The night was shrouded in darkness, and the forest fields were green. While dinner was going on in the small courtyard on the mountainside, snowflakes had already begun to fall from the night.

When the people in the courtyard saw the snowflakes falling, they all restrained themselves slightly. Winter has arrived, and it will snow sooner or later. However, once the snowflakes fall, many problems will become more urgent.

Of course, everyone has come through mountains of corpses, seas of blood, and strong winds and waves. Since the uprising, they have already been aware of many things. The problems they will encounter this year, and even in the next few years, are all

It won't be simple. With such mental preparation, the rest is just a matter of walking and crossing one by one.

Therefore, after the laughter paused for a while, it recovered again. In the scene where the first snow fell, the men chatted about many things to come. In the room where women gathered next door, Xigua held Xiao Ningji and turned to

When she looked out the window, there was some hesitation, but then, the child's waving hands turned into a smile. Su Tan'er looked at her and smiled gently when their eyes met.

As soon as the mountains were blocked by heavy snow and the roads became increasingly difficult to travel, it was imminent for everyone in the Ba Dao Camp to set off southward.

For her, this is also a complicated matter.

However, the complicated things in this courtyard, this valley, this northwest, and this world are not just this small thing.

The dinner gradually passed in a lively and interesting atmosphere. After dinner, Ning Yi saw Qin Shaoqian out and talked about business in a low voice: "The things in the capital have been foreseen for a long time and have little to do with us. But here in the northwest, how to choose

, has become a problem. We have handed over the letter you wrote a long time ago, hoping that Mr. Zhong will listen to it for the sake of Prime Minister Qin. But this time the Western Army still broke camp and went south, and now Wanyan

Chang's troops are blocked halfway and are already fighting. Li Qianshun is coming south to the northwest. Something is really going to happen..."

Qin Shaoqian looked at the snowflakes in the night and shook his hands: "If the Jurchens attack Bianliang, it is impossible to say that Mr. Zhong will send troops to rescue them. Xixia has exploited this loophole well. But on our side, the pace has not yet stabilized, and another

What can we do?" He thought for a while: "The Zhong family army has been dragged to the south, and the Zhe family can only protect themselves. If Li Heng thinks he can take the risk and cooperate with the Western army, we can guard the northwest together at this time. I can go and see him first.

Mr. Zhong, maybe for the sake of his father and brother, he can say a few words."

Ning Yi shook his head: "It's too risky."

After their group came to the northwest, they also hoped for stability in the northwest, but of course, to promote the theory of the demise of the Wu Dynasty, this was what Ning Yi and his group had to do. In the early rebellion, the Wu Ruiying and Luliang cavalry had no momentum in the Wu Dynasty.

Two, but this astonishing power has no stamina and poor resilience. Even if no one dares to challenge it in a year and a half, it will inevitably decline. This temporarily domineering force may actually fall off the cliff at any time.

In the limited time, Ning Yi predicted the Jurchens' southward movement, and at the same time strengthened the foundation of Qingmuzhai, keeping an eye on the situation in the northwest. These were the keys to whether Wurui Camp, a rootless force, could take root.

During the process of guarding Bianliang, Qin Siyuan had a deep friendship with Zhong Shidao. Later, after the guarding battle of Bianliang ended, Zhong Shidao's frustration could be seen because of the Qin family's affairs. This guard

The old people in the northwest have compassion. But after the regicide rebellion, it is basically impossible to maintain the relationship between the two parties with such compassion.

Foreboding the possible danger in the northwest, Ning Yi once asked Qin Shaoqian to compile a letter and send it to Zhong Shidao, hoping that he would focus on the northwest. If the Jurchens go south again, the Western Army should leave enough troops even if it wants to send troops.

, to prevent Xixia from taking advantage of the situation.

In fact, Master Zhong would not have thought of these things.

As for the Zhong family army, which suffered a large number of losses during the first defense of Bianliang, if they wanted to move south to attack the king while guarding the northwest, it would become a dilemma in terms of troop strength.

Many times, there is never the best of both worlds.

Ning Yi asked Qin Shaoqian to write such a letter, not because he was considering the decision to become a teacher. More, it could only be regarded as a statement: Although I killed the emperor, I had no ill intentions towards Northwest. And in recent times,

The storytellers of Bamboo Records spread propaganda in several cities in the northwest and were not suppressed by the Zhong family. Perhaps it was part of the old man's compassion.

If the two sides are in this kind of ambiguity for a longer period of time, there may be an opportunity to sit down and negotiate or cooperate. But right now, it is too fast after all.

Although Zhong Shidao was a kind old man when he was in Bianliang, he has been guarding the northwest for many years. In terms of decisiveness in killing, he is definitely the highest. He may have a compassionate heart, but if you think he is soft-hearted, come to him.

, the possibility of being beheaded and sent to the capital is definitely higher than becoming a guest at the table.

This time when the Jurchens came south, the Western Army broke out and fought hard, and there were not many troops left in the northwest. Then there may be only three directions. First, I hope that the Western Army will unite with a weak force and grit its teeth in the slim possibility.

Defend the northwest. Second, Qin Shaoqian went to see Zhongshi Dao, hoping that the old man would take Qin Siyuan, Qin Shaohe's face, and the critical situation in the northwest to cooperate with Wu Ruiying to defend this side. Even if he did not agree, he still hoped that

The other party can let Qin Shaoqian go. Third, watch.

But the first possibility is really too small. If the second possibility comes true, it is of course the best. With the acceptance of the family, Wuruiying will be able to establish a foothold in the northwest immediately. However... how can you be so naive?

Ning Yi looked at the snowflakes in the night and paused for a moment: "I hope Mr. Zhong will take the people of the northwest into consideration and cooperate with us to defend the city. If we can defend the city, after this battle, the Zhong family army will be no different from treason. Bianliang

Although the city was destroyed, the Wu Dynasty was not destroyed. It is unrealistic to place hope on this. Moreover, Xiaocanghe has not even built a house. The construction period is already tight and there are not enough manpower. It is difficult to survive the winter. We can allocate

How many people are there? If there is even a slight rift between the two sides, we will not be able to survive in the future..."

Qin Shaoqian nodded. The reason why he told this matter was because he thought it was the least likely. However, Ning Yi often did what others couldn't, so he just told him to try his luck: "That... from the northwest

The situation is even more troublesome."

"There will be a meeting tomorrow and we will discuss it with everyone."

This was a major event related to the future direction. The two of them took a breath before Qin Shaoqian left. Everyone inside and outside the courtyard was still talking and laughing. On the other side, Xigua said a few words to Fang Shuchang and others, and took over her sword box.

Carrying it on her back. She seemed to be going to do something - she went out on weekdays, and Fang Shuchang and others helped carry the Ba Dao. According to her own explanation, it was because it was very stylish - she saw Ning Yi looking over. She

Her eyes were flat, and she tilted her head slightly. The snowflakes swayed on her body, and then she turned around and walked towards the side path.

At this time, it was time to disperse, and everyone left one after another. It was not strange for Xigua to leave alone. Soon after, everyone in the courtyard left one after another. The servants packed their things, Tan'er and Yunzhu

Sitting on the corridor outside the room, watching Luoxue chatting, when Ning Yi came, Tan'er said: "Why did Xigua leave alone?" Although she is quite calculating, she actually likes Xigua's straightforward temperament.

.

"She also has her own things to deal with."

Ning Yi replied and squatted down in front of the two of them. He took Yunzhu's hand and looked at her bulging belly: "How are you? Are you feeling well?"

Yunzhu smiled and nodded: "It's okay." She looked calm, but she looked a little thin.

"If you run out, she will worry about you every day." Tan'er said next to her.

Braving the disapproval of the world, suddenly killing the emperor and raising the flag of rebellion, the previous life changed overnight. Even the people who were close to him found it difficult to accept it for a while. No matter Yunzhu or Su Tan'er, these things were difficult to accept.

Everyone is worried. Yunzhu doesn't want to say it, but when Ning Yi goes out, he often worries about his safety. Tan'er is smart and capable. But in this matter, he may not be resigned.

Overnight, everyone's life has actually changed.

After half a year, Yunzhu has obviously lost some weight, and Jin'er sometimes seems to have no whereabouts. Tan'er, Xiaochan and others are looking after the family, and occasionally look haggard and busy. Previously, the bustling capital and the beauty of Jiangnan have turned into smoke in a blink of an eye.

, the familiar world suddenly faded away, this is an emotion that everyone will have. Ning Yi is looking forward to time to smooth everything out, but he also feels somewhat guilty towards these family members.

Sometimes he would take Yuan Jin'er with him when dealing with things in the valley. Sometimes he would be busy with Tan'er and Xiaochan until midnight. When he was with Yunzhu, Yunzhu would play the piano and tell stories for him.

This is all about helping each other. As for what Ning Yi said about the demise of the Wu Dynasty and the collapse of Tiannan, people who have been used to it in the years of Shengping, for a while, how can it be so simple?

What about the sense of urgency? Even the closest people like Tan'er and Yunzhu can't do it.

Unlike those soldiers who have experienced the battlefield and faced the Jurchens, they will feel more real.

"Every time I go out, there are so many masters following me. You all know the martial arts of Chen Fan and the others. It's not easy to kill me, so don't worry. This time when the Jurchens went south, Bianliang was broken, and everything started.

It's not a joke that a bunch of us came to stay in a mountain den here. It won't be very easy in the next few years. I feel guilty for letting you do this, but some situations will become worse and worse.

There will be more and more people who can understand it clearly..."

"I don't care about this, and neither does Yunzhu." Tan'er laughed, "If you can feel at ease, we will feel at ease."

Although she said this, the news this time can encourage people in the valley, and it actually has a reassuring effect on them.

"It's just that Miss Li felt very uncomfortable after hearing the news..." Tan'er thought about it and added another sentence.

"She..." Ning Yi thought for a while.

"She should have heard the news." Yunzhu said, "When you are free, go and see her."

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The night is gray and black, and snow is falling. In front of the field of vision, there are winding rivers on one side and barren mountains on the other. In the snowy night, there are occasional lights shining in front. Let the people around you hold torches, and Ning Yi turns around

The mountain road ahead.

Half a year ago, when he left Beijing after a big scene in Bianliang, Ning Yi kidnapped Li Shishi. Whether it was done smoothly or deliberately, Ning Yi did his best to deal with some things that could be dealt with. For example, Jiang Ning

Ning Yi arranged for people to kidnap the Su family and take them north. At this time, they were arranged in Qingmuzhai. Regarding Wang Shanyue's family, Ning Yi had people come to their door and later beat up several women who were in charge of his family.

They only kidnapped the young lady of the Wang family, who was engaged to Zhu Biao, and burned down the Wang family's house, which was considered a clear boundary.

When things have come to this point, there is no tenderness at all. Regarding Shishi, the two had a lot of contacts when they were in Beijing, even if they said there was no personal relationship. After Ning Yi's rebellion, Shishi could not live well, and this included him.

Ning Yi simply beat up Yu Hezhong and Chen Sifeng, his two "childhood friends" and took them all abducted. After that, they could leave or stay as they pleased.

Shishi was indignant about what happened to the Qin family, but she still couldn't accept Ning Yi's sudden outburst. Because of such things, Shishi and Ning Yi had several arguments along the way, but no matter what

The argument doesn't make much sense from Ning Yi's side.

After that, Ning Yi asked Hongti to mobilize two female warriors to protect her, but Shishi did not leave. She followed the team to Xiaocang River and helped Yunzhu sort out some classics. She could not see the general trend of the world.

When it comes to the direction, she cannot see the necessity of Ning Yi's regicide. She cannot understand the reason for regicide, and she has become unfamiliar with Ning Yi. But no matter what, for an individual, in such an environment

, it’s like a rushing river suddenly encountering a boulder, and the river water seems to be stuck for a moment, but no matter which direction it goes. What follows is a vast turbulence that will shatter people’s bones.

Ning Yi walked up to the small house with lights on over there. In the darkness on one side of the house, a woman in a bloated green dress was sitting on a fallen tree trunk over there looking at the snow. When Ning Yi came over, she also turned to one side.

Look this way.

"You are a woman, you are worried about the world, but you don't have to stop eating." Ning Yi stopped at the roadside, then followed him and walked over there.

"You..." The voice of the woman named Shishi was a little low, but then she coughed and paused, "Bianliang City was destroyed?"

People rely on clothes, and Buddha relies on gold. In the past, women in Fanlou wore silk and gold and silver. No matter how cold the weather was, there was never a charcoal fire in the building. But now in the northwest, even though the days were gorgeous

The woman whose fame spread all over the world only looked bloated at this time. In the dark, her figure was slightly better than that of ordinary women, and her tone sounded somewhat sluggish.

Ning Yi nodded: "Well, it's broken."
To be continued...