World of Chessboard: Volume 2

By Yi JiuQianShang

Life is like a play, young master Qing Yi. What was distinct in black and white was the chess game; what was indistinct was the human heart. Chess is difficult to decide, step by step, one wrong move, all lost. He was gentle and refined, drunk and free from worldly strife; he wore an open and upright robe, his reputation as a man of the world was just like smoke passing through his eyes; he lowered his eyebrows and gave a slight smile. He was playful, dashing, and elegant; he had a fan in his hand; it was common for people to fight openly or secretly, and they would look down on him with their heads held high.

It was originally a different life, yet it became a straight line that led to a completely different end point. Was he going to be reborn from the flames? When the chessboard was no longer black and white, when every single chess piece was imbued with the hearts of the people, vividly displaying the word "chess", the chessboard would no longer be a chessboard, but a formidable game. Close]

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: May 20, 2020
• ISBN: 9781649207609

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CHAPTER 101 - JINJING HUAIYU

Seeing Tao Zhe holding his breath, waiting for his next words, Zhao Baiyi didn't directly answer him. Instead, he asked, Do you know about the Light Wind Palace?

Tao Zhe nodded his head, Yes, yes. It's the place that has two of the top ten sword ranking in Jianghu. And what are the names of the two youths on the Young Hero Board?

Chu Zhenye facepalmed, How can you not know this? The sixth place 'Light Wind Sword' and the seventh place 'Floating Life Sword' were currently in the hands of the top rank of the Young Hero Ranking, Ran Xingchen, and the ninth place, Ran Hao, respectively. The Light Wind Sword and the Light Wind Sword, how can you not know?

Tao Zhe nodded seriously, and then frowned: Ran Hao? Why does it feel so familiar? His gaze moved, falling on Ran Hao at the side, stunned for a moment.

Zhao Qingyan said lightly, It's just a rebranding. He's not the same person.

Ran Hao remained expressionless, but Zhao Boyi and the others were finally able to hold back their laughter, and did not say anything.

Tao Zhe let out an oh, clearly believing him. He then looked at Zhao Boyi: Continue?

Zhao Baiyi asked, Then do you know of the Light Wind Palace, or the Ran Tong Pavilion?

Tao Zhe blankly shook his head, His surname is Ran too?

Chu Zhenye knocked on Tao Zhe's head again, Nonsense, he is the former palace lord of the Light Wind Palace, of course his surname is Ran!

Seeing that Tao Zhe obviously didn't understand, Zhao Qingyan added a simple and concise introduction: He's the father of the Ran Star Dust.

Tao Zhe was suddenly enlightened: I understand!

Zhao Qingyan asked casually, What do you know?

Tao Zhe seriously replied: I know he's Ran Star Dust's father.

Stupid! Chu Zhentian raised his hand and was about to knock on the door, Palace Head Ran is much more famous than the Ran Palace Mistress! It's much more powerful!"

Tao Zhe dodged to the side, moving closer to Zhao Qingyan, Is there any difference between Palace Master Ran and Palace Master Ran?

Zhao Qingyan smiled as he stopped Chu Zhenye who was about to chase after him, That's enough, he doesn't know that you just have to patiently tell him. Before we left, Thirteenth Uncle even specifically reminded you to teach him not to get angry. Are you angry just like that?"

Hearing Zhao Qingyan's words, Chu Zhenye had no choice but to stop as he muttered in a low voice: He should have been beaten up anyway.

Zhao Qingyan turned her head to look at Tao Zhe. Seeing that this foolish child had forgotten that there was still Chu Zhenye who wanted to hit him, she stared blankly at the pastries on the table and passed a plate to him. Do you want to eat? Take a few pieces and eat them.

Tao Zhe nodded and reached for it. Chu Zhenye saw this from the side and raised his eyebrows in anger, If the lord gives it to you, eat it. Is there a rule?

Chu Zhenye. Zhao Qingyan frowned with a slightly dissatisfied tone, but he was not strict with it. We were just playing anyway. What rules are there?

Zhao Baiyi agreed, Exactly, Seventh Brother has no rules.

Zhao Qingyan's eyebrows twitched as he said helplessly, Second Brother … Are you praising me or mocking me? "

Zhao Baiyi threw up his hands, Just the truth.

On the other side, Zhao Qingyan was preparing to argue with Zhao Baiyi. On the other side, Chu Zhenye was once again staring at Tao Zhe, who was eating his cake. Han Yan, who had been silent all this while, finally spoke, Alright, you can rest. Let me teach him. He reached out to push Chu Zhentian aside, and waved his finger in front of Tao Zhe's eyes, signalling him to pay attention: The Ran Tong Xuan Palace Mistress that they are talking about, is the teacher that young prince is talking about. This Palace Master Ran had been at the top of the Young Hero Ranking in the martial arts world for the past twenty years. What was not inferior to his martial arts was his talent. Of course, there was no ranking for this talent. However, there was once a saying of 'Fourth Young Master' in the martial arts world. He was called the Fourth Young Master, and he was also called the Four Elites. These four people were similar in age, and could be considered to have made a name for themselves in the martial arts world. The four of them are exceptionally outstanding people, and they also have extremely low profile.

Pausing, Han Yan continued, How can we describe such an outstanding talent? Beautiful appearance, gentle, refined, cultured, and capable. In other words, they were among the top ten list of beauties in the martial arts world and the list of young heroes. These four people... The Light Wind Palace's Palace Master Ran Tong Xuan, the Puppet Palace's Master Mo Huaijin, the Valley Master Xiao Zhiyu, and the Palace Master Bai Yutang all belonged to forces that were at the peak of their power at that time. Of course, they are still one of the stronger powers now. However, compared to before, they have lost all color.

Some of them knew it, some didn't. They were all listening intently, lost in their own thoughts. A moment later, Tao Zhe came back to his senses. Who is the Whitehead Towers?

Bai Zhen, who was standing off to the side, suddenly replied, My father. Then he stopped talking again.

Han Yan waited for a while, and seeing that they seemed to still be waiting for him to speak, he continued: Twenty two years ago, the Light Wind Palace relied on their top martial arts skills and the Light Wind Sword in their hands, and won the reputation of being the best in the world's sword techniques. In that new ranking, Mo Huaijin had used his lightweight skill and the 13 blueprints he had created to propose to his father, the previous master of the Puppet Palace, to become the new master of the Puppet Palace, making him famous instantly. The secret competition between the Tang Sect and the Puppet Palace over the mechanisms had thus ended. As a result, the status of the Puppet Palace was firmly established. This year, the Ran Tong Pavilion was 22 years old, and Mo Huaijin was 20 years old. Based on how long it had been since then, Xiao Zhiyu should have been eighteen years old at the time, and Baiyadan was twenty-six.

Xiao Zhiyu became famous late. Four years later, he suddenly appeared in the martial arts world, and in less than half a year, he became known as the 'Godly Doctor'. On the other hand, Bai Yutang was the most famous among the four of them. At the age of sixteen, he had already become a student of the Beijing Trials and had also been accepted as a disciple by Prime Minister Yan. His rank was not high, but his reputation was very high. At the age of sixteen, not only had he obtained the eye of the first scorer of the imperial examinations, he had also obtained the fourth rank of the Young Hero Board half a year later. The other rankings were held every five years, and ten years later, Bai Chaotang won the floral exploration of that year. This year, it will be the famous' Three Nobility Guilds' of the time. The Ran Tong Pavilion will be ranked first, while Mo Huaijin will be ranked seventh.

Han Yan paused for a second, then spent more time to add, The Young Hero Rankings is a contest of individual strength, not individual strength. Bai Ran and Bai Ran both used swords. After losing to the Ran Tong Pavilion, Bai Yutang had given up on sparring with the one who had obtained the top spot. Thus, he was ranked third. It can be said that his brilliance was completely overshadowed by the Ran Tong Pavilion. In fact, he even lost to them because of not fighting, which caused the people of the martial world to complain a little."

He stealthily glanced at Bai Zhen and noticed that his expression remained the same. He did not seem to care about him and continued, Back then, other than the Ran Tong Pavilion who had single-handedly defeated six experts on the leaderboards, the most eye-catching person was Mo Huaijin. The young master of the Puppet Palace, who was famous for his large scale traps, had relied on a hidden weapon to make it into the top ten, then defeated four people in a row. As for the two of them, they relied on their reputations to rope in a large number of experts for their own sect, causing their strength to rise greatly.

Just now, you said that you were meeting three gentlemen for the first time. This is something that will happen many years later. But the three of them did talk to each other, and they became close friends. Bai Yaotang was not a person who liked to compete with others. Thus, his path to government office was constantly thwarted. However, under the guidance of Yan Cheng, he became the teacher for the three princes' princes. During his years as a teacher, the Puppet Palace had experienced frequent internal strife. Finally, during his seven years as a teacher, the year before his resignation from the capital, his subordinates from the Puppet Palace had usurped the throne, and Zhu Yanyu had appeared in the martial arts world at the same time. In the end, both Tang Xiao and Mo Huaijin's death and Tang Xiao's severe injuries ended. Back then, the reason why the Ran Tong Pavilion was there was to save Mo Huaijin. When Bai Yan Tang learned of this matter, he was a step too late. When he arrived, he saw the Ran Tong Pavilion carrying the young prince, who was already unconscious and had a high fever, in his arms. It could be said that the reason the Ran Tong Pavilion had saved the young prince was entirely because of Bai Yutang. Bai Yutang returned to the capital with them and informed Prince Qi of the whole story. After that, the Ran Tong Pavilion remained at the Qi King Manor, and was treated by the best imperial physician in the palace.

Han Yan looked at the attentive crowd and let out a light breath, At that time, he had never been on good terms with San Yu, but after hearing their reputations, he did not hesitate to travel thousands of miles to Di Liang to personally diagnose and treat the Ran Tong Pavilion. It was already a year later, and the young prince's relationship with the Ran Tong Pavilion had also reached a very high level. During the process of healing the Ran Tong Pavilion, Xiao Zhiyu had also taken the young prince as his' half disciple '.

The great illness of the Ran Tong Pavilion has been cured, but my body is still weak and I am unable to execute martial arts. After much deliberation, the two went in search of the antidote from Tang Xiao. Avoiding the martial arts world and hiding in the imperial court, it was certain that he would not be able to return to the imperial court. Thus, he decided to resign. The act of moving the family away was also seen as proof that the four gentlemen were good friends. In fact, the fourth young master's story only appeared after Mo Huaijin's death. However, over ten years have passed, and this is what everyone has called them, and they have obtained the title of Fourth Young Master.

Finally, Han Yan concluded, This is where the young prince's teachers came from.

Bai Zhen seemed to be deep in thought as well. My father has always kept his mouth shut about the past. As his son, I actually don't know much about these matters.

Zhao Baiyi nodded in agreement. That's right. Who would have thought that an old-fashioned and long-winded teacher would have such a great and genuine personality?

How long-winded … Bai Zhen was momentarily stunned before smiling bitterly. It has been many years since I last saw my father nagging.

Jiang Wuyan looked at Han Yan with a dark expression, I'm curious, how do you know so many things?

Zhao Qingyan drank a few mouthfuls of water to suppress the emotions in his heart. He smiled and said, You will slowly find out in the future. Han Yan is an outstanding person who knows hundreds of things. He …

Young Marquis! An exceptionally mournful cry sounded out. A deep red thing pounced on Zhao Qingyan, knocking him down. The water in the cup that Zhao Qingyan had not put down splashed onto his body.

Don't attack! Zhao Qingyan, who had been pushed down by the attack, hurriedly warned. The guards, who had been pointing their fingers towards their weapons, stopped, realizing that Zhao Qingyan was not talking to them.

At this moment, most of the people were still immersed in the story of Han Yan, so the person's movements were too sudden, causing only three people to react. In his hand was a shining white sword that was as thin as a cicada's wing. The sword tip was close to the side of the black shadow's neck. The cup of water in Jiang Wuyan's hand smashed onto the back of the black shadow, hitting one of his major acupoints. Three more Lancets appeared between his fingers. The two of them moved at almost the same time and reacted the fastest they could. As for Bai Zhen, who was standing a little further away, he slowly drew the short saber at his waist. His reaction was slightly inferior to that of Jiang and Ran, but he was faster than the carefully chosen guards.

It's our people. Everyone stop. Zhao Qingyan repeated herself again. After Ran Hao had removed his sword and Jiang Wuyan had cleared her acupuncture points, he pushed the person lying on top of him away. He couldn't help but feel a little annoyed, Do you want to die?

CHAPTER 102 - CONFUSION

Seeing that the fellow he had pushed aside had his head lowered without a sound, Zhao Qingyan asked in a more serious tone, Chen Huayi, I'm asking you a question. Are you tired of living?

Before Chen Huayi could say anything, Ran Hao who kept his sword knelt on the ground and begged for forgiveness, This subordinate has failed his duty, Young Master, please mete out a heavy punishment. His reaction was already very fast. However, if it wasn't for Chen Huayi not injuring Zhao Qingyan's mind, he probably would not have made it in time.

As soon as Ran Hao knelt down, the rest of the people also reacted, all of them kneeled down together, begging for forgiveness.

Zhao Baiyi looked at them, still shaken. He asked with a trembling voice, What are you guys doing? With so many people standing there, what are they doing?

How could they dare to speak? He could only beg for punishment once more and heavily kowtow.

Obviously, Zhao Baiyi was quite shocked. His anger did not subside as he kicked the guard at his feet fiercely and scolded, What are twenty big living people doing? Trash, a bunch of trash!"

The guard who had been kicked tilted his body, not daring to make a sound. He lowered his head, kneeled, and said, This subordinate deserves to die.

A trace of a smile flashed through Jiang Wuyan's eyes. She sat by the side and watched them leisurely without uttering a single word. If one were to pay more attention, they would notice that his gaze was not focused on Zhao Boyi or Zhao Qingyan. Instead, it was directed towards the kneeling Han Li in the corner.

From the moment he finished listening to Han Yan's story of the martial arts world, he was filled with interest towards this unremarkable guard. The guard who had piqued his interest had noticed Chen Huayi's intrusion at the same time as Ran Hao. What was even weirder was that even though he had clearly discovered it, he did not move an inch.

If it were not for the fact that all of his attention was focused on him, Chen Huayi would not have had the chance to approach Zhao Qingyan.

Second brother, calm down. Zhao Qingyan stood up and tidied up his messy robe. He took off his crooked hat and held it in his hand. He looked around at the guards who did not dare to lift their heads and sighed. All of you, stand up. You are not guilty.

Your subordinate has failed in his duty and deserves to die ten thousand times. Your highness, please punish me.

Zhao Qingyan was clearly angry as well, but she did not express it. Instead, she extended her hand to stop Zhao Baiyi from kicking him, and said lightly: "That's enough, I already said that you guys are innocent. You don't have to kneel down and beg for forgiveness. After the punishment, you can calculate again. Now, all of you are considered innocent.

Thank you, Prince.

Zhao Qingyan turned around and looked at Ran Hao who was still standing there motionlessly, Kneel down and wait for me to calm down. Whirlwind sat back down.

When Chen Huayi, who was about to stand up again, heard this, he immediately kneeled back down.

Chen Huayi, get up. Zhao Qingyan said in a weak voice while pinching her forehead.

Chen Huayi said in shock, I … He didn't know what to say or do.

Zhao Qingyan glanced at him and shook his head, You … I told you not to be too reckless. Something bad is going to happen eventually. Get up, I just rebuked you not blame you pounce on me. I'm telling you to be more careful, if I say it a little later, the sword in your neck will be cut off.

Chen Huayi hesitated for a moment before standing up and saying in a low voice, I never expected things to turn out like this.

Zhao Qingyan sighed and asked, Tell me, why are you here? Also, why were you screaming so miserably just now? "

Chen Huayi turned his head to look outside and made sure that no one had noticed the farce here, before whispering, Young Prince injured Xia Fan, he's only just recovered from his injuries. It just so happens that I don't have any duties on hand, so my lord let me follow Xia Fan to take charge of the Cyan Robed Pirates, and we can talk about it after he recovers from his injuries.

Looking at his pitiful appearance, Zhao Qingyan could finally understand why he was making such a fuss out of it. Xia Fan came as well?

Chen Huayi said with a bitter face, Isn't it so? I thought it would be fine to follow Xia Fan for a month, but who would have thought that I would meet the Cyan Robes and send a letter to provoke them? Let me and Chai Fan together, how can I do that?

Zhao Qingyan looked at him with a faint smile, Of course.

When others heard this, they naturally thought that it was Zhao Qingyan who was angered by what happened just now. However, Chen Huayi understood what he meant and dryly laughed a few times. Young Prince, don't be so heartless. Can you help me this time?

Help you? Zhao Qingyan pointed at his nose and coldly snorted, Last time, you injured Xia Fan with the help of my hand and even made me avenge you. I have yet to settle this matter with you. You still want me to help you? Don't even think about it! "

Chen Huayi sniffed. Young Prince, please help me. I was wrong about what happened last time. I'll accept whatever punishment you give me, as long as you don't let me stay with Xia Fan.

Zhao Qingyan snappily replied, I can't help you. Thirteenth Uncle gave you the order, but it wasn't my intention. Don't look for me.

Chen Huayi, who had just gotten into trouble and had forgotten about it, said with a smile, Young Prince is a secret envoy, how can I not help? It's just a matter of words, Young Marquis, so please help me.

Zhao Qingyan glanced at him and asked coldly, Then do you know that I am a secret envoy? Where did you go when I got scolded by Thirteenth Uncle? If you hide and don't see me, do you think I can spare you?

Zhao Baiyi was confused. He couldn't help but ask, What do you mean?

Zhao Qingyan pointed at Chen Huayi and said, I don't know what he said to Xia Fan, but he lured him over to Tears of Blood for questioning. Tears of Blood's personality was also a person who couldn't speak properly, and with just a few words it angered Xia Chenchen. Xia Fan injured his bloody eyes. I definitely won't let him go so easily. Didn't I fulfill his wish?"

Chen Huayi exclaimed, Ah, the young prince is perceptive. That was an accident. How can you blame me?

An accident? Zhao Qingyan gave an exaggerated sneer, Do you think I'm stupid? Why did you tell Han Zhong that I wanted him to watch out for Chai Cha?

Chen Huayi's smile stiffened as he looked sideways at Han Yan, using his mouth to silently ask, You said it already?

Han Yan waved his hand and replied back silently, Who knows what you're going to do. I'll say it for sure.

Zhao Qingyan glared at Chen Huayi and said, Honestly, did you do something behind my back that day as well?

Chen Huayi hurriedly swore, No, definitely not, absolutely not! Obviously, he wouldn't admit it even if he was beaten to death.

Zhao Qingyan said lightly, Oh. Xia Fan is still waiting for you outside. Go quickly.

Chen Huayi cautiously asked, Can I stay here for a while?

Zhao Qingyan smirked at him and nodded seriously, Sure, but I can't promise that I won't beat you up.

Chen Huayi was dazed for a moment, then coughed dryly and said, I think it's better if I leave.

Zhao Qingyan frowned, Scram!

Chen Huayi asked, Then I'll scram. Young Prince, please calm down.

Han Yan couldn't stand watching. If you want to leave, then leave quickly. Stop talking nonsense. Chen Huayi gave him a look of disdain before quickly leaving.

Yun Mo? Jiang Wuyan woke up the dazed Zhao Qingyan and reminded her, Hao is still kneeling. Don't you think it's time for him to get up?

Zhao Qingyan slowly nodded, hinting for Ran Hao to stand up and then asked, Jiang Wuyan, what do you think about Chen Huayi's martial arts … How is it compared to yours?

Jiang Wuyan looked at the gap in the screen that was almost blocked by the guards, and said with a heavy voice, If he ambushed me, I'd lose five times, and win five.

This guy. Zhao Qingyan felt a headache coming on as she patted her head, If he doesn't hold back, the inner court will not be able to tolerate him.

Han Yan suddenly said, As long as Young Prince is willing, he will definitely stay in the inner palace safely.

When Zhao Qingyan heard this, he glanced at Han Yan. It was unknown if he took it in. After pondering for a moment, Zhao Qingyan looked towards Ran Hao who was standing beside him and said, Go back and spar with him. I want to see how strong he is.

Ran Hao acknowledged and continued to stand there like a statue, not saying a word.

Bai Ju saw that the atmosphere was a little heavy, and said: It's about time, and the singing and dancing is about to begin. Yun Yi, you two are here, how about I go outside and arrange a seat for them? If we wait any longer, I'm afraid the better seats will be filled.

Zhao Baiyi glanced at Zhao Qingyan. Seeing that he did not say anything, he nodded and said, Sorry to trouble you.

Bai Zhen pointed to the pavilion across the street and said, I'll be over there. Just come find me anytime if you need anything.

Zhao Baiyi nodded, Then you can go back to your work. There's no need to accompany us anymore.

Bai Zhen cupped his hands together, Then let's organize our emotions and not disturb our singing and dancing for a while. Today will be a wonderful day. If we miss it, it will be a pity."

Zhao Qingyan smiled, Don't worry, Master Bai. It is just a small episode. It is harmless. Since you're here, how can you not enjoy it? "

Bai Ju replied with a word of agreement, then left, putting the screen and bead curtain back in place before he left.

The only ones left in the room were the silent Ran Hao and the leisurely sipping of tea, Jiang Wuyan who didn't seem to have anything to do with him. Zhao Baiyi no longer hid himself and asked, Seventh Brother, why don't you make me angry?

Zhao Qingyan shook his head. If it wasn't for Chen Huayi just joking around, they would not have been able to discover him. Since their abilities cannot discover Chen Huayi, what's the point in getting angry again?

Zhao Baiyi frowned, How is that possible? Chen Chengyi is only twenty-two, how could he be that powerful?"

Zhao Qingyan raised her eyes, her gaze cold, It's not that he's powerful, it's just that his ability to hide his aura and his footwork has already been practiced to the peak of perfection.

Zhao Baiyi asked, Didn't you say even Lord Jiang said he would win five rounds?

Zhao Qingyan shot a glance at Jiang Wuyan, He said it was a sneak attack. Plus, he humbled himself. Chen Huayi is not that powerful. If it were not to accompany me, there would not be many people who would be able to get close to Jiang Wuyan.

Zhao Baiyi frowned, Isn't Chen Huayi too strong? His skill must be one of the top ten in the whole country, right? Although his martial arts were not that high, he was still a Young General of the Seven Deadly Army, and he had good judgement.

Zhao Qingyan said, I won't be able to make it into the top ten, but I'm afraid I'll be able to make it into the top fifteen. Pausing, he continued, I know what second brother means. Back then, when he had entered the inner court, his martial arts had been very strong. For this reason, Thirteenth Uncle had specially checked his identity. There was nothing special about him. There's no problem with his identity. I'm just worried that if he continues to run errands like this, something might happen to him.

Zhao Baiyi asked, He entered the inner palace five years ago, when he was seventeen. How strong was he back then?

Zhao Qingyan shook his head, I don't know. At that time, I was practicing martial arts with my master at Green Hill. I just heard that he was good at it. I knew him two years later, when he was to become an undersecretary. At that time, Hao Yun didn't use any weapons, he was basically able to fight Hao Luo to a draw.

Zhao Baiyi asked, Aren't you worried that a young expert like him would have other intentions after staying in the inner court for five years?

Zhao Qingyan shook his head, I know why he stayed, but he wants me to keep it a secret. Well, don't worry so much, Brother. Didn't Master Bai say he was going to start? Watch the songs and dance, and don't talk about nonsense.

Zhao Baiyi could hear the perfunctory tone in his words, but he did not ask any further. He just nodded and stopped asking.

CHAPTER 103 - AT STAKE

Yun Mo. Jiang Wuyan tapped the handle of the Lancet against her palm thoughtfully, How much do you know about young master Ren?

Zhao Qingyan froze for a moment. After a moment he shook his head. Not much. I've only heard a few things from Weeping Lu and Tang Xiao. Qingfeng and my teacher have never talked about him before.

Jiang Wuyan responded with a True and stopped asking questions.

Zhao Baiyi was curious, Who is young master Ren? How come I've never heard of this person?

Zhao Qingyan was stunned for a while before replying, Ren gongzi is Mo Huaijin. Maybe Ren gongzi's reputation isn't that big, but we are used to calling him that.

Zhao Baiyi frowned, Mo Huaijin? I wanted to ask you just now, is the Mo Huaijin you were talking about the father of Weeping Lu and Tears of Blood?

Zhao Qingyan looked at him blankly and nodded, That's right.

Zhao Baiyi asked, Isn't Mo Huaijin surnamed Mo? Why was his surname Ren again? Lu Sobbing's surname was Lu, and Xue Yi didn't know his surname … It's a bit messy.

Zhao Qingyan played with the crown in his hand and asked, Why is Second Brother suddenly interested in them?

Zhao Baiyi said, I'm not interested either... I just feel that it has something to do with Teacher Xu. I should just be a little worried about him.

Zhao Qingyan looked down at his silver crown with an indifferent expression, Second Brother wants to know? Then let me just go over the details?"

Zhao Baiyi nodded, Go ahead.

Zhao Qingyan raised his head and looked at the night sky with an indifferent expression, Mo Huaijin's surname was originally Ren, and his father was the Palace Mistress of Ming Palace at that time. His father had died, and he had been taken in as an adopted son by the Palace Master. Although she said that she was an adopted son, the Palace Mistress of Dark Palace treated him as her own son, and later betrothed her only daughter to him. Mo Huaijin's adoptive father's name was Mo Li, and before he adopted Mo Huaijin, he had four disciples. Qin Luo, Lu Chuhan, Yun Kai, Yang Shaoen. Among them, the youngest Yang Shaoen was three years older than Mo Huaijin, and the oldest Qin Luo was a whole ten years older than Mo Huaijin. His disciple and son held a different value in Mo Li's heart. Naturally, Mo Liu took good care of Mo Huaijin. Mo Huaijin was naturally talented, and with Mo Li's personal tutelage, his ability to make puppets caught up to Lu Chuhan, who was known as' the best puppeteer in the Puppet Palace 'back then."

Jiang Wuyan added: This Lu Chuhan is really talented, being able to produce new mechanical blueprints on his own at the age of 16, and the few sets of blueprints he produced are not weak at all. Twenty to thirty percent of all the traps in the main road of the Puppet Palace that led down to the Black Turtle Palace were created by Lu Chu Han. Although he might not be as good as Mo Huaijin in terms of small and movable traps, but when it comes to large-scale defensive mechanisms, he is second to none in the entire martial arts world.

Zhao Baiyi asked, So you're saying that the two of them are experts at different things? Then how did they compare themselves?"

Zhao Qingyan said, The reason why the Puppet Palace is called the Puppet Palace is because of their incredible puppet arts. Of course, this' puppet 'does not refer to the puppets of the artists in the martial arts world, but rather the small sized mechanical puppets, or even the mechanical beasts.

Jiang Wuyan said: Inner force skills, concealed weapons, poison, and even large-scale hidden weapons are all taught directly to the direct disciples in the Puppet Palace. However, the most essential puppets could only be learned by the next generation's Puppet Palace Mistress — of course, the successive generations of Palace Masters were all Mo and Ren, and were equivalent to having bloodlines passed down from generation to generation. His disciple was a different surname and his child was his surname, so Mo Huaijin could learn puppet techniques, but Lu Chuhan could not. His foster son and disciple showed great preference towards Mo Li, which should be the main reason why Lu Chuhan was dissatisfied."

Zhao Baiyi understood and nodded, indicating for him to continue.

Zhao Qingyan did not continue the topic. Instead, he asked about something else. Second Brother, do you know of a woman called Mo Lirou?

Zhao Baiyi thought for a moment, then shook his head. It's a bit familiar, but I can't remember.

Zhao Qingyan said with a smile, She is Mo Li's only daughter, the wife of Mo Huaijin. Mo Huaijin married her at the age of 15, and the 18-year-old Mo Lirou was already quite famous in the martial arts world. Were it not for Tang Xiao's words, he'd probably have met her before.

Zhao Baiyi's gaze wavered for a moment, then he suddenly exclaimed, Oh! I remember. The woman who came to look for me that year?"

Zhao Qingyan nodded. Before she could continue, Jiang Wuyan suddenly asked with a smile, Is it beautiful?

Zhao Baiyi didn't understand what he was asking himself. What's so good about it?

Jiang Wuyan said, She is one of the top three girls on the list of young talents in the sect back then. If you look at her now, she should be no more than twenty years old, right?

Zhao Qingyan and Zhao Baiyi glanced at each other and found it funny, I never knew that you would be interested in the beauty of another woman.

Jiang Wuyan shrugged her shoulders. There was a trace of loneliness in her eyes as she replied, No, I'm just curious. After all … Smiling faintly, he didn't continue speaking.

He seemed to want to say something, but gave up. He then continued with his previous topic, Four years after the marriage, Mo Lirou gave birth to two boys for him. These two boys were Luru and Tears of Blood. According to Mo Li's orders, the eldest son's surname was Mo Huaijin, his father's surname was' Ren ', and the second son's surname was' Mo '. In the future, Mo Li would hand over the position of Palace Head to Mo Huaijin, and Mo Huaijin would pass it on to his second son. The eldest son would inherit the position of the next Palace Master. However, this arrangement angered Lu Chuhan, who had the same talent as Mo Huaijin. This was because Mo Li had promised to inherit the position of Palace Head, and his second disciple became the head of the Ming Palace. Qin Luo was willing to give up the seat that should have been his, but Lu Yuhan was unwilling. How could he be willing to see the positions of the two Palace Masters fall into the hands of Mo Huaijin?

Zhao Qingyan casually placed his crown aside and leaned back in his chair. This led to the subsequent three gentlemen meeting, internal strife in the Puppet Palace, and the reappearance of Zhu Yan. As he said this, he stopped.

Zhao Baiyi was just about to say something when he saw that Zhao Qingyan had stopped. He immediately said, Hurry up and say it!

Zhao Qingyan spoke again, "Although Lu Chuhan is the second disciple, he is only a few months older than Yang Shaoen. At that time, he was also young and arrogant. Therefore, Lu Chu Han proposed a competition to Mo Huaijin: the two of them would head to the martial arts world alone. No matter what methods they used, a year later, they would go to the martial arts gathering's arena with a blueprint to signal the heroes of the martial arts world to determine the victor. Mo Li admired these two disciples the most, but these two disciples were too arrogant, too arrogant, and too taciturn. Both of them needed to be tempered. The Puppet Palace is extremely powerful, and they are both righteous and evil. Naturally, they don't have to worry about their disciples going out to snatch the blueprint, which would offend the martial arts world.

His voice didn't fluctuate at all. Compared to Han Yan and Jiang Wuyan's narration, he sounded like he was reciting something. However, Jiang Wuyan and Zhao Baiyi were used to his tone. The story told by Zhao Qingyan was not boring, so it did not have much effect.

Zhao Qingyan thought back to the regret in Tang Xiao's eyes and sighed. It was during this year of travelling that Mo Huaijin got to know Tang Xiao. Tang Xiao was a disciple of the Tang Sect, and a fanatic of concealed weapons. During his years at Miao Jiang, he had not only learned a set of poison arts, but he had also completely devoured the blueprints he had stolen from the Tang Sect, and he had also researched and developed a few techniques of his own. Tang Xiao was being chased down the mountain. Lying on a platform in the middle of a cliff, he was seriously injured. However, Mo Huaijin had his eyes on a clump of herbs at the edge of the cliff. He slipped and fell down, breaking his leg. "

The two of them stayed on the stone platform, guarding against each other, eventually coming to a consensus, and then in order to pass the time and chat casually, they discovered that the other party was an outstanding organ master, so they started to chat. Mo Huaijin had been immersed in the blueprints since he was young, so he had no interest in anything else. Tang Xiao was like a lunatic again. He couldn't care less when it came to traps. Although Mo Huaijin's leg was broken, it did not stop him from throwing the concealed weapon. The two of them had survived the eleven days on the stone platform by relying on Mo Huaijin's chain to lock up the nearby birds. Tang Xiao, who had recovered, carried Mo Huaijin on his back as he climbed up the cliff. A friendship born of life and death was bound to be indomitable. Although they did not bother with this formality, in their hearts, they treated each other as close friends.

Tang Xiao has returned to the Central Plains and is homeless. Mo Huaijin needed both the mechanical blueprints and Tang Xiao's special appreciation. Hence, he told him about his bet with his senior brother, asking for his help and also asking for his help. Tang Xiao was quick to agree.

Zhao Baiyi couldn't help but exclaim, I never thought Tang Xiao would have such a loyal personality.

Zhao Qingyan smiled. Tang Xiao is a fool, so he's crazy. He's definitely going to commit heinous crimes.

Jiang Wuyan said: The more evil a person is, the more true his temperament is. After all, the so-called righteous path only involves people who put on airs and do not mean what they say. There are not many true gentlemen here.

Zhao Baiyi smiled in surprise. Why does the Lord of Jiang Town speak of the righteous path of the martial arts world in such a terrible way?

Zhao Qingyan teased him with a smile, After all, Bewitching Butterfly Town is also an evil sect recognized by the martial arts world. Jiang Wuyan is definitely not a righteous man.

Jiang Wuyan replied with a helpless smile on her face, I didn't slander the righteous path, I just thought that those so-called righteous sects are really annoying. A hypocrite is more repugnant than a true villain. "

Zhao Baiyi pretended to think. Why does this phrase sound so familiar? I seem to hear a lot from someone.

Zhao Qingyan rolled his eyes in annoyance, I said it's true, do you need to use it often?

Zhao Baiyi seemed to have realized something, Ah! So it was you who said it, as expected.

Zhao Qingyan would never believe that he did not do it on purpose. With a snort, he asked, Do you want to continue listening?

Zhao Baiyi quickly straightened his expression and nodded, Listen. Go ahead.

Zhao Qing felt it was funny and decided to let him go. There's still more than half a year until the Promise of a Year. They might as well stay in a secluded courtyard in the Puppet Palace and focus on studying the mechanical beasts. Currently, the five golem palaces, the five golem palaces, and the golem were created by the two of them. Accurately speaking, the Palace Masters of the Puppet Palace all had this thought. Black Turtle, White Tiger and Kirin had all been formed, and the remaining two only had their bodies, not their proper centers. In half a year, the two of them have created two brand-new mechanical beasts, the green dragon and the Vermillion Bird, and also improved the foundations of the other three mechanical beasts, increasing their power by a lot.

Zhao Qingyan said, "Excluding the Puppet Palace, the Tang Clan is undoubtedly the strongest power family in the martial arts world. If it weren't for Tang Xiao, who brought out the Tang Sect's most sophisticated blueprint, Mo Huaijin might not have been able to produce this kind of mechanical beast in twenty years. The Tang Sect has only been established in the martial arts world for less than a hundred years.

Although Zhao Baiyi didn't understand why he was explaining about the Tang Sect in such detail, he didn't ask about it. Instead, he held his breath and waited for the next few words.

CHAPTER 104 - ESCAPE FROM DEATH

Zhao Qingyan hesitated for a while. A trace of impatience flashed in his eyes, but he still continued, When the Grand Tournament of the Jianghu was approaching, a letter from Mo Li came from the Puppet Palace and told Mo Huaijin to return to the palace immediately. Mo Huaijin did not dare to delay and returned to the palace. He saw Lu Chuhan, who had been kneeling outside the Qilin Hall for one day and one night, along with his three senior brothers in white, and his wife, who had fainted from crying. Only now did he learn that in order to obtain the blueprints, Lu Chuhan had trespassed into the Tang Sect to steal the blueprints. In order to save his disciple, Mo Li was heavily wounded by an expert of the Tang Sect. He had barely managed to save Lu Yuhan and returned to the Puppet Palace. His cultivation had forced Mo Huaijin to return to the palace. However, before his adopted son could die, he had only left behind the news of his death, making Mo Huaijin famous according to the original plan, and taking over the inheritance order of the Dark Palace's Palace Mistress.

The image of Tang Xiao's stupid face appeared in his mind. Zhao Qingyan could not help but lightly sigh, Mo Huaijin endured the pain of losing his father, not caring about his wife who fainted several times from crying, or his young age, hugging his son who was crying for his grandfather's arms, and rushing to the Jianghu Trials' location. The four of them will stay at the Puppet Palace to take care of the weak Junior Sister, to take care of Master's future matters, and to prepare for the appointment of the new Palace Master.

And those who accompanied Mo Huaijin to the competition were people who had formed many enemies in the martial arts world. They risked their lives to follow Tang Xiao. Mo Huaijin used the blueprint in his hand along with a few outstanding martial arts to suppress the various powers who were secretly coveting it. He used a disdainful tone to judge his most respected father, who had already been buried in the earth, to prove his excellence and power to the Tang Sect.

He couldn't continue to talk as he slightly pursed his lips to calm down the waves in his heart.

Jiang Wuyan took over on his behalf, The internal strife in the Puppet Palace and the turmoil in the martial arts world can't be resolved with a single word. If your highness is paying attention, he will find out sooner or later. The name Ren Zongzi could be considered an identity that Mo Huaijin used to travel in the martial arts world. His reputation was not that great, and with his death, the name was forgotten by the martial arts world. I have interacted with him before because I did not know that he was Mo Huaijin, so I am used to calling him young master Ren. And Yun Mo probably called him that because of his stupidity. "

Even though Zhao Baiyi had his doubts, seeing his cousin so sad, he couldn't ask any further.

Zhao Qingyan had completely covered up his emotions. He knew that Zhao Baiyi still had doubts, so he answered, Mo Huaijin left behind a total of four sons, and the four of them luckily survived. Other than Weeping Lu and Weeping Blood, there were also two brothers who were four years younger than Weeping Blood. One of them was hidden by the master of the White Tiger Palace, and they managed to survive. After that, the White Tiger Palace's Hall Master Yun Kai became the new Puppet Palace's Palace Master, and the one he hid in the shadows was the Young Hall Master. The other brother, who was also the youngest, Lu Weeping, was caught up by Lu Chuhan and gave him a slap. But the slap didn't kill the boy. Tang Xiao was foolish enough to rush over. Tang Xiao was obviously no match for Lu Yuhan, but he was a poison expert, and one that used poison. Tang Xiao was heavily injured, but he managed to rescue his dying child. He left the child in the hands of the only decent person in the martial arts world who could be trusted.

Zhao Qingyan stopped talking. She smiled with a hint of amusement in her eyes, That person is called Ren Yiye.

The Sect Leader of the Hua Mountain Sect! Hearing this last sentence, the three people who had been completely focused on listening all at once were shocked, widened their eyes, and blurted out in surprise, Sect Leader of the Hua Mountain Sect! Yes! Don't stop coughing!

The three noticed different things, but they were no less shocked than the others.

Zhao Baiyi was startled. He didn't expect that this person who made Tang Xiao-Li, this devilish person, would be the famous and respected head of the Hua Shan Sect.

What surprised Jiang Wuyan was that this man's surname was Ren, the son's' Ren ', and Mo Huaijin's biological father's surname.

What caused Ran Hao's expression to change when he thought about it, was that Zhao Qing said that this person was Mo Zhi, the brother who was born the same day as Mo Qi.

Zhao Qingyan smiled, Master said that if one does not have a twin among the bloodline seniors, it would be difficult for a descendant to appear. The reason why Mo Wuji and Mo Zhi were born together was because Mo Huaijin's father was a twin. Ren Yiye is Mo Huaijin's uncle, and the only decent person that Mo Huaijin can trust. Seeing that Ran Hao's expression was not good, he smiled and asked: What's wrong? You have something you want to say? "

Ran Hao hesitated for a moment, then asked, Young master, did you already know that Mo Zhike and Mo Sang are brothers?

Zhao Qingyan nodded calmly, Of course.

Ran Hao was stunned for a moment. He lowered his head and did not ask any further questions.

Zhao Baiyi didn't notice the short conversation between the master and servant. He recovered from the shock and asked, And then?

Zhao Qingyan was stunned, And then? It's gone, what's after?

Zhao Baiyi was also surprised, Lu Sobbing's surname is Lu, isn't he surnamed Ren? And there's also Tears of Blood, could he be called Mo Tears of Blood?

Zhao Qingyan and Jiang Wuyan looked at each other. They realized that after talking for a long time, they still hadn't been able to explain the problem at the beginning. Jiang Wuyan smiled wryly and said, The name 'Lu Sobbing and Blood Tears' is a fake name, but the names' Mo Sobbing 'and' Mo Zhike 'are the real names.

Zhao Baiyi blinked his eyes, Mo Huaijin is such a gentleman, but my name is so nice. Why does the name I gave to my son sound so bad? Furthermore … What's a cough? Stop coughing, and your surname is Mo.

Hearing Zhao Qingyan's exceptionally correct ridicule, Zhao Qingyan could not help but pursed his lips and smile, I feel that I need to explain this to them. Puppet Palace was an aristocratic family with a lot of mechanical masters believing in feng shui. After the old palace lord left, the old palace lord's memories of his departure had not ended, and there were grievances in the Puppet Palace. Therefore, the name of the descendant of the deceased bloodline was somewhat sad. Since the two of them were born after Mo Liu's death, they gave him a sad name in place of Mo Liu's unfulfilled wish. Once this wish was fulfilled, they could change their names back to their normal names. Lu Sobbing was a fake name, but the name 'Sobbing' and Tears of Blood had the same meaning. Mo Huaijin died in injustice. The four of them were not willing to accept this loss, so they brought sadness to their own names to help their father share the sorrow of his wronged death.

Zhao Baiyi remained silent for a while and then asked, Is there such a thing?

Zhao Qingyan shook his head, I don't know, that's just what they said. At least, not without a reason. The name and character were originally given to them by their parents, carrying their parents' hopes and aspirations. The death of his parents and his name, should be able to share the sadness his parents couldn't have when they were alive, right? At least, I'm willing to believe it. This way, the ridicule and sarcasm they received for their own names will not go to waste, right?

Zhao Baiyi pursed his lips, I'm sorry.

Zhao Qingyan did not understand. What did you say?

If there's a chance, please help me apologize to them. I didn't mean to mock them, Zhao Baiyi said.

Zhao Qingyan smiled helplessly, It doesn't matter, does it? Lu Sobbing had also said that whenever someone mocked him, he felt that he shared some of the cold laughter of the world for his father. His parents were still there, but he was too young to be filial. Now that his parents had been dead for ten years, he used these ten years and much longer to repay them in his own way. At the end of the day, you should be able to rest at ease.

Zhao Baiyi sniffed, I suddenly feel like crying. Have I become sentimental?

Zhao Qingyan smiled and asked, Second Brother, shouldn't I speak in a more sorrowful tone?

Zhao Baiyi quickly said, That's enough, I don't want to hear any more.

Zhao Qingyan poked his dry eyes and muttered, Have I seen so many things that I'm not sad at all? Or have I become cold-blooded and heartless?

Jiang Wuyan said, Perhaps even your eyes are angry at you for telling such a tearful story in such a plain and uninteresting voice.

Zhao Qingyan looked at the smiling Jiang Wuyan and pouted, What about you? is it also because my voice is too awful that I'm not moved at all?

The smile on Jiang Wuyan's face stiffened as if she remembered something. She didn't say much and only half-jokingly said, I'm already cold-blooded and heartless. If this happens to me, I probably won't be able to shed a few tears.

Zhao Qingyan stood up and walked to the window. Leaning against the wall beside the window, he murmured, The water of the West Lake is very clear.

The light in Jiang Wuyan's eyes flickered slightly as she said lightly: The water in the West Lake is very clear.

Is that so? Zhao Qingyan did not turn around. She looked absent-mindedly at the lake water under the moonlight. She seemed to be asking Jiang Wuyan and almost asking herself.

The youth's silhouette was somewhat thin. Standing by the dimly lit window, he looked even thinner and thinner. The dim candlelight and the weak moonlight shone on Zhao Qingyan's body, softening his appearance and body. His originally beautiful face was now covered with a gentle glow, becoming even gentler. What the three of them saw, however, was the traces of bleakness on his body and the indifference on his face.

It was rare to see Zhao Qingyan act like this.

Jiang Wuyan stayed silent for a moment before replying, Yes.

Perhaps it was because he had been asking for too long, but Jiang Wuyan's voice was a little out of control, and Zhao Qingyan's reaction was also very slow. After a long while, she finally gave a slight smile and said: Maybe I remembered wrongly.

What he saw in front of him was a blood-red lake. The deep red lake water attracted people's eyes and stirred the fear in the deepest part of their hearts.

Zhao Baiyi couldn't help shivering, waking up from his stupor. Seventh Brother, let's go back.

Zhao Qingyan did not know if she had heard those words. Her lips moved and she mumbled in a voice that she might not be able to hear clearly, So beautiful. How could she leave?

Zhao Baiyi didn't hear it clearly, and asked, What did you say?

Zhao Qingyan turned around and looked at him. His eyes became clear again and a smile appeared on his face. There was a trace of smile on the corners of his eyes, If I leave now, I won't give Master Bai any face, will I? It's getting lively outside, second brother, are you willing? " The candlelight illuminated his face, and he returned to his original self.

Zhao Baiyi tilted his head and thought for a moment. Then, he smiled helplessly. You really don't seem satisfied at all.

Zhao Qingyan returned to his seat and said with a smile, Then let's enjoy it to our heart's content. Don't let my interest be affected.

Zhao Baiyi laughed, How could that be?

Zhao Qingyan also smiled and joked back. He then took a glance at Ran Hao and raised his chin towards the window.

Ran Hao closed the window and isolated the lake water outside. The room was no longer stifling as it was before.

CHAPTER 105 - UNFORGETTABLE

Why isn't there any movement? Wen Lun could not help but look in the opposite direction, appearing somewhat anxious and restless.

Bai Zhen frowned. You're very irritating.

Wen Lun pointed outside and said very seriously, Outside are the most beautiful and outstanding girls from nearby. Are they not interested at all?

Bai Zhen rolled his eyes in annoyance, Do you think that everyone enjoys smelling that rouge as much as you do? You think wild flowers are fragrant, but other people only like their own flowers.

Wen Lun rubbed his nose and muttered, I don't have any of my own flowers, do I? Besides, apart from the Crown Prince, there's no marriage for the rest, right?"

Bai Zhen smiled with narrowed eyes. Soon.

Wen Lun coldly snorted. Just a bit more.

Bai Zhen shrugged his shoulders. There's not much difference. The young prince is pure and clean, unlike you.

Wen Lun said angrily, What happened to me? Listen to the ditty and look at the beauty, what's wrong with that?

Bai Zhen laughed. That's right, that's right. He slanted his eyes and looked at Wen Lun. Seeing that Wen Lun was still glaring at him, he couldn't help but smile. I say, Zi Yu, why are you so angry? As a businessman, how could he do business when he was so angry? To greet others with a smile, you must be kind enough to make a fortune. Who would be willing to do your business if you had a bad face?

Wen Lun said, It doesn't matter. My father's temper is so great that he was able to make such a big deal. I'm much stronger than my father.

Bai Zhen leisurely said, The reason your father did business well is because with your brother here, you might not even be able to give birth to a son who knows how to manage accounts, deal in business, and even have a good temper. If you give birth to sons like yourself, then the family's wealth will not be enough to throw away.

Wen Lun's eyebrows twitched. He was almost angered to the point of being amused. Bai Zhen, I feel that as long as I can't see you, I'll be very calm and patient.

Bai Zhen looked at him without concealing his disdain, You? What was restraint? One's heart was as tranquil as water, unruffled by humiliation. This was what was called self-restraint. Look at you. Just because I said a few words of truth, you became angry from embarrassment, became furious like thunder, and you still have the nerve to claim that you have self-restraint?"

Wen Lun curled his lips and said, Yes. Since you, Young Master Bai, are well-bred, I am a petty person who got angry out of embarrassment. Is this a success?

Bai Zhen looked at him with praise. People know their own limitations. To be able to see through one's own inadequacies is not a bad thing.

You … Wen Lun took a few deep breaths to calm his emotions. He repeatedly waved his hand. Alright, that's enough. Let's end it here. There's no need to say anymore. I've never fought you in all the years I've known you. What are you talking about? I won't fight, okay? "

This time, Bai Zhen did not continue choking him. Instead, he looked at him with a serious expression and sighed helplessly. Zi Yu, you're too impatient. It's not good to continue like this.

Wen Lun waved his hand. Don't try to persuade me. I don't want to hear it.

Bai Ju said, According to the engagement, Young Prince could have married Qing Han three or four years ago, but he didn't. Why do you think he is? Wasn't it because he didn't have the heart to drag Qing Han down? Moreover, don't think that Zhao Qingyan will be able to hide the matter between you and Qing Han. He has given you so many years to fight for the heart of the Qing Han, what are you doing? After three years of doing nothing, why are you here lamenting and tormenting yourself?

Wen Lun clutched his head and shook his head in pain. It's already too late.

Not too late.