Today at Mingxiangzhai's meeting, Sima Rulan originally did not invite Hua Bushi to come with her, but it was Yao Yuanxiao who made the effort to invite the young master. The reason was that Xiong Tiannan poisoned the young lady and wanted to invite him.
Be a witness.
In fact, the main purpose of the inner hall elder of the "Wanjin Hall" in inviting Hua Bushi was not to testify, but because if Hua Bushi came, he would definitely bring Zhu Hong with him.
Xiong Bailing not only possesses the elite combat power of three hundred "big warriors", but his own martial arts is also very strong, and he has recruited many masters. The unknown seventh master is a terrible opponent. Yao Yuanxiao is on the stairs of RT-Mart.
We have already seen each other. Now Yao Yuanxiao is injured. Although Sima Rulan and Chai Lin are not weak in martial arts, they are alone after all. Zhu Hong captured Xiong Kui in one move. If he can pull this young master
If you come here, you will definitely be much stronger.
Hua Bushi agreed to Yao Yuanxiao's invitation. He had already decided to help Sima Rulan, whether it was because of his friendship with the eldest lady of the city lord or because of Wei Tianlou's plan to make money from ocean trading in Okura City.
Hua Bushi cannot sit idly by and watch this matter.
Arriving at the door of Mingxiangzhai, Hua Bushi carefully observed the situation around him and determined that there were no hidden masters among the Xiongjiazhuang Zhuangding and the drummers outside the door, and the more than 20 business owners were also
An ordinary businessman. It seems that Xiong Bailing did not want to alert the enemy and did not ambush anyone nearby. This was also consistent with his previous expectation.
This "Hongmen Banquet" held in Mingxiangzhai seems to be destined to be a contest between ambush and counter-ambush, and the competition is only about whose resourcefulness is deeper.
After entering the gate, they only saw the scenery of Jiangnan gardens. Everyone walked along the bluestone path, made several turns, passed through several rockeries and pavilions, and arrived at a small lake.
This small lake is the "Xiaoxizi Lake". It is the early summer season, but only half of the lake is covered with green lotus leaves, and there are many budding lotus flowers standing in between.
The water surface is also a green color, which is indeed a bit beautiful like the West Lake in Hangzhou.
In the woods beside the lake, a pavilion with flying eaves appeared. On the plaque in front of the pavilion were engraved with three golden seal characters "Wangxi Pavilion".
Xiong Bailing pointed to the pavilion and said: "In the garden of Boss Gu's Mingxiangzhai, the 'Wangxi Tower' has the best view. I have set up several banquet tables on this floor.
Niece Laner apologized, and secondly, she invited some of her good friends to get together and talk about some things."
Sima Rulan said: "But I don't know what Uncle Xiong wants to say?"
Xiong Bailing chuckled and said, "Xiannie, don't worry, Uncle Xiong will talk to you when we get upstairs."
The view from the Wangxi Tower is really good. Looking out through the carved windows upstairs, you can have a panoramic view of the entire Xiaoxizi Lake. You can even see several streets outside Mingxiangzhai. Pedestrians on the street
There is a hustle and bustle on the road, but the Xiaoxizi Lake in front of you is as smooth as a mirror, with no ripples on the water surface, reflecting the sky and scenery. The stillness and movement form a sharp contrast. But sitting quietly and observing the movement on the Wangxi Tower,
But it's also very interesting.
However, in the eyes of Sima Rulan, Yao Yuanxiao, Hua Bushi and others, what they saw was not the beautiful scenery, but the dangers lurking under the lake view and street view. Xiong Bailing's three hundred "big gangsters" ambush
Where, and how many of the people coming and going on the street are the other party's manpower, this is the question they are thinking about at the moment.
No matter how many people were ambushed by both sides outside, there were only four or five people waiting on Wangxi Tower. After climbing a few steps, Xiong Bailing's banquet was placed in the hall, with a total of three tables.
The wine and food had been served at this time, and three large tables of the Eight Immortals were filled with a rich menu.
Everyone came upstairs and sat down at their own seats.
Xiong Bailing and Sima Rulan were the chiefs sitting in the middle. Yao Yuanxiao, Deng Ran, Xiong Tiannan, Hua Bushi, Hai Hongzhu and others also sat at the chief's square table. The mysterious masters Qi Ye and Twenty
Several principals from various firms sat in the seats on both sides.
The drummers who had been hired outside the gate also came upstairs and started playing on the side. It was very lively. Someone outside the gate of the building set off firecrackers with a bang, which was even more exciting.
It made a mess.
If they were just asking for a drink to apologize, there would be no need to put up all these messy pomps. Sima Rulan, Yao Yuanxiao and others were secretly feeling sorry for themselves, wondering which drama this deputy Xiong was the lead singer in and what the purpose of doing this was.
After the firecrackers were set off and the drumming came to an end, Xiong Bailing stood up and said: "Dear relatives and friends here, Xiong has set up this banquet today to invite you all. Firstly, he wants to apologize to the eldest lady of the city for his dog, Xiong Tiannan. Originally,
As elders, we should not interfere with the playfulness among the younger generations. However, this boy Nan'er was too arrogant and made the trouble too much. As a result, a misunderstanding arose, so I had to step in to take the blame for him.
Please forgive him, niece Lan'er."
This Xiong Bailing is really eloquent. With a few understatement, he completely dismissed Xiong Tiannan's kidnapping of Sima Rulan, and even described it as a "play among the younger generations", as if it was really not worth mentioning.
Small misunderstandings are common.
As soon as Xiong Bailing finished speaking, some business owners at the tables on both sides of the table had already agreed, saying that Deputy Hall Master Xiong didn't need to take himself too seriously. Misunderstandings among younger generations could be resolved with an explanation, and there was no need to serve wine.
Apologize and so on.
But there was only a "pop" sound, but Yao Yuanxiao couldn't listen anymore. He stretched out his hand to slap the table and shouted: "What do you businessmen know? Shut up!"
He pointed at Xiong Bailing and said: "Xiong Bailing, you put it easily! Xiong Tiannan dared to use scented poison on the eldest lady of the city lord. It was a treasonous act with evil intentions. How can it be said that it was just a play? Today, our father and son
If you don't give an explanation, Yao will definitely not give up!"
Xiong Bailing's face darkened when he heard this.
Deng Ran, who was sitting on the side, said: "Elder Yao, you and I are both elders of the Wanjin Hall. We hold important positions and we should think about the sect. Even if Mr. Xiong does something wrong, Deputy Hall Master Xiong has made arrangements here today.
It's a crime to drink with them. You don't make peace with them, but you use your words to sow discord, fearing that the world will not be in chaos. What are your intentions?"
Yao Yuanxiao was even more angry and shouted: "Deng Ran! The eldest lady was kidnapped by Xiong Tiannan yesterday, and you disappeared. You must be with Xiong Tiannan! In the past, City Lord Sima always treated you well, but you repaid kindness with hatred. Are you still a human being?"
Deng Ran also changed his expression, stood up and shouted: "How can I repay kindness with hatred? Please tell me clearly? Yesterday I had other important things to do and I was not in the city lord's palace. I didn't know about it at all. Please don't spit on me!"
Seeing the two people arguing, Xiong Bailing also slapped the table and said in a deep voice: "Two elders, stay here!"
He turned around and winked, and the village man carrying a wooden plate had already come closer.
Xiong Bailing reached out and grabbed the wattle on the tray and said: "Quinzi was young and ignorant, and he did something to offend Lan'er's niece, and it was also due to my lax discipline. Today Xiong Bailing and Quanzi are here to apologize and ask Lan'er's niece to
Despite the punishment, even if the dog is beaten to death, I will not complain!"
As he spoke, he held the wattle sticks in both hands and handed them to Sima Rulan.
Xiong Bailing's move was very clever. He claimed to apologize, which seemed to be aboveboard, but in public, in front of so many business owners, Sima Rulan was unable to punish him severely due to human feelings.
The eldest son, Xiong Tiannan, was unusually smart at this time. He had probably been ordered to do so a long time ago. He also followed his father, Xiong Bailing, and stood in front of Sima Rulan with his head bowed, looking like he was willing to accept the punishment.
At this moment, someone suddenly heard someone say: "You Xiong family are so funny. Just now you slapped the table and glared, and now you are hypocritically saying that you want to apologize. With such a fierce and domineering attitude, how can Sister Laner dare to punish you?"
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This was said rather rudely. Everyone at the table was originally looking at Sima Rulan, wanting to see how she would respond. But at this time, all eyes turned to the speaker, who was a beautiful young woman.
It is the sea red pearl.
Deng Ran looked sharply and said: "Deputy Hall Master Xiong's apology to the eldest lady of the City Lord is a matter within our 'Wanjin Hall' and has nothing to do with outsiders. Who are you and why are you talking nonsense here?"
Although Hai Hongzhu's martial arts skills were not high, his words were unambiguous. He said: "Although I am not from Wan Jin Tang, I am sister Lan'er's sister. My sister's business is my sister's business. You bully Lan'er."
Sister, as a sister, I can’t ignore it, am I right, Sister Lan’er?”
These words of "sister, sister" were spoken extremely fast, coupled with Hai Hongzhu's clear voice, he said it in rapid succession, like a tongue twister, which only made Deng Ran's eyes wide open and speechless, while Sima
Ru Lan had no choice but to nod when she pulled her arm hard.
Hai Hongzhu seemed to have received a commanding arrow, and said to Deng Ran: "Did you see that Sister Lan'er has already nodded in agreement? Today in Mingxiang Zhai, I, the elder sister, have full authority to make the decision for her!
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Xiong Bailing said: "I don't know what to call this lady, and who is your honorable husband?"
Hai Hongzhu said: "My name is Hai Hongzhu, and he is my husband." She pointed to Hua Bushi sitting at the table with her finger.
Xiong Bailing already knew Hua Bushi, so he immediately said: "It turns out to be Mrs. Hua. But I don't know how you want to punish our father and son when you make the decision for Lan'er's niece?"
The so-called "pleading guilty" is just a gesture. Xiong Bailing believes that neither Sima Rulan nor Hai Hongzhu can be seriously punished under such circumstances.