In early spring, the mountain flowers were in full bloom, colorful and the scenery was pleasant. The group got off the carriage and walked up the stone steps. The Sword-making Villa was right in front of them.
Huo Yunqi and his disciples had their own thoughts along the way. When they arrived at the villa, they could finally breathe a sigh of relief. On the contrary, Lu Hanjiang was leisurely enjoying the scenery of various mountains and rivers.
At three o'clock in the morning, everyone walked along the stone steps to the mountainside, where the main entrance of Zhujian Villa was located. Two huge stone pillars stood on both sides of the gate, with various famous swords carved on them, which were majestic and extraordinary.
Looking directly at the facade of Zhujian Villa, Wangjian Tower is in front. The square in front of the door where everyone is sitting is huge. At the end of the square is the stone staircase, which is more than ten steps high. The main building is behind it.
Wangjian Tower, leaning against the mountains and surrounded by forests, is like a sword rising into the sky. It is majestic and majestic. There are more than ten disciples standing on the stone steps in front and on the stone platforms on both sides. They are wearing white clothes and holding long swords, and they look heroic.
"Brother Lu, please."
Huo Yunqi personally led the way for Lu Hanjiang and the others. Although he showed kindness, he was not flattering. The date of the sword tasting competition was approaching. At this time, many Jianghu guests had gathered at the Sword Forging Villa. His actions naturally attracted everyone's attention. look.
"Master Huo is back. Who is he? The master can welcome him in person?"
"Look, it's a dog-beating stick. That man is the leader of the Beggar Clan!"
The Beggar Clan's dog-beating stick is very recognizable. Although many people have never seen Lu Hanjiang with their own eyes, judging from various rumors and this conspicuous token, they quickly confirmed Lu Hanjiang's identity.
"Brother Huo, you're welcome, please."
Lu Hanjiang and Huo Yun exchanged polite greetings. They walked through the square under the gate together and entered the Wangjian Tower. As soon as they stepped inside, they attracted everyone's attention again.
Wangjian Tower was originally a place used to entertain guests. In addition to the Beggar Clan, representatives from other major factions in the world were also here. At this time, Lu Hanjiang arrived, and the originally lively atmosphere suddenly became much quieter.
At this time, guests from all walks of life in Zhujian Villa have almost arrived. Among the major sects in Jianghu, except for Wudang who rejected the invitation, most of the others who accepted the invitation are also in the building at this moment, such as the North and South Shaolin, and For example, the Five Mountains Sword Sect.
Seeing the appearance of the leader of the Beggar Clan, Taoist Master Tianfeng of the Hengshan Sect sneered and immediately called the disciples to leave: "It turns out that the leader of the Beggar Clan is here, let's go!"
The Beggar Clan had arranged the execution of Chi Cangping with the Five Mountains Sword Sect. Everyone knew about this matter. Tianfeng was just pretending not to be aware of the grievances at the moment, and they were all brought to the surface.
However, although Tianfeng spoke coolly, he only took away his disciples from Hengshan, and the other four sects did not obey his orders.
This is also expected. When the Wuyue Mountains suffered a disaster, Taoist Master Tianfeng stepped forward, carried the banner in times of crisis, and led the disciples of the Five Mountains to go to Wudang Mountain to seek justice. Everyone admired him.
But now and then, the disaster in the Five Mountains has been solved. Although they have to stay together because their strength has been greatly weakened, but because of this, everyone has other views on Taoist Tianfeng.
When he was in a hurry, he led everyone to speak out, which is indeed admirable. But when the crisis is over, if they really want to worship him as the leader of the Five Mountains Alliance, then everyone will not be happy. Apart from other things, how did Ye Ming suffer at the Five Mountains Conference? Injured, the Songshan sect was the first to refuse. …
Tianfeng was angry and embarrassed. He expected that it would be impossible for all the Five Mountains Sword Sect to obey him, but he did not expect that the other party would not even do superficial things.
"snort!"
Swinging his sleeves and robe heavily, Tianfeng strode out of the main hall.
The remaining Wuyue disciples ignored Tianfeng and turned a blind eye to Lu Hanjiang, as if they were strangers.
At this time, several elders of the Beggar Clan also came forward to pay their respects. The leader was Elder Qi: "I've met the leader of the sect."
With a respectful attitude and a sincere look, everyone could see how powerful the leader of the Seventeenth Gang was in the Beggar Clan, but Huo Yunqi had heard Lu Hanjiang's "complaints", so he only thought that these people were really sanctimonious.
Huo Yunqi was disdainful in his heart, but he didn't show it on the surface. He said to Lu Hanjiang: "Brother Lu, please forgive me, we have to come back earlier than expected this time. Uncle, he didn't get the news in advance and failed to greet us. It's really a neglect." ”
"Brother Huo's words are too outrageous." Lu Hanjiang waved his hand.
"Brother Lu, please wait a moment and let me report to uncle."
After Huo Yunqi said that, he left. Before leaving, he did not forget to ask Manager Zhang to make arrangements for the Beggars Clan. This scene was seen by the surrounding Jianghu guests, and they all felt that the Sword Making Villa valued the Beggars Clan.
After Huo Yunqi left, Lu Hanjiang took the others back to the residence prepared for them at Zhujian Villa.
Shangluo couldn't bear to sit there and insisted on going out to take a look, so Lu Hanjiang asked several elders to bring some disciples to follow her.
Regarding her safety, there is no need to worry about her safety in Zhujian Villa. As long as she does not use force, there is little chance of being exposed. Although she also disguised herself during the Five Sacred Mountains Conference, there is nothing she can do about martial arts. hidden.
Yongle was probably tired from climbing the stairs. After all, she was an ordinary person, and it was really hard for her to climb up to the Sword-making Villa halfway up the mountain, so she didn't go crazy with Shangluo and went back to her room to rest.
This also made Lu Hanjiang feel at ease. Although he arranged for Jin Yiwei to ambush him, the number arranged in the villa was extremely limited in order not to alert others.
"Gang leader."
After Elder Qi retreated, he whispered to Lu Hanjiang: "There is something we need to let the gang leader know. Before you arrived a few days ago, Zhujian Villa sent someone to tell us that they intended to sell several of Jiangnan's properties. Property."
"Well, Master Huo Shao also told this matter to me."
Huo Yunqi is a person who can't keep his words. After getting along with him for a few days, Lu Hanjiang revealed all the details of Zhujian Villa in just a few words. He was frugal and treated himself harshly, but he fed outsiders with big fish and meat. Unexpectedly, in the world, There is such a strange thing.
If the owner of the village, Huo Tianya, is not a complete idiot, then he has other plans, and the plans are so big that Huo Tianya would rather ruin the foundation of Zhujian Villa than choose to do this.
"Gang Leader, how should we respond?" Elder Qi asked.
"Don't rush, let's talk slowly with them first, and wait until I know their background."
This thing is indeed strange, and Lu Hanjiang also plans to see what kind of medicine is sold in the gourd of Zhujian Villa.
While he was talking, a figure suddenly appeared outside the door. It was a woman wearing a veil. Elder Qi's expression changed, and he immediately struck out with a palm, and at the same time shouted: "Who is it?"
But before the force of the palm fell, the path was blocked by the dog-beating stick in Lu Hanjiang's hand, leaving only a residual wind of the palm that blew away the veil on the woman's face, revealing a face that could be called a disaster. .
Elder Qi was startled, but then he heard Lu Hanjiang say: "It's none of your business, stand down."
"This is it, disciple, please retire." Elder Qi was stunned for a moment, did not dare to say anything, and quickly withdrew.
After Elder Qi left, Lu Hanjiang said, "You are back. Did everything go smoothly?"
