readsfreenovel Chapter 496: Determined to Go to Jinyang
Chapter 496: Determined to Go to Jinyang
Chu Xiaomu was originally worried that he would be obstructed by Jin Li'er and others if he went to Jinyang City, so he was a little hesitant. But when he thought of Chang Lun, he was filled with hatred. Thinking that he could finally avenge Huai Xiaomeng, his eyes lit up again.
Jinglan saw that he suddenly looked worried, and then excited, so she guessed what he was thinking. She said, "Brother Xiaomu, I know you always wanted to avenge your friend, but these two things may conflict with each other. If you really meet Chang Lun, you should restrain yourself and not let this delay the important matter of Bicheng."
Chu Xiaomu thought to himself that he really couldn't lose the big picture for the sake of small gains. Revenge could be postponed for a few months or even years, but the lack of food and grass in Bicheng couldn't last that long.
Chu Xiaomu expressed these concerns to Jinglan, saying that Jin Lier and his Jin family were the real masters of Jinyang City, and even if their power might not be as strong as that of the Golden Blade and Black Sword, they could not be completely ignored.
Moreover, Jin Lier seems to be quite scheming. If she interferes, it will be more difficult to raise food and grass.
Jinglan thought for a moment and said, "It's easy to deal with Jin Li'er and Chang Lun knowing you. What I'm most worried about is whether Xuanying is willing to help us Bicheng."
Chu Xiaomu said with certainty: "Xuan Ying hates the people of Chisha the most. He will definitely help us!"
Jinglan said happily: "That's no problem. It seems that we just need to find a way to transport the food and grass back to our Bicheng Army camp."
Chu Xiaomu asked: "How do we solve the problem of Jin Li'er being able to recognize me?"
Jinglan smiled gently and said, "I'll take care of this matter. I guarantee that even your sister Yingying won't recognize you by then."
Chu Xiaomu was skeptical, but Jinglan sounded so confident that she must have her own special method.
The two discussed in detail which route to take to Jinyang City, how to bypass the Red Soldiers camped near Jieyun Pass, how to cross Jieyun Pass and the Ten-hole Bridge, etc.
Jinglan finally said, "There is no time to lose. Pack your things and we will set off at dawn tomorrow morning."
Chu Xiaomu was surprised and asked, "You...you want to go too?"
Jinglan smiled and said, "Why, now that you have your sister Yingying, do you hate me so much?"
Chu Xiaomu shook his head repeatedly and said, "How can this be possible? I think this matter is very difficult and I am afraid there will be many dangers."
Jinglan smiled and said, "Brother Xiaomu, I think you are looking down on me. How about we have a competition?"
Chu Xiaomu couldn't help laughing and said, "You are Huang Tianxiang's top disciple. I am definitely not your opponent."
"So do you allow me to go?"
"I'm worried that no one will help me. If you can go, I'll beg you to help me."
Jinglan said, "Okay, that's settled. But you don't need too many people to know about this, you just need to report it to the general." After thinking for a while, she said, "When the food and grass arrive, we'll need someone to pick them up, so it's best to inform Li Zhongjun, Yang Zhongjun and the others."
Chu Xiaomu nodded and said, "The general is practicing kung fu to heal his injuries every day. I told Sister Xiaoxuan first, and asked her to convey the message to Li Zhongjun." Yang Dou had a noisy temper, and Chu Xiaomu didn't even dare to tell him.
The two agreed on a time to meet tomorrow, and Jinglan lifted the curtain and was about to go out. Suddenly, she lowered the curtain and asked, "Brother Xiaomu, is the gift I gave you still there?"
Chu Xiaomu immediately thought of the hairpin and took it out of the cloth bag. Fortunately, it was still intact. He said, "I have always been afraid of breaking it..."
A hint of joy showed on Jinglan's face. Without saying anything else, she nodded, lifted the curtain and went out.
Chu Xiaomu went to the general's tent, and Xiaoxuan told him that the general was healing and could not see anyone. He then told Xiaoxuan that he was going to Jinyang City to collect food and grass, and asked Xiaoxuan to convey the message to the general, Xiaoying, Li Xian of the Zhongjing Army, and Yang Luo of the Beicheng Army.
Xiaoxuan naturally agreed.
Chu Xiaomu thought about parting with Xiaoying and didn't know when he would see her again. He couldn't help feeling sad.
Yang Dou did not return to his tent that night, probably because he was busy with military affairs.
Chu Xiaomu wrote a letter and left it on the small table in the tent, saying that he had some important matters to deal with outside, and asked him to discuss and deal with all matters of the Nanding Army with several battalion officers including Wang Gu, An Wenyuan, and Yang Sui. If it really couldn't be handled, he would ask Li Xian, the central army commander, to come and make the decision.
Looking at the crookedly written letter, Chu Xiaomu couldn't help but laugh. He thought that as a lieutenant general of the Nanding Army, not only could he not recognize a few characters, but he even disappeared after only a few days on the job. If the soldiers under him knew about this, they would definitely scold him for being so unreasonable.
After finally making it to the next morning, Chu Xiaomu heard the sound of footsteps outside the tent. He could tell that it was Jinglan.
He then climbed up from the bed and lifted the curtain to see a young man with a thin face and ordinary clothes. He asked, "Brother, who are you looking for?"
The young man chuckled and said in a rough voice, "Excuse me, is the Chuzhong Army of the Nanding Army here?"
Chu Xiaomu was not used to hearing others call him "Zhongjun". He was stunned for a while before he reacted and said, "I am Chu Xiaomu. What do you want from me?" He thought, if you want to find someone, just look for him. What's so funny?
The young man laughed even harder and said, "Come out, please follow me."
Chu Xiaomu was confused and thought, where did this lunatic come from? How could he come here to have fun with me? But he heard the young man's rough smile gradually become sharp and soft. He immediately recognized him and asked, "You...you are Jinglan..."
The young man put away his smile, his eyes full of laughter, and said: "Brother Xiaomu, you called my name...finally without the word 'girl'." His voice became lower and lower, and it was almost inaudible at the end.
Chu Xiaomu looked into her eyes, and Jinglan's beautiful rosy face appeared involuntarily in his mind, and he was stunned for a moment.
Jinglan lowered her head slightly and said, "This method was also taught to me by my master. After we arrive in Jinyang City, I can also change your makeup in this way so that no one will recognize you."
Chu Xiaomu said happily: "This is the best. Even if we are in front of Jin Lier and Chang Lun, they will definitely not recognize us. This will save us a lot of trouble."
After a pause, she smiled and said, "But you don't need to change your makeup. You look much better the way you are now."
Jinglan said: "It is much more convenient to dress up as a man. Besides, we...we..."
Chu Xiaomu suddenly realized and thought that since he and Jinglan were traveling together as a man and a woman, it would definitely attract the attention of some nosy people. If Jinglan changed into a man's appearance, he naturally wouldn't have to worry about these things anymore.