Embers of Sword

Chapter 113 Ten Years, Sealed Years
The carriage jolted.

Jiang Qihu didn't bother to be polite with Xie Xuanyi. After entering the mountain gate, he got directly into the carriage.

The carriage was cramped and the place was small.

After the stupid tiger came up, Jiang Huang was forced to move to another place.

"You're still comfortable here."

Jiang Qihu smiled and squeezed together with Jiang Huang. "On Zhenyin Peak, a bunch of big shots squeezed together to drink tea. Jiang hates crowded places the most in his life. In that kind of place, it's like sitting on pins and needles. It's not comfortable to stay there for a moment longer."

I saw it last time I visited the Tide Viewing Pavilion.

Over the years, Jiang Qihu has remained the same and is not good at socializing. Although he works in the imperial city, he still maintains a "childlike heart" under the guidance of the library.

"So you came to the mountain gate to look for me?"

Xie Xuanyi sighed.

"This is in accordance with Mr. Jingzun's orders."

Jiang Qihu said sternly, "Xie Junior Brother, you don't have to be polite. You and I are old acquaintances from Qingzhou, and we are fellow scholars in the library... Since you have come to Dasui to participate in the Sword Qi Ceremony, I will naturally support you."

"Thank you, Junior Brother?"

Xie Xuanyi rubbed his eyebrows, quite surprised by the title.

"good."

Jiang Qihu smiled innocently and said, "The master ordered that you should enter Dasui as a 'bookkeeper' this time. If anyone asks, I will be responsible for covering for you. So I will take advantage of you being called Junior Brother, so as to avoid suspicion from others."

Xie Xuanyi smiled bitterly.

He already understood.

In fact, before Ruyi Ling's communication, Chen Jingxuan had already made full preparations.

What is the biggest trouble I will face when entering Dasui Sword Palace?
Identity.

He needs an identity, both in the open and in the dark.

The two words "Xie Zhen" are not enough.

This young man's name, which appeared in the Qingzhou case file for no reason, had already been investigated once by all the royal families of the Da Chu Dynasty.

If it weren’t for the library backing it up.

It was not that Chen Jingxuan fabricated a case file that looked so real.

Then he would definitely not have such a peaceful time during this period.

"Senior Brother Jiang."

Xie Xuanyi shouted honestly and sighed: "...Thank you for taking care of me during this period of time."

There is such an identity as a disciple of the library.

It is indeed much more convenient!
"You're welcome, but when there's no one around, you and I can still address each other casually like we do in Qingzhou."

Jiang Qihu coughed and said with a smile: "Thank you, brother. Forgive me for my poor eyesight. I didn't realize that... you hid it so deeply."

"Ok?"

Xie Xuanyi raised his eyebrows slightly.

"The gentleman told me implicitly."

Jiang Qihu glanced at Jiang Huang and carefully transmitted his voice: "You came to Dasui Sword Palace this time to investigate the case in the library."

"Investigating the case?"

Xie Xuanyi was slightly speechless, and then asked: "Did your master tell you what case he was investigating this time?"

"Brother Xie, you don't have to pretend. I know the rules. Since the gentleman has entrusted this case to you, Jiang will definitely assist you with all his efforts and will not ask anything that he shouldn't ask."

Jiang Qihu shook his head and said seriously, "The teacher also said that the library is the largest 'private school' in the world, and it teaches everyone, and it is not considered a family power. No matter which disciple, as long as they are willing, they can leave the library at any time. So even though Brother Xie has the name of the library, he does not have to worry. Just go ahead and fight for the qualification to enter the Lotus Peak and the identity of the 'new master' of Xuanshui Dongtian."

This means you have already thought of all the reasons and titles for yourself.

"That's... very good."

Xie Xuanyi held his forehead and sighed.

Chen Jingxuan was too thoughtful, he just served the rice and fed it to his mouth...

Such good intentions should not be wasted.

"Master Jiang, do you know the master of Lotus Peak, Huang Su?"

In that case, Xie Xuanyi was no longer polite and asked directly.

"Huang Su, do you want to see her?" Jiang Qihu raised his eyebrows.

Xie Xuanyi nodded.

"Tsk, tsk."

"This person has a bad temper, is hot-tempered, keeps to herself, and looks down on everyone. It's not easy to meet her."

Jiang Qihu changed the subject and said with a smile, "But you are lucky. I have known her for many years. If we just arrange to meet, it shouldn't be a problem."

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After a moment, the carriage stopped.

Dasui Sword Palace covers an area of one hundred miles. In addition to six main peaks, there are nearly a hundred auxiliary peaks of various sizes.

The residence that Zhenyin Peak prepared for Jiang Qihu this time was an exquisite mansion built halfway up the mountain. It was in a quiet and uninhabited area.

“This mountain has beautiful scenery and abundant vitality.”

Jiang Qihu stood in front of the mansion, looking at the distant mountains and clouds, and sighed softly: "No wonder they say that Dasui Sword Palace is a paradise on earth. If I could build a hut here to practice, I would definitely live many more years... It's a pity that you never came here."

Xie Xuanyi paid the small change, settled Jiang Huang, and then came to Jiang Qihu's side.

"Master Jiang, how is the matter going?"

Jiang Qihu's interest in enjoying the scenery suddenly disappeared.

He sighed and took out a sword tassel: "I dare not delay your meeting with Huang Su for even a moment."

"how?"

When Xie Xuanyi saw the stupid tiger's appearance, he knew that things were not going well.

"This yellow-haired girl has become quite capable."

Jiang Qihu gritted his teeth, "You actually ignored my summons. You really don't take the Jiang family seriously... I'll file a complaint with you soon."

Upon hearing this, Xie Xuanyi remained calm on the surface, but smiled slightly in his heart.

Huang Su's personality has not changed either.

As arrogant as ever.

However... based on my understanding of her back then, there is still someone in this huge Sword Palace who can convince her.

Sister Jiang Qihu, the one from Yuping Peak, is one of them.

"But don't worry, things are still under control."

Jiang Qihu smiled proudly: "I contacted Junior Brother Si Qi from Zhenyin Peak and asked him to convey your intention to meet him."

"Oh?"

"Junior Brother Si Qi said that Huang Su is now in charge of Lotus Peak, and Dasui Sword Palace is opening. Many dignitaries have come, so today is special... She can't leave for the time being."

As Jiang Qihu spoke, he observed Xie Zhen's expression.

I noticed that Xie Zhen's expression remained the same as always, without any change, and there was no sign of disappointment at all.

He sighed and told everything: "But Si Qi also said that after Huang Su heard about the incident at the mountain gate, he found it very interesting and said that he would come to visit after he finished his trivial matters." The misunderstanding at the mountain gate.

Now it has spread throughout the Dasui Sword Palace.

Most people just treat this as a joke...

Especially those big shots who are sitting in Zhenyin Peak drinking tea at this moment, I wonder what kind of smiles they will make.

The Xie family of Jiangning worked so hard to build momentum, but in the end, the Crown Prince's huge chariot with dragon horses turned out to be a wedding dress for a tattered carriage.

What a great momentum.

All of them were married to Xie Zhen.

"……understood."

After listening to this, Xie Xuanyi understood the meaning of Si Qi's message.

The misunderstanding at the mountain gate caused a large part of the public's attention, which was originally supposed to be focused on Prince Jiangning, to be drawn to himself.

His every move and every word will be noticed.

this moment.

If Huang Su left Zhenyin Peak and came directly to visit, it would probably cause more controversy.

"Xie Junior Brother, where are we going?"

Jiang Qihu watched Xie Zhen leave and couldn't help but walk with him for a few steps.

"I'm going to walk down the mountain alone."

Xie Xuanyi said calmly: "I have heard of the Sword Palace for a long time. Now that I am here, why shouldn't I take a look?"

Jiang Qihu said anxiously: "Xie brother, you have a special status now..."

Xie Xuanyi patted the hat on his head and waved his hand, indicating that there was no need to see him off.

Jiang Qihu was helpless.

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There are several main peaks in Dasui Sword Palace.

They are Lotus Peak, Jin'ao Peak, Yuping Peak, Zhenyin Peak and Xiaochong Mountain.

There are several main peaks, each with its own responsibilities.

Jin'ao Peak is responsible for enforcing punishments and supervising all the peaks. If the headmaster is absent during special periods, he can act as the headmaster.

Yuping Peak is located in front of the Sword Washing Pool and guards the thirty-three caves of various sizes inside the Sword Palace.

Zhenyin Peak is responsible for recruiting guest officials, gathering the manpower outside the Dashui Sword Palace, and dealing with the many affiliated factions under the Sword Palace.

As for Xiao Chongshan, it was used to house the servants of the Sword Palace, responsible for alchemy, sword forging, and a variety of trivial matters.

As for the Lotus Peak, which has the highest status.

It is a place for pure sword practice.

Only true disciples who have obtained the large-spike lotus token can enter this place.

But it is not easy to join Lotus Peak...

Many years ago, before the Sword Palace closed down, a saying was widely circulated.

"It is easy to worship the Sword Palace, but it is difficult to ascend to the Lotus Flower."

Zhao Chunyang, the former headmaster of Lotus Peak and the entire Dasui Sword Palace, had great achievements and his cultivation level was immeasurable.

This is the so-called Lotus Peak.

It is the Dasui Sword Palace, the mountain gate specially reserved for the head sect's lineage.

The last time Zhao Chunyang accepted a disciple was twenty years ago.

Xie Xuanyi picked up Si Qi and Huang Su.

At that time, there were only a handful of true disciples on Lotus Peak. After Xie Xuanyi died, only Huang Su was left among his fellow disciples, and he still remained on Lotus Peak.

Si Qi went to Zhenyin Peak, Jiang Miaoyin retired to Yuping Peak, and the eldest senior brother retreated to Xiaochong Mountain, where he lived in solitude and peace of mind.

Xie Xuanyi put on a bamboo hat.

He walked alone under the peaks of Dasui Sword Palace.

The noise gradually died down, but there were still many pedestrians on the road.

There were many disciples wearing black cloth shirts from the Sword Palace.

The mountain had been closed for ten years, and the last disciples who entered the Sword Palace were no longer young, and there were almost no teenagers of fourteen or fifteen years old.

These Sword Palace disciples were humble in accepting gifts, and would return the greetings respectfully when passersby saluted them.

Of course, there are more monks coming from all corners of the world to participate in the Sword Qi Ceremony.

Such a magnificent scene made Xie Xuanyi's vision a little blurred.

vaguely.

He seemed to have returned to several years ago, when the Sword Palace was bustling and noisy. At that time, he was one of the disciples wearing black shirts on this road.

Faces passed before my eyes like reflections, and also passed through the lake of my heart.

This moment is just like then.

I was in high spirits and followed the crowd to the place where the light was brightest and the sound was the loudest.

After ten years, the Sword Palace remains the same as before.

Every blade of grass and every tree remains the same as it was back then, as if someone has preserved the years here.

Ten years passed in the blink of an eye.

Nothing has changed.

But I... am no longer the same as I was back then.

Xie Xuanyi silently changed direction and went against the crowd to a remote and quiet place.

Soon, the sound faded away.

Amid the clouds and mist, Xie Xuanyi seemed to hear the sound of a sword.

"Zheng" sound!
A flying sword emerged from the mist and hovered just in front of Xie Xuanyi.

The sword is awe-inspiring.

If it goes in any further, blood will be drawn.

"The area ahead is forbidden, no one is allowed to enter!"

An extremely cold and harsh rebuke sounded from not far away.

From the clouds, a young swordsman dressed in a snow-white robe slowly walked out. There was a bright red cinnabar on her forehead, and she looked like an immortal.

Xie Xuanyi woke up from his trance.

He took a step back, raised his head with a complicated expression, and looked at the mountain gate shrouded in clouds and mist in front of him.

Write three words on it.

Yuping Peak.

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(I'm having a bit of a writer's block, thank you for waiting. There will be another update tonight, so if you can't wait, go to bed first.)
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