Chapter 141 Chapter 9 Mountains and Flowing Water

The fifth part of the cross-cutting chapter nine high mountains and flowing water The Jinghai Villa in early spring is quiet and deep. Outside Tingtao Pavilion, the blue sea tide is growing, and the huge waves are emptying. They hit the rocks again and again, splashing like broken jade, and like wind and snow. The spring tide of the East China Sea is magnificent. Wanfang.It was early morning at this time, and the servants in the village had already started their busy day lightly.But at this moment, the sound of the zither suddenly came from the Tao Pavilion. The sound of the zither was like a tide, exciting and continuous. The tide of the river has already crossed the cliff, appearing in front of the eyes.At the end of the song, the servants were amazed and started to get busy again.And in a pavilion at the highest point of Jinghai Villa, an old man with white hair like frost put down the scroll in his hand, and focused his eyes on Tingtao Pavilion in the distance.This old man is over seventy years old, but he has white hair and a childlike face, his expression is indifferent and indifferent, he is the medical sage Sang Chen.At this time, a clear and pleasant voice came from outside the door: "Master Zu, Qingyan greets you."

Sang Chen was originally from Penglai, East China Sea, but after he returned to his hometown to live in seclusion, Jiang Zhe specially sent someone to build Jinghai Villa to take Sang Chen here to retire. Although Sang Chen has a cold personality, he treats Jiang Zhe like a grandson , and lived here without objection.After Jiang Zhe helped King Yong succeed in winning the heir, he came to Jinghai Villa to heal his illness. Sang Chen spent countless efforts to take good care of Jiang Zhe's body. For several years, the family enjoyed themselves happily. Sang Chen also loved Roulan and Shen'er very much. It's a little less indifferent and a little more tender.Jinghai Villa is picturesque, and Sang Chen also intends to retire here. Even though Jiang Zhe and his wife have left, Sang Chen still lives here, but Jiang Haitao and Yue Qingyan are the only ones who are happy with him.The Gu poison on Yue Qingyan's body has been removed by Sang Chen. Although he still needs to be treated with medicine for several years, his life is no longer in danger. Moreover, although Yue Qingyan is a woman, she is talented and intelligent, and she has a lot of insight into medicine. Sang Chen is very Satisfied with her beauty and talent, she was left in the villa to teach her medical skills.Apart from taking care of official business, Jiang Haitao also lives in Jinghai Villa, who made him and Yue Qingyan husband and wife get along well and couldn't bear to be separated.Therefore, Jinghai Villa is still very lively, without any loneliness.

Hearing Yue Qingyan's voice, Sang Chen smiled slightly and said, "Come in, why didn't Haitao come over, didn't he come back yesterday?" Yue Qingyan walked into the room with two maids, and bowed respectfully. After several months, Yue Qingyan still had skin like frost and snow, but the difference was that her cheeks were a little more bloody, making her look It became more and more elegant and beautiful.Hearing Sang Chen's question, she smiled and said: "Master, Haitao also wants to greet you, but just now Mr. Cai's messenger has arrived, and Haitao needs to receive the messenger, so I'm afraid it will take a while to come."

Sang Chen nodded and said, "Whoever is playing the piano is really good at playing the piano." Yue Qingyan said: "Qingyan heard from my lord that he is Qiu Yufei, the envoy of the Northern Han Dynasty, a direct disciple of the Mozong Jing suzerain, and my father-in-law has already handed over all matters to my lord, so my lord sent someone to bring him here. " Sang Chen frowned lightly, Mozong, Qiu Yufei, ripples appeared in his heart, that was a strange but familiar name, sixty years ago, he, Sang Chen, was also a candidate for the suzerain of the Momen Xingzong, but he didn't like this But he was not interested, and in the end because of his status as a medical saint, he lost the chance to inherit the Star Sect's suzerain.But Sang Chen has never regretted it, and he is not a troublesome person. Although the poison on his body has been removed by him long ago, he never thought of revealing this secret, and Xingzong has become a distant memory in his memory. , until Dong Que appeared.As soon as he saw Dong Que, Sang Chen knew that this person must be a disciple of the Star Sect. He had faintly hinted that there was something secret about Jiang Zhe Dong Que's identity, but Jiang Zhe just smiled and said, "Dong Que has some secrets in his heart. I know that. But as long as he is loyal to me, I don't want to intervene in his private affairs." After hearing this, Sang Chen didn't ask any more, anyway, in his opinion, Dong Que didn't have any malicious intentions, and he was just looking for a place to stay. Just in case, he still called Xiao Shunzi and taught him some of the unique skills he had learned. In this way, if there was a conflict between Xingzong and Jiang Zhe in the future, Xiao Shunzi would be able to deal with the masters of Xingzong, and he would There is no need to worry about Jiang Zhe's safety, but from the perspective of Xingzong's purpose, he does not believe that Xingzong will oppose Jiang Zhe.As for himself, martial arts have long surpassed the scope of the Demon Sect, so he is not worried about Dong Que discovering his previous identity, let alone, even if he knows, what can he do?

Leaving Dong Que aside, Qiu Yufei's arrival moved Sang Chen slightly.The Mozong and Jiang Zhe of the Northern Han Dynasty had a hostile relationship. Qiu Yufei came to the East China Sea with no good intentions. If he met Qiu Yufei, he should be able to understand the current strength of the Mozong.Although Sang Chen was not worried about Jiang Zhe's safety, he was protected by hundreds of thousands of troops and Dayong's master guards, and Xiao Shunzi, who was personally taught by him, was by his side, and Xingzong's martial arts faintly restrained Rizong and Yuezong. Even if Jing Wuji's martial arts has surpassed the scope of the two sects and entered the ranks of masters, this kind of restraint still exists. Jiang Zhe should not be so easy to encounter danger, right?

Inside Tingtao Pavilion, Qiu Yufei caressed Aiqin, feeling much more peaceful in his heart. A few days ago, he entered Donghai, and was picked up by people from Donghai to Guanyi in Binzhou, waiting to be received by the young master Jiang Haitao. It was not until yesterday that someone brought him Before coming here, Qiu Yufei had heard that Jinghai Villa was Jiang Zhe's seclusion, and now the people who lived there were Jiang Haitao, Aizi of Donghai Marquis, and his wife, Yue Qingyan.Thinking that he was about to step into Jiang Zhe's residence, Qiu Yufei couldn't help feeling mixed feelings.Yesterday was a night of tossing and turning, and it was difficult to sleep. In the early morning, he asked the servants in the village to lead the way to Tingtao Pavilion. He wanted to watch the tide. When he arrived in the pavilion, the sea breeze was fresh and he leaned on the railing. I just feel that the worry and pain of the past few days have all dissipated.Qiu Yufei stood up and looked at the tide outside the fence. The sea breeze was blowing towards her face, which was cold and fresh. Qiu Yufei couldn't help thinking, if Jiang Zhe was here, watching the tide and listening to the piano together, what would it be like? so comfortable.It's a pity that the two are enemies now, I'm afraid there will be no such opportunity in this life.

Just when Qiu Yufei was feeling melancholy, the sound of steady footsteps came from his ears, Qiu Yufei's heart moved, the person who came was walking like a dragon, he should not be an ordinary person, he went back to the piano and sat down, waiting for the person to come.A hearty voice came from outside the door and said: "Mr. Qiu is very interested. Watching the sea and playing the piano is a lot of fun. I don't know how you like the scenery of Jinghai Villa." Jiang Haitao will. Qiu Yufei stood up and saluted, "Jinghai Villa is picturesque, Qiumou likes it very much, the young master came to see him specially, but have you made a decision?"

Jiang Haitao put a letter beside the qin, and said: "Mr. Jiang's envoy arrived in the East China Sea this morning. This is a letter from Mr. Jiang to the young master." Qiu Yufei's heart was shocked. Although he thought that Donghai might report his whereabouts to Jiang Zhe, he still couldn't dispel the horror in his heart. It seemed that Jiang Zhe had very strict control over Donghai. If his request was not accepted, could it be that he Do you really want to start a killing spree in the East China Sea? In this way, I'm afraid I can only escape from the East China Sea.

Opening the letter, Qiu Yufei stared at it, and saw that it read: " Brother Yufei like to meet: Since the farewell to Wanfo Temple, Wen Jun has returned to the country safely. I am very fortunate. Although the incident in Qinzhou has harmed my virtuous brother, each is the master, and Zhe has no complaints.Zhijun is on a mission to the East China Sea, and Zhe intends to stay with you and stay in Jinghai temporarily.Although the humble house is humble, there are thousands of volumes of books, and even the victories of the river and the sea. If you want to watch the sea and play the piano, or cruise in a boat, what is the joy?The wind and moon in the east sea are clear and bright, which suits the king's heart. Qu Jun stays here, hoping that you will stay away from worldly disputes.If we meet again the next day, and hope that the old suspicions of Jun are gone, Zhe should sing peace with Junqin, and then say goodbye. "

Qiu Yufei felt relieved at the beginning, Jiang Zhe didn't resent himself, but he couldn't help frowning when he saw that later, Jiang Zhe wanted to put himself under house arrest in the East China Sea, it was really unreasonable, he put down the letter, and said coldly: Are you confident that you can restrain Qiumou?" Jiang Haitao waved his hand and said: "Mr. Qiu is too worried. My father received the grace of the national teacher in the past, and Donghai also received money and food from your country. How could he repay his kindness, not to mention the martial arts of the young master. Haitao is also incapable of imprisoning the young master, but Donghai has decided not to participate. This battle, but after this time, Donghai has nothing to do with the Northern Han Dynasty, and I am afraid that it will not be able to have anything to do with your country in the future."

Qiu Yufei was overjoyed, and asked suspiciously: "Then how confident is Young Master that he can keep Qiumou?" Jiang Haitao smiled slightly and said: "Although Donghai received the kindness from the Northern Han Dynasty in the past, Donghai also repaid it later. In fact, the two sides have already evened out. Although the kindness of your country in the past has not been repaid, but no matter what, your country will not count on us. Let's send troops to help. This time we promise not to send troops, and we are also willing to help you transport the money and food purchased by your country's military here. In this way, we have already repaid our kindness and owed nothing. But We have prepared an additional batch of food, grass and medicines, which are urgently needed by you, but you may not be able to buy them, and Haitao has already paid for them, and your country can transport them away at any time to replenish military supplies, but we also have conditions, that is Mr. Qiu stays in the East China Sea for at most a year or half a year, at least for a few months, what do you think?" Qiu Yufei was silent for a long time, and he vaguely understood that Jiang Zhe was determined to keep him in the East China Sea, even at the price of being an enemy, but he had nothing but martial arts and piano skills. Good at it, it can be said that he doesn't have the strengths of both the sun and the moon sects of the Demon Sect, and his personal martial arts strength is not beneficial to the military affairs. Is it worth paying these prices to stay in the East China Sea?Did Jiang Zhe really make this decision out of personal friendship? Seeing his hesitation, Jiang Haitao said: "Young Master Qiu, don't be overwhelmed. Mr. Qiu loves you very much, and he doesn't want you to get involved in worldly affairs, so he asked Haitao to subsidize your country's food and grass in exchange for Young Master Qiu staying in the East China Sea. Come on, Mr. Qiu can be justified at the teacher's gate. After the weather calms down, it will not be too late for Mr. Qiu to return to Northern Han." Qiu Yufei sighed, Jiang Haitao's words really spoke to his heart. Compared with the batch of grain and grass, whether he stayed in the Northern Han Dynasty was already a trivial matter. This was indeed a good excuse, but leaving If the teacher ignores him, can he feel at ease? Seeing his expression, Jiang Haitao already knew his intentions, and said again: "If Mr. Qiu refuses to stay in the East China Sea, then Jiang has nothing to say. It's just that your country doesn't want to take a penny of money and food from Binzhou. It's just a matter of worrying. If you are charged with ungratefulness, Donghai will immediately surrender to Dayong, so please think carefully about how to choose, Young Master Qiu." Qiu Yufei couldn't help but smiled wryly and said, "Young Master said so, does Qiu have any other choice?" Jiang Haitao smiled slightly, and said: "Jinghai Villa is the residence of Mr., and there are a lot of books. There are many piano scores for Mr. Qiu to enjoy. My wife is recuperating in the villa. If Mr. Qiu needs anything, if I am not here, you can go to my wife. Explain, besides, Mr. Medical Saint Sang is practicing in seclusion in the mountain villa, and the master said that if there is a chance, you might as well go see Mr. Sang." Qiu Yufei sighed slightly, and said: "Jinghai Villa is a fairyland on earth, Yufei stays here, it is expected that there will be no pain, but does the young master really think that Dayong will win?" Jiang Haitao smiled and said nothing. After marrying his wife, his temperament became much calmer, and he just said: "Soldiers are in danger and wars are fierce, how can such things be said for sure?" Destruction is only a matter of time, but although he doesn't know why he must keep Qiu Yufei in the East China Sea, he knows that he loves Qiu Yufei very much. I agree, so I will never say such hurtful words again. Seeing that the overall situation was settled, Qiu Yufei became clearer in his heart, and said, no matter how hard Jiang Zhe is, he understands my intentions and knows that I don't want to be on the bloody battlefield. When these two countries fight, no matter who wins, whoever loses , what does it have to do with me, besides, Da Yong won, can't my Demon Sect get out in time, and although Dayong is powerful, there are more than 100,000 cavalry in the Northern Han Dynasty, Qinzhou is easy to defend and difficult to attack, why should I Worrying about this, it is better to live in the East China Sea for a while, avoiding the turmoil of war. After thinking clearly, I feel more and more confidant towards Jiang Zhe. , the ocean is like water, and the sound of the piano is together, everything in Jinghai Villa is quiet, everyone feels refreshed and happy, and the Lingtai is clear and clean. At the end of the song, Yue Qingyan came from the outside and said, "Young Master Qiu is unparalleled in piano skills. Qingyan admires you. My concubine, master, please come and see me." Qiu Yufei was slightly taken aback, but with his status as a medical sage, even Jing Wuji would not hold back here, so Qiu Yufei stood up and said, "Dare not to follow orders." Under the guidance of Jiang Haitao and Yue Qingyan, Qiu Yufei walked through many pavilions and walked into Baicaoxuan where Sang Chen lived.Before entering the room, Qiu Yufei felt something wrong in his heart. He knew that there should be someone in the room, but he felt that the person didn't exist. Qiu Yufei had this feeling before, that is, in front of the master. , Is there such a master-level expert in Jinghai Villa?Qiu Yufei smiled wryly. He was afraid that Jiang Haitao would make a decision to himself here because he was worried that no one would be able to suppress him. If he resisted with martial arts, he would be bloody. Jiang Zhe really did not have any flaws. Falling into his trap, there is absolutely no chance of getting out, but strangely, Qiu Yufei feels more at ease, since it is impossible for him to leave Donghai, then he has no choice but to surrender and stay.Couldn't help but look up at the clear sky, Qiu Yufei only felt an unprecedented tranquility and joy in his mind. Putting down the Eastern Sea Biography, I put on my cloak and walked out of the tent. It is already the beginning of February, the snow has completely cleared, and the spring plowing is just around the corner. The soldiers of the army even went into battle with bare shoulders during their morning exercises every day, but I still felt bitingly cold Alas, the serious illness of the past still left many traces on my body, but Shaolin's mentality is indeed good, at least my hands and feet are warm, although I lack strength, I won't be out of breath when I walk, Presumably, I won't suffer too much during this Northern Expedition, but it's a pity that I can't hide in the East China Sea or Chang'an to recuperate. If Dayong can't rule the world, I'm afraid I won't have the chance to be a dead man. There were footsteps in the distance, and King Qi's shadow appeared in my heart, and I didn't turn my head, and said, "The prince is here, is there something important?" King Qi said sullenly: "Suiyun, what do you mean? The East China Sea has declared its neutrality and sent a batch of food and military equipment to the Northern Han Dynasty. I don't believe this is what the Jiang family meant. You have been in the Northern Han Dynasty for several years. Don't Tell me you still can't control the East China Sea." I smiled slightly and said, "What are you talking about? Zhe lives in seclusion in Donghai recuperating, so why would he want to control the Jiang family in Donghai? How to persuade them to surrender is not your business, and didn't the Jiang family discuss with the court again a few months ago?" King Qi said: "You can tell me these high-sounding words. It is the general trend for the East China Sea to surrender to Dayong, and no one can change it. It's just why you suddenly became neutral this time and supported the Northern Han Dynasty against us. Don't tell me it's your secret scheme. If The emperor blames it, but this king will not intercede for you." I said in a rambling voice: "Okay, let the emperor punish me when the time comes, it's best to go to my title, I will take Changle back to the East China Sea to live in seclusion, you said to go overseas with Hai's ship, okay?" it is good?" King Qi couldn't help laughing and said: "Okay, don't be angry with me. Is there any consensus between you and the emperor? I have to explain it clearly to the generals below." I was silent for a while, and said: "When does the prince need to explain to the generals below? I can tell the prince to know, but the generals below should not know for the time being." When King Qi came over, the guards around the two of us dispersed to protect the surroundings and prevent our conversation from leaking out.I said without any scruples: "Now King Qing of Dongchuan has objected. Although Nanchu has been appeased, he still has to worry about their repetition. If Donghai now surrenders to Dayong, Nanchu and Dongchuan will definitely be under pressure. Desperate to challenge Dayong, now that Donghai expresses neutrality and supports the grain and grass of the Northern Han Dynasty, no matter what the people of the world think, they will temporarily breathe a sigh of relief. They even think that Dayong will fall into a bitter battle with the Northern Han Dynasty and can delay the war between Southern Chu and the Eastern Han Dynasty. Chuan’s actions, this is the first benefit. In addition, with a big war, we can cut off the passage between the East China Sea and the Northern Han Dynasty, so the Northern Han Dynasty will still fall into the predicament of insufficient money and food. Moreover, our battle this time is not prepared for a long-term siege Well, it doesn’t matter whether the Northern Han Dynasty has enough money or food. I’ve asked Changle to present this matter to the emperor. Wouldn’t it be icing on the cake if the Eastern Sea surrendered after the Northern Han Dynasty fell? Besides, before thinking about victory, think about defeat first. If the attack doesn’t go well , Can the East China Sea continue to be neutral and maintain its relationship with the Northern Han Dynasty?" After a pause, I said lightly: "Besides, by doing this, I can take the opportunity to leave Qiu Yufei in the East China Sea. I don't want him to die on the battlefield. His piano skills are unparalleled in the world. Such a person should not die in Qinzhou .” King Qi gave Jiang Zhe a strange look, and said, "I don't believe that you will make such a decision because of your personal relationship. After all, how are you going to use Qiu Yufei this time? Wasn't it enough to use him to play tricks last time?" ?” I became a little annoyed, glared at King Qi, and said, "Why are you in a hurry, you'll know when you get to the end." This man always exposes my sinister thoughts.But I couldn't help but feel a little apprehensive. Compared with Qiu Yufei, although he has murderous intentions towards me, he is indeed much more sincere.After thinking about it, I was just asking him to do something for me when I was saving his life. Otherwise, he is a disciple of the Demon Sect, how could I save him with a high-sounding sound? The King of Qi also knew what was interesting. Seeing that I was annoyed, he changed the subject and said, "Suiyun, do you have any plans for sending troops to Qinzhou this time?" I lazily said: "The date of dispatching troops has been fixed long ago, what is your Highness going to do this time?" This touched King Qi's itching, he said excitedly: "Go, go to your tent and talk about it." After saying that, he strode into my tent, and I followed, took out a map and put it on the case . King Qi pointed to the map and said, "I have asked Jing Chi to set off ahead of schedule with 50,000 people to attack Huguan from Zhenzhou via Taihang Baixing. , join forces in Qinzhou, what do you think?" I already had a plan in mind, and said: "It is enough for Your Highness to bring 100,000 people, and leave 50,000 people in Zezhou, and more flags are required to make it look like a 150,000 army. In addition, His Highness is requested to send scouts and troops along the way." Spy, intercept and kill the scouts and spies of the Northern Han Army, and they must not be allowed to pass through the defense line of the army." A cold light flashed in King Qi's eyes, and he said, "Suiyun, do the emperor and you have any plans?" I smiled slightly, and pointed to the map in a low voice to explain my overall plan. King Qi nodded while listening, and finally said proudly: "Perhaps this move is not needed. My 100,000 army plus Jing Chi's five Wan, can't we take down Longting Fei?" I chuckled lightly and said, "It would be even better if His Highness can make such a great achievement, but Long Tingfei is not an ordinary person. This time the Northern Han Dynasty must devote all its strength to resist the army. Your Highness should not be underestimated." While looking at the map, King Qi thoughtfully studied my strategy, and finally said: "Okay, but in this way, do you still want to go north with the army?" I sighed and said: "I don't want to take risks either, but if I don't show myself, I'm afraid that the Northern Han spies will risk their lives to investigate the military situation in the rear. Feeling sore." King Qi laughed and said, "I'll have someone prepare a fast boat for you. You go north along the Qinshui River, so that you won't suffer from the hardships of the journey. Qinzhou's road is not easy to travel, and your carriage is useless." The two of us have made a plan, and at this time someone outside the tent shouted: "My lord, the supervisor, the emperor's order has arrived at the camp." King Qi and I walked out of the tent excitedly. According to the time, the emperor allowed the battle The imperial decree should have arrived in the past few days.Walking out of the camp, the sky is covered with dark clouds. If you want to come to heaven and earth, you know that there will be a bloody battle, so you should be worried about it.