fast and ferocious

Chapter 135 Troop deployment and secret talks (two more)

Huang Zongxing's heart at this moment is so cool, he just ordered his subordinates to inquire about who in the gang are good at catching snakes, and then see who fits what Qin Wubing said is strong, who has been to ancient times The direction of Hao Yard.

Watching the long follower go out, Huang Zongxing just wanted to take a break, but he didn't realize that half a stick of incense was useless, the long follower came to report casually, and two more died.

The two deceased were young, about [-] or [-] years old, they were ordinary disciples in the gang, and they belonged to Liang Shan. Like other young disciples in the gang, these two lived in the gang when they were not married, and there were several courtyards. It was specially prepared for people like them. There are eight people in one room, all of which are Datong shops, and these two people live in the same room. Coincidentally, the other six people are in the prison of the Jinling Mansion at this time, that is, Participated in the ambush and assassination of Qin Wubing.

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Qin Wubing and Huang Zongxing met again in the room of the deceased, Qin Wubing shook his head and said: "I planned to take a rest, have something to eat and start questioning step by step, but they couldn't wait!"

Huang Zongxing's face was ashen, and he said in a deep voice: "Order! No one in the gang is allowed to leave his room for half a step, and those who violate the order will be dealt with by the gang!"

Qin Wubing waved his hand and said: "It's useless!" He took out a token from his pocket.

"Guo Yi listens!"

Guo Yi was startled, and responded, "Huh?"

"I ordered you to take the prince's token and go to Mingzhou Guard to borrow five hundred soldiers, and block all connections between the Cao Gang and the outside world!"

Guo Yi said 'oh', took the token, turned around and left without delay.

"Lin Huai listen to the order!" Qin Wubing didn't wait for Lin Huai to say anything, and then said: "I order you to immediately mobilize two hundred soldiers, seal the gate, and guard the Cao gang. Before the truth, please stay in the room honestly, those who violate the order..."

"Stabbed to death!" Lin Huai finished talking, turned around and left.

Qin Wubing breathed a sigh of relief, then turned his face and said to Huang Zongxing:

"If the prince hadn't had the foresight to let us leave Jinling overnight without giving them a chance to send news, the Cao Gang that Chief Huang came back to see might not be the Cao Gang anymore!"

Huang Zongxing's face was ashen.

"All these people in the gang live in the gang?"

Huang Zongxing shook his head and said:

"It is true that there are quite a few people in the gang who participate in the water transport, but only a part of them can join the water gang and be accepted as disciples. These people who are younger usually live in the gang. Once they go out on business, it is not uncommon for them to float outside for a few months. Those who are old, they have a family outside, and they also have a courtyard to rest in the gang, and if they are busy, they may not go home for more than a month and rest in the gang."

"Is this a busy time?"

Huang Zongxing glanced at Qin Wubing, and said: "I know what you mean, because I went to Jinling, so they are all waiting in the gang."

Qin Wubing nodded, he knew in his heart that although they came back suddenly, those people were not unprepared.

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Just when Qin Wubing II gave the order to dispatch troops for the first time, in Xichuan Palace, eight brothers were discussing important matters in a secret room.

The current king of Xichuan is Li Shichang, the eldest son of the third brother in the old monk's mouth, but he is also the third eldest, with two elder brothers from concubines.

Li Shichang is about the same age as Prince Xiang, in his early fifties, but he has worked so hard these years, he looks older than Prince Xiang.

Although Li Shichang is also a prince, compared with Prince Xiang, this prince is aggrieved. In addition to not being able to leave the fief, the cost of food and clothing is also quite poor, let alone the other brothers.

Li Shichang knew that there was not much time left for him.

Seeing Li Shichang sitting in the first place, he first looked at his two elder brothers on the left, then at the five younger brothers on the right, and then said in a deep voice: "The emperor reprimanded me one after another. What do you guys think?"

Lao Ba is the youngest and the most irritable, so he yelled:
"If you want me to say that it's the opposite, what are you waiting for! The yellow-haired boy keeps making orders, so he has seen the clues. Could it be that we have to wait until he is ready to give us a pot?"

"Eighth brother, keep your voice down!" the sixth son scolded.

Li Shichang waved his hands and said with a smile:
"Sixth Brother, I'm too worried. I don't dare to say anything about the whole Xichuan, but in this palace, no matter what happens, there will be no news."

The fourth brother said: "The eighth brother is right, I'm afraid the capital is going to make a move."

Li Shichang looked to the left with a solemn expression and asked, "Brother, what do you think of the second brother?"

The boss stroked his beard and pondered for a moment, "We have been preparing for so many years, what is it for? Safe!"

"I knew that big brother would say that!" The old man said angrily, "It's safe! It's safe! It's safest not to move!"

The second child hurriedly said:

"The eighth brother is actually talking nonsense! Why did the eldest brother say that he will not do anything? The so-called plan and then move is all about this word! We have made many arrangements over the years, and they have to play a role in order to help us achieve things..."

"Second Brother's words are true, but I'm afraid I can't wait now. Seventh Uncle doesn't have to count on it. It depends on God's will on the river. Although there is no news from the Cao Gang, I feel that we may not be able to escape the eyes of our Lord Xiang." , I’m afraid the effect will be limited! If we drag it on like this, we will do no good!” said the fifth child with a worried look on his face.

The second child hurriedly interjected: "It is precisely because of this that we can't mess around!"

Lao Ba anxiously said: "Who messed up? Hasn't this come to this point? You can't wash your neck and wait for someone to chop it off?"

The boss said in a deep voice, "Why cut it? For so many years, if the father and son dared to cut it, they would have done it long ago. Aren't they afraid of public opinion, future generations' accusations, and history books leaving marks!"

The second child followed closely and said: "Exactly! As long as they can't find any real evidence, they will have nothing to do with our brothers..."

"That's right, but we're starving to death too! The imperial court cut our expenses in various ways, so it's okay for us brothers to say, what about our children and grandchildren?" The old eight stood up excitedly.

"For the sake of our children and grandchildren, we should plan carefully, and only do it when everything is in order!" The second child also yelled.

"Since ancient times, we have been seeking wealth and danger, but the second brother is afraid, right?"

"I'm an old bone, what's so scary? But you guys, don't act recklessly!"

Lao Qi, who had been silent all this time, spoke:

"Father and king died of hatred. Our son's carefreeness is against filial piety! The eldest brother and the second brother are really right to worry, but the eighth brother is also right. I think the sky will send a big responsibility to the third brother, and it cannot be saved by manpower." ! In other words, everything depends on luck. What kind of troubles have their father and son made in this world all these years? God will punish you! We just need to obey God's will."

Li Shichang patted the table and said confidently:
"Lao Qi is right! We just need to follow God's will! If it's the flood season and it rains heavily, we'll do it. Isn't he claiming to be smart and sending troops to repair the river? It's just what I want! Originally, I wanted to use the river to do it. To make a fuss, he killed Fan Shoukang, ruined my arrangement, and wanted to block my way, hmph! I want to know how he will take care of the safety of the cities around the river if there is a mutiny! The soldiers and supplies are all there! Let's take advantage of the situation to return a grand event to the people of the world!"

Li Shichang paused for a while, and then continued: "If there is no instruction from God at that time, we will lie dormant for a few more years, and it is okay to look for opportunities to move."

"That's what it means. It's been arranged for so many years, and it's not just in the river, but in the Caobang!" Lao Ba shouted excitedly.

The eight brothers all knew in their hearts that this year's flood could not be avoided, and Li Shichang had decided to do it.

The boss and the second lamented in their hearts, if God's will was for them, how could the previous arrangements fail again and again!

But the other brothers were all eager to try, and excitedly studied the geomancy map with Li Shichang and discussed where to raise troops.

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(End of this chapter)