villain

Chapter 374

The end of the new year is approaching, the carriage is driving along the official road, and two hundred knights line up in front of and behind the carriage, orderly and solemn.

The person sitting in the car was an old woman with a bright head.

His eyes are blind (gu), his face is old, and he is sleeping on a soft tiger skin mattress.

The two maids sat respectfully by the car curtain, not daring to speak, even breathing very lightly.

In the wilderness, it is covered with snow.

Although the depression is chilling, the saplings on the roadside have already sprouted green branches, indicating that spring is coming.

More than a dozen knights surrounded the carriage, the leader was about thirty years old, with broad shoulders and a round waist, with a bandit air.Wearing a ring armor with locks and big leaves, a helmet with eight treasures and phoenix wings on his head, and a golden machete on the saddle bridge.

"Brother Yu, if you climb over the mountains ahead, you will be in Xuzhou's territory!"

A guard urged the horse to the side of the leader and said in a low voice, "Shouldn't it be time to do something?"

Brother Yu glanced at the people around him, his eyes were slightly closed, his face was gloomy, he pondered for a moment, then nodded slightly.

"It's getting late, and I'm camping in the valley in front tonight. The old lady must be exhausted, so it's good to have a rest. Yu Qi, take the brothers to hunt some prey, and they have been gnawing on that for the past two days. Dry food, a bird is almost fading out of his mouth."

The leader's rather humane words immediately attracted everyone's approval.

The curtain of the car was lifted, and a maid said: "Brother Nanrong, the old lady asked, why is it so noisy outside?"

A cold light flashed in Brother Yu's eyes, and he said to himself: Does this old beggar really think she is some kind of extraordinary person?Coming all the way from the Western Regions, I have received a lot of anger from you.Today is just right to make a break with you.

"Sister Xiaocui, it's not that we deliberately interrupted the old lady's rest. The road is indeed difficult. The brothers are a little tired after driving for a day. Looking at the sky, it's not too early. Maybe there will be another day at night. The wind is blowing...there is a valley ahead, we will rest in the valley tonight, we will start early tomorrow morning, and we will be there in the evening."

Brother Yu's voice is very loud, presumably the old lady in the car can also hear it.

However, the old lady was able to put on a show, and she obviously heard it, but she wanted that little Cui'er to repeat it to her again.

A moment later, Xiao Cui'er lifted the curtain of the car again, revealing her charming face.

"Then it's hard work, Brother Nan Rong... I will rest in the valley tonight. The old lady said that when I get to Xuzhou, Master Liu will definitely reward you big brothers."

"Then I would like to thank the old lady for the reward!"

Brother Yu was full of joy, and said loudly: "Brothers, have you heard, the old lady said that when you arrive in Xuzhou, you will be rewarded!"

"Thank you, Madam, for the reward!"

The knights laughed and answered, but it's hard to say how much of the words came from the heart.

After the carriage entered the valley, someone immediately went to arrange camping.

This valley is not too big, but it can easily accommodate 500 people.There are jagged rocks and steep cliffs in the valley.

On the uneven cliffs, vines hang down, and a few branches sway gently in the wind. The snow on the branches flutters, like a celestial girl scattering flowers, fluttering, fluttering, and fascinated. misty……

The old lady in this car is Liu Bei's mother.

When the Western Regions were still in fierce battle, Dong Xi and Nan Rongyu secretly took Liu Bei's mother and left Shu County.

They were going to seek refuge with Cao Cao, relying on the cover of Nan Rongyu's subordinates along the way, went through many obstacles, and finally arrived in Xuchang without any danger.At this time, Cao Cao was having a headache when Liu Bei blocked his way to Xuzhou. Although he couldn't trust Nan Rongyu and Dong Xi, he knew the existence of Dong Xi.

Back then, when Zheng Tai conspired against Dong Zhuo, he had many contacts with Cao Cao.

Vaguely, Cao Cao had heard of Dong Xi's name from Zhong Shao, so he still believed it.

He was about to make a fuss about Liu Bei's mother, but he didn't want Liu Bei to be a killer.

This made Cao Cao very uncomfortable, but Liu Bei's subsequent attitude made Cao Cao more or less relieved.What is he most afraid of?What I am most afraid of is that Liu Bei and Yuan Shao will join forces, it will be a big trouble.

Fortunately, Liu Bei didn't seem to want to live under Yuan Shao's command, and his words faintly revealed the meaning of forming an alliance with Cao Cao.

This Liu Bei is really troublesome.

The existence of this guy in Xuzhou's wars over the past few years has made Cao Cao quite troublesome.

Since he doesn't want to be attached to Yuan Shao anymore, it's an opportunity.Split them up first, and then clean them up one by one.

Therefore, he ordered Nan Rongyu to send Mrs. Liu to Xuzhou.

To be honest, this Mrs. Liu is difficult to serve, not to mention her eccentric temper, she is not too oily, and she likes to show off.Especially knowing that his son is now a relative of the emperor, his temper becomes even more uncomfortable.

Nan Rongyu set up camp in the valley, and invited the old lady into the warm tent.

At this time, more than a dozen of his subordinates also brought game, and they started grilling in the middle of the valley, next to the small water pool.

Xiao Cui'er came to fetch water, and Nan Rongyu helped her enthusiastically.

This little girl was born very well, with a gentle temper, and knows how to be considerate... It's a pity that she is going to be a sheep in the mouth of a tiger.

Since ancient times, the maids of this rich family have been the master's playthings to put it bluntly.

Sooner or later, he will want to buy Liu Bei's goods cheaply. Anyway, he has no chance, but it doesn't matter if he asks for some cheap things.

Xiao Cui'er was not angry either, she would always blushed and slip away with her head down.

But it made a group of old men look straight in the eyes, and some people even booed: "Tui'er, have you taken a fancy to Brother Nan Rong?"

Xiao Cui'er glared at the group of men, then lowered her head and entered the warm tent.

"Okay, okay, why are you always teasing other girls? Eat and drink quickly, take a good rest, and leave tomorrow morning."

"Here!"

To be honest, this wilderness is really not interesting.

It got dark unknowingly, and at Xu time, dark clouds covered the moon, and it began to snow.

This may be the last heavy snow before the New Year...

Nan Rongyu took a sip of wine and looked at the dark night sky.But the poem couldn't help but sounded in my mind: Qi Yue has no clothes, and I share the same robe with my son.Wang Yu Xingshi, repairing my spear and fighting against my son...

I really miss those days!
Looking at the guys around the campfire, there is always a strange feeling.When this thing is over, you can go home!

Thinking of this, Nan Rongyu took a big gulp of wine.

"There is a problem with this barbecue..."

Suddenly, a person yelled in horror.Just stood up, but fell to the ground with a plop.Immediately afterwards, the people around fell to the ground one after another, with horrified expressions in their eyes, and felt that their limbs were weak and their hands and feet were sore.

Nan Rong got up with a huff, and drew out his sword with a clang.

"Brothers, do it!"

A dozen soldiers who were grilling meat by the bonfire immediately stood up, drew their weapons, and brutally slaughtered the fallen knights.That's right, it was killing... These people didn't eat a bite of barbecue from beginning to end.

In the valley, screams echoed.

Nan Rongyu walked towards the warm tent with big strides, just as another maid appeared, with a confused look on her round face.

"General Nan Rong, what happened?"

"fine!"

Nan Rongyu raised his sword and knocked the maid to the ground.

There was a frightened look in the little maid's eyes.When he fell to the ground, Yuzi looked at Nan Rongyu in a daze.

It seems to be saying: why kill me?
Poor girl, I can only blame you for being born in this troubled world...

Nan Rongyu broke into the warm tent, and saw Xiao Cui'er helping the old lady up, "Brother Nan Rong, what happened outside?"

"Little Cui'er, get out of the way!"

To be honest, Nan Rongyu really liked this girl a little bit.

Not to mention good-looking, he has a good temper.I really couldn't bear to kill this girl.

"you……"

"Little Cui'er, let's go!"

The old lady suddenly spoke, "This thief must belong to the Dong family's thief. I am afraid that he will kill me here today and provoke a fight between my son and Mr. Cao. Little thief from Nanrong, is the old man right? ?”

This old beggar woman is blind.

Nan Rongyu smiled, "The old lady is really powerful, but she didn't expect to hide it from you. Anbu Nanrong 26, under the order of Master Li, is here to take your life today. Xiao Cui'er, if you don't get out of the way, Don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Before she finished speaking, Xiao Cui'er suddenly moved.

A flash of light flew out, stepped into the air, and flew straight towards Nan Rongyu.

This little girl who looked weak in the past is actually a good hand with a sword.Nan Rongyu was caught off guard, but felt a chill coming, instinctively turned sideways, raised his hand and swiped out with a sword, sweeping away.

With a pain in his shoulder, Leng Mang drew a deep and visible wound on Nan Rongyu's shoulder.

Nan Rongyu couldn't help but snorted, almost losing his grip on the sword.Looking in horror, the smile on Xiao Cui'er's face had long since disappeared.Instead, there was a solemn look, a sharp dagger in his hand, the sword body was like a pool of autumn water, swallowing a bewitching cold light in the firelight.Judging by the way he holds the sword, he is a master.

"Brother Nan Rong, I'm sorry..."

The old lady was also taken aback by this sudden change.

Although she couldn't see it, she could feel the cold killing intent emanating from Xiao Cui'er.

"Xiao Cui'er was ordered by the master to protect the old lady's safe arrival in Xuzhou, so she will never let you succeed."

"Arrived safely in Xuzhou?"

The screams outside the warm tent gradually subsided!

Nan Rongyu smiled, "Xiao Cui'er, I'm afraid it's not that simple... You must be trying to get close to Liu Xuande, so that you can take the opportunity to assassinate him, right? I didn't expect that I lost my sight, but you can still do it now." Have this chance?"

Xiao Cui'er's face suddenly changed, and a terrifying murderous intent was revealed in her eyes.

"Brother Yu, everyone outside has been killed!"

One of Nan Rongyu's subordinates broke into the warm tent, and was taken aback when he saw Nan Rongyu's appearance.

Nan Rongyu hurriedly shouted: "Be careful..."

Before she finished speaking, Xiao Cui'er flicked her sleeves, and a gust of wind passed by, extinguishing the candle in an instant.It was pitch black in the warm tent, the old lady screamed, followed by another scream, but it was the voices of two people.

People outside the account did not expect such a change.

A dozen people broke in one after another.In the warm tent, the cold glow flickered like a ghost.Every time the cold light flashes, there will inevitably be a scream.After dozens of screams, the warm tent became deserted.

It's too late to say, then soon!
Everything happens in the blink of an eye.

When the candle was lit again, Nan Rongyu was seen lying in a pool of blood, and the old lady had a small crossbow stuck in her forehead, and she had already died.A dozen of Nan Rongyu's subordinates were killed by Xiao Cui'er with a single sword, and none of them survived.

Nan Rongyu gritted his teeth and propped himself up.

There was a bloodstain on his chest, and the blood was gurgling.

His face was pale, but with a smile.But Xiao Cui'er's expression was extremely ugly, and she looked at Nan Rongyu fiercely.

"My mission is complete... Xiao Cui'er, what should you do?"

Nan Rongyu threw away the small crossbow in his hand, and said with a chuckle, "I didn't expect there to be people like you in Cao Ying."

He used Xiao Cui'er's deadly sword to kill the old lady with a small crossbow.

Holding the dagger, Xiao Cui'er suddenly smiled after a while, "Although I failed to complete the task, at least I know that there is an Anbu in Dongying. Nanrong 26, that is to say, Before you, there were 25 other people who had been inserted into various forces. Master Xun will not blame me. A living Nan Rong 26 may be more useful than that dead old woman. General Nan Rong, I want to thank you Give me a chance."

this little girl...

Nan Rongyu's heart skipped a beat.

I didn't expect that this little girl could guess so many clues with a casual sentence?
Why haven't I heard that there is such a force in Cao Ying, if you can't inform the lord, it will be dangerous.

Since Xiao Cui'er had made up her mind, she naturally wouldn't want Nan Rongyu to die.

Walk over to stop the bleeding for Nan Rongyu.Nan Rongyu suddenly grabbed the sword and stabbed towards Xiao Cui'er.

Xiao Cui'er had been on guard for a long time, she touched Nan Rongyu's wrist lightly with her plain hand, and pulled Nan Rongyu's arm with a click, "General Nanrong, you'd better be honest , so that you don’t have to suffer... ah!”

Nan Rongyu's arm was dislocated, and he lay down in pain.

But just lying down like this, a crossbow arrow was shot out, as fast as lightning.

The distance between Xiao Cui'er and Nan Rongyu was very close, but the crossbow arrow came flying so elusively that it was impossible to guard against it, and it hit the chest.Xiao Cui'er fell to the ground with a thump, looking at Nan Rongyu with horror in her eyes.

Struggling, he tore off his robe with his other hand, and took a crossbow from his back.

"Xiao Cui'er, I didn't expect that...Although I am not your opponent, I have a back crossbow specially made by the general. Tat for tat is just your mission, and I am afraid that you will never be able to complete it."

Nan Rongyu struggled to stand up, took out the powdered medicine from his bosom, and sprinkled it on the wound.

"I'm leaving...Thank you for letting me know that there is still a power like you hidden in Cao Ying!"

Stumbled and walked out of the warm tent.

Nan Rongyu didn't notice, but Xiao Cui'er's eyes widened, but she wrote on the ground with her fingers: "Jian, 26".

After he walked out of the warm tent, he threw the back crossbow into the bonfire.

My lord has said that after Anbu's equipment is used up, it must not be left on the spot.

I don't know if I can leave alive, so I can no longer carry the back crossbow, and simply destroy it on the spot.

After pulling a war horse, Nan Rongyu felt more and more confused.

He was lying on the horse's back, the blood from the wound was gurgling and flowing.That little girl's sword hurt her heart.

I want to go back, I want to tell my lord... In Cao Ying, there is another existence similar to Anbu.

But just after the war horse came out of the valley, Nan Rongyu fell off the horse with a plop.Lying on his back in the snow, he clearly felt that life was gradually leaving his body along with the loss of blood.

I was originally a stable beggar, so I should be unknown.

It was Mr. Li who gave me a new life, not only let me join Anbu, but also sent someone to take care of my younger sister so that she could have a good life.Such a great kindness, Nan Rongyu will never be able to repay it... It's just Mr. Li, I still have important things, I didn't tell you!

Nan Rongyu's body twitched slightly, his limbs spread out, and his pupils gradually dilated.

The snow in Kanto is not as beautiful as the scenery in Liangzhou...

******
On Zhuque Avenue in Chang'an, there is a Yimen.

The house covers an area of ​​a thousand hectares, the houses are connected to the clouds, and the pavilions are too beautiful to behold.

Dong Bi sat quietly in the gazebo, watching the water in the pool spread out and ripple.This house was originally the property of a family surnamed Zhao in Chang'an, but as early as Li Guo was alive, because of his rich family wealth, Li Jue exterminated the family for the crime of collaborating with the enemy.Most of the family's property was transported to Mei County by Li Jue, leaving only Nuo Da's real estate.

After Chang'an was occupied by Dong Bi, it became the Governor's Mansion here.

Speaking of which, the members of the Zhao clan are also seeking their own death, and their lives are too luxurious.

Even the water in this pool is flowing water. Although the weather is cold, the water in the pool does not freeze.

On the surface of the lake, a faint mist is transpiring, covering the gazebo.

Dong Bi was wearing a robe, his eyes were a little dull looking at the water vapor floating in the air, and his whole body was lazy.

Sleep until you wake up naturally, life suddenly becomes very boring.

Dong Bi felt very boring. Although there were many things at hand, it seemed that none of them could lift his spirits.

Fortunately, Yanpu Shitao was by his side, and at the same time, Sun Qian and Yang Qin were transferred from Shuofang.

These four people handle government affairs quite well, Dong Bi is not too worried, anyway, as long as someone handles it.

With the occupation of Guanzhong, Dong Bi faced many things.

The first thing to bear the brunt is the shortage of manpower, but fortunately...

After three years of rural school education, there are already a group of students who can come in handy.It doesn't matter how capable they are, as long as they can understand official documents and handle some copywriting, that's enough.Although Guanzhong currently has a large number of exiles, a lot of waste is waiting to be done.But Dong Bi is not worried about this problem. The three strategies of advection back then provided the best idea.

When mentioning the three strategies of advection, I couldn't help but think of Fa Yan, and felt sad again.

Footsteps sounded, and Dong Bi didn't look back.

There can only be one person who dared to appear here at this time, and the four major guards did not come out to stop him.

That is Dong Tie!
"Little Tie, is there a letter from home?"

Dong Tie stepped onto the gazebo, stood with his hands down, and replied softly: "Yes, but the old matriarch, Mr. Bo Jie and the others are unwilling to come back. The old matriarch said that the Western Regions are very good...she doesn't want to be in the chariot Lawton, suffer from the jolt."

"How does the Western Han Palace answer?"

"Yang Taifu said that the king of the Western Han Dynasty will set off in the next year and is expected to arrive in Chang'an at the end of February. The Taifu also said that Chang'an has been the capital of the Han Dynasty since ancient times, and now it is an important place for the rejuvenation of the Han Dynasty. cautious."

Dong Bi once ordered someone to write a letter, recommending Fei Wo as Chang'an Ling.

Yang Xu's answer was tantamount to denying his suggestion, which made Dong Yulue feel a little unhappy.

let him go...

"Anything else?"

"Madam and son, we will set off with the king of the Western Han Dynasty. Now that Liangzhou is Xinding, the military adviser means that the road will not be too safe. My lord, you'd better order someone to accompany you along the way. Also, He Qi sent a letter, asking Kaichun to launch a battle .”

Dong Bi closed his eyes!
He Qi understood what He Qi was thinking.

In fact, if Lu Zhi didn't die, it would be a good choice for the turmoil in Guanzhong to attract Helian's attention, and then launch the Battle of Danhanshan.But now, the best time for a battle has passed, so patience is needed.

Xianbei is powerful, with more than [-] people who control strings.

But there is a problem with the nomads, that is, the tribes are distributed on the fortress, and they don't gather together on weekdays.

When He Qi defeated the Northern Huns, it was because of a time difference that the Northern Huns had no time to gather their troops.

But now, He Lian has already prepared, and it is not so easy to fight.

Xu Shu showed his composure on this issue: "The Xianbei army is assembled, but it is impossible to gather for a long time. The loss of food and grass alone can drag Helian down. And our current strength is really not suitable for Helian. Fighting to the death. I thought that after two months, the Helian army would naturally disperse... I have a plan, and I can wipe out the Xianbei army without any effort."

For this reason, he wrote an eloquent booklet.

However, Dong Bi's mood has been very low recently, so he didn't watch it either.

"Ask Yan Pu to write a letter to He Qi in my name. Tell Gong Miao about Yuan Zhi's opinion, and ask him to be patient."

"Here!"

Dong Tie responded, turned around and was about to leave.

At this time, there was a sudden sound of footsteps outside.Dong Bi couldn't help but frowned slightly, thinking: Who's here again?
Turning around, I saw Huang Xu walking hurriedly.

After stepping into the gazebo, Huang Xu bowed and said: "My lord, there is someone outside the door asking to see you, saying that he was ordered by Mr. Zeng to offer a book."

Huang Xu is the son of Huang Zhong, who is fifteen years old.

Now working as a subordinate of Dong Pi's subordinates, on the one hand, he is learning to handle official affairs, and on the other hand, he is practicing martial arts with Dong Pi.

The little guy was in poor health back then, but fortunately Ma Zhen found out and saved his life.

After Huang Zhong arrived in the Western Regions, the little guy was already twelve or thirteen years old. Because he practiced the five-animal guidance technique with Hua Tuo, his body was very strong.Originally Huang Zhong planned to let Huang Xu join the army with him, but his wife stopped him.

After all, swords and guns have no eyes, which mother can not worry?

The husband and wife quarreled many times because of this. Later, Dong Bi came forward and asked Huang Xu to come over and work as a subordinate.

Having studied and practiced martial arts, Huang Xu's teacher is not bad.

Now Xu Shu and Yan Pu are busy with other things, so all kinds of miscellaneous matters in Dong Pi's mansion are all handled by Huang Xu.

Dong Bi sighed when he heard Huang Xu's words.

once?

Well done, what book do you offer?

Dong Bi smiled bitterly and said, "This old Huang, let him recuperate in the Western Regions, but why are you offering books? Yuanrong, come with me to take a look."

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