The famous book tour starting from the Red House

Chapter 444
In Liangshanshuipo, on a big boat, Mu Xu was surrounded by the Ruan family brothers and talked at the bow, and beside him was Hu Yanzhuo who kept looking left and right.

Seeing Hu Yanzhuo like this, Mu Xu couldn't help laughing and said, "Brother Huyan is so brave on the battlefield, why is he afraid of seeing your uncle? Could it be that he can still eat you?"

Hu Yanzhuo smiled wryly, "The village master doesn't know something. Although our family is stronger than Brother Yang Zhi's family, it is not strong enough. Therefore, all the men of my Huyan family have been required to practice martial arts and study military books hard since they were young. , and strive to restore the glory of the ancestors.

But the younger brother is not talented, the first time he took command, he was beaten by the village master and nearly wiped out the entire army.Every time he thinks of this, Zhuo feels ashamed and ashamed to see Jiangdong's elders. "

Mu Xu comforted, "Victory or defeat is a common matter in military affairs, so you don't need to worry about it. I promise you, I will let you shine again in the future."

Ruan Xiaoqi interrupted suddenly, "According to me, Brother Huyan doesn't have to be like this. I saw your uncle on the mountain, talking with Xu Junshi every day, and I think he is very interested in our cottage. Maybe he You might even have the idea of ​​joining the gang, so how can you blame me?"

Hu Yanzhuo's eyes lit up, and he hurriedly asked, "Is this true?"

Ruan Xiaoer testified on behalf of his brother, "It's true, I see that Uncle Ling, Junshi Xu, and Brother Yanqing are very close to each other, and they often hang out together recently."

Hu Yanzhuo knew that Ruan Xiaoer's temperament was calm, since even he said so, it should be more or less the case, so he immediately looked at Mu Xu and wanted to ask his opinion.

Mu Xu thought for a moment, and said, "This matter is not urgent for now, you can ask Uncle Ling first in private. If he really wants to, let him go to Taiyuan privately after I have settled with the court. will treat him badly.”

After Hu Yanzhuo thought about it, he immediately understood that Mu Xu was afraid that during the negotiation period, he would openly poach the corner of the imperial court and cause extra trouble.So, he quickly agreed.

While the few people were talking, the Golden Beach was already in sight, and Xu Guanzhong had already brought the leaders who stayed behind in the cottage, waiting there for a long time.

Mu Xu looked around and found that Tong Jian was also among them, and there was a young man whom he didn't know, probably Hu Yanqing.

After a while, the boat was on the shore, and Mu Xu disembarked first, and everyone hurried forward to greet him.

Mu Xu returned the salute one by one, joking with everyone from time to time.After saying hello one by one, he looked at Tong Jian and said with a smile, "Your Majesty Tong, don't come here without any problems. I don't want to be reunited here today. We are really destined."

Compared with Mu Xu's enthusiasm, Tong Jian was much more reserved. He hastily saluted Mu Xu and complimented him, "The village master Mu is very polite. Since the capital left, the village master has shocked the world, which is admirable." .”

Mu Xu said casually, "We are also old acquaintances, so there is no need to be so polite."

As he said that, before Tong Jian could reply, he looked at Hu Yanqing, "This must be General Hu Yan, I've admired his name for a long time!"

Hu Yanqing hurriedly returned the salute, and said modestly, "The village master has broken the villain. The villain is still waiting for the arrangement of the court, but he is only white, so he can't be called the village master general."

Hearing these words, Mu Xu began to think about it, and pointed out, "Gold will always shine one day. General Huyan is a good-looking talent. Are you afraid that there will be no room for a hero?"

Then, he called Hu Yanzhuo to his side again, and solemnly ordered, "Your family reunites after a long absence, and I think you have a lot to say about yourself, so my brother will entertain General Hu Yan for me. Don't be negligent."

The two thanked each other, and Mu Xu waved his hand, indicating that they don't need to be polite, and then led the crowd to the cottage.

On the way, Mu Xu and Xu Guanzhong were at the forefront, and asked in a low voice, "Has the military division ever probed into them? I don't know why the imperial court wants to recruit us again?"

Xu Guanzhong replied in a low voice, "Although what the two said was vague, it should have something to do with Fang La. I'm afraid the imperial court was worried that the village master would help Fang La from Hedong, so that Tong Guan could not fully mobilize troops."

Mu Xu was surprised and said, "I know what happened in Weizhou earlier must not be hidden from someone who is interested, but why was it discovered so quickly?"

Xu Guanzhong explained, "Perhaps it was because of Song Jiang. When I used Tong Jian's words before, I learned from his mouth that Erlongshan and his gang have now taken refuge in Tong Guan. I heard that Song Jiang is still valued by Tong Guan."

Mu Xu was really surprised when he heard the news about Song Jiang suddenly. He was about to express his opinion on this matter, but he caught a glimpse of Tong Jian approaching him and immediately stopped talking.

After that Tong Jian came to Mu Xu's side, he first looked in the direction of Hu Yanqing, and found that Hu Yanqing was behind and talked to Hu Yanzhuo, and then he said to Mu Xu in peace,

"Mu Zhaizhu, as you said before, we are old acquaintances. I don't know if I have time. I want to talk to you in private."

Mu Xu had no choice but he also wanted to hear what kind of medicine the imperial court was selling in the gourd, so he immediately responded, "That's fine, how about we catch up on the old days alone after the banquet?"

Tong Kan said happily, "It's so good!"

Mu Xu smiled and said no more, and led the crowd all the way to the Juyi Hall, and then ordered people to prepare a rice dumpling banquet, and he wanted to personally entertain the imperial envoys.

After the banquet, in the study of Liangshan Houzhai, Tong Kai talked about his purpose.

"Master Muzhai, we Ming people don't speak dark words, so I don't know how you are willing to submit to the imperial court and not collude with that Fang La traitor to sabotage the imperial court's efforts to calm the chaos?"

Mu Xu asked with great interest, "Are you asking this question for the imperial court, or on behalf of Tong Shumi?"

There was a trace of unnaturalness on Tong Jian's face, and he pretended to be calm, "I am a little puzzled by what the village master said. My brother is loyal to the official family. The official family means the brother's meaning. There is no difference between the two."

Mu Xu said with a half-smile, "I don't think so. As far as I know, Privy Tong wants to be crowned king. Even if he quelled the Fang La Rebellion, his merits would be far behind. But if I can give it to him A great achievement, do you think it is more likely?"

Tong Jian breathed heavily, and couldn't help asking, "What kind of credit is the village master talking about, please explain clearly?"

Mu Xu replied unhurriedly, "Hedong!"

"Ah, this... the village master's words are serious?" Tong Jian stood up in shock, first happy, then suspicious,

"Could the village master be playing tricks on me? You have managed to occupy the rich land in the east of the river, how can you let go easily, and where will your people go after you let go?"

"Can't I submit to the court?"

Unexpectedly, after Tong Jian heard this, he shook his head and said, "My brother once said that the village master is far-sighted, not comparable to Fang La and Wang Qing. Even if the village master is willing to recruit, he must want to separate one side. To serve in the court."

Mu Xu was startled, then laughed dumbly and said, "This statement should make sense. I don't think Privy Tong is my confidant, but it's a pity that we are destined to be on the same side. Otherwise, I would definitely respect him with three bowls of wine."

Tong Kai said perfunctorily, "Who can say for sure what will happen in the future, maybe there will be such a day."

Speaking of this, he put on a very serious expression, "Village Master, I came here with sincerity this time, please don't talk about him, and tell me the truth."

Mu Xu smiled and said, "Didn't I just say that I want to make friends with Privy Tong, and Hedong is my gift. If the result satisfies me, maybe I can help Privy Tong persuade your old cheap son-in-law Wang Qing to surrender. "

Tong Jian didn't care about the teasing words in Mu Xu's mouth, he swallowed, and Qiqi Ai said, "The more the village master says that, the more I can't believe it, unless you tell me the way out you arranged for yourself, I can only believe it."

Mu Xu showed hesitation and said after a while, "Forget it, then I will tell you the truth. I know what the land of Hedong means to the Song Dynasty. Therefore, I am going to go west with all my strength to compete with Xixia for my Longxi hometown of the Han family."

(End of this chapter)