The hall was eerily quiet.
These stories about Cifeng were so rare that everyone listened to them with great concentration.
Although Cifeng described it in a straightforward manner, it did not prevent everyone from hearing the pain in his heart. It is conceivable that the tsunami was his lifelong nightmare.
But not many of you here have ever seen a big wave, let alone a tsunami.
Without similar experiences, it would be difficult to empathize with him, but unknowingly, the eyes they looked at Cifeng were less angry and more compassionate.
Perhaps only when faced with such irresistible forces as nature can people's hearts break down barriers and get closer to each other.
Cifeng paused for a moment, collected himself, and then continued.
“When I woke up, I was rescued by the Red Cult.
They said they found me on the rocks and no one else was found.
After the Red Sect learned about my situation, they called me a lucky one and brought me to Zhongzhou.
They gave me a dock job so I could support myself.
But it was too close to the sea, and I could hear and see the ebb and flow of the tide every day, which always reminded me of the tsunami.
During that time, I couldn't eat or sleep well.
In the end, I chose to leave and go deeper into Zhongzhou to help my mother see the land she longed for.
During this journey, I discovered that Zhongzhou is not necessarily that rich.
It's just that the people here are not willing to admit defeat. They will try their best to adapt to the environment with their own hands and wisdom.
If the land is too tidal, then build stilt houses.
If it rains all the year round, then make the roof a slope.
I still haven’t figured out how to prevent tsunamis and solve farming problems in my hometown.
But at least I understand that I can rely on weaving and kang to survive the harsh winter.
So, I also know that only my hometown is always the most beautiful.
It's a pity that I never had the chance to take a look. "
Speaking of this, Cifeng's eyes flashed with regret for a moment, but they were soon filled with hope and joy.
“Perhaps I am really a rare lucky person among all the misfortunes.
It was at that time that I met General Shi.
He made me feel that the children of Jianghu are at home in the world.
I felt comfortable talking to him and getting along with him easily. Being helpless and without any ties, I recognized this person at that time and decided to follow him forever.
Joining the military camp was for him.
Fortunately, General Shi also treated me differently.
Not only did he take me under his wing, he treated me as his own.
I also found a real sense of home.
Later, the Japanese teamed up with Wala and several small states to invade Zhongzhou..."
Cifeng did not continue because Luo Piaoling knew what happened next.
Xue Qinghuan calmed down her thoughts and asked: "In other words, General Shi knows that you are Japanese?"
Cifeng said: "I know. When we first met by chance, I was catching a fish from the stream and preparing to slice it into pieces and eat it raw. The general was well-informed and knew that this eating method had been eliminated in Zhongzhou for a long time, so he asked me specifically in private. .”
Xue Qinghuan glanced at Luo Piaoling and thought to herself: "Among the survivors of Shi Mansion today, Cifeng is indeed older. It is understandable that the younger generations like Luo Piaoling do not know about Cifeng's past."
As if he knew that everyone would make assumptions, Cifeng added: "However, only General Shi in the Shi Mansion knows my identity."
Xue Qinghuan said: "General Shi also went out of his way to help you hide it?"
Cifeng nodded and said: "At the beginning of the war, General Shi talked to me and asked me to avoid the battle, but I made it clear that I was willing to shed blood and die for Zhongzhou to resist foreign aggression, even if the enemy was from my hometown. General Shi originally There was some hesitation, but in the end I was allowed to participate in that battle. After more than three years of war, the hatred of Japanese people in Zhongzhou reached an unprecedented peak. General Shi was worried that my Japanese identity would be known. , firstly, it was difficult to gain authority in the army, and secondly, he was worried about his life, so he decided to help me keep this secret forever."
Xue Qinghuan sighed and said, "General Shi has not broken his promise."
Cifeng raised his head slightly and looked at the lights high up. The fire was tall and bright, just like the most important guide in his life, burning himself and illuminating others.
Cifeng solemnly said: "No, the general has given me kindness and reincarnation, and he is my Cifeng's reborn parent!"
Yu Le suddenly said: "The Red Sect didn't reveal your identity either."
Cifeng smiled bitterly and said, "After all, I'm just a nobody, they won't pay attention to me."
Yu Le said: "No, no, as long as they know this, you are still valuable."
Cifeng remained silent, but it was his acquiescence.
Yu Le immediately said: "The Red Clothes Sect is also kind to you."
Cifeng said: "Life-saving grace."
Yu Le said: "So, when the Red Sect comes to you, will you repay the favor?"
Cifeng said: "Yes."
By this time, everyone also understood the general situation of this betrayal drama, but they didn't know how to judge Cifeng's actions.
Some people may think that the details behind are unimportant, but some people must ask clearly.
Xue Qinghuan said: "Is it also the Red Sect who came to you this time?"
"Yes." Cifeng forced a smile, looked at Ruan Gu and Weiwei, and continued, "I thought that taking them for a walk on the green waters, green mountains and field paths would help them relax, but unexpectedly, after they just left Jiangning County, Soon, he was targeted.”
Xue Qinghuan said: "What does the Red Clothes Sect want you to do?"
Cifeng said: "Making banker transactions."
Xue Qinghuan said: "What deal?"
Cifeng said: "We will also send them a message about what we are doing. If there is any trace of the deputy master, let them know in time."
Xue Qinghuan knew that what Cifeng said was related to Tingyu Pavilion, so she didn't intend to ask in detail and said, "What benefits did they promise you?"
Cifeng said: "Don't attack Xiaowei and Xiaoruan along the way."
Xue Qinghuan was speechless for a while, and then said: "This is a threat!"
Cifeng said: "But I can only agree."
Everyone couldn't help but be startled when they heard the words. People in the world can't help themselves. This is the case. When faced with threats to those close to them, if they still have feelings in their hearts, they have no other choice.
This time, Ruan Gu couldn't hold back the tears in his eyes and burst into tears.
He also understood why Cifeng said he failed to protect them and apologized to him.
Xue Qinghuan said: "However, the clues Brother Ci gave to the Red Sect seem to be extremely limited, especially regarding the Xunfeng Valley."
Cifeng said: "After all, I was already with the deputy pavilion master at that time. If the information is a little simpler, they can understand the difficulty."
Xue Qinghuan said: "Even if they are really attracted, you must have other plans, right?"
Cifeng cast a grateful look at Xue Qinghuan and said, "At least, I won't let anyone fall before me."
Yu Le chuckled and said, "It's a pity that those idiots from the Red Clothes Sect didn't follow. It was us who did."
Cifeng said: "At least everyone is still in peace now."
Yu Le said: "That's good, but I'm still wondering, why did you still follow the trick even though you knew that the black charcoal strip was a trick?"
Cifeng said: "Xiao Luo is indeed very smart, but he is someone I have seen since childhood, so I can naturally see some of his thoughts. I understand that he wants to use this to prove that there is no spy in our pavilion. Put these It's all because of you spreading rumors, but I can no longer deceive myself."
Xiao Luo, Luo Piaoling has not heard this name for a long time. Now it still sounds so friendly, but it is so far away. Maybe she will never hear it again in the future.
Luo Piaoling stopped pouring wine. His eyes were red and he stared at Cifeng.
Cifeng also looked back at him.
The drunkenness did not disrupt Luo Piaoling's judgment, but the pain in his mind made him more sober.
He could easily see that those eyes were full of blessings. He didn't expect that Cifeng had already made his decision. Now, there was only one last question left in his mind.
Luo Piaoling said: "I have one last question."
Cifeng seemed to be waiting for Luo Piaoling to speak, and he replied: "You tell me."
Luo Piaoling said: "Before that night at Shi Mansion, did the Red Sect look for you?"
"Yes." Cifeng said frankly. He naturally knew that the night Luo Piaoling was referring to was the night when Shifu was attacked. He went on to explain, "It's just that that happened two years ago. In those two years, they They came to me twice, but I refused their invitation on the grounds that everyone was their own master. Maybe at that time, apart from my identity as a Japanese, they could no longer control any of my lifeblood, so there was no use in forcing them. Unexpectedly, Later, they will unite with other gangs to attack Shifu."
Seeing that Luo Piaoling didn't respond, Cifeng added, "Xiao Luo, this may be the last time I call you Xiao Luo. Do you believe me?"
Luo Piaoling slowly closed her eyes and said: "Believe!"
Cifeng smiled very stiffly.
He seemed to have gone back to more than 20 years ago, when he was at a loss when facing four or five children and could only laugh awkwardly and stiffly.
It was not until he gradually became familiar with these children that he discovered their cuteness and gradually took care of them as his own children.
Xue Qinghuan said: "Even if the truth is like this, it can be summed up in just four words 'extenuating circumstances'. I think Mr. Luo has no intention of pursuing it further. Don't you, brother-in-law, intend to turn around and give up?"
Cifeng smiled and shook his head, saying, "I can't go back. I have committed many sins along the way."
Xue Qinghuan was stunned for a moment, and then she understood the meaning of Cifeng's words. She thought that there would be many demands made on the way to the Red Sect.
Yu Le smiled and said: "It seems that Brother Cifeng has no intention of surviving? I am curious, what kind of death method have you prepared for yourself?"
Cifeng smiled back and said: "I have finally repaid the kindness of the Red Clothes Sect. I still owe a little to the Shi Mansion. Mr. Yu has repeatedly provoked our Deputy Pavilion Master, and the Deputy Pavilion Master did not expect it. But, But I don’t plan to let you go!”
Yu Le smiled even more happily and said: "Hey, I have no plans to leave Liuhe Building tonight. Is Brother Cifeng going to do something here?"
Cifeng said: "Shifu Erlang, you can only die standing up, not kneeling down! Since there is no chance to go to the battlefield to fight, I heard that Mr. Yu has become more powerful in recent years, and this Liuhe Tower is also Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, so it is just right for him. I’ll try the shades!”
