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Qiao Mingtang looked outside the door, and suddenly heard a soft sigh in his ear, he was taken aback, turned his head to look, and saw Mrs. Qiao's beautiful face, he was relieved, and did not speak, Mrs. Qiao Already asked: "Is the master really planning to let Wei Tongzhi take the blame?"

Qiao Mingtang didn't answer right away, walked back to the table, and said, "Madam, don't ask too many questions about these things."

Mrs. Qiao immediately said: "Master, Wei Tianqing was able to come back and was restrained voluntarily. All these show that he has no ambiguity towards the master. In this case, why did the master detain him and put him in prison?"

"I said before, women should not ask about these matters." Qiao Mingtang frowned and said, "Ma'am, important national affairs are not something you women can understand."

Mrs. Qiao raised her eyebrows and said, "Master, are you really worried that the imperial court will pursue the responsibility for this defeat? Even if it is true, how can Wei Tianqing bear it all by himself? You also said that the Holy Majesty and Chu Huan has a suspicion. If he knew that Wei Tianqing had a friendship with Chu Huan, and he suffered a big defeat this time, how could he let Wei Tianqing go? If you let Wei Tianqing take the blame, that is to let him die. ...!"

Qiao Mingtang's face was a little ugly, and he said: "Wei Tianqing ruined my [-] elite soldiers in Xishan, shouldn't he take the responsibility? I worked hard in Xishan for many years, and the family property I finally accumulated was ruined by him once. Shouldn't he give it to me?" An explanation?"

"My lord, I know you feel uncomfortable." Madam Qiao sighed: "But Wei Tianqing was defeated this time, did he want to lose? You often said that victory or defeat is a common matter in military affairs. If this is the case, why this time?" And blame him so much? How many people around you are really able to use you? How many people are there who are truly loyal and can go through life and death with you? Wei Tianqing can not only take on important responsibilities, but also be loyal to you. Now you don’t To protect him, but to let him die, you... aren't you breaking your own wings?"

With a cold face, Qiao Mingtang sneered and said, "Do you think I'm unkind? Or are you reluctant to let Wei Tianqing die?"

Mrs. Qiao's delicate body trembled, her face turned pale, "You...what did you say?"

"Ever since Wei Tianqing saved you back then, you have always spoken well of him in my ears." Qiao Mingtang said coldly, "In your eyes, he is a good man that is hard to find in the world, isn't he?"

Madam Qiao's beautiful eyes were instantly filled with anger, she stepped forward, raised her hand and was about to slap her, Qiao Mingtang grabbed Madam Qiao's wrist with quick eyesight, tears rolled down from Madam Qiao's eyes, and said in a trembling voice: "Qiao Mingtang , you... how can you say such a thing? I have been with you for so many years, you... don't you know what I am, how can... how can you say such a thing? "

Seeing Mrs. Qiao's sad expression, with tears in her eyes, Qiao Mingtang smiled bitterly and said, "Ma'am, it's...it's me talking nonsense, you...don't blame me. This defeat, Xishan Dao Lian lost two states, the Holy Majesty will never forgive easily, I...I am also anxious in my heart, so I will speak unscrupulously...!"

"You are just impatient, how can you say such words to insult me?" Mrs. Qiao said sadly: "I said this, not all because of you. Wei Tianqing is by your side, he is the important general by your side, if he dies, Those people who have ulterior motives are actually happy in their hearts... That's all, I can't control my mouth, don't worry, from now on, I will never say a word, even if the flood is torrential, it will be with me It's nothing to do with it." With all his might, he broke free from Qiao Mingtang's hand, turned around and left without saying a word.

Qiao Mingtang watched Mrs. Qiao leave, sat down, and suddenly clenched his fist and slammed it hard on the table. There was a "choking" sound, the dishes on the table vibrated, and oil and water splashed everywhere.

At this moment, from the corner of Qiao Mingtang's eyes, he saw a figure flashing past the gate, and said in a deep voice, "Who is it?"

The man retreated slowly, but it turned out to be a domestic servant, kneeling outside the gate, a little frightened: "My lord, outside...there is someone begging to see...!"

"The governor didn't see anyone." Qiao Mingtang waved his hand and said, "Let him report something tomorrow."

Before he finished speaking, he heard a clear voice laughing and said: "Do you want to keep people away thousands of miles away? This Marquis has urgent military affairs, but I really can't wait until tomorrow."

Qiao Mingtang was a little surprised when he heard the voice, but saw a burly man in armor turning out from the side. I thought it was quite unfamiliar, but hearing him call himself "Benhou" made me shiver. There are not many titles in Qin State, so being able to be a Marquis in Qin State is no small matter.

Although Qiao Mingtang is a governor, it is an official position and does not have a title. Although the governor holds real power, the title is only an honor, but in terms of face, a governor will never dare to offend the Marquis.

As for the marquis of the empire, although Qiao Mingtang knew exactly how many there were, but the person in front of him was at most 30 years old, and he thought to himself, for someone who got the title of marquis at such a young age, looking at the empire, he seemed to be unable to think of a single person.

However, since the other party dared to call himself Marquis, it is obvious that the background is not small, and the other party came here without the permission of the general report, which should not be underestimated. ...!"

The man cupped his hands and said with a smile: "Hexi Feng Polu, thanks to His Majesty's great love, granted him the title of first-class Marquis of Beiyong. I also ask Governor Qiao to give me some advice!"

Qiao Mingtang suddenly realized when he heard the words, and immediately remembered that the person in front of him was none other than the former Hexi governor Feng Yuanpo's confidant, who later defected to Yingxiang's command and helped Yingxiang take over the Hexi army. This person was named Beiyonghou Qiao Mingtang actually heard about it, but he saw it suddenly today, but he didn't think of it for a while.

Feng Polu was only under the control of the Hexi Imperial Guards before, and his status is naturally different from that of Qiao Mingtang. If they met in the past, Feng Polu would naturally not be able to sit on an equal footing with Qiao Mingtang. Feng Polu is an indispensable figure in Hexi soldiers and horses, and now he can be said to be a figure that Dingwu relies heavily on, otherwise he would not have been granted the title of marquis at a young age.

Qiao Mingtang was surprised, but his heart trembled. He was still thinking about how the imperial court would react when they heard the news of Xishan's defeat, but he didn't expect that when Cao Cao arrived, Hexi had already sent Feng Po. The captives come.

But when I thought about it for a moment, the news of the fall of Xiguguan was sent to Hexi by flying horses early. Hexi must have known the news of the fall of Xiguguan. People may not know everything, so how could the imperial court predict the future and even send a general?

Qiao Mingtang was suspicious, but he forced a smile on his face and said: "It turns out that the Marquis of Beiyong is here, so he is negligent. Please come to the lobby and sit down, Lord Marquis!"

Feng Polu glanced at the table in the room, and saw that the table was full of wine and dishes, but several dishes were overturned, and the table was covered with oil stains. He said with a smile: "Governor Qiao seems to be in a bad mood, drinking alone here?"

Qiao Mingtang said calmly, "Master Hou, please!"

Feng Polu followed Qiao Mingtang to the lobby, and seated the guests and hosts. Qiao Mingtang asked cautiously, "What is the purpose of Hou Ye's coming here this time? Could it be sent by the Holy One?"

"If it wasn't for the Holy Majesty's will, this Marquis wouldn't come to bother me." Feng Polu was a tall man, dressed in armor, with a fierce spirit, but when he spoke, he was also high-spirited, with a sense of condescension, which seemed to be Treating Qiao Mingtang as a subordinate, he asked directly: "Governor Qiao, what's the situation over there at the pass?"

"Pass?" Qiao Mingtang was taken aback, "Master Hou, you mean... Xigu Pass?"

"Naturally it is Xigu Pass." Feng Polu said: "After receiving the report, the Holy Majesty knew that Xigu Pass had fallen, and he was worried that Chu Huan would take the opportunity to lead his troops into the pass. It is said that the cavalry of the Northwest Army is very strong, and your Xishan soldiers and horses may be difficult to parry. Therefore, the holy decree is that this Marquis will lead ten thousand cavalry to come for reinforcements, to ensure the safety of Xishan, and to form a barrier on the west side to prevent the Northwest Army from entering the pass...!"

Qiao Mingtang's complexion changed slightly, but Feng Polu continued: "Ten thousand cavalry are still halfway up, and they can arrive in three days at the latest. The Marquis hastened his horse and led his own soldiers and retinues to come first. Governor Qiao discusses the next matters." Leaning forward slightly, he said: "When we came, the Holy Majesty told us that after Chu Huan took Xiguguan, he would never let it go. Their purpose of taking Xiguguan was to open it. The connection between the northwest and the pass is now full of thieves and rebels, if the road is opened up, Chu Huan will definitely work hand in hand with the rebels in the pass, and the consequences will be disastrous...!"

At this moment, Qiao Mingtang had a trace of cold sweat on his forehead, and forced a smile, "What Hou Ye said is true."

"Although Xiguguan was captured, the connection between the northwest and the interior of the pass has not been completely opened up." Feng Polu said solemnly: "The Holy Majesty is worried that Chu Huan is likely to attack Tongzhou in the future, so he marched in Chu Huan. Before, we had to strengthen the defense of Tongzhou, and we had to build a barrier in Tongzhou to block the roads of Northwesterners...!" Looking up, he said: "The Holy Majesty is very concerned about this place, and he mobilized [-] Most of the elite cavalry are barbarian cavalry capable of conscripting and fighting, with [-] elite cavalry, plus Governor Qiao’s Xishan Jianer, we have enough troops to build a defense line in Tongzhou and block Chu Huan to death.”

There was more cold sweat on Qiao Mingtang's forehead. Feng Polu had already noticed that something was wrong, and frowned, "Is Governor Qiao feeling unwell? His face...seems a little ugly? It's really not good. You should rest for a day, and we will go back tomorrow." Make a detailed plan, and when the soldiers and horses arrive, you can rush to Tongzhou without stopping...!"

Qiao Mingtang knew that he couldn't hide the matter, and sighed: "Master Hou, you... are late!"

"Are you late?" Feng Polu didn't understand for a while, and asked curiously, "What does Governor Qiao mean?"

Qiao Mingtang said dejectedly: "Tongzhou has fallen, not only that, but Liangzhou has also been occupied by Chu Huan. My main force in Xishan has been... the entire army has been wiped out...!"

Feng Polu opened his eyes wide and opened his mouth, but he couldn't make a sound for a while.

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