The next day, many people among the heroes came to pay their respects. The old gang leader Yan Chongxiao did not show up, but his eldest son Yan Zhenting, his second son Yan Zhenxi, and his youngest son Yan Zhendong. The chief steward Yan Qi, the deputy gang leader Xia Houcheng, and the helmsmen from the seven provinces came to see him off.
As for why the old gang leader didn't come, the Chishui gang suggested that the old family had a great time drinking with some old friends last night and went to bed at dawn. At the end, I added a sentence: I apologize for any negligence or inconsideration. Few of the guests who could come had big heads, and they all turned a blind eye to this statement. Moreover, there are many people in the world who come and go to socialize with each other.
Guests who want to leave the island either claim that there is something going on at home, or they want to serve their parents, with various reasons, but in fact everyone has a tacit understanding: they have to put aside their dignity when traveling around the world, attending events. When a guest wants to leave, the host still urges him to stay as a matter of etiquette. One insists on leaving, the other insists on staying. After doing enough pulling and tugging, everyone's faces looked bright.
How the Chishui Gang will pick up these guests will naturally send them out of the island. Chengyi and return gifts are distributed according to the sect, which is extremely considerate, and naturally both the host and the guest are happy. Half of the people who left here were on a business trip, and the other half were camped out for food. These people are more serious-minded, adhering to the principle of "never give up until they achieve their goals", waiting for a more suitable opportunity to talk to noble people.
Most of the two thousand guests have now gone, and the welcome boat made a round trip to send the first batch of people away. After another day, these bosses who were dragging people out also received replies and left one after another. Most of the remaining guests were members of the six major factions.
Seeing that the two groups of guests had been sent away, everything seemed to be calm. Ling Taixu didn't take any action, and everyone had relaxed their vigilance. In the past two days, although Yan Chongxiao did not attend the meeting of leaders of various factions, the people of the Chishui Gang were unwilling to reveal more about his health.
The conference continued to be chaired by deputy gang leader Xia Houcheng. The power of the Chishui Gang has always been in the hands of Yan Chongxiao and Xiahou Cheng, who were close friends for eight years. After Yan Chongxiao Jinpen washed his hands, he did not hand over the gang leader's token. Xiahou Cheng is solely responsible for all matters in the gang. In name, Xiahou Cheng is the deputy gang leader, but in reality, he is no different from the gang leader.
According to common sense, Yan Chongxiao's abdication was naturally to pass the throne to his son. But the old gang leader didn't do this. He believed that his brother's talents were far better than those of his sons. He once wanted to pass the position of gang leader to Xiahou Cheng, but this brother refused. He also advocated that the great cause of the Chishui Gang should be handed over to the children of the Yan family.
Yan Chongxiao didn't want to pass on the inheritance to the Yan family's children, but he knew in his heart that none of his three sons would become great. Once he died, the Chishui Gang's family fortune would be ruined sooner or later. Instead of doing this, it would be better to let your brother calm down the situation first and guard it for a while.
Xiahou Cheng lost his wife in his early years and vowed not to marry. He has always been Yan Chongxiao's most trusted right-hand man. He has devoted most of his life to the great cause of the Chishui Gang, and he is largely responsible for the Chishui Gang's current situation. He understood in his heart his relationship with Yan Chongxiao. They are both brothers and kings and ministers.
The relationship between monarch and minister is more suitable for them. Yan Chongxiao was a decisive and heroic man and was destined to be a king, and he could only assist. He had no complaints about his position as deputy gang leader. Yan Chongxiao gave him everything he could, and Xiahou Cheng didn't ask for more.
Xiahou Cheng presided over the meeting of heads and made a plan with everyone to deal with the Ghost Prime Minister. On the fourth day, just as the heads were about to leave, a strange thing happened: thirty large ships disappeared out of thin air, and there were thirty-seven corpses in front of the Yan Mansion, seven of which were the helmsmen of the seven provinces. our.
Xiao Yunfan pushed away the crowd like a mad tiger, stumbled to Luo Jiutian's body, and knelt down on his knees. Looking at this familiar face, he couldn't believe it. Just the night before, Luo Jiutian took the time to come over to him for a drink. The two settled their differences and had a pleasant conversation.
This sudden bad news caught Xiao Yunfan off guard. Tears blurred his vision for a moment, and he couldn't help but burst into tears. Recalling his trip to Sichuan that day, Luo Jiutian didn't know that he was still alive but he set up a memorial ceremony for him. That deep feeling was unforgettable to him.
If it weren't for Luo Jiutian's advice and ingenious plot, it would be impossible for him to rescue his sweetheart. The situation of joining forces with him to fight against the enemy is still yesterday. Luo Jiutian's status in his heart was the same as that of his biological brother, how could he not be heartbroken. He reached out and touched this familiar face, which was as cold as iron. He burst into tears and felt inexplicable grief.
Jin Lingdang and others saw him crying so heartbroken that they came over to comfort him. She walked up behind Xiao Yunfan and said quietly: "Brother Xiao, a dead person cannot be resurrected. You..." Xiao Yunfan ignored anyone, just went to hold his hand and said with sobs: "Brother...brother".
Yin Shisan and others knew that he had a close friendship with Luo Jiutian, and were deeply moved when they saw him like this. Looking at the dead people in front of them, the hearts of the martial arts heroes present were quite heavy.
When the Chishui Gang suffered this disaster, Xiahou Cheng, the backbone of the gang, couldn't help but feel furious and vomited blood on the spot. The three sons of the Yan family had no idea, and they were all as anxious as ants on a hot pot. Master Zhang and Abbot Zhishan took charge of the overall situation and ordered their disciples to help Chishui help with the funeral affairs of these heroes.
The atmosphere in the hall was extremely solemn. Xiahou Cheng looked at everyone and said solemnly: "Everyone, there are still many waterways to go from Bixin Island to the land. Now that the enemy has destroyed the big ship, it is clear that he wants to trap us on the island." Girl. Small
Master Yujing of the Zhengyi Sect asked: "According to the deputy gang leader, there are no more prepared ships on this island?" I'm afraid it will take some trouble." Master Yujing said again: "What do you think, the leader of the Xiahou Gang, is the main altar losing its ship and being unable to communicate with the outside world?"
Xiahou Cheng said: "Exactly. This Taihu Lake is so vast that if you want to leave, you have no choice but to take a boat. The existing thirty large ships have been destroyed. The only solution for now is to cut down trees and build boats." Master Yujing stood up hurriedly and said : "You...why didn't you tell me earlier?"
Zhang Tianshi was furious and rebuked loudly: "Junior brother, now the Chishui Gang is in great trouble, how can we just stand by and watch?" Master Yujing muttered: "Senior brother, I am not thinking about making elixirs for a few princes."
Zhang Tianshi said: "If they miss a few elixirs, it will not hinder their path to immortality. The Chishui Gang is in danger now. How can we bear to leave even if we have a boat at this time?" Master Yujing blushed and said: "Senior Brother, this is a lesson. "
At this time, the holy monk of Dajue Temple twisted the Buddhist beads in his hands and said loudly: "Everyone, since the other party intends to destroy the ship, let us stay, and let's see what tricks they are going to play?" Dajue Temple and Zheng Although the seniors of Yijiao have high martial arts and virtues, they are rarely able to deal with the evil tricks in the world.
Seeing the grand master's words, Jiang Hanyue also added: "The Holy Master is right. Mr. Jiang also really wants to defeat the gang of thieves like Gui Xiangmen."
She was able to do this for any female class, and other sects such as Shenjiang Pavilion and Jin Yu Tang also responded. Huo Zhongyuan raised his head and said in a deep voice: "Although Master Jiang's words are good, this time the other party used a strategy of annihilating families."
Jiang Hanyue's eyes flashed and she said: "Exterminate all the families? Please make it clearer, Leader Huo." Huo Zhongyuan said: "Lao Gang Leader Yan's good strategy this time has given the enemy an opportunity, and the other party has killed all the helmsmen. After that, I believe they will attack the island soon. Once we are defeated, the righteous martial arts world will be doomed. Brother Xiahou, what are the strategic points on the island?
Please come as soon as possible and assign it to the big guys for defense. After the enemy retreats, everyone can discuss other matters. Comrades, it’s better to make up your mind quickly, right? "
Silver Thirteen walked up to Xiao Yunfan and said, "Brother Xiao, you have to cheer up too. There may be a tough battle to be fought tonight. You can't just stay depressed like this."
Hou Tonghai also comforted him: "Little lion, you can't act like this. If the enemy comes, who will protect you..." Before he finished speaking, he deliberately pointed at the golden bell. He knew that Xiao Yunfan cared deeply about this girl, and using this girl as his example might arouse his fighting spirit.
As expected, Xiao Yunfan raised his head, looked at the golden bell, and said in his heart: "You are right, I... I should avenge Brother Luo. How can it be a man to just lament and sigh, but let the enemy run free? Isn't that what a man does? Qing'er's fault I will take back all the revenge of Brother Luo from this thief Ling Taixu."
Xiahou Cheng ordered people to take out a map of the island and show the heroes which key points to guard to prevent the enemy from invading. Bixin Island has a total of nine observation towers, two towers each in the southeast and northwest. The tallest tower in the middle is located in the back garden.
Everyone agreed on a fire signal, and Xiahou Cheng, Zhang Tianshi and others were assigned to guard the position of the tower. Huo Zhongyuan figured out the intention of the Ghost Prime Minister's attack just now. Therefore, Xiahou Cheng left him, Dajue Temple, Zhengyi Sect and others to go to the tallest tower in the garden to make general arrangements.
After leaving the hall, Xiao Yunfan whispered to Yin Shisan: "Brother Yin, I see that these people in Shenjiang Pavilion have a lot of problems these days. You and I will join forces with many seniors and try to take them down." Yin. Thirteen frowned and said: "This... I'm afraid this is inappropriate, right?"
Xiao Yunfan said: "There is nothing wrong. It should not be delayed, and things will change if it is delayed. If there is any problem, just blame it on me. If you don't do anything, it will be very bad once they pass the news to the people of the Ghost Sect. .”
Yin Shisan said: "Okay, whatever you say is what it is. You saved my life, Yin Shisan, and I will give it back to you when you want it." Xiao Yunfan said: "Your life is your own, I don't Rare. Besides, you can’t fight tooth and nail for me. If you fight, do you fight for her too?”
Silver Thirteen's face actually turned red. Xiao Yunfan watched the women walking towards the inner courtyard and said slowly: "There is nothing to be embarrassed about. If a hero is not a beauty, he must be a country. Country, beauty, sometimes you have to choose one. "
Silver Thirteen said: "That makes sense. What about you? Why are you fighting so hard?" Xiao Yunfan said: "Beauty, fight for beauty, fight for everything you want to protect. Fight until the last drop of blood."
