Tianlong: Starting with Mantuo Manor as fertilizer

Chapter 74 Stone House

"Master Zhong, Mr. Duan, does the young master's attire truly disgrace the Dali Duan family?"

Both of them were taken aback when Ma Wude said this.

He continued, "Both of you are martial arts practitioners, diligently practicing your skills but rarely reading history. Don't you know that even emperors sometimes dress up as women?"

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"Absurd things happen all the time in the inner palace. How could such trivial matters as clothing tarnish the century-old reputation of the Duan family?"

"Furthermore, this matter can easily be attributed to the Crown Prince being coerced and having no choice in the matter. How would it damage the reputation of the Duan family?"

Duan Yu and Ma Wude had some connection.

He didn't realize the other person was just showing off, and thought it was a righteous act to help him out, so he nodded repeatedly.

"That's exactly right!"

Hearing this, Duan Yanqing was not convinced.

He was once the crown prince, and he read a lot of history books.

Duan Yanqing said coldly, "I've read some history books, but I've never heard of any emperor who liked to wear women's clothing."

Ma Wude smiled slightly.

He concluded that Duan Yanqing was not well-educated, so he did not argue with him, but instead asked the old man next to him.

"My esteemed brother, with your vast knowledge, do you know which ancient emperors ever favored wearing women's clothing?"

The old man shook his head: "I hope Brother Ma Wu will explain in detail."

Ma Wude met this old man on the road.

The other party was also going to Shenjie Temple, so they traveled together and ended up being invited to Wanjie Valley by Yue Laosan.

This man was a merchant who came to Dali to run a tea-horse trade.

After learning of Ma Wude's identity as a major tea merchant, he flattered and fawned over him.

That's why Ma Wude loved to talk to him the most.

"Then let me tell you," Ma Wude cleared his throat. "There was an emperor in Western Yan named Murong Chong. Back when he was in the palace of Fu Jian of Former Qin, he often dressed as a woman and was the most favored concubine."

The old man chuckled twice: "I see."

Apart from Duan Yu and Duan Yanqing, who came from families with a strong academic background, none of the others in the hall had ever heard of the Murong family having been emperors.

Master Kasyapa joked, "Murong? I've only heard of the Southern Murong. Could it be that Murong Fu's family were emperors in the past?"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone burst into laughter.

The hall was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.

Everyone was very curious about Murong Chong's past, and they all asked Ma Wude where he had heard it, saying they would definitely study it when they got back.

Seeing the enthusiastic scene, Duan Yanqing realized that the moral standards in the martial arts world had become increasingly low.

If these four villains don't keep up with the times, they might become unworthy of their names.

At the same time, they realized that having Duan Yu dressed in women's clothing would not tarnish the reputation of the Duan family.

For a moment, they hesitated and were at a loss.

The same applies to Zhong Wanchou.

Just then, Zhong Ling stepped forward, wanting to share her father's burdens.

"I have a plan, but I don't know if Father dares to use it."

Before Zhong Wanchou could speak, Duan Yanqing preemptively asked for his advice.

"Miss Chung, please speak frankly!"

Zhong Ling's method was also very simple, almost exactly the same as what Duan Yanqing had thought before.

The Four Evils were slightly disappointed upon hearing this.

After all, while the plan was ruthless, deciding who to carry it out was a major challenge.

Although many guests were willing, they suppressed their thoughts when they thought that Duan Yu was the prince of Dali and that he would be torn to pieces for doing such a rebellious act.

Zhong Ling replied, "This is easy; I already have someone in mind."

"I have a sworn brother who is currently a guest at the Duan family's residence. He trusts me completely. Once I lure him into the valley, hehe, wouldn't that make great things possible!"

Duan Yu was struck dumb upon hearing this, both shocked and furious, never expecting her to betray her brother.

He had barely uttered a rebuke when Yue Laosan gagged him.

When Zhong Wanchou heard about his daughter's sworn brotherhood for the first time, he inquired about the details.

After selectively finishing her remarks, Zhong Ling concluded.

"My daughter has figured it out: how can the affection between brothers compare to the love between a father and daughter!"

Zhong Wanchou was moved to tears and felt greatly comforted.

The guests were all amazed that she, at such a young age, could betray her brother and carry out such a vicious scheme, and they all praised the Zhong family for their extraordinary character.

Yun Zhonghe had only one question: "What if Xie Buruo refuses?"

Duan Yanqing snorted coldly: "Hmph, I have my own elixir, I'm not afraid he won't comply!"

Yue Laosan and Xie Busuo had a long-standing grudge.

Hearing Zhong Ling's plan, he was filled with admiration and couldn't help but praise him.

"Miss Zhong, I, Yue Laosan, would call you the fifth villain!"

Shi An, the Black and White Swordsman, was extremely excited and took notes of the scene.

"The Zhong family has a daughter who is utterly depraved, betraying her brothers and bullying her younger siblings, and has completely abandoned moral principles. She may become the greatest villain in the world in the future."

It was at this moment.

A rumbling sound came from outside the valley, as if many large trees had been felled.

Zhong Wanchou laughed heartily: "The Duan brothers couldn't hold back any longer and broke my tree formation. Let's go out and greet our guests."

Duan Yanqing sneered, then darted away, grabbing Duan Yu and throwing him back into the stone chamber.

They then resealed the door with a large stone.

Duan Yanqing turned around and saw Zhong Ling running towards him, panting.

After she offered her the treacherous plan, Duan Yanqing had a good impression of her and asked, "What brings you here?"

Zhong Ling said, "I'm worried that my father won't be able to withstand the Duan family, so I've come to ask for your help, senior."

Duan Yanqing remained unmoved, still sitting in front of the stone house.

Zhong Ling added, "I've heard that Emperor Baoding is the number one person in the Dali Duan family, and his One-Finger Divine Skill is unparalleled. I'm afraid my father won't be able to handle him."

Upon hearing the words "unparalleled and unmatched," Duan Yanqing snorted coldly: "That's not necessarily true."

He flicked his steel staff at the boulder beside him, and with a whoosh, the boulder stuck to the staff.

Zhong Ling was terrified when she saw his incredible skills.

Duan Yu was also apprehensive: "I wonder who is more skilled in martial arts, him or my uncle?"

Duan Yanqing flicked his wrist, and with a loud crash, the boulder landed on the boulder blocking the entrance.

Two stones were piled up, making the stone house even more inaccessible.

Zhong Ling swallowed hard and praised the senior's divine skill.

Duan Yanqing remained expressionless, tapped the ground with his canes, and floated away.

Seeing that Duan Yanqing had gone far away, Zhong Ling ran to the stone house and pushed the boulder, but it did not budge.

She called out twice more from the doorway.

"Third brother, third brother."

Duan Yu turned his head away, ignoring her.

Zhong Ling peered through the iron bars of the window and softly offered her advice.

"Third brother, don't be angry. What I said just now was only a temporary measure."

Duan Yu was furious upon hearing this and abruptly stood up.

"What expedient measure? You're clearly trying to ruin my brother's reputation! I misjudged you!"

Zhong Ling shook his head and said, "The three of us lived in Fairy Sister's former residence for a period of time. Don't we know Big Brother's abilities? What poison could possibly harm him?"

Duan Yu was taken aback.

Looking back, I realize that Xie Buruo was never afraid of any poison.

Moreover, every time I see something highly poisonous, I'm drawn to it and go and provoke it.

Seeing that his expression relaxed, Zhong Ling spoke again.

"Although Duan Yanqing is quite confident in his drug, in my opinion, he may not be able to do anything to my elder brother."

Duan Yu asked urgently, "What do you mean, 'maybe'?"

Zhong Ling said, "How can you be sure about this? After all, sleeping pills are not the same as poison."

"I'm doing this for your own good. Think about it, your eldest brother is at least 70% confident. If you anger Duan Yanqing, he can easily have someone drug you or even take matters into his own hands. Third brother, you'll be in trouble then!"

Duan Yu was terrified and didn't know what to do for a moment.

Zhong Ling comforted him, "Third brother, don't panic. I'll find an opportunity to send out the plan, and I'm sure eldest brother will agree to this brilliant scheme."

With a snap.

Zhong Ling suddenly felt the floor tiles beneath her feet loosen, and she quickly jumped away.

Suddenly, the floor tiles flew off, and a figure emerged, reaching out to grab Zhong Ling's head and lifting her up.

"Agree my ass!"

"How could you come up with such a terrible idea?"

"I think you're the biggest villain in the world!"

"Help! Help!" Zhong Ling cried out as she recognized Xie Buruo. She struggled, "I'm trying to save my third brother!"

Then Huahegen also crawled out.

Upon looking at the stone house, he sighed, "Oh no, it's several feet too short."

This morning, Hua Hegen calculated that he was not far from the stone house, so he ordered his subordinates to step back and collect the soil, leaving him and Xie Buruo to dig.

Upon emerging from the cave, they realized they were still several feet short and had not yet dug into the stone house.

Hua Hegen sighed, "I haven't said this in twenty years, and I've become rusty."

Duan Yu saw the two as if they were his saviors and immediately called out to them.

Xie Buruo put down Zhong Ling, whose head was almost exploding, and took a look at the environment of the stone house.

The iron bars were too small, which prevented Duan Yu from mastering the art of bone shrinking and from squeezing out.

In front of the stone house, two large stones were piled together, much larger than the one he had seen at Shaolin Temple.

However, Xie Buruo's skill had improved significantly, and he was able to move the two large stones.

Moreover, he wasn't the only one here.

Hua Hegen possesses considerable external martial arts skills and also considerable strength.

Xie Buruo channeled his true energy, unleashing the divine power of the Great Vajra Pestle, which pushed the stone away with a thunderous roar.

Zhong Ling clapped his hands and exclaimed, "Big brother, what a great worker!"

Looks like I'll have to crush your head!

The large stone was moved aside, revealing the stone gate.

Huahegen never helped him from beginning to end.

Xie Buruo felt a little strange and noticed that Duan Yu, who was standing by the window, was about to speak and looked nervous.

He used all his strength and slammed his palm down on a boulder.

With a loud bang.

The stone flew backward, blocking the hissing sound of the wind, but there was no unusual sound when it landed.

Xie Bu Ruo turned around and saw a huge rock stuck to Duan Yanqing's iron staff, with Hua Hegen lying at his feet.

A hoarse voice came through.

"Which master of the Xuan generation at Shaolin Temple are you a disciple of?"

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