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Chapter 92 Arrival in Jiangdu
Chapter 92 Arrival in Jiangdu
"So, Young Master Sheng didn't do anything with Miss Bai that night. He was just deceiving the old woman so that she would lead us to the secret room."
Having been away from Niugen Village for some time, Shangguan Hong suddenly realized what was happening and asked the above question.
Sheng Wansong nodded sincerely, "Of course nothing happened that night. You underestimate me. How could I be so fast?"
"I just had Miss Bai make a couple of convincing calls to fool that old woman."
Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Shangguan Hong smiled and looked at Ouyang Xue, "That's wonderful, Miss Ouyang."
Ouyang Xue turned her face away and said nonchalantly, "Whether something happened or not is none of my business."
As the saying goes, "He says one thing but does another."
Although Ouyang Xue said she didn't care, a hint of undisguised joy still showed on her face.
After a while, she looked worried again.
"The Central Plains are currently in turmoil. Miss Bai is still young and has no martial arts skills to protect her. Will it be dangerous for her to embark on this journey alone?"
Sheng Wansong wasn't worried, though. "Her father will protect her."
"Furthermore, I also gave her protective items, enough to keep her safe."
Only after hearing this did the two feel relieved.
They continued along the main road, and this time they did not encounter any strange villages, and successfully arrived in Yangzhou.
The ancient Yangzhou was not the future city of Yangzhou, but one of the Nine Provinces, located in the southeastern region south of the Huai River.
Yangzhou Prefecture is a land of plenty. Compared to the ruins along the way, one can gradually see fertile fields and beautiful scenery, with men working hard in the fields.
But rich and fertile lands are often easy targets for covetousness.
Once the rising rebel forces have established themselves, they will surely attack Yangzhou for money and food. The current peace will be the last peaceful days for Yangzhou.
Yangzhou is not only prosperous, but also a vital transportation hub for both waterways and land routes.
The Yuan army, which has already entered the pass, will certainly not let go of this strategically important place.
The group traveled deep into Yangzhou and arrived at its capital, Jiangdu.
Starting from Jiangdu, the journey is about the same whether you're heading to Qingmu Painting Boat or Tianmen Mountain.
"This time, there's no need to stay at an inn."
Ouyang Xue stood under the city gate of Jiangdu with a warm smile on her face and said, "Jiangdu is the hub of water transport. For the convenience of business, Mingjian Manor has acquired a lot of assets here, and Jiangdu is home to the largest branch of Mingjian Manor."
"I only need to inform the branch headquarters, and then I can use the property here."
"As expected of the young lady!"
Sheng Wansong and Shangguan Hong clapped repeatedly.
When An Lan saw this, she clapped her hands perfunctorily twice.
The three women gazed expectantly at Ouyang Xue, causing the refined young lady's face to flush red. "I'll have the best manor prepared!"
She turned around to lead the way, but then suddenly remembered that she had never been to Yangzhou before.
Everything I know comes from what my father and brother told me.
They had no idea what Jiangdu City looked like or where the branch of Mingjian Manor was located.
What should I do?
Should we take the three of them wandering around and try our luck? Or should we tell them the truth?
While still pondering, Ouyang Xue had already taken a step.
My Famous Sword Manor is renowned far and wide, ranking among the six major sects of the martial arts world. People always mention it, or my disciples visit it.
If you just follow them or find an opportunity to ask, you'll eventually find it.
Ouyang Xue was somewhat undeterred, and driven by a stubborn streak, she resolutely took the first step.
then.
sunset.
Shangguan Hong asked with a smile, "Xiaoxue, are we not there yet?"
"Don't rush."
Sheng Wansong smiled slightly, opened his paper fan and fanned himself for the first time in a long time, "Jiangdu is so big, and we've only gone less than halfway."
Both of them clearly saw through it, but neither of them gave Ouyang Xue a way out, instead taking pleasure in her panic.
As Ouyang Xue walked, she gradually lost her confidence, her face flushed red, and she murmured softly, "Actually..."
"I've never been to Jiangdu before."
"Um?"
Both of the sharp-eared and sharp-eyed martial artists temporarily lost their hearing and did not hear Ouyang Xue's words clearly.
The two of them turned to the side, turning their ears toward Ouyang Xue.
"you!"
Ouyang Xue was furious, but she couldn't do anything about the two of them, so she could only stomp her feet in frustration.
Just then, two martial arts practitioners carrying brand-new swords walked around the corner.
"The superior swords and sabers of Mingjian Manor are indeed extraordinary, much better than the best swords in my hometown village."
After the two walked past, the blush on Ouyang Xue's face had faded, and she said in a calm tone, "We'll be there soon."
She turned and walked around the corner, and soon found the branch of the Famous Sword Manor.
To be precise, it is a three-story street-side shop.
The Liang Dynasty valued martial prowess, so it did not prohibit the sale of swords, only armor.
The first floor of this shop in Mingjian Villa is filled with a dazzling array of eighteen kinds of weapons, the sharp, cold light reflected from their blades sending chills down one's spine.
Ouyang Xue walked into the shop and, without waiting for the shop assistant to come forward and ask, directly took out a token.
The servant immediately stood up straight upon seeing this.
"Summon your manager to see me."
Before long, hurried footsteps echoed down the stairs, and a middle-aged man with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes rushed down.
"Miss Xue, I didn't expect you to leave the manor."
As dusk approached, Ouyang Xue didn't exchange many pleasantries. "Long time no see, Uncle Tong."
"My friend and I need to stay in Jiangdu temporarily. Please help us arrange a suitable place to stay."
Ouyang Tong laughed heartily, "I didn't expect Miss Xue to have friends too."
"I have just purchased a fine estate, which I haven't stayed at yet. You can rest here."
He took out the key, handed it to Ouyang Xue, and then asked the servant beside him to lead the way. He apologized to Ouyang Xue, saying, "I have a major client with me discussing business, so I won't accompany you, Miss Xue."
"I will pay a visit tomorrow."
After the four people thanked him and left, Ouyang Tong returned to the reception room on the third floor.
The man sitting at the table, with long, curly hair and a felt hat, was groping for a curved knife with his rough hands.
It was a man from the Abyss!
"The blacksmiths of Mingjian Manor are indeed worthy of their reputation. Their craftsmanship in forging weapons for my Yuan Kingdom is even superior to that of the craftsmen of my Yuan Kingdom."
Ouyang Tong smiled slightly and sat down opposite him. "Three thousand heavy armors, five thousand strong bows, and one hundred thousand spears can be prepared in just three months."
"As for this scimitar, it will be given to General Tuoba as a gift."
The general of Yuan Kingdom readily accepted, and wore the scimitar on his back, saying, "This is the deposit."
He opened the cloth belt on his body, and more than a dozen crudely made gold nuggets rolled out from it.
Before leaving, he asked, "You are a citizen of Liang, yet you intend to sell these weapons to our Yuan army?"
"I'm just a businessman."
Ouyang Tong's smile remained unchanged. "Liang Kingdom belongs to the Zhu family, not to our Ouyang family."
"Weapons can be sold to anyone who wants to buy them and can afford the price."
Tuoba Ying gave Ouyang Tong a deep look, put on a large cloak to conceal his presence, and walked out of the famous sword shop.
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