Chapter 3: Ambush (Part 1)

What does it mean

"In the beginning, there were indeed some who resisted, but they were all killed. Later, the news spread, and everyone was terrified. Who would dare to resist now?" Zhu Qing said with a bitter smile, looking at the panicked villagers.

Wang Ju's heart was filled with bitterness; he truly considered himself fortunate. For the first time acting as a mule, he unexpectedly encountered this renowned group of butchers. But could he escape? If he fled, it would be difficult to say what would happen to others. Zhu Qing would die, the old clan leader Wang Quan would die, and he himself would also die. The fate of those two women would likely be even more tragic.

As long as everyone escapes, the employer will incur a loss of over 1,000 guan in wealth. Moreover, due to the encounter with the black bee bandits, no one can be blamed.

Preserve the goods, counterattack

Thus ... ... '' Wang Ju said a few words

The notorious reputation of the black bee bandits is overwhelming. Although their numbers are fewer than those of the villagers, the villagers lack organization and order. Once a conflict arises, they will face an even greater massacre.

Wang Ju was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, as the brainwashing education of the Song Dynasty has led to dire consequences. Scholars certainly possess a broader perspective and may unlock some wisdom, but they are not omnipotent.

Everyone should listen to Daniu; he is a learned person said the old patriarch Wang Quan

"Do not blame others; look at the situation we are in. Blaming two weak women is ridiculous!" Wang Ju said disdainfully, then asked Zhu Qing, "Manager Zhu, why hasn't the black bee thief been dealt with properly?"

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Thus, everyone followed Wang Ju's instructions, but the young woman noticed that almost everyone seemed a bit tense

Wang Juzhe asked Zhu Qing: "Zhu Guan Shi, the black bees have been stealing for several years now, has anyone ever resisted them?"

Many hills in Shaanbei have begun to turn into barren mountains; however, this area is very close to Hengshan, and the damage is not severe. Each hill is covered with sparse spruce and cold pines, beneath which grow many sand cypress, wild rhododendrons, yellow poplars, and prickly cypress. Under these shrubs, there are also some wild vegetables of the genus Jue, and beneath these wild vegetables, some moss is growing, forming a complete three-dimensional ecological space of vegetation. Beneath the pines, many sand cypress, wild rhododendrons, yellow poplars, and prickly cypress grow, and under these shrubs, there are also some wild vegetables of the genus Jue, and beneath these wild vegetables, some moss is growing, forming a complete three-dimensional ecological space of vegetation.

The maid, known as the concubine, was eager to act, yet upon seeing the group of dark figures, her eyes finally revealed a sense of tension. However, at that moment, everyone was in disarray, and no one paid her any attention.

Zhu Qing's eyes lit up: "The young man speaks with reason."

Wang Ju looked at his second uncle and whispered, "If I want to escape, can I really get away?"

Indeed, upon hearing that an additional 100 guan had been added, there was some commotion among the crowd on the mountaintop, but their excitement quickly faded as they gazed at the closer black bee thieves

He shouted, "We cannot escape; they have five horses. If we flee, it will only lead to chaos. Given the ferocity of the Black Bee Bandits, once they catch up, they will surely massacre those who lag behind. Money can be earned slowly, and books can be obtained, but once a person dies... they are gone forever"

Under heavy rewards, there will surely be brave men

Young man, the black bee steals without a trace, vanishing without a sound. Even the authorities cannot capture a single bandit. Where are we supposed to strike?

In the face of immense danger, Wang Quan also lost his composure at that moment

"You must hurry and not dawdle," said Li Sandog, a Qiang resident of the village.

He looked down at the mountain, where dozens of shadowy figures were veiled, resembling demons, drawing ever closer. Among this deadly group, there were also faintly discernible individuals on horseback.

In reality, he was weeping internally

He also did not wish for everyone to escape in his heart. Once they fled, all of the nearly 300 stones of blue salt would be completely taken by the black bees. One stone of blue salt could be sold for three to four strings of cash in Yanzhou, and due to the court's renewed ban on trade with the Western Xia, even at three to four strings of cash, the blue salt was still in short supply.

Seeing them rush over swiftly, the villagers were all in a state of panic, each one preparing to flee

However, he does not believe that resistance is a good idea

"People are different from one another," Li Sangou said

This is also a natural psychological response; the reputation of the black bee is too great, and it is best to appease it if possible

What should we do? several villagers from the stockade asked anxiously

Wang Quan cast a glance at him

It is not very dense, but it can indeed conceal some people

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"Begin ... ... Now ... ... Zhu Guan Shi, we need to add fifty guan of mule money"

In the eyes of the people from the Northwest, the greatest general of the Song Dynasty is none other than the late Di Qing. However, the most formidable warrior was not Di Qing, but rather Zhang Zhi, styled Ziyun. It is said that Zhang Ziyun, with 6,000 infantry tasked with protecting supplies, decisively defeated 30,000 elite cavalry of the Western Xia at Tumaochuan, killing over 10,000 of their cavalry. He later assisted Zhang Kang in a significant victory against ten times the number of Western Xia cavalry at Baizi Zhai, and again at Tumaochuan, where he achieved a great defeat against the multiple Western Xia armies personally led by Li Yuanhao. While Di Qing made his mark at the Lingnan Kunlun Pass, in the Northwest, he was overshadowed by Zhang Kang and Zhang Zhi. Due to the weakness of the Song Dynasty, the deeds of these capable ministers and generals became widely known in the border regions. However, how many Zhang Zhis can there be in this world? Throughout the entire Song-Liao war, the individual with the highest combat capability was Jing Si, followed by Yang Ye. In the entire Ren Zong era of the Song-Xia war, the first was Guo Zun, and the second was Zhang Zhi. It would indeed be strange if a group of bandits could be compared to him.

"Big Bull, we should escape; we cannot afford to delay," said another young man

If this transaction is successfully completed, in addition to providing the villagers with 100 guan for the pack mules, as well as various arrangements, the cost of the transaction could yield a profit of over 500 guan for the principal. However, it seems that this endeavor ultimately resulted in a loss.

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"Then it is settled, Manager Zhu, remember your words, two hundred guan of money," said Uncle Er

Li Sandog's eyes lit up: "Wang Wei, listen to Daniu continue speaking"

However, Wang Ju continued to stare seriously down the mountain; this was not a time for laughter. If they encountered the officials, although it would be dangerous, the Zhu family could still bribe them with some money and escape a calamity. But if they ran into this group of people, it would lead to death, and many would perish.

Zhu Qing also found it amusing, but what this fellow said was not without reason; an army in disarray would certainly suffer a great defeat, especially when it consists of a group of mountain dwellers

"Rest assured, if we can defeat them, not a single coin of the two hundred guan will be lost," said Zhu Qing. The lives of the mountain people are not worth much, but this batch of goods is quite valuable. Since it cannot be preserved anyway, let's take a gamble.

Please trust me this once, they are also human

"This is not a military operation." Uncle Wang Wei was also extremely anxious, as the black bees were getting closer and his nephew was still dawdling.

Let me think about it some more. Wang Ju continued to gaze down the mountain, but it was the area down the mountain on this side.

However, a glimmer appeared in Wang Juyan's eyes

Young man, do you wish to fight

The mistress was eager to try again, and the young woman tugged at her hand.

Is it feasible?" Wang Quan asked with suspicion

As long as the goods are preserved without loss, I can agree on behalf of my employer to add one hundred guan in mule money for you said Zhu Qing through gritted teeth

"It is you two," shouted a subordinate of Zhu Qing suddenly at the two women

"Big Bull, what shall we use to piece it together? Almost all the laborers in the village are here..." said the old chief Wang Quan uneasily

However, he is relatively reclusive in the village and lacks significant charisma

"Get it done," said Li Sandog

Zhu Qing looked at the young man

"It is absolutely impossible; they are too formidable. The power of the gun was enough to rival that of the Duke of Ziyun," said Wang Xun, the only vendor in the village, with concern. He was considered one of the few 'knowledgeable' individuals in the village.

"Ziyun Gong, several Ziyun Gongs have emerged in the northwest." If it were not for the imminent threat of a great enemy, Wang Juneng would have been amused by him

Soon, dozens of strong men surged forward

Zhang Ziyun, in his youth, boldly ventured alone into the territory of the Qiang people to gather intelligence. However, he was detected by the Qiang and ultimately managed to escape through wit and luck. Unfortunately, he was struck by arrows multiple times and soon passed away, especially since he was a target of the Black Bee bandits. The arrogant are destined to fail

The reason is simple; they are old, young, and weak. How can they escape?

They are still human; look at them, not a single scout is present

As soon as we escape, everything will fall into chaos. They have horses, and in our eagerness to hurry along, we have not eaten or rested until now..." Wang Ju said the second sentence

Two strings of coins, old man, it's all or nothing

He detected the hidden meaning in the boy's words. Is success possible

Everyone was still hesitant, when Wang Ju said, "There are still five horses and some weapons..."