Chapter 9: The Art of Qimen
On the upper right side of the thatched hut, a chessboard carved from white jade is more than half a person high. On top of it are black and white round chess pieces.
Bai Suyun stepped forward, but did not mention the matter of playing chess, but asked, "Little brother, I don't know what you think of the Qimen technique?"
Yue Fan stepped forward and stood opposite Bai Suyun. After pondering for a long time, he said: "When someone once taught me the formation, he said that there is a way for all things in heaven and earth to be born and die, and the changes in the fortunes of the stars are endless. And the art of Qimen contains the way of the change of heaven and earth, and it is mysterious and mysterious. ”
"Oh?!, the little brother also knows the art of Qimen. Bai Suyun said curiously.
"I don't, I've only learned some simple formations and battlefield killing formations. "Yue Fan is not modest, but when Li Yun taught him the formation, he said to him that although the battlefield killing formation is good when it is used against the two armies, it is not worth mentioning compared to the Qimen technique that changes through the heavens and the earth.
Bai Suyun smiled slightly, pointed to the chessboard and said, "This chess game is laid out by a generation of Qimen Grandmaster Guiguzi in ancient times, and it contains countless changes in the Dou Zhuan Star Shift. The old man has been understanding this chess game for decades, but he has not always been able to solve this game. Look here......" said and pointed to the upper corner of the chessboard, "Here the white child has been disassembled, as if the sky has been broken, a chaos, and if the sky collapses, this game will be dead." If you want to 'mend the sky', you must have a white child in the lower corner...... However, I tried many times, but it was still too late to remedy...... Alas~~~"
Yue Fan carefully looked at every part of the chessboard......
After a long time, he took a deep breath and said with a solemn expression: "This situation is ...... What's it called?"
"Qimen is fighting, and the heavens and the earth are in turmoil...... This game is called 'Heavenly Remnant Wonder Game'!" After speaking, Bai Suyun picked up a black spot and fell into the center of the chessboard.
Suddenly, the entire chess game was as fierce as a violent wind, and it went straight around Baizi.
Yue Fan stared at the chessboard, and an unprecedented feeling came to his heart, that was the truth. It's like the whole person, in the chess game, controlling the change and development of the overall situation.
When the wind struck, Yue Fan held his white finger and threw it in front of him to block the enemy's attack. Secretly exclaimed: "What a magical chess game! Don't be careless!"
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Yue Fan and the others stood still and didn't move, on the chessboard, you came and went black and white confusion, but the mistakes were orderly.
There are endless changes in the chess game, and Yue Fan feels as if he is in the scene, feeling the changes in the situation. With every few steps, the surrounding scene changes......
or the battlefield gallops and kills......
or forest hunting......
or run wild in the wilderness......
Even scenes such as the sea and the sky appear around.
"It's an illusion, it can't be real!" Although Yue Fan knew rationally that these were all illusions, his mind was still involved. watched Bai Zi being devoured by the darkness little by little, and told him how to start.
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At this time, Yue Fan stood still holding Baizi in his right hand, hesitating in his heart...... If you demolish it, the sky will collapse, and if you make up for it, the world will be chaotic.
Faintly, he felt that the heavens and the earth were shaking, and secretly wondered: "Is the innocence about to collapse? How can I save it? How can I save this mortal situation......
Yue Fan's body was surging, and if he continued like this, he would be seriously injured.
At this moment, there was a wave of fluctuations in Yue Fan's sea of knowledge to compete with Tianwei, instantly suppressing his surging blood qi.
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"Smack!" Yue Fan gently crushed the white child in his hand, and his mind instantly left the chess game and returned to his body.
"Hehe! The little brother is good, he can actually quit the chess game safely, much better than my old man. I think the first time I came into contact with the 'Heavenly Remnant Strange Game', but I was seriously injured and retreated. Bai Suyun also put down the chess pieces and looked at them with a smile.
"Huh~~~" With a long breath, Yue Fan sighed: "What a weird chess game!"
Bai Suyun's face turned pale, and he said seriously: "I don't know if the little brother is interested in the art of Qimen?"
"What!?"
When Yue Fan heard Bai Suyun's inquiry, he was stunned at first, and then his mood was extremely agitated. He could naturally hear Bai Suyun's words, "If you're interested, I'll teach you."
However, Yue Fan still had important matters to deal with during this trip, and he didn't want to be restrained by others, so he hesitated.
If the people in the rivers and lakes have such a good opportunity and are invited by Emperor Baiwu to stay, I am afraid that they will not hesitate to abandon everything. If it weren't for Bai Suyun's very good impression of Yue Fan, he wouldn't have brought him here. But Yue Fan was actually hesitant, if the people in the rivers and lakes learned about it, I was afraid that a little spit would drown him. It seems that people's hearts are uncertain, and it is difficult to know the will of heaven.
Bai Suyun saw what Yue Fan was thinking, stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder, and said sincerely: "Little brother, there are many times in the world when you have to make choices, but I believe that nothing can restrain you, so I won't force you." It's just that I've lived here alone for a long time, and sometimes I feel lonely and helpless! So, I hope you can stay here for a few days and accompany me, an old man. ”
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"Good!"
Although Yue Fan answered very simply, he struggled in his heart.
Although he is anxious for the news of his relatives, if he wants to take revenge and find his relatives, he must have strength. Because, there are still countless enemies to face in front of you, and there are even more masters to block them, so it is not easy to contend with them.
Yue Fan thought about it and felt that if he stayed here and communicated with a master like Bai Suyun, he would make greater progress in martial arts, and he could also take this opportunity to tidy up his martial arts. What's more, there are countless people outside who want to kill him, and he is physically and mentally exhausted and needs to be cultivated, so in the end, he decided to stay.
Hearing Yue Fan's affirmative answer, Bai Suyun was very happy and said with a smile: "Okay! Okay, let's go into the house and talk about it." I'm very interested in you!—" He said and led the way.
Yue Fan smiled bitterly and followed.
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―――――――――――― there is no one in Taoyuan Village...... After that night's slaughter, this place was already a desolate place.
Wind Grass Low ...... At this time, a man covered in green sand slowly walked from the entrance of the village...... The man watched around for a long time, but found nothing, and then walked back in a very mysterious way.
Outside the entrance of the village, a black shadow fell from under the tree, stopped in front of the mysterious person, and said respectfully: "The landlord, Gu subordinates and others are tracking, Yue Fan ran all the way after leaving Jingyang Town, and rushed into a huge forest. Our men have crept into the woods, but found nothing but a large patch of broken leaves. But ......"
Seeing that his subordinates were hesitant, the mysterious man said coldly: "You know the rules of 'upstairs and upstairs', and you must not hide anything from it." If you have something to say, but what?"
This person's gloomy voice couldn't tell whether this person was a man or a woman, old or young, and it turned out to be the owner of the upstairs.
Thinking of the means of going upstairs, the subordinate broke out in a cold sweat from his forehead, and hurriedly replied: "The lord of the building, the subordinates and the people on the 'third floor' have entered the forest many times, but they have never been able to enter the depths of the jungle, so they can only turn back to the same place. The subordinates felt that someone in that forest must have laid out a Qimen formation to block our way. ”
With such a huge upstairs institution, the hierarchy is naturally strictly distinct. According to the strength, it is divided into five floors, the "first floor" is the person who connects with information; the "second floor" is the backbone of the upstairs at the beginning, while the "third floor" is some people with special abilities, such as proficient in formations, casting tools, making drugs, etc., the "fourth floor" is the leader of the organization in various places, and the "fifth floor" is the elder protector upstairs. Naturally, it is in the "upstairs building".
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"Oh, no wonder ......"
The landlord was slightly stunned and muttered: "According to my inference about Li Yuefan's character, when he knows that Taoyuan has an accident, he will definitely come back here to find out." No wonder I waited here for a long time, and he didn't come back! I thought I was wrong, but he was in hiding and didn't know the news. ”
"Qimen formation......? Could it be that the people of Tianjimen want to meddle in this matter? Impossible! They have never participated in the dispute between the rivers and lakes, and it is impossible for them to come to lie in this pond of troubled waters...... If it weren't for them, who would it be? Is it just a coincidence, but where are there so many coincidences in the world......"
"Landlord ......"
The subordinates on the side gently interrupted the landlord's thoughts, and said cautiously: "Please make it clear to the landlord, how should the subordinates and others trace?"
The landlord came back to his senses and said, "In this case, it's useless for you to go." However, Li Yuefan will definitely go to Hangzhou...... You go to Hangzhou first and wait, I have my own way. I want to see with my own eyes what Li Yuefan is capable of. Hmph!"
"Yes!" The subordinates and others set off immediately. ”
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―――――――――――― is now the golden autumn season, the noon sun is no longer as strong as the summer day, and the soft sunlight brings infinite vitality to the earth.
The ancient city of Lin'an is located in Zhejiang, close to the city of Hangzhou. Surrounded on all sides by tall walls, it looks majestic from a distance. In the past thousand years, the ancient city wall has receded and shown its old color and long history. As the saying goes, "there are many heroes in the north, and there are many talents in the south". Lin'an is such a treasure land of outstanding people!
In the distance, three horses came fluttering and stopped outside the gate of Lin'an.
The person at the front was Fu Shuai, who was dressed in white at this time, carrying a long sword, and behaving magnificently.
Behind her, Ya'er is dressed in turquoise, with a bamboo flute pinned to her waist, and green silk side by side, with a delicate and refined temperament. And Yan Yueshi is dressed in light purple, and her delicate figure highlights the mature charm.
Accompanied by Fu Shuai and his wife, Ya'er hurried all the way to Jiangnan, hoping to find Yue Fan soon. After more than ten days of travel, they finally arrived at Lin'an, a thousand-year-old city, but they couldn't hide a trace of fatigue on their faces.
"What a charming Lin'an City through the ages!, it has been many years in the future, and it still hasn't changed at all. Hehe!" Fu Shuai jumped off the horse, looking at the quaint and sprinkled word "Lin'an" above the city wall, and couldn't help but admire.
Immediately, looking at the empty city wall, Fu Shuai chuckled again: "It seems that this dispute between the rivers and lakes is not trivial, and even the imperial court has to avoid taboos...... Let's go, let's go in. ”
"Yes. Yan Yueshi said to Ya'er, who looked uncertain: "Sister, Lin'an is not far from Hangzhou. After so many days of traveling, let's go to the city to take a rest, don't worry too much!"
Ya'er eased her mood and gestured to Yan Yueshi, "Thank you...... I know...... Let's go!"
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In Lin'an City, it is even more majestic and magnificent. On the wide street, the cries of all kinds of businessmen come and go, and the bustle is crowded with people coming and going.
In the teahouses and hotels on both sides of the street, literati and writers talked about Fengyue, and there were also people in the rivers and lakes arguing. Rouge Pavilion, Jade Zhai and other places are even more lively, and the courtyard is endless.
Such a prosperous scene seems to make people forget the disasters brought about by the war, and even the sorrow in their hearts. But now, Ya'er had no intention of watching the scene here, and just silently followed Yan Yueshi to lead the horse.
Fu Shuai and Yan Yueshi looked at each other, but smiled helplessly.
Suddenly, Yan Yueshi held Ya'er's right hand and said with a smile: "Why don't I take you around, the scenery of Lin'an is good, I've been here several times." ”
As she spoke, regardless of whether Ya'er agreed or not, Yan Yueshi pulled her and walked to the side, leaving Fu Shuai standing in place and shaking his head.
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Yan Yueshi led everyone to the door of a treasure shop, and said happily: "Sister, I heard that the jade there is good, let's go and have a look......
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In the silk village, Yan Yueshi said: "Wow! This silk is really beautiful, you say yes, Lao Fu?"
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Meal Inside......
On the ship......
Yan Yueshi pulled Ya'er all the way to stop and stop, visited the riverside of the pond and lake, and stepped lightly across the small bridge and flowing water...... But Ya'er was never able to open her face, and she felt pity for Fu Shuai and Yan Yueshi.
On the rocky pier, the three of them rested casually.
Yan Yueshi said solemnly to Ya'er: "Sister, it's not that my sister said you, if you go on like this, you will only make yourself weak, and even if you find your brother, it will only affect him." ”
Ya'er was stunned when she heard this, and slowly lowered her head, but she didn't know what she was thinking. It's just that her body always exudes an indelible sorrow.
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Seeing Ya'er's expression, Yan Yueshi continued to persuade: "Sister, when Lao Fu and I went all the way to today, I don't know how many difficulties and dangers we have experienced, even life and death. But whether we were spurned by the righteous path or chased by the underworld, we never gave up. When we get together, we talk to each other, and when we part, we miss each other. We all hold on to one belief in our hearts, and that is to hold on to this love. If you and Brother Yue Fan also have this belief in their hearts...... I am sure that nothing will stop you!"
"Yes, love needs perseverance and strength, and it also needs two people to prove ......" Recalling the past, Fu Shuai was also very emotional.
Seeing the serious expressions of the two, how could Ya'er feel their care and affection. My heart was trembling, as if I understood something...... She suddenly raised her head and smiled brightly at Yan Yueshi. Sincerity, purity, beauty, that is gratitude from the depths of the soul.
Ya'er gestured, "I...... At least you...... Be there for you. ”
"It's good that you understand!" Yan Yueshi saw Ya'er like this, and her heart was moved. Gently hugged her into his arms and said, "Sister will help you." ”
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"Haha! You women are so sad. Fu Shuai laughed.
"Hmph!" Yan Yueshi slammed Fu Shuai's arm and said angrily: "Shut up! Sadness is a woman's right." ”
Fu Shuai rubbed his sore arm and said with a bitter face: "Hey, don't I say it's not okay......"
Looking at Fu Shuai's suffocated expression, Ya'er and Yan Yueshi were amused. Suddenly, the melancholy atmosphere dissipated without a trace.
"Sister, let's go, I'll take you to another place......" Yan Yueshi pulled Ya'er forward again.
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――――――――――――If you were to ask the men of Lin'an, where is the most famous place here? Merry people will say "Fengming Pavilion", people with good wine and good food will say "Drunken Immortal Building", and people who make jade will choose "Jubao Zhai...... But if you ask the woman here the same question, there is only one answer, and it is the "Dongwol-an" in the west of the city.
"Dongyue Nunnery" is commonly known as the Yuelao Temple, which also has a history of thousands of years, and the popularity of incense is very high. Countless good men and women have come here with good wishes, longing for a heaven-sent relationship.
In front of the Dongyue Temple, people come and go, and the excitement is better than the street, if it is a New Year's holiday, I am afraid it is not easy to squeeze in!
Yan Yueshi was about to pull Ya'er inside and be stopped......
"Wait!" Fu Shuai suddenly stopped and said suddenly: "Ah......! I'm going to go to the city to find out the news first, so you can go by yourself and leave me alone...... I'll be waiting for you in the Drunken Immortal Tower later. Without waiting for the two to react, he hurried to the other side.
Ya'er was stunned, looked at Yan Yueshi inexplicably, and gestured, "Brother Fu, what's wrong?"
Yan Yueshi pursed her lips and smiled, "He...... I'm afraid to see someone, giggle, ignore him, let's go in. ”
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Walking into the "Dongyue Temple", the bursts of sandalwood in the air make people feel soothed. The main hall of the temple is surrounded by men and women who worship the shrine. Some are pious, some are happy, and of course, some are sad.
Yan Yueshi said with a smile: "Sister, you see that this is the Yuelao Temple, it feels good, right?"
Ya'er smiled and nodded.
"Amitabha!"
A Buddha horn sounded, Yan Yueshi and the others turned their heads to look, but an old nun in a plain robe walked over.
Before Yan Yueshi could speak, the old nun stepped forward and said to Yan Yueshi's hand: "Master Yan, don't come here for two years?"
Ya'er smiled back.
"I want to thank the teacher for helping me back then...... Yan Yueshi bowed to the old nun, pulled Ya'er over, and introduced: "Sister, this is the temple blessing of Dongyue Nunnery, and the teacher is too ...... Mrs. Shi, this is my little sister, called Ya'er, she has been inconvenient to speak since she was a child, and I hope Mrs. Shi will not blame. ”
"Oh!" Nian Xin Shi was too stunned slightly, looked at Ya'er seriously, and then said: "The poor nun is a person outside the party, and the little donor does not need to be formal. Then he turned to Yan Yueshi and said with a smile: "Is Master Yan here to hear the Fa this time?
"He...... He's got something important to do!"
"Isn't it going to be something happening again? Probably not...... Oh, he doesn't want to see the poor nun, does he?sigh~~~ I think back then, when you hid him here with me, he was already dying...... Jianghu is a dangerous place, how can it be as quiet and peaceful as ours...... I remember every time I went to give him a lecture, he would fall asleep...... And ......"
"Alright, Shitai!"
Hearing the chatter for a long time, Yan Yueshi hurriedly stopped her and said embarrassedly: "Master, we are not here to listen to your lecture this time." Because my sister and his brother were separated, I came here to pray this time. ”
"Uh!" Mrs. Nian Xin didn't care, smiled kindly, and said, "I hope your wishes can come true." Hehe......"
"Thank you, Mrs. Shi, you will not bother, and we will have time to get together with Mrs. Shi...... Let's go, sister, let's go to the wishing tree first. Yan Yueshi didn't delay, picked up Ya'er and walked to the other courtyard.
"Are you born dumb?" Looking at the back of the two leaving, the Nianxin Master muttered to himself, his eyes kept on Guo Ya'er, his eyes flickered, and he didn't know what he was thinking!
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―――――――――――― in the middle of the temple of Togetsu Temple, there is a huge banyan tree. The tree is more than ten feet high, the branches and leaves are luxuriant, the trunk is huge, and there are no six or seven people, I am afraid that it will not be able to hold the tree.
This tree has been planted here since the day it was built, and it has a history of thousands of years. It is said that a tree has a spirit for a thousand years. Therefore, the local people used to tie the red rope to this big banyan tree to keep it safe. Over time, this big banyan tree became a tree of wishes. The reason why the incense is flourishing is mostly because there is this ancient wishing tree in the annex.
"Sister, come soon!" Yan Yueshi pulled Ya'er to run to the wishing tree, and said with a smile: "Sister, this wishing tree is spiritual, I made a wish here at the beginning, hoping to be with Lao Fu forever, and then it really came true." Cluck...... Try it too!"
Looking at the huge wishing tree, hung with countless red threads of blessing paper, Ya'er was dumbfounded for a while. He gestured, "Sister, is this wishing tree really spiritual?"
"Of course!" Yan Yueshi flicked her bangs and said, "Isn't my wish come true?" As long as you have faith, you will definitely do it...... Later, don't use martial arts, throw the blessing paper to a high place, the higher the blessing paper, the more spiritual the wish will be...... Let's go, I'll write a blessing paper to go. ”
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"Big brother, I miss you again...... Ever since my grandfather left me, I've felt abandoned from the world, so lonely and lonely. If it weren't for the little hope in my heart, maybe I would have left with my grandfather...... I'm so happy to hear that you're alive...... But why is God so cruel, giving me hope but making me struggle with hope.
Eldest brother...... I miss you so much...... I really want to go back to the past and live an ordinary life like before...... I want you to hold my hand tightly and not let go, and take care of me like before...... I really want to......
Wishing Tree ...... I couldn't speak, I could only pray silently...... I don't know if my wish will come true, but I want you to hear it...... Big brother, you are my only relative in this world, how can you leave me alone......"
Under the wishing tree, Ya'er knelt on the futon, folded her hands, and prayed silently.
The leaves fall and the wind blows, and there are idiots under the trees.
Meditate Sauvignon Blanc and pray for loved ones.
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