"My lord!"
A quarter of an hour later, as the army was preparing to set up camp, a restless Han Shizhong once again came before Han Mo.
"Since my left and right are idle with nothing to do, I plan to enter the city to take a look. I'll trouble Captain Han to change into plainclothes and accompany me into the city."
Looking at the still somewhat youthful Han Shizhong, Han Mo's face immediately broke into a smile.
A strong support, this was a true strong support!
Especially since he had saved his future wife from Xin Xingzong this time.
Moreover, to fulfill their wishes, Han Mo had personally escorted his wife to him over a thousand li.
Thinking about it this way, Han Mo felt that he had been too good to Han Shizhong.
However, even Han Mo himself did not notice that when he looked at Han Shizhong, his gaze was exactly like those strange uncles in later generations who tricked little girls into watching goldfish.
"Yes!"
Although Han Shizhong felt a little uncomfortable inside, Wang Bing had already told him before they came to protect Han Mo closely, and absolutely not allow Han Mo to suffer any harm.
The military order was like a mountain. No matter how unwilling he was in his heart, he could only endure it at this moment.
After changing into plainclothes, Han Mo, along with his retinue and Han Shizhong, entered Mingzhou City.
As soon as they entered Mingzhou City, they could immediately feel the difference between this city and other cities in the Great Song Dynasty.
At this time, other cities in the six southeastern prefectures were in a state of constant anxiety. The streets were as desolate as they could be. However, Mingzhou City at this moment still had an air of prosperity and festivity.
On both sides of the wide streets, there were all sorts of shops. Of course, as a port city, the air was also filled with the strong smell of fish.
"Young master, look, that person is dressed so strangely!"
Not long after entering the city, Jiang Yan spotted a Korean wearing a tall hat.
"That should be a Korean sea merchant. Don't be so surprised, there are many such people in Mingzhou City!"
"I say, Captain Han, can you stop being so nervous and relax a bit?"
Compared to the guards around Han Mo, Han Shizhong seemed somewhat out of place.
Even though they had entered Mingzhou City, at this moment, he still maintained his high level of vigilance, his right hand constantly resting on the hilt of his saber, as if he were ready to strike at any moment.
"This..."
This time, Han Shizhong was a little embarrassed.
Although he was young, he had been in the army for quite some time.
Having grown accustomed to a life of danger, even after entering the city, he was still unable to relax for a while.
"Don't worry, this is a city of the Great Song. I don't think anyone would dare to harm us within the city!"
"Yes!"
Although he agreed, the habits formed over many years were not something that could be changed in a short time.
"Hahaha!"
Seeing Han Shizhong's awkward gait as he walked, Liang Hongyu couldn't help but burst into laughter.
With Liang Hongyu's laughter, Han Shizhong became even more embarrassed.
She was already extremely beautiful, and her smile made her even more breathtaking. In front of such a beauty, any man would surely be unable to remain indifferent.
Han Shizhong merely glanced at her, and his entire face immediately turned red to the roots of his neck.
This time, he was even more unsure of how to walk.
"Alright, alright, stop laughing. Let's find a place to stay first, rest well, take a bath, change clothes, and then we'll make plans!"
Seeing Han Shizhong trip over his own feet and almost fall, Han Mo smiled and smoothed things over for him.
"Young master, are we going to the posthouse this time?"
"If we stay at the posthouse, won't our whereabouts be exposed? I think we should find an inn. We're not short of money anyway. Let's find a good inn, have a good meal, and rest!"
"Yes!"
Hearing Han Mo's words, Jiang Yan immediately became spirited.
Traveling with the army all this way, if nothing else, they had really suffered in terms of food.
Although these loyal retainers had no particular pursuit of food since the day they started training, they had never been mistreated in terms of food since they had been by Han Mo's side recently.
Not to mention delicacies, but basically every meal included chicken, duck, fish, and meat.
Compared to their previous meals, the army's food was simply pig slop.
Even loyal retainers like Jiang Yan could only force themselves to eat it every day.
"Young master! Look over there!"
After wandering around the street for a long time and finally finding a satisfactory inn,
Just as Han Mo was about to pay to check in, Jiang Yan suddenly lowered his voice and whispered in Han Mo's ear.
Following the direction of his finger, Han Mo was stunned.
Opposite them, several Japanese were carefully directing cart drivers to drive several loaded carriages into an alley.
"It really is a case of enemies meeting on a narrow road! Send someone to see where they are staying and inquire how long they plan to stay!"
Han Mo had originally thought that these guys should still be on the road at this time.
After all, they were carrying a large amount of copper coins, and if they couldn't ensure their safety, they probably wouldn't dare to risk traveling.
But he hadn't expected that these people were really bold. Even in this time of war and chaos, they dared to travel in haste with so many copper coins.
"Yes!"
Jiang Yan sneered and immediately sent a subordinate to quietly follow behind them.
"Young master, I've inquired clearly. They are staying here tonight and plan to set off tomorrow morning!"
"Planning to run away tomorrow morning? Is there such a cheap thing in this world?"
Hearing Jiang Yan's words, a cold smile appeared on the corner of Han Mo's mouth.
"You send someone immediately to deliver this official document to the Mingzhou Prefecture. Tell the prefect that if the copper ban is not implemented well, he can explain it himself at the Pacification Commissioner's Office!"
As Han Mo spoke, he took out an official document from his embrace and handed it to Jiang Yan.
This letter was specially written by Zong Ying in the name of Zhao Zhen when he was in Suzhou City, and it was also affixed with the great seal of the Pacification Commissioner's Office.
"Don't worry, young master, I'll go right away! I'll go this time!"
Jiang Yan took the official document and said excitedly.
"No, you don't have to go. Send a stranger to deliver the letter, and then don't come back here for now. Find an inn nearby to stay!"
"Young master, you mean..."