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Wei Tianqing's knife really came out of the blue. Although Chu Huan was an extremely cautious person, he was not at all prepared for Wei Tianqing's attack beforehand. Seeing that Wei Tianqing's knife came unexpectedly, Chu Huan's heart sank At this moment, the wolf-like vigilance hidden in his bones burst out, he pushed his right heel violently, and the whole person has already retreated, the speed is as fast as a ghost.

Wei Tianqing is worthy of being the commander of the imperial guards. When Chu Huan retreated, his figure followed Chu Huan's retreat like a shadow, and his sword was sharp in his hand.

At this moment, snowflakes were already falling in the sky, and Chu Huan's expression was stern. At this moment, he didn't know why Wei Tianqing made a sudden attack, but he felt it was very strange, and he was even a little surprised: "Could it be that they already know who I am?" Killing intent.

Wei Tianqing slashed seven times in a row, one slash was fiercer than the other, and his moves were weird. Although Chu Huan was surprised, he responded calmly and did not fight back, but tried his best to dodge.

After the seven sabers, Wei Tianqing withdrew his saber abruptly, instead of continuing to press, he laughed, turned around, and said respectfully, "My lord, what do you think?"

Governor Qiao Mingtang had already clapped his hands, with a satisfied smile on his face, he nodded and said: "What Wei Tongzhi said is indeed true. Chu Huan is quick-witted and has extraordinary skills, but he is not an ordinary person. Young hero, young hero! "

Chu Huan stood firm, clenched his fists, and frowned slightly. He didn't know why, but Wei Tianqing had already put the knife on his waist, cupped his hands and said, "Brother Chu, I've offended you. The governor wants to see your skills." , you react quickly, even dodging me seven times, it is rare to have a talent like you in the entire Imperial Guard, and you have not let us down!"

It was only then that Chu Huan realized that Wei Tianqing made a sudden move because he wanted to test his skills in front of Governor Qiao.

Governor Qiao walked forward slowly. Chu Huan didn't look directly at him just now, but he didn't see his face clearly, but now he can see clearly. Like a crown jade, it looks extremely elegant.

This person must have been a handsome man when he was young, but now that he is older, he is still handsome and graceful.

Chu Huan met Mrs. Qiao, and remembered that although Mrs. Qiao was well maintained, she was only in her early thirties. In comparison, Governor Qiao was more than ten years older than Mrs. Qiao.

Governor Qiao stared at Chu Huan, and said with a smile, "Chu Huan, Wei Tongzhi recommended you twice to me and praised you for your extraordinary martial arts. When I saw you today, I really did not disappoint you!"

Chu Huan regained his composure, cupped his hands and said, "Your Excellency, the governor is too famous!"

Governor Qiao shook his head and said, "It's not too bad. I understand Wei Tongzhi's martial arts. If it's an ordinary person who suddenly draws a knife, let alone avoiding it, he won't even be able to react." Xuehua, Governor Qiao said with a smile: "Follow me and talk in the hall!" His voice was soft, and as a governor, the imperial court's official in frontiers, he didn't have much official airs.

Governor Qiao carried the birdcage and led Chu Huan into a nearby house. The fire was raging inside, and two maidservants waited on him. After sitting down, he pointed to the chair beside him and said in a gentle voice, "Sit down!"

Chu Huan looked at Wei Tianqing, Wei Tianqing had already smiled and said, "Brother Chu, my lord is modest, if you can come and find this place, you don't have to be restrained." He took the lead to sit down on the chair next to him. Seeing this, Chu Huan said, Also sat down.

As a governor, Qiao Mingtang was able to be so humble to a villager. At this time, Chu Huan also felt that Qiao Mingtang's success today was not due to luck, and he still had some courage.

"Wei Tongzhi has also told me about your affairs." Qiao Mingtang stroked his beard and said, "You have done a lot of credit for saving Madam, and I am here to express my gratitude to you!"

Chu Huan clasped his hands and shook his head, "It was the Wei Tongzhi who fought bloody battles to save Madam, and the grassroots dare not take credit for it!"

When Qiao Mingtang heard this, his eyes showed a bit of admiration, and even Wei Tianqing also showed a look of satisfaction.

Wei Tianqing showed a look of relief, not because Chu Huan attributed the credit to him, but because he felt that Chu Huan was really smart. An important factor in the event.

The officialdom is the most gloomy place in the world. When the wind is calm, everyone seems to have a smiling face, but once the storm breaks out, everyone's expression will become extremely ferocious.

Therefore, in the officialdom, the most important thing is to be able to observe the situation, to be able to clearly judge the situation, to be able to know how to advance and retreat, and as a subordinate, the most important thing is to have the awareness of not taking credit for pride.

Once meritorious, attribute the credit to the boss, not only will you not lose the reward you have won, but you can often get even more because of your wit.

After hearing Chu Huan's humble words, these two officials felt that Chu Huan was a sensible person. Such a talent, as long as he was cultivated a little, he would definitely be a useful talent.

At this moment, the servant girl has already served the tea. Qiao Mingtang picked up the teacup, picked up the tea cover, blew on the powdered tea from the tea noodles, and said with a smile, "This is the Yuqian Dragon Well Tea given to Madam by the former tea merchant. It is very rare. , try them all!"

These words sounded innocent, but Chu Huan understood that when tea merchants came to give gifts, they couldn't just give some tea leaves to Mrs. Qiao.

Just thinking about it, Qiao Mingtang was able to say this lightly, but it didn't seem too tricky. I'm afraid he really just collected some tea in the name of his wife.

A few catties of tea leaves are naturally not regarded as embezzlement and bribery.

Thinking about it, Yunshan Mansion seems to be calm, but there are distinct factions in the officialdom. Qiao Mingtang is naturally cautious in his position, and will never be caught easily.

Chu Huan picked up the teacup and opened the lid, only to see that the water was clear and green, with a few pieces of tea leaves floating in it, and a faint fragrance wafted out to refresh one's heart and soul. Incessantly, although not strong, it is like the fragrance of flowers and plants in the Sanchun field, which lingers for a long time and cannot go back.

Chu Huan remembered that in the Su Mansion, the tea Lin Lang brewed was also Yuqian Longjing, and it seemed to have the same fragrance. After tasting it at that time, it was very delicious. It seems that wealthy people like to study the tea ceremony.

After taking a sip of Yuqian Longjing, Qiao Mingtang put down the teacup, stared at Chu Huan and said with a smile, "Chu Huan, Wei Tongzhi is a person whom I highly value. It’s not small, but the official employs people, not because of kindness, the imperial guards are elite soldiers of the imperial court, whether they are generals or soldiers, if you want to enter the imperial guards, you must have real skills!”

Chu Huan looked calm, nodded and said: "What the governor said is true!"

"But today, I have seen your kung fu with my own eyes, and it is not weaker than the generals in the imperial guards." Governor Qiao said with a smile: "However, it is difficult to convince the public that you are suddenly promoted to generals. You should practice a lot in the Imperial Guard, wait until you have made contributions, and then gradually improve, so that you can win the hearts of the people!" Looking at Wei Tianqing, he said: "Wei control system, it is better to let Chu Huan be a schoolmaster in the Imperial Guard Wei, if you make a contribution, are you slowly promoting Chu Huan?"

Wei Tianqing naturally knew that this captain was the lowest rank of general in the imperial guards, starting from the captain, followed by Yajiang, Weijiang, Langjiang and finally the commanding officer.

The lieutenant can manage fifteen or sixteen people, and he heard what Qiao Mingtang meant. Since Qiao Mingtang asked him to be promoted, he had actually promised Chu Huan that he would ensure that he would be promoted step by step in the future.

He really wanted to get up to answer, but he heard a charming voice say: "Captain? Qiao Mingtang, is your wife's life worth only one captain?" Amidst the voice, several people came out from the side door, surrounded by several servant girls A beautiful woman came quickly.

This beautiful woman has green eyebrows and creamy skin. When she walks over, she is graceful and elegant. Her cloud-shaped temples highlight her nobility. Her pair of phoenix eyes show that she has a bit of arrogance. She is showing a little anger at this time, and her small lotus steps are extremely agile. walked over.

Chu Huan recognized it at a glance. The beautiful woman who came suddenly was Mrs. Qiao, who had been in distress together before. Today, she was dressed in fur and a pink cloak. Although she was over thirty, she was well-maintained. Excellent, the skin is fair and smooth, tender, and the appearance is also very beautiful, with the charming charm that mature women only have between the brows.

Qiao Mingtang's complexion changed slightly, and he had already stood up. A dignified governor actually bowed slightly, and said with a smile, "Madam, you...why are you here too?"

Mrs. Qiao glanced at him, and said calmly: "Benefactor is here, can I hide in the room and see you?" She actually came forward, wished Chu Huan a blessing, and said with a sweet smile: "Benefactor is here!" I am grateful for the life-saving grace, and today I am fortunate enough to thank you face to face."

Seeing it from the side, Qiao Mingtang was still a little dissatisfied. No matter how you say it, Mrs. Qiao is a dignified wife of the governor, with a noble status. Although Chu Huan has kindness, she is still a villager. Mrs. Qiao saluted Chu Huan, which is a sign of dignity Confused.

It's just that Governor Qiao dotes on Mrs. Qiao and is somewhat afraid, so he doesn't dare to say anything, but his expression is a little weird.

Chu Huan had already stood up, and said politely, "Don't dare, how is Madam?"

Mrs. Qiao was born in a family of officials. She has an arrogant temperament and has a temper, but her heart is not bad and she knows how to be polite. The last time she was kidnapped actually caused her great psychological shock. Occasionally thinking of that horrible scene, she felt a little After being afraid, I was even more grateful to Wei Tianqing and Chu Huan.

She has a carefree temper, but she is not stupid. She escaped danger by herself, relying entirely on Wei Tianqing and Chu Huan, but in Mrs. Qiao's mind, Wei Tianqing and Chu Huan were different.

Wei Tianqing is not only the commander of the imperial guards, but also the head of the guards of the governor's mansion. Mrs. Qiao returned to Taiyuan to visit relatives, and Wei Tianqing was sent to protect her. From Mrs. Qiao's point of view, she already had the duty of a guard, and Wei Tianqing has been working under Qiao Mingtang, and Mrs. Qiao also regards him as a subordinate, so Wei Tianqing has merit, and from Mrs. Qiao's point of view, it is her duty.

But Chu Huan was different.

In Mrs. Qiao's view, Chu Huan is someone who draws his sword to help when the road is injustice. Although Mrs. Qiao came from an official family since she was a child, she is like many women in her heart, admiring the kind of chivalrous man who is happy to be kind and hate when the road is injustice.

There are many stories about chivalrous men throughout the ages.

Killing a person in ten steps, never staying behind for thousands of miles, brushing off your clothes when the matter is over, hiding your achievements and fame!

In people's minds, chivalrous men are free and easy, Madam Qiao naturally heard such stories from time to time, but she was always under safe protection, and was in a family of officials, so it was difficult to see the legendary chivalrous men.

And when Chu Huan saved herself last time, Chu Huan's original intention may not have been to save her, but in her opinion, Chu Huan is the kind of righteous knight who travels thousands of miles with a sword, so Mrs. Qiao has a special feeling for Chu Huan. She has a deep affection, and it is precisely because of this that she personally salutes Chu Huan to thank him as the governor's wife.