A man in the martial world, a reincarnated sword immortal.

Chapter 82 Zhong Lang, you have to take responsibility for me!

Upon hearing this, Zhong Lieyang raised his eyelids and looked at Zhong Yuan.

"Between you and me, father and son, what is there that we can't talk about?"

Zhong Yuan said, "Father, ever since our Ming Cult headquarters, Bangyuan Cave, fell..."

"Our Ming Cult lacks a headquarters that can bring people together and allow Ming Cult members to gather in one place."

"I was thinking, now that I am the Left Guardian of Light in the church, and Father, you are about to experience a second spring in your life."

"Then we must put the reconstruction of the Ming Cult headquarters on the agenda."

Upon hearing this, a look of understanding flashed in Zhong Lieyang's eyes.

"Even if you don't say it, this matter..."

"I thought of that too."

"Back then, you suggested leaving Bangyuan Cave and handing it over to those scum of the imperial court."

"It's to preserve our fighting force."

"Now that our Ming Cult is determined to revive its power, it is only natural that we must rebuild our headquarters."

"However, I have always hesitated, unsure of where to rebuild the headquarters."

"If we still choose to help Yuandong, that's not necessarily a bad thing."

"After all, Bangyuan Cave is easy to defend and difficult to attack. However, this place has already been captured by the imperial army once, so I always feel that it is not very auspicious."

"Yuan'er, do you have any good suggestions?"

Upon hearing this, Zhong Yuan raised an eyebrow.

"father!"

That's what I think.

"I heard that when the Black-Robed Dharma King was captured, it was at Bright Summit of Huangshan Mountain."

"I think that Bright Summit of Huangshan Mountain is the best location for the reconstruction of the headquarters of the Ming Cult."

A strange light flashed in Zhong Lieyang's eyes.

"Oh?"

Why do you say that?

Zhong Yuan said, "Firstly, the name 'Bright Peak' is in line with the doctrines of our Ming Cult."

"Secondly, as far as I know, Huangshan Bright Summit is the second highest peak in Huangshan, even higher than Bangyuan Cave. The summit is flat and open, surrounded by mountains, which is a natural defensive barrier. It is extremely difficult for the government troops to encircle and suppress it, making it suitable for evading the imperial court's pursuit."

"As long as we manage things carefully and take precautions, it will be difficult for the government troops to cause any significant damage to my Ming Cult headquarters."

"Thirdly, the Song court's core of rule was in the Central Plains and Kaifeng. Huangshan is located in the deep mountains of southern Anhui, which is a peripheral area with weak government control. It was not easy for the Ming Cult to develop its organization and accumulate strength there and be quickly suppressed by the court."

"Fourth, our Ming Cult has many followers in the Jiangnan and southern Anhui regions, and Huangshan itself is the core area of ​​Ming Cult activities."

"Moreover, Huangshan Gechuanjian was one of the most important branch altars of our Ming Cult in western Zhejiang."

"We set up our headquarters at the Bright Summit of Huangshan Mountain, which makes it very convenient for believers to travel and organize activities."

Upon hearing Zhong Yuan's words, a thoughtful look flashed across Zhong Lieyang's face.

He then nodded slightly and said, "What you say makes sense."

"However, such an important matter still needs to be discussed with other senior executives."

"Ask them for their opinion."

"If they have no objections, then we'll do as you say."

"After all, rebuilding the headquarters is not something that can be done in a few words."

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"All matters and preparations must be completed in advance."

Zhong Yuan naturally understood the meaning of those words.

He stated directly, "Guangming Peak is at a high altitude and surrounded by steep mountains. It is necessary to open up and reinforce the access road from the foot of the mountain to the top, and build stone steps and guardrails to ensure the transportation of believers and supplies."

"We also need to build additional walkways on dangerous sections of the road to meet the daily travel and defense needs of the religious personnel."

"Moreover, the natural water storage on the mountaintop is insufficient, so it is necessary to build reservoirs to collect rainwater and spring water, and at the same time to dig irrigation ditches to ensure daily drinking water and fire prevention needs."

"Most importantly, we need to build passes and fortified walls at each entrance to Bright Summit, and set up lookout posts; we need to build barriers and traps in dangerous areas to resist the government troops' encirclement and suppression and ensure the safety of the main altar."

"We also need to build a Temple of Light, which will serve as the core venue for the entire Ming Cult to hold meetings and preside over important affairs."

"It needs to enshrine the sacred fire of the Ming Cult, and the space also needs to be spacious enough to accommodate a large number of believers."

"In addition, there should be altars, side halls, incense halls, living quarters for believers, barracks, dining rooms, woodsheds, storerooms, and baptismal areas."

"Special armories and supply depots are also needed to store food, weapons, armor, and emergency supplies to cope with prolonged blockades or encirclements."

"In short, all of these need to be prepared and built in advance, and it will take some time to complete."

Upon hearing Zhong Yuan's words, Zhong Lieyang couldn't help but look at Zhong Yuan with even greater admiration.

He forced a smile.

"Yuan'er, it seems you did your homework a long time ago."

Zhong Yuan poured a glass of water for Old Zhong, handing it to him as he said, "Of course."

"From the day I decided to join the Ming Cult, all of this was already prepared in my mind."

Zhong Lieyang looked at Zhong Yuan with great satisfaction, then said with a smile, "In the past, Cao Cao once said that a son should be like Sun Quan."

"I think if Cao Cao were to meet my son, he would say that a son should be like Zhongyuan."

When Zhong Yuan heard that Lao Zhong was in the mood to joke, he knew that Lao Zhong had recovered.

So, after chatting idly with Lao Zhong for a couple more minutes, he left the secret room.

Both the Northern Darkness Divine Skill and the Lingbo Steps were left in the secret room and entrusted to Old Zhong for safekeeping.

Once outside the secret room, Zhong Yuan felt much more relaxed.

The night was alluring, and a gentle breeze caressed his face as he headed toward the guest room that Pang Wanchun had prepared for him in advance.

When we were almost at the room.

At the doorway, a slender figure sat on the railing of the bench under the porch outside his house, her right hand resting on the railing and her chin propped up on her right forearm; she was asleep.

That slender figure was none other than Mu Wanqing.

Mu Wanqing's face was still covered by that black veil, her long eyelashes stretched out under her tightly closed double eyelids.

Mu Wanqing's face was fair and smooth, and under the moonlight, she looked exactly like a sleeping beauty.

Seeing this, Zhong Yuan didn't make a sound. He picked a small blade of grass in the courtyard, stood under the eaves, and gently brushed it onto Mu Wanqing's forehead.

At first, Mu Wanqing only frowned slightly, but after a while, she muttered something under her breath.

"Black Rose, stop fooling around—let me sleep a little longer."

Zhong Yuan couldn't help but chuckle upon hearing this.

This little girl is still dreaming!

Immediately, he became playful and secretly reached out to untie the silk ribbon behind her left ear.

At this time.

But then, Mu Wanqing, who had just kept her eyes closed, suddenly opened them wide.

Those bright, jet-black eyes met Zhong Yuan's gaze.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

The two were very close, so close that they could even feel each other's breath coming from their faces.

Mu Wanqing seemed to be still half asleep, looking somewhat lost in thought.

Still tipsy, Zhong Yuan looked at the charming woman before him and couldn't help but lower his head and give her a light peck.

This time.

Mu Wanqing seemed to realize something; her eyes widened, and her face flushed red instantly.

"What are you doing?!"

Mu Wanqing hurriedly got up from under the eaves, feeling a burning sensation on her cheeks.

The half of the veil that was still attached fell to the ground in the chaos.

This revealed Mu Wanqing's delicate, beautiful face.

Her lips were thin, and her two rows of fine teeth were like broken jade. She stood there, her eyes wide open, staring at Zhong Yuan.

A pair of hands gripped her dress tightly on both sides.

Zhong Yuan stood outside the corridor, looking at Mu Wanqing, who looked like a frightened little rabbit with a somewhat adorable clumsy expression. He flipped over and leaped down into the corridor, pulling her into his arms and kissing her.

At first, Mu Wanqing's body was tense and straight, but after a while...

She immediately softened and instinctively wrapped her arms around Zhong Yuan.

About an incense stick later.

Zhong Yuan pulled Mu Wanqing to sit on the veranda. Mu Wanqing nestled in Zhong Yuan's arms and said in a low voice with a sense of righteous indignation, "Zhong Lang, you have to take responsibility for me."

Zhong Yuan laughed and said, "I will definitely take responsibility for you and make you give birth to a whole litter of children for me."

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing couldn't help but laugh and scold, "What do you mean by having a litter of babies? I'm not a sow!"

Zhong Yuan raised his hand and gently scraped the tip of her nose.

"I wonder who was sleeping like a little pig just now."

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing blushed and continued in a low voice, "Zhong Lang, I once swore an oath that whoever sees my true face must marry me, or I will kill him!"

Will you marry me?

Zhong Yuan straightened Mu Wanqing's posture, looked into her eyes, and said, "Of course I'm a hundred, a thousand, ten thousand times willing."

Mu Wanqing's face lit up with joy, but she still said softly, "Hmph, all you know is how to coax me."

"My master said that all men in the world are faithless and fickle."

"If you dare to betray me, I will chase you to the ends of the earth and die with you!"

Upon hearing this, Zhong Yuan immediately said, "Don't listen to your master's nonsense."

Do you know why your master would say such a thing?

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing shook her head and said, "I haven't asked about that, but I imagine she must have been harmed by a man."

Zhong Yuan smiled faintly, not revealing the truth, enjoying the beautiful scenery and wonderful time.

Saying all this is such a spoilsport.

"Wan'er, many people and things in this world are not as they seem, just because others tell you."

"You need to use your own heart, your own eyes, and your own ears to feel, see, and hear."

"If what your master says is true, can I still marry you?"

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing raised an eyebrow and gave a soft snort.

"You're always bullying me."

A unique, refreshing fragrance lingered around Zhong Yuan's nose. Suppressing his anger, Zhong Yuan asked Mu Wanqing, "I haven't asked you yet, what are you doing here in the middle of the night instead of sleeping?"

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing finally remembered why she had come.

She immediately remembered something, raised her eyebrows, and asked Zhong Yuan, "I came here to ask you a question, but since you haven't returned for a long time, I think I fell asleep in the corridor."

Zhong Yuan was somewhat curious.

"Oh?"

"What do you want to ask me?"

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing's eyes shimmered with emotion as she softly said, "Now, I have my answer."

As she spoke, she took the initiative to hug Zhong Yuan tightly.

Zhong Yuan stiffened, then sighed softly.

It is truly hardest to accept the kindness of a beautiful woman, and hard to refuse her affections.

This girl is cold on the outside but warm on the inside; when she gets warm, it's almost overwhelming.

Zhong Yuan was not some virtuous man who could remain unmoved even with a woman in his lap.

The moonlight is enchanting; tonight is destined to be a special night.

The next day.

When Zhong Yuan woke up, Mu Wanqing was still asleep like a little pig.

Zhong Yuan couldn't bear to disturb her peaceful sleep, so he tiptoed off the bed, prepared to wash up, and then deliver food to Old Zhong.

However, although his movements were gentle, he still woke Mu Wanqing up as soon as he touched the ground.

Mu Wanqing glanced at Zhong Yuan with sleepy eyes, and couldn't help but laugh at his tiptoeing manner.

Upon hearing this, Zhong Yuan realized, "Well, he's awake after all."

He turned around, walked over, gently stroked her long hair, and said softly, "Why don't you rest more today?"

Mu Wanqing stood up readily and said to Zhong Yuan, "I'm not some delicate young lady."

"I have been away from the secluded valley for several months now. I plan to return there and explain our situation to my master."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Yuan replied, "It's not urgent."

"Why don't we go back together after I finish what I'm doing and have some free time?"

Mu Wanqing thought about it and didn't object. She said softly, "Husband, I'll listen to you."

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Mu Wanqing's obedient and virtuous demeanor made Zhong Yuan feel somewhat uncomfortable.

However, what man could resist a woman like Mu Wanqing?

Just then.

There was a sudden knock on the door.

"Zhong Zuo Shi?"

"Are you awake?"

"I made some pear soup to help you sober up."

Zhong Yuan was somewhat surprised when he heard the voice.

Upon hearing this, Mu Wanqing, while dressing, said to Zhong Yuan, "Husband, it seems to be that Qiuxia girl."

Zhong Yuan naturally recognized it as Pang Qiuxia's voice.

During the dinner last night, he sensed that Pang Qiuxia was treating him somewhat differently.

However, he simply assumed that Pang Qiuxia's personality had become more straightforward and hospitable after drinking.

But bringing him pear soup so early in the morning can't be described as simply being straightforward and hospitable.

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This is clearly a sign of affection for me.

No, when did he become so charming?

It seems that being too charming isn't always a good thing for a man.

He remained calm, putting his finger to his lips to signal Mu Wanqing to be quiet.

Mu Wanqing smiled faintly.

After getting dressed, I headed straight for the door.

Outside the door.

Pang Qiuxia was about to leave, muttering to herself.

"strangeness."

"Where did the Left Envoy go so early in the morning?"

At this time.

The door creaked open, and Mu Wanqing stepped out.

It turned out to be Mu Wanqing.

Pang Qiuxia was stunned for a moment, and she said to Mu Wanqing in surprise, "Miss Mu!"

"Why is it you?"

"Isn't this Brother Zhong's room?"

"Could I have remembered it wrong?"

Mu Wanqing smiled and said, "Miss Pang, you've come to the right place. Thank you for the pear soup!"

Without any hesitation, Mu Wanqing took the jar of pear soup directly from Pang Qiuxia's hand.

Pang Qiuxia instinctively said, "Miss Mu, be careful, it'll burn your hand!"

Mu Wanqing smiled and said, "I understand, thank you, Miss Pang."

"I will make sure my husband finishes this pear soup."

After saying that, Mu Wanqing took the earthenware pot of pear soup back into the house.

Now.

Pang Qiuxia, who remained outside the door, immediately looked somewhat lost and dejected.

"Husband?"

"Does Miss Mu call Brother Zhong her husband?"

When did they get married?

"Didn't my elder brother say that Brother Zhong is still unmarried?"

Pang Qiuxia looked slightly troubled and turned to leave.

inside the house.

Seeing Mu Wanqing return with the earthenware pot of pear soup and place it on the table, panting heavily because it was too hot to handle, he hurriedly scratched his earlobe.

Seeing this, Zhong Yuan felt somewhat helpless. This girl, Mu Wanqing, really wasn't afraid of gossip.

However, it's true that she grew up in a secluded valley with her unreliable mother.

She didn't understand any of this. Her love was wholehearted. Once she had chosen someone, she didn't care what others thought.

"Husband, come and have some pear soup."

"This pear soup smells delicious!"