C11 Ji Wuye's Disciple(2)

The prince looked and drank! "A dense, black fog shrouded the entire area, making it look as if it was filled with smoke and mountains, as far as the eye could see." "Aiya, Old Hero Li, why is there such a big forest?"

"This forest has a circumference of nearly a hundred miles. It contains over a hundred village shops and stores. Not a local, not to mention a footpath, not even a driveway. "

"Oh, this forest is old."

"I have been studying for many years and have a profound knowledge. I must know that according to legends, there is a nest made of wood. After he died, the later generations buried him here, so that is why it is called the nest's father. Nestle's grave was just north of the forest. A large river flowed out from the southeast, flowing out of Nest's father forest. This was the Ming Tang River. This is a good place for drought and peace. " As he spoke, he came to the vicinity of the forest. The forest was vast and the leaves rustled in the wind. He was not afraid of people.

The mulberry, willow, elm, pine, cypress, everything. The prince and the others followed Lee Yuan into the forest. The forest was so shady and overgrown with weeds that it instantly felt cool and refreshing. Further in, there was a lush green crop with lush grass. The crisscrossing water network is a branch stream coming out of the Ming Tang River. The people come out of the river day, and the sun goes down and they are safe and at ease. He was getting closer and closer to the Hou clan.

This was only the small village of the Hundred Family, surrounded by woods. It was a wide street, the Hou Family was at the west entrance of the village, on the north side of the road. The door was wide open, with four giant locust trees facing south. Lunan was a large courtyard, more than thirty acres in size. There were many workmen at the entrance.

On the stairs stood an old man dressed in coarse clothes. His hair was all white, and he was Hou Bao, the old manager of the Hou clan. Old Hou Bao saw Lee Yuan at a glance. Don't look at his age, his legs are very nimble. He hastily brought a few people to greet him. "Old Lady Li, Lord Hou Bao pays his respects to you. You haven't been here for quite some time."

Lee Yuan didn't dare to accept his salute, he quickly stepped forward and stopped him: "Old Brother, how about you?"

"Tofu, tofu." Li Yong and Li Kuan came over and kowtowed, "Greetings, Uncle Hou Bao."

Hou Bao saluted back with a bow, "Life lost." "Hou Bao, old brother, please go inside and let us know. Friends from Beijing and I are here to see the eldest master and the second grandpa." "Yes, yes."

The young one helped the Hou Bao to walk inside. He didn't expect that the Second Master would be coming out at this moment. Even Prince Ji Wuye and the others had seen him. There was a saying: "At home, there is no formalities." Second Master Hou, bare-chested, came out with a large banana fan in his hand. Hou Bao shouted, "Second member of the External Clan, quickly go and change your clothes. A guest has arrived in Beijing." Actually, Second Master Hou had already seen Old Man Li. "Isn't it just Sage Brother Lee Yuan?"

But when he looked again, there was Ji Wuye and another stranger. The old hero blushed and ran inside.

While they were talking, Old Knight Hou and Hou Zhenyuan brought their disciples out. The old man was of medium height, dressed in a beige silk gown, white silk trousers and undershirt, white high socks and socks, a pair of plush shoes with a bottom of one inch. The upper part was lined with red satin, and the upper part was covered with five blessings, while the lower part was snow-white, with not even a speck of mud on it. He had white hair and a pair of fierce eyes that looked like two bright lanterns. His nose was like a jade pillar, his lips like jade-like. His silver beard fluttered in the wind. This was quite a rare sight. Most of the old people had yellow hair on their lower beards, but Old Knight Hou was white, neither loose nor messy, and his hair was permeated with wind. Elegant and dashing, without a trace of a military air, he was like an old teacher.

When the prince looked again, he saw that Old Knight wore a sword on his left side, a green sandfish leather sheath, gold ornaments, a gold tongue, and a blue belt around his neck. Double drop blue lantern tassels. This treasured sword was made of gold and jade, and steel and iron. It was priceless, and was called the "Ancient Dragon Sword". Old Knight was in his eighties this year. He was in good spirits. He walked with firm steps and a smile on his face. "Lee Yuan, my younger brother." Old Man Li rushed over and kneeled down, "Brother, you did well." Old Knight Hou supported him with both hands, "Younger Brother, how dare you accept such a big gift, it's all for your blessings." Ji Wuye hurried over, "You must be Elder Brother Hou. Please accept this little brother's bow."

Lee Yuan quickly introduced, "Brother, this is a friend from Beijing, Ji Wuye and Ji Wuye." The old hero replied, "I've heard a lot about you. Brother Xian, your second brother is taking the children to Beijing, and I hope you can take good care of me. As soon as I return, I will pay a visit to the capital to express my gratitude. Brother came first. "Please rise, please rise." The old man stretched out his hand and pulled it up.

The Prince came over and cupped his fists, "This is Old Knight Hou, right? I have always admired your reputation and dreamed of sleeping and thinking. Today, I will show you my face, and it will be my fortune for three lifetimes." The old man was stunned. "Brothers, this is …" Ji Wuye smiled and said, "Big brother, this is my master."

Hou Zhenyuan suddenly realized, "Oh wow, so it was the prince who came to visit us. This commoner does not know, but is guilty of a capital offense. "Please forgive this humble one's late arrival, please forgive me, this humble one is not fully clothed, and has kowtowed to the Prince," Saying this, the Prince hurriedly brought his hands together to help him, "Old Knight, please rise. This noble came here this time because of my humble clothes, please forgive me."

"I am honored to have you here. The children who didn't understand the affairs of the world from before had gone to the prince's mansion to stir up trouble. They were truly lawless. Although it was due to their audacity, it was also due to this subject's lack of strict instruction. This subject requests that this grandpa show the grace of heaven and earth to forgive this subject's ignorance. " Old Knight is too modest. Without this, how would Ji Wuye know your majesty? This time, I have come presumptuously with Ji Wuye. Firstly, I have to see your face, and secondly, I have an important request. I am willing to share my heartfelt words with the old hero. " When Hou Zhenyuan heard this, he thought to himself: "This father and son duo came all the way to the Ba Zhou, and condescended to come. What in the world is going on?" This lord, Hou Zhenyuan, is more respectful than you. "

Just as he said that, Second Master Hou came out with his face glowing. Ji Wuye ran over and kowtowed, "Second Brother, little brother is very courteous."

The Second Master hugged him, "Brother, welcome."

Lee Yuan came over and bowed, "Hello, second brother!" "Aiya, I'll have to ask."

Ji Wuye pulled the Second Master along. "Come here, let me introduce you. This is the Prince, my Master. Your Highness, this is my brother Hou Jie. "

The Second Master of the Hou clan replied, "It is too late to receive this commoner."

The Prince extended his arms and hugged the Second Master Hou's bald head as he laughed, "Hahaha, the Second Heroic Assassin is so bright."

"Hey, the prince is only joking with the old man when he meets you." Second Master Hou's face turned red. Li Yong and Li Kuan came over and bowed to the two uncles. Ji Wuye had asked Kong Zifang to pay his respects to the two uncles.

All the disciples also came over to kowtow to the Prince, and then they all saw Lee Yuan and Ji Wuye.

His family took the blanket. Hou Zhenyuan cupped his fist and invited the Prince, Li Xiandi, and Ji Wuye inside. Entering through the drooping flower gate, passing through the waist hall, he arrived at the North Hall. His Royal Highness saw that the house was neat and tidy, the yard was planted with exotic flowers, the fragrance was very rich, and it was very elegant and quiet.

They put the quilts under the porch, the underlings put the curtains behind them and went into the room. A few square tables, bright windows, and paintings were hanging on the walls, all in famous calligraphy, and also written by Old Knight Hou himself. His Royal Highness knew Hou Zhenyuan's martial arts skills. Everyone dusted, wiped their faces, rinsed their mouths, and then sat down to taste their tea.

The old hero then asked Ji Wuye and the prince, "How come Ji Wuye and I came to Shandong at the same time as Brother Li?"

"His Royal Highness explained everything that had happened, even saying that he had an important matter for Old Knight to assist him with." Ji Wuye, why don't you tell this to Old Knight. "

Ji Wuye explained in detail.

Only then did the Prince respond, "Old Knight, the reason why I came to the Ba Zhou specially this time is to beg you to help me. Please take You Xiaobao and Hee Guangwu and return to the Ba Prefecture. Please do not refuse." Hou Zhenyuan felt troubled when he heard that.

Originally, he was in his eighties. After roaming the martial arts world with his brothers for so many years, he had never relied on his friends' support and his martial arts skills. It could be said that he had never failed. It was not bad to retreat in a hurry, to give up at the right time, and to end his life and build a coffin.

Now that Ji Wuye and the prince had personally invited him, it would be difficult to refuse if one wanted to; if he agreed, alas, I'm already over 80 years old, You Xiaobao and Hee Guangwu are disciples of the Eight Trigrams Mountain, would Hou Ting's ability be able to match up to the Eight Trigrams Mountain? What if he were to fall down? Wouldn't that ruin his reputation for the rest of his life?

All sorts of thoughts ran through his mind, and he was in a dilemma. He also thought of the prince personally coming to Shandong to invite him. He cupped his hands and said: "Your highness, Ji Wuye, logically speaking Hou Ting's skills are meagre, he should be afraid of offending your highness. However, since Ji Wuye views me as an experienced person, I am willing to help."

The prince stood up when he heard this. "Prince is so smart, he knows that Hou Zhenyuan spoke from the bottom of his heart, and he also knows that it is not easy for a man in his eighties to leave the mountain." The old man was generous and loyal, and the viscount was a man of deep respect. I thank you on behalf of Ji Wuye. "Ji Wuye, why aren't you kowtowing and thanking your big brother!"

Ji Wuye lifted his clothes and kneeled down, "Thank you brother for your love." Brother Xian, please get up. " Ji Wuye kowtowed and thanked Second Master Hou Jie and Lee Yuan. Then, after the feast was over, Ji Wuye called for Ruan He to bring out the sabre inside the blanket.

His Royal Highness sat in the middle while everyone else accompanied him. They took turns to persuade him to drink. His Royal Highness had seen Green Forest's chivalry and straightforwardness.

At that moment, the old steward, Hou Bao, came in. He walked up to Hou Ting and whispered a few words to him. The old man nodded. "Call him in." "Yes." Old housekeeper Hou went out. "In a moment, a man came in from the outside. He looked to be in his fifties, and though he was thin and wizened, he was very well-built. He had a short stature, dressed in a khakis, pointed shoes, a leather bow, a yellow face, yellow eyebrows, yellow eyes, a small nose, thin lips, and yellow hair in a ponytail.

So it turned out that Hou Zhenyuan and his brothers were very careful with their disciples. There lived a man named Huang Mingxian, whose name was Jin Duo and whose family was extremely wealthy. He has practiced kung fu since childhood, suffering from lack of guidance from a master, left the village and came to Shandong to join a teacher and visit friends. Later, they heard that their father Lin had Old Knight Hou, so they arranged for him to be brought to their father Lin Hou's house and stayed in the East Head Moral Shop. The next day, they received a notice from the sect and came to the Hou Family.