On the seventh day of October, at noon.

Xun Qin, who had not heard from him for nearly a month, suddenly returned to the Xianwang Mansion.

Today, in addition to the masters of the Western Regions such as Abaolu, Su Hu, Xiao Yang, and Xun Budao, who came back with her, there is also a mysterious man who is about fifty years old, has big ears, and has a mouth in the river.

treats people like people, not only are Abaolu and the others submissive, but even Xun Qin is respectful in front of him.

As soon as he entered the Xianwang Mansion, the mysterious man kept looking around, as if he was full of interest in everything in the mansion.

"I have heard that the Central Plains is prosperous, and when I see it today, it really deserves its reputation. ”

It seems that he was deeply attracted by the pavilions and pavilions in the Xianwang Mansion, and the carved beams and hanging buildings, the mysterious man couldn't help but sigh with emotion and praise.

This move aroused the curious eyes of many disciples in the house.

"Although the Central Plains is prosperous, it is not so luxurious. Xun Qin said with a smile, "As golden and jade as the Xianwang Mansion, with a long halberd and a high gate, I am afraid that I can't find a few if I look at the entire Central Plains." ”

"The vision of the young Qin king is really vicious, and he chose to befriend Luo Tianjin among the heroes of the Central Plains, which is really far-sighted and wise. The mysterious man replied undeniably while looking around, "Now, Luo Tianjin has successfully sat in the position of the leader of the martial arts alliance, which shows that he is strategic, shrewd and capable. ”

"Huh...... Everyone has come from afar, and the contemptible mansion is not well greeted, and I hope to forgive your sins!"

With a burst of hearty laughter, Xie Xuan led Su Tang, Luo Qi, and Liu Xunyi to hold the fan, and walked towards Xun Qin and the others.

The two sides have not yet approached, and Liu Xunyi and Xun Qin's eyes have been intertwined intentionally or unintentionally.

It's just that the meeting between the two is far less cordial and natural than the reunion of old friends, but there is less familiarity and openness in each other's eyes, and a little more strangeness and vigilance.

It seems that today's two people are not the same two people at all as Liu Xunyi and Xun Qin, who got along day and night in the past, talked and laughed.

An invisible and intangible, but real estrangement, quietly climbed between the two.

In a trance, Xun Qin's parting words echoed in Liu Xunyi's ears again: "Tomorrow, you go west to Huashan, and I will go south to Jingjiang." No matter what success or failure, I am afraid that it will be difficult to go back to the past. Therefore, if you say goodbye tonight, you and I will go our separate ways. ...... Even if we see each other in the future, we may not be friends again......"

Xun Qin's words became a prophecy, which made Liu Xunyi can't help but recall the past scenes of the two of them talking freely in a pot of good wine under the bright moon and breeze that night.

When he approached, Xie Xuan took the initiative to greet Xun Qin: "I haven't seen you for many days, Miss Xun Qin is okay?"

As if interrupted by Xie Xuan's voice, Xun Qin was stunned for a moment, and then quickly came back to his senses, the corners of his mouth raised a confident smile as always, and he returned the salute without humility or arrogance: "Thanks to the blessings of King Beixian and Second Master Xie, everything is fine with the little girl." ”

"The lord of the mansion has not received news from Miss Xun Qin for a long time, and he is very worried. Several times I sent people out to investigate, but the result was to no avail. ”

Xie Xuan pretended to be ashamed, but in fact, there was something in his words, and he said goodbye without saying goodbye.

In this regard, Xun Qin didn't explain too much, just smiled, then changed his words and asked, "Where is the lord of Luofu?"

"The lord of the mansion had a fierce battle with Jin Fuyu in Huashan, so that his vitality was greatly injured, and now he is still recovering. Xie Xuan acted as a problem, "The lord of the mansion didn't know that Miss Xun Qin was visiting today, so he just took medicine and fell asleep. ”

"You ......"

"Huh!"

Seeing Xie Xuan so rude, Abaoluden was angry, and wanted to reprimand, but was interrupted by a mysterious man waving his hand: "I'm waiting for uninvited, it's already out of courtesy." Since King Beixian is resting, we should follow the Lord and wait for good news. ”

Hearing this, Xie Xuan couldn't help but raise his eyebrows, looked at the mysterious man with interest, and said humbly: "Forgive Xie for not knowing Mount Tai with his eyes, and not knowing the name of the noble surname?"

"This is ......"

"Huh!" Without waiting for Xun Qin's introduction, the mysterious man waved his hand again and smiled, "Nobody, not enough to worry about." ”

Seeing that the mysterious man was silent, Xie Xuan was not reluctant, but pointed towards the middle hall and said, "Please taste tea in the hall." ”

"There is labor!"

With that, the mysterious man took the lead and walked towards the middle hall, and the indignant Abaolu followed behind angrily, and Xun Qin hesitated for a moment and walked last.

When she and Liu Xunyi passed by, the two looked at each other, Xun Qin left Liu Xunyi with a meaningful smile, but Liu Xunyi was preoccupied, and he looked hesitant to speak.

......

In the afternoon, the study.

"Mansion Master, Xun Qin, they have been waiting in the middle hall for two hours......"

"No hurry!" Luo Tianjin sat behind the desk gracefully, holding an ancient book in his hand, reading it with relish, and said absentmindedly, "Let them wait!"

"But ......," Xie Xuan hesitated, "after all, they are the people of the Young Qin King, and we are so neglectful...... Doesn't seem right. ”

"They suddenly disappeared and kept us waiting. Now I let them wait a few more hours, what's wrong?" Luo Tianjin put down the book and threw a dissatisfied look at Xie Xuan, "Brother Xie, I just treat others in the way of others, and not letting them wait for me for ten days and a half months is already full of affection." There is a way that people respect me for a foot, and I respect people for a foot. Don't forget, they snubbed me first, and I only punished me with a small punishment. If I keep accommodating, or even being led by the nose, it will only make them look down on us more and more in the future. ”

"The lord of the mansion is taught. ”

Seeing Xie Xuan's timid face, Luo Tianjin's face gradually softened, and he said jokingly: "Since they have been waiting for a long time, you might as well let them wait a little longer." ”

"Wait a little longer?" Xie Xuan hesitated, "Won't you wait until the evening?"

He commanded them to go down and serve them only tea, and not to bring them any food. Luo Tianjin said casually, "This group of people from the Western Regions have a lot of intestines, and they just use tea to help them scrape the oil and water in their stomachs." ”

Xie Xuan looked worried and reminded: "There is a fresh face among the people who came, looking at his posture and the attitude of the Xun Qin people towards him, it seems that he has a high status. I guess......"

"You guess he's Yelutai, the king of Shaoqin?"

"Not bad!" Xie Xuan nodded, "Judging by his age, his dress, and the momentum he exudes in his gestures, it seems extraordinary." If he was really Jerutai, would we be so rude, would we ......?"

"No, it won't. Luo Tianjin said firmly, "The King of Shaoqin is pampered and very sorry for his life, if he is not completely sure, he will definitely not put himself in a strange situation." What's more, there is a lesson from Ren Wuyanke's death in Huashan, and King Shaoqin never wants to follow in his footsteps, so he will never take risks in person and come to the Central Plains. As for the face you mentioned, it may be a cronie and favorite minister around King Shaoqin. ”

"That makes sense. Xie Xuan nodded slowly and asked hesitantly, "When does the Mansion Master plan to see them?"

"Let's talk about it tomorrow!" Luo Tianjin said lightly, "Remember, you don't have to arrange food and wine for them, let alone arrange a guest room for them, just let them wait in the middle hall." ”

"Understood. ”

Seeing that Xie Xuan wanted to turn around and leave, Luo Tianjin's eyes suddenly moved, and he muttered: "Brother Xie, there is something I have been thinking about for a long time, and I want to hear your opinion today." ”

"The lord of the house, please speak. ”

"I have been the leader of the Martial Arts Alliance for nearly a month, and although all the sects and factions have sent a roster of people according to their promises, I always feel ...... Many people are still unconvinced by me, most of them are disobedient to me, and they bow down to me on the surface, but in fact they don't take me seriously at all. Luo Tianjin said with a heavy heart, "If you want to hold the bull's ear of the Central Plains martial arts, it must not be empty words, let alone just rely on the name of the alliance leader." ”

"The rivers and lakes are vast, and the martial arts are vast. It is not easy for the lord of the mansion to rule the various sects and factions on his own. Xie Xuan pondered, "Although the lord of the mansion is the leader of the martial arts alliance, in fact, it is still the Xianwang Mansion that really commands. For other sects, especially the many sects far south of Qinhuai, it is inevitable that they will not be able to reach their strength. ”

"We have been operating in the north for many years, with deep roots and profound heritage, and now with the blessing of the master of the martial arts alliance, we are like a fish in water and can swim with ease. However, the many sects and families south of Qinhuai are still a piece of my heart. If you can't control the overall situation, the leader of the martial arts alliance is just a false name, not only has no majesty, but it makes people laugh. ”

"The lord of the house means ......"

"One person counts short, two counts long. Rather than having me take care of the northern and southern factions alone, it is better to divide and rule. Luo Tianjin pondered, "I intend to nominate Qingfeng, the head of Wudang, and Teng Sanshi, the patriarch of the Teng clan, as the deputy alliance leader to assist me in taking charge of the Central Plains Martial Arts." I don't know what Brother Xie thinks?"

"Deputy Alliance Leader?" Xie Xuan said in astonishment, "From ancient times to the present, I have never heard of a deputy alliance leader in the Central Plains Martial Arts, and they are two ......."

"Qingfeng Dao is a martial arts master, dialect and deeds, high morality, by him in charge, the world's heroes will not dare to make times. Luo Tianjin explained, "The old hero Teng is full of ambition, jealous and hateful, upright, and has a very high prestige in the rivers and lakes. ”

"This ...... It's not impossible. But will they be able to agree to it?"

"I am the leader of the Martial Arts Alliance, why do I need them to agree?" Luo Tianjin's face sank, and he said beyond doubt, "There is no need to discuss this matter with them, it is directly announced to the world in the name of the leader of the Martial Arts Alliance." ”

"Wouldn't this be a duck on the shelf?" Qingfeng Dao Leader believes that he will not refuse, but Patriarch Teng has a strong temperament ......"

"It is precisely because of his strong temperament that he will not face Qin Duchu. Luo Tianjin interrupted confidently, "When I was in Huashan, he personally admitted that I was the leader of the Martial Arts Alliance, so he will definitely not resist my arrangement today." Based on my understanding of him, once he accepts the position of deputy alliance leader, he will definitely fulfill his duties and will never ruin his reputation by being a vegetarian meal. ”

Although Luo Tianjin's tone was flat, and he seemed to have a discussion with Xie Xuan, in fact, in Xie Xuan's heart, there was a faint trace of unusual feelings.

In the past, Luo Tianjin blamed himself for Zhou, treated others with appointments, and listened to everything clearly, as if he was in the valley.

Today, Luo Tianjin's eyes are comparable, domineering, arbitrary, and indispensable.

Xie Xuan's bystanders were clear, and he was secretly worried. In his eyes, today's "Martial Arts Alliance Leader" is gradually distancing from the former "Northern Sage King", and even the opposite of each other.

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