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Time is either fast or slow. In the blink of an eye, two more days have passed.
I woke up early that morning, carrying the weapon box on my back, and was about to go to the martial arts training ground to practice various moves and routines, but I happened to see the usually taciturn old Hu chatting with an aunt by the vegetable garden outside the yard.
That is...
Weiming immediately became interested. Could it be that he was an admirer of Lao Hu from a nearby village?
Thinking like this, Weiming quietly walked over, and happened to hear the aunt say with gratitude: ...Who didn't know that you are here, and you have helped us block so many things for decades, and everyone doesn't know how to thank you! We really can’t come up with anything good, so we can only give you this.
As the aunt spoke, she pushed a large basket to Lao Hu, which contained various fruits and vegetables, as well as dozens of eggs and some salted fish and bacon.
After seeing Lao Hu take it, the aunt immediately showed a smile, then took out a casserole and handed it over, and said at the same time:
And this pot of soup, I made it specially for you. You guys can eat it together, so you’re welcome.
The aunt said this, but Weiming looked at it from a distance. Although the casserole was not small, it was only enough for two or three people at most. Thinking about Lao Hu's usual appetite, Weiming felt that he seemed to understand something, and his face He couldn't help but show a look of understanding.
At this time, Lao Hu was silent for a while. In the end, he couldn't resist the expectant look of the aunt, so he had to reach out and take it, and said politely: Thank you very much, aunt.
Hehehe, the aunt smiled heartily and said, "I'll go back then. You must come to our village to have a look when you have time."
After saying that, the aunt looked at Lao Hu reluctantly, then turned and left.
When Weiming saw his aunt leaving, he also walked out, with a bit of teasing, he said with a smile: Hahaha, Lao Hu, you have a pretty good rapport with women! There is also an aunt who comes to deliver things. It’s good to be handsome!
Lao Hu was not surprised by Wei Ming's appearance when he arrived. In fact, Lao Hu had already discovered Wei Ming not long after he approached.
The third young master made fun of Lao Hu and smiled slightly, and explained modestly: "The master has lived in seclusion here for many years. Occasionally, robbers and bandits come to plunder the village, so we will help to deal with them. Unknowingly, we have become harmonious with the villagers." At the same time, we take it as our duty to be chivalrous and righteous, and we have done many righteous deeds, which are spread to hundreds of people. Sometimes the nearby government will entrust us in Xiaoyao Valley to help solve some problems and pay enough remuneration.
That's it, I said, how come the master always has money to buy new pens, inks, paper and inkstones, and also gives us pocket money from time to time? Wei Ming said with a sudden look on his face.
Of course, part of this is pretending. Weiming has actually known about this for a long time, but his understanding is not deep. As for the memories of playing games in his previous life, Weiming has forgotten many of them, and he only remembers some general information. .
At this time, I heard Lao Hu continue to explain: In fact, all the sects and sects in the world are like this. Think about it, Third Young Master, when we establish a sect, we will inevitably occupy some land. If there are sects like Wudang Shaolin, even more He has an entire mountain of land as his inheritance, and there are hundreds of disciples.
In addition to food, we also need to purchase weapons, clothes and other supplies from time to time. So how do we earn so much property to feed our disciples and maintain our foundation?
How to earn? After hearing Lao Hu's key point, Wei Ming took advantage of the situation and asked.
The way a sect makes money is to recruit disciples and earn tuition fees. If the sect has enough land, it will distribute the land to tenants and collect tenant rent. Furthermore, it can protect nearby Baixin and help the government handle some matters.
Wu Wei nodded clearly, thinking that it was indeed the case. Basically, no matter how big or small the sects in the martial arts world were, even if they were in a downer state, they all had some industries of their own, such as the Wild Fist Sect in Luoyang. Don't look at it now. The father and daughter are left, but they also have their own business, well, that is the ring next to the blacksmith shop in Luoyang.
While Wei Ming was thinking, Lao Hu next to him seemed to have opened a chat box and continued to talk non-stop:
Why are there rivers and lakes? What about those of us in the world? It is because there are so many lawless people in the world and most of the people are unable to resist. For various reasons, the government also
It is impossible to properly protect all people. This gives us the space to act chivalrously and do our best.
At this point, Lao Hu took a breath and continued: In fact, this is also a kind of mutual benefit. We protect the people, and the people are grateful to us and be friendly to us; and if the government gets our help and has a good relationship with us, it will not Too much interference in our actions.
I see. So, today's martial arts sects are somewhat similar to the aristocratic families in the Southern and Northern Dynasties! Wei Ming said with some emotion.
Although Lao Hu said it was quite complicated, in fact the real situation may be much more complicated than what Lao Hu said.
When Lao Hu heard Wei Ming's sigh, he nodded in agreement and said: The third young master is right. Today's sect is like a private school merging with Wubao. We occupy an area to establish the sect, open the door to teach disciples, and protect the sect with force. , and also protect the people around you. We are not under the jurisdiction of the government, but we often cooperate with them. Even today, many famous sects and families evolved from Wubao.
Well that’s it!
Weiming nodded, and then looked at Lao Hu with admiration. You know so much! Lao Hu
Lao Hu smiled nonchalantly and said, "Haha, it's just a matter of family background!"
Family origins?
Wei Ming was about to ask, but he heard Lao Hu Lao Hu say: It's getting late, Lao Hu should go to work. If there is a chance, I will talk to the third young master in detail.
After saying that, Lao Hu nodded to Weiming, turned around, picked up the basket and the still-warm casserole on the floor, and walked to the kitchen.
Wei Ming looked at Lao Hu's back and smacked his lips with some unsatisfied thoughts. He thought: It seems that he has to find a suitable opportunity to have a drink with Lao Hu. Maybe he can learn his ancestral sword skills.
But after thinking about his current state again, Weiming thought about it and thought it would be better to wait a little longer! Otherwise, if Lao Hu goes drunk and goes crazy, I won't be able to stop him.
Thinking like this, Weiming looked at the sky. Although he had been talking to Lao Hu for so long, not much time had actually passed, less than two-quarters of an hour had passed, so Weiming turned around and walked back to the martial arts training ground.
As soon as he walked to the martial arts training ground, he met his senior brother Gu Yuexuan.
Good morning, senior brother! Weiming greeted with a smile.
Junior brother Ye Zaogu Yuexuan responded with a smile, then looked at the weapon box behind Weiming, his face suddenly changed, and he said:
Speaking of which, it’s been a while since I tested my junior brother’s martial arts. Why not take advantage of the moment and let my senior brother take a look at your recent results?
Weiming was slightly startled. Before he could reply, a thorn suddenly appeared from beside him and said directly:
Want to fight? Count me in!
Me me me and me! Then Wei Ziling appeared out of nowhere and said expectantly.
Well
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