Tai Hao stepped into Yichuan City for the first time, and the scene in front of him shocked him. The city is like a giant dragon winding its way through it, and it stands out in all directions with its unique attitude. Unlike any city wall he had seen before, the city wall of Yichuan City was so strong and ancient, as if every piece of bluestone had been infused with the wisdom and ingenuity of skilled craftsmen. They use glutinous rice milk as a binder, and they have survived the vicissitudes of wind and rain, but they still stand tall and protect the peace of this city.

On the city wall, the beacon tower towers into the sky, like a watchman, always on the lookout for external intrusions.

The buildings in Yichuan City are even more unique, full of antique charm. On both sides of the street, there are many shops, blue bricks and tiles, cornices and corners, each of which highlights the charm of the Central Plains. In the teahouse, the fragrance of tea is overflowing, and the literati and artists are here to taste tea and discuss, splashing ink; In the restaurant, the wine is fragrant, and the knights of the rivers and lakes drink wine here, talking and laughing. There are all kinds of cloth villages, pharmacies, etc., and each shop exudes a unique charm, as if every corner is full of life.

And on the antique wooden lintel, hang all kinds of signboards, handwriting dragon flying phoenix dance, or dignified atmosphere, or elegant and smart, people at first sight unforgettable. These signboards are not only the symbol of the store, but also the symbol of the prosperity of Yichuan City.

On the street, the bluestone pavement is as smooth as a mirror, reflecting the figures of pedestrians. There was an endless stream of people on the road, either in a hurry, or leisurely. The knights of the rivers and lakes are dressed in brocade clothes, holding long swords and short knives, and they are heroic; The literati and artists were dressed in wide robes with large sleeves and holding folding fans, elegant and graceful. The merchant pawns shuttled through the crowd, busy and fulfilling.

In the center of Yichuan City, there is a majestic mansion, which is the city lord's mansion. The mansion occupies an extremely large area, and the two stone lions in front of the gate are majestic and majestic, guarding this symbol of power. The layout of the city lord's mansion is rigorous, the pavilions and pavilions are scattered, and the gardens and ponds are contrasting with each other. Whenever night falls, the lights in the mansion are bright, like stars, illuminating the night sky of the entire Yichuan City.

And in this mansion, there are many hidden secrets of the rivers and lakes, waiting for the discovery of destined people. Maybe somewhere, there is a long-lost secret book of martial arts; Perhaps in a certain pavilion, there is a legend of the rivers and lakes.

It seems that in this Yichuan City, every corner is full of martial arts atmosphere, and every building carries countless stories.

Taihao wandered aimlessly on the bustling street corner of Yichuan City, but his heart was full of confusion. The name Tu Poison Ink was like a fog, making him unpredictable. He knew in his heart that it would take patience and wisdom to solve this mystery. So, he decided to go to a wine shop first, relax and have a good meal.

He stopped in front of a unique liquor store. This wine shop is called "A Dream of the Rivers and Lakes", and its appearance is simple and elegant, as if telling the changes in the rivers and lakes. There is a cyan banner hanging on the lintel, fluttering in the wind, like the hearts of people in the rivers and lakes, forever uncertain.

Taihao tied his horse to the door of the wine shop, and was about to step into the wine shop, but was blocked by a shopkeeper. The shopkeeper was dressed in green clothes, smiling, and looked quite smart. He pointed to the sign by the door and said, "Guest, there is a rule in our store, all people entering the store are not allowed to carry weapons. ”

Tai Hao was slightly stunned, then pressed the hilt of the sword, and responded: "I'm just wearing it, I won't use this sword." His words revealed a kind of confidence and firmness, as if telling the shopkeeper that he was not a malicious person.

However, the shopkeeper still adhered to the rules of the hotel: "That's not good." This store is a gathering place for knights, for everyone's safety, please put your weapons on the weapon rack next to it. You can rest assured, you won't lose it if you put it there. He pointed to a weapon rack next to him and explained to Taihao.

Tai Hao's gaze passed through the crack in the door of the wine store and cast it to the "weapon storage" outside the door. There, it seems to be a Jianghu weapons museum, each weapon is full of legends, as if telling their respective heroic deeds. The weapon shelves, made of sturdy pear wood, have been mottled on its surface by the years, adding a touch of simplicity and elegance.

The weapons on the shelves are dazzling and varied. Swords, guns, halberds, all available, each one placed in a neat and orderly manner, as if waiting for the call of the master. The sharp sword, the body of the sword flashes with cold light, and the gems inlaid on the hilt are as bright as the stars, which looks noble and mysterious; The heavy war knife has a thick back and a sharp blade, revealing a domineering spirit; The spear is like a forest, and the tip of the spear is pointed directly at the sky, as if it can pierce the sky, sharp and mighty; The halberd is like the fangs of a beast, showing its majesty and power.

In addition to these common weapons, there are also some rather peculiar weapons. A seemingly ordinary fan, but with a sharp blade, seems to be a chic and elegant knight, taking people's lives while talking and laughing; Or a delicate piccolo, but in fact it is a sharp short sword, which makes people feel the sinister and ruthless of the rivers and lakes while enjoying the music.

Next to the weapon shelf, there is a stone tablet engraved with the words "Weapons are stored, and responsibility is borne by yourself". This is the rule of the wine shop, and it is also the creed of the rivers and lakes. Every knight who enters the wine shop must abide by this rule, temporarily store his weapons here, put aside the grievances and disputes of the rivers and lakes, and enjoy a moment of tranquility and comfort.

Tai Hao smiled slightly, and asked in a slightly naughty tone: "Dian Xiaoer, since you keep saying that the weapon will not be lost if you put it here, then why do you emphasize 'responsibility for yourself'?" There was a hint of banter in his words, as if he was testing the bottom line of the shopkeeper.

The shopkeeper seemed to be a little impatient with Tai Hao's question, he frowned, and his tone was a little tough: "Guest officer, you don't know anything." Since the opening of our restaurant, not a single weapon has been lost here. You can rest assured, even if you really lose it, our wine store can compensate you for ten or eight. There was a kind of confidence in his words, as if telling Taihao that this was the safest place.

Seeing this, Taihao no longer continued to dwell on this topic, he smiled and nodded, untied the long sword in his hand, and gently placed it on the weapon shelf. The sword body collided lightly with the other weapons on the shelf, making a crisp sound, as if telling the grievances and hatreds on the rivers and lakes.

Then, Tai Hao's eyes swept over the weapon shelf, saw all kinds of weapons, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart that this was indeed a gathering place for knights from the rivers and lakes. He turned his head to look at the shopkeeper and asked curiously, "There are so many weapons here, it seems that there are really a lot of knights who drink here." ”

The shopkeeper smiled proudly and replied, "I see that you are from other places, and you don't know the customs of our Yichuan City." Today is March 15, and it is the day when our Yichuan City wanderers return home. At this time of year, the descendants of Yichuan City, who have a head and face in the rivers and lakes, will come back, and they will drink and have fun in our wine shop to celebrate this special day. ”

When Tai Hao heard this, he suddenly realized in his heart, no wonder there are so many weapons here. He nodded, expressed understanding, and asked, "It seems that there are really a lot of martial arts practitioners in Yichuan City." ”

The shopkeeper nodded and agreed: "That's right, our Yichuan City is the hometown of martial arts, and there are naturally a lot of martial arts practitioners." However, since you are from out of town, I still have to remind you that it is best not to go to the second floor, just find a table on the first floor to eat and drink. There was a kindness and concern in his tone.

When Tai Hao heard this, he smiled slightly and expressed his gratitude. He turned around and walked into the wine shop, only to see that the interior of the wine shop was uniquely decorated, and the dim light sprinkled on the wooden tables and chairs, creating a warm and mysterious atmosphere. There are several pots of greenery in the corner, adding a bit of life and vitality to the room. On the bar, there are all kinds of fine wines, and the aroma of wine is overflowing, which makes people intoxicated.

The wine shop seems to be a small world independent of the world, and the strong atmosphere of rivers and lakes permeates every corner. Here the drinkers whispered and complained to each other; Or talk loudly and be arrogant. Their identities are different, some of them have stunts, and they are famous heroes and heroes on the rivers and lakes; Some are talented, literati and ink writers who splash ink; Others are ordinary people who come here just to find a moment of pleasure. In the sake shop, it is as if it is a stage where various life stories are intertwined, and each drinker plays his or her own role here.

Taihao subconsciously looked towards the second floor of the wine store, and saw that the door of the room on the second floor was closed, but laughter and laughter kept coming out, as if something good was happening. He was curious, but he didn't say much.

A shopkeeper enthusiastically led Tai Hao to sit at the table in the middle of the first floor, recommended a few signature dishes for him, and personally poured him a pot of wine. Taihao nodded his head in thanks, and then began to taste the delicacies. The aroma of the wine was overflowing, the dishes were delicious, and Taihao couldn't help but revel in it, temporarily forgetting the disturbances of the outside world.

However, at this moment, a group of officers and soldiers suddenly broke into the liquor store. With wanted warrants in their hands, they looked around violently, and the officers and soldiers in the lead shouted loudly: "This officer is ordered to arrest the fugitive Diao Yi, sit down and don't move!" As his words fell, the atmosphere in the restaurant instantly became tense.

Tai Hao's heart tightened, he knew that he had not committed any crimes, but under the search of this group of officers and soldiers, he could not help but feel a little uneasy. He tried to keep his composure, and as he continued to savor the food and wine, he secretly observed the situation around him.

The commander quickly ordered more than 20 officers and soldiers to go to the second floor to look for the traces of the fugitive Diao Yi, while the rest of the officers and soldiers took portraits and carefully compared them with the drinkers on the first floor one by one.

Just when it was Taihao's turn to compare, there was a sudden sound of fighting on the second floor. Immediately afterwards, an officer and soldier poked his head out of the railing on the second floor in embarrassment and shouted: "The fugitive is here!" The fugitives are here! His voice was filled with horror and nervousness, as if something terrible was raging on the second floor.

With this shout, the entire liquor shop instantly fell into chaos. The customers fled in panic, and the shopkeepers were busy. Taihao didn't panic, he quickly stood up, ready to take the opportunity to leave this chaotic place.