The first county magistrate in history

Chapter 294: Bear Heart and Leopard Courage

Xia Bitu was horrified because Qin Zheng guessed right!

His trump card in Guanxi is indeed in the Western Border Army.

Uncle Nan's expression was calm, and he looked at Qin Zheng with eyes full of admiration. In his eyes, Qin Zheng was not only young, but also extremely intelligent and talented, with terrifying deduction skills and a background in the Five Elements Sect. His future was limitless.

It’s a pity that they are the enemies of adults!

Wu Xiaoyou listened while packing up the tent. She was sure that the adults would not be wrong this time.

Because adults' reasoning never fails.

At this moment, crunching...

The city gate slowly opened.

Wu Xiaoyou smiled, and the admiration for the adults in his heart was like a surging river, endless!

Xia Bitu was also convinced!

Uncle Nan looked at the gradually opening city gate, and a murderous intent flashed in the depths of his eyes.

Only he knew whether this murderous intent was directed at the King of the Western Territory or Qin Zheng!

The city gate opened, but there was no sign of the King of the West, and only one soldier came out.

The soldiers were very strong, with dark skin and sharp eyes.

The soldier walked over with a carefree and wide step.

When he came closer, he didn't even bow, but said, "My prince invites you in."

Xia Bitu frowned slightly. It would have been fine if the King of the Western Territory did not come out to greet him, but he actually sent a soldier to deliver the message. It was obvious that this was not just a show of power, but a humiliation!

But he could only ignore the rudeness of the little soldier.

Because Uncle Nan didn't say that he and Qin Zheng were imperial envoys or how high their positions were.

But he was sure that these soldiers knew who they were.

Otherwise, how could we have informed them before?

Can anyone come to see the Four Realms King?

Knowing this, he was still so rude that he refused to even kneel, lacking even the most basic etiquette of a soldier. It can be seen that not only the King of the Four Realms, Liang Heng, but also the Four Realms Army may have disregarded the imperial court.

Xia Bitu glanced at Qin Zheng, only to see Qin Zheng suddenly saddle up and mount his horse.

Wu Xiaoyou acted according to the adults' mood and jumped on the horse at this moment!

The soldier was shocked and shouted, "No outsiders are allowed to ride horses in the border city."

Qin Zheng smiled and said, "Please tell Prince Liang that we are here to express our sincere gratitude. We are busy with official duties and have been delayed for too long, so we will not stay for the wedding banquet. Farewell!"

After saying this, he turned his horse around and was about to leave.

Xia Bitu didn't know what Qin Zheng was doing, but if Qin Zheng wanted to leave, then let him go.

Uncle Nan and I also got on the horse.

The soldiers were anxious and stopped Qin Zheng with a few quick steps: "You can't leave!"

He was ordered to invite these people in. Now that they have left, how will he report to his superiors?

And, indeed, they all knew the identities of Qin Zheng and Xia Bitu, but they were from the Western Border Army, and if the prince wanted to expose these people, they would expose them. Even if the prince wanted to kill these people, they would not show mercy.

Not only were they not afraid, they were actually excited. The prince was so domineering that he even dared to show off to the imperial envoy. "How dare you!" Wu Xiaoyou shouted angrily, raising the Imperial Sword: "The Imperial Sword is here, and you dare to stop the imperial envoy?"

When the soldier saw the sword above the golden scabbard, his face changed drastically and he fell to his knees: "I dare not!"

No matter how fierce the Western Border Army is, they are under the command of the imperial court. He is just a small soldier, how dare he resist the imperial power!

Qin Zheng snorted coldly: "Let's go!"

We have already given enough face to King Liang Heng of the Western Territory. If he doesn’t accept it, there is no need to give him any more.

"Hahaha..." At this moment, a rough laugh suddenly came from inside the city gate.

Da da da……

A light silver-white warhorse slowly walked out of the city gate.

This horse is very handsome, plump and graceful, with a thin head, long neck, slender limbs, thin skin and fine hair. This is a Ferghana horse!

The Arabian horse is the best among horses.

There was an old general on horseback, wearing a silver helmet and silver armor, holding a silver spear in his right hand.

The old man was tall and strong, with a face like a winter date, thick eyebrows, big eyes, a wide mouth, and eyes like lightning.

Man, gun, horse, all integrated into one, so majestic!

Behind him followed two war horses, one black and one gold.

Sitting on the black horse was a veteran, wearing black iron armor, riding a black horse, holding a black iron Fang Tian Hua Ji in his hand, looking very majestic!

There was a young general riding on the golden-haired warhorse.

He was about thirty years old, wearing a bronze helmet and armor, and carrying a bronze crescent-shaped sword!

"Your Majesty!"

At this moment, all the soldiers on and off the city wall knelt on one knee.

Liang Heng raised his left hand: "No need to be polite!"

The soldiers stood up and looked at the old and young generals with admiration.

"The one wearing silver armor is the King of the Western Territory, Liang Heng! That veteran general is the old war god Qi Lin of the Western Territory Army! That young general is the war god of the younger generation of the Western Territory Army, Fang Hao, who has considerable combat power." Xia Bitu said to Qin Zheng in a low voice with a stern expression.

The Daqian Dynasty had four great war gods, guarding the four major passes in the east, west, south and north.

People generally thought that it was the Four Realm Kings who intimidated the outer vassals, but it would be more accurate to say that it was the prestige of the Four Old War Gods that frightened the outer vassals.

Even after so many years, the old war god's reputation remains as great as ever. He is a role model in the army and a role model for the soldiers.

Now, a new generation of war gods is gradually rising, and the old war gods of the Four Realms Army have all retired in order not to block the rise of the young war gods.

This retirement does not mean leaving the military camp, but retreating to the second line and not taking action easily.

Qin Zheng said nothing, his eyes swept over the old and new war gods, and then fell on Liang Heng. He did not dismount, but sat upright on the horse.

Wu Xiaoyou held the imperial sword in his hand, ready to protect the adults.

As long as King Liang Heng of the Western Territory dares to attack you, she will use the imperial sword to kill him.

The Imperial Sword kills people, and we will not take any responsibility!

"Hehe, I've heard of Lord Qin's reputation for a long time. After seeing him today, I find that his reputation is well-deserved!" Liang Heng didn't even look at Xia Bitu. His eyes were fixed on Qin Zheng. He smiled, clasped his fists, and said.

Qin Zheng clasped his fists and smiled faintly, "Your Highness, you are too kind. Your Highness is unparalleled in bravery, commanding millions of troops, and renowned throughout the world. I am just a weak scholar, how could I have such fame!"

Neither of them got off the horse, and they both sat on it and talked.

Xia Bitu looked at the two of them and his eyelids twitched.

According to the rules, the King of the Western Territory is a prince, so Qin Zheng dismounted to pay his respects.

Although Qin Zheng was an imperial envoy and held the imperial sword, he was here to celebrate the birthday in a private capacity. Qin Zheng should dismount and greet him!

It seems that Qin Zheng is determined to kill Liang Heng.

Xia Bitu's eyes flickered, and he began to think in his mind.

Liang Heng chuckled, seemingly unconcerned with Qin Zheng's rudeness, and asked, "Master Qin, are you leaving?"

Qin Zheng still had a faint smile on his face: "I'm hungry. I'm going to go back and have dinner before coming back!"

Xia Bitu: “…”

Uncle Nan: “…”

Wu Xiaoyou: “…”

Liang Heng: “…”

No one expected Qin Zheng to say that.

Veteran Qi Lin's face twitched twice.

A smile flashed across the eyes of young general Fang Hao.

Liang Heng smiled and said, "I am the Prince's fault for being inattentive. Please do not mind, Lord Qin! My soldiers thought you were some low-class people coming to celebrate your birthday, so they did not inform you. If your Highness had not asked if your Highness had come, you would not have seen me today." Liang Heng's expression changed to one of resignation. "Too many people have come to wish me a happy birthday and give me gifts these days, but I have rejected them all. I am so busy with military affairs, how can I have time to see them?"

Xia Bitu was speechless. Liang Heng said this as if he was giving Qin Zheng a great deal of face by meeting him, but in fact, he was scolding all four of them.

Uncle Nan was calm and expressionless.

Wu Xiaoyou secretly gnashed his teeth. Sure enough, this Western Territory King is no good. He's been exposing my master to the sun for hours and even called us scoundrels. You're done. My master never suffers any loss!

Qin Zheng suddenly looked shocked. "Ah? Guanxi is facing a famine, and the people are living in dire straits. Yet, someone is still offering gifts to His Majesty? If they are officials, they must be corrupt. If they are merchants, they must be profiteers. Your Majesty knows that I am the imperial commissioner investigating the famine in Guanxi. Please give me the list of names of these people to save me the trouble of investigating!"

Liang Heng's expression froze.

Obviously, he didn't expect that Qin Zheng would use the snake-wrapped stick to defeat him.

For a moment, I didn’t know how to answer!

Xia Bitu looked at Liang Heng with sympathy and thought to himself, how dare you fight with that monkey kid, you don't know whether you live or die!

Wu Xiaoyou was in a good mood. He was indeed my master, huh!

Qi Lin and Fang Hao looked at each other and saw the sneer in each other's eyes.

"Of course, of course! Lord Qin has come a long way, why are you leaving without even a glass of wine or wedding wine?" Liang Heng smiled, pulled the reins, and made way: "Please!"

Xia Bitu looked at Qin Zheng, meaning, are you still going in?

Qin Zheng said calmly: "Please lead the way, Your Majesty!"

Qin Zheng's words made Xia Bitu almost fall off his horse.

This little monkey, is he really that bold?

At this time, not only do you dare to enter the city, but you also let the dignified King of the West lead the way?

He knew that Qin Zheng was taking revenge.

Because the King of the Western Territory had exposed them to the sun for several hours.

But, is this the place for revenge?

This is their home nest!

Are you still showing off in someone else's lair?

Aren’t you afraid of angering Liang Heng?

The old god of war Qi Lin narrowed his eyes and looked at Qin Zheng with an expressionless face.

However, the guard Fang Hao rolled his eyes secretly.

Liang Heng was stunned and his expression changed slightly.

Instead, he laughed heartily: "Master Qin, please!"

As he spoke, he spurred his horse and really led the way in front.

From beginning to end, he ignored Xia Bitu.

Xia Bitu looked embarrassed, knowing that Liang Heng must have something against him.

That's for sure!

I had no choice but to follow behind.

In just a short while, the sunset disappeared in the distant sky and night fell!

Torches have been lit on the city walls and inside the city.

Inside the city, rows of solid stone houses stood in neat rows, like soldiers lined up in formation.

The cities of the Daqian border fortress are all made of stone houses, not only because of their sturdiness, but also because of the determination of the border soldiers to defend the country.

But when marching and fighting, they would use linen or animal skin tents for convenience.

The streets in the city are paved with bluestone.

Torches were stuck on the walls of the houses on both sides, and the flames flickered.

Qin Zheng rode his horse leisurely, his body swaying with the movement of his warhorse.

It's like viewing the scenery, looking around.

Wu Xiaoyou followed closely behind, extremely vigilant.

Xia Bitu's eyes were wandering, and no one knew what he was thinking.

Uncle Nan followed closely and was also very vigilant.

In the darkness of night, the places where the torches could not reach were as dark as ink, a suffocating darkness.

It gives people the feeling that there must be murderous intent hidden in the darkness.

Countless flying insects surrounded the torches, dancing in the flames.

Every time the wind blows, the flames flicker and any flying insects that cannot escape will be burned to death.

The torch that seems to bring light and warmth is actually hiding killing!

The flickering flames of the torches on both sides of the street cast mottled shadows of several people, floating around like ghosts.

The flickering firelight reflected on the faces of several people.

The face of the old god of war Qi Lin was weathered and full of wrinkles.

Every wrinkle seems to record the vicissitudes of time and the glory of the battlefield.

Liang Heng's eyes were deep, like a cold pool in the abyss, with endless waves hidden beneath the calm. In this boundless night, people couldn't help but feel a piercing chill.

Xia Bitu, on the other hand, looked shrewd and had an unfathomable smile on his face.

The young general Fang Hao has an angular face, is handsome and resolute, and also has a hint of sharpness.

Wu Xiaoyou is heroic and exudes a fierce aura.

Uncle Nan, mature and steady, with a blank expression, could even sit on a warhorse with composure and reason.

Qin Zheng was like a sightseeing tourist, letting his horse run free.

The air in the barracks was thick with the smell of burning animal fat and horse urine.

Occasionally, the low neighing of war horses could be heard, echoing in the silent night sky, adding a sense of mystery, tragedy and desolation.

At this moment, Wu Xiaoyou was in the military camp shrouded in the night, feeling that every step he took seemed to be on a battlefield where shouts of killing were deafening and blood and flesh were flying everywhere.

It made her blood flow faster and her fighting spirit surge!

She couldn't help but indulge in this artistic conception.

It was as if I had become a fierce general on the battlefield.

Suddenly, Wu Xiaoyou shuddered. How did he get into this state of mind?

Her mission is to protect adults!

What a horrible military camp!

It's not her fault.

Although she is a woman, what she longs for is to fight on the battlefield!

It is easy to be influenced by the military environment.

Wu Xiaoyou glanced at the adults, Xia Bitu and Uncle Nan, and found that she was the only one who was brought into the artistic conception.

Wu Xiaoyou was convinced. Xia Bitu and Uncle Nan were both generals in the past. It was understandable that they could withstand such a state of mind. But since the adults didn't know martial arts, their concentration was truly remarkable.

At this moment, although Liang Heng was leading the way in front, he tilted his body slightly, and as the horse swayed, he looked at Qin Zheng out of the corner of his eye.

Is this the butcher who pretended to be crazy and stupid and whose fame spread to Kansai?

too young!

However, he had never seen such calmness in any young person.

This is definitely not the calmness that ordinary people can have!

No wonder, even the person behind him didn't dare to underestimate Qin Zheng. He even seemed to be very wary of him!

That person also said that Qin Zheng was an unprecedented strong opponent and the key figure who would ultimately decide victory or defeat!

But on his way forward as the King of the West, no obstacle could stop him from moving forward. No matter who stood in his way, he would be killed!

This time, he really didn't expect that Qin Zheng would actually dare to come!