Chapter 39: The Four Friends of Mei Village
"Luozhen brothers' cultivation progress is so fast, it's really admirable!"
In the outskirts of Luoyang Flower City, in a bamboo forest, although it is winter now, the bamboo leaves are still green. However, at this time, not only are the green leaves dancing and falling to the ground, but also many broken branches and snapped bamboos can be seen everywhere, with scars all over the place, showing that they have been through a fierce storm.
Through the dense green bamboo, a large open space can be seen in the forest, with several figures standing, one of whom is a majestic and proud man, who is none other than "Tian Wang Lao Zi" Xiang Wen Tian.
"It was just a coincidence that brought us together, nothing more."
Upon hearing the praise of "Heavenly King" from Tianwen, Luo Zhen smiled slightly and returned a courtesy with his hands clasped together, saying in a humble tone.
"Well, in that case, shall we set out for Hangzhou's West Lake tomorrow?"
The two of them once again exchanged pleasantries for a while before the "Heavenly King" directly spoke out the plan he had been thinking about for a long time.
"Go left as instructed."
At the bottom of Xihu Meizhuang, there is a hidden "Ri Yue Shen Jiao" former teaching director's legacy, "Xi Xing Da Fa", an ultimate skill. Luo Zhenkan said he had been eyeing it for a long time. At this moment, hearing "Xiang Wen Tian" decide to take action, Luo Zhen naturally has no objection.
There is a saying: "Above, there is heaven; below, there are Suzhou and Hangzhou." And among them, West Lake in Hangzhou has always been the most famous and beautiful place. Its scenery is unparalleled, whether in ancient times or today, it has always been a popular tourist destination.
On this day, by the West Lake in Hangzhou, a winding artificial hill surrounded a serene and elegant villa. Two martial artists dressed as wandering warriors arrived at the entrance of the villa and handed over a visiting card.
"Two friends from the Songshan and Huashan schools, I'm afraid I've failed to welcome you properly. Please forgive me for my mistakes. I heard that among the treasures passed down through your school, you have in your possession a treasure like the 'Rapid Script'?"
Before long, an old man in a brocade robe walked out of the mansion, hastily stepping forward and bowing his fist from afar, asking with courtesy.
"Much trouble to the three masters for welcoming me. My surname is Tong, my name is Tong Huajin. This brother of mine has a great reputation as 'Upper Two Lower Middle'. We two have obtained four treasures and specially come to ask the four masters to appraise them. For troubling you, please forgive us!"
Looking at the incoming Mei Zhuang San Zhuangzhu "Tu Bi Weng", Xiang Wentian took a step forward, with a smile on his face, and started chatting with him. This visit to Mei Zhuang, Xiang Wentian can be said to have been well-prepared for a long time. At this moment, with the help of Luo Zhan, who has equally profound and mysterious cultivation, he is extremely confident in rescuing "Ri Yue Shen Jiao" former leader, Wu Xing.
After a brief commotion, Xiang Wentian and Luo Zhen followed "Tu Bi Weng" to the front hall of Meizhuang, led by a servant.
"Wait for a moment, I'll send someone to call my second brother and fourth younger brother."
"Tu Bi Weng" was short and stout, with a shiny bald head that didn't have a single hair on it. He had always been extremely fond of famous calligraphy works, which is why he heard that the guest had some famous works, so he came out to welcome him.
After entering the main hall of "Mei Zhuang", "Tu Bi Weng" bowed his hands and spoke in a humble tone, then suddenly, with a serious expression, he turned to the servant standing beside him and gave an order.
"Ding Jian, you go and call our Second Master and Fourth Master here!"
"Yes, Third Master."
The servant, Dian Jian, although he didn't have an extraordinary aura about him, his high and bulging temples indicated that this person had an uncommon cultivation. That he was willing to be a servant was truly astonishing to Luo Zhan.
Next, Xiang Wentian and Luo Chen asked why they had come to this villa on the west side of West Lake in Hangzhou. It was because inside this unassuming "Mei Villa" there was a dungeon that led directly to the bottom of West Lake, where the former leader of the Dayue God Sect, Ren Wo Xing, was imprisoned.
"Mei Zhuang" manor, with four highly cultivated masters, is used to suppress villains and guard "Ren Wo Xing" in prison. The big master "Huang Zhong Gong" loves playing the zither, excels at swordsmanship, and is erudite and knowledgeable.
The second master, "Heibai Zi", is fond of Go and is meticulous in his calculations; the third master, "Tubiweng", is fond of calligraphy and loves to use judge's pen; the fourth master, "Danchangsheng", is fond of painting, drinking and sword fighting, with a bold and generous personality.
These four people sat here, and there was another hidden reason. When the former leader of the "Sun Moon Divine Cult", Ren Wo Xing, was in power, he had a violent temper and was arrogant. The "Mei Zhuang Four Friends" had long since harbored thoughts of retirement. After Dong Fang Bu Bai took over, he favored treacherous officials and eliminated the old generation of cult members, causing the four to become even more disheartened.
At that time, "Dongfang Bubai" needed someone to go to "Mei Zhuang" to guard "Ren Yixing". The four friends of "Mei Zhuang" volunteered and thus could leave the inner sanctum of the "Dayue Mingjiao" sect, "Hei Mu Ya", and avoid intrigue with others in the sect. They could also live a leisurely life by West Lake, indulging in hobbies such as music, chess, calligraphy and painting.
After a moment of tea ceremony, in the originally quiet and elegant main hall, a sudden burst of chaotic noise erupted. Amidst this subtle tremble of voices, there was a hint of expectation and excitement.
"This... this is an authentic piece! It's really... it's really from the Tang Dynasty... the Tang Dynasty Zhang Xu's 'Ran Yi Tie', can't be fake!"
The three village heads, "Bald Old Man", held a letter in both hands, panting heavily, his voice slightly trembling, his eyes fixed intently on the letter.
But seeing the bold and unrestrained calligraphy on the post, it's like a martial arts master unfolding his lightness skill, darting high and low, although moving quickly, he doesn't lose his elegant demeanor. At the end of the post, there are many inscriptions and seals, everywhere showing that this post is extraordinary.
"This is a genuine work of Fan Kuan from the Northern Song Dynasty, where...where did you get it?"
The painting held by the master of Sichuan "Dan Qing Sheng" is a very old painting, with the words "Northern Song Dynasty Fan Zhongli's Creek Mountain Traveling Painting" written in the upper right corner, which has a strong ancient charm.
But as he saw the painting, a magnificent high mountain rose into the sky, with dense ink and majestic momentum. Luo Zhan didn't understand painting, but he knew this landscape was an exquisite work of art. Seeing that towering mountain, although it was just a picture on paper, it involuntarily inspired a sense of reverence and awe.
"It's indeed 'The Bloody Chess Scripture'!"
Facing the most beloved Go manual, even the meticulous "Hei Bai Zi" couldn't help but show excitement, overflowing with words, and joyfully reading a game record on the desk in front of him.
"Hehe..."
Looking at the three masters of "Mei Zhuang" who were infatuated with their own pursuits, Xiang Wentian and Luo Zhen exchanged a glance, both smiling in understanding.
However, in the next instant, as if they had an appointment, Luo Zhen and Xiang Wentian simultaneously made their moves. Their figures flashed by, like fierce tigers escaping from a cage, each displaying their lifelong ultimate skills. A dark cloud covered the city, directly enveloping the three masters of the Zhuang family and one servant standing beside them - Ding Jian, who was at the early stage of the Innate Realm.
