Chapter 45
Hearing his words, Ouyang said in horror: "Isn't it, it's not that exaggerated, right?" I saw *** nod slightly, so Ouyang said: "What's going on, making you so nervous?"
sighed lightly: "Hey, young master, don't you know, although this Jingmu Villa has only been established for three hundred years, but their master Xiang family has supreme potential, in their heyday, even our innate clan has to be afraid of three points, but the Xiang family is very stingy, once someone dares to say that they are not, they will shoot mercilessly and kill them, so the young master should not mess with Jingmu Villa, otherwise it will bring us big trouble!"
Listening to his words, Ouyang felt very shocked, even the innate clan has to be afraid of the three-point family, you can imagine how strong it is, if you anger him now, doesn't it mean that you have found another enemy for yourself, Ouyang doesn't do that kind of stupid thing, you can make another hand, and you will never count the enemy, this is Ouyang's consistent style.
Then Ouyang said solemnly: "Thank you Uncle Hai for reminding us, with our current situation, it is indeed not appropriate to make enemies again, rather than becoming enemies, it is better to become friends, I will be more careful in the future!" Then the three of them stayed in an inn, and the consumption here was also quite high, and a meal cost seven or eight taels of silver, which made Ouyang have the urge to rob.
However, when Ouyang was worried, he did hear an unexpected news, which immediately made Ouyang feel energetic, that is, tomorrow is the coming-of-age ceremony of Xiang Cheng, the owner of Jingmu Villa, Xiang Nantian, the owner of Jingmu Villa, held a banquet, and opened the Dragon Tooth Spring for three days at the same time, invited guests, and specially congratulated Xiang Cheng! After getting this news, Ouyang began to get busy, shuttling back and forth between the shops, and did not return with a full load until late at night.
After returning to the inn, Ouyang put the things he purchased in front of everyone, sat on the bench after a long breath of relief, poured a glass of water, drank it quickly, and then lay on the table and sighed: "Oh mom, I'm tired!"
Seeing Ouyang's sweat and so many gifts on the table, Ling'er stepped forward to take a look, and then said in surprise: "Oh my God, how did you buy so many things, ginseng, deer antler, jade Ruyi... You... You... You... Why are you buying so many things? How much money is wasted, are you crazy, we don't need this, how nice it would be to exchange him for weapons and food! Really...", then Ling'er turned her back to Ouyang angrily. [Zhao Pengtian]
Seeing Ouyang's performance and hearing Ling'er's words, *** said in disappointment: "You are too extravagant, it really chills us..."
Seeing their performance, Ouyang shook his head helplessly, and said in disappointment: "I originally thought that you would approve of the approach, but it seems that I overestimated you, which is really disappointing!"
Hearing Ouyang's words, Ling'er suddenly turned around and said angrily: "Are you still disappointed? We are disappointed in you, it's only been a few days, you have become so vain, hum, you are really too chilling!" Then she walked to the window angrily, and *** also shook her head in disappointment, and questioned Ouyang.
Hearing Ling'er's words, Ouyang felt uncomfortable, so he said angrily: "Okay, good, good, it turns out that I am such a person in your hearts, good, very good, even if I don't recognize people clearly, I can see through you! From now on, we will go our separate ways, hum..." Then he took his things and left the room and went to another inn.
After Ouyang left, Ling'er said angrily: "Everyone goes his own way, who is afraid of whom, hum..."
After returning to the inn, Ouyang put the things in his hand on the table, and then hurriedly poured a glass of water, and after drinking it quickly, he breathed a long sigh of relief, and said tiredly: "Oh mom, I'm tired, it seems that they will have to do this job of finding gifts in the future, it's too troublesome..."
After a while, Ling'er came to Ouyang's room, and saw Ouyang lying on the table, and there were a bunch of things on the table, so she said dissatisfiedly: "Hmph, you don't bring me with you when you go shopping, really..."
And Ouyang was so tired that he couldn't speak at this time, so Ouyang didn't say a word and lay down on the table to rest. Then Ling'er said in surprise: "Oh my God, thousand-year-old ginseng, deer antler, jade jade ruyi... How can you buy so many things, it's too extravagant, not to mention that we don't need it. Then she looked at Ouyang suspiciously.
I saw Ouyang smile on his face, and said to Ling'er casually: "We don't need it, but others use it?"
Hearing this, Ling'er asked suspiciously, "Who?"
Ouyang said slowly: "Tomorrow is the coming-of-age ceremony of Xiang Cheng, the young owner of Jingmu Villa, we can't go empty-handed, right?"
As soon as these words came out, Ling'er said in surprise: "You want to visit Jingmu Villa?" Ouyang nodded with a smile, so Ling'er said: "You are not mistaken, Jingmu Villa is very mysterious, it does not fight with anyone, it can indeed make all sects jealous of the three sects, and it is particularly short-sighted, you go to visit Jingmu Villa, isn't it a bamboo basket to draw water? Why waste so much money to find fun?"
Hearing this, Ouyang laughed softly: "Hehe, this is really the reason why I visited Jingmu Villa, he does not form a fierce alliance with any sect, he can indeed intimidate all sects, this is enough to prove that he has extraordinary strength, and we are now being hunted down by several major forces, if we get their help, it will completely get us out of danger, even if they don't help us, as long as they don't take action against us, this can also reduce our pressure and allow us to grow up as soon as possible!"
Hearing this, Ling'er pondered for a moment, and then she said, "You do have some truth in what you say, but can you guarantee that your goal will be achieved?
Ling'er's worries were not unreasonable, Ouyang also thought of this, but still said with a smile: "How can you know the result if you don't try, as long as there is a glimmer of hope, I won't miss it!" Then he looked at Ling'er seriously, his eyes full of hope and expectation.
Seeing Ouyang so resolute, Ling'er said: "Okay, since you have decided, then I won't stop you, tomorrow I will go with me to visit Jingmu Villa and congratulate Xiang Cheng!" Hearing this, Ouyang looked at Ling'er with a smile, and his heart was full of warmth.
In the early morning of the next day, Ouyang took Ling'er and *** to Jingmu Villa, in order to avoid Jingmu Villa from being unfavorable to him, Ouyang asked *** to disguise himself as a townsman in the hot spring town, and follow the crowd to Jingmu Villa, ready to rescue Ouyang at any time.
Jingmu Villa is located in the Dragon's Tooth Valley of Qinglong Mountain, facing the cliff, leaning against the cliff and facing the Dragon's Tooth Spring with its back to it, taking in the entire Dragon's Tooth Spring. Ouyang and Ling'er walked up the mountain, passed through a cave, and came to the gate of Jingmu Villa. There was a drawbridge over the cliff, and there were thirteen iron chains, which were extremely thick, and nine planks at the bottom, six feet long and two feet wide, were laid on it, and there were ninety-nine pieces of wood on it. There are two thick iron chains on each side, which always maintain the balance of the suspension bridge. Standing on the suspension bridge, it is comforting and does not dare to move forward.
Seeing that Jingmu Villa was built in such a dangerous place, Ouyang said with emotion: "I can't imagine that such a Jedi can have such a building, it seems that this Jingmu Villa is indeed mysterious!"
Seeing everything in front of her, Ling'er breathed a sigh of relief and said indifferently: "Yes, this place is indeed very peculiar, Jingmu Villa, it is even more curious!" After watching for a while, they walked on the suspension bridge together, Ling'er felt dizzy and couldn't walk as soon as she got on the suspension bridge, and Ouyang was also very uncomfortable and staggered. In order not to let Ling'er, Ouyang forcibly held back the fear in his heart, and carried Ling'er on his back step by step slowly across the suspension bridge to the door of Jingmu Villa.
At this moment, Jingmu Villa is already full of joy, with colorful lanterns hanging everywhere and red cloth. After Ouyang took the gift to the reception and registered his name, he came to the compound with Ling'er.
At this time, the compound was already overcrowded, full of people, and dozens of tables of wine banquets were prepared, all parties were doing in their respective positions, while eating snacks, while chatting, suddenly the courtyard was full of joy, lively and extraordinary. In order not to be recognized by others, Ouyang and Ling'er found a secluded corner and sat down.
After sitting down, the two looked around, and then Ling'er said: "This Jingmu Villa is really okay, a coming-of-age ceremony of Xiang Cheng arranged a banquet of forty tables, and invited so many people, it is really enough to show off!"
Hearing this, Ouyang said: "It's just pomp, there are a few people who really come to congratulate, not all of them come with the healing dragon's tooth spring, to put it bluntly, these are just some snobs." ”
As soon as these words came out, Ling'er laughed softly: "Hehe, you said they are snobs, so what are you? Don't forget, you also have a purpose!"
So Ouyang smiled and said: "Which am I like them, I am here to save the rivers and lakes and save the people, not like they are for their own selfishness, hehe, you say yes?"
So Ling'er said helplessly: "Strong words, hum..." Then she looked away and ignored Ouyang, so Ouyang had to shrug his shoulders helplessly, lowered his head and ate his snacks, dull and silent.
Half an hour later, I saw an old man walking to the "chairman's" stage with a man and a woman. The old man is dressed in purple, his eyes are full of kindness, he looks calm and approachable, and the murderous aura hidden between his eyebrows and feathers looks very solemn, which makes people feel frightened, this person is Xiang Nantian, the owner of Jingmu Villa. And standing behind him was a handsome man in a white dress, with clear eyebrows and beautiful eyes, and a smiling man, and the other was a pretty woman in a red dress, fresh and refined, with an indifferent face, and her cold face made people feel dangerous.
Then Xiang Nantian said happily: "I, Xiang Mou, thank you here, for coming all the way from afar to participate in the dog's coming-of-age ceremony!" As soon as these words came out, someone in the audience got up and said respectfully: "Xiang Zhuang is serious, the young owner is a rare talent, his coming-of-age ceremony, we should come to congratulate!" So everyone couldn't help but order.
Seeing everyone's performance, Xiang Nantian nodded with satisfaction, and then he said: "Okay, since that's the case, then I'll prepare a coming-of-age ceremony for the dog!" So I saw a few subordinates come up with some things, a basin of water, a comb, and a bun pad.
Seeing everyone's performance, Xiang Nantian nodded with satisfaction, and then he said: "Okay, since that's the case, then I'll prepare a coming-of-age ceremony for the dog!" So I saw a few subordinates come up with some things, a basin of water, a comb, and a bun pad.
I saw the man in white kneeling on the cushion, bowing his head, and the woman in the red dress standing in front of him, and then Xiang Nantian said: "My wife died too early and failed to help the dog complete the rite of passage, so today I will let my daughter, Cheng'er's sister Yuhe crown the dog instead of Neizi." So Xiang Yuhe used water to sort out Xiang Cheng's hair a little, then combed it with a comb, and finally coiled up Xiang Cheng's hair and pinned it in a bun to show that he was an adult.
After all the processes were over, there was a burst of applause from the audience, and everyone shouted in unison, "Okay...", and Xiang Nantian also nodded with satisfaction. Then Xiang Nantian ordered his subordinates to have a banquet, and all the people drank here, and suddenly the courtyard was in an uproar. While Ouyang and Ling'er enjoyed the beautiful things quietly on the side, without saying a word.
After thirty years of wine and five stomachs, an hour later, everyone finished the wine banquet and walked to the Dragon's Tooth Spring. Just as Ouyang was about to take Ling'er to the Dragon Tooth Spring, and when he took a look, an old man stopped them.
Ouyang held Ling'er's hand, followed everyone to the Dragon Tooth Spring, before they stepped out of the courtyard, an old man appeared in front of them, only to see the old man said respectfully: "Two of you, please stay, my master is invited!"
As soon as these words came out, Ouyang and Ling'er felt very suspicious, they looked at each other, and felt very puzzled, so Ouyang asked softly: "I don't know who your master is?
I saw the old man laugh softly: "Hehe, don't be nervous, my lord is the owner of Jingmu Villa, and I am the housekeeper of this village, Qiubo!" Then he smiled at Ouyang and Ling'er, which made people feel very cordial.
Hearing this, Ouyang and Ling'er felt very nervous, and kept thinking in their hearts: Could it be that my identity is known by Xiang Nantian? Impossible, I am so careful, how can I let him know... Since I'm here, then I'll have to meet him, anyway, sooner or later, I'll have to face it, well, that's all.
Then Ouyang said: "It turned out that the owner of Xiang Zhuang was looking for me, so it would be troublesome for Qiu Bo to bring it." As soon as these words came out, Ling'er nervously tugged at Ouyang's sleeve, while Ouyang smiled and gently patted Ling'er's hand. Then Qiu Bo said respectfully: "Hehe... Childe is too modest, please come with me!" Then Qiu Bo walked towards the inner hall with the two of them.
Jingmu Villa is a miracle work, at this time there are all kinds of flowers blooming in the backyard, a hundred flowers are vibrant, and thousands of butterflies are flying, all of which make Ouyang and Ling'er feel amazed, and after half an hour, they came to the practice room.
I saw Qiu Bo turn around and say to the two: "Two, my master is inside, and the practice room is my solemn place, so I won't go in, please go in by yourself." Then he left.
After he left, Ouyang looked around, but he didn't find a murderous aura, and then looked at the practice room again, feeling very puzzled by Xiang Nantian's approach. At this moment, *** also appeared in front of the two, and he looked at Ouyang with a solemn face.
Seeing Ouyang's suspicious look, *** said: "Young master, that Nantian is a cautious person, such an arrangement, I am afraid that we have discovered our identity, and want to attack us, according to the opinions of our subordinates, we should take the best policy, otherwise it will not be good for us!"
Hearing his words, Ling'er said eagerly: "Yes, Brother Tian, I also think this place is weird, let's go!" So she pulled Ouyang's arm.
After hearing the admonition of the two, Ouyang felt very 'confused' and 'confused', and frowned nervously, and then he said: "No, the purpose of our coming here today is to find Xiang Nantian, I don't want to give up halfway, if I don't see him today, I won't leave, I want to go, you can go!" Then he pushed away Ling'er's hand and took a step forward, hearing this, the two of them looked at Ouyang helplessly, and their hearts were full of a sense of loss.
Just when they were in conflict, a burst of laughter suddenly came from the practice room: "Hahahaha, it is worthy of being recognized by the world as a peerless killing god, it is really bold enough, the three of you please come in, don't worry, I have no ill will towards you!" Then I heard a "squeak", and the iron door opened a gap.
After getting Xiang Nantian's assurance, the three of them cautiously walked into the house, as soon as they entered the house, the iron door was "bang" and closed, seeing this scene, Ouyang turned around and looked hurriedly, and then they found that the surroundings were very dark, and they couldn't see the direction clearly.
When they felt 'confused', suddenly the fire 'shot', more than a dozen torches were all lit, and there was a huge incense burner in front of them, and the faint fragrance of peonies was rushing towards them, which immediately made them feel very refreshed and refreshed, and in front of them saw Xiang Nantian sitting on the chair with a smile, looking at Ouyang happily, while Xiang Cheng stood solemnly on Xiang Nantian's left side with a sword, while Xiang Yuhe was still indifferent to everyone, standing on Xiang Nantian's right side.
After seeing Xiang Nantian, Ouyang said respectfully: "Senior..." Before he finished speaking, Xiang Nantian stopped his words with his hand, and then Xiang Nantian said with a smile: "I already know the purpose of your coming here, and I Jingmu Villa has never been involved in the disputes of the rivers and lakes, so I will neither embarrass you, nor will I make a move against you." If you want our help, it's up to you!" he smiled and looked at the group.
Hearing Xiang Nantian's words, Ouyang suddenly felt very relaxed, and then he said: "Thank you seniors, as long as the seniors are willing to help me, please do not hesitate to put forward any requirements, the juniors will definitely meet the seniors." ”
"Okay, refreshing. Xiang Nantian patted the chair and said excitedly: "The world says that the Congenital clan is the first clan in martial arts, and the martial arts are exquisite, and no one has ever put my Xiang family in their eyes, so that my Xiang family has been unknown, and it was only a hundred years ago that the world was shocked, and I originally planned to find the patriarch of the Congenital clan to fight and promote the martial arts of my Xiang family, but I didn't want the Xiantian clan to be killed, the whole clan was destroyed, and the clansmen were scattered in all directions, and they failed to complete the wishes of my Xiang family." Then Xiang Nantian sighed softly, "Hey", and Ouyang also felt very lost.
Then he said: "And you are the son of the patriarch of the Congenital clan, the next patriarch, and my son Cheng'er is also the next patriarch of my Xiang family, so I want Cheng'er to challenge you, if you win, my Xiang family will become fierce friends with you unconditionally, and share weal and woe." If you lose, you will kowtow three times to the ancestors of my family in the name of the innate patriarch, do you dare to agree?"
Hearing this, Ouyang fell into deep thought: If I win, I will have another helper, it will be a major part of my revival of the Xiantian clan, once I lose, then I will disgrace the clan, how should I face the clansmen at that time? He will really give me a problem, hey...
Seeing that Ouyang didn't react for a long time, Xiang Nantian said in disappointment: "Hey... It seems that you are very embarrassed, so the old man will not 'force' you, you can go. Then Xiang Nantian lowered his head in frustration.
Hearing this, Ouyang gritted his teeth, his heart was crossed, and he said loudly: "Okay, I accept the challenge." Hearing this, everyone looked at Ouyang in surprise. So Xiang Nantian said happily: "Okay, then we will formally compete in this practice room tomorrow!" "Okay, according to what the seniors said, tomorrow we will have a showdown with the young owner." Ouyang said domineeringly.
After the competition was decided, Xiang Nantian arranged a room for Ouyang and the others. After returning to the room, Ling'er said: "Brother Tian, you are crazy, that Xiang Cheng is known as a ghost talent, and his family swordsmanship Muyun swordsmanship is even more superb, what if you lose, how will you see your clansmen in the future?"
After the competition was decided, Xiang Nantian arranged a room for Ouyang and the others. After returning to the room, Ling'er said: "Brother Tian, you are crazy, that Xiang Cheng is known as a ghost talent, and his family swordsmanship Muyun swordsmanship is even more superb, what if you lose, how will you see your clansmen in the future?"
Seeing that the two of them were so nervous, Ouyang said: "If you are not sure that I should answer him, he only knows that I am Zhao Pengtian, but he doesn't know that I still have a lonely apprentice, the best armor I got in the 'misty' fog forest can't break the sky, I am absolutely confident that I will defeat Xiang Cheng." Hearing this, the two of them were full of excitement, looked at Ouyang stupidly, and were speechless for a while.
And Ouyang secretly said in his heart at this time: Even if I can't compare to you compared to weapons, I don't believe that I can't get you by tricks, hum, sample, you just wait to be abused by Uncle Ben, hahaha...
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