Chapter 98 Ninety-seven: Drive away the tiger and swallow the wolf (please subscribe!)
The lobby of Xu Mansion.
The five elders of the family gathered together, looking serious.
Xu Congrong stood in the center with an angry look on his face. At this time, he only had one sentence in his mind, "People don't know what kindhearted people are in their lives, but once they make a mistake, the whole world will hear about it."
I think that Xu Congrong has read poetry and books since he was a child. Not only is he rich in academics, but with his family connections, it is more than enough to get a good name. But his father did not let him become an official. From the name he gave him, he can think of his elders' expectations for him.
But his talent in martial arts is not as good as that of his elder brother. The elder brother was arranged by the family to join the army for training, while he could only be responsible for the family's logistics and do things he didn't like to do as a merchant.
But he has never been one to compromise.
Let him do business, and he will definitely push the Xu family's wealth to new heights.
He did it, and he did it better and better, and the various industries run by his family gradually began to pass into his hands.
He is kind to others and willing to do good deeds.
He doesn't have the arrogance of a disciple from an aristocratic family. Everyone praises him for his good character and ability, and he has created a great reputation in Kunpeng City.
But these are of no use.
If he makes the slightest mistake, he will be dragged into the lobby by these old men for interrogation.
"...It was all that bitch who seduced me. I couldn't control myself for a moment, and I lost my guard and was plotted."
He felt aggrieved and settled the matter with one sentence.
The five elders were on top, looking at him with serious expressions.
After a long while, the great ancestor said: "That's it, let's let this matter go."
After all, Xu Congrong was also his direct great-grandson, so he could still be killed.
The younger men are becoming more and more incompetent.
It is true that one generation is not as good as the other, it is far worse than they were back then.
"But now that the incident has happened, it has dealt a huge blow to the reputation of our Xu family. Especially since your father has just gone to Beidu to take up his post, I am afraid that he will become a laughing stock among his colleagues because of this incident, but the impact needs to be eliminated."
"Xu Congrong, just shut up and think about it for half a year."
When Xu Congrong heard this, he felt depressed again, but was speechless.
I can only respond respectfully: "Yes, great grandfather."
"But the family business cannot stop. Do you have any good successors?"
"The child from the third room is a pretty good scholar. He has been studying at Hanhai Academy in Beidu for three years. He can be transferred back home to take over." The third ancestor suggested.
The second ancestor also said: "I have an impression of Shu Cong, but isn't Shu Heng better? He entered Ruhai Academy, so he is a direct descendant of the family."
"Ruhai Academy has a bright future. It would be overkill to go home at this time. Besides, the child may not be willing to do it. It's enough for me to read Shu Cong." The Third Ancestor insisted.
"Humph, the family needs him, so it's not up to him whether he is willing or not."
A few people had another discussion, and the argument was not big. They just wanted to make some pointers for the descendants of their own lineage.
After all, in the eyes of a few people, it's not a big deal.
Finally, we came to a conclusion and asked Shu Cong and Shu Heng to come back.
If two talented people work together, they can't be worse than Xu Congrong.
Moreover, power is decentralized, so if something like this happens again, the situation will not be disrupted.
The Fifth Patriarch, who has always been responsible for the family's external security affairs, is the youngest and more energetic. External intelligence is naturally his responsibility. At this time, he said: "According to the information obtained by witnesses at the scene, there was an old beggar circling the carriage.
After taking a look around, Congrong didn't find anything unusual?"
Xu Congrong looked embarrassed, "Back to Fifth Grandpa, at that time... I really didn't notice anything unusual at that time."
The fourth ancestor mainly maintained the internal security of the family, and said: "Fifth brother, please don't embarrass him. Someone who can quietly lay down such a barrier is something that an eighth-level person can easily detect. If you want to join the army, think again.
But are there any other clues that you have ignored, or which force is secretly targeting you, or is it targeting our Xu family?"
Xu Congrong was silent for a while. Thinking about the situation at that time, even though he was thick-skinned, he couldn't help but blush.
That void barrier seemed to separate the two worlds, trapping him for an hour.
The guards who came at the beginning were seventh-grade divine realm guards, who were helpless against the void barrier.
Then he invited the master from his father's and elder brothers' generation, Third Uncle.
He is the one with the highest level of martial arts cultivation among the previous generation, and has reached the sixth level of Dan Bao realm.
But he was also in a very awkward situation on this barrier. However, he was not convinced and remained in a stalemate for a long time, which made Xu Congrong attract more attention.
Later, I had no choice but to invite my grandfather.
Third Grandpa is still at home. His old man has reached the fifth-grade Yu Gang realm, and his movements are as strong as a heavenly sword.
Xu Congrong still remembered the shock when the sword fell. The whole void was trembling, the surrounding earth was shattered by the shock, and even the city wall was cracked with several ripples. It also attracted the attention of the Metropolitan Governor, who ordered them to repair the city wall afterwards.
No way~
The void barrier remained motionless.
It's really embarrassing for the boss. Now even the governor's house knows about him.
I think that Xu Congrong is also a frequent visitor to the Governor's Mansion, and he is someone who can sit at the same table with the Young Governor and His Royal Highness. Now I am afraid that he will be shunned.
In the end, the Fifth Patriarch took action and broke the void with a palm, saving him.
End this farce and stop the embarrassment.
As far as the people are concerned, this incident is just a hot conversation after dinner.
Maybe it will be lively for a long time and some people will remember it.
But there are hidden worries in the family, especially when the heritage of a thousand-year-old family is inadvertently exposed.
Just think about it: if any ancestor comes out, he will be in a state of immortality.
Even the lantern bearer doesn't have this strength.
Who knows if there is an older guy still alive behind the Xu family.
In vain, many forces in the city became afraid of the Xu family.
Xu Congrong thought carefully for a long time. Except for some wealthy and powerful children, his circle was all in the business field. There were many people with conflicts, but he did not think that these people could threaten him.
In the final analysis, the void barrier was too shocking.
The family is already speculating whether there is a powerful enemy secretly spying on the Xu family and paying great attention to this matter, otherwise it would not have caused a scene in which all the five ancestors appeared.
He couldn't talk nonsense about a business rival. Li Sui'an's mind flashed in his mind for a moment. It was satisfying to kill someone with a borrowed knife, but he had already handed over the family business and made peace with him.
If he does this and the investigation and punishment is wrong afterwards, it will only make him fall even further in the eyes of the clan elders.
He shook his head helplessly and said: "Four Grandpa, I really can't think of who it is from Congrong?"
Several clan elders looked at each other and had guesses in their minds.
But it's a bit elusive.
How can a noble family not have many enemies?
In the end, the Great Patriarch said: "This matter must be handled with caution. Fourth Lao, Fifth Lao, you have been strictly checking for hidden dangers recently, and your actions have been more covert. Our Xu family has not received so much attention for a long time."
"yes, Sir."
The two of them bowed and agreed upon hearing this.
"Xu Youwei, what are you going to do?" the Fourth Ancestor suddenly said.
Xu Congrong asked strangely: "What's wrong with Youwei?"
Just let her disappear from now on.
Xu Youwei is also within the third generation of blood. This kind of thing is a scandal, so we can't let him marry her.
The fourth ancestor knocked on the chair and said, "Xu Youwei is pregnant and is your flesh and blood. Your fourth uncle died fighting for the family. I am responsible for the internal security of the family. I cannot turn a blind eye to this and let his descendants feel chilled. I will give you time, you
Handle it with caution and try to give your third uncle an explanation."
Xu Congrong's head was buzzing, and it took him a while to realize, "...Yes."
…
Turtle Shou Hall.
Li Sui'an respectfully poured tea for Huang Henian.
Huang Henian looked at him with interest, "I was mistaken. I didn't expect you to show off your skills and make such rapid progress in martial arts!"
"How did you break through the ancestral aperture of the Divine Court?"
Li Sui'an said with a serious face: "Master Huang, I don't know if I have a strong inner body, but I can digest everything I eat very quickly since I started practicing martial arts."
"When I discovered this, I kept trying every possible means to find various cultivation resources."
"In the past six months, I have consumed countless pills, monster meat, spiritual rice, spiritual materials, etc. I have almost used up all the remaining wealth in my family, and now I still have a headache."
"As for breaking through the ancestral aperture of the Divine Court, it's not that difficult."
"I remember that it snowed heavily that day. After a good sleep, I felt full of energy. I felt that my eyebrows were clapping, and all the energy and blood in my body were spontaneously mobilized. Then it broke naturally. At that time, I didn't know what was going on. After all, I couldn't even temper my body.
None of them have been completed yet.”
"Later, I got some advice from Master Baihu, and I realized that I had the talent of divine soul. She told me that there are indeed some people in this world who can enter the divine spirit first and then temper their body. This is a special talent."
"I was a little secretly happy at the time. Fortunately, I could hold my temper and not be too arrogant. Master Baihu recommended me to join the Lamp-carrying Department and take the Lamp-carrying Examination. But I don't have the magic method to refine myself, so I'm afraid I won't be able to pass the Lamp-carrying Exam.
The assessment has passed." He made a disappointed expression.
Huang Henian smiled thoughtfully and said, "This is also your opportunity."
"I believe you have also experienced the benefits of Guishen Shexi Jin. Even if your junior disciples face warriors of the same level who are much bigger than you, they can easily defeat them. This is Turtle Snake Jin, and it may not be as good as those
The famous magical power Qi Jin is no worse than any other method in terms of strengthening the foundation, tempering the body and sustaining vitality."
"yes!"
Li Sui'an solemnly said: "After comparing with other qi jins, I feel more and more how wonderful the turtle and snake qi jin is. If Master Huang hadn't taught me the turtle and snake qi jin, Sui'an would still be confused to this day."
Huang Henian stroked his beard and said: "Idiot, if you hadn't gone through a lot of troubles and hardships, how could you have woken up overnight."
"This is the blessing that your Li family has accumulated over the years. It is a blessing that has arrived. As for the method of refining the gods, it is not impossible. If I ask you now if you still want to become my teacher, what do you think?"
Li Sui'an looked happy, "Master Huang, are you willing to teach me the method of refining the gods?"
"Disciple pays homage to Master."
On the spot, there will be three kneels and nine kowtows.
But Huang Henian held him back, "Don't be busy, I am not so casual about recruiting disciples. It won't be too late to make a decision after the brewery issue is resolved."
After chatting with Huang Henian for a long time, Li Sui'an left Guishoutang.
After going far away, I breathed a sigh of relief.
In the past, he wanted to stay at Guishoutang every day, but now he doesn't go there very often, of course because he can't learn anything new from Guishoutang.
But more importantly, it was his own reasons: for some reason, he always felt a little depressed when facing Huang Henian now.
This has never happened before.
However, despite all the past interactions between the two parties, Huang Henian had nothing wrong with him at all, and was instead very kind to him.
Because of this, his emotions were even more complicated.
Li Sui'an went home and took a look at the widow Xiao and gave her some advice. Xiao Xiaoci's health was much better and she could already move slightly independently. Knowing that Li Sui'an was doing something, she was very considerate and told him not to worry.
As expected of the widow Xiao, she just feels sorry for the man.
Li Sui'an returned to Dongcheng that night.
Facing the Beiye Gang, he didn't feel too worried.
So what about the Beiye Gang? If we fight, we will fight. What's wrong?
You have to ask, who gave him the confidence?
Then we have to ask the Xu family.
He almost died laughing.
One move of "Air Escape·Drawing the Ground as a Prison" actually forced out the boss of the fourth-level God-Seeing Realm.
The heritage of the old aristocratic family is certainly shocking, but it also proves how powerful the space barrier is. Only the fourth level can break the void.
How...fuck!
…
That night, he went to the White Tiger Hall of the Ax Gang alone and asked to see the leader of the White Tiger Hall, Hu Zilai.
Hu Zilai heard the report from his subordinates and greeted him enthusiastically. He was still dressed like a farm boy and spoke in a rough and bold voice.
No."
But he enthusiastically took the two jars of wine Li Sui'an carried in his hand, "Old wine, authentic, good wine!"
Li Sui'an is also a little smiling fox. "When the demons and ghosts besieged the city last time, I said goodbye to him on the city wall. I told him that I would treat Brother Hu to a drink if I had the chance. I just came here today when I have some free time."
"Okay, brother, you are interested. Please come in quickly and we can have a good chat. You really showed off your face today, old man, I almost dropped my jaw in shock."
Li Sui'an smiled bitterly, "I'm laughing at you, I might bother you more about this."
"No trouble, no trouble."
Hu Zilai probably guessed what he was thinking, but he didn't show it on his face at all. He waved, "Who, go and get me some dishes to go with the wine. Today, I want to stay with my little brother until we get drunk."
"
soon.
The two of them drank at each other's table, exchanging glasses for each other.
"As expected of a wine maker, this wine is strong enough."
Li Sui'an said: "Liquor is not considered top-notch. Zui Chunfeng is at best good in terms of consistency, purity, fragrance, softness, and strength. Simply speaking of strong liquor, it is still inferior. I wonder if I know a kind of strong liquor.
It’s called Snow Cold Mountain.”
"I know, it was brewed by the wine and meat Buddha in Black Stone Collection. But drinking too much of that wine will burn your heart, and it's not as refreshing as your Drunken Spring Breeze."
"That's true."
He is also considered a connoisseur of wine and will not belittle himself.
After chatting for a while, Li Sui'an simply went straight to the point, "Brother, you know me. Sui'an is a businessman. He just wants to run his own wine business honestly in his life, but some people don't want to see others live a solid life."
"A rabbit bites people when it's in a hurry, let alone a man of flesh and blood."
"Today I was impulsive and did something stupid. At the moment, there is a brothel and a casino in the east of the city that I am temporarily in charge of. But the Beiye Gang is powerful after all. Although we are not afraid of him, if it really makes a fuss, it will happen every now and then.
Even if you make trouble for me, this business won't work."
"I heard that the Beiye Gang and the White Tiger Hall have a long-standing grudge. I want to hand over these two places to me, but I don't know if I dare to take over?"
After hearing this, Hu Zilai slapped his hand on the table, "Brother, aren't you looking through the cracks in the door? You've made your brother look down on me for nothing. I'm just waiting for you to say a word. I'll help you with this."
No one can come. Let’s go!”
After saying that, he took Li Sui'an's arm and walked out.
When he arrived at the courtyard, Li Sui'an saw a group of dark men standing outside. Neat clothes, neat leather armors, and weapons. With so many people standing, the scene was completely silent, which showed that they were well-trained.
Under the light of the surrounding braziers, this group of warriors had a solemn and solemn atmosphere.
Hu Zilai said: "I don't want to hide it from my brother. I, the Baihu Tang, lost an important backbone earlier and have had several fights with the Beiye Gang. According to the gang leader, it is a big matter and a trivial one. But who am I, Hu Zilai?
Even if the demons and ghosts besiege the city, I would rather fight in person than let my brothers take the lead."
"Now my brother has been hacked, but I have nowhere to take revenge. It's not my style to hold it in and brood. I have long wanted to fight him with real swords and guns, but I have been worried about that, and I haven't found it.
Opportunity. Unexpectedly, I asked you, a businessman, to pick most of the Sirius group."
"Today I want you to know that the Ax Gang is not what it is today by bullying the people."
After saying that, Hu Zilai came to the front of the formation with his hands on his hips and said, "Young men, if anyone feels unwell tonight, I will allow him to withdraw, and I will not hold him accountable afterwards."
"Huhu~"
The night wind blew the brazier, and the place was solemn, with no one moving.
"Set off!"
There are no motivating speeches such as "when the wind blows, the clouds will fly, and there will be strong warriors guarding the four sides", and there are no generous rewards to boost morale, but the heroic temperament is clearly demonstrated with every gesture.
At his command, the entire Baihu Hall let out three low cheers.
"Tiger~" "Tiger~" "Tiger~"
The entire team immediately started moving quietly.
Orders and prohibitions were followed, and the elite marched at night.
Li Sui'an admired him endlessly, he was still hot as he was old.
"It turns out that brother, you have already made up your mind to destroy the Sirius group. If you are going to go out tonight, can you wait a little longer? I still have a few senior brothers at Ruyifang."
Hu Zilai's eyes lit up and he said, "Are the swordsmen on the city wall from last time also there?"
Li Sui'an said: "Brother Mu is naturally here."
Hu Zilai said: "That brother's swordsmanship is amazing."
"Okay, I won't beat around the bush with you. But there are also rules in the underground world, and it's not okay to show up without a name. You have already robbed the Beiye Gang in two places during the day, so it's not appropriate to take action again at night. Otherwise, the Beiye Gang will regard it as
If a foreign enemy invades, maybe all the troops will be dispatched to destroy your brewery first."
"Let's do this, you can become a guest of honor in my White Tiger Hall, and you can be considered a master. The rest of the brothers will also bear the mark of my White Tiger Hall."
Li Sui'an smiled and said: "It all depends on my brother's arrangements."
Soon, he went back to join Mu Zhou, Cheng Lin, and three people from the east.
The four of them were all wearing Baihutang's clothes and equipment and went out with the army.
There were sentries everywhere along the way, but they turned a blind eye to the people in the White Tiger Hall, and even waved flags to guide them in the direction!
Obviously Baihutang has been planning for today's situation for a long time.