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Xiang Wentian saw the four people coming from afar, and his sharp eyes caught the expressions on their faces. He knew in his heart that Yi Huawei had won the duel with the master of the manor again. If the master of the manor won, Hei Baizi would not show his emotions, and would not be the least bit abnormal; but Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng would be different. They would be full of energy and would be eager to reach out for Zhang Xu's calligraphy and Fan Kuan's landscapes as soon as they met.

So he pretended to smile and asked, "Brother Yi, did the master teach you swordsmanship?"

Yi Huawei had a humble smile on his face:

"The master's power is so high that it is hard for anyone to predict... I won by luck."

Xiang Wentian clasped his hands together, arched them upwards, and said, "Since no one in Plum Manor can defeat my brother Yi's swordsmanship, the three manor masters, we will take our leave now."

After saying that, he turned around, winked at Yi Huawei, and nodded slightly, indicating Yi Huawei to follow.

Upon hearing this, Yi Huawei clasped his fists and bowed, saying, "I am honored to meet the four owners of the manor today. It is a great honor for me. If I have the opportunity in the future, I will visit Bao Manor again."

Upon hearing this, Dan Qingsheng said quickly, "Brother Yi, whenever you want to come and drink, just come anytime. I will let you taste all the famous wines in my collection. As for Brother Tong, hehe, hehe!"

Xiang Wentian smiled calmly and said, "I have a limited alcohol tolerance, so I dare not embarrass myself again."

As he said this, he bowed again, then took Yi Huawei's hand and strode out.

Hei Baizi and the other three did not try to keep him and silently sent him out.

Xiang Wentian turned around and bowed:

"The three masters of the manor, please stay. There is no need to see you off."

Tu Bi Weng snorted and said, "Do you think we are seeing you off? We are seeing Brother Feng off. If your brother Tong came here alone, we would not see you off at all." As he spoke, he glanced at Xiang Wentian with disdain in his eyes, and snorted softly to express his dissatisfaction.

Xiang Wentian was not angry, he just smiled and said:

"I see."

Heibaizi and others accompanied them all the way to the gate, and then said goodbye to Yi Huawei.

Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng stared at Xiang Wentian, as if they wanted to snatch the bag full of precious calligraphy, paintings, and chess manuals from his back.

Xiang Wentian held Yi Huawei's hand and walked into the deep shade of willow trees. When they were far away from Plum Manor, Xiang Wentian smiled and said, "The 'invisible sword energy' emitted by the master's zither is very powerful. Brother, how do you win?"

Yi Huawei smiled slightly, and did not answer immediately, but asked: "Brother, do you have any grudges against these four owners?"

Xiang Wentian said vaguely:

"No, I have never met them, so how can I say I have any grudge against them? ... But, Brother Yue, I bet you that they will definitely catch up with me."

His ears moved slightly, and Yi Huawei laughed: "Haha, I don't gamble, aren't they coming?"

As soon as he finished speaking, someone called out, "Brother Tong, Brother Feng, please turn around." The voice was urgent and loud, echoing in the quiet forest.

The two turned around and saw Dan Qingsheng running towards them quickly. His steps were hurried, with beads of sweat on his forehead and a few strands of hair soaked by sweat and sticking to his cheeks.

Dan Qingsheng held a wine bowl, which was half full of wine. The wine was gently shaking in the bowl, giving off an alluring aroma. He said, "Brother Yi, I have half a bottle of Bamboo Leaf Green that is over a hundred years old. It would be a pity if you don't try it." Then he handed the wine bowl over.

Yi Huawei took the wine bowl and looked at the emerald green wine. The wine in the bowl looked like a bottomless pool. The aroma of the wine was very mellow and filled his face. He couldn't help but praise, "It's really a good wine."

After that, he took a sip and praised, "Good!" He drank half a bowl of wine in four sips, then savored it carefully for a moment and said, "This wine is light and heavy, and it has both qualities. It must be the famous wine from Yangzhou and Zhenjiang."

Dan Qingsheng was so happy when he heard it that he said, "That's right. That's the treasure of Jinshan Temple in Zhenjiang. There are six bottles in total. The head monk in the temple is abstinent from alcohol and gave me a bottle. I drank half of it and couldn't bear to drink it anymore. Brother Yi, I do have a few good wines. How about you taste them?"

As he spoke, he pulled Yi Huawei's arm, looked at him expectantly, and shook Yi Huawei's arm vigorously.

Yi Huawei felt quite close to the "Four Friends of Jiangnan", and as there was good wine to drink, he immediately turned to Xiang Wentian.

Xiang Wentian said: "Brother, the fourth owner invited you to drink, so just go. As for me, the third and fourth owners will get angry when they see me, and I will... hehe, hehe."

Dan Qingsheng smiled and said, "When have I seen you angry? Let's go together, let's go together! You are Brother Yi's friend, I will also buy you a drink." As he spoke, he put his left arm around Xiang Wentian's arm and his right arm around Yi Huawei's, his movements were intimate and enthusiastic, and he smiled and said, "Let's go! Let's have a few more drinks."

Yi Huawei glanced at him and realized that they were still coveting the things in Xiang Wentian's bag. He looked at Xiang Wentian, raised his mouth slightly, and revealed a faint smile. The two followed Dan Qingsheng and turned back.

The three of them returned to Meizhuang, and Tu Bi Weng and others were already waiting at the door. Seeing them come back, Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng immediately showed joy on their faces, and said happily: "Brother Yi is back again, wonderful, wonderful!"

The four returned to the chess room.

As soon as they entered the chess room, Dan Qingsheng was busy pouring all kinds of fine wine and drinking with Yi Huawei. Yi Huawei picked up the wine glass and took a sip gently, with an expression of enjoyment on his face. He smacked his lips gently, savoring the taste of the wine. However, the black and white pieces never showed up, as if they were planning something. The room was filled with the laughter of Dan Qingsheng and Yi Huawei.

As the sky was getting dark, the afterglow of the setting sun shone through the window onto the floor of the chess room, forming patches of golden light. Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng seemed to be waiting for someone, looking sideways at the door. Their eyes were filled with anxiety and expectation, and they would whisper to each other from time to time, keeping their voices very low, for fear of being heard by others. Xiang Wentian said goodbye several times, and the two of them always tried their best to keep him.

Yi Huawei ignored their little actions and just concentrated on drinking.

Xiang Wentian looked at the sky and said with a smile, "If the two owners don't invite us to dinner, I will starve to death." As he spoke, he patted his stomach with a teasing smile on his face.

Bald Pen Master said, "Yes, yes!" and shouted, "Butler Ding, quickly prepare the banquet."

"Yes!"

Ding Jian answered loudly outside the door.

At this moment, the door of the room creaked open slowly, and Hei Baizi walked in. He said to Yi Huawei, "Brother Yi, there is another friend in my village who wants to learn your swordsmanship."

Upon hearing this, Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng jumped up at the same time. Tu Bi Weng was so agile that he almost knocked over the wine glass on the table. He frantically held the wine glass with excitement on his face; Dan Qingsheng waved his arms excitedly and said happily, "Big brother agreed?"

Yi Huawei's thoughts turned, and he turned to look at Xiang Wentian, just in time to see a hint of joy flash across his eyes.

Hei Baizi said, "Young Master Yi, please go again." Yi Huawei shook his head and said, "In terms of real kung fu, I am not even a match for the Third and Fourth Manor Masters, not to mention the First and Second Manor Masters. The four seniors of Gushan Mei Manor are extremely skilled in martial arts, and they only show me favor and tolerance because we are like-minded. I don't need to show off my crude swordsmanship anymore."

Dan Qingsheng said: "Brother Yi, that man's martial arts is of course better than yours, but you don't have to be afraid, he..."

Before he could finish his words, Hei Baizi interrupted him and said, "There is a senior master in our village who is an expert in swordsmanship. He heard that Young Master Yi's swordsmanship is so amazing, and he wants to compete with you no matter what. I hope Young Master Yi can have another fight."

Yi Huawei smiled and said, "The four masters have treated me very well. If we were to compete again, I don't know what this senior's temper would be like. If we end up in a bad mood, or if I get hurt by this senior's sword, wouldn't that ruin the harmony?"

As he spoke, he frowned slightly and a worried look appeared on his face.

Dan Qingsheng smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, no... no..." Hei Baizi rushed to say, "No matter what, the four of us will never blame you, Young Master Yi."

Xiang Wentian said, "Well, what's the harm in having another competition? I have something to do and can't delay any longer. I have to leave first. Brother Yi, let's meet in Jiaxing Prefecture."

After saying that, he blinked at Yi Huawei, his eyes full of deep meaning, and patted Yi Huawei's shoulder gently.

Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng said in unison: "You want to leave first, how can that be possible?" Tu Bi Weng said: "Unless you leave Zhang Xu's calligraphy behind." Dan Qingsheng said: "After Young Master Yi loses, where can he find you to get his calligraphy, painting and chess manual? No, no, you stay a little longer. Steward Ding, hurry up and prepare the feast!"

Hei Baizi said, "Young Master Yi, I will go with you. Brother Tong, please have your meal first. We will be back to accompany you soon."

Xiang Wentian shook his head repeatedly and said, "You are determined to win this match. Although my brother Yi is highly skilled in swordsmanship, he has little experience in fighting. If I am not there to scout the enemy, even if I lose this match, I will lose unwillingly."

Heibaizi said: "Brother Tong, what is your intention? Are we going to cheat?" As he spoke, he frowned slightly, an unhappy look appeared on his face, and took a step forward.

Xiang Wentian said, "The four masters of Gushan Plum Manor are heroes. I have long admired their prestige and naturally trust them. But Brother Yi wants to duel with another man. I didn't know that in addition to the four masters, there is another master in Plum Manor. May I ask the second master, who is this person? If I knew that this person is like the four masters, a hero with an upright character, I would be relieved."

Dan Qingsheng said: "This senior's martial arts reputation is higher than that of my four brothers. It is simply incomparable."

Xiang Wentian said: "In the martial arts world, there are only a handful of people whose reputations can be compared with those of the four manor owners. I believe I must know their names."

Bald Pen Weng said:

"I can't tell you this person's name."

Xiang Wentian shook his head and said, "Then I must watch the fight from the sidelines, otherwise this competition will be cancelled."

Dan Qingsheng said anxiously: "Why are you so stubborn? I think Brother Tong's presence will do you no good. He has been in seclusion for a long time and doesn't like others to see his face."

Xiang Wentian asked: "Then how can Brother Yi compete with him in swordplay?"

Heibaizi said: "Both sides put on hoods, leaving only a pair of eyes exposed, so no one can see each other."

Xiang Wentian asked, "Are the four manor owners also wearing hoods?" Heibaizi said, "This man has a very strange temper, otherwise he would not take action."

Xiang Wentian said: "Then I will also wear a hood."

Hei Baizi hesitated for a long time, and said, "Since Brother Tong insists on watching the fight, then we have no choice but to do so. However, Brother Tong must promise one thing: do not make a sound from beginning to end."

Xiang Wentian smiled and said, "Pretending to be deaf and dumb, isn't that easy?"

At this moment, Hei Baizi was leading the way, and Xiang Wentian and Yi Huawei followed behind. Xiang Wentian's eyes were full of vigilance and curiosity, and he kept looking around; Yi Huawei looked calm, with a hint of expectation.

Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng walked at the end. As they walked, they whispered to each other, excitement appeared on their faces from time to time, and they pushed each other from time to time.

Yi Huawei saw that they were walking on the old road leading to the master's residence, and he couldn't help but feel a little puzzled. When they arrived outside the master's piano hall, Hei Baizi knocked on the door three times, the sound was crisp and rhythmic, and then pushed the door open. He saw a person in the room with a black cloth hood on his head, and judging by his clothes, it was Huang Zhonggong.

Hei Baizi walked up to him and leaned over to whisper a few words in his ear. His voice was very low, his lips trembled slightly, and Huang Zhonggong's body also moved slightly.

Huang Zhonggong shook his head and whispered a few words, obviously unwilling to let Xiang Wentian participate.

Hei Baizi nodded and turned to say, "My elder brother thinks that the sword fight is a small matter, but if it angers that friend, it will be very inconvenient. Let's just drop the matter."

The five people bowed to Huang Zhong Gong and then said goodbye.

On the way, Danqing said angrily:
"Brother Tong, you are really weird. Are you afraid that we will rush over and bully Brother Feng? You have to watch the fight from the sidelines, making a good competition disappear like smoke. Isn't it disappointing?"

Tu Bi Weng echoed, "Second brother spent a lot of effort to get my eldest brother's permission, but you come to make trouble again." As he spoke, he glared at Xiang Wentian with a look full of complaints and spat on the ground.

Xiang Wentian smiled and said, "Alright, alright! I will give in and not watch this competition. You must be fair and just and not deceive my brother Yi."

Tu Bi Weng and Dan Qingsheng were overjoyed and said in unison: "Who do you think we are? How could we deceive Young Master Yi?"

Xiang Wentian smiled and said, "I'll be waiting in the chess room. Brother Yi, I don't know what tricks they are playing secretly. You must be alert and be careful."

Yi Huawei said with a smile: "In Meizhuang, there are only noble men, how could there be anyone who would cheat or deceive?"

Dan Qingsheng smiled and said, "Yes, Young Master Yi is not like you, judging others by your own standards."

Xiang Wentian took a few steps, turned back and waved, "Brother Yi, come here, I have something to tell you, don't be fooled by others."

Dan Qingsheng smiled and ignored him, continuing to talk to Tu Bi Weng, rolling his eyes at Wentian from time to time.

Yi Huawei nodded and walked closer.

Xiang Wentian held his hand, and Yi Huawei felt that he had stuffed a ball of paper into his palm. When he squeezed it, he felt a hard object inside the ball of paper.

Xiang Wentian pulled him closer with a smile and whispered in his ear: "After you meet Master Ren, secretly put this paper ball and the things inside it into his hand. This matter is of great importance and should not be taken lightly. Haha, haha."

(End of this chapter)