The "Wealthy Alliance" not only has Zhang Zongheng, the governor of the Ming Dynasty, as the backing general, Zuo Liangyu, who recently led troops from the capital to the Henan border to suppress the bandits, is Zuo Junhua's nephew. In fact, on that day, Zhuo Yiwen took the initiative to withdraw from Huaiqing. The actions of the disciples of the sect can almost conclude that they must have a secret cooperation agreement with the "Donglin Party" in the DPRK.
Relatively speaking, Fan Jingwen, the governor of Henan, who has always supported the "Arhat Sect" and the "Shaolin Sect", was impeached because of the fall of Huaiqing. It is hard to say whether he can keep his black hat. He must not dare to get along with Zhang Zongheng, Zuo Liangyu and others at the moment. As a result, the power of the government was completely on the side of the "Wealth Alliance"
The Ming government rarely intervened in the disputes between Jianghu sects, but in such a delicate situation, Zhang Zongheng and Zuo Liangyu both had heavy troops, but they had to guard against it.
Under the current situation, "Luohanmen" and "Wealthy Alliance" have not gained the upper hand in terms of strength. It is not a good idea to rush to attack rashly. However, both Fang Changsheng and Yuanguang believe that a battle must be fought as soon as possible. Hua Bushi also deeply believes that Ran[
The reason is that the longer it goes on, the situation will become more unfavorable. The "Wealthy Alliance" is currently in the limelight and is constantly encroaching on the Jianghu forces in various prefectures and counties in Henan Province. Now, "Luohanmen" can still cooperate with more than 90 people. If the alliance between the sects continues for a while, with the cruel methods of the devil, I am afraid that most of the sects in the Yu realm will defect to the "Wealth Alliance"
From the heroes' banquet in Huaiqing City that day, we can know that the other party used drugs to control the leaders of the Jianghu sects and threatened their lives to force them to serve. Although these methods are somewhat unscrupulous, they are extremely practical. "Arhat Gate" can only be compared to using some words to encourage and lure with interests.
"Arhat Sect" and "Shaolin Sect" are both well-known and decent sects on the White Road. Although this makes it easier for them to get support for their actions, it also has many limitations. Even if Fang Changsheng also has chronic poison in his hands, it will not matter. Being able to use such methods against allies regardless of the reputation of the sect
If the so-called Dao eliminates demons continues to rise like this, the power of the "Fugui Alliance" will inevitably become stronger and stronger. Therefore, there is no more choice now. We can only organize people to attack Fugui Villa as soon as possible and fight with the opponent.
Everyone kept talking until dark before finally agreeing on all the specific matters.
After Fang Changsheng, Master Chen and others left, the martial law was lifted in Yihong Building. All the girls, madams and turtle slaves in the building came back and opened the door to start business again.
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Early the next morning, Hua Bushi asked Ximen Tong to bring 150,000 taels of silver notes to the "Arhat Gate" general altar as the previously agreed capital for purchasing the house. Fang Changsheng was very happy and immediately ordered someone to bring the house deed to Ximen Tong. He also ordered the housekeeper Fang Cheng to take people to inspect and accept the house.
To inspect the house, Hua Bushi had to go there in person. This time, he rode on horseback, led Li Hu and Ximen Tong, and quickly arrived in front of the big house under the guidance of Fang Cheng.
In a prosperous place like Daxiang Street, where land is at a premium, there is really no such thing as a 28-meter house. Although this house looks a little old, it is very majestic and tall. Only the outer courtyard walls have two walls. How tall is it?
Along the way, Hua Bushi listened to Fang Cheng's introduction and got a rough understanding of some of the old feelings of this house.
This mansion was originally owned by an official family named Yang. It is said that the ancestral home of the Yang family is from Xiangjing. Both father and son were awarded Jinshi and were officials in the court. The deputy envoy of the fifth rank of Henan Anchasi moved to Kaifeng City to build this mansion. At that time, the Yang family was rich, powerful and prominent in the city.
It's a pity that something unexpected happened a year ago. Yang's father was somehow convicted by the emperor and sentenced to death. After many efforts, he was sent to Xijiang. His son was also implicated and lost his official position. The Yang family's family has been in ruins ever since. The mortgage sale fell into the hands of the "Arhat Gate"
After listening to what Fang Cheng said, Hua Bushi felt very satisfied. This is because most of the houses built by people who have been officials for generations are more sophisticated and do not cut corners. In the future, if the "Evil Dog Gate" sub-rudder is located here, it will only need to build some more. The defense facilities are enough. The original courtyard does not need to be renovated or rebuilt.
Fang Cheng dismounted in front of the gate, took out the copper key, opened the big lock, opened the two gates, and introduced Hua Bushi and others into the house.
After entering the door, Hua Bushi walked around to take a look and after passing through the front hall, he frowned and asked: "Butler Fang, yesterday the headmaster Fang said that this house has been vacant for a long time, why is there still someone living in it?"
Fang Chengdao: "Report to Master Hua that this house has been empty for many years since it was sold to our sect. Only one disciple from outside the hall stayed here specifically to take care of the house."
Hua Bushi said: "No, look at the clothes hanging in the courtyard over there. There are at least three or four people living in this house, and there are also women among them."
Fang Cheng looked in the direction pointed by Hua Bushi and sure enough he saw a row of clothes hanging in the side yard, including several women's clothes. His expression changed slightly and he said: "Master Hua, don't blame me for waiting for this villain." Ask clearly"[
After speaking, Fang Cheng walked a few steps and shouted at the top of his voice: "Old Futou, come out quickly!"
After shouting several times, I heard someone inside. An old man in his fifties hurriedly ran out from the inner courtyard. It was seen that the clothes he wore were exactly those of the disciples of the "Arhat Sect" outer hall.
The old man ran up to the front and scolded: "Old Futou, are you trying to commit suicide? This house is a property that the sect spent a lot of money to buy. You are asked to stay here to guard it. How dare you let outsiders live in? Could it be that I have found your old woman too?" Do you regard this as your family’s home?”
When the old man saw Fang Cheng, he was trembling with fright and stammered: "No...not an outsider, not my old lady, it's that...that..."
Fang Cheng said angrily: "What is this and that? Hurry up and explain who lives in this house. I don't think you need to stay in the sect to work. You can go back to your hometown to farm tomorrow."
Old Futou was even more panicked and begged for mercy, but his words were even more unclear. At this moment, he only heard someone saying loudly: "Butler Fang is begging Old Uncle Fu to let us stay here for a while. He agreed out of kindness and asked Butler Fang." Don’t blame him”
Fang Cheng looked up and saw a scholar in green shirt walking out of the inner courtyard. He was about forty years old, of medium build, with a thin face, three strands of long beard, and clear eyes.
The green cloth robe he was wearing was very old, and the cuffs on both hands had frayed edges. The scribe's square scarf he wore on his head also had an inch-large patch on it. His attire was indeed a bit shabby, but this man came from the house. When he walked out, he was calm and calm, as if he were strolling in the garden. His voice was calm and gentle, and the look on his face was calm and composed.
Perhaps it is because of this that there is no hint of abjection in him, but one can feel a gentle and elegant scholarly temperament.
Fang Cheng knew this person and said, "It's Yang Xiaoguan. You sold this house to us, Luohanmen, last year. We also lacked your silver. Why did you move in again? What's the point?"
The scholar in green shirt said: "This house has indeed been sold to your family, and the silver has been settled. Now the next family of four is just staying here. Butler Fang, please listen to me and explain the reason."
It turned out that the scholar in green shirt was named Sichang, and he was the young master of the Yang family who was the original owner of this house. On that day, the Yang family's father and son were successively sent to Yuanzhou by the dismissed elder. The house in Zhongluo had to be sold.
As the saying goes, when the tree fell, the Yang family became wealthy. All the maids, servants, and distant relatives and relatives left in the family. Only Yang Sichang, his wife Jin, their six-year-old child, and their elders who were over sixty years old were left. Mother
Mrs. Yang's health has always been poor. The master suffered a stroke and was paralyzed in bed after he was sent to the hospital. He was unable to take care of himself. This young official, Yang, was very filial. Although life was different from the past and there were servants and maids at his disposal, he still worked hard at home with his wife. serve mother
At that time, Mrs. Yang's illness was so severe that she was sometimes sober and sometimes confused, almost like a dementia. She didn't know anything about recent events and couldn't remember that the Yang family master was dismissed from office, but she still thought that the Yang family father and son were now together. Still serving as an official in the court, Yang Sichang couldn't bear it, so he coaxed his mother into not mentioning the current situation of his family's decline in front of her.
However, although the old lady's mind is slow, she still remembers clearly the house and garden where she has lived for many years. She often asks Yang Sichang about it, seeing that the house bought by the "Arhat Gate" has always been vacant, so she went to the old Futou who was looking after the house to beg for mercy. He asked the old lady to go back to the house to pray for comfort.
The old Futou had a good heart. Seeing how long Mrs. Yang had lived, and sympathetic to Yang Sichang's filial piety, he agreed.
Mrs. Yang has now lived in her old house for more than a month. In order to take care of the old lady, Mr. and Mrs. Yang Sichang and his family of four have also moved in.
Yang Sichang's words were very clear and he explained the details again and again begged Butler Fang not to blame Old Futou.
After hearing this, Fang Cheng shook his head and said: "Forget it, I'm not a cruel person. Since this is the case, I don't blame Old Futou. But I said Yang Xiaoguan, you can't live here any longer, Master Fang." I have already sold this house to Mr. Hua. Today I am leading the inspection and acceptance of the house. You should pack your things and move out as soon as possible."