In the courtyard, Shan Fang's face suddenly darkened as she walked out of the living room. She kicked the snow piled up against the wall with her embroidered shoes as if to vent her hatred, and loudly scolded the maid who was cleaning the snow in the courtyard. The harsh words were sharp, and Shan Fang knew that Shan Wuju and his wife in the room would definitely hear them. Then, Shan Fang took her son Shan Yiwu and turned around to leave, not even taking a second look at the hem of her skirt that was soaked in snow. A big man in brocade clothes followed. From the time he entered the house to the time he left the house, Shan Fang's husband-in-law never spoke a single word except for a few words of auspiciousness when he kowtowed in greetings. … "The family is unfortunate." As Shan Fang left, Shan Wuju showed a rare look of loneliness on his face. He stared blankly at the entrance hall. Over the past few decades, this newly built mansion had become yellowed and dilapidated. Moss and ivy sprout from the bottom of the courtyard wall that is less exposed to the sun. There are also a few yellowing weeds wrapped around the dry ivy... Shan Wuju moved his eyes slightly and saw several sections of corridor guardrails with paint peeling off. The wood inside them was black and rotten.
This old house was supposed to be a testament to the family's continued prosperity for nearly a hundred years. It was enough to show off to the ancestors after death and become the envy of the people in the countryside... But at this moment in the solo martial arts competition, there was no joy in my heart. "Master, I'm leaving first." Wei Tu saw this scene and knew that he shouldn't stay here now, so he bowed and said goodbye. Shan Wuju nodded and agreed. ——The family reunited on New Year's Day, and Wei Tu was an outsider, so it really wasn't appropriate to stay here for a long time. A disciple is not a biological son after all. … Walk out of the living room. Wei Tu took a few breaths of the air-conditioning outside the room, and the coldness seeping into his chest from his nostrils made him wake up. Just now, when he said those words, he was also struggling in his heart. After all, he was relying on others at this moment, and it was not always good to say rejection. But deep down in his heart, he really didn't want to be someone else's slave anymore - on the day of redemption, he thought of two options, besides taking the martial arts exam, there was also the path of a swordsman. He and Xinghua collected enough money to redeem the deed that was stored in the Li family. In the Shan family, he didn't want to sign an invisible contract to lock himself firmly here. "There's still more than a month." Wei Tu looked up at the snowflakes flying in the wind and walked towards his room. What happened today was just a small episode, and he would not delay his future because of it. Health-preserving power. Tiger and crane double-shaped fist. He will continue to practice. …
Ten days later. Shan Fang found an excuse and left the Shan family with her son Shan Yiwu and her husband. When he left, he took away a good horse from the single house stable according to the previous agreement. A few more days passed. Shan Yangong and Shan Min also left Shanzhai, but unlike Shan Fang, Shan Yangong said hello to Wei Tu when he left, and asked Wei Tu to stay at his house when he went to Fucheng to take the imperial examination. ,You are Welcome. To this, Wei Tu agreed. He doesn't like to see Shan Fang, but that doesn't mean he doesn't like to see Shan Yangong. If possible, he also wants to "restore old friendship" with the Shan family. He has never forgotten Shan Wuju's kindness in teaching him. … time flies. finally. In February of the 24th year of Qing'an, the martial arts examination in Qingshan County was approaching. Wei Tu bid farewell to Shan Wuju and prepared to leave the Shan family to take the martial arts examination. However. Just when Wei Tu picked up his luggage and just walked out of Shan's courtyard, Shan Wuju rode out and stopped Wei Tu. "In the martial arts examination, there is horse shooting, but if you don't have a horse you are used to, how can you get good results?" Shan Wuju dismounted and threw the reins of the green horse in his hand to Wei Tu. "I know you don't want to be greedy for my Shan family's wealth. I will lend you this green horse and return it after you finish the exam." "But by then, once you have achieved fame, you may be able to buy this horse." Shan Wuju said with a smile on his face. Listen to this. Wei Tu hesitated for a while, nodded, and tightened the reins in his right hand, agreeing to Shan Wuju's proposal. In the Shan family, he is not that open-minded, and he will not deliberately refuse the daily necessities provided by the maid. It's just that... war horses are still too precious. He redeemed himself with only 8 taels of silver. This green horse, in terms of value, is equivalent to more than ten strong servants like him who are skilled in one skill. Naturally, he did not dare to accept this precious thing easily, but the martial arts examination was too critical. It would not be good if the lack of a familiar horse would affect the competition and make a small loss. "I know that our master and disciple have a grudge because I am such a girl." Shan Wuju walked up to Wei Tu and patted Wei Tu on the shoulder.
Then, he scolded: "But you and I, warriors, how can we be so petty and petty? How can we not be happy?" "When you come back after your success, master will give you a banquet and wine. You and I, master and disciple, will drink wine from big bowls and eat meat from big bowls. Go and see the women and children." His words were rough and powerful, and his voice was like a bell. It made Wei Tu, who was standing in front of him, itchy his eardrums and almost became temporarily deaf. "It's Master..." After a half-breath, Wei Tu regained his composure. He glanced at Shan Wuju and replied with a smile. More than half a year has passed. Shan Wuju seemed to be more than ten years older, and he had a lot more gray hair on his temples. Although he was still strong, he was much different from Wei Tu when he first met. After finishing speaking, Wei Tu bowed deeply to Shan Wuju again, then got on his horse and rode the green Cong horse he sat down on to leave the river where Shanjiazhai was located. They drove about seven or eight miles. Wei Tu's riding speed slowly slowed down, and he sighed softly, recalling Shan Wuju's words just now. He is not a pure martial artist. Practicing martial arts, practicing martial arts, and participating in martial arts competitions are all his efforts to transcend class. However, if he could forget what happened before after having a drink with Shan Wuju, he would be willing to do so. "I wonder if Xinghua and I's future children will be like Shan Fang..." "If that's the case, I'm afraid I'm helpless." Wei Tu shook his head, suppressed the distracting thoughts in his heart, then flicked his riding whip and walked away. … Return to Aoki County. Wei Tu planned to find an inn and rent a room first, and then keep the green horses in the inn's stables until the martial arts examination would start in a few days. now. He is no longer the Li family's stable boy, and it would not be appropriate for him to stay with the Li family again. But as soon as Wei Tu walked into an inn, he was shocked by the price quoted by the shop. The rental fee for each room has increased several times compared to before. Even the price of a firewood shed is several times the price of a house in the past. Hear the store's explanation. Only then did Wei Tu remember that a few days ago it was the Wenju County Examination, and many Confucian scholars from Qingmu County and Township had gone to the county seat to take part in the imperial examination. at this time. It was a time when it was hard to find a room in the inn. "The county examination is divided into a main examination and three subsidiary examinations." "Yesterday, the group case (list) was posted at the county government office. In three days, the sub-examination of the county examination will be held, and many candidates will be eliminated."
"The price will be cheaper then..." "Would you like to rent it first?" The shopkeeper continued. Listen to this. Wei Tu shook his head, walked out of the inn, turned around and led his horse towards Li's house, planning to stay at Li's house for a few nights. He already owed Li Yaozu a favor, so it wouldn't be a big deal if he owed another small favor at this time. Thank you to Rising Power for the 100 starting coin reward, and for the 100 starting coin reward for Beacon Fire City Kill.