"This must be sister-in-law and the child."Sister-in-law, I'm Yuan Shao. I'm here to greet you."" Yuan Shao passionately went forward to hold Dian Wei's wife, Li Shi, and asked about her well-being.
"Hey! This is so embarrassing. Lord Yuan, thank you! Thank you so much for helping my Old Dian get away with his crime. I'll kowtow to you!”After saying that, Consort Li pulled the child down to her knees and kowtowed to Yuan Shao.
"What is this! Get up! Sister-in-law, get up! Look at how dirty this child is. Come and pat him.”Yuan Shao hurriedly pulled Madam Li and Dian Man up, and even helped Dian Man pat the dust off his body.
"Sister-in-law! I still have to thank your man, he's powerful, skilled in martial arts, and loyal to me. He is my brother! This time…I want to bring you two to Bohai to enjoy life. She would stay in a big house and give her sister-in-law a few maids and servants to serve her.”Yuan Shao greeted him warmly and cordially.
"My lord! I…thank you on behalf of my wife and Man-er.”When Dian Wei heard this, he was so excited that he couldn't even cry. He immediately knelt down.
"Get up, you silly fool. Yuan Shao kicked Dian Wei and scolded him jokingly.
"This…Thank you, Lord Yuan. Man-er, thank you, Lord Yuan!”Consort Li bent down and taught the young Dian Man.
"Thank…Thank you, Lord Yuan." Dian Man's tender voice and his patched clothes made Yuan Shao's heart ache. What kind of life was he living, and what kind of life did the people of the world live?
"Hey! Alright, don't call me Lord Yuan in the future. Call me Uncle Yuan. After Man-er goes to the Bohai Sea, you can change into new clothes. Are you happy?”Yuan Shao squatted down and scratched Dian Man's nose with his index finger.
"I'm happy, Uncle Yuan." Dian Man's small face revealed a smile.
"Sister-in-law, we are going to Luoyang, the eastern capital. You and Man-er can get on the carriage first. Dian Wei, you…can continue to be the coachman. You and your wife haven't seen each other for so many years. You must have a lot to talk about. It's decided then." Yuan Shao made his decision with a wave of his hand.
"I…Thank you for your understanding, my lord!" Dian Wei cupped his fists and accepted the order. He then carried Dian Man with one hand and pulled Consort Li with the other to the carriage.
"Alright, Zhongkang, Xu Ding, prepare to set off."The target is Luoyang, the eastern capital." Yuan Shao raised his hand and looked at the setting sun that was about to set.
" Brothers! Prepare to set off!" Xu Ding urged his horse forward and shouted loudly.
Thus, Yuan Shao and his party once again embarked on the journey home.
Luoyang, Chariot General Shi Leyin Mansion.
Under the dim light, an old man in his fifties sat quietly, but he did not look very old. He was hale and hearty, and his eyes were bright.
Seated opposite him was a young general of about twenty years of age, seven feet tall and with a determined appearance.
"You've been learning from this old master for the longest time. This old master wants to test you today?”The old man said.
"Teacher, please go ahead." Qianzhao replied respectfully.
"What do you think of the situation in the world? Tell the truth!"
"…Ever since Emperor Heng, natural disasters have continued. There have been uprisings in various places, and the people…have been displaced. In my opinion…the world is going to be chaotic!”Qianzhao slowly revealed the thoughts in his heart.
"Since ancient times, there has been a saying that once you learn martial arts, you can sell it to the emperor's family. You know, you're not young anymore. As my most outstanding student, you should think about…your future path.”Le Yin spoke slowly.
"…Teacher, do you have any objections?" After a moment of silence, Qianzhao asked for Le Yin's opinion.
"Yuan Family of Ruyang, current Si Li Lieutenant Yuan Benchu.”Le Yin's murky eyes revealed a glimmer of light.
"This…why?" Qianzhao asked.
"Yuan Benchu was a man of great ambition. During his mourning period for his parents, he wantonly recruited hanger-ons and made contact with the party. Although he was stopped by Zhao Zhong, his heart never changed. A few days ago, I talked to Pan Yin of the General's Mansion. During the conversation, Pan Yin talked about Yuan Benchu's behavior in the past few days. He recruited a brave and burly Dian Wei from Chenliu, and under him was Huang Zhong, who had the demeanor of a general. Even the whole Sikong Mansion said that Mr. Fang was also recruited by Yuan Benchu. I understand your talent. It's hard to send charcoal in the snow, but it's easy to add flowers to the brocade.”Le Yin slowly told the disciple everything he knew.
"This…Alright, I will go to Sikong Manor tomorrow and recommend myself. Teacher, you have to take care of yourself." Qian Zhao finally made up his mind.
"Hey! People should be content with their lives at this age.”Le Yin shook his head and said nonchalantly.
"I still want to eat your 60th birthday banquet, Teacher.”Qianzhao hurriedly replied.
Time passed in the blink of an eye. A crescent moon hung high in the sky. It was 15:15.
Yuan Shao led Dian Wei and Xu Chu, followed by Li Guo and Fan Yong. The five of them rode back to Luoyang.
As for the personal guards, they were led by Xu Ding and stayed in the Yuan Manor's courtyard outside Luoyang.
"Hu! They finally returned to Luoyang. Li Guo. Fan Yong, you two go back to the residence and tell Uncle Fu that I'm back.”Yuan Shao took a deep breath of Luoyang's air and ordered.
"Yes!" Li Guo. Fan Yong cupped his fists and rode away.
"Zhongkang, I have to introduce them to you later. They are all your colleagues in the future.”
"I'm more than happy to do so, but Chu is in charge of protecting the lord's safety after all. I don't dare to be close to my colleagues.”Xu Chu expressed his opinion solemnly.
"Alright, let's not talk about it anymore, Dian Wei. Xu Chu, let's go." Yuan Shao suddenly gripped his Western Liang warhorse and galloped forward.
Xu. Dian Er also urged Xue Qing and Bai Shi to chase after them.
Yuan Shao's warhorse had just stopped in front of Sikong's residence. Before it could arrive, it quickly dismounted and the door opened. Su Lie quickly ran out with a happy look."Big brother! You're back!"
"Hey! Third brother, I'm back." Yuan Shao immediately stepped forward and gave Su Lie a tight hug.
"Big Brother (Lord), welcome home!”In front of the door, Xu Da, Fang Xuanling, and Du Ji bowed to Yuan Shao.
"Second brother! Mister, and the marquis. It's been hard on you all during my absence.”Yuan Shao let go of Su Lie and came up to hug the three of them one by one.
"Eldest Young Master, the wind is strong at night. Why don't we go in and talk?”Barkley interrupted.
" Big Brother, this warrior is…" Su Lie, who was outside the door, quickly noticed Xu Chu and asked.
"Alright, you see, I forgot. Let me introduce you. This is Xu Chu and Xu Zhongkang from Qiao County in Qiao Country. In the future, Zhong Kang will be my personal guard deputy commander and will protect my safety together with Dian Wei.”Yuan Shao walked to Xu Chu's side and patted his arm as he introduced him to everyone.
"Good! From then on, the warrior and Dian Wei protected his eldest brother, and Tiande was relieved. I am Xu Da, my name is Tiande." Xu Da looked at Xu Chu's waist, which was at least ten meters in circumference, and his body, which was eight feet long, with a mighty and majestic figure. He could not help but nod and praise.
"Xu Chu, Xu Zhongkang." Xu Chu's answer was as concise as ever.
So the lord went to Qiao Country for him? He was indeed a fierce general! Fang Xuanling thought to himself, but he didn't stop talking."Congratulations, my lord. Congratulations, my lord. You've gained another valiant general.”
" My Lord, Deacon Yuan has long…" Du Ji was about to speak when he was stopped by Fang Xuanling. Du Ji used his gaze to question Fang Qiao.
"Marquisate, Lord has had a tough journey. As subjects, we should not disturb Lord. If there's anything, we can talk about it tomorrow.”Fang Xuanling whispered to Du Ji.
"Oh, marquis, if you have something to say, just say it. I'm not the kind of person who doesn't know right from wrong.”Yuan Shao saw Fang Qiao and Du Ji conversing and asked.
"My lord is tired today. Please…rest early.”Du Ji bowed and said.
"Alright, Uncle Fu, please arrange a guest room. It's best if it's next door to Dian Wei. Help Zhongkang boil hot water.”Yuan Shao instructed Uncle Fu.
"Hey, I'll go now." Xu Chu felt warm in his heart. It was good to know his lord.
That night, under Madam Yang's surprised gaze, Yuan Shao and Madam Yang rolled in bed for the entire night.
The next day, the rooster announced dawn.
Yuan Shao's biological clock made him wake up on time.
With Little Red's help, he got dressed and rinsed his mouth.
"Madam Yang, you should also prepare yourself. Today, you will go to the Bohai Sea with Second and Third Younger Brothers.”Yuan Shao suddenly remembered that he hadn't mentioned it to Madam Yang.
"What is it? Husband…why?" Madam Yang was so shocked that she couldn't even comb her hair.
"Luoyang…is not safe. It's safer for you to go to the Bohai Sea!”Yuan Shao sat by the bed and pulled Yang Shi's slender and jade-like body.
"…Alright, I'll go. But husband must be careful!" Madam Yang's eyes stared at Yuan Shao's eyes for a long time, as if she felt something, but she didn't ask for the reason.
"You're very smart. I like smart women.”Yuan Shao leaned over and kissed Madam Yang's forehead, then got up and walked out.
"What are you looking at? Go pack up." Madam Yang glared at Xiao Hong and then walked into the room with her small waist.
Just as he walked out of the room, Dian Wei and Xu Chu were already dressed and standing outside the door. Yuan Shao smiled and said,"You guys…Alright, come with me to the front hall. The gentlemen should be waiting anxiously.”
When he arrived at the front hall, he found that everyone was already present. Even Huang Zhong, who was training outside, had come. When Huang Zhong saw Yuan Shao, he bowed and said,"My lord."
"Everyone is here. How are your preparations, sir?”Yuan Shao walked straight to the main seat and sat down to ask.
"My lord, everything is ready. We are just waiting for my lord's family.”Fang Qiao stood up and said.
"When we reach the Bohai Sea, you will be in charge of the political affairs. If you have any matters to discuss, you will have to discuss with Mister. Second brother…you don't have an official identity. How about this, you will first be the general of the valiant cavalry, and third brother will be the general of the military guards.”Yuan Shao turned his gaze to Xu Da and Su Lie and pondered for a moment.
"Thank you, big brother." Xu Da and Su Lie cupped their fists in thanks at the same time.
"Oh, right, I saved the young lady of the Mei Family of Eastern Sea on the way here. In order to thank me, she gave me ten thousand taels of gold. All of you are my trusted aides, so I'll take you to the Bohai Sea to recruit soldiers. Oh right, when we pass by the Yuan Family Courtyard, I'll ask Xu Ding to bring 100 personal guards to join the escort team. Otherwise, I won't be at ease.”Yuan Shao recalled the ten thousand taels of gold he had brought back and took it out.
Gold! Ten thousand gold taels! Everyone was shocked!
Du Ji's mouth could swallow an ostrich egg, thinking that his lord was so bold! Courage! He didn't want the gold.
Du Ji swallowed his saliva and stood up."My lord despises wealth and values righteousness, I admire you!”
"Second brother, third brother, I have handed all my belongings to you. Don't disappoint me.”Yuan Shao had a serious expression.
"Please rest assured big brother, Dingfang will definitely let this money safely reach Nanpi City.”Su Lie suddenly stood up and patted his chest as he promised.
"With me and my third brother here, plus these 600 people, we will definitely reach Nanpi safely. I can guarantee it with my head.”Xu Da also stood up.
"Alright, I'll personally send you guys off after everyone has a guaranteed meal. Is Barkley's breakfast ready?" Yuan Shao called out to Uncle Fu.
"Here you go, serve the dishes." Barkley pushed open the door and asked the chefs to serve the dishes.
During breakfast, Uncle Fu lowered his body and whispered something in Yuan Shao's ear. Yuan Shao raised his head and asked with a surprised expression,"Is this true?"
"Absolutely."
"Then please tell father that I'll go and see him after sending him off.”
Uncle Fu nodded and left.
Outside Luoyang City, Yuan Manor's courtyard.
There was a large group of people, a total of twenty carriages. Before leaving, Yuan Shao gave Xu Da and Su Lie a hug respectively. He used his hoarse and deep voice to slowly say,"Second brother, third brother, I've sent you off for thousands of miles. We'll part ways here."
"Big brother, don't worry. The convoy will arrive at Nanpi City safely.”Xu Da patted his chest and promised.
"Third Brother, the weather is getting cold. Remember to add more blankets.”Yuan Shao took the tiger skin from Xu Chu and draped it over Su Lie's body.
Su Lie's tears could not stop flowing. He held Yuan Shao's hand and wailed,"Big brother, you're so nice."
"Third brother, when we reach Bohai County, calm down. Don't be impulsive…Alright, you guys should leave. Otherwise, you won't be able to catch up to the convoy."
"Goodbye, big brother. The brothers are waiting for you.”Xu Da. Su Lie turned around and rode on Feng Luzi and Rouge Blood. Without looking back, he galloped away.
Yuan Shao stood under the long pavilion and looked at Xu Da and Su Lie's gradually disappearing figures. He remained silent for a long time.
"My lord, it's time to return to Luoyang." Huang Zhong saw that Yuan Shao didn't move and reminded him.
"Let's go. It's time to go back."
It was time to go back and complete the mission!
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