In the Daduan Dynasty, scholars, farmers, industry and commerce were divided into three religions and nine streams.
Like dancing girls or masters, they all belong to the lower class.
In Cui Mingchong's eyes, the graceful dancer in front of him was nothing more than a prostitute, the lowest among the lower classes.
Therefore, it is natural that he does not have a good face.
And this dancer didn't dare to be dissatisfied at all. She could only suffer the beating, let alone receive the protection of Qiu Guangri.
Cui Mingchong looked out the door and said loudly: "Qi Rui!"
"Crunch!"
The door was pushed open, and a young man wearing the uniform of an imperial guard walked in. He was of extraordinary appearance and held a sword in his left hand.
He bowed respectfully and said, "Sir!"
Cui Mingchong picked up a tea cup, rolled down his sleeves, and said while sipping the tea: "How do you feel about going to Niubei Village with me today?"
Qi Rui frowned slightly, hesitated, and said, "I don't have any special feeling. Although overall, Niubei Village is very poor, but looking at the looks of the villagers, it doesn't look like they are living a hard life! I feel that they are in good spirits. There is something in my eyes! My subordinates paid attention to some villagers' homes, but found that every house was closed, as if they were on guard against something!"
"Um...finished?"
Cui Mingchong put down his tea cup and looked up at him.
Qi Rui pondered for a moment and then said: "There is another point. I don't know whether to say it or not!"
"It's okay if you say so! I won't blame you!"
"Yes! The most realistic feeling for subordinates in Niubei Village is like acting! Except for the lord Lin Yun, even the ordinary villagers seem to be prepared and have no fear at all when they see the officers and soldiers! Even the old village chief It also gives my subordinates a false feeling!"
Cui Mingchong's eyes lit up, he slapped the table and said, "Okay! It seems you feel the same as I do!"
Qi Rui took a few steps forward and whispered: "Sir, do you mean that Lord Lin Yun lied?"
"We're not sure yet! However, one thing is for sure, this old boy Qiu Guangri didn't tell us the truth either! Moreover, Lin Yun is not simple, he always gives me an unfathomable feeling!"
"Then what your lord means...do you want my subordinates to capture him and ask him clearly?"
"No! It's a taboo for military officers to alert a snake in the grass! Since Qiu Guangri wants to help the Lin family bastard hide it, then there must be a big secret hidden here! You will guard the door later. Even if it is Qiu Guangri, he will never be allowed to come in! I The officer wants to go on a private patrol incognito, and then go to Niubei Village!"
Cui Mingchong finally expressed his thoughts.
Qi Rui said in surprise: "Sir, it's already late at night, I'm afraid it's not appropriate to leave the city now! If there's any danger..."
"It's okay! I will take one of the Ouchi guards and leave the city in disguise. I will never be recognized by anyone I know! Even if I encounter gangsters, I can deal with them!"
Seeing that Cui Mingchong had made up his mind, Qi Rui could only nod in agreement.
Afterwards, Cui Ming rushed back to the bedroom, changed into an ordinary robe, and quietly took an imperial guard with him out of the city.
Qi Rui, as the commander of the inner bodyguards who protect the imperial envoys, personally stood outside the door to guard the door.
About half an hour later, a group of people suddenly walked into the corridor, led by a maid, holding an angry wind lantern in her hand.
Behind them were several guards from Yucheng Mansion and Qiu Guangri.
He was still wearing an official robe so late at night. Apparently he learned that the dancer had made the imperial envoy displeased, so he put it on specially and came to say hello.
As soon as he reached the door, he was stopped by Qi Rui. Read the book
"I've met Lord Qiu!"
Qiu Guangri smiled and said, "Commander Qi, may I ask if the imperial envoy has rested?"
As he spoke, he stretched his neck and looked into the house. He saw only lights in the house, and it was obvious that he was not resting yet.
But Qi Rui had already received Cui Mingchong's order and knew that Qiu Guangri would definitely come back, so he had already thought about his words and said in a deep voice: "Master Cui has had a long journey today and has already rested. Master Qiu has something to discuss tomorrow. Please come back!"
"Oh, Commander Qi, can you be accommodating and let me meet Mr. Cui!"
Qiu Guangri felt very guilty when he learned that Cui Mingchong
He suddenly became displeased and chased away the dancer, giving him an uneasy feeling.
"No! Mr. Cui just issued an order that no one can disturb me! Mr. Qiu, please don't embarrass me!"
Qi Rui sternly refused. Although Qiu Guangri was a third-grade official, or he was one level higher, he was after all the commander of the bodyguards who served the emperor all year round. He was also considered to have a high position, and he did not take any local officials seriously. .
Qiu Guangri smiled awkwardly and said, "Okay then! Since it's the imperial envoy's order, I'll take my leave now!"
After saying this, he turned around and left. He was also very particular about what he said.
He only said that he was following Cui Mingchong's order, but his words showed Qi Rui's disdain.
Qi Rui naturally understood, but didn't take it to heart.
On the other side, Cui Mingchong called a carriage, and the driver was the Ouchi guard who was brought out.
Although we were walking at night, it was still very safe. This shows how effective the Yucheng Mansion was in suppressing bandits last time. ..
When they arrived three hundred meters outside Niubei Village, they could see only a faint firelight in the village. Although the distance was far away, the Ouchi guard who was driving the carriage recognized at a glance that the firelight was that of a group of guards responsible for night patrol. .
Cui Mingchong opened the curtain and asked, "Why did you stop?"
"Sir, there are actually guards patrolling Niubei Village at night. If we rush in rashly, we will definitely be attacked by them!"
The Ouchi guards are all elites carefully selected from various places in the Daduan Dynasty and are very familiar with security work.
You can see the problem at a glance.
Cui Mingchong's eyes lit up and he sneered: "I really didn't realize that this little Niubei Village actually trains bodyguards. It really does have a big secret!"
He is not stupid either. Generally, there are armed guards at the level above the town level, but it is rare for towns to have such strict patrols and sentries.
Niubei Village is just a remote mountain village with a sinister appearance. In the past, Cui Mingchong would have never heard of it.
But now I know that there are guards patrolling at night, which can already explain a lot of problems.
After thinking about it, Cui Mingchong simply jumped off the carriage, patted the dust on his body, and said in a deep voice: "I will attract their attention first. You take the opportunity to sneak into Niubei Village and check it carefully for me. Don't miss any corner. This Niu They may have dug out many basements in Back Village! Remember, once you find something, don’t alert the snake, just go to me directly!”
The Ouchi guard nodded and said worriedly: "Sir, is this too dangerous? What if they attack you?"
Cui Mingchong sneered: "Don't worry! There will be no problem!"
As he spoke, he walked along the dirt road into the village towards the entrance of Niubei Village, as if strolling in a leisurely manner.
The Ouchi guards hid the carriage and followed quietly.
Here, the six-man team from Niubei Village is patrolling as usual. Several soldiers are already familiar with the surrounding environment. In addition, there have been no incidents for many years, so they have relaxed their guard to varying degrees.
