The Golden Age
Chapter 181 Earth Fort
Biquge www.xbiquge.cc, the fastest update of the latest chapters of Sun Moon Fenghua!Westwind Fort is one of the hundreds of earthen forts located in the territory of the Utua Khanate.
Although the territory of the Wutuo Khanate is not as large as that of the Tang Empire, it is the largest country outside the Kunlun Pass. The geographical environment is complex. It has an endless grassland and a sandy land full of yellow sand, and it is even more desolate and dry. Great Gobi.
Whenever living in the sandy area, there will be wind and sand from time to time, which has much impact on people's lives.
Because of this, the construction of earthen fort is also indispensable. Rammed earth is used to build a wall to resist wind and sand. Most earthen fortresses are like a small county town. center.
The smaller one can hold thousands of people, and the largest one has a full range of wine shops and shops, which can accommodate tens of thousands of people.
Xifengbao is not the largest earthen fort, but it is located in an important road. There are not a few business travelers. It can be regarded as a relatively prosperous place in Wutuo. There are no less than 10,000 inhabitants. A few days ago, many merchants came from China. , So that the West Wind Fort is even more lively.
Qin Xiao's journey lasted more than a day. When he didn't know the road, inquire about it. Westwind Castle is a very famous place on the white wolf king's territory. It is not difficult to find here.
The closer to the Westwind Fort, Qin Xiao feels that the conditions here are worse. Although the Westwind Fort is not located in the sand, the surrounding area has begun to be invaded by yellow sand, and the Wutuo people seem to have no interest in managing the sand. In recent years, many places have been covered by yellow sand, and there are often wind and sand raging. Once the wind and sand rise, the sky will float and people will be miserable.
If a newcomer does not know how to protect, the sand and sand will intrude into his mouth and nose, and it will be painful.
Fortunately, Tang Rong is very familiar with the climate here. She bought two shawl scarves on the way early to wrap her nose and mouth so that she can resist even the wind and sand.
Qin Xiao didn't have much feeling for the merchants going to the west, but along the way, he really paid tribute to those caravans who were not afraid of difficulties.
Although it was their interests that drove them to go west, it was indeed a great achievement to let the goods circulate and even strengthen the mutual understanding and exchange of culture between the two sides after hardships.
At dusk, seeing a gloomy outline in front of him from a distance, Qin Xiao knew that there should be Westwind Fort, and said joyfully: "Sister Rong, Westwind Fort is in front, we finally arrived."
The few days on the way were really hard, and Tang Rong was also relieved to see West Wind Fort.
"After we go in, we will find the best inn to stay in." Qin Xiao said: "Then take a bath, change into comfortable clothes, and have a good meal, sister Rong, what do you like to eat?"
Tang Rong knew that Qin Xiao had been working hard these past few days, and said with a smile: "What you want to eat, I will eat with you. There are many restaurants in Westwind Fort, and you have everything you want."
As I approached the Westwind Fort, I saw a lot of figures standing in front of them, standing on both sides of the road. Soon, I saw those people running over here, waving their hands and shouting: "Guests from afar, hard work, hard work! "
Qin Xiao was surprised, wondering if the people here are so enthusiastic?
A bearded man rushed up first and said with a smile: "Does the guest want to enter the fort? Is there a place to live? I can introduce you to a good place."
"I have a good place here, and the price is very cheap." The person behind also called out: "I can clean you every day, and if you need anything, I can run errands for you."
One person yelled: "I have a place to live in the busiest street. Although the price is more expensive, it is very hot with people coming and going every day.
Trouble?How many of you are there and do you want a warehouse?Now there are not many places to carry warehouses inside."
Qin Xiao was a little dazed, and couldn't help asking, "Are you from the inn?" He wondered how the inn people would run outside to solicit business.
One person smiled and said: "The inn in the fort has long been full, and they are all long stays. How many of you are there? Is it a caravan?"
Qin Xiao said: "Just the two of us."
As soon as these words came out, the group of people was uninterested, some turned around and left, obviously because they were not interested in them.
Qin Xiao thought that these guys' complexions really changed quickly, and stopped one person and said, "Hey, what does this mean? Can't look at us?"
"You two, find a place anywhere." The man said: "If you have a lot of people and goods, someone in the fort can make room for you. It's just a residential building and the inn is gone."
"Even though we are two people, we still want a place to live." Qin Xiao smiled and said, "Don't look down on people, this big brother. Would you like to help us find a place to live?"
"There is a place to live, I'm afraid you can't afford it." The man said: "I also have a few small houses in my hand, one or two dollars a day, do you want to live?"
Tang Rong frowned and said, "The best inn in Westwind Castle. It only costs three dollars a day for a room. Your price is too ridiculous."
"Then you can go find cheap ones." The man didn't care: "The Tang people from the east and the Hu businessmen from the west have all come here this time. Not only are there many people, but they also carry a lot of goods. Finding a place to live is not easy. I have no money, so I can only sleep on the street."
Qin Xiao knew that what this guy said was true.
The merchants who used to trade in Tangren City now all come here to settle. The first thing they need is a place to stay. As a result, the price of the inn will rise naturally.
The inn was full, and the people in the fort vacated their houses to earn money, and the prices were expensive, just because they knew there was a demand.
If it were changed to the past, he would not accept the death of Qin Xiao if he lived for a couple of silver for a day.
However, his financial resources are not what he used to be. The treasures in his hand, not to mention the residence, really need to be replaced by silver, and it may not be impossible to buy Westwind Castle.
Moreover, he is not familiar with the situation in Westwind Castle, and needs a guide.
The most important thing is that Tang Rong is already exhausted after these days of tossing. Qin Xiao just wants to find a place for Tang Rong to have a good rest.
The man was about to leave, but Qin Xiao blew a whistle at the man. When the man turned around, he saw that Qin Xiao had thrown a piece of silver, and there were three or two. The man hurriedly caught it and smiled: "Yes. The money is easy. I will take you there and make sure to make your stay comfortable. By the way, I am Mutugan. You can call me Agan."
Tang Rong didn't say much.
When I arrived at the Tubao, I saw Wu Tuo soldiers guarding and some people registering. The two got off their horses. Mu Tugan had already said to Qin Xiao: "You have to register first when you enter. It's not troublesome."
The Wu Tuobing who was in charge of the registration did not look up, and asked, "Where did it come from?"
"Come from the east."
"Several people?"
"Two people!"
"How long will it take?"
"At most three or five days."
"What are you doing here?"
"We want to go to the Western Regions to take a look." Qin Xiao said, "Stop here."
"After entering the fort, don't cause trouble, otherwise you won't be merciless." Wu Tuobing registered and saw
Qin Xiao wears a knife on his waist and points to the knife: "You can't bring weapons when you enter. Stay here. When you leave, we will return it to you."
A Wu Tuo soldier on the side came up and asked Qin Xiao to hand over the Blood Demon Sword.
Qin Xiao frowned and said, "This knife is my family's treasure. You can't leave your body. You guys can relax."
"Don't go in with a knife." Wu Tuobing waved his hand: "Get out!"
Qin Xiao's face was a bit ugly. If it was an ordinary knife, it would be passed over, but this blood magic knife was extraordinary.
He took a piece of silver and handed it over, Wu Tuobing rolled his eyes: "You are going to bring the knife in, if Burke knows, our heads are gone."
Qin Xiao frowned, thinking that it seemed that this place was really strict, and he couldn't bring weapons in. The Wu Tuo soldier beside him seemed a little impatient, and he reached out and held the hilt of the Blood Demon Knife. Qin Xiao backed away and said sharply, "What are you doing?"
It was this retreat, Wu Tuo soldiers did not let go, "choking", the blood magic knife has been half drawn out, and the blood red blade suddenly appeared.
Qin Xiao probed open the hand of Na Wu Tuo soldier and put the knife into its sheath.
The two Wu Tuo soldiers looked at each other and both showed strange expressions. The registered Wu Tuo soldiers had already stood up, the corners of their eyes twitched, and suddenly raised their hands and said, "Go in!"
Qin Xiao suddenly thought that the owner of the Blood Demon Sword was Zheng Qianqiu, the ancestor of the Blood Demon. Zheng Qianqiu was regarded as the Great God of Fire by the Wu Tuo people. Did this Wu Tuo soldier recognize the Blood Demon Sword, so his attitude changed immediately?
Obviously Mu Tugan was also a little surprised. He didn't expect Wu Tuo Bing to let Qin Xiao go in and hurriedly said: "Let's go." Leading the way, Qin Xiao glanced at Wu Tuo Bing, and saw Wu Tuo Bing lowered his head. Dare to look at yourself, immediately led the horse, and followed Mu Tugan into the West Wind Fort with Tang Rong.
Most of the houses in Westwind Fort are built of earth and stone, and the roads are all dirt roads, and people come and go. Here you can really see the many hustling merchants from the Western Regions, and there are not a few Tang people.
Mu Tugan took the two to a street. The street was narrow and the ground was uneven. The houses on the side were built of rammed earth. Before a mud house, Mu Tugan said, "This is your residence, what do you need? , Just tell me."
Qin Xiao saw that there were only two rooms in this earthen house. Except for the main hall, there was only one room. When he opened the door, it was very empty. He couldn't help but said, "Is this house worth one or two dollars a day?" It felt like this was the most shabby place in West Wind Fort. .
"You can live." Mu Tugan gave a sly smile: "The price of a better place than this is very expensive, do you want to check it out?"
"Fine, just here." Tang Rong said.
Mu Tugan bowed a salute and said, "I will see you in two days." That means he will come to collect the rent again when the lease term expires, and he will turn around and leave without talking nonsense.
Qin Xiao tied the horse outside. Tang Rong saw Qin Xiao’s deceived expression, her heart was funny, and said, “It’s quiet here, there are not many people, and it’s not a bad thing. Let’s live here, and look back to find out if Yuwen Chengchao is. Not already in the castle."
Qin Xiao nodded, and looked back at the street, only to find a figure retracted into the alley, frowned, and whispered: "Sister Rong, we seem to have been targeted!"
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