Linghu Yuan didn't notice her presence and hurried on. The road was crowded, and the entourage behind them waved their whips to clear the way, and their attitude was quite rude. The pilgrims hurriedly found a way.
A scholar was unable to dodge and was almost hit by a horse. He stretched out his hand to grab the reins and blocked the way, "You are running rampant on the official road and disturbing the people. Aren't you afraid of the king's law?"
One of the followers was furious, whipped his head, and left a bloody mark on the scholar's arm, "My family members are all kings. If you don't let go, I will beat you to pieces and kill you!"
When the two were arguing, Yu Ye squeezed forward and said loudly: "In a peaceful and prosperous time, in a land of etiquette, if you allow your subordinates to commit crimes, aren't you afraid of being accused of bullying others?"
The pilgrims nearby also started to boo, "They are too domineering and bullying. We cannot let them go. Immortal Qifeng will bring disaster upon them."
The officer hurriedly smiled at everyone and handed over his hands, "I was lax in controlling my subordinates, and I bumped into you. Please forgive me!"
At this time, someone dismounted and gave the scholar a piece of silver, "I just offended you, so I should compensate you."
The scholar held the silver ingot with a joyful expression and stepped aside, watching these people leave.
The episode ended and Yuye left, still thinking about Linghuyuan. Judging from the direction he was traveling, it was nine times out of ten that he was going in the same direction as himself. What was the purpose of this man?
The scholar followed behind him with small steps. Yuye's face turned cold and he scolded softly: "See, you are also a well-educated and sensible person. How can you behave like this when you follow the slave family in broad daylight?"
"I just received help from the young lady, but I can't repay you..."
Yuye smiled and said: "It's a small effort, so it's nothing. You get some silver and you also teach the bad guys a lesson. It's the best of both worlds." She looked at the man up and down, not wanting to miss any small details.
"I am a native of Qingzhou. I went to Beijing to take the exam in the year of the competition. I lost my reputation in Sunshan and am unable to see my elders in my hometown. I want to follow the young lady to serve as my guide."
This reason was simply far-fetched, but Yuye agreed. "Looking at your snow-white skin, I'll call you Xiaobai!"
"My dear, Ye Xingfan..."
"Just call me Xiaobai, I will be happy!" Yuye said stubbornly.
The scholar had no choice but to agree. The two of them set out on the road together. In the town ahead, Yuye bought a horse for Xiaobai, bought some clothes, a green coat and a small hat, and turned into a servant.
It was noon, and we sat down in the restaurant. Yuye gave an order, "You have received an unexpected fortune. Quickly exchange it for wine and meat. After the wealth is gone, people will be happy."
Xiaobai took out the silver ingot, feeling reluctant to part with it. Yuye snatched it with his hands and threw it to the waiter, "You can come up with big fish and meat."
After a while, sumptuous and delicious food was put on the table, but Xiao Bai frowned and said, "I believe in Buddhism and cultivate my tongue, and I never eat meat or fish."
Yuye ate the food happily and ignored it. She told Xiaobai, "Such delicious food cannot be wasted. Go and beggar at the door."
When Xiaobai returned, his face was solemn, "All beggars are grateful for Miss's kindness. Xiaobai will remember your kindness in my heart."
Yuye laughed, "You may seem dull, but you are very good at talking. What a pistachio!"
There were laughter and laughter all the way forward, and Yuye didn't feel lonely. Overnight in Qingyan Town, less than five miles away from Linghu Family Qingniu Villa. It is said that when the family was at its peak, the smoke from alchemy curled up here, and the town got its name.
Qingyan Town is not large, but it is bustling and lively. The waiter in the shop was rushing back and forth, but he didn't forget to come over to strike up a conversation, "You two guests are also here to participate in the 'Double Fighting Party', right?"
Xiaobai swallowed the plain noodles and asked: "What is the 'Dou Dan Society'?"
"Five miles ahead is the Linghu family, which was conferred by the late Emperor as the 'Alchemy Sage'. They hold an 'Alchemy Fighting Meeting' every three years, inviting famous alchemy masters from all over the world to come and exchange appreciation. If you can be among the top three, you will not only get a thousand pieces of gold, but also You can also enter the palace, receive instructions from the head of the Linghu family, or become a disciple. This is a great honor for an alchemist."
The young man was eloquent and talked endlessly. Xiaobai asked quietly: "Miss, there is a mixed bag of fish and dragons here. You are not here to swim in the troubled waters, are you?"
"What are you talking about? I am also a master of alchemy. I will come out on top this time! Let me open your eyes first!" Yuye said, reaching into his arms and taking out a brocade box, and opened it gently, revealing the brilliance of golden pills inside. It radiated in all directions, causing everyone to look at each other in astonishment.
Xiaobai was shocked and said, "Miss, don't expose your wealth, be careful of being targeted by bad people."
A person next to him sneered: "It's gold and jade, but you still have the nerve to show it to show off!" The speaker was a middle-aged woman, a mature woman, her charm was still there, but her face was cold and her eyes were like daggers.
Yuye wasn't angry either. She put the box away and asked, "Auntie is also here to participate in the 'Double Dan Meeting'?"
The man snorted, "If I take action, even Linghu will have to be defeated. I won't even pay attention to you, a junior lady." She drained the wine in the pot, cast a contemptuous look, and turned away.
"Miss, please keep a low profile and don't make enemies." Xiaobai did not forget to teach her earnestly.
As the night fell, heroes from all walks of life gathered in groups to exchange cups and drinks. After drinking, they inevitably stirred up sectarian disputes and past grudges, and caused several minor incidents. It was not until the third watch that the town became quiet.
Jade leaves covered the curtains, used the "Wandering Soul Technique", and walked against the wind, and soon arrived at Qingniu Villa. The huge house is dormant in the mountain col, shrouded in green smoke, like mist, looking slightly eerie.
Someone had already arrived in the woods in front of the village and hid behind the boulders. Yuye didn't dare to get close and hid from a distance to peek.
"Commander, it seems that the security is not tight, we just happened to sneak in!"
"This is the appearance. The green smoke is the dense air exhaled by the blue bull statue. You will be noticed as soon as you enter the village."
While they were talking, someone came like the wind and bumped into them. The man's move was like lightning, and his emerald-green long sword was like a spirit snake spitting out a message. Ling Hu Yuan spread his sleeves and shook it open, "It turns out that this is the Tang Clan in Sichuan. There is no injustice or enmity, so why use a poisonous hand?"
That person was the woman who had argued with Yu Ye that night. She had a murderous look and attacked a few times without letting up on her words. "I, Tang Wan, have a heart of snakes and scorpions. If you want to compete with me for a share of the pie, you must die!"
"It turns out it's Tang Sanniang. We have something to discuss!" Linghu Yuan retreated while fighting.
When the snipe and the clam fight, it is the time to gain. Yuye used the power of his soul to stir up a strong wind, flying sand and rocks, and the scene was grand. Suddenly the village became alert, torches were lit, and everyone gathered here.
The soul of Jade Leaf took the opportunity to jump over the wall and disappeared into the green smoke. She had only been to Qingniu Villa once. It was a sad place and she was not familiar with it. The purpose of this trip is just to get familiar with the environment and prepare for emergencies.
Her soul wanders in the courtyard, and the thousand-year-old houses and pavilions are no different. At this time, someone rushed to report, "Young Master, there was a fight outside the village just now, and the surrounding trees were withered. It seems that it was caused by the 'Tangmen' Cuijian'."
Linghu Feng was so angry that he gritted his teeth, "The Tang Clan has some friendship with me, Linghu, so why does Tang Sanniang go against the trend and jump out to cause trouble? I really don't know what the heavens and the earth are!"
"Isn't this guy sentenced to face the wall for three years? How come he got out of jail so quickly?"
Yuye was confused and continued to wander. In the southwest adjacent to the mountain, there is a large cave, which is heavily guarded outside. It should be the "Jade Dragon Cave", where elixirs and important treasures are stored. She didn't dare to get close, she just silently remembered the number and location of the guards, and then quietly left.
Her soul wandered to the center of Zhuangzi, where the statue of a green bull caught her attention. The statue is more than ten feet high, looking up at the moon, extremely majestic. According to legend, Master Linghu admired Taishang Laojun, the immortal alchemist, and specially made his mount Qingniu Mingzhi, which has been passed down to this dynasty.
Yuye wanted to get closer to watch, but when she was still a foot away, Qingniu's eyes suddenly emitted red light, like two chains binding her soul, which was so powerful that she couldn't break free. At the same time, the green bull made a low cry, which was heard far away.
Suddenly, the villa was boiling, torches gathered, and it was as bright as day. Cheng Yuan reported: "The green bull has tied up a soul shadow, please let me know, young master!"
Linghu Feng sneered: "He is really a master. He can spy with his soul shadow and make him reveal himself first!"
Cheng Yuan waved and sprinkled white powder, and Yu Ye's struggling soul flickered in and out. "Still not honest? Get on the 'Red Lotus Fire' and warm him up."
Yu Ye secretly cried out, this guy is still vicious, and it would be hard to fall into his hands again.
Cheng Yuan took out the purple gold gourd. As soon as the flames started to rise, a gust of cold wind blew in his face. It was bone-chilling and reminded of the fear hidden in his heart. Someone screamed and ran away.
Linghu Feng's father's face inexplicably flashed before his eyes, his eyes like daggers, sending chills down his spine. He quickly raised his energy and let out a clear whistle to dispel the illusion, "What happened?"
When everyone looked again, Qingniu's eyes had dimmed and his soul was gone.
Let's talk about Jade Leaf. When the dark wind blew by, her thoughts instantly fell into nothingness. When she regained consciousness, her soul shape was already in the woods outside the village. She had no time to think and quickly left the place of right and wrong. She ran all the way and fled back to the inn.
"Who saved me with such great magical power?" Yu Ye stayed up all night, thinking to no avail.
When I woke up the next morning, I felt dazed and exhausted. Xiaobai stepped forward eagerly to say hello, "Miss, heroes from all walks of life are going to pay homage to the mountain. The preliminary selection for the 'Dou Dan Club' has already begun."
The two set off in a hurry, and when the sun rose, a long queue had already formed in front of Qingniu Villa. Xiaobai pushed his way to the front and returned after a while to report: "Miss, Young Master Linghu personally greeted you at the mountain gate. He said it was to welcome guests, but in fact it was a preliminary election. The low-quality ones have no chance of entering the village."
When she arrived at Yuye, she opened the brocade box with her delicate hands. The brilliance shone brightly, attracting everyone's attention and admiration. Linghu Feng smiled and let people lead her inside.
Many people have gathered in the hall, whispering to each other in twos and threes. Tang Wan looked at Yu Ye and gave her a charming look, "Congratulations, little sister, for passing the first level!"
She flicked her long sleeves, and the fragrant wind blew past the tip of Jade Leaf's nose. Yuye greeted her with a smile, then looked around everyone, and sure enough he found Linghuyuan's figure.
Xiaobai followed her closely, suddenly looking shocked, "Miss, what's wrong with your face?"
The people nearby looked sideways and let out a series of screams. Yu Ye hurried to the side of the hall, where there was a floor-to-ceiling bronze mirror. After looking at it, he was shocked. It turned out that his face was as pink and white as jade, covered with red scales, and the color was like Blood, very scary...
