Some people tried to get close to this army, but the bright swords and guns in front of them told them that this way was impassable! These pedestrians and businessmen had no choice but to retreat. Seeing the murderous look of the Yueqi camp, no one dared to stroke the tiger's beard.

The cavalry battalion used real swords and guns, and the gleaming sharp blades frightened all the unarmed travelers and merchants. No one dared to step forward and ask for trouble.

The most important thing is that no one knows why the Yueqi Battalion did this. Is it possible that they have a special mission? Maybe they are performing a top-secret mission for the imperial court.

There were more and more pedestrians and business travelers waiting to pass, but because the Yueqi camp blocked the road to the east, a large number of these people were stranded in Tongguan City.

When Cheng Ji rushed to the east gate, it was when the merchants in the past gathered together and talked about it.

Many people knew Cheng Ji, so they immediately gathered around him and asked him why. Everyone looked anxious. After all, among these merchants, many of them trafficked fruits, vegetables, etc., and planned to transport them to Luoyang City. If they were in Tongguan

If we've been delayed here for a long time, won't all the fruits and vegetables be rotten?

There are also those visiting relatives and friends who are also very anxious. If they miss the appointed time, they will be in trouble.

How could Cheng Ji know the reason, but he still forced himself to calm down, explained the situation to everyone with a smile, and vowed that the matter would be resolved soon.

As the guard of Tongguan, he still has enough confidence in this three-thirds of an acre of land. If they dare to cause trouble here, they are asking for trouble!

The reason why Cheng Ji was so kind to these business travelers was because these business travelers in the past would show their respect during the holidays. As the saying goes, a cannibal has a short mouth and a soft hand when taking advantage of others. Cheng Ji collected the tolls and benefits from others, so he naturally wanted to

Do things for people.

After leaving the city, Cheng Ji immediately suppressed his smile and straightened his face. Looking at the soldiers of the Yueqi Battalion who were only a dozen steps away from the east gate of Tongguan, he suddenly felt angry and jealous.

He rushed forward and shouted angrily: "You are so wanton, Tongguan is such an important place. How can you people do this so recklessly? Why don't you retreat quickly? Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

There are not many Yueqi battalion soldiers guarding outside the east gate, only a dozen or so, but they are brave men carefully selected by Cao Liang. Although Cheng Ji's angry look is very scary, these Yue cavalrymen are

He had a look of indifference and indifference, looking at Cheng Ji as if he were an idiot.

Who do you think you are, daring to make noises here?

Cheng Ji originally expected to change his face and make these Yue cavalry retreat in the face of difficulties, but he did not expect that these people ignored him at all. He suddenly felt a great loss of face and ordered the Tongguan guards behind him to kill these Yue cavalry.

Blast away.

Before the Tongguan garrison came forward, Cao Liang had already led his men out and stood at the front. On Cao Liang's left was Shi Bao and Deng Ai, on his right was Yang Hu and Du Yu, and behind him was guard Fang Bu. There was such a group of people.

Surrounded by a large crowd of people, Cao Liang was full of momentum.

"General Cheng has such great official authority. Why, after leaving Tongguan City, can you still use your authority?" Cao Liang said coldly.

Cheng Ji's face changed. Of course he knew that Cao Liang, the commander of the Yue Cavalry School, was the rightful owner, but the rank of the Commander of the Yue Cavalry School was above him.

snake.

"It turns out to be Colonel Cao. But I don't know what Captain Cao and his people want to do here?" It was precisely because Cao Liang's rank was higher than that of Cheng Ji that Cheng Ji had to soften his expression.

Cao Liang sneered and said: "General Cheng, you are too lenient. I am acting more and more, so why do you need to explain me!"

Cheng Ji was stunned, after all, this is Tongguan's territory, how can it be considered to be lenient? What's more, there is only one road outside Tongguan, and you have blocked the road like this, what should you do to pass by pedestrians and troops?

Cheng Ji's face darkened and he said, "How can I ignore my duties and ignore them?"

Cao Liang said coldly: "General Cheng, what is your position?"

Cheng Ji didn't know what Cao Liang meant when he said this, but he still said: "A certain person is the governor of Tongguan, and he is ordered by the imperial court to guard Tongguan."

"Then since you are the governor of Tongguan, your jurisdiction is only the city of Tongguan. This is no longer Tongguan City. Do I still need to report to you how my Yueqi Camp will act?"

Cheng Ji's expression changed. As the name suggests, he is the governor of Tongguan, and his scope of responsibilities is indeed only within Tongguan City. Outside of Tongguan City, it is no longer his jurisdiction.

Therefore, strictly speaking, he could not interfere with how the Yueqi camp acted outside Tongguan City.

Of course, Cheng Ji had never realized this before, so he could often give orders whether in the city or outside the city. After hearing Cao Liang's words, he couldn't help but be speechless.

He smiled coquettishly and said: "Captain Cao, I have been acting under orders before, and I have offended many people. Please forgive me. Now the city gate is wide open, and I respectfully welcome Captain Cao to enter."

Cao Liang looked at him coldly, and saw that Cheng Ji's face changed faster than turning the page of a book. He was still looking arrogant before, but now he suddenly lowered his eyebrows and completely forgot about his previous expression.

It must be that the Yueqi camp blocked the road outside the pass, which seriously affected the traffic in Tongguan. Chengji was too hard, so he got softer.

Although Cao Liang is not the kind of person who will retaliate for his anger, he has not forgotten that Yueqi camp suffered from a night of freezing last night. Cheng Ji can stop him whenever he wants and let him go whenever he wants. Cao Liang will not let him do whatever he wants.

set.

"Cao also just received a military order, asking me to lead the Yueqi battalion to blockade the ancient Hanguan road and strictly check the people passing by. The enemy is currently facing us, and the Shu Kingdom has frequent secret operations, so we need to be very cautious." Cao Liang said nonsense.

In any case, it was impossible for Chengji to go to Luoyang to seek confirmation.

Even if Cheng Ji really had to go to Luoyang to seek confirmation, it would not help at all. After all, Xia Houxuan, the general who conquered the west, was a close friend of Cao Liang. Just getting a random military order from him would not count as Cao Liang acting beyond his authority.

Cheng Ji's face turned green and white for a while. He knew that Cao Liang was completely retaliating and talking nonsense, but he couldn't refute it because Cheng Ji couldn't go to Luoyang for verification, so even if Cao Liang was really lying, there was nothing he could do.

"You're cruel!" Cheng Ji had no choice but to walk away.

Cao Liang looked calm and relaxed. Anyway, Xia Houxuan didn't give him any time requirements. It didn't matter if he arrived in Chang'an three to five days late. Since he chose to fight with Chengji in Tongguan, Cao Liang

There is no time to take the initiative to give in.
Chapter completed!