Tonight, the atmosphere in the camp was a bit dull. When everyone knew that the woman Yan Fengyun was protecting was the top disciple of Xuehua Palace, everyone's patience had reached its limit.
The current situation in the world is special. There is a clear distinction between good and evil. Everyone's views are black and white, either good or evil. As long as you have not distanced yourself from the evil, then you are a devil.
Therefore, what Yan Fengyun said about Xuehua Palace's crime was not that serious. In the eyes of everyone, it was naked favoritism. In addition, Elder Qi told everyone about the deputy gang leader's care for Linglong along the way, and now everyone was even more upset.
After a simple meal, all the disciples sat around the fire, each in silence without saying a word. Yan Fengyun and Linglong seemed to be squeezed out, staying in the outermost positions.
At this time, even Elder Wu, who strongly supported Yan Fengyun, had to avoid suspicion because of public opinion. After all, when Elder Qi asked him straightforward questions during the day, Yan Fengyun did not make a clear statement. I am afraid that his relationship with that woman is really different. generally.
Even in times of peace, if everyone knew that Yan Fengyun had such a demonic confidante, it would be a big earthquake for the Beggar Clan, not to mention that now, the two sides have not resolved their old grudges but have forged new grudges.
"Brother Yan, I'm sorry." Linglong lowered her ears and looked a little depressed.
Seeing her appearance, Yan Fengyun couldn't bear it, so he comforted her: "It doesn't have to be like this. They will know about this sooner or later. Someone has expected this situation."
Linglong was slightly moved: "Thank you, Brother Yan."
Yan Fengyun smiled heartily: "No need to say thank you, you are her disciple, I will naturally take good care of you."
"...Hmm." Linglong's expression was slightly strange. In addition to being grateful, her heart was inevitably a little sour. She had tried her best to take care of Yan Fengyun these days, but the other party always regarded her as a junior. treat.
Although she knew that the person she loved was her master, she shouldn't have had any thoughts of overstepping her limits, but love was something that no one could control. If she could just let it go, how could Yan Fengyun be so willing to do so all these years? Driven by her master.
Yan Fengyun broke off the branches and threw them into the fire. The jumping flames burst out and made the sound of popping grass. After pondering for a moment, he said: "I still have to talk to the gang leader."
Hearing this, Linglong hurriedly hid those thoughts carefully in her heart, stood up and followed Yan Fengyun: "I'll go with you."
Yan Fengyun didn't say anything. The two of them attracted the attention of the disciples as soon as they stood up. Everyone watched them with silent eyes as they walked into Lu Hanjiang's tent.
Even if he is sleeping in the wild, Lu Hanjiang's tent is luxurious enough, and all tea sets are provided. Compared with slaying demons, this posture looks more like he is on an outing.
When Yan Fengyun walked in, Lu Hanjiang was sitting in a rocking chair, holding hot tea in his hand, with a thin fur covering his legs, squinting his eyes and looking at the sky, looking very comfortable.
In comparison, Yan Fengyun, who wears coarse cloth and light clothes, looks like a rough cook.
He looked at the expensive furnishings in the tent and felt a little unhappy for no reason. He almost blurted out the words: "Why did Gang Leader Lu spend a lot of money to buy these extravagant things? You must know that we and other Beggar Gang disciples are all beggars. Even if we try our best to imitate the wealth of others, In the eyes of others, the way you behave is just a copycat."
"What the deputy gang leader said is wrong. Not to mention that I come from a wealthy family. Could it be that the imperial court has stipulated that beggars cannot use expensive things?" Lu Hanjiang blew a mouthful of tea and his reaction was dull.
Yan Fengyun frowned and said in a deep voice: "We, the people in the world, are on a different path from the officials in the imperial court."
Lu Hanjiang took a sip of tea and said calmly: "The deputy gang leader is wrong again. The whole world is not the king's land, even in the Jianghu. The beggar gang is a big force, and I hope that the hero Yan will remember the words "misfortune comes from his mouth".
The word "hero" seemed to have a hint of irony, and Yan Fengyun could tell that this gang leader Lu didn't actually want to see him.
Lu Hanjiang drank all the tea in the cup, and then said in hindsight: "What are you doing, deputy gang leader, standing still? Could it be that you think I am neglecting you? Oh, that is really rude. You two, please take a seat quickly."
Although the content of the words was an apology, Lu Hanjiang, who was lying on the chair, didn't even get up and make a show of doing it. He just had the words "hypocritical, pretentious, perfunctory" carved on his forehead.
Linglong seemed to be too angry and wanted to speak, but was stopped by Yan Fengyun. He was able to keep his composure. After sitting down, he said in a deep tone: "Gang leader, please listen to someone's words about dealing with Xuehua Palace this time."
"The deputy gang leader can speak directly if he has anything to say."
Seeing Yan Fengyun just bringing up the previous topic, Lu Hanjiang didn't bother to stab him anymore. After all, there was no sense of achievement even if he won with such a stupid person because of his sharp tongue.
After Yan Fengyun took a deep breath, he said solemnly: "Gang leader, I think that our Beggar Gang should withdraw from the North."
Lu Hanjiang was not annoyed after hearing this and asked, "Why?"
Seeing that Lu Hanjiang did not object immediately, Yan Fengyun relaxed a little and even said in a calm tone: "Gang Leader, in my opinion, Xuehua Palace is very powerful and the terrain is easy to defend and difficult to attack. We only brought the It’s not easy to capture hundreds of Beggar Clan disciples.”
Lu Hanjiang nodded: "That's true. If Xuehua Palace relies on its terrain to hold on, the Beggar Clan will win and it will be a miserable victory."
"This is exactly the truth," Yan Fengyun struck while the iron was hot and continued: "Besides, the disciples of Xuehua Palace are all women. Our Beggar Gang has a large number of people. Even if we win, it will be invincible in the eyes of the Jianghu people. Against the gang, Fame does no good.”
Lu Hanjiang did not agree with this point: "What the deputy gang leader said is wrong. Although Xuehua Palace is a sect composed of women, in the eyes of Jianghu people, they are just like other demons. They are savage beasts. If we win, the world will only They will praise us as heroes."
Yan Fengyun also knew that the second point was a bit far-fetched, so he did not refute, but continued to persuade the first point: "It's okay for the gang leader to think so, but as far as the current situation is concerned, the rewards obtained by capturing Xuehua Palace are It’s not worth the price we have to pay, so I thought it would be better to give up.”
Lu Hanjiang nodded seriously: "The deputy gang leader is right. Attacking Xuehua Palace by force will indeed do more harm than good."
Yan Fengyun was delighted: "Did the gang leader agree to return to the Central Plains?"
"No," Lu Hanjiang shook his head and said seriously: "What I mean is that for the benefit of the Beggar Clan, we must think of a perfect strategy."
Yan Fengyun's face stiffened, and his tone was low: "We are not in the right place at the right time and the right place. Does the gang leader have any strategies to defeat the enemy?"
"The time and place are not favorable, but we still have harmony."
Lu Hanjiang raised his hand and poured a cup of tea for Yan Fengyun: "The deputy gang leader came all the way, didn't he just come to offer me strategies to defeat the enemy? After all, all the strong fortresses in the world can be broken from the inside."
Yan Fengyun was stunned. He was not stupid. From these words, he immediately thought of the pass. His face suddenly darkened: "What do you mean by the gang leader's words? Please explain clearly."
"Why do you have to pretend to be stupid, Deputy Gang Leader? I know that you have a close relationship with the Xuehua Palace - ah, no, it should be that you have stooped down to make friends with that witch. If you can persuade her to abandon the secret and turn to the light, it will be a great achievement."
Lu Hanjiang looked at Yan Fengyun, but his words were addressed to his companion Linglong. When he caught a glimpse of the wavering flash in the girl's eyes, he smiled happily.
