Chapter 14 Chapter 1 Marquis Zhao Mu

Xiang Shaolong and Mrs. Ya, who was disguised as a civilian girl, walked towards the other hall, talking and laughing all the way, very happy. Mrs. Ya said: "I've heard a lot about the Samurai Villa, but everyone persuaded me not to go there, saying that it's complicated. Your Wuzhi Villa and Guo Family Villa are the most high-end, and they don't have any status. The samurai are not qualified to live in it." Xiang Shaolong said with great interest: "Is the annex I live in so prestigious? I don't even know it myself, I don't even know how many warriors live there and who they are."

Mrs. Ya said: "You don't even know where Jin lives, do you?" Xiang Shaolong was startled and said: "Really?" No wonder he brought Wu Tingwei with him that day. He returned in a rage last night, wouldn't it be bad for Shu'er, right?Thinking of this, I can't wait to fly back to the other hall. Madam Ya was about to speak, when suddenly an unnatural expression appeared on her face. Xiang Shaolong followed her gaze, and saw a group of more than ten warriors among the passers-by on the opposite side of the street, hugging a tall, domineering man with a scarred face in brocade robes, turning his head away, staring at them two people.

Madam Ya lowered her head and softly said to him: "Go!" Walking forward hurriedly, Xiang Shaolong was full of doubts and chased after her. Out of the corner of his eyes, the group of people divided into two warriors who crossed the street with vehicles and horses and chased after them. One of them shouted loudly: "Madam, go slowly!" Madam Ya stopped and sighed helplessly, Xiang Shaolong had no choice but to accompany her to stop. The two walked around in front of them, first gave Xiang Shaolong an unfriendly look, then saluted Madam Ya respectfully, and said: "Master Hou invites Madam Ya to meet you over there."

Xiang Shaolong thought that Mrs. Ya would definitely refuse, but she sighed and said: "Go back first, tell Lord Hou that I will explain a few words, and then go to see him." The two looked at Xiang Shaolong with disdain before walking back across the street. Mrs. Ya glanced at him in fear, then lowered her head and said, "Shaolong! I'm sorry! I can't accompany you today, so I'll see you later, okay?" Xiang Shaolong became angry for no reason: "Then who is Lord Hou? Why can I snatch you away from me with just one word." Mrs. Ya pleaded: "Please don't ask, I'm going!" She just left.

Xiang Shaolong watched Mrs. Ya walk up to the big man in the group with the scar on his face, picked up his waist, and hugged him, his chest felt as if he had been punched. He became more and more confused about these human relationships.With Mrs. Ya's status, why did she seem to be afraid of this Lord Hou, and let him hug and hug her in front of her eyes, clearly wanting to lose face. He stood there blankly for a while, struggling to breathe, filled with humiliation in his heart, but had nowhere to vent it. It's no fun picking up a slut, you never know how many faces she has.He didn't even want to know anything about this Lord Hou anymore, and he didn't want to see Mrs. Ya again.

◇◇◇◇◇◇ Hooves sounded. Xiang Shaolong woke up with a start, looked up, and saw Li Shan and several warriors rushing over in a panic, and shouted: "Brother Xiang! We just went to Mrs. Ya's place to look for you, saying that you and Mrs. Ya just left." Xiang Shaolong felt ominous and asked, "What's the matter?" Li Shan cried and said, "Shu'er was raped and killed!" These words were like a bolt from the blue, shocking him so much that he staggered and fell back, hitting a wall behind him, and there was no trace of blood left on his face. Lifting off the brocade quilt, Shu'er's naked body covered with bruises lay cold and lifeless on the couch, the blood oozing from both eyes had solidified and turned black.

What is fatal is a red rope wrapped around the neck, deeply embedded in the neck, and the lower body is in a mess. Shu Er is dead!He was tortured and killed in the most humiliating and cruel way. Xiang Shaolong's whole body was cold, and he couldn't accept the fact before him at all. Su Nu's death was isolated, he did not witness it with his own eyes, and in this time and space more than 2,000 years ago, everything was a bit dreamlike and unreal, even death seemed like a joke, so although the grief was not deep, So when he was distracted by other things, it was easy to put Su Nu's suicide aside, or even forget about it.But Shu Er is another matter!

His heart is bleeding! The voice of Tao Fang who was standing next to him sounded like it sounded from afar: "When Chunying entered the room this morning, Shu'er was like this, alas! I don't know what to say, the murderer must be someone from the other hall." Xiang Shaolong didn't want to ask any more questions. There are only two people who dare to touch Shu'er, one is Wu Tingwei and the other is Lian Jin.He didn't believe that Wu Tingwei had such a boldness, so the murderer must be Lian Jin, and he also knew what he was doing, at least he didn't dare to touch him before the decisive battle.

He wanted to beat himself by any means. And no one would stand up for a gift from Yan, including Tao Fang or Wu Yingyuan. He has never wanted to kill a person as much as he does now. Tao Fang said: "Why don't you move in with me! My wife and daughters really want to see you." Xiang Shaolong calmly covered Shu'er with the brocade quilt, shook his head and said, "No! I want to sleep here, but from now on I don't need anyone to wait on me, and don't let anyone come here. Shu'er, let's deal with the funeral! I want to think about it alone." Tao Fang thoughtfully said: "Shaolong! Don't torture yourself. Tomorrow night is the important day for you to compete with Lian Jin. Now the whole city is waiting to know the result."

Xiang Shaolong became as indifferent and calm as ice and snow, and said lightly: "Don't worry! No one values ​​tomorrow night's date more than I do." After so many cruel blows, he finally put away his cynical prodigal feelings, and turned back to the killing machine carefully cultivated in the era before here in the future, and the ruthless warrior who will do anything for the mission. Throughout the afternoon, Xiang Shaolong stayed in the room where Shu'er was killed. He did not cry bitterly, did not shed tears. Sadness and despair are only the behavior of the weak.

In the Warring States period, when most people did everything for their own benefit, only the strong could survive.When he saw Shu'er's body, he deeply felt the ruthlessness of reality, and realized that this is a lawless and powerful society. If he wants revenge, he must become the strongest person. After Tao Fang and the others all left the house, he picked up the wooden sword and devoted himself to practicing the sword, delving into the essence of Mozi's swordsmanship. After the mind and spirit met, he practiced the most exquisite ten postures repeatedly. Mozi's swordsmanship emphasizes defense rather than offense, but the remaining momentum of each move implies offense. If this offensive can be interpreted, the swordsmanship of defending but not attacking can become both offensive and defensive. Thinking of this, I felt ecstasy in my heart. When the dance was in full swing, Xiang Shaolong rushed out of the hall, using a wider space to perform, and fully integrated his understanding of human body structure and mechanics into his swordsmanship. The sword wind is raging, drifting indefinitely for a while, and flying like a horse in the sky for a while, without a trace to be found. Every attack is transformed from Mozi's swordsmanship of combining attack and defense. With a wild shout, he slashed more than a hundred swords in a row, but none of them took the defensive position. As soon as the sword shadow was retracted, the wooden sword moved to the center of the eyebrows, facing the eyes with the sword. ◇◇◇◇◇◇ A delicate figure rushed into the hall, and shouted anxiously: "Shaolong!" Xiang Shaolong put down the wooden sword, Wu Tingfang threw himself into his arms desperately, crying, "Shaolong, Shaolong!" Xiang Shaolong pointed his sword at the ground with one hand, and put his arms around the beautiful woman in his arms with the other, the grief of Shu'er's tragic death surged in his heart, his internal organs were all twisted into a ball, and he said sadly: "You know about Shu'er." Wu Tingfang nodded her head, crying uncontrollably, feeling sorry for him. She lifted up her pear-blossoming pretty face, looked at him with tears in her eyes, and said, "Mr. Tao came to look for daddy and asked about the whereabouts of elder brother. I blamed you for not coming to look for him. After hearing what happened to Shu'er, he didn't like me." Father's objection came immediately. Shaolong! Eldest brother has been locked up by father since yesterday morning, absolutely nothing to do with this matter." Xiang Shaolong nodded and said, "Don't worry! I already knew who the murderer was." Wu Tingfang lowered his head and asked softly: "Do you doubt Lian Jin? He...although he is arrogant in his talent, he is very... oh! Could it be him?" Xiang Shaolong sighed and said, "He is pursuing you, so he will naturally act as a gentleman in front of you. Tell me, who led your elder brother to Shu'er?" Wu Tingfang was at a loss for words, but apparently still did not believe that Lian Jin would commit such a crime. There was a dry cough outside the door, and the two hurriedly separated. Tao Fang walked in and gave Xiang Shaolong a wink, expressing that he had something to say to him. Xiang Shaolong said to Wu Tingfang: "Miss, why don't you go home first, and I'll come to see you as soon as I finish a few things." Wu Tingfang said urgently: "No! Most people will wait for you at the side." Tao Fang glanced at her in surprise, never thought that this arrogant lady would be so docile and obsessed with Xiang Shaolong. Xiang Shaolong said helplessly: "Okay! You sit here for a while, Tao Gong and I go to the garden to talk a few words, and ask him to do something for me!" Wu Tingfang was displeased when he saw that Tao Fang was not allowed to listen to him talking, but when he heard the last sentence, he readily agreed. When the two came to the garden, Tao Fang's face was full of worry, he pondered for a while, and then asked, "Does Shaolong know who is the person who really holds power in Handan?" Xiang Shaolong said in astonishment: "Isn't it the king?" Tao Fang looked around the quiet garden, and after confirming that there was no one around except for the warriors at the entrance, he put his shoulders on his shoulders and said in a low voice: "Of course he has the most power on the surface, but there is still one person who can influence and manipulate him. Talented people are the real rulers of Zhao Guo." Xiang Shaolong frowned and said, "Who can influence Your Majesty?" Tao Fang smiled wryly, "Is that his man?" Xiang Shaolong lost his voice: "What?" Tao Fang sighed, "Our majesty's masculinity has long been known throughout the world. According to the news from the palace, whenever the majesty sees this person, he wears women's clothes. You understand what I mean!" Xiang Shaolong suddenly asked: "Who is this person?" He wondered why Wu Yingyuan didn't want Wu Tingfang to marry into the palace, and King Zhao was willing to let such a charming beauty like Wu Tingfang go. Tao Fang lowered his voice and said, "It's the Marquis of Julu, Zhao Mu. This man's scheming and swordsmanship are the best of my Great Zhao's. His subordinates are as high as clouds, and there are strange people and strangers from all over the diners in the mansion. , the most powerful man in our country." Xiang Shaolong thought of Lord Hou who forcibly summoned Mrs. Ya, he must be Zhao Mu, no wonder Mrs. Ya was so afraid of him, and asked: "Is Mrs. Ya his woman?" Tao Fang was startled and said, "How did you know?" Xiang Shaolong hurriedly told what happened this morning. Tao Fang's expression became even uglier, and he only said after repeated questioning: "For Juluhou, Zhao Ya is just one of his wonderful playthings. He has countless beauties and handsome men. Once Lord Pingyuan, who oppressed him before, dies, he will come back again. Unscrupulous. Except for my master, Guo Zong and a few generals, Yu Zi is not in his eyes, and the nobles dare not speak out against him." Xiang Shaolong felt a big headache, but he finally figured out the power structure of Zhao country. Tao Fang said generously: "Before the Battle of Changping, although our country was remote and had a small population, our army was invincible in the world. In literature, Lin Xiangru repeatedly broke the treacherous schemes of the Qin people. In military affairs, there were Zhao She, Lian Po, and Li Mu. Pingyuan Jun Zhao Sheng is both civil and military. With him as a chancellor, the people of Qin have nothing to do with me. But since King Hui and these generation of famous officials and generals passed away, our King Xiaocheng has a Lianpo who does not use it, but uses it instead. Zhao Kuo, the son of Zhao She, caused Changping to suffer a disastrous defeat, and made us turn from strong to weak, which really makes people sigh." Xiang Shaolong remembered the dead husband of Mrs. Zhao Kuo, the sinner of the Changping Battle, and took the opportunity to ask, "Why did your lord replace Lian Po with Zhao Kuo?" Tao Fang shook his head and smiled bitterly: "It's not because of his eloquence. This man is a man of good looks, good at analysis, and proficient in military science. He is not good. But Zhao She thinks that he cannot be a general. So when the king wanted to appoint him as a general, even Mrs. Zhao She objected, but the king was bewitched by his beautiful rhetoric on paper, so he insisted on going his own way." Xiang Shaolong was puzzled, "Why did Zhao She look down on his son so much?" Tao Fang sighed: "Because Zhao She sees through that his precious son is too conceited and intelligent, doesn't listen to others, only talks empty words, and is self-willed. It is said that no one can speak against him, but he cannot be beaten by others." Then he said angrily: "In the battle of Changping, he took advantage of the terrain and supplies, and the previous commander Lian Po used his leisure to do the work, which made the Qin people's expeditionary army run out of food and soldiers. Who knows that he ordered the entire army to empty the city as soon as he arrived. He went out, and went deep into the enemy's line hastily. As a result, he was not only forced back into the city by the counterattack of the Qin people, but also cut off the supply line. After more than a month, the city ran out of food and the city was destroyed. Qin general Bai Qi committed the most brutal massacre in history. Your Majesty cannot absolve himself of the blame for this fact, if he hadn't exchanged Zhao Kuo for Lian Po, why would this matter have happened." Then he lowered his voice and said, "Young Master Ying Yuan has lost his heart to Your Majesty because of this matter, does Shaolong understand now? " Knowing that Tao Fang had been instructed by Wu Yingyuan, Xiang Shaolong confided in him and asked, "Why did Mr. Tao suddenly mention Juluhou Zhao Mu?" Tao Fang said in a deep voice: "Because he came to the villa with Lian Jin last night and left after dawn, and killing beautiful women with a red rope is one of his many hobbies, and there are many precedents." Xiang Shaolong was shocked and said, "What?" Tao Fang said: "Don't get excited, and don't act rashly, otherwise you will be killed. Although he has never cared about Zhao Ya's affairs, but Zhao Ya stayed you overnight twice for the first time, and he will definitely make him jealous. Jing Lianjin The traitor who knows best how to kill with a knife instigated this incident. So at the meeting tomorrow night, with his backing, Lian Jin will definitely kill you with all his strength. But if you kill Lian Jin, you will give him the power to rule the king You are guilty, after discussing this situation with the young master, I decided to explain it clearly to you." Xiang Shaolong once again longed to have a heavy machine gun in his hand, but unfortunately it was just a wooden sword, and even Wu Shijian couldn't help when something happened, let alone Wu Yingyuan and Tao Fang. Tao Fang persuaded: "It's best to go out less these two days. If you can defeat Lian Jin and gain the trust of the king, Zhao Mu may change his attitude towards you. At that time, the young master will have other plans, but everything will have to wait until now." We can only speak after the contest." A cold smile escaped from the corner of Xiang Shaolong's mouth and said, "I know how to do it." Tao Fang felt a chill in his heart when he saw it, and reminded him: "When you see Zhao Mu, you have to pretend nothing happened. This man is narrow-minded. If you offend him, you will definitely get revenge." Xiang Shaolong smiled wryly in his heart, what kind of world is this. ◇◇◇◇◇◇ When she returned to the room, Wu Tingfang's mouth grew long after waiting. Xiang Shaolong was heartbroken over Shu'er's death, and he was not in the mood to be intimate with her. After talking to her for a while, he said: "If one day I want to leave Zhao Guo, will Fang'er throw away everything and fly away with me?" Wu Tingfang was stunned and said, "What about father and mother?" Xiang Shaolong said: "Don't think about their questions, I just ask your own thoughts." Wu Tingfang was obviously not used to having his own thoughts, so he hesitated for a while before saying, "Of course I want to follow you, but it's only if it doesn't affect my father and mother." Xiang Shaolong said clearly: "Of course, how can I only care about myself and ignore your parents and family." Wu Tingfang happily moved over, threw herself into his arms, raised her cute little mouth and said, "Shaolong! How is your relatives?" She had tasted it for the first time, and she couldn't get tired of it. There was nothing Xiang Shaolong could do, and it wasn't a painful thing, so he hugged her and kissed her. Not long after, Wu Tingfang twisted her delicate body, her face was red like fire, and she even took the initiative to caress his tiger's back. Xiang Shaolong thought of saving his strength, secretly frightened, he left her sweet mouth, used both soft and hard methods, frightened and coaxed her, and forced her to go home. Tao Fangzao and a group of warriors were waiting for her at the gate with their horses, and he was relieved to see Xiang Shaolong escort her out. After the incidents of Shu'er and Su Nu, no one dared to treat Xiang Shaolong's intimate woman lightly.Although Wu Tingfang's identity is quite different from that of the second daughter who died tragically, no one is sure that the same thing will not happen to her. And no one can afford the consequences. Before getting on the horse, Wu Tingfang pulled Xiang Shaolong and said, "I won't be able to see you until tomorrow night. Grandpa promised to bring me into the palace to watch your martial arts competition. You must not lose!" Just about to board the horse, Lian Jin came out from the annex and shouted: "Miss Sun, please stay!" When the enemy met, they were extremely jealous. But Xiang Shaolong had already decided on a strategy, he didn't show his inner feelings at all, and moved aside to watch Wu Tingfang's reaction to this ex-boyfriend. Without even looking at Xiang Shaolong, Tao Fang and the others, Jin took a big step towards Wu Tingfang. Wu Tingfang took a peek at Xiang Shaolong, a little bit at a loss and said: "Brother Lian! I have to hurry home." Lian Jin looked at her deeply, with a smile that every woman would find charming when she saw it, and said softly: "Then let the elder brother give you a ride!" Wu Tingfang was taken aback, glanced at the expressionless Xiang Shaolong, shook his head and said, "No need! Tao Guild will send me back." Lian Jin looked up to the sky with a smile, cast a disdainful glance at Xiang Shaolong, Tao Fang and the others, and said, "They can't even protect their own women, so what qualifications do they have to protect Miss Sun?" Tao Fang and more than a dozen warriors suddenly changed countenance, his face could not hold back, but Xiang Shaolong was calm as usual, did not reveal the anger in his heart, just watched with cold eyes. Tao Fang said angrily, "Lian Jin, you'd better be more careful with your words." Wu Tingfang was not very polite to Tao Fang before, but because of Xiang Shaolong's relationship, he loved Wu and said: "How can you talk like that, go back quickly, I don't want you to see me off." Lian Jin squinted at Xiang Shaolong, and said to Wu Tingfang with a sneer, "Did Miss Sun forget our eternal pledge?" Wu Tingfang glanced at Xiang Shaolong in fear, stomped his foot and said, "Don't talk nonsense, who has anything to do with you..." Lian Jin smiled indifferently, and said: "You won't be tough until tomorrow night!" He said confidently to Xiang Shaolong: "Let's wait and see! Even Mrs. Ya can't protect you now." After saying that, he walked away . Wu Tingfang had never been insulted like this before, and shouted, "I want to tell grandpa." Lian Jin only responded with a wild laugh, as if he didn't even care about Wu Shiji. Xiang Shaolong and Tao Fang exchanged a look, both felt inappropriate. Could it be that Zhao Mu would really support him, otherwise how could he be so arrogant? ◇◇◇◇◇◇ As soon as Xiang Shaolong returned to the house, someone came to report, and Mrs. Ya sent a carriage to pick him up. Xiang Shaolong thought of what happened to her this morning, so his heart became angry, and he refused. After dinner, he studied Mozi's swordsmanship again, and felt that it was profound, profound, and infinitely wonderful, and could push human physical strength to the limit. While intoxicated, Mrs. Ya unexpectedly came in person. Xiang Shaolong ignored her indifferently until she fell into his arms, then he frowned and said, "Why are you here?" Madam Ya said sadly: "Shaolong! I'm sorry." Xiang Shaolong was still talking, but he was bitten on the neck like a poisonous mosquito, and looked at her in horror, only to see that she was holding a small needle with her slender fingers, the sharp point was shining with a strange green luster, and her mind was confused for a while, Passed out.