The prince is very fierce

The Black City between thousands of miles of yellow sand is the northern hub of the Western Region Commercial Road. It is far opposite to Suzhou City and has similar geographical environment and functions. The two countries built these two large cities in the northwest wilderness near the Western Region. In addition to expanding their territory, the main reason was to ensure the smooth flow of trade routes. Whoever lost them would basically lose control of the various tribes in the Western Region.

It is easier to enter the customs from Shazhou and Guazhou, and the richness of the Central Plains spreads far and wide. Most business travelers still go from Suzhou City, and only about 30% of people enter Northern Qi from Heicheng.

However, during the autumn harvest season, even if there were only 30% of the caravans, it was still a huge number based on the scale of the two countries. On the commercial road outside the Black City, the end of the caravan and camel caravan could not be seen at a glance. There were caravans setting up tents and camping on the spot along the way. The cavalry of the Northern Qi Dynasty patrolled along the way to ensure the safety of the caravans and carefully maintained this road. A vital lifeline.

In the early autumn night, merchants gathered in the black city, because Northern Qi was driven out of the Central Plains. At first glance, except that the men all had disheveled hair, it was actually no different from Suzhou City. The architectural layout of Prince Zuo's residence in the center of the Black City is directly in the Jiangnan style, with white walls and green tiles, verandahs and pavilions, and a strong sense of homesickness everywhere.

On the branches above the moon, the lights in the dark city are brightly lit, like a bright pearl in the sea of ​​sand.

Cars and horses gathered on the street outside Prince Zuo's residence. Countless generals and squires came to the door with gift boxes. Even Northern Qi State sent envoys to celebrate Prince Zuo Jiang Nu's forty-eighth birthday. Twelve years are a cycle, and forty-eight years old is considered a longevity in this world.

At this time, guests gathered in the palace, maids and servants were walking back and forth, and guards were patrolling the outside. In a courtyard where the guests of the outer house lived, several people were sitting in the teahouse. Among them was a young man with a long sword on his back. He had a feminine appearance and long hair shawl. It was Zuo Yezi who was fighting with Xu Buling in the Tai Chi Palace.

The last time Chang'an City was beaten to the ground by the sick Xu Buling, for Zuo Yezi, who had never suffered a defeat since childhood, it was not an exaggeration to describe it as humiliating.

But the strong always know their shame and then act bravely. Zuo Yezi didn't feel any resentment in his heart, he only remembered the ten-year agreement - ten years later he would get back what he had thrown away with his own hands.

After returning to the Northern Qi Dynasty, Zuo Yezi entered the wilderness without any support. He fought with tigers, wolves, and horse bandits for food like an ascetic monk, forcing himself to become stronger little by little. Originally, this experience was going to last for a year, but today, Prince Zuo's birthday, the Northern Qi capital sent envoys over, so he had to come back and show his face.

There were four cups of tea in the teahouse. Opposite Zuo Yezi was a Jianghu man, wearing a Taoist robe and also carrying a long sword wrapped in black cloth.

Zuo Yezi has been to the Central Plains and has some knowledge of the various schools in the Central Plains. The Taoist priest named "Wu You" opposite him does not look like a real Taoist disciple, but rather like a fortune teller who travels around the world pretending to be a magician.

However, he was a guest coming to the palace to visit, so Zuo Yezi naturally didn't want to ask too many questions.

"...Mr. Chen, I leave this matter to you..."

After a while, the closed door next to the teahouse opened, and the two people walked out of the room.

Zuo Yezi raised his eyes and saw that walking in front was Chen Xuan, the first counselor under Prince Zuo. Because he was replaced by King Su a few days ago, Chen Xuan's mental state was not very good, but victory and defeat were common matters for military strategists. Although Jiang Fu scolded Chen Xuan, he did not really punish him. His current status is still very aloof.

Next to Chen Xuan was a middle-aged scribe with a long sword hanging from his waist. He had an aquiline nose and a majestic look. He could barely hear his breathing when he walked. Just by looking at his appearance, Zuo Yezi knew that he was a master with the power of a master in the world. Zuo Yezi had never heard of this person who was reported to be a "constant swordsman". There must be top-secret matters coming from Zhongyuan to visit Prince Zuo, so naturally it was not easy for him to ask.

After Chen Xuan walked out of the room, he sat down next to Zuo Yezi and raised his hand:

"Brother Chang, please sit down. I will report this matter to Prince Zuo later. However, the jade pendant is a family heirloom of the prince. I can't guarantee whether it will be successful or not."

Chang Shijian sat down next to Wu You, a wild Taoist, with a gentle smile:

"This move is mutually beneficial. As long as Mr. Chen is willing to put in a good word, His Royal Highness Prince Zuo will definitely agree. In addition, I have one more thing that I would like to discuss with Mr. Zuo."

Zuo Yezi could see that Chang Shijian was an ordinary man, and he believed in 'the strong are respected', so he nodded politely and said, "Senior, just say it."

Chang Shijian chuckled and turned his head to look at Wu You next to him:

"This is a friend I made this year. I once competed with Chen Daozi, one of the top ten warriors in Wudang. Chen Daozi chased him for 300 miles but couldn't catch up. I can't say his killing power. This Qinggong is probably only King Su’s goalkeeper can match him.”

Zuo Yezi nodded slightly. Anyone who could be worthy of the title of 'Wu Kui', except for the one from the Tang family, was a ruthless person. His resume was indeed impressive.

Chang Shijian chuckled lightly and continued: "The reputation of Zuo Qingqiu, the Northern Qi Imperial Master, is known to everyone in the world. He currently has two apprentices, and the young master is one of them. According to the inheritance of the Imperial Master lineage, I should also take on another apprentice.”

When Zuo Yezi heard this, he sat up a little straighter:

"It's true. Senior brother and I can only be regarded as outstanding people, not geniuses. Master and he have been worried about this matter. I originally had a few candidates in mind, but it's a pity that either others got there first, or they couldn't accept them. After searching for many years, we still can't. I haven’t found a suitable one yet. Could there be someone recommended by the seniors?”

Chang Shijian smiled: "This friend of mine has a niece. I originally planned to teach it myself, but found out that I couldn't teach it, so I asked around and found me. I looked around and found that learning swordsmanship was really a waste of resources, so I went to find Xue Chengzhi , I never thought that Xue Chengzhi had taught me for a few days, but I was too embarrassed to accept it and asked my friend to look for him again. I happened to be visiting Northern Qi, so I stopped by to see if Mr. Zuo was willing to teach him. "

Chen Xuan is a counselor and has no martial arts skills. He was a little confused when he heard this: "It's just teaching an apprentice. Do you need to mobilize troops like this? You don't even dare to teach Dayue's newly promoted Wu Kui?"

Zuo Yezi looked a little serious and said softly: "It's not that I don't dare to teach, but I'm afraid that I won't be able to teach well. It's a priceless jade, but it was carved by a craftsman with poor skills. If he cuts it incorrectly, it will damage the embryo. But the Liuhe Gate There are so many peaches and plums in the world, even Xue Chengzhi has no confidence, and there are probably not many people in the world who can teach him. Is he really that powerful? "

Chang Shijian nodded lightly: "I may have misjudged Xue Chengzhi."

"Senior said so, I will lead the way, I just hope not to disappoint my master."

During the chat, a follower ran over from outside the teahouse:

"Your Majesty is here, please take your seats."

Chen Xuan nodded, got up and took the guests from afar to the main hall of the palace...