We agreed that you, a weak strategist, would fight against three heroes by yourself?

One of the masked men said viciously: "Huh, that's right! Don't even think about escaping today!"

Zhao Yun raised his head and laughed, and the laughter echoed in the woods: "It's just you? You don't even think about your own abilities!" His laughter was full of heroism and confidence.

At this time, the other masked man seemed a little guilty, his eyes flickering, but he still pretended to be fierce and shouted: "Stop nagging them, come together!"

A chill flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes, and he said sternly: "In that case, don't blame me for being rude!" After that, he drew his sword and prepared for another battle.

Suddenly, a masked man burst out laughing, and the laughter seemed particularly harsh in the silent woods.

He raised the bottle in his hand proudly and laughed wildly: "Hahahaha, you didn't expect it! I have sweat medicine!" His eyes flashed with cunning and ferocity.

He quickly opened the bottle, and a strong smell of medicine spurted out instantly.

Zhao Yun and others were caught off guard and shouted "Ah".

Zhao Yun's eyes widened angrily and he shouted: "Despicable villain!" But his voice was already a little weak.

Many soldiers were also attacked one after another, shouting in pain: "No, this smell is poisonous!" Their faces turned pale and their bodies were shaky.

The masked man looked at everyone's poisoned appearance and shouted even more arrogantly: "Humph, now you know what I am interested in! Hand over the treasure obediently, and maybe I can spare your lives!"

Zhao Yunqiang supported his body and said through gritted teeth: "Don't even think about it!" His eyes were still firm and full of unyielding.

At this time, Chen Shou and his father were also under the influence of the drug. Chen Shou shouted in horror: "What can we do?"

Seeing this, the masked man laughed wildly: "Haha, stop struggling and be obedient!"

Next, Chen Shou stopped talking, rolled his eyes, and fell back limply, fainting to the ground. Zhao Yun and others were unable to resist the strong toxicity. One after another, their vision turned black, their consciousness became blurred, and they eventually fainted.

The moment before Zhao Yun lost consciousness, his heart was full of reluctance, but he had no choice but to let the darkness swallow him up.

Some of the other soldiers tried to stand up before fainting, but eventually fell down weakly, spreading their limbs and lying lifelessly on the ground.

There was a sudden silence in the woods, with only the gentle breeze rustling through the leaves, as if in silent mourning for this sudden change.

Several masked men looked at the people who fainted on the ground and laughed unscrupulously.

"Hahahaha, it really took no effort at all!" One of them shouted proudly, with a greedy light shining in his eyes.

"Hurry up and take the treasure away, don't waste time!" Another masked man urged urgently.

They hurriedly began to search for the treasures carried by Zhao Yun and others, their actions were rough and eager.

"Get rich, get rich!" someone shouted excitedly, and the voice echoed in the silent woods.

Just like that, amidst their laughter, they happily took away the treasure, leaving only Zhao Yun and others lying unconscious on the ground.

The masked man hurried away with the treasure and disappeared deep into the woods.

After a long time, Zhao Yun woke up. He only felt a splitting headache and his vision was blurry.

He forced himself to sit up and shook his head vigorously, trying to wake himself up.

"Damn it!" He cursed, and when he saw the soldiers lying around and the still unconscious Chen Shou and his son, his heart was filled with anger and self-blame.

He stood up with difficulty, staggered to a soldier, and tried to wake him up: "Wake up! Wake up!"

The soldier opened his eyes with difficulty and said weakly: "General... we..."

Zhao Yun gritted his teeth and said: "Don't talk for now, save your strength, we must get the treasure back!"

At this time, Chen Shou also woke up. He looked confused. When he understood what happened, his face turned pale.

Zhao Yun's eyes were firm and he secretly swore: "I will not be a human being unless I take revenge for this!"

Xianbei.

Hong Gang came to Tuoba Tianlong's tent.

With a flattering smile on his face, he bowed and said, "Chief, I'm here to visit you."

Tuoba Tianlong was sitting on the tiger leather chair. When he saw Hong Gang, he laughed loudly and said boldly: "Hong Gang, the medicine you often give to me recently is really effective! I feel full of energy!"

His eyes were full of excitement and satisfaction, and he patted his chest.

When Hong Gang heard this, he was secretly proud of himself, but still pretended to be humble on his face, and said: "As long as you are satisfied, chief, I have been worried that the effect will not be good."

He thought to himself: "Humph, Tuoba Tianlong, just enjoy this temporary comfort. Sooner or later you will be poisoned, and then Xianbei will be my world!"

Tuoba Tianlong waved his hand and said: "You are serious, this leader will not treat you badly."

Hong Gang quickly knelt down to thank him, with a hint of subtle cunning flashing in his eyes.

After thanking him, Hong Gang stood up slowly and said with flattery in his eyes: "Chief, I will do my best to find better medicinal materials for you in the future, so that your body and bones will become stronger."

Tuoba Tianlong nodded slightly and said boldly: "Okay! If this is really possible, I, the leader, will be rewarded heavily!" His face was filled with confidence and expectation.

Hong Gang responded: "Thank you very much, chief! I will definitely go all out."

But he was thinking in his heart: "Tuoba Tianlong, Tuoba Tianlong, just enjoy this last moment. When the poison takes effect, let's see who can save you."

Coming out of Tuoba Tianlong's tent, Hong Gang's mouth curled up a sinister smile, and his steps became lighter.

At night, the moonlight was like water, and Hong Gang rode his horse hurriedly to the shepherds.

He searched eagerly and finally saw An Qingli's figure.

Hong Gang jumped off the horse, walked quickly towards An Qingli, and said in a low voice: "An Qingli, come this way."

An Qingli put down the shepherd's whip in his hand and followed Hong Gang to a corner.

Hong Gang was excited, with a cunning light in his eyes, and he couldn't wait to say: "Anqingli, Tuoba Tianlong believed in the medicine I offered, and the situation was just as we expected."

Anqingli raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a smug smile, and said softly: "Of course, when has my idea ever gone wrong?"

Hong Gang nodded repeatedly and said flatteringly: "Yes, yes, your idea is simply wonderful! Now our plan is going to succeed." His face was full of flattery and admiration.

Anqingli's eyes were full of viciousness, and he said coldly: "Humph, Tuoba Tianlong's good days are coming to an end."

Hong Gang echoed: "That's right, when his poison takes effect, this Xianbei will be our world."

As he said, his hands clenched unconsciously, as if he had seen the dawn of victory.

An Qingli narrowed his eyes slightly and said gloomily: "However, nothing can go wrong during this period, Hong Gang, you have to keep a close eye on it."

Hong Gang nodded quickly, looking nervous and expectant, and replied: "Don't worry, I will be careful and won't let the matter be exposed."

An Qingli glanced at Hong Gang and said with a slight warning: "If something goes wrong, you know the consequences."

Hong Gang trembled and said hurriedly: "I dare not, I am loyal to you and will never be negligent."

At this time, a gust of wind blew, An Qingli tightened his cloak, looked into the distance with a firm look, and muttered to himself: "Soon, all this will belong to us."

Hong Gang echoed on the side: "Yes, it belongs to us!" His eyes were full of greed and ambition.

Late at night, the candlelight flickered in Tuoba Tianlong's bedroom. He was wearing a loose nightgown and was preparing to sleep with his concubine.

The concubine leaned tenderly in Tuoba Tianlong's arms, and suddenly opened her red lips: "Chief, I feel that Hong Gang is not simple. I always feel that he wants to harm you. You have to be careful."

When Tuoba Tianlong heard this, his brows were furrowed, his face instantly darkened, and he shouted angrily: "Don't talk nonsense! Hong Gang is loyal to me, how can you be so suspicious!"

The concubine was not afraid of Tuoba Tianlong's anger. She looked firm and said anxiously: "Chief, my feeling has always been very accurate. You must not take it lightly."

Tuoba Tianlong shook the concubine away, stood up and turned his back to her, and said coldly: "If you dare to speak nonsense again, be careful that I will punish you!"

The concubine's eyes were red, tears rolled in her eyes, and she said aggrievedly: "Chief, I am also for your good."

Tuoba Tianlong remained silent, and the atmosphere in the bedroom suddenly became extremely tense.

Tuoba Tianlong's face was terribly gloomy, veins on his forehead bulged, and angry flames flashed in his eyes.

"Shut up!" He roared angrily, and the sound shook the whole room.

However, the concubine didn't know whether to live or die, and continued to chatter.

Tuoba Tianlong's patience finally reached its limit. He suddenly stretched out his hands and pinched the concubine's neck.

His eyes were full of murderous intent. He stared at the concubine fiercely and said with gritted teeth: "If you talk nonsense again, I will kill you immediately!"

The concubine's face turned pale in an instant, her eyes widened in horror, her mouth opened wide, but she couldn't make a sound.

In the end, Tuoba Tianlong's hands tightened more and more, and the concubine's breathing became weaker and weaker until she died completely.

The next day, the sky in Xianbei was particularly clear and sunny.

Tuoba Tianlong sat in the tent with a serious expression.

At this time, Hong Gang walked in quickly.

His steps were extremely cautious, and each step was respectful.

After entering the tent, Hong Gang bowed his head and clasped his fists, and asked softly: "Chief, you called me here, what do you want to tell me?" His voice revealed respect and obedience to Tuoba Tianlong.

Tuoba Tianlong quickly took out an iron box from under the table and opened it.

Hong Gang was shocked when he saw this, because there was a human head in the box, and it was the head of Tuoba Tianlong's concubine.

Hong Gang was full of doubts, frowned, and his eyes were full of confusion and confusion.

He hesitated and asked: "Chief, this... what's going on? Why is her head here?" There was a hint of astonishment and confusion in his voice.

Tuoba Tianlong's eyes were cold, and he said in a cold tone: "This concubine deserves to die. She dared to say bad things about you!"

Then, he told Hong Gang everything that happened last night.

As he was telling the story, Tuoba Tianlong's face became increasingly gloomy, and he was still angry about what happened last night.

Hong Gang listened quietly, frowning, thinking to himself.

Then, Hong Gang's face showed fake sadness, he lowered his head, and tears seemed to flash in his eyes.

Then, he knelt down with a "thump" and said with a slightly choked voice: "It's really not worth it for the leader to do this for me! I really don't know how to repay your kindness." His expression seemed very sincere.

Seeing this, Tuoba Tianlong reached out to help Hong Gang up, and his eyes revealed sincerity and comfort.

Tuoba Tianlong patted Hong Gang on the shoulder and said: "You are loyal, and I should do so. It's just that a concubine died. No matter how important a woman is, she can't compare to my loyal minister." His tone was firm and decisive.

Hong Gang was grateful and shed tears. He held Tuoba Tianlong's hand tightly and said excitedly: "The leader's great kindness, Hong Gang will never forget it! In the future, I will redouble my efforts and serve the leader!" His eyes were full of determination and loyalty.

Tuoba Tianlong laughed, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

He patted Hong Gang's shoulder vigorously and said, "I believe in you, Hong Gang! As long as you and I work together, we will accomplish great things!" His eyes flashed with confidence and heroism.

Hong Gang nodded heavily and stood up. His posture became more and more upright, as if full of strength.

Tuoba Tianlong looked at Hong Gang with a smile and continued, "You don't need to stick to these details in the future. You just need to do your best for me." There was trust and expectation in his tone.

Hong Gang nodded quickly and said respectfully, "I obey your order! I will definitely live up to the expectations of the leader!" His face was full of gratitude and determination.

Tuoba Tianlong nodded, then waved his hand, signaling Hong Gang to withdraw.

Hong Gang bowed deeply, turned around and slowly left the tent.

That day, Zhao Yun was holding back a sullen mood in his heart, and he was secretly annoyed.

He had fought in the south and the north, experienced countless life and death tests, and never had an opponent.

But now, a few petty thieves have taken advantage of the situation and the treasure has disappeared.

His heart was filled with anger and resentment.

"Damn it!" Zhao Yun cursed in his heart, "I, Zhao Yun, have fought on the battlefield for many years and have seen all kinds of storms and waves, but now I am being played around by these petty thieves!"

He tightly grasped the spear in his hand, with such force that it seemed as if he was going to break it.

His anger made his face gloomy, and his eyes revealed a hint of helplessness.

Chen Shou walked to Zhao Yun, patted his shoulder, and comforted him softly: "Brother Yun, think about it. After all, it was not you who lost the treasure, and the prime minister will not blame you in the future." His tone was steady and gentle, and his eyes were full of concern.

Zhao Yun lowered his head slightly, with a guilty look on his face. He whispered: "That being said, I still failed the prime minister's trust after all." There was a hint of helplessness and self-blame in his voice.

Chen Shou smiled slightly and continued to comfort him: "Brother Yun, don't blame yourself too much. This is not your fault. Our top priority is to think about how to find clues and recover the treasure next." His eyes were firm and confident.

Zhao Yun raised his head, looked at Chen Shou, nodded, and the confusion in his eyes gradually dissipated, replaced by firm determination.

After going through hardships, the group came to a mysterious mountain village.

This mountain village stands between high mountains and steep ridges, surrounded by lush forests, as if isolated from the world.

The gate of the mountain village is built of thick logs, and some strange symbols are engraved on it, revealing a mysterious atmosphere.

The wall of the mountain village is made of stones, tall and solid, as if telling its defensive capabilities.

Entering the mountain village, the houses inside are scattered, mostly wooden structures, and the roofs are covered with thatch.

People come and go, with a simple and vigilant look on their faces.

Children chased and played in the narrow alleys, while women were busy with their work in front of the house.

Zhao Yun stopped and stared at the Black Mountain Stronghold not far ahead, frowning slightly, as if thinking about something.

He turned to Chen Shou and said, "Didn't the first wave of masked men we met before say that the stronghold owner asked them to do it? Maybe this Black Mountain Stronghold is related to the theft of the treasure. I plan to enter the stronghold to find out." His voice was firm and decisive, and his eyes revealed a resolute light.

Chen Shou thought for a while, looked at Zhao Yun worriedly, and said, "General Zhao, is this too risky? We know nothing about this stronghold, and it may be dangerous." There was some concern in his tone.

Zhao Yun smiled slightly and comforted, "Don't worry, I will act carefully. If I don't find out the truth, I will not be at peace." His expression was confident and firm.

After Zhao Yun led everyone to the stronghold, he asked a passing villager about the location of the stronghold owner.

The villagers pointed to a large wooden house deep in the mountain village.

Zhao Yun thanked the villagers and led everyone towards the wooden house.

When they arrived in front of the wooden house, Zhao Yun knocked on the door gently.

After a while, the door opened, and an old man with gray hair and wrinkles appeared in front of them.

The village owner was tall but slightly hunched, but his eyes were bright, revealing the wisdom and majesty of vicissitudes of life.

He was wearing a coarse cloth gown with a wide belt around his waist.

When the village owner saw Zhao Yun and others, he showed a puzzled expression on his face and asked, "What do you want to see me for?"

Zhao Yun clasped his fists and saluted, saying respectfully, "Village owner, we are passing by here and are very sorry to bother you, so we come to visit you."

The village owner narrowed his eyes slightly, looked up and down at Zhao Yun and others, and said with a slightly relaxed expression, "Come in."

Everyone walked into the house, and the village chief motioned them to sit down, and then he sat in the main seat.

Zhao Yun held his head high, looked at the village chief with a firm gaze, and said loudly: "I am a subordinate of the Prime Minister!" His voice was loud, with a sense of confidence and pride.

When the village chief heard this, his face immediately showed an expression of admiration, his eyes were shining, his mouth was slightly open, and he seemed a little surprised.

He widened his eyes and said in disbelief: "It's actually the Prime Minister's subordinate! I have heard of the Prime Minister's reputation for a long time. It is our honor to meet his subordinates today!" His tone was full of awe and envy. (End of this chapter)