Chapter 371: Don’t get drunk in your next life!
Chapter 371: Don’t get drunk in your next life! (Happy New Year)
The vermilion lacquered door was closed and sealed with cross-shaped strips.
"Master Xuexiang, can I come back?"
Liu Rong's face was pale and his legs were weak. He needed someone's support to barely stand. He wanted to take one last look at the Rong Garden that he had spent countless efforts to build, but he was unable to do so.
The Blood Arhat smiled and said, "You have to ask yourself."
Liu Rong wanted to say something when he was pushed into the parked prison van.
"I am willing to give away all my wealth, resign from my teaching position, and retire to the countryside."
"Please tell Master Zhang what I want you to say. Please spare my life. I will do anything for you!"
As he spoke, Liu Rong collapsed in the prison van and burst into tears.
"I was wrong, I was wrong, I shouldn't have offended him..."
He thought of the four new concubines taken into the mansion, who were still virgins, and the one named A Jiao was the most desirable.
He remembered that in three days another hundred koi would be shipped from the south, and he would never see the beautiful scene of 'thousands of koi competing for food' in Rong Garden again.
……
It seems that he really regrets it!
Liu Rong remembered a lot of things, but the only thing he didn't remember was that over the years, because of his favoritism and abuse of power, Pingding City became a mess, the disciples of the Divine Religion shed blood and tears, the lives of ordinary people were treated as worthless, and the reputation of the Sun Moon Divine Religion plummeted.
"Let's go back to Maple Forest Slope."
The Liu Mansion was located in a bustling downtown area, and such a commotion attracted a lot of attention. Those people did not dare to get close, and watched from afar. When they saw Liu Rong in the prison car, the local emperor of Pingding City who had been powerful for nearly ten years, they were all surprised.
"Elder Liu, please be decent!"
The Bloody Arhat picked up the demon-subduing staff and mounted his horse. He didn't understand how such a person of such color could hold a high position in the religion. The hall master was right, the religion was sick and needed to be cured.
The Dharma Protector Hall is that knife!
"stop!"
At this moment, a cloud of dust suddenly appeared at the south end of the long street. More than 300 disciples of the Dharma Protector Hall came charging forward with such force that passers-by tried to avoid them. When the Blood Arhat saw those people, he rushed forward, drew his long sword, and surrounded the thirty or so of his own men.
"Let go of Elder Liu!"
"What do you do? How dare you arrest people from the Dharma Protectorate?"
Seeing this, Liu Rong felt a little hope. Both incense masters were promoted by him, and they seemed to be somewhat loyal to him. As long as they were not taken to Fenglinpo immediately, he still had room for maneuver.
The Blood Arhat rode on his horse and shouted, "According to the order of the Dharma Protector Hall Master, arrest Liu Rong. Anyone who wants to annihilate the three clans, feel free to come and rob people. I want to see if you are still disciples of the Dharma Protector Hall? Do you still listen to the orders of the Sun Moon Divine Sect?"
"Oh!"
Liu Rong was about to speak when the demon-subduing wand reached into the prison car and the moon blade was pressed against his throat.
The Blood Arhat glared at him and cursed, "You coward, are you looking for death?"
Liu Rong shrank back in fear and communicated with his two subordinates with his eyes.
The three hundred Dharma-protecting disciples of Pingding City had been under the command of Elder Liu for a long time and had received many favors from him. However, when they heard that it was the Fenglinpo headquarters that was arresting people, they all lost their morale. The hall rules were strict, and the punishment for those who committed crimes against their superiors was extremely harsh.
An incense master asked, "Excuse me, Master, are you following the orders of Hall Master Zhang?"
The Blood Arhat laughed and said, "Besides Hall Master Zhang, is there a second Hall Master in the Dharma Protector Hall?"
The two incense masters looked at each other, dismounted and saluted.
"Your subordinate is Wang Tong."
"Your subordinate Sun Xiao."
"I am willing to follow the orders of Hall Master Zhang!"
Liu Rong sighed lightly, his face ashen, and he slumped in the prison van like a pig or sheep waiting to be slaughtered, completely giving up all hope of resistance.
"Alright!"
Seeing the opportunity, the Blood Arhat smiled and said, "Since you are willing to obey my orders, lead your subordinates now, escort the prisoner cart, and follow me back to Maple Forest Slope to wait for Hall Master Zhang's arrangements."
After hearing this, the two were still a little hesitant, worried that if they went to the hall, they would be implicated by Liu Rong and be severely punished.
The bloody Arhat was rough on the outside but delicate on the inside. He chuckled and said, "You have thought it through. Going back to Fenglin Slope on your own initiative is different from waiting for the order from the hall master in Pingding City. If you miss this opportunity, you will never get it again."
The two men thought for a moment and said in unison: "I obey your command!"
About three hundred people, divided into two teams, marched towards the Maple Forest Slope under the Black Wood Cliff.
On the maple forest slope, the east side receives plenty of sunlight, and maple trees grow best.
In the past few days, the atmosphere in Dongyuan was solemn, and many masters who were carrying out missions in the world were recalled one after another.
Some people said that Commander Lin was not convinced and wanted to have a confrontation with Zhang Yu.
"bump!"
The door was kicked open from the outside.
There were more than 40 Dongyuan masters in the courtyard, young and old, male and female, sitting or standing. When they heard the noise, they quickly stood up and stared at the middle-aged man who slowly walked into the gate. The atmosphere was already tense to the extreme, and after this scare, their eyes were somewhat unfriendly.
"Do not misunderstand!"
Han Zhong smiled and spread out his hands, indicating that he was not carrying any weapons. He turned sideways and looked back. There was no one behind him. He entered the yard alone.
"Deputy Hall Master Han, what brings you to my East Garden? What brings you to my East Garden? "
"I have something to say to your Commander Lin."
"What?"
"I've already told you that I'm talking to your Commander Lin."
"Commander, if you have something to say, you can speak here first! We will relay it if necessary."
Han Zhong chuckled and said, "You dare to...relay the order of Hall Master Zhang?"
A person's name is like the shadow of a tree. After hearing what happened to Master Zhang, many people remained silent.
During this period, the most famous and popular person in the martial arts world was undoubtedly the Ziwei Sword Immortal of the Sun and Moon Sect.
Warriors all respected masters with real skills and talents. Although there were some rumors about Zhang Yu replacing Di Baiying, most people did not think it was inappropriate.
When Dongfang Bubai replaced Ren Woxing, there were also many doubts and confusions. However, she used her great martial arts to make tens of thousands of followers regard her as a god. Even if Ren Woxing returned to the sect, the Sun Moon Sect would only recognize the leader of the Dongfang Sect.
Compared to Ren Woxing's brutality, Commander Lin is kind and generous to others, and is quite popular in the garden. If Commander Zhang wants to eliminate dissidents and kill them...
"Brothers, please step back."
Everyone looked back.
Lin Guique came out of the room, wearing a loose robe and carrying no weapon. He walked straight through the crowd, approached Han Zhong, and bowed.
"Master Zhang, what do you want to say? Brother Han, please speak up."
Han nodded and took out the warrant from his pocket.
"Hall Master Zhang's order: Lin Guique privately recalled his subordinates and gathered a crowd to commit illegal acts. I really don't know if this person is bad or stupid? Temporarily put him in the dungeon and keep him under guard. After the whole story is investigated, we will make another decision. Before that, the subordinates of Dongyuan are not allowed to leave Fenglinpo. If anyone is dissatisfied, feel free to come to this hall master and speak."
As soon as Han Zhong finished speaking, someone started shouting.
"Commander Lin did nothing, why arrest him?"
"If you want to incriminate yourself, why bother?"
"Everyone, go see Hall Master Zhang and plead your case to him in person!"
"Shut up, everyone!"
Lin Guique shouted angrily, and the courtyard fell silent.
"Commander?"
Lin Guique looked expressionless at his subordinates in the courtyard and said, "Brothers, I have implicated you this time. Now that things have come to this, if you still remember our past friendship, then... don't cause trouble, don't leave without permission, don't act recklessly, and stay here and wait for Master Zhang's decision."
"Commander..." They saw Commander Lin being taken away by Han Zhong, and then sent him to the gate. However, they saw figures flashing among the maple forest. Men in black clothes and long swords appeared one after another. They actually ambushed hundreds of experts, and the middle-aged man in the lead was even more shocking.
Bao Dachu, the guardian elder of the Sun Moon Sect, a master of the Innate Realm.
………………
The midsummer is as hot as fire, with cicadas chirping and magpies noisy.
In the Fengge warehouse, Zhang Yu looked up at the sun in the sky. He had not left the house for half a month and stayed here, issuing orders one after another, which had all been implemented with the cooperation of Wen Qianji.
At this point, the Dharma Protector Hall, which is in the process of transition from the old to the new, is at peace.
"It's time to get out!"
Outside the gate, Qin Zhaodan lived with a pot of wine, a plate of meat, a wooden table, a chair, and a one-armed man. Every day, he saw many people coming in and out of the gate. There were new faces brought by Zhang Yu, and old faces from the sixth room of the Dharma Protector Hall. There were also many people who had received great favors from Hall Master Di and had agreed to advance and retreat together with him.
The Dharma Protector Hall was quietly undergoing changes. Qin Zhaodan had a vague sense of this, but he did nothing.
He summoned the leaders of his banners to drink and have fun with him.
"Come on, drink!"
"Brother Qin, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it."
"If you fart, let it go!"
"Ugh!"
The flag owner of Fengku Pavilion stood nearby and drank the wine that Qin Zhaodan poured with his head tilted back.
"I'll venture to say that Hall Master Zhang is unstoppable in his role as the Protector of the Dharma Hall."
"So what? He can be the head of his own hall, what does it have to do with me?"
"I'm worried. I offended him too much that day. If Hall Master Zhang holds a grudge, I'm afraid he will make things difficult for Brother Qin."
Qin Zhaodan put down his wine glass and sneered, "I have big feet. If he sends me small shoes, I will burst them. What a jerk! When I followed Master Di and risked my life for the Dharma Hall, he was still swinging in my mother's belly."
"Alas, as the saying goes, 'A grandfather in the cradle, a grandson on crutches'. Brother Qin, you have a long career and have made great contributions. When Hall Master Di was here, we all respected you. The brothers all knew it. But now it is Hall Master Zhang who is in power. A new emperor chooses new ministers. Why don't you admit your mistake to him?"
Qin Zhaodan poured the wine in his cup on the flag master's face and cursed: "You want me to admit my mistakes to that son of a bitch? Dream on! The world knows how Master Di died. One day, I will..."
As he was speaking, he suddenly noticed something unusual; it was too quiet around him.
The flag owner had a face full of alcohol and was winking at him fiercely.
Qin Zhaodan turned his head and looked behind him, feeling slightly startled.
"Zhang...Hall Master Zhang!"
The man in black robe was standing at the door. No one knew when he had arrived. He had a smile on his face and was staring at Qin Zhaodan's head, as if he was looking at the exquisite instrument.
"Master Qin Xiang, who is the son of a bitch!"
Zhang Yu chuckled and walked over slowly.
Qin Zhaodan was overwhelmed by Zhang's aura and said quickly, "I was drunk and was talking nonsense."
Zhang Yu asked with a smile: "Drunk? Who allowed you to drink? Fengku Pavilion is a very important place. Qin Xiangzhu drinks all day long. If a bad guy attacks, what can you do to resist him? Use this pot of wine to get him drunk?"
Qin Zhaodan was indignant and said, "If there is an invasion from outside, I will be able to deal with it and will not miss the mission."
Zhang Yu shook his head and said, "I don't believe it!"
Qin Zhaodan said coldly: "Humph, if Hall Master Zhang wants to punish me for this, I have nothing to say."
"Drinking is just a small matter. If I punish you for it, Qin Xiangzhu may not be convinced. If I turn a blind eye, I am afraid that others will follow suit. It's really difficult! How about this, as long as you can convince me that Qin Xiangzhu drank but did not cause any trouble, then the dilemma will be solved."
Qin Zhaodan asked, "How can I make Master Zhang believe it?"
Zhang Yu chuckled and said, "It's simple. All you have to do is take my sword! Even if you get drunk, I won't care about you. I can even reimburse you for your drinking expenses. Isn't this a good deal?"
Qin Zhaodan remained silent. He was not really stupid. He had heard of the name of Ziwei Sword Immortal, who defeated Bao Dachu with five swords. His martial arts were so high that he was probably ranked among the top in the Sun and Moon Sect. However, he could just take one of his moves. Maybe he could do it himself?
"I've heard that Master Qin Xiang's one-armed sword is extremely skilled and well-known in the martial arts world. It's possible that he couldn't block Zhang's sword, right? That could only be because Master Qin Xiang was drunk..."
"No need to say more, Master Zhang, please draw your sword!"
"Okay, Master Qin Xiang is a straightforward person. Zhang admires him!"
Qin Zhaodan knew that Zhang Yu was trying to provoke him, but he was a reckless person and fell for it mainly because he thought highly of himself. He figured that even if Zhang Yu's martial arts were better than his, he should not be unable to block a single sword strike. The fact that the other party was so young made him feel even more unconvinced.
More than 30 guards of Fengku Pavilion looked over. For people in the martial arts world, what could be more attractive than a duel between masters? Zhang Tangzhu was a martial arts master with great talent and in his prime. Qin Zhaodan was an old incense master who had also been glorious. The outcome of the duel was still quite suspenseful.
The two were seven steps apart.
"Master Zhang, let's do it."
Qin Zhaodan drew out his iron knife, held it horizontally in front of him, and took a defensive stance.
"it is good."
The black robe swayed, like a dark cloud floating over, and in half a breath, it arrived in front of him.
"Too fast, you are worthy of being the disciple of Feiyun Divine Ape."
Qin Zhaodan opened his eyes wide, trying to find the real body among the series of afterimages.
"suddenly!"
In a panic, he swung his sword, but it missed.
"not good!"
A purple light suddenly appeared in the dark clouds, and lightning flashed across Qin Zhaodan's neck.
Qin Zhaodan murmured, "What a fast sword!"
Zhang Yu was five steps behind him, and when he stopped, the Ziwei Sword had already returned to its sheath.
too fast!
The disciples who wanted to watch the masters fight only saw the two figures crossing each other, Qin Xiangzhu slashed the air with his sword, and Zhang Tangzhu's sword seemed not to hit the target. They were wondering, could it be that the two ended in a draw?
"I…"
Qin Zhaodan took half a step forward and opened his mouth. His head slipped off and blood gushed out into the sky like a fountain.
"puff!"
The body was separated and fell heavily to the ground.
Everyone was stunned and horrified. They stood there, not daring to breathe.
"Ah~"
Zhang Yu walked to the wooden table, picked up the iron kettle, and poured two glasses of wine.
One cup spilled on the floor.
"Brother Qin, it seems that you are really drunk. You can't even take my sword."
Another cup was also spilled on the ground.
"It's okay. Don't get drunk in your next life. Be more alert."
Zhang Yu held two wine glasses, his inner Qi floated, and there were two "pop" sounds, as if abscesses were squeezed out.
The porcelain cup turned into powder and slipped through my fingers.
He looked around and said coldly, "Whoever dares to drink and mess up things in the future will be treated like this beast!"
"Follow the instructions of the bishop!"
Led by the flag owner, more than thirty guards knelt down one after another, and their voices shook Lin Yue.
"Follow the instructions of the bishop!"
……
Some people were imprisoned, some were killed, and some were reused.
The new hall master's methods were subtle and effective, but in a short period of time, he was able to firmly grasp several important forces of the Dharma Protector Hall and accumulate strength to deal with the impending storm.
(End of this chapter)