lovenovelstory Chapter 58 Dig 3 Feet Deep, 3 Guns and 2 Horses
Chapter 58 Dig 3 Feet Deep, 3 Guns and 2 Horses
Li Xin had tried it before.
Even if no information is received, the mind will immediately issue a warning if harmful substances appear around it.
Poison works like this, and so do hidden weapons and mechanisms.
In the depths of our being, our hearts are somehow attuned.
This is also why he was more patient.
He could see that the light emanating from Zhang Yourong was indeed a pale red.
Even the aloof and sharp-witted female swordsman had a pale red glow around her.
She doesn't despise herself as much as she appears on the surface.
What's wrong with you?
It was definitely caused by those few flirtatious remarks before I even entered the room.
No woman would feel comfortable if a man started talking about her looks and physique.
But why do these two women still have feelings for me when I'm acting so lewd?
All I can say is that this guy is too handsome, which gives him a huge advantage.
When handsome men become lecherous, it's called romance.
If an ugly person says this, it's considered flirting.
"The young master has issued a 'Death warrant,' claiming that he will visit the Wan Hua Lou in ten days, and the news has already spread."
Instead of answering directly, Zhang Yourong brought up the matter.
"Wait, what's this 'Death warrant'?"
"It's that black poster. It's already spread throughout the capital. Some storytellers say that it means, 'If the King of Hell calls you to die at midnight, he won't let you live past dawn.' Anyone who receives this poster from you, young master, will not survive the night."
Zhang Yourong slapped her thigh hard, her face flushed, perhaps from drinking some wine: "What a wonderful saying, 'On the second day of the second lunar month, the dragon raises its head, and all flowers wither.' Hearing this, I should drink a big cup of wine."
Why are you so happy?
Li Xin asked curiously.
"How could I not be happy? The thought that Gao Tianyun, who is known for his 'digging three feet into the ground,' is about to be executed fills me with such joy."
That day, this man declared that not a single medicinal herb would be allowed to enter the capital, causing great anxiety among the Zhang family. What immense power and murderous intent! Even Chief Escort Wang of the Yuanshun Escort Agency had to rush to Wohu Ridge to negotiate with him.
Now that I can finally witness this person's gradual descent into ruin, how can I not get thoroughly drunk?
"Gao Tianyun of Crouching Tiger Ridge, are you referring to that notorious bandit of the capital, the one known for his unparalleled lightness skills and marksmanship, Gao Sanchi?"
Li Xin asked in surprise.
Having arrived in the capital, even if some powerful and influential people were unaware of their positions, or some famous figures were not recognized.
However, it is essential to know the most famous figures among the bandits and outlaws in the surrounding mountains.
Because these people have absolutely no bottom line, no one knows what kind of trouble they might cause.
If you don't know, you won't be able to take precautions, and you're very likely to have a conflict with the other party.
Therefore, Li Xin had also heard of it.
He sometimes overheard people talking about this name, and it appeared very frequently.
Of course, Li Xin paid attention to this person not only because of how ruthless this bandit was or how many shocking crimes he had committed.
Rather, it's because this person's career path is actually very similar to their own.
He possessed extremely high lightness skills and incredibly fast movements.
When facing an enemy, he is quick to retreat after a single contact, making him extremely difficult to deal with.
Yet this person was ahead of all the martial artists of this era.
He practices shooting.
It's not a gun with a long spear, but a gun with a revolver and gunpowder.
His marksmanship was excellent, and he appeared and disappeared unpredictably.
In terms of sheer threat, it is no less than the six masters at the Grandmaster level, and perhaps even more dangerous.
Although the Six Absolutes are powerful, at least they wouldn't kill someone without a reason.
They won't resort to underhanded tactics or schemes.
This guy can.
Zhang Yourong nodded: "It is this person. Qinglong has received news that this person has accepted the invitation of the leader of Yuanqing Society and is preparing to ambush at Wanhua Tower, just waiting for Young Master Li to break into the trap."
"Does he have a lot of bullets?"
"What?"
"If there are a lot of bullets, one has to question the quality of this person."
"Well……"
Zhang Yourong got stuck immediately.
She couldn't keep up with Li Xin's train of thought at all.
Wouldn't a normal person focus on how strong the other person is, why they were invited, and then try to figure out how to deal with them?
Ji Xinlan, who had been silent the whole time, suddenly spat out a mouthful of wine onto the table when she heard this.
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I was thinking of my father."
My father wasn't as composed as he is now; he was once young and impetuous.
I remember how much I loved listening to him talk about how he would eloquently criticize current affairs in court, leaving corrupt officials speechless. My mother would then ask, "Isn't your mouth dry?"
"Hahaha……"
Zhang Yourong and Ji Xinlan burst into laughter at the same time, laughing so hard that the hairpins on their heads fell off and tears streamed down their faces.
Li Xin stared blankly at the scene, then looked around and saw the steward and maid standing at the door, all looking completely bewildered.
It turns out it wasn't my problem.
It's because these two women have abnormal brain circuits.
That joke is so lame.
After the two men finally stopped laughing, Li Xin asked again, "Besides this three-foot-tall expert, are there any other renowned masters who frequent the Wan Hua Lou?"
"have."
Zhang Yourong's expression immediately turned serious.
"The most famous among them are the two Ma brothers of Beijing. One of them even has a close relationship with Young Master Li."
She didn't keep you in suspense.
He continued, "One of them is a member of the Bajiquan sect in the capital, known as one of the 'Three Divine Spears of Luotong,' named Ma Gui. It is said that his spear skills are extremely superb, capable of blasting mosquitoes flying in the sky."
Of course, this person was used to boasting, but no matter how undeserving of his reputation, he was still a person whose strength was superb and whose qi permeated his entire body.
You may rarely hear of his name from others, but you've definitely heard of his two senior fellow students.
"Oh?"
Li Xin was filled with awe.
Any person with exceptional strength is no pushover.
He had indeed never heard of Ma Gui.
In my previous life, I wasn't a history buff, nor was I a martial arts enthusiast.
He had heard of the masters whose names were passed down through the ages... but he didn't recognize any of the masters who had been lost in the river of history.
"His senior brother was named Wang Zhongheng, known as the 'King of Staff in the Capital,' and was skilled in both spear and staff techniques."
His second senior brother was even more remarkable, known as the "Divine Spear," and named Li Xuwen.
The title that followed was much more prestigious.
Li Xin hadn't heard much about the "King of Sticks."
But the name "Divine Sharpshooter" was practically legendary.
A century from now, people will still be debating whether this person was the greatest martial artist of the Republic of China era, and the debate will continue.
According to unofficial historical accounts, this man completely subdued ordinary people.
Even in the games they created, there are classic images of this person.
It is generally acknowledged that they are invincible.
Judging from this, Luo Tong's Three Divine Spears are quite formidable. This Ma Gui will probably be a tough opponent.
"And what about Kazuma? What does he have to do with me?"
"The other one is, in some ways, even more troublesome than Ma Gui."
He is the disciple of your grandmaster, Uncle Yin Changshou, and has inherited his true teachings. He has also developed a powerful body and his movements are extremely unpredictable.
His Bagua Palm technique is ruthless and vicious.
Some claim, "It's better to provoke Changshou than Shiqing," referring to Ma Shiqing.
"This person has actually joined forces with the brothel, Wan Hua Lou..."
"It's not that he and Wan Hua Lou came together; it's that they were always meant to be together," Zhang Yourong sighed.
Ever since rumors began circulating within Prince Gong's Mansion that "Nezha, the Third Prince, intends to lead the way in implementing new laws, eliminating the conservative and corrupt officials, wielding a sharp knife to carve up the flesh, and creating a new, brighter world"...
Ninety percent of the martial arts masters in the capital, and even ninety-nine percent of the common people, have sided with Young Master Li.
"Who is so vicious?"
Li Xin felt a slight chill upon hearing this.
Actually, it would be fine if he had really taken the lead in implementing the new law, but the key point is that he didn't.
The other side actually got ahead of them, spreading rumors first, cutting off their own retreat, and making countless enemies.
"It won't be long before the news spreads throughout the palace and officialdom, and even more so among the common people."
Perhaps in a few days, Young Master Li will be rumored to be a lackey of foreigners, accused of plotting to overthrow Emperor Taizong.
"Therefore, it's not surprising that you encounter any experts, not even your fellow disciples."
Li Xin's eyes flickered slightly.
"That's right, that's exactly it."
He sensed the unspoken meaning in Zhang Yourong's words.
Of the seven outstanding disciples of the Cheng family, apart from the eldest and sixth senior brothers who always stayed by their master's side to teach martial arts and train the younger disciples, there was also Senior Sister Feiyan, who didn't do anything particularly serious.
Of the other four disciples, two served as guards in the imperial residence, while the other two became low-ranking military officers in the imperial court, all of whom had promising futures.
In truth, their position is actually opposed to their goals.
"On the surface, these are the few people who are most worthy of attention for Young Master Li."
There may be many more lurking threats.
It's even possible that foreign gunmen...they might also muddy the waters.
"I will remember Miss Zhang's kindness in sending the message. I dare not say anything else, but I will take care of that ruthless bandit Gao Tianyun for your family."
After pondering for a while, Li Xin felt that this deal was actually quite worthwhile for him.
I learned a lot of information during this trip.
This made up for their lack of intelligence.
"It's just such a small matter, how dare I presume to invite Young Master Li to come and meet me?"
Zhang Yourong smiled, her face blooming like a flower.
She clapped her hands, and then someone came in from outside the door.
He was holding a tray in his hand.
On the plate were books and a stack of banknotes.
On one side of the red cloth, there lies an old ginseng root shaped like a human.
"This is a gift I have prepared for you, young master, to help you on your journey."
Zhang Yourong waved her hand, signaling the servant carrying the tray to come forward.
A beautiful face turned around, and her gaze towards Li Xin was filled with anticipation as her large eyes blinked.
They seemed curious about his reaction.
Upon closer inspection, they noticed that Li Xin's expression had suddenly become very strange.
Instead of a smile, his eyes held a hint of coldness.
"Sizzle."
Li Xin's right hand, which was resting on the table, suddenly trembled slightly... and the three-edged dagger flew out like lightning.
With a soft "plop," it pierced the tray bearer's forehead.
The servant's expression was a mixture of crying and laughing.
He convulsed for a moment, then fell backward.
A flame shot out from under the tray, and a bullet struck the corner of the room at an angle, shattering a waist-high vase.
Snapped……
As the deafening gunshot rang out, the old butler rushed in from outside.
Several guards at the corner of the room rushed out at the same time, shouting, "Protect the young lady!"
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