Lord: Start with a book of Water Margin

Chapter 312 Optimus Prime and Qingzhou

After hearing Zhao Shiqilang's assurance, Zhao Zhen said, "If you can really train a military pigeon, I will give you a reward."

After hearing this, Zhao Shiqilang thanked him again.

Zhao Zhen asked, "Brother, you have been here for a long time. Are there any birds in Liangshan County that can be trained? It would be best if they were like the two mynah birds you raised, which can speak and entertain people. By the way, why didn't you bring them with you today?"

"It's hot, so put it in the room to keep it cool. I have searched all over the Dead Tree Mountain, but I haven't found any parrots, mynahs, or starlings. My pair of starlings are hatching eggs, and I will send them to you when they are trained."

Zhao Zhen was overjoyed: "Thank you very much, brother."

The two chatted for a long time. The snow peacocks and golden pheasants in the chicken farm were all normal, and there was no difference between the offspring of the two chickens. Seeing that it was getting late, Zhao Shiqilang said goodbye to Zhao Zhen and returned to Kushu Village, holding two pieces of water cotton cloth sent by Zhao Zhen.

In the evening, Bai Zhi brought Wu Sanniang and Jin Cui Lian back together, and Hu Sanniang also brought the female rider back to Baishi Manor.

At dinner time, Zhao Zhen asked Bai Zhi, "Madam, how is Wu Sanniang? Can she be cured?"

Bai Zhi sighed, "Sister Wu used to sleep in the open air, travel hard, and was sick for many years, so dampness and cold entered her body, which is why she is like this. I've prescribed her [Zhu Yu Pai Zhuo Decoction] for her. Drink it for three days first. If she sees improvement, I'll remove the herbs and take care of herself at home. I'll come back for follow-up visits as usual. In my opinion, after half a year of treatment, she should be fine."

After hearing this, Zhao Zhen praised: "Madam's medical skills are getting better and better."

Bai Zhi heard this, her lips curled up slightly, then suddenly collapsed, she touched her belly and said: "Sir, I don't know why we haven't gotten pregnant yet."

After hearing this, Cheng Wan'er and the others also sighed.

Seeing that the four of them had lost interest, Zhao Zhen consoled them, "We are all young, so there is no need to rush. Besides, the Ji sisters have never been pregnant, so there is no need for you to worry. If you still cannot get pregnant after marrying Jin Lebo and Xiu Lebo, it may be that there is something wrong with my body. Then we can invite a famous doctor to treat you."

Bai Zhi said, "It's because I'm not well-trained enough to see your husband's problem. I heard from my father that Wang Dingliu, a good man who has just arrived in the county, once said that there is a man called An Daoquan in his hometown. Why don't you invite him?"

Zhao Zhen said: "These days he, Hu Cheng and Du Xing are leading the caravan to transport salt. After a few days, when the salt is sufficient, we will send a suitable brother to go with him."

After that, Zhao Zhen said to everyone, "Don't you think there is something different today?"

Jin Cui Lian looked around and said hesitantly, "Sir, did you make this extra ginseng and lily porridge today?"

Zhao Zhen shook his head, and Hu Sanniang said, "Does it seem to be cooler now?"

"Sister is really considerate." Cheng Wan'er said, and took out the [Cooling Bead] from behind the screen: "This is the bead that the black clam spit out."

Bai Zhi and the other two took turns holding it in their hands and playing with it for a while. Hu Sanniang said, "This pearl is too big. It's more than half the size of the [Fire Pearl] that the master carries with him."

The couple and their five friends talked a lot around the bead, and then went back to their rooms to rest.

In the blink of an eye, it was the eighth day of the fourth lunar month. Zhao Zhen summoned all the heroes and managers from all over Liangshan to gather together. He took this opportunity to let the heroes get to know each other. The party lasted for two days before everyone dispersed.

On this day, Zhao Zhen was practicing swordplay with Hu Sanniang. Wu Yong came up to them, waving a feather fan and smiling. Zhao Zhen saw him and asked, "Xuejiu, what's the good news?" "Sir, I heard about Ren Yuan."

Zhao Zhen heard this and asked, "Where did this guy go?"

Wu Yong said: "He went to Qingzhou and became a leader under Song Jiang. Because he was strong and good at using poles and clubs, and he had many disciples, he became a sworn brother to Song Jiang."

"This guy is quite thoughtful. He didn't go west, but east instead, and became a bandit in the mountains of Qingzhou. According to spies, Song Taigong and Song Qing from Songjiazhuang have also gone up the mountain with their valuables."

"Song Jiang has revealed his true identity and integrated the various mountain strongholds. The four people on Qingzhen Mountain, Ma Yuan, the [Golden Scaled Python], Huangfu Xiong, the [Fei Lian], Lai Yong'er, the [Ghost Seer], and Helian Jinming, the [Lie Jue Da Lang], have also surrendered. Now, relying on the geographical advantage, they have joined forces and fought the government troops in a evenly matched manner."

"Qingfeng Village has been reckless because of Liu Gao's recklessness. Most of the people took advantage of the last time Song Jiang broke into the village and killed Liu Gao to follow him up the mountain. He also recruited many landless farmers everywhere, and now his power is unmatched."

Zhao Zhen heard this and said, "In such a short period of time, hasn't he gathered more than ten heroes?"

Wu Yong said, "Li Zhong, the Tiger Fighting General, and Zhou Tong, the Little Tyrant, both admire you, and sent a message to you through their confidants. They said they wanted to come and seek refuge with you later, but because of Song Jiang's loyalty, they had to stay in the stronghold. If they make a big move now, they are afraid that the imperial army will attack them. If things don't go well, please take them in."

Zhao Zhen asked, "What do you think, scholar?"

"Sir, these two are now the leaders of the mountain and control a group of people. Since they are willing, we can accept them. This will also make it easier to get information."

"Although Song Gongming's group seems to be prosperous now, I'm afraid they won't be able to hold out for long. After all, he must be short of weapons and armor. Didn't the great official say a few days ago that the armors of the various camps were in disarray? Now new armors are constantly replacing the old ones. Isn't Song Gongming's place the place for these old armors?"

"This matter still depends on Li Zhong and Zhou Tong. Repair the old armor and select a batch of armor and staffs seized from the warehouse and sell them. This will not only earn you some money, but also prevent Song Gongming from being defeated too quickly."

Zhao Zhen was immediately interested after hearing this: "Scholar, if this is successful, it will be a big profit. I heard from Brother Yanshun that there are many iron mines in Qingzhou. In addition to gold and silver, we can also trade a batch. Brother, be careful. This matter still needs your help. If it succeeds, it will succeed. If it fails, it doesn't matter. It's better to be cautious."

Wu Yong said: "Don't worry, sir. I will let the messenger go back and talk to Li Zhong and the other two. If it works, we will need the help of two fine brothers."

Zhao Zhen said: "Brother Shi Qian and Wang Dingliu are very careful and have been to Qingzhou frequently. How about them?"

Wu Yong waved his hands repeatedly: "Can't these two brothers do that?"

"Why?"

"Because they have been to Qingzhou, many people on Baihu Mountain and Qingfeng Mountain recognize them. If the news spreads, it will be a disaster. We have to do this secretly and not spread it. Moreover, we don't know what kind of people Ma Yuan, Ren Yuan and others are. If we want to trade, we need someone with strong martial arts skills to escort them."

Seeing Zhao Zhen looking at him, Wu Yong continued, "Brothers Shi Xiu and Liu Tang can go."

After listening to this, Zhao Zhen nodded. These two brothers are now training troops in Liangshan and rarely show up in public. They are suitable candidates.

At that moment, Wu Yong said goodbye to Zhao Zhen and went to talk to the little follower. He prepared a meal and wine for him, and rewarded him with three or five taels of silver, and sent him back with a message.

(End of this chapter)