vstars Chapter 367: Zhao Kun is going to marry the princess?
Chapter 367: Zhao Kun is going to marry the princess?
The fifth day of the first lunar month is also the beginning of spring, the first of the 24 solar terms.
On this day, the weather was not good and it was drizzling.
However, the entire city of Handan was shrouded in a joyous atmosphere.
Inside and outside the city, in the streets and alleys, there are big red "囍" characters pasted all over the streets.
Because this day is the auspicious day for Zhao Kun, the son of the largest local family, Zhao family, to get married.
The wife he married was Princess Baili, who was of noble status and stunning beauty.
On that day, the entire Zhao Mansion was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and bright red silk embroidered with the Chinese character for "happiness" hung from every pillar.
Big red lanterns with the word "happiness" on them were hung high up, reflecting the joyous atmosphere in the mansion.
The servants in the mansion were all dressed in festive red dresses and were busy shuttling around in every corner.
Zhao Kun, wearing a bright red wedding dress, was riding on a tall horse at the moment, with a smug look on his face.
The musicians around him were playing cheerful tunes very hard.
There were a few children in front, chasing and playing, and bursts of laughter could be heard from time to time.
Everything is so festive, harmonious and natural.
This made Zhao Kun a little addicted and felt as happy as if he were bathed in the spring breeze.
But then he thought about the arrangement made by the second young master Ying Jie.
The smile on his face couldn't help but froze slightly.
In fact, he was very much against someone causing trouble at his wedding.
In particular, it will bring blood and killing.
It’s a pity that it’s not yet his turn to be the head of the Zhao family.
However, even if he could be in charge, the final result would probably still be the same.
After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to seize power.
If you miss this village, you will never see this store again.
Alas, the situation is stronger than us, and we have no control over it!
Zhao Kun sighed sadly in his heart.
Immediately, he closed his eyes again and spoke silently.
"Bai Li, I'm sorry. I didn't want to do this, but I had no choice. But don't worry, I will definitely treat you twice as well and make you the happiest woman in the world!"
Zhao Kun repeated this to himself several times.
The guilt he felt towards Bai Li was also greatly reduced.
suddenly!
He felt something strange.
He looked over suddenly.
I saw a familiar figure walking towards me.
"Brother Zhao, congratulations on your wedding!"
Zhao Kun asked, "Jin Yuanlang? Aren't you guarding Hukou Pass? Why are you back in Handan?"
Jin Yuanlang said, "Brother Zhao, you are getting married today. I must come back in person to congratulate you and show my sincerity!"
Zhao Kun found Jin Yuanlang's words very helpful.
"Brother Jin, Hukou Pass is the gateway to Handan. It is of paramount importance. We must not allow any mistakes!"
Jin Yuanlang said, "Brother Zhao, you haven't been to Hukou Pass, right? It's one of the eight paths in Taihang Mountain, a naturally dangerous pass. Just 1,000 men stationed there are enough to hold off an army of 100,000, rendering them unable to advance!"
"What's more, Xiao Tiangui's main force is currently stationed in Yecheng, south of the Zhang River. As for the new army from the imperial court, that damn Tiance Guard is still busy repairing the plank road!"
"Also, to be on the safe side, I have Qiu Jiyong lead 2,500 men to guard there to ensure that nothing goes wrong."
When Zhao Kun heard what Jin Yuanlang said, he felt that it made sense, so he nodded in agreement.
Without waiting for him to think carefully, Jin Yuanlang clapped his hands vigorously.
Soon, dozens of personal soldiers came over one after another, carrying more than a dozen large boxes.
Zhao Kun was confused and asked, "Brother Jin, what are these?"
Jin Yuanlang smiled and said, "There's a rampant bandit problem over at Hukou Pass. I recently led some people to wipe out some bandit camps. These things were looted from their lair."
"Although they are not valuable items, they are novelties. Even if they are just a small gift from me to congratulate you on your wedding, I hope you don't mind, Brother Zhao!"
After saying that, he clapped his hands again, signaling his guards to open the box.
The guard understood and prepared to step forward to open the box.
As soon as the first box was opened, a golden light appeared.
Anyone who is not blind can guess what those are.
Seeing this scene, he was overjoyed.
But due to image concerns, this happened in public, which had a really bad impact.
Therefore, as soon as the first box was partially opened, he quickly spoke out to stop it.
"Brother Jin, there's no need to open them one by one. Just carry them all to the backyard first!"
Upon hearing this, Jin Yuanlang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He quickly shouted to his guards, "What are you all still standing there for? Didn't you hear what the groom said? Hurry and carry all these gifts to the backyard. Don't block the way here and delay the auspicious time for the wedding!"
Upon hearing this, the bodyguards began to work in a hurry.
Zhao Kun had no doubt about this.
He also took it for granted that Jin Yuanlang really wanted to improve!
However, this guy is really a talent.
In such a bitter and cold place like Hukou Pass, he was able to plunder so many valuable things.
Moreover, it is also a strategic location.
This can indeed be used as an opportunity to promote Jin Yuanlang.
Then, arrange for people from the Zhao family to go in and take over Hukou Pass.
Jin Yuanlang exchanged a few more pleasantries with Zhao Kun, then said with a smile, "Brother Zhao, the auspicious time is almost here. You should go and welcome your bride. I haven't been home for half a year, so I'd like to take this opportunity to go back and visit!"
Zhao Kun also had a smug smile on his face and said, "Brother Jin, then you can go back first. Remember to come to the wedding later!"
After a while, he suddenly thought of something and reminded.
"Brother Jin, you can come to the wedding banquet by yourself later. Don't bring the children with you. There will be too many people around to avoid any accidents!"
Hearing Zhao Kun's sudden and incoherent words, Jin Yuanlang hurriedly agreed.
He narrowed his eyes slightly and watched Zhao Kun's figure gradually walk away in a joyous atmosphere.
At the same time, he couldn't help but feel suspicious.
Generally speaking, since it is a grand wedding, it must be lively.
What's more, this is the Zhao Mansion. Even if there are many people around, no accidents will happen.
unless……
Someone is deliberately creating an accident!
Thinking of this, Jin Yuanlang narrowed his eyes slightly and looked around inadvertently, looking thoughtful.
Jin Yuanlang, accompanied by his personal soldiers, carried the box and walked towards the Zhao family's backyard.
On the way, I met an old acquaintance.
Military Advisor, Pang Wei!
This man came from a poor family, but he was quite talented and was trusted by King Zhao Yingguang.
However, after King Ying Guang of Zhao died, his voice as the military advisor declined at a visible rate.
In fact, don’t even mention him.
Even if it was Prince Ying Qi, without the powerful backing of King Zhao, his words would not be as effective as before in Zhao County.
Pang Wei was also quite surprised to see Jin Yuanlang come back.
"Jin Yuanlang, weren't you guarding Hukou Pass? Why are you back?"
Jin Yuanlang looked indignant and said, "It's already the beginning of spring. I'm taking advantage of Mr. Zhao's wedding day to come back to show my filial piety to my parents and see my wife and children. What's wrong with that?"
Pang Wei was a little angry and said, "Jin Yuanlang, you are a border guard. You are not allowed to leave without permission. You are deserting your post!"
When Jin Yuanlang heard Pang Wei put such a big accusation on him right away, he looked a little unhappy.
"Why, Mr. Pang is still going to charge me with desertion?"
"I just don't know what crime someone, as the military advisor, should be held responsible for causing the death of the lord and nearly annihilating an army of 300,000."
Pang Wei was speechless on the spot, and his old face turned red in an instant.
He wanted to retort, but when the words came to his lips, they felt like a lump in his throat.
No matter what we say now, it will be pale and powerless, and it will not change the outcome of the lord's death and the annihilation of the entire army.
Thinking of this, Pang Wei swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue, and finally turned them into a sigh of regret.
Although the King of Zhao died and the 300,000-strong army was almost wiped out, the main responsibility did not lie with him, the military advisor.
But as the most trusted military advisor to King Zhao, he naturally could not escape the blame.
Jin Yuanlang watched Pang Wei leave again, then he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Although he spoke arrogantly.
But deep down, he was a little afraid of this military advisor.
I was afraid that the other party had sharp eyes and would see some clues.
The box he sent as a gift, except for a small part, was made of yellow and white things used for disguise.
The rest are all black things.
Li Changsheng once told him that the thing was called a thunder bomb.
He had also personally seen the power of the thunder bomb, which was indeed very terrifying.
If all the bombs in these twenty boxes were ignited.
It's enough to blow all the participants in today's meeting to the sky...