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Although the tunnel is not flat enough, it can accommodate a dozen people walking side by side.

As soon as Jiang Yuzhu thought about it, she knew that it was not the cashier who had a conscience, but that he was making money for transporting goods. The place was too tight and narrow, and even the cart could not fit in it.

Thanks to Jiang Yuzhu's preparation, she heard that she was rushing in the tunnel, so she asked a carpenter to make a scooter. The uneven ground was uneven, but it took less effort than walking by herself, which was better than nothing.

Xie Zhao pushed the cart with an oil lamp hanging on the handle, which could illuminate the road within a few meters.

"How much do you know about Surabaya City?"

Although they were hundreds of miles away, it was already the enemy's territory. Jiang Yuzhu was confused.

Especially because of the language barrier, and the barbarian hated the people of Daqi deeply, it was safer to pretend to be mute.

"In the previous dynasty, Surabaya City did not belong to the barbarians."

Regarding going deep into the tiger's den, Xie Zhao showed no fear or panic and was emotionally stable. "The previous dynasty was at the end of its rope, the emperor was fatuous, and the barbarians took the opportunity to occupy Surabaya."

"Sishui is easier to defend and harder to attack than the border towns of Daqi. Over the past hundred years, the monarchs of Daqi have tried to take back Surabaya many times, but in vain."

After all, it is the territory of the barbarians. Daqi dialect is banned in the city lord's palace and other places, but among the people, there are not such strict regulations.

After Jiang Yuzhu learned about the history of Surabaya City, she curiously asked: "Do you understand Barbarian language?"

"Just a little bit."

Xie Zhao's reply seemed very modest.

The couple discussed it and kept a low profile when going out.

In order not to reveal the identity, the title is omitted.

The relationship between the two is what others think they are.

However, Xie Zhao couldn't say "Mother" no matter what. He would rather be misunderstood as a pretty boy.

At noon, there was no light in the tunnel, and there were occasional wind noises, which was particularly scary.

Jiang Yuzhu became interested and learned a few barbaric words from Xie Zhao that were useful for daily communication.

When she was tired, she sat on the cart and Xie Zhao continued on with the cart.

The two entered the tunnel before it was closed and saw no other companions along the way.

Jiang Yuzhu noticed that there were some small openings with arched wooden doors on both sides of the tunnel along the way, and asked, "Are these all toilets?"

"No."

Xie Zhao was silent for a moment and said in a calm tone, "They are pretending to be a corpse."

Seeming to see the surprise and confusion in Jiang Yuzhu's eyes, Xie Zhao said warmly: "Most of those who have the courage to go to Surabaya City to do business are desperadoes. It is inevitable that some people will have the intention to kill people and seize treasures."

In the tunnel, two groups of caravans are often seen fighting and snatching goods.

After a human life occurred, in order to transport goods on carts that would not affect the tunnel, the body was thrown into a small hole by default for subsequent disposal.

"Those people have a clear purpose, to rob caravans and money. You and I use visiting relatives as an excuse, so no one will care about them."

The group was looking for money, not killing.

One less thing is worse than one more thing. As long as the other party doesn't mess with him, Xie Zhao doesn't bother to meddle in other people's affairs.

It was a rare opportunity to be alone all day, so the couple chatted while walking.

Xie Zhao didn't talk much, but he always answered Jiang Yuzhu's questions and was very patient.

Judging by the time, it was probably already dark outside.

The couple basically didn't stop and had already passed the people rushing in front of them.

As they passed each other, passersby looked warily, treating Xie Zhao and Jiang Yuzhu as thieves with a tendency to rob.

After walking for a short while, Jiang Yuzhu said with emotion: "It's no wonder that passers-by looked at us as if we were on guard against thieves. Those who stopped to rest were obviously injured."

In other words, there was a robbery in front of the tunnel.

Jiang Yuzhu didn't want to sleep at night and was cautious, so she decided to stop and rest first.

"Alright."

Xie Zhao had no objection, found a slightly wider place, set up the tent, and started a fire skillfully.

Dinner is simple, heated pancakes and braised pork, served with a plate of pickles.

Before Jiang Yuzhu could say anything, she saw a little man stumbling up not far away, running straight towards her and saying enthusiastically: "Auntie!"

Jiang Yuzhu's hand froze in place, and after a while she realized that the other party was calling her.

She had passed by the little man just now, but the man stayed away from her, as if he defined her as a robber.

Is there something fishy about taking the initiative to say hello now?

"Auntie, my nephew Qi Lin is going to Surabaya City to visit relatives. I wonder if I can accompany him?"

Qi Lin came over and showed a flattering smile.

At first, Qi Lin walked alone. After seeing someone injured along the way, he decided to find a companion.

When there are more people, the risk of encountering bad people is reduced.

After observing all the way, we finally decided to find a duo to go with us.

The pockmarked face is about the same age as Qi Lin, and with an aunt, Qi Lin can handle it if the other party has malicious intentions.

Seeing Jiang Yuzhu's surprised expression, Qi Lin scratched his head and said, "My nephew is being abrupt. To show my sincerity, how about my nephew coming to watch tonight?"

Jiang Yuzhu did not express his position, but looked at Xie Zhao.

For the couple, it is advantageous to have someone traveling with them because the goal is much smaller.

"also may."

Xie Zhao poured a cup of tea for his wife and agreed quietly.

After receiving permission, Qi Lin quickly put down the package, pointed at the tent the two had built, and inspected the trolley.

"Brother, aunt, I see you look strange. Is this your first time going to Surabaya City?"

Qi Lin inquired without leaving a trace and guessed the identities of the two.

There seems to be an age difference of more than ten years, but they don't look like mother and son in their movements.

Especially when Qi Lin gave tea to his aunt with a pockmarked face, Qi Lin turned his face away unnaturally, barely even noticing.

"It's the first time."

Jiang Yuzhu thought for a moment. It was too troublesome to lie and then have to cover up the lie in the conversation. She might as well admit that it was her first visit to Surabaya City, and maybe she could get some information from Qilin.

Qi Lin had no doubt about him and quickly believed him: "No wonder my nephew proposed to go with us, and my aunt immediately agreed. She is a kind-hearted person at first glance."

Most people who walk this road have different intentions.

"Of course, except for my nephew. Judging from your kind face, my nephew is definitely not a bad person."

Qi Lin is a talkative person, and after finally getting company, his chatter is not idle.

After a few words, I became familiar with Jiang Yuzhu and Xie Zhao.

"The barbarians in Surabaya City are concentrated in the tribes in the north. Remember to stay away. They like to kill Daqi people to vent their anger."

Qilin paused and smiled bitterly, "My father died in the hands of those beasts."

The hatred between the people of Daqi and the barbarians is irreconcilable.

Qi Lin's family used to be in the fur and medicinal materials business, and his father opened several shops and sold goods to and from Surabaya City.

I went to Surabaya City a few years ago and never came back, and the same was true for my fellow travelers.

"My sister went to inquire for several months before she learned that my father had been killed by a barbarian."

At that time, Qi Lin's sister Qi Ju was in danger, and it was all up to the barbarian men to come to her rescue.

Later, in order to repay her kindness, Qi Ju married into a businessman's family in Surabaya City and now has children.

At first, Qi Ju still wanted to avenge her father. She inquired for a long time and found that the ordinary people of Manzi had no contact with the tribesmen and had no connection at all.

As time goes by, my mind becomes dull.

"My sister is pregnant again and just wants to eat the gourd sticks made by my mother. My mother is not in good health, so I am the only one here to run errands."

Qi Lin also went to Surabaya City to look for business opportunities and make some money before the end of the year.

While chatting, a team of three people came back from the front. The leader was covered in blood. He was holding a machete and said coldly: "Hand over the money you have, so that we can give you a good time!"