Chapter 32: The Night Discussion
"Hmph! The Great Elder is really too deceitful. The position of the owner of this village has always been passed down from generation to generation, and our Chen family Zhuang has been established for hundreds of years. There has never been a generational inheritance. Why is he, an old horseman, going to do this?"
Night. Silence everywhere.
Under the dim oil lamp in Neizhuang, a figure walked back and forth irritably.
"The old man has been cautious for decades, cautious, cautious, and hard work to accumulate credit, and finally reached his current status, among his peers, no one can compete for the position of the owner, and the old man still thinks that the position of the owner of the village is about to be obtained. Unexpectedly, it was a bamboo basket that was empty. This old horseman actually played this hand. Hateful, hateful!"
"Old Five, you have something to say, my brother invited you to come, not to let you sit stupidly. ”
In the dim corner sat a rickety old man. It was none other than Elder Chen Luoqiang.
In the afternoon, Chen Xinghong made a statement, and his domineering words were publicized, and several elders of the opposite sex also supported him. Chen Luoyun and Chen Luoqiang were caught off guard for a while.
Chen Luoqiang is better, as a military division-level figure, he is powerless, making suggestions and strategizing, although the position of the owner is attractive, but he thinks he doesn't have many opportunities. But no matter who is the owner, they will inevitably rely on him. His position is invincible.
Chen Luoyun is different, I thought that in terms of qualifications and martial arts, he thought that he was no worse than others, and the position of the owner of Chenjiazhuang was passed down from generation to generation, among his peers, there were few survivors, and there were only a handful of people who could be qualified to be the owner of the village. Or rather, he's the only one. That's why I've endured it for many years and waited for the opportunity. He even concentrated on cultivating Floating Light City, and did a lot of breakthrough work for the family's development around the Central Forbidden Land. After all, there is a famous person in charge, and the young people dare not provoke it. So far, the entire stronghold of Floating Light City is in the hands of his own lineage.
"Brother, there are a few words, I don't know, whether to say or not. After pondering for a long time, Chen Luoqiang said carefully.
"Where are the words, Lao Wu, we have been talking for so many years, do you still have any concerns? If you have anything to say, my brother absolutely trusts you, otherwise, I won't discuss with you, right, if you have something to say, my brother will listen." Although Chen Luoyun looks majestic and serious in front of people, he still seems more casual among his peers.
"Since my brother said so, I'll just say it. Let's see if that's the case. Chen Luoqiang thought for a while, and said slowly: "This time, the Great Elder passed the position of the owner to Xuan Fei, and it was really without warning. On that day, the Netherworld Palace attacked Zhuangzi at night, with heavy casualties. Many people in the village lost their opponents at night, the lord of the Netherworld Palace led the crowd to besiege, Xie Kun turned against the water, and then he realized that Xie Kun was just a chess piece buried in my Chenjiazhuang by the Netherworld Palace ten years ago. ”
Dim light, faint tone, Chen Luoqiang fell into the memory, he slowly said a series of things that had happened recently, although Chen Luoyun was anxious in his heart, he was also listening patiently at the moment. Although others were in Fuguang City, they received a letter from their family and rushed back immediately, but the specific situation of that day was still unknown. Now that I have heard Chen Luoqiang talk about it, there is a lot less resentment in my heart.
"For so many years, he has cultivated a few heartfelt subordinates in the village, and took this opportunity to detain the remaining women and children in the village and stay behind, and Xuan Feng is unfortunately among them. Xie Kun's thief used Xuanfeng to coerce the Great Elder to bow his head and submit to obedience. You also know the character of the Great Elder, you are upright and upright, how can you accept the coercion of the thief? At that time, seeing that the Venerable Lord of the Netherworld Palace was slightly excited, and shouted in a low voice, I guessed that it must be the Holy Maiden who had a major role in them. It's just that I don't know why the Holy Maiden of the Netherworld Palace is in my Chenjiazhuang. ”
After that, the Xie Kun thief didn't know how to use it, and he actually forced Xuan Feng to assassinate the Great Elder behind his back, and the Great Elder was seriously injured. After the most reluctant, Xuan Feng blew himself up and died. ”
Chen Luoqiang said leisurely: "The Great Elder's doting on Xuan Feng, you and I are both knowledgeable, otherwise it would have been considered preferential treatment for him as a little deacon, and the Great Elder actually promoted him to the position of elder." He has mediocre qualifications, no talent and no virtue, and he sits in the position of an elder, and he is not worthy of his name. It's normal for people to point fingers behind their backs. Not everyone can sit on this son. ”
"Old Five, I asked you to discuss, not for you to tell me, I don't have this qualification!" Chen Luoyun's face suddenly changed, and he said angrily.
"Brother, don't be angry, listen to me. Chen Luoqiang looked up at each other and said unhurriedly.
"Okay, okay, it's my brother's photo, you say, you say. Being forced by Chen Luoqiang like this, Chen Luoyun was a little embarrassed and said with a wry smile.
"If you have no desire, you are strong, my brother is anxious, and my younger brother understands. After a pause, Chen Luoqiang looked slow and reasonable, and said slowly: "Xuan Feng can say that there is no place to bury him when he dies, and the Great Elder doesn't say anything, and his heart is full of grief. His vein is completely severed. ”
"Well, that's how it should be. He deserves to be the last of these old puppets. Chen Luoyun sneered at the corner of his mouth and snorted secretly.
Chen Luoqiang glanced at Chen Luoyun, his heart was disdainful, but his face was silent, and he continued: "Xuan Fei has been handling the affairs of the village in the past few days, being in good order, caring for Zhuang Ding, setting up a mound for Xuan Feng, etc., all of which have satisfied many people. Although the other elders didn't say anything, they all saw it. In terms of popularity and reputation, Xuan Fei is worthy of the position of the owner. However, "
Seeing Chen Luoyun's unswerving expression, Chen Luoqiang's tone of words changed, and he said: "However, the rules of the ancestors cannot be abolished, this time the Great Elder temporarily decided to go to Fuguang City with your brother, according to the younger brother, there is really a suspicion of surveillance." ”
Chen Luoyun squeezed his hands nervously, and said with a forced smile: "This doesn't make sense, the old man didn't say that he planned to find a place to cultivate, how could he be spying on my brother? What do I have to monitor?"
"Brother, our great elder, I am ashamed of my little brother even when my mind turns. Otherwise, why am I so low-key after so many years? Chen Luoqiang sighed and said.
"But no matter how much he guesses, I'm afraid he won't be able to guess my plan. Chen Luoqiang said confidently.
"Oh, what are the good ideas for the fifth brother?" Seeing Chen Luoqiang's confident expression, he knew that Chen Luoqiang was wise and acute, and said happily.
Chen Luoqiang's expression suddenly froze, and he said solemnly: "Second brother, my brother helps you with this, but you also have to promise me one thing." If you agree to this matter, I will give you advice in the future, and I will never say anything!"
"Okay, as long as the fifth brother can help me, are you still afraid that the big thing will not happen? No matter what, as long as I can do it, my brother will definitely promise you." Chen Luoyun said smugly.
"Second brother, you also know the way, although I have a little wisdom, but I am limited to qualifications and have no chance of the road. Fortunately, I have a good grandson, Anping, this child, among the young sons in the village, I dare to say that his qualifications are absolutely among the best. The younger brother will do his best to help you, and in return afterwards, you must pass on the position of the leader of the martial arts alliance to Anping! That is to say, I asked you for the position of the leader of the second martial arts conference. ”
"What?Martial Arts Alliance Master!?" Chen Luoyun jumped up in surprise and said in surprise.
"Not bad!" Chen Luoqiang said in a deep voice: "What is there to fight for as the owner of a Chenjiazhuang, this time I went to Fuguang City, since it is my brother's territory, the position of the first martial arts alliance leader must be easy for my brother." Our Chenjiazhuang is still a little thin in the rivers and lakes, and the younger brother has been thinking about this matter for a long time, and it is very likely. ”
"Why didn't I think of it?" Chen Luoyun walked back and forth in the house a few more times, and his mood was agitated: "Yes, with the position of the leader of the martial arts conference, you can command the world, don't dare to disobey." This little Chenjiazhuang doesn't care so much. Ha Lu Ha "Thinking of the smugness, Chen Luoyun Ha Lu Ha Da smiled.
"This matter, we have to plan slowly, this time, not only the eldest elder, brother, you, the seventh elder, but also a few deacons and young sons who have experienced. Among the young sons of the An generation, my grandson Anping is naturally the first in qualification. Xuanfei's kid An Zhi's qualifications are not bad, the last time he brought a golden phoenix back and gave the Great Elder a life-saving pill, which saved the Great Elder's life, Panlong Town and his party, I guess he has a good chance, I don't know what kind of adventure Lu Dao obtained. Brother, I hope you will take good care of this child when you go. Speaking of the worst, Chen Luoqiang bit the words "take good care of yourself" very hard, and felt a little bit of gnashing of teeth.
Chen Luoyun heard the sound of the strings and knew the meaning of elegance, and said with a smile on the spot: "Such a good nephew, of course the old man has to take good care of it, it is best to send him to Xitian to study Buddhism." Ha lu haha. ”
When Chen Luoqiang heard this, he smiled slightly and said, "In this way, my brother will do his best to help you." Some layouts, my brother has already arranged them. ”
"Oh?" Chen Luoyun glanced at Chen Luoqiang deeply and asked. But I was thinking in my heart: It turns out that you kid is not at peace in his heart, so it's okay. You help me win the position of the leader of the martial arts alliance, as for the future, hehehehe, who knows what the way is
This night is destined to be restless for many people.
Not to mention that Chen Luoyun and Chen Luoqiang secretly planned here. Grand Elder Chen Xinghong was in front of the ancestral hall at the moment, followed by Chen Xuanfei behind him.
The two held incense candles, first put incense on the ancestral tablet, and then Chen Xinghong took three incense sticks, and after kneeling three times and bowing nine times, he knelt on the futon and said in a deep voice:
"The ancestors of the Chen family are on top, and the eleventh generation of descendants Chen Xinghong respectfully told the ancestors that since he took the throne of the village, he has been sleeping at night, and he still can't keep the ancestral foundation, and he is ashamed. Today's thirteenth generation of descendants, Chen Xuanfei, has both ability and political integrity, and has excellent military strength, and is loved by everyone. This time the family encountered a catastrophe, Xuan Fei did his best and did everything he did to win the hearts of the people. Special to inform the ancestors, make an exception to say that the owner of the village is located in Chen Xuanfei"
"Xuanfei, come, give incense to the ancestors, and the ceremony cannot be abolished. Xuan Fei, the old man is old and tired, and the affairs of this Chenjiazhuang will be handed over to you in the future. Be sure not to disappoint everyone's expectations. Chen Xinghong said with kind eyebrows and a serious voice.
Chen Xuanfei incense according to his words, although there are ancestors worshiped every year, but this time he is extremely cautious. With such an unexpected appointment as the owner of Chenjiazhuang, although Chen Xuanfei's heart was faintly excited, it was more heavy. It's a tough time right now.
"Xuan Fei, stepping down from the position of the owner, the old man can also cultivate and pursue the avenue with peace of mind. These years have been riddled with mundane things, and there is no inch of progress in martial arts. I am really ashamed of my ancestors. Chen Xinghong sighed and said.
"The Great Elder is humble, the Great Elder has worked hard for the family, and I have seen it in our eyes and remembered it in our hearts. After many years of teaching, Xuan Fei has kept it in mind, and he will definitely live up to expectations, unite everyone, and develop the family together. Xuanfei's heart can be expressed as the sun and the moon," Chen Xuanfei said solemnly with a resolute expression.
"Okay, good, the old man didn't look at the wrong person. In the future, all the affairs in this village will be paid to you. Chen Xinghong patted Chen Xuanfei's shoulder and said with relief.
"Xuan Fei must do his best!"
"I believe in you!" Chen Xinghong said: "In addition, there are some secrets that are passed down by word of mouth among the owners of the village and must not be leaked. You can only say it if you pass it on to the next generation of owners. Do you remember?"
When Chen Xuanfei heard this, he said with a serious expression: "Yes! ”