Xiao Chongtian died in battle that year, which directly led to the disastrous defeat of the Liao army. As a result, he was at a disadvantage in the negotiations with Daxia and had to compromise and agreed to Daxia's request for double tribute every year.
This incident was reported back to the Liao Kingdom. Both the main war faction and the peace faction were strongly dissatisfied with Xiao Chongtian. They believed that it was because of Xiao Chongtian's underestimation of the enemy that their losses were so heavy, and he should bear full responsibility. . But Xiao Chongtian was dead, and there were no wives or children at home. No matter how dissatisfied these princes and nobles were, they didn't even have anyone to vent their dissatisfaction to. In the end, the only way to end this matter was to seal off Xiao Chongtian's mansion and redistribute all the people in the mansion.
Xiao Liu, as the most capable guard around Xiao Chongtian, was naturally among the reassigned personnel. Because his relationship with Xiao Chongtian was too close, he naturally became the target of criticism from some people. Those people could not cause trouble for Xiao Chongtian, so it was easy to deal with Xiao Liu. Therefore, Xiao Liu also suffered a lot, suffered a lot, and was almost tortured to death by these people. Fortunately, he was rescued by Yelvertu and escaped with his life.
The friendship between Xiao Chongtian and Yelvertu was average, and Yelvertu did not agree with some of Xiao Chongtian's actions. But the two people were related after all, and out of moral reasons, he couldn't join in with those people, nor could he turn a blind eye to such things. Therefore, he went to the Military and Horse Division in person and brought Xiao Chongtian's few remaining guards, headed by Xiao Liu, to his side.
Xiao Liu believed that although the regent took him in for the sake of the generalissimo, treated his injuries, and found him a new job, he would never forget this kindness. Therefore, when Yelvertu proposed to send him to lurk in Jiapingguan City, he agreed without saying a word. Firstly, he could repay Yelvertu for his life-saving grace and kindness, and secondly, he could wait for the opportunity to avenge his marshal.
"He is a man of affection and righteousness. Xiao Chongtian is really blessed to have a brother like you in several lifetimes. It's just... you are affectionate, but Yelvertu may not be righteous. He also has his own purpose in saving you. Let you To bring these guys who know nothing to come to Jiapingguan City to die, and to make you shed tears of gratitude to them, Yelu's calculation was really good."
"He is not such a person. We Liao people are all upright, not as treacherous as you Xia people!"
"Upright?" Or do you think that methods such as assassination and assassination are also legitimate means?"
Xiao Liu remained silent. He was not as eloquent as Xue Ruitian, and he had no idea what to say to silence the other party.
Shen Haolin glanced at Xiao Liu who had his head lowered, turned around and whispered to Wei Zixin who was guarding him, asking him to take Mao San'er to the door of the execution room to see if Xiao Liu was the tall, thin, black man who went to him for help. Clothes man.
Wei Zixin agreed and left the execution room with a quick stride.
"Xiao Liu!" Shen Haolin patted Xue Ruitian on the shoulder and asked him to sit on the stool next to him. "What you told us is all nonsense and worthless in my opinion. So, I'm sorry, please save me." If we can’t save the lives of those people outside, they will continue to suffer.”
Hearing the sound of whips and wailing outside, Xiao Liu shouted at Shen Haolin, "Shen, you don't mean what you say!"
"How could it be?" Shen Haolin sneered, "I am a person who keeps my promises, but you are not."
"That is to say, he came here secretly to be a spy, and even did the assassination, and he actually praised himself as an upright person! Tsk, tsk, tsk, are all you Liao people like you, so shameless!" Xue Ruitian moved He bought two stools and placed them not far from Xiao Liu, pulled Shen Haolin and asked him to sit down too, and then said with a smile, "You have been going around in circles with us for a long time, and you just talked about what you have and what you don't have. Do you blame us for keeping our words? Xiao Liu, you are not stupid, but don’t think of us as fools. We are all smart people, so it is better to open the sky and speak frankly. "
"What do you... want to know?"
"What do you think? You asked knowingly!" Xue Ruitian raised his eyebrows, "You are delaying time with us, are you thinking that someone will come to save you?" Seeing Xiao Liu's expression change, Xue Ruitian expressed surprise, "Oh, this is really what you plan to do. Aren't you afraid that your companion will never come back? I would like to advise you, if you enter here, even if Yelu comes in person, the result will be the same. What's more, even if he knows that you have been If we catch you, we won't send anyone to rescue you. From the moment you leave Linhuang Mansion, you are an abandoned chess piece."
"You're talking nonsense!"
"Am I talking nonsense? You know better than I do. You are able to stay in Jiaping Pass not because of Yelu's instructions, let alone for any so-called life-saving grace. You are wholeheartedly determined to avenge Xiao Chongtian. This revenge will only last one day. You won't be willing to do anything without retribution. Yelu also saw your thoughts, so he sent you here." Seeing Xiao Liu trying to defend something, Xue Ruitian waved his hand and stopped him, "Those high-sounding words of yours don't matter to me. This is just bullshit, it’s better to say less. For the sake of your brothers who are suffering outside, just say something!”
Shen Haolin said nothing, staring at Xiao Liu with both eyes. In fact, he didn't care if this man couldn't speak. Liao and Jin sent agents to Jiaping Pass, and they also sent people to Liao and Jin. No one is more noble than the other. It's just that Cha'er was so seriously injured because of this man. If she didn't take something out of his mouth, Cha'er's injuries would have been in vain. It was precisely because of this that he kept Xiao Liu until now, otherwise, this man would have been cut to pieces by him long ago.
"Have you thought about it? If you have thought about it, tell us who your contact is, the method and location of your contact, and the whole process of your operation."
"...I...I have never seen the true face of the leader. Every time he meets me, he always wears a mask and a black robe, tightly wrapped from head to toe. I only know that he is very tall, He is very thin and his voice is a bit eerie. Every time we meet, he comes to me, usually in the latter half of the night and never shows up during the day."
At this time, Wei Zixin came back. He whispered in Shen Haolin's ear, "Marshal, Mao San'er said it wasn't him."
Shen Haolin nodded. He also felt that the previous descriptions of Xiao Liu and Mao San'er were different. Moreover, Xiao Liu himself also confessed that the tall and thin man in black was their leader. However, this leader was very mysterious. Basically, No one has seen his true face.
"Xiao Liu." Shen Haolin looked at him, "How long have you been in Jiaping Pass?"
"in less than a year."
"Where were you and what were you doing in the past few years?"
"Recuperate." Xiao Liu swallowed, "Those people in the Military and Horse Division have always disliked the marshal. After the marshal died in the battle, our group fell into their hands. They finally had a place to vent their anger. He spread all his years of grievances against the marshal on us. When the regent rescued us, some people’s arms were broken and could no longer be reattached, and some had their legs broken."
"Not only are you fighting ruthlessly, but you are also very ruthless with your own people!" Xue Ruitian looked at Xiao Liu, "You have a full beard and tail, you don't look like you have been seriously injured! Based on your relationship with Xiao Chongtian, they will let go Pass you?"
"I was in the Soldiers and Horses Division, and they gave me cartilage powder for a year. Even if I have an antidote, I won't be able to go to the battlefield anymore. So..." Xiao Liu looked at Xue Ruitian, "I can't avenge the marshal openly and openly, I can only Use this despicable method."
"It's really hard for you." Xue Ruitian nodded, "So, let's talk about it, who came up with the idea of this operation? Was it you? Or was it your leader? Also, how did you know about General Shen? Whereabouts?"
"It's me. I've been in Jiapingguan City for a year. I rarely see Shen Haolin and Shen Cha brother and sister on the street. I know that they basically don't go out. So, I have no chance to do anything. What happened today was completely coincidental. I I was also on the street shopping for New Year's goods, and I accidentally saw her, so I suddenly decided to attack her. I know that if I miss it, I may never have such a good opportunity again. "
"Why did you choose to do it in the gold shop?"
"The Chinese New Year is coming soon, and everyone will choose gold jewelry for themselves and their families. There are many people in the gold shop, which can act as a cover for us. Once the two sides start fighting, we can have no scruples, but Shen Cha will shrink back. Moreover, the Jinpu area is small, and her long whip cannot exert as much power as it does on the battlefield. As expected, she did not take out her long whip during the whole process, just to avoid hurting those people. Innocent people." Xiao Liu sighed heavily, "Unfortunately, the success failed. I didn't expect that my hand could not control a short knife, and it was shaking so badly at the critical moment."
"If Yelu knew that you had done such a big thing, he would reward you well. Unfortunately..." Shen Haolin stood up from the chair, "You don't have that blessing anymore. Lieutenant General Wei!"
"The general is here!"
"Keep an eye on him. If anything goes wrong, you're the only one to ask!"
"General, I obey!" After sending Shen Haolin and Xue Ruitian out of the execution room, Wei Zixin turned his head and looked at Xiao Liu, "Boy, you just hope that General Shen wakes up soon so that you can go to see Xiao Chongtian happily, otherwise ...Hey, you are so miserable. If our marshal cares about you, he will show mercy even if you are chopped into pieces. When Xiao Chongtian sees you again, it is very likely that he will not recognize you!"
