Competing

Chapter 24
In June, when it rains in the south of the Yangtze River.

Sitting at the entrance of the cave, watching the pouring rain outside, Yin Xu was both happy and worried.The joy is that the heavy rain washed away the traces of his group, making it difficult for Qin Jun to trace and chase.Furthermore, with heavy wind and rain and muddy roads, Qin Jun could only stand still for a while.

The worry is how to face the Qin army's encirclement and suppression when the rain is over and the sky is sunny.He never expected that after more than a month of holding back the troops, Zhou Kang, the right captain of Kuaiji, led an army of 4000 to join An Tong's army, and the total strength reached [-].Although it was said that he wanted to wipe out the entire Jiangdong bandits, Yin Xu was more willing to believe that Qin Jun came after him. Sometimes he laughed at himself in his heart: Zhao Gao, you think highly of me, didn't you just rescue the mother and daughter in purple?As for being angry?
What is so special about the mother and daughter, or the family behind them?It made Zhao Gao care so much.He once asked Fan Qing insinuatingly, but he didn't get the answer he wanted. Fan Qing was always secretive and talked about him from left to right.After one or two times, Yin Xu didn't ask any more questions.

In mid-May, Fan Qing managed to transport some food and medicine from Pengze Waterway, and then left to return to his command.After Yin Xu asked him to convey his thanks, he had no further contact. Although he saved his life, Fan Qing gave him great help, which was far beyond the scope of gratitude.Yin Xu kept it in his heart, clearly distinguishing grievances and grievances, knowing how to repay kindness, this is his principle of life.

As soon as Yin Xu got the news of the encirclement and suppression by the [-] troops, Gao Yi, Pu Jun and others discussed countermeasures.The Qin army numbered more than [-], well-equipped and well-trained, how could it be ignored.After An Tong's failure before, Qin Jun will no longer be arrogant and underestimate the enemy, and it is almost impossible to take advantage again.On the contrary, how to avoid the pursuit and suppression of the Qin army is the key.

Fortunately, when the Qin army stood still, Yin Xu had already noticed the difference. It seemed that there was a sense of calm before the storm, so he made preparations in advance.While Fan Qing was delivering the food, Pu Jun led people to discover a cave in a hidden place. The cave is so large that it can accommodate thousands of people.After Yin Xu saw it, he ordered people to secretly transfer food and supplies here. What is gratifying is that a spring in the cave solved the water source problem.

However, the Qin army advanced step by step and searched extremely carefully. If it weren't for this timely rain, it would only be a matter of time before the hiding place was exposed.However, Yin Xu is not very worried. As long as he can hide for a month or two without being discovered, his situation should be much better when the uprising in Daze Township breaks out.So in addition to hiding whereabouts, all that needs to be done is to pray for Chen Sheng and Wu Guang to act on time.

There was a bonfire burning in the cave. Although it was June, it had been raining for a long time, so it was unavoidably damp and cold.Another point is the need for lighting and cooking.Fortunately, Pu Jun has experience and uses local materials, so that people can prepare a large amount of dry firewood early.Otherwise, it will rain heavily for days on end, and we can only look to the sky and sigh.

While listening to the nonsense of the bandits, a brother wearing a coir raincoat and straw sandals suddenly ran back in a hurry, panting as soon as he came in: "My lord, there is someone..."

Yin Xu's heart tightened, and he asked, "What's the matter?" Although the cave is hidden, for the sake of safety, it is necessary to arrange a few guard posts outside.

"There are people coming here from the bottom of the mountain, there are hundreds of people."

"What?" Yin Xu was taken aback suddenly. Could it be that the Qin army had leaked his tracks and came chasing him in the rain?After a little hesitation, he ordered: "Pu Jun, go and have a look, everyone is ready to fight."

Pu Jun is bold and careful, with a flexible mind and good skills. He can be said to be Yin Xu's number one helper.Hearing Yin Xu's order, he knew the situation was critical, so he hurriedly got up and went out.

The rest of the people were nervous, their swords were on edge, and they were ready to fight.It was not until Pu Jun returned fifteen minutes later that he confirmed the identity of the person who came.

This time when Zhou Kang's army entered, Jiangdong could be said to be flying like a dog, and the bandits from all walks of life were chased like rats.Several people were ruthlessly strangled by the army. For a while, there was a panic all over Jiangdong, and the bandits hid in the mountains one after another.In Yin Xu's eyes, this is good news. Heroes from all walks of life in Jiangdong have heard the news, and there are more opportunities to communicate and cooperate with each other. Naturally, they can get to know more heroes.

This group of three or 400 people was like this. After being chased and suppressed by the Qin army, they escaped by taking advantage of the terrain.Although he escaped, he didn't dare to stay where he was, and escaped overnight during the heavy rain, and hid in the mountains for four or five days in the heavy rain, almost exhausted.

Walking here, one of the locals knew that there was a cave here, and everyone was overjoyed. They really should find a shelter from the wind and rain and rest and hide for a few days.But when they arrived, it turned out that someone had already arrived first.

Yin Xu looked at the people entering the cave, and saw that the leader was a man in his 30s, with a strong physique, piercing eyes, and obvious black tattoos on his face.Yin Xu knew that it was called tattooing, which was an ancient punishment, so the identity of this person was self-evident.

When the tattooed man came in and saw Yin Xu and the others, he was a little astonished.Yin Xu saw it in his eyes and knew that he was thinking of something magical, so he said loudly: "Hello everyone, I was forced by life to live in the mountains and forests. Now that the officers and soldiers are encircling and suppressing, I have to hide here as a last resort."

Hearing this, the tattooed man relaxed a little, and said with a smile, "My comrades, we are the same way. We escaped from the Qin army and came here to avoid the rain. I don't want to meet you brothers."

Yin Xu clasped his fists and said, "May I ask what your name is?"

The tattooed man replied politely: "I'm Xia Yingbu, you can also call me Tattooed Bu."

"Yingbu?" Yin Xu's body was shocked, and he said in surprise: This person is the famous Yingbu.In his previous life, he dabbled in "Historical Records". Ying Bu was originally a prisoner in Lishan, and later fled to the Yangtze River area as a bandit.Later, he fell out with Xiang Yu, rebelled against Chu and returned to Han, and was canonized as King of Huainan by Liu Bang.Together with Han Xin and Peng Yue, he was called the three generals of the early Han Dynasty, but he was the master of high meritorious service. He was killed for treason when Liu Bang cut off the king with a different surname.

The tattooed face is the best evidence, Yin Xu believes that he is Yingbu.Unexpectedly, when I traveled through the end of Qin Dynasty, the first historical celebrity I met was the famous Yingbu, and it was on such an occasion. (In fact, Pu Jun was the first one, but Yin Xu didn't know that he was General Pu with outstanding achievements in history.)
Looking at Yin Xu's expression, Ying Bo felt astonished again, and asked, "What? Could it be that brother knows?"

Yin Xu rubbed the back of his head and thought: It is inevitable to be excited to see historical celebrities. This is probably the common trouble of all time travelers!He smiled softly and said, "Brother Yingbu is famous, so I've heard about it. I never thought that I would be lucky enough to meet you today. It's a great honor."

Uh?Yingbo wondered: Do I have such a famous name?Maybe people have heard the name of my tattooed face Yingbu.Immediately said politely: "Brother, it's absurd praise, but it's just forced by the situation, and it's all for nothing! How can you talk about prestige? Otherwise, you won't be chased by the Qin army, you are in despair!"

Yin Xu smiled and said: "Brother Ying is too modest, everyone has worked hard all the way, let's come in and have a rest by the fire! I will cook some food for everyone later."

Gao Yi, Pu Jun, and Lu Ming on the side were all a little strange. When they met by chance, how could the young master be so respectful to this tattooed man?It's really strange.

Yingbo's subordinates were suffering from hunger and cold after running around for days. At this time, they were all excited to hear that they could warm up and eat.It happened that Yin Xu and the others were cooking porridge and soup, and the aroma in the cave was overflowing, and all the drenched chickens with their chests on their backs were drooling.

Yingbo didn't expect Yin Xu to be so polite, so he clasped his fists and said, "Thank you so much, Yingbo is very grateful! By the way, haven't you asked brother Gao's name yet?"

Yin Xu slapped his forehead and said with a smile: "I actually forgot to protect my family, little brother Yin Xu, brother Ying, you are welcome."

"Yin Xu?"

A tall and thick man suddenly jumped out beside Ying Bu, and roared angrily in his broken voice, "Are you that Yin Xu and Yin Donglai?"

(End of this chapter)