Chapter 142 Misunderstanding

A standard robbery in the rivers and lakes ended like this.

I thought I could see the lively Zhang Xiaohua, but I was educated by Zhang Xiaohu. Although I didn't see the bloody side of the rivers and lakes, I understood the greed of human nature and the trading of power and money in the rivers and lakes. At the same time, I also understood better , in this arena, only the fist is the boss.

In the days that followed, Zhang Xiaohua prayed that she would not encounter any robbery, bandits and the like, which was very different from the joy she had when she first came.

However, the wind and rain in the world will not be changed because of someone's thoughts. The road is not Chaoyang Avenue. During the period, I still encountered some thieves who didn't have long eyes. The farts are not loud, and the farts are not stinky. What kind of vision do those thieves who can take the lead have? Basically, they all fell apart under the powerful force of the bodyguards of the Lotus Escort Bureau, which was united with the head of Luo Dao as the center. However, the world is ruthless, and the swords and guns have no eyes. Several bodyguards were still injured, and even one of them had his wrist cut off. Although the bodyguard had good wound medicine with him, and the team found the best doctor in the next township where they stopped, but after all, the injury was serious, and his life was saved, but the hand was completely broken. abolished.

During the later journey, the injured bodyguard was lying on the carriage behind Zhang Xiaohua, Zhang Xiaohua could see his lifeless eyes and gloomy face from time to time, which made Zhang Xiaohua's originally lively mood feel abnormally heavy.

Fortunately, the force of the Lotus Escort Bureau is still good. There was only one seriously injured bodyguard along the way. Although Zhang Xiaohua felt very uncomfortable, the head of the bodyguard Luo was very happy. He felt that he was a lucky star. too smooth.

This seaside town is really far away from Pingyang City, and it wasn't until the convoy traveled for more than a month that it could enter the sphere of influence of Misty Sect. The bodyguards seem to be very sensitive to the sphere of influence of their own family. According to the plan, they should arrive in the afternoon, but because a carriage broke down, the trip was delayed, and they only arrived in a remote mountain village in the afternoon. If it was a few days ago , the convoy must camp to rest, and this night, not only the head of the bodyguard Luo, but everyone in the other bodyguards is determined to go forward. Walking forward at dusk, it was almost midnight before entering a small market town.

As soon as he entered the market town, Na Luo let out a long breath and shouted loudly: "Brothers, we have reached our own territory. Haha"

Everyone was also laughing, and Zhang Xiaohua, who was watching with sleepy eyes, was puzzled.

In the next few days, the escort team obviously did not have the same martial law as before, and the schedule was much more casual, so when they arrived at Pingyang City, it was already midnight.

Although Pingyang City is a city, it is only an inland city and has no strategic significance. Therefore, only three of the four city gates are closed at night, leaving one for people to enter and exit. This is also one of the reasons why the Lotus Escort Team rushes to the Escort at night. Who doesn't want to return to the Escort early, clean up for nothing, put everything down, and fall asleep easily?

Of course, without cleaning her personal hygiene, Zhang Xiaohua fell into a deep sleep as early as when the convoy was just approaching Pingyang City.

The convoy quickly came to the door of the escort agency. It was already late at night, and the door of the escort agency was naturally closed. Someone went up and knocked on the door. The person who opened the door seemed to be someone who had gone out to escort the agency. How could it be late at night? Complaining about being disturbed, he quickly opened the middle door and asked people to drive more than twenty carriages to the square of the Escort Bureau. The movement of dozens of people returning to the Escort Bureau was not small. An Ran returned to Pingyang City with the escort and merchants, and then said to Zhang Xiaohu: "Zhang Xiaohu, you are finally back. Fourth Master Wen has been looking for you for a long time, and he ordered that as soon as he sees you come back, he will immediately Let you go see him!"

Zhang Xiaohu was stunned. Why? He carefully confirmed: "Do I have to go even if it's midnight?"

The guard smiled wryly, "That's what Fourth Master said,

But it didn't say what time it was. Since you are back now, I think you should go there, otherwise, it's not good to make fourth master angry. "

Zhang Xiaohu thought for a while and said, "Okay then, thank you for reminding me."

Then, Zhang Xiaohu came to the square, first hugged the sleepy Zhang Xiaohua on the kang of his hut, then tidied up his own things a little bit, and brought them back to the house, then hesitatingly came to the inner courtyard, Fourth Master Wen's room.

It was already past midnight, and Fourth Master Wen's courtyard was very quiet, Zhang Xiaohu tiptoed to the door, hesitated, and was about to raise his hand to knock on the door, when a slightly old voice said from inside: "Who is it? What are you looking for me at this time?"

The voice was so sudden that Zhang Xiaohu trembled in fright, and he secretly admired it. The ancients said it was good, this ginger is still old and spicy, and Fourth Master Wen's deep inner strength is one of the few in the Lotus Escort. I just approached He heard it at the door, alas, how long will it take me to practice before I can achieve this kind of achievement?

The Fourth Master Wen in the house was furious for a while, and he cursed in his heart: "Which unlucky child is there outside, why doesn't he have a sense of public morality that respects the old and loves the young? My old man usually suffers from insomnia, so I just happened to be able to close it early today." Eyes, just like a dream, I was awakened by you, if you say you come, come here, and you are still tiptoeing, making me think it is some kind of villain, the old heart is so frightened that it is thumping, if you didn't raise your hand and knock on the door, I would immediately Jump out of the window, beat you up, let you know the consequences of waking up the old man to sleep."

Zhang Xiaohu stood up straight, and said in a tone full of respect, "It's me, Zhang Xiaohu."

"Zhang Xiaohu?" Fourth Master Wen hesitated, "What are you doing here now?"

When Zhang Xiaohu heard Fourth Master Wen questioning himself, he couldn't help being shocked, and quickly said: "Fourth Master, I just came back from running darts outside, and the little four at the door said you were looking for me. If you see me, let me come to see you immediately." .”

"Ah!" Fourth Master Wen said angrily, "That's it, ahem~"

Fourth Master Wen was so angry that he coughed and took a sip of water before continuing, "Did I say that? But, even if I did, there's no need to come here in the middle of the night."

Zhang Xiaohu said embarrassingly: "Xiao Si said that you were in a hurry to listen to the order, thinking it was something important, and you didn't say you couldn't come at night, so he notified me. If you have nothing to do, then I will Go back and wait until dawn before coming to listen to your teachings."

After hearing this, Fourth Master Wen said, "Oh, I see. I ordered this matter a month ago. It's been almost two months, and I almost forgot about it. Alas, people tend to forget things when they are old." Well, well, you don't have to go back, I'll get up later, anyway, tonight must be a sleepless night."

Zhang Xiaohu waited for a while before Fourth Master Wen opened the door to let him in.

The two sat down, Fourth Master Wen poured water, waited for Zhang Xiaohu to drink, then Fourth Master Wen stared at Zhang Xiaohu, and said, "Zhang Xiaohu, it took a long time for this dart trip, thank you for your hard work."

Zhang Xiaohu hurriedly said: "Don't dare, Fourth Master Wen, I'm just a deputy to Chief Luo. Many things are decided by Chief Luo. I'm just a helper."

Fourth Master Wen said with a smile: "This trip can pass the New Year. Hard work is inevitable. Do the people below have any complaints?"

Zhang Xiaohu replied: "I don't have any other remarks. I just want the Escort to give more subsidies. After all, it is for the Escort to go out for the New Year and not be able to reunite with family members."

Fourth Master Wen twirled his sparse beard and said: "It's inevitable. The Escort will not treat anyone who has made contributions to the Escort badly. This is true for this kind of outing for the New Year, and it is also true for contributions greater than this."

Zhang Xiaohu was taken aback for a moment, and thought to himself: "Halo, what does this mean?"

However, he still said respectfully: "Then, on behalf of the brothers, I would like to thank Fourth Master for taking care of me."

Fourth Master Wen waved his hand and said, "Hehe, no, it should."

Then, after hesitating for a moment, he asked, "Did the dart go smoothly?"

Zhang Xiaohu was puzzled, and said: "Yes, it's normal, that is, when you encounter some common bandits on the road, Bodyguard Luo can handle them with ease."

But I thought to myself: "What is the old man doing? Can't sleep and want to chat with someone? I'm tired and want to sleep."

Fourth Master Wen asked kindly: "Then when did you return to the escort agency?"

Zhang Xiaohu frowned and said, "Just now, I just entered the yard, I put my things in the house and came over."

Fourth Master Wen nodded and said, "Oh, then you haven't heard any news."

"News?" Zhang Xiaohu froze, "What news?"

Fourth Master Wen thought for a while, then changed into a heartbroken expression, and said, "Zhang Xiaohu, you can be regarded as my confidant, and it is our fate to be able to come to the Lotus Escort to be a tripman. I think, You also hold the belief of dedicating your youth, your blood, your sweat, and even your life to the Escort."

Zhang Xiaohu was even more stunned, these parallel sentences were so gentle, he couldn't react.

Seeing Zhang Xiaohu's surprised look, Fourth Master Wen went on to say: "Back then, I, like you, had the same idea. I dedicated myself to the Escort. You see, I have struggled for most of my life, only to see the Escort flourish to where it is today. Escort is my home, love and dedication depend on everyone, if there is no thought of devotion, it is impossible for this Escort to get to where it is today."

Zhang Xiaohu was dizzy, and said cautiously: "Fourth Master, is there something I didn't do well? Please guide me in time."

Fourth Master Wen smiled and said, "You did a good job. You didn't lose face to me."

Zhang Xiaohu opened his mouth and said, "Then you...?"

Fourth Master Wen changed his grief-stricken expression again, and said, "It's like this, I have a very sad news here, I want to tell you, I hope you are mentally prepared, I think you should do it first, It's best to take a step and listen to me carefully. Also, don't be anxious after listening to it."

Zhang Xiaohu smiled and said, "What news, Fourth Master, you've said so much, I feel overwhelmed and at a loss."

Fourth Master Wen nodded and said, "That's right, he is indeed the one I like. This calmness alone is enough for a great job."

Then, Fourth Master Wen said: "Actually, I think you should also know that the ancients said that it is good to live great and die gloriously. Some people are alive, but they are dead, and some people are dead, and they are still alive. Ours In my heart. Also, some people's death is heavier than Mount Tai, and some people's death is lighter than a feather. If one day can achieve this level, I will not complain in this life."

Zhang Xiaohu was filled with emotions when he saw Fourth Master Wen's prose like a spring, but he didn't dare to speak up. He just wanted to know what was the news that made him extremely sad?

Suddenly, he seemed to feel something, could it be at home?

It's broken, is it a bandit from Xicui Mountain? Or the bullies of Lu Town?

Zhang Xiaohu was stunned all of a sudden, this, this, what should I do?

The Fourth Master Wen didn't seem to see Zhang Xiaohu's uncertain face under the lamp, and he still said there: "This person lives a lifetime. It is easy to do one or two good deeds. The most rare thing is to do good deeds every day. How many can you do?" Things that make people grateful for a lifetime, this life is touching. Also, the ancients said that good things should not be done because of the smallness of the good, and do not be the evil because of the smallness. No matter how big or small the good deed is, it should be Persevere in doing it, not to mention those who sacrificed their own lives for the sake of other people's lives. We should all cherish this act of self-sacrifice. You pay high respects!"

After finishing speaking, Fourth Master Wen wiped the sweat from his forehead, and said awkwardly: "Oh, the words written in this Fan Dashu bag are really hard to remember, I've recited them countless times, why can't they speak well? Don't blame me, I thought you would come back soon, but you didn't come back until today, I haven't watched it for nearly a month."

Alas, it's hard to blame this old fourth master for sweating his head during the winter. It can be seen that rote memorization is not the right way, mastery and comprehension are the last words!

When Fourth Master Wen looked up from the pile of old papers, saw Zhang Xiaohu's gloomy face, and said sadly: "Zhang Xiaohu, it seems that you already know what I mean. The dead are gone, and the living must continue to live. You must mourn Be obedient, turn grief into strength, continue to work hard, take over your brother's baton, inherit your brother's unfulfilled last wish, contribute your blood and life to the Lotus Bodyguard Agency and the Misty Sect!"

Zhang Xiaohu's expression brightened instantly, his eyes widened, his mouth opened enough to fit a duck egg, and he said in disbelief, "My brother? Zhang Xiaohua?"

Fourth Master Wen nodded heavily, and said in an unusually low bass voice: "Yes, it is your younger brother, Zhang Xiaohua, a good employee of Huanxi Villa, a good image of the Lotus Bodyguard Bureau, a good friend of the Misty School, our hero, He will live forever in our hearts!"

Zhang Xiaohu stood up and said, "This!!! Is this a mistake?!"

Fourth Master Wen said displeased: "How can this kind of thing go wrong? Sit down, sit down, I praised your calm just now, why are you so passionate now? I know you can't accept this news for a while, this I asked Fan Dashubao of the Escort to write such a thing, and told you for a long time, why are you still so rough, startled, and suddenly stood up? Calm down, calm down, there must be landslides before you don’t panic Calmness, this is the basic quality that we leaders should have.”

Zhang Xiaohu smiled, sat back on his chair and said, "Fourth Master, I was a little surprised when I heard the news, so I jumped up, don't blame me."

Fourth Master Wen twirled his sparse beard and said: "Yes, I see that you are recovering quickly, you are very like me, and you have a bright future in the future. I am optimistic about you!"

Afterwards, Fourth Master Wen got up, took out a small wooden box from the small cabinet behind him, put it in front of Zhang Xiaohu, and said, "Although Zhang Xiaohua has already left us, we will definitely publicize his touching deeds and let him It is famous in the history of Jianghu, but now the situation in the world is changing, and there are many situations that are not good for the Misty faction. We can't make public the deeds of this little flower who sacrificed her life to the Savior, so we can only make some compensation in other aspects. This is Misty The leader Ou Pengou who sent it to me personally, let me pass it on to you to express my deep respect for Zhang Xiaohua."

Zhang Xiaohu opened the wooden box in confusion, and there was a stack of thick silver bills inside. At a glance, there were a hundred of them, and the top one had a denomination of one hundred taels. Ten thousand taels of bank notes?

Zhang Xiaohu trembled in fright, since he was born, he has never seen so many silver taels, he was scared to death. He pushed the wooden box and said, "Fourth Master, why is this? What happened to my younger brother Zhang Xiaohua? Did they make a mistake? I can't tell. How dare I accept the money?"

Fourth Master Wen said: "I don't know the specific details. The Huanxi Villa is very secretive, and I can't find out anything for the time being. I just heard from Qiutong that your brother Zhang Xiaohua is loyal to protect the Lord. To save Ouzhuang Lord, gave your precious life."

"What?" Zhang Xiaohu was stunned, and said in surprise: "This happened? Why didn't I know? Why didn't Xiaohua tell me!"

"Tell you?" Fourth Master Wen smiled and said, "Why did he tell you?"

Zhang Xiaohu said seriously: "Xiao Hua, he is sleeping in my room right now, he followed the bodyguard team all the way back, the brothers in the bodyguard team all know, but he only said that he fell into the water during the night camp Li, didn't tell me that much."

Fourth Master Wen trembled with his hand holding his thin beard, and the beard fell out a few more, and the thin beard became even thinner. Regardless of the pain, he stood up from the chair with a huff, almost as agile as Zhang Xiaohu just now, He said sharply, "Really? Is he sleeping in your room now?"

It seems that he is not as calm as when he reprimanded Zhang Xiaohu just now.

Zhang Xiaohu said: "Yes, it's in my room, sleeping soundly."

Fourth Master Wen quickly grabbed Zhang Xiaohu's hand and said, "Go, hurry up, hurry up, let me see."

Zhang Xiaohu was pulled up by him, and thought to himself: "Calm down, calm down, Fourth Master Wen, you are always a leader."

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