After Zhang Fan walked out of the room, he saw several maids and maids busy packing things. Upon seeing this, he hurried forward to help. After all, Dou Tong had already fled to Xianbei, and these maids and maids were innocent and there was no need to be involved in this matter.
While packing his things, Zhang Fan found that his package was still in Dou Tong's room. He couldn't help but be stunned - this package contained some important things for him, and it would be troublesome if they were lost. So he hurriedly walked to Dou Tong's room.
At this time, Guo Han also discovered that Zhang Fan had not left the county governor's mansion, and couldn't help but ask aloud: "Why haven't you left yet?"
After Zhang Fan heard what Guo Han said, he saluted and said, "Young lady, I don't know. My package is still in Dou Tong's room and has not been taken away."
After saying that, Zhang Fan hurried into Dou Tong's room. At this time, Guo Han looked at Zhang Fan's leaving figure with a puzzled face - she didn't understand why this man entered Dou Tong's room in such a hurry. So she followed him.
At this time, the lights in the county governor's mansion were dim and there was silence. Zhang Fan hurriedly walked to Dou Tong's door, feeling a little nervous. He took a deep breath and opened the door.
The room was in a mess, and it looked like it had been moved in a hurry. Zhang Fan quickly walked to the bed, picked up his package, and immediately breathed a sigh of relief. At this moment, he felt a slight noise coming from behind.
He turned his head and saw Guo Han standing at the door, watching him quietly. There was a hint of doubt and vigilance in her eyes, which made Zhang Fan a little at a loss.
"Little lady, I..." Zhang Fan wanted to explain, but found that his throat was a little dry.
Guo Han didn't speak, just looked at him silently. The look in her eyes made Zhang Fan feel a little guilty. He turned his head hastily and quickly tidied up the room. He felt that Guo Han had been watching him, and he couldn't help but feel a little confused.
After finally cleaning up the room, Zhang Fan picked up his package and prepared to leave. He felt that his heartbeat was a little fast, and he didn't know if it was because of nervousness or something else.
"Um...little lady, Dou Tong has fled to Xianbei, I think it's time for me to leave too." Zhang Fan stammered, trying to sound as natural as possible.
Guo Han still didn't speak, just looked at him silently. This made Zhang Fan feel a little overwhelmed. He didn't know how to face such silence. He felt that his face was a little hot, and he couldn't help but feel a little annoyed.
"Since the young lady has no other instructions, I will take my leave." Zhang Fan said, turned and walked out of the room. He felt that his steps were a little heavy, not sure if it was because of fatigue or something else.
Just when Zhang Fan was about to walk out of the county governor's mansion, Guo Han's voice finally rang out: "Wait a minute."
Zhang Fan stopped and turned around to look at Guo Han. There was a hint of shyness and hesitation on her face, which made Zhang Fan feel a little moved.
"You...can you help me take these things out of the city?" Guo Han said and handed Zhang Fan a package of things.
Zhang Fan was stunned for a moment. He did not expect that Guo Han would ask him to help her carry things out of the city. He looked at Guo Han and didn't know how to answer for a while.
"I...my father is still outside the city. It's not convenient for me to leave the city..." Guo Han's voice became weaker and weaker, and finally it was almost inaudible.
Zhang Fan looked at her and couldn't help but feel a little moved. He did not expect that this beautiful and noble girl would turn to him for help at this time. He took a deep breath and nodded: "Okay, I will help you take these things out of the city."
When Guo Han heard Zhang Fan's answer, a grateful smile appeared on his face. Her smile made Zhang Fan feel warm in his heart, and he couldn't help but laugh too.
At this time, bursts of horse hooves and noises came from outside the county governor's house. Zhang Fan knew that this was the troops led by Guo Mian who had entered the city.
Zhang Fan's expression changed slightly when he heard the sounds outside. He looked at Guo Han and couldn't help but feel worried. He knew that Guo Mian's early arrival had thrown the entire county governor's mansion into chaos. If Guo Mian finds out that he hasn't left yet, everything will be over.
Guo Han seemed to realize this, and her face became a little pale. She looked at Zhang Fan with a hint of pleading in her eyes: "You must help me take these things out of the city. My father is still waiting outside the city."
Zhang Fan looked at her and couldn't help but feel a little moved. At this time, this girl was still thinking about her father. He didn't speak, just nodded silently.
At this time, bursts of footsteps could be heard outside the county governor's mansion. Obviously, the troops led by Guo Mian have entered the county governor's mansion. Zhang Fan knew that there was not much time left for him.
He took a deep breath and held the package tightly: "Don't worry, I will definitely help you take these things out of the city."
After saying that, Zhang Fan turned around and left the Sheriff's Mansion. He felt that his steps were a little heavy, but he didn't want to look back at Guo Han. He knew that once he stepped out of this door, there would be no way out.
In the darkness, Zhang Fan quickly walked out of the city gate of Yanmen County. He felt that his heartbeat was a little fast, but his mind was unusually clear. He knew that he had to leave here as soon as possible, otherwise everything would be over.
However, just as he was about to leave Yanmen County, a group of people blocked his way. Zhang Fan was shocked, he knew that these were Guo Mian's men. He wanted to turn around and leave, but found that he was surrounded.
"Zhang Fan?" asked one of the leading knights.
Zhang Fan didn't answer. He knew he had to stay calm at this moment. He took a deep breath and looked at the knight: "Do you have anything to do with me?"
The knight said nothing, but looked at Zhang Fan coldly. There was a hint of vigilance and hostility in his eyes, which made Zhang Fan feel a little uneasy.
At this time, another group of people came from Yanmen County. Zhang Fan saw one of the leading generals on horseback and rushed over menacingly.
"General Guo." Upon seeing this, the knight hurriedly rushed forward.
Guo Yan glanced at Zhang Fan, and a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes: "Who is this person?"
"He is Dou Tong's confidant. We just found traces of him in Dou Tong's room." The knight replied.
Zhang Fan couldn't help but feel a little nervous when he heard this. He knew that his situation was very dangerous, but he still tried to stay calm.
"General Guo, I..." Zhang Fan was about to speak, but was interrupted by Guo Yao.
"Dou Tong has fled to Xianbei. As his confidant, shouldn't you also give an explanation?" Guo Yao's tone was very stern, which made Zhang Fan feel a little scared.
Zhang Fan took a deep breath, knowing that he had to stay calm at this moment. He looked at Guo Yao: "General Guo, Dou Tong is indeed my old master, but I am not his confidant."
"Then why are you in Dou Tong's room?" the knight asked.
"I...I was just there to get my things back." Zhang Fan explained, "Dou Tong was in a hurry when he escaped, and my things are still in his room."
"Your stuff?" Guo Yan looked at Zhang Fan doubtfully, "Take it out and take a look."
Zhang Fan did not hesitate and handed the package in his hand to Guo Mian. Guo Mian opened the package and found some clothes and books inside. He glanced at Zhang Fan: "Are these your things?"
Zhang Fan nodded: "Yes, these are all my things."
Guo Yan was silent for a while, seeming to be thinking about something. At this time, the knight was a little impatient: "General Guo, should we arrest him? After all, he is involved with Dou Tong."
...
However, it was said that the prefect of Yanmen County, Guo Jian, arrived at his post early, while the former prefect, Dou Tong, fled to Xianbei. When the news came, the entire Yanmen County was shocked. However, amidst such changes, one person was particularly caught off guard, and that was Zhang Fan.
Zhang Fan, a young man of about seventeen years old who has not yet been crowned, is a descendant of the Zhang family, a wealthy family in Mayi. A few days ago, he led thousands of Han cavalry to attack the Xianbei camp of 10,000 people at night and returned with a great victory. However, this victory did not bring him much joy, but made him fall into deep worry.
The arrival of Guo Yao made Zhang Fan feel an inexplicable pressure. He knew very well that Guo Mian was a strict man, so if he came to take office early this time, it must be because of bad intentions. Sure enough, as soon as Guo Mian took office, he summoned all officials and beat Zhang Fan in public.
"Zhang Fan, although you are brave and resourceful, you must remember not to act beyond your authority." Guo Yao said with a hint of warning in his tone, "Your duty is to defend Yanmen County, not to launch military operations without authorization."
Zhang Fan was speechless. He knew full well that although he defeated Xianbei, he also angered Guo Yao. He sighed secretly in his heart. It seemed that it would not be easy to survive this time safely.
However, just when everyone thought that Guo Mian would continue to blame Zhang Fan, he suddenly changed the subject: "However, I very much appreciate your victory over Xianbei this time."
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked. Guo Yan looked at Zhang Fan with a smile in his eyes: "It is really rare that you can take the initiative to lead the army to resist foreign enemies and also protect the people of the county. From now on, the peace and happiness of Yanmen County will depend on it. Such a talented person like you.”
Zhang Fan was caught off guard by Guo Mian's beating and sighed secretly. He understood that his image in Guo Mian's mind had been fixed, and it was not easy to change it. So, he decided to take a step back and endure it for the time being.
"This is what General Guo taught you." Zhang Fan lowered his head and said, "You must keep it in mind, perform your duties conscientiously, and live up to the general's expectations."
Guo Yan nodded slightly after hearing this, seeming to be quite satisfied with Zhang Fan's statement. He continued: "This time you led the army to defeat Xianbei, and you deserve a lot of credit. I will report your record to the court and ask for credit for you."
Zhang Fan felt warm after hearing this. Although he knew that Guo Mian was not entirely motivated by public motives, the imperial court's award was a kind of recognition of him. He said gratefully: "Thank you General Guo for your support."
