Folklore: The baby starts the game, and the mother takes off her painted skin

Chapter 148 The True Function of the Chessboard [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

"Yes, the Mu family that suddenly disappeared hundreds of years ago."

Qiu Qianhai nodded slightly.

Liu Bai listened and felt that this matter seemed to be becoming interesting indeed... He came to this city to find something that could gather energy.

The things that gather qi are related to the Mu family, but this Mu family disappeared hundreds of years ago.

Now, the Sunset Mountain that has suddenly caused a stir in Yunzhou City seems to be related to the Mu family.

Liu Bai felt that this matter was becoming more and more interesting.

It seems that no matter how things change, the essence remains the same. This matter is inevitably related to the sunset.

"Go on." Liu Bai perked up and sat up straight.

"The founder of the Mu family, that is, their ancestor, is called Mu Renke. You may not know this person, Liu Bai. But I'm talking about another person, Liu Bai, you should have heard of him."

Qiu Qianhai was still keeping the secret, but Liu Bai already knew who he was talking about.

Black Tomb.

But he didn't interrupt, instead he cooperated and asked, "Who?"

"Black Tomb." Qiu Qianhai said slowly.

"What? It's him!"

Liu Bai raised his voice. As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Cao complained in his mind: "Young Master, you are so fake. You actually lied to people like this. You are a liar!"

“Well, it seems that you also know the identity of the Black Tomb. I won’t say much about him. The main thing is this Mu family.”

Qiu Qianhai continued, "When the Black Tomb was still in existence, the Mu family was at its peak in the entire Yunzhou."

"But later, when Hei Mu grew old and was imprisoned in the tomb and never walked out, the Mu family suddenly disappeared overnight."

"There are many different opinions. Some say that the Mu family was killed by the Black Tomb's enemies, while others say that they followed him into the Black Tomb and became the legendary tomb-keepers."

"There are also rumors that the Mu family is scattered among the people, waiting to make a comeback in the future."

"There were many theories, but none of them were convincing. It was not until a hundred years later that someone found a clue left by the Mu family in their ruins..."

Even the calm Qiu Qianhai lowered his voice when he spoke this.

"It is said that the Mu family was destroyed by the enemies of the Black Tomb, but fortunately the Mu family had made preparations in advance and placed all the treasures in the Mu family treasury in Sunset Mountain in Danshan."

"That's all the treasures of the entire Mu family... Considering the power of the Mu family in Yunzhou at that time, the Mu family's treasures can almost be called the treasures of the entire Yunzhou."

"But this is not the main point. The most important thing is that the clues left by the Mu family said that they left the inheritance of the Black Tomb in Sunset Mountain. If you can get it, you can become a living disciple of the Black Tomb... This is the greatest treasure."

“If a person who walks in the underworld obtains this inheritance, it means that he is qualified to reach the top.”

“It is said that even if an evil spirit obtains it, it can become the evil spirit of this throne.”

Qiu Qianhai said it all in one breath, and after he finished speaking, his eyes were full of envy and excitement.

Reaching the top... even if there is only a glimmer of hope, it is enough to drive countless people crazy.

Not to mention this Black Tomb disciple, if it is true, then there is not a glimmer of hope.

But there is great hope!

"No wonder then." Liu Bai sighed, "No wonder so many people have been heading to Yunzhou City and Xianshan recently."

Then think of the red pawn ghost and the black elephant old woman on the chessboard of life and death.

Even the group of gargoyles we met on the way here were all rushing for the treasure on Sunset Mountain...

"Yeah, this city has been really busy lately."

Qiu Qianhai said this with a smile, and it was unclear whether it was sarcasm or something else.

Anyway, it was quite amusing to smile.

After discussing this matter, Liu Bai asked Qiu Qianhai about the general situation in the city.

The most powerful force is still the City Lord's Mansion, needless to say.

There are three remaining local forces, namely Laba Sect, Shefu Hall and Matchmaker Association.

Other major forces, such as the Water and Fire Sect and the Paper Umbrella Society, also have branches in the city.

Many forces gathered together, and in addition there were also some extremely powerful idle sneakers.

As well as the groups formed by various mountain and sect trades, such as the sheepfold of a shepherd, etc.

Generally speaking, Yunzhou City is a mess, a very messy place...but it is precisely because of this mess that it deserves the title of a provincial capital.

If it were like the Blood Food City, with only a few small fights, it would be too petty.

After saying this, Liu Bai naturally shifted the topic to Qiu Qianhai.

Asked him what happened after he left Huangliang Town.

"As for me..." Qiu Qianhai said with a bitter smile, "When I first arrived at Blood Food City, I was targeted by the Kids' Gang. Liu Tie should have told you about this."

"Yeah, I said it."

"During that period... I was in danger every day. I even fled to a village in Cuiyun Mountain. I didn't sleep for nearly ten days. Now I think that period was the darkest time in my life."

"But it's a good thing that I had that experience, otherwise I wouldn't be where I am now."

Qiu Qianhai said with emotion, "How should I put it? It can be said that my past has made me who I am today."

"Then how did you come to Yunzhou City?" Liu Bai was curious.

"This, it can be considered a coincidence."

"At that time, I was being chased by the Kids' Gang and had nowhere to go, so I jumped into the Shenqian River. Later, I was rescued by a passing corpse collector. After the corpse collector learned about my situation, he introduced me to a caravan coming to the provincial capital."

"I thought that staying in Xueshi City would be a life-threatening situation, so I decided to come to this prefecture to try my luck. So, I followed the caravan to Yunzhou City."

After Qiu Qianhai finished speaking, he peeled a roasted peanut for himself and put it into his mouth.

It is very smooth to peel with one hand.

"You still have the strength."

A man came to the provincial capital to make a living, with a disabled body and everything from lighting three fires to burning spirits. In particular, he joined the Water and Fire Sect... The Water and Fire Sect, like the Children's Gang, the Paper Umbrella Society, and the Funeral Temple, are all large organizations spanning three major countries.

Moreover, compared to the lack of bottom line of the Children's Gang, the greed of the Paper Umbrella Society, and the madness of the Funeral Temple, the Water and Fire Sect... at least it is a normal organization.

It is divided into two religions, Water and Fire. The Fire religion emphasizes acting as fiercely as fire... Well, that's what the people in the Fire religion say themselves.

Others say that the people in the Fire Cult are a group of reckless and vulgar ghost walkers. Whenever they encounter something, they will only think about... fuck him, just kill him!
As for the brain? What is that?
Therefore, the ghost walkers of the Fire Cult are often called "branch temples of funeral temples."

As for the Water Cult, it is the complete opposite. They are patient and cautious in everything they do. They generally won't take action without a foolproof plan. Once they take action, it is most likely to be a must-win.

Therefore, the conflicts and disputes within the Water and Fire Sect are also extremely serious.

The Fire Cult thinks that the people of the Water Cult are a bunch of trash and are not worthy of being called disciples of the Fire and Water Cult.

The people of the Water Cult think that the people of the Fire Cult are a group of brainless evil spirits!

Therefore, the normality of the Water and Fire Sect can only be considered "relatively speaking."

As for Qiu Qianhai in front of him, the moment Liu Bai saw him, he knew that he was a member of the Water Sect of the Water and Fire Sect.

Because most of the people from the Fire Cult carry nine-ring broadswords on their waists, while the people from the Water Cult carry copper coin magic swords on their backs, they are very easy to identify.

Behind Qiu Qianhai was a copper coin magic sword.

"What about you, Liu Bai? How long do you plan to stay in Yunzhou City? Or you can just stay with me..."

Before Qiu Qianhai could finish his words, there was a knock on the door.

Very urgent and impulsive.

Qiu Qianhai immediately stood up and said with an apologetic smile: "I'll go take a look first."

"Well, go do your thing first."

Liu Bai was also peeling peanuts on the table and eating them. The peanuts were cooked to perfection and smelled delicious. No wonder Qiu Qianhai was peeling them with one hand and eating them with such enthusiasm.

There were voices outside the courtyard, but Liu Bai didn't listen deliberately. He just heard Qiu Qianhai coming back soon and said with a hint of guilt: "There is something going on in the hall, and we need to solve it."

"It will be quick. Liu Bai, wait for me here for a while. We can have lunch together when I come back."

"also."

Liu Bai was not in a hurry. He was just thinking about what to do next, whether to go shopping first and then go home, or just go home directly.

Anyway, it only takes a short while to go back and forth to the Blood Food City, it’s very fast.

"it is good."

After explaining everything, Qiu Qianhai turned around and left. He felt relieved to leave Liu Bai at his home.

"Sir, this Qiu Qianhai is really capable. Xiaocao feels that none of your fellow apprentices can compare to him."

After Qiu Qianhai left, Xiaocao stuck his head out and spoke.

After hearing this question, Liu Bai thought about it carefully, and then said: "It may be true that there was no such thing before, but now it seems that if Hu Wei is sent to Yunzhou City, he might be able to achieve something."

"Sixth Master, let alone the second Master Ma, is not even as good as him."

"Liu Tie's mind has long been dulled by the stable life of a paper-making craftsman. He can no longer make any breakthroughs." "Tsk, young master, you are only three years old, and you are pointing fingers at people in their teens and twenties."

Xiaocao rolled her eyes and exposed Liu Bai's weirdness.

Liu Bai was too lazy to pay attention to him. He was thinking... Let's not talk about whether the sunset at the mountain was true or false.

But how can I benefit from this big event without crying out to my mother?

Find the energy-gathering thing you need.

The first and most important point is what Madam Liu said, that the Red Pawn Ghost is related to the disappeared Mu family.

So if you want to get in on this matter, the Red Pawn Ghost is a good choice.

In this case, we can first try to find clues from the chessboard of life and death. Liu Bai also feels that... the function of this chessboard of life and death has not been utilized at all!

Thinking of this, he took out the mask and put it on, then took out the chessboard.

Xiao Cao immediately perked up, "Master, what do you want to say? Are you going to call the Queen to come and massacre the city?"

Liu Bai: "..."

He first sensed his surroundings and made sure that no one was watching before he lit the fire. The black chess piece quickly appeared on the board.

Xiaocao tactfully went to close the door.

Liu Bai thought about it, then lowered his voice and asked, "Is anyone there?"

As his voice fell, a chess piece appeared on the chessboard, but this time it was no longer the red ghost pawn that was famous for its speed.

But...Black Shi.

So, my mother has actually been paying attention to my movements... Liu Bai felt warm in his heart, and his originally fluctuating mood also calmed down.

"I'm here."

Madam Liu's cold voice rang out over the chessboard.

"I'm here too." Next came the red ghost.

After waiting for a moment, the voice of the old woman Black Elephant also sounded on the chessboard, "I'm here too, Black General, what can I do for you? Don't worry, I owe you one. Do you need any help?"

The old woman Black Elephant seemed to be very grateful. After Liu Bai saved her life, she often mentioned him.

Seeing that everyone was there, Liu Bai organized his words a little, and then said in a calm voice: "It's like this, I have an idea, you guys can listen to it."

"Well, you go ahead." The Red Pawn Ghost took over.

Liu Bai continued, "In fact, I think there is no need for us to keep fighting like this. This way, we are not making use of the true purpose of this chessboard."

"Oh?" The Red Pawn Ghost made a puzzled sound.

"Although this chessboard is designed to make us kill each other in order to improve our own strength, that is certainly one aspect. However, as long as we pay attention to protecting our personal information... in other aspects, we can make some exchanges."

The Red Pawn Ghost reacted the fastest. As soon as Liu Bai finished speaking, he asked, "Black General, do you mean to exchange information?"

"This seems interesting. I have said so much for free on this chessboard of life and death before. Indeed, it will not be free anymore in the future."

"I agree with this!"

The old lady Black Elephant was a little hesitant after hearing this. "It's fine to exchange information for a fee, but there has to be a rule, right?"

"You can't exchange everything."

Liu Bai also had some thoughts on this matter, so he quickly replied: "Of course, the first and most important point about this news is that it is reliable."

"If it's gossip or something, you can tell me, but I have to let you know in advance."

"Of course, this is just a verbal agreement between us. If someone spreads false information on the chessboard and it is confirmed, the other three of us can automatically exclude him or her, or even try to join forces to kill him or her..."

After Liu Bai finished speaking, Madam Liu was the first to respond.

"No problem for me." She agreed decisively.

Liu Bai enjoyed this feeling very much, as if he, as a son, was working on his career outside and getting full support from his family.

The Red Pawn Ghost then said, "I can, too."

The Black Elephant woman took the longest to think. "What if... for example, General Black told you a piece of news, but I'm not interested in it? Then, do I owe you one for listening to it?"

"Of course not. If you are not interested, you can just tell me in advance and quit from the chessboard.

Then it will be considered as listening.”

"It's just that the value of this news...is up to us to evaluate on our own, but I still hope that everyone can be sincere."

Liu Bai spoke seriously.

After listening to this, the Red Pawn Ghost and the Black Elephant Old Woman were silent for a while, and then they said:
"I think Black General's suggestion is actually quite good."

"As for the idea that absorbing each other's chessboards can improve one's own qualifications, this is certainly useful, but what if there are other effects afterwards? Right?"

These words were said by the Red Pawn Ghost, and he seemed a little bit scared.

The old woman with the black elephant followed up by saying, "Yes, actually I have wanted to say this for a long time. This chessboard of life and death is also a rare treasure, but since I got it, I have gained very little benefit from it. The only time the black general saved my life was last time."

"Now it seems that perhaps Black General's suggestion is the best and the best way to make the most of this chessboard of life and death."

"Then let's make a deal. Next time, we won't fight on this chessboard anymore. Let's all try to live in peace. How about that?"

The Red Pawn Ghost also began to negotiate peace.

After hearing this, Liu Bai agreed immediately.

As for whether they can really put aside their prejudices against each other, only God knows.

Anyway, Liu Bai felt that the words of this red ghost were the most unreliable.

Afterwards, several people reiterated their positions, saying that this was feasible, and that they should make good use of the chessboard of life and death in the future, communicate on it, and obtain useful information for each other.

Seeing that they all agreed, Liu Bai immediately said, "In that case, I will throw out some news to stimulate discussion."

"Okay, what is it related to?" the Red Pawn Ghost said immediately.

"At this time, it is naturally related to Sunset Mountain. If you don't want to listen, you can quit now."

After Liu Bai finished speaking, none of the three remaining chess pieces disappeared.

He then said, "Okay, then I'll tell you."

"Last night, the Laba Cult wiped out a Zou Yin family about 300 miles east of Yunzhou City. The Zou Yin family's surname was Lin, and the entire family was wiped out."

The old woman Black Elephant immediately spoke up after hearing this, her voice even a little excited, "General Black, do you mean that the Lin family is related to Sunset Mountain?"

"Ah."

The chessboard fell silent, and after a moment's wait, the Red Pawn Ghost said, "Okay, since the Black General has said so, I'll tell you something too, and it's also news related to Sunset Mountain."

He didn't even wait for the moment to finish his words, and immediately continued, "The Funeral Temple has already taken action in the city. They have spread a lot of false news, and they are all related to Sunset Mountain."

"What a damn funeral temple!" the old woman Black Elephant cursed after hearing this.

This is fine for others, at least they are looking for the location of the sunset mountain, but this is not the case for the funeral temple.

They don't care about the location of Sunset Mountain, they just want to cause trouble in the city!
"No, it is certain that the Funeral Temple will take action... Could this be the news you received, Hongzu?" Liu Bai asked.

Red Pawn: "Of course not. I haven't finished yet."

Black Elephant: “Go on.”

The Red Pawn Ghost then said, "Just this morning, the Funeral Temple provoked a dispute between the Laba Sect and the Water and Fire Sect because the Laba Sect killed a member of the Water and Fire Sect. So now the Laba Sect and the Water and Fire Sect are fighting in Huaishu Street in the southeast of the city."

"But this news is of course false. The heir was hidden by the funeral temple in the stable of Xiuchun Tower in the city."

After he finished speaking, Black Elephant said, "No, Red Soldier, what does your news have to do with Sunset Mountain?"

"Hey, do you think the Funeral Temple is for kidnapping random people? That person knows a little bit about Sunset Mountain, but I don't know much more. If you are interested, find a way to go there yourself."

"Black General, how about this news? Can it offset the debt I just owed you?" asked the Red Pawn Ghost.

Liu Bai: "Okay, then we can cancel each other out."

The two of them canceled out, but if the old woman Black Elephant didn't tell her some useful information, then she would owe Liu Bai and the Red Pawn Ghost one each.

So she hesitated for a moment and said, "Then I'll tell you one too."

"Although the matchmaker association has already announced that they will not plan to take advantage of the sunset, they asked the other families not to blame them."

"But in fact, the matchmaker club has already started searching on Mount Xian. They don't plan to look for information in the city, but to search directly on Mount Xian."

"Can this news be offset?"

Red Pawn: "Okay, then the three of us are done."

"This woman from the matchmaker's party is just like this. She's very good at talking, but she never tells the truth."

Liu Bai also agreed to it, which was considered as a offset.

Then the Red Pawn Ghost asked immediately, "What about you, Blackie? You must have heard all the news about the three of us."

"There has to be an explanation for this."

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(Monthly ticket at the end of the month, I beg you)
(End of this chapter)