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Volume 6: Guan Feng Yun Lu Chapter 16: Encounter in Jinling

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    The light rain was pouring, and the carriages and horses were bumping and moving forward slowly.  Even though the road is muddy, there is still an endless stream of pedestrians and business travelers.  Hu Xiaotian looked out through the car window. The towering and majestic city towers were vaguely visible, and he couldn't help but feel excited - he had walked all the way from the northwest, passed through countless tests of life and death, and passed countless levels, and now he finally arrived at the gate of Jinling City!  His mission this time was not only to recapture Tang Xue, but also to complete the mission assigned by Xuanzong. In terms of difficulty alone, the latter even surpassed the former.  Especially when I think of the decisive and moody king, I feel really uneasy.

    Jinling is the ancient capital of China. It also has names such as Stone City, Jianye, Jiankang, and Yingtian. It is close to the bank of the river, with dragons and tigers on Zhongshan Mountain. It has been the place where emperors founded their country since Sun Wu of the Three Kingdoms.  The scenery of Purple Mountain is excellent, the Mufu Mountain is majestic, the Qinhuai River and Jinchuan River are lingering in it, and Xuanwu Lake and Mochou Lake are dotted in the city. No matter whether it is summer, autumn or winter, there are endless beautiful views.  Zhu Yuanzhang took Jinling as the foundation, destroyed Chen Youliang in the west, conquered Zhang Shicheng in the east, drove away the Mongols in the north, and pacified the barbarians in the south, creating imperial hegemony. He ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor in the first year of Hongwu. On the second day of August, he decreed that Jinling be Nanjing, and later officially changed its name in the eleventh year of Hongwu.  "Capital Master".  After Zhu Yuanzhang came to the throne, he issued many decrees to move the rich and powerful businessmen from all over the world to settle in the capital, so the prosperity was unparalleled.

    There were two soft sounds, and someone outside the carriage reminded: "Master, we are tired from walking. Do you think we should take a break and have a cup of tea before we continue our journey?"

    Hu Xiaotian said lightly: "Okay, let's rest for a quarter of an hour." In order to hide from others, through Zeng Ying's ingenious arrangement, he disguised himself as a wealthy businessman named Ye, and led the Ye family's caravan to Jinling.  Except for Zhang Guorong who also changed his appearance and accompanied him, the rest of the staff had nothing to do with the world.  You must know that Jinling is the home base of Yanyu Tower, and you must be cautious in everything you do. If you are caught by their eyes, you may not have a moment of peace.  Although he is not afraid of provocation from the other party, it is better to do less than to do more, and it is the right thing to make money in silence.

    The caravan stopped outside a tea shed, and the guys were either counting the goods or gathering the mules and horses. They had their own rules and division of labor, and Hu Xiaotian didn't have to worry about it.  Walking into the tea shed, I saw forty or fifty people present, most of them were ordinary businessmen, and a small half were heroes with weapons and strange behaviors.  Hu Xiaotian glanced around, and his heart was slightly shaken. Several familiar faces jumped into his eyes - sitting at the table on the left front were actually Chen Tianlei, Liu Tianyue and his wife, as well as Zhao Qinghe and Chen Qinghua!  We haven't seen each other for a long time, but Chen Tianlei and his wife have not changed much. Zhao Qinghe has transformed into a mature and generous person with a strong spirit. However, Chen Qinghua has changed into a woman's attire. She is pure and refined, with a bit of charm and charm, and is even more charming than before.  They were busy with their travels and drank tea by themselves. They didn't even look at Hu Xiaotian, they just regarded him as a passerby who met by chance.  Hu Xiaotian has been through many ups and downs for a long time, so he will not show off his faults because of this. He secretly lamented that there are no places in his life where he has not met before, so he picked an empty table and sat down.  Zhang Guorong and others then poured in and gathered around him, shouting for tea and snacks, talking and laughing.

    Chen Tianlei and others finished their tea, then hurriedly paid and left.  As soon as their figures disappeared, the tea shed immediately became buzzing with excitement: "Did you see clearly? The powerful master just now is Chen Daxia, the leader of the Hengshan Sect!" "Did Chen Daxia and his wife come to participate in the Jinling Ceremony? Listen, right?  It is said that the Taishan Sect, Songshan Sect, and Hengshan Sect are also here. If nothing happens, the heads of the seven sword sects will gather in Jinling!" "Miss Tang is getting married. I wonder if the third-ranked Ice Mountain Goddess Luo Bing'er will attend the wedding.  ? Hehe, it is said that Luo Bing'er is very fond of Ji Haoming." "His grandmother's boy named Ji is too lucky, isn't he? He embraces everyone and enjoys all the blessings, and he doesn't let anyone live!  "Amid the commotion, someone suddenly sneered and said, "Who said that Miss Tang will definitely marry Ji Haoming?" There was a sudden silence in the tea shed. I don't know who said quietly: "In a few days, who will be the winner?  Home, it¡¯s about to be decided!¡±

    After Hu Xiaotian defeated Gao Qingcheng, he was at the height of his power, directly shaking Ji Haoming's title of "the first swordsman".  He struck while the iron was hot and announced in public that he would wait for Ji Haoming on the night of June 19th on Mochou Lake to meet friends with his sword!  Driven by thoughtful people, the news spread wildly, reaching the point where almost no one knew about it.  In just two or three days, this so-called "peak battle" became the hottest topic at the moment, and countless casinos took the opportunity to open handicap to absorb gambling money.  Heroes from all over the world were already paying close attention to the Jinling Ceremony, and now they were even more itchy and rushed over.  For a time, the storm surged and became unstoppable.

    Some of the heroes resting in the tea shed support Hu Xiaotian, while others are optimistic about Ji Haoming. Moreover, many of them have staked their money in the casino in an attempt to make a big fortune.  Both sides were frothing at each other's mouths, and their faces were red and their necks were thick. Neither of them wanted to admit that they had bad judgment.

    Hu Xiaotian listened to the arguments with a smile, feeling satisfied and quite amused.  At this moment, two horses slowly stopped outside the door, and a man and woman in white jumped off their horses and walked in as if there was no one else around.  I saw that the man was tall and tall, with deep eyes, calm demeanor and graceful demeanor; the woman's skin was as white as snow, as elegant as orchid, and she had a faint smile on the corner of her lips.For the shallow pear dimples, the beauty of the appearance is unforgettable.  Although Hu Xiaotian saw many people, he couldn't help but secretly praise: What a couple of gods and gods!  The two of them probably didn't like being around strangers, so they sat down directly by the door.

    Hearing the fierce commotion, the woman in white frowned, suddenly slammed the table, and shouted: "You are annoying! That Hu Xiaotian just got lucky and won a few games by chance, how can he have any real ability? He is qualified to compete with  Ji Shaoxia, the one who competes for the first place in the world should be my senior brother!"

    As soon as these words were spoken, the quarrel stopped abruptly and one could hear a pin drop in the tea shed.

    Facing the suspicious glances, the woman in white raised her pretty face and said proudly: "You don't believe it, do you? My senior brother is the young master of the Qingcheng faction, his surname is Chu Mingfeng!"

    "It turns out he is Chu Feng!" "Interesting, Qingcheng Juejian has also come to join in the fun!" "Be silent, and trouble will come from your mouth!" Youdao is the shadow of the famous tree. All the heroes exclaimed in amazement, and at the same time, they all revealed their faces.  There was a trace of fear, for fear of offending this young master unintentionally.

    Chu Feng is the only son of Chu Siwei, the leader of the Qingcheng Sect. He is very talented. At the age of fifteen, he has mastered his father's true swordsmanship. His swordsmanship is the highest in Qingcheng.  He started walking down the mountain at the age of eighteen. He once traveled alone across the snow-capped mountains and plateaus, as far as Tianzhu. After more than a hundred battles, he killed countless thieves and bandits, and was nicknamed the "Juehun Sword".  It is said that in the Sichuan and Yunnan areas, even if he just passed by by chance, the local powerful people would flee and fear him like a tiger.  Before Hu Xiaotian was born, he, Gao Qingcheng, Qing Xuzi and Ji Haoming were known as the "Four Elites of Baidao".

    Chu Feng smiled and said: "Junior sister, those who don't know are not guilty, so why should we be familiar with them? Don't care too much about everything, the prime minister can support the boat."

    The woman in white pouted and said: "I'm just so angry! In my opinion, senior brother, you should just make an appointment with Ji Haoming two days in advance to grab the 'No. 1 in the world' first. Wait until you show off your martial arts, surnamed Hu  You will retreat when you are faced with difficulties, so as not to be embarrassed."

    Chu Feng shook his head and said: "I have been friends with Shaoxia Ji for a long time. I regard him as a like-minded friend. I am here to congratulate him on his wedding. How can there be any reason to draw a sword and fight? It's just a mere name, so don't worry."  In the understatement, there is pride that cannot be concealed.

    The woman in white said with a smile: "Since senior brother is not willing to be in the limelight, let Hu be allowed to jump around for a few days. When he falls from the clouds, I will also step on him."

    Hu Xiaotian couldn¡¯t help but rolled his eyes, secretly saying that I have no grievances with you. Why are you so prejudiced against me?  An idea suddenly popped up in my mind: no matter what, I would find an opportunity in the future to defeat Chu Feng in an upright manner.

    Jinling is the center of the Ming Dynasty. It has high walls and wide city, and is heavily guarded. There are countless officials, soldiers, and factory guards walking on the streets. Those heroes who are not afraid of heaven and earth have almost disappeared, let alone those who caused trouble.  The Ye family has a house in the city, which is usually guarded by old servants who are loyal to the Ye family. It is antique, covers a large area, and is neither overly luxurious nor shabby.  After the carriages, horses and goods were settled, Hu Xiaotian left Zhang Guorong to discuss matters alone.

    Zhang Guorong can be regarded as a local snake and is also familiar with the rules of the trading house. He reminded: "According to the records, after Ye Jinrong arrives in Jinling, he usually holds a banquet to invite merchants with business dealings. Firstly, it is to establish relationships and find out the direction of the wind; secondly, it is convenient to make arrangements as soon as possible.  Get rid of the goods. Brother Hu, since you have taken over Ye Jinrong's identity, you have to make friends according to the routine, and you can't suddenly change your temperament and arouse suspicion. "

    Hu Xiaotian frowned and said, "Remember, you must call me 'Master' at all times!"

    Zhang Guorong's heart trembled, and he bowed and said, "Yes, sir."

    Hu Xiaotian said in a deep voice: "It is rumored that Jin Yiwei is pervasive and has ears and eyes all over the capital. You and I must not be careless in our words and deeds!" After a pause, he continued: "You are very familiar with Jinling. Where should we entertain guests tonight?"  You decide who to invite to attend."

    Zhang Guorong said: "In the past, when I entertained friends, nine times out of ten, I chose it near the Qinhuai River. Is it the same arrangement this time?"

    Hu Xiaotian nodded helplessly and said: "Okay. But there is one thing. I would rather spend more money than get some vulgar powder to disgust people."

    Zhang Guorong grinned and said: "Sir, you are worrying too much. The beauties from all over the world are gathered in Qinhuai. How can there be such things as fake Yu?" His words are not bragging. There are many brothels on both sides of the Qinhuai River, and there are many rows of boats in the river, which together form the most famous complex of the Ming Dynasty.  , the most upscale ** cave.  Countless literati, dignitaries, and even relatives of the emperor came and went, just for a night of pleasure.  The women of Qinhuai are not only as beautiful as flowers, but also considerate. Most of them are good at singing, dancing and music. The best ones can also recite poems and paint, and their level is comparable to that of contemporary talents.  Especially those peerless beauties known as "Oiran", who are so famous in the capital, they can no longer be impressed by ordinary people, and the money to tie their hair is almost astronomical.

    Hu Xiaotian has never liked to have fun in brothels, and he is used to seeing Li Xuan'er, a stunning beauty, so how could he welcome and send her off?Do you have the excitement in your eyes?  He brought up the topic with a single stroke and said sternly: "It's a small business to treat guests. You have to take this opportunity to cover up, contact the old department, and collect information for me as soon as possible. Otherwise, I will be like a blind man riding a blind horse, and I will have nothing to do."

    Zhang Guorong said solemnly: "The little one will work hard and do things beautifully." Although Tianxiahui was expelled from the city, after all, the tree is big and has deep roots. Before leaving, it had buried ventilation holes in all walks of life.  The "nails" of reporting formed an invisible and secret network.  As long as you get in touch with them, you will know everything about the capital.

    Hu Xiaotian said: "What information I want to know has been mentioned before I came here, so I won't repeat it. You must report the relevant situation to me at noon tomorrow at the latest."

    Zhang Guorong respectfully agreed, turned around and went out to get busy without mentioning it.

    At dusk, the lanterns were turned on, and the hazy drizzle cast a mysterious veil over the capital.  Accompanied by Zhang Guorong, Hu Xiaotian arrived at Zuixiang Tower in advance.

    This restaurant is built along the river. It is three stories high, with carved beams and painted buildings. It is luxurious and exquisite. The lights inside and outside the building are bright, and it looks like a torch from a distance.  Looking out the window, the lively and charming boat girls are rocking the boat, sometimes singing questions and answers, and sometimes laughing again and again, just like a seductive scenery.  Occasionally, a painting boat passes by. The red candles on the boat are burning high, and the beauty is as beautiful as jade. The half-covered boat attracts people's endless reverie.

    As soon as Hu Xiaotian sat down, there were two delicate and pure girls standing by his side, wiping his hands, drinking tea, beating his back, and fanning himself. They spoke softly and chuckled, which was heart-warming.  As the saying goes, once it comes, make peace with it.  Hu Xiaotian saw that they were gentle and respectful with a hint of ambiguity, and Ruojiruoli managed them just right. He was amazed in his heart. The maids were so well-trained, and the Qinhuai Fireworks really lived up to its reputation.

    After waiting for a cup of tea, Zhang Guorong walked in the door accompanied by a fat, golden man.  Hu Xiaotian had done enough homework beforehand and hurriedly stood up to greet him and said: "Boss Xu, Mr. Ye missed the welcome. Your Excellency, please don't blame me." This fat man's surname was Xu Ming Dingfa, a powerful businessman in the south of the city.  , well-rounded and well-connected, he narrowed his eyes and smiled and said: "Boss Ye, we are old friends, but last time you ran away from Taibai Tower and made me drunk, how should I settle this account?" Hu Xiaotian  He smiled and said: "Boss Xu, it was my fault last time. I will punish myself with three drinks later, okay? In addition, I have arranged for a pair of twin sisters to accompany me tonight. Boss Xu must not refuse."  Xu Dingfa's eyes lit up and he said happily: "Are they really twin sisters? Boss Ye, you are so good at understanding people." Hu Xiaotian said: "Where is it? In the future, Ye will still hope to make a fortune from Boss Xu." Xu Dingfa laughed.  , suddenly froze for a moment, and said curiously: "Boss Ye, you look very energetic today, could it be that you took some tonic?" Hu Xiaotian smiled and said: "To be honest with Boss Xu, Ye was lucky enough to get a few tiger penises."  Drink a glass of black snake wine every day to nourish your yin and strengthen your yang, and your energy will be doubled. If Boss Xu is interested, I will send someone to deliver it to your house another day." Xu Dingfa said excitedly: "It's a deal!"

    Soon, other guests arrived one after another.  Hu Xiaotian greeted him with a smile and exchanged greetings, but nothing went wrong.  When everyone was seated one by one, a beautiful girl was waiting for her. For a while, she was singing and singing, and the pink fragrance was sweet and greasy, and she was very happy.

    After giving the order, the wine, food, soup and water were quickly served.  After three rounds of drinking, a businessman surnamed Gou said with a smile on his face: "Boss Ye, with fine wine and food, and with a beautiful woman in your arms, there is no shortage of singing and dancing to entertain you." Hu Xiaotian secretly looked at him with contempt and said with a smile: "Yes.  Yes, thanks to Boss Gou's generous reminder, Ye will let someone arrange it." Another businessman surnamed Mao joked: "I heard that there are several newcomers coming to Zuixianglou, each with their own special skills, so why not let them show them one by one. Among them  Those with the most outstanding skills and beauty will be rewarded!" Everyone shouted: "Okay!" "What a great idea!"

    In brothels, the rich ones are the uncles.  In less than a quarter of an hour, a beauty with fair skin and yellow clothes walked into the room. Her waist was as soft as a willow and as soft as a bone.  She held a pipa in her arms, revealing her pink-white arms, with slender fingers. She had a quiet temperament as she looked around, and seemed to be hiding a touch of melancholy. I really felt pity for her when I saw her.  She gave a slight blessing and said softly: "Youlian of the Nu family, I am honored to present a song today, and I hope you will have mercy on me."

    The businessman surnamed Gou had green eyes and said with a lewd smile: "Master Gou will take pity on you tonight!"

    You Lian glanced at him shyly and angrily, her eyes moving and seductive.  Now I sit by the window sill, adjust the tone, press the strings with my left hand, and make a stroke with my right hand. The clear and high-pitched music suddenly flows out, overpowering all the noisy noises, sometimes slow and sometimes fast, and exciting.  Her face is calm, her eyes are slightly closed, and her fingering techniques such as flick, roll, double flick, double pick, pick, and fly are all changing and seamless, exuding pure and flawless beauty.  Perhaps at this moment, she will forget all the suffering and filth and regard herself as a lotus flower unstained by dust.

    The song ended with thunderous applause.  The businessman surnamed Gou smiled and bowed: "Everyone, just give me some face and let me come back." Then he said:??Lian Zhao came to her side, looking very satisfied.

    The second person who came in was Dancing Girl Feiyan, with green hair like a waterfall, skin as white as snow, undulating curves, tight and slender legs, a pair of bare white and delicate jade feet, toes as pretty as petals, and golden bells tied around her ankles.  It emits a crisp ringing sound when it moves.  She has a noble forehead, a straight bridge of nose, and a pair of watery, apricot-blossom eyes that are so clear that people just want to indulge in them.

    Hu Xiaotian's heart moved, and for some reason he felt a sense of intimacy towards Feiyan, as if he had known him before.

    It feels like we¡¯ve seen each other before.

    Xu Dingfa turned sideways and chuckled: "Brother Ye, are you tempted? This girl comes from a famous family and is proficient in poetry, song, and dance. She is one of the money trees carefully cultivated by Zuixiang Tower. It is said that she is naturally charming and wonderful!"

    Hu Xiaotian thought with lightning in his mind and said curiously: "Listening to what Boss Xu said, it seems that he knows a lot about her origins? I wonder what's hidden in it?"

    Xu Dingfa curled his lips and said in a low voice: "Feiyan's father is Guo Jingzhi, a doctor from the Fourth Gate of the Imperial Academy, a seventh-grade civil servant. The year before last, he offended the Marquis of Yan'an Tang Shengzong and was falsely accused and imprisoned. As a result, he died of illness in prison"

    Hu Xiaotian felt as if he had been hit in the head by a thunderbolt, his ears buzzed, he could no longer hear Xu Dingfa's voice, and the ups and downs filled his heart - Guo Jingzhi's daughter?  !  She is actually Guo Yue, her childhood sweetheart after ten years of separation!  (To be continued.

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