Tianlong Sword Guanghan

Chapter 22 22. The Old Man in White Clothes

The bright moon rises from the Tianshan Mountains, among the vast sea of ​​clouds.

Tens of thousands of miles of long wind blows Yumen Pass.

Han went down Baideng Road and looked at Qinghai Bay.

Originated from the battlefield, no one returned.

The garrison looked at the border town, thinking about how bitter it was.

High-rise buildings this night, sighing is not free.

This is a sentence written by poets of the Tang Dynasty admiring the scenery of Ningxia's borderlands. Lay Qinglian used poetry and wine in the name of poetry, and it has been passed down in history.What the world doesn't know is that he is also a peerless swordsman. 300 years later, the frontier land of Ningxia in the heyday of the Tang Dynasty has now become a country of barbarians full of fishy smells, but the blood in the hearts of Chinese men will not be extinguished, and the old land of Yan and Huang will be passed down forever.

At this time, although the territory of Xixia was smaller than that of Liao and Song, it was also a big country in the west.The lord of the Western Xia Kingdom has already proclaimed himself emperor.The current emperor of Xixia is named Li Qianshun, known as Emperor Chongzong Shengwen in history, and his reign title is "Tianhu Min'an". At that time, the government was peaceful and the country was prosperous and the people were safe.

Under Emperor Li's hard work, Xixia became more and more powerful, ready to make a move, eyeing the borderlands of the Great Song Dynasty covetously.

He named Helian Tieshu the "Great General of Conquering the East" and set up a "Yipin Hall" in the hope that Xixia's Wenzhi and martial arts will be all first-rank.

Unfortunately, things are not harmonious.

Three years ago, Helian Tieshu had an unlucky character and provoked a god of killing for no reason. After making a fuss, he lost his troops and lost his generals.However, the main hall of the Yamen of "Yipintang" was full of blood, and the warriors under his command did not dare to complain to the east, which has become a name for laughing at the world.

Three months ago, Helian Tieshu was called to follow the order to Chaosong, but in fact he secretly spied on the geography of the mountains and rivers of the Song Dynasty, and brought together a group of experts to seek secret medicine from someone, intending to protect the evil star of Li Xiaoyao and the Huguo of the Song Dynasty. The beggar gang, the pillar of martial arts among the people, was wiped out in one fell swoop.

Unexpectedly, for this expedition, Helian Tieshu's horoscope is far from unlucky, it is really "a big disaster".Although he found the beggar gang as he wished, he also angered the evil star.As a result, the four villains went back to one, and the masters under the hall suffered heavy losses.

Although Helian Tieshu was protected by the rule of "the two countries are at war, the envoy is not beheaded", and he was spared.But it was looted by the evil star.

Poor "Great General Zhengdong", penniless, and slowly came back by selling his mounts and saving money all the way.He wanted to indulge his masters and plunder everywhere, but from the second day on, the evil star rode alone, hanging far behind him, and if anyone left the team to do the robbery, he would lose his head. All are terrified.

It was only when a group of people entered the Xixia border poorly that Helian Tieshu was able to eat a full meal. Seeing that Li Xiaoyao was no longer behind him, after a rest, he galloped back to the capital with the remnants of the defeated soldiers.

The Emperor Xixia saw that he was really pitiful, so he just fined him and ordered him to rebuild the "Yipintang".Today is the first time he has been promoted to the head of the hall after returning to China.

Helian Tieshu sat upright in the main hall of the yamen, looking at the few masters who were alone in the hall.Thinking of the "Yipintang" full of talents and unprecedented grandeur before departure, I couldn't help feeling sour and almost shed tears.

The master on the side was originally from the Song Dynasty, and his name was Kong Xiayong.He was originally a talented scholar in the Song Dynasty, but after repeated failures, he felt resentful, so he imitated the people of the middle school, sold his ancestors for glory, changed his name to "Xia Yong", and took refuge in Xixia.Seeing that he was familiar with the personnel affairs of the Song Dynasty, Helian Tieshu hired him as a teacher.

At this moment, Kong Xiayong saw his benefactor was sad, so he stood up and comforted him: "General, don't be discouraged. Back then, Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty fought with Xiang Yu and the Chu and Han. He was defeated repeatedly and won the 400-year history of the Han family. The Marquis of Huaiyin was also punished. The humiliation of the next is the general of the Han Dynasty, who wiped out the seven kingdoms. In the next battle, the overlord of Western Chu was trapped and killed. Today, the general is only slightly frustrated. .Soldiers of the three armies, use your life bravely. The general will cheer up in the future, recruit talents, and make a comeback. The victory or defeat is even more uncertain."

When Helian Tieshu heard this, his heart felt really hot.Never thought that this dog-like thing could say such ironic words.Suddenly, two points of strength came out of nowhere in his heart.Looking up at the master, he said: "Thank you sir for your guidance, but now I am seriously injured in Yipintang, but I don't know what tricks you can teach me?"

Kong Xia smiled with his beard, but it's a pity that he has a deer head and mouse eyes, and a short beard under his jaw. It really doesn't match the Zhang Yi Su Qin's attitude that he often compares to himself, and his writing is like Kong Ming's appearance.Seeing the anxious look on Xi Xia's benefactor, Kong Xia shook his head, intoxicated, and said slowly: "I have three strategies, the top, the middle, and the bottom, and I will offer them to the general."

Helian Tieshu has always admired the culture and education of the Song Dynasty, and he also read a few books when he was young.He hurriedly asked: "The plan will be released?" Kong Xia Yong felt that he had never been so energetic in his life.He nodded and said: "This is the best strategy. It is to strengthen the foundation and cultivate the talents. The general either uses a lot of money or an official position as a bait to collect martial arts secrets from all over the world, and then selects athletes from the army. After ten years of experience, he can get a strong soldier. Can run rampant in the world."

He Lian Tieshu nodded and said: "This is the old saying of seeking the country, but I have suffered setbacks in recent years. If I can't make achievements in the near future, I am afraid that I will lose my holy family. My personal honor and disgrace are nothing. This is the legacy of future generations. It’s a clever plan, but most likely it won’t last.”

Kong Xia said in praise: "The general puts the state affairs first and does not care about his own honor or disgrace. He is really the pillar of my great summer!" For a moment, flattery was like a continuous river in the lobby, and flattery was like a surging river.

Seeing that the benefactor of Xixia was very useful, Kong Xiayong couldn't help feeling happy, and then said: "Since the best strategy is too slow, I have another strategy, which is to find another way. Under the general's command, the masters are withered. If we enter the Central Plains martial arts again at this moment, we will be greatly injured." Although Xia warriors are brave and invincible, even if one fights ten, it is inevitable that they will be defeated by two fists. Why not, the general focuses on spying on the puppet Song army, and helps our Daxia cavalry attack the Song Dynasty with all our strength. Three or five years later, my Daxia cavalry When you set foot in the Central Plains, the general should take the lead."

Helian Tieshu said yes again and again, he was overjoyed and said: "I have got Mr., like a fish in water." After thinking about it, he said worriedly: "Mr. This plan is good, but my army of Great Xia, with cavalry as the main force, even if it is I do my best to help, but it is difficult to convince the generals who command the army, although they are all dedicated to the country, they always have to distinguish between priorities."

Seeing that the benefactor of Xixia did not use his own strategy, Kong Xiayong was anxious, the eyes of the little mouse rolled, and the poisonous plan came to his heart, he took a step forward, lowered his voice, and said: "I have another strategy, I will present it to the general, this is for you. Divorce is also true."

Helian Tieshu hurriedly asked: "Please explain in detail, sir."

Kong Xia cupped his hands slightly, and said: "The general can send spies to infiltrate the Song Dynasty, publicize the merits of the Beggars' Gang, and boast of the strength of the Beggars' Gang. When the Beggars' Gang becomes famous all over the world, they will buy a few officials , to the Song Emperor, he said: "The beggars' gang has high merits, there is no reward, and it is powerful, and the number of gangs is no less than a million. If there are people with ulterior motives, they will raise their arms, and they may have something unbearable." Just This sentence makes the puppet Song court urgently want to get rid of the gang of beggars."

Helian Tieshu wondered: "The beggar gang is the pillar of the Great Song Dynasty's martial arts, how could the Song Emperor be willing to cut off his own arm?" Kong Xia smiled while touching his chest, and said: "The general doesn't know the court of the Song Dynasty, and he respects foreign enemies. To govern the common people, it is necessary to be fierce. If the general implements this strategy, he will definitely be able to defeat the enemy's country in the temple."

Helian Tieshu clapped his palms and laughed: "Okay, okay, okay. Mister is really good and fair to me. I will definitely recommend Mr. to His Majesty after this plan is successful. Lu is at your fingertips!"

Kong Xiayong was grateful, and knelt down in the tunnel and said: "The general's kindness is as high as the sky and the sea is deep, and the virtue of Daxia has been saved by the common people. I wish to devote myself to Daxia until I die."

Helian Tieshu was about to "respect the virtuous corporal", but there was a chuckle outside the window, and then there was a "wow", a black shadow smashed through the window and broke into the lobby.Many masters in Yipintang looked intently, and all of them had sweaty palms.It turned out that it was Li Xiaoyao standing in the middle of the lobby holding the black iron sword.

Helian Tieshu said "Ah yo" in his heart, and thought to himself: "Why is this evil star again?" His legs were weak, so he could only sit upright on the hall, and said: "Li Xiaoyao, you are so bold, how dare you break into my first-class hall?"

Li Xiaoyao curled his lips and said, "It's not a day or two since I've been bold. In the future, when I come again a few times, you'll get used to it."

He Lian Tieshu almost twisted his mouth in anger, but he saw that Kong Xia protected in front of Helian Tieshu with a whole body of righteousness and utter loyalty, pointed at Li Xiaoyao, and said sharply: "Evil thief, how dare you insult the majesty of my Great Xia court?" , I am at odds with you!"

Li Xiaoyao sighed: "Your Excellency is really a loyal minister and filial son of the Western Xia Barbarians. I don't know what you said just now, you are willing to devote yourself to the Western Xia until your death, but is it true?"

Kong Xia swore by pointing at the sky, and said: "I will be born as a man of Great Xia, and die as a ghost of Great Xia. Loyalty can be learned from the sun!"

Li Xiaoyao gave a thumbs up and praised: "I admire, I admire, if that's the case, then you should be a ghost!" After saying that, he straightened his sword and stabbed away.Among the people in the hall, who is willing to fight a fierce tiger to save a dog?They all took a step back, not daring to step forward.

That Kong Xiayong originally thought that this time it would be the same as it was three years ago, Yipintang would use all its skills to besiege Li Xiaoyao.Therefore, he worked hard to perform in front of Xi Xia's benefactor, and only hoped for a "loyal and good" comment.

But who would have thought that Li Xiaoyao followed all the way from the south of the Yangtze River in this hall and broke his courage. Who would dare to beat him straight when Li Xiaoyao came out with the black iron sword?Traitors and lackeys, death is death, I am a hero of the first rank, with a passion for blood, how can I throw it away easily?Therefore, when everyone in Yipin Hall saw that Kong Xia killed him with one move, but Li Xiaoyao put his sword back and stood there, they all heaved a sigh of relief.

Li Xiaoyao looked at the crowd and asked, "Where is the 'full of evil'?" Seeing no one answered, he pointed to Helian Tieshu and said, "You answer." Helian Tieshu's back felt cold, and said, "That Duan Sir, after being injured, he left on his own and has not returned at this moment."

Li Xiaoyao was greatly disappointed, he wanted to kill the grass and roots along the way, to block the "full of evil", so that he really deserved his name.Unexpectedly, this person was so obedient that he hid himself.

"Forget it, Old He, I still have something to ask, and please explain to me." Li Xiaoyao stepped forward and said to Helian Tieshu.

Seeing that he was only three steps away from him, Helian Tieshu felt his hands and feet were cold, and secretly looked down the hall. The few masters who had survived were watching their noses with their eyes and their hearts with their noses.Standing quietly, it is like a mud-bodied woodcarving.

Angry and startled in his heart, he nodded again and again and said: "Mr. Li, please, I know everything....Uh, Mr. Li, my surname is Helian."

Seeing that he was so obedient, Li Xiaoyao smiled kindly and said, "Okay, Lao He, then please tell me, where does your 'sorrowful breeze' come from? I am very grateful."

Seeing him smile, Helian Tieshu hurriedly said, as if seeing a scourge, "This item belongs to the royal family. Three months ago, before I went to Song Dynasty, it was given to me by Your Majesty."

Li Xiaoyao pondered for a moment, staring straight into Helian Tieshu's eyes, and when Helian Tieshu was sweating profusely, he laughed and said, "Old He, we're happy to cooperate."

After finishing speaking, he swaggered, passed through the crowd, and walked away.

Helian Tieshu and the others stood still.After waiting for more than half an hour, guessing that Li Xiaoyao had already left, he let out a sigh of relief, seeing Helian Tieshu sitting on the hall with a livid face.They all praised Helian Tieshu for being fearless in the face of danger and retreating from powerful enemies wisely.

Needless to say, there are a lot of flattery in Yipin's dignified yamen.Let's say that Li Xiaoyao walked through the house and alley, and went straight into the palace.He is very good at light work, and he also entered the Song Dynasty Palace to steal wine. This time, he regained his old business, so the sky is bright and the sun is shining, but no one notices.

However, the layout of imperial palaces in different countries is naturally different. In the Great Song Dynasty Palace, he even sniffed and stole wine, but this time when he was looking for things like "Sad Crisp Breeze", his nose was no longer good.

Li Xiaoyao didn't care, so he turned over from room to room.He had bad luck in gambling today, and he searched until Maoshi, but still found nothing.

After he searched a small courtyard in the northwest corner of the palace, he was about to leave when he heard a gentle female voice next to his ear: "Little friend, you have been searching for a long time, but did you find what you wanted?"

Although Li Xiaoyao was prepared in his heart, he never expected that at this moment when his martial arts was perfect, there would still be someone who could silently follow him for half a day without noticing.He hurriedly turned his head to look, and on the roof, there was a person covered in white, standing facing the wind.

Thinking of the appearance under the mask, he felt sad in his heart, bowed deeply, and said: "I have met the third uncle, and my master gave me the name 'Li Xiaoyao'."

(End of this chapter)