In the old days, when there were disputes between Jianghu figures, they would start with a tea ceremony, and this habit has been retained. If the tea ceremony is unsuccessful, the two sides will fight with swords against swords and guns against guns, or it will end in the defeat of one party, or directly Kill all the chickens and dogs without leaving any trace behind.

With the development of the times and the progress of society, it is naturally impossible for violence to continue like this, so as a compromise, gambling has emerged, and among them, the Nine-turn Linglong Game is the most cruel.

Different from the equality of other games, the appearance of the Nine Turns Linglong Game is usually one side is stronger and the other is weaker. According to the current situation, it is obvious that Dai Zhongyuan thinks that he is the stronger side, while Shen You and the others are in the weak position. .

Playing the Nine-turn Exquisite Game is the only opportunity for the weaker party to gain the right to dialogue with the stronger party. If the weaker party can win the bet, the weaker party will set the rules, or the weaker party will win directly.

And if the weaker party does not accept the game, then the stronger party can suppress it with all its strength, without caring about the morality of the world. Similarly, if the weak party cannot accept the game and loses in the end, the stronger party will also set the rules.

To put it bluntly, it's just that in today's society, two groups of Jianghu people can't solve the problem peacefully by talking about tea, and set up a game that seems to be more beneficial to the weaker party.

"Master Dai said that he will give you three days to prepare. During the Lantern Festival, he will be waiting for you at home. You can start at any time within three days. The target is the latest work in his study, whether it is calligraphy or painting, or what is on his desk. There will be a piece of work on display. If you can take it away when the time comes, it’s up to you.” After saying that, Wang Xiaosha clasped his fists again and turned to leave.

Shen You was stunned, obviously not expecting Wang Xiaosha to be so clean and tidy without any sloppiness, but he soon figured it out. In his memory, Wang Xiaosha was a famous figure in the world after all, so he could naturally feel it. He simply didn't stay for a long time because of his estrangement. After conveying his feelings, he left directly.

Facing the back of Wang Xiaosha and others leaving in a daze, Shen You said softly: "Take care!"

Indeed, people in the world of martial arts, who knows whose tomorrow? Who is your tomorrow, and whose tomorrow are you? Whistling by, in the wind of years, there is a little wandering, a little emotion, and a little sigh.

"What should I do?" Chen Qiushi was the first to ask uncontrollably as he watched Wang Xiaosha and others leave.

"It's okay, aren't there still three days left? Take one step at a time and look for opportunities when the time comes!" Shen You didn't express any more emotion, but just comforted himself gently.

To be honest, the Dai family has a deep heritage after all, and it is also a place where dragons and tigers are hidden. It would not be easy to go deep into Dai Zhongyuan's study.

Fortunately, I once walked around the Dai family compound under the leadership of Dai Luoshu, but at this time, who can guarantee whether there will be another agency?

"Why don't you go see Dai Zhongyuan openly, since you stayed there for a while anyway?" Bai Qian asked in a low voice, seemingly seeing the confusion in Shen You's eyes.

Shen You's eyes lit up and he said extremely excitedly: "Yes!"

Seeing several other people looking at him, Shen You nodded and whispered: "It is necessary to see Dai Zhongyuan. Then the four of us will be together, and immediately, at noon today. We can go and plant another one in the afternoon. Chess pieces, otherwise there is no chance of winning this game!"

Immediately, Su Qingqian and Chen Qiushi went to buy various snacks and supplements such as ginseng and deer antlers. Without saying hello in advance, the four of them took a taxi, and Shen You arrived at the door of Dai's house with ease.

After arriving at the door, an old man with a bald beard and white eyebrows wearing coarse clothes was sweeping the fallen leaves on the ground with a broom. Slowly, the broom intersected with the withered yellow leaves on the ground, making a rustling sound.

When Shen You and others walked to the door carrying gifts, they met an old man who was sweeping fallen leaves. He was not moving forward, but the old man was standing in front of them.

It seems unusually random, but it happens to be exactly at the right time, just like a plot that has been rehearsed in advance, and this scene appears at exactly this time.

Naturally, Shen You would not believe such a coincidence, especially in a family like this, which is usually loose on the outside and tight on the inside. It looks extremely loose, but in fact, if there is any abnormality, someone can respond at any time.

Immediately Shen Yougong cupped his hands and said to the old man: "Old man, let's pay a visit to Boss Dai Zhongyuan. Who do you think we need to inform him about?"

The old man slowly put down the broom and put it on the ground with one end, like an old and dying person. He glanced at Shen You with his dull, yellow eyes, and asked casually: "Oh, Where are you from?"

"We are also friends in the world of martial arts, and we have some connection with Boss Dai, so we came here specifically to pay a visit."

"Oh! I'll find someone to ask you. How can I inform you of my name?" the old man asked tremblingly, as if he would faint if he couldn't breathe.

"My surname is Shen, from Qianmen." Shen You cupped his fists and bowed.

"Oh, I got it!" The old man glanced at them, nodded and turned around to leave. However, Shen You clearly heard his cheeks twitching slightly when he heard the words Qianmen.

"This old guy is not simple!" Seeing the old man walking away, Bai Qianqian muttered in a low voice.

"How do you say that?" After all, these people have rich experience in the world of martial arts. After hearing what Bai Qian said, Shen You naturally thought that he must have found some clues and might be able to understand the situation of the Dai family in advance.

"Look at him, he looks sick and almost dead, and his eyes look expressionless, as if he doesn't care about anything. But you should be able to see that he suddenly looked at Qianmen when he heard He glanced at us, because I had been staring at him and observing him. This glance, I felt like a knife, piercing my heart, very sharp, very aggressive!" Bai Qian analyzed in a low voice.

According to what Bai Qianqian said just now, Shen You carefully recalled the old man's flash of eyes just now, and suddenly found some flaws. The eyes of a man who looked almost dying suddenly looked so domineering. It was obvious that this man was Master.

Hidden edge and restraint, this return to nature's calmness and calmness are enough to stand proudly in the world.

Just when a few people were talking in low voices, a young man quickly ran out of the door, came to Shen You and the others, clasped his fists very respectfully and said: "Dai Zhong has met Master Shen, but he doesn't know about Shen Clan." The Lord and his entourage are here in a grand way, and they are welcomed from afar. Our master has prepared some tea in the inner room and specially arranged for me to come and greet him."

Shen You saw that Dai Zhong was more than 1.7 meters tall. Although he could not be said to be tall and powerful, he had a faint calmness. At first glance, he was the type of Dai Zhongyuan's right-hand man.

Immediately, Shen You was not polite, nodded to Dai Zhong, motioned for him to lead the way, and walked into the courtyard.

The entrance was made of rectangular blue stone. You walked along the stone path inward, turned around the corridor three times, and entered the living room. Su Qingqian and Chen Qiushi did not speak along the way. They carefully observed the surrounding scene and tried to frame it. Carve it into your mind.

In the inner room, Dai Zhongyuan had already made tea. When he saw Shen You and others coming in, he waved for them to sit down. Shen You also looked at Dai Zhongyuan carefully, with sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, although there was a little fat on his cheeks. , does not affect the graceful demeanor of youth.

For some reason, Shen You suddenly thought of Yang Zhuma, the domineering man who matched Zou Qingmei's dream of playing the piano and the harp. Although he had never seen him, it was not difficult to guess his skills from the sporadic clips.

It is said that he is also the illegitimate son of the previous generation of the Dai family. Strictly speaking, he should be the same generation as Dai Zhongyuan. Inexplicably, Shen You suddenly felt that if there were not so many things back then, what would it be like if Yang Zhuma took charge of the Dai family?

Dai Zhongyuan didn't seem to notice Shen You's loss of expression, he laughed loudly and said: "Master Shen is really brave, is it possible that he will bring someone to break the situation today?"

"Master Dai, you are joking. We are not going to talk about anything else today. Although I have accepted the game, the rules of the world are rules and etiquette must not be broken. I am visiting the mountain gate for the first time specifically to pay you a visit!" After saying that, Shen You Then he took out the gifts that he had already prepared.

Dai Zhongyuan chuckled and said, "Master Shen, you're welcome." After saying that, he glanced at someone who had already come forward to take him over. After exiting, only Dai Zhongyuan and Shen You were left.

Seeing that Dai Zhongyuan did not take the initiative to speak, Shen You chuckled and said: "Boss Dai, we are new to Sijiu City, and it happens to be a restaurant where you are today. We want to disturb you for a meal. There are a lot of people, okay? !”

"No problem! How can there be a problem!" After saying that, Dai Zhongyuan gave a high-five. Dai Zhong, who had led them in, walked over quietly. Dai Zhongyuan whispered a few words in his ear, and then Dai Zhong He nodded and walked out.

At this point, Shen You understood Dai Zhong's role better. It was obvious that Dai Zhongyuan was communicating with them. Dai Zhong was always waiting at the door or protecting the law, but he pretended not to pay attention and casually chatted with Dai Zhongyuan about the customs of Sijiu City. Favor.

Lunch is very simple, but it has the flavor of the old Sijiucheng. Even the rice is the noodles with fried sauce from Sijiucheng, except for the special mullet stewed tofu. After all, Shen You came from Shandong, so he made it specially. It was prepared to welcome him. It is mixed with the aroma of cabbage, tofu, mullet fat slices, and garnished with chives and green leaves before serving. It is also full of color and flavor.

After they were full and full, the table was removed. Shen You and the others drank a pot of tea with Dai Zhongyuan. At about three o'clock, Shen You felt that it was time to leave. Just as he was about to leave, he was stopped by Dai Zhongyuan. Got it!

Then Dai Zhongyuan said something that made Shen You feel extremely surprised!
Chapter completed!