Seeing Chen Xiaobei still in a daze, Chen Dayong continued with a smile, "Brother Xiaobei, if it were me, I would have no way to kill someone from such a distance."
Unintentional in speech, but attentive in hearing, Chen Xiaobei thought to himself that killing from such a distance was impossible, and there must be a way.
Who knew if he would encounter the same situation, either being killed or killing someone?
After descending the steep slope, everyone busied themselves with setting up camp for the night in the woods. Chen Xiaobei leaned against a tree, deep in thought.
If he had to complete such a mission, what method would he use? No guns, no cannons.
He definitely couldn't pull a strong bow or a hard crossbow.
He couldn't just make two landmines and bury them, could he?
Suddenly, he slapped his head. Don't say landmines, that was still a method. He once remembered watching a movie where landmines were used to kill enemies. There were stone mines, iron mines, and all sorts of them. Anything you could think of, and couldn't think of, he could make. Sudan Novel Network.
Yes, having finally created gunpowder, it couldn't just be for communication, could it? After all, from the Tang and Song dynasties onwards, gunpowder was also applied in warfare.
Making two landmines for himself, wasn't that too much?
With this realization, Chen Xiaobei's mood improved considerably. With gunpowder came infinite possibilities. His village guards couldn't fight, so they had to come up with some unconventional ways to protect the village.
Just then, Liu Rumei also arrived at Qingniu County Town.
The inn where Taiping Zhenren stayed was a secret liaison point for their Liu family and was normally not used.
Apart from Liu Rumei and Liu Ce, the rest of the Liu family members did not know they had such a location in the county town.
Liu Rumei entered through the back door. The young attendant, without a word, led her to the east courtyard.
Only one room in the east courtyard had a light on. Liu Rumei stepped forward and knocked lightly twice.
A burst of laughter came from the room, "Miss Liu, please come in."
After Liu Rumei entered, she bowed and said, "Rumei pays respects to the elder."
Taiping Zhenren smiled slightly, "Alright, no need for formalities. Before I came, His Highness the Crown Prince specifically instructed me to send you his regards."
Liu Rumei bowed again to express her gratitude.
Taiping Zhenren looked at Laifu.
"Laifu, you go and watch outside. I have some matters to discuss with Miss Liu."
Liu Rumei looked at Laifu with surprise, then at Taiping Zhenren, "Elder, did you two come alone?"
Taiping Zhenren smiled slightly, "Yes, I had someone to drive the carriage for me. It didn't delay my sleep in the carriage."
Liu Rumei instantly gave him a thumbs up. Truly a daring move, bringing only one person, and being so inconspicuous.
Therefore, even if the Grand Tutor wanted to intercept them halfway, he definitely wouldn't have imagined that Taiping Zhenren would dare to travel thousands of miles to Qingniu County with just one carriage and one driver.
Liu Rumei opened the map she carried and briefly explained the situation of Qingniu Mountain to Taiping Zhenren.
Taiping Zhenren nodded after looking at it.
"To get a clear view of the entire dragon脉, we must ascend to the summit. Arrange it, we need to be quick."
Liu Rumei clasped her fists again, "Elder, just yesterday I received news that Sima Wushuang has also arrived in Qingniu County. They are also after the dragon脉."
Taiping Zhenren smiled slightly, "The number one swordsman in the Central Plains, is it?"
"Elder, I boldly conjecture that the Peak Daoist might also come."
Hearing this, Taiping Zhenren's smile became somewhat strained.
"It's nothing, nothing. Those who should come will come sooner or later." However, his words carried a hint of helplessness.
Liu Rumei understood that Taiping Zhenren's biggest weakness was his slightly inferior martial arts.
Therefore, he could still bluster about a swordsman from the Central Plains. If another Peak Daoist were added, the situation would not be so optimistic.
"Elder, please stay here for two days. I have already ordered people to investigate Qingniu Mountain. It won't be too late for us to act after we figure out their movements."
Taiping Zhenren nodded, "Alright. Before I came, His Highness the Crown Prince said that I should follow your arrangements in everything."
"Elder, I have made thorough arrangements for this inn. Please rest assured and stay here."
With that, Liu Rumei bowed and withdrew.
Leaving the inn, Liu Rumei quietly headed towards her home.
Meanwhile, in the reception hall, Ma Biao and Liu Ce were also waiting anxiously. They knew Liu Rumei would definitely come tonight.
Seeing Liu Rumei, a hint of relief finally appeared on their faces.
Just as they were about to step forward to pay their respects, Liu Rumei waved her hand, "Alright, no need for pleasantries. Let's get straight to the point."
"Now, it can be confirmed that Sima Wushuang has arrived in Qingniu County. I have dispatched people to Qingniu Mountain to investigate the specific situation, but our current disadvantage is that we no longer have an inside informant. All information must be gathered by ourselves."
"Miss, why are you so sure?" Liu Ce was clearly a little confused.
Liu Rumei looked at him, "I have reliable news that Sun Jian has reappeared in Qingniu County Town."
"If Sima Wushuang and his party are coming, they will need a guide, and Sun Jian is the most suitable candidate."
Hearing her analysis, both of them nodded in unison.
"Miss, if Sun Jian is added, the situation will be even more unfavorable to me. Sun Jian is too familiar with Qingniu Mountain."
Liu Rumei's expression turned serious, "What you're saying is not the crucial point. The key is that we are still holding many of Sun Jian's subordinates in Hetou Village. If these people are released, the people of Hetou Village will likely suffer."
Ma Biao's expression turned stern, "Miss, why don't we just..."
Liu Rumei shook her head, "No, if rumors of indiscriminate killing spread, it would put His Highness the Crown Prince in a difficult position."
"Then what should we do?"
"I have thought of a way. Tomorrow night, you will arrange for people to secretly take them away from Hetou Village."
"But, where can they go?"
"To Centipede Ridge. The bandits there have all been wiped out, and it's deserted. Leave a few people there to guard them."
"Excellent idea, excellent idea! It would be even better to let Yang Zhi and his men guard these people. It's killing two birds with one stone," Liu Ce immediately agreed.
Liu Rumei nodded, "That's fine too. Yang Zhi is, after all, working for money. If he were to be swayed, we would be in a passive position. Sending him to Centipede Ridge is a safe arrangement."
The next morning, Hetou Village became busy again.
People delivering apples, vegetables, and going to school, a scene full of vitality.
Cui Hongyu again entrusted Chen Qiao'er to her second aunt, Xiu Mei. She then drove the carriage with Xiao Qing to the county town to deliver vegetables and apples again.
At this time, Cui Dana also arrived in the county town with excitement.
Cui Dana still went directly to find the scribe, Mao You.
Seeing Cui Dana, Mao You appeared very enthusiastic, "Oh, Country Gentleman Cui, what wind brings you here? Please sit, please sit. Someone, serve tea."