"How is this possible? Chen Yingliang sent troops to take over Chaoyi, Zhonglan and Pujin Pass, which was clearly guarding me and preparing to turn against me to start a war. Why did he send my family? He also brought all my family members

All delivered?"

"Can Chen Yingliang be planning to take my husband's family as hostage and force me to submit? If I don't agree to his request, he will kill my husband's family on the spot?"

First he was puzzled, and then suddenly thought of this possibility. Qu Tutong was shocked and subconsciously shouted: "Wang Xingben, Xun Tianyu, immediately click two thousand elite soldiers to go out to the camp with me."

Wang Xingben, Xun Tian and Jiang were confused and rushed out of the tent to gather the army. Guo Wenyi, who was in a daze, quickly came to his senses and thought of the same key issue as Qu Tutong.

Hurryingly said to Qu Tutong: "If the traitor of Chen Yingliang takes your family as a charity and forces you to submit, you can pretend to agree and try to save your family, and then kill his lackeys. Your Majesty

Shengming will definitely not blame you."

Qu Tutong had a gloomy face and did not speak. Other Sui generals on both sides whispered to each other, and they suspected that Chen Sangliang had sent all Qu Tutong's family to the Yellow River Ferry, and he might not have any good intentions. After a while, Wang Xingben and

Xun Tian and the two generals entered the tent and reported that the troops had already gathered. Qu Tutong quickly arranged the generals who stayed in the camp and immediately went out of the tent to lead the army to attack. Guo Wenyi volunteered to go with him, and Qu Tutong was also

No blocking.

All the way to the Yellow River Ferry, not far from the camp, at the ferry pier on the other side of the Yellow River, there was indeed a group of Sui soldiers surrounded by some old, weak and weak women and children waiting on the pier. They saw Qu Tutong's handsome flag appearing in the east of the Yellow River.

On the shore, several children were still jumping and jumping on the wooden pier. The Sui army captain who was guarding the pier on the east coast immediately came up and said happily to Qu Tutong: "Amistant Qu Tu, the ferry is ready, is it?

Let the sailors drive the boat?”

Qu Tutong didn't answer, but just carefully observed the situation on the other side. As a result, Qu Tutong was puzzled by his family, although there were indeed Sui soldiers from the East Capital guarding the Sui army, those Sui soldiers under Chen Sangliang's command.

But he did not draw his sword and gun to prepare for the battle. Most of them had already established open camps on the shore high ground, not like they were about to start fighting. Suspicion, Qu Tu led to the lieutenant guarding the pier and asked:

"Do you understand? Who is the leader of the person on the opposite side?

"Report to the ambassador, I understand the question. Your eldest son Qu Tushou is the leader." The captain guarding the dock answered truthfully.

In surprise, he looked at the situation on the other side. Qu Tutong thought for a while and then ordered: "You take the ferry personally and tell the people on the other side that except for my husband's family, everyone is not allowed to board the boat, and they are all staying there.

The Marquis of the West Bank will wait until my family crosses the Yellow River."

The captain sang Nuo and was about to rush onto the boat, Qu Tutong ordered again: "Wait, if the people sent by Chen Yingliang seized my husband's family and were not allowed to board the boat, ignore my husband's family and turn around immediately."

The Sui Army Captain opened his mouth wide until Qu Tutong emphasized this order again. The Captain then sang a promise in a daze and rushed to board the ship. Guo Wenyi next to him couldn't wait to bow to Qu Tutong, and admired him very much.

He said: "The old general is not afraid of violence, has a clear distinction between public and private affairs, and is loyal to the Sui court. He is truly admired by his subordinates."

With the efforts of the Sui army sailors, the two ferries quickly crossed the Fenyin section of the Fenyin section, and gradually approached the wharf on the west bank of the Yellow River. When they saw this scene on the high point of the east bank, Qu Tutong

The heart gradually raised its throat, so nervous that it wanted to close its eyes, and didn't want to see the terrible result. Guo Wenyi gradually showed a grim smile on her face and said to herself: "Go to do it quickly, it's best to kill all Qu Tu on the spot.

Tong's children and grandchildren, even if you can't lure you Chen Yingliang into killing you, Qu Tutong will be able to go south and cut off the Daxing food route."

Guo Wenyi's grin quickly solidified on his face, and Qu Tutong's expression quickly fell back into a state of stupidity, because he sent two ferries across the river to get on the dock very directly.

The family members couldn't wait to board the boat, but the soldiers of the Daxing Sui army sent by Chen Sangliang left the dock without hesitation and retreated to the high ground on the shore, and did not seize any of the family members of Qu Tutong. Seeing this, Qu Tu

Tong and Guo Wenyi couldn't help but have a thought in their hearts and said, "What is Chen Yingliang doing?"

Several soldiers of the Sui army in Daxing suddenly came down from the shore and walked towards the dock. Guo Wenyi's heart also regained hope. However, when he saw that the Sui army soldiers handed a sedan chair to the dock guards, Guo Wenyi suddenly became

He fell into despair. Qu Tutong was also a little confused at first, but when he woke up, a warm current surged in Qu Tutong's heart. He suddenly understood something - three hundred and fifty miles from Daxing to Fenyin.

Chen Sangliang's subordinates used this sedan chair to carry his elderly mother here.

The two ferries were loaded with Qu Tutong's family back to the West Coast pier. Before the ship was pulled by the Sui army soldiers with a rope, Qu Tutong, who had just met his family more than half a year ago, was eager to part.

When he rushed to the dock, he saw his two sons supporting his white-haired mother appearing next to the side of the boat, Qu Tutong could no longer suppress his emotions and knelt on the dock with a plop.

Up, as soon as my mouth opened, tears had already burst out from my eyes, and I burst into tears, "Mom, forgive me, the child is unfilial..."

Qu Tutong's mother, his wife, children, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, grandson and dozens of people, all cried and laughed, scrambling to greet Qu Tutong, and a few young grandsons

The grandson also rushed to let Qu Tutong hug them, and grandfather shouted constantly. The eldest grandson Qu Tuzhongxiang also carried Qu Tutong's great-grandson in front of him, and asked Qu Tutong to hug Zeng he had never seen before.

Grandson, the whole family cried in a mess.

Seeing the reunion scene of Qu Tutong's family, Wang Xingben, Xun Tian and the Sui army soldiers on other battlefields couldn't help but laugh, and they couldn't help but think of their family members who had not met for a long time. The long-established homesickness in their chests

The turbulent and boiling made these tall men burst into tears without realizing it. Many people even left tears on the spot and cried out loud.

Only Guo Wenyi, who was sent by Yang Tong, was not moved. On the contrary, he looked very embarrassed and ugly, and his eyes were constantly turning quickly, thinking about how to offset the impact of Chen Sangliang's actions on Qu Tutong. After a moment of calculation, Guo Wenyi still

The searcher called his own entourage and whispered a few words in his ear, asking him to immediately return to the camp of Li Erjun to report the situation to Li Er.

While crying and laughing, Qu Tutong finally remembered the soldiers who led his family back to the camp to rest. In order to repay the Daxing soldiers who escorted his family here, Qu Tutong immediately sent a boat to welcome Chen Sangliang to send the Sui army soldiers.

Crossing the river, but unfortunately the Sui army soldiers declined Qu Tutong's kindness and said they would leave overnight and didn't want to have trouble crossing the river. Qu Tutong didn't force them, but just ordered people to send them some wine and meat rewards, and then

He personally led his army to escort his family back to the camp. Along the way, Qu Tutong naturally had to tell his family about his farewell, and kept crying and sobbing.

The arrival of Qu Tutong's family naturally caused a huge sensation in Qu Tutong's army. Since Li Yuan raised his army, the Sui army soldiers who followed Qu Tutong to Hedong County to fight for more than half a year have not been able to go home.

It was very strong. When the commander of the self-army reunites with his family, these Guanzhong soldiers were envious and jealous, and naturally missed their relatives even more and wanted to go home as soon as possible. - Although these feelings did not affect the morale and morale of the army.

Cohesion, but if Qu Tutong dares to order to enter Luoyang east and go to Dongdu to fight for Yang Tong, then even if the army does not have a mutiny, at least the phenomenon of desertion will definitely occur one after another.

After settled down the family, it was already dark. Qu Tutong finally remembered that Chen Sangliang sent his two princes for the court's business. Out of gratitude and respect for Chen Sangliang, Qu Tutong followed the court system and in accordance with the court system.

A large number of candles were lit up in the military tent, summoned Chinese military generals and officers to meet with Chen Sangliang's two sons who served as envoys. Guo Wenyi also shamelessly entered the central tent to inquire about the news, but fortunately no one stopped him.

Qu Tushou and Qu Tuquan knew their father's temper. In the central army's tent, they did not dare to be called by Qu Tutong as father and son. They just honestly claimed their official position and paid homage to Qu Tutong to the Shangguan ceremony, and then Qu

Tushou said: "Report to General Qu Tu, the lower official Qu Tushou is in charge of the General of the Right Martial Guard. Chen Yingliang, the order of the Eastern Capital, came to report to you. The rebel Yu Wen and the offender killed the king, killed His Majesty the Emperor, His Majesty the Emperor

He was killed and killed. Chen Liushou asked General Qu Tu to follow the imperial court code to order the entire army to be filial and mourn for His Majesty."

"I know, I have ordered someone to arrange the matter of mourning and mourning. I will be able to wear mourning tomorrow." Qu Tutong nodded and asked again: "What else can Chen Liushou explain in addition to reporting the funeral?"

"Reported to General Qu Tu, Chen Liushou ordered his subordinates and other representatives to invite you to return to Daxing and discuss the major event of supporting the new emperor together." Qu Tushou replied respectfully: "Chen Liushou also said, if General Qu Tu, you don't mind,

The Xiaguan can temporarily replace you and preside over the Hedong army, so that you can return to Dongdu with confidence."

Of course, Chen Sangliang did this to further appease and please Qu Tutong. Qu Tutong knew it well. Guo Wenyi next to him saw that the situation was not good, and quickly stood up and said, "Elder General, you must not be fooled.

Chen Yingliang deliberately sent your family to invite you back to Daxing. On the surface, it showed sincerity, but in fact it was just a throwing brick and jade. He wanted to trick you into Daxing to take the house arrest, seize your military power, or even kill you, and eliminate him from usurping the throne.

If you fall into the trap of power, you will regret it if you fall into the trap."

"Besides," Guo Wenyi quickly added: "His Majesty the Emperor was killed, the three high-rankings of Qi, Zhao and Yan were also killed. His Highness, and His Highness, had unfortunately passed away before. His Highness, the only one of the senior emperors, was killed.

Bloodline, inheriting the name of Datong is justified, what else can we discuss? Chen Yingliang did this clearly because he wanted to support the hypocrite and take the opportunity to usurp power."

Qu Tushou and Qu Tuquan both came to see Guo Wenyi in confusion and went to see his father's reaction again. Qu Tutong hesitated again. Qu Tutong was very grateful to Chen Sangliang, but Qu Tutong was not blind. Chen

Qu Tutong had already found out through various channels what Sang Liang did in Daxing, and he had long seen that Chen Sang Liang was not holding back anything. In the future, he would still be Chen Sangliang's.

The conscience was not eaten up by the dog, and it is very likely that Emperor Wen of Sui could die at the same time after Emperor Yang of Sui and his other children and grandchildren died. Yang Tong was indeed the unquestionable heir to the throne. Chen Sangliang did not send someone to the beating Dong immediately.

Everyone asked Yang Tong to succeed the throne, but they wanted to ask themselves to go back to Daxing to discuss the great affairs of supporting the emperor. Even if it was not a rebellion, it would be much worse.

So Qu Tutong knew very well that the reason why Chen Sangliang showed goodwill to him was nothing more than being afraid of the army in his hands and wanted to solve his own troubles with gentle means. If he left the protection of the army, he was invited to return to Daxing and would do anything

Following Chen Sangliang's words, he would keep high officials and wealthy, and be rich. If he helps Chen Sangliang seize power and usurp the throne, he might be able to be treated as a founding father. But if he dares not listen to Chen Sangliang's words, then...

…, Haha, Chen Sangliang could send Qu Tutong’s whole family to Huairou today, and he would definitely send Qu Tutong’s family to Huangquan Road to be his companion.

Seeing Qu Tutong hesitating, Guo Wenyi knew that he was shaking, but fortunately, he stepped forward two more steps, walked to Qu Tutong, and whispered: "Old General, don't blame me if there is something else.

The official did not report to you. Three days ago, after the official returned to the camp of the current Duke of Tang Li Shimin, he reported to the Duke of Tang. He knew that the old general, you happened to have sent someone to invite Chen Yingliang to send troops to Hedong, and someone immediately made a suggestion.

, If the old general insists on not accepting the edict of the Eastern Capital, please ask the Duke of Tang to deliberately leak your plan to lure and kill Chen Yingliang to Chen Yingliang, cut off your retreat from the old general, and force you to force the old general."

Qu Tutong looked at Guo Wenyi in anger. Guo Wenyi quickly smiled and said, "Please rest assured that the old general. Duke of Tang is a kind and righteous person. Not only did he not adopt this suggestion, he also immediately scolded the person who spoke out and issued a strict order prohibiting anyone from doing his own thing.

Those who violate the order shall be killed”

Qu Tutong was even more furious and understood what Guo Wenyi meant. He knew that Guo Wenyi was threatening him. If he refused to accept Yang Tong's edict, then Li Er would definitely take advantage of the previous coincidence of asking for help and take the opportunity to spread his preparations.

Rumors about colluding with Yang Tong and Li Er killing Chen Sangliang, alienating his relationship with Chen Sangliang and using a knife to kill people. At that time, even if Chen Sangliang does not have the intention to kill, he will never have a chance to make a breakthrough in his life under Chen Sangliang's command.

.

At this time, Qu Tushou happened to remember something big again, and hurriedly took out a letter from his arms, held it up with both hands and said, "General Qu Tu, this is a handwritten letter from Chen Liushou to you, please check it out."

The personal soldiers immediately stepped forward and submitted the letter to Qu Tutong. Qu Tutong glared at Guo Wenyi angrily again, and then took the letter. Seeing that the letter was sealed tightly with fire lacquer and was not damaged, he pinched it again.

Broken the fire paint, took out the letter paper and watched it, and then looked at it for only two eyes. Qu Tutong suddenly stood up. He looked at his two sons in disbelief, and then even more incredibly.

The letter inside finally screamed in shock, "Shou'er, Quan'er, is this letter really what Chen Liushou gave to you?"

"Yes." Qu Tushou and Qu Tuquan nodded together, and then Qu Tuquan added: "It was Chen Liushou who handed it to us with his own hands."

Qu Tutong may have counted the most shocks and surprises today in his life. He quickly lowered his head to read the contents of the letters, and read several letters several times. Qu Tutong said in a daze: "There is such a thing in the world.

A person with a strong mind?"

"Elder General, what's wrong?" Guo Wenyi realized something was wrong and asked carefully.

After smiling, Qu Tutong handed Chen Sangliang's handwritten letter to Guo Wenyi. Guo Wenyi quickly took it over and watched, but only roughly saw most of it. Guo Wenyi collapsed on the ground and screamed in disbelief: "This,

How is this possible? He had known it for a long time? How did he know it? He knew our plan, but he even sent all your family here and asked them to bring this letter, saying that he had known it for a long time?

”

At the same time, Li Erjun camp fifteen miles north of the north learned from Guo Wenyi's entourage that Chen Sangliang sent all Qu Tutong's family to Hedong, Li Er immediately knew that Chen Sangliang was going to win people's hearts with false benevolence and righteousness again.

After coveting Qu Tutong's morale but strong combat power, the Guanzhong soldiers who were not strong enough were coveting several key cities and food, grass and weapons controlled by Qu Tutong's army. Li Er thought about it for less than five minutes and immediately made up his mind.
To be continued...