Chapter 319 This kid doesn’t recognize his relatives! [Thanks to Feng Yu Wu Fei for the 10,000 reward]

Author: Wang Shushu

Chapter 319 This kid doesn’t recognize his relatives! [Thanks to Feng Yu Wu Fei for the 10,000 reward]

Before the First Emperor's eastward tour, he did not take away all of Zhao Hao's military power.

Although the Tiger Talisman has been returned to the First Emperor, the guards and horses are still under the command of Zhao Hao.

This is also one of the reasons why Han Xin continued to be reused by the First Emperor.

Obviously, Han Xin is Zhao Hao's man.

The First Emperor trusted Zhao Hao, and naturally he trusted Zhao Hao's vision of people.

Therefore, when the black-armored guards appeared on the streets, some were calm and composed, some were surprised, and some were trembling.

But he saw a black-armored guard riding his horse to the front of Zhao Hao's carriage, cupping his hands and saying, "Young Master, Han Wei has ordered me to come down to protect you, but I have been sent to you, so don't dare to disobey me!"

"Um."

Zhao Hao nodded calmly, then looked around and said calmly: "Seal up the surrounding area of ​​the inn. No one is allowed to leave without my order!"

"promise."

The guard respectfully agreed.

Soon, a group of black-armored guards wearing black armor and killing solemnly surrounded the ruins of the inn.

But I heard Zhao Hao say again: "Come here, pass on the deceased's work and conduct an autopsy!"

As soon as these words came out, all the officials in Yongcheng looked at each other and looked at Ying Chang.

Ying Chang's face was ashen and he was silent.

Not long after, the burnt corpses were found by Yongcheng officials.

Wu Zuo examined the corpses one by one and found that the people who were burned to death were all killed first and then burned by fire.

Because they were burned after death, there was very little ashes in the mouth, nose and throat.

Moreover, the clothes on these corpses were all made of the same material, which is enough to show that they should be accomplices.

Recalling Mond's previous report, there were only five or six foreigners, and there were more than twenty corpses in front of them.

From this, it can be seen that this group of assassins should have failed to assassinate, but were slaughtered by the opponent.

After hearing Wu Zuo's report, Zhao Hao couldn't help but be surprised.

Five or six people were able to kill more than twenty people without any precautions. No one else had the ability to do so.

If he hadn't known that Xiang Yu had been shot in the head by the First Emperor's father, Zhao Hao would have suspected that Xiang Yu had also been reborn.

After a moment of silence, Zhao Hao frowned and asked Fu Zuo: "Can you find out the identities of these assassins?"

"Back to the young master, the assassin's body has been burned to charcoal. Judging from the external characteristics, it is difficult to determine their identity!"

As Wu Zuo spoke, he changed the topic and continued: "However, from the swords on their bodies and the things they wear, it is not difficult to see that they should be the disciples of a noble person!"

"Businessman?"

Zhao Hao was stunned when he heard this: "Is there anyone still keeping customers now?"

"this"

Wu Zuo was speechless and didn't know how to answer Zhao Hao's question.

The so-called diners are actually also called diners.

From the Western Zhou Dynasty to the end of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, retainers gradually transformed from 'slaves' into a popular professional 'thug'.

At that time, nobles from various countries would recruit talents from society in order to consolidate their status.

These talents often have special skills or special abilities.

Although they usually do not have a fixed job and spend most of their time just to earn a living, as long as their master asks them to do something, they will do it for their master without hesitation.

During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, keeping retainers could actually be said to be a way of "showing off wealth" to the powerful.

Similar to the wealthy people in later generations who drive famous cars, wear famous watches, and buy brand-name bags, all to satisfy their own vanity.

Therefore, they will provide unconditional support to anyone who joins a wealthy family and thinks they have some ability.

For example, Lord Mengchang of Qi State was said to have had more than 3,000 guests at his peak, and he was given the same food, clothing, and treatment as Lord Mengchang. He and Lord Mengchang became one with each other as if they were kin.

In other words, Lord Mengchang not only gave them generous material benefits, but also satisfied them spiritually.

Of course, Mr. Mengchang is not stupid. If he wants them to do some shady things, such as murder and arson, pursuing good fortune and avoiding misfortune, they have to fight to the death.

Otherwise, Lord Mengchang's position in Qi would not be so stable.

Another example is Lu Buwei, who also attracted more than 3,000 disciples, the most famous of whom was naturally Li Si. Not only did he compile "Lu's Spring and Autumn Annals" for him, but he also took away his position as prime minister.

After the Qin State unified the six kingdoms, the First Emperor became the common ruler of the world. There were no longer many princes, and the people of the world only had to serve him.

As a result, the hanger-on style gradually declined.

Zhao Hao originally thought that the custom of keeping retainers had disappeared, but he did not expect that there were still people in Yongcheng who kept retainers.

How brave!

Moreover, these disciples dared to commit assassination openly, showing no regard for the laws of the Qin Dynasty.

Zhao Hao was now very curious about who gave them the courage.

Seeing Wu Zuo hesitate to speak, Zhao Hao did not embarrass him and looked at Ying Chang again: "Yongcheng Order, I need an explanation!"

"The imperial court has no laws prohibiting keeping retainers. How can the young master need an explanation from the old minister?" Ying Chang asked calmly.

Now he can finally see that this boy is a master whom even his relatives do not recognize.

What's "Uncle Huang"? He calls it nice.

When I'm in a good mood, I call you "Uncle", but when I want to mess with you, it means nothing.

But Zhao Hao's eyes narrowed slightly: "So, does Yongcheng Ling know that someone has a retainer?"

Hearing this, Ying Chang remained calm: "There are countless dignitaries in Yongcheng, and there are also many people who keep their followers. This is not surprising!"

"Good! Not surprising!"

Zhao Hao clapped his hands and laughed, and then ordered with a cold face: "Mond, check them one by one for me!"

"Sir, wait a minute!"

Ying Chang raised his hand to stop Mond and said, "This matter is of great concern. I hope you will consider it again. I will allow the old minister to report it to Your Majesty and ask Your Majesty to make a decision!"

"Why is Yongcheng ordering this? You are obstructing me one after another. Is there something evil in your heart?"

When Zhao Hao said this, he raised his eyebrows: "Or do you know who these retainers are from?"

"What do you mean, Master?"

Ying Chang's face turned cold: "As the magistrate of Yongcheng, I am in charge of the affairs of Yongcheng. Everything is in accordance with the laws of Qin. The young master breaks the law one after another. How can I blame the veteran for obstructing me?"

"Oh? Yongcheng's order means that I am meddling in other people's business?"

"I have no such intention, but the young master has no official title and should not interfere in this matter."

"Hahaha!"

Zhao Hao raised his head and laughed, then his eyes turned cold, and he was about to intervene in the matter, but he heard the black armored guard outside shouting loudly:

"Reporting to Prince Hao, General Han is asking for an audience!"

"Um?"

Zhao Hao and Mond both tilted their heads, looking for fame.

Ying Chang was about to look, but suddenly he remembered something.

Before the First Emperor left, he arranged for Han Xin to be responsible for the defense of Yongcheng and to take over the affairs of Yongcheng if necessary.

If Zhao Hao is not qualified to take care of this matter, then Han Xin definitely is.

However, Han Xin was Zhao Hao's man and could not stop Zhao Hao from investigating the case.

Therefore, Han Xin's arrival is not a good thing for him.

I saw a large number of black-armored cavalry coming like a tide, their horses hooves roaring like tigers and wolves running, and they rushed to the front in a moment.

They didn't care about the astonished looks of the people around them, and they all showed a murderous aura, which was very majestic.

"This black-armored guard has been polished by Han Xin, and it has indeed become different from before!"

Zhao Hao couldn't help but sigh with emotion when he saw that Han Xin was managing the army well.

Mond on the side nodded in agreement: "It has indeed become more elite!"

After saying that, he seemed to have discovered something, and reminded Zhao Hao: "Sir, look, General Han has caught the assassin!"

"oh?"

Zhao Hao was overjoyed. He looked at the deposit and found that the black armored guard was holding two hemp ropes in his hands.

At the end of the hemp rope, two men with disheveled hair were tied.

However, before he could react, Han Xin rode his horse up to him, saluted him and said, "I have finally seen the young master!"
To be continued...