. If this is the case, it is not optimistic. Another possibility is that the Beggar Clan knows about your relationship with the Zhao family and is trying to seize the third sister-in-law and lure you away so that it can be convenient for you. I will arrest you and ask you for the secrets of magical skills."
"I rather hope it's the latter," Chen Liqiu pushed away the captain who was supporting him and paced back and forth again, "The prison in Dali Temple is no bigger than the prison in the Ministry of Punishments. They only hold people who have been convicted and awaiting trial. Now the period of the Queen of Autumn has passed. , Mr. Zhao is probably gone."
Hearing Chen Liqiu's words, Zhao Shun burst into tears, saying that he had wasted time and that he could not atone for his sins even if he died.
"I can't blame you for this. Ganzhou Prefecture is 1,500 miles away from here. You don't know martial arts, and there will inevitably be twists and turns along the way." When Chen Liqiu said this, he called out, "Come here," and ordered someone to take Zhao Shun down to rest.
Chen Liqiu walked to the table, grabbed the jug, and poured wine into the wine glasses on the table one by one. When they were all filled, he picked up a glass and looked around everyone, "It is my honor, Chen Liqiu, to fight with you side by side. I am determined to fight with you." On the battlefield, I was granted the title of Marquis and Prime Minister, but God's will has played a trick on me. I regret that I will leave the camp and go north. I will drink this cup and see you in the next life."
The captain named Qin Chuan was the oldest, in his early thirties. Hearing Chen Liqiu's words, he took the lead and drank the glass in one gulp. Then he broke the glass and said loudly, "If the general hadn't come back to protect us, we would have He has been dead for a long time, but he can still sit here and drink? Wherever the general goes, I will go!"
The school captain named Yu Xiaohe followed closely behind, "Thanks to the general's great love, I will teach you magical skills. I will follow you to the death and never fail."
"A soldier will die for his confidant, and I swear to advance and retreat together with the general." Song Qingfeng said angrily.
Twelve loyal and brave captains expressed their loyalty to the army one after another, and no one backed down.
Seeing that everyone was insisting on leaving, Chen Liqiu was very moved and his eyes were red, "It will be difficult to escape from Chang'an without any regrets. Don't regret it."
Everyone did not answer, but grabbed the weapons placed on the door table and strode out, shouting "Prepare your horses!"
"You are still young, don't get involved in this matter." Chen Liqiu said to Changsheng.
"Brothers fighting tigers, father and son go into battle." Changsheng turned around to start.
Chen Liqiu reached out and grabbed Chang Sheng's arm, "Disobeying the imperial edict and rescuing imperial prisoners is tantamount to treason. This is a road of no return. Don't go there."
"I'm not afraid." Changsheng said loudly.
"It has been delayed for too long, and it will be difficult for her to maintain her innocence. I am here to avenge her, and I will definitely go on a killing spree." Chen Liqiu's nose twitched.
Changsheng didn't answer any more, twisted his shoulders to get rid of Chen Liqiu's grasp, walked out quickly, and ran back to the room to pack his bags.
In order to help Mr. Hei lose weight, he threw away all the things he could throw away, including soy flour and dry food. After he had packed up, Chen Liqiu and others had already left him behind and rode out of the city. Changsheng rode on the black master and chased quickly. After three miles, he caught up with everyone and kept pace with Chen Liqiu.
Seeing Changsheng chasing after him on horseback, Chen Liqiu sighed helplessly, "I know I can't help but listen to my words. You must cover your mouth and nose when the time comes, so as not to reveal your identity and bring disaster to the master."
"Okay." Changsheng nodded.
When he was about to leave the Guiyuan Realm, Chen Liqiu reined in his horse and looked around at everyone, "We are still in the Guiyuan Realm at this time. It's not too late for you to change your mind. If anyone turns around and comes back, I will never blame or complain."
Hearing Chen Liqiu's words, the Twelve Zhongyong Lieutenants once again expressed their loyalty loudly and pledged their loyalty to the death.
Seeing that no one regretted it, Changsheng was very moved. There is no love without reason in the world, and there is no hatred without reason. The reason why everyone is so loyal to Chen Liqiu is because Chen Liqiu treats people with sincerity and kindness. He went there before When Chen Liqiu gave him taels of silver, he clearly told him that he had withheld several hundred taels for his brothers to supplement their family income. From the words of others, Chen Liqiu should have taught them the magical secrets he had memorized, and even treated them before the battle. Give more protection.
There will never be a shortage of loyal ministers who sacrifice their lives to repay kindness, but there will always be a shortage of wise kings who treat each other with sincerity and share weal and woe.
After the final confirmation, Chen Liqiu did not hesitate anymore, reined in his horse, and rode ahead.
Chen Liqiu and others were riding war horses, which were tall and strong. They moved forward hard and made smoke when they stepped on the ground.
It's rare for Young Master Hei to meet such an opponent. He suddenly becomes motivated to fight, his mane is raised and his tail is flat, and he moves as fast as flying...
