Han Shizu

Chapter 777
A group of more than a hundred riders galloped east along the Weinan Avenue.In midsummer, there is still a bit of tension in the air in Jingzhao. As the prefecture and county that suffered the most serious chaos, the word "recovery" is not easy to talk about.

However, the weather finally turned around, and the passing acres could clearly see the farmers working hard to harvest under the scorching sun.Looking at the action of sweating profusely, I can't help feeling empathy, feeling dry mouth and tongue.

At major traffic intersections, there are still officers, soldiers, and village braves setting up card checks to conduct spot checks on passers-by.However, when they saw the galloping knights, they honestly let them go, and actively drove the travelers away, making way for them to pass.

"So flamboyant, such a majestic cavalry!" Looking at the cavalry rushing to the east with the rush of cries, a young village soldier in light linen clothes by the side of Daoka sighed with envy and yearning .

"Can you not be majestic?" The middle-aged man next to him should be the leader of this village soldier. Hearing this, he immediately said, "Do you know who just passed by?"

"Captain, do you know who it is?" Xiang Yong, one of his subordinates, suddenly became interested.

"Someone said that you young people are illiterate, do you even know the word 'Xiang'?" Under the eyes of everyone, the captain of the village soldier felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart, and said in an old-fashioned way: "Seeing that high-hanging flag?" Well, in Guanlong, there is only one person who can raise this banner."

Looking around, the captain's voice was still ups and downs: "That's the commander in chief of the Southwest Capital Deployment. That's the frontier general who defeated the Shu bandits, captured Qin and Feng, and has tens of thousands of elite soldiers in his hands. Tell me, is he majestic or not!"

"So, the general in the center just now is the rumored handsome Xiang Du?" Someone asked in surprise.

"It should be!" The captain said with some confidence: "Just now, there are many people around him, all wearing precious armor and brocade robes. In the army, non-senior generals are not allowed to wear them. This guard."

As he said that, the captain couldn't help scolding: "You ignorant children, you still want to go forward to intercept and inspect. You are really ignorant and fearless. Can you investigate? If I didn't stop you, I'm afraid your lives will be in danger!"

"Sure enough, the power and influence are outstanding. Just now Du Shuai only took one look at me, and I was too scared to move!" A village soldier said with fear.

"Okay, don't be lazy here, search those people quickly!" The captain took the lead, greeted Xiangyong, and pointed to a group of travelers who were avoiding in the road.

"Nowadays, where are there still thieves? Even if there are, do you dare to come out? Those people look like passers-by. The scorching sun can dry people up. Aren't we suffering here for nothing! Why don't we go home and help Threshing wheat at home." A villager, holding a knife upside down, muttered.

It's understandable to think about it. It's the season of milling wheat grain. A grown man's labor force has a great effect on the family.

But listening to his words, the captain couldn't help but patted his head, cursing: "You still dare to complain, do you think a certain family is willing? Who dares to disobey the official order. Remember, the emperor comes to Chang'an, we are the guarantee Law and order, so as not to frighten the thieves."

On the edge of Daoka, there are some businessmen passing by. It is the farming season, and ordinary people cannot escape from the farmland. Of course, those who can drive goods on the road when there is a big chaos are also brave people. .

"What do you mean, you want to bribe me?" Facing the small string of copper coins handed over by the leading merchant, the captain shouted loudly.

"I don't have any other intentions, it's just that the weather is hot, and you brothers have worked so hard. With this little money, I can just let you buy some tea to quench your thirst." The merchant had a flattering smile and a familiar expression.

"You don't know the government's ban, but a certain family knows! You are so diligent, but I want to check what goods you brought!" The captain seemed to refuse this, walked to the back of the pack horse, and then skillfully moved the Put the small string of copper coins in your sleeve.

"They're all native goods and leather goods. They're sold in Chang'an!" the merchant said with caution in his tone.

After a while, the captain's voice sounded: "No problem, let's go!"

Just as the captain of the village soldiers guessed, the cavalry team that crossed the border was deployed by the Southwest Commander Xiang Xun. Apart from the two cavalry guards, they were accompanied by a group of high-ranking generals from the Southwest, including Gao Huaide.

"You are handsome, let's take a break, and keep running, people can bear it, but horses can't bear it!" Gao Huaide persuaded a group of people to stop their horses on the west bank of Fengshui in Hu County.

Due to the turmoil in Guanzhong and Shu, Xiang Xun personally arranged for the maintenance of stability, went down to the army for inspection, and when he was summoned by the emperor to make a document, he had already visited Xingyuan Mansion.However, he did not dare to neglect the call of the Son of Heaven, so he hurried east to pay his respects, and notified the senior generals.

After driving all the way, everyone was exhausted. After hearing the persuasion, Xiang Xun said: "It's not right, let Your Majesty wait for a long time!"

But seeing that everyone was sweating profusely and panting, Xiang Xun slowed down and said, "The left and right sides have reached Fengshui, and we can cross with light horses, so let's take a rest and drink some water!"

"Yes!"

A group of people walked to the water bank under the shade of the trees to enjoy the coolness for a while.Pointing at the buttocks, Xiang Xun said with a wry smile: "It's been a long time since I've been in such a hurry, I can't bear the flesh between my legs!"

Gao Huaide replied pointingly: "Since the Qin and Feng wars, the upper and lower levels have also rested for a year and a half."

"It seems that the use of possession is eager to make contributions!" Xiang Xun couldn't help laughing: "This time I pay homage to the king, maybe I can ask your majesty to fight!"

"Speaking of which, I haven't seen His Majesty for four full years!" Looking at the golden Fengshui River under the scorching sun, Xiang Xun was a little emotional, and his gaze inevitably became a little more serious.

Leading the army on the frontier and holding a lot of power in his hands is certainly prominent and majestic, but with the growth of the years, this concern has also increased. It is far less relaxed than when he served as the general of the imperial army and guarded the imperial city in Tokyo.

The frontier army of the Han Dynasty, where heavy troops are assembled, is Hebei and Southwest. Compared with Hebei, the Southwest has much more autonomy because of its preparations for the war to destroy Shu. Similarly, the power in Xiang Xun's hands is also Much heavier.

Although there is a saying that the military and the government are separated and each performs his own duties, how can the local officials not give some face to the commander in chief of the Southwest on weekdays.

In the past two years, as his status and power have grown, Xiang Xun's anxiety has gradually deepened, and he has become more cautious in his actions, not daring to overstep.Of course, it is not a bad thing to have a sense of urgency and awe, especially for a border deployment and army commander like him.

At dusk, the sun was setting to the west, and the light it released was no longer so blazing.Inside Yongwang's mansion, there was a burst of excitement. In front of and behind the courtyard, a group of southwestern generals headed by Xiang Xun all took off their armor and clothes, and showered and cleansed themselves under the service of the palace servants.That's right, when the generals came, Liu Chengyou personally ordered them to be served by the palace servants to wash them away from the heat.

The well water that has been exposed to the sun is poured on the body, dripping freely, and it washes away not only the smell of sweat, but also the fatigue of the journey.

"Go get me some cold water!" Murong Chengtai couldn't help shouting while standing in the sun with his shirt off.

The servant at the side said cautiously: "Your Majesty has ordered that cold water hurts your health and should not be used by the generals. However, the younger ones have prepared iced drinks, and you can enjoy them after bathing!"

Hearing his words, the generals couldn't help saying: "I never thought that the emperor would be so thoughtful!"

At sunset, the generals, who had washed away the dust and sweat and put on the summer clothes bestowed by the emperor, entered the garden neatly and saluted Liu Chengyou together.The scene was not so serious, Liu Chengyou sat comfortably on a stone bench, and the lawn was ready for the dwarf, and he gestured to the generals to take their seats with a friendly attitude.

"How? Are you satisfied with my hospitality?" Liu Chengyou glanced at the dozen or so generals of the Southwest Frontier Army neatly in front of him.

Hearing this, Xiang Xun took the initiative to say: "Your Majesty, after being summoned, I came here at a gallop. Chang'an is very hot. For me, there is nothing more enjoyable than a few buckets of bath soup and a few glasses of iced drinks!"

Hearing his answer, Liu Chengyou looked at Xiang Xun and said with a smile: "It's good if you don't think it's shabby! If it wasn't for the Huaqing Palace's disrepair, decay and depression, I would definitely invite you to take a dip in the Huaqing Pool!"

"I'm afraid I'm going to dirty the royal pool!" Xiang Xun said humbly.

"Xingmin's words are wrong!" Liu Chengyou waved his hand: "Your lords don't shy away from hard work and fight for the country. Even if you really have the luxury of Huaqing, it's hard to deserve the credit of your lords!"

"Your Majesty is serious!"

Looking at Xiang Xun, who is in his prime, his beard is much thicker than before, Liu Chengyou pointed to the generals present and said: "The generals here, some of them are familiar faces, and some I don't know, Xingmin, don't introduce me introduce?"

(End of this chapter)