Lin Chong was practicing martial arts in the house. The house was given to him by Tong Guan. Although it was not very lavish, it had complete facilities and a good location, just to the east of the inner city not far from the Evil Alley.
This place is ten times better than his previous residence. The original residence was just a small courtyard in the alley in the west of the city. It was not a house at all. It was crowded and small, and it was very inconvenient to travel.
Lin Chong was practicing the Sun-turning Needle at the moment, and when he waved his hands, strands of red light flashed, and there was a cold glow in between. They turned out to be red silk threads with slender silver needles at the ends of the threads.
There was a small flowerbed in front of him. The spring was warm at this time, and some flowers were in bud, and some were already blooming brilliantly. He raised his arms slightly, and the red thread shot into the flowers. He only heard a few soft "swish, swish, swish" sounds, and there were two or three The flowers fell together, and there was another one holding on to it. Apparently it was not strong enough to completely break it.
Lin Chong frowned and retracted the red threads, but there were three in each hand, a total of six. However, not all of them worked when he shot the flower branches just now, which made him a little upset.
This sun-turning needle is very different from the martial arts he learned in the past. In the past, he focused on spears, and was proficient in spears, flower spears, snake spears, etc.
No matter how cunning and cunning the gun's moves are, it is still a long-range weapon and cannot escape the vertical and horizontal maneuvers. But this sun-turning needle is different. This thing may be called a short-handed weapon, but it is too short. It may be said that it is a hidden weapon, but it still involves red lines. It can wrap around the enemy's weapon, but it always makes him feel awkward.
He also knew that this was because his family had been training with guns since he was a child. As a result of his habit, there must be a process of getting familiar with other weapons. However, the strange technique and body shape of the Sun-turning Needle still made him curse. After that, how can there be any masculinity left? Even if you are not a eunuch, you will be recognized as an eunuch!
Lin Chong took a deep breath, his wrists suddenly vibrated slightly, and the six red threads swished into his sleeves.
Although he felt uncomfortable with this sun-turning needle, he also knew that this was the best martial art in the world. If he wanted to kill Gao Qiu and avenge him, he would have to rely on this martial art.
There are many martial arts experts around Gao Qiu. If he had followed the original method, he would have had no choice but to intercept and kill him with a gun, but how could Gao Qiu be so easy to kill? What's more, even if Gao Qiu is killed in broad daylight, where can he escape to? Whether to leave the city or not is a matter of debate.
But after learning the Sun-turning Needle, it is different. This martial art has erratic body movements and ghostly attacks. Even at night, you can use this martial art to sneak into Gao Qiu's house, and then kill him with one needle without anyone noticing.
It is true that Lin Chong was very skilled in martial arts, but he did not have the ability to move up and down. He also used a spear, so it was difficult for him to carry out assassinations.
The Sun-turning Needle's martial arts includes body posture and footwork, and combined with the ghostly flying needle, it can kill people virtually invisible. If it is used in stabbing, it will be even more precise and ingenious.
Lin Chong stood by the flower bed with his eyebrows trembling. He thought of another person again. Do you want to kill that person?
Thinking of that person, he thought of Zhenniang, and then felt a little heartache, although this feeling of heartache had long been unfamiliar and a little inexplicable.
A few years have passed and he has forgotten many things, but what he remembers clearly is that when he left Tokyo in shackles and chains, he did not feel any heartache, and even felt some relief.
When did that start?
It seems that this happened after the fire burned the forage yard that night, and then went to Liangshan, and since then his official career has been cut off, and he still feels heartbroken.
He still wanted to kill that person in his heart, and even if possible, he would want to kill that faint-hearted official and his family as well.
But the question is whether he can kill him, and whether he can kill the opponent with his strength.
If he is not completely sure, he will not take action. It is not worth putting himself in it.
This is different from Gao Qiu. He hates Gao Qiu deeply and will always give it a try regardless of whether he can or not.
But that person...isn't it necessary? That person was surrounded by real masters like Yun, and I heard that his own family also practiced martial arts.
Lin Chong's face was cloudy and uncertain, and he was full of contradictions in his heart.
There was no grudge between him and that person, and the divorce letter was in front of him, so there was no other interaction between him and that person.
For a woman? It's not like he doesn't have a woman around him now, let alone...what's the point of having a woman?
Yes, what is the use of a woman? Lin Chong suddenly reached out and picked up the big gun on the side, and started messing with the flower bed, breaking the flower branches, smashing the bones, flying petals, and even the butterflies and bees were so scared that they fled in all directions.
In just a few moments, a small flowerbed was destroyed by Lin Chong. He was breathing heavily, with a look of relief on his face after venting the anger in his heart, but also a trace of confusion.
At this time Hu Sanniang came out from the house carrying a water basin. Seeing this scene, she couldn't help but said: "Mr. Sir, why did you destroy the garden?"
Lin Chong looked at Hu Sanniang, his eyes fell from her pretty face to the basin, and said coldly: "Didn't I ask you to hire two maids? How can you do such a rough job of fetching water yourself? It's not like there is no money at the moment. From Taizhou Not only did I bring back a sum of gold and silver, my godfather also gave me a large reward, which is enough for daily expenses. Even if I hire more, it will still be enough."
Hu Sanniang whispered: "Mr. Lang, I think there are many people in Tokyo. It would be bad if someone was found out because of hiring people..."
Lin Chong said: "I have been disfigured and changed. No one can tell even if I take off the mask. As for you have never been to Tokyo, how can you worry about being recognized?"
Hu Sanniang was startled for a moment and shook her head slightly: "I, I am the one who is worried about Liangshan..."
Lin Chong thought after hearing this: "Aren't all the people in Liangshan led by Song Jiang to conquer the tigers? The court's move to drive away the wolf-devouring tigers is really vicious. Regardless of victory or defeat, there won't be many left in Liangshan. But Since they are not in Tokyo, Sanniang, what are you worried about?"
Hu Sanniang said: "I'm worried that not all of them may be gone, and there's nothing wrong with being cautious."
Lin Chong muttered: "Now my identity is different. I am the adopted son of Privy Tong Qian'er. Even if I am recognized by Liang Shan, I don't need to care. The only bad thing is that I am afraid that Gao Qiu will secretly seek trouble. As long as Gao Qiu dies, then I will still What are you afraid of!"
Hu Sanniang said: "Mr. Lang, Gao Qiu is a minister of the current dynasty. Not to mention that such a person is usually closely guarded and difficult to assassinate. Even if he succeeds, wouldn't it shock the imperial court? We will pursue it all the way..."
Lin Chong waved his hand: "You have nothing to do with this matter. I have my own concerns. If I don't have a sharp sword, how can I get rid of the gloomy anger in my chest? If I don't let this anger out, I'm afraid it will be difficult to improve my martial arts in the future, no matter how much I gain." All the glory and wealth is just a wasted life!"
Hu Sanniang opened her mouth and wanted to persuade a few more words, but she also knew in her heart that Gao Qiu was Lin Chong's heart. If he didn't kill this evil official, Lin Chong would never be able to get over this threshold in his heart. In the past, he had no chance, but now he is right in front of Tokyo City. Under the sun, if you endure it any longer, I'm afraid people will go crazy.
Seeing that she was hesitant to speak, Lin Chong said: "Sanniang, don't worry, I won't act recklessly. I have to think carefully before talking. You don't have to worry too much."
Hu Sanniang nodded: "Mr. Sir, be careful, Tokyo is a land of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. If you really want to take action, you must not leave any traces."
Lin Chong said with a smile: "I grew up in Tokyo, so don't you know this truth? Don't worry about this, it's better to hire two maids to take care of you. If you really can't worry about it, go to the dental shop on Niushi Street in the outer city. Most of them They are all from the countryside, they don't know how to read, and they don't know anything about Liangshan, so I can rest assured, but they are rough and rough in doing things and not meticulous enough."
Hu Sanniang said: "This is the best. What kind of detail is needed? I came from Zhuangzi, so if I am thicker, I will look friendly."
After she finished speaking, she turned around and went to clean up in the house. Lin Chong looked at her back, vomited slightly with his hands, two red threads shot out, and continued to practice the sun-turning needle...
Zhao Tong was still training troops by the Yellow River that day. At noon, he and the soldiers had a large stove meal. They had enough cooking cakes and broth, and everyone had another salted radish in their hands.
Sitting by the pot, he took one bite of the cooking cake and a bite of salted radish. Zhao Yu ate it very delicious. Zhang Xian next to him also ate the same way. Xiao Bing filled the two of them with broth. Zhao Yu smiled and said: "This food But it's not bad. If we can maintain this level during war, why not worry about winning the war."
Zhang Xian took a sip of the soup. There was indeed meat in it. He said, "My lord, I'm afraid that I won't be able to make pancakes during the urgent march, so I can only eat cold ones."
Zhao Tong nodded, and just as he was about to speak, he saw a man riding a horse coming from a distance, shouting as he ran: "Your Majesty, it's a happy event, it's a happy event!"
Zhao Tong saw that it was Lei San from the house, and waved his hand to ask. Lei San said: "Your Majesty, the Lord has given birth!"
"Oh?" Zhao Tong couldn't help but look slightly moved when he heard this. When he left the house in the morning, Po Wen said that she was afraid that she would give birth in the next two days, but she didn't expect to give birth today.
"Is it a boy or a girl?" Zhao Tong asked, touching his chin, feeling somewhat excited. He hoped it was a girl.
"Prince, he is... a young man!" Lei San scratched his head. He didn't know what to call him appropriately for a moment. It was naturally inappropriate to call him young prince, and it was also wrong to call him the prince. Only the eldest son established the crown prince. Zhao Tong didn't have a princess now, so he couldn't. He overrode the title, so he had to call him Xiaolang.
"Young man?" Zhao Tong raised his eyebrows, but he didn't expect it to be a boy!
"Let's go back to the palace!" With an order, all the soldiers were on leave and no longer trained. Zhao Tong took Zhang Xian and others into the city and went straight to the palace.
After returning to the palace, he went to the back house. He was very busy at this time. Mothers and wives kept walking in and out carrying hot water and other things. The maids, big and small, were all busy. He went straight into the room, but was stopped by two mothers. Come on, just talk for a moment.
After waiting for a while, it should have been cleaned and tidied up, and then Zhao Tong walked in and saw Zhu Xiuniang lying on the couch with a tired look, a hot wet wipe on her forehead, a small bed next to it, and a little baby stretching her arms on the bed.
Zhao Tong stepped forward and saw that the little baby was not crying. Looking at him the same way, he reached out and wanted to hug it. The mother beside him said: "My lord, be careful. The baby is just born, so you must not use too much force."
Zhao Tong thought for a while and realized that he was really strong and didn't know how to hold a child, so he stopped and said, "You did a good job. You will all be rewarded!"
The mothers and ladies thanked her together. Zhao Tong looked at Zhu Xiuniang and said, "Xiuniang is a well-educated woman. If you want anything, just ask someone to tell me about it. As for the child..."
Zhu Xiuniang looked nervous when she heard this, and stretched out her hand to protect the crib: "You, what are you going to do?"
Zhao Tie looked at her and smiled: "The child will be raised here by you. The nanny over there has been found. Let her come over later."
Zhu Xiuniang breathed a sigh of relief. She was very afraid that Zhao Tao would take the child away and send him to be raised elsewhere. Then she would really have no thoughts about it at all. Her clan brother Zhu Xiang did not believe what she said at all, and even If she is suspected of being in a trance, who else can she rely on in this world? Now she only has this child, and this child is her life.
Zhao Tong looked at it for a while and said: "The eyebrows are very similar to this king's, um... the ears are also similar, but the other parts are too delicate. She looks like a young lady, not like a young man."
Zhu Xiuniang turned around and said, "The child looks like me."
Zhao Tong glanced at her, said nothing, wandered around the room for a while, ordered some things to be purchased, then walked out, walked to the door of the room, turned around and said again: "Xiu Niang, remember to take a good rest."
Then, open the door and leave.
Seeing him go, Zhu Xiuniang gently picked up the child, held her in her arms, pressed her face against the child's face, and murmured in a low voice, her eyes full of love...
In the blink of an eye, summer arrived, and Liu Qi traveled from the northwest to Tokyo. The news that Zhao Yu heard was that the Kingdom of Jin was going to send an envoy to visit the Song Dynasty secretly, because Liu Qi made the decision to go to sea last time, and he needed to receive him this time.
The original maritime alliance was discussed several times, sometimes on the ship, sometimes with the Jurchens sending envoys to Tokyo.
Later, just after the charter was signed and credentials were exchanged, Fang La rebelled.
Then Wanyan Aguda repeatedly urged the Song Dynasty to send troops to the Northern Liao Dynasty. Emperor Daojun was so anxious that he delayed until Fang La was wiped out before reluctantly sending the Western Army out. At this time, the Liao Kingdom was almost completely defeated by the Jurchens.
Then the Western Army was defeated, and Tong Guan had no choice but to spend money to buy Yan Yun...
The Jurchen envoy came to Tokyo in secret. Except for some people on the top floor of the court, no one below knew about it.
A few days after Liu Qi arrived in Beijing, Emperor Daojun summoned a group of ministers, including Zhao Tao and Zhao Kai, to discuss matters.
Emperor Daojun named Liu Qi Taizhong doctor and discussed with the Jurchens. However, he was afraid that the Jurchens would think they were not sincere enough, so he wanted to choose another host between Zhao Tao and Zhao Kai, and finally chose Zhao Kai.
Zhao Tong was very happy. He was not willing to deal with the Jurchens at the moment. As for the Jurchens' internal intelligence, there was nothing to explore. He knew it deep down.
And he knew that this time the negotiation would probably not work out, and it would have to happen a few more times. After all, both sides were lions with their mouths open at the beginning, and no one wanted to show weakness.
At this time, the Jurchens were also somewhat confused about the reality of the Song Dynasty. Although it was easier for them to defeat the Liao army, the Liao and Song Dynasties had not fought for many years. At most, there were border frictions, and they did not know the current strength of the Song army.
However, Song Dynasty had fought many battles with Xixia over the years, and they basically ended up with Song winning. This undoubtedly gave Song Fang more leverage in this negotiation.
As summer grew stronger, envoys from the Kingdom of Jin finally arrived. There were only a dozen of them. Although the Song Dynasty received them in secret, the standards were extremely high. King Yun personally presided over the reception and placed these Jin people in the East China Office in the city. Inside the museum.
At this time, Zhao Tong was preparing to host a 100-day celebration for his child in his mansion. Everything was almost ready except for the child's name.
He thought about it for a moment. There were rules to be followed when naming the royal family, and they were not randomly chosen.
As for the names Zhao Tailang and Zhao Heilang that Zhao Kai gave his children, they were actually trumpets and not correct names. It is impossible to write these in the royal genealogy.
According to the rules, this generation should be in the speech department. Zhao Huan's eldest son was named Zhao Chen, and his later sons were named Zhao Jin and Zhao Xun.
But Zhao Tong hadn't decided what to call him yet. After all, this was his first descendant, so he had to think carefully about the name.
He wandered around the house and arrived at the back house. When he entered Zhu Xiuniang's courtyard, he saw a group of people enjoying the shade under the trees and greeting him upon his arrival.
The little boy was lying in the wooden cart. When he saw him stretching out his hands, Zhao Tong picked him up and said, "What name should I give Xiaolang..."
Zhu Xiuniang said from the side: "Your Majesty, I have already thought of a name."
Zhao Tong smiled and said: "The name given to a talented girl must be extraordinary. I wonder what you named it?"
Zhu Xiuniang said: "Let's call him Zhao Xi!"
Zhao Tong was stunned when he heard this: "What? Zhao what..."
Zhu Xiuniang said: "Zhao Xi!"
Zhao Tong had a strange look on his face: "Which Xi?"
Zhu Xiuniang said: "The Xiwei of morning light, the Xi of blessing!"
Zhao Tong looked at Zhu Xiuniang and slowly laughed: "Xiuniang is a good name, but it's a pity that it doesn't comply with the clan rules!"
Zhu Xiuniang said: "I know a little bit about it. Taizu has an imperial decree, and Emperor Taizong also has the characters of the Fourteenth Pai. But I only call this name for my own family. The prince can name it with the characters of the Hepai."
Zhao Tong looked at Zhu Xiuniang and touched his chin: "How can a child be called by two names? Xiuniang, you are posing a problem for me!"
Seeing that he was not angry, Zhu Xiuniang couldn't help but smile and said: "Who in the world doesn't know that His Highness the King of Qin is a leader of scholars and a master of literature. Is it so difficult to come up with a name?"
Zhao Tong chuckled: "Since a child can't be called by two names, let's call him Zhao Xi. The words are both happy and the left and right sounds are the same!"
Zhu Xiuniang was slightly stunned when she heard this, and then said calmly: "Your Majesty is indeed very talented!"
Zhao Tong put little Zhao Xi back in the wooden cart and gave her a meaningful look: "Xiu Niang, prepare well. Don't be rude at the 100-day banquet in three days!"
After saying that, he turned around and left with his hands behind his back.
(End of chapter)
