"Qing'er, Qing'er..." Xiao Yunfan sat up suddenly, his cheeks covered with glistening beads of sweat. It turned out that he saw Feng Miaoqing falling into a whirlpool in his dream, and he felt anxious and woke up. The maid Qianqian

Seeing his expression, she felt pity in her heart and took out a brocade handkerchief from her sleeve to wipe his sweat. Xiao Yunfan calmed down and said, "Miss Qianqian, where am I?"

Qianqian said softly: "Uncle Xiao, this is an inn. Master Leng has already sent those people away. You don't have to take the bastard words they said to heart. By the way, are you feeling better?"

Xiao Yunfan smiled and said: "I'm fine, I don't have to worry about you. Can you please find Brother Fang, girl? I want to have a chat with him." Qianqian looked at Xiao Yunfan with her wonderful eyes, bit her lip, then nodded and walked out the door.

go.

Sunlight shines through the window pane and shines on the floor, forming diamond-shaped spots on the ground. After Xiao Yunfan got up and washed, he stretched his muscles and felt refreshed. He walked to the window and looked out, east of the long street, breakfast

The stall was crowded with people, and the hot steamed buns that had just come out of the basket, the crispy and delicious golden cakes, the white and tender tofu curd, and the aroma wafting in the air made people salivate.

Looking at the various fresh fruits and vegetables, purple grapes, pink peaches, and green watermelons placed in front of the vendor stalls, it feels nourishing. The enthusiastic hawking is filled with a strong atmosphere of market fireworks.

It is the smoke of fireworks that makes people feel energetic and at peace. Only such bustling city can make a heartbroken person feel the beauty of the world.

Xiao Yunfan thought in his heart: "Go to hell! Fighting and killing all day long is just stupid. I think I am superior to others because I have learned some martial arts. Compared with these ordinary people, I am simply stupid.

What is the right path or what is the evil path? After all, it is not the way to hell. Since neither the right path nor the evil path tolerates me, then why don't I find a way of my own? I won't hinder you, and you can't even think of hindering me." One thought.

At this point, he suddenly felt heroic, as if there was another broad road between heaven and earth for him to walk.

The master of the City of Darkness was very scheming, and Xiao Yunfan couldn't see through him. He thought to himself: "Mr. Xunyi is neither good nor evil, so why does he want to help me? Is it true that he just wants to see something as he said?

A good show.

If it were just for this reason, the price to pay would be a bit high. He wanted to keep me and make me surrender to him. But the dark city he created is still a world where the weak eat the strong. What I, Xiao Yunfan, can't stand the most is relying on the strong to bully the weak.

, If I want to stay in that place and be a dog wagging its tail begging for mercy, it would be better for me to be killed by people of both good and evil ways.

He has appointed so many masters to me. Could it be that he also covets General Qi's military book? It's like a mantis stalking a cicada, with the oriole behind.

Judging from the fact that the Ghost Prime Minister sent people to seize the book of war, they probably wanted to provoke a war. The enemies of the Ming Dynasty are in the north, and if this book fell into the hands of the Tatars, they would use the book's strategies to train their soldiers and then invade.

We have great territory in the Ming Dynasty, and the consequences will be extremely bad.

General Qi has the ambition to clean up the world. In my opinion, the purpose of this military book written by him is the same as that of the ancient sages. Military affairs are the same as martial arts. The fundamental purpose is to stop the enemy, not to attack, and to fight only as a last resort.

The world is peaceful, there will never be war, and the people are happy, which is the way to go. But once this military book falls into the hands of thieves, and given time, the other side provokes a war, the Ming Dynasty's territory will definitely be ignited, and the people will be plunged into dire straits. No matter what,

, this military book must not fall into the wrong hands.

If the imperial court seizes this military book, it will most likely be destroyed. In that case, General Qi's most of his life's hard work will be wasted, which is a pity. This military book must not be handed over to the imperial court. This time the imperial court will have no choice but to seize it.

Outside the book, the young emperor probably believed the lies and intended to harm the old general.

The old general has dedicated his life to the country and the people, and is a true hero. Even if I, Xiao Yunfan, risk my life, I will try to protect him. Besides, General Qi has a very close relationship with his family, so I cannot stand by and watch."

It turned out that Xie Tianya had accompanied Qi Jiguang in his campaign against Japanese pirates in his early years, and the two of them were inseparable. However, Xie Tianya was later involved in other affairs and left the Qi family army. While he was deep in thought, Fang Kui pushed open the door and entered. Fang Kui had a dark look on his face.

The iron mask only covered the upper half of his face, leaving his chin exposed.

Fang Kui sat on the table opposite him and asked, "You're finally awake. Did you come to me because you wanted to eat mint leaves?" Xiao Yunfan smiled and said, "If you have some, then take them.

Give me some to try, you're not a stingy person anyway."

Fang Kui grabbed a handful from a cowhide bag on his waist and gave it to Xiao Yunfan. Xiao Yunfan took it and stuffed it into his mouth and chewed it. The refreshing coolness greatly benefited him.

At this time, there was a hint of cunning in his eyes, and he said with a smile: "I invited Brother Fang here to ask you a question." Fang Kui said: "What?" Xiao Yunfan said: "Does your master also know this military book?

Interested?" Fang Kui said: "You are worrying too much, the Lord has no interest in this kind of thing."

Xiao Yunfan sighed and said, "I judge a gentleman's belly with a villain's heart." Fang Kui said, "I advise you to be more careful about what you say in the future. In front of me, I can go in with one ear and out with the other. In front of others, I can go in with one ear and out with the other."

I don’t think you can ask for anything good.”

Xiao Yunfan's face turned slightly red and he said: "Brother Fang, I really don't understand why your master wants to help me? Is he really not afraid of offending people of both black and white?" Fang Kui said: "The Lord only acts according to his likes and dislikes.

, what kind of rules and dogmas are insignificant in his eyes. To be honest, he can help you, that is your blessing. If you continue to be suspicious of this and that, I think you are a bit ignorant. "

Xiao Yunfan smiled and said: "It's not that Mr. Xiao is careless, but that the world is dangerous and people's hearts are unpredictable. I've already suffered a loss once. If I want to be fooled again, wouldn't it be worth it?" Fang Kui said: "You

I can understand your concerns. But let me remind you again that if you doubt the Lord, it is best not to let others know, otherwise I will not be able to control what extreme things they do."

The group went all the way north, first arriving at Huai'an, then turning to Yanzhou, then passing through Qingzhou, Laizhou, and finally arriving at Dengzhou Prefecture. Everyone changed their clothes and everything was calm along the way. Dengzhou Prefecture governs Penglai and governs Ninghai Prefecture, Penglai County, and Huangzhou Prefecture.

County, Fushan County, Qixia County, Zhaoyuan County, Laiyang County and Wendeng County.

Xiao Yunfan asked everyone to wait at the inn and went to visit Qi Jiguang's residence. After he came to Penglai County to inquire about nearby villagers, he went to Qi's mansion to visit. Qi Jiguang did not live in the mansion at this time, but moved to a nearby fishing village to rest. Xiao Yunfan went

The Qi Mansion was empty, and with the guidance of the Qi family, they went to visit the fishing village near the seaside.

The thought of meeting this old hero made Xiao Yunfan feel proud and excited. He walked slowly outside the wooden gate, raised his hands and said, "Xiao Yunfan, a member of the Langjian sect, pays homage to General Qi."

Qi Jiguang has been recuperating in the past few days and his complexion has improved a lot. He is telling stories to several children at the moment, with a kind smile on his face. A boy with a round face wearing a double bun said to Qi Jiguang when he heard the guests coming: "Qi Jiguang

Old man, someone is looking for you."

Qi Jiguang stood up straight and walked to the front door, leaning on a cane. The door was open, Xiao Yunfan looked at the old general, knelt on one knee and said loudly: "Xiao Yunfan from Langjian sect pays homage to General Qi.

"

Qi Jiguang looked him over with eyes on his thin cheeks and said

: "I have long since disbanded my troops and returned to my field. Don't mention the word General Qi again. You said you are from the Langjian Sect?" Xiao Yunfan said: "That's right. My nephew Xiao Yunfan. My master, I'm afraid of Xie Tianya."

Qi Jiguang said happily: "Oh, it turns out he is Brother Xie's apprentice. Good boy, get up, get up." The children were also quite curious when they saw this stranger. Qi Jiguang asked an older child to lead the other children

Go play somewhere else and come back later to listen to the story.

Xiao Yunfan stood up, walked to Qi Jiguang, and helped him to the seat. Then he put several gifts he had prepared aside. Qi Jiguang smiled and said, "My dear nephew, how is your master?" Xiao Yunfan asked.

: "My master passed away three years ago."

When Qi Jiguang heard this, he sighed. He was silent for a long time, and tears flowed from his eyes. Xiao Yunfan said: "Uncle Shi, your old man is not in the mansion, why did you move to this fishing village?"

Qi Jiguang stretched out his sleeves and wiped his tears and said: "It's too boring to stay in the house, but it's more comfortable to stay in this fishing village. It's a pleasure to watch the fishermen go out to sea in the morning to catch fish in the morning sun, and to see them returning home with full loads at sunset."

As I get older, I like to stay with children. Reading stories to these children from time to time can also comfort me."

When Xiao Yunfan heard this, he couldn't help sighing. This pillar of the Ming Dynasty, a powerful figure, commanded the three armies and swept away the Japanese invasion in the southeast. He was so majestic. He guarded Jimen and was impregnable, preventing the northern barbarians from advancing even an inch. How high-spirited he was. However,

At this moment, his face could not see the arrogance and fierceness that looked down on the world. Instead, there was a kind of calmness and calmness after experiencing the world.

That night, Qi Jiguang asked his son to prepare some simple meals for Xiao Yunfan. There was no drinking during the dinner. Qi Jiguang's eyes only had a strange light when he talked about the time when he and Xie Tianya joined forces to fight against the Japanese. In addition, his words did not

not much.

Qi Zuoguo had doubts about Xiao Yunfan's arrival. After serving Qi Jiguang to sleep, he came to visit him. Qi Zuoguo cupped his hands and said, "Brother Xiao, what are you trying to do with my father? You might as well tell me frankly." Xiao Yunfan said, "Why did brother Qi say that?

"

Qi Zuoguo sneered and said: "Brother Xiao, if you are a royal guard sent by the imperial court to arrest my father, then you have made the wrong idea. My father has been ill since he resigned from office. Who do you make friends with and what things do you do in your daily life? Penglai County

Ling must know everything." Xiao Yunfan frowned and said: "Brother Qi is wrong, I am not a royal guard, let alone a public official. I am just a person in the world."

Qi Zuoguo said: "What are your intentions in approaching my father as a Jianghu man? Tell me quickly." Xiao Yunfan saw that he was impatient, so he stopped beating around the bush and said loudly: "Little brother Xiao Yunfan, I am here to help the Qi family.

."

Qi Zuoguo sneered and said: "My father has been disarmed and returned to his homeland. Is it possible that someone in the court still refuses to give up and wants to kill my Qi family? Even so, what can you do as a Jianghu person?"

If you are really Xiao Yunfan, then I have heard that the floods in the south of the Yangtze River, which destroyed the embankments and flooded the fields, were your fault. Even if those people in the rivers and lakes do not pursue you, the royal court's law will always deal with you. You can't protect yourself, and you still have time to take care of it.

What's our family's business?" This was quite rude. Fortunately, Xiao Yunfan was generous and didn't take it to heart.

Xiao Yunfan said lightly: "Brother Qi, I have already told you my purpose of coming. If you don't believe me, I have nothing to say. However, I advise you to try to take General Qi to avoid the limelight. The court may

Be tough."
Chapter completed!