Back Off, Let Me Come

Shen Tang counted the time with his fingers.

Surprised: "Ren Shu came down so fast?"

Gu Ren666, so efficient!

Gu Chi didn't expect that the unexpected joy would come too quickly and suddenly: "Indeed, it's ten days earlier than expected."

According to the discussion between him and Qishan and others, he should get the appointment letter around the end of the month. By then, the bandits they had gathered would barely be able to see. It was so sudden that surprise and fright were intertwined. It was hard to say whether it was good or bad...

The joy gradually dissipated, Shen Tang also regained his composure, and couldn't help but prepare for the worst. She said uneasily: "As the saying goes, 'When things go wrong, there must be monsters.' We have no one in the court, and we are from the Alliance Army. Zheng Qiao's temperament should not be so happy and neat, and he is still a decade ahead of schedule - this matter Isn't it a trap? Gu Ren and Wu Xian wouldn't cheat me like this..."

However, this is not easy to say.

Whenever the word "interest" is involved, it is not uncommon for fathers and sons to fight each other, and brothers to fight against each other. However, Shen Tang and the two of them were only "brothers" who had good verbal relations, and their contact time was not long. If these two people figured out something, they would suddenly backhand stab her...

Shen Tang's mind was filled with thoughts of Gu Ren and Wu Xian backstabbing her, and all kinds of conspiracy theories popped up like ink. She fell into selflessness, and pitifully Gu Chi suffered a close-range heart attack. It took a long while before he calmed down and said, "That's not the case."

Gu Ren and Wu Xian...

If you really care about your character and integrity, they are all above the standard. Although Gu Chi couldn't hear Gu Ren's voice, judging from Gu Ren's past reputation and deeds, this person had a certain bottom line in his actions. Not to mention Wu Xian, who has a soft ear and a bit of a bad temper. He is prone to act impulsively when his emotions are high, so there is nothing to be afraid of.

These two really want to backstab...

That must be Gu Ren.

For some reason, Gu Chi is wary of Gu Ren, but he can't have any negative emotions at all. At worst, he is neutral. Coupled with Gu Ren's reputation and deeds as a guarantee, ordinary people will naturally feel good about him when they see him...

It's somewhat evil.

It is speculated that Gu Ren's scribe's ways are at play.

He was lost in thought, when he noticed that the light in his sight area was blocked, and Shen Lang's small hands were shaking left and right in front of his eyes. Gu Chi pushed it away with his fingers and said, "I'm not distracted."

Shen Tang had an expression on his face that said, "Do you believe me or not?" He smiled and chatted: "You're not distracted? Then who do you think is so distracted?"

Gu Chi said: "It's Gu Ziyi."

"Gu Ren? What happened to him? Do you suspect he stabbed me in the back?"

The corner of Gu Chi's mouth twitched and he explained: "No, I'm just curious about his way of being a scribe -"

"His way of being a scribe?"

Gu Ren has the way of a scribe, Shen Tang is not confused - although the way of a scribe is a rare skill among literary scholars, it is standard equipment for great people, so it is not surprising that Gu Ren has one - she is just confused, Gu Chi Why do I miss him suddenly?

Gu Chi said: "I can't hear his voice."

Hearing this, Shen Tang asked, "Did he intend to guard against you?"

Gu Chi shook his head: "Probably not."

Before, not many people knew about his way of being a scholar, and even if they knew, few people could deliberately let their minds go like Shen Tang - it was fine for a while, but it was very energy-consuming to concentrate on doing this for a long time.

Gu Chi was sure that Gu Ren blocked him.

Shen Tang held his chin: "That would be interesting..."

Gu Chi said: "There are some speculations at the moment."

"What guess?"

Gu Chi asked back: "Master, don't you think Gu Ziyi's luck and popularity are too good? His sworn brothers have their own strengths and respect him. One or two may be lucky, but twelve in a row , the word 'luck' can't be used to describe it. When strangers see Gu Ziyi, they are delighted..."

Shen Tang thought about it carefully and realized that it was true. She guessed: "Perhaps his way of being a scribe is the 'Long Aotian Halo'?"

Gu Chi: "What is that?"

Shen Tangxu covered his mouth and joked: "Long Aotian's halo, Gu Ren's body shook, and all the heroes bowed to him."

Gu Chi: "..."

Gu Chi: "...That's not the case."

If Gu Ren had such unparalleled scribe skills, he would have led the alliance army to overthrow Sibao County, and it would not be Wu Xian's turn to be the alliance leader. Gu Chi knew that Shen Tang's words were mostly meant as a joke, but she might have hit on one thing -

Gu Ren's way of being a scholar may affect some people's impressions and emotions of Gu Ren.

It seems useless, but it is better than moisturizing things silently.

It may be of great use at critical moments.

so--

Shen Tang asked: "Did Gu Ren stab me in the back?"

Gu Chi stood up and said amusedly: "Whether it's an unexpected blessing or a disaster from heaven, don't you know it when you see someone?"

There is no point in making wild guesses here.

Facts have proved that both Gu Ren and Gu Ren are innocent.

After receiving the reward, they packed up their belongings without stopping and left Qushan County, Qianzhou, where the palace was located, and headed for their respective territories, fearing that if they were too slow, they would be killed by Zheng Qiao who went back on his word. Especially Gu Ren, several of his sworn brothers have a big grudge against Zheng Qiao. If they breathe the same air as Zheng Qiao at close range, they may be tempted to go to the palace to assassinate him one day.

Every one of them is a firecracker!

And Ren Shu was issued so quickly——

All because of an unexpected person.

Have a good feast.

Although Zheng Qiao didn't take Shen Tang seriously at all, Yanan couldn't rest assured and sent a special person to see who Shen Tang and Shen Youli were. The messenger brought a piece of paper with the seal and ribbon of the governor of Heyin County, and traveled day and night.

However, the envoy did not expect that Shen Tang did not enter the territory of Heyin, but stopped at the border of Heyin to rest.

"Who is Mr. Shen?"

There were fifteen people in the envoy's party.

There is a literary scholar, a sixth-class official, two fifth-class officials, and the rest are all second-class and low-ranking officials, but they are not even ordinary people. Even Chu Yao couldn't help but twitch his eyelids when he saw this formation, feeling that something was wrong.

Heyin is not big, poor and chaotic.

When a normal person takes office, it is hard to say how many years he will live, and the superiors may not pay much attention to him. He just sends a letter of appointment. Why is it such a pomp? Chu Yao calmed down his emotions, settled them carefully and thoughtfully, and then sent someone to invite Shen Tang over.

They say they are meticulous and thoughtful, but they are just that.

There are so many people hiding in the mountains, using tents as houses, and their material conditions are just that. At most, they can provide some old tea and wine, and ask messengers to moisten their throats and warm their bodies. The treatment can be described as simple and shabby.

These people didn't complain much.

The leader of the Wenxin scribe looked around.

As far as the eye can see, many old and weak women and children are bending down to work, collecting firewood, boiling water, or sewing warm winter clothes. There are not many young and strong people in sight. If these people weren't in good spirits, they might have mistakenly entered a refugee camp...

The leader of the envoy took a sip of tea and squinted his eyes, with a hint of strange color in his eyes: "These are the common people that Duke Shen took away from Sibao County? There seem to be more than the rumors..."

Chu Yao stood on one side and said respectfully: "There are many hungry people on the road. My lord couldn't bear it, so he took everything he could with him."

The messenger lowered his eyes and murmured in a low voice, "... there are many hungry people... Lord Shen is interested. If there are more people like Lord Shen in Geng Kingdom, perhaps the world can be peaceful..."

Chu Yao didn't answer.

In fact, as long as there is a king like Zheng Qiao and a "good person" like Yibu Wulang, they can be killed.

It is indeed admirable that Zheng Qiao played a bad game until he was almost in a situation where Tianhu is now like this. However, it is his own fault that Tianhu's advantage has been reduced to what he is now. The people of the Geng Kingdom and the survivors of the Xin Kingdom did not curse Zha Xiaoren day and night. It is considered a fault. Be self-restrained.

The envoy simply didn't expect Chu Yao to say anything.

While waiting, the messenger's eyes fell on Chu Yao. Seeing that Chu Yao had a young and mature appearance, but with a particularly abrupt head of long gray hair, he asked casually.

"What do you call me sir?"

Chu Yao said: "My surname is 'Chu'."

I can't tell you the name.

When the messenger heard this, he asked, "Is it Chu Yao?"

Chu Yao's heart trembled.

Because his restoration of Wenxin could easily reveal the national seal in Shen Tang's hand, so his former identity has been concealed from the outside world, and only a few people close to him know his past. The visitor said this name as soon as he opened his mouth, which made people feel fearful.

However, Chu Yao did not hesitate at all.

He looked at the messenger with suspicion and surprise.

"How does the messenger know?"

The messenger did not answer but asked: "Which 'yao'?"

Chu Yao smiled and said: "Guangzong Yaozu's Yao..."

The messenger asked again: "Where is the word?"

Chu Yao said: "The words are not obscure."

The envoy looked at Chu Yao. Chu Yao looked calm. He even pretended to be weak and was secretly tested by the former with his words: "Looking at the faint literary spirit flowing around you, you must be a literary scholar."

Chu Yao said: "My strength is low and I dare not show my embarrassment."

Messenger: "Your name reminds me of a person who was famous in the northwest many years ago. He was also from Chu."

"Are the envoys talking about the Three Heroes of the Motherland?"

"motherland?"

"I was once a native of the Chu State. After the Chu State was destroyed, my father changed my name for me, and I put some trust in it..." At this point, I realized that the Chu State had been destroyed for many years, and even the Xin State that destroyed the Chu State No more, the world now belongs to the Geng Kingdom. He knew that he had made a mistake, so he timidly pursed his lips and swallowed back the unfinished words.

The messenger can understand his mood.

But it didn't stop there.

Then he asked: "Where is your Wenxin monogram?"

Except for special circumstances, the Wenxin monogram is worn everywhere. This thing is a symbol of status, similar to the seals and ribbons worn by officials. In some more sophisticated countries, this is even a customary social etiquette.

It is very rude not to wear it if you have a monogram with an inscription.

"My strength is low, my literary spirit is rare, and my rank is not high. It is a bit difficult to maintain the monogram." After Chu Yao finished speaking, he was ashamed and his face was red. However, under the gaze of the envoy, he still "struggled" to form a literary form. Heart monogram.

Silver gray text heart monogram.

Ninth grade, the monogram is rough and blurry.

This is very typical of "weak".

The envoy took one look and motioned Chu Yao to take it back. Seeing that Chu Yao looked gloomy, the envoy pursed his lips, explained gently, and carefully comforted him, saying that he did not mean to embarrass himself, and hoped that Chu Yao would not take it to heart. He was just curious. .

Chu Yao said: "The envoy has heard of those three people?"

The messenger nodded: "I have heard of it, and my heart yearns for it."

That's why he was so "discourteous" when he heard "Chu Yao" which has the same pronunciation and same word as Chu Yao - he said so, but only he knew what he was thinking in his heart. He also mentioned Gong Shuwu in casual conversation, saying that he wanted to meet him.

Chu Yao: "..."

The visitor is not good!

But he couldn't stop it from being seen.

It happened that Gong Shuwu returned from patrol.

Seeing the appearance of the envoy, an imperceptible strange color flashed in his eyes.

Because of the angular distance, the messenger did not notice it.

The envoy was equally curious about Gong Shuwu.

On the way here, he knew that Gong Shuwu was the tenth-level left concubine chief - he had been unknown before, but it was only after the fall of Xiaocheng that he gained some fame after the battle in the city. After that, I have been following Shen Tang, training quietly, with no sense of presence, and a background character.

Knowing that Gong Shuwu's background was simple, the messenger was a little moved - Gong Shuwu was not too old and was in the golden period of his rise. Once he reached his peak, he could still maintain it for another twenty years, and he would be at least the thirteenth rank.

Although Zheng Qiao does not lack bravery and courage, the more the better.

However, as expected, he was declined.

The reason is also valid——

Gong Shuwu asked back: "Excuse me for being a martial artist who doesn't know etiquette. Why do you think I'm a widower till now?"

messenger:"……"

No need to ask further, this must be Zheng Qiao's fault.

The messenger realized what was going on and stopped talking.

Just at this time, Shen Tang arrived on a motorcycle.

Gong Shuwu breathed a sigh of relief.

If he didn't spread the firepower, he might be exposed.

If Kang Shi were here, he would have discovered that the figure and appearance of this envoy could not be said to have nothing to do with Yan Xingning who came to him at the beginning. They could only be said to be exactly the same.

Shen Tang rode his motorcycle all the way back.

There was hot sweat on the forehead, and the mouth and nose were panting.

She jumped off the mule's back.

When the envoy saw this, he knew that this person was Shen Tang.

At the age of twelve, the color of the inscription on his waist is as clear as crystal, and he is of the lower rank of the ninth rank.

Although he is a literary scholar, his martial arts skills are extremely high.

The previous information is all correct.

It’s just the back part——

Looking at Shen Tang's not-so-tall stature and slim figure, the envoy was skeptical about this part of the content.

He couldn't believe that Shen Tang could fight Gong Xiqiu in front of the battle, not by seeing it with his own eyes, but only by word of mouth from outsiders.

"Jun Shen."

Shen Tang wiped the sweat with his sleeve: "The envoy is well."

The envoy took out the dispatch document, checked his identity with Shen Tang, read out Zheng Qiao's decree, handed over the seal and ribbon of the Heyin County Governor, and said a few words on Zheng Qiao's behalf. As for other things - in extraordinary times, cumbersome etiquette has always been avoided when possible.

Shen Tang was stunned by how smoothly things were progressing. Out of courtesy, he asked the envoy to stay for a while and at least have a meal before leaving.

The messenger declined politely.

He still had important things to do and had to rush back to regain his sight.

After not resting for a while, the messenger took the people away.

Shen Tang looked at Chu Yao and Gong Shuwu who looked unhappy, and asked, "What did the envoy test?"

Chu Yao: "I didn't check the household registration so carefully. I was worried that he was suspicious of something, and I don't know if he was deceived."

Shen Tang played with the official seal, turning it around.

He said casually: "If he hasn't been deceived, let him have an accident. Humans, there is no one who doesn't get bumped when going out. It's normal to be unlucky and lose your life, don't you think?"

Unexpectedly, Gong Shuwu poured cold water on him: "This method may work against other people, but it won't work against him. Does the Lord know who this person is? His name is Yan'an, and his courtesy name is Xingning. He has perfected the way of being a scribe at a young age. A strange man. If you kill him now, he will immediately kill you from thousands of miles away."

Shen Tang: "???"

"Yan Xingning's scribe's teachings are fictitious."