Wandering Sword Seller's Life in the Qin Dynasty

Yan Dan opened her mouth slightly, wanting to say something, but didn't know where to begin. The answer to everything was already self-evident after Xu Qing's previous words.

If Jing Ke wins, he can ask Big Iron Hammer to step forward and help him maintain order in the martial arts world of Ji City.

But Jing Ke lost.

He naturally has no right to demand many things.

"Alright, let's not talk about these things anymore, let's drink, let's drink!"

Seeing that the two sides could not reach an agreement and the atmosphere had become deadlocked, Jing Ke took the initiative to step forward and resolve the awkward situation.

After Jing Ke's meddling, Xu Qing, Da Tiechui, and the others rejoined the banquet. Yan Dan no longer stood on the moral high ground to criticize Xu Qing and the others, simply because he discovered that Xu Qing had no morals whatsoever.

The reason Yan Dan brought up the storm in Jicheng earlier was simply to see if Xu Qing cared about the lives of the common people. If he did, he could use morality to coerce Xu Qing. However, Xu Qing's response thwarted Yan Dan's plan.

He also knew that Xu Qing was not a person from the Yan state.

That's to be expected.

However, what bothered him most was what Xu Qing said next.

"If the reason for challenging the swordsmen of Yan with a giant iron hammer is not to seek personal fame, then what is it that he seeks?"

Many questions arose in Yan Dan's mind.

After a round of toasts and conversation, Xu Qing spoke with Jing Ke for a while, and finally left the Crown Prince's residence with the big iron hammer.

After the banquet ended, Yan Dan did not send anyone to clean up the mess. Instead, he asked Jing Ke, "Brother Jing, what did he say to you?"

"We just talked about our experiences over the years," Jing Ke replied to Yan Dan. "By the way, he made some requests."

"any request?"

"As the victor, he needs His Highness the Crown Prince to pay some reward..."

Immediately, Jing Ke told him Xu Qing's request.

Xu Qing asked Yan Dan to help him collect some precious materials for forging swords.

Yan Dan was not angry after hearing this.

After all, he was the one who proposed the challenge, and since he lost, he should accept the consequences.

"I'll have someone collect it; you can give it to him when the time comes!"

Yan Dan spoke in a deep voice.

Because of Jing Ke's previous introduction, he already knew Xu Qing's background.

Master Xu's friend, a top swordsmith with a deep friendship with the Mohists.

Even though such people have different ideologies, it is still necessary to win them over.

Jing Ke's Broken Mountain Sword was made by this man.

Previously, I had never heard of the Thunderclap Sword in the martial arts world. Could it be that the Thunderclap Sword was also made by this person?

Immediately afterwards, another conjecture arose in Yan Dan's mind.

"If the other side sends a great swordsman to challenge various masters, is it not for the sake of personal fame, but for the sake of sword fame?"

As soon as this thought arose, Yan Dan shook her head, realizing she was overthinking things.

……

After leaving the Crown Prince's residence, Xu Qing took the big iron hammer and went to the inn.

Because of the fame of the giant iron hammer, it was naturally inappropriate for him to stay in the mansion that Tian Guang had previously provided.

If people find out where he lives, they will inevitably follow the clues and eventually find Tian Guang.

Xu Qing didn't stay at an inn, since the living conditions there were just so-so.

He usually lived in Tian Guang's residence and would occasionally come over to meet with Da Tiechui.

After the talks with Yan Dan broke down, Xu Qing was also eager to know how Yan Dan would restore order to Ji City.

Expecting Big Hammer to step forward as a role model for the martial arts world is just one of Yan Dan's ideas, not the only one.

Ultimately, while people in the martial arts world may seem powerful, they are actually no match for the military or official forces.

The reason why Yan Dan did not directly use the city's garrison to purge those Jianghu people was simply because he still harbored some delusions and extravagant hopes, wanting to control both the imperial court and the Jianghu.

That's why the method of using people from the martial arts world to control other people from the martial arts world came about.

Two days passed in this way. Big Hammer stayed at home and rarely went out, but his reputation did not fade away. On the contrary, it became even more famous.

Until this day, a servant dressed in brocade robes walked into the inn, slammed the visiting card on the table, and said in a tone as cold as ice: "Great Swordsman, my lord invites you."

"Who is your lord?" Big Hammer raised an eyebrow, a question nagging at him.

"My lord is Lord Yanchun, the younger brother of the King of Yan, and the Crown Prince's uncle!" The servant raised his chin high when he mentioned Lord Yanchun, full of pride. "It's your good fortune that my lord values ​​you. If you know what's good for you, come with me and don't spoil my lord's fun."

Big Hammer had naturally heard of Yan Chunjun's name, but he never imagined that he would be targeted by such an important figure.

"May I have a moment to think?" He suppressed his panic and tried to keep his tone calm. Under Xu Qing's tutelage, he had long since stopped referring to himself as "I" and had learned to speak less and act like an expert. But faced with such strong pressure, he was still somewhat at a loss.

"Didn't the greatswordsman understand me?" The attendant's face darkened, and his tone became even more aggressive. "How dare you bargain over the king's invitation?"

Logically speaking, since Big Iron Hammer could even defeat Korean pop, how could an ordinary person dare to be so presumptuous in front of him? Yet this servant was fearless and emboldened.

Behind him stood Lord Yanchun. In the state of Yan, offending Lord Yanchun meant having nowhere to hide.

They had already investigated and found that although Big Iron Hammer had defeated many masters, he never killed anyone, which clearly indicated that he had some concerns and would not dare to offend the emperor.

Sure enough, after the servant's reprimand, Big Hammer fell silent.

He knew that refusing on the spot would only cause more trouble and even implicate Xu Qing and Tian Guang.

In the end, he could only clench his fists and follow the servant out of the inn.

Xu Qing learned of this half an hour later; the news was brought by Tian Guang.

Although Tian Guang did not appear in the matter of Da Tiechui becoming famous, he had been operating in Yan State for many years, and his peasant family's influence was spread throughout Ji City. He had also been keeping a close eye on Da Tiechui's movements, so he was naturally well-informed.

"Yan Chun Jun actually likes this kind of thing?" Xu Qing gasped in surprise, his eyes widening in astonishment.

Tian Guang looked bewildered: "Big Iron Hammer is born with superhuman strength and has recently become famous. Isn't it normal for Lord Yanchun to want to recruit him for his own use? Why are you so surprised, sir?"

"So that's how it is..." Xu Qing finally realized that he had misunderstood.

Upon hearing that Lord Yanchun had invited someone, he immediately thought of the story in the original novel where Lord Yanchun forcibly invited Xue Nu into his mansion. He assumed that the other party was bisexual, since even Lord Longyang was famous in this era, so it was not surprising that Lord Yanchun had similar fetishes.

He coughed twice to cover his embarrassment, then his face darkened as he analyzed, "Judging from this situation, Yan Chunjun's men didn't give Da Tiechui a chance to inform them at all, and took him away directly. Otherwise, given Da Tiechui's personality, he would definitely have informed us first."

“Yan Chun Jun is not as easy to talk to as Yan Dan.” Tian Guang’s expression was solemn. “Just because you were able to leave the Crown Prince’s residence safely does not mean that Da Tie Chui can leave Yan Chun Jun’s residence unscathed.”

Xu Qing nodded; he was well aware of Yan Chunjun's temperament.

"We must rescue Big Hammer!" Tian Guang said solemnly and firmly. "Big Hammer got involved in the Jicheng turmoil because of me, and I can't just sit idly by."

“Mr. Tian Guang is indeed a man of great loyalty and righteousness.” Xu Qing looked at him, the corners of her lips slightly upturned.

Tian Guang didn't explain. He knew in his heart that besides feeling guilty, he was also appreciating the talent. He wanted to invite Da Tiechui to join the Farmer's Clan and absolutely couldn't let him be defeated by Yan Chunjun.

Lord Yanchun's residence was not far from the Crown Prince's residence, but their styles were completely different.

The vermilion gate was inlaid with gilded rivets, the courtyard was filled with exotic flowers and plants, and even the servants were dressed in silk and satin, exuding extravagance everywhere.

As the only younger brother of the King of Yan, Lord Yanchun did not interfere in politics, but he could enjoy himself to the fullest. The King of Yan granted his requests almost every time, and even Yan Dan had to give him some leeway.

At this moment, in the courtyard of the inner residence of the mansion, a lone iron cage, as tall as a person, stood in the moonlight.

The bars of the iron cage were as thick as an arm and were wrapped with chains. Inside the cage was Da Tiechui, who was imprisoned.

No one would have imagined that the renowned swordsman of Jicheng would meet such an end so soon after entering the Yanchun Lord's residence.

In the hall not far from the giant iron hammer.

Yan Chunjun was watching several dancers perform.

Beautiful women beside him offered him fruit and wine.

"Hasn't that person agreed yet?"

Thinking of the great swordsman, Yan Chun asked casually.

Jueying, the head of the guards who had been by Yanchunjun's side for many years, immediately replied, "Your Majesty, the great swordsman is not yet willing to serve you."

"Hmph!" Upon hearing this answer, Yan Chunjun was furious.

During this period, the name of the Great Swordsman became quite well-known in Jicheng.

After learning of the other party's existence, Lord Yanchun, out of a desire to cherish talent, sent people to recruit him.

Unexpectedly, the other party rejected his kindness immediately upon entering the residence.

This greatly displeased Yan Chunjun.

In this city of Ji, there is nothing he cannot accomplish.

If you don't give him face, where will he find a place to stay?

However, he didn't kill Big Hammer.

After all, talented people are hard to find.

But just as Big Hammer was about to leave, his men captured him.

It must be said that the great swordsman was quite powerful.

He wielded a heavy sword with such ferocity that it seemed to whip up a gust of wind.

Despite his fierce resistance, he severely injured several of his guards.

Unfortunately, there were also experts in his mansion.

With Jueying's intervention, Big Iron Hammer was ultimately defeated.

The sword called "Thunderbolt" was removed.

Afterwards, Big Iron Hammer was imprisoned in an iron cage and placed in the courtyard. Lord Yanchun wanted him to experience the hardships of being exposed to the wind and sun, so that he would come to terms with reality.

"If that's the case, then let's leave him hanging for a few more days!"

Yan Chunjun spoke coldly, without any politeness.

Meanwhile, Yan Chunjun continued to enjoy himself.