Han Shizu

Chapter 765
WARNING: This chapter is very watery.

From Jingxing, go Taihang and enter Hedong, about a hundred miles of mountain roads, and then arrive at Pingding County.The mountain road leading to Pingding runs northeast-southwest, like a long and narrow corridor. After the development and leveling of successive dynasties, the Jingxing Road is not so cramped. There may be bumps and twists, but it is also much smoother.

Even so, it was not an easy task for a brigade of thousands of people in the Yujia Battalion to pass.In order to reduce the burden, Liu Chengyou directly ordered to throw away all the heavy vehicles for the camp, and change to light vehicles, including his large and heavy Luanjia, which was not taken away. Instead, he took a small vehicle or rode a horse.

Liu Chengyou had experienced the difficulty of mountain roads in his early years, but after being pampered and pampered for many years, it was also difficult to experience it again.Riding in a bumpy car and riding a horse was uncomfortable. In the second half, Liu Chengyou simply chose to walk.

The green hills are secluded, the ancient trees are dense, the mountain walls are sandwiched, high and majestic, the road is on the left side, there are obvious traces of artificial excavation, and the birds and cicadas around are making people drowsy. It is midsummer afternoon and the weather is hot. But the sweltering heat confined in the mountain road still makes people feel uncomfortable.

The brigade marched among the ups and downs of the mountain roads, and the army maintained a serious march. Shi Shouxin's arrangements were in place. He experienced the battle against Shu in Qinfeng two years ago, and he is very experienced in marching on mountain roads.

To explore the road, check the forest wall, and traffic guards, Shi Shouxin arranged very well, just to ensure the safety of the driver, so as to avoid accidents.In this mountain forest, risks are always magnified.Along the way, some private travelers were encountered, and they were all controlled in time, and they were only released after the emperor and empress passed by.

Liu Chengyou didn't think that Shi Shouxin made a fuss out of a molehill and showed it deliberately, but he recognized his rigorous and responsible work attitude and style.In fact, Shi Shouxin's military position will be raised again after returning to the court after the guard tour to the north.

For so many years, all those who have been deployed in the camp are all senior generals of the big man. Murong Yanzhao, Han Tong, Zhao Kuangyin and others are all role models.

Holding a bamboo knot in his hand for support, the single clothes on his body have been soaked with sweat, stained with dust and grass clippings, his body looks a little embarrassed, and his steps are very heavy.

Zhang Dejun wanted to help Liu Chengyou from time to time, but he sternly stopped him, and he stubbornly used the past as an example, such as marching a hundred miles, arriving at night, crossing Taihang, like walking on flat ground.

"How are you doing? Can you still go?" After a short pause, Liu Chengyou turned his head and looked at the four sons who were following him.

It was also Liu Chengyou's order to let the four princes follow him on foot, to temper his will and exercise his physique.No matter how energetic, at such a young age, how can I suffer so much, stop and go, sweat and tears wash my face.

Liu Xi accidentally fell and scratched his palms and arms. Concubine Gao Gui, who was always known as a strict mother, couldn't help feeling distressed and complained to Liu Chengyou.

At this time, upon hearing the concern of the emperor and Lao Tzu, Liu Xu did not complain as usual, he did not complain of suffering or tiredness, but only responded, "I can go!"

But it could be clearly seen that those not-so-strong calves were trembling.

Liu Yang had a bitter face, dripping with sweat, and leaned on the leg of a guard, while Liu Fang was not even interested in talking. He was obviously tired, but his eyes were still bright.

Looking at Liu Xi, Liu Chengyou asked with concern: "How about you? Does it still hurt?"

Liu Xi's face was a little dirty, and the scratches on his hands were simply bandaged, but when they were soaked in sweat, he couldn't help grinning, "It hurts!"

Liu Chengyou still knew the reason why too much was too late. Although he stopped and went, although he took a few breaks in the middle, it was not easy for the four children.

Looking back, Liu Chengyou pointed to the front and said: "Have you seen the mountain ridge in front of you? If you persist, you will rest there. Next, you can take a car!"

Looking along Liu Chengyou's finger, about a hundred feet ahead, there is an obvious ups and downs on the mountain road, forming a gap between the road and the forest, blocking the view and making people want to see the scenery behind the mountain ridge.

Sure enough, Liu Chengyou's words were very effective. With a goal, the mental outlooks of the several sons changed, and they all became more excited, including Liu Xu.

It took about a quarter of an hour to hobble up the mountain ridge with a few princes.Liu Chengyou stared into the distance, behind the mountain ridge, there was another road with no end in sight.

The princes were not in the mood of Liu Chengyou, as if they were relieved, they sat down to rest directly, while little Liu Fang collapsed, leaning on a piece of bluestone, shaking his calf.

"Rub them! Drink some water!" commanded several guards.

"Guanjia, quench your thirst too!" Zhang Dejun took out the water bag pinned to his waist, opened the lid, and handed it to him.

After taking it, he took two simple sips, the warm and sweet drinking water moistened his throat and made him feel comfortable. Of course, at this moment, a glass of iced drink is the only way to enjoy it.

Looking at Zhang Dejun who was attentively waiting beside him, Liu Chengyou couldn't help saying curiously: "I didn't expect that your physique is not bad. After walking for so long on the mountain road, you haven't seen much fatigue. I don't think any soldiers can compare to you. !"

Zhang Dejun replied: "I'm also strengthening my exercise on weekdays, and I have to serve the officials. I'm weak, but I can't do it!"

Don't look at Zhang Dejun as just an eunuch, but as his body has grown over the years, he is tall, strong, capable of martial arts, good at fencing, and ordinary Ouchi guards are not necessarily his opponents.

Liu Chengyou tried to be brave in the past, but this time he stopped, tiredness hit his body, his body was like lead.Even ordinary people feel uncomfortable when they suddenly walk on a mountain road, not to mention Liu Chengyou's body that has been sedentary and seldom exercised.

"Go, see how the queen is doing?" Liu Chengyou asked Zhang Dejun.

"Yes!"

His eyes fell on the four princes. Although they had already recovered, they all seemed unwilling to move.Li Shaoyou walked up, probably because of his perennial lust, his health was weak, and he acted very weak.

Seeing this, Liu Chengyou said with a smile: "Your body needs to be strengthened! Without a strong body, how can you be loyal to the king?"

Li Shaoyou smiled wryly: "I behaved profligately and indulged in women in the early years, and I haven't exercised much in these years. It will be embarrassing if I go for a while!"

As he said that, Li Shaoyou looked at the princes and persuaded him: "Your Highnesses, after all, are young and cannot stand the toss, so take it in moderation!"

"I also know! Taking them out this time, in addition to showing them the cities and mountains of the great man, we should also let them endure hardships, measure mountains and rivers with their feet, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, not just words! "Liu Chengyou waved his hand.

Looking at Li Shaoyou, he suddenly said, "What do you think of my sons?"

In Liu Chengyou's eyes, in Li Shaoyou's eyes, it seemed that a palpitating power was released. Hearing this, he immediately became solemn, and replied cautiously: "They are all dragons and phoenixes among people, and they are worthy of your Majesty. Huang Guizhou!"

The brigade is still marching, constantly crossing the mountain ridge, and moving on.Weiji, the empress, concubine, and concubine Ning also followed, got out of the car, regardless of fatigue, and regardless of Liu Chengyou's care, Dafu's attention was all on the children.

After a while, except for Liu Xu, the third prince fell asleep, and his immature face was almost dripping with fatigue.

"It's just a little tired, don't worry, just sleep and rest more, it will be fine!" Liu Chengyou comforted after seeing the concern of Empress Fu and Concubine Gui.

"Huh!" Da Fu raised his eyebrows lightly, and scolded Liu Chengyou: "Your emperor, if you want to leave, you want to run, we can't stop it. But how old are the children? Liu Fang is only six years old. As a father, how can you bear to let them suffer such pain? !"

When the queen got mad, Liu Chengyou also had to back away, smiled coyly, and stopped talking grandiosely or well-intentioned.Winking at Li Shaoyou, the two cousins ​​walked away quickly, away from the tigress guarding the cubs.

"Your Majesty!" Shi Shouxin, who was checking in front, turned around.

"How far is it, out of the mountain?" Liu Chengyou asked.

"It's less than [-] kilometers away. At the current speed, we should be able to get out of the mountain before dusk. The front team has already contacted Pingding County and is ready to drive," Shi Shouxin said.

"Okay, you've worked hard, make arrangements, and rest in Pingding tonight!" Liu Chengyou ordered.

"Yes!"

"Your Majesty likes this Shi Shouxin very much?" Li Shaoyou couldn't help saying, looking at Shi Shouxin who was able to go away and do it himself.

"A thousand troops are easy to get, but a general is hard to find. I will never have too many of these generals!" Liu Chengyou said.

Li Shaoyou couldn't help being surprised, in the Han army, very few people could be evaluated by the emperor as "the hero of the general".Asked: "Your Majesty has such high expectations for him?"

"Just wait and see!" Liu Chengyou showed confidence in his insipidity.

"But I have overlooked it. Your Majesty has always been known as a man of knowledge. Now it's time to use martial arts. This stone is as trustworthy as a talent. I am also happy for Your Majesty and the big man."

　The northern tour is basically over.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)