Being an emperor is not something he can do, so he can only rely on his connections.

Yunzhou and Hunyuan County were not far apart, but Zhang Jingwei rode a donkey, and it would take him two hours even at his fastest. In addition, he took a long detour and ended up at a military camp.

Just as they arrived at the tall and majestic gate of the military camp, before they had time to take a closer look at the surrounding scenery, two soldiers in light armor and holding spears appeared in front of them as quickly as ghosts, blocking their way.

One of the soldiers, with a vigilant look on his face, shouted, "This is a restricted area of ​​the military camp. Anyone outside please stay away."

Upon seeing this, Zhang Jingwei hurriedly put on a smile and bowed, saying, "Please don't blame me, sir. I'm really sorry. We are new here and unfamiliar with the place. We accidentally got lost. We are so sorry for disturbing you all! We will turn back now." After saying that, he turned around and left.

However, another soldier suddenly stopped them and took a closer look at Zhang Jingwei. After a moment, his face lit up with surprise, and he said hurriedly, "Oh my! Wait a minute! I'm blind. It was getting dark, so I couldn't see clearly. It's Young Master Zhang! My apologies! I hope Young Master Zhang will be magnanimous and not blame me for my rudeness."

Zhang Jingwei was slightly startled when he heard this, and asked in confusion, "You actually recognized me?"

The soldier smiled flatteringly and said, "What kind of talk is that? Back then, it was under your wise and brave leadership that we had the opportunity to penetrate deep into the enemy camp and capture that hateful thief General Han Ye in one fell swoop! This matter has long been known throughout the army. Who doesn't know about it? Young Master Zhang, your reputation is known like thunder!"

Hearing this, Zhang Jingwei nodded in sudden realization and said with a smile, "Oh! So that's what's going on! I didn't expect to run into General Ji's troops here."

At this time, the soldier who had come over earlier came over and asked flatteringly, "Master Zhang, where are you going? If you need a guide, we two brothers can lead the way for you."

Zhang Jingwei waved his hand and replied politely, "No need to trouble you two. My destination is Yuquan Township, Hunyuan County. Just point me in the direction."

After hearing this, the soldier hurriedly pointed to a narrow path only two meters wide not far away and said, "In that case, Young Master Zhang, just keep going along this path. Although this path is a bit narrow and rugged, and may not be very convenient to walk on, it is a shortcut to Yuquan Township, Hunyuan County. With the speed of your donkey and your followers, you will arrive in about half an hour." After saying this, he gestured with his hands.

Zhang Jingwei looked in the direction the soldier pointed, and saw the path winding away into the distance, disappearing into a lush forest.

He secretly calculated the distance and time in his mind and felt that it was suitable, so he bowed to the two soldiers and thanked them, "Thank you, two brothers, for your guidance!" Then he turned around and ordered, "Mu Tou, take some money for the directions!"

Mu Tou smiled and took out a dozen copper coins and handed them to the soldier who was showing the way. The soldier took the money reluctantly.

The soldier thoughtfully gave them a torch to help them on their journey.

After watching Zhang Jingwei gradually go away and his figure finally disappear from the end of their sight, the two guards turned around and returned to their posts in neat steps.

At this moment, Le Qian came over from the side. He looked at the two guards in front of him with a serious face and asked in a deep voice: "Where did you two run to just now?"

One of the soldiers quickly stepped forward and replied respectfully, "Sir, someone just came to ask us for directions!"

Upon hearing this, Le Qian frowned slightly and asked, "Asking for directions? Could it be a spy?"

The soldier quickly shook his head and explained, "He's definitely not a spy, sir, don't worry. The one asking for directions is Young Master Zhang, the son-in-law of our general's mansion!"

Upon hearing this, Le Qian showed a look of surprise on his face. He obviously didn't believe what the soldier said and blurted out, "Nonsense! How could Young Master Zhang come to a place like this?"

Seeing this, another soldier standing nearby quickly stepped forward and said confidently, "Sir, it's absolutely true! I once had the honor of witnessing Young Master Zhang's elegance and prowess, so I would never mistake him for someone else."

After hearing what the two said, Le Qian's expression softened slightly, but he still continued to ask, "Does Young Master Zhang have anything urgent to say?"

The soldier who had spoken earlier immediately replied, "According to Young Master Zhang, he originally intended to go to Yuquan Township, but accidentally took the wrong road. After all, the fork in the road there is very complex, and first-timers will most likely get lost."

Upon hearing this, Le Qian couldn't help but glare at the soldier and angrily scolded him, "Since you knew it was easy for people to get lost there, why didn't you lead them there yourself?"

The soldier looked ashamed and muttered softly, "I was stupid for a moment, please forgive me, sir..."

Le Qian waved his hands helplessly and said, "Forget it, forget it this time. But you must remember, next time if any important person comes, you must inform me immediately!"

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Sure enough, the wood ran fast, and Zhang Jingwei's donkey was very capable. In less than half an hour, they saw the village.

When Zhang Jingwei saw the words "Yuquan" on the archway at the entrance of the village, he finally felt relieved.

A vigorous old man slowly approached them and asked, "You two don't look like locals. I wonder what brings you to Yuquan Township so late at night?"

When Zhang Jingwei heard the old man's question, he quickly dismounted his donkey, bowed, and replied, "Old man, to be honest, I'm here looking for Miss Yang Xier. I hope you can be so kind as to show me the way."

Upon hearing this, the old man sighed and said, "Ah~ Speaking of Yang Xier, what a miserable child! People come to her house all day long to collect debts."

Zhang Jingwei quickly explained, "Old man, you misunderstood. I'm not one of those people who come to collect debts. I came here to do tea business with Miss Yang Xier."

The old man nodded slightly, a smile appeared on his face and said: "You are a businessman. Xu's flower tea is famous far and wide. However, the Yang family has been in a state of unrest recently. Young man, you have to be careful and don't show off your wealth." After that, the old man raised his hand and pointed in a certain direction.

Zhang Jingwei thanked the old man gratefully: "Thank you for the reminder." Then he turned around and shouted: "Wood!"

Mu Tou was very smart. After hearing the call, he immediately took out a few copper coins from his pocket and handed them to the old man respectfully.

It took two minutes to walk from the village entrance to Yang's house, but the quarrel could be heard from afar.

Zhang Jingwei walked to the door and observed secretly. A young man holding a hammer was guarding the front of Yang Xier's main hall, shouting, "I see who dares to touch Xier!"

A middle-aged man with blood all over his mouth pointed at the young man and shouted, "How dare you hit me! My cousin is a flag officer in the barracks! I'm going to make you pay today!"

The young man also had a face full of scars, and his clothes were torn beyond recognition: "Even if the king of heaven comes today, don't even think about touching Xier!"