PFC Chapter 112 4 The Revival of the Gu Family
Chapter 112 4 The Revival of the Gu Family
Fang Duobing, Li Lianhua, and Wu You walked in with the flow of people.
"I was queuing up to buy pork wontons, why did you have to drag me here? Fang Xiaobao, your injuries have only just healed, and you're already running around everywhere?"
"Why would you want wontons? The revival of Sigumen is a once-in-a-lifetime event. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't even be able to get in."
"The restoration of Sigumen is far inferior to when Sigumen was first built."
"You witnessed it with your own eyes?"
"I didn't," Wu You quickly waved his hand.
"However, someone witnessed that scene firsthand, why don't you ask them?"
"What are you talking about if you haven't even seen it? Come on, let's go witness this historic moment today. We can talk about the rest another day."
"Please, Master Zhang."
"Please welcome..."
"The march has started, let's hurry over there."
Fang Duobing excitedly pulled the two of them forward.
Inside the hall, not only were the chairs on both sides full of people, but many people were also standing in the hall to watch the excitement, making the spacious hall feel somewhat crowded.
It was thanks to Fang Duobing's help that Wu You was able to sit next to Li Lianhua and Fang Duobing in the second row. Although it was a corner seat, at least there was a seat.
Otherwise, Wu You wouldn't have a seat; he would just be standing in the lobby, and probably wouldn't even be able to get a good spot near the front.
These seats are probably reserved for martial arts masters, young masters, or people of high reputation.
Wu You looked around. He didn't recognize most of these martial arts figures; he could only vaguely recognize a few. At the front was a platform with several steps, upon which sat four chairs: Xiao Zijin, Ji Hanfo, and Jiang Baihe.
I didn't see Shi Shui and Yun Biqiu, nor did I see Qiao Wanmian. I don't know who the remaining seat was reserved for.
The Four Gates are being revived, and the position of sect leader is being passed down, yet they haven't even displayed Li Xiangyi's portrait or set up an incense burner for everyone to worship. Thumbs down.
When the auspicious time arrived, Xiao Zijin stood up from her seat.
Someone was about to speak, and everyone spontaneously fell silent, instantly quieting the previously noisy hall.
"Gentlemen, during the ten years of silence of the Four Views Sect, many changes have taken place in the martial world. Now, the remnants of the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance are still harboring evil intentions and are causing chaos in the martial world. It is our duty to eliminate this scourge and quell the chaos."
"Rebuilding Sigumen is also to reunite all our old and new friends, and work together to eradicate evil and heresy in the martial arts world."
"I, Xiao, am of limited talent and ability, yet I am entrusted with this heavy responsibility. It is a great honor to have been recommended by all my old and new allies. I cannot refuse your kind invitation, so I will temporarily assume the duties of sect leader. Today, I announce this to the martial world, and I ask for the support of all my friends, old and new."
"Congratulations! I will certainly do my best to help."
Many martial arts practitioners sitting in the audience stood up and spoke in unison.
Many people, including Li Lianhua and her group, did not stand up.
He himself admitted that he was not very knowledgeable, yet he still wanted to become the leader of the Four Gates Sect. Wasn't he afraid of leading the martial arts world astray?
However, Xiao Zijin's words stirred up the emotions of many passionate young people, making them feel excited and energized.
"We are willing to join the Sigu Sect, uphold the legacy of our predecessors, and go through fire and water without hesitation."
Once someone takes the lead, others will follow.
Count me in.
"Count me in too."
"And me too."
"I'll join."
"I."
......
This scene stirred Fang Duobing's blood, and he wanted to join in as well.
"Wan Sheng Dao has come to greet you."
Wu You saw Fang Duobing get up but stop halfway.
A loud shout interrupted Fang Duobing's actions and also stopped the many people in front who wanted to join the Sigu Sect.
The crowd made way for him.
"To be appointed as the Alliance Leader."
"To be appointed as the Alliance Leader."
"To be appointed as the Alliance Leader."
"To be appointed as the Alliance Leader."
Many martial arts practitioners who hadn't gotten up before also stood up to greet Feng Qing.
Wu You: This must be Feng Qing, who has mistaken his own Southern Yin bloodline master. I didn't expect him to be so popular among the martial arts world at this time.
However, coming here at this time definitely doesn't mean they have good intentions.
"So it is Alliance Leader Feng who has graced us with his presence. In recent years, my sect has relied on the assistance of Wanshengdao for all its affairs. I, the Headmaster of Nanshan, am deeply grateful."
Feng Qing waved his hand.
"Gentlemen, after the passing of Sect Leader Li, the Si Gu Sect fell apart, which is truly regrettable. Now, the news that Sect Leader Xiao, together with his old friends, is cleaning up the mess and revitalizing the Si Gu Sect has spread throughout the martial arts world."
"My Wansheng Dao will certainly give its full support. My Wansheng Dao has allies all over the martial arts world. Sect Master Xiao, if you have any difficulties, please feel free to speak."
"What Alliance Leader Feng says is true."
"Exactly."
"Yes."
Fang Duobing scoffed at this.
"This isn't a congratulatory visit; it's clearly a declaration of who's the boss."
"Alliance Leader Feng, you are too kind. In recent years, I have been less involved in the affairs of the martial world. I am very pleased to hear of the rise of the Wansheng Sect. The way of chivalry in the martial world should be like a river flowing from one another."
"Back then, my Wanshengdao was entrusted with a mission in a time of crisis, and I did my best to contribute my meager strength for the safety of the martial world. I never expected that this sincerity would be recognized and supported by various sects, which is why my Wanshengdao has gradually grown stronger over the past ten years."
"As the saying goes, the capable are often burdened with many tasks. I have come here today for two reasons: first, to congratulate the Si Gu Sect, and second, to say to my fellow martial artists that if any of you ever encounter difficulties in the future, please come to my Wan Sheng Dao. I will go through fire and water for you without hesitation."
"What Alliance Leader Feng said is well said."
"Yes."
"Yes."
"Yes."
Feng Qing's words were met with unanimous praise from everyone present.
It was obvious to everyone that Xiao Zijin's face was pale and she looked quite unwell.
"The chivalrous code upheld by Wanshengdao is in the same lineage as Sigumen. I believe that if we work together, we will surely be able to fight against the powerful enemy and eradicate the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance's Flying Sound."
"Of course, Si Gu Sect will not let everyone down. We are willing to share our unique secret techniques and rare elixirs with you."
"Okay."
"That's great news!"
"I never expected so many good things to happen today."
"Yes."
"Yes."
"Hahaha."
This is visibly much louder than the previous discussions.
Fang Duobing couldn't stand it anymore and quietly complained to Li Lianhua and Wu You.
"If my master Li Xiangyi were still alive, would he be happy to hear this?"
"what happened?"
"This isn't the martial arts world; it's a battle for profits!"
"If the revival of the Four Gates is not for the sake of unity and righteousness in the martial arts world, but rather to tear the various factions apart, is there any point in it?"
"What nonsense are you spouting, you brat?"
Unexpectedly, the person sitting next to me overheard this and shouted it out, attracting everyone's attention.
"What's it to you?"
Fang Duobing retorted directly.
"you......"
Did I say something wrong?
Even Li Lianhua couldn't stand Fang Duobing's personality anymore. Without considering the occasion, she stood up and tried to smooth things over.
"In my humble opinion, the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance's demands are still unclear. If we continue to fight each other under the current circumstances, it will only drag the various factions into conflict. Therefore, I suggest that we do not create unnecessary trouble for the various factions."
"Evil and heretical sects should be punished by everyone. If we don't eradicate them as soon as possible, are we going to wait for them to dominate the martial arts world?"
At this moment, Xiao Zijin was angry with someone and had nowhere to vent her anger. She turned around and found a punching bag standing next to her.
"Upholding justice in the martial arts world was the original intention of our late master, Li Xiangyi, in founding the Sigu Sect. Do you have any objections?"
"It's pointless, I wouldn't dare."
Li Lianhua waved her hand, sat back down in her chair, and bent down to straighten the hem of her clothes, which had become a little disheveled from standing up.
Xiao Zijin, standing on the stage, widened her eyes upon seeing Li Lianhua's actions, as if she had realized something.
Seeing Xiao Zijin staring intently at Li Lianhua, Wu You, who was behind her, began to speculate.
......
In the courtyard, Li Lianhua, who had come out for some fresh air, met Qiao Wanmian.
"Would you like to stay?"
“Ah-Mian, I never intended to stay.”
"Sigumen has only just begun to revive, and you're already leaving? You really don't want it anymore?"
"I'm no longer a wanderer of the martial world. Besides, the Four Gazes Sect already has its own owner."
"So, you don't object to Xiao Zijin becoming the new sect leader?"
“I have never objected. Ah-Mian, I have always told you the truth and I have never lied to you.”
"So, where are you planning to go?"
"You're still worrying about this? You've forgotten, I have a small house where I can go wherever I want. With clear skies and azure seas, I can go out to sea or climb mountains."
"I have savings at home and a dog under the bed, so you don't need to worry about me."
"It's good, but I'm still all alone."
"Who said it's just one person? Putting aside that clingy Fang Duobing, I'm planning to take Wu You with me wherever I go."
“Youyou? That’s true. But although I saw her with you before, when I was alone with her, I found that she preferred to stay in a quiet corner.”
"Although Youyou sometimes dislikes crowds, she sometimes has a special fondness for joining in the fun."
"That's just how she is, isn't it contradictory? If she wants to join in the fun, I'll take her sightseeing and exploring. If she wants peace and quiet, we'll find a scenic spot and stay there for a while."
"If there's something I want to do, she'll be there for me."
"I can't believe it. You've really changed a lot in ten years. You're willing to change yourself for someone like this."
"You know what, ten years have passed in the blink of an eye. But, it's not a sin to live a different kind of life, is it?"
"Besides, it's windy and a bit cold up here on the mountain, which I don't like either."
"Are you still afraid of the cold?"
"Ah-Mian, I'm a human, not a ghost, of course I'm afraid."
Qiao Wanmian chuckled softly.
“You never mentioned this before, and I didn’t realize it at first. You are really so different from Xiang Yi.”
"He never complains of being tired, but he has a bad temper and a short temper."
Li Lianhua felt no qualms about criticizing her past self.
"He always has something to do, he almost never sleeps, he spends a lot of money, likes to give orders, and is always bossing people around, yet he always manages to accomplish something spectacular."
"Xiang Yi never forgives anyone."
"As for me, I'm very poor. I only have enough money to get by, even though it's all given to me by Wu You. I also like to find a quiet place to sleep, which is quite nice, and I don't have any enemies there."
"I forgot to tell you, you know what, in the past ten years, I've learned to cook, grow flowers, and even sew. I think it's really pretty good."
"I have to help Zijin deal with this now, so I have to go. Let me see the flowers you planted when I have the chance."
You absolutely must come!
"Ah."
Qiao Wanmian headed towards the hall, while Li Lianhua remained in place to keep watch.
At the corner ahead, Wu You and Fang Duobing calmly ate sunflower seeds, watching the scene in the courtyard.
If Wu You had any thoughts, it would be that the two people in the courtyard were laughing so happily; Li Lianhua had never smiled so brightly at him before.
Even though I can't hear anything, the scene is still quite beautiful, it's a pity I'm not the one in the picture.
The two of them weren't eating sunflower seeds with each other, but rather with Xiao Zijin, who was standing a little ahead of them, hiding behind a pillar.
Li Lianhua and Qiao Wanmian were having a very pleasant conversation, which infuriated Xiao Zijin. She didn't know if he had heard the conversation, but Wu You didn't see him leave.
Several times I saw him take a step forward, then pull his foot back.
Wu You and Fang Duobing made a bet on whether Xiao Zijin would go out and confront Li Lianhua and Qiao Wanmian.
After the two people in front of her finished their conversation, Xiao Zijing stubbornly refused to leave that place. Seeing Qiao Wanmian approaching, Xiao Zijing quickly avoided Qiao Wanmian's gaze and headed towards the hall.
Wu You and Fang Duobing hid around the corner and heard Xiao Zijin and Qiao Wanmian's footsteps passing by one after the other, heading towards the hall.
"What are you two doing hiding here? It's time to go back."
Just as Qiao Wanmian's figure disappeared from sight, Li Lianhua's voice came from behind.
"Li Lianhua, what brings you here? Weren't you just inside the yard a moment ago?"
Fang Duobing was startled by Li Lianhua's sudden appearance.
"You just arrived. Why are you reacting so strongly? Did you do something wrong?"
"No, no, we're going back."
Fang was ill and fled in good health.
"Aren't you afraid of scaring him?"
"They're thick-skinned and tough, they won't scare you. If you want to see them next time, you can stand closer, or you can go directly to them."
"No, no, no, I didn't."
Wu You quickly denied it, saying that peeping and getting caught was really too embarrassing.
"Fang Duobing and I are just waiting for you here. I'm afraid that if we stand too close, you might talk about things that are not suitable for Fang Duobing and me to hear, and that would be bad."
Wu Youyi spoke with righteous indignation.
"Okay, whatever you say. Let's go."
"oh oh."
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Lotus Tower Small Theater
Fang Duobing: Wu You, if we stand here and watch, we won't be able to hear anything inside even if we're peeping.
Wu You: Please speak properly. We just happened to be standing under the eaves eating sunflower seeds. We weren't peeping.
Fang Duobing: Perhaps we should go over there to find out why their eyes are always looking that way.
Wu You: It just so happens that the scenery over there is nice. I don't want to know or bother anyone. There's just someone over there making sunflower seeds.
Fang Duobing: You're right, you're absolutely right.