No, gentlemen also guard against

Chapter 377 Anti-thief
Tonight, the Xunyang Tower was booked by a large number of people.

Ushered in the long-lost bustling and bustling.

The sound of Miss Qin's pipa, which had been dormant for many days, sounded again in the night beside the Xunyang River.

It attracts cruise ships passing by the high-rise buildings on the river to stop and listen from time to time...

War is an economic barometer.

The main theme, or essence, of a battle is to destroy the enemy's effective force.
rather than all enemy forces.

What are the effective forces within Cai Qin’s army?
Naturally, there were [-] elite soldiers, mainly [-] garrison soldiers who returned home and surrendered Hongzhou soldiers.

In addition to those who stayed behind in Hongzhou City, there were also some surrendered soldiers from Hongzhou who were instigated by Zhu Lingxu and his son to rebel.

The elite troops of Cai Qin's main army were still much larger than Wang Lengran's reinforcements.

However, after the Battle of Guling, Zhu Lingxu defected on the battlefield. Wang Lengran and Zhao Rushi attacked from both sides. The main army was defeated. Cai Qin fled with [-] light cavalry.

However, it was dark at that time, and Guling was adjacent to a deep mountain and old forest. Many of the defeated Hongzhou infantry abandoned their weapons and fled into the deep mountain and old forest, otherwise the victory would have been greater.

However, some of the defeated troops fled to the riverside fleet, but what greeted them was a large fire from Lieutenant General Qin Heng.

In general, in the Battle of Guling, Cai Qin's army suffered nearly a thousand casualties, casualties, and reduced pawns. Although most of the remaining troops escaped, they should not be able to gather together in a short period of time, not to mention that this battle was very difficult for Cai Qin, who had been unstoppable before. The morale of Qin Kuangfu's army was hit.

Not sure though.

After all, the traitor Zhu Lingxu appeared, which caused the success to fall short. Cai Qin and other Kuangfu Army officers and soldiers must now hate this slave with three surnames.

However, the pain of the enemy is the joy of the victor.

Losing their vitality, the counties and towns in Jiangzhou that had been waiting for the wind to surrender one after another broke out and welcomed Master Wang.

Jiangzhou county towns were recovered one after another...

The great victory in the frontline war brought vitality to all walks of life in Xunyang City, including scholars, civilians, industry, and commerce.

The increasingly stable Xunyang City has once again become a favored destination for merchants who seek advantages and avoid disadvantages, and travel from north to south.

The singing and dancing life on the banks of the Xunyang River is back for the time being.

Tonight, the celebration banquet hosted by Jiangzhou Hall was held in Xunyang Building, a famous building in Jiangnan that reopened its doors.

Miss Qin, the pipa master, was specially invited.

But the real protagonists are Wang Lixian of Xunyang who came to celebrate in person, and Wang Lengran, Zhu Lingxu and his son, Zhao Rushi, Qin Heng and others who returned from the victory.

Ouyang Rong led Yan Liulang, Yuan Huaimin, Chen You and other officials from Jiangzhou Hall to a banquet to celebrate.

Even Miao Zhen, the female official in Cai Shang who oversees Xunyang City, came, along with a group of newly arrived female officials, to announce Her Majesty the Queen's latest award.

However, Ouyang Rong took a look at the group of female historians, and there was no real figure among them.

I don’t know if this cold and cold girl in palace attire is still in Xunyang City.

"What is Brother Lianghan thinking? Is he also obsessed with Miss Qin's pipa music?"

Ouyang Rong, whose face was in trance, was disrupted by Yuan Huaimin sitting next to him.

He turned around and took a look.

While Yuan Huaimin raised his head to drink, he squinted his eyes slightly, shook his head and listened to the pipa girl playing on the high platform in the center of the hall.

It can be seen that Yuan Huaimin was not interested in the theme of the celebration banquet, but was only interested in the fairy music that he had not heard for a long time due to the war.

Ouyang Rong is not the protagonist of tonight's dinner, he is just here for a routine celebration.

He and Yuan Huaimin were seated quite far away from King Xunyang who was at the top.

Ouyang Rong took a sip of wine, listened to the sound of the pipa, and turned to look at the scene in the hall.

King Li Xun of Xunyang sat at the head of the banquet.

Wang Lengran and Zhu Lingxu sat on his left and right hands respectively, as the protagonists tonight.

As for Zhu Lingxu's eldest son, Zhu Yuheng, and Jishui County Wei Zhao Ruzhi, they sat opposite Jiangzhou officials such as Ouyang Rong and Yuan Huaimin.

Everyone sat in two rows on the left and right, and on the open stage in the middle was the sound of Miss Qin's pipa and the graceful dancing girl.

The maids serving wine passed by the table from time to time.

"Hey, Brother Lianghan, there are beautiful people, wine, sounds, and delicious food tonight, but why are you either in a daze or chatting... Isn't it possible that no one appreciates these truly beautiful things?"

At this time, Yuan Huaimin beside him sounded a little excited and said without looking back:

"Brother Lianghan, look, Miss Qin seems to be looking over, she seems to be watching...

"Miss Qin is indeed as elegant as me. Did she also find that no one appreciates good news... Hey, Miss Qin must have noticed that although the banquet is noisy, I can only appreciate her pipa music. Otherwise, Miss Qin What's going on with those tender, watery eyes..."

Yuan Huaimin sounded quite proud.

Ouyang Rong came to his senses after hearing this and couldn't help but look at his friend's happy face.

He remained silent and glanced at Miss Pipa in the center of the stage, their eyes colliding with each other.

For some reason, Ouyang Rong's mind always automatically conjured up certain white scenes of people holding a pipa and half-covering their faces.

Dispelling the strange scene, he pretended not to notice the beautiful woman's sudden joyful gaze.

"Brother Lianghan, look, Miss Qin seems to be smiling at me..."

Ouyang Rong raised the wine bottle and poured a glass of wine for Yuan Huaimin:

"Isn't it said that performing arts does not involve selling one's body? What does Huai Min expect?"

Yuan Huaimin was a little embarrassed and whispered:
"Actually, I don't expect anything. I just appreciate her pipa sound. It's like meeting a close friend. So, Brother Lianghan should understand."

"Understood, of course I understand."

Ouyang Rong nodded and sighed:
"Brother Huaimin likes elegant things, but it's a pity that I'm a vulgar person and can't get used to elegant things."

Yuan Huaimin was curious and wanted to speak.

At this moment, there was another movement at the banquet, and he turned around to look.

It was Miaozhen and other court ladies who had just arrived, and they read to everyone the latest book written by Her Majesty the Queen, who was so happy in Luoyang:
Zhu Lingxu abandoned the secret and turned to the bright side, and resumed his position as the governor of Hongzhou. Now that Hongzhou was still occupied, he was asked to continue to lead Hongzhou's troops to surrender, and then cooperated with Jiangzhou Hall to regain Hongzhou.

Zhao Ruzhi, a lieutenant in Jishui County, organized the people to be brave and resisted the rebels for his merits, and was named a guerrilla general.

At the same time, Zhu Lingxu's eldest son, Zhu Yuheng, was granted the title of Captain Guoyi...

At the same time, Wang Lengran, Ouyang Rong, Qin Heng and other Jiangzhou officials also had varying degrees of merit and rewards.

After the book-making was announced, Miaozhen left with the female officials.

The atmosphere of the banquet was warm and enjoyable.

Although this reward does not sound like a big reward,

However, Wang Lengran and others who were involved in the officialdom of the Zhou Dynasty knew that it was still a wartime situation. These were just appetizers, used to clear the names of Zhu Lingxu, Zhu Yuheng and others who had made meritorious service in defecting, so as to facilitate the subsequent military operations.

Military achievements and other achievements have been clearly recorded, and Jane is in the Sacred Heart. When the Kuangfu rebels are quelled, it will be time for promotion and fortune.

Wang Lengran's old face was red with wine, he put down his cup and looked happy.

Zhu Lingxu and others also breathed a sigh of relief, smiled, and continued drinking.

They are different from the beaming ones.

Ouyang Rong's face was calm, as if he was staying out of the incident, watching the graceful figures of Miaozhen and others leaving.

In fact, he was also credited with a military merit.

He deserves credit for defending the city and providing good logistics, and he also deserves credit for providing strong oil to help Qin Heng burn the rebel ships...

However, there was not much happiness in Ouyang Rong's eyes.

At this time, he seemed to notice a certain gaze on his head. He turned his head and found that it was King Xunyang Lixian. He looked over from the corner of his eye while toasting to drink.The two looked at each other, expressionless.

The book-making sent by Miaozhen this time revealed some faint trends in the change of His Majesty's mind.

Ouyang Rong has a good memory and just heard it mentioned in the book making that Zhu Lingxu was inspired by the King of Wei...

It seems that this first achievement is recorded on Wei's head.

It's just that Her Majesty the Queen did not reward King Wei of the Wei family in the book.

This is bad news, compared to the Xunyang Palace and the Baoli faction.

If you don’t award a reward immediately for meritorious service, then when will you award it?

Obviously, the chief military officer of Jiangzhou Road, who was being disputed by the court officials, was probably found.

"Ouyang Changshi is really not born to smile. He has this expression even though he has received a military award."

Wang Lengran suddenly spoke and raised his glass to Ouyang Rong.

Zhu Lingxu, Zhu Yuheng, Zhao Rushi and others turned to look.

Ouyang Rong raised his glass in response, took a sip and said calmly:

"It's better that Mr. Wang understands the official."

"I dare not take this seriously. I don't understand Ouyang Changshi's thoughts at all."

Wang Lengran shook his head and said in an unhappy tone:

"Dudu Zhu abandoned the secrets and turned to the bright side. It was obviously a great achievement, and it was enough to prove his loyalty to the emperor and his intention to serve the country. However, Ouyang Changshi insisted on forcing Dudu Zhu's Hongzhou troops to be stationed outside the city in the past few days, and not a single soldier was allowed to enter the city for the night.

"Even when Governor Zhu and Young Master Zhu entered the city, Ouyang Changshi sent people from Yan Canjun and Judiciary Cao to follow them, just like supervising prisoners...

"I really don't understand what Ouyang Changshi means. I guess it's not what the prince meant..."

"It has nothing to do with the prince. Mr. Wang has a very rich imagination."

Ouyang Rong immediately interrupted, first looking at Wang Lengran who seemed to have endured it for a long time, he nodded:

"Let Judiciary Cao's people follow to protect the safety of Governor Zhu and Young Master Zhu.

"The reason why Hongzhou's soldiers are not allowed to enter the city is because they are afraid that Li Zhengyan and Cai Qin may be among them. Governor Zhu and Master Zhu are very loyal. How can I dare to doubt them."

Wang Lengran frowned:
"Captain Zhu is both civil and military, and Mr. Zhu is also a tiger father without a dog son. Wherever your people are needed for protection, if you really want to, let their personal guards enter the city. They are no safer than the people of the Qin faction.

"Ouyang Changshi, are you sure there is no personal grudge involved?"

He snorted coldly and said with a righteous face:

"Now that Your Majesty's reward has arrived, Governor Zhu Du has been reinstated, and His Highness the King of Wei has endorsed him. Is Ouyang Changshi doing this to question the judgment of Your Majesty and the King of Wei?"

Ouyang Rong shook his head:

"Don't dare.

"However, I am the governor of Jiangzhou and have the duty of guarding the city. Prince Xunyang's Mansion is also in the city. It has important stakes and I must beware of all risks.

"If Mr. Wang is dissatisfied, you can report it to the court and ask whether what I have done violates the rules."

"you……"

Ouyang Rong and Wang Lengran's confrontational conversation made the atmosphere in the table silent.

Zhu Lingxu and Zhu Yuheng both had expressions unchanged, either lowering their heads to drink, or turning their heads to laugh, as if they had not heard anything.

Wang Lengran looked very unhappy because his adjutant was backed by Prince Xunyang's palace and was not given face in front of outsiders.

After a few more faint replies, Ouyang Rong ignored Wang Lengran and turned to apologize to Zhu Lingxu and his son:

"I'm sorry, it's my duty. I hope you two can take more care of me. Xunyang City still welcomes Governor Zhu and Young Master Zhu. However, please do not allow more than ten personal guards to enter the city."

"it is good."

Zhu Lingxu turned around, nodded calmly, and said in a kind tone:

"I understand, Ouyang Changshi has worked hard."

"Ah."

Ouyang Rong nodded calmly, looked at Zhu Lingxu, and then turned to stare at Zhu Yuheng for a while. He suddenly smiled:

"Ah."

Everyone couldn't help but look sideways. The chuckle that reached their ears was inevitably a bit contemptuous, especially after looking at it in front of others.

Yan Liulang and others looked at Zhu Lingxu and his son with great interest.

Zhu Lingxu's expression did not change, and he was not annoyed at all.

Zhu Yuheng kept his head down and drank the whole time.

Zhu Lingxu's eyes showed a little curiosity:
"Ouyang Changshi Xiaohe, are there any stains on my face?"

"The face is very clean." Ouyang Rong nodded: "Dudu Zhu really endures humiliation and bear heavy burdens, is able to bend and stretch, and is a real man..."

"Uh."

He smiled and said, "Well, what I'm talking about is that when Governor Zhu was with Cai Qin, how could a man stay under someone else for a long time?"

"Haha." Zhu Lingxu smiled and shook his head: "Ouyang Changshi is really funny."

Onlookers noticed that the two of them seemed to be in a good mood after chatting.

Ouyang Rong glanced at Zhu Yuheng who was quietly picking up food and drinking wine with his head down.

I can't help but remember the way Zhu Yuheng followed Yue Ziang in an impassioned manner after a drinking tour when Li Zhengyan, Wei Shaoqi and others were in Xunyang City.

The statement made at that time did not seem to be false.

This is probably why Zhu Yuheng doesn't dare to look at Ouyang Rong at the moment.

Oh, this father and son are so interesting.

The celebration banquet continued.

During the banquet, Ouyang Rong glanced at the Jishui County captain named Zhao Rushi across from him and observed carefully. After the banquet, Zhao Rushi and Zhu Lingxu frequently made eye contact, toasted and talked very closely.

As expected, this person was a close subordinate of Zhu Lingxu. The previous resistance in Jishui County seemed to have been planned for a long time.

Ouyang Rong thought.

After a while, the celebration banquet ended in the cold war between Ouyang Rong and Wang Lengran.

After drinking and eating, everyone dispersed.

Perhaps because he understood that as a subordinate, he was naturally inferior, and because he was in someone else's territory, Zhu Lingxu's attitude was very humble and he was very good at conducting himself.
He took the initiative to stop at the door, staying away from everyone one by one, and even said goodbye to Yan Liulang in a loud voice.

His performance left a good impression on most Jiangzhou officials except Ouyang Rong and Yan Liulang.

Everyone left one after another.

Under the red lantern at the gate, a certain Hongzhou Governor who had been reinstated stood silently and watched everyone.

Zhu Yuheng walked up behind him silently and whispered: "Father, when we were in Hongzhou, we were so hot-blooded and impulsive. It's all the child's fault..."

"To shut up."

Zhu Lingxu stood with his hands behind his back, a smile on his face, and turned his head to glance at the back of the handsome Chang Shi who was guarding him like a thief in the distance.

"This boy is not good. He is keeping an eye on him. He is under someone else's care now, so be careful what you say."

"Yes……"

(End of this chapter)