Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 889 Such a coincidence, you are on your way too

While Guo Zhi and Guo Liu, the uncle and nephew, were talking, their motorcade changed its driving route and entered Youzhou.

There was an episode on the way, but not long after they turned around, they ran into a few people blocking the road. They wanted to earn some money to buy roads, but they were easily defeated by the team's guards.

"These people are quite courageous. They dare to rob us when they see us in such a battle..." Guo Liu looked at the slightly chaotic convoy and couldn't help laughing, "They are too shameless. The appearance of our guards, we don't know how powerful we are, and we don't know how to live or die."

"They also have to fight," Guo Zhi had another opinion. "If the war in Youzhou lasts for a long time, it will produce many refugees just like Jizhou. These people are likely to be new refugees. They have no experience. You will only think about it when you meet us."

When Guo Liu heard this, he showed compassion, shook his head lightly and sighed: "Oh, why do people in the world have to suffer so much? I hope that our visit this time can reverse the chaos of the war and quell the disaster in Youzhou and Jizhou as soon as possible."

With that said, the uncle and nephew embarked on their journey again, but not long after they walked, they ran into another convoy. Just looking at the number and size of the convoy, as well as the number of guards around the convoy, Just know that these people have extraordinary origins——

What the guards were wearing and holding were not cheap at first glance, and were much more sophisticated than the equipment of Guo Zhi and his team.

"These people have extraordinary origins, Liu'er, come with me to see them."

As soon as the convoy of Guo Zhi and others came over, they were discovered by the other party. Moreover, even if this large group of people wanted to hide, they couldn't hide it. Guo Zhi was not pretentious, and he was ready to take the initiative to communicate with his nephew.

Of course, he had just experienced an encounter with refugees not long ago, and he should be vigilant. He asked his own steward to report to him first, and when the steward came back, he would first find out the identity of the other party. .

"A member of the Lu family in Zhuo County? Lu Zhi?" Guo Zhi was a little surprised when he heard the name, but he didn't think it was too strange. "Is it because he heard about the war in Youzhou and was worried about his family, so he came to visit in person? This is not the case. That’s not right, if you are worried, you shouldn’t put yourself in danger, but send warriors over to take your family out.”

However, his nephew Guo Liu seemed to know something and reminded him in a low voice: "My nephew heard that this Lu Zhi seems to be a counselor of King Jiangdu. His trip to the north this time may not be because of the Lu family. It is very likely that he is here on behalf of King Jiangdu." Yes, the purpose is probably the same as mine."

Guo Zhi was reminded of this and immediately became vigilant: "It's very possible. If so, then you and I must be careful. The King of Jiangdu has never been happy with the Lord, and he doesn't have the overall situation in his eyes. He only thinks about self-protection, and he clearly has a large army. , but did nothing, otherwise the situation in Jizhou would have deteriorated to this point. After this battle in Youzhou, General Wang will definitely train for a while, but the troops and horses lent are very limited. If the king of Jiangdu persuades us, then our situation will be passive. ! After all, Shi Le has already mobilized his troops and prepared to attack Hejian!"

The uncle and nephew were talking here, but Guo Zhi did not stop and took his nephew to visit.

On the opposite side, Lu Zhi also came out with a few people. The two sides immediately exchanged greetings and seemed very close.

"Guo Jun, I have heard of your name for a long time. When I saw you today, I realized that it is better to meet you than to be famous."

"Where are you? Mr. Lu comes from a famous family and is very charming. I'm glad to meet you. There are many people in your convoy. Where are you going?" The two of them chatted and laughed, then walked side by side, talking about some guests. It was a cliche, but it didn't mention the situation in Jizhou. However, Guo Liu, who was following the two of them, understood more and more as he listened, and felt the alienation and vigilance in the polite words of the two.

On the other side, Lu Zhi said this, but his heart became more solemn.

On his mission to Youzhou this time, he actually had the intention of helping Hejian, and even more intended to support Zu Ti's army, but the prerequisite was that he had to dominate the situation, otherwise it would be difficult for the King of Jiangdu to handle it. After all, he had to worry about the prince. There must be room for compromise and change.

"I heard that this Guo Zhi is the brother of a powerful man in Sizhou, and Zu Ti is also on good terms with that powerful man. The Guo family has greatly increased its power with the help of natural and man-made disasters. They have also collected money and recruited heroes, and they have become quite powerful. This Guo Zhi It seems that he is also the person the Guo family talks to, not someone like Yi."

As they talked, Lu Zhi and Guo Zhi mentioned the destination of their trip. One said Jixian County, while the other said Youzhou City.

The one in Ji County must be Guo Zhi. After listening to Lu Zhi's words, he immediately changed his tone and said, "That's right. I'm here to visit the General. He's in Youzhou City now. If you go to Ji County, it will be a bit far away, why don't you go with Lu Jun as well."

Lu Zhi's eyelids twitched, and he felt deeply that Guo Zhi was really shameless, but he couldn't stop him. After all, he was not the Lord of Youzhou, so he had to smile and talk about the benefits of traveling together.

As a result, the two convoys merged into one, and the scale suddenly reached a higher level. There were so many people and they were so majestic. They were marching like an infantry squad, just moving around a few carriages.

When the merchants and pedestrians along the way saw this, they all gave way. Even the refugee spies with evil intentions did not dare to test it rashly when they saw this posture. Therefore, the journey for several hours seemed calm and uneventful. No obstacles in sight.

However, this uneventful journey was finally broken. Blocking their way were more than a dozen riders. The leader was dressed in gorgeous clothes, but he was young and had a rather arrogant look. He looked like an extraordinary person at first glance.

"It turns out to be Wang Jun. I haven't seen you for a long time. How have you been lately?" Lu Zhi stepped out of the carriage and saw the man on the horse. He immediately raised his hand and said hello, and then introduced Guo Zhi: "This is the great general's nephew, Wang Ren. The general treated him like a son, and now he is the captain of Youzhou, leading the cavalry, and once defeated the Goguryeo army in Pingzhou, so he is a first-rate hero."

"It turns out to be Mr. Lu, you have put a high hat on your nephew again," the arrogant young man on the horse saw Lu Zhi. His expression calmed down slightly, but he did not dismount. He just turned his eyes and fell on Guo Zhi who was stepping out of the carriage. "Who is this?"

Guo Zhi was introduced by Lu Zhi, so he came forward to greet him at this time, and introduced himself after hearing the words: "I'm Guo Zhi, I will be a general under the command of the Zufu Lord, and I will take the title of County Captain. I have met Wang Xiaowei!"

"Are you Zu Ti's subordinate?" Wang Ren squinted his eyes, looked at Guo Zhi, then at Lu Zhi, and said with a smile, "I know the purpose of your visit, but you just want to see my uncle. I will lead the troops in front and take charge of Fan Yang, but I cannot let outsiders take notice of me. You two should follow me back to Jixian first."

When Lu Zhi and Guo Zhi heard this, they had helplessness in their eyes, but they could only nod in agreement.

(End of this chapter)