Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

Lu Dexing anxiously asked Jin Jiaying if she had been bullied by Lin Xiaofeng. Jin Jiaying recalled the scene just now, her face blushed even more, and she whispered that she was safe and sound and had not suffered any accident.

Jin Jiaying confessed that the assassination plan could no longer be implemented, but she told Lu Dexing that Lin Xiaofeng had promised to ensure the safety of the two of them, on the condition that Lu Dexing must hand over all his property in exchange for a new identity, and reminded Lu Dexing that they The cloth shop and mansion have attracted the attention of the court, and the situation is precarious. Lu Dexing was horrified when he heard this. He questioned why Jin Jiaying trusted Lin Xiaofeng so much, and even accused Lin Xiaofeng of being greedy and cunning. Jin Jiaying firmly defended Lin Xiaofeng's reputation and firmly believed that Lin Xiaofeng was not what Lu Dexing imagined. She pointed out that Lin Xiaofeng was extremely kind to everyone in the house and would never do anything treacherous.

Lu Dexing was heartbroken and speculated that Jin Jiaying might have developed a subtle emotional dependence on Lin Xiaofeng. He repeatedly warned Jin Jiaying not to forget her noble status and to be careful not to fall into the love network woven by Lin Xiaofeng. Jin Jiaying felt ashamed and angry about this. She insisted that her choice was entirely based on rational safety considerations, refuted Lu Dexing's misunderstanding of Lin Xiaofeng, and was determined to act in accordance with the plan proposed by Lin Xiaofeng. Even though Lu Dexing was in uncontrollable pain, under Jin Jiaying's insistence, he had to agree to hand over all his belongings, but his inner worries became increasingly heavy.

Jin Jiaying was full of guilt and promised Lu Dexing that she would do her best to help him get out of the predicament. Although Lu Dexing had mixed feelings in his heart, he still tried his best to smile in response. At this critical juncture, Lin Xiaofeng seemed to sense the tense atmosphere in the room, and pushed the door open at the right time. His profound eyes penetrated everything in the room, indicating that this contest intertwined with emotional entanglements and conflicts of interest was about to enter a new chapter. .

Lin Xiaofeng saw the tears of Jin Jiaying and Lu Dexing falling into the dust, and felt anxious in his heart. He stepped forward quickly, gently took Jin Jiaying into his arms, and then turned to Lu Dexing, with a stern look in his eyes, and said solemnly: "Why do you still let the tears flow into a river? If there is any grievance that has not been redressed, I will definitely clear up this humiliation for you and seek justice. !" As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Xiaofeng swung out a sharp flying kick. Lu Dexing was caught off guard and fell heavily to the ground, with a look of shock and anger on his face, but he was speechless for a moment.

Jin Jiaying was heartbroken when she saw this, she hurriedly stepped forward and helped Lu Dexing up. Although she was filled with complicated emotions about Lin Xiaofeng's impulsive move, she still held back her tears and firmly stated that it was nothing serious. Lin Xiaofeng also realized the recklessness of his behavior at this moment, immediately apologized to Lu Dexing, and asked him if he had decided to hand over all the hidden property. Lu Dexing had a bitter look on his face and nodded heavily, as if to express his helplessness.

Lin Xiaofeng unhurriedly opened the contract of sale and spread it out on the table. The three of them focused their eyes on this, and saw the words "Sell yourself for ten years" clearly written on the contract, with the emperor's gift printed next to it. The scene made Jin Jiaying and Lu Dexing stunned at the same time. Lin Xiaofeng explained that this move was aimed at stabilizing Lu Dexing's emotions and preventing further mishaps. Although the so-called selling into slavery was guaranteed by the oath of Jin Jiaying's father, it was actually only a stopgap measure. Lin Xiaofeng promised to sell her into slavery within ten years. Inwardly try their best to clear their names, and when the time limit expires, they can regain their freedom.

After hearing this explanation, Jin Jiaying's doubts gradually dissipated, and she resolutely pressed her bright red fingerprint on the contract. Then, Lu Dexing also signed the contract, and Lin Xiaofeng arranged for him to take a short break so that he could discuss the follow-up matters in detail. Talking about the future residence of Princess Jin Jiaying, Lin Xiaofeng proposed that she should disguise herself as the maid of Lin Taohua's personal maid Xuanxin. As soon as this was said, Lu Dexing's expression changed suddenly and he firmly opposed this proposal. However, Lin Xiaofeng held the legally binding deed of sale and used it as evidence to warn Lu Dexing that he must abide by the agreement, otherwise he would send Jin Jiaying to the Jiaofang Division in accordance with the terms of the contract. Faced with such realistic pressure, Lu Dexing With no choice but to compromise.

Lin Xiaofeng then comforted Lu Dexing again, emphasizing that the three of them now share hardships and life and death, and that he would never treat Jin Jiaying badly. At the same time, he asked Lu Dexing to pay close attention to Jin Jiaying's safety to prevent her from falling into danger again. During this conversation, Lu Dexing revealed a shocking secret - he had escaped from the palace with precious treasures such as imperial seals. In response, Lin Xiaofeng looked serious and warned Lu Dexing to confess the entire situation in detail to avoid adding more details. , causing unnecessary trouble.

When it comes to the issue of living standards, Lu Dexing is particularly concerned about whether he can get corresponding remuneration. Lin Xiaofeng explained with a smile that there was no salary for selling himself as a slave, but he promised to secretly leave a sum of money for Jin Jiaying and withdraw it through Lin Taohua's approval process to ensure that the capital flow is safe and controllable. After learning that Lu Dexing had about 200,000 taels of silver, Lin Xiaofeng decided to allocate 20,000 taels from it as the cost for Lu Dexing to settle down in Yangqu County. He also gave him a mansion and sent him back to his hometown for resettlement. At the same time, he was vigilant Lu Dexing must not have any desire for revenge again.

Lu Dexing has always been dubious about Lin Xiaofeng's careful arrangements. Lin Xiaofeng was angry at his suspicion and tried his best to prove his loyalty and determination. He only wanted to protect Jin Jiaying and wanted nothing else. After in-depth conversations and repeated verifications, Lu Dexing finally believed in Lin Xiaofeng's sincerity. His doubts disappeared and he left with relief and joy. Lin Xiaofeng stayed alone, shaking his head slightly and smiling bitterly, lamenting that the world was hot and cold, and people's hearts were unpredictable, but no matter what, he would stick to his promise to protect Jin Jiaying and remain unswerving.

On the sidelines of the competition the day before, Lui Tak-hang had confessed all the details of his net worth without reservation. After two days of rest, Jin Jiaying's complexion gradually returned to rosy. However, when facing Lin Xiaofeng, her eyes seemed to have a thousand words but were difficult to look into. This subtle change was like ripples on the surface of a lake, making Lin Xiaofeng feel an elusive feeling in her heart. The embarrassment and confusion may be caused by the unquenchable emotional waves in the dead of night.

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On the morning of departure, the sky was slightly bright. Lin Xiaofeng and his sister Lin Taohua personally saw off the two outside the city gate. They specially selected a dozen Yangqu Xiangyong to form an escort team to ensure that they returned home safely. Horse hooves crushed the fallen leaves in the morning, and everyone stopped under the majestic city gate. Jin Jiaying stared at Lin Xiaofeng affectionately, with deep nostalgia and reluctance flowing in her eyes. Lu Dexing was about to speak, but after hesitating and struggling for a while, he finally plucked up the courage to speak: "Master, I..." Before he could finish his words, Lin Xiaofeng understood his thoughts and interrupted him with a generous and free smile, reminding him. There is no need to be too grateful, but I just mentioned that the 20,000 taels of silver that have not yet been delivered need to be handled properly.

Lin Xiaofeng took out a note full of traces of time from her sleeve, carefully handed it to Jin Jiaying, and told her that when she arrived in Yangqu County, she could find Wang Yingchao in exchange for a large house with a garden. Lu Dexing saw the words "a large house" and eagerly asked for details. Lin Xiaofeng then showed the official seal on the note and explained in detail that this was an exchange certificate officially recognized by the county government, and it could definitely be exchanged for physical real estate. Although Lu Dexing felt a little crude about such a simple handover method, he still carefully collected the note containing hope.

Immediately afterwards, Lin Xiaofeng took out a shining golden card from his arms and handed it to Jin Jiaying's hand, telling him that it was a free gold card, and he could use it to withdraw 20,000 taels of cash when he arrived in Yangqu County. Jin Jiaying took the card, with a sweet and grateful smile on her face, and expressed her sincere gratitude to Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng gently stroked her hair, and his words were full of concern and instruction, advising her to enjoy life to the fullest, forget about past worries, and treat her as a member of Yangqu.

Jin Jiaying was extremely smart and could hear the heaviness and expectation behind Lin Xiaofeng's words. She knew that the country's grievances could not be easily relieved, but she did not want to let down Lin Xiaofeng's hard work and could only nod in agreement. Lin Xiaofeng observed the words and expressions, a hint of worry quietly grew in his heart, and his eyes turned to Lu Dexing. Lu Dexing also understood and understood that Lin Xiaofeng's generosity to his side was rare, so he secretly vowed to take good care of Jin Jiaying.

Jin Jiaying carefully kept the gold card close to her body. Lin Xiaofeng noticed an inconspicuous ring on her finger and laughed and said it was worthless. Jin Jiaying responded that she liked it more than anything else. Lin Xiaofeng felt warm after hearing this, and promised to give her a pair of dazzling large gold bracelets as a gift in the future. Later, Lin Xiaofeng urged them to set off as soon as possible, and was worried that Lu Dexing might squander the huge sum of money once he got hold of it.

Lu Dexing asked when he could return to the capital. Lin Xiaofeng appreciated his foresight and promised them to live and work in peace and contentment in Yangqu. He only wished Jin Jiaying to live a happy and worry-free life. When the moment of separation finally arrived, Jin Jiaying suddenly called Lin Xiaofeng to the carriage, blindfolded him when he was unprepared, lightly touched his cheek with her fingertips, and then quickly left the carriage. Lin Xiaofeng was shocked when he realized that he had been kissed goodbye by Jin Jiaying unexpectedly. Lu Dexing looked confused about the scene. As the carriage went further and further away, Lin Xiaofeng's figure gradually disappeared from their sight.

Lin Taohua promptly confirmed to Lu Dexing that the stolen goods had been properly disposed of, and asked about the next arrangements for the imperial seal. Lin Xiaofeng decided to destroy all objects that might cause fire and planned to use the jade seal for other purposes to avoid causing trouble. Lin Taohua was delicate and aware of Lin Xiaofeng's mood swings, and asked about the secret conversation between Jin Jiaying and Lin Xiaofeng in the car. Lin Xiaofeng was vague and used excuses to change the subject, urging Lin Taohua to go to the stadium as soon as possible to check on Xie Hongxin's training progress to prevent it from affecting the results of the next day's game. . During this period, Lin Taohua joked and teased Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng was shy and angry for a while, and half-jokingly responded that he would make her a set of exquisite gold jewelry. Since then, the two have tacitly agreed not to mention the private and touching farewell moment that took place in the carriage.

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The day of the martial arts competition finally rolled in with irresistible momentum, and Lin Xiaofeng's chest was filled with waves of thoughts that were difficult to calm down. The North Corridor Stadium seemed to be transformed into a surging ocean of people. Although the crowd was noisy and noisy like a tide, they showed their expectations and excitement in an orderly manner. The teams of the Environmental Protection Team and the Sanshen Gang were arranged neatly, and the people of Yangqu County spontaneously gathered in groups and discussed each other heatedly. The ticket purchase office was even more lively, if it were not for the powerful organization of the Soldiers and Horses Division and the well-known journalist Xiang Xiehong and others Coordination, I'm afraid the situation has already gotten out of control. At this moment, several people in the press box have become famous, attracting enthusiastic calls from everyone.

The heavy door slowly opened, officers and soldiers stood solemnly, and spectators lined up to undergo security checks and entered the venue in an orderly manner. At the same time, the parade on the side of the imperial city was so majestic and spectacular that it attracted countless passers-by to stop and watch. The majestic and solemn dragon was tightly guarded by the imperial guards like a copper wall and an iron wall. It was like a golden Great Wall, flowing endlessly in the sun. Lin Xiaofeng and Wu Rige rode side by side, with Buhashe following closely behind. Lin Xiaofeng always had a trace of worry lingering between his brows, as he repeatedly pondered in his mind whether all the meticulous arrangements yesterday had been completed.

Wu Rige observed his words and mistakenly thought that Lin Xiaofeng was worried about the outcome of today's duel, so he said with relief: "This is an ordinary competition, there is no need to worry too much." Recently, he has inquired about many rumors about Lin Xiaofeng, and his evaluation has been mixed. Although this young man Although he was still young, he promoted Beilangfang to prosperity with his outstanding talents. There was a lot of discussion inside and outside the court. Some people praised his excellence, while others criticized him for his eloquent tongue. However, in Wurig's view, Lin Xiaofeng was a rare talent, and those slanders were just jealousy caused by other people's talents.

Lin Xiaofeng turned to look at Buhasihe and said to Urig: "You don't have to worry about me, but pay more attention to Buhasihe. After all, swords have no eyes. If he offends someone by mistake on the court, please forgive him." Wurige heard this and smiled and acquiesced, knowing that although Lin Xiaofeng showed a hint of arrogance in his words, Buhasihe was indeed very brave, especially his horse fighting skills were unrivaled in the world. Lin Xiaofeng carefully arranged the appearance for Buhasihe and asked Urige to prepare an introduction speech for him. Urige announced loudly: "The best warrior in the grassland, the unparalleled horse fighting wizard in the world!" Lin Xiaofeng understood it and superficially agreed with it. , but there was a slight smile in my heart.

When Wu Rige asked about Xie Hongxin's appearance arrangements, Lin Xiaofeng responded humbly, saying that although Xie Hongxin was unknown and just a head catcher, he could often play a vital role at critical moments. When the group arrived at the stadium, the audience was already seated, waiting for the emperor's arrival. Under the spotlight, the emperor's throne was arranged airtight and security measures were taken to the extreme. Seeing such a scene, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but secretly feel lucky that he had noticed what happened to Jin Jiaying in time, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous.

Emperor Jingjiang sat firmly in the supreme position in a solemn atmosphere. He looked around and asked why the crowd above gathered here. Lin Xiaofeng explained that it was the area where the game commentators were, and there was a bronze bell loudspeaker hanging in the window opposite. The studio is used for live commentary of events. After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang expressed high praise for Lin Xiaofeng's thoughtful and meticulous planning, and his joy was evident.

An indifferent smile appeared on the corner of Lin Xiaofeng's mouth. There was calmness and confidence in that smile. He stood up straight and waved his arms gently. This wave seemed to have some kind of magic power, causing the environmental protection team, the Sanshen Gang, and even thousands of people in Yangqu County to stand up. The crowd surged like a tide, and thousands of people shouted "Long live your Majesty" in unison. This loud and passionate voice instantly filled the entire venue. Although the venue was small and people could not kneel down to salute, they all stood upright. , expressing deep respect for the emperor in this way. The sound was like the impact of a bell, deafening and shocking. Even civil and military officials were infected by the warm atmosphere and joined in the high-spirited cheers. Seeing this scene, Emperor Jingjiang's face turned healthy and rosy, and his inner joy was beyond words. He frequently waved his arms to the people in response to this warm and sincere welcome.

Seeing such a grand occasion, Urige was touched in his heart, but he always kept in mind the important mission he had come to Beijing this time - once a trade agreement was reached with the Jingjiang Kingdom, the Prairie Khan would be able to take this opportunity to strengthen the border military strength. Emperor Jingjiang was extremely satisfied with this grand welcome ceremony carefully planned by Lin Xiaofeng. The applause lasted like thunder for a long time. It was not until Lin Xiaofeng waved again that the applause gradually subsided.

Emperor Jingjiang asked if he could start the martial arts competition. However, Lin Xiaofeng smiled leisurely and said that there were still sideshows that had not yet been presented. He explained that there were only two contestants participating in today's martial arts competition. If there were no other entertainment parts, the emperor and the ministers would probably be disappointed. Nothing but joy. Although Emperor Jingjiang felt a little helpless after hearing this, he also understood Lin Xiaofeng's intentions, so he had no choice but to agree and emphasized that the competition should be held as soon as possible. At the same time, he was very interested in how Xie Hongxin could defeat Buhasihe and the origin of the title "Sangbiao" mentioned in the newspaper. Lin Xiaofeng confessed frankly that he had created the name "Sangbiao" by himself. Emperor Jingjiang was slightly dissatisfied with the naming, but he showed approval and expectation for Xie Hongxin being praised as the "Invincible of the East".

Lin Xiaofeng then turned around and left, quickly heading backstage to make final preparations, leaving Emperor Jingjiang to order Li Dexian to serve him personally. In the well-equipped studio, Xiang Xiehong handed over the carefully arranged program flow and detailed introduction to the host, and specifically emphasized the need to highlight Xie Hongxin, hoping to stimulate morale. As the host's resonant voice sounded, the beautiful and passionate song "Sing a Folk Song to Your Majesty" reverberated over the entire stadium like a long river breaking through the ice. The lyricist and composer of this song was Lin Xiaofeng's pseudonym A masterpiece by "Mr. De".

Lin Xiaofeng quickly came to Xie Hongxin's preparation room and saw that he was conducting pre-match warm-up activities in an attentive and orderly manner. Lin Xiaofeng personally arranged for people to apply lard on Xie Hongxin's back to prevent accidental injuries during the game. He also heated the broadsword in advance to increase its lethality. Although Xie Hongxin had some doubts about these measures, Lin Xiaofeng persisted in his opinion and firmly believed that these subtleties would give Xie Hongxin a decisive advantage in the competition. The broadsword has been specially treated to maintain a suitable temperature during the twenty minutes the enchantment effect lasts, which is enough to cause serious burn damage to Buchash in an intense duel. Lin Xiaofeng took care of every detail, personally checking every link to ensure that all preparations were flawless, waiting for the official opening of the competition and the exciting moment to come.

Xie Hongxin's whole body was smeared with lard, and his skin reflected a mirror-like luster. He only wore trousers and a pair of sturdy gloves. This dress was bold, rough and a little weird. When Lin Xiaofeng saw this scene, he felt a little awkward in his heart, as if this was not a serious martial arts contest, but more like some kind of performance art performance with profound meaning and philosophical meaning. However, Lin Xiaofeng did not allow any accidents to happen, and firmly ordered Xie Hongxin to put on the competition clothes quickly, and insisted on smearing the whole body with lard to prevent slipping or entanglement by opponents. He emphasized sincerely: "Even in today's situation where there is no need for a hidden weapon duel, we must be fully prepared and even invite makeup artists to carefully modify the image to show the majesty and intimidation of the headhunter."

Luo Huajun watched this scene with great interest, full of curiosity and longing. He saw the makeup artist holding various tools in his hands, but he could not figure out their specific uses. Upon seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng explained with a meaningful smile: "This is to create Xie Hongxin's fierce image. Even if the opponent cannot be intimidated by his strength, at least he cannot be inferior in aura." Luo Huajun raised doubts about this. , worried that sweat would easily destroy the makeup effect, but Lin Xiaofeng had already foreseen it. After many experiments, when the sweat dripped down, the paint melted like blood flowing all over the face, adding a breathtaking and sinister aura to Xie Hongxin. .

Xie Hongxin obeyed the arrangement, and despite his doubts, he still accepted the manipulation obediently, and finally transformed into a ferocious ghost-faced warrior, with the paint on his face resembling the reappearance of a fierce general on the Peking Opera stage. Just when Buhasihe was about to enter the game, Lin Xiaofeng decisively ordered Xie Hongxin to make final preparations. On the court, the host loudly and passionately announced that the martial arts conference has officially begun. The first warrior of the grassland, Buhasihe, will face the undefeated Sangbiao Xie Hongxin of the East. Buchash entered the venue proudly on horseback. Although the horse did not show any special skills, his burly figure firmly attracted the attention of the audience as soon as he appeared. Buchash looked around calmly, waiting for the challenger to appear.

The host was eloquent and eloquent, but was interrupted angrily by Xiang Xiehong because he misread the content of the manuscript. Buchash was oblivious to this, while the audience marveled at his giant physique. When Emperor Jingjiang saw this scene, his nervousness was palpable, while Li Dexian smiled contemptuously and pointed out that strength is not the only factor that determines victory or defeat. Buhashe dismounted from his horse gracefully and stood in the center of the arena. In stark contrast to the surrounding environment, everyone in the audience was stunned. At this moment, Xie Hongxin was holding a blazing broadsword, wearing protective gloves, and his body was shiny, as if a character in a CG game had come to reality. Lin Xiaofeng was quite satisfied with the effect of Xie Hongxin's shocking appearance. After Buhashe showed his superb and impressive marksmanship, the host announced that Dongfang Invincible Sangbiao would officially enter the showdown.

Lin Xiaofeng whispered to Xie Hongxin, asking him to walk slowly towards the arena, keep his iron sword close to the ground, do not hold it high above his head, and maintain a posture of being ready to go. As Xie Hongxin drifted away, Lin Xiaofeng turned to ask Luo Huajun about the layout of the auditorium. Luo Huajun replied that the loud-voiced people in Yangqu County who are good at building momentum are already in their positions, the dart masters are sitting in the front row, ready to join the ranks of support, and doctors are also on site to respond to possible emergencies at any time. Lin Xiaofeng promised that everyone would be given generous red envelopes as rewards after the game. As for Luo Huajun's concern about the advantage of Buhasi's spear, Lin Xiaofeng seemed calm and unhurried, believing that as long as the bottom line of safety was ensured, everything else could be adapted accordingly. At this moment, the entire venue was silent. Everyone held their breath and looked forward to the exciting start of this martial arts show.

The entrance is narrow and dark, like an abyss swallowing light. Xie Hongxin's solid back gradually melted into a silhouette in Lin Xiaofeng's eyes. Only the blazing red broadsword he held tightly in his hand was like a cluster of flames in the night, piercing the darkness and shining brightly. Lin Xiaofeng seized the most appropriate opportunity at this critical moment and decisively ordered: "Light the fire!" The two quickly raised the torches in their hands and lightly touched the ground. In an instant, the flames rushed out like two awakened fire dragons. , passing through the passage, spreading all the way, completely dispelling the darkness ahead.

In the square, Buhasi stood motionless with a spear in his hand, like a towering mountain, his eyes firmly fixed on the position where Xie Hongxin was about to appear. The audience was silent, with their heartstrings tense, waiting with bated breath for this historic moment.

Suddenly, two blazing fire dragons erupted from the entrance, instantly cutting across a distance of more than ten feet, and abruptly outlined a burning road on the ground. The flames roared and the light illuminated half of the sky. Seeing this scene, the surrounding onlookers were all dumbfounded and amazed. The five hundred women with loud voices in Yangqu County could not restrain their passion. They took out their waist drums, pulled up banners, started playing drums, and cheered. . Lu Xuanxin was among them, and beside her stood the thin but energetic Sister Shiliu. She held Lu Xuanxin's hand tightly, and her voice trembled with excitement: "Brother Hong Xin is coming out!" Although the force from her palm made Lu Xuanxin feel Painful, she still asked doubtfully: "Why didn't Brother Hong Xin come to see you first when he came back? Why are you so excited?" Sister Shiliu covered her mouth and chuckled, but did not answer. She then asked if there was any correspondence between Lu Xuanxin and Mr. Lin. She also expressed confusion about Lu Xuanxin's succumbing to being a maid in the mansion. Upon hearing this, Lu Xuanxin's face turned red, shy and a little angry, and she secretly sighed that Lin Xiaofeng was really a clever and cunning person.

At this moment, the flames are billowing, and the black smoke rises into the sky like a huge monster. The dark red shimmer at the entrance and the hot flames complement each other, creating a powerful and mysterious atmosphere. The eyes of Emperor Jingjiang and all the civil and military officials were deeply attracted by this unprecedented spectacular scene. Although Xie Hongxin had not yet been seen, the power radiating from the inside out was already coming towards them like a stormy wave. The thick smoke that filled the air came from fierce fire oil, and the power contained in it surprised everyone. Emperor Jingjiang couldn't help but nodded slightly, appreciating Lin Xiaofeng's ingenious arrangement and the extraordinary grandeur of the scene.

Lin Xiaofeng moved to the auditorium with a wide view and personally directed and arranged this grand performance. He felt quite proud when he saw the enthusiastic reaction of the crowd in the venue. It turns out that the fire oil that caused the thick smoke was spread quietly by the performance team when they left the stage. The smoke effect formed after mixing with flax oil was like a dream. Lin Xiaofeng handed the host a heavy fifty-tael silver note and a delicate telescope, and solemnly asked him to inflame the atmosphere and create a climax. The host took the banknote and was surprised. He picked up a telescope and took a closer look at the layout of the scene. Only then did he appreciate Lin Xiaofeng's unique planning.

Xie Hongxin was holding a blazing iron sword, and the oil all over his body was crystal clear. He walked out of the entrance with steady and powerful steps. Sparks were flying from the tip of the sword, which contrasted with the ghostly mask, making it look like the death god of hell had appeared in the world. The host was so shocked by this shocking scene that he was speechless for a moment. Lin Xiaofeng anxiously urged the host to explain immediately, so the host cheered up and sang the deeds of Xie Hongxin's young hero with an passionate voice, and the band also played a majestic movement. The audience was inspired and spontaneously raised mirrors to reflect the sunlight, which converged into spotlight-like rays of light, focusing on Xie Hongxin, making him appear like a god of war in golden armor descending into the world.

Emperor Jingjiang and everyone present were deeply moved by the sacred and strange scene in front of them. They were surprised and admired, especially Emperor Jingjiang, who was extremely interested in the iron sword that could burst out sparks, and even regarded it as a weapon. Some kind of auspicious sign; Li Dexian was also filled with emotion and praised Lin Xiaofeng's carefully designed creativity. Although the civil and military officials knew that Xie Hongxin might not be able to match his opponent in terms of strength, after witnessing such a grand spectacle, their confidence suddenly increased and they all agreed that he had at least overwhelmed the opponent in terms of aura.

The host became more and more excited and continued to tell the story of Xie Hongxin's promising achievements at a young age. As the music melody climbed to its peak, the tense atmosphere in the entire venue became more and more intense. Every audience member's heart was affected by Xie Hongxin's every move, looking forward to his next performance, as if time had frozen at that moment, and everything Attention was focused on the hero about to take the stage.

The host held the telescope tightly, and his breath was still short of breath. He narrated to the crowd in an exciting tone: "The soul of a warrior is vast. The twenty-six-year-old young man once went to the martial arts world to forge swords in his life. The master of Sword Worshiping Villa, who has reached the pinnacle of skill, piously requested the owner of the Villa to create a magic weapon worthy of being immortalized in history. "It is said that the owner of the Villa, Ximen Chuixue, led the whole family to spend two years and even used his own energy and blood to warm the furnace and finally smelt it. Create an artifact called "Ashebringer". This sword not only carried the proud elegance of Jingjiang scholars, but also was endowed with the spirit of a benevolent person. When the officials heard that this sword actually symbolized the combination of justice and strength, they were all relieved.

However, when Lin Xiaofeng saw that the host's words were gradually deviating from the established track, he could not contain his anger. He kicked the ground beside him, made a warning sound, and ordered him to read strictly according to the script.

The host immediately adjusted his posture after hearing the voice, and said loudly and eloquently: "This so-called sword of benevolence has a profound meaning. It can not only cut off the enemy in an instant, but the sword body is also equipped with the power of flames. It is exactly This perfect fusion of strength, hardness, softness and wisdom symbolizes the invincible weapon in the hands of our legendary hero of Jingjiang, Dongfang Bubai Sangbiao!" As soon as he finished speaking, Emperor Jingjiang and all the civil and military officials looked shocked and thought to themselves. The description is slightly exaggerated and bizarre.

At the same time, Xie Hongxin brought a gorgeous appearance and a sword with profound meaning in his hand, which stunned Wurig and his envoys in the audience. They were doubtful about the mysterious organization and the authenticity of the artifact. born. In the arena, Buhasihe faced Xie Hongxin with confusion and uneasiness on his face, while Xie Hongxin took it indifferently and responded with the unique vision displayed by the sword. The performance entered the climax, and the reflector focused on Xie Hongxin like a spotlight. Accompanied by the passionate music, his free and easy movements attracted the attention of the audience like a magnet. The Yangqu County cheerleaders beat the drums to the sky, and the people cheered and cheered. My sister was so excited that she almost fainted. Lu Xuanxin quickly stepped forward to support her.

Although Emperor Jingjiang and the ministers tried hard to maintain a calm and collected attitude, they could not resist the warm atmosphere of the scene. Li Dexian was fascinated, and the idea of ​​imitating this move came to his mind. People in the studio couldn't help laughing. The effect of this carefully planned event far exceeded expectations. In comparison, Buchash's simple and plain appearance became increasingly eclipsed. Luo Huajun witnessed all this, and his heart was full of envy. If it weren't for fate, the center of attention at this moment might be himself.

Amidst the roaring cheers, Xie Hongxin pulled out the iron sword. Although the sword still had a fiery aura, it returned to normal in an instant, which made some viewers suddenly wake up. A trace of disappointment flashed across Emperor Jingjiang's eyes, and Buhasihe also realized that he might have fallen into some kind of trap. Feeling ashamed and angry, he pointed his gun directly at Xie Hongxin's forehead. The two began a silent contest. Lin Xiaofeng and others used telescopes to observe carefully in the studio. Lu Sinan told the people present through lip reading that Buhashe vowed to kill Xie Hongxin, but unexpectedly, Xie Hongxin He even asked Buhasihe in Ancient Mongolian if he had eaten. This question left everyone extremely confused. Lin Xiaofeng asked Lu Sinan why he taught Xie Hongxin such a greeting. Lu Sinan explained that he had taught Xie Hongxin how to use Ancient Mongolian for daily greetings. Everyone was dumbfounded by this, and couldn't help but admire Xie Hongxin's ability at such a tense moment. Stay calm and respond tactfully.

When Buhasihe heard Xie Hongxin's plain "Have you eaten?", his heart suddenly stopped, as if he was pinched gently by an invisible hand. He responded to Xie Hongxin after a brief pause, and the two faced each other again in the center of the arena. At this time, the arena was like a bowstring stretched to the limit, and the air was so heavy that it could almost drip water. The audience held their breath and watched intently as the contest unfolded. Emperor Jingjiang, Li Dexian and even Lin Xiaofeng were all full of suspicions and didn't understand why the two sides had not started to formally fight. Under Lu Sinan's detailed and accurate translation, everyone suddenly realized that this was the opening conversation before a contest. Lin Xiaofeng realized as if he was enlightened that the real contest had not really begun yet. He immediately signaled the host to declare the contest official. Start the gong.

With the host's passionate and powerful announcement, this eye-catching duel finally kicked off. Xie Hongxin used lightning speed to distance himself from Buhasihe, but Buhasihe did not show weakness in the face of this move. Instead, he looked up to the sky and laughed wildly, intending to end the battle quickly with the power of thunder. The host relied on his vivid and expressive language skills to vividly describe the contrast in strength between the two sides, and specifically emphasized Buchash's outstanding attainments in equestrian skills, implying that today's battle will be a fierce peak showdown. Uzhigeyin noticed that the host's words seemed to be biased, and his anger simmered in his heart, rolling like a ball of hot magma.

On the field, Xie Hongxin exceeded everyone's expectations. Not only did he provoke Buhashe, but he also resolutely dropped the iron sword and chose to run away. This move made Buchash furious, and he pursued him with a spear. The audience, who were expecting a head-to-head fight, were stunned for a moment, but the Yangqu County cheerleaders were still enthusiastic. They worked hard to cheer Xie Hongxin on, and the sound was loud. When the host first saw this scene, he was confused for a moment. However, Lin Xiaofeng, with his quick eyesight and quick hands, immediately reminded him to stay calm and continue to explain passionately, trying to stabilize the restless situation at the scene.

With the host's witty remarks, the competition gradually evolved into a unique chase. The audience's emotions fluctuated accordingly, and they cheered for Xie Hongxin's witty and cunning performance. As Xie Hongxin ran, he kept irritating Buhasi with harsh and vulgar words. Although the latter was extremely angry, he could not shorten the distance between the two because the heavy spear in his hand restricted his movement speed. Luo Huajun carefully observed every detail through the telescope and judged that if this continued, Buhashe would most likely be exhausted first. Lin Xiaofeng was worried about whether Xie Hongxin could challenge for a long time. Regarding this, Luo Huajun revealed an important piece of information at the right time: Xie Hongxin drank honey before the game to replenish his physical strength and ensure sufficient physical fitness. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng laughed with relief. It turned out that Xie Hongxin had already made up his mind. In this marathon battle of wits and courage, he seemed to be playful and carefree, but in fact he was carefully considering every move. It was like a chess player who had already predicted all the moves of his opponent and seemed to have grasped them in advance. The context of victory.

Five minutes passed quietly, and Xie Hongxin was tongue-tied, using words as a weapon to provoke and tease Buhasi, who was chasing after him. Buhashe sweated profusely while chasing under the blazing sun. Every step he took seemed to dump precious physical strength in an hourglass. The sweat soaked his clothes, like yellow sand under the scorching sun, which quickly evaporated and was exhausted. The audience's initial astonishment turned to stunned, and then to admiration. What was supposed to be a scene of sword-fighting and murderous fighting, at this moment, turned into a long-distance running duel that blended endurance and resourcefulness. Although the form was unique and subverted the tradition, it exuded an alternative and shocking charm.

Emperor Jingjiang looked at all directions and had an insight into everything. He saw through Xie Hongxin's strategizing in this irregular battle, and secretly nodded in approval for his clever use of tactics to contain his opponents. However, among the civil servants in the DPRK, some people were against such deviant behavior. The tactics were scoffed at, and they all laughed at it for being unauthentic martial arts, with dissatisfaction and disdain revealed in their words.

The host remained calm and narrated this dramatic battle of wits and courage with his excellent eloquence and vivid descriptions. His explanation was like flowing water, making the listeners feel as if they were in a vivid picture. I saw Xie Hongxin cunningly induce Buhasihe to abandon his weapon and throw a spear, and then took advantage of the situation to hit the enemy with one strike, breaking the opponent's weapon, and taking the opportunity to mock Buhasihe's despicable methods. Buhasihe was so insulted that his face turned red and his ears were blazing with rage. He desperately tried to seize the sword with his bare hands, but was accidentally burned by the sword. He was so embarrassed that Lin Xiaofeng and others couldn't help but laugh. They all marveled at Xie Hongxin's agility, cunning and adaptability.

Facing Xie Hongxin's challenges and humiliations one after another, Buhasihe could no longer endure the hesitation and retreat. Although he was full of fear in his heart, his eyes were firm and decisive, and he resolutely launched a fierce attack on Xie Hongxin. Xie Hongxin once again showed his unpredictable body skills, facing his opponent with his back but still calmly dealt with it. Buhashe pressed forward step by step, his steps were heavy, and his heart was full of vigilance and vigilance. Finally, the two met on a narrow road. During the head-on confrontation, Buhasihe's offensive was like a tiger descending from the mountain, extremely powerful, while Xie Hongxin used an endless stream of ingenious strategies to raise dust in the sky to confuse his vision. His body was agile and he could dodge lightly while waiting for opportunities. Escape from Buchash's control, making Buchash passive and miss many times.

Buhasi tried his best to catch Xie Hongxin, but he did not expect that the ointment on the other person's body would slip out. Then he encountered the resistance of the iron crotch guard, which made his trump card instantly useless. He gritted his teeth in anger, and his anger was beyond words. When counterattacking, it is as majestic as sweeping thousands of troops. However, Xie Hongxin was very skilled and avoided the attack again. When Buhasi's vision was blurred, he raised more sand and dust to cover the sky. Taking advantage of this chaotic situation, he jumped into the air and went straight to Buhasi's throat. Vital, the movement was swift and precise, cutting his skin. Buhasihe was forced to retreat to defend. He struggled in the dust and opened his eyes. He was horrified to find that there was a jagged weapon hidden in Xie Hongxin's fingertips. The cold and dazzling light made Buhasihe's face change drastically. He was horrified. The emotions flowed through his eyes and he couldn't hide them.

Before the decisive battle, Xie Hongxin calmly trimmed the jagged nails on his ten fingers. This unique skill is unrivaled in the Jingjiang martial arts world. Those nails like fine fangs not only show their uniqueness, but also reveal a breathtaking feeling. deterrence. However, this fragile weapon can only sustain a fierce confrontation. Although it will not cause fatal wounds to the opponent, it is enough to make the opponent uneasy and fall into panic and confusion. After encountering a surprise attack, Buhasihe suddenly realized that the enemy in front of him was not a reckless man who only relied on force, but a master of assassin skills. He was deeply shocked and impressed by Xie Hongxin's amazing strength and unpredictable movement. Puzzled.

The place where the two men competed was filled with yellow sand and chaos, just like the scene when the world first opened. Xie Hongxin's figure flickers in and out like a ghost, moving freely through the dust, making his traces elusive. Buhasihe had to rely on his sensitive hearing to catch the sound of wind and faint movements, and glimpse Xie Hongxin's figure through the gaps in the flying sand and dust, so as to avoid being attacked by him in the eyes. After several struggles, Buchash hit Xie Hongxin with a sharp kick. Just when he was about to pursue the victory, Xie Hongxin cleverly used the opportunity to bounce away. Then he was attacked by a sandstorm set off by Xie Hongxin again. His line of sight was blocked and the offensive came to an abrupt halt. end.

At this time, Buhasihe could no longer bear it, and with the anger burning in his chest, he let out an earth-shattering roar and officially launched a head-on challenge to Xie Hongxin. Xie Hongxin, on the other hand, was waiting for the opportunity to launch a fatal blow from behind. Just like a cheetah waiting for an opportunity to strike a fatal blow from behind, Buhashe quickly jumped to the ground to avoid danger. When the dust slowly settled, Buhashe regained his footing, holding a half-cut gun tightly in his hand. His body was covered in bloodstains, and every wound told the story of the tragic life-and-death fight just now. When the onlookers witnessed this scene, they all felt excited and their hearts beat faster in this life-and-death contest.

At this moment, Xie Hongxin seemed calm and calm, quietly retreating to the sword, waiting quietly for Buhasihe to regain his strength and fight again. Seeing this, Buhashe sneered at Xie Hongxin's tactical mistakes, mistakenly thinking that the opponent's sword energy had weakened and the previous trick would no longer work. However, when Bu Hasihe rushed towards him with a broken gun, Xie Hongxin quietly activated the mechanism in the broad sword, and in an instant, he pulled out a dark red Tang sword, the blade of which flashed with cold light, which was jaw-dropping. Lin Xiaofeng and other onlookers were all amazed. Luo Huajun proudly revealed that Xie Hongxin's exquisite sword skills were learned from him, and that the seemingly ordinary broad sword was actually a shield with hidden secrets, integrating offense and defense. The variations are endless.

Facing Xie Hongxin, who was holding a shield and wielding a Tang sword, Buhashe rushed at him again without hesitation. However, at the critical moment, the broken gun in Buhasihe's hand broke off, and the gun tip flew out from his hand, like a meteor piercing the sky and heading straight for the auditorium. Buhasihe was severely injured and fell down. . Xie Hongxin, with quick eyes and quick hands, knelt down on one knee and put the cold blade at Buhashe's throat. The winner was clear and the dust had settled. Buhasihe's face was filled with anger and he accused Xie Hongxin of tampering with the spear. Xie Hongxin's face was stern and his words were firm and forceful: "The victory or defeat has been decided, and your defeat is determined." As Xie Hongxin's words fell, the whole place fell silent. The breathing of the winner and the unwilling eyes of the loser echoed in the air.

Buhashe's eyes were bloodshot and filled with rage. He fell to the ground and cursed in rough Ancient Mongolian. His words were filled with extreme indignation and contempt for Xie Hongxin. However, Xie Hongxin only had a brief understanding of the ancient Mongolian language and could not fully understand its meaning. However, from Buhasi's gushing eyes and clenched fists, he could feel that the other party was trying his best to accuse him of being despicable. means. Xie Hongxin smiled indifferently and responded calmly: "Your failure stems from underestimating the enemy and lack of preparation. It is a big mistake to only rely on the crotch protector as protection. I used words to lure you to run for your life and use up unnecessary strength. In After the spear was broken, you were still unaware of your omissions. This is a sign of extreme stupidity. Although you are good at using spears, you have ignored the fact that your whole body can be turned into a weapon. You have a pair of steel and iron bones, but you lack it. The wisdom of flexible response, if you only rely on a spear, is like an eagle that has lost its wings and lost the freedom to fight. "

Before Xie Hongxin finished speaking, his fingers gently touched the mechanism in the handle of the knife, and a ray of silver light shot out, instantly nailing the sand beside Buhasi's ears. He was so shocked that his face suddenly changed, and he became as stiff as stone, and his heart was deep. Everywhere was hit hard.

At this moment, Xie Hongxin left the already embarrassed Buhasihe, discarded his sword and knife aside, and started doing warm-up exercises on his own, as if he had a chance to win. The entire audience was shocked when they saw this scene, and then burst into warm cheers, marveling at Xie Hongxin's easy victory; while the members of the Sanshen Gang and the Mongolian mission led by Urige seemed particularly lonely, and Ma Laosan was Injured by an arrow, the gang was forced to evacuate the arena in an emergency; Wurige looked pale and could not accept the defeat in front of him. Lin Xiaofeng originally wanted to signal the host to announce the result of the competition, but Luo Huajun reminded him in time: Xie Hongxin was not satisfied with this and asked to fight Buhasi again with bare hands. Lin Xiaofeng had no choice but to agree, and at the same time seriously warned the personnel responsible for the defense of blowing arrows to be on guard to prevent unexpected situations from happening.

Buhasi gritted his teeth and struggled to get up, looked around, secretly determined to wash away this shame, and challenged Xie Hongxin again. The two were entangled again and started a fierce hand-to-hand battle, with punches and kicks coming and going, and the momentum was majestic. The boxing techniques performed by Xie Hongxin that looked like modern fighting techniques actually contained unique moves taught by Lin Xiaofeng. Buhasihe's offensive was like a tiger descending the mountain, extremely ferocious, while Xie Hongxin relied on his clever defensive counterattack strategy to deal with it. During the fierce battle, Buhashe seized the opportunity to hug Xie Hongxin and locked him tightly. For a moment, Xie Hongxin struggled in vain and gradually fell into passivity. However, at the critical moment of life and death, Xie Hongxin remained calm in the face of danger and accurately hit Buhasi's throat with a mouthful of thick phlegm, causing him extreme pain. Amid Buchash's painful laughter, the battlefield situation was changing rapidly, and the outcome was still in suspense. Like weights swinging at both ends of the scale, the decisive moment had not yet come.

Buhasihe was caught off guard and was hit directly in the face by a mouthful of phlegm from Xie Hongxin. The pain hit him like a tide, and he had to relax his restraint on Xie Hongxin. Xie Hongxin had quick eyesight and quick hands. He used his strength to break away and used his legs and feet to hit his opponent hard with his elbow, which instantly turned the tide of the battle. The host was extremely emotional and described this thrilling hand-to-hand battle at the top of his lungs. The audience was overwhelmed and saw the two men rolling and struggling in the dust. Buhasihe was seriously injured, bleeding profusely, and his eyes were burning like flames. The fists counterattacked like a violent storm; Xie Hongxin also showed an unyielding will, spitting from his mouth, roaring and vowing to defeat the opponent. Buhashe was in a desperate situation and hugged Xie Hongxin tightly, trying to knock him down and lock his body. However, as time went by, the lubricating effect of lard gradually diminished, making Xie Hongxin's situation more and more critical.

The two sides fought together like two beasts, inseparable, almost integrated into one, and even reached a stalemate like an embrace. Xie Hongxin once again used the disgusting spitting tactic. Buhashe was in so much pain that he had no choice but to fight back with a headbutt. However, Xie Hongxin hugged his head tightly and bit his ear. The host was so excited that he was incoherent and praised Sangbiao's endless tricks. However, the onlookers expressed their shame at this method and believed that this move was detrimental to the dignity and demeanor of a warrior. Witnessing this scene, Urige was filled with sorrow and anger. It was hard to believe that the famous Buhashe would be defeated by an unknown little man.

Although Buhasihe was in unbearable pain, he still kicked Xie Hongxin away with tenacious perseverance. However, at this moment, the two sides were in a stalemate. Xie Hongxin's hand had a strong grip and sharp nails, which caused Buhasihe to suffer. Xie Hongxin struggled to get up from the ground, holding one of Buhashe's fallen ears in his hand, with a calm and provocative smile on his face. Buhasi was so angry that he launched another violent attack. Xie Hongxin cleverly used the blood stains on his eyes to create a flaw, and kicked Buhasi's ankle with great precision, causing him to fall to the ground and quickly locked him from behind. his throat. The host announced loudly and passionately that Sangbiao had gained a decisive advantage. The audience held their breath and waited nervously for the moment when the final winner would be announced.

In the end, Xie Hongxin succeeded in making Buhashe lose consciousness, and he fell to the ground due to excessive injuries, coughing and wheezing. Although Buchash had an obvious advantage in terms of strength, he was ultimately inferior to Xie Hongxin in terms of skill use and strategic deployment, and he had no choice but to lose. The audience fell into a brief silence at first, and then saw Xie Hongxin getting up with difficulty and waving to the cheerleaders to signal victory. Thunderous cheers instantly resounded throughout the stadium. Lin Xiaofeng was filled with joy when he witnessed all this. He not only rewarded the host for his wonderful explanation, but also immediately sent someone to summon a doctor to come and provide emergency rescue for the injured. Emperor Jingjiang admired Xie Hongxin's heroic performance. He glanced at Wurige, who was extremely disappointed, and secretly decided to reward him after returning to the palace. Li Dexian arrived at the scene of the battle in time to learn more about the details of the competition, and was deeply impressed by Xie Hongxin's performance. Feeling admired.

At the moment when the competition ended, Emperor Jingjiang was the first to leave the field amidst the warm cheers and applause of thousands of people, and his back was frozen in the hustle and bustle of the stadium like a scroll. Wurige walked alone to the corner where Lin Xiaofeng was. At this moment, in the preparation room inside the stadium, Li Dexian, Lin Xiaofeng and the new winner Xie Hongxin were all gathered. Buhasihe was lying quietly on the bench, and a doctor was concentrating on diagnosing his pulse and applying medicine. The lost ear has become a part of history and cannot be restored. It can only be deposited into the memory of the years. Seeing Buhashe's bruised appearance, Wurige felt deep pity in his heart. He turned his head and stared at Lin Xiaofeng, his eyes full of complex emotional entanglements as he hesitated to speak.

Seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng slowly stepped forward and comforted softly: "On the battlefield, victory or defeat is unpredictable. Fortunately, Buhasihe is not in danger of life. He will be able to recover after some time of cultivation. As for that ear..." Before the words could be spoken, Wurige couldn't help but picture Buhasi's high-spirited and confident figure in the morning. Compared with the defeated and lonely scene in front of him, he felt sad. While smiling bitterly, he sincerely asked Lin Xiaofeng to find more good doctors to carefully treat Buhasi. Hasch. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng deeply agreed, promised to make arrangements, and suggested that Wurige return to the Dali Guesthouse first to wait for the good news. After Buhasihe's wound is properly treated, someone will be sent to escort him back. Wu Rige reluctantly nodded and accepted. Before leaving, his eyes fell on Xie Hongxin again. His eyes were intertwined with unwillingness, admiration and complicated emotions, and then he turned and left.

Lin Xiaofeng then turned his attention to Xie Hongxin and motioned him to cover the traces of trauma on his face and face the reporters who were about to swarm in his best condition. Xie Hongxin was confused for a moment, but he still took the speech from Lin Xiaofeng and began to cooperate with the makeup artist to organize his appearance, striving to show his best side. Li Dexian on the side was fondling the Tang Dao in Xie Hongxin's hand and couldn't put it down. Lin Xiaofeng had an insight into the situation and generously suggested that if Li Dexian liked this knife, he might as well give it to him for collection. At the same time, he mentioned a series of controversial behaviors of the environmental protection team recently, and then invited Li Dexian to go in-depth with the public in the afternoon to investigate the actual situation.

When Xie Hongxin finished dressing up and walked out of the preparation room wearing a bright red jersey, more than 20,000 spectators had gathered outside the square. The crowd was bustling and lively. Reporter Yang Baixi and his assistants have been waiting here for a long time, waiting to interview Xie Hongxin. There was a lot of noise and discussion at the scene. Some people questioned the fairness of the game, while others raised their arms and shouted to celebrate the victory. Yang Baixi tried his best to maintain order and guided Xie Hongxin into the interview session, asking him how he felt about the victory and his true evaluation of the strength of his opponent Buhasihe. Xie Hongxin was humble and polite, his gratitude was beyond words, and he gave a respectful answer.

At the same time, Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian had quietly arrived at the North Corridor Newspaper Office. Lin Xiaofeng, who had worked hard for days, showed signs of exhaustion. He held in his hand relevant information about the recent misdeeds of the environmental protection team and solemnly handed it to Li Dexian. He said earnestly that if the environmental protection team continued to let things go as they did, they would probably cause dissatisfaction with the court and even face the risk of being recalled to the palace. Li Dexian took the information, a trace of confusion flashed across his face, and asked why, as an important minister in the DPRK, he had no knowledge of such a serious incident.

Lin Xiaofeng frowned, his eyes were like torches, and he looked straight at Li Dexian. There was a hint of sharpness in his words, and he asked: "Your Highness, are you really unaware of the various operations behind the environmental protection team?" In these words, he expressed his concern for the possibility of the environmental protection team. The existence of money-making behavior is full of doubts. Faced with this question, Li Dexian did not show any panic, but firmly denied the accusation: "Every measure implemented by the environmental protection team is evidenced by a document signed by me, and there is absolutely no illegal money-making behavior. . Detailed accounts of the fines paid by the people are available. The reason why they appear to be harsh is because the people have little knowledge about preventing and controlling micro-insects. We can only quickly advance the rectification process with thunderous measures." Lin Xiaofeng felt excited after hearing Li Dexian's candid response. Feeling a little guilty, I secretly blamed myself for my previous too rash speculations, so I offered to go to the field together tomorrow to investigate the true situation of the environmental protection team. Li Dexian looked calm and confident and agreed.

As night fell, when Lin Xiaofeng returned to the mansion, Xie Hongxin was exhausted and looked haggard. Lin Xiaofeng did not interrogate him too much. After just a brief inquiry, he walked straight into the study room, where a mountain of official business was waiting for him to deal with, especially the plan to build a textile factory that could not be delayed. However, at this critical moment, Emperor Jingjiang summoned him to the palace. When the emperor asked about Xie Hongxin's injury, Lin Xiaofeng respectfully told him that it was nothing serious. After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang praised Xie Hongxin's heroic performance and even intended to grant him a position in the palace. However, Lin Xiaofeng declined after careful consideration. The reason was that he wanted to preserve the dignity of the royal family and did not want to attract criticism and speculation from inside and outside the court.

Emperor Jingjiang did not insist on his opinion, but instead rewarded Lin Xiaofeng with a hundred taels of silver, and then entrusted him with the important task of serving as the examiner of the upcoming talent recruitment ceremony, responsible for selecting talents who can assist in the compilation of six newspapers. When he first heard about this, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but be stunned. After a brief pause, he realized the far-reaching intention behind the emperor's move: to recruit those who failed the imperial examination to serve as temporary reporters, which would not only solve the current manpower shortage problem in the six departments, but also provide support to those frustrated scholars. Provide a new way of life. However, Lin Xiaofeng felt that his knowledge was limited and worried that he would not be qualified for the role of examiner. He couldn't help but feel uneasy, fearing that he would not be able to assume this important responsibility related to the continuation of the country's cultural heritage. Despite this, he knew that the emperor's order was inevitable, so he had to put aside his inner worries for the time being and prepare to go all out to meet this important test related to talent selection.

After thinking for a short time, Lin Xiaofeng suddenly realized that the job of invigilating the examination was actually quite interesting. He looked back on the time when he was a student when he was young, and couldn't help but feel troubled in his heart. However, when he thought that if he misjudged the fate of his students due to his own mistakes in judgment, the torture of his conscience would make him sleepless. Emperor Jingjiang's eyes were sharp and he keenly caught Lin Xiaofeng's inner hesitation, so he directly asked him if he was willing to serve as the examiner. Lin Xiaofeng was neither humble nor arrogant, so she politely declined, citing her shallow knowledge and fear of unfairness, and requested to only take on the role of invigilating the exam.

When Emperor Jingjiang heard this, a trace of astonishment flashed across his face, and he immediately smiled: "You don't need to take on the role of chief examiner, you only need to perform the duties of invigilator. I think back then, when you were young and achieved success, you won the imperial examination. Such talent and talent would not be enough for you. I felt scared about the duties of an examiner in a provincial examination. "Lin Xiaofeng honestly said that he had neglected reading and studying in recent years and was no longer very proficient in knowledge. Emperor Jingjiang ordered him to focus on the invigilation process and not participate in marking and judging, and told him to be careful in the examination room. Observe the candidates' performance in detail and make a list of candidates for further screening.

During the conversation, Emperor Jingjiang changed the topic and brought up the prince's problem, feeling worried like a dark cloud. Lin Xiaofeng responded that the matter was being steadily handled. Emperor Jingjiang then became concerned about the prince's heirs, which made Lin Xiaofeng feel embarrassed and stressed, but he still firmly assured that the prince's physical condition was not serious. Immediately afterwards, Emperor Jingjiang touched upon Lin Xiaofeng's own marriage problem. Faced with this question, Lin Xiaofeng excused himself on the grounds that he was young and had not yet considered maturity, while Emperor Jingjiang earnestly advised him to start a family and settle down as soon as possible. Lin Xiaofeng was so worried about this issue that he did not dare to mention the subtle emotional entanglement between himself and the princess, so he had to bow deeply to Emperor Jingjiang and leave in a hurry.

Emperor Jingjiang watched Lin Xiaofeng leave with a hint of contempt deep in his heart, secretly sighing at his lack of ambition, but he always had a trace of curiosity and expectation about his secret emotional entanglements. Lin Xiaofeng hurriedly withdrew, leaving Emperor Jingjiang jokingly calling him a "cowardless person", but in his heart he expressed dissatisfaction and regret for his complicated emotional world.

At dawn the next day, Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian walked side by side on the bustling streets of North Langfang. The sun was shining on the earth for the first time, reflecting the newly made gorgeous long knife hanging on Li Dexian's waist. The blade shone in the sun, exuding a heroic spirit; while Lin Xiaofeng's face looked slightly haggard, as if he had not slept all night. His eyes were slightly swollen, showing signs of exhaustion. Li Dexian took the initiative to mention yesterday's incident with the environmental protection team. With the determination to explore the truth, the two walked briskly through the bustling streets and finally stepped into the door of a restaurant and went straight inside.

It was the beginning of the Chenshi period, the restaurant was not yet full of guests, and the storekeepers were busy preparing ingredients for the morning market. The shopkeeper recognized Prince Li Dexian and Mr. Lin at a glance. He wanted to bow his head and salute as a sign of respect, but was gently stopped by Lin Xiaofeng, who asked about the recent changes in vegetable prices. Li Dexian also felt hungry, so he casually ordered a few dishes to taste. Lin Xiaofeng inquired carefully and learned that vegetable prices have generally increased by 10% to 20% recently. The reason is that the environmental protection team has become increasingly strict on food inspection standards. Many complicated requirements have led to a sharp increase in costs. In addition, many regular customers have been lost due to this, which has caused this The restaurant business is in unprecedented trouble. Faced with Lin Xiaofeng's concern, the shopkeeper finally found an opportunity to express his sorrows. He proposed to lead the prince and Mr. Lin to visit the kitchen so that they could see with their own eyes the troubles they faced.

The two of them followed the shopkeeper into the kitchen, and saw that the layout of the kitchen was strict and orderly, and all kinds of ingredients were clearly arranged according to type. Everyone couldn't help but nod and praise them. However, although the environment is tidy, it cannot hide the shopkeeper's inner worries. He revealed that the environmental protection team's behavior of taking ingredients privately further increased their burden and made it unbearable. Hearing this, Li Dexian's expression suddenly became serious. He solemnly promised that he would thoroughly investigate the matter and give the restaurant a fair explanation. Although the shopkeeper had concerns, with Lin Xiaofeng's comfort and encouragement, he finally plucked up the courage and decided to expose all the unfair treatment he had suffered. Li Dexian is firmly determined to find out the truth, not only to uphold justice for the restaurant owner, but also to allow the people to live comfortably in a fair and just social environment.

The shopkeeper adjusted his breathing and prepared to expose the misdeeds of the environmental protection team to Prince Li Dexian and Lin Xiaofeng. Although he saw that the prince showed approval for the work of the environmental protection team on the surface, he knew in his heart that this was not the case. At this moment, under the friendly attitude of the prince and the encouraging eyes of Mr. Lin, he finally summoned the courage to clear the backlog of the work. The long-lasting bitter water poured out. He told the truth earnestly, claiming that the environmental protection team had committed fraud under the banner of the prince, which had already caused the restaurant to suffer. At first, he stated the facts in a respectful manner, and then he said it bluntly: Although the kitchen after the rectification was indeed neat and orderly, the price paid behind it was a loss of nearly 20% of the ingredients. What is even more unacceptable is that some of the ingredients It was also taken away privately by the environmental protection team. This statement is definitely not fiction.

He also described in detail how the originally spacious and convenient kitchen was now divided into multiple rooms for no reason, making entry and exit procedures complicated and time-consuming. When Lin Xiaofeng asked why they didn't simplify the process and open the door to save trouble, the shopkeeper couldn't help but burst into tears and choked up and revealed that the environmental protection team strictly prohibited them from opening the door at will to prevent pollution, and threatened to impose heavy fines if they violated the regulations, and claimed that these all belonged to the prince. The will made them dare not violate it in any way. Hearing this, Li Dexian's expression suddenly changed, showing an expression of embarrassment and helplessness.

Then, the shopkeeper continued to accuse the environmental protection team of having no fixed rules but frequent fines, and even offered to pay for services. Otherwise, frequent inspections would be required, making it almost impossible for the shop to maintain operations under heavy pressure. He angrily accused the environmental protection team of becoming bullies who bullied the people, and begged the prince to severely punish this bad behavior. After listening to the shopkeeper's cry, Li Dexian was filled with shame and regret. He and Lin Xiaofeng got up, left their seats, and walked out the door. The shopkeeper reluctantly sent the guest out, watching the two people go away, tears falling down like broken pearls.

Walking into the streets, Li Dexian was filled with shock and confusion. He murmured to himself that at first he just ordered the environmental protection team to strengthen food inspections, but he didn't expect it to evolve to this point. After careful consideration, Lin Xiaofeng suggested visiting a few more restaurants to learn more about the truth. So the two of them visited several shops non-stop, and what they heard and saw were roughly the same. As a result, Li Dexian's face became more and more gloomy.

When they arrived at Laoer Restaurant, Wang Laoer respectfully presented a series of evidence he had secretly collected and a list of illegal team members, saying that his shop was able to survive the disaster because of Lin Xiaofeng's protection. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and praised Wang Laoer for being smart and capable, and then handed the information to Li Dexian for review. After Li Dexian read it carefully, his face became paler and he wondered: Why did the environmental protection team lie to him?

Lin Xiaofeng suggested that he return to the newspaper office to discuss the matter in detail. At this time, Li Dexian was in an extremely complicated mood. He was still energetic in the morning, but now he seemed depressed. He was haunted by many troubles such as wrong decisions, public complaints, and deception by his subordinates. He felt that Unprecedented pressure and pain. In the end, he could only follow Lin Xiaofeng and return to the newspaper office as if he had lost his soul.

After returning to the club, the two of them walked into a room that was as quiet as night and as silent as water. They chose to sit opposite each other and each fell into a deep abyss of thought. Li Dexian, this once high-spirited man, was now frozen in his chair like a stone sculpture. His expression was in a trance, his eyes lost their energy, like two bottomless dry wells, trying his best to explore the endless space in front of him. Hidden Questions Answers. His eyes passed through the barrier of reality, seeming to be looking for justice and morality lost in the long river of time.

Lin Xiaofeng poured tea and drank it leisurely by himself. Although there were reporters outside the door talking like boiling water, the noise could not invade the tranquility of this small area. He raised the cup and sipped gently until the tea gradually turned from scalding hot to slightly cold. After drinking three cups in a row, he felt as if he had drank all the things in the world. Finally, Li Dexian broke the dead silence, his voice full of sorrow and disappointment, like autumn leaves falling and winter snow melting: "Why did everything evolve to this situation? I never gave any hint or order for them to do anything to the people. They are also members of the people, and they can still stand up in times of crisis to rescue people in disasters. In the past, we shared joys and sorrows and shared simple meals. At that time, their faces were simple and sincere. I had never heard of them. What is the reason for them to abandon their original intention and embark on this path of rebellion?"

As a listener who is well versed in the changes in world affairs, Lin Xiaofeng responded to Li Dexian's sentiments with an inclusive and insightful attitude. He is well aware of the sting caused by betrayal and deception. He climbed from a small clerk to a high position as a county magistrate step by step. The burden on his shoulders became heavier and heavier, and he felt more clearly that with the improvement of status, those who People who had gone through hard times together began to have different aspirations. Under the aura of power, human relationships gradually become subtle and indifferent, and awe quietly diminishes. The reason why the environmental protection team dares to act so wantonly stems from this crux.

The prince was immersed in the good time of living in harmony in the past. Lin Xiaofeng broke this memory with words at the right time: "Has your highness ever deeply reflected on the fact that this may be the fault you have ignored?" Li Dexian heard this. , was shocked and even more confused. His original intention was to improve people's livelihood, but he never expected to be blinded by the disguise of his subordinates. Lin Xiaofeng's tone was gentle but straight to the point, and he analyzed: "They are a group of humble workers, living in hardship and hardship. Once they have the opportunity to change their destiny, they will naturally find it difficult to resist the temptation, and they will even sacrifice others for themselves. Now, His Highness has given them power, which has instantly broadened their horizons and expanded their desires. The environmental protection team has used its authority to exert various pressures on merchants and set a series of harsh standards in order to expand their own interests. The sphere of influence also presets an escape route and passes the responsibility to the merchants, keeping them at a disadvantage and ensuring that they can make long-term profits.”

Listening to these cruel facts, Li Dexian's face became more and more frustrated and helpless, while Lin Xiaofeng continued to elaborate: "Your Highness should be aware that behind the word 'Prince' is the heavy expectations of the court and the country. Nowadays, With His Highness's authority and protection behind them, the environmental protection team has become even more reckless. According to conclusive evidence, the environmental protection team has been reduced to a group of bandits under the banner of justice. Among them are former life-saving heroes like Captain Zhang, who are now corrupt. The level is shocking. He accepted bribes and allowed the restaurant to evade inspection. If His Highness has any doubts, you might as well summon them to confront him. " Yang Baixi submitted detailed investigation materials as instructed, and the bad records of the environmental protection team were vividly displayed on the paper. The captain's name is clearly on the list, and his greedy behavior is shocking.

In the face of irrefutable evidence, Li Dexian could no longer deny the existence of the facts, and could only feel sad and lament over and over again. Lin Xiaofeng's sharp language is like a sharp sword, pointing directly at the root of the problem - the abuse of power. The members of the environmental protection team failed to properly control the power in their hands. Instead, they fought against each other, placed themselves above the underlying merchants, and oppressed them wantonly. Li Dexian completely woke up at this moment, deeply realized his mistake, and felt deeply sad and helpless about it.

Li Dexian, a middle-aged tough guy who has gone through many vicissitudes of life, faced the sudden betrayal of Captain Zhang, and the pain deep in his heart was like the water of the Yellow River bursting its banks and rolling over. His five fingers were tightly embedded in the black and slightly gray hair, pulling painfully, as if to pull the pain out of the bone marrow. His twisted face is like a picture full of deep emotions, engraved with endless struggle and resistance against betrayal and disappointment.

Lin Xiaofeng on the side witnessed this scene and couldn't help but feel an indescribable resonance in his heart. He was well aware of the complex changes and contradictions of human nature, so he tried to comfort Li Dexian with a deep and philosophical speech: "The essence of the prince is still the innocent and kind soul we are familiar with, and he must not be troubled by temporary events. , completely denying all his past." At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng's eyes were shining with firmness and wisdom, like stars illuminating the darkness.

However, after Li Dexian heard this consolation, the anger in his heart was like a powder keg ignited by sparks, and he wanted to pour all his anger on Captain Zhang. Seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng reacted quickly, stepped in front of Li Dexian, and warned earnestly: "Fairness and selflessness are the cornerstone of our actions. We must uphold the principle of fairness and justice in dealing with everyone in the environmental protection team, and we must not let personal emotions influence our judgment. "Despite Lin Xiaofeng's sincere words, Li Dexian was still stubborn and had a gloomy look on his face. It was obvious that he could not fully accept this rational persuasion.

Lin Xiaofeng is well aware of the conflicts in people's hearts and the importance of people's rights. He once again reminded Li Dexian that as the prince, his responsibility is not only to punish evil and promote good, but more importantly, to protect everyone's rights and ensure justice. Like the sun shining on the earth, warming every corner. Under these words, Li Dexian felt as if his self-defense shell had been pierced by sharp eyes. He felt ashamed and fled the scene in embarrassment. (End of chapter)