In front of the Hejian Tower, a sudden loud shout pierced the air, causing many people to tremble and their bodies to tremble.
Looking at the well-dressed young man, his back as straight as the green bamboo in the mountain stream, running straight up to the sky, at this moment, even some prominent figures in M County, the wealthy family felt a sense of fear deep in their hearts.
Earth-shattering!
Ranked 90th on the Dragon and Tiger List, the madman crossing the river cuts through all four levels with his sword.
If this person wasn't in Youzhou, when did he come to Jizhou again?
"Not only Fan Tiankun, but also this one, who is also among the top 100 on the Dragon and Tiger List!"
At this time, many people also reacted, widened their eyes, and looked at the figure wearing student robes next to the head of the Zhang family.
In Jizhou, only formal disciples of Jizhou Academy can wear such clothes, and their beards and hair are red, they carry broad swords on their backs, they are full of energy, and there is a "Liu" character on their sleeves, which is obviously rare among the younger generation. Outstanding person, No. 95 on the Dragon and Tiger List, Tianri Sword, Liu Yang!
Successful Liu family, Jizhou student, Tianri Sword!
Two dragons and tigers meet in the river!
At this moment, the whole Hejian Tower was boiling. What day is it today? Two of the top 100 dragons and tigers have arrived!
"The master, the master that I miss so much, may not be able to see him even once in ten years!"
Especially some young casual cultivators who have been in the martial arts world just to learn a skill and become famous. Now when they see young masters like Fan Tiankun and Tianri Sword, their hearts surge and they can't control themselves.
"Heavenly Sword? Which heaven is this and which day is it?
It's just unfortunate that a certain person has always been in trouble. If the sky is overturned, how can the lonely sun survive? "
Xiang Ji stood tall and straight, slowly opened the lid of the tea and took a sip, showing an inexplicable smile.
As soon as these words came out, the onlookers around them looked at each other strangely. The names of the two people seemed to have some contradictory meanings. One was the Tianri Sword and the other was Fan Tiankun. What's more, they both used knives. It doesn't make sense to compare them to each other.
"You stole my opportunity, humiliated my servant and made him kneel down, and now you are uttering arrogant words. Are you provoking me? Or do you think that by killing a fourth level martial artist, you can really be superior to us? How can this matter to a hundred people? It is not difficult for people above the rank.
To be honest, I'm very curious about how you can surpass me with this record. I haven't looked at the Dragon and Tiger rankings yet, I just listened to people's gossips. Today may be the opportunity to verify it. "
Liu Yang has a tall and straight posture. Although he speaks fiercely, he always only relies on himself as a support and never uses the influence of Jizhou Academy and his family to have his own arrogance.
At this moment, his eyes were very sharp, containing an astonishing edge. Wherever his eyes passed, almost no one dared to look directly at them and avoided them.
As soon as he finished speaking, the Tianri Sword's eyes fell on Xiang Ji.
Click!
The air between the two people suddenly erupted with a sharp explosion, and then turned into a shattering sound. It was the aftermath of the internal energy released and dissipated after the collision.
Ha, Xiang Ji's mouth was smiling, and his eyes were always strong and steady, like the unfathomable sea of the North Sea, where the waves rolled and all the strange phenomena disappeared.
And where their eyes met, there was energy released, turning into two colors of red and orange, twisted and intertwined. They were both fire energy, but they had different directions and differences. One was like a fire, spreading out and burning all things, and the other was like a fire. The scorching sun shines brightly in all directions, boiling and heating up the entire Hejian Tower, and the temperature continues to rise.
So hot! Many people screamed and backed away. Their exposed skin was red, and even the corners of their clothes were on fire for those who were close. They picked up kettles and sprinkled water to extinguish the fire. They retreated a full three feet away to cool down.
"Your idiot servant wants to use my sword to honor you without saying a word, and he also wants me to recognize the reality clearly and clarify the position between the grassroots and the aristocratic family. Tell me, what kind of reality should I recognize and what kind of position should I place? Clear what position?"
Xiang Ji glanced at the blue-shirted servant kneeling in front of him. In this guy's eyes, there was not only the joy and pride that his master came to support the occasion, but also a touch of resentment towards himself.
Some dogs refuse to obey. Confucianism has a saying that repaying a grievance directly is not about patience, but about using all your strength to protect your own interests from being infringed. Buddhism talks about karma, but it also emphasizes killing to protect lives and killing karma. Killing people, if this kind of thing is not eliminated, it will be a disaster if it is left.
Liu Yang, however, had a young boy's mind and was even unhappy when he saw the miserable state of his servants. He frowned and said, "Isn't it enough that he already clasped his hands and knelt down? It's time to let go of his anger. What's the point of such a big man arguing with a servant?" Besides, isn't the knife still there? You haven't lost anything, and you still mess with it like this. That's unreasonable."
Xiang Ji laughed when he heard this, sowing discord and confusing concepts in front of him. He was really a master at clearing away responsibilities. What does it mean to argue with a servant? What does it mean to lose nothing?
If he didn't have such force today and wasn't here, would the situation be the same? No, the knife will be taken away, and he will even be the one to apologize. This is a typical example of only looking at the results and not the process, favoring one's own people. It's a pity that he doesn't accept this, and it's even more pity that his current strength is overwhelming. Over everyone present!
Strength is reason, and strength is reason. He couldn't help but shake his head, "Just like a slave, there is a master. Be strict with others and be lenient with yourself."
Whether it is enough or not is not your decision, but mine.
Those who slapped his mouth were my followers. Their anger had subsided, but I had not.
But now, your attitude makes me very unhappy, and I feel unhappy. That's not enough. You put yourself in such a high position, yell at me, and treat me in a condescending manner. Why?
I am a fair person. I treat others the same way they treat me. If you are crazy, I will be crazier than you. If you are arrogant, I will be even more arrogant. Now, I have this capital, and you are ranked lower than me. Do you have any of the five descendants? "
you! Have it?
Just three words, but the whole Hejian Tower was silent for an instant.
Yes, that person is not an ordinary person, but the 90th person on the Dragon and Tiger List! How can you bow your head when you are so arrogant?
Many people held their breath, and even Zhang Feng couldn't help but change his expression. He looked at Liu Yang helplessly. He naturally understood the cause of the matter, but the Tianri Sword's handling methods were really not clever. , making him a little embarrassed.
"Shuzi is arrogant!"
Hearing this, Liu Yang's eyes darkened. He was not convinced by this ranking at all. He did not feel that he was weaker than others. In addition, he had succeeded in seclusion this time. He came out to walk with the intention of challenging the four parties to improve his ranking. Naturally, he A burst of fiery energy radiated out, crushing forward.
But this energy dissipated before it could get close. He couldn't pass the test between Qiuhuhu and the mountaineer. Xiang Ji remained unmoved and said calmly, "Liu Yang, watch your words. When we meet outside, you should call me Qingshou arrest." Chief, I am a county lieutenant. If you are so presumptuous, it is against etiquette and law, and you will be punished by the government."
Qingshou arrests the head? !
Even Zhang Feng was a little surprised now. He couldn't help but look up at Xiang Ji's waist, and sure enough he found a cyan official seal with the word "Zhui Feng" engraved on it!
It's really Qingshou, the same county captain with the power of arrest!
"See Qingshou catching the head!"
In an instant, there was a crowd of people around them saluting. Unlike the county lieutenants who handle cases and handle government affairs in the county government, various types of arrests travel around all year round to arrest bandits. Therefore, they have more contact with Jianghu people, and naturally have a stronger reputation and are the most feared.
With a slight sigh, Zhang Feng, the powerful man in the county, could only bow his hand and said, "Zhang Feng of the Zhang family has seen Qingshou arrest his head."
Xiang Ji nodded slightly and said nothing. He just raised his hand to show everyone not to be polite, and the place gradually became quiet.
What a turn of events! Seeing this scene, Liu Yang knew that he had lost again, and he couldn't help but feel awe-inspiring. He restrained his previous arrogance and casualness, and his expression became solemn. Now he represents not only himself, but also the family and academy behind him. He can't act recklessly. But the majesty cannot be violated.
"Liu Yang of the Academy has seen Qingshou arresting heads, and I have heard that Your Excellency is famous for his sword skills. I have also practiced swords since I was a child, but I am so happy to see that I am hunting. It is better to hit the sun than to choose a day. I would like to ask for advice on how to use the sword.
If the head catcher is willing to reward you with face, then you should treat it as a duel. If I win, you will return the sword manual, the gold leaf, and the Medicine King's catalog, and take the hundred-refined weapon as a bet. It makes sense.
If I lose, not only will the things belong to you, but the sharp weapon and long knife in my hand will also belong to you. These things will also be abandoned and will not affect others. "The clothes were rippling slightly, Liu Yang's eyes fell on Xiang Ji, and there was a vague and non-existent sword power lingering around him.
Although he is a bit impulsive and public, he is not a playboy. The family pays attention to cultivating elites, and the mediocre people find other livelihoods. They are very strict with the 'talented' children in the family, and martial arts practice does not allow for any sloppiness. We are all influenced by the world's sophistication. Although there are many people who are overbearing and unscrupulous, they also have a certain temper.
But it's different for servants. Unless it's a mansion with a strict family tradition, it's rare to be able to control the style and temperament of servants. Ninety percent of the time, they do one thing on the surface and another behind the scenes, ruining the family's reputation.
Hearing this, Xiang Ji took a sip, put down the tea cup, and chuckled, "It's good that it doesn't affect others. Unlike me, I don't attack lightly or severely. I kill them all without leaving any consequences."
But I think you have made a mistake. Firstly, the Yaowang Picture Book, Dao Manual, etc. are not yours, but belong to the Zhang family. Secondly, these things were stolen by Cao Shangfei, but were searched by me. No matter what point of view, you are not qualified to deal with the loot that comes out, and all you can pay is nothing more than a sharp weapon and a long knife, and the stakes are not equal.
Therefore, I will do a good deed and help you change your bet to... this servant. If you lose, I will only give him the knife. "
Um?
As soon as he said this, Liu Yang's eyes suddenly darkened. The Tianri Sword's face became not very pretty. There was an edge in his words. Was this a warning to him?
"Young master will never be weaker than you! You are just a commoner with better luck. How can you compare with a real aristocratic family if you are a grassroots person with little voice!"
But before he could break down his verbal attack and find a loophole to fight back, the blue-shirted servant shouted with his mouth swollen. He was very confident in his master, but he looked down on the common people.
Even in the eyes of such people, although they are just servants of aristocratic families, their status is countless times higher than that of ordinary people! Treat them like pariahs.
You are seeking death yourself, no wonder I... Xiang Ji glanced at him with a smile but not a smile. As soon as these words came out, Liu Yang had to agree even if he didn't want to.
Liu Yang also had a slightly dark complexion. He was dissatisfied and the servant had no choice but to say solemnly, "Just follow what the arrester said, Jizhou Academy, Tianri Sword Liu Yang, please ask for advice!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire Hejian Tower became extremely hot. Some of the casual cultivators suddenly blushed and regretted that they should not stay here. It was too depressing. The air became as thick as a swamp, making it difficult for them to breathe. Difficulty.
Looking at the high-spirited Tianri Sword, Xiang Ji remained calm. He turned around and said lightly, "Since you want to ask for advice so much, I will give you some advice."
Liu Yang's face twitched when he heard these words. He almost didn't curse out loud. His words were so unpleasant. He just said a few polite words and he really thought he was a senior expert. Want to give him some advice? joke!
Zheng!
In an instant, Liu Yang pulled out the long knife he was carrying on his back. The blade was four inches wide and four-thirds long. The blade was pitch black and engraved with golden patterns like the flowing clouds. The handle was made of mahogany mixed with gold. Casting, at this moment, the knife moved with his arm, and an astonishing hot force rushed towards Xiang Ji like a wave of flames, and an inch of orange light protruded from the tip of the knife.
The edge of the sword!
Boom! At this moment, the air shattered, and continuous waves appeared all around. Circles of orange fire were surging, washing in a ring from east to west, north to south, blocking all directions.
The Heavenly Sword Technique shines in all directions!
What a fiery swordsmanship! Everyone couldn't help but cover their eyes. The sword was swung like the sun shining all over the world. There was an illusion that it was everywhere, so they couldn't help but retreat and avoid it, for fear of being burned.
Facing this sword, Xiang Ji did not take action. He just looked at the boiling orange fire and the blade quietly. He did not take action until the two were within ten steps. He raised his right arm and held it in the palm of his hand. With this movement, It was as if the entire area where the warm sun was shining had collapsed, but the strong wind was only limited to the Hejian Tower and did not damage anything outside.
clang! The orange light paused, and the wind of the sword stopped. Liu Yang's expression suddenly changed, and he suddenly found that Xiang Ji's big hand of energy was pressing down, and the Tianri energy he had burst out was retreating! In the suppressed retreat!
Fan Tiankun's move looked ordinary, but it was accompanied by surging fire, directly pressing the air to collapse, producing dense white marks.
The most important thing is that with a flick of his virtual palm, a red sunburst of energy burst out and burned. It suddenly expanded from the size of a human head to half a person's height. Almost in an instant, it was crowded. The Tianri force exploded, forcing Kuodao to retreat continuously, making Liu Yang's eyes tremble, and an uncontrollable thought arose in his heart.
Vigor!
Constellation sequence!
"Qi! Are you already a ten-step martial artist?"
Liu Yang shouted loudly. Under this energy, his body was about to burst. He did not dare to neglect. Facing a real magical martial artist with a fourth-level combat power was completely different!
Even he himself was just getting ready to start the ceremony.
He instantly drew his sword to come back for help, the orange fire snaked around like a snake, and dozens or hundreds of tangled and coiled blades turned into an airtight sword cover and fell down, protecting Liu Yang below.
However, Xiang Ji still held his hand indifferently, and the red sun with concentrated energy slowly pressed on the top of the knife guard. The red and orange fire was raging like a vast ocean falling down, and even smoke could be heard in the air. Voices.
Everyone could see clearly that the energy surrounding the sword shield was getting thinner and thinner, but Chiyang was invincible within ten steps. With magical power in hand, it was the difference between cloud and mud.
With the strength of five tigers, plus the miraculous power of a ten-step warrior, Liu Yang, who only had the strength of three tigers, was indeed no match... Zhang Feng had the four levels of cultivation, and he could see the way, and couldn't help but shake his head.
"It seems that you won't be able to survive my knife attack."
Finally, Xiang Ji moved, but he did not draw his sword, nor did he bother to draw it.
He just walked slowly in front of Liu Yang and looked at the figure struggling under the red sun. Like a volcano erupting, a large cluster of red blood rushed out of every pore of his body, forming billowing smoke. It is three feet high and covers ten steps of the body, forming a hazy 'field'.
Bloody anger? ! Suddenly, Liu Yang felt a sense of drowsiness all over his body. In the place where the smoke was approaching, all his blood and energy were running dimly, and his inner energy was imprisoned in his body and could not be released outside!
boom! And then, when his hand holding the sword became weak, another arm like fine iron smashed the sword force and crushed him in. An elbow hit his chest, dispersing the counterattack force, and then on his arm With a claw, he grabbed Liu Yang's throat and lifted him up to the sky. The Tianyang Sword's expression changed immediately. As if he was struck by lightning, the long sword fell to the ground, and every inch of the sword's light disappeared.
"Take the Sky Sword to set off fireworks, and let me see how brilliant you can be."
With a mocking look on his face, Xiang Ji suddenly spurted out fire energy from his palm. Large swaths of red flames enveloped Liu Yang, rushing into his body from his pores, and then exploded and sprayed out, causing his whole body to be ignited and transformed. A large fireball exploded on the spot, and the whole person flew out like a meteor, smashed the windows of Hejian Building, and fell onto the long street.
"My sword skills are so sharp that I haven't achieved even an inch of success?"
After several staggers, Liu Yang was unable to get up. His right arm holding the knife spasmed and was almost shaken to pieces. His chest was in severe pain when he was hit by an elbow. Fortunately, he was ten steps away, and his blood and energy started to circulate again. I got up and got a little better.
However, this does not change the outcome of his defeat, nor is it more severe than the blow he suffered. He was defeated by the despised common people and was not even worthy of a sword!
On April 17, in Hejian County, Fan Tiankun defeated the Tianri Sword with two moves!
"It's well deserved. It's worthy of the title of Yuedan Ping. I will never elevate or belittle you." Zhang Feng couldn't help but sigh. He has such strength at the age of Zhixue, and he has simply surpassed himself.
The two characters dragon and tiger are indeed impressive.
"Fan Tiankun wins! A high five is a high five."
"Hey, it seems that the Tianri Sword really overestimated its capabilities. It challenged five counterattacks, but it failed miserably. It didn't even have three moves."
"Hahaha, he has really become a joke now. He was defeated in just two moves. This is in contrast to Kun's reputation. He steals the chicken but loses the rice!"
Suddenly the streets and restaurants were filled with whispers, and many people looked at Liu Yang as if they were laughing. It was rare for a master to make a fool of himself, so this was great fun.
Such words made Liu Yang's face pale, and it was not unusual for him to have many doubts. This is the reality, and it is not just some innate achievements that can make people admire. Whether it is the world or the court, it is a lake of muddy water, and all kinds of people or forces are always there. It is changing, advocating the winners and belittling the losers. The emperor and the courtiers have been like this in the past and will be like this in the future.
Now that he is defeated, he is the one who was ridiculed, and it is also a lesson. He has mixed feelings in his heart. The etiquette and upbringing he has learned since childhood are constantly conflicting with his uncomfortable and unwilling mood. He doesn't know what posture to put on at the moment. The family The face of the academy is obviously greater than his personal honor and disgrace. Even if he is unwilling to give in at the moment, he can only face it and maintain his grace.
But Xiang Ji didn't care what he thought, and just walked past the kneeling servant: "Idiot, if you only ask for the lost property, you can still say it, but you should never covet my knife. be careful."
At this time, where does this servant still have the confidence and resentment from earlier? He was so frightened that he was trembling all over and couldn't even say a word. He was completely ugly.
Others didn't understand, but the mountaineer naturally understood the meaning. He immediately stepped forward and looked at the trembling blue-shirted servant. He suddenly slapped his palm down, and with a pop, his head was sunk into the chest. He was instantly He was killed and sent to the next life after being reincarnated on the spot.
It's tit for tat, there is life, but you insist on pursuing death, what's the trouble... The Jianghu people who witnessed the whole process couldn't help but sigh, it's really helpless.
"Fan Tiankun is indeed worthy of his reputation. It's my skill that's inferior to others, so I keep the sword here. I keep my promise. Now it's yours.
This hundred-refined weapon is called the Liyang Knife. I hope you can treat it well. If there is a chance in the future, I hope I can challenge you again and own it again. "
Seeing the death of his servant, Liu Yang felt helpless. After barely maintaining his 'face', he tremblingly put down the Li Yang Knife, his eyes full of reluctance.
Although a hundred-refined weapon is not difficult for aristocratic families to obtain, it represents face and experience that they cannot part with in this life.
“I am also a person who loves swords, and I am also willing to give young people the opportunity to pursue them.
However, if you want to challenge me, you need to work hard, otherwise even the back will be out of reach. "
Xiang Ji didn't humiliate him, he just asked Qiu Laohu to get the sword, and left him with the same words as when he saw Xue Toutuo that day.
My knife doesn't want to be as lonely as snow!
What a spirit! Everyone couldn't help but breathe heavily. This kind of confidence and flying posture were really fascinating, and there was a sense of heroism that could dominate the world single-handedly.
I want to conquer the world, so why not despise the heroes?
"Rising from humble beginnings and reaching this stage as a common people, it is indeed very human." Zhang Feng was also a little in awe. Such examples are rare and can be ignored. It is really difficult for ordinary people to think like this.
Behind him, the youngest son of the Zhang family shone brightly and showed strong interest.
"What the Shanhe arrester said is that Liu Yang has been taught a lesson. Say goodbye!"
Liu Yang was slightly startled, and seemed to have some realization. He originally thought that the other party would take the opportunity to humiliate him, but now it seemed that he was judging a gentleman with a villain's heart. Feeling ashamed, he couldn't help but bow his hands and turn around to leave.
In his view, failure is not terrible; what is terrible is not having the courage to pursue after failure.
There will be opportunities in the future; starting from today, Fantiankun will be the goal he pursues in his heart, in his dreams, and in the darkest days and nights.
"Senior, I want to learn sword skills from you! You are much better than that guy."
At this moment, a voice sounded, attracting people's attention.
It was a child of about ten years old, with a tiger-like head and a tiger-like brain. He jumped out from behind Zhang Feng and ran in front of Xiang Ji. He raised his head and looked at him with big eyes, full of admiration and joy.
Bang, not far away, Liu Yang stumbled, stepped on a wooden basin and burst it on the spot. His face turned red, and he left in a hurry after leaving the lost money.
This Mo County was so sad that he didn't want to stay any longer!
"Jun Yi must not be rude. Shanhe is here to catch you. This is..." Zhang Feng's expression changed and he immediately stepped forward, only to see Xiang Ji waving his hands and smiling, "Oh? Little guy, what's your name?"
"Zhang He! My courtesy name is Junyi, and people call me Xiao Longhu from Mo County! Senior, I want to learn sword skills from you!"
Zhang He's childish words were unbridled, and as soon as he finished speaking, he knelt down and kowtowed. Zhang Feng was so frightened that he could either pull or not pull.
Fortunately, Xiang Ji had quick eyes and quick hands, and was able to hold the boy back, and was a little surprised.
Unexpectedly, during a trip to Hejian, I met Zhang He, the fierce general from his childhood. He was a genuine talent.
Looking into the future, during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, Zhang He was recruited as Army Sima and belonged to Han Fu; you must know that Army Sima was a military attaché in charge of four hundred soldiers. As soon as Zhang He joined the army, he served as the military commander of the state shepherd. He is also said to be very famous throughout Jizhou. For this reason, his background is by no means ordinary. He is not just a commoner, but a local powerful.
Now that they were facing each other, Xiang Ji thought for a while and said, "If you want to follow me, that's not impossible. I will go to Luoyang Academy to study in the future. It would be good for you to be my companion. At least the future is brighter than that of Jizhou Academy."
"Okay! Master is here, please accept..." Zhang He jumped for joy, and then wanted to kowtow to worship on the spot. He was quickly stopped by Xiang Ji. How come this kid likes this trick so much? He is only fifteen years old, how can he bear this? ?
Now it is no longer possible to make friends with the Tianri Sword, but there is another choice. This Tiankun is obviously better than Liu Yang. The Medicine King Illustrated Book, the Sword Manual, the dual-purpose technique of distraction and the century-old Polygonum multiflorum It seems good to treat it as a apprenticeship ceremony? However, this is a bit impolite, so he should add some courtesy to show his sincerity... Zhang Feng thought secretly in his heart.
It’s not that Liu Yang is angry with the Zhang family because his skills are inferior to others, but he will definitely not look good in the future. But as long as he grasps Fan Tiankun, it might be necessary to have a behemoth like the Lu family as his backer. Isn’t it more practical than now?
As soon as he thought of this, Zhang Feng immediately saluted and stepped forward, "Hahaha, there is a misunderstanding. It's my Zhang family's fault. It's better to choose a different day than to hit the sun. It just so happens that we are hosting a banquet today to resolve the disharmony between the two parties. I don't know what Shanhe's intention is to catch the head. Can you?" A favor?"
After glancing at Zhang He, Xiang Ji nodded slightly and immediately boarded the third floor of the restaurant surrounded by stars.
