Sword from the Immortal Mountain

Chapter 102: Boji Lane, Changle Hall, Alchemist
Although Bojiji Lane is called “Lane”, it is actually a large residential area for wealthy families.

There are continuous streets and a large population; there are lakes and winding rivers; there are pavilions, terraces, and everything else...

In terms of size, Bojiji Lane is comparable to the coverage area of a local county town.

There are two typical theories about the origin of the name.

One is that the area is named after its topography, which resembles a winnowing basket. But another theory is that the shape is not a winnowing basket at all, but a basin.

treasure bowl!
This place is an absolute Feng Shui treasure land;

Second: It is said that when the ancestor of the Chen family of Changletang led his people to migrate to Gaozhou County, they lived in poverty and made a living by cutting bamboo strips, collecting willow branches, etc., and weaving and selling winnowing baskets.

Later on, they gradually became wealthy and eventually became the wealthy and powerful family they are today.

So far, the Chen family of Gaozhou has produced five Jinshi, more than twenty Juren, and countless Xiucai. In the official career, there are even some senior figures who hold the first rank, which is extremely prominent.

In addition, there are martial arts masters, Shinto monks, etc., it can be said that there are many talents and there has never been a break.

The head of this clan is like a towering tree with flourishing branches and roots, which are divided into twelve veins, named "Fang", that is, the twelve rooms.

The number twelve is not chosen randomly, but has its own rules.

The Scripture says: The great number of the heavens is no more than twelve;

Represents perfection.

Of course, people and things change, and there are ups and downs.

If any family fell into decline, they would be merged, replaced, or forced to move out of Bojiji Lane and wander outside, gradually becoming a side branch.

The origin of Chenze Township may have come from this.

The world is ever-changing, and in the long river of history, even the changes of dynasties are nothing but passing clouds, let alone clan bloodlines?
This is also the reason why immortality and longevity are what people dream of.

……

According to what Mr. Hu said in the letter, the old friend he introduced was from the third branch of the Chen family's Changle Hall and his name was "Chen Shizhen".

The generation with the character "shi".

However, the generations between the main family and the side branches were mostly confused and difficult to sort out. As for blood relations, no one knew how many generations had passed and they could not be connected.

Chen Jin did not come here to trace his ancestry, so he did not care much about seniority.

When Ye Yanke drove his carriage to the outside of Bojiji Lane, he saw the endless rows of buildings and could not help but marvel at them.

At the main entrance, you will see a tall stone archway.

This threshold has its own rules and regulations. Before entering, people on horseback must dismount, and people in sedan chairs must get off, as a sign of respect.

Anyone who trespasses or does not follow the rules will be driven out by Chen's people.

As soon as the carriage arrived, it was stopped and questioned.

Judging from the situation, it is even more strict than entering a county city gate.

After asking about the person's identity and purpose, someone will go in to report and only let the person in after verifying their authenticity.

Before this, visitors had to wait outside the door.

In terms of rules, Bojiji Lane is similar to those sects, government departments, etc.

Chen Jin thought of the access control system in some high-end residential areas, which was probably the same.

After waiting for about a quarter of an hour, the person who went to report finally came back with a servant.

The servant's name was "Awu" and he was close to Chen Shizhen. He was responsible for coming out and bringing people in.

"Mr. Chen, please come this way."

Awu was used to welcoming people from all over the country and was very polite. Along the way, there were streets and narrow alleys, some of which were as busy and lively as a market.

"arrive."

At the entrance of an alley, Awu said.

Chen Jin looked up and saw a tablet erected outside the alley entrance with the three characters "Fangzhang Dao" written on it in a very flamboyant style.

This name is indeed unique and special. No wonder Mr. Hu said that this old friend is a person who practices Taoism and seeks truth.

After entering, I saw that the environment inside was quiet, with many kinds of bamboos, plum blossoms, etc. If nothing else, the scenery was pretty good.

When they arrived in front of a house.

Bang!

There was a sudden loud bang, as if something had exploded, and then a clear female voice shouted anxiously, "Dad, Dad, what's wrong with you?"

Awu's face jumped and he ran in quickly. He picked up a wooden bucket like a pro, filled it with water from the big water tank in the corner of the yard, and then rushed into the inner house.

Chen Jin, Ye Yanke and Wangcai's carriage were left outside.

Ye Yanke asked in a low voice: "Scholar, what should we do?"

The loud explosion just now was quite loud, I hope nothing happens to you.

"go in."

Chen Jin entered the house on his own without being invited.

Looking around, I saw that this place was very large, but it was obviously neglected and seemed deserted.

Obviously, the owner of this house is not a wealthy family with a large number of servants, which does not match the identity of the third branch of the Chen family's Changle Hall.

In Hu Yuanwai's letter, he did not introduce Chen Shizhen in detail, just briefly. He probably thought that if Chen Jin came, he would have made his own observations and judgments, and there was no need for others to say more, so as to avoid preconceived ideas.

At this moment, Chen Jin came in. He originally wanted to stay in the courtyard first and not break into the inner house, but he heard chaos inside, shouting, and crying, as if something really big had happened.

He pondered for a moment, stepped in, followed the sound, and soon came to a side courtyard.

The side yard collapsed, and one corner of it was severely damaged and collapsed. There was also a fire, and the flames were burning continuously.

The servant Awu was carrying a bucket and pouring water to put out the fire.

Fortunately, the burning area was not large and the fire was put out in time, so it was brought under control in a short time.

There were several people gathered in the courtyard. One of them was a beautiful young girl who looked anxious and had tears streaming down her face. She kept shouting at the person lying on the ground, "Dad, Dad, don't scare me!"

The man was clearly rescued from a room in the side courtyard. His entire body was blackened by smoke and his hair was disheveled, so his face could not be seen clearly for a moment.

He fainted and seemed unconscious.

If my guess is correct, this person should be Mr. Hu’s old friend "Chen Shizhen".

But I don’t know what this guy is doing to make it like this.

Could it be that he is refining the elixir?
Failure and explosion?
Chen Jin had a strange look on his face. He walked forward and said, "Everyone, make way."

At this time, except for his daughter, the others surrounding Chen Shizhen were basically servants.

They looked over and saw a young man they didn't know. They were all stunned. Someone asked, "Who are you? How did you get in?"

Chen Jin didn't answer, but pushed the man aside, leaned over, and observed Chen Shizhen. Suddenly, he made a move and slapped Chen Shizhen's chest squarely, making a crisp sound.

This action was so unexpected and so swift that the girl screamed, "What are you doing?"

Fortunately, the next moment, Chen Shizhen sat up suddenly, opened his mouth and exhaled a breath, and asked in confusion: "Why am I here?"

(End of this chapter)