The shadows were shaking in the general's mansion. Bats and others knew that there were people coming early, and they were worried about Xiao Buyi's safety, so they had arrived.

But when I saw Xiao Buyi and the man who were quite familiar with each other, I couldn't bear it.

Wen Yuzhou looked a little embarrassed when he saw Xiao Buyi, "Brother Xiao, I am Wen Yuzhou, do you... still know me?" Xiao Buyi smiled and said, "Of course I recognize it. We have seen it several times on the grassland. When did you... come to Dongdu? I wonder what you are doing when you come late at night?"

His expression was vivid and he looked really ignorant. Wen Yuzhou smiled bitterly, "I have been here for a long time, but for some reason, I have never come to visit Brother Xiao. I wonder... can I go into the room and talk?"

Xiao Buyi asked him to come in. When he saw that his body was dirty and had a stinking smell, he couldn't help but hold back his smile. He thought that the bats were also evil enough, and he couldn't kill Fu Pingju, and he had to spray something to disgust Fu Pingju. Wen Yuzhou's body was covered with dog shit or chicken blood, and the smell was strange.

Wen Yuzhou entered the room, but it was difficult to sit down. He smiled bitterly and said, "Brother Xiao... Your general's mansion is also strange."

"What's wrong?" Xiao Buyi asked knowingly, but had already called Qingshui for him.

Wen Yuzhou looked at the basin of clear water, "I heard that people in the Central Plains believe in the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams. The General's Mansion would have been covered with auspicious clouds, but he didn't know that Brother Xiao's General's Mansion was actually covered with shit."

Xiao Buyi held back his smile and said seriously: "Yu Zhoujiu has something to do in the grassland. There is a saying that the lucky one in the Central Plains is related to this shit. My recent success in official career is really inseparable from this. However, if you mistakenly enter this layout, you will be inauspicious."

He made a joke on the previous sentence, but the latter sentence was somewhat arousing. It was not a wise move to fight the Changsun family alone.

Wen Yuzhou smiled awkwardly, "Actually... I have never been lucky!"

Although Wen Yuzhou is the young master of the Dark Angel, he seems to be glorious. This sentence comes from the heart. He grew up on the grassland since he was a child, and his aunt was always instilled with a plan of revenge in his mind. However, his aunt didn't have much knowledge, so how could she teach him who was very knowledgeable? His aunt only wanted to develop power in the grassland, then killed An Sui family, and overthrew the Sui Dynasty. Back then, the princess of the daughter of the daughter was much better than her sister, and she could only rely on the power of the grassland. Therefore, the idea of ​​overthrowing by Wen Yuzhou has always been in her mind. She has never put it into practice. She knows nothing about the general trend of the world. His aunt is so confused. How can she make Wen Yuzhou Zhaozhao?

This time Wen Yuzhou went south and was not alone, and he followed two old ministers, but the old ministers were respectful to him, but they had no idea. They might have some ideas to govern the world, but they had no choice but to take revenge on the two old ministers.

Wen Yuzhou went from the grassland to the Central Plains. Although bandits in the Central Plains were rampant, they also saw the prosperity and outstanding people in the Central Plains, and couldn't help feeling ashamed. He was also confused and had no idea about revenge. He only knew that he would follow Xiao Buyi's footsteps and enjoy going south and north. However, he saw that Xiao Buyi's momentum was getting bigger and bigger, and he couldn't help but lose it. After arriving in the Eastern Capital, he accidentally met the Changsun brothers. He intuitively believed that these two brothers were a bit similar to the Ansui family. He followed quietly, but unexpectedly met Changsun Shunde.

When he saw Changsun Shunde, he believed that this person must be the An Sui family. After twenty years of vicissitudes, he did not leave any traces of time on An Sui family. The melancholy between his eyebrows was as usual. Wen Yuzhou didn't know what he was depressed twenty years ago, and he didn't know why he was still unhappy now. After knowing that Changsun Shunde's identity, he suddenly realized the past and knew that he wanted to kill the princess of a daughter was mostly done by Changsun Sheng.

The Turks were strong back then. They had a great threat to the Great Sui Dynasty, and there was always a crisis of going south. Changsun Sheng cleverly planned to divide the Turks into two parts, east and west, and only cared about civil war, but had no time to invade the south. But at that time, the Qianjin Princess encouraged the Turks to go south, which poses a great threat to the Great Sui Dynasty. Changsun Sheng actually used a handsome man plan, allowing Changsun Shunde to dress up as the unsuccessful Sui official An Sui family to seduce the Qianjin Princess, and then leaked the secrets, allowing Dulan Khan to kill the Qianjin Princess.

Changsun Shunde is elegant and elegant. Now he looks like a handsome man. He is also very clever and clever, so he is very suitable to seduce the lonely daughter princess of Chunfu.

In fact, it proved that Changsun Sheng's strategy was extremely successful! All this is very simple to think of, but Changsun Sheng easily eliminated hidden dangers for the Sui Dynasty and maintained peace for more than ten years...

Why not assassinate the Qianjin Princess directly? Wen Yuzhou has figured it out these days. Killing the Qianjin Princess directly can only arouse the Khan's hatred for the Great Sui Dynasty, and even intensify the conflict between the Great Sui Dynasty and the Turks. But Du Lan killed the Qianjin Princess completely different endings. Every time I think of this, Wen Yuzhou will be frightened by the people of the Central Plains, amazed by Changsun Sheng's plot, but he hated Changsun Shunde's affection even more.

He was adopted by his second aunt since childhood and naturally had deep feelings for his eldest aunt. After thinking through the causes and consequences, he only thought about how to kill the Ansui family to avenge his aunt. He was not a reckless person and had been waiting for the opportunity. Finally, when Changsun Shunde was hosting Xiao Buyi, he threatened Boss Luo of Louwailou, and then pretended to be a guy to deliver vegetables, hid a short knife in a tray, imitating the ancients' drawings and daggers, but he did not expect that he would fail. He overestimated himself and underestimated the enemy.

After escaping, Wen Yuzhou didn't care about anything anymore and found Xiao Buyi.

His experience during this period is complex and complicated, but it is simple but simple. He didn't want to ask Xiao Buyi for help because a man could not hide his shamelessness and plead for his rival. He still didn't want Meng Chenxue to look down on him, and he felt that no matter what, he was always a little stronger than Xiao Buyi.

But now he found that except for his face, he was a little stronger than Xiao Buyi, the rest of the things were not comparable to Xiao Buyi.

After washing the blood on his hands and the dirt on his face, Wen Yuzhou raised his head and said the first thing he said was, "That... cousin..."

Xiao Buyi was stunned and smiled bitterly for a while, "Brother Wen, my surname is Xiao, and I don't have a surname!"

Wen Yu and Zhou Qiang smiled and said, "Brother Xiao is really good at joking. In fact, you and I know it well. You and I are the relatives of my aunts, and I sigh at the experiences of my aunts..." Seeing Xiao Buyi silent, Wen Yuzhou forced himself to continue. "I am the third aunt, I am the one who is a man of her hardships, but I am also sympathetic to her hardships. Fortunately, my third aunt has a son like Brother Xiao, cousin, you are the pride of our Yuwen family... that... I am so proud..."

Xiao Buyi looked inferior and said after a while: "I have a surname named Xiao, and the Yuwen family has nothing to do with me.... Besides, the Yuwen family is famous in the Northern Zhou Dynasty, how can I rise up?"

Wen Yuzhou said solemnly: "My cousin is a big mistake. You are too modest. I understand. Now the Yuwen family is in a downturn. It is not enough to be able to stand up to your cousin. In any case, your cousin's relationship... is thicker than water, and it cannot be denied!"

Xiao Buyi thought for a long time before saying, "That might be possible."

Wen Yuzhou was anxious and continued to say as planned, "When I heard my third aunt in trouble, I wanted to go to rescue her in person. Of course, this is because of the bloodlines that Xiao Buyi sighed, "So now when you are in trouble, I should go to rescue her in person?"

Wen Yuzhou slammed the table on Monday and said, "My cousin is so smart, which really makes me admire him. But it's not my fault, but the common feud between our Yuwen family and the Xiao family. I know that my cousin must have known that Changsun Shunde is the Ansui family, and the assassination man is me. Of course, my cousin has recognized me a long time ago and knows the causes and consequences. So I didn't take action in the restaurant. In fact, with my cousin's skills, ten Wen Yuzhou were also left behind. I knew that my cousin's power was great, but I didn't want to cause any trouble to my cousin, so I was alone. But what I didn't expect was that the Ansui family actually had a bunch of helpers, and I was outnumbered. We were heroes and heroes. We should act one-on-one. But since they were not kind, we don't need to be loyal. Do you think?"

Xiao Buyi murmured: "It seems that the truth is on your side."

Wen Yuzhou focused on the key point, "I think the net of heaven is vast and unlimited, I have found out that Changsun Shunde will leave Dongdu tomorrow, and we only have a chance to kill him tonight. I know that my cousin is powerful now, so I also ask my cousin to mobilize troops to surround the Li Mansion and capture Changsun Shunde, so I will give him a charge of rebellion. Anyway, these are not your final say? If you kill An Sui's family, I think my aunt and I will be grateful for your great kindness."

After talking about his thoughts in one breath, Wen Yu and Zhou Ruo looked at Xiao Buyi expectantly, hoping that he would nod. Unexpectedly, after a long time, Xiao Buyi's hair did not move.

Wen Yuzhou's smile finally made a little bitter, "Cousin... Brother, don't you want to avenge your eldest aunt?"

Xiao Buyi finally said seriously: "Brother Wen, I think you have made a mistake. First of all, I can't confirm who my biological mother is, so this cousin really can't bear it. Secondly, Changsun Shunde invited me to dinner, and I was always a little ashamed to kill him. Again, I have my own affairs now, and I don't want to consider my past grudges. I can't tie myself up when doing things, and I will only act according to my own plan. Please forgive me."

Wen Yuzhou's expression was dull, and he stared at Xiao Buyi for a while, "Brother Xiao... I didn't expect you to be such a person."

Xiao Buyi frowned, "What kind of person am I? No need to judge others' character!"

Wen Yuzhou suddenly pulled out his waist knife, and Xiao Buyi was not afraid, and said calmly: "What are you going to do?" Wen Yuzhou said in a deep voice: "I know Brother Xiao has always been bold, and I wonder if he would bet with me?"

"What are you betting on?"

"I bet that there will be three red moles on your left sole of your foot. If there is any land, you must be a descendant of the Yuwen family's royal family and should take on the responsibility of revenge."

"What if you lose?" Xiao Buyi asked with a frown.

"If I lose, I will cut off my left foot." Wen Yuzhou said angrily: "Since I am extremely incompetent and cannot take revenge, I will cut off my thoughts of revenge after cutting my feet, and also avoid the disappointment of my second aunt."

Xiao Buyi sighed lightly, "Brother Wen, why are you still so obsessed with it? This bet is really boring. Since you want to know the answer, I will tell you the answer..."

Wen Yuzhou was refreshed and worried. Xiao Buyi said seriously: "I will tell you clearly that even if I am your cousin or a descendant of the Yuwen family, I will not be entangled with grudges for twenty years. I have my affairs and I have my plans!"

Wen Yuzhou let go and fell to the ground with a single knife. With a clanging sound, he took a few steps back in dismay and said in pain: "Xiao Buyi, you really disappoint me!"

"I never expect you to expect anything from me." Xiao Buyi sat down coldly.

The room was silent. Wen Yu and Zhou Liang had just possessed themselves and picked up the long knife, inserted it into the sheath, and smiled bitterly: "I actually understand you."

Xiao Buyi raised his eyebrows, "What do you understand?"

Wen Yuzhou sighed lightly: "Your ambition is the world, of course, put personal grievances aside. Or, if it may be helpful to you to seize the world, even if it is your enemy, you will put grievances aside. But I am different. I am just for grievances in my life. Since you don't help me, I only have this opportunity to kill An Sui's family. Tonight... regardless of life or death... I will try again."

After he finished speaking, he turned around and left. Xiao Buyi finally said, "Brother Wen..."

Wen Yuzhou suddenly turned around and was filled with joy. "Cousin, are you willing to help me?"

Xiao Buyi shook his head, "I'm not willing to help you. I want to tell you that it is impossible to kill Changsun Shunde in Dongdu with your ability. But after all, we have acquaintance, and I want to tell you that sometimes a step back will be broad."

Wen Yuzhou shook his head, "Thank you for your reminder. But I have no way out. If I can't even kill Ansui's family in my life, what's the point of seeing my second aunt?"

Xiao Buyi pondered for a moment, "You can actually retreat to the Tongguan side."

Wen Yuzhou was stunned, "What did you say? You can have a clear conscience when you retreat there?"

Xiao Buyi smiled and said, "If you want to kill Changsun Shunde, there must be a chance. Your advantage now is in the dark. They will definitely rush to Tongguan after leaving Dongdu. After passing Tongguan, it is very likely that they will recruit so-called local rebels near Xijing. Since you are fine, it is not easy to surrender with your skills?"

Wen Yuzhou said angrily: "I wish I could kill him. Why would he still surrender to them?"

Xiao Buyi could only sigh, "Why are you just a stubborn person? You won't get into their team. Wait until the critical moment to turn against Changsun Shunde, isn't it easier than killing him?"

Wen Yuzhou pondered for a while, "Okay, I'll listen to you once."

He turned around and wanted to leave, and stopped again, "Xiao Buyi, I want to say something."

"Speaking."

"You are so sinister than me." Wen Yuzhou left with great strides after he finished speaking.

"Exceeding the award." Xiao Buyi smiled and sat down slowly, but sighed.

The bat outside the door whispered: "General Xiao... There will be an emergency military report in Xiangyang tonight."

Xiao Buyi was excited. He now had a great advantage in communication. At least when the gate of the Dongdu gate was closed, it would not hinder him from contacting Xu Shiji from Xiangyang.

In fact, he has always been concerned about the situation in Xiangyang. Fortunately, Xu Shiji lived up to his expectations. Now Xiangyang has blocked the key rush, and there are many submissions in the Jiangnan area. It can be said that new counties have risen to rely on each other every day, holding on to him.

Sometimes it is not necessary to fight to occupy the territory. Xiao Buyi and Xu Shiji used their influence and prestige to drive counties and counties near Jiangnan to join. They occupied a good place. The war in the Sui Dynasty was not strong south of Xiangyang, and the thieves and thieves in the world were all in Henan, Hebei and Jianghuai, which made Xiao Buyi easily strengthen his power.

However, most parts of Jiangnan are defended by the river, and there is no such thing as Guanzhong or Hebei. The terrain is wide after crossing the river. If it is attacked, the city will be far less dominant than Guanzhong. This requires him to develop his territory to the greatest extent and form a convergence in Guanzhong.

Li Jing had already told him that the best way to hold Guanzhong was to prevent them from sending troops!

Everything he does now is just a crystallization of the wisdom of the three, and he gives them full trust.

Dealing with Li Mi is now the thing he devoted the most energy to. Only after he beat Li Mi could he have the opportunity to seize the land of Hebei and Jianghuai. Only after these places were worry-free could he concentrate on fighting against the Guanlong forces.

All the strategies were agreed countless times, and when they passed by their minds, Xiao Buyi took the letter.

He opened the letter and looked at it. Xiao Buyi's expression was strange on his face. The bat now really regarded Xiao Buyi as his brother. He was worried and could not help but ask, "Is Xiangyang safe?"

Xiao Buyi handed the letter to the bat. The bat looked at it and his face changed color. He only saw the letter first. Pei Xingyan was defeated in all three battles and retreated for 90 miles. Luo Shixin's army stationed in Quitou Town to resist our army and could advance west along the Yangtze River at any time!

Pei Xingyan was defeated, but Xiangyang City did not panic much. On the contrary, Xiangyang City had already shown prosperity.

The streets and markets are very prosperous, and the people's faces are filled with happy smiles. The traffic is full of traffic and boats are smooth. Whether it is the merchants heading south or north, the first place to settle in is Xiangyang.

Xiangyang shows people all over the world that General Xiao is in charge, which is a blessed land in troubled times. Whether it is transportation or transactions in Xiangyang, it has reached an unprecedented prosperity. Of course, these conveniences are not for nothing. If you do business here, you will get 10% of your taxes. Xu Shiji certainly understands the disadvantages of fishing in the dry pond. When he actively revitalizes Xiangyang's economy, he also accumulates rich capital for continuing to fight.

They don’t have a granary, but it doesn’t matter. In just half a year, Xiangyang and Jiangnan were in good weather and the people already had surplus food.

In the general's mansion, Du Ruhui handed over the newly compiled civil affairs document to Xu Shiji for review, and Xu Shiji handed over the document to Dou Yi.

Dou Yi smiled and waved his hand and said, "Mr. Du is in charge, I don't need to watch it."

"Mr. Du is a great talent. There are few mistakes and omissions in the promotion and appointment these days. It really makes me feel ashamed of myself." Kong Shaoan also said, full of respect.

Du Ruhui smiled. His heart was somewhat fulfilled. What he did seemed to be the most inconspicuous, but everyone respected him very much, which made him accumulate confidence slowly, and he no longer felt that scholars were useless.

"General Xu, there are countless officials promoted by Mr. Du. Now the county governments are in harmony. But it seems that Mr. Du has never had an official position." Dou Yi reminded with kindness.

Du Ruhui waved his hand in a hurry. "No, no hurry, it's okay."

Although he was okay, he was still a little disappointed. After all, everyone was working hard to win the reputation behind him. Xu Shiji smiled and wanted to say something. Wei Zheng hurried into the general's mansion. Seeing everyone there, he smiled and said, "Shiji, why did you come back from Yiyang?"

Wei Zheng and Pei Bei and others have always guarded Yiyang. Since Xiao Buyi went to Dongdu, the pressure on Yiyang has greatly reduced. After all, for Li Mi, Yiyang has nothing to do with the overall situation and fighting spirit is useless. Now he is all his troops to fight against Dongdu, but he has always used the confusion of water and Huai River as the boundary between Xu Shiji.

In fact, when Xu Shiji was guarding against Li Mi, Li Mi was not alert to the fact that there was a force here to attack him at any time!
To be continued...