Volume 14 Chapter 7 (1)

In the winter of a year, regardless of the north and south of the Yangtze River, it seems to be the general cold, after the solar term, along the river, up to Yiling, down to Jiangning, stretching for thousands of miles, not the sky is full of clouds, or the snow is one after another, the wind is also tight like a day, almost to knock down the sails, freeze and crack the mast, therefore, the boats and boats in the middle of the river channel are gradually thinning, and the pedestrians on the river bank are also nearly extinct.

However, in such weather, on the avenue leading to Jiangling in Xiangyang, there are two figures flying in the wind and snow, and they have crossed the distance of dozens of zhang together as soon as they fall, their speed is actually difficult to distinguish with the naked eye, if it is under the blue sky, it is standing on the side of the road and watching them pass, and they can only see two streamers like a vast phantom, most of them will think that they are dazzled and misunderstood, but this time the sky is snowing, their bodies gallop between, inevitably blowing up the vast snow mist, looking from afar, only to see a snow dragon coming, this is to show some traces。

The two people who rushed in this way, naturally Ximen Lie and Lu Qi who went all the way south from Xindu, the two of them carried for many days, Lu Qi had already used those few words of mental method to be supernatural, and his body was like a flying feather, fluttering in the wind, effortlessly, even the wind and snow could not invade her clothes for half a minute, even with her sick and weak body, all the way, it was only slightly stained with a little wind and dust, and because Ximen Lie continued to cross the innate true qi into her body along the way, which played a role in consolidating the foundation and cultivating the yuan. With the effect of regulating qi and blood, Lu Qi's body has even improved a lot, and when she takes a break halfway, she no longer tosses and turns.

As we get closer to Gangneung, the wind and snow gradually weaken. Ximen Lie felt that the pressure had been reduced a lot, his eyebrows were a little stretched, Xindu had traveled thousands of miles to Jiangling, and he had traveled all the way to Jiangling, and he felt a little unbearable even with his cultivation, not to mention that he had to take a person with him, this part of the journey was inevitably a little too difficult, but fortunately, Jiangling was about to arrive. Through the snow, he could already vaguely see the vast line of river, and Ximen Lie's heart was wide, and his breath was slightly sluggish. The momentum of the flying was three points faster out of thin air, but in a few breaths, it had already fallen on the river embankment, and he waved his long sleeves before he landed. The snow in the range of Fang Yuan Zhang was all blown off, and when the green Qi fell on the embankment, the brocade boots on his feet were already wet with slush.

Lu Qi was weak after all, and she gasped for a while after landing before looking up. I saw that the river in front of me was flowing eastward, and the long embankment on both sides of the bank was circuitous, looking back at the embankment. Mo Zongheng. Rows of withered willows. Looking up at the river sky, the light snow is flying. Such as fog and smoke, falling down the heart of the river, dissolving in an instant, this situation, this scene, vaguely seen when childhood, suddenly re-seen, people do not know whether it is a dream or illusion, remembering the former sisters in the support of the uncle, the scene of leaving home, is already bitter in the abdomen, and then think of the people who are close to the family at the moment do not know whether to die or live, only their single shadow is left, and they do not feel tears.

Crying happily, Lu Qi felt a lot more comfortable in his heart, at this time a handkerchief was handed to the front, Lu Qi subconsciously took the handkerchief and wiped away the tears on his face, looked up and saw Ximen Lie staring at himself with gentle eyes, a pair of slightly tired eyes revealed a faint look of concern, that was a fatherly gaze, Lu Qi only felt that her mind was slack, and she was deeply sleepy, but this time, she did not sleep as before with peace of mind, but gritted her teeth and said word by word:" Ximen senior, please rest assured, I can still support it, such a long distance has been traveled, I don't want to delay a little longer, since the seniors said that Qingping and Zijing went to Jishan, we might as well go to Longmei Temple immediately, as long as you see the guards of your adoptive father, you will definitely be able to find them, if you go late, I am afraid that there will be no chance to meet again, the little woman does not want to regret her life, and please fulfill the seniors. ”

Ximen Lie sighed softly, just now he saw that Lu Qi was too sad, so he wanted to make Lu Qi fall asleep temporarily, so as not to hurt his heart, he didn't expect Lu Qi to be so resolute, he refused to sleep, so he was no longer reluctant, no longer performed "Dementor", and instead smiled: "Little girl, you don't have to worry too much, the miracle doctor I asked to invite has the ability to rejuvenate the magic hand, that is, compared to the ancient Bian Que, Hua Tuo, I don't want to let it go too much, I'm just worried that I won't come, as long as that person is willing to make a move, he will be able to hold Ling Mei alive, as for Zijing and the two of them, Miss Pingyan will also invite them, instead of you going around looking for them, it's better to wait at the divine doctor's place, if these two children are too stubborn, I think I need you to persuade more, even if they can only barely save their lives, I hope they can be wronged, and I dare not guarantee anything else, I will never let anyone use this to hold the two of them hostage. ”

Lu Qi and Ximen Lie have been together for a while, and he has a lot of understanding of the most low-key Hidden Emperor among the four great grandmasters, even in order to comfort himself along the way, he has never said a slightly exaggerated word, such a solemn promise made by a local person, naturally it is not easy, Lu Qi did not feel a little relieved, and smiled: "The little girl thanked Ximen senior, I don't know where the divine doctor is, isn't it also in Jiangling?"

Ximen Lie shook his head and said: "Naturally, it's not ......" As soon as he said four words, his expression suddenly turned cold, his eyes revealed a wisp of murderous intent, and he shot into the vast wind and snow behind the embankment, and said unhurriedly: "Your Excellency, who dares to spy in secret, and does not show up quickly, if you are late, don't blame me for being ruthless." ”

Falling, someone under the embankment has already said loudly: "In Xia Wu Cheng, I have asked Mr. Simon and Miss Lu Qi to take the time to meet here, if there is any offense, Wu apologizes in advance." ”

Lu Qi was slightly stunned when she heard this, when she was living in the Xindu County Lord's Mansion, she had several encounters with Wu Cheng, and naturally knew that this Fengtai Pavilion master had far-reaching strategies and great intelligence, but he couldn't see it, and his martial arts were not extremely clever, so when he went in and out, he often hugged him from front to back, but listening to Emperor Yin's tone, this person actually came alone, and he couldn't help but be suspicious.

Ximen Lie was thoughtful, and said after a moment: "Mr. Wu's move is a bit risky, it's just that since you have already come, please come over and talk about it, but if you still want to use scheming in vain, it's best not to talk nonsense." ”

Wu Cheng's elegant and calm voice sounded again: "Wu is just the light of fireflies, but Mr. Ximen is like a bright moon in the sky. In the next place, it is purely for his own selfishness, if there is a desire to harm each other, he is willing to die under the hands of Mr., even if he is broken, there is no complaint. Before the aftermath stopped, a white figure slowly walked out from under the river embankment, but a touch of dark color clothes was revealed between the actions, and Lu Qi looked at it fixedly. That person was really Wu Cheng in his memory, with an elegant appearance and outstanding demeanor, but a pair of eyes were dull. I saw that he was wearing a dark robe inside, covered with a snow fox coat, and if he stood still, he was almost the same color as the flying snow. No wonder he didn't see Wu Chengdi's figure.

Wu Cheng walked to the embankment and swept up, although he couldn't see, but between his actions, he was like walking on the ground. Without any suffocation, they approached the two of them, and their gloomy eyes fell on Ximen Lie impartially, and he bowed down and said, "Sir is a grandmaster." Protect the county lord for many years. Now he is working hard for His Royal Highness the Nine. This grace and virtue are sympathetic to the top and bottom. Please accept the next bow. ”

Ximen Lie smiled faintly and said: "Zijing is my disciple, running for him is the only thing that my incompetent master can do, no one is willing to admit that Zijing is the son of the county lord, I can't stand it, and I don't want to accept it." ”

Wu Cheng's expression was a little gloomy, and he sighed: "Glory and wealth, although it is a fleeting and famous career, but it is a hero in the world, Mr. Simon's question, Wu can't defend it, and he doesn't want to defend it, but I also ask Mr. to believe that whether it is His Royal Highness the Prince of the World or Wu, there is no intention of harming His Royal Highness the Nine." ”

Ximen Lie flicked his sleeves and said: "It's useless to talk about these things, right and wrong, free in people's hearts, you travel alone, if you are known by others, I am afraid that you will not let go of such a rare opportunity, if you have anything to say, say it directly, so as not to waste your time." ”

Wu Cheng said solemnly: "Mr. said yes, he is talking a lot, there are three things to explain, the first is that His Royal Highness the Prince of the World sent thousands of miles to avoid poison Moyu, although Miss Qingping refused to accept it, Wu could not give up, so I asked Mr. to accept it on his behalf, even if it did not play any role, it was also a piece of His Royal Highness the Prince's heart." With that, he handed over the piece of ink jade that had been thrown to the ground by Qingping.

Ximen Lie groaned slightly, stretched out his hand and took it: "I can accept the poison-avoiding treasure jade, but this matter has nothing to do with Zijing Qingping, and His Royal Highness the Prince of the World can ask me for it in the future." ”

Wu Cheng saw that Ximen Lie was not leaking, so he couldn't help but smile slightly bitterly and continued: " Before the second thing is said, I want to apologize to Miss Lu Qi first, if there is someone in the world today who can keep Miss Qingping's life, probably only Mr. Liao Shuiqing, but up and down, whether it is public or private, can not have anything to do with Mr. Liao, so Wu can not go to seek medical treatment, and it is even inconvenient to hint that His Royal Highness Nine and Miss Qingping are going, but this is not an obstacle for Mr. Simon, if it is not bad as expected, Mr. Simon should also think of this person. If Mr. Liao has a request for His Royal Highness the Nine, and asks Mr. Simon to refuse on his behalf, Wu can promise on behalf of His Royal Highness that as long as Mr. Liao is willing to come to the rescue, whether Miss Qingping is saved or not, this personal affection will be remembered in the heart, and in the future, whether the two sides are enemies or friends, His Royal Highness the Prince will remember Mr. Liao's righteous help. ”

Ximen Lie couldn't help but be moved when he heard this, and said after a while: " You are right, can you please move Liao Shuiqing, that is, I am only three points sure, and I am also grateful to the Cuihuping girl who is willing to help each other, Liao Shuiqing is very clear to you and me, and the identity is so special, no matter what requirements are made, it is reasonable, even if the county lord is in person, he may not be able to refuse, not to mention that Zijing is still a junior, now there is a promise from you, which is better than thousands of troops, presumably Mr. Liao will definitely agree to come to the rescue, this favor, I will let Zijing remember it in my heart. ”

Wu Cheng shook his head and said: "Thank you, Mr. Cheng, if His Royal Highness the Ninth is willing to take a step back, not only will he feel the same sense of virtue, but also the benefits outweigh the disadvantages to His Royal Highness the Ninth Highness himself, this is Wu's heartfelt words, and there is no half-falsehood." The third thing is the biggest worry in Wu's heart, lovesickness is absolutely poisonous, unparalleled in the world, even if he is rescued by Mr. Liao, he is afraid that he will die for a lifetime, if Miss Qingping is finally unlucky, His Royal Highness Nine has an extreme temperament, I am afraid that he will be confused for a while, and there will be something unbearable, Mr. is the master of His Royal Highness Nine, and Miss Lu Qi is also commensurate with His Royal Highness Nine's sister and brother, please two of them

Consolation is. ”

Ximen Lie frowned slightly when he heard this, and said unhappily: "Zijing is my disciple, if I really encounter any setbacks, I will try to comfort him, this does not need you to worry, as for the things you are worried about, it will definitely not happen, although Zijing is young and extreme, he does not know how to distinguish between right and wrong." But if you are afraid that he will kill Xindu, you are afraid that he will live in the belly of a gentleman with the heart of a villain. ”

Wu Cheng's gloomy eyes seemed to reveal sadness, and he didn't argue, but said lightly: "Since Mr. Simon knows it in his heart, he will rest assured that he will be a teacher for one day and a father for life." Presumably, Mr. will take good care of His Royal Highness Nine. Miss Lu Qi should also know about the temperament of His Royal Highness Jiu, the so-called 'deep love is not long, and strong is humiliating', but this is the case. If there is any case, please also ask the young lady to mourn, and take care of the ninth highness on behalf of the prince, Wu is here to thank you first. ”

Wu Cheng and Ximen Lie's words. Faintly revealed a lot of information, Lu Qi was originally a smart person in ice and snow, and naturally understood it in her heart, but she was quiet. Although his heart was already turbulent, his beautiful face was always indifferent, even if he heard Wu Cheng say that Qingping might die after all. It's just a slight frown. It's just that the eyes that are as deep as a pool and as bright as autumn water are more and more lonely. Hearing Wu Cheng speak to her, Fang Youyu said: "The son of the world has a deep brotherhood. Lu Qi empathizes, but so trusted, please forgive Lu Qi for being powerless, Mr. and Zi Jing just met each other, but they already know Zi Jing's temperament well, Lu Qi and her sister get along day and night, and she knows a lot about her temperament, although her sister is stubborn, but she never wants to force others, if there is really something unbearable, it is not human to recover. ”

Wu Cheng originally just guessed, and was not very sure, but at this moment, after listening to Lu Qidi's words, he realized that the situation might be more serious than he expected, and he couldn't help but sink in his heart, and couldn't help but think of the lonely figure of the young man huddled in the alley in the cold rain and cold night, only to feel ashamed and painful in his heart, and he couldn't say a word anymore, so he hurriedly bowed his hand and didn't say goodbye, so he left silently.

Although Ximen Lie is Yang Ning's master, he is a fan of the authorities, and he has long been accustomed to seeing Yang Ning's perseverance when he practiced martial arts, his biological mother was arrogant and unyielding under the cold, and he deliberately distanced himself from this disciple in the past, so his understanding of Yang Ning is even worse than Lu Qi and Wu Cheng, who have seen Yang Ning's weakest side, in his mind, even if Qingping is unlucky, Yang Ning is only sad for a few years, and he never thought that there are other possibilities。

After being silent for a long time, Ximen Lie wanted to speak several times and stopped, but Lu Qi lowered his eyebrows and refused to look at Ximen Lie, Ximen Lie finally sighed and said: "Little girl, you were depressed all the way, but it didn't turn out to be for Ling Mei alone, but you already knew that Zijing would have such a confused mind?"

Lu Qi raised her head when she heard this, and said coldly: "The little woman is blunt, she doesn't know what her predecessors said about her confused thoughts, and her sister once swore by the sky." I must marry an infatuated lover who lives up to life and death, since Zijing and her sister are in love, if you don't live and die together, then you are clumsy and mistaken in marriage, not to mention that our Yin family has no wagging tail and begging for mercy, if Zijing has a trace of reluctance, her sister will not have the slightest force, if the seniors are responsible for this, it is better to blame the sky for playing tricks on lovers.

The predecessors must have never seen Zijing who appeared in Dongting Lake for the first time, although he was still alive in the world at that time, he was like a lonely soul, without a trace of anger, it took two months for the sister to let him know how to speak, but now when I think of the scene, the little woman still shuddered, what did a person suffer, to become like that. Now that I know Zi Jingdi's identity, what happened back then, I don't need to ask, I finally Zi Jing came to her senses, and she was happy with her sister, if she had something she couldn't bear to say, I was afraid that Zi Jing would be worse than dead, although I couldn't know my sister's thoughts, but I also knew that she definitely couldn't bear to leave Zijing alone to suffer in the world. If Zijing has the love of her parents, teachers and brothers, even if she regrets her heart, she may also give up her old vows, Lu Qi wants to ask Ximen's predecessors, where is the sister, Fang Ling is difficult to continue, Zijing is innocent, relatives and friends are separated, and the seniors are not sad here, but also think about who caused the ending today. ”

Ximen Lie was furious when he heard this, although he was peaceful, but after all, he was one of the four great masters, how could anyone dare to accuse him face to face, under the thought of his heart, the true qi of his body was ready to go, a Confucian shirt without wind and automatic, and his eyes were as cold as ice, although he did not really make a move, the invisible power was enough to hurt people, even if he was a top master, it was difficult to resist in such a situation, not to mention that Lu Qi's injury had not healed, her vitality was insufficient, and her face was as pale as paper in a few breaths, but she was soft on the outside and rigid on the inside, a pair of silent and cold eyes seemed to be burning with flames, and Ximen Lie looked at each other awe-inspiringly, and refused to take a half step back。