The restaurant is not big, so there is an Eight Immortals table. Zhang Luyao sits at the head table. Ji Sheng feels much better and sits opposite Zhang Luyao. He Qizhou and Lin Chuan sit on one side, and Xu Mu and Zhang Qingrou sit on the other side. The table is already
There were six cold dishes, and then six or seven hot dishes, and everyone chatted away.
It turns out that Hu Yuerong's experience was similar to that of Luo Yu. He was also in a poor family, unable to pay off his debts and fell into prostitution. He only had outstanding looks and could sing good songs. He gradually became popular in Taohua Pavilion and attracted children from rich families to spend huge sums of money. However, he was exploited by a brothel.
, he didn't save much money to redeem himself. Later, when he got older, his life became even more unsatisfactory, and he had to make a living by singing songs for others. It was at Zhang Luyao's house that Ji Sheng fell in love with Hu Yuerong at first sight and spent all his money.
He redeemed Hu Yuerong's life, which also attracted countless ridicules from his colleagues behind his back.
The last dish was squirrel mandarin fish, which was served by the chef himself. When Zhang Luyao saw it, he asked: "Why are you here?"
The cook, who was in his forties, put down the plate, glanced at Xu Mu, and then kept staring at He Qizhou. He Qizhou was a little embarrassed by the look. Just when he was about to stand up and say thank you, the cook turned around and said with a full
He wiped his face with his greasy sleeves, as if wiping away tears. Zhang Luyao walked over and asked, "Brother, why is this?"
The man said in a low voice: "I can't help but want to come and see the general's adopted son. I'm leaving right away. You can use your time."
Zhang Luyao followed the cook for two steps and lowered his voice and said: "Brother Cook, can you borrow some more money? People's wages have not been paid this month. How many days are left before the day of receiving salary?
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The cook immediately turned his head and said angrily: "I'm talking about Fatty Zhang, you are really a scoundrel. Do you rely on me as a little cook to support your prefecture? I even paid for this meal!"
It’s only been a few days since I received it and it’s gone? When did you pay back the money you borrowed earlier?”
Zhang Luyao turned his back to everyone, put his index finger on his lips and said, "Can you speak softly and give me some face? Let's go and report to Chen Yan what kind of good wine and food they had before leaving.
The next time I, Zhang Luyao, asked Mipu how much money he had extorted from the vegetable market. Anyway, he kept the accounts, so he was not afraid of making an extra sum. I gave him another piece of news, saying that the white scarf thief had escaped. I, Mr. Zhang, was a little bit
I'm scared, so I'm going to ask Ji Sheng to investigate secretly, and maybe even go to the bandits' den in Qimen Mountain. Also, because I can't raise food these days, I've reduced my appetite a lot, and I haven't eaten much.
He always gets angry for no reason and takes people out to vent his anger. Go ahead, it should be worth a dozen taels of silver reward. He may come to you often these days, and the money you lend me will be paid back soon.
Yes, remember to go to Peach Blossom Pavilion twice more when you have time, otherwise Mr. Chen will wonder why you ran out of money so quickly."
"Go, go, fuck your mother! We really don't have much money left. I'll take it later and come over later." After the cook finished speaking, he glanced at He Qizhou, turned around and left.
Zhang Luyao has really lost his appetite these days. Bad news comes one after another. Finally, he succeeded in saving someone today. He puts down a big stone in his heart. Looking at the children devouring the food, he is quite relieved and takes a sip.
Jiu sighed: "Ji Sheng, you should sell the fake as soon as possible and come back to investigate this case. You don't want to catch the culprit, just find out the details and see if it was someone from Qimen Mountain who did it."
I can say something even if I give you a quote. You should be careful yourself, this glass of wine is a farewell gift to you."
Ji Sheng stood up immediately and said: "I will definitely live up to your great trust."
Just at this time, two maids came up to change dishes and pour wine for everyone. One of them was Mrs. Zhang's maid Xing'er, and the other was Zhang Luyao's study maid. Zhang Luyao frowned and said to the maid
: "Have all the documents in the study been sorted out?"
The maid bowed and said, "Sir, everything has been sorted out and is waiting for your approval. It's rare to have so many guests. I'm afraid that Myolie will be too busy, so I came here to help."
Zhang Luyao nodded and said to everyone: "In the past few days, disaster reports from various counties have been flying in like snowflakes. They all want money and food. I won't accompany you. You young people, please talk more. Qingqing
Rou, be careful on your way to Jinling this time and take Mei'er with you. Tomorrow morning you and He Qizhou, Linchuan and the others will go to the pier, and I will see you off. Come here first, and then we can set off together."
After saying that, he left first. He Qizhou put away his casual look, bowed and bowed like everyone else, and sent the prefect off.
Xu Mu made a look to He Qizhou and said, "Miss Zhang, it's getting late. We have to go back. I wish you will become famous in the battle in Jinling."
While chewing the fish meat in his mouth, He Qizhou said vaguely: "Why don't you wish us well?"
Xu Mu said contemptuously: "If you two were half as strong as the Chen brothers, there might be some hope. If Lin Chuan is better, then..."
He Qizhou said angrily: "What's wrong with me?" Then he stretched his neck and looked at the two maids outside the door gradually walking away, and whispered: "Can't I still receive Long Yin's palm? Tell me what you are
How did you escape the short old man’s pursuit?”
Xu Mu said: "To be honest, I did underestimate your strength. You should have no problem passing the provincial examination. Chi Yuan and I had been chasing for almost a quarter of an hour at that time, and I could only rely on my physical skills.
I couldn't hold it anymore, so I had to find a way to go back to the magistrate's office to try my luck. The moment I turned from the alley into Ma Zou Street, my master who had been waiting for me at the alley gave me a helping hand.
He took my arm and jumped into the yamen wall together. When Chi Yuan chased him out of the alley, he must have looked towards Zouma Street at the first moment. He didn’t expect that I could enter the yamen so quickly. Master said that he was still searching in the house opposite the yamen.
After a while, with his cultivation, he probably would never have imagined the world-shattering feat made by his master." At this point, Xu Mu's eyes shone with light, and he murmured: "One day, I can do it too!"
He Qizhou waved his hand in front of Xu Mu's eyes and said, "Are you irritating me again? I can only climb over the wall, okay?"
With a 'pop' sound, Xu Mu slapped He Qizhou's hand away and said: "Put your paws farther away, but don't be discouraged. Not everyone can climb like you. It will be more useful to climb when you encounter real cliffs in the future."
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"It makes sense. It's the same as what my third uncle said. It turns out that comforting words are similar." He Qizhou lowered his head and said. Seeing everyone put down their chopsticks, he quickly stuffed something into his mouth and muttered: "Zhang Qingrou, then
Let's go. I really want to thank you today. When I have enough money, I'll treat you to a good meal in the capital. Then tomorrow we'll come over at Chenshi and set off together to fight against Jinling!"
Zhang Qingju said: "It's a deal, see you tomorrow. Mr. Xu, what are your plans next?"
Xu Mu said: "I will go north to the capital tomorrow and directly participate in the examination as a Jinling sect. I hope to meet again in the capital."
Zhang Qingrou wrinkled her little nose and said forcefully: "Well, I will definitely try my best. If you get to the capital, can you take me to see Mr. Xiao?"
He Qizhou said disdainfully: "Are you annoyed? I already have a fiancée."
Xu Mu smiled and said, "Okay, that's settled. We'll see you later."
Zhang Qingrou rolled her eyes at He Qizhou and smiled at Xu Muyan: "See you later!" Then she said goodbye to Lin Chuan with a fist in her arms.
Seeing Zhang Qingrou's smile, Lin Chuan seemed to be stunned. He cupped his hands and said nothing. Seeing this, He Qizhou pulled Lin Chuan over and said, "I'll see you tomorrow. I won't send you off."
He Qizhou and the other three people left the magistrate's office. It was already You hour. When they came to Yangzhou Avenue, it was still misty and rainy. The three of them walked slowly along the lake back to the inn. He Qizhou was always chattering about martial arts and various sects.
Xu Mu answered every question about the various factions, and did not forget to say a few words: "Qi Zhou is a country boy. Didn't your mentor say something like this?"
He Qizhou suddenly thought of the slippery Lu Baogen and said: "My master came here three times in ten years and taught me for less than two months. In the past six or seven years, he has not come once. When I was a child,
He said that I was too young and it was useless to talk about some things. When I grew up, it would be better if I never came once. What else could I say? It would be meaningless for him to come because I didn’t have a clear pulse! The third uncle said that he was in Zhongnan Mountain,
This time I go to the capital, see if I don’t take care of that old youtiao!”
While the three of them were talking, a black shadow suddenly flew out of the mist and struck Xu Mu's heart with a palm. Xu Mu was shocked. He didn't expect that someone would sneak up on him. The person who came was extremely powerful and he was already injured.
Unavoidable, he was thinking of using his step to dodge, but a faster wind blew past his ears and went straight towards the black figure behind him. There was only a bang, and the black figure fell down like a kite with its string cut off.
It flew out and fell into the lake with a splash.
Xu Mu was about to chase him when he heard Li Jichen's voice: "Don't chase him. That man is very skilled and there may be an ambush."
When He Qizhou saw this, he shouted: "It's a white turban thief. I saw the black figure covered with a white turban."
Lin Chuan reacted and said, "I saw it too."
Xu Mu laughed dumbly, well, these two guys are really good at acting, so they took this opportunity to clear themselves of suspicion, and immediately said: "Master, it's a white scarf thief, do you want to chase him? If he falls into the lake, he shouldn't be far away.
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Li Jichen said coldly: "How many times do you want me to say this? I will not interfere in government affairs. If you want to arrest people, go ahead and arrest them if you have the ability."
Xu Mu pulled Li Jichen's sleeve and said: "I'm sorry, master, thank you for coming to pick me up, let's go back." Seeing Li Jichen nodded, he whispered: "Master, your acting is not bad, those two
The kid's acting is too fake. Oh, by the way, that person is Chi Yuan, right? Is he seriously injured?"
Li Jichen said: "Chi Yuan wasn't hurt much, so I'll just lie down for more than half a month. Fortunately, you haven't had time to use Lanshan Step, otherwise it would basically be a leak! Chi Yuan's main intention was to test, and he only used seven or eight steps.
I have divided my strength, but it seems that I won’t be able to draw back my strength anymore. It’s not a good thing to be hit by that palm. Fortunately for you, there are seven people ambushing around you, so you don’t feel anything at all.”
Xu Mu said: "Actually, I sensed the other six people, but I didn't take them to heart. I didn't expect that old man to be so shameless."
Lin Chuan said that he noticed the two of them, they were probably police officers. Li Jichen asked He Qizhou curiously: "What about you, how many have you discovered?"
He Qizhou wiped the sweat from his forehead and said, "There were five at first. Later, Mr. Li drove Chi Yuan away, and the last one slipped away quietly. Maybe it was Long Yin."