Chapter 505: Be on Guard

Dong Changjun spoke, and the soldiers bowed and left.

Gu Chaoyang walked out of the tent, followed by several generals who were on good terms with him.

"What's wrong, Brother Tang?" Gu Chaoyang couldn't help but ask when he saw Captain Tang beside him hesitate to speak several times.

"Chaoyang, do you feel something is wrong?"

Captain Tang finally couldn't hold it in anymore, frowned, and lowered his voice.

"I feel like Dong Mian has become a different person today."

Several generals nearby also nodded, each showing an expression of deep agreement.

Joining the army, Fu Honghui said:

"Yes, and you took us to explore Xiaoyao Mountain. There are many ambushes on the mountain, and Cheng Lian is not a fool.

Isn't it strange that Dong Mian escaped so easily after falling into his hands?"

Gu Chaoyang didn't say anything.

Captain Tang said again:

"This kid Dong Mian has no skills at all, but he just relies on his status to show off all day long.

Chaoyang, ever since you became the deputy commander, this guy has been trying to trip you up. You have always been tolerant of him, but he has been pushing you further.

Alas, Erye was a hero all his life, but why did he give birth to such a thing?

If you ask me, you shouldn't have rescued him today!"

"Brother Tang, be careful with your words." Gu Chaoyang immediately warned him in a low voice.

His eyes swept across the faces of the people in front of him one by one.

These are people I trust absolutely. They have been with me through thick and thin, and we are friends for life.

Fortunately, there was no one around, so Gu Chaoyang told everyone:

"He is the only son of the Second Master. The Second Master has been very kind to us. We cannot let him down."

Gu Chaoyang thought for a moment and then said softly:

“No matter what, we must be more respectful and tolerant to him, and do our best to follow his instructions.

But we must be extremely vigilant in all matters and be on guard against others."

Captain Tang and others nodded, very convinced by Gu Chaoyang's words.

Speak of Cao Cao, here comes Cao Cao. At this moment, Dong Mian's voice came.

"Chaoyang, you guys are all here."

Gu Chaoyang and his companions looked over when they heard the voice and saw Dong Mian walking towards them alone.

"Brother Mian, do you have something to talk to me about?" Gu Chaoyang said to him.

Dong Mian hid the viciousness in his eyes and smiled at Gu Chaoyang:

"Today you rushed into the mountains to save me, regardless of your own safety. As your brother, I haven't had the chance to thank you yet."

"Brother Mian, there's no need to talk about this. This is what I should do."

Gu Chaoyang also gave him his usual friendly smile, wondering in his heart why Dong Mian wanted to see him.

"Actually, I'm not here to see you. I'm here to see General Fu."

Fu Honghui behind Gu Chaoyang was a little surprised, "Looking for me?"

"Yes." Dong Mian walked up to him with an extremely sincere look.

“You are all seniors in the military, and my father always asked me to learn more.

I heard that General Fu once served as a grain supervisor for the imperial court. I also have some questions about this and would like to ask you for advice."

Fu Honghui was somewhat puzzled and said:

"Sir, it's already so late, why not tomorrow..."

"If I get beaten with a military stick tomorrow, I'm afraid I won't be able to get out of bed for several months. How can I have the energy to ask for advice? Haha." Dong Mian laughed.

Fu Honghui thought so too and subconsciously wanted to look at Gu Chaoyang.

Dong Mian had already stepped forward and held his arm, very affectionately.

"Brother Fu, if you don't mind, I'll stay at your place tonight. I must take advantage of this night to learn from you!"

Dong Mian had said so much, Fu Honghui couldn't refuse and could only let Dong Mian pull him away.

Before leaving, he couldn't help but look back at Gu Chaoyang. Gu Chaoyang nodded to him, but there was a hint of caution in his eyes.

Fu Honghui thought of what Gu Chaoyang had just said, and looked at Dong Mian, who was behaving out of character.

When something goes wrong, there must be something fishy going on. Let's see what this guy is trying to do.

Dong Mian pulled Fu Honghui into the military camp and actually asked him for advice on transporting grain and fodder.

Fu Honghui usually talked to him while observing Dong Mian.

Although Dong Mian pretended to be humble and willing to learn, his eyes were wandering and his mind was absent-minded, and it was obvious that he was not interested in learning.

Fu Honghui couldn't guess Dong Mian's real intention, so he remained calm.

The two talked until late at night. Dong Mian's tent was far away, so they slept in the military officer's tent as they had discussed before.

There was only a simple little bed in Fu Honghui's tent. He originally wanted Dong Mian to sleep on the bed while he would sleep on the floor. However, Dong Mian refused firmly and said many polite words, which made Fu Honghui feel a little embarrassed.

In the end, he couldn't persuade Dong Mian, so he made him spread a reed mat near the door and sleep on the ground.

Not long after, Dong Mian heard Fu Honghui's snoring coming from the bed. He opened his eyes, stood up carefully, and walked to Fu Honghui's side.

"Brother Fu, Brother Fu?" He called out softly twice.

Fu Honghui turned over and his snoring became even louder.

Dong Mian breathed a sigh of relief and quietly walked out of the tent.

After about an incense stick of time, Dong Mian came back quietly.

He came to Fu Honghui again to check on him, and saw that he was drooling while sleeping, so he knew that his plan had succeeded.

In the dim light, Dong Mian showed a sinister smile, with hatred flashing in his eyes.

Today, I was in imminent danger, but the old man actually abandoned me and ran away with that Gu Chaoyang...

Damn it, everyone here deserves to die!

If you are unkind, don't blame me for being unjust!

…

The next morning, it was just dawn.

Fu Honghui sat up from the bed and saw Dong Mian still lying on the reed mat at the door, so he walked over and called out:

"Young Master, wake up, we will gather soon."

Dong Mian then opened his eyes dazedly and said:

"Oh, look at me... I'm sleeping so soundly."

Fu Honghui was also a little sleepy, patted him and said:

"It's okay, if you're still sleepy, come to my bed and take a nap.

I'm going to pee."

After saying that, he walked out.

The moment he left the tent, the sleepiness on Fu Honghui's face suddenly disappeared. He glanced back at Dong Mian in the tent inconspicuously and strode towards Gu Chaoyang's tent.

Soon, after listening to Fu Honghui's story, Gu Chaoyang frowned slightly and said:

"You mean, he went to the Fire Army last night?"

Fu Honghui nodded, stroking the stubble on his chin and said:

"My tent is closest to the camp of the Fire Army. I guess... this guy suddenly came to stay at my place yesterday just for this."

Gu Chaoyang asked:

"Did you see what he did there?"

Fu Honghui shook his head.

“I was afraid of being discovered, so I didn’t follow too closely and waited outside.

The boy was in there for about an incense stick of time, and when I saw him come out, I quickly went back and pretended to be asleep to avoid him getting suspicious."

Seeing Gu Chaoyang deep in thought, Fu Honghui couldn't help but say:

"The firemen are in charge of the food for the entire army. Do you think this guy would be blinded by his greed and dare to tamper with the food of the army?"

"If he really dares to do this, he is really crazy." Gu Chaoyang murmured, a little unsure for a moment.

He raised his head and said to Honghui:

"It's not time for dinner yet. Let's go check out the Fire Army first!"