The Grandmaster Strategist - Chapter 194

[Chapter 26 Tea Fragrance]

Walking into the cabin, my eyes flashed, and I was stunned for a moment. The young man in Tsing Yi who was standing in the corner of the cabin was clearly Xiao Shunzi, but his appearance had changed a lot. Although it was only a slight change in the corners of his eyebrows, but But it seems that he has become another person, and his temperament has become mediocre, just like the bright moon is covered by dark clouds, and others will never see that he is one of the innate masters in the world.

I know that Xiao Shunzi used internal force to change the muscles on his face and his appearance. Although the changes are not much, he will not even be noticed by the boatmen outside, but if people who know him see him, they will never recognize him as an evil shadow. Li Shun.

Why does he do this?

After thinking about it, it suddenly dawned on my mind that this kid has a lot of fame in the rivers and lakes. Maybe no one will recognize him. It’s too dangerous to not change his appearance. His mind is always much more subtle than mine.

My eyes swept across Xiao Shunzi, as if I didn’t see him, I sat at the table and asked with a smile, “I haven’t asked you how to call them?”

The commoner scholar said apologetically, “Ding Ming in Xiadongyang, this is our friend, the Bitter Bamboo Daoist.”

My eyes lit up when I heard this, I know both of them, Bitter Bamboo, I once heard Xiao Shunzi mention that this person was originally a secret spy of Southern Chu. Back then, Xiao Shunzi chased down the evil hand Xie Xin for thousands of miles and once let him go. Ma, later he had no face and stayed in Dayong. After returning to Nanchu, he disappeared without a trace. He didn’t expect to see him here today. No wonder Xiao Shunzi is so eager to change his appearance. Xiao Shunzi’s appearance has not changed much over the years. , I’m afraid this person can recognize him at a glance.

As for this Ding Ming, I also know.

There are four No. 1s in Jiangnan martial arts, Jiangnan No. 1 killer Ruthless Master, No. 1 Mysterious Man Tianji Pavilion Master, No. 1 Poison Master Shen Ruhui, and the last one is Wu Yue No. 1 Sword Ding Ming.

Someone once said that his swordsmanship was enough to be called the number one in Jiangnan, but he was humble and refused to admit it.

After thinking about it, among these four firsts, two of them are related to me. The ruthless son is Yu Lun who has left the secret camp. I don’t know if he can still retain the strength of the first killer. The master of Tianji Pavilion is not me. Well, as for the first sword of Wu and Yue, Ding Ming, he has repeatedly obstructed the actions of Dayong’s secret spy’s intention to control Jiangnan Wulin, and he is already a character registered by Si Wencao.

Although Fengyimen moved to Jiangnan, but due to the entanglement with Jiangnan martial arts in the past, lost masters like Fan Huiyao and Wen Ziyan, and their reputation was ruined. Only with a group of underworld masters did he reluctantly recover some of his strength, not to mention that only this person can be called a leader in the general leader martial arts of Dayong and Jiangnan Baidao.

It was such a coincidence that I actually let such two characters get on my boat. With a sincere look on my face, I cupped my hands and said: “It is also a fate to meet, both of them are first-class characters of the Zhu family and Guo Jie. I can see you today, Sansheng is fortunate. , Li Er, go to get the altar Huishan spring that Zhou Dongzhu just sent, and then get the new bag of tea. My family’s tea ceremony is very good, and the freshly picked fragrant fragrance, so I dare to invite the two of them to taste. ”

Ding Ming smiled and said: “The frightening fragrance produced by Zhenze Lake is already a good tea, and it has the second spring water in the world. It sounds refreshing and pleasant, but Brother Yun’s way of living is free and easy. In vain, it is called happy, but it is the fetters of common things, and I cannot extricate myself.”

I naturally knew what Ding Ming meant, and laughed loudly: “Brother Ding is mocking me, but you don’t know that life is like a dream, if you insist on staying awake, it will be the most painful, just now the Taoist chief accused me of not being my hometown. I am worried about the calamity, but I don’t know what the benefit is even if my heart is cut. These common people, not to mention that even if Lu Zhonglian of the Warring States Period was still alive, it was impossible to persuade Emperor Yong to give up his heart for the Southern Expedition, and it was even more impossible to persuade the monarchs and ministers of Southern Chu to be captured. Ups and downs, unable to withstand the turbulent waves of the world, this time the Yong army did not wash Jiaxing with blood, it is already a great fortune in misfortune, I think it is still my fellow countryman who still loves his homeland, otherwise I am afraid that the prosperous place of Wuyue will become a sea of blood in Shura.”

When the Taoist heard the words, his expression turned cold.

He said sharply: “All of them are children of aristocratic families like you, wealthy and wealthy businessmen, they only know a family, but they don’t know a country. Otherwise, I will sit on half of the country in Southern Chu, and have the dangers of Shuzhong, Jingxiang, and Jianghuai, as well as the two armies of Ninghai and Dinghai. How could Shanshui Camp end up being attacked everywhere today. Young Master Yun knows that our Nanchu Navy and Yong Army have fought two battles in Hangzhou Bay, both of which have not been decided, and the situation in Jingxiang is also very tense. Nanyang The army besieged Xiangyang again, and the Yong army in Shu Zhong was also ready to move. However, my Nanchu family was still in a state of drunkenness. Shangyuan Ri Tianji Pavilion held a treasure meeting in Jianye, and a crystal dragon bi was sold for 2 million taels. Luxurious and extravagant, sitting by and watching the suffering of the people, if Southern Chu falls, it is all your fault.”

Ding Ming frowned, he knew that Kuzhuzi had been dismissed from his military post since he returned to Southern Chu in the past, and had been living in the rivers and lakes.

But at this moment, it is inappropriate. This mysterious young master Yun must have a hidden influence in Wuzhou. If he offends him, Wuzhou’s fundraising will be in vain.

He kicked Bitter Bamboo lightly and said apologetically, “Brother Yun has a deep understanding of the current situation and has a clear understanding of the situation. Presumably, this battle in the world is just a non-trivial matter for the young master. We are all secular people. The southern half of the Yangtze River has been smashed, and the two countries are now confronting the north and the south. In terms of military strength, Southern Chu is not as far as Dayong, but in terms of territory and financial resources, Southern Chu is not inferior to Dayong. What’s more, although Southern Chu is dark and weak, there are also great generals like the pillars of the sky. The two battles between Huaixi and Yangzhou have caused the Yong army to suffer heavy losses. Although the Yong army is now fighting again, but if a great general raises a commanding flag, Nanchu will be greatly affected. The military and the people are helping him, and the odds of winning can be expected. Isn’t the son’s intention to support Wu Yueyi’s army also a manifestation of his cherishing national affairs? Kuzhu, Young Master Yun is not comparable to those mediocre people, so he will not apologize.”

Bitter Bamboo had to stand up to apologize when he heard the words, and I also got up to return the salute, and said with a smile, “What the Master of Bitter said is not very wrong, the crystal dragon bib is two feet long, one foot wide and one high, and there are one hundred and eight pans carved on it. Dragon, if placed under the light, it will be dazzling and dazzling, and the dragons will come alive, as if they are about to break through the wall, and there are fine lines in the crystal bi, like clouds. Such a dragon bi is a priceless treasure. Viewing is also hard to part with, but unfortunately it has been bought by someone now, and now it must be locked up and cannot see the sun again, it is a pity and a sigh.” While making fun of Bitter Bamboo, I couldn’t help admiring the talent of Ding Ming. , he firstly accused me of not caring about the rise and fall of the country, and then hinted that it was a good sign that I would donate money to the Rebel Army. The Chu court was politically clear, and it was really impossible to attack.

Kuzhuzi was depressed for a while, but he didn’t want to say any more confrontational words, but Ding Ming’s eyes flashed. Those who are qualified to participate in the Tianji Pavilion Jingbao Conference must be the head of a famous wealthy business family in Southern Chu.

At this time, Xiao Shunzi had already brought out a purple sand tea set, two packets of tea leaves, and a sealed jar of spring water, so I changed the subject and said, “It’s not without pleasure to drink tea, and there are guests today, so let’s play a qin to help. How is Yaxing?”

Just as Ding Ming was about to change the subject temporarily, he said, “I want to hear the sound of your piano, please enlighten me.” When he came in, he saw a piano platform in the cabin. The voice is the voice of the heart. He already felt that the owner of this place was mysterious and unpredictable, so he also had the heart to detect it.

Although I knew what he was thinking, I was not worried. I walked to the piano platform and sat down. I put aside my conventional thoughts and only thought about the flowing water. I flicked my fingers, and the piano sounded.

Ding Ming listened carefully, only to feel that the sound of the piano seemed to be the thin raindrops falling from the sky, and then flowing into the clear stream in the mountains, over the mountains and rocks, over the roots and grass stems, like a woven stream that merged into a river, and the rivers converged into a lake. , should be turbulent with the lake water outside the cabin, integrated into one, regardless of each other, it only sounds like the sound of nature, not like the sound of silk strings, and the sound of the piano is even more free and uninhibited, and the meaning of freedom and carefreeness can be heard.

At this time, Xiao Shunzi was slowly cooking tea by the side. Every step was exquisitely done, as if it should be in harmony with the sound of the piano. Every movement was so clear, elegant and calm. The fragrance has overflowed into the cabin. Xiao Shunzi divided three cups of tea and served them in crystal clear, almost transparent snow-colored porcelain cups. Taking advantage of the color of the cups, the tea soup looked like a flawless jade, or green or green. On the other hand, in the dark green, in the dark and light, the smoke is like weaving, and the fragrance of tea is leaking out, but some of the tea leaves are rolled, and some are in the form of flakes.

Ding Ming picked up the teacup and was slightly taken aback. He is from Wu Yue, and he travels around all year round. The frightening fragrance produced by Biluo Peak, Dongshan Mountain of Zhenze Lake is not unfamiliar. It is slender, curled into a snail, covered with hair, silver-white hidden emerald, rich in aroma, fresh and mellow in taste, green and clear in soup, and bright green at the bottom of the leaves, but now this tea is obviously mixed with another famous tea.

Curiosity was born in my heart, and I drank all the tea, only to feel that the taste is unpredictable, and it has a mellow taste.

Thinking about it carefully, the scent of tea is a little unfamiliar, and I can’t help but ponder.

Although Kuzhuzi was more impetuous today, he was also the leader of the secret spies in Southern Chu, and he became calm after hearing Ding Ming’s hint. , Again, he has traveled all over the country, and he knows a lot about the famous tea in the world. He drank the tea, thought for a moment, and said, “This is Xinyang Maojian mixed with frightening fragrance, good tea, good intentions.”

I also drank the tea from the cup and said with a smile: “Li Er is the best at cooking tea, the world’s famous tea, he has seen nine times out of ten, this time the frightening fragrance was picked too early, just after the spring equinox, so I can’t help but have more. He is frivolous, so he uses Xinyang Maojian to complement him, and the Taoist priest can explain it in one sentence, and he is also a person in the tea ceremony.”

Ding Ming turned his eyes on Xiao Shunzi, only to feel that this servant had an ordinary face. Although he was taciturn, his eyes were cold and cold. He was skilled in cooking and serving tea. Every wealthy family has such a good servant, even a generational master. From, never leave, never give up, Young Master Yun has such servants by his side, obviously he has an extraordinary background, and since he and the owner of Xiexiufang are old friends, they should have similar identities, but Jiaxing has never heard of a big family with the surname Yun, and I feel a little more in my heart. Doubtful, he said tentatively: “Since Young Master Yun is from Jiaxing, he must have seen the man who is attacking Wu Yue now. I wonder what kind of person the son thinks he is?”

I smiled and said, “This is really hard for me. Although I was born in Jiaxing, my family was poor since I was a child, and my family members were as few as cold stars. Even if he is in Jiaxing, there is no chance of acquaintance. If Brother Ding wants to know what kind of person he is, he doesn’t need to ask me, just listen to the street talk and he will know, but in my opinion, he is a A person who is fortunate, married like a flower and is trusted by Emperor Yong, how many people in the world can have such good luck?”

A cold light flashed in Ding Ming’s eyes, and he said, “It turns out that Young Master Yun also came from a poor family. If you want to achieve such success today, you must have gone through a lot of hardships. It’s just that Young Master’s wealth and foundation must be in the south of the Yangtze River, but he is not worried about being burned in the flames of war. What?” Ding Ming thought over and over again, this Young Master Yun was not a son of a famous family after listening to his tone, and his temperament was definitely not a mediocre person. Seeing his ostentation and being a wealthy person, then this person’s identity is not a mediocre person. It’s so fun, you can’t let it go.

What’s more, he has been in Wuyue for a long time, but he never knew such a person, how could he be willing to be vague.

I smiled lightly and said, “I am not the only one who spares no expense on wealth and foundation. The lords of Southern Chu, except His Majesty Emperor Wu, are all the people who spare no expense on foundation.”

Ding Ming said solemnly, “Why did you say this, son?”

I looked out the window and said indifferently: “Since the establishment of the Jin Dynasty, the court’s selection has been dominated by virtue and sect. Decline, the barbarians broke the capital, and the emperors and queens all set themselves on fire. The prince Nandu established Jianye as the companion capital, and he survived. The Jin court that followed was called the Eastern Jin Dynasty. Most of today’s Southern Chu Palace are still the ruins of the companion capital palace built on that day. In the end, the soldiers of the Central Plains drove the barbarians out and the capital moved back to Chang’an, but the method of selecting scholars has not changed. In the next hundred years, the Eastern Jin Dynasty was torn apart. The selection of generals is even more eclectic. Unfortunately, for the sake of the great cause, Emperor Wu was forced to compromise with the Jiangnan family and let go of some power in exchange for the support of the family. He was Junjie, regardless of his origins or morals, but it was the most prosperous time of Southern Chu. Unfortunately, Emperor Wu died less than seven years after the establishment of the kingdom. After King Ling took the throne, the power of the aristocratic family rose again. They are all confused, they only know how to balance the power of the aristocratic family, so as to keep the throne without losing the throne, the imperial examination will become a formality, and it will become a competition for winning with poetry and poetry. People who have amazing talents can’t be promoted to the court, and the replacement of personnel in the court is mostly the result of the family’s struggle for dominance. Work hard to keep the foundation, not to mention us ordinary people?”

A look of gloom flashed in Ding Ming’s eyes. He was originally a scholar of a poor family, and he was not good at learning swordsmanship. Although he became a famous swordsman, in the eyes of the aristocratic family, he was just a warrior. Although he had the ambition to serve the country, he did not have the rank to advance. He still said: “The lord of the country is young and has not yet been in control of the government, but he still manages the government. Although he is only flat, the court situation is still stable. There is still General Lu to select and appoint talents to protect the territory. There is no turning point. Young master has insight and insight, which is rare in the world. If you are willing to serve the country, you must be a famous minister of a generation.

I sneered and said, “If Brother Ding really thinks so, then I will see you off. If you say that the lord of the country is young, but he has never been in power, Brother Ding must not know that the crystal dragon bi is now hiding treasures in the country. In the cabinet. And since Jianye was defeated by Li Zhi in the 22nd year of Xiande, all the ruling and political families in the DPRK have been attacked, only the Shang family has benefited from misfortune and unified the dynasty. In the past ten years, the court has not only been calm, but it has been the one-word hall of the Shang family. It is a pity that the Shang clan has insufficient talent and shortsightedness, and does not know how to take the opportunity to implement the new policy and weaken the influence of the family in the local area. Other than the two, they are either vassals of the Shang clan or mediocre people. Although General Lu, as you said, chooses talents and appoints talents, but the military is in the hands of Shang Weijun. If he wants to be promoted to captain in the army, he will Although Lu Can has the will, but several people have been promoted from soldiers to generals over the years. Moreover, Lu Can is only able to select talents in the army he personally led, that is, in the army of Lu’s direct line of generals, promoted Most of it is related to the faction of the family, and Lu Can himself is unable to change it. If not, why would a hero like Ding have the ambition to serve the country, but he never joined the military and served in the battlefield, and was only willing to help out in the wild.”

Ding Ming sighed again and again, and finally said nothing, all the words of the young master in brocade clothes were true, but there was no way to refute them, he could only say: “The rise and fall of a country is the responsibility of every man. Although what the son said is reasonable, the situation is tense now. We can’t just sit back and watch the Yong army go south, especially not to see the Yong army raging on Wu Yue, separating countless flesh and blood. It’s a pity that most of the merchants from Wu Yue’s family who have not been affected are afraid of the Yong army and dare not donate money to build a volunteer army. It’s a pity and a shame!”

When I saw him doing this, I followed his tone and said, “Brother Ding, you don’t know the minds of the merchants of the aristocratic family. These people only have the word “interest” in their hearts. Most of Wuyue’s land is a piece of paper, even Shang Weijun, didn’t he also try his best to arrange his confidants to Wuyue’s rule and secretly conduct private aviation trade? These people’s interests are more important than anything else. Once again controlled by the imperial court, Wu Yue will no longer be free from the decrees of Jianye as before. This is the taboo in their hearts. Moreover, the biggest profit of the Wu Yue family comes from ocean trade. Yuhang is the largest port in Wuyue, but now it is Yong Jun blocked, the Wu Yue family would naturally not want to offend Yong Jun too much before the outcome of the two armies was unclear.”

Originally, Ding Ming only had the thoughts of the society and the common people, so he was naturally ill-considered for the selfishness of these aristocratic merchants, but he was also a smart person, after a little thought, he already understood the reason, he frowned and said, “But Dinghai was captured by Yong Jun. , ocean trade is bound to be interrupted, and the Wu Yue family should have the intention to drive away the Yong army and reopen the sea?”

I smiled and said: “If Nanchu can achieve a big victory in a short period of time, the Wu Yue family will naturally support it, but the Donghai navy is famous all over the world, once it occupies Dinghai, even if General Lu has the talent of the sky, it will not take a few years. It is also impossible to achieve a decisive victory. In this way, the stalemate situation in the next few years is inevitable. As a result, Wuyue and Hainan Airlines will also be greatly affected. After Yuhang Shipping is cut off, Wuyue’s small and medium-sized family and ordinary merchants will cry. There are no tears, but the powerful merchants from aristocratic families can conduct private trade through Ninghai. Today, the two major shipping companies in the world, the Hai clan is the power of Dayong, but the Yue clan in Nanmin still belongs to Southern Chu, and the Yue clan will naturally be happy with the Wu Yue clan. Cooperative trade, even Hai Shi will not refuse such private air trade. After all, the goods produced by Wu Yue are also very popular in Dayong Dynasty, and because the quantity of goods decreases, the price will rise several times. For those who come to It is said that the profit will not be reduced much, but it is possible to monopolize the business road. It is just that the private aviation trade, whether it is going north to Goryeo or south to Nanyang countries, needs to pass through the waters controlled by Yong Jun, and secretly repair it with Yong Jun, it becomes The most important thing, under such circumstances, how can they dare to offend Yong Jun?”

When Ding Ming heard this, he thought, this Young Master Yun must be an excellent businessman, so he can understand the joints clearly. I have never heard of these things, and this person has a very close relationship with the “Xie Embroidery Workshop”. Qi Yufengbiao, Zhou Dongzhu was so flattered that he took Huishan Spring from a distance and sent it, and the frightening incense that was not at the best time also rushed to send, maybe this person is “Xiexiufang” Backstage.

With such an idea in his heart, he asked more and more intentionally: “So, in your son’s opinion, how should you persuade the Wu Yue family to support the establishment of the Volunteer Army?”

I said without hesitation: “Since the merchants are looking for profit, they need to use it. General Lu will not be able to stay in Wuyue for a long time. Once he leaves, if there is no rebel army to assist the Chu army to consolidate Wuyue’s coastal defense, the Yong army will definitely land on the shore again. If Yong Jun succeeded in Wuyue, even if they were willing to open private aviation trade, the Wuyue family would only be married to others. If the two opposing sides cooperate, if one party does not have enough strength, they cannot gain the upper hand during cooperation. Therefore, for the Wuyue family, Only by forcing the Yong army back to the sea can negotiation be possible. Moreover, the Wuyue aristocratic families have their own private soldiers. If you are worried that the rebel army will be controlled by the imperial court and hurt their foundation, why not mix the private soldiers into the rebel army? The rebel army can be under the control of the Wuyue family, and it will not become a tool for the court to eliminate dissidents.”

Ding Ming frowned and said, “In this way, although the Rebel Army can be successfully established, it will inevitably become the private force of the Wu Yue family, and there will be troubles in the future.”

I smiled and said: “Since Brother Ding is interested in asking, I’m just talking about it casually. This is just an emergency strategy. Otherwise, it will be difficult to make the rebel army take shape quickly. As for being able to control the rebel army, it’s just an excuse to persuade the Wu Yue family. It really has to be implemented, but there are many subtleties that can be considered, but I don’t know who has the upper hand in the end. In retrospect, if a rebel army is formed, even if the people are not divided, with the ability and bearing of the general, it must not be difficult for him. Also, General Lu, Wen Tao’s military strategy, is far superior to others, or there may be a better way!”

Ding Ming nodded secretly, feeling that what Yun Wuxian said was very reasonable, and looked up, this Young Master Yun shook the folding fan, his expression was calm, and there was a firm and confident light between his brows. General Lu Can also respects and admires him very much, so it seems that he is not as disappointed with Nan Chu as he said. .

And this person is so tolerant and talented, it would not be a pity if he was buried in the grass.

Thinking of this, I was about to give advice, but Yun Wuxian’s eyes were full of smiles, and he waved his fan and asked calmly: “In the opinion of Brother Ding, in the battle of Wu Yue, who has a better chance of winning, Yong Jun or Nan Chu? Is my fellow countryman really capable of swallowing Wuyue’s land? Although that person is famous, but most of them are conspiracy and tricks, this dignified battle, I’m afraid he has no way to do it, right?”

Hearing this, Ding Ming swallowed the words he wanted to say more and more, his heart filled with infinite emotion, and he sighed: “Brother Yun sees clearly the abuses of the imperial court, and he must also understand the strength of Dayong, Dayong has always been a national power. Just above our country, in the battle of Pinghan seven or eight years ago, although both sides were killed and wounded, Dayong did not hurt his vitality. She has also become the current Princess Qi. Dayong’s national power has increased unabated, but King Qing of Dongchuan, who took advantage of the situation and wanted to take over the world, has become the biggest joke. I find it unbelievable. Who would have thought that the Splendid League would defect in front of the battle? The Splendid League has always been ghosts and ghosts in the land of the old Shu. Even if Dayong and I Nanchu have repeatedly suppressed them, they have no results, and they have forged a deep hatred with both countries. People are convinced. But such a prestigious and extremely tight organization has already been infiltrated and controlled by Dayong Mingjian Division, and it is easy to control Qing King Li Kang. The mighty Splendid Alliance disappeared in a blink of an eye, and Mingjian Division chief Xiahou Yuanfeng was named When the world spread, even the middle of Shu was shaken. If General Lu had not attacked Jiameng Pass while Dongchuan had not yet been settled, I am afraid that the Yong army would have already invaded the middle of Shu a few years ago. Although the middle of Shu is now stable However, in the land of Xiangfan and Jianghuai, there is always a sword hanging over the head. Dayong wears a million armor. The two defeats in Huaixi and Yangzhou did not damage the muscles and bones. Come, I’m afraid it won’t be so easy to deal with. What’s even more troublesome is that Yong Jun didn’t find a way to attack from the sea, and Wu Yue was in danger. I have a population of tens of millions in Southern Chu, half of the country, but it is everywhere. Fortification, there are enemy troops everywhere. Although I don’t have a lot of military strategy, I also know what it means to prepare more and divide the army. In martial arts, there is also the truth that softness cannot be defended. If you defend for a long time, you will lose, but you can’t fight back. What can I do? Strong or weak, it is obvious.

As for the gentleman who asked Jiang Zhejiang Suiyun, he did not say anything. The gentleman also knew that this person was very powerful. Although the court and the people were blindly humiliating and belittling this person, as long as he was a man of insight, how could he forget the previous attack on Shu? At that time, this person offered advice and suggestions to help Prince De Lianke Jiancheng, and finally forced the King of Shu to death to remove the hidden dangers in Shu.

Although he fell ill and retired after the incident, people gradually forget his brilliance, but who in the world would dare to forget him?

I have seen the “Book of Remonstrance to the Jin Emperor’s Throne” because of which he was demoted. The policy described the dangers of Southern Chu, which involved Wu Yue, accusing Wu Yue of defending soldiers for not repairing armor, and Wu Yue’s aristocratic family not obeying Jianye’s laws and regulations. To fight the enemy, but if it weren’t for today’s changes, I’m afraid no one in Nanchu would be able to understand the insights.

From the following point of view, Prince De’s most misguided thing was to send assassins behind him to assassinate him. If not, this person might still be thinking of Nanchu, instead of bringing troops to attack Wuyue today, without any thoughts of his homeland.

”

Ding Ming said this without hesitation. As soon as he said this, there was a crisp sound in the cabin, and everyone saw that it was the bitter bamboo that crushed the teacup in his hand.

Ding Ming was about to speak, but at this time, Xiao Shunzi was already carrying the freshly boiled spring water and was about to come to refill the water. He didn’t even move his eyebrows for Bitter Bamboo’s action of destroying the valuable teacup, but he just kept paying attention. He came over with a cup of tea, but it was the tea soup that was specially distributed just now. He also handed over the square towel. Bitter Bamboo smiled and wiped the tea powder from his hand with the square towel. His eyes showed apology, but Xiao Shunzi refilled the water for everyone. went.

Seeing this, Ding Ming’s heart widened, and he continued: “For the time being, regardless of this person’s military strategy, he was alone in Dinghai, which restrained General Lu from leaving Wu Yue easily. Even ordinary people know the depth of this kind of power. .”

I smiled slightly, and looked at the tea soup that was brewed for the second time, its color was even brighter and greener, but said in my mouth: “Since this is the case, there are many Qingrui people who dare to die in Wuyue. He has been in the Hanlin Academy for many years, and he is a man of knowledge and knowledge. He must have a clear understanding of the geography and military affairs of various southern Chu regions. Watching this person’s actions, pointing out the clouds and turning the rain, and gaining the trust of Emperor Yong, if he kills this person People, wouldn’t it eliminate the great hidden dangers?”

Ding Ming sighed: “It’s easier said than done. Although this person is a weak scholar, he has a congenital master who serves him.” Having said this, he glanced at Kuzhuzi, and seeing that his expression was gloomy, but not impulsive, Fang continued. : “It is also protected by the Hu Ben guards sent by Emperor Yong himself. When entering and leaving, they will call in front and back, and they will be closely guarded. Is there any chance of assassination?”

I glanced at the sword behind him and said, “Although this person is closely guarded, if someone is willing to die and follow the example of Nie Jing, he may not have a chance. Although there are masters around him, Nan Chu may not be able to match. This person, just like Brother Ding, is full of sword energy, containing but not revealing it, if he is exhausted, he might not have a chance to strike a wave.”

Ding Ming said with a wry smile: “I, such as those who learn swordsmanship, must first be sincere and sincere. Although this person voted for Dayong, no matter how you look at it, there is nothing wrong with him. Regardless of whether he voted for Yong after being dismissed from officialdom, or whether he was cast into the yong dynasty, he was not at fault. Captive to Yongdu, he couldn’t help himself. It was a different situation. A talented counselor met a Ming monarch like Emperor Yong, and he took off his clothes, pushed food, and trusted his heart. How could he not be grateful and convinced. After thinking about it over and over again, I can’t think of a single reason to blame him. Even if that person stood in front of me, I couldn’t assassinate him with a clear conscience. What’s more, in terms of martial arts, even though I have small achievements, I am not Dare to compare it with the evil shadow Li Shun. Although I have been practicing swords for many years, I have never fought in the world, wandering about life and death. How can I compare to those real masters who have experienced life and death. Jiangnan martial arts has no storms, and there have been no congenital masters in these years. How can it be compared to the masters of the North. Even if there is no evil shadow Li Shun, Hu Ben guards around that person, is there no Shaolin master, Mozong disciple? To assassinate this person is just a dream.”

I lowered my eyes, drank the tea from the cup, and said, “Brother Ding is indeed a great talent. Most of the assassination of the enemy chief is a helpless act of wanting to defeat the strong by the weak. Now the two armies are facing Hangzhou Bay, if General Lu can be upright and upright If our soldiers break through Dinghai, we can eliminate the calamity. This is an upright and upright strategy. Brother Ding serves the country and the people.

Ding Ming stood up and said, “Since Young Master Yun feels the same way, why don’t you serve the country? General Lu is a humble and polite corporal. If you know that there is someone like Young Master, you will definitely meet him.” His eyes were full of expectations. The color is almost unbearable to refuse.

I shook my head and smiled and said, “I’m an idle cloud and a wild crane. I don’t care about national affairs in my life. I travel between the north and the south of the river on weekdays. I’m used to drinking wine to the moon and listening to the piano in the wind. If I can meet someone like Brother Ding and have a good chat, it’s already the biggest thing in my life. Good news, as for those battles and killings, I really have no idea. The battle between the North and the South, no matter who wins or loses, is a battle of one family, and it has nothing to do with ordinary people like us. Brother Ding, although I may Appreciation, please forgive me for not being able to intervene in the military struggle. However, I still have some strength in Jiangnan, if Brother Ding is in a hurry, I can come to help.”

Ding Ming felt sad in his heart, and when he raised his eyes, he saw that this young man in brocade clothes had an indifferent expression, and his elegant and elegant place was like an immortal. Incredibly rare.

Turning his head to look, Ku Zhuzi seemed to be displeased, so he quickly winked to tell him to endure, but he said, “I’m being reckless, please forgive me.”

When I saw that he was knowledgeable and interesting, I even had a good feeling and said with a smile: “Brother Ding understands the troubles of the inferiors, and I am very relieved, but I also ask Brother Ding not to talk about the inferiors to others, and the inferiors do not want to cause more troubles.”

Ding Ming was stunned for a moment. Although this request was reasonable, this person was mysterious and unpredictable. It would be inappropriate to hide this person’s affairs by himself, so he just said: “I will naturally not talk about it to others.” His thoughts were just silent. I naturally saw the little actions of the two of them, and I didn’t pay much attention to it. I had already expected such a situation.

Deliberately showing a happy expression, he stood up, took the kettle in Xiao Shunzi’s hand, refilled the water for the two of them, and poured the spring into the cups. It was Ding Ming and Kuzhuzi who held the teacup in his own hands, and both of them got up and took it with both hands.

Although both sides have their own strategies in their hearts, the three of them looked at each other at the moment, but they also felt that they were very comfortable for a while today, looked at each other and smiled, and each had a cup of tea.

After we left the tea in our stomachs, Xiao Shunzi began to remove the tea set.

I walked to the side of the piano platform, flicked the strings, and the piano sounded loudly, fully expressing the meaning of parting.

Although he didn’t speak, Ding Ming was good at the pipa and proficient in rhythm, so he could naturally hear the meaning of seeing off guests in the qin.

Horror flashed in his eyes, and he quickly mobilized his infuriating energy, but he couldn’t bring it up. He only felt that his whole body was like a spring breeze, and there was a feeling of warmth and softness, like drinking alcohol, unable to extricate himself.

His feet softened and he fell on the chair, only to feel that all the strength in his body was dissipating inch by inch.

Reluctantly turned around, I saw Kuzhuzi had fainted in the chair at some point, with a reddish complexion, as if a good dream was in full swing.

There was a flash of light in his eyes, but Ding Ming couldn’t think of how he was poisoned. The sense of drowsiness flooded him. He wanted to fall asleep immediately, but he knew in his heart that he was being plotted. No matter what, he had to ask clearly. Inexplicably fell asleep like this.

He bit the tip of his tongue with all his might, a mouthful of blood spurted out, drops of sweat oozing out of his forehead, clearing his mind, he asked with difficulty, “Brother Yun, what do you mean?”

The man who stood on his back and played the qin turned his head, with a look of surprise in his eyes, and said with a smile: “Brother Ding, why do you have to support so hard? As long as you relax yourself, you can fall asleep in peace, and you will have no trouble.”

Ding Ming held the arm of the chair tightly with one hand and said, “When did Brother Yun poison it, and why didn’t he notice it?” When he came back, the pain gradually dissipated, and the dizziness struck again. He opened his eyes wide. If he refuses to close it, he is afraid that once he closes his eyes, he will not be able to sink.

I saw that Yun Wuzun said indifferently: “Today’s meeting was originally accidental, and it is normal to have tea and talk, but you and I agree with each other, and I can’t help but say some things that shouldn’t be said. If it was in the past, after you left, I would Then you can get dressed up and go to the road. Even if you want to track it, you are powerless. But today, unfortunately, I have to stay here overnight. If you have the intention to detect my whereabouts, it will inevitably lead to a lot of trouble. In order to solve this problem, the following is at the end. I put some sleeping medicines in a cup of tea, ask the two of you to sleep soundly on the boat for a night, and when the red sun rises tomorrow, the two of you will be able to return to the world, Brother Ding is so supportive, what is the reason?”

Ding Ming only felt that his consciousness was gradually sinking into the darkness. He tried his best to look at the brocade-clothed young master. He felt faintly in his heart that he would never have the chance to see this mysterious and unpredictable young master Yun again. He was even more reluctant to miss the last one. opportunity to get to know this person.

I saw Yun Wuzun lightly sighed, and said with a sense of disappointment: “If we say goodbye today, there will be no future. Brother Ding has an outstanding character and strong will, and I admire it in my heart, and I will never betray my promise. It’s just that if Brother Ding will My affairs are publicized everywhere, and I get angry, but I don’t know what unpleasant things will happen? For the sake of Brother Ding, please keep today’s affairs secret.” Hearing this, Ding Ming finally couldn’t stand it any longer. In the haze, I could see the man walking towards him slowly, and the man’s indifferent and melancholy voice came from his ear: “God’s will is always high and difficult to ask, and relative Tao Ran forgets the opportunity.” Then, Ding Ming fell into the deepest darkness. middle.

[End of this Chapter]