The matter of finding the silver had come to an end. It was a rare opportunity for him to go on a business trip, and it was an old place, so Official Lin naturally would not let go of such a good opportunity. He brought Ning'er around Ji Ning to have a good time, chatting with her to make up for her missing him.
Lake Weishan had long regained its tranquility. Three hundred thousand fish seedlings were sown, and they would be able to be harvested in autumn. Official Lin had done a great deed. Not only did he win the love and respect of the fishermen, but he also made Talented Lady Luo even more infatuated with him. The few thousand taels of silver he spent was worth it. Taking advantage of the beautiful weather, Official Lin personally rowed a boat and spent a day with the charming Miss Luo on Lake Weishan. Rowing on the water, his beautiful wish of indulging in debauchery during the day had finally been achieved. Official Lin took out the erotic painting book, and the two studied it together, creating a song of flowers in the water. Talented Lady Luo's passion was not just for show. She stuck close to her husband's body, revealing half of her breasts. She was like a flower, and it really hooked Official Lin's soul. In the face of her big brother's unreasonable requests, Ning'er refused and gave in. Her rosy cheeks, she moaned softly, and on the vast Lake Weishan bloomed the most charming smile. When they returned to the shore, Talented Lady Luo tightly clung to her big brother's side. Her beautiful face was flushed, and her eyes were filled with passion. Her ample breasts and buttocks had the charm of a mature woman, causing Official Lin to love her dearly.
When looking for a wife, one should find someone like Ning'er. Dignified in front of others, flirtatious behind others, and a genuine talented woman. How could he not be enchanted? When Miss Xu saw the happiness in Ning'er's eyes, she was deeply moved.
After resting for a day, she told Hu Bugui to organize the troops and prepare the rations. Official Lin personally led an army of tens of thousands, escorting the three hundred and fifty thousand taels of silver that had been lost and recovered. They majestically set out for the capital. The journey back was much more leisurely. With so many people protecting him, and Ning'er accompanying him, it was a hundred times better than when he came.
The only thing that made him unhappy was that ever since Ning'er 'caught them in the act' that night, Miss Xu completely ignored Lin San. It was as if he didn't exist at all. He only pulled Ning 'er into the carriage and chatted about daily life. He didn't show himself easily, which also cut off Sir Lin's "blissful" thoughts.
"General." Seeing Official Lin sitting on the ferghana horse, listlessly following behind the carriage, Hu Bugui hurriedly urged the horse beneath him to catch up. "Yesterday, the Emperor sent out an urgent document, telling us to speed up our journey and quickly deliver the stipend. Li Tai's army is currently gathering and is in urgent need of silver. "
"There's nothing we can do even if we're anxious." Sir Lin waved his hand, a helpless expression on his face. "We have to walk step by step. There are dozens of carriages carrying silver, and there are tens of thousands of soldiers escorting them. Right now, our speed can be considered fast. Besides, we've already lost the silver once, and there might be other thieves waiting for us on the road, so we must proceed with caution. Let's do it this way, you ask the advisor to submit a memorial, just say that our army has traveled more than a hundred li a day, and is currently rushing toward the capital at top speed. "
Hu Bugui acknowledged and passed down the order. After thinking for a while, he looked at Lin Wanrong and said, "General, there is one more thing that I find strange. Who was the culprit behind the robbery of Shandong's stipend? When we were searching for the silver, we created such a huge commotion, but why did they not respond to us? Could there be some other conspiracy? "
Lin Wanrong stared ahead, nodding his head and sighing. "Brother Hu Bugui, you're right. We've been fishing and casting nets in Ji Ning, the commotion we've created is not small, but they are still so calm. Unless they don't want the silver anymore, there must be a conspiracy behind this. This is one of the reasons why I'm being so cautious. Right now, Li Tai's army is in need of silver. Every day we delay on the road is a bit more pressure on Li Tai. But if we advance rashly, who knows what tricks the enemy is playing. That will be even more disadvantageous to us. It really is a dilemma! "
Hu Bugui said in annoyance, "I, Old Hu, have led troops to battle all my life, but this is the first time I've done something like placing a deposit of silver. I can't go fast, and I can't stop, I'm really angry."
Lin Wanrong smiled bitterly and patted him on the shoulder. "There's nothing we can do, who asked us to be involved in this. Brother Hu Bugui, look at me, I keep saying that I don't want to get involved in this matter, and even refused Li Tai's invitation to join the army. But what happened in the end, this huge mess, didn't I get involved in everything? It's more complicated than joining the army, my life is more bitter than yours! "
These words were not false at all. Hu Bugui nodded his head in sympathy, but there was a faint surprise in his heart. The deeper Official Lin sinks, the better. It would be best if he could lead his brothers to the Northern Frontier, directly attack the Hu court, and sweep away the hundred years of humiliation that China has suffered.
Rumbling sounds of spring thunder came from afar. The sky gradually darkened, and the dark clouds in the distance grew thicker and thicker. Lin Wanrong swept a glance at the horizon, frowning. He shook his head with a bitter smile. "It really is the pot that we fear will come to us. The heavens are also against us, to rain at this time. This spring rain is continuous, it will not stop for three to five days. The eight hundred mile journey from Ji Ning to the capital, I'm afraid it will not be so peaceful. "
Hu Bugui also shook his head. "Damn, after fighting in the North for so many years, I'm not used to it when I return to the capital. Official Lin, you don't know, the rain in the Hu territory is different from here. One moment it's like a hailstorm, and in the blink of an eye it's sunny, and the temperature is like fire. It's not like our Jiangnan, where it rains like a girl! "
Lin Wanrong laughed. "The Hu territory is very different from here, the temperature difference between day and night is large, the temperature is constantly changing, so there is a saying, 'Wear a fur coat in the morning, wear muslin in the afternoon, sit around a stove and eat watermelon'. Our Jiangnan has a mild climate, so we can produce fish and rice, this is the fortune of our China. "
"Yes, yes, that's the reason. General Lin, you've been to the Hu territory before? Oh, I know, you must have read a lot of books. General loves to learn, I admire you, "Hu Bugui praised.
Lin Wanrong laughed and scolded, "Nonsense, when did you see me read? Damn, other than the erotic picture books, I'm annoyed to read other books. "
Hu Bugui let out a hearty laugh after his attempt at flattery had landed on the horse's leg. He was very much in tune with General Lin.
As the two were talking, the rain began to fall. At first it was fine, then it became dense, and by the time it fell layer by layer, it was like an ice knife cutting one's face. Spring rain is as precious as oil, in the early spring when all things grow, rain is the most precious. But for Lin Wanrong, this was a big bad news. He did not know how much time this continuous spring rain would delay.
After standing in the rain with Hu Bugui for a long time, he waved his hand and asked, "Big brother Hu, where are we now?"
"We are about to leave the boundary of Shandong. This official road has not been repaired for many years, it is rough and rugged, there is still a mountain road in front, it is very difficult to travel! "Hu Bugui was originally from Shandong, he was very familiar with the surrounding terrain.
Lin Wanrong nodded his head, "The enemy is in the dark, we are in the light, we can only take one step at a time. Big brother Hu, send out more scouts, we must clearly investigate the situation within thirty miles of the silver transport army. Tell the brothers to be careful, especially pay attention to the dangerous areas of the terrain, see if there are any landslides or collapses, and also pay attention to whether there are people causing damage. Once there are any, immediately fire and report to me! "
"Yes sir!" Seeing that Official Lin's expression was serious, Hu Bugui did not dare to be negligent, quickly taking the order and leaving.
Lin Wanrong let out a long sigh, and was about to turn around when he suddenly felt the weight on his head lighten. The rain had all moved away, and a small oil paper umbrella was placed over his head. There was a faint fragrance beside him, revealing Luo Ning's beautiful face.
"Ning 'er, why did you come out? It's cold outside, quickly go back to the carriage to hide from the rain, "Lin Wanrong said with a smile.
Luo Ning held the umbrella with one hand, and held his hand with the other. She said gently, "Big brother, you should also go back to the carriage, don't let the rain wet you."
"That won't do!" Lin Wanrong smiled and patted her little hand, "Ning 'er, this is a march, more than ten thousand brothers are drenched in the rain, and I, the commander, run away, what will the brothers think! Do you know the phrase 'lead by example', that is tailor-made for me, your big brother! "
When Luo Ning heard this, she giggled and glanced at him charmingly. Her seductive charm caused Sir Lin to be stunned. Incredible, incredible, this girl is trying to emulate Elder Sister An!
"Sister Zhiqing is really clever, you already knew that big brother would say this." Luo Ning smiled sweetly, saying gently, "Don't worry, I'm not trying to make things difficult for you. Sister Zhiqing said that she has something to discuss with you, you can't let a girl like her get off the carriage to accompany you in the rain, can you? "
Something to discuss with me? That's strange, we've been gone for two days, and that girl treats me like I'm the plague. She hasn't even said a word, why does she want to talk to me when it's raining?
He shook off the rain on his body, and got on the carriage with Ning 'er. The carriage was filled with a faint fragrance, and a small charcoal fire was burning brightly, reflecting Ning 'er's beautiful cheeks red.
Miss Xu sat by the window, her hands as smooth as weaving. She lifted the curtain and gazed into the distance, her eyes seemed to be filled with tears. She slowly recited, "Watching the spring rain on the road, every little bit is sentimental."
"Don't be sentimental." Lord Lin took the towel that Luo Ning handed over and wiped his wet hair. Then, he blew on his hands and said with a smile, "No matter how much we love each other, the heavens will not let us leave this place!"
Miss Xu's expression changed, and she angrily said, "Why do we need you to eavesdrop? Ning 'er, this is the residence of women, and it's not appropriate for you to bring a man here. Quickly tell him to leave, lest he dirties our carriage! "
Now that you know it's not appropriate, why didn't you mention this when you asked me to go to your bed? Lin Wanrong winked at Miss Xu, and smiled mysteriously. Xu Zhiqing seemed to remember something, and her small fists clenched. She glared at him fiercely, and her face was dyed red.
Luo Ning hurriedly smiled to smooth things over, "Big brother, I haven't heard Sister Xu recite a poem in a long time, and today she's in such a refined mood, I can't be happier. 'Watching the spring rain on the road, every little bit is sentimental', Sister Xu is really talented. Big brother, you should also recite a poem, and use the spring rain as the theme. "
"Soaking one's clothes in the rain of apricot blossoms, blowing one's face in the wind of willow trees. Please don't worship me, I copied this poem! "Official Lin laughed, and winked at Miss Xu.
Miss Xu glared at him, "At least you still have some self-awareness, and you're not completely useless. Ning 'er, this big brother of yours finally has a small merit. "
"Annoying! Big brother likes to mess around the most. " Luo Ning giggled, and glanced at him flirtatiously. She then said to Xu Zhiqing, "Sister Xu, don't you have something to say to big brother?"
Xu Zhiqing nodded, and her expression became serious. She slowly said, "Lin San, on our way here, did you notice anything strange?"
"Strange? What strange? " Official Lin said in a daze, "Other than Miss Xu pulling Ning 'er away being a bit strange, everything else seems to be quite normal."
Seeing that this person was not serious, Xu Zhiqing's brows wrinkled, and she sighed, "If you don't want to listen, then pretend I didn't say anything. Go do what you need to do, I don't want to talk to you anymore."
Miss Xu's stubbornness came out again, and Luo Ning hurriedly gave her big brother a look. Lin Wanrong spread out his hands, and said with a smile, "Alright, I'd like to hear the details. Miss Xu, can you tell me what's so unusual about it? "
"You're such an astute person, I don't believe that you don't have the slightest feeling." Miss Xu lightly said, "On our way here, the biggest feeling I got was that it was quiet. It was too quiet, as if nothing had happened at all. We made such a big ruckus in Jining, and if those thieves really had designs on the silver, they definitely wouldn't have the slightest reaction. At the very least, they would have some decent counterattack! For this three hundred thousand taels of silver, they were willing to poison the five thousand troops that defected to them. I don't believe that they would allow us to easily transport the silver to the capital. "
Her words touched on the worries in Official Lin's heart. This Miss Xu was indeed worthy of being the female military advisor who had gone to the frontlines to fight against the Hu people. Her thoughts were thorough, and she was quite resourceful.
Seeing that Lin San was deep in thought, but did not reveal the slightest bit of surprise, Xu Zhiqing knew that this fellow had already thought of this. With his cleverness, he must have already realized that something was wrong, but he had not said anything. Miss Xu shook her head and sighed, "It seems that I made an unnecessary move. Official Lin must have already made arrangements."
Lin Wanrong laughed, "Miss Xu, don't be sarcastic. We are out in the open, and the enemy is in the dark. How would I know what they are planning? How would I be able to deal with them in advance? Even if they wanted to rob me on the road, I wouldn't be able to do anything. "
Luo Ning was shocked when she heard this, and she hurriedly pulled on his arm, "Rob? That can't be! We are the imperial army, and we have ten thousand troops. Did those bandits really eat leopard's gall? "
Xu Zhiqing's slender finger lightly touched the bridge of her nose, and she said with a loving smile, "Silly girl, this isn't a problem of how many people there are. If we were to face them head-on, they wouldn't dare to come even if we borrowed ten guts. But if they were to make a move in the dark, we wouldn't be able to guard against them. This three hundred and fifty thousand taels of silver is the first batch of provisions for the hundreds of thousands of troops, and it is related to the war against the Hu. No matter what, we cannot afford to make any mistakes. Even if they can't rob us of the silver, they can only trap us for a few days, and prevent the army from advancing to the border. That will be their victory. At this time, if we delay for even a day, the price we have to pay is the lives of the people at the border. "
Luo Ning did not expect the situation to be so serious. She stuck out her tongue, and pulled on Xu Zhiqing, "Sister, I'm curious. Robbing this batch of silver will only benefit the Hu. But the Hu are still in the north, a thousand miles away from here. Could it be that they have wings to fly over to rob us? Even if they do, how would they know that we are transporting the silver to the capital? "
Smart! Her words hit the nail on the head! Lin Wanrong nodded at Luo Ning. Luo Ning looked at him and smiled sweetly, indescribably charming.
This question seemed to stir up Miss Xu's emotions. She was silent for a long time before sighing, "Ning 'er, you are right. No matter how powerful the Hu are, they can't enter deep into our China's territory to rob us. There must be a traitor in our China who has evil intentions. For his own benefit, he disregarded the country and people, and colluded with the Hu to harm his own people. This kind of stinginess is like an abscess on the body of China. If we don't get rid of it, there will be endless disasters! "
"Sister, are you talking about Prince Cheng?" Luo Ning looked at Xu Zhiqing, and asked carefully.
There were no outsiders here, so Miss Xu did not act pretentiously. She nodded her head helplessly, and then suddenly remembered something. Her expression changed, and she said, "Lin San, you said a few days ago that the people who assassinated the Emperor were Wokou from Dong Ying. This time, the Wokou are also involved in the robbery, right? "
Seeing Lin Wanrong nod, Xu Zhiqing's expression changed, and she muttered, "Wolves' ambition, wolves' ambition! There are Hu in the north, Wokou in the southeast, and stingy people in the middle. Our China is in danger! "
Xu Zhiqing was indeed very smart. She was able to connect these intermittent clues together and see the key point in the middle. Lin Wanrong shook his head, "It's not that serious. The disaster of the Wokou and the chaos of the Hu did not start today. However, our China has been able to stand for a thousand years without falling, so we naturally have a way to deal with it. Miss Xu is familiar with history, so you should know better than me that our China has never lacked heroes. We have always been able to rise from the jaws of death and stand strong! This is an inevitable rule, so we don't have to worry too much. "
Lin San's words seemed to make sense. China had faced many more serious disasters in its history, but didn't they get through all of them? Miss Xu looked at him and nodded, "Although your words are fallacious, it seems to have some insights!"
Lin Wanrong smiled bitterly, this girl really did not want to admit defeat. Seeing her brother frowning, Luo Ning hurriedly pulled Xu Zhiqing, "Sister, do you have any way to help Ning 'er? This silver was lost in father's hands, and it delayed our journey for three days. We must make it up to him, otherwise, our Luo Family will be the eternal sinner of China. "
Xu Zhiqing saw that Luo Ning did not ask for help from Lin San, but came to beg her instead. She shook her head and smiled, "You wretched girl, you've changed after marrying your husband. You don't ask him for help, but come to me for help. You feel sorry for him, but you don't feel sorry for your sister? "
Luo Ning's face turned red, and she quickly hugged her sister's body, acting like a spoiled child, "Who said I don't feel sorry for my sister? Sister and husband, Ning 'er feels the same way, but this is not an ordinary matter, Ning' er wants to ask sister to help husband! "
Seeing Luo Ning's infatuated look, Miss Xu patted her little face and said helplessly, "I really don't know what to do with you, girl. I don't know what's so good about him, to make our Ning 'er so infatuated, unable to leave him at all times."
"If sister marries big brother, sister will naturally know." Luo Ning giggled, causing Xu Zhiqing to punch her little fist in embarrassment and anger. The two girls were in a mess in the carriage, their hairpins in a mess, and the clothes in front of their chests could no longer hide the beautiful scenery inside.
Don't look at indecent things, Lord Lin thought in his heart. He sat upright and still, but his eyes were rolling, looking at Ning 'er and Zhiqing, not missing a single one.
"Alright, alright, stop fooling around." Xu Zhiqing's self-control was still strong. Seeing Lin San's shifty-eyed look, she knew that he had taken advantage of her again. In any case, it wasn't the first time. She was used to letting him take advantage of her, what else could she do? Her face slightly blushed, and she said in a soft voice, "We are about to leave Shandong. According to what I know, this part of the border is not maintained, and the terrain is complicated. There is also a rugged mountain road in the middle. If those bandits have any ulterior motives, they will definitely choose this part of the road to make their move. After passing through this border, it will be a flat plain that leads straight to the capital, without any more obstacles. Thus, we need to be especially careful on this hundred-kilometer journey. We need to increase our vigilance, and send more scouts outside thirty kilometers to pay attention to the complicated terrain and look for any abnormalities. "
This thought coincided with Lin Wanrong's. Lord Lin grinned and gave a thumbs up, "Military Advisor Xu is wise, I have already given these orders."
"I knew that you had already arranged everything." Xu Zhiqing looked at him and sighed, "The enemy is in the dark, while we are in the light. This is the only thing we can do. Ning 'er, I can only help him this much. How are you going to thank me? "
Luo Ning blinked and a charming smile appeared on her face. She crooked her pinky finger at her big brother, "If you want to thank big sister, it is very simple! Big brother, come sleep on big sister Xu's bed, I'll help you mend your clothes. "
"Ya — —" Young Miss Xu felt guilty and covered her face in embarrassment. She sneaked a glance at Luo Ning, only to see her charming expression, as if she didn't mean it.
Seeing Lin San's strange smile, Young Miss Xu directly vented her anger on him and pushed him out of the carriage, "If you're done talking, what are you still doing here? Leave, leave, Ning 'er and I are going to rest!"
"You don't want me to sleep?" Lord Lin asked in confusion.
"Scram!" Young Miss Xu angrily kicked him. Lord Lin's body moved very quickly, and he jumped out of the carriage with a grunt. Just as he was about to let out a loud laugh, he heard a splashing sound, and his feet landed in a puddle of water. The rainwater splashed up, spraying all over his head and face.
The surrounding soldiers held their bellies in laughter. Lord Lin wiped the rainwater off his face and shouted, "What are you laughing at? Have you never seen a man kicked out of bed by his wife! "
The laughter became even louder, covering up the sound of the falling rain. Young Miss Xu gritted her teeth when she heard this. She pulled Luo Ning's hand and said fiercely, "Ning 'er, why don't you control him and let him speak nonsense? If this goes on, what will happen? "
Ning 'er laid on the bed and lazily stretched her waist. She helplessly said, "Big sister, it's not like you don't know. When I met big brother, I was captured by him, so how can I control him? Whoever wants to control me can control me! "
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