[Red House] But for the sake of the king

Chapter 073 Rescue

On the official road leading to the capital, a carriage drove south rapidly.They originally planned to meet at the teahouse, but they saw a few officers and soldiers there from a distance. They didn't dare to stay longer, so they drove north immediately.

Lin Heng woke up from the violent bumps, his eyes were black and blue, but after a closer look, he found that he was in the carriage.It was probably because those strong men saw that he was just a child, so they didn't tie him up with ropes, and threw him on the car at will after drugging him.Lin Heng moved the arm under his body, which was already numb.

"Hey, this kid is awake." A rough voice sounded with a contemptuous smile.

Another voice replied, "Really, do you want to take some more medicine?"

An even more disdainful voice sounded, "A child who is like a chicken, I'm afraid he won't be able to run away. Taking too much medicine won't do any good, what if you make someone stupid."

"It's true, brother, what do you think we should do next, really hand over the child?"

It turned out that this seemingly rough man was the leader of this group of people, "Fuck your mother, if you don't hand it over, will you still keep him? Don't look at whose family he is, he is not comparable to the ones we tied up in the past." .Besides, that master is not someone to mess with. If you offend him, you will die in the future." He kicked Lin Heng's foot again, "Hey, boy, sit up when you wake up, Don't pretend to be dead with the uncle."

Another person muttered beside him, "The sale of 1 taels is really a loss. If you ask the Lin family for money, you will give whatever you want."

Lin Heng was still a little dizzy, he only knew that he had probably run into a bad guy, he thought he was just an ordinary kidnapper, but from what they said, he was afraid that they had a lot of background, so they came straight towards him.Because he didn't dare to take it lightly, he suppressed the fear in his heart and slowly sat up with support.

The big man spat at him, "Hey, you want money, but I want my life. My life is gone. What can I use to enjoy myself? Money can't be brought into the coffin. Hey, boy, let me ask you, you are the son of the Lin family." Master?"

As soon as Lin Heng heard this, he felt that it was wrong. It was obvious that he was coming for him, but he was not sure whether it was him or not.Because of his courage, he looked at the big man with a confused face, and replied, "What young master of the Lin family?"

The big man was just asking casually. Although there were two people there at the time, he clearly heard those people call this child the young master, so he decided that he was the one who was going to be kidnapped.At that time, it was just to ensure that the wrong person was not tied up, so I decided to tie up both of them, but I didn't expect to make a mistake.Yin scolded, "Fuck, I clearly heard them call you young master, you little doll, don't lie, I'm not easy to mess with. If I push you into a hurry, I'll chop you up and feed you to the dogs! Say, you What is your name!"

Lin Heng kept shrinking to the corner, fearing that he would really be thrown into the wild, so he made up a name casually, "I, my name, my name is Chen Ning."

"Fuck, I really made a mistake." The big man scratched his hair, with a ferocious expression on his face, "I've been playing with eagles all my life, and yet I was pecked at by a chicken, it's really hateful!" He grabbed Lin Heng's chest clothes, dragged him over, "Tell me, is the one with you the young master of the Lin family?"

Lin Heng guessed that he was talking about his sister, so he didn't dare to speak, and only said vaguely, "I, I don't know." There was a crying tone in the words, as if he was about to cry in the next moment.

The big man let go of his hands irritably, and cursed, "Damn it, what the hell is this?"

Another person asked, "Child, you said you don't know who he is, why did you come out of the Lin family's other courtyard with him and play all the way?"

Lin Heng clutched the hem of his clothes tightly, trying not to let himself cry, "My father is the steward of the Lin Mansion, today is the market day, so I came out because I like the excitement. That young master is a guest of the Lin Mansion, he heard that I He wanted to go out, and he wanted to come out with me. Later, he didn't want to watch the lion dance, so he separated."

The big man was leading someone to watch from a distance, so he didn't doubt what he said.The servants of those big families who have a head and a face are also dressed like their masters. They wear gold and silver all day long, which is unusual.

"Brother, what should we do now?"

The big man let out a long sigh, "Come on, let Mazi stop at a teahouse in front, but no one brought him here, what are you going to do in the capital. As for this kid, no matter how bad he is, he is still in charge. For this hard trip, Zhao Si'er and the others are missing, so they should get paid for their hard work."

Hearing this, Lin Heng wanted to take him as a hostage, and he didn't dare to cry loudly, but quietly hid in the corner thinking about how to escape.It's a pity that he has such a body, and he has never learned any boxing skills. How can he fight these two strong men with his own strength, and he only hopes to meet a few officials or knights.It's just that it's just sung in the play, how can there be so many heroes walking to such a remote place when they have nothing to do.It seems that this time, it is really more ominous.

It is also Lin Heng's life that should not die.The carriage stopped at a small teahouse, and the big man threatened Lin Heng harshly before letting Lin Heng get out of the carriage.There are three or two low tables under the simple thatched shed, with square low stools. A young man stands aside to say hello, while an old and a young are already sitting on one side.Seeing a sword on their table, the big man felt wary, pulled Lin Heng by his side, and sat down at the far table.Naturally, Lin Heng also saw those two people, and his heart was suddenly filled with hope. It seems that the drama is not all deceitful, and he only hopes that these two people are really knights and righteous men, and they can rescue him.But he was watched closely, and he was beaten up first because he was afraid of crying for help, because he didn't dare to act rashly.

When three bowls of hot tea came up, Lin Heng whispered, "I want to relieve myself."

The big man didn't seem to hear clearly, and asked, "What? A man, speak louder, who can hear it like a mosquito."

Lin Heng blushed and said again, "I want to relieve myself!"

The big man casually pointed at the man who was driving the car just now, "Mazi, take him there. When you pee, just pee. If you say something in a polite way, it's different when you come out from the big door."

The other two laughed, the pockmark pushed Lin Heng on the back, and said with a smile, "Let's go, young master, let's go. Hahaha."

Over there, Liu Xianglian and his master felt that something was wrong when they saw these people. The three reckless men and a young man in a fine attire could imagine what was going on with their knees.Although he was a cold-faced and warm-hearted person, the master didn't give an order. They came here to do something, so they didn't dare to act rashly.Now seeing that the young master had found a reason to go to them, and his eyes were filled with anticipation again, he was moved with compassion, and only looked at his master.Seeing him nodding his head lightly, Liu Xianglian was overjoyed, so she let go of her hands and feet and was about to move.

Taking advantage of Lin Heng walking past them, Liu Xianglian grabbed him, hid behind him, turned around and stopped in front of Mazi.Mazi was stunned for a moment, then came back to his senses, and a knife hand slashed at Liu Xianglian.The two big men who were sitting also rushed over to help, but because they didn't have a big knife in their hands, they had to beat Liu Xianglian with their bare hands.Lin Heng cleverly hid behind the old man, holding on to his clothes with his little hands, while peeking at their fight.The old man just sat still, and the old god was drinking hot tea.

Liu Xianglian dodged a punch, put her foot in Mazi's lower abdomen, turned around and overtook the unsheathed sword on the table, and blocked another punch.The three of them exchanged glances, raised their fists and stepped forward together.Liu Xianglian swept the hall, even kicking a few square stools without a trace. The boy was so frightened that he hid behind the stove, not even daring to look.

The four of them fought for a while, the three big men saw that his sword was so powerful before it was sheathed, they didn't dare to fight, and they didn't catch the right master anyway, the priority was to save their lives, so they hurriedly supported him into the carriage and ran away.

Seeing them leaving, Lin Heng didn't dare to let go immediately, and hid behind the old man, whispering, "Thank you, the strong man, for saving your life."

Liu Xianglian patted the dust off her body, and asked him with a smile, "Which family are you from, but from the town ahead, how could you be kidnapped by those people?"

Lin Heng nodded hurriedly, "Exactly. I was tied up by them when I went to the street today. I don't know why."

The old man suddenly said, "It must be because he saw that he was dressed gorgeously, so he moved his mind and wanted to exchange two coins. It just so happens that we are going to Qiantou Town, so let's take it by the way. Dear disciple, you saved him." Yes, you have to take it with you." Because he dropped a piece of silver as compensation, he pulled the horse aside, kicked it up, and whipped away.

Liu Xianglian looked helplessly at the back of her master going away. Although the master also had a chivalrous heart, he was most afraid of trouble.Because he waved to Lin Heng, "Let's go too."

When they arrived in the town, Liu Xianglian asked where Lin Heng's house was, but unfortunately he hesitated and couldn't tell.In fact, even if he didn't know the way, as long as Lin Heng said that he was from the Lin family, he could easily find the other courtyard.But when Lin Heng heard that the old man had just entered the city, he said to the hero who rescued him, "Find out where Lin Hai is", and suddenly became alert.Although he wasn't sure if the Lin Hai he was talking about was his father, but Lin Heng had just experienced being kidnapped, so he was a little more defensive than usual.Because I only said that my family lives deep in the alley, and I just arrived here, so I can't remember it clearly.

Both the master and the apprentice did not doubt that he was there, since they rescued the man, it was not good to let him go back like this, so they planned to go to the inn to settle down first, and then report to the officials.This is exactly what Lin Heng wanted, and the government can make him feel more at ease than these two people of unknown origin.Although the two people in front of him are still his saviors, who knows what will happen after learning his true identity, so it is better to be careful.

Just as they had chosen a place to stay, the hidden guards from Junqi's side also learned the news that Lin Heng had been rescued, and hurried back to report.It's just that after listening to it, Jun Qi and Ru Hai became even more confused.On the way, another Cheng Yaojin came out. What does it mean to save the child and not send him back?

Lin Ruhai thought about it for a long time, and said worriedly, "No, those two people might have guarded there on purpose, I'm afraid it's praying mantises catching cicadas and orioles behind."

Jun Qi thought differently, "Didn't those two people who captured Yu'er were also employed by others? In my opinion, it doesn't seem like they did it on purpose. I'm afraid they are really old-fashioned and warm-hearted knights. See you Buping saved Heng'er."

Lin Ruhai didn't take it seriously, "That shouldn't be here yet. Didn't the guy say that it's been two hours? Even if he left, he should have arrived, not to mention that both of them were riding horses. Although Heng'er may not recognize them The way to home, but this other courtyard is not difficult to find in the corner, you can ask casually. I am afraid that those two people are another group of people, and that would be bad."

Jun Qi held him down, "Don't worry, what you said is also reasonable, but since they have entered the city, they must find a place to stay. It is not good to search people's homes. I will send people to check the inns first. If it’s not possible, the whole city will be under martial law, house-to-house searches will be carried out, and they can even hide in the sky.”

Lin Ruhai sighed, "That's the only way to go."

Jun Qi threatened and lured Lin Ruhai to eat something, and waited here with him, comforting him from time to time.Fortunately, Daiyu had recovered after taking the medicine, and Tang was a little relieved when she heard that she had a clue, which relieved Lin Ruhai a lot.Just doing this and waiting, it is inevitable that some wild thoughts will arise in my heart.After all, he has no heirs, he died at the age of three in his previous life, and in this life he managed to grow up to such an age, he thought he finally had an account for his ancestors, but this happened again.Looking at the person in front of him, is it possible that such retribution is due to him?If Jun Qi knew that Lin Ruhai was thinking about these messy things at this time, he would definitely teach him a lesson.

It didn't take long before someone reported back, "Those two people brought Young Master Lin to live in Yuelai Inn. I heard that those two people are still inquiring about Master Lin's other courtyard."

Jun Qi patted Lin Ruhai's hand, and said with a smile, "Don't worry now, when they find out clearly, they will definitely send him here. Now that I know, I know you won't be able to sit still, so we have to go there personally. It’s also good to thank those two knights face to face.”

Lin Ruhai said, "That's reasonable, I really should thank those two knights. Come on, hurry up and harness the cart, no, prepare the horse."

In the inn, Liu Xianglian looked at her master with a headache, and just now she disliked the child, and said that she wanted to send it to the government as soon as possible, so that she could get rid of it.But he had just returned to his room to put away his burdens, and in a blink of an eye, he saw that the old and the young were chatting, and outsiders who didn't know it thought they were grandparents and grandchildren.

Fearing that the child's family would not be able to find him, Liu Xianglian had to interrupt him, "Master, let's send him to the government first, in case people find that the son is missing, they don't have to die in a hurry."

But the old man said, "They don't like it themselves, so it's none of my business. It's hard to find such a boy with a bad temper. After we have had enough chats with the teacher, he is much better than you. Brat, what we just talked about Where is it, you continue to talk, leave him alone."

Lin Heng was also looking forward to going home early, but he didn't dare to speak, and stared at Liu Xianglian with big eyes, hoping that he could save him one or two.She never thought that Liu Xianglian was most afraid of his master, especially if his master was in a good mood, she would definitely not be able to stop her, so she didn't open her mouth, so she simply ordered the little one to serve wine and vegetables, and to fill her stomach before talking.The journey was full of cold wind, and it was so easy to drink a cup of hot tea and encounter such a thing. It took a lot of effort to fight, so I should reward myself.

Lin Heng had no choice but to continue to deal with the old gentleman.Fortunately, the gentleman hired at home also has a bad temper, and he often tells him some unconscionable things, and insists on telling him something, so now he is talking nonsense to this old gentleman, and even himself is dizzy. It unexpectedly met the old man's appetite.

After Liu Xianglian had started to eat, the old man stroked his beard and laughed heartily, "My boy, if you have such insight at such a young age, you will have a bright future in the future. It's just that your small body can't stand the wind and rain, and you can't do it today." It's not okay to be rendered helpless when you meet three rough people. People say that you are a scholar who is useless. If you want to stand out, you have to develop your own skills. Look at him, look at him What's the use of having a good skin? If you didn't learn martial arts from the old man, you would have been bullied for a long time. The old man would not accept apprentices easily. Today is fate with you, and you are rarely a smart person , how about the old man making an exception and accepting you as a closed disciple."

Lin Heng stared at him blankly, why did he suddenly talk about accepting apprentices.The family of Lin family's poems and books, although the ancestors followed the emperor Taizu to fight in the north and south, but he was only a counselor. The most despised is the family who earned military merits by fighting on the battlefield with brute force. How can he let him practice martial arts? .Even his cousin, who is now the official Da Sima, ran away from home that day and secretly joined the army, and he never wanted to be mentioned.

Because of politely declining, "The kindness of the old man is just that my father taught the younger generation to study hard since childhood. It's not for anything else. I just hope that in the future I can get a good name in the exam and honor my ancestors. Therefore, I'm afraid that I will disappoint the old man's heart."

The old man seemed to have been stepped on some painful feet, and said loudly, "Could it be that the only way to get fame is to honor your ancestors? How many country thieves are stupid and lucrative, and they are not as conscientious as a three-year-old child. The old man has been walking all his life, There are countless people saved, are you better than them? I just heard what you said and understood a little bit, but you are also a confused person. Forget it, I will send you home after I have eaten, so as not to keep dangling in front of my eyes."

Lin Heng was stunned when he heard it, Liu Xianglian saw that he was interesting, but she was afraid of being frightened, so she said in a low voice, "My master has such a temper. People in the world hate fame and fortune the most. You don't have to take it to heart." You'd better hurry up and eat some food, and I'll take you home in a while."

Lin Heng obediently picked up the bowl and took two mouthfuls of rice. The rice was very hard, different from what he usually eats at home, so he lost his appetite.I picked another chopsticks of vegetables, which were oily and tasteless, and couldn't be compared with the ones at home, so I threw down the chopsticks and just said that I wasn't hungry.The master and the apprentice could see it clearly, and they thought they must be from a wealthy family, and they were not used to such rough food, so they didn't expose it.It's just that the old man's idea of ​​accepting him as an apprentice is completely gone. What he wants is a hard-working apprentice, not a delicate young master, and he still suffers in the end.

While eating the meal, the waiter knocked on the door and said, "You two guests, there are two masters downstairs looking for you."

Liu Xianglian had already finished eating, and upon hearing this, she opened the door and asked, "Who is it?"

"The little one doesn't know either. He just looks like someone from a wealthy family, and he didn't say why. He just asked the little one to invite the two of you down."

Liu Xianglian lowered her head for a while and said, "You go down first, and let those two masters wait for a while." Then she turned around and closed the door, and asked his master, "Master, our whereabouts have been leaked."

The old man didn't put down the bowls and chopsticks, and said casually, "I haven't seen anyone, how do you know why you came here, don't forget this brat. Go down and have a look, and it won't be too late to ask you to come up after you find out who you are." .”

Lin Heng's eyes lit up when he heard what they said, and he only hoped that his father would come to pick him up.But when I thought that these two people came here for my father, and worried that my father might be a sheep, I was uneasy for a while, and I couldn't sit still.The old man glanced at him, said nothing, and continued to eat.

Next, Liu Xianglian met the two masters, and sure enough, whether it was the clothes or the style of the whole body, they were definitely not ordinary people, because she wanted to inquire carefully.It's just that although he has been in the rivers and lakes for several years, he has less experience than Jun Qi and Lin Ruhai, especially in words, and he is not in a hurry to be slick.So after a few words, before revealing the other person's bottom, he gave his own bottom first, and then led the person upstairs.

As soon as the door opened, Lin Heng saw someone, couldn't sit still anymore, ran all the way to Lin Ruhai, and shouted, "Daddy."

When Lin Ruhai saw his son, although he had only parted for a short while, it was considered "reunion after catastrophe, found after loss", he was naturally filled with emotions and wanted to cry.After waiting for a long time, he really lost his temper and lost hope. Fortunately, the rain is over now, and his son is fine and not injured. Finally, he can let go of his hanging heart.

The old man was just putting a piece of ribs into his mouth, when he heard more than one person coming in, he was a little displeased.Just when he was about to scold, Lin Heng ran forward excitedly, so he couldn't say anything to disturb their father-son reunion.But looking there again, it's not right, the one standing there is clearly the current Holy One.Looking down, the one squatting and hugging the stinky boy is not their target this time, Master Lin Hailin!This is really nowhere to be found, and it takes no effort to get it!Because he didn't care about the ribs in his mouth, he quickly spit them out and said sharply:

"Lin Ruhai, I found you!"