I, the wanderer of the universe, love making friends

Chapter 160 Xiuning, you don’t want to give up halfway, right?

Shang Ping said coldly: "What is this?"

"Did I touch this bowl?" Shen Lang asked.

Without waiting for Shang Gong to answer, Shen Luoyan said, "Of course not. Shang Ming picked up the bowl himself. I think everyone present saw it."

"Then did I crush this dice with my own hands?" Shen Lang asked again.

Shen Luoyan nodded and said, "Everyone present with eyes has seen that you crushed it with your own hands. I'm sure Madam Dongming can't deny this."

Shan Meixian suddenly sighed and said, "Although this method is a bit too tricky, it did indeed crush the dice without touching the bowl or the table. Lord Shang, are you going to deny this result?"

Shang Ming suddenly shouted, "I don't accept it. He's clearly trying to trick me. If he hadn't said the dice were crushed, why would I have flipped over the bowl?"

"Shang Ming!" Shang Ping suddenly shook his head and sighed, "I'm willing to accept defeat. Since I lost, I've lost. I, Shang Ping, have never made a single mistake in my life. How can I lose my integrity for you?"

Shen Lang nodded and said, "I've always told you not to gamble your life lightly."

"Sir, you have a good plan." Shang Ping clasped his fists in return and said, "Thank you for showing mercy."

Turning to look at Shang Ming, he said, "Let's go."

The father and son turned and left.

Shan Wanjing's eyes moved, never leaving Shen Lang's face.

Shen Luoyan also kept looking at him, and a smile unconsciously appeared on the corner of her mouth.

Shan Meixian stepped forward and said calmly, "Thank you, Master Shen. If you hadn't been so kind and righteous and let Master Shang win this game, I'm afraid our Dongming Sect would have suffered heavy losses today."

It was obvious that the two of them had already had in-depth communication before coming.

But at this moment she pretended as if nothing had happened. It must be said that women are really good at acting.

"But Lord Shang has clearly lost." Shan Wanjing asked doubtfully, "How can this be considered a win?"

Shen Luoyan suddenly smiled: "Mr. Shang may seem to have lost, but in fact, he has not suffered any loss at all. Princess, think about it, if the Shang clan of the Dongming Sect met a top martial arts master, would they also show the same respect as they do to Madam?"

Shan Wanjing nodded, "Of course."

Anyone who is well-known in the martial arts world will be given face by the Dongming Sect.

"It seems like Shang Gong lost, but he was able to calm the anger of his subordinates and preserve his strength, so he still won." Shen Luoyan explained, "At most, Shang Ming was criticized."

Shan Wanjing suddenly understood, "So that's how it is. Master Shen transformed murderous aura into harmony with just a few words. It's truly convincing."

She actually said this to Shan Meixian. Since Shen Lang easily defeated Shang Gong and convinced Shang Gong, even if she did not abide by the rules of the sect and did not marry Shang Ming, Shan Meixian could show leniency on this basis.

Shan Xiu said: "Mr. Shen is a man of great benevolence and righteousness. I believe that from now on, the Shang clan will not have any complaints."

"Indeed," Shan Yudie echoed. "Tonight, Master Shen defeated Du Fuwei with his tactics and outwitted Lord Shang. I'm sure his fame will spread throughout the martial arts world soon."

"The Dongming Sect is currently facing crises, and countless people want the account book. A few more people will increase the strength to protect the account book." Shen Lang smiled slightly. "Everyone, now that this matter is over, why don't we leave now?"

Shan Meixian and Shan Wanjing were very happy to hear his concern for the Dongming Sect in his words.

But it was not revealed openly.

Shan Meixian nodded and said, "Then let's go."

She walked in front, followed by two bodyguards. Shan Wanjing secretly glanced at Shen Lang and followed.

Shen Luoyan secretly sent a message to Shen Lang: "You have deceived the heart of another beautiful woman."

"What do you mean by lying?" Shen Lang looked at her in surprise. "Which beauty?"

"Madam Dongming," Shen Luoyan said with a smile, "I'm a woman too, how could I not see it? After this bet, from now on, you will be able to join the Dongming Sect openly and honestly. No one, whether from the single or the Shang line, will dare to say anything. It can be said that you don't have to spend a single soldier."

"As for Shang Ming, you provoked him to lift the bowl, putting himself in a disadvantageous position." Shen Luoyan said with a sweet smile, "In such a comparison, it's easy to tell who is stronger and who is weaker."

Shen Lang suddenly said, "Military Advisor Shen, the Li Clan wants the Dongming Sect's account books. I have a way to get them, but I don't want to give them to them. I also want the benefits. Can you help me think about what to do?"

Shen Luoyan turned to look at him, "Are you looking to borrow Li Xiuning? I'm afraid it's like Liu Bei borrowing Jingzhou."

"How can this be considered a loan?" Shen Lang looked at her seriously. "I never even thought about paying it back."

Shen Luoyan smiled but said nothing.

When I was about to leave Cuibi Tower, I met a young man.

He smiled and bowed, "Mr. Shen, Madam Shen, please stay. My master invites you."

"Who is your young master?" Shen Lang asked doubtfully.

The young man said, "The one who came to Pengcheng by boat with Master Shen."

"I see." Shen Lang nodded. "Since he invited us, let's go."

Shen Luoyan's eyes flickered as she said, "Alright, I also want to meet Miss Li."

Shen Lang said something to Shan Meixian and Shan Wanjing, then left with Li Shimin's servants.

Take a speedboat from the shore to the large ship anchored in the middle of the river.

Got on the boat.

They went straight to the cabin on the upper floor, where Li Shimin stood at the door to greet them.

After the greetings, a banquet was set up to entertain the guests.

Also sitting in the same row were a handsome young man and a tall, thin and handsome scholar in his forties.

Li Shimin introduced Shen Lang, "Brother Shen, Madam Shen, let me introduce you to Mr. Pei Ji, a man who can summon all the heroes in the world with his Wangxing Fan. He is the deputy supervisor of Jinyang Palace and my father's chess friend."

Pei Ji glanced at Shen Lang and said modestly, "Nephew Shimin, you are too kind. How can I show my lame duck skills to others, let alone be able to become a hero in the world?"

Then he smiled at the handsome young man and said, "When it comes to martial arts, nephew Chai Shao is much more impressive than an old man like me."

Upon hearing this, Chai Shao quickly declined.

It turns out this is Chai Shao.

Shen Lang looked at him secretly. This man was wearing a gorgeous sword and beautiful clothes, and had an elegant demeanor. Compared with Li Shimin, he lacked the courage and demeanor and a certain indescribable general style.

But even so, Shen Lang still decided to be friends with Chai Shao.

As friends, we have no way to repay him, so we can only give him a green hat as a token of our gratitude.

Then he clasped his hands together and said, "Greetings, Brother Chai."

Chai Shao just nodded slightly as a return gesture, and there was always a hint of arrogance in his demeanor towards him.

Pei Ji even regarded Shen Lang and Shen Luoyan as only friends of Li Shimin.

After the greetings, he started talking to Gu and Li Chai, and no longer paid attention to Shen Lang and Shen Luoyan.

Shen Lang didn't care either. Chai Shao and Pei Ji were the key to the Li family's uprising, and Li Shimin certainly couldn't ignore these two people.

However, Li Shimin still did not forget to entertain guests attentively and personally picked up a fried pancake for Shen Lang.

He smiled and said, "Brother Shen, this is steamed Hu pancake. It has a filling of mutton and scallion in the middle, cooked with black bean sauce, sesame seeds and salt. It is very delicious. You can also pick one for Madam to try."

"Thank you." Shen Lang nodded.

Pei Ji and Chai Shao saw that Li Shimin personally invited Shen Lang and Shen Luoyan to take a seat, and they spoke without any taboos.

Chai Shao said, "I have no choice but to raise an army this time. If I do, I must first take Guanzhong. I'm worried about the two elite troops, Qu Tutong at Puguan and Song Laosheng guarding Huoyi. It seems I have some concerns."

Pei Ji thought for a moment and said, "Qu Tutong and Song Laosheng are certainly a concern, but I'm more worried about the Turks. Their power is growing day by day, and all the states from Khitan and Shiwei in the east to Tuyuhun and Gaochang in the west are vassal states of theirs."

"Moreover, all those who raised armies in the north, such as Liu Wuzhou, Guo Zihe, Liang Shidu, and others, relied on the Turks to establish themselves. When we march into Guanzhong, our greatest fear is a surprise attack from behind by the Turks and forces like Liu Wuzhou."

Li Shimin said confidently, "That's fine. If you're not strong enough, you can resort to deception. My only worry now is that Dad is still hesitant and might miss the opportunity."

Pei Ji patted his chest and promised, "I, Pei Ji, will take care of this matter. Wen Jing and I need to make more speeches. The situation is really critical now. How can your father have any choice?"

Li Shimin nodded happily and turned to Shen Lang, saying, "When I boarded the ship today, it was thanks to Brother Shen's help that I was able to obtain Madam Dongming's handwritten letter. Although I no longer have the account book, it's a coincidence that the tyrant emperor happened to be in Jiangdu to deal with Du Fuwei. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

Shen Lang thought to himself that he had just met Du Fuwei in Bicui Tower.

Du Fuwei said that he tracked down his two sons to Pengcheng. Could it be that the sons he was talking about were actually Xu Ziling and Kou Zhong?

But even if I asked at that time, Du Fuwei would definitely not tell me.

So he smiled and said, "Madam Dongming will definitely know how to choose between the handwritten letter and the account book. I am just helping a little."

Just as he finished speaking, he heard the sound of jewelry rings, and then the beautiful figure of Li Xiuning walked into the cabin.

I saw her wearing the same Hu costume that I saw her wearing at the beginning.

It seems to be easier to untie than the Central Plains clothing.

Upon seeing her, Chai Shao immediately stood up, his eyes sparkling, and he said enthusiastically, "Sister Ning is finally here. I've been waiting so long that my heart is about to burn like charcoal."

Li Xiuning smiled at Chai Shao as if she didn't see anyone else. She moved her delicate body to his side, let him hold her shoulders gently, and waited for her to sit down. Then she greeted Li Shimin and Pei Ji, and finally it was Shen Lang and Shen Luoyan's turn.

Li Xiuning smiled faintly and said, "Master Shen, we meet again. I benefited a lot from talking with Master Shen at the restaurant today. And Madam Shen is worthy of being the military advisor of Wagangzhai. Every word she said was like a pearl of wisdom, enlightening me."

He then explained to Chai Shao, "This lady is the famous military strategist Shen Luoyan of Wagangzhai. I'm sure you have heard of Military Strategist Shen's name a long time ago." Upon hearing this, Pei Ji and Chai Shao were both shocked.

These two people are familiar with all the rebel forces in the world, and naturally know Shen Luoyan's position in Wagangzhai.

But he never expected that this woman was actually a pretty military strategist.

Although Li Shimin had learned Shen Luoyan's identity from Li Xiuning, he did not introduce her to the two of them just now.

I just want to give them an illusion.

Shen Luoyan smiled slightly and said, "Luoyan is no longer the military advisor of Wagangzhai, so here, I am just Madam Shen."

Chai Shao was displeased by Li Xiuning's praise of Shen Lang, so he said, "Military Advisor Shen is the most powerful military advisor in Wagang Stronghold. He has made many contributions to Li Mi, and everyone has witnessed this. But I wonder what position Brother Shen holds in Wagang Stronghold? Why have I never heard of him?"

This statement is actually a disguised way of saying that Shen Lang is not a big shot and is unknown in the world.

No matter when and where, there will always be people who like to show off in front of women and act strong in front of beauties.

Li Xiuning's thoughts were clearly much more thorough than Chai Shao's. She frowned slightly and said, "Don't talk nonsense. Young Master Shen is a man of both literary and martial talents, and he has close ties to the Dongming Sect. How could he be an unknown individual?"

Hearing this, Chai Shao felt even more unhappy. He smiled and said, "That's probably the case. I just wonder if Princess Dongming knows Brother Shen?"

Li Xiuning stole a glance at Li Shimin and Shen Luoyan, and said ambiguously, "I actually saw Sister Wan Jing in the city today. Although she was worried about my second brother, she must have a close relationship with Master Shen."

Li Shimin said slowly, "Xiuning, Princess Dongming and I are just casual acquaintances, and I am a married man, so I have no relationship with her. However, Brother Shen is definitely not an ordinary person. It was Brother Shen who helped me get this letter. Chai Shao, you must not speak ill of others."

Pei Ji said in a deep voice: "My nephew Shaoxian, please do not look down on others. There are countless masters in the martial arts world. You must know that there is always someone better than you."

Chai Shao nodded and said, "Chai Shao will follow your instructions."

Shen Luoyan said solemnly, "Whether Mr. Shen is famous or unknown in the martial arts world, he is not a topic of conversation for Mr. Chai after dinner. Since you are so disrespectful, Mr. Li, please return Madam Dongming's handwritten letter to us."

Li Shimin was greatly shocked.

Pei Ji was silent for a moment, then said, relying on his seniority, "Mrs. Dongming's handwritten letter was written to the head of the Li Clan, so it would be more appropriate for us to keep it in our hands."

Li Xiuning hesitated for a moment and said, "Madam Shen, Madam Dongming's letter concerns the future of our Li family. I hope it can remain in our hands."

Chai Shao looked impatient.

Shen Lang smiled slightly and said, "Luo Yan is right. No matter what, I, Shen Lang, am not someone you, Chai Shao, can mock and ridicule me like this. I came aboard and only exchanged a few words with you. But who are you to mock me?"

Li Shimin frowned and said, "Chai Shao, what you said just now was indeed very offensive. Why don't you apologize to Brother Shen?"

Li Xiuning hurriedly poured Chai Shao a glass of wine and urged him, "Apologize to Brother Shen."

Chai Shao's expression changed back and forth, then he picked up the wine glass and said stiffly: "Brother Shen..."

Before he could finish his words, Shen Lang glanced at him and said, "Whether Shen's friends or enemies, they are all well-known figures in the world, such as Li Mi, Zhai Rang, Du Fuwei, Madam Dongming, and Fu Jun'er, the disciple of the Korean chess and sword master Fu Cailin."

Then he shouted, "How dare you, Chai Shao, criticize me? What kind of relationship do you have with me? What level are you?"

The sound shook the cabin and the walls buzzed.

Everyone present heard thunder in their ears and their heartbeats quickened.

Chai Shao, who was the first to be hit, had his blood boiling, his meridians shaken, and he felt dizzy and weak.

His body staggered, and he fell headfirst into the food and wine on the table.

Seeing Chai Shao faint, chaos broke out in the cabin.

Li Xiuning felt anxious and leaned over and called out, "Chai Shao, Chai Shao..."

But Chai Shao did not respond at all.

Li Shimin's face panicked, and he looked at Shen Lang hurriedly, "Brother Shen, he..."

Pei Ji, who was standing beside him, had already shouted angrily, "How dare you hurt someone in front of this old man! Nephew Shimin, get out of the way!"

Just as he finished speaking, the Forgetful Fan in his hand attacked.

Shen Lang slapped out with his palm, and the Wangxing Fan in Pei Ji's hand instantly shattered into several pieces.

At the same time, he was hit by a palm in the chest, which made his body spin in the air before he fell heavily to the ground, with blood gushing out of his mouth like a fountain.

Li Shimin hurriedly leaned over to Pei Ji and called out urgently, "Mr. Pei, Mr. Pei, how are you?"

Pei Ji's face was pale and his eyes were a little dazed.

Li Shimin hurriedly called for people to come over.

After a burst of messy footsteps, several people rushed into the cabin.

Li Shimin ordered: "Quickly send them back to the house and call the doctor."

The subordinates did not dare to delay and quickly sent Pei Ji and Chai Shao away, and Li Xiuning followed.

Li Shimin gave a bitter smile and said, "Please excuse me, both of you, for leaving first. I will come back to apologize to you later."

Without waiting for Shen Lang to answer, he left in a hurry.

After he walked away, Shen Luoyan said, "I thought you would kill Chai Shao, but I didn't expect you to show mercy."

"I'm not a murderer who will kill anyone I see." Shen Lang smiled slightly. "This time I'll teach him a lesson. But after thinking about it, this is Li Shimin's territory after all, and I'm a doctor. I'd better go see Chai Shao."

"You're going to see Chai Shao?" Shen Luoyan was surprised. "Li Xiuning might hate you to death right now, and you still dare to go see her?"

"Why not? Can she kill me?" Shen Lang said confidently, "Don't worry."

Then he stood up and left.

Li Xiuning was anxiously waiting for the doctor to examine Chai Shao when she suddenly heard a knock on the door.

She said irritably, "Come in."

"How is Brother Chai?" Shen Lang asked after stepping in.

When Li Xiuning heard his voice, she immediately turned around.

Suddenly her delicate body trembled, and she asked in a trembling voice, "What are you doing here? Do you still want to kill him?"

The doctor just glanced at Shen Lang and ignored him.

"Do you think I'm a bloodthirsty person in your eyes?" Shen Lang asked with a smile.

Li Xiuning glanced at the lying Chai Shao and said, "Isn't it? You injured Chai Shao and Pei Gong as soon as you attacked."

Shen Lang said, "Since Chai Shao thought I was a nobody in the martial arts world, I had no choice but to show him off. I didn't expect him to be so vulnerable. Ultimately, it's not my fault, but he's just too weak."

Then he said to the doctor who examined Chai Shao, "Go down. Since I injured Master Chai, I must take responsibility."

"Don't worry about it." Li Xiuning asked the doctor, "How is his injury?"

"Miss..." The doctor looked at Li Xiuning with a troubled expression, and said, "Young Master Chai's internal Qi is disordered. I am really unable to help."

"What?" Li Xiuning exclaimed.

Shen Lang said, "My unique method must be handled by me. How can others handle it well?"

Li Xiuning bit her lip and said, "Okay, since you're the one who injured him, you deal with it."

After driving the doctor away, Shen Lang began to treat Chai Shao.

He looked at Li Xiuning, "My internal energy is extremely strong and fierce, and I need a softer internal energy to regulate Chai Shao's breathing. Give me some of your internal energy to neutralize it, and then I will pass it on to him so that he can wake up sooner."

"I'll pass on my inner strength to you?" Li Xiuning was a little surprised. "Is that even possible? Why don't I just pass it on to him?"

"You're not a doctor. If you pass it on to him directly, you'll harm him. If you don't believe it, then pass it on to him."

Li Xiuning hesitated for a few seconds and had to pass on his internal energy to Shen Lang.

After Shen Lang neutralized his internal energy, he passed it to Chai Shao.

Li Xiuning breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Chai Shao's pale face slowly return to rosy color.

As she stood up, she felt her legs go weak. She stumbled and fell into Shen Lang's arms. Shen Lang quickly hugged her.

"Miss Li, you have consumed too much internal energy now. Let me check you." Shen Lang said in her ear.

And began to carry out inspection work.

Li Xiuning only felt that her body went limp under his hands, and it felt like countless ants were crawling all over her body.

Her pretty face turned red for no apparent reason.

She was suddenly shocked and embarrassed, yet she also felt indescribably comfortable. She couldn't bear to reach out and push him away, for fear of startling others.

She could only murmur softly: "Master Shen, you, you, ah..."

Perhaps because she had lost her inner strength, her voice gradually grew weaker.

Then he suddenly exclaimed: "You, you..."

"Don't be nervous, this is also part of the treatment." Shen Lang whispered in her ear, "You don't want to give up halfway, do you?"

(End of this chapter)