The eldest son of the red mansion

Arslen Khan still came up with a way, which was to take advantage of his own numbers, form a team of 500 cavalry, and the distance between each team should not exceed five miles. The net is in this net.

But in Jia Keying, because the battle was very smooth at the beginning, he became careless and did not pay attention to the tactics of the Tatars. Seeing that there were only 500 Tatars, he thought that they could be defeated in a short time, and the battle ended. Just halfway through, thousands of people from all directions came to support. Jia Ke realized that the situation was not good, and immediately led people back, but it was too late.

In the end, relying on Jia Ke's bravery, he waved Fang Tian's painted halberd to open the way ahead, leading the cavalry to fight a bloody road, but this time they lost nearly 100 people, and the bodies of these 100 people were not snatched. This is the biggest loss he has suffered since chasing the Tatars.

After that, Jia Ke only dared to lead the team to roam around the Tatars. When they encountered Tatars, they only launched an attack and retreated immediately after the fight to prevent being surrounded like last time.

In this way, the people led by Jia Ke kept looking for opportunities around the Tatars.But later results were less and less.When the Tatars were about to reach Zhangbei (the gathering place of the Tatars in the north), Jia Ke thought that this time, the pursuit could be over.

Although if the pursuit continues, even greater results may be produced. After all, the Zhangbei Tatars have a lot of spoils and slaves.But the weather is already very cold, and they are now on the grassland without any shelter.If the pursuit continues, I am afraid that he will be frozen to death on the grassland.

So Jia Ke prepared to withdraw his troops back to Kaipingwei on the seventh day of chasing the Tatars. This time, Jia Ke attacked and achieved rich results, killing nearly [-] people.A large amount of supplies from the Tatars was also seized, including nearly [-] horses, and about [-] to [-] heads of various cattle and sheep.These livestock were all raised in a small valley by Jia Ke, leaving a dozen soldiers to guard them.

Although Jia Ke wanted to withdraw his troops, it was Arslen Khan's turn to harass him non-stop.

Arslen Khan now sends out nearly ten times as many scouts as before. Although Jia Ke's actions are concealed, under the constant search of so many scouts, he is still discovered by the Tatars from time to time. Found.

So another pursuit battle began, but this time the situation was reversed. The Tatars took advantage of their large number of cavalry and surrounded them from all directions. In order not to increase additional casualties to the troops, Jia Ke tried to avoid being attacked by the Tatars. When a battle broke out, he took advantage of their small number, easy concealment, and many horses to retreat quickly, so he kept getting rid of the Tatars' roundup.

Moreover, Jia Ke tried to march at night, use the stars in the sky to identify the direction, retreat to Kaipingwei, and find a place to hide and rest during the day.

When marching at night, they would sneak up on the Tatars from time to time.In this way, the two sides entangled for another three days. Both the Tatars and Jia Ke's troops were now exhausted.Both sides are waiting for a reasonable reason to disengage.The reason came soon. It began to snow on the grassland. Although it was only the first snow in early winter, it was not heavy.But the weather became colder. Bayar, who was in charge of the Tatar pursuit, felt that it was no longer suitable to continue fighting, so he led the troops back. Jia Ke did not make any further harassment this time, and the two sides officially disengaged.

It was only on the third day after Jia Ke broke away from the Tatars that he reached the small valley where the supplies were stored.Since the valley is surrounded by cliffs on all sides, there is a way to get in and out.Therefore, the temperature in the valley is still relatively mild, and the grass in it is still green, and the livestock in the valley do not have to worry about food.

Jia Ke watched in the valley, the countless cows, horses and lambs, very satisfied with the harvest this time, but he also reflected on himself. During this battle, for a while, he was too complacent and his vigilance was very lax, so it caused Almost besieged, also in that battle, lost nearly 100 men.This made Jia Ke remember not to lose vigilance at any time on the battlefield, even the weakest enemy may become a ferocious beast.

However, Jia Ke was very satisfied with the battle exchange ratio this time. They eliminated the enemy whose casualties were at least ten times their own, which can be said to be a big victory.Although it is impossible to bring back human heads, there are so many horses, cattle and sheep.It is enough to show his military exploits.

And these cattle, sheep and horses can not only provide compensation for the dead and wounded soldiers, but also allow Kaipingwei to have a good year.

As the coach of Kaipingwei, Jia Ke can also get a lot of benefits from it.

Chapter 117 The Return

Jia Ke took the remaining 400 people, drove countless horses, cattle and sheep, and withdrew in the direction of Kaipingwei.When they went there, they packed lightly, and it took more than ten days to fight one after another. When they retreated, they took a longer time because they drove a large number of livestock. After more than 20 days, they were nearly fifty miles north of Kaiping Road. At the place, I met soldiers patrolling Kaiping Guards.

Only then did Jia Ke relax a little.In the past month, Jia Ke has not been relaxed for a moment on the grassland, always vigilant and careful every night.This allowed him to come and go freely among the countless Tatars with hundreds of people.His mental exhaustion is beyond the comprehension of outsiders. Now he can fully understand Zhuge Liang’s untimely death that year. He couldn’t bear it after only one month, but Zhuge Liang lived on for more than 20 years. who dies.

When Jia Ke returned to Kaipingwei with his troops, Huang Bofeng had already greeted him at the gate with all the civil and military officials.

Looking at the countless livestock in the team, everyone understood that Jia Ke had won a big victory this time.

Jia Ke brought the cavalry back to the city, and then gave them three days off to let them have a good rest and relieve the tension on the battlefield.

But when Jia Ke returned to his Qianhu Mansion, he met a few unexpected people. The leader was Lin Zhixiao, followed by Chuncao and Qiaolian. Jia Ke was completely unprepared for their arrival.

But in front of so many people, it's not easy to ask immediately, after sending Huang Baifeng and Feng Mo home.He just met Lin Zhixiao in the study.

Lin Jiake's filial piety saw Jia Ke in the study, and knelt down to salute him, "Master, I have been here for half a year, and I haven't sent a letter to my family, but I miss the servants to death."

Jia Ke shook his head and smiled at Lin Zhixiao, "You, this mouth is getting more and more slippery. Get up, how long are you going to kneel?"

Seeing Lin Zhixiao get up, he continued to ask: "When did you arrive at Kaipingwei, and why did you bring Chuncao and Qiaolian?"

Although Lin Zhixiao stood up, he still half bowed his body, and answered Jia Ke's question, "Master, we came seven days ago and heard the news that you went after the Tatars. I was worried for a while. And Chuncao You and Qiaolian were sent by Aunt Zhou, I was worried that no one would take care of you outside."

Jia Ke didn't know what was going on with Lin Zhixiao's visit this time, so she asked, "What is there to do this time?"

"Grandpa, I am here to deliver a letter to you at the master's order. The master has repeatedly instructed you to do what you say in the letter, and don't act on your will." Lin Zhixiao took out a letter from his bosom and handed it to you with both hands. Jacques.

Jia Ke took the letter and opened it in front of Lin Zhixiao.The above are all the instructions Jia Zheng gave him, as well as the results of the handling of Wang Tao's matter.

The general content is that Wang Tao sent people through Wang Ziteng's door.Wang Ziteng went to Jia's mansion to discuss with Jia Zheng in person, asking Jia Zheng to forgive him and not to pursue Wang Tao's fault.Of course, as compensation, this time Jia Ke has made great contributions, so he will naturally be rewarded. He has decided to upgrade Kaiping Guard to Kaiping Town, and Jia Ke has been promoted to the defense of Kaiping Town with his military achievements these few times, and he is in charge of 1 troops. Defend against the Tartars.

After Jia Ke read the letter, she thought about it carefully. Wang Tao had given in this time, and even leaned on Wang Ziteng. For Wang Ziteng's sake, the Jia family should not pursue too much.After all, among the four major families in Jinling, Wang Ziteng is now the leader.Moreover, the four major families are intertwined and intermarried with each other, which is almost one body.They can't dismantle Wang Ziteng's platform.Besides, this time, I also got benefits.From a sixth-rank Qianhu to a fourth-rank guard, this is a four-level promotion, and it can be regarded as a single town.It seemed that this was the only way to go.As for the future, it can only be decided according to the situation.

Jia Ke's reaction to Wang Tao can be said to be admirable. He had just made a rescue on his side, and Wang Tao's side had already thought out the way to retreat. No wonder he was able to take the position of Jiedushi.

This time, Jia Ke had a high opinion of Wang Tao. Wang Tao's ability to rely on Wang Ziteng was all due to Gao Hong's mediation.

Since Gao Hong left Xuanfu Town that day, he hurried all the way to the capital. Since he had no connections and no one to recommend him, he just sent a post. If he wanted to wait for Wang Ziteng to meet him, he might not know how long he would have to wait.So he stayed in the store first, and then inquired about Wang Ziteng's family to see if he could find another way. Sure enough, he found out that Wang Ziteng had only one prostitute, and she was engaged to the son of Baoninghou.Now the Wang family is preparing the dowry everywhere for her, so Gao Hong made a plan and bought a pair of huanghuali carved phoenix and peony three-screen mirror stand with a lot of money. This mirror stand is worth several thousand taels of silver.

And take it out to show off everywhere, this mirror stage is indeed rare.It is carved from a whole piece of huanghuali wood, with various phoenixes and peonies carved on it.There are two doors facing each other, several drawers inside the door, fences on all sides, a gap in the front, three small screens erected inside the rear side fence, side fans folded in front, and a diorama placed in the middle.It is also inlaid with various gemstones such as emeralds, agates, and lapis lazuli.It is really rare in the world.This mirror stand alone is enough for ordinary people to eat for several lifetimes.

Wang Gui, the steward of the Wang family, was ordered by his wife to prepare a dowry for the young lady these days.He heard that Gao Hong had a mirror stand, which was a rare treasure. In order to show his merits to his wife, he came to Gao Hong to buy this treasure.

When Gao Hong saw the steward of the palace come to buy this treasure, he looked embarrassed and said to him: "It's because I don't know how to praise, this treasure is not mine. So I dare not make decisions without authorization."

Wang Gui'er said puzzledly, "If it's not yours, why is it in your hands?"

Gao Hong sighed, and said: "It's just because my master made some small mistakes this time, so he ordered me to bring money and jewelry. I came to the capital to find a way, so that the matter can be settled, but it's a pity that I came to the capital, and I don't know the place well. , and there is no way out. That’s why it’s been delayed until now.”

Wang Gui works as a housekeeper in Wang Ziteng's house, and he is extremely shrewd, even his eyebrows are empty.Hearing what he said, I understood what he meant.This is to climb up to Wang Ziteng, but there is no way out, so he performed this play, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

Gao Hong, look at Wang Gui's face, you can tell that he already understands everything.So he took out a few silver bills from his sleeve, stuffed them secretly into Wang Gui's hands, and then said to Wang Gui with a low eyebrow, "Who is the big housekeeper? Naturally, my little tricks can't hide the big housekeeper's eyes. The big housekeeper recommended me so that I could complete the master's instructions."

Wang Gui received the money, then sat on the chair and asked slowly: "Who is your master? What do you want to do? You explain clearly, so I can answer our master and see if he sees you."

Gao Hong saw that the matter was sensible, stood beside Wang Gui, and said respectfully: "Our master is the Jiedu envoy of Xuanfu Town, this time he was deceived by an adulterer and made a small mistake on the battlefield. Mr. Wang talked about the photo, and brought a student post, and asked me to give it to Mr. Wang."

When Wang Gui heard this, he immediately became serious. You must know that although the Jiedu Envoy of Xuanfu Town is not a high-ranking official in his eyes, he is a high-level official after all. There must be something important in it, how could he dare to agree immediately.

Wang Gui sat there contemplating for a while, and then said to Zhou Hong: "I don't want to know at all what you want to do with our master, but I can help you through it, so that our master can see you, and I can only do it." to these."

Chapter 118

Gao Hong was overjoyed to hear his words, but he had no way to meet Wang Ziteng.As long as I saw Wang Ziteng, everything else was trivial, so I thanked Wang Gui repeatedly.

So the two chatted for a while, and Gao Hong explained the general story to Wang Gui. Of course, he only said how hateful Xu Hu was and how innocent Wang Tao was, so Wang Gui had something to say in front of Wang Ziteng.Wang Gui listened to him with a smile, but he didn't fully believe what he said, but since he took money from him, he took it as the truth.Seeing that Gao Hong had finished speaking, he stood up and said goodbye.

Gao Hong hurriedly stopped him, and said: "Master, please go slowly, I still have a gift for my wife." Then he asked someone to take out the huanghuali carved phoenix wearing a peony three-screen mirror stand, and took it out in front of Wang Gui. side back into the box.Let Wang Gui take it back to the mansion and give it to his wife.

When Wang Gui saw this mirror stand, he was really extraordinary. He had seen many good things in the Wang family for so many years, but if he only talked about the mirror stand, there was nothing comparable to it.Taking it back now can be regarded as an explanation to the madam. If the madam says a few nice words next to her, what's the point?

Sure enough, three days later, Gao Hong received a notice from Wang Gui, asking him to meet Wang Ziteng at night.

In the evening, Gao Hong came to the gate of the palace, and saw Wang Gui waiting for him there, so the two entered through the corner gate, and then passed through the third and fifth courtyards, and arrived at Wang Ziteng's outer study, Wang Gui asked Gao Hong to wait outside the door, Go in and report.

After a while Wang Gui came out and asked him to go in to meet Wang Ziteng, but he waited outside the door instead of entering the study.

Gao Hong entered the study room, and saw a middle-aged man sitting behind the desk. He was simple in appearance and deep in temperament, and when he sat there, he rushed towards him with majesty.Comparing this person with Wang Tao is like comparing Fanxing with Haoyue.

Gao Hong knew that Wang Ziteng was in front of him, so he quickly went up and bowed to salute, "Little man, Xuanfu Zhenjun's sacrificial wine Gao Hong pays homage to Lord Wang."

Wang Ziteng was not as unattainable as he thought, but said to him gently: "This is a home, so please sit down quickly."

Gao Hong did not refuse, and said, "Sit down".He sat gently on the chair next to him.