Strange mountains and rivers

It only took a moment for all kinds of thoughts to pass through his mind. Facing the three people who appeared in front of the two of them, who were obviously descendants of the major sects or aristocratic families in Bianjing City, Chen Huaisheng remained calm and silent. It would be inappropriate to interrupt rashly under the circumstances.

He had never underestimated Xuan Chimei.

I believe that Xuan Chimei has been in Beijing for many years, and obviously knows these people, so he should have a way to deal with it.

"Yes, what a coincidence. I remember Junior Sister Xuan once said that she never drinks. I didn't expect to meet Junior Sister Xuan here. Could it be that Junior Sister Xuan is just here to accompany her friends?"

The young man's words were still honest and honest, not dissatisfied at all, but a little curious.

Maybe it would be a matter of course for someone else to get off the bus, but Xuan Chimei didn't: "No, I came to have a drink with a friend."

The young man's expression changed slightly. He didn't save any face, and his tone was a little harsh: "But I remember when we invited Junior Sister Xuan to a gathering, Junior Sister Xuan...? Did we remember it wrong?"

"No, Senior Brother You just didn't listen to everything. I just said that I don't drink under normal circumstances, but my good friends are here, so I need to make an exception."

The smile floating on Xuan Chimei's face was so clear and clear that everyone who looked at her felt that the air was filled with a sweetness that was like a tang, which was particularly intoxicating.

One sentence made You Tianxi choke to the point of almost coughing, and Xuan Chimei's unabashed words made people feel extremely depressed and uncomfortable.

The eyes of You Tianxi and the other two people all fell on Chen Huaisheng. Who is this?

In his twenties, he is at the fourth level of Qi refining and can be considered a talent, but compared to himself, it is nothing. How can He De be so favored and valued by Xuan Chimei, who has the "Nine Lotus Core"?

"Junior Sister Xuan, this one is..." You Tianxi couldn't help it any longer, but You Tianxi was still in a daze, and the other young man in purple robe who was at the fifth level of Qi Refining was the first to speak out.

"Chen Huaisheng of the Chonghua Sect." Chen Huaisheng slightly cupped his hands.

He was neither particularly polite nor deliberately arrogant. He just handed over his hand casually. It felt more like perfunctory, but it was revealed from the bottom of his heart.

This made several people feel unspeakably unhappy.

"The Chonghua Sect?" The young man in purple robe shook slightly and looked at Chen Huaisheng with strange eyes: "Yi County Chonghua Sect?"

Fortunately, he didn't pretend to be ignorant. It could be seen that the other party still had some impression of the Chonghua Sect.

"Panshan, Langling Mansion, Yi County." Chen Huaisheng nodded with a smile.

"Close to the junction of Nanchu and Wuyue?" Another older young man nodded, seeming to be recalling: "I have some impression that Longyanfang City is quite famous for its specialty trade..., by the way, it seems like before Did something happen in two years?"

Chen Huaisheng smiled and nodded: "It's true."

Xuan Chimei glanced at Chen Huaisheng helplessly, but she didn't expect that Huaisheng brother was not afraid of these three people at all, and seemed to be reasonable.

"Senior Brother Huaisheng, this one is Senior Brother You Tianxiyou of Tianyun Sect, this one is Senior Brother Kou Songkou of Kou Family, and this one is Senior Brother Long Ao Tianlong of Wanxiang Sect."

Curzon? Chen Huaisheng's heart moved, but his eyes remained still, and his face remained gentle and smiling.

He felt that the other party's eyes had been locked on him, and he was basically sure that the other party should know about his relationship with Fang Baoqi, which meant that he was being targeted when he went to Fang Baoqi's place yesterday.

"I have long admired the great names of you, and I am so lucky today..."

The greetings came out casually, and Chen Huaisheng smiled more as if he wanted to get closer. In the eyes of a few people, they felt that this person was more ordinary.

Xuan Chimei glanced at Chen Huaisheng. She was not sure what Brother Huaisheng's attitude meant, but one thing she was sure of was that Brother Huaisheng had no intention of becoming friends with these people. If he really had such thoughts , on the contrary, it will not be this attitude.

"Senior Brother Huaisheng, Senior Brother You and the others have an appointment, so we better not disturb..."

"Hey, Junior Sister Xuan, we just have nothing to do. We just came here to have a drink and look forward to the Taoist meeting. Why don't we go together..."

In fact, the elegant image of Kou Song is not much inferior to that of You Tianxi. I have to admit that these children of aristocratic families can suppress many people if they are just skinny. It's just that whether they are good on the outside and corrupt on the other, you have to be tested by a good student.

"Yes, Junior Sister Xuan, the Taoist meeting is coming soon, and we are soliciting opinions from various schools on the establishment of the lists. We also want to know what Junior Sister Xuan thinks..."

The eldest Long Aotian does not have the same aura as Long Aotian, but is the most humble among them.

Facing the other party's invitation, Xuan Chimei also hesitated. Master also reminded that the situation in the capital is now turbulent and the Jiulian Sect is not in a good situation. The Tianyun Sect is the most powerful suppressor of the Jiulian Sect, but like Wanxiang The sect is relatively friendly to the Jiulian Sect and is not suitable for making enemies.

Seeing Xuan Chimei's gaze falling over, Chen Huaisheng understood immediately and nodded gently: "Junior Sister Chimei, what Senior Brother Long said is true. Jiulian Sect, Wanxiang Sect and Tianyun Sect are all illustrious sects in the Tao Palace. Let's discuss it. It’s not a bad thing,…”

Seeing Chen Huaisheng nodding, Xuan Chimei smiled cheerfully and said, "Okay, then I won't bother you."

The group immediately chose a private room facing the street, and refreshments were immediately served.

Chen Huaisheng could feel Coulson's concern for him, but he pretended to be ignorant and asked about the Taoist meeting.

It has to be said that these three people should all be the best among people. Maybe their character may not be what they seem, but in terms of conversation, knowledge, demeanor and talent, they are definitely first-class. Chen Huaisheng can be sure that if he It wasn't two people becoming one. It turned out that Chen Huaisheng was absolutely crushed in every aspect.

"..., according to the opinions of the officials and Taoist palace, this competition must be to encourage young disciples, especially those under the age of thirty and forty-five, to dare to challenge and make breakthroughs..."

"So, the Taoist Palace strongly encourages cross-level challenges?" Chen Huaisheng asked pointedly, playing with the lid of the tea cup in his hand.

"There is indeed such an intention in it." Long Aotian nodded, "Those who can leapfrog challenges must be extremely talented. If you have this kind of courage, it will actually be easy for the light of genius to shine. Dao Palace is most happy to see it. In such a situation, genius is the backbone of a sect and aristocratic family. Dao Palace does not want to see the world of cultivation become a stagnant water..."

"Brothers, I feel that the Taoist palace seems to have a sense of urgency and anxiety when holding this Taoist meeting. Is there any other reason?"

Since he didn't have too many scruples, Chen Huaisheng simply raised the issue and asked, "The Dao Palace doesn't seem to care much about the tide of monsters in our south and the bullying from the Nanchu Sect. If that's the case, why is it like this?"

Several people were a little embarrassed, and even Xuan Chimei hesitated to speak.

In the end, Long Aotian said vaguely: "Da Zhao faces many challenges. The south and the monsters are only one aspect. Junior Brother Chen should know that our Zhao's main enemies are always the west and the north. In addition, our Zhao's main enemies are the west and the north. I also have some problems myself,..."

Chen Huaisheng questioned: "But the conflict between the Tang and Song Dynasties has become a settled situation for thousands of years. Could there be any other accidents? If it is Beirong, can it really pose a threat to our Zhao? Our Zhao itself, or Is this an excuse?"

The atmosphere of the drink was easily ruined by Chen Huaisheng, and the three of them finally took the initiative to say goodbye.

Xuan Chimei couldn't help laughing, "Brother Huaisheng, did you mean it?"

Chen Huaisheng shook the wine glass in his hand, "Have they paid the bill? This delicious meal cannot be wasted."

Seeing that Chen Huaisheng didn't answer the question, Xuan Chimei didn't take it seriously: "The thirty or fifty spirit stones are still in the eyes of these people, but Brother Huaisheng's sharp questioning made them a little embarrassed. Although I I also know that their sect is also plotting against our Nine Lotus Sect, but my little sister has never betrayed her..."

"Since everyone knows that they are dealing with your Jiulian Sect, why don't you provoke them?" Chen Huaisheng was surprised to see that even Xuan Chimei knew about it, which meant that his guess seemed to be accurate.

That would really affect the whole body, and where should the Chonghua Sect go?

Or maybe the Chonghua Sect has never really been brought into people's sight, and they just passively act as some kind of dispensable appendage?

"Master said that they are just thinking about it. In the end, whether they dare or not, whether they can succeed or not, is still far away. Jiulian Sect is not a lamb to be slaughtered by others. Besides, although they are powerful, we are not weak either... ..." Xuan Chimei no longer looked silly and sweet at this time, her eyes were calm: "In fact, this kind of thing has happened many times before, but this time all parties performed it more deeply."

After sending Xuan Chimei back to Jiulian Sect, Chen Huaisheng couldn't help laughing at himself on the way back, saying that he still underestimated others.

Maybe Xuan Chimei is tilted towards her feelings, but she is definitely not a little girl blinded by feelings, and with the wisdom she shows, Chen Huaisheng doesn't believe that the other party will become an idiot emotionally. sweet.

Not even a single sentence was mentioned about the Chonghua Sect. It was not until the last time he left that Xuan Chimei reminded herself that she could perform well in the Taoist Association, both for the Chonghua Sect and for herself.

Of course Chen Huaisheng understands that he is a member of the Chonghua sect, but for himself, this sentence is profound and rich in meaning.

You can understand that if you perform well in Taoist competitions, you will be more popular among the Chonghua sect in the future.

But Chen Huaisheng felt that it might have another meaning. If the Chonghua Sect failed or ceased to exist, he could also use this performance to gain better opportunities.

Chen Huaisheng didn't ask Xuan Chimei this question, and he wouldn't get the answer if he did.

Perhaps Jiulian Sect is considering this question, but the final answer is not certain, and it may even be influenced by various performances in the Taoist Association.

But for Chen Huaisheng, is it a good thing for the Chonghua Sect to destroy him and enter the Jiulian Sect?

A bereaved dog, someone is willing to accompany him. If he doesn't abandon him, the feeling of becoming his adoptive father will probably be uncomfortable. If he had a choice, Chen Huaisheng would rather not choose this path.

It's just that some roads may not be within his control. Thinking of this, Chen Huaisheng couldn't help but sigh.

As the saying goes, weakness is the original sin, so seizing every opportunity and time to improve your strength, and even making progress before attending the meeting, is the top priority.

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