"Oh?" Du Wei froze for a moment.
Then he frowned and stood up: "Take me to the leader of this caravan!"
Toya breathed a sigh of relief, and quickly said: "Sir, our Desert Fox mercenary group is a formally registered mercenary group in the Northwest Desa Province, and pays taxes on time. It is absolutely loyal to the Tulip family! This This matter, no matter what conspiracy there is, has nothing to do with us!"
Du Wei smiled, and patted the nervous man: "Don't worry, I know, you are just guards, and you don't know what's going on."
After being comforted by this distinguished guest "from the Tulip family", Toya was really relieved. He walked out of the tent with Du Wei and Qiao Qiao, and said in a low voice, "Sir, do you want me to summon someone to control the leader of this caravan first?"
Du Wei smiled: "No need."
Toya laughed dryly twice, and saw Qiao Qiao standing aside with an indifferent expression—with such a master, how could he need help from his own people
The leader of the caravan lived in a separate tent, and when people outside saw Du Wei and Toya coming, they did not dare to stop them. Du Wei asked Toya to wait outside, and he and Qiao Qiao walked in directly.
The leader of this caravan is a middle-aged man in his forties. With brown curly hair and a snub nose, he seemed to be a Rolander with prairie blood—there are a lot of people like this in the border areas, so it's not surprising.
Seeing Du Wei coming in, the caravan leader was startled, and then his face was filled with a smile: "Ah! It turned out to be the honorable Mr. Harry Potter. I..."
Du Wei looked calm, walked directly into the tent, sat down on his own, then looked at the caravan leader, and said calmly: "Sir, I have a question for you, please be honest Answer me... Excuse me, do you have a letter with you?"
As soon as these words came out, the caravan leader suddenly changed color and took a step back. Subconsciously, he touched the scimitar worn by his waist - in the border area, many people are used to wearing this scimitar commonly used by grassland people.
But seeing Qiao Qiao's indifferent eyes, the caravan leader immediately broke out in cold sweat - he just witnessed Qiao Qiao's strength. He asked himself that he was no match for this female warrior. So the hand touched the handle of the knife. But let it go again. He just stared at Du Wei nervously: "Your Excellency, this is my private matter, please don't ask me! Otherwise, it may not be of any benefit to you!"
Du Wei smiled. He looked at the caravan leader and said with a smile, "Oh?"
"Not bad!" The caravan leader regained his composure, gritted his teeth and said, "Your Excellency, although I am surprised by the strength you and this beautiful lady have shown... Moreover, I can also recognize your accent. It should be With a strong northwestern accent! I think the two of you should also be from the Northwest! Therefore, I advise the two of you, please don’t ask about this matter! No matter what you hear or see, please bury it deeply in your heart Right! I will always remember the life-saving grace of the two of you tonight. I will pretend that I didn’t hear what you said just now... Otherwise, although the two of you have outstanding strength, in this place in the northwest... there are still some things, some people, it is best not to go to the two of you. Provoked!"
Although these words were soft and hard, there was no lack of sincerity in the tone. Especially when it comes to the life-saving grace just now, the caravan leader's eyes, at least in Du Wei's view, are still very sincere.
Du Wei's heart suddenly moved, and he remembered something. The cold smile on his face became gentler. Looking into the eyes of the caravan leader, he suddenly asked, "Are you working for the Tulip family?"
"You!" The caravan leader's face changed, and suddenly there was a glint of desperation in his eyes, and then he gritted his teeth suddenly, knowing that he was invincible, he still pulled out the scimitar, and at the same time put his other hand into his arms …
"Don't worry!" Du Wei smiled. He touched it from his bosom, took out a golden badge, and waved it in front of this guy: "You should recognize this."
The leader of the caravan was stunned, staring intently at the things in Du Wei's hands, he couldn't help shaking, and suddenly lost his voice: "Gold badge?! Ah! You are from the Tulip family?!"
He didn't hesitate any longer, and quickly knelt down on one knee: "Sir, please forgive my presumptuousness just now, I don't know your identity..."
The badge in Du Wei's hand has a strange shape, with a pattern of a flame tulip engraved on it. This is the symbol of the identity of the people in the Tulip family. Moreover, in order to prevent counterfeiting and counterfeiting, each badge bears a set of special numbers. This group of numbers is Arabic numerals specially compiled by Du Wei, and outsiders will never know what it means.
This kind of badge, from the black iron badge to the highest-level gold badge, was specially assigned to a group of secret personnel who were in charge of instigating rebellion on the grassland before the head of the Alpha bodyguard.
The leader of this caravan is naturally also a "dark thread" who is responsible for traveling to and from the grasslands and serving the Tulip family.
Seeing that Du Wei took out the gold badge, the caravan owner was relieved after distinguishing the authenticity, but his attitude was even more respectful: "So it's... Your Excellency."
He didn't know how to address Du Wei, but to be able to hold a gold badge, he must be someone with a very high status in the family. It is not an exaggeration to call him "adult".
After all, according to the legend, only their supreme leader, His Excellency Alpha, and Mr. Philip, who is said to be the most trusted by the Duke's side, can hold the gold badge. I haven't heard of anyone else holding such a badge yet.
However, what happened to the caravan leader could not be related to the Duke of Tulip—after all, no one would have thought that the Duke, who was so busy with his daily affairs, would suddenly run into the desert without making a sound.
Afterwards, the caravan owner honestly explained his identity as Alpha's subordinate, who was responsible for traveling between the empire and the grassland, using his identity as the caravan owner as a cover to inquire about the movements of the various ethnic groups and tribes on the grassland , and is also responsible for delivering some letters and messages.
Without waiting for Du Wei to propose, he took the initiative to take out a secret letter hidden in the interlayer of his clothes and handed it to Du Wei. , give this letter to Patriarch Saladin."
But Du Wei only glanced at it, and didn't take it over, so he said directly: "You can take it."
He didn't need to read it to know that he couldn't understand the contents of the letter now!
Because of Du Wei's "creativity", he has long ordered that all correspondence with Saladin on the grassland must not use the normal writing mode, but all use "passwords"!
The cipher invented by Du Wei is also derived from his previous life knowledge: the contents of the letters exchanged are composed of some strange numbers. Even if outsiders saw these numbers, they would not understand what they meant! And only you know!
When Saladin received this letter, he would take out a book that he carried with him, and according to the numbers on the secret letter, turn to the page, line, word, etc... Finally, the Restore the original text of the letter!
This method of keeping secrets does not currently exist on the Roland Continent. It can be said that it is Du Wei's original method to lead this era.
The "Codebook" agreed upon by Du Wei and Saladin is nothing but the most common "Sacred Book" of the Temple of Light on Roland Continent! If those believers in the Church of Light knew that Du Wei actually used the sacred scriptures as codebooks, they would definitely charge Du Wei with disrespect to the gods...
Du Wei didn't carry the "Teaching Book" with him, so even if he opened the letter, he couldn't understand the content of the letter. Anyway, since it was determined that the leader of the caravan was "one of our own", the goal was achieved. Then Du Wei told this guy, as long as he completed his task.
But... There is actually a group of horse thieves who know they want to come and snatch this letter? !
Could it be that other tribes on the grassland already knew of the secret collusion between themselves and Saladin
Reminiscent of the confession made by the previous captives, this gang of horse thieves has secretly connected with some tribes on the grassland... Then it seems that other tribes on the grassland are about to move now!
snort!
Du Wei sneered, and when he turned to the leader of the caravan, his face calmed down: "You better be careful, your identity should have been exposed! Because the horse thieves tonight came for the letter on your body So, along the way, I'm afraid you will encounter some dangers."
The leader of the caravan looked awe-inspiring, his expression was full of determination and determination, his tone was dignified, and he said slowly word by word: "My lord, my life was saved by Lord Alpha back then, and I have sworn allegiance to the family." Even if I serve the family and die unfortunately, the family will take care of my wife and daughter, so I am not afraid of death."
Du Wei stared at the leader of the caravan. After a while, he nodded solemnly, walked to his side, patted his shoulder, and said in a deep voice, "Thank you! Believe me, your hard work will pay off! Because of your efforts, the borders of the empire will be strengthened!"
After a pause, Du Wei smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll help you solve the problem of those horse thieves. You just take people and continue on your way... However, since your identity has been exposed, then continue to use this business There is no need for the caravan to cover up your identity. I suggest you, it is better to leave the caravan and leave the goods alone. You can ride lightly, deliver the letter as soon as possible, and complete your task!" After finishing speaking, Du Wei and Qiao Qiao walked out of the tent, and the caravan leader sent him to the door. At Du Wei's request, in order not to reveal Du Wei's identity, the caravan leader did not give a big gift.
Du Wei found Toya who was guarding outside again, and said seriously: "Mr. Toya! You desert fox, would you like to do a little favor for the Tulip family?"
Toya was overjoyed. Being able to join the most powerful Tulip family in Northwest China was a dream come true for a medium-sized mercenary group like the little Desert Fox! He nodded quickly.
"Very good!" Du Wei made a promise to Toya: "Mr. Toya, I will give you one thing, if you can do it well. Then after this thing is completed, you can go directly to Loulan Find Mr. Philip at the Tulip Duke's mansion in the city... Do you know who Mr. Philip is?"
Toya couldn't help muttering in his heart: Philip...the most trusted person around the Duke of Tulip, the chief executive of the Tulip family, who doesn't know the northwest region? He nodded quickly: "Of course I know!"
Du Wei smiled slightly: "The thing I entrusted to you is that you choose a dozen of the best people from the subordinates you brought this time! Then protect the caravan leader alone, leave the caravan brigade, and go to Where he is going! If you encounter a dangerous situation, you must protect his safety no matter what, understand?"
Toya nodded, and couldn't help asking: "Then this caravan..."
"You don't have to worry about the caravan. As long as you protect the leader, you will be considered as an excellent completion of my commission. As long as this matter is done well, then Mr. Toya, please tell the group of your group Mr. Chang, you Desert Foxes will win the sincere friendship of the Tulip Family from now on, and you will be in the northwest region, within the sphere of influence of the Tulip Family. You Desert Foxes will enjoy the same preferential conditions as the Snow Wolf Mercenary Corps!"
Toya heard this. Can't help but beam with joy!
The same preferential conditions for the Snow Wolf Mercenary Corps! With the support of the Tulip family, the Desert Fox will become the top mercenary organization in Northwest China, just around the corner! !
Seeing Toya's excited and surprised look, Du Wei added: "Remember that this matter is a secret, so don't say anything! Tonight you will bring the selected people and immediately follow the caravan Leader, get out of the main force and go on the road!"
Toya hurriedly suppressed the excitement in his heart, turned around and left, and went down to select people.
Soon, Toya picked twenty of his most trusted ones. The best subordinates. Du Wei asked him to take someone to find the caravan leader and set off overnight.
And as for being in the caravan. With the remaining thirty mercenaries, Du Wei suddenly thought of a new idea! !
Called the thirty mercenaries in front of them. Du Wei took out thirty large and small "purple crystals" from his bosom, and each gave a small piece. Then he looked at these people with a smile: "Everyone, the task of protecting this caravan is over here! I have handed over your rewards to Mr. Toya. And the amethysts I sent to you are given by me myself." An extra reward for you. But in exchange, I will give you a new mission!"
Du Wei smiled sinisterly at the moment, pointing to the purple crystal in everyone's hands, and said with a smile: "Now, everyone, everyone chooses a direction, and it is best not to have the same or overlapping directions. And the one I handed over to you The task is to... select your direction, and then each of you will have a horse, bring food and water, and move forward as fast as you can. I ask you to walk for at least two days! Then, even if your task is completed You can go home now! Anyone who has completed the task, after returning to Desa Province, can go to the Loulan City Mansion and receive 100 gold coins per person!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone was in an uproar. These mercenaries looked at me and I looked at you, and everyone's faces flashed surprise.
Du Wei said slowly: "I know that it is dangerous to walk alone in the desert for two days! But I believe that you are all experienced mercenaries, and you have not gone to this desert once or twice. Yes. If someone is unwilling to do such a task, you can quit now. But if you choose to do it... I also want to remind everyone, if you get lost in the desert or die of hunger and thirst, don't hate me! "
The mercenaries burst into laughter, and someone immediately shouted: "Sir, we are all experienced! This desert is dangerous to outsiders, and we don't know how many times we have walked! Even if it is closed You won’t get lost even if you close your eyes!”
"Exactly! As a mercenary whose destiny is adventure, it would be a shame if he gets lost and dies on the road of adventure! Hahahaha..."
Qiao Qiao next to him saw it in his eyes, of course he understood Du Wei's intention in his heart, and couldn't help but secretly sighed Du Wei's insidiousness...
I have played a thousand tricks, isn't that enough... Du Wei winked at Qiao Qiao, and said in a low voice: "That dead monster will soon see through our tricks and come after us in the northwest! When the time comes, there are so many ecstasy formations here again for him, let him find them slowly... If he wastes a little more time, we will have an extra chance of escaping."
Soon, these mercenaries received Du Wei's benefits and rode away one after another.
Seeing the departure of a large number of mercenaries, even the leader of the caravan left overnight. The rest of the caravan to people. Be told: All take orders from Mr. Harry Potter. Just follow Mr. Harry Potter.
After all, this weird order was announced by the leader of the caravan. Although the people below were puzzled, they didn't ask too many questions.
As for the safety of all the mercenaries leaving... Don't be kidding! Don't you see this beautiful lady in white? With her here, do you still need to worry about horse thieves? She alone is stronger than all the previous mercenaries combined.
After all the people who should go have left. Du Wei immediately became the temporary leader of the caravan. He ordered that everyone continue to rest. As for those horse thieves, Du Wei is merciless!
These robbers in the desert kill people and steal goods, and none of them are not damn gangsters. Du Wei mercilessly ordered that all be buried in the sand!
This bloody wrist turn made no one in the caravan dare to question Du Wei's identity as the leader.
Occupying the big tent of the original caravan leader alone, Du Wei made a fire outside and sat with Qiao Qiao.
"Guess. After the horse thieves who fled back tonight report. When will those guys come after them again?" Qiao Qiao asked Du Wei with a smile.
Du Wei laughed, lay on the ground with his head in his arms, and looked up at the starry sky: "I don't care. It's just a group of horse thieves. In the final analysis, they are just a mob. Even if those captives talk hard and say that their leader is a very Powerful guy... Hmph, how can a leader of horse thieves be so powerful? I hope they will come soon, we can deal with these guys. We can also leave early."
Du Wei and Qiao Qiao are very relaxed.
indeed. How powerful can a leader of horse thieves be? With the strength of Qiao Qiao's eighth-level warrior and Du Wei, who is also quite skilled, look at the mainland. As long as you don't meet a holy rank powerhouse, there is nothing to worry about at all.
You know, even the Grand Knight Commander of the Holy Knights of the Temple of Light is only at the eighth level!
A horse thief
Du Wei didn't take it seriously.
"I'm more interested now, but that dead ladyboy... hehe, I don't know what expression he would have when he saw the more than a thousand magic senses we left behind... Hahahahahahaha..."
Du Wei smiled happily, and Qiao Qiao, who was beside him, leaned over gently and lay beside Du Wei, looking at the starry sky together.
At night in the desert, it seems that the stars all over the sky are extraordinarily bright, and you also look at the stars with a helpless face, sulking? " Du Wei giggled.
However, Qiao Qiao moved her body, moved closer to Du Wei, said in a soft voice, "Leave that guy alone... Du Wei, I think, this way..."
Seemingly hesitating for a while, she summoned up her courage and said softly, "It's great to be able to lie down with you and watch the stars like this. As long as I can stay with you like this all the time, even if I continue to be hunted down like this, I don't care." it's..."
At the end, her voice trembled slightly, as if even her heart trembled slightly...
Although Du Wei was silent and didn't answer anything, but in this situation, under the starry sky, a beautiful girl beside you confides her heart to you. With such a wonderful scene, I'm afraid there are very few men in the world who can't be tempted, right
At least, Du Wei felt helplessly that the hard ice in his heart that he insisted on resisting seemed to be melting unknowingly...
Unknowingly, a faint feeling seems to have quietly seeped into the air...
I don't know how long it took, but when both of them seemed to be in a state of ecstasy, finally, from the darkness, came a voice that made Du Wei's heart beat!
This voice was harsh and unpleasant, full of soaring resentment, falling into people's ears, it seemed to carry infinite resentment! !
"Hmph, I thought who spoiled my good deed! It turned out to be you!"
Following the sound, a dark figure slowly walked out from the dark corner beside him without making a sound!
This person came and appeared quietly, but there was no movement at all! Even strong men like Du Wei and Qiao Qiao didn't realize it beforehand! "Du Wei, as soon as I heard this voice, my heart immediately sank to the bottom of the valley!"
I rely on! God! I can't be so unlucky, can I? ! !
Just a horse thief leader! How could it attract this evil star? !
Du Wei didn't seem to have the slightest leisurely look, suddenly the hairs all over his body stood on end, he jumped up suddenly, his eyes widened, and he stared at the visitor standing in the darkness! And Qiao Qiao, as if intimidated by the opponent's soaring murderous aura, couldn't help but tense up, staring at this guy.
The man came out of the shadows bit by bit, finally revealing his true colors.
He is not tall, and can even be said to be very short. But such a person exuded a dark and terrifying aura all over his body, his eyes were fixed on Du Wei, and there was an evil smile at the corner of his mouth.
"It's been a long time, Duke Tulip! I'm really pleasantly surprised to see you here!" There was endless hatred in this voice, and Du Wei could only force a smile when he heard it, but even he knew it himself , How ugly is my smile now!
However, he still took a deep breath, gritted his teeth and said, "Yes, it's been a long time... Your Excellency, Commander Lu Gao... Ah, I should call you now, Mr. Chishuiduan!!"