UGB Chapter 44 Miss Huo 2: I want to become a disciple of Mount Hua!
Chapter 44 Miss Huo 2: I want to become a disciple of Mount Hua!
After noon, a group of more than 30 people from Weixin Escort Agency left the city gate and headed west.
Li Che rode his horse in the middle of the procession, glanced back at the two large characters "Luoyang" above the gate, then looked down and landed at the back of the procession.
When we arrived, the axle was stuck in the ground, and when we left, it didn't seem much lighter.
The carriage was piled with all sorts of items, including several pots of large, brightly blooming peonies, though it was unclear whether they could adapt to the soil and water of Guanzhong.
These rough men had enjoyed themselves for two days, and their backs were no longer as straight as when they arrived. Now that they were heading home, they knew to settle down and were buying some new gadgets for their families.
After traveling several miles, they saw Old Zhao's carriage and horse carriage again.
Li Che raised an eyebrow and saw several constables in black robes and carrying swords walking in the courtyard. Three corpses were laid side by side in the courtyard, and an old man with a hunchback and gray clothes was examining something, presumably the coroner.
It's normal that the carriages and horses were spotted early on the official road.
However, in this world, feuds and killings are commonplace. If the government were to intervene, they would likely be facing a mountain of debts.
I reckon that once the wound is verified, they will definitely send someone to the Songshan Sect. I wonder how Master Zuo will deal with it.
Li Che glanced at it once and then looked away. After walking another hundred feet, he suddenly felt something and stared intently to the south.
A figure emerges from the craggy rocks amidst the dense forest.
That night she wore a black robe and veil, but now she is veiled in white gauze and dressed in a moon-white outfit.
Their eyes met, and although they were several dozen feet apart, Li Che could feel the bone-chilling coldness in Miss Ren's eyes.
His gaze slid down to her empty hands, then he raised an eyebrow and moved his hand up, waving goodbye with a smile, his sincerity evident.
Li had excellent eyesight and clearly saw the white veil fluttering several times. He guessed it was because of the sultry early summer heat, and certainly not because of anger.
"Brothers, hurry up, don't miss the time to find an inn in town."
"Haha, the head镖师 is right. If we have money, who the hell would sleep in the middle of nowhere?"
"The Wang family of the Golden Knife is truly generous. Next time there's a business like this, the镖头 (bodyguard/escort) shouldn't forget about us."
"..."
At the same time, a procession of carriages and horses arrived at the foot of Mount Hua.
More than 20 people were guarding three large trucks, each with three large boxes securely tied to it.
The men around him were all dressed in blue, tight-fitting clothes. They were all tall and strong, with steel whips at their waists and octagonal iron plaques hanging from the sides of their horses. Their imposing presence was awe-inspiring as they rode.
The lead carriage had two corner flags raised high on either side, with a "thousand-pound" weight on the left and a steel whip and iron plaque on the right.
Manor Lord Huo Quan, mounted on his horse, turned his head and glanced sideways at his daughter beside him, his expression rather enigmatic.
Miss Huo was still dressed in a red outfit. As Mount Hua approached, the corners of her mouth that were about to turn up were glared at by her father and she was forced to smile back.
"Dad, why are you glaring at me? Wasn't it you who wanted me to become a disciple of the Huashan Sect? You've changed your mind in just a few years."
"How can that be the same?!"
Old Huo was so angry at his own daughter's words that he nearly blurted out, "Did you do that to become her apprentice?!"
Five days ago, Miss Huo, the female knight-errant of Chang'an, led her team back with a full load of loot.
Old Master Huo praised him to his face, but behind closed doors he would give him a good scolding.
After his anger subsided and he listened to the explanation, Old Huo felt that something was amiss.
A small amount of money is insignificant, and it is no surprise that Li Xian's martial arts skills are so high and his actions so decisive.
But why does that brat keep mentioning "Senior Brother Li" in every sentence she speaks?!
Old Huo glanced at his daughter, seeing that she looked perfectly normal and showed no signs of distress. But as someone who had been through it all, how could he not know the saying, "Suddenly, rain falls on the empty steps all night, shattering the banana leaves without one even noticing"?
This foolish daughter probably doesn't even realize her own subtle thoughts.
"Sigh~" Old Huo sighed, a sense of annoyance rising in his heart.
Although Brother Yue's letter only mentioned one sentence: "I will bring Che'er and Shan'er to visit you another day."
The deeper meaning behind his words is already evident; it seems that this apprentice will become the son-in-law sooner or later.
Old Master Huo wanted to refuse, but Miss Huo the Second brought up Old Madam Huo to put pressure on him, leaving the dutiful Master Huo in a difficult position.
He turned to look at his daughter. She was very beautiful and had a spirited air about her. Apart from being a bit hot-tempered, single-minded, and speaking in a somewhat rough manner, not knowing how to do needlework, and not liking to read... what else was she lacking compared to others?
"Girl, have you thought this through?"
Huo Shiyu nodded firmly, and then said seriously, "Although our family's steel whip and iron plate skills are quite famous, I can't train with their muscles. My hands hurt from swinging those heavy steel whips."
Father, you're right. I've thought it through, and I still need to practice swordsmanship. You don't know, back then, Senior Brother Li..."
"Alright, alright." Old Huo waved his hand impatiently, then said seriously, "It's not difficult for your uncle to accept you, but the Huashan Sect is the leader of the righteous path, and its reputation is widespread."
This isn't home. Now that you're married into the family, don't act like a spoiled princess, and don't take advantage of your father's influence to act arrogantly.
Your uncle-in-law is a gentleman and an elder, so he won't hold it against you. But if I find out, without your uncle-in-law even saying a word, I'll personally come and take you back!
"They just look down on people," Miss Huo muttered to herself, then quickly replied, "I understand, Father!"
The road to Mount Hua was treacherous and difficult to traverse, so the group dismounted as soon as they reached the foot of the mountain.
Two burly men, carrying a suitcase, trudged up the mountain.
As they reached the mountainside, several people hurried up to greet them, the leader of whom was Yue Buqun and his wife Ning Zhongze.
"Why didn't you tell me before you came, Brother Huo? I could have been prepared."
Ning Zhongze greeted Huo Shiyu first, laughing, "Little Huo, you wouldn't come to Mount Hua last time, how come you're willing to leave Chang'an this time?"
Huo Quan was about to reply when his daughter suddenly knelt down, saying, "Disciple Huo Shiyu greets Master and Mistress!"
Huo Quan: "..."
Yue and Ning exchanged a glance, paused for a moment, and then Yue Buqun asked, "Brother Huo, what is this...?"
"Sigh—!" Old Huo glanced at his daughter with disdain, then cupped his hands and smiled, "Brother Yue, this matter... can't be explained in a few words."
The two old brothers looked at each other, then at Huo Shiyu kneeling down to become his disciple, and felt a cool breeze in the mountains.
Ning Zhongze bent down to help Huo Shiyu up, but the girl was very stubborn and resisted with her strength, as if she would not get up until she was accepted as a disciple.
"Young Huo, your uncle-in-law has been interested in taking you into his family for several years now. If you want to become a disciple, you have to go to the Righteousness Hall. Your father and his brothers have come from afar, how can we leave them here? Come on, let's go up the mountain with your master's wife."
Upon receiving confirmation, Miss Huo immediately beamed with joy. She respectfully kowtowed to express her gratitude, then turned and took Ning Zhongze's arm.
Yue and Huo led the way, while the Huashan disciples busied themselves helping the men of Qianjin Village.
Yue Buqun said with slight dissatisfaction, "Brother Huo, you've come all this way, why bring these mundane things? Take them back with you when you leave."
Our friendship is that of gentlemen; it's pointless to let this stench of money tarnish our bond.
"Oh dear, Brother Yue, you've misunderstood me this time. It was your good apprentice who arranged all these things, and our Qianjin Manor has benefited quite a bit for nothing."
Seeing Yue Buqun's expression darken, Huo Quan quickly said, "Brother Yue, don't overthink it. Don't you know Young Hero Li's character? He's made quite a name for himself this time. I'll tell you the details later."
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