Chapter 348 Chapter Five

According to Kou Zhong's words, Wang Shichong arranged for Kou Zhong and his three to enter Dongdu without any publicity, and lived in a small courtyard in Zeshanfang in the south of the city. The speedboat is for three people.If you go by land, you can get a cup of hot tea to Tianjin Bridge, which connects the North and South Paradise Streets. The traffic is very convenient.They even declined Wang Shichong's proposal to send someone to wait on them, hoping to rest quietly to recover from the fatigue of the journey. Yang Gongqing personally brought food, food and clothes for them, and after making an appointment to have breakfast with Zhang Zhenzhou at Dong's Restaurant tomorrow, Fang said goodbye and left.

After bathing and dressing, the two gathered comfortably in the main hall, eating, drinking, talking and laughing, very happy. After Kou Zhong explained the conversation with Wang Shichong, father and son in detail, Tu Li sighed: "Frankly speaking, when you defeated Li Mi, Shimin and I thought that you, Kou Zhong, were seven percent lucky, and only two percent was earned by talent. After defeating Yu Wenhuaji, disrupting the Du-Shen coalition forces, and defeating Xiao Xian, Zhu Jie, and Cao Yinglong, we only thought you were succeeding in your tricks. We didn't know until tonight that you frightened Wang Shichong about the strategy of the Tang army to attack Luoyang. I suddenly realized that you, Kou Zhong, are indeed a great military talent. You are like a gift from God, and you can come up with a strategy that no one else can think of. If Wang Shichong is willing to give you the command, it will be unknown who will win between you and brother Shimin number."

Kou Zhong smiled wryly, "He doesn't even trust his loyal general, let alone me." Xu Ziling said, "Have you talked to him about Khan?" Kou Zhong frowned and said, "It's strange, he proposed it on his own initiative, and he acted very positively. But when I proposed Yang Gongqing to escort Khan back to Mobei, he said that there was another candidate. I don't know what kind of twisted thoughts this old fox is having. .” Tu Li stared at Xu Ziling in admiration, and explained Xu Ziling's analysis to Kou Zhong. Kou Zhong patted his legs and said, "Young Master Ling still has a clear mind, but I couldn't think of it so far. Wang Shichong arranged to send you off to the north tomorrow night. How should we deal with this matter?"

He continued: "No wonder he categorically denied having an agreement with Liu Wuzhou and Song Jingang, just because he was afraid that I would become suspicious." Xu Ziling pondered: "You once taught Wang Shichong to form an alliance with Dou Jiande. What does the old fox king have to say about this?" Kou Zhong gritted his teeth with hatred and said: "I asked insinuatingly, but he didn't say anything. Ha! He should be busy tonight! I really want to go to the Rong Mansion and see what he does to Rong Feng. Xiangxing asked the teacher of the crime." Tu Li shook his head and said: "Rong Fengxiang's influence in Luoyang is deeply rooted. Although he wants to rely on Wang Shichong, why not rely on him at this tense moment. I guess Wang Shichong must endure this tone and talk to Rong Feng later. Xiang settles accounts."

This time it was the turn of Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling to change their expressions slightly. The reason why Kou Zhong wants to "stove discord" in front of Wang Shichong is because Rong Fengxiang and his daughter have an ambiguous position, they seem to be allies with the Yingui faction, and they are inextricably linked with Yang Xuyan. If Rong Fengxiang can maintain his power in Luoyang, it will be harmful to the two of them. If he brings in Shi Zhixuan or Zhu Yuyan to deal with them, it will be even worse. It would be a lie to say that they are not afraid. Kou Zhong smiled wryly and said: "Khan's analysis is not unreasonable. From my point of view, Wang Xuan should be deeply infatuated with Yaoyao Rong. Maybe he is telling our secrets to Yaoyao Rong in Xiangnuan's bed right now."

Tu Li laughed and said, "Speaking of quilts and women, I am very excited. Is this what you call 'feeling lustful'?" Xu Ziling raised his glass and said with a smile: "Drinking is fine, but if Khan proposes to visit a brothel, please forgive me for not being able to accompany you. You can accompany Young Master Yang, a brave man who has dreamed of brothels since he was a teenager." Kou Zhong picked up the wine glass, pretended to be angry and said: "Young Master Ling, do you want to harm me? You should know that I and you are in the same luck. I have never visited a brothel with good results, including the last time I was almost framed by the temptress Zhu. success."

Amidst loud laughter, the three of them clinked glasses and drank heavily. Thinking of the journey from Hanshui to this near-death journey, I feel extraordinarily precious at this moment. "Bang! Bang! Bang!" The door of the outer courtyard was clattered loudly, especially if the other party didn't knock on the door with a knocker, it was even more thrilling. The three of them looked at each other, and when they didn't expect someone to be so bold, they shouted in a rough voice: "Uncle Qin is here! Hurry up and open the door." Then Qin Shubao's familiar voice said: "Old Cheng, can't you keep your voice down? Who likes to listen to your broken gong-like accent."

Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling were overjoyed, as soon as the door was opened, Qin Shubao, who had not seen him for a long time, and another big man had already entered through the wall, both reeking of alcohol and excited inexplicably. Qin Shubao snatched up the stone steps, and hugged the two of them firmly with both arms of the roc, he laughed and said: "Who would have thought that the two penniless young boys who met in the barren mountain that day would turn into storms that ruled the world?" Characters. You two boys really have no loyalty, and you ran away by yourself, but I was so tired that I was captured alive by Shen Luoyan's mother-in-law and went to work for her."

When Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling saw this bloody man, their blood boiled with enthusiasm, they hugged him and slapped each other, as if only through primitive hugging movements, could they express the impulse in their hearts.The former smiled and said, "It's never too late, if we bring down your boss, won't it also save you from suffering?" The big man who came with Qin Shubao muttered impatiently: "I don't sleep with a woman and come here with you. But you only care about old times and don't introduce me. His grandma really doesn't have enough friends."

Qin Shubao let go of the two of them, frowned and said: "I said that I can do it myself, but you insist on coming with me. Xiao Zhong Xiaoling, this is Cheng Yaojin who once defeated ten thousand enemies with five hundred soldiers." The two had heard his name many times, and they were deeply impressed. Firstly, his name was weird and easy to remember, and because he was a famous fierce general, they had long known each other.Looking at it intently, I saw that this person has a strong physique, a body like an iron tower, broad shoulders, round waist, muscular development, and a rather ugly face, but it exudes a sincere and refreshing taste, which makes people happy.

Cheng Yaojin was dissatisfied and said: "I have changed my name to Cheng Zhijie, I am not Cheng Yaojin anymore, be careful I will flatten your stinky mouth." When Qin Shubao laughed, Cheng Yaojin stretched out his thick palms, shook hands with Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling respectively, and said happily: "I love to make friends with heroes and heroes. Lao Qin has talked to me about the process of getting acquainted with you many times. , I finally saw you today! Come on! Let's go drink." Tu Li stepped out from the gate and said with a smile, "Why don't you come inside if you want to drink?" After the three rounds, the atmosphere became more and more intense, and the five hit it off immediately, and after eating a few cups of yellow soup, they all said something and said that, putting aside all scruples. Cheng Yaojin smiled and said to Tuli: "I didn't like you Turkic Tartars at first, but seeing that you can talk to others, and you are the brother of Xiaoling and Xiaozhong, I also remembered that there are good and bad Tartars just like us Han people. It is because of the difference between a gentleman and a villain that I am willing to sit down and drink with you, but the more I look at you, the more pleasing to my eyes, I will toast your brother." Tu Li couldn't laugh or laugh, and he had a drink with him, fortunately Tu Li also admired this kind of straight and tough guy without pretentiousness, so he didn't think it was a pest. Qin Shubao put the dishes into the bowls of each person, and said with a smile, "I just went to the kiln with Lao Cheng to have fun, and when we were working hard with a girl in our arms, Yang Gongqing sent someone to inform him that The three of you are here. I have enough loyalty, so I retreated bravely and came to meet you." Cheng Yaojin sneered: "It's clear that you've been quiet in the next room for less than three rounds, so what's the fuss about?" Qin Shubao retorted, "It turns out that you just listen and don't do anything. No wonder you were so angry when you knocked on the door." When everyone laughed wildly, Qin Shubao sighed: "Tonight we must have a hell of a fight, because Lao Cheng and I are ordered to escort a person to the northern border tomorrow evening. It's really a coincidence." Kou Zhong came to his senses, exchanged glances with Xu Ziling and Tu Li. Su Jian said in a deep voice: "Don't you know who to send?" Seeing the different expressions on the faces of the three, Cheng Yaojin said in surprise: "Wang Shichong said that he would tell us the route to the north and who to escort when we set off. Why are you uneasy?" Qin Shubao said: "We received an order from Crown Prince Xuanying at dusk, asking us to summon our headquarters to wait for the order to set off. Thinking of the loneliness of the journey, we took advantage of it to enjoy it tonight." Xu Ziling asked, "How do you feel about Wang Shichong?" Cheng Yaojin said disdainfully: "He is worse than Li Mi, and that kid Wang Xuanying is even less human, it makes people angry just thinking about it." Kou Zhongdao: "Has anyone come to persuade you to abandon Wang Shichong recently?" Qin Shubao was stunned and said: "How did you know? Shen Luoyan once sneaked to Luoyang and lobbied us to join Li Mi again, but we have already rejected it. No one should know about this." Xu Ziling sighed: "Of course you won't say it, but Shen Luoyan will deliberately leak it to force you to rebel. This is called a divorce." Cheng Yaojin was furious and said, "Shen Luoyan is really hateful." Kou Zhongdao: "Wang Shichong is an idiot, because he wants to kill you." Cheng Yaojin and Qin Shubao were astonished. Tu Li said calmly: "Wang Shichong taught you to escort people who are mere people. This is called killing with a borrowed knife. The knives belong to Liu Wuzhou and Song Jingang." Kou Zhong was about to explain, when a woman's voice came from the direction of the pier in the backyard: "Kou Zhong, Xu Ziling, get out of here." Kou Zhong smiled wryly and said, "Young Master Ling, please slowly explain to the two old brothers clearly. I want to comfort his lovely wife on behalf of Brother Li, it must be considered a sense of loyalty!" The red-haired girl lost a little weight, but she was still so bright and radiant. She stood at the top of the stone steps leading to the river, staring at Kou Zhong as coldly as frost and snow, and said in a deep voice, "Where is Li Jing?" Kou Zhong was speechless inwardly, knowing that she had a fiery temper, if she accidentally waited on her, it would be a firefight. It's just that I can't hurt her, and it's really hard to deal with her flying whisk that makes it perfect. Hurrying to make amends, he smiled and said, "Sister-in-law is really well informed. We came here without even warming our buttocks, so you know how to find the door. It's a pity that we still think that our whereabouts are secret." Hong Fu Nu cautiously said: "Don't call me sister-in-law, if you really treat Li Jing as a brother, you won't be so tired that he disobeys King Qin's order and travels thousands of miles to find you two self-righteous guys." Kou Zhong smiled wryly and said: "Who doesn't think oneself right? Hey! I'm not talking about you, sister-in-law." Hong Funu cut him off and said, "Stop talking nonsense, where is Li Jing?" Kou Zhong hurriedly told the story of meeting Li Jing. Hongfu Nu obviously breathed a sigh of relief, her expression softened a little, she stared up and down at him intently, flashed a look of astonishment, and said in a softer tone: "Do you know that cooperating with Wang Shichong is like trying to seek skin with a tiger? Is the lesson not enough?" Kou Zhong nodded humbly and said: "Sister-in-law taught me well, we will be careful!" Hong Fu's female voice turned soft, and said earnestly: "Under the current situation, it is difficult for you to sneak into Chang'an. It is even more difficult to raise a large amount of property and weapons under the full vigilance of Prince Jiancheng. Sigh! I What should I say before you are willing to give up your mind? King Qin has always regarded you as close friends, and it has not changed until now, but you have caused him a dilemma, and you have also made your elder brother sleepless." Kou Zhong sighed: "This makes people have their own aspirations. If I had a choice, would I be willing to be an enemy of brother Shimin? But if Xiaoling and I can really win the treasure in Jiancheng and Yuanji is watching, it will only be good for the King of Qin, but not bad. " The red-haired girl's jade face turned cold, and said calmly: "Are you still so arrogant that you can create another miracle? I heard that there are only ten carts of books in the treasure, and tens of thousands of weapons. Even if no one pays attention to it, With the gates of the city wide open, I’m afraid you won’t be able to transport so many things in one day, but you still think that you can steal treasures and leave. Isn’t it wishful thinking? Even if you can sneak into Chang’an without knowing the ghosts and ghosts, you will eventually reveal your actions. A dead end." Kou Zhong said happily: "I know that sister-in-law is doing it for our own good, but as a person, I am more interested in trying things that are less likely. Otherwise, I wouldn't have broken Li Mi, and I still haven't lost my life." Hong Fu Nu stared at him blankly for a long while, then suddenly lowered her head and said softly: "From your tone, do you no longer hate your Brother Li?" Kou Zhong thought of Su Su, felt a pain in his heart, and said dejectedly: "What is there to hate? Sister Su has passed away!" Hong Fu's delicate body trembled slightly, she lost her voice and said, "Susu is dead?" Kou Zhong didn't want to mention Susu's matter again, he said: "You can ask brother Li for details, I think he is in the city, sister-in-law advises him to go back to Chang'an! Please don't bother us anymore." Hong Funu hesitated to speak, but finally left. Back in the hall, the four of them stopped talking, and their eyes fell on Kou Zhong with a heavy face. Kou Zhong sat down, forced a smile and said, "He's gone!" Tu Li asked, "How does she know we're here?" Kou Zhong shook his head and said: "She didn't say it, but it seems that our so-called secret nest is already a well-known mansion in the streets, and the problem is that we are too public. Hey! What kind of bird did you discuss?" His swear words immediately made Cheng Yaojin excited, and said in a rough voice: "His grandma's bear, Wang Shichong's stupid king dares to harm Lao Tzu, I will let him go around without eating." Tu Li smiled and said, "I decided not to leave." Kou Zhong lost his voice: "What?" Qin Shubao said: "Khan is just joking. Lao Cheng and I decided to follow Khan to his hometown to study why their valiant cavalry tactics are better than ours." Kou Zhong relaxed and said with a smile: "Khan is not afraid to learn secret skills for these two guys, and use them against you in the future?" Tu Li proudly said: "Some things cannot be stolen." Xu Ziling was afraid that Cheng Yaojin would not accept and refute him, so he turned away and said, "We have decided to follow suit, and the two elder brothers will take the opportunity to leave Wang Shichong and never look back." Qin Shubao said to Kou Zhong: "You didn't create some young general army, I think it's better to disband it. Under the current situation, no matter how heroic you are, Kou Zhong is so wise and brave, you can only study with the prince, there is no way Anything can be done. Jiangdu is the only one in the south that can hold out for a while longer." Everyone didn't expect that Qin Shubao would suddenly show up with a surprise soldier, and he spoke frankly.They all calm down to watch Kou Zhong's reaction. Qin Shubao is a famous general who is proficient in strategic warfare, so the judgment he made certainly has a certain weight.At the same time, it also shows that even if he and Cheng Yaojin leave Wang Shichong, they will not join Kou Zhong's young commander because of friendship. Kou Zhong calmly smiled and said, "Let's wait and see!" Cheng Yaojin patted Kou Zhong on the shoulder vigorously, stood up and said, "Good boy, you have kindness." Qin Shubao also stood up with a smile, and said: "Because of Khan's matter, we should not stay here for too long. Besides, Lao Cheng and I have brothers who have lived and died together, and we need time to make arrangements." "Dang! Dang!" The sound of knocking on the door came from the courtyard door. Kou Zhong smiled wryly and said, "It's called his door like a market." Tu Li stood up and said, "I'll take them along the waterway behind, and you and Ziling will see who they are." The pounders split up. Kou Zhong went to the west gate alone, and as soon as he opened the courtyard door, Kou Zhong's fist, which had been concentrated until Kou Zhong stopped breathing, rushed towards his face. 'A loud bang.