Sang Wenlai and the others left the defenseless Gaizhou and headed southwest. Their destination this time was the Overlooking Castle in front of them. The Overlooking Castle was originally a military castle near the sea. Over time, it became a fishing village. Now, the village was occupied by a bandit leader called 'Sea Flipping Dragon'. He also had two to three hundred people under him and more than a dozen ships. He was the tyrant of the nearby sea.
On the map, the Overlooking Castle was only 36 kilometers away from Zhou Qingfeng's Yingkou base. It was too easy to attack by boat on the sea. The 'Sea Flipping Dragon' became the main organizer of the attack, and the Overlooking Castle where he started had also become a large bandit nest.
Although Zhou Qingfeng had a ship of 2,000 tons given to him by Guo Buyi, he did not have enough sailors. But he didn't have enough sailors, and he lacked reliable naval commanders. As a result, he had a ship but couldn't fight back.
After approaching the Overlooking Castle, it was a little difficult to move forward. Sang Wenlai and the others were outsiders after all. In this era where population movements were rare, it was very easy for the locals to see through unfamiliar faces. Even the guide said that something bad would happen if they moved forward.
Therefore, Sang Wenlai and the others planned to go to the coast near the Overlooking Castle to take a look. After all, they already knew how to march along the way. If necessary, they could capture a few captives and bring them back for interrogation.
However, when Sang Wenlai and the others disguised as a caravan appeared ten kilometers away from the Overlooking Castle, a few locals dressed as fishermen suddenly appeared on the side of the road. When they found that Sang Wenlai's team had a lot of people, they were strong and carried weapons. They actually took the initiative to step forward and shouted, "Everyone, are you going to Overlooking Castle?"
The dialect of the fishermen was not easy to understand, but their attitude of taking the initiative to ask surprised Sang Wenlai and the others. They couldn't help but silently want to grab the weapons they brought with them. The guide was bold and greeted them in the dialect. He stepped forward and asked, "We don't know the way, where are we?"
The local fishermen didn't seem to be wary at all. Instead, they asked enthusiastically, "Are you here to participate in this' fishing meet '?"
What 'fishing meet'? Sang Wenlai and the others were baffled. Instead, Wu Damen jumped down from his horse and asked, "Overlooking Castle is in front, right? I was just about to meet your leader, the 'Sea Flipping Dragon'. "
The Martial Great Gate was tall and strong, standing in front of them was quite a deterrent. The local fishermen were a little afraid of him. They took a few steps back and pointed behind them. "Sirs, you've come to the right place. Our chief is already waiting in the castle. Please follow us."
Wu Daimen roared with laughter. He was also extremely daring, leading his horse and following them, even chatting and laughing with the fishermen who led the way. Behind them, Sang Wenlai and the others looked at each other. However, Gao Daniu took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Follow them. Let's see what the hell they're up to."
Sang Wen had not fought many battles, so she lacked courage at crucial times. However, the two infantry company commanders took the initiative to step forward, and the others followed closely behind. After all, the people participating in the investigation this time were all veterans of the Imperial Guard, the backbone of the platoon. Almost all of them had seen blood on the battlefield, and they could still keep their cool in the face of an accident.
The team followed the fishermen for a while. The Ming Army guide who was leading the way approached Sang Wenlai and said, "Master rebel, you really dare to go?"
"What's wrong?" Sang Wenlai was a combat engineer, so he was weaker in close combat. He was actually a little scared, but in front of the guide, he still had to pretend to be indifferent.
The guide lowered his voice and said, "This' fishing meeting 'is the slang of the pirates. Originally, it referred to many fishermen going out to sea together. Slowly, it became many groups of pirates working together to deal with the' big fat sheep. ' However, it's also strange this time. Why did these pirates invite people from the land? It seems that there will be a lot of people gathering for this' fishing meeting. '"
Working together to deal with the 'big fat sheep'? Right now, the biggest fat sheep in the entire Liaodong Bay was the Yingkou base of the 'Revolutionary Army.' There were all kinds of goods piled up like mountains, making people drool.
Zhou Qingfeng was not afraid of the Ming Army at Yingkou, because the Ming Army's mobilization ability was extremely poor. In the history of the Battle of Sa Er Hu, it took more than half a year to mobilize the troops. He was worried about the local bandits. For example, when he annihilated all kinds of bandits outside Shenyang City, he killed two to three thousand people. This number was not small. Moreover, the bandits' initiative and fighting ability were stronger than the Ming Army's.
Wu Daimen, who was in front, was also chatting with the fisherman who was leading the way. He was carefree and chivalrous. Very soon, he chatted enthusiastically with the fisherman and casually asked who exactly came to this' fishing meeting. '
The fishermen of the Wanghai Fort did not expect that their prey would actually cross the Ming Army's territory to come here to investigate. In order to show the scale of their 'fishing meeting,' they reported several forces on the sea and land.
The fishermen naturally asked Wu Daimen which group of heroes he was from. Wu Daimen directly said that he was from Haizhou. He heard that there was a big business here, so he specifically came to join the group. When this fool said this, he even deliberately patted his broad chest and waved the big axe in his hand a few times. Then, he said while chattering, "Look at my skills, can I join the group?"
"Yes, yes, yes!" The fisherman who was leading the way agreed and even directly told him the goal of this' fishing meeting. '"The fat sheep that we're going to deal with this time is at the camp entrance, but the defense of the enemy's camp is extremely tight. My chief has sent people several times but to no avail.
Due to the lack of a few good men who can fight on land, they were pushed into the sea by the fat sheep's men as soon as they came ashore. Many of our men were killed instead. This man looks like he can fight, and he came at the right time. My chief will definitely treat him generously. "
"No problem, I, Old Wu, do the work of charging and breaking through enemy lines. Don't worry since you guys have met me. "Wu Daimen patted his chest and turned around to point at Gao Daniu." Do you see him? That's my brother too. He's holding a big iron spear in his hand. He's like a wyrmdragon when he advances and a venomous snake when he retreats. He's just slightly weaker than me. "
Gao Daniu, who was at the back, had a gloomy expression. There was a big black and shiny iron spear hanging on the victory hook at the side of the horse. His image was very different from Wu Daimen's, but with Wu Daimen's flattery, the fisherman who was leading the way immediately felt that he was also a rare fierce general on the battlefield.
"Alright, alright, my chief will definitely not be stingy with money to be able to get the help of two heroes. Hurry up and follow me into the camp. We'll be treated with good wine and meat. "The fisherman who was leading the way was very excited, and his footsteps became more and more agile.
Just like that, the group of people walked for five kilometers to the Overlooking Sea Castle. They only saw a village by the sea in front of them. There were a few watchtowers and a high wall fortress built there. There were 20 to 30 ships parked at the dock by the coast, and one of them was a large ship that was about 2,000 tons. The fisherman who was leading the way said rather proudly, "These are all my friends who are here to participate in the 'fishing meeting'. They came here because of my chief."
Wu Daimen and Gao Daniu looked at each other and rode their horses closer to the castle in front of them. There were bandits with knives guarding the entrance of the castle. When they saw a group of strangers, they hurriedly went forward and asked for their names. Wu Daimen chuckled and said, "Tell your chief that Liaodong Wu Daimen, Gao Daniu has come to visit. We just want to get rich with you guys. "
These days, there were as many bandits as there were hairs on an ox, and not everyone knew each other. This Overlooking Sea Castle's' Sea Flipping Dragon 'was the local overlord. He released the news that he was going to hold a' fishing meeting ', which was to gather all the bandits and tyrants together. But his management ability was limited, and he had no way of distinguishing who they were.
In ancient times, it was like this. People with prestige would raise a big flag and spread the news everywhere, and interested people would come to join them. However, the various forces that gathered together sometimes did not know each other, and even had enmity with each other.
But Wu Daimen's group was all strong, and had a solemn and stern aura. Even Qiao Xuenian, who was the weakest among them, had to eat for a few months and train hard every day on the training ground. When this group of people gathered together, it naturally brought great pressure to others.
Wu Daimen and the others entered the castle, and the pirates in the castle quickly notified their chief, 'Sea Flipping Dragon'. When they entered the second gate of the castle, they saw a stocky man leading a dozen or so people. The man cupped his hands and greeted them. "My surname is Yang, and people call me 'Sea Flipping Dragon'. I'm the leader of this place. The heroes on the other side look unfamiliar, where are you from in Liaodong? "
Wu Daimen snorted twice and said, "My surname is Wu, and we are military retainers from Fushun. A few days ago, we were defeated by the Jurchen. We can't stay in the north anymore, so we can only come to the south to make a living. I wonder if Chief Yang can reward us with a meal? "
Military retainers? These days, the only people in the Ming Army who could fight were the retainers of the generals. Wu Daimen's quick wit perfectly explained the origin and strength of his side. 'Sea Flipping Dragon' naturally knew about the Jurchen invading the border. Seeing Wu Daimen and the others' solemn military appearance, he felt that they had strong reinforcements.
"Come, come, come. Since you're here, don't be polite." This time, 'Sea Flipping Dragon' personally led the way. "I've been drinking with a few other friends on the sea, and we've been worrying about how to deal with that big fat sheep at the entrance of the camp. We're not afraid of fighting on the sea at all. But when we go ashore, we really can't compare to that fat sheep's men and horses. Brother Wu looks like you can fight. You've come at the right time! "
This small Wanghai Castle actually had three gates inside, and the security was extremely tight. Wu Daimen and Gao Daniu looked like the leaders, and were invited into the third gate to discuss' important matters'. The remaining people, like Sang Wenlai and the others, were treated as attendants, and could only lead their horses and be placed in a few houses at the second gate.
This time, the people were divided into two groups, and it tested the mentality of the team members. The Ming Army guide who followed them became rather panicked, and shrunk his head and became reserved. On the other hand, Sang Wenlai had fought in wars and seen the world. Although he was also a bit scared, he continuously comforted his people, "Don't worry, we'll eat and sleep when we should. Just wait for news from Wu Daimen and the others. "
Wu Daimen and Gao Daniu entered the third gate of the castle empty-handed. They didn't bring any weapons, and only had a few talismans hidden in their pockets. 'Sea Flipping Dragon', who was leading the way, was extremely cordial to the two of them, and tried to rope them in. But he also kept inquiring about their background and identity, and was obviously a bit wary.
After entering the 'meeting' hall, the smell of wine and meat assaulted their nostrils. There were a few big tables in the hall, and a group of perverse and ugly pirates were eating and drinking inside. 'Sea Flipping Dragon' introduced both sides. This hall was filled with pirates from all over Liaodong Bay, and there were more than ten families. In total, there were dozens of big and small ships, and five to six hundred people.
After Wu Daimen came in, he swept a few glances, and immediately laughed out loud, "I thought I could meet some heroes, but I only see a bunch of good-for-nothings who only know how to eat and drink. Just you stinky salted fish, and you dare to provoke the famous' number one under the heavens', Liaodong Zhou Qingfeng? Are you planning to court death? "
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