Chapter 9: The Empty Door
Qi Zhonghua and the others were stunned when they heard this. Kobayashi Zongqing was also very puzzled.
Chang Sihao said: "I heard him say, 'Return my letter'." I understand most of it. Letters are things of communication. It is not a precious biblical document. National teacher travel. It must be a militaristic affair. And the epistles that are brought with them must be related to this. However, Huo Li Guwen is not above board, and he is a master in Beijing. Anti-lone infiltrated Sichuan. I have to negotiate with the Ming official. Kawanaka has always been stable. I don't know of any major rebels. So he should just be walking through the road. Warat was originally in the west. To say that he went to Tibet. Walking the river road is inevitably a long detour. So his direction should be pointing southeast. The final destination should be Yunnan, Guizhou and Guangzhou, or further afield, such as Siam and Mozambique. Siam: Siam (ancient Thailand). Mo: At that time, Vietnam was divided into two dynasties, LĂŞ and Mozambique. It is for Vietnam's "North and South Dynasties"]
Qi Zhonghua couldn't help but nod and said, "No wonder Master Hou spoke with intimidation. You've already guessed it when you dare to love it. â
Chang Sihao's eyes were empty: "It's just that I didn't guess who he was looking for at that time." Now I know. â
Kobayashi Zongqing took a deep breath: "Guangxi Gutian Army." â
Chang Sihao said: "Not bad. Yan Linyuan's daughter must have said this in sign language just now. With their relationship with Juhao Pavilion and Gutian Army. The actions are self-explanatory. If Huo Li Guwen is going to contact the Miao Buck Cave people or foreign countries. There is no need for the Yan father and daughter to cover us up. â
Several people fell silent at the same time. His eyes fell on the "ten miles of time" on Chang Sihao's waist. I knew to listen to Yan Linyuan's tone. I shouldn't know or know Chang Sihao. must have seen the sword of Old Swordsman Xu. guessed his relationship with the Hundred Swords Alliance. Thus creating alarm.
Qi Zhonghua said: "Master Hou has already guessed. Why didn't you stop it just now? After all, there are a lot of people. Don't worry about not being able to take the three of them. â
Chang Sihao looked at the distance and did not answer. I knew that Yan Linyuan didn't know the content of the handscroll before. I also wanted to intercept Huo Li Guoshi. It can be seen that there is still a big Ming in my heart. This is the time to strike. Tear the skin. No one is good.
Kobayashi Zongqing guessed a few points from his expression. said: "Although the Gutian army has anti-intentions. But if you join forces with foreign tribes to do it. Aren't you a traitor? Juhao Pavilion is also full of heroes. I don't think so. According to the little monk. They are not supposed to be connected to Warat yet. Those gold jewels don't look like the military expenses provided by Warat. Rather, it should be a gift for giving. Otherwise, there is no need to let the dignified national teacher send it. All it takes is a few capable soldiers to pretend to be merchants. â
Qi Zhonghua said: "Say so." They have never been in contact yet. That's for the best. Wu Zhiming said with a smile: "The great monk's gold bead gift was lost on the Jianmen Plank Road. Presumably it has been picked up by the mountain people at this moment. He left empty-handed. It's completely useless. Why should we worry? â
That being said. After all, it is a word of relief. Depart the next day. The crowd sped up again. I hope to finish things and leave Sichuan as soon as possible. Try to catch up with Huo Li Guwen one foot in front of the foot. After entering Shu, the road is easy to walk. On the evening of the third day, we arrived at the bank of the Wenjiang River. Cross the Dujiangyan coast to the north. Kobayashi Zongqing pointed to the place where the forest and mountains hugged in the distance. Speaking of Tangmen, it is not far away. And the crowd followed. But see wildflowers everywhere along the way. Splendid stretch. Flower shadow in the water. The sunset is in the sky. Although there is no time to reward in the hurry. But I can't help but admire that the name of Jiuli Flying Flower is worthy of its name. After a short time, I arrived at the village. Lerma looked. I saw a row of tall sharp piles on the front slope, and the fence gate was connected to the forest mountain in the west. East extension waterfront. Stopped in the middle of the road like a castle. The door of the altar was closed tightly with thick logs nailed. Iron is tight. At this time, Lin Tao was sucking the evening breeze. Gently sink the sunlight in. All the colors of heaven and earth are rapidly fading and withdrawing. It was as if the voice of the world was to be taken away with it. Seeing that everyone was empty and lazy for a while. I feel that the Tang Gate is hidden between such mountains and rivers. Live a quiet and peaceful life. It's a treat like that.
Li Shuangji stepped forward immediately. Knock on the door and call someone.
It took a while. There was still no one in the room who answered. Li Shuangji's hands are stronger. The gate flickered. Opened up a little. It was just a cover-up. He held it with his palms. Push forward. A creak squeaked the door open a gap. I saw that the terrain inside was sloped higher. On the left, there is a curved horse track that goes up the slope. At the top of the slope, there is a piece of wooden house connected by the forest and trees. No lights, no fires. It was so quiet in the shadow of the trees that it seemed to be non-existent.
Chang Sihao rode his horse and looked in. Seeing this scene is gloomy. I think something is wrong. Look back. All the people dismounted. He walked in slowly.
Come to the slope. Chang Sihao said loudly: "Is there anyone?" "There was no response in a wooden house. There were no lights on. He approached the outermost room. Pull the handle and gently pull the door. Just listen to the "rattle" sound inside. The handle was unexpectedly loosened. Followed by a glimmer of light in the hole.
Chang Sihao knew that it was not good. A ghost step fell and flew out in the opposite direction. In the air, only the sound of "bang" was heard. A sharp blade flew through his chest. Cut the collar. Meanwhile. The sound of the lattice mechanism between the eaves. Wadang swirls down. Revealing the mouth of a black hole. In an instant, the crossbow shot like rain.
This wave of crossbow arrows fanned out a large area in front of the door. Chang Sihao was in the air. There is nowhere to dodge. Suddenly, my eyes went dark. The sound of the flag trembling in my ears. The bolts were blocked by a roll of monk's robes.
Chang Sihao shook his spine and turned around to stand still. I didn't have time to thank Kobayashi Zongqing. Straight into the room and said loudly: "In the next Chang Sihao." It is the younger generation of the Qin family. I came to meet Grandma Tang. Just trespassing. How rude. I also hope that grandma and uncles will take care of it. â
Shouted several times. There was still no answer in the house. He glanced behind him and told everyone not to move. I was careful and approached again. Slowly draw your sword and plunge it into the crack in the door. Say goodbye gently. I saw that the house was empty. There was no one. and he went from room to room. Under the scrutiny. Automatic mechanisms are set up everywhere. I couldn't see half a figure at all. I couldn't help but wonder: "Could it be that Tangmen abandoned the village and left." â
Qi Zhonghua said: "These wooden houses are simply furnished. It looks like a servant's place to live. The Tang Gate has been hidden for many years. Maybe the old man was dismissed. That's why I abandoned these vacant houses. The stockade is huge. Let's take a look. â
Chang Sihao thought to himself: "If you abandon it." And why set up a good mechanism. Is this empty house still afraid of people stealing it? It's really weird. "It was already dark. It's dark in the woods. They dismantled some planks and made torches to light them. Took a turn. I found that there was no way out. and searched room to room. Finally in the backyard of one of them. Discover a narrow horse trail that stretches into the forest. Several people led their horses through the house. Follow the road. The depths of the forest are dark and deep. The trees in the vicinity are hideous. There was the crackling of torches in my ears. The surrounding area is illuminated with light and shadow. Walk in it. I can't help but feel worried. But go deeper. Still safe and sound. And I didn't encounter any hidden weapons again.
Just when I gradually put my mind at ease. Qi Zhonghua suddenly said: "It seems that something is wrong. â
Chang Sihao looked back at him. Qi Zhonghua said: "I feel that the moisture is getting heavier and heavier. And they looked around. The forest is dense. It's like a miasma. The height is near the human chest. Stretch and go. It looks like a white snake floating in the air. Wu Zhiming felt sticky under his feet. Shine the torch on the ground. I saw that the dirt road was a damp and damp black. Lift the soles of your boots and take a look. There's some mud on it. He wrinkled his nose. muttered, "What a smell." Suddenly, a wave of disgust welled up in his chest. Feeling lightheaded. Immediately put your knees on your knees and bow your head. The others hurriedly pulled their clothes to cover their mouths and noses. In a moment. Just listen to the sound of lips and hooves. Wu Zhiming and a few horses all bent their knees softly. Fell to the ground.
Kobayashi Zongqing went over and reached out to hold Wu Zhiming's wrist. Feel the beating powerful. Make a gesture. It's okay to show that it's okay. Qi Zhonghua pointed with his hand to the road blocked by the fog. He waved his hand. Chang Sihao stared and shook his head. Motioned for them to set up Wu Zhiming and retreat. Twist yourself and rush forward. Several people were anxious when they saw this. But he didn't dare to open his mouth and shout.
Chang Sihao hid his face and rushed into the fog. went out for more than half a mile in a row. There was no problem. Suddenly, I heard the sound of water. There was a bright color in the forest opening ahead. Rush out and take a look. The waves are rolling in the night. It is Wenjiang. There is no channel on the left and right. There is no ferry ahead. It's a dead end. I saw that there was also a faint layer of mist on the surface of the water. He wondered slightly. I thought that the Tangmen poison was so powerful. It will never be sprinkled all over the river. I let go of my hand and tried to breathe gently. I just feel that the air is fresh. There was nothing out of the ordinary. Suddenly I realized something. Slowly lift the soles of your boots upwards. Immediately, a strange smell wafted into my nostrils. He understood. Hurry up and step on it. I thought to myself: "The white fog in the forest is the same as the water vapor on the river." It's all a natural phenomenon. The ground was soaked in potions. Ordinary people know that the Tang Sect is very poisonous. When you see the fog, you must be afraid. Duck down to avoid the 'poison gas'. I just fell into the trap. â
Although understood how it was going on. But it doesn't work. After all, it is impossible to move forward. I want to walk through the forest. There is no direction. Look around now. I found a tall poplar tree and jumped up. Holding the branches and looking over. I saw that this piece of forest was expanding along the river. Ups and downs. Blend in with the mountain bend in the night. I can't see where there is a path. However, in the northwest direction, there is a large tree that is significantly taller than the others. There was a faint light flickering in the canopy.
Chang Sihao wondered in his heart: "The tree is on fire." Why is there only one star? "That's when it happened. It feels hot in your hands. Stretch out your palm and take a look. The palms of his hands were black as if they were stained with ink. He rubbed his hands together. He rubbed it on his clothes. The black color is not reduced. Instead, it spread to the wrist. Apparently walking under the skin. He hurriedly jumped down the tree. Tearing clothes. Help with your mouth. Wrap your arms around them. Tie the deadlock. Wrap your left hand faster. The black gas only reaches the wrist. Wrap your right hand back. The left hand is not dexterous. Therefore, the strip of cloth is tied at the base of the right elbow. Half of his forearms were black. For a while, it was heavy and swollen, numb and sour.
He looked up at the poplar tree. I knew that it must be someone from the Tang Sect, and someone would not be able to find the way here. It is bound to climb high and look far. So poison was smeared on the bark. Shouting loudly at the moment. I want to call someone to explain everything. But there was silence in the woods. How can half of them respond. At this time, the black qi on both hands could not help but penetrate upward. The strip of cloth obviously didn't last long. He gritted his teeth. I thought that this forest covers a lot of land. It is not certain whether the Tang Gate is guarded or not. It is useless to wait like this. There is no way to go back. You can only go anywhere. Draw your sword and explore the way. Head straight northwest.
The woods are overgrown with shrubs. It's extremely difficult to walk. Although he kept swinging his sword and cutting thorns. There are still a lot of cuts in the clothes. Take two dozen steps. The tip of the sword suddenly seemed to be touching something elastic. Just listen to the crunch in the woods. The wind was blowing. Three boat-like objects crisscrossed from the shadows of the trees on both sides.