Taohou Mansion, Pantao Tower.
The morning sun was rising, but there was something more eye-catching than the purple energy coming from the east, so he forcefully pulled those eyes towards one person, and they all focused on one person, even the powerful children, and the heirs of the aristocratic families were no exception.
The two great dragons and tigers are Fan Tiankun and Qiankun Wuji.
"Fan Tiankun, a visitor from Zhuoxian County who is from the same hometown as the great scholar Lu Zhi, it is really rare that this strong man is here."
"This is one of the few grassroots geniuses. I heard that he defeated Liu Yang, the ninety-fifth-ranked Heavenly Sword, with two moves in Mo County some time ago, and traveled with the heir of the Zhang family in Mo County. I thought I’d also arrived in the Peach Kingdom.”
There was a lot of discussion at once, and the people around him suddenly realized that they didn't see the familiar blue cloak. They Jizhou people really didn't recognize the strongman from Youzhou.
After all, there are no portraits on the Dragon and Tiger list, and even iconic outfits are spread through rumors.
Suddenly, their mentality changed, and everyone present felt that there was nothing wrong with Xiang Ji's previous actions. A hero like him should be so domineering and have his own arrogance.
Strength determines status, and reputation brings respect. This has been true in the past and present, and it will be true in the future.
As a generation of dragons and tigers, Zhen Fa can naturally be keenly aware of the changes in everyone's demeanor, but he does not take it seriously. Instant gains and losses are not important. He knows that holding on to one's neck is not a good choice in many cases. Taking a step back will open up the world.
What's more, he probably has nothing to do with this Qi Tiankun, so why should he overestimate his ability to save face and suffer the consequences? Wouldn't it be a better choice to recruit someone to get along and form a good relationship?
Who would be too busy to make enemies everywhere?
"Brother Zhen Fa, what happened to the Zhang family's origins that you mentioned before?" Zhang He was curious and asked about what happened back then.
His eyes were slightly averted, but Zhen Fa was a little scrupulous, and he muttered: "The matter back then involved the disaster of the party and the Yuan family. With your current strength, you are not suitable to be involved. I am afraid that the truth can only be found in the restricted area of the Zhen family to see me. Only a sister can know it, but that requires not only background, but also strong strength, the strength to break through the forbidden areas of my Zhen family and the obstruction of the elders."
Hearing this, Xiang Ji patted Zhang He on the head, "If you really want to know the truth, I will take you to find out after everything is stable in Luoyang."
Fan Tiankun wants to get involved?
The expressions of the surrounding Zhen family members and Taohou Mansion servants changed slightly. This was a pool of muddy water that everyone was trying to avoid, but he wanted to stand up for others and dare to step into it?
"Young Master of the Zhang family, this matter involves too much. Even the Yuan family was not happy about it in the past. You are just a branch, why bother asking for trouble? The truth is not important. What is true is your current status."
Some people in the Taohou Mansion frowned. They were already a little unhappy about Zhen Fa's unauthorized change of positions. Now that he was involved in an old case from that year, they were also implicated, so they naturally stopped him.
Zhang He was moved by Xiang Ji's coming forward, but he shook his head and bowed to Xiang Ji, "Master, I don't need your help, five years, only five years, my disciple will come to Zhen's house to find out everything!"
Five years?
As soon as these words came out, everyone's eyes changed. Even Zhen Fa himself was a little surprised. Five years?
Where does this He come from confidence! Do you really think that you are a direct descendant of Zhang Liang?
"It's not Taofu's turn to dictate our affairs, so why not talk too much."
At the same time, Qiu Huhu and the mountaineer sat down, one after another to protect Zhang He. The aura of the Siguan martial artist surged out unabashedly, forcing back those secretive gazes.
This movement caused everyone's expressions to change. Two great martial arts masters from the fourth level!
Fan Tiankun actually accepted two Siguan martial arts masters as his followers?
What kind of force this is, it's terrifying.
Da da.
At this moment, footsteps sounded on the high platform, and someone was coming.
"Today is a banquet in my Taohou Mansion. It is not good to make noises. The sage said that etiquette cannot be messed with, and dignity cannot be reversed. How can this position be changed so easily?
The rules are the rules, the position is the position, and messing up is disrespectful. "
It was a young man with white robes and black hair, floral boots, and a long blue sword on his back. His face was solemn and solemn, and he had a sense of being difficult to get along with. He walked out surrounded by the servants of Taohou Mansion.
"The second young master of Taohou Mansion, Lei Benyunjue and Liu Chou, is the eighty-fifth person on the Dragon and Tiger Ranking!"
"I heard that this second young master is famous for his etiquette and filial piety. He abides by the rules the most and hates those who break the rules and violators. He has never even thought about competing with his eldest brother for the inheritance. Instead, he tries his best to help each other. He is a rare brother and friend. Gong, the father is kind and the son is filial.”
"I've met the second young master!"
After he appeared, many powerful people in the field stood up to show respect.
And his name is also well-known in Jizhou. He is one of the eighty-five dragons and tigers in the world. Liu Chou is a thunderous and powerful man!
What he is more famous for is his strict etiquette and rules. It is said that he punished and replaced a large number of servants in the palace, which gave him the orderly appearance it has today.
However, it is precisely because of this temperament that there are many people who hate him, because most of the time this guy's etiquette is to strictly demand others and be tolerant to himself, and many people secretly criticize him.
Liu Chou's eyebrows were sharp and he stared directly at Xiang Ji and Zhen Fa. He was a little dissatisfied with the two people's unauthorized change of positions. How could the blood of a noble family be equal to that of the common people? This is against etiquette in the current era and is subject to ridicule, just like ordinary people would not be willing to eat and sit with beggars.
But after seeing the third lady of the Zhen family, he paused slightly. He seemed a little surprised that she would arrive, but then he showed a smile, "It turns out that friends from the Zhen family have arrived. You should be in the front row, and there is no need to follow behind." It’s common knowledge for others, and I’ll handle it myself.”
Without saying anything, the third lady of the Zhen family just bowed, showing a clear sense of resistance and distance.
But Zhen Fa on the side was a little speechless. Originally, the matter was settled and it was an opportunity to make good friends. This kid showed up out of nowhere. Why did he have to talk so much?
How disgusting!
Sure enough, as soon as these words came out, Xiang Ji's eyes moved away from him and fell on the second young master of Taohou Mansion.
Purple Thunder Sword Technique, does thunder belong to internal energy?
Xiang Ji immediately felt the familiarity. The energy flowing in the other party's body was of the thunder attribute, and it was probably the Xiang family's orthodox inheritance, the Purple Thunder Heart Technique.
As a descendant of the Xiang family in the past, Taohou Mansion must have a complete Zi Lei Sword Technique, which is better than the three sword moves he has mastered.
"It turns out to be the ninetieth-ranked Qian Tiankun. I have admired him for a long time. I am Liu Chou.
Zhenfa is my in-law in Taofu Mansion, and you don’t have to be held accountable for your unruly behavior. However, as a visitor seeking opportunities, you cannot be ignorant of your position. The potential of your bloodline is destined to be where you are from birth. Your actions are against the rules. , I don't like it, and it's not in line with the world. I'd better go back to my original position and pretend nothing happens. "
Liu Chou looked at Xiang Ji. Although he didn't like these common people and people who didn't abide by etiquette, he didn't want to cause trouble. He just sat back and didn't bother to engage in any drama like expulsion.
Sure enough, the rumors about this person's temperament were correct... Many people looked weird, and they were really the same. If there was anything that violated the rules and etiquette, this guy would come out and intervene, and he would have to break it back.
Xiang Ji felt baffled. Did this guy recognize his identity? Otherwise, why is there such inexplicable hostility?
He sneered, "You are the one I don't know about. The sage is humble when he comes. The etiquette changes according to people and changes according to the time. He is aggressive when he comes up. He thinks he is in control of the whole situation. Let's not mention that I was invited by Zhen Fa. What does your seat in the Zhen family have to do with you? Secondly, you are just strict with others and lenient with yourself. It is ridiculous to build an archway in Fireworks Alley!"
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's faces twitched uncontrollably. They wanted to laugh but had to hold back. After all these years, someone finally scolded this hypocrite, which was a relief.
Even Zhen Fa was feeling happy. Of course, he still had a look of "surprise" on his face, as if he was shocked that Xiang Ji would say such a thing.
"You are too conceited. It's no wonder that you have achieved such an achievement at such a young age. It is common for you to forget yourself and be domineering.
But you can rely on your ninety-digit reputation to make others unhappy, and arrogantly despise etiquette and rules. Then I can naturally rely on your five-digit reputation to make you unhappy. Don't be unwilling to do so, a humble grassroots person. There are still many things to learn. Understanding current affairs and understanding dignity are the first things you need to learn when you step into the family. "
Liu Chou's tone was cold. He looked down on such people very much. They were just common people from a humble background. Once they got a chance, they would become successful and show off everywhere. What kind of background could they have?
It will only stir up trouble and trouble, but it is not comparable to the heirs of aristocratic families like them!
The conflict between the two sides is purely due to the limitations of the background of the times. Their temperaments and ideas are inconsistent, they dislike each other, and they are both assertive and powerful people, so naturally no one will back down.
"Are you teaching me how to do things? I am proud because I have that strength; but you made a mistake.
Anyone who thinks he can force me and thinks he is stronger than me is absolutely wrong! "
Xiang Ji grinned, and the Lihuo energy in his body suddenly surged. His nine-foot-tall body looked full of muscles, as if there were little dragons dormant under the skin.
At this moment, he was bathing in the morning sun and stepping forward, constantly getting closer to Liu Chou. Looking from a distance, he seemed to be the Holy Son descending from the sun. His breath became deeper and deeper, and his steps were not fast, but every step he took was as heavy as a thousand stones. It was still very light. As it approached, everyone's eyebrows froze, and they felt the ground beneath their feet shaking faintly, as if a huge mountain was crushing it.
Boom! Boom!
As the footsteps approached, everyone around them felt their heartbeats beating out of their chests, like drums.
"What a strong oppression, what a powerful mental power!" Zhen Fa's expression changed, and his breathing gradually became stagnant. The mental power in the Ancestral Aperture Divine Courtyard showed signs of chaos. The footsteps seemed to contain divine power. In just these ten steps, He has nothing left to show for his strength.
"You also practice spiritual martial arts? Yes, Yi, Si."
Liu Chou said one word at a time. At this moment, he suddenly put away some of his contempt. As a person on the dragon and tiger list, there are some people who have not experienced ups and downs. Even if he rarely travels out, he still has a good relationship with his family. Education broadens horizons.
The same power flowed out from the center of his eyebrows. His figure gradually became ethereal, like clouds and fog, and the energy around him was constantly changing, like clouds in the sky or thick fog in mountain streams. It was ethereal and unpredictable, and it was difficult to measure.
Boom!
Ten steps apart, thunder broke out in the void between the two people, and the sound of thunder sounded directly in everyone's minds.
Spiritual martial arts!
Many young masters are concentrating. This is a confrontation of spiritual power! It shows that both parties have practiced spiritual martial arts, opened the ancestral aperture between the eyebrows, and began to initially interfere with the world with their will. Only when two different spiritual powers collide can such a real thunder sound be produced.
"It is said that the spiritual martial arts practiced by Fan Tiankun are somewhat similar to that of Bei Ming Palace. I wonder what kind of spiritual martial arts these eighty-five Lei Ben Yunjue and Liu Chou practice?"
Some children of aristocratic families are particularly concerned about this, because it is likely that they will fight against Liu Chou on the Jizhou stage in the future.
boom!
There were thunders and thunderbolts in the sky, clouds and mists were lingering, the North Sea was turbulent, and fishes were swallowing the sky. Two completely different spiritual powers were entangled and colliding, and for a moment no one could do anything about the other.
"If this temper is inappropriate, he will inevitably suffer a loss. I hope this time I can make him wiser." On the Pantao Tower, the housekeeper of the Taohou Mansion looked over, his ears suddenly dilated and twitched, and the voices from all directions entered his heart, and he understood the situation. Shaking his head slightly, he reached out and pressed his hand in the air, and a strong wind roared in, directly squeezed into the middle of the two spiritual powers. It did not favor either side, but rolled up like a whirlpool in the eye of the sea, suppressing the two boiling spiritual powers. Come down and dissipate into nothingness.
Someone has taken action!
Everyone present immediately reacted, knowing that most of the people in the Hou Mansion were blocking the situation and did not want a dispute to break out at this moment.
"I underestimated you before. This was a mistake. You are indeed a person, and you are qualified to fight me fiercely. Qian Tiankun, I will wait for you in the Thunder Pond."
Liu Chou had never gained an advantage in the fight, so he naturally became wary, put aside his arrogance, and seriously regarded Xiang Ji as his opponent.
This time, the thunder pool turned out to be as unpredictable as the steward said.
But even if his eldest brother is not here, it may not be impossible to suppress him. He, Liu Chou, is also an outstanding figure!
Xiang Ji also responded calmly, "What you are waiting for may not be an opportunity, it may also be a tragic failure."
After the words fell, there was no dispute between the two sides and they each returned to their seats.
It seems that everything is calm, but secretly many people have secretly raised Xiang Ji's strength by several levels.
I thought he was only at the level of the 90th, but now it seems that he may have a combat power of around 85!
"Brother Kun! As soon as I came here, I saw you making a big splash and fighting against Lei Benyunquan. It seems that after Lei Chi and his party, your ranking will rise again."
Not long after, a burst of hearty laughter came, and a figure appeared next to Xiang Ji, and patted Zhang He on the shoulder. It was an acquaintance.
Xiang Ji looked back, a little surprised, "Liu Yang? You haven't returned to the academy?"
"I remember my defeat that day. I suddenly had an epiphany while walking in the mountains and forests. I also heard that the annual Thunder Pond Secret Land was opened. Naturally, I had some thoughts, so I asked a friend to come here with me. I never thought that Brother Kun was here. "The person who came was none other than Tianri Sword Liu Yang. Different from the first battle, he now has a sunny aura and seems to have figured out a lot of things.
Xiang Ji's eyes were filled with relief and he joked, "You have indeed become different. Don't forget your goals."
"Of course, if I have a chance this time in Lei Chi, I will ask my brother for advice." Liu Yang didn't care. He was about to introduce his friends beside him when he saw Zhang He suddenly said, "Master, has he been defeated by you?" Already?"
Liu Yang's smile froze immediately. Why was he always hurt by this kid? When Xiang Ji saw this, he came out to smooth things over, "Jun Yi, remember, people can maintain confidence and pride, but they should not underestimate the heroes of the world. No matter how young and energetic they are, they will still have their own style and opinions. If because of something... If you despise them with one victory or one loss, then it is often the time when you are about to capsize."
Seeing Zhang He nod thoughtfully, Liu Yang spoke again, "Ahem, you kid, why do you try to dismantle me every time? This is the descendant of the Li family, the man who raised my heart sword, Li Yu."
"I've seen Brother Kun." Li Yu bowed his hands in a salute. He had a delicate and feminine face, was wearing a light blue gown, and had a thin sword at his waist. He was ranked ninety-sixth on the dragon and tiger list.
The mountaineer's eyes flashed, and he secretly sent a message to Xiang Ji and told the Li family that the method of suppressing the clan was the Yangwu Sword. The name was taken from Mencius' "I am good at nourishing my awe-inspiring spirit". Just hearing this name, you can tell that this sword technique was created. The person must be a person who is upright and upright, otherwise, taking this name is just a joke.
In fact, the creator of Sword Art did exactly that.
He is known as the Confucian hero Li Ying.
"Please sit down." Xiang Ji's heart moved. Li Ying was an upright man with strict laws. He served successively as the prefect of Yuyang and Shu counties, and then as the captain of Wuhuan Protector. He repeatedly defeated Xianbei who invaded the border.
In the second year of Yongshou's reign, Li Ying became the general who conquered the Liao Dynasty. The Qiang people were frightened when they heard the news, and his reputation spread far and wide. Later, he entered the court as Yin of Henan. He frightened the eunuchs because of his firmness and selflessness in enforcing the law. At that time, people in the country who pursued high moral integrity praised each other and set labels for famous people in the world.
Among them, Li Ying, Xun Yi, Du Mi, Wang Chang and other seven people are collectively known as the "Eight Heroes". He is also the first of the Eight Juns and is famous all over the world!
Until the second party prison disaster occurred, Li Ying was implicated and received an imperial edict. The king wanted his ministers to die, but the ministers were unfaithful. Li Ying generously went to justice, and eventually died tragically in prison. His disciples, former officials, father and brother were all imprisoned. He was imprisoned and barred from being an official for life, and the Li family fell into decline.
During their conversation, Liu Chou, as the host, was explaining the rules of the Lei Chi quota.
Except for the aristocratic families present, even local tycoons who want to enter must pass a test. Of course, whether there is bribery or corruption depends on their sincerity.
Only the children from poor families and the common people have no connections, so they can only solve the problem through hard work.
The assessment objectives are very simple. As long as you have passed three moves on the four levels of martial arts masters among Taofu's disciples, you will be qualified to enter the thunder pool to seize the opportunity.
After the announcement, everyone's eyes suddenly focused on Xiang Ji. Among all the selectors present, he was probably the most powerful. Not to mention taking three moves from a four-level martial artist, he defeated a four-level martial artist. It's not difficult to pass the martial arts master.
At this moment, the one who is under the greatest pressure is naturally the disciple of Taofu who is in charge of the assessment. This Siguan martial arts master known as the 'Tianshi Fist' has a headache, his tiger eyes and thick eyebrows are tangled together, and his dark skin seems to be a bit darker. He couldn't help but look at another disciple, Pansi Legs, looking for help. Both of them were the four-level martial arts masters responsible for the assessment, but no one wanted to take action at this time.
To become Fan Tiankun's opponent would definitely not be a pleasant experience.
Seeing him like this, Xiang Ji stood up and took steps, saying calmly, "Three moves? You have to block them."
Three moves, you have to block them!
No one thought it was inappropriate to speak so wildly, because this Qian Tiankun had actually killed a fourth-level martial artist, and his strength qualified him to be so crazy!
