Fierce “Husband”

Daijia Manmen commanded an army of 400,000 people from the Dayan Kingdom, and the 50,000-strong Imperial Guard of the Dayan Kingdom plus Emperor Yongming's total was only 560,000. It can be said that Emperor Yongming almost handed over all the safety of Dayan to the Dai family, or in other words, he handed over all his life to the Dai family. If it were someone else, they would have had their own self-respect for their troops, and their achievements would have shaken the master, threatening the emperor's rule, not to mention that the queen was also from the Dai family. But the Dai family is so reassuring to Emperor Yongming. Many ministers wrote to Emperor Yongming to weaken the military power of the Dai family, but Emperor Yongming was never moved. How did they know that it was not the family that controlled the military power, but that Emperor Yongming was not at all worried about handing the military power to others. Three princes, five lords, one general, and the only prince, Luo Rong, doesn't care. In addition, only this general can reassure Emperor Yongming. Emperor Yongming is a general who will never hand over the most important military power to any of the three princes and five princes.

On the other hand, the low-key, introverted, cautious and humble Dai family has always been one of the most important reasons why Emperor Yongming is so relieved. After Dai Qiyou entered the palace, he never did anything for the Dai family, but did his best to assist Emperor Yongming.

Tiger Walk Pass and Wailing Night Pass are the two most important passes of Dayang Kingdom to the outside world. If Huhar, the mortal enemy of Dayan, conquered these two levels, they could drive straight into the hinterland of Dayan and march to the capital. Therefore, these two levels are also heavily guarded by the Yan State. The Wailing Pass is guarded by Dai Mingjun, the eldest son of the old general, and his only son, Dai Zhanli. The place where Wang Shijing fought during his military service was Huxingguan.

The 180,000-strong army led by Dai Ming's army was called the Flying Eagle Army, the 120,000-strong army led by Dai Mingrong was called the Yihu Army, and the rest of the 100,000 army was led by Dai Ming's army and generals appointed by Dai Mingrong. As the general of the Great Yan Kingdom, and as the main general, Dai Ming's army guarded the most dangerous and hardest cry night pass. As a hussar general, Dai Mingrong, like his elder brother, guards the border all the year round and makes the border his home. Like their father, the two brothers devoted their entire lives to the border of Dayan. Their son also inherited his father's business. He showed extraordinary talent for leading troops and fighting at a young age. Frontier, go into battle to kill the enemy.

Dai Zhanxiao is just like his name, he is brave and good at fighting. He led troops into battle at the age of twelve, and was named Zuo Duwei at the age of fourteen. Now he is just a weak year, and he is already a fourth-rank Wuwei general. With Dai Zhanxiao's ability and family background, he should be the object that many lords and officials in the capital are willing to marry, but the reality is just the opposite. Men who marry on behalf of the family, especially men at the border, not only have to worry about hanging themselves all the time, but are also likely to be widows (husbands). Although the current men in the Dai family are still alive, no one can guarantee that they will survive the next battle. Furthermore, the Dai family is a stubborn royalist, and the family's tough temperament is inconsistent with the three views of the clan, and it is not their preferred marriage partner.

Jiang Kangchen, who was ordered by the Queen to come to Huxing Pass, arrived at Huxing Pass after walking for more than a month. This is the farthest road Jiang Kangning has traveled in his life. He was exhausted by boat and car along the way. If it wasn't for the Gu Yuanyu and Ejiao red date paste that Shao Yunan made for him, he might have fallen on the road long ago. The conditions on the road were too harsh, and it was the cold spring season. The farther we went to the Huxingguan Pass in the northwest, the lower the temperature, as if it was still in the middle of winter, and the wind blew on his face and it hurt his face.

But no matter how difficult it was, Jiang Kangchen never flinched. For him, no matter how hard it is, he is not afraid, just for the fire of hope that will never go out in his heart. When Jiang Kangchen arrived at the Yihu Army's barracks with the **** of supplies, he took out the Queen's handwritten letter to express his intention. Seeing that the garrison was sent by the queen, they hurriedly sent people to report to the hussar general Dai Mingrong.

Dai Mingrong was handling military affairs in the camp, and received a report from the army camp guard that the Queen Qiansui had sent someone. Dai Mingrong was very surprised, and ordered the army camp guard to quickly bring someone to meet him, and then ordered the battalion commander's guard Go and tell Dai Zhanxiao at the training ground to come over immediately.

Jiang Kangchen, who had been with him all the way, was warmly welcomed by the soldiers of Huxingguan and entered the barracks. Not only because he was sent by the Queen, but because he brought thirty or forty carts of grain and grass, as well as other supplies! This is the best gift to condolences to the soldiers who have a full stomach at the border.

As soon as Jiang Kangchen entered the general's tent, he immediately saluted: "Jiang Kangchen, secretary of the inner court, pays a visit to the hussar general." A team of garrison troops who came in with him helped him put down boxes of various sizes, as well as clay pots of different capacities, and then went out. .

Dai Mingrong has never seen Jiang Kangchen, but he has definitely heard his name. Dai Mingrong returned the salute, let Jiang Kangchen sit down, and then asked: "Jiang's internal official came to such a bitter and cold place at Huxingguan, but what is the order of Qiansui?"

There is no war now, and Dai Mingrong is very puzzled that the Queen will send someone here. Even if it is to transport food and grass, it should not be escorted by the inner palace.

Jiang Kangchen said: "Beijing came here because he was entrusted by others and came to Huxingguan. Empress Qiansui ordered Biezhi to send a letter to you, and **** a batch of food, grass and supplies by the way. Those food, grass and supplies are Empress Chitose purchased half of the silver taels allocated from the 'relief fund', half of which must be sent to General Kuyeguan."

Dai Mingrong asked in surprise: "'Relief Fund'?"

Jiang Kangchen first presented the Queen's letter with both hands to Dai Mingrong, and then explained it. Dai Mingrong, like his father, the old general, was not only surprised, but also very excited.

"Although this fund is called 'relief', it also includes material relief for the needed areas in the event of natural and man-made disasters. The soldiers at the border are struggling, and now the imperial court has no money to distribute enough wages, and the soldiers are not fed and clothed. Therefore, this It is also included in the assistance of the 'relief fund'. The humble post brings dozens of materials such as grain and grass, cotton clothes, bacon, jam, pickles, etc. At the same time, there is one most important thing that needs to be handed over to General Wuwei on behalf of the junior general. ."

Just as he was talking, the guard shouted from outside: "Young Master!"

Soon, the curtain was opened, and Zhang Young's face, which was also weathered, was reflected in Jiang Kangchen's eyes. The visitor was very tall, and only wore a thin shirt on such a cold day. His skin is dark, his physique is strong, and the blue veins on the back of his hands are raised, and at first glance, he is very powerful. His hair was tied with a cyan jade crown on his head, and a few strands of hair fell down, and his forehead was covered with sweat. It was obvious that he was training just now.

"Father handsome!"

The person who came in called Dai Mingrong first, and then saluted Jiang Kangchen. Jiang Kangchen immediately returned the salute: "Jiang Kangchen, secretary of the inner palace, has seen the little general."

Jiang Kangchen and Dai Zhanxiao are both of the fourth grade and are equal.

Dai Zhanxiao: "Jiang Neiguan has worked **** the road, please take a seat."

Jiang Kangchen didn't sit down, but said, "Little General, I'm here to **** grain and supplies, but it's actually entrusted by someone to come for you."

"for me?"

Dai Zhanxiao was puzzled. Jiang Kangchen walked to a medium bamboo box, bent over to open it, and followed by the exclamations of Dai Mingrong and Dai Zhanxiao.

Jiang Kangchen looked at the two of them and said, "Here - a total of 3,500 taels of gold, which was donated by the former subordinates of the general to the general to buy the needs of the soldiers."

Dai Zhanxiao frowned immediately, and Dai Mingrong's first reaction was the same as his father's, saying sternly: "I can't take this gold! Also ask Jiang's internal officials to bring it back to that person!"

Jiang Kangchen smiled slightly and said, "The two generals misunderstood. The emperor, Queen Chitose, and old generals all know about it. These 3,500 taels of gold are not given to the generals, but to the vanguards of the generals. I don't know. Does the general know that you once had a centurion named Wang Shijing under your command?"

Dai Zhanxiao immediately replied: "I remember. That man was brave and sympathetic. He killed an enemy general, ruined one eye and half of his face, and finally gave the credit to Zeng Ti who brought him to the top, just for the sake of giving The man asked for more money for the pension. I remember his name was Wang Shijing."

Jiang Kangchen nodded and said, "It's better if you remember. Ishii has always remembered you, the old friend of the border and the little general. Now that he has made money, he is even more concerned about the brothers who are not hungry or warm at the border. In fact, the gold belongs to him. The husband and wife donated it for him. That's why Queen Chitose came up with the idea of ​​starting a 'relief fund'."

Jiang Kangchen told the two generals in detail but not wordy about what happened before and after. Dai Mingrong and Dai Zhanxiao's father and son were surprised, happy and grateful. After Jiang Kangchen finished speaking, Dai Mingrong said: "Wang Shijing's husband and wife are capable people, so Wang Shijing can be regarded as a blessing in disguise."

Jiang Kangchen said: "It's not just that. To be honest with the two generals, Ishii and Yun'an recognized their humble younger brother Jiang Kangning as their adopted brother, and they also became the adopted son of Dean Cen Yuebai Cen of Yongxiu County School, and Dean Cen was Laodi Weng. The teacher's younger brother. An Gong and Public Security also recognized them as nephews. This 'relief fund' was also proposed by Yun An. He said that they donated 3,500 taels of gold because Ishii came from the vanguard of the little general, but someone else's donation But instead of just giving it to the generals, it is better to set up a fund to absorb donations from all parties and help those in need. The emperor and Chitose also greatly appreciate his husband and wife."

Dai Mingrong: "This Wang Shijing is really a person who values ​​love and righteousness, so it seems that he has picked up a big bargain and can marry such a capable person as a wife. His family is shortsighted."

Jiang Kangchen: "Exactly. The two families are now completely divorced, and Ishii has also moved out of the Wang clan and is free."

At this time, Dai Zhanxiao asked: "Wang Shijing's wife is called 'Yun'an'?"

Dai Zhanxiao is particularly sensitive to people with the word "An" in their names. When he asked this question, Dai Mingrong's eyes dimmed. Jiang Kangchen explained understandingly: "My real name is Shao Yunan, from Shaojia Village. But he is an adopted son. His adoptive parents forcibly married him to Ishii's younger brother Wang Zhisong for the sake of money. Later, the Wang family broke the marriage and the Shao family went to Xiushui Village. Ishii's parents forced Ishii's surrogate brother to marry, but it was a crooked fight."

When Dai Mingrong and Dai Zhanxiao heard that Shao Yunan was an adopted son, they immediately asked in unison, "Is he adopted?"

Dai Mingrong: "I know the whereabouts of his biological parents."

Dai Mingrong lost a son, and he has been searching for the whereabouts of the other party for more than ten years. Thinking of Shao Yunan's life experience, Jiang Kangchen was a little nervous that both father and son made a name.

"Yun An doesn't know who his biological parents are. He said that he was definitely not adopted by his adoptive parents. Yun An said that he had several fevers when he was a child, and he can't remember anything before the age of seven or eight. Still His adoptive parents privately said that they regretted adopting him and that he didn't know he was adopted until they should have sold him."

Dai Mingrong's eyebrows were immediately wrinkled, and he asked without giving up, "Does he not remember at all?"

Jiang Kangchen: "I haven't asked about this humble position, nor has Yunan mentioned it."

Dai Zhanxiao did not give up and asked, "How many years did he give birth to?"

Jiang Kangchen replied: "He should be 18 after his new year. I haven't asked about him since he was born in a few months. I saw him in November last year and said he was 16. If it counts," Jiang Kangchen calculated in his heart, " It should be Kang Sheng who was born in 32 years."

Dai Mingrong and Dai Zhanxiao's hearts beat violently, and Dai Zhanxiao hurriedly asked, "Jiang Neiguan, do you think he looks like me?"

Jiang Kangchen didn't think it was such a coincidence, but he still took a closer look at Dai Zhanxiao's face, then looked at Dai Mingrong's face again, and couldn't bear to say, "Uh, I'm sorry." Not at all.

Dai Zhanxiao was obviously disappointed, Dai Mingrong thought about it and asked, "I wonder if Jiang's internal officials can be danqing?"

Jiang Kangchen nodded: "Yes."

Dai Mingrong: "I have worked for Jiang's internal officials to paint a portrait of the child. I also ask Jiang's internal officials to forgive me. The youngest son of this commander has been missing for many years. If he can't be found for a day, this commander will not be able to rest in peace."

"I understand it, I can draw it."

With Jiang Kangchen's background, piano, chess, calligraphy and painting are the most basic required courses. Dai Mingrong personally spread rice paper for Jiang Kangchen and grinded it on behalf of Zhanxiao. After Jiang Kangchen thought about it for a while, he wrote neatly. When Shao Yunan's appearance became clearer in his writing, Jiang Kangchen did not see that Dai Mingrong's expression changed. Dai Zhanxiao frowned and looked at the young boy of the same age as his missing brother in the portrait, and did not notice the abnormality of his father. Just as Jiang Kangchen continued to paint, the rice paper he wrote was taken away by someone, and the brush that he could lift in the future left a long red waterline on the rice paper.

"Father handsome!"

Seeing his father's appearance, Dai Zhanxiao stopped jumping for a beat. And the red pen in Jiang Kangchen's hand almost fell.

Dai Mingrong stared at the boy on the drawing paper, his eyes widened. The hussar general, who did not change his face in front of millions of enemy troops, was at this moment with red eyes and a drastic change in his face. Dai Zhanxiao's scalp went numb for a while, and he shouted, "Father handsome! This can't be, it can't be my brother!"

The pen in Jiang Kangchen's hand fell on the table, leaving behind a pool of red juice.

Dai Mingrong couldn't hear anything. He stared at the drawing paper and muttered: "Like! It's like! It's him, it's Zhan'an, it's my Zhanan! He's Zhanan! It's my Zhanan! install!"

Looking up, the hot tears in Dai Mingrong's eyes almost fell: "Zhan Xiao! This is your younger brother! He is very similar to your grandfather!"

When Dai Zhanxiao heard it, he snatched the painting from his father's hand. Dai Zhanxiao's memory of his younger brother has been blurred for a long time, but the elders in the family always tell him how much his younger brother Dai Zhan'an resembles his grandfather. Therefore, what grandpa hurts most is his cousin who is like grandma. Dai Yingsi and Dai Zhan'an, her younger brother like a little grandpa.

Jiang Kangchen reacted agitatedly and raised his arms to salute: "Congratulations to the general! Congratulations to the little general!" But he was a little hesitant in his heart.

Dai Zhanxiao almost jumped up: "Dad! I'll go to Xiushui Village immediately!"

At this time, Dai Mingrong forced himself to calm down and said, "You are the leader of the vanguard army, how can you leave the camp without authorization. Your brother," Dai Mingrong choked for a moment, he took a few deep breaths, "Your brother , I don't remember, it's about the family. If you go like this, it will scare him. Besides, he is in Xiushui Village. When the situation at Huxingguan is more stable, he will ask the emperor for his father and allow you to return to Beijing. , it's not too late for you to see him again."

Dai Zhanxiao can't wait to grow a pair of wings and fly to Xiushui Village, but his rationality reminds him over and over again to be calm. He is the elder brother who has been looking for his younger brother for many years, and he is also a general who leads ten thousand people. He should not be emotional.

Jiang Kangchen said: "Yun'an is busy picking tea and making tea at this time. After returning to Beijing, he will play Chitose and call his family to Beijing to meet the old generals."

Dai Mingrong: "This is good, this is good. This is really thanks to Jiang's internal officials, and I will have to trouble Jiang's internal officials more in the future."

Jiang Kangchen hurriedly said: "The general is too polite. Yun An is also the younger brother of the humble post. It is a big deal to find his relatives. By the way, many of the food specially given to the two generals brought by the humble post was made by Yun An himself. ."

"where!"

Jiang Kangchen opened a box, which contained Guyuan paste. He said, "This is Guoyuan paste. It was made by Yunan for Chitose. Chitose gave some to let the lowly post be brought to the commander and the general."

He opened another box, looked at it and said, "This is goat milk wine and Longjing tea, both from Yun'an. In the whole country of Dayan, only Yun An can brew this goat milk wine and make this Longjing tea."

Dai Mingrong and Dai Zhanxiao already knew from Jiang Kangchen that Empress Chitose is now in the business of new tea and new wine, which is why they have the money to buy them so many supplies. Dai Mingrong tried his best to restrain his emotions, while Dai Zhanxiao simply picked up a small can of goat milk wine and patted the mud seal open.