The waves are slow and the boat is moving, the moon is bright and the wind is clear.
Yang Chaoxi felt a little guilty in his heart. Looking back on the past few days, Tan Qing stayed in front of the bed, taking care of her without taking off her clothes, and she shed countless tears. How could it be summed up by "familiarity"?
And Tan Xiangchu revealed his Taoist name with one word, which shows that the name "Chong Lingzi" has been known to the Tan family for a long time. As for the reason, it was after Tan Qing learned the swordsmanship and fists from him, he kept thinking about it in his mouth and heart.
, it is this senior brother "Chong Lingzi" that everyone in the whole family knows about.
The Qin family has been doing business for several generations, and in Qin Xiangchu's generation, he happened to have a relationship in the palace and became a wealthy and noble imperial businessman. Although they are not as demanding as those of the rich and powerful families when it comes to their children's life-long affairs, they also pay attention to being well-matched.
It is not an ordinary country boy who can reach such great heights.
Therefore, Tan Xiangchu asked this question not only to test the relationship between Yang Shaoxia and his daughter, but also to take the opportunity to find out his origin. In addition, why did his daughter Tan Qing rush into dangerous places so rashly that she broke through?
His identity as a Zoroastrian Celestial Protector?
Just after some observation, my daughter seemed to be a little different from other men about this "Charming Son" Yang Shaoxia. As a parent, she naturally started to explore, wanting to find out the truth first, and then seek advantages and avoid disadvantages.
Yang Zhaoxi struggled for a moment, and could only answer carefully: "Uncle Qin Shi, my nephew worked at Linji Temple five years ago. Because the two temples competed in martial arts and exchanged Taoist methods, he and Junior Sister Qin got closer. Recently, I suddenly heard that Shui Xizi
Luo Rou died in a disaster, so she was sent by Master Gongsun Guan to go down to the mountain to help the sisters of Linji Guan to find the real murderer. Fortunately, with the blessing of Taoist Master, he fulfilled his mission and killed the monster. Senior Sister Luo knew something underground.
It’s time to smile.”
After hearing this, Qin Xiangchu's face was slightly sluggish, and then he smiled with relief: This kid not only pretended to be stupid and deliberately ignored his true intention, but also talked about him and talked about the causes and consequences of going down the mountain. It seems that he wanted to get rid of it.
To understand the relationship between Tan Qing and him, we need to take a long-term approach.
Therefore, Qin Xiangchu had no choice but to go down the slope and said: "I have also heard about Shui Xizi's incident. It is really a pity! Yang Shaoxia has killed the culprit this time. When Taoist Priest Yuan Yizi knows about it, he will definitely feel very relieved."
Yang Zhaoxi saw that the topic had been brought to an end, so he wanted to say a few words of humility, but he heard Xiaoman's voiceless voice coming from the opposite window: "Mr. Yang, the protector of Tianji, the holy aunt invites you two to come to the cabin to discuss matters."
At that time, the four rounds of dusk drums were resting, and the dome had turned from gray to black. On both sides of the river in the east, the fishing fires became more and more distinct, but the colors of the lanes became dim, like sleepy cows.
The lights were lit in the cabin, Liu Xiaomu sat cross-legged on the head, and on the left and right were Yang Zhaoxi, Xiaoman, and Tan Xiangchu. Tang Juan and Tan Qing were also invited up, and sat snuggled up on the round seats, saying nothing.
Six shadows dimly swayed with the lights.
When Liu Xiaomu sensed that everyone had arrived, he opened his phoenix eyes, exhaled a breath, and said calmly: "I heard from Xiaoman that just now you broke out of the encirclement and boarded the ship, and it was thanks to the guidance of Taoist priest Jing Xizi that you captured Hong Zhiye. If not for this, today
I'm afraid it won't be easy to enter the city. My aunt is here and would like to thank Taoist Jing Xizi first!"
Tang Juan's eyes flickered and she replied coldly: "The Zoroastrian religion repays kindness with hatred, but poor Taoists dare not take credit."
Liu Xiaomu raised her eyebrows, but she was not angry: "The Taoist priest's posture is clear and graceful. My aunt has always been clear about grudges and grudges. You should be punished if you speak out. But if you are kind to me, you should repay me with a spring.
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While speaking, Liu Xiaomu suddenly flashed and disappeared from the round seat. In the blink of an eye, he appeared in front of Tang Juan. Tang Juan and Tan Qing's pupils shrank suddenly, and before they could react, Liu Xiaomu smiled charmingly.
The jade hand has brushed Tang Juan's cheeks, revealing a faint purple air. The purple air is not strange, but has a subtle charm, hidden in it. It penetrates into the cheeks, numbing and slightly cooling, and the feeling of swelling and pain is greatly reduced. Compared with
I don’t know how effective the prescription Xiaoman dictated will be!
Tan Qing thought that the holy aunt was practicing witchcraft again and wanted to humiliate her senior sister. In desperation, he drew out the long sword from his waist and stabbed Liu Xiaomu in the heart. However, the figure in the purple skirt and green dress fainted in front of him, and quickly
Dissipated. When I raised my eyes and looked again, the Holy Aunt appeared on the round seat again. It seemed that everything just now was just an illusion.
Liu Xiaomu's slender lips curled up slightly: "Yue Xizi's long sword skills are indeed sharp. However, the name of the 'Lao Yan Fen Fei Sword' is not very auspicious."
Tan Qing raised his eyes slightly: "How do you recognize this sword technique?"
Liu Xiaomu said meaningfully: "Of course it was your senior brother Chong Lingzi who demonstrated it to me personally."
Tan Qingheng frowned and looked sideways at Yang Chaoxi, his eyes seeming to be reproachful: You actually used my Linjiguan swordsmanship to please a witch?
Yang Zhaoxi was stunned for a while, and quickly defended: "Aunt Xiaomu... girl, why are you talking so nonsense? When have I used this sword technique in front of you?"
Liu Xiaomu covered his mouth and chuckled: "I can't remember it, can't I? You performed so many sword skills at Xiong'er Mountain, and I'm not smarter than Junior Sister Qin, how can I remember them all?"
Yang Zhaoxi was about to continue his defense when he realized that he had been "trapped" by Liu Xiaomu's words. She knew that Junior Sister Qin was interested in him, so she deliberately provoked her with words and confirmed that she had competed with her in swordsmanship, so as to make her suspicious.
, restless.
Sure enough, Tan Qing's bright eyes suddenly dimmed, his face turned red and white, and his internal organs seemed to be bitten by many insects and ants. Although it was not painful, it was an uncontrollable agitation.
When Tang Juan saw this, she couldn't bear it and hurriedly comforted her: "Junior sister Qin, if this holy aunt talks nonsense, if she only listens to it, wouldn't she be wrong?" After saying that, she also gave Yang Zhaoxi a hard look.
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Yang Chaoxi was at a loss. Seeing Tang Juan's unkind eyes, she felt even more embarrassed. Suddenly she saw that her face, which was covered with bean paste, had cracked several fine lines, and the peeling gaps were like the first blooms of a new lychee, revealing a surface that could be broken by a blow.
He couldn't help but say happily: "Senior Sister Tang, is your face healed?"
Tang Juan heard this and wiped it on her cheeks. The dried bean paste suddenly fell like an eggshell. The place where her fingers touched was as smooth as porcelain and as warm as jade. It was actually a bit softer than before.
delicate!
Who among the women in this world does not want to be young and beautiful forever? Although the holy aunt was extremely hateful, her superb skills also benefited her a lot, and she felt like a blessing in disguise.
When Liu Xiaomu saw that things were settled here, he straightened his expression and said slowly: "Xiao Man! Is there any news from the Earth Protection Law?"
Xiaoman clasped his hands to make a flame, performed the holy fire salute and said: "Holy aunt! There is no news yet. She must not have entered the city yet."
Liu Xiaomu nodded: "The eight gates are under martial law and heavily guarded. If the other 'saints' try to break in, they will most likely be captured by people in the public gate so that they can distinguish the true from the false. There is no news now, but it is the best news.
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Qin Xiangchu also made a flame with his hands and said: "The river crab abandons its legs and runs away, guarding the palace and cutting off its tail in order to survive. It is the lesser of two evils! Now there are eight 'saints' Li Daitao Jiang, who can temporarily protect the saint Xiaoman."
No worries. If we rekindle the Holy Fire, we have a 50% chance of winning."
Liu Xiaomu was silent for a long time, and then sighed: "Chaos is followed by rule, and war is followed by prosperity. Since ancient times, there has been no easy peace. Now that we have entered the city, there is no way out. I don't know if the guardian of the heaven will have a place to settle down for the saint?"
Tan Xiangchu pondered for a while and then said: "I am afraid that there will be no peace in the city tonight, as there will be ambushes at the three Zoroastrian Temples. If the Holy Aunt and the Holy Maiden do not abandon them, they can first go to their humble residence for a few days. After the storm in the city calms down, they can then move to the Zoroastrian Temple.
, perform the ritual of the Holy Fire.”
Liu Xiaomu nodded slightly: "Let's do this for now! Send the order, and after crossing the Xinzhong Bridge, everyone should abandon the boat and land ashore." After saying that, he looked towards Tang Juan again, "Master Jing Xizi, just take care of yourself later.
"
Tang Juan didn't answer, turned her head away, hugged Tan Qing, and started whispering.
At Dingding Gate, up and down the city tower, the guards guarding the city were either listless, leaning on their halberds, and drowsy; or they were swaying around, leaning against the walls and pillars, snoring.
Outside the city gate, the soldiers in the grass under the trees were already yawning. Looking at the dim sky, graying clouds, and the empty and distant official road, they couldn't help but feel anxious. The king's team who led them to this gate was,
After being invited by a Wuhou, he never came back. Thinking with his toes, he knew that he must have gone to drink and have fun. He just left his brothers lying here, enduring the growing chill, but they were a little at a loss.
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Inside the tower, in addition to many neatly arranged crossbows, arrows, spears, spears, halberds, spears, etc., there are some rolled up or spread straw mats for the guards who are on duty at night to rest.
In addition, there is an inconspicuous small case and a few benches in the corner, with pen, ink, paper and inkstones all on the case. The city guard school captain sits here on weekdays to handle some idle official duties.
At this time, on the table, there were dishes turned over and bowls overturned, and the cleanly chewed sheep and scorpions were piled up like a small mountain stack. One person was leaning on the table, and another was slumped under the stool, both of them were fast asleep. There was also a person holding a glass of wine.
He drank by himself, looking at the two people who were so drunk, he sneered in his heart.
This person is none other than Dong Zhongting, Marquis of Wu in Demaofang.
Before burning the incense, he invited the captain of the city guard and the camp team to eat some wine and meat while discussing the method of trapping the Zoroastrian "saint".
The three of them all knew the military order and cut a lot of mutton, but they did not dare to drink too much wine. Each person was limited to one bowl, for fear of getting drunk and getting into trouble. However, before they finished the bowl of wine, they felt top-heavy. The king was still holding on.
He stood up, shook his head, and fell down, unconscious.
After a while, Dong Zhongting climbed up from the table, grabbed the wine bottle, and then drank: "Here comes someone!"
In just a few moments, a bad commander knocked on the door and said with cupped fists: "Master Wuhou, the brothers guarding the city have already been 'entertained', and I promise that they will be unstoppable later. I wonder what other arrangements your lord has?"
Dong Zhongting patted the dust on his body and stood up suddenly: "Tell the brothers to lie down inside the door. Don't act rashly. Just listen to the orders of Marquis Wu."
The bad commander agreed, turned around and left. However, he was stopped by Dong Zhongting: "Come back! Go and send a message to the brothers in the grass hut under the tree outside the city. Tell them that the king's team has an order, and they will come back later."
If the demons come, please put them on the bridge first, and then attack with the brothers in the city. Do not scare away the demons."
The bad commander nodded in agreement. Seeing that he had nothing more to explain, he stood up and left the tower.
The sound of drums gradually began to sound, and there were only a few people in the city.
On the official road outside Dingding Gate, there was a group of Zoroastrian believers as black as an ant army, guarding a "saint" and rushing towards the north.
The leader has light and strong feet, holding a long whip in his hand, and throws it between the grass and trees on both sides of the official road from time to time. The crisp whistle of the whip "pop crack", frightens the birds and drives away the beasts, and goes all the way, but it is a way to protect the law.
According to the report from Tan Ma Lai, outside the eight gates of Luoyang, there were ambushes of soldiers, all of whom were elite soldiers. He stood at the front and rushed to the front, in order to wake up these soldiers who were hiding in the dark, so that they could be shouted at.
The rear team has more time to react.
However, when everyone reached the end of the official road and were about to board the suspension bridge, not a single soldier jumped out to block the way. Even under the Dingding Gate ten feet away, there were not many people. It seemed that they were not surprised by their arrival.
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Everything goes smoothly, but it's very weird.
Di Zhufa was worried, wondering if what he was singing was the "Empty City Strategy". But the matter had come to this, and there was no way to make any progress, so he shouted loudly: "Enter the city!"
After receiving the order, this group of believers ran as fast as they could. As soon as they stepped onto the suspension bridge, they heard shouts of killing behind them. The sound shook the sky, and their morale was like a rainbow. The defenders on the ground were shocked, but they calmed down and continued to shout: "Bright soldiers."
Blade! Kill in!"
However, the road ahead was still smooth. From stepping on the suspension bridge to passing through the doorway, not even a single guard was seen.
It wasn't until the believers stepped onto Tianjie and headed north that they heard a few chaotic and surprising voices behind them:
"Ah! I was hit by a knife..."
"The Zoroastrian people are so numerous that they have broken into the city!"