Jiuxi

Chapter 46 046 [Terrifying]

After the previous crime was completed, Lu Chen was taken by Lu Tong to visit the Guangling Prefecture. At that time, he was just a junior observer.

Zhan Hui would occasionally laugh and chat with him, but most of the time he would talk to Lu Tongchang about people's livelihood and economy.

From this conversation and Lu Tong's usual descriptions, it can be seen that the relationship between the Lu family and the government is closer than Lu Chen imagined, which is why he took the initiative to come to Zhan Hui.

After sending a greeting in advance, Lu Chen set off at the agreed time.

This time he was very careful and specially invited two spies from Li Jin who were proficient in tracking. They put on an ordinary carriage and took a long way to the government office to ensure that they were not discovered by Beiyan's spies.

Zhan Hui met him in the flower hall of the back house. This arrangement was full of cordiality.

Lu Chen stepped forward and saluted: "My nephew pays homage to the Master."

"Quickly excuse me." Zhan Hui smiled warmly and waved his hands repeatedly.

The two of them sat down one after another. The maid served him tea and then left. Zhan Hui said warmly: "It's a pity that we didn't have a few words to chat with my nephew during our quick meeting last time."

Of course, Lu Chen would not take such polite words seriously, and said smoothly: "My nephew also wants to listen to the master's teachings in person, but my father said that the master is busy with government affairs and rarely has time, so I asked my nephew not to bother me."

"Haha, why would he..." Zhan Hui laughed twice and said with emotion: "Speaking of which, my father and I have quarreled twice in the past few years, both because of you."

Knowing that the other party was just looking for a topic, Lu Chen was still a little curious, so he listened respectfully.

Zhan Hui said unhurriedly: "I have been friends with your father for some years. At that time, I was not the prefect of Guangling and held the position of classics and history in the government office. You have been smart since you were a child and have a high understanding of reading. However, your father is not the prefect." He refused to let you take the imperial examination, and said that this was to respect your idea. Naturally I disagreed with this matter, but I couldn't convince him. Later I was transferred to the capital and returned to Guangling five years ago to serve as the prefect. Because of this matter again Had a dispute with him.”

He paused and sighed softly: "So many years have passed by in a flash. It can be said that this time has passed by in vain."

Lu Chen can probably guess the reason why Lu Tong did this, but he will not delve into this topic. He said curiously: "It turns out that the Palace Master and my father have known each other for so long, and I have never heard my father talk about it."

"It's just old stuff."

Zhan Hui looked a little sad and said slowly: "Your Majesty and I met 13 years ago. At that time, the whole Huaizhou was not at peace, and the Jing Dynasty army even attacked Guangling City."

Lu Chen was slightly startled and asked, "What do you mean, the palace master, that the enemy actually broke through the Lai'an defense line at that time?"

If this was the case, he could not imagine how the Qi army could turn defeat into victory in the end.

Zhan Hui shook his head and said: "That's not true. Huaizhou had never experienced a war before, so no one paid attention to the three ancient roads in the Shuangfeng Mountains to the west. Perhaps someone was willing to serve as a guide, and the Jing Dynasty army took advantage of these three roads. The ancient road traversed the vast mountains and unexpectedly arrived outside Guangling City. If the Guangling army commander at that time had not been calm and calm, and the country gentlemen headed by your father had given their full support, I am afraid that Guangling would have fallen into the hands of the enemy."

Lu Chen also reacted at this time.

During this time, he learned about the garrison situation of Guangling Army from Li Jin.

The three ancient roads located in the mountains to the west all have garrisons. Among them, the southernmost Qiling Ancient Road has 4000 people stationed.Not only does this place have the largest number of troops stationed, but it is also the place where the commanders of the Guangling Army stay all year round. Because this ancient road is relatively wide, caution must be taken.

There are 2000 troops stationed on the other two ancient roads, and [-] troops stationed in Guangling City.

When he thought of this, Lu Chen's heart moved slightly. He could think of treating Beiyan carefully and repaying him in the same way. Couldn't the other party repeat his old tricks and come back?

If there is cooperation within the city, it is not impossible for the Yan army to surprise Guangling.

But in fact, he had already considered this issue before. After all, it is not uncommon for the inside to cooperate with the outside. In addition, the sudden resurgence of Beiyan Xizuo in Guangling City is very strange. It is not difficult to think of this based on his experience and experience in his previous life.

It's just that the difficulty in this matter is not the internal response in the city, but the Yan army's inability to send magical soldiers from the sky to the outside of Guangling City.

Hearing Zhan Hui mention old things at this moment, Lu Chen was slightly worried and asked: "May I ask, Mr. Fu Zun, is it possible for the enemy to break through the ancient mountain road now?"

Zhan Hui said calmly: "Absolutely impossible. Take the Qiling Ancient Road as an example. Although it is wider, it is only compared to the other two. In fact, the widest part of the ancient road is only more than four feet, and all the commanders made Qi The place the general chose to deploy his defenses is only about two feet wide, with cliffs on both sides. Do you think the enemy can launch an offensive in such a small place?"

Lu Chen felt relieved and asked, "Are there any mountain trails that we haven't discovered yet?"

A faint smile appeared on Zhan Hui's face, and he said calmly: "After the victory in that battle, in order to avoid repeating the same mistake, the governor's office sent a large number of people to survey along the road. Starting from Panlong Pass, he went south along the mountains until It took nearly two years to finally confirm that there is no other passage along the Hengjiang River."

Lu Chen didn't want to chase after him like a curious baby, but for some reason the worry in his heart did not dissipate, so he could only continue to ask: "My nephew is a little worried. If the enemy forces cross the mountain by force, and then suddenly approaches the city -" " My dear nephew, if you had been to those endless mountains in the west, you wouldn't have such worries." Zhan Hui interrupted him with a smile, and then said: "It's not just mountains, but also endless dense forests. No matter how strong your martial arts skills are, you will still lose your way after entering, not to mention the mountains and mountains are full of murderous intent. This is a real move that will lead to death and no life."

When Lu Chen heard this, he stopped continuing the topic.

But Zhan Hui had come to his senses, looked at Lu Chen thoughtfully and said, "It seems that my nephew has another reason for visiting today."

Lu Chen stood up unhurriedly, bowed his hands and said, "Your Majesty, Lu Chen, see you, Your Majesty."

Zhan Hui's eyes narrowed slightly, then a smile appeared on his face, and he said slowly: "Sit down and talk. In fact, your father mentioned this to me before leaving this time, saying that you have become the director of the Sutra Weaving Department."

Lu Chen thanked him and sat down. At the same time, he no longer had any doubts about the middle-aged man in front of him, and said with a little embarrassment: "I made you laugh."

"It's always right to be cautious. I admire your temperament very much, and I think the same goes for Su Jianxiao." Zhan Hui looked gentle, and then said: "You came to me on behalf of the Weaving Department, most likely because of the detailed work of the fake Yan. I just don’t know what kind of help the government can provide?”

Lu Chen gave a brief summary of what he and Li Jin had discovered, and then said: "My nephew and Li Cha have discussed everything. The reason why they don't attack the Gu family directly is because there is no conclusive evidence for the time being. The other reason is to find out what the fake Yan is doing." What do you want to do?"

Zhan Hui fell into deep thought.

After a long time, he said in a deep voice: "I will arrange this matter. In two days, I will personally invite the Gu family and his son to the government office for a banquet to discuss raising food to support the border. You don't have to be impatient and use this opportunity. Let’s investigate Gu Junye first and find as much evidence as possible. As long as it can be proven that the Gu family is collaborating with the enemy, it will be useless for the Gu family and his son to support him."

Lu Chen was well prepared and responded calmly: "Thank you, Mr. Fu Zun. During this period, we have been keeping an eye on Gu's house. No matter who goes in, everyone who comes out will confirm his identity and we will not miss anyone suspicious." "

Zhan Hui said with a gentle expression: "This is very appropriate. Also, you must pay attention to safety and avoid taking risks."

Lu Chen thanked him again, Zhan Hui waved his hand and said, "Go ahead and make arrangements. Be careful and don't let the fake Yan Xizuo discover your whereabouts."

"Yes, nephew, please leave." Lu Chen stood up and said.

On the way back, Lu Chen leaned against the wall of the carriage with his eyes slightly closed, as if he was immersed in a world of fugue.

Countless images intertwined and overlapped in front of his eyes, forming an extremely chaotic picture that seemed to be in chaos.

A stillborn plan to win...

The detailed work of Beiyan who has gone and returned...

The Gu family has frequent changes...

The tragic and anxious border war...

There are also the Guangling Army, the Shuangfeng Ancient Road, and the sudden Battle of Guangling 13 years ago... 13 years ago?
Lu Chen opened his eyes, his gaze as sharp as a knife.

He thought of the conversation when he first met Su Yunqing, of Zhang Xi's confession and Gu Yong's hesitation before his death, of Beiyan Xizuo who should have been waiting silently for the plan to seize the city, and of the Ministry of Industry who took Gu's daughter as a concubine. Shilang Qu remembered the four thousand defenders in Guangling City and recalled that Li Jin had mentioned the two generals responsible for the city's defense.

Lu Chen suddenly felt a chill in his heart.

The chaotic lines in my mind gradually found their way.

Chaos first opens, and light suddenly appears.

The person in charge of the Beiyan Procuratorate, who was most likely hiding in the Gu family mansion, seemed to have been waiting for the arrival of Lu Chen and the people from the Weaving Department.

At this critical moment, if the Gu family's father and son really rush to the government office together for an appointment, and the man doesn't do anything to stop them, it may be able to confirm his conclusion.

Lu Chen stared at the wall of the carriage, as if there was a vague face there. This face belonged to the chief of the Procuratorate who was hiding behind the scenes.

He raised his hand and tapped the small table next to him, murmuring to himself: "So... you are the real dead center?"

　Li Bingxue's character card has been added.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)