Chapter 82 Always be vigilant
"Why don't you bring the weapon well? Are you carrying the short sword as a wooden stick? Are you holding the short sword in your hand afraid that others won't know that you have an iron weapon?"
The old man's anger was really for weapons, and it was because the two of them were holding the wrong posture. Yuan Biao's anger suddenly broke out, and neither Zhu Da nor Zhou Qingyun could react.
Their attitude may have misunderstood Yuan Biao, and he couldn't help but become even more angry. He pointed to the noses of the two people and said, "Do you think you are practicing martial arts now and not on the field of life and death now, so you can do whatever you want? Since you want to choose this path that is so bloody, you can't let go from now on, do you know whether you know!"
At the end of the story, the old man had already started roaring. Zhu Da didn't think that Yuan Biao was meddling in other people's business or nitpicking. The old man's stern voice naturally had his own reason. Zhou Qingyun next to him had not yet reacted. Seeing Zhu Da do what he did, he also followed in depressedness.
The young men's stunned eyes made Yuan Biao think that the other party was dissatisfied or wanted to talk back. He was about to take this opportunity to teach a lesson, but he never thought of doing it well. For a moment, some fists hit the empty place. However, the old man had experienced too much and calmed down his mood after breathing.
"You should not use this short force in the dark. If you use this, you have to fight your life in close combat. You can't fight this kind of weapon for a long time. You must hide it and be surprised. Even if the other party sees something, you must hide your actions..." Yuan Biao said.
He said a few words seriously, and Zhu Da and the others were also fascinated by their own sensation, but they didn't expect that the old man would be dissatisfied first, and waved his hand and said, "Don't rush to learn so much, I will teach you later."
After saying that, he bent down and put the dagger and dagger for Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun to wear it. They were both on the left-handed position. The old man seemed to remember something, and he didn't talk while doing it, but he was busy with his actions in detail.
Yuan Biao sighed after finishing it. Zhu Da naturally would not ask questions rashly, but looking at the scars on the old man's face and thinking about the loss of composure just now, Zhu Da didn't continue thinking about it.
"Often the other party is prepared, it is not a rush. Before pulling out the short force, you must shake it with your empty hand, so that it is more certain."
While speaking, Yuan Biao grabbed forward with his left hand. His movements were sharp and swift. Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun subconsciously dodged, but unexpectedly, the old man's right hand quickly followed and pointed at Zhu Da's chest. They dodged the previous action and did not respond to the next one at all.
"If I take my family, you will die." Zhu Da was not surprised by the old man's words.
To be fair, Yuan Biao's quick words and behavioral demonstration and persuasiveness are very poor, but Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun both accepted it calmly. If the old man might be worried that if he didn't do this, the two teenagers would not listen, but he did not expect Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun's frankness and eagerness to learn skills.
After teaching these, the old man fell silent, his face was not very good-looking, and he walked in front of him with big strides. Zhu Da could guess why. What happened just now should have evoked memories of the past.
After the snow stopped, the north wind blew, and sunlight shone out from the gaps in the clouds. The sunset shone on the snow, which was much brighter than before, and naturally, much colder than when it was snowing.
Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun had already changed their clothes at the martial arts training ground and walked on the road with dry clothes. Otherwise, they would be blown by the cold wind and the chances of catching a cold are very high, which is a fatal blow.
At this time, queues began to be held in front of several gates of the Zheng family's Tuwei. Yuan Biao was also proud of his appearance here. He took Zhu Da and the others to walk through the checkpoints with great swagger. The young and strong men on duty laughed and were kind to the point, and anyone could see their flattery and awe.
"These two boys are extraordinary! Follow Qin Xiucai first, and then Yuan Master..." You can still hear such comments behind you.
Everyone separated in front of the Qin family. I don’t know what the old man remembered, his face became more and more gloomy. After nodding with Zhu Da and the others, he left on his own.
The servant of the Qin family said that the master was waiting in the study. Zhu Da and the others went over directly. Qin Xiucai, who was sitting there looking through the books, looked up and smiled: "It's such a coincidence. I just came back from the salt bank. Don't rush to change your clothes. Let's go out together."
Of course Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun were willing. The last time they came to Zhengjiaji, they came and went in a hurry. They either stayed around and couldn't go out these days, or they only walked one road. It was so bustling and lively outside, so they would definitely gain a lot of money when they walked around.
Qin Chuan was wearing a cotton robe over there, and Zhu Da was waiting and observing. Yesterday's conversation about studying for the imperial examination seemed to have broken some of Qin Xiucai's things and also made Qin Chuan realize something. His emotions fluctuated greatly, but from this morning to now, Qin Xiucai's performance was no different from usual, and it seemed that the deep conversation had never happened.
After the three of them left the house, they met Qin Qin who was with the servant. The girl was wrapped tightly, pouting and looking reluctant.
"Be good, dad will take you out in a few days, so stay at home with Aunt Cui." Qin Xiucai smiled and comforted her, but the girl didn't appreciate it very much. She turned her head and ran away after a blank look.
Qin Xiucai was not concerned about his daughter's temper and walked in front with his hands behind his back, taking Zhu Da and the others out. As soon as Qin Chuan left the yard, three strong men followed him. The three of them had no intention of hiding their identities. They held the weapon in their hands openly and looked around vigilantly.
On the contrary, Qin Xiucai was leisurely in his manner. He nodded to the pedestrians from time to time. After walking a few steps, he smiled and said, "You two don't have to be so alert. Haven't you seen the people sent by the salt bank? Come on, come on."
Zhu Da never regarded himself as a young master. He also explained it very clearly to Zhou Qingyun that Qin Xiucai's safety is closely related to their future. We must protect Qin Chuan as much as possible. Although Zhou Qingyun didn't talk much, he completely trusted Zhu Da and naturally obeyed.
Although the two teenagers had very limited force, they had killed people after all, and knew martial arts. And at this age they were often considered harmless. If something really happened, it might not be useless. Zhu Da thought it very clearly, and Qin Xiucai could also realize it.
Having said that, Zhu Da made decisions for Zhou Qingyun in many things, but he didn't think that the other party was a fool. Zhou Qingyun was one year older than him, with limited knowledge and experience, and his personality was naive and simple. But Zhu Da knew that Zhou Qingyun didn't understand many things. He might not think thoroughly, but he could judge the pros and cons very clearly, know how to choose and how to do it.
Zhu Da and Zhou Qingyun don’t have to be so nervous when they have people sent from the Salt Stage to escort them, but they are not just for safety, but also for an attitude.
When he approached Qin Xiucai, Zhu Da followed his right hand, and Zhou Qingyun was on Zhu Da's right hand, walking half a step behind. If he was on the left and right, he would have the intention of an elder taking two juniors to wander around. Now, there is a bit of subtle incongruity.
Although it was a trivial matter, Qin Chuan obviously noticed that although Qin Xiucai was a little scholarly, he was very polite and comprehensive in dealing with people, even for children.
"Qingyun, come here." He greeted casually.
Zhou Qingyun seemed to have not heard this ordinary sentence. Qin Xiucai smiled and said it again. Zhou Qingyun turned his head and replied in a quiet voice: "Mr. Qin, I'm fine here."
This answer made Qin Chuan stunned, shook his head and laughed, but did not continue to greet him. He just patted Zhu Da on the shoulder with a very approving expression. Zhu Da looked at both sides, and his expression was calm. The scene just now was very subtle, so it would be better to pretend that nothing happened.
"Zhengjiaji was not originally called Zhengjiaji, but an unknown village on the roadside. During the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty, the country was on the grassland, and it was just a country. Just walk on the road. No one paid attention to such remote places. When Emperor Taizu of this dynasty, our Ming soldiers were killed in and out on the grassland. The Tartars were driven away and they were not worried about anything. This was still a deserted village..." Qin Xiucai was not walking fast, but began to explain the past of Zhengjiaji to Zhu Da and others.
The street in front of the Yanzhan and the Qin family is the most prosperous road in Zhengjiaji. Not only are the guys greeted him attentively, but the details were also done well. There were snow everywhere else. The snow on this road had been cleaned up, and there were a lot of people wandering around the road.
When I first came to Zhengjiaji, it was already dark when I entered the marina. I only saw the bustling night tour and the lights. Now the sun has not yet set, so I can see more details.
There were a lot of pedestrians on the street, dressed in all kinds of clothes, including local officials, merchants, and even Mongolian people. Zhu Da was not only observing, but also listening carefully to their conversations. Many people came from Huairen County and around, and came here to eat, drink and have fun.
".........There are many girls here, and there are few smokers on the platform. Those in the county town are all serving the yamen's masters..." It happened that someone passed by with such words.
Qin Xiucai smiled and looked at Zhu Da and explained: "The commission for Zheng Jiaji's casino is half lower than that elsewhere, and he doesn't make tricks inside. Everyone outside likes to come and play."
Of course, he would not explain to the teenagers that "there are many girls". Of course, Zhu Da knew what was going on, so Qin Xiucai turned the topic back: "After Tumu Fort that time, the Ming Dynasty had little chance of winning against Mongolia. He was accidentally invaded by the Tartars. He had no choice but to set up defenses layer by layer. The road between Mongolia and the Ming Dynasty was difficult to walk, and the Zheng Family Museum would flourish..."
While speaking, they had already passed by a courtyard gate. The gate was open. When guests were in and out, they could hear the excitement inside. In front of the door, there were several young and strong guards, swords and sticks and other weapons placed beside the wall. These people were quite lazy. The eyes of the people coming and going were not so vigilant, but rather to say that they were to get bored. After seeing Qin Xiucai, they did not dare to be negligent. Several of them bowed and laughed, and Qin Xiucai just nodded.
Chapter completed!