"Sir, when we learned that you were coming to Taizhou, we all felt the favor of the province. Please go to the city to rest first, and then welcome the adults at Zuifeng Tower." Five miles west of Taizhou City, officials such as Taizhou Prefecture Yin and Tongzhi were already waiting for the arrival of Zhao Lian, the governor of the province.

As the military situation became popular, Zhao Lian was eager to wipe out the small riots in Xinghua area before the New Year, and then celebrate the New Year happily. Xinghua is too close to Yangzhou. With these rebels here, he feels uneasy to sleep.

Therefore, after being recognized by Zuo Cheng, he immediately went home to clean up and took a few followers to Taizhou.

When officials in Taizhou learned that the province had sent second-rank officials, they immediately came to welcome him outside Taizhou City. Among them, the highest one was from the fourth-rank, so this was a good opportunity to curry favor with their superiors.

"The adults come to Taizhou to guard. This is the province's love for our Taizhou. Our Taizhou must obey the adults' arrangements, make all kinds of preparations, and eliminate all the thieves in Xinghua."

Listening to the constant flattery voices, Zhao Lian smiled. These guys are all good at engaging in officialdom, but if they really fight, they will definitely run faster than anyone else.

"Can Lord Daruwachi be there?" Zhao Lian asked.

"This..." Zhou Yin didn't know what to say. Although Daluhachi and Zhou Yin of Taizhou were both senior officials of the fourth rank, Daluhachi was a top citizen and did not take the Han people seriously at all. Although Zhao Lian was a provincial governor, he would not come out of the city to greet him five miles away.

"Mr. Daruwachi knew that the province was going to deal with the rebels in Xinghua and was training troops in the military camp." said the Taizhou Tongzhi.

"Yes, yes." Zhou Yin also reacted, then called him and scrambled.

Isn't Zhao Lian unaware, but he can only suppress his unhappiness. In the hands of Daluhuachi, he has to rely on Daluhuachi to send troops to fight against the rebels, and the relationship cannot be broken.

"Then let's go to the military camp together. First discuss the military situation. After discussing, then go to Zuifeng Tower." Zhao Lian said.

"Sir, I am really worried about national affairs, it is a blessing for the world." said the judge next to me.

"Sir, please get in the car. It's five miles away from the city." Zhou Yin said.

Zhao Lian looked at the towering Gaocheng in the distance, nodded, and returned to the car.

The other adults also sat in carriages and followed Zhao Lian's carriages. Two personal soldiers led the way and walked towards the city.

The blue brick exterior wall is a moat with gurgling water under the wall. There is a huge suspension bridge above. The suspension bridge is wide and can accommodate two carriages in parallel. There is also a city tower above the city. Standing on it, facing up, the surrounding situation is clear at a glance.

Zhao Lian lifted the curtain and glanced at the city outside. Like Yangzhou City, it was a strong city. How powerful can those sluts in the army have? Is Li Qi, the governor of Gaoyou, exaggerated?

After entering the city gate, the convoy drove straight to the north of the city. The 20,000 troops stationed in the city were in the military camp in the north of the city.

Outside the military camp is a wall of bamboo fences, but no clerk dares to approach. There are always archers patrolling the arrow tower above. Those who dare to approach will be killed.

"Stop!" The convoy approached the gate of the camp, and the sentry at the entrance of the camp said.

The sir, who was behind, had already gotten off the carriage. He walked to the front and looked at the sentry: "Is Lord Darukhachi here?"

"It turns out to be Lord Zhou Yin. Please wait, the younger one will go in and report immediately." The sentry looked at the big guys and immediately walked into the barracks.

"Lord Daruwachi ruled his army very strictly, and his army was in full swing. It was easy to fight those rebels." Zhou Yin looked at Zhao Lian who had already stepped forward and said quickly.

It was a lord from the province. Daruwachi was too embarrassed. It would be fine if he didn't leave the city to greet him. He had to wait to prevent him from entering in person. Zhou Yin felt a little embarrassed, but he couldn't say anything else, so he had to beat him.

Zhao Lian didn't say anything, just looked at everything around him. Although he was not from a military corps, he often studied military tactics. From the arrangement of a military camp, he could see the combat effectiveness of this military camp. He didn't want this 20,000 troops to be cowards.

Fortunately, after a while, a rough voice came from the barracks: "Why don't you let the adults come in quickly, how do you do it?"

"It turns out that Lord Zhao is here. I forgive my uncle for not being able to meet him. I hope he will atone for his sins."

The person with a face full of flesh. Although the weather was quite cold, he was still bare with his arms. The black hair on his arms was black and long, and it was particularly dazzling. It was the Daluhua in Taizhou that was red and timid.

"Sir, please come in quickly."

Zhao Lian looked at Dalu Wachi from Taizhou. Judging from his observation just now, the 20,000 troops were quite good. The occasionally-passing team of soldiers also had a murderous aura while walking.

"This time I came to Taizhou mainly because of military affairs, so I came to the military camp first to take a look. I wonder how the military is going?" Zhao Lian asked.

"Don't worry, my 20,000 troops, the *** army occupied 2,000 people, and the 2,000 Red Army, all of which were cavalry. The Han army was 2,000, and the new affiliated army had only 14,000 people." Qiebuhua said.

This is his capital. The two thousand men's army and the two thousand men's Red Army are already a very strong force. This little man alone can defeat the Red Turban Army of tens of thousands of people. The combat effectiveness of the Han army and the new affiliated army is obviously much lower.

"Why can't you hear the horse scream?" Zhao Lian asked.

"Most of the horses are stocked in the military camps outside the city. Otherwise, the fodder they feed horses every day will block the city gate." Qin Buhua said.

Moreover, cavalry does not play any role in the city, so the training of cavalry is mainly carried out outside the city.

While walking, I came to Qinbuhua's big tent. Although the surrounding military camps were full of houses, Qinbuhua still liked to live in the big tent.

Sitting in the big tent, Qin Buhua asked, "I wonder if Lord Zhao is coming this time, will there be any emergency military affairs?"

After asking this, others also pricked up their ears and listened. Although the official documents have already been mentioned, what is the exact idea of ​​the province? It is the most appropriate to listen to this statement about the political affairs of the people.

"Everyone also knows that in the past month, the rebels in Xinghua have been very fierce." Zhao Lian said.

"Yes, I heard that in the east of Xinghua, all the wealthy families were robbed, and the wealthy families who could not escape were killed. The women were humiliated by bandits and the men were beheaded." Zhou Yin said angrily.

"The province is very concerned about this matter. The rioters have occupied the salt field. The next step is probably to attack Xinghua City and then Gaoyou Mansion. If the rioters are brought to power, our province will be in a dilemma of fighting on both sides. Guo Zixing is on the west and Zhang Shicheng is on the east. Therefore, the province decided to eliminate the rioters in Xinghua County! All the rioters will be executed, and the foolish people who sympathize with the rioters will be executed together!"

After saying this, everyone's eyes were shining. It was naturally the people who led the troops to decide whether they were the bandits. This trip was a fat man. The rioters had confiscated so many households, and they must have confiscated a lot of money. Then they went to confiscate all the things, and everything was theirs.

"Sir, I am willing to lead troops to encircle and suppress the enemy!" Master Zhou Yin was the first to express his opinion. Although he was the Emperor of Taizhou, in Taizhou, people heard of Dalu Wachi, and the gifts were also given to Dalu Wachi. There was not enough oil and water. If you went out this time, you would have to make more money.

Zhao Lian shook his head, these pussies, lead the soldiers? Stop kidding.

"Everyone's patriotism, the province knows that this is a resourceful general who leads troops to fight. Nasuladin was ruined by the bandits and was left dead without a complete body. This time it was not that simple to go out."

"If you want to say that this is resourceful, of course it is our Lord Daruwachi." Tongzhi reacted: "Lord Qi Buhua is extremely powerful and has both wisdom and courage. He is the capable general of suppressing bandits."

Hearing this sentence, Qi Buhua also smiled: "Where, where, but if the province agrees, I will go there and take thousands of cavalry, which is enough to eliminate the rioters."

"Then I'll be working." Zhao Lian was thinking about how to propose it. Since he had asked for a fight, of course he would have to take charge of the battle. "The meaning of the province is to send 10,000 troops to Taizhou City, and General Qinbuhua sent troops to capture all the riots in Xinghua. It would save us from worries."

As he said that, Zhao Lian took out a document from his body: "This is the document of the left minister of the province. Please read it with General Qin Buhua."

"Okay, no problem." Since they have already decided to go to war, then go out. Anyway, they are not far from Xinghua. If the cavalry fast horses, they will reach Xinghua territory in one day.

"I wonder when General Qi Buhua plans to send troops and what kind of troops?" Zhao Lian asked.

"Since it's 10,000 troops, then there are two thousand warriors of our tribe, two thousand detectives, and six thousand new affiliated troops." Qiebuhua said. "Can you go to the battle at noon tomorrow?"

Each person has to get two pots of arrows from the Military Weapon Bureau, bring enough dry food for two days, and let the groom prepare the horse's forage. Although it is Xinghua, it has to be prepared for half a day. To go to the battle at noon tomorrow, this is the fastest plan.

"Okay, General Qibuhua is really refreshing." Zhao Lian was overjoyed. Although this guy was a little arrogant, when it comes to war, he was also quick-witted and a little bit into his own appetite.

"Sir, since this place is ready, why not move on to Zuifeng Tower? Many local gentry admire the style of his master and are waiting to welcome him in Zuifeng Tower." Zhou Yin said.

"Okay, then let's go." After putting down the top priority in his heart, Zhao Lian finally felt in the mood to relax.

Zuifeng Tower is the most famous restaurant in Taizhou City. On the bustling section of Taizhou City, a three-story restaurant is luxurious and grand, with a century-old brand. At this time of day, it is already crowded and guests are full of guests.

But today, the lanterns were already hung high, and there was still no one on the dining table, and the guys had nothing to do, and they were chatting.

"You said, what big shot was here today? How did we include all our restaurants?"

"It goes without saying that there must be a high-ranking official from the province. Look at those famous Taizhou celebrities who are usually prestigious, aren't they waiting at the door?"

Looking around, the steps of Zuifeng Tower were already crowded with luxuriously dressed people. Their bodies were shaking in the wind, but no one dared to leave. They were all looking at the intersections on both sides. They all received news that the provincial governor and political affairs were coming. This was a second-rank official. How could he have seen this blessing in the past? Today, we must toast a glass of wine and offer some gifts. If we can make friends with this noble person, we will have a backer in the future.

The lanterns are also flashing in the evening breeze.

Finally, on the road in the distance, two rows of soldiers appeared, holding big signs of "Silent, avoidance".

"Here, come." They ran to the front of them overjoyed.

"Sir, you have been waiting for you. We are all waiting for you. Thank you for your hard work along the way?"

"What are these?" Zhao Lian's face looked a little bad. Why are there so many people?

"These are all celebrities from our place. When I learned that the adults were coming, I wanted to welcome them. I was embarrassed to caress their kindness." Zhou Yin said.

The person who was just talking also quickly said, "Yes, we all hope to meet the adults when we learned that the adults were coming. Please accept this little meaning." As he said that, he handed over a box.

Zhao Lian came over and opened it and saw that the dazzling golden light turned out to be a small coffin made of pure gold. This thing is loved by everyone.

"Well, it's not bad. There are still many loyal and patriotic patriots in Taizhou City." Zhao Lian praised.

"We should do what we should do for our country," said another voice.

A group of people surrounded Zhao Lian and walked into Zuifeng Tower. The hall on the third floor immediately became crowded with people.

In the darkness, in a corner of the street, several pairs of eyes were watching silently.

"It seems like a big man has come." A voice said.

"Yes, look, that Taizhou Zhouyin was following behind. This guy, at least from the province, may catch a big fish now."

"Don't talk nonsense, keep a close eye on it. You two, you two have the idea to get in and try to find out. Who is the person you seem to be? You guys, while the night is dark, let's go explore the Tartar camp."

"Yes." They whispered. They split into two strands and disappeared into the darkness.

"Sir, I wonder what measures did the imperial court do to the bandits in Xinghua?" As we were drinking, a member of the staff suddenly asked.

Hearing him say this, the others suddenly became quiet. Their purpose was to make friends with Lord Zhao. All those who could come here were famous people in Taizhou. They all had a wealth of wealth, and they naturally hated the rioters in Xinghua in the north. Therefore, their second purpose was to explore the court's tone from the high-ranking officials who came from the province.

After all, the life and life are here. If the court doesn't care, then you have to make a decision early. Don't be like the local rich people in Xinghua who are not in the market. The family wealth is robbed and the people are dead, and the gain is not worth the loss.

Zhao Lian looked at the people below, and suddenly, he understood that these people complimented him so much, except because he was a high-ranking official, he probably wanted to know how to protect their property!

"Don't worry, the chaotic people in Xinghua are simply clowns and are not worth mentioning." Zhao Lian said. After collecting so many things, of course they have to give them a reassurance. "The province has decided to draw 10,000 elite troops from Taizhou to go north to quell the rebellion. If I set out soon, I will sit in Taizhou and personally command the rebellion."

"Wow, it turns out that Lord Zhao came to Taizhou to wipe out the chaotic people in Xinghua!" They became active again: "With Lord Zhao taking charge, those chaotic people will definitely disappear. Come, let's respect Lord Zhao for a drink."

A guy walked in with a piece of food. He just heard what he said just now, and his arm shook and almost dropped the food to the ground.

"Be careful, how did you work? It has disturbed Lord Zhao's interest, be careful of your head." A man immediately scolded.

"Yes, I'm sorry, I'll be careful." He blushed, put the plate on the table and walked down the stairs.

Ten thousand elite soldiers? You have to notify your elder brother as soon as possible! As the guy walked, he thought to himself that the city gate was closed tonight and the idea of ​​leaving the city tomorrow morning, so he had to go back and notify your elder brother as soon as possible.

Under the vast night, there was no movement, and there was death everywhere, and everything was quiet.

Suddenly, a large group of soldiers came from the road. They were carrying spears. In order to prevent reflection, they had already bandaged them with rags. Some of them were walking diagonally with muskets. They walked silently, with only the soles of their shoes and the land making rustling sounds.

Everyone also carries a bag made of coarse cloth on their body, which is enough for five days to eat. However, for the sake of concealment, they cannot make a fire. The bag inside this bag is fried noodles.

The fried noodles were also thought of by Zhang Yang. If it was a long-distance raid, it would require logistics supplies. Taizhou is not very far away from here and does not require a carriage to transport it, which would easily expose the target. The steamed buns and pancakes that I often eat can't last for three or four days and will become very hard. So, he thought of the fried noodles.

This is not a fried noodles that stir-fry noodles with vegetables, but mix the flour and rice noodles together, put them in an iron pot, add salt, and stir-fry them, and put them in a bag, each person has a cloth bag and carry them on their backs. When you are hungry, grab two handfuls and take them with water to eat, or even marching while eating a few bites, just like eating snacks.

Brother has so many ideas, he can come up with all this idea!

In fact, they didn't know that this was not invented by Zhang Yang. What Zhang Yang had more than them was the accumulation of knowledge. At the time when the Volunteers' staple food was fried noodles. Twenty kilograms of fried noodles per person were enough to eat for one week, and it was not easy to break.
Chapter completed!