Chapter 20: The Apricot Grove

The ancient trees are towering, the dense woods are mixed with mottled greenery, a little sunlight shines in, and a gust of wind blows, which makes people's spirits tremble.

Qiao Feng and Duan Yu traveled all the way, and soon came to the apricot forest, where the hero conference had not yet been held, but all kinds of preparations were ready.

A huge open-air ring stands in the center, with several fire lights erected on the left and right, and farther away, the quadrangular lookouts stretch high into the sky. Countless beggar disciples scattered around, offering their strength for the convening of the Heroes Conference.

"Qiao Feng, why haven't you come yet, don't you look down on our four ministers?" The storm was vicious and cold, his temper was still hateful, and his eyes were blazing, as if he wanted to fight.

Bai Shijing narrowed his eyes, he didn't pay attention to the turmoil at all, but said to Deng Baichuan, "My helper will be back soon, and I also ask the four generals of the Murong family to be calm." ”

Deng Baichuan also understood the general idea, and persuaded the turmoil, "Fourth, Hugh is talking nonsense." The reputation of the Qiao gang leader is comparable to that of the son, and he is also a figure who stands up to the sky, and he has never rushed here, and he must be entangled in something, so you don't have to talk nonsense here. ”

The storm listened to Deng Baichuan's words, but he didn't refute it, but he had different opinions in different packages, "No, I think Qiao Feng is afraid of his son and wants to avoid it." ”

"Bastard, the package is different, if you dare to speak out again, be careful that my beggars will not ask for mercy. Without waiting for Deng Baichuan's persuasion, some of the beggar gang disciples who had already suffered a lot of anger were dissatisfied, Chen Guyan immediately scolded, but there was a glimmer of light in his eyes, his purpose seemed to be impure, not for Qiao Feng's reputation to oppose, but to provoke a fight between the beggar gang and the Murong family.

Of course, Bao Wei's qi is not large, except for being loyal to Murong Fu, he is unwilling to be angry with anyone, "Definitely." It's not that you beggars want to do it, but I, Murong, are not afraid at all. And, hmph, if not, then why hasn't Qiao Feng shown up until now. ”

"Ahaha, I'm disappointed with you, Qiao just returned from Suzhou, and I wanted to visit Murong Fu first, but I didn't expect that you were not there, but you all came here. So where is Murong Fu?" Qiao Feng took it lightly, and he strode over, and a breathtaking momentum unconsciously emanated, so that he was not angry and arrogant.

Bao Wei felt Qiao Feng's might, and his heart was also shocked, this kind of power he had only seen in Murong Fu's body, it seemed that the name of North Qiao Feng and South Murong was true. Bao was stimulated by Qiao Feng, and he didn't dare to say much, helpless. Deng Baichuan stepped out and said, "The four members of the Murong family will have seen Gang Master Qiao, and my son, Murong Fu, is not here. Just one word for me to wait for. ”

Qiao Feng naturally knew that Murong Fu was not there, and he just asked the question just to hit the arrogance of the four generals, Murong Fu did not dare to go wild in the beggar gang, so he was not afraid that the beggar gang would leave all of you. Let Murong Fu come to the rescue? At that time, Murong Fu's face was all lost. Of course, Qiao Feng was not afraid of turning against the Murong family. Anyway, Murong Fu had already made an appointment with him, and Qiao Feng vaguely knew that the Great Song Dynasty didn't seem to be waiting to see the Murong family.

Duan Yu followed closely behind, looking at the four generals without saying a word, only to feel that the four of them also had their own manners, not much different from the four ministers of Dali, and couldn't help but be interested.

"Helper. Bai Shijing led the beggar disciples to come forward to salute, Qiao Feng nodded, and looked directly at the four generals, "Murong Fu has something to convey for you." ”

Deng Baichuan and Gongzhiqian glanced at each other and said, "In the battle of Huishan three days later, I also asked Qiao Fengqiao to help the master go to the appointment on time. Qiao Feng's true qi condensed all over his body, his eyes were like electricity, and his fighting intent suddenly surged, "Go back and tell Murong Fu, Qiao will definitely arrive." If there's nothing to do, you can go back. ”

Gongzhi Qian is like a Confucian student, the wind is calm and clear, and there is no intention of anger, "It is rumored in the rivers and lakes that the death of Ma Dayuan, the deputy leader of the beggar gang, is related to my Murong Gongzi, as a retainer, I have the responsibility to explain to my lord, and this matter must have nothing to do with Murong Gongzi." ”

Qiao Feng was very interested, "Oh, how can this be seen." Although Deputy Ma's martial arts are not high, there are not many people in the rivers and lakes who can kill him lightly, not to mention his famous stunt, the throat locker. Even if Qiao Feng didn't suspect Murong Gongzi, it seemed that only his ability was the most likely. ”

"Not bad. Murong Gongzi looks the most suspicious, fighting the stars, and giving back to him, anyone has to think about it. However, the Murong family has no grudge against the beggar gang, and there is no benefit to killing Ma Dayuan, not to mention that Murong Gongzi has been in retreat at the beginning, and it is impossible to appear on the rivers and lakes, let alone go to the beggar gang's main altar to kill people. Deng Baichuan calmly opened his mouth to analyze.

Qiao Feng nodded undeniably, he thought about it, "Qiao Feng also believed in Murong Gongzi's innocence in his original intentions, so this matter will naturally be investigated carefully, and please rest assured." Qiao Feng thought of Pan Dao's words, and now he listened to what the four great generals said, and he believed it even more, after all, the four great ministers of the Murong family had a good reputation in the rivers and lakes.

Deng Baichuan didn't say anything, he hugged his fists and said goodbye, "So I won't bother and leave first." Qiao Feng politely stretched out his hand and motioned for them to take care of themselves. Looking at the figure of the four great families leaving, Qiao Feng's face suddenly became gloomy, "Elder Bai, the Hero Conference of the Apricot Forest is also held in three days, this time is quite tight, you must be careful." ”

Bai Shijing was already very scared when he saw the four members of the Murong family coming, for fear that Qiao Feng would suspect the cause of Ma Dayuan's death, but fortunately, although Qiao Feng had doubts, he still trusted the disciples of the Beggar Gang very much, and he couldn't help but let go of his heart. "Don't worry, I will do my best, and the Hero Conference will be a perfect success. ”

Duan Yu didn't say a word, and only after everyone had left did he say to Qiao Feng, "Big brother, I'm afraid you have to prepare for this matter early, and things should really be developing in the direction you don't want the most." ”

Qiao Feng was gloomy, and murderous aura flashed in his eyes, "Well, Master's handing over the beggars to me is a trust in me and a test for me, and I must not let the beggars cause chaos." Now Xixia Yipintang is also eyeing the beggar gang, and I, Qiao Feng, can't let them deal with the beggar gang. It's just a virtuous brother, once my life experience is exposed, I'm afraid I will be shameless to stay. ”

"Big brother, the eldest husband should be constantly interrupted, but he will suffer from it. When you worshipped me, I said that whether you are a Khitan or a Great Song Dynasty, you can't change your birth, but you are still you, a man who stands up to the sky, and if you don't do anything sorry for the Great Song Dynasty, or do anything unfavorable to the beggar gang, you are qualified to continue to be the leader of the beggar gang. The younger brother will support you, and I'm sure there will be people in the beggar gang who will support you. Duan Yu's tone was a little heavy, you naturally knew Qiao Feng's worries, but so what, there is no room for any soft-heartedness during the special period, and the education of the Dali royal family made him understand this truth.

Star faction, Li Qiushui looked at the letter in his hand and sighed, this is written by Li Qinglu, the meaning is very simple, just to report what Pan Dao has done during this time, the conclusion is that Pan Dao probably did not take their task to heart, but secretly had other plans.

"Yu Yan, you also go to the apricot forest, hurry up, Qinglu is still too young after all, her eyes are finally on the political interests of Western Xia, without the consciousness of the people in the rivers and lakes, it is impossible to be the opponent of Daozi. Of course, you are not much better, but you are from the rivers and lakes, so you should understand, go ahead, cooperate with Qinglu, and see who can make Daozi pay sincerely. Li Qiushui spoke very politely, and was very annoyed by Daozi's approach, but he saw it very thoroughly.

When Wang Yuyan heard this, her body trembled slightly, could this be her fate, then it was too sad, but now she has no choice. "Yes, Grandma. ”

Ling Qing watched Wang Yuyan leave, she couldn't help but say, "Master, why don't you let me go?" Li Qiushui glanced at her deeply, "Qing'er, you can't go, this is a test for the two of them." Don't worry, Dadaozi will be fine, I don't think Zhuge Zheng will let him have anything. ”

Wang Yuyan's departure naturally couldn't be hidden, Wu Xingyun quickly got the news, but she didn't take any action, just snorted coldly, and then continued to retreat and cultivate. For her, the affairs of the beggars are trivial, and her purpose is only the ethereal peak of the Tianshan Mountains.

Ding Chunqiu also got the information in the secret room, a fierce light flashed in his eyes, and asked, "Where is Yue Yao now?" "If you go back to the sect, Yue Yao has now arrived in the apricot forest, waiting for the Holy Son to go. Sun Yao spoke, he naturally knew why Ding Chunqiu asked this. Yueyao was the one who went to help Pan Dao this time, and the hero conference of the beggar gang made Ding Chunqiu very dissatisfied. "Well, sue him, wait until Dadaozi joins him, and closely monitor Dadaozi's every move. The old man wants to see what Daozi wants to do?" (To be continued......)