Time: 2008-4- 17 14:08:16 Words: 4422
The Five Rats of Xiankong Island were angry, and the three treasures of Kaifeng Prefecture were frightened.
Xiankong Island-
Xiankong Island was not an island, but a group of small islands. The famous Jiangning Five Righteous Ones lived there, also known as the Five Rats. They were:
The eldest was the Sky-drilling Rat Lu Fang;
The second child, Han Zhang, was a gopher.
The third son, Xu Qing, was a mountain rat.
The fourth son turned Jiang Ping over the river rat;
the fifth brother, Brocade Rodent, White Jade Hall.
That's right, they were the five children that Zhan Zhao had met when he was young in the small town of Dongshan under Xiangguo Temple. However, they were all grown up now. The youngest, Bai Yutang, was only a year younger than Zhan Zhao.
On this day, the news of Zhan Zhao being conferred the title of Imperial Cat reached Wu Yi's ears and immediately caused him to be dissatisfied.
"He's a good martial artist, but he insisted on being an official in the court. He's really disgracing all martial artists!”Han Zhang said.
"That's right, it's actually called 'Imperial Cat'!”Xu Qing also grumbled indignantly," We're called rats and he's called cats. He doesn't even take us five rats seriously!”
"With us five rats around, how can he be called a cat?”Jiang Ping waved the feather fan in his hand while fanning the flames. His eyes secretly glanced at Bai Yutang and Lu Fang---Among the five of them, Bai Yutang's martial arts could be said to be the best, and Lu Fang was, after all, the eldest brother, so everything was decided by him.
Seeing Jiang Ping's gaze, Lu Fang sighed. He said,
"Alright, brothers, that Nanxia is willing to enter the palace and be an official is his own business. Moreover, he has always been quite famous in the martial arts world. I think he should not be the kind of person who covets glory. Why should we care about him when he's walking his own path?”
Hearing this, Xu Qing was still unconvinced.""I don't believe it! There are many people who fish for fame in the pugilistic world. Perhaps that Nanxia's reputation was also obtained by him through deception…"
"Alright! Are you guys done?"
Suddenly, a furious shout came from the side, interrupting Xu Qing's unfinished words. Everyone was shocked and looked in the direction of the voice. It was their fifth brother, Bai Yutang.
Originally, Bai Yutang had been listening to his brothers 'discussion and just sat there without saying a word. But now, when he heard Xu Qing's words, he inexplicably felt a little angry. He couldn't tell if what made him angry was the fact that Zhan Zhao had become a royal cat or what his brainless third brother had said. However, at this moment, his peach blossom eyes that were filled with killing intent narrowed, making it impossible to tell that he was happy or angry.
This Xu Qing was really a hothead. When she saw Bai Yutang's anger, she thought that he was angry because Nanxia had become a royal cat. She continued to say fearlessly,
"What, Fifth Brother, you also find it annoying, right? That Zhan Zhao was really too much. Why did he have to call her a cat?! Isn't he…"
"Enough!" Bai Yutang couldn't bear to listen any longer. Without thinking, he flung his sleeves and rushed out of the room, leaving the people in the room staring at each other.
…Fifth Brother, what happened?
……
What's wrong?
Bai Yutang sat in his courtyard with a heart full of worries. He casually grabbed the grass at the side and twisted it into several sections.
How did he know what was wrong with her?!
No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't figure out where these complicated thoughts came from. He thought about it again and again, but he still felt that his mind was in a mess.
Of course, he knew Zhan Zhao. As early as two years ago, when the name of "Southern Hero" had just spread in the martial arts world, he had been inexplicably interested in this person. However, he had always been on good terms with him and had never met him in person. However, he had always heard about Zhan Zhao, and in his heart, he also regarded him as a friend worth making. Who would have thought that there would be news that he had run to the Emperor and become an official today?
People in the martial world would always scoff at the imperial court, let alone enter the officialdom. He, Bai Jadehall, had always been straightforward, and he hated the scheming and deception of officialdom the most. At this moment, the Nanxia that he had always thought he could befriend had actually entered the officialdom. It was impossible to say that he was not angry.
However, at the same time, he was also a little curious-what was that person thinking? Why would he…
He couldn't figure it out, but there was a voice in his heart urging him,"
Go find him and ask him clearly!
His thoughts were in a mess. Since Bai Yutang couldn't figure it out, he couldn't be bothered to think about it. However, he made up his mind.
Go to Bianjing and see what that cat is thinking!
Of course, he did not know that the Zhan Zhao today was the " Huiyun " he knew when he was young.
Fifth Master Bai was a man of his word. The next morning, he left Xiankong Island by boat. By the time his five older brothers discovered him, Fifth Master had already arrived in front of Kaifeng Mansion.
"Imperial cat?" Bai Yutang looked at the plaque of the Kaifeng Mansion and sneered," If the Kaifeng Mansion that he works for lost the three treasures bestowed by the Emperor, I believe that even if there was a huge matter, he would still come to look for Fifth Master!”
That night, after investigating a complicated case, Zhan Zhao, who was lying down exhausted, realized that someone had invaded Kaifeng Prefecture. He immediately got up and chased after them without thinking, but he was too tired to catch them.
He turned around and checked the various items in the residence. He was surprised to find that the three treasures bestowed by the Emperor had been stolen! Zhan Zhao did not dare to delay and reported it to Bao Zheng immediately.
"What is it? The three treasures were stolen?" Hearing Zhan Zhao's report, even Bao Qingtian, who would not change his face even if Mount Tai collapsed in front of him, stood up in shock.
"Guard Zhan, you are familiar with Jianghu matters. Do you know who has the ability to steal the Three Treasures from Kaifeng Prefecture without being discovered?”
" This…" Zhan Zhao seemed to have thought of something, but he couldn't confirm it. He could only answer," I don't know."”
At this time, Gongsun Ce said," Sir, the matter of the Three Treasures is not a trivial matter. In my opinion, it is best to report it to the Emperor first, and then we will do our best to find it."”
"This is the only way!" Bao Zheng sighed helplessly.
……
The next day, when Renzong was informed of the theft of the three treasures, Emperor Renzong was furious and ordered the Kaifeng government to find the three treasures within seven days. Otherwise, everyone in the Kaifeng government would be punished. Bao Zheng pleaded for mercy but failed, so he had to go back to the mansion unhappily.
Not long after Bao Zheng entered the palace, Zhan Zhao, who had stayed in the government office, was attracted to the front door by a figure that suddenly appeared on the wall of the government office.
That person seemed to have done it on purpose. When Zhan Zhao rushed to the door, he saw him sitting on a large coffin, waiting for him leisurely.
"Who are you? Why did you deliberately lead me here?”
Zhan Zhao asked as he held the Great Ravager.
That person was Bai Yutang, who had stolen the three treasures last night. When he heard Zhan Zhao's words, he turned his head leisurely and sized up Zhan Zhao. He had to admit that this " imperial cat " was indeed outstanding. He, Fifth Master Bai, had always thought of himself as a carefree and unrestrained person. There were probably not many people in the world who were stronger than him. But looking at Zhan Zhao's bright red official robe, it did not seem rustic at all. Instead, it made him feel that only he could wear such a tasteful red robe.
In terms of looks, Bai Yutang was already one of the few handsome men in the world, but Zhan Zhao was even more beautiful. It was not appropriate to use this word to describe a man. However, he was really beautiful, not feminine. To be honest, Zhan Zhao's appearance was more gentle and refined. His eyes were as clear as the lake, clear and deep, without any dust.
For a moment, it was difficult for White Jade Hall to associate this person with the dirty public sect.
"With such clear eyes, you actually ran over to become the lackey of the Imperial Court. Zhan Zhao, oh Zhan Zhao, what are you thinking?!”When he came back to his senses, he felt a wave of inexplicable anger in his heart.
"You are that Imperial Cat Zhan Zhao?"
Bai Yutang asked impolitely.
This tone was really unfriendly! Zhan Zhao thought to himself, but he didn't feel offended. He still asked indifferently,"
"That's right. What advice do you have?"
Bai Yutang turned around and suddenly pointed his sword at him. He smiled evilly and said,""Your Fifth Lord is the famous Brocade Rodent White Jade Hall. Of all names, you have to call yourself Imperial Cat. It's obvious that you can't get along with me, the Five Rodents! Fifth Master might as well tell you that I stole the three treasures of your Kaifeng Mansion!”
Hearing this, Zhan Zhao couldn't help but be stunned. Bai Yutang continued,"
"This coffin will be used as a funeral for you by Lord Fifth. He remembered! Lord Five will be waiting for you on Xiankong Island. It's up to you whether you want San Bao or not!”
White Jade Hall? Zhan Zhao thought of the rumors he had heard in Jianghu and immediately knew that this person with a face more beautiful than a woman and a pair of peach blossom eyes full of killing intent was one of the children he had known when he was young. He was the fifth child who had bumped into him, Bai Yutang, who was now known as the Brocade Rodent. He could not help but sigh at the ingenuity of the world.
However, it was obvious that the other party did not recognize him, and he had no intention of mentioning it.
"Brother Bai! How did Kaifeng Prefecture offend the Five Rats? Why did Brother Bai steal my Three Treasures and put Kaifeng Prefecture in a dilemma?”Zhan Zhao asked.
"Offended?" Bai Yutang smiled and waved the sword in his hand, a disdainful smile on his lips. "To be honest, I just can't stand your hypocritical behavior! Hence, he came here today to see what kind of person the famous Imperial Cat was.”As he spoke, he deliberately sized Zhan Zhao up and shook his head in disdain." Now it seems that you're just so-so!"”
This person was definitely here to pick a fight!
Zhan Zhao was helpless. When he thought of how he had stolen San Bao, his heart tightened.
No matter what, it was better to take back the three treasures now so that the emperor would not blame him and harm him!
With a thought, Zhan Zhao's Great Ravager followed suit. Who knew that White Jade Hall was already prepared. The painting in his hand turned and easily blocked Zhan Zhao's sword. Then, the two of them exchanged a few moves in front of Kaifeng Prefecture.
In the end, neither of them had the intention to continue fighting here. Bai Yutang took advantage of Zhan Zhaoyi's momentum to retreat suddenly. At the same time, he kicked the coffin beside him into the inner courtyard of Kaifeng Prefecture and laughed.
"Zhan Yumao, Lord Five is waiting for you at Xiankong Island. If you want to retrieve the three treasures, come to Xiankong Island and find me!”
As he spoke, Bai Yutang suddenly flipped over and floated away.
"White Jade Hall, you!" Zhan Zhao was caught off guard and watched him leave. He could not help but sigh in annoyance and return to the residence.
"Big Brother Zhan, who is that person?" Dynasty, one of the four pillars, asked.
"Let's talk when we get back!" Zhan Zhao said," By the way, is Sir back?”
"Not yet…"
……
In the coffin, Zhan Zhao found a note written in a flamboyant manner:
I've come today to borrow the Three Treasures,
for the time being, I'll take him back to the island.
If the chivalrous man of the south comes to Lu Manor,
The imperial cat couldn't run away.
Looking at the illegible handwriting, Zhan Zhao could only smile bitterly. His gaze fell on the words "imperial cat" at the end of the sentence, and an inexplicable bitterness suddenly rose in his heart.
" Imperial cat…Is it really hard for someone to understand me…"
When Bao Zheng returned to the residence, Zhan Zhao told him what had happened today. Finally, he said,
"This subordinate thinks that since that White Jade Hall came for this subordinate, this matter is this subordinate's responsibility. Sir, can you allow me to go to Xiankong Island and bring back the three treasures and the White Jade Hall?”
Bao Zheng nodded. Guard Zhan, the Emperor has given the Kaifeng Prefecture seven days. Guard Zhan must go and return as soon as possible. It is best to be careful!”
"Zhan Zhao understands!" Zhan Zhaowei bowed slightly." It's just that, Your Excellency, I don't think that Bai Jadehall is a wicked person. I hope that Your Excellency will be lenient and not make things difficult for him."”
"Guard Zhan, don't worry. If that White Jade Hall is really like what you said, I will not make things difficult for him.”Bao Zheng promised.
Back in his room, Zhan Zhao recalled his childhood and couldn't help but smile from the bottom of his heart.
Getting to know Bai Jadehall and the other five was one of his pathetically few childhood memories. She didn't expect that thirteen years later, she would meet him in such a way.
"Brother Bai, I hope you won't disappoint me!”
It was rare for him to have an inexplicable sense of anticipation in his heart.
" But, perhaps I have already disappointed you…"
But no matter what, Zhan Zhao had made up his mind. No matter what the outcome of this trip was, he had to protect this old friend of his. As for why, it was probably because of a feeling of mutual appreciation!
After packing his things, Zhan Zhao set off for Xiankong Island in the afternoon in order not to waste any more time. He didn't know that what awaited him was the official reincarnation of fate…
(End of Chapter 5)
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