The carrier pigeon carried Zhao Chujiong's death letter, crossed the mountains and skimmed the water, flew all the way north, and arrived deep in the jungle of Longwang Mountain. Suddenly I saw my long-lost companions playing together, folded their wings and landed, blending into the flock of pigeons. Just as he was about to peck at something to fill his crop, he was caught by a man in gray clothes who walked over and took away the mailbox tied to his leg. The mission was accomplished.
The man in gray clothes walked into the south-facing room holding the letterbox and handed the letterbox to an elder whose hair was nearly half gray.
The elder took out the note from the mailbox, and his eyes suddenly became filled with sadness, which he could not let go for a long time. After sighing, he put the note back in the mailbox, quickly walked out of the room, hurried out of the yard, and strode to the door of a small and elegant building a few hundred steps away. After a moment of silence, he left. Entering the hall, he saw Zhao Mingxiu sitting on a high throne. He came forward and knelt down on one knee. He raised the letter tube with both hands and said sadly: "My lord, there is a letter from the south."
Zhao Mingxiu walked down from his seat, took the mailbox, took out the note and looked at it, his face immediately stiffened, and he said miserably: "How could this happen?" Then he saw him turn around and walk up to the high position, sitting down limply. On the throne, he repeated the words "How could this happen?" several times, which made other people in the hall feel frightened.
The elder stood up and said sincerely: "Lord, such a great hatred must be repaid with blood. It must be repaid with blood!"
For Zhao Mingxiu, as a father, after hearing the tragic news of his son's tragic death, it is only human nature to think of revenge in order to comfort his son's spirit in heaven. I saw him crying unconsciously: "Yes! I must pay for it with blood."
Others didn't know the reason, but they saw Zhao Mingxiu's tears flowing freely, getting longer and thicker, as if he was really grief-stricken, as if his liver and intestines were really broken, as if he was really going to die. Then, he felt the same, and said sadly: "It must be repaid with blood."
Seeing that Zhao Mingxiu's eyes were confused, as if he didn't know what to do next, the elder reminded him kindly: "Master, if you want to take revenge, now is an unprecedented opportunity. The young master was killed, and all his subordinates were devastated. , no fear of life or death. And those people who are seeking to betray others have not gathered together yet. As long as they attack them head-on, they will be able to defeat them one by one, and they will be relieved of their hatred."
Only then did the others understand, and they bowed together and said: "Fight head-on, defeat them one by one, my lord will make a clear decision."
Although Zhao Mingxiu was old, he was not confused. He sat upright and said, "Old Wu, if four to five hundred people come out in full force, will it disturb the government and the people along the way?"
The elder surnamed Wu said: "My lord, Chao Jiaonan and the others divided their troops into three groups to go north in order not to alarm the government or disturb the people. Not only can we follow suit, but we can also do better. When we set off, we broke into pieces and quietly Head south silently. When you reach your destination, break it into pieces and catch them by surprise."
Others echoed in unison: "Master, Elder Wu's plan is very good."
Zhao Mingxiu said: "Old Wu, have you thought about where to gather?"
The elder surnamed Wu replied: "The news from the south has never stopped. After many deductions, it is a certainty that the left troops led by Xie Mubai will pass through Pingyao. There will be no deviation. As long as we arrive before them. If you are prepared here, you will be able to catch them off guard and wipe them out in one fell swoop."
Zhao Mingxiu said: "If you are so sure, why didn't you tell my Jiong'er before?" He seemed to be reproaching.
The elder surnamed Wu quickly lowered his head, bowed, clasped his fists, and said: "Reporting to the master, my subordinates have already informed the young master three times. Seeing that he is getting more and more annoyed by listening, I have no choice but to be a sensible person. After all, he is the master, and only His subordinates were forced to listen to him, but he was not forced to listen to his subordinates. Besides, you also know..." He stopped talking.
Zhao Mingxiu said: "What do you know?"
The elder surnamed Wu said: "For a woman, my fourth brother was young and ignorant and didn't know how to give in, so he owed the young master. If it weren't for the master, you still have some use for my brother and came forward to intercede, I'm afraid that the four of my brothers The young master has long kicked him out of the Dragon Slaying Club. Over the years, the young master has never let go of the old grudges, so how can he easily listen to the opinions of his subordinates." He then bowed and said, "My subordinates failed to let the young master know that good advice is harsh to the ears. The subordinates are guilty and please be punished by the lord."
Zhao Mingxiu felt sad and sighed: "My Jiong'er is doing well in everything, but he can't let go of the past, so he deserves this disaster."
The three of them bowed and said in unison: "Thank you, Lord, for showing kindness to my eldest brother."
Although Zhao Mingxiu wanted to dominate the martial arts world, he brought trouble to the world and was full of bad karma. But when we treat our own people, we are by no means indifferent to reason and right from wrong. When Zhao Chujiong died, he had no intention of venting his anger on others, so how could he express mercy? Facing the thank-you gifts from the three Wu brothers, I turned a blind eye, listened but didn't hear them, and treated them indifferently. I didn't underestimate myself or others. It was just right.
Seeing that Zhao Mingxiu was not driven mad by hatred and punishing himself, Boss Wu began to worry wholeheartedly about the future of the Dragon Slaying Association, and said loudly: "My lord, this time heroes from all walks of life in the martial arts gathered together, and the alliance was successful. Come and join the lord for a fight." The enemy. If my lord can defeat him in one fell swoop, and then use kindness and power at the same time, not only can the crisis be eliminated, but it might also be a God-given opportunity to unify the world."
When other people heard that the ambition to unify the world was expected to be realized, their hearts beat loudly, their blood boiled, and they all cheered: "A saint in the martial arts world, with civilized martial arts, unification of the world, and lasting achievements."
Zhao Mingxiu actually knew very well in his heart that only by working together and working hard in one place can he defeat the enemy and avenge himself. When I heard the cheers in the main hall, they were one and the same, just like the endless mountains and rivers. I am in you and you are in me. We are dependent on each other and connected with each other. The long-lost interest aroused. Unconsciously walking away from the grief, he stood up and said: "Everyone, my Jiong'er was killed by Xie Mubai and others. As a father, I, Zhao Mingxiu, should avenge him. I hope you will take into consideration the friendship that you have worked with my Jiong'er for many years. Come on, help me avenge my great revenge. I, Zhao Mingxiu, would like to express my thanks in advance."
Everyone felt sad and shouted in unison: "Blood debt must be paid with blood, revenge must be avenged."
Zhao Mingxiu cupped his fists and bowed deeply to everyone sitting down, and said with tears of gratitude: "Thank you all!"
Everyone bowed and returned the greeting: "I am willing to follow my lord and go through fire and water, even to the death."
Zhao Mingxiu said: "Brothers Wu follow orders."
The four Wu brothers said in unison: "My men are here."
Zhao Mingxiu said: "I order the four of you to lead the Wudetang congregation and go south today. You must find out the enemy's movements and report back in detail."
The four Wu brothers replied in unison: "I have the order."
Zhao Mingxiu said: "To avenge my grievances, Jiong'er, and to finally unify the martial arts world, go ahead!"
"Promise!" The four Wu brothers received the order, turned around and walked out of the hall, singing songs under their feet, extremely happy.
