In the largest tent in the middle of the military camp, Yang Hanmo was discussing with several staff officers. The atmosphere was gloomy and heavy.
Suddenly, a soldier ran over and said, "Your Majesty, a deputy from the Golden Scale Guard has arrived with unknown intentions and requests to see you."
"How many of them are there?"
Yang Hanmo frowned. Golden Scale Guard? A hint of joy flashed through his eyes.
Could it be that the emperor finally saw his letter and sent people to thoroughly investigate those corrupt officials in Taiyi City?
"Only one person."
Hearing the soldier's answer, Yang Hanmo couldn't help but wonder, there was only one answer, could it be a vanguard? Or was it here to verify the situation?
Never mind, you’ll know when you see it.
"Bring it here."
"yes."
Under the escort (surveillance) of a group of soldiers, Lin Xiaoman entered the camp, and then could only say, this place is really shabby.
There were not many decent tents, most of them were makeshift straw huts, and the soldiers were all pale and thin, looking listless, without any aura at all.
It seems that they have been stationed here for quite some time.
Coming to a relatively formal large tent, Lin Xiaoman walked in confidently.
It was obviously a meeting tent, but the conditions were rather simple, with only one chair and a table. Several people who looked like generals stood on both sides, and Yang Hanmo, dressed in military uniform, sat in the middle.
The conditions in Tongzhou were obviously very difficult. The delicate young boy in my memory had now become rough and worn down. However, the royal genes were excellent after all. Even with a beard, you could tell he was a handsome guy just by looking at his black eyes like cold stars.
He could still vaguely see some of his youthful appearance, and Lin Xiaoman was immediately certain that this was his adopted brother.
But she was only 11 years old at the time, not to mention she was wearing makeup now, so this person obviously didn't recognize her.
"Your humble servant, Yuan Xiang, the deputy officer of the Golden Scale Guard, pays homage to King Mo." Lin Xiaoman saluted in a proper manner, and after a serious pretending, he showed his badge.
That's how it was in ancient times. Although a person's name was engraved on the waist badge, who knew if she was Yuan Xiang? There was no portrait anyway, so it was very easy to impersonate someone else.
"No need for formalities." After taking a glance at the badge that symbolized his identity, Yang Hanmo was fooled. With his keen eyesight, he could confirm that it was really just the deputy of Jinlin Guard.
"What brings Yuan Chenshi to Taiyi Prefecture?"
"Your Majesty, this fact is confidential."
With just one look from Lin Xiaoman, Yang Hanmo understood that she wanted to send the people around her away.
After pondering for a moment, Yang Hanmo waved his hand and looked at the few people, "You all go down."
The few people who were named by the gaze respectfully took their leave. Soon, there were only four people left in the tent. In addition to the brother and sister, there were two people standing on both sides of Yang Hanmo, one on the left and one on the right. They were obviously bodyguards.
"This is my confidant, there's no problem." After explaining, Yang Hanmo wondered what the secret was and signaled Lin Xiaoman to tell him.
Looking at the two bodyguards who were motionless, their ears and noses watching their hearts, since Yang Hanmo said they were his own, Lin Xiaoman didn't hesitate and spoke on the spot, switching to his own voice, "Brother, I'm Xiao Shiqi, Xiao Xi!"
The male voice turned into a female voice. Yang Hanmo was startled and then froze, staring at the person with wide eyes in disbelief, "Xiao Xi?"
Yang Hanmo opened his mouth, his jaw almost dropping in surprise.
This, this...
Was he too tired and fell asleep accidentally, and is he dreaming now?
The two expressionless bodyguards also had a look of surprise on their faces.
"Yes, it's me. Look! This is the wallet I gave you when you left the capital. One for you and one for me." Lin Xiaoman took out the token that he had prepared long ago.
As soon as Yang Hanmo saw the poorly embroidered, ugly sachet wallet, his eyes turned strange. He pointed at the person without thinking, "Xiao Xi, how did you become like this?"
I haven't seen the little girl for a few years. The originally cute little girl has become so rough and ugly.
"I'm covered in dust." Lin Xiaoman pointed at his face and complained aggrievedly, "The roads are full of refugees. I want to be white and tender, or I won't be eaten!"
When entering a refugee camp, she naturally had to pretend to be a refugee herself, otherwise she would be attacked by everyone. Although she was a skilled warrior, she could not withstand thousands of refugees!
When survival is not guaranteed, people can go crazy to the extreme just for a bite to eat.
"Oh oh." Yang Hanmo came back to his senses and realized that this was a 'disguise'. After confirming that it was really his sister, a lot of questions popped up again, "Xiao Xi, aren't you in the capital?"
"Brother, my father married me to Prince Qing, and then that bastard Prince Qing faked his own death and rebelled. Did you know that?"
"I heard about it." Yang Hanmo nodded. "I heard that Su Beici occupied Yuzhou, Mingzhou, and Chuzhou, plus his fiefdom Chuzhou. The four states were merged and the country was named Beiqing."
This is a blatant act of secession and rebellion! Ugh, you bastard!
Lin Xiaoman cursed inwardly, then continued, "My heartless father sent me to Huangxuan Temple. I can't make ends meet anymore, so I came to you for help."
Hearing this, and looking at Lin Xiaoman's sparkling eyes, Yang Hanmo felt embarrassed. He sighed helplessly and said with a sad face, "Although I am free here, Tongzhou is in chaos now. The conditions here are much worse than those of Huangxuan Temple."
At least he has food and drink in Huangxuan Temple, but here, if he fails to take Taiyi City, he will soon run out of food. If he loses power by then, what will happen to his sister... Oh, wait.
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