Chapter 294 Reunion

"The emperor is forcing himself to make a statement, although his father does not go to court. But the army is still headed by the Xia family. This is a double-edged sword. If you take this job, it will be good to win and consolidate the position of the Xia family in the court. Once lost, Zheng Wu's two families will use this as an excuse to propose to remove the Xia family's military power, and no matter how weak they are, their strength will be greatly weakened. No matter how loyal the Xia family is, it is a foreigner after all. The emperor doesn't mind taking over the military power in person. Xia Zhong thought of it in an instant.

"I think that the Taihu water bandits are just a rabble. If they win a few small victories, they will be arrogant and difficult to become a big weapon. At this time, it is not appropriate to attack on a large-scale basis. It can form a blockade in the waters of Taihu Lake and cut off its supply of grain and grass. It is the safest way to weaken the momentum step by step and then launch a raid.

"How long does it take for General Xia to ask this method?" A civil official asked. This person is a pro-Zheng family and obviously has bad intentions.

"At least three months, if the water pirates have stored food in advance, it may take longer."

"Three months, it takes so long to clean up a group of water thieves, how can the majesty of the dynasty exist? Isn't it a joke to spread it? Xia Jiajun's strength has to make people question how to take on the responsibility of guarding the territory"

Looking at this man's arrogant appearance, Xia Zhong couldn't help snorting coldly, "It's not for Lord Wen to judge the strength of Xia Jiajun. If Lord Wen has a safer way, don't let it go.

It's not surprising that everyone has seen the open and secret struggle of the three families. There is no doubt that this battle will need to be won. In order to stabilize the hearts of the people, of course, the sooner the better. If the soldiers are killed or injured, it is not difficult to take down the twelve serial docks. However, every soldier of the Xia family's army has been trained hard. They are loyal to the Xia family. How can the Xia family be willing to let them be cannon fodder? Too many troops can't be pulled out, and it is easy to cause panic among the people. The grain and salary required by the army is also a large expense. No matter how bad 30,000 sailors are, ordinary water pirates can't defeat them. If they send too few troops, they will die.

"Five thousand elite soldiers will defeat the enemy in January. Who dares to ask? The old man in royal robe turned his back to the crowd and stared for a long time. Although the sound is not loud, no one dares to ignore it.

The end of the sailor commander has clearly demonstrated the attitude of the emperor's team in this matter. Although some people are eager to try, they still resist. The consequence of failure is death! The military order was not so easy to receive. Everyone's eyes glanced at Charlotte unintentionally, and the scene was silent.

"It is duty-bound to guard the Xia family, and Weichen Xia Luo invites you to fight!" Xia Zhong is neither humble nor arrogant. Shocked four.

"The willow head on the moon, after dusk." I once enjoyed a good time. In an inconspicuous restaurant in Luoyang City, Xiao Ran drank muffled wine alone at the window. There are already two or three empty wine jars on the table, full of wine. Under the afterglow of the sunset, it is a little lonely. I remember the last time I was drunk and cruelly refused Tang Wan, it turned out that I was betrayed by my beloved. At that time, she must have been heartbroken.

"Brother, I finally found you." The shoulder was inexplicably patted, although he had noticed it and did not dodge it. Xiao Ran looked sideways and looked at two teenagers of the same age.

"You have the wrong person, don't disturb my drinking. Get out of the way!"

The two frowned, as if they were a little surprised.

"Second brother, can't you even hear my voice? What's going on? Why are you drinking alone? It's hard for me and my third brother." Yang Fan asked with the skill of passing through the secret.

"Second brother, I'm Xue Ling"

Xiao Ran was stunned and looked at the two of them gratefully. The two have also heard about finding him. Shuangmu Town is that they secretly help each other and provoke several major forces to take action, otherwise there will not be enough time to escape. There is a saying that the wall fell and everyone pushed him. It's rare that these two sworn brothers don't dislike him.

When you are in trouble, he will remember those who have helped, and those who have fallen into the well will also remember!

There is a way: 30 years in Hedong, 30 years in Hexi, don't bully young people into poverty!

"back to the inn." No heart, no thank you. Since they still recognize this brother, there is no need to say too much. Or, how can the word "thank you" measure the feeling in his heart?

"No, go home!"

"Home..." What a familiar word, but is there still a home to return to now?

Since the news of the assassin came from the general's mansion, the city has been under martial law. Xiao Ran took the two to the seven-killing gate and divided the rudder in the city. Along the way, I was silent. The two didn't know what happened to Xiao Ran, and they were full of doubts.

"Second brother, what's going on? Say it and let's figure it out together. If you hold it like this, you will get sick..." Xue Ling couldn't help asking. Xiao Ran hoped that the eldest brother would say a few words about him, even if he scolded him. Yang Fan just looked at him and said nothing for a long time.

"What are we going all the way for? Xiao Ran, if you still treat us as brothers..."

Xiao Ran closed his eyes and took a deep breath in a low voice: "The smoke has fallen in love with others!" These words are extremely slow, as if they have exhausted the strength of the whole body. When the lion is injured, he will choose to lick the wound alone in no one's corner. Xiao Ran does not want his relatives to see him. Love, the more emotional people are, the deeper they are hurt.

Who do you like? Just grab it back."

"Prince Li Yan!"

Yang Fan and Xue Ling were silent at the same time. Xiao Ran will talk about what happened with the two since Shaolin separated. The danger fell out, and the hearts of the two people sweated coldly. Xiao Ran's experience in the past few months can only be described as unimaginable, and it took half an hour to make it clear. Avoiding the involvement of the two and deliberately concealing some details.

"Second brother, it may not be true. You are too arbitrary. What does seeing that scene mean? We all know the character of Yan'er, and she is by no means a person with different ideas. Just give up like this? Why don't you ask in person? Don't you even have this confidence? What problems can self-pity solve? Xiao Ran, whom I know, is by no means like this. You are giving her up. What about the prince? Didn't you beat him in the imperial city school inspection? If it's a man, take her back!" The second brother was really carried away by the atmosphere. Otherwise, you will not make such a low-level mistake.

"What if Yaner believes that I stabbed General Xia, and the seven-star stone is indeed on me!"

"Then make it more clear. After all, we have been in love, and we can't be lovers or enemies. Are you willing to regret it for the rest of your life!"

Xiao Ran gritted his teeth and looked like Xia Ruoyan in his mind: "I'm unwilling. Even if I die, I will listen to her say she doesn't like me!"

The night was vast. In the bedroom, Xia Shuangtian looked at the ceiling and lay ** and didn't know what to think. Uncle De guarded him respectfully.

"What do you think of the assassin who hurt the prince last time?" Xia Shuangtian suddenly said.

"It's just a master of the acquired realm, not the same group as the last sneak attack. The hidden weapon used is a poison needle, not deliberately killing people, but should be used to protect the body in a hurry. The silver needle hurts people from the side of the arm, judging from the terrain. It is only possible for the silver needle to move in an arc in the air. In martial arts, only Tangmen's "Sura Hand" stunt is the most suitable. Uncle De said slowly.

"Humph, Tangmen? This is not Shuzhong. They don't have the courage yet."

"If it's good to expect, the teenager should have been here. I can see that the young lady cares about him very much. He even turned a blind eye to the prince's kindness many times. On the premise of not affecting the overall situation, I hope that the general can save his life. Just take it as a compensation for him," Uncle De thought for a moment.

"Xiao Ran? I didn't expect him to improve his martial arts so fast. Um... The plan has changed, and no wonder I'm cruel. It's a pity that it's not the right time to be born. How have you been recently?"

Uncle De shook his head slightly and said, "It's not very good. Miss doesn't seem to want to believe it yet."

Xia Shuangtian sighed and seemed to think about whether he was too selfish.

"Yuwenmeng has been thinking about 20 years to build a twelve-ring dock with Taihu Lake as his old nest. The first confrontation made 30,000 Baling sailors return. The men are capable and different. Why did the general want the eldest son to take on this hard job?

"This move is very important to show weakness to the enemy. The emperor has taken precautions, and these forces are indispensable. Let's arrange it carefully. There is not much time left for us..."

"Cough" Xia Shuangtian coughed a few violently, and the former "God of War" seemed to be a little older.

"Does the matter of the Seven Star Stone continue to be investigated? If it is carried out at the same time, I'm afraid it will be a little troublesome to transfer manpower. Uncle De thought for a moment and asked.

"Let it go for the time being. It's good to have seven-star stones, but it must not affect the plan. Don't let Xiao Ran and Yaner meet alone. It's not the right time yet."

"Ye, that's it. General, take care of yourself."