The Legend of Swing Sword and Execution of Demons

Chapter 744 Morning tea nonsense

Suzhou City.

As the war spread and approached, the huge city of Suzhou also fell into a tense atmosphere of war.

Most of the people in the city did not have the eyes and hands to know the specific battle situation.

Little did he know that the frontline position occupied by the Japanese was less than a hundred miles away from his doorstep.

They also didn’t know that Liang Feixiong, the commander of the Suzhou capital, had already “made his own initiative” to mobilize troops to strengthen city defense and coastal defense and rush to support Zhejiang.

What’s more, if the three secret caves of the Red Sect in Pinghai County had not been destroyed a few months ago, today’s Gusu City would have been reduced to an isolated island surrounded by smoke.

But would you have noticed that Gusu, which is so prosperous that it can be said to be a city that never sleeps, has begun to implement a late-night curfew policy, and it seems that the whole city is under martial law.

Didn’t you see that in the past half month, the flow of goods between Suzhou and other places has visibly shrunk, and the prices of fresh vegetables, fruits, and raw meat on the market have begun to rise.

Didn't you see that scattered visitors from the south came to the city to seek refuge with their relatives? The dock warehouse that was originally managed by the Red Order was renovated to house a large number of people who went north to escape the war.

It can be said that the original normal rhythm of life of the residents in the city has been broken. Not only are everyone's daily activities cautious and fearful, but they can't help but be cautious and timid.

Although in this atmosphere, there are still many people diverting their attention in the entertainment venues, but the number of people visiting wine shops, gambling houses, and hanging out in the fireworks alleys is far less than usual.

Even the most prosperous Yichun Courtyard is no exception.

In the past ten days, Yichun Hospital cannot be said to be deserted, but its business has indeed been greatly affected.

After all, with the curfew in place, if guests arrive at night, they have to decide whether to leave early or stay until dawn.

You can't go or stay as freely as before, which naturally kills your interest.

In comparison, the passenger flow during the day, which is less than one-third of the usual, appears to be more prosperous than at night.

Even so, regular customer Bao Dawen still unswervingly supports Yichun Court's business.

This early in the morning, I went to the unique residence of Miss Qingchen.

Not long after, the fresh and elegant music of the piano sounded in the room.

No one knew that apart from Bao Dawen and Qingchen, even the Madam Third Yiniang was also present.

Xu was in a hurry to welcome the guests, Qingchen was still wearing a light nightgown and a red fur coat to keep warm, and she wore an upturned bun, probably to show her energy.

Fortunately, the visitors were not real guests. The intelligence center of the Dark Palace was supported and activated by the three people in the room.

It's just that before Emperor Yan returned to Youjing Imperial City, all the contacts between the three of them were cautious and airtight, and they were not as relaxed and comfortable as they are now.

Although Qingchen is plucking the strings on the rotating shaft, his thoughts are not in his fingers.

The third aunt was making tea, but because her companion was inquiring about the conversation, her movements stopped and continued. It took a long time before the first tea was poured into the cup.

For this apparent shopkeeper of Yichunyuan, he has been able to run the largest and most prosperous Fengyan Tower in Gusu City steadily for more than ten years without a single incident. Say more.

No matter what kind of big occasion you are in, it is not a problem to observe people and talk while making tea.

These stumbling behaviors at the moment are only due to the fact that both body and mind are in a state of leisure.

On the other hand, Bao Dawen looked as if he had no moral character at all, sitting slumped in all directions.

Unable to wait for tea, I ate melon seeds, my mouth was full of fluids, and I was chattering.

This time Bao inquired about disturbing people's sleep so early in the morning. It was true that he came with a mission. After explaining it to the two of them in a few words, he and San Yiniang chatted about the recent war.

Especially when talking about Zhan Lihua, who almost had the chance to blow the butt of Gusu City, and the proud and bloodthirsty group under his command, the topic couldn't stop getting deeper and deeper.

Two rebel armies suddenly appeared in Pinghai County. It is easy to think that this was a back-up plan deployed by Yu Tian during his lifetime or a counterattack by the remnants of the Red Sect.

After the collapse of the Red Sect, there was no sign of Tian Li, the leader of Dingtang Hall, which made people suspicious that he was stirring up trouble everywhere.

After all, Hall Ding is in charge of human affairs, and Tian Li, who rarely shows his face in the world, is said to be extremely good at winning over people's hearts, and his methods must be extraordinary.

Based on this, the old man and Luo Piaoling sent Long Yanling and Dong Qing respectively to target Zhan Lihua.

This is a speculation that has been spread among the world after the recent surrender of Zhan Lihua and Chen Xiaobo, and the surrender of the Proud Bloodthirsty Group and the Kamikaze Battalion.

For the three intelligence chiefs in the field, they do not need to travel around to inquire in person, nor do they need to hear hearsay on the streets.

As they sit here, they have already learned several facts that people have speculated but cannot confirm.

Zhan Lihua was injured, but not dead.

And it is certain that Zhan Lihua was rescued by Tian Li.

Mrs. Haitang, who bewitched Chen Xiaobo and led the kamikaze rebellion, was also Tian Li himself.

But they can't help but be interested in some rumors.

Because there is still a certain value in exploring why Tian Li rescued Zhan Lihua and where they will go from here.

If Tian Li can trick Chen Xiaobo into working for her and make Zhan Lihua fall in love with her, how many Zhongzhou generals and martial arts masters will be lured by her and fall under her sway?

This is undoubtedly not a small problem for Zhongzhou's defense line against foreign barbarians.

"I think Tian Li is going into seclusion and will not appear in the interior of Zhongzhou again."

Qingchen, who had been silent for a long time and played the piano silently, suddenly spoke. Although his tone was soft and his words were short, he concluded with an affirmative tone.

After finally taking a sip of tea, I didn't forget to look at the bag that was chewing melon seeds and cast a curious look, asking: "How did the big girl come to this conclusion?"

The big girl Bao asked about was referring to Qingchen's number one status and her great mind.

Not long after they first met, Qingchen would scratch his nose and look at this smooth-tongued greasy man. After getting familiar with this thick-skinned and shameless guy who only dared to take advantage of his words, he let the other person call him nonsense. .

Seeing Qingchen stop playing the piano and express his inner thoughts, Third Yiniang couldn't help but raise her eyelids slightly and listen to him.

"The Japanese charm technique certainly sounds like it has some skills, after all, even Dong Qing and Long Yanling were both affected by it.

"But it is certain that the effect of this kind of charm method is only for that moment.

"A moment of opportunity may hurt or kill someone, but it is not enough to control people's hearts and distort their minds.

"It takes a lot of time and cost to make another person submissive and let a group of people throw their lives and blood.

"This time can be as short as ten days and a half, as long as three years and five years, or even longer.

"As for the price to pay, skin-to-skin intimacy is still the cheapest. Most of the time, you have to be on the same wavelength with the other person mentally and empathize with the other person mentally."

After hearing the idea given by Qingchen, Bao Wenqing and San Yiniang both nodded and felt that it made sense.

Bao Wenzhen said first: "It's reasonable and well-founded. Chen Xiaobo's sudden change of nature is very consistent with this logic."

Third Yiniang also said: "As for Zhan Lihua's complete fall, it must be the result of Tian Li's time and energy spent brainwashing the other party."

Bao Wenting raised his fist and beat his palm, and laughed as if he had some enlightenment.

“Speaking of which, this Japanese lady is really capable and plays really well.

"A few months ago, I was messing with the Oara people in the northeast, convincing those rough men to start making trouble early." "When I came back and found out that my old nest was taken away, I didn't feel downcast, but worked harder.

"He came to Pinghai without stopping, joined the Proud Bloodthirsty Group, and held Zhan Lihua firmly.

"At the same time, I also made full use of my time. Here I appeased the young man who was full of energy, and there I immediately found the weakness of the old man who had lost his wife for many years and whose life was waning. Both sides worked together to manage it, and they both surrendered. What do you want to do? Just do whatever you want.

“And it’s not just two people, there are thousands of people behind them.

"Hi~!"

At this point, Bao Wenzhen didn't dare to think further or talk nonsense.

His lips trembled, his whole body trembled, and he concluded: "Japanese thaumaturgy is so terrifying!"

Only then did San Yiniang spat and said disdainfully: "They are all sorcery that cannot be put on the stage and cannot be seen in the light!"

Bao Wenwen retorted: "That's what I say, but it doesn't work for playing dirty tricks."

Then he added: "According to what the eldest girl said just now, after Tian Li rescued the pretty boy, he didn't plan to use this unique skill? He washed his hands in the golden basin and then hid the Han in the golden house?"

Qingchen said: "That's probably the case."

Bao Wenqin asked in surprise: "Hide your craftsmanship, just keep a pretty face, and live a life without shame? Why?"

Qingchen looked out the window and seemed to be looking far, far away, and said: "If the fight against the foreign barbarians is successful this time, the world will be peaceful and peaceful for a while. What will you plan to do then?"

Bao Wenting was startled by Qingchen's question-and-answer question. He quickly realized what the other party meant, but he didn't think about what to do next. He said: "I'll probably just walk around, in Gusu Square and all kinds of places." Such people are chatting nonsense, after all, I like the excitement. "

"Where is the third aunt?" Qingchen asked.

While Bao was asking for an answer, Third Yiniang was also thinking about the future and replied: "I might prefer to stay at home. It would be better if I still have the opportunity to raise my husband and raise my children."

Bao Wentan, Qingchen and San Yiniang are all old acquaintances, and they still feel that San Yiniang's identity is mysterious.

Third Yiniang is over fifty years old. Her name has never been mentioned, and no one has ever dared to mention or ask about her past.

These were secrets that Bao Bao didn't even dare to inquire about. The two of them only knew that the support behind San Yiniang's ability to sit in such a prestigious building in Gusu City, the second heart of Zhongzhou, was absolutely indispensable.

Feng Shan is a good boss behind the scenes, but he is too young. Perhaps only the old emperor who originally included San Yiniang as one of the twenty-eight constellations in the dark palace is qualified and has the skills to support her.

Especially when this topic comes up now, San Yiniang's answer is more like a yearning that cannot be obtained.

Duxiu was silent for a while. San Yiniang realized that Xu had made the atmosphere too embarrassing. She was about to say something when she heard Qing Chen say: "Just like San Yiniang, I am also tired. If that day comes, I will redeem myself as soon as possible, leave here, and live a good life for myself.”

Qingchen smiled like a flower, looking forward to a better future.

Bao Wenwen looked at the Chuchen Fairy who seemed to be smiling at him, and his laughter flowed from the corners of his mouth uncontrollably.

Snap!

Bao Wentan received a slap from Third Yiniang, swallowed his saliva, and sat upright.

As if nothing happened, he said: "I mean, even if Tian Li himself has completely fallen into the arms of Zhan Lihua, and wants to take the pretty boy away and live in seclusion in the mountains, will they in Japan allow it?"

Qing Chen said: "It's impossible to say. It's possible that they can exchange credit for freedom. Tian Li must have taken the most credit in disrupting the situation in Zhongzhou. If she doesn't want to do it anymore, then even if their king is still the emperor, You have to politely invite her back to support her, right? Even if there is no such thing as freedom in exchange for merit, with her ability, few people can cause trouble for her, no matter if she is hiding in Zhongzhou, Japan, or an unknown island. ”

Bao inquired: "If it's the latter, life will definitely be uncomfortable."

Third Yiniang said: "You don't need to worry about how others live."

Bao inquired and heard: "That's true. We have to thank her for not staying around to continue causing trouble to Zhongzhou. It's really a good move, a wonderful move!"

Qing Chen said: "I wish she would have no peace in the future. Once she leaves, the mess left for us will not be easy to clean up."

When Bao Da heard this, he lightly beat his head, closed his eyes and pretended to cry: "Stop talking, stop talking, my head hurts when I think of leaving Suzhou and going south. I haven't been out of Suzhou in a long time!" "

Although the turmoil between the two rebel armies in Pinghai County has subsided, the subsequent waves will only get higher and higher.

Under the leadership of Tian Li, Zhan Lihua, Chen Xiaobo and the Japanese army cooperated internally and externally to break through the iron-barrel-like defense line of Zhongzhou.

The gap is at the bottom of the barrel. Although it is not big at first, it can be said that a slight change can affect the whole body.

With this confusion, the defense line from central to southern Zhongzhou has been involved and gradually become a mess.

Coupled with the combined efforts of all foreign barbarians, a violent attack on Zhongzhou is imminent.

This time, the Anbu Palace was not willing to be outdone by the Anbu and had contributed a lot, but it was also overwhelmed by the complicated battle situation. It was in urgent need of a veteran in handling intelligence to coordinate and sort out the overall situation.

Among the three people who have been staying at the intelligence center of Gusu City, this grown man Bao Chengcheng must be the most suitable candidate.

When he came to Yichun Court, he also wanted to enjoy it for two days, and then set off to suffer when he was satisfied.

Listening to Bao Qing's talk of discomfort, Qingchen also thoughtfully helped him think of the benefits.

"It's not all bad going south."

Bao asked suspiciously: "What's the benefit?"

Qingchen looked into his bag and pointed his finger at himself and said, "You don't like to be wrapped in thick clothes because they are too hot and too heavy. It's quite warm in the south now, isn't it just right?"

Bao Wentan frowned, folded his hands and hugged his elbows, and said reluctantly: "But I'm afraid of mosquito bites. There are many mosquitoes in the south!"

Qingchen raised his index finger and pointed out the important point: "It's better to be bitten by a mosquito than to be chased by a dead person. If you go to Fujian, you will still have an old man to protect you. At least your life is guaranteed to be safe."

Bao Wenqing didn't refute this time, and said: "I really can't believe that Ji Mucheng actually formed an army of the undead. Do you think there is something wrong with the brains of those people in Du Zhu, so they went to death so willingly, and they didn't enjoy the happiness in the end?" They?"

The third aunt was filled with emotion after hearing this.

“Maybe this is a certain aspect of people’s nature.

“Just like some parents, they are always thinking about providing more protection for their children and grandchildren, so that they will not suffer or have difficulty getting through difficulties in the future.

"Even the Japanese people who try their best to come to Zhongzhou for generations have worked tirelessly to expand their territory, not just for their own present, but also for the future.

“Winter is becoming more and more difficult for the Oara people. In addition to looking for survival territories further afield, going south is another way for them to survive for their descendants.

"People from Du Zhu should be like this."

Bao Wenwen and Qingchen were a little touched when they heard this.

But not long after, Bao Wenzhen said unhappily: "What Third Yiniang said is reasonable, but they are not comfortable living, and they have no reason to take action on us. We must not let them do it!"

Third Yiniang also came to her senses and realized that she had overstepped her authority, and said with shame: "Of course we have to fight them back where they came from."

Bao inquired: "It would be best to fight back and collect the debt in full, just like Xiao Daxia and Yan Daxia did back then... It's a pity that Xiao Daxia, a great man of his generation, has such a rebellious clan brother, who in turn brings harm to Zhongzhou."

Third Yiniang smiled wryly and put on a preachy face and said: "People are always very complicated. It is difficult to generalize about good and evil. The descendants of heroes may not necessarily be heroes, and the descendants of rebels are also likely to be loyal people."

When Bao inquired about it, he couldn't help but clasped his fists and begged: "Okay, Third Yiniang, please stop chanting. After I leave, you should keep an eye on the north. It's quite calm there right now, but big noise will come at any time!"

Recently, I had to catch up with the big inspection that happens every five years at work. I was exhausted every day. It was rare that I didn't work overtime in the past two days, and I finally managed to finish a chapter. This broke my record of breaking the update again, 18 days, nearly three weeks. . .

It’s not easy to finish.