I just want to torture you to death, don't force me to beat you to death

Chapter 138 Another old friend dies

The wedding banquet was carried out in an orderly manner.

As the newlyweds Huang Xuan and Zhu Manting toasted, the atmosphere was restored.

But everyone knew that the biggest limelight of this wedding banquet was already taken by that man.

After accepting the toast from the newlyweds, Chu Ning left the hall.

It's not that they are afraid of stealing the limelight from the newcomers, but that the same is true for other foundation-building experts. The upcoming banquet has nothing to do with big guys like them.

Chu Ning did not leave Feijian Villa, but was personally invited by Zhu Zhenying to drink tea in the backyard.

Zhu Zhenying's original arrangement was that he would entertain the late-stage foundation-building monks, and if the other foundation-building monks had not left yet, his son would entertain them on his behalf.

There were only seven foundation-building monks who stayed, and they all had good relationships with Feijian Villa. Those with average relationships left directly after drinking the toast from the newcomers.

"Friend Chu Dao..."

The disciples below offered tea. Just as Zhu Zhenying was about to speak, his son walked in.

"Fellow Daoist Chu, Zhang Jinghe, the leader of the Shangyuan Sect, wants to see you."

Zhu Shiming was responsible for entertaining the foundation-building monks who had not left. Among the seven monks, Zhang Jinghe had not left yet, which made him a little surprised. In the end, he did not expect that Zhang Jinghe stayed because he wanted to see Chu Ning.

Seeing Chu Ning's puzzled expression, Zhu Shiming explained: "Just now, Head Zhang asked me privately about Fellow Daoist Chu's name. Head Zhang knows the name of Fellow Daoist Chu."

Listening to Zhu Shiming's words, Chu Ning became even more curious. Does he know his name?

When he left Liang Chao, he was only in the late stage of Qi Condensation, and he was still in the late stage of Qi Condensation with little reputation. Logically speaking, Zhang Jinghe should not know about him.

"Please invite Master Zhang to come in and talk."

Zhu Shiming nodded and went out. Zhu Zhenying pondered for a moment and said: "Zhang Jinghe is the leader of the Shangyun Sect. He broke through to the late stage of foundation construction five years ago and has a lifespan of about 50 years."

"The mountain gate of Shangyun Sect is established at the junction of Raozhou and Fengzhou. It has many disciples, but there is only one Master Zhang who is a foundation-building monk."

Chu Ning narrowed his eyes slightly. The mountain gate is at the junction of Raozhou and Fengzhou, so did Head Zhang know his details through Raozhou?

After a while, Zhu Shiming led Zhang Jinghe into the courtyard.

"It is indeed Fellow Daoist Chu. I had some guesses in the hall at that time, but I didn't dare to confirm it."

Zhang Jinghe entered the courtyard and did not follow the polite procedures. He knew that Chu Ning must be full of doubts at this moment, so he spoke directly.

"My master and I have a good relationship, and we are considered brothers."

Chu Ning was stunned, is he worthy of his master and brother?
One is in the late stage of foundation building, and the other is in the middle stage of elixir formation. They seem to be quite different.

But maybe someone’s family doesn’t have a few poor relatives or something like that. As long as you keep moving forward in your cultivation, there will always be some friends who haven’t kept up.

Chu Ning quickly stood up from the chair. The rules of respecting teachers should still be followed.

Zhu Zhenying and his son were also shocked. Zhang Jinghe had such a powerful brother?

They didn't know Chu Ning's background, but they were certain that if he had a master, he would definitely be a strong one in the Golden Core realm.

This picture of Jinghe is quite hidden. He has such a relationship and no news has been revealed to the outside world.

Seeing Chu Ning standing up respectfully, and seeing the expressions of Zhu Zhenying and his son, Zhang Jinghe's heart skipped a beat. He realized that his words had caused a misunderstanding.

Chu Ning must have thought that the master he was talking about was his master at the Golden Core Realm.

"Ahem, my fellow Taoist Chu Master Liu from Raozhou and I are brothers. Brother Liu respectfully calls me brother."

Zhang Jinghe explained quickly, and the corner of Chu Ning's mouth twitched.

Are you brothers with your teacher?
You, a late-stage Foundation Establishment student, are brothers to my teacher?

My teacher is currently in the late stage of Qi Condensation at best, which is even more unreliable than being a brother to a strong Jindan person.

As soon as his mind turned around, Chu Ning probably guessed what was going on.

This head Zhang knew that he was asking about Jin City, so he chose to be brothers with his teacher.

"I see, since I am the elder brother of the teacher, I am also the elder Chu Ning. Head Zhang, please take a seat."

Whether he is a teacher or a master, Chu Ning respects him equally. Since the teacher recognizes Zhang Jinghe as a brother, he must give Zhang Jinghe enough respect.

On the contrary, the Zhu family father and son were confused by Zhang Jinghe's words.

Chu Ning's master in Raozhou, are there any strong Jindan experts in Raozhou?

"Tomorrow I will return to Raozhou with Master Zhang. It has been a long time since I saw the teacher."

"it is good."

Zhang Jinghe agreed. He didn't leave immediately after the banquet because he was waiting for Chu Ning's words.

At the same time, he also understood that the underlying meaning of Chu Ning's words was that he should not talk about other things for now and wait until tomorrow on the road.

"Fellow Daoist Zhu, what's the situation over at Qingfu Sect?"

Chu Ning looked at Zhu Zhenying. Fu Shichun was killed by him, and Fu Yanxing was also killed by Zhu Shiming who was chasing him out. It can be said that he has formed a deadly feud with the Qingfu Sect.

"There is another elder in the Qingfu Sect who is in the middle stage of foundation building, but his relationship with Fu Shichun and his son is not very good. When the previous sect leader of the Qingfu Sect was still alive, this person competed with Fu Shichun for the position of sect leader, but failed in the end. ”

Zhu Zhenying's words made Chu Ning understand.

The elder wished that Fu Shichun and his son were dead, so that the Qingfu Sect would belong to him.

"I will pay attention to what is going on over at Qingfu Sect. If anything goes wrong, I will deal with it as soon as possible."

Zhu Zhenying's words were to give Chu Ning reassurance that Feijian Villa would wrap up the matter at Qingfu Sect, so he didn't have to worry too much.

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The next day.

Huang Xuan and Zhu Manting, the newlyweds, sent Chu Ning to the gate of Huang Mansion.

"There is no need to send it away anymore. If you send it to me, it will only delay my speed."

Chu Ning waved her hand, and Huang Xuan and Zhu Manting looked at each other helplessly. These words were true, but they sounded a little heartbreaking.

"Practice well. People should look forward and don't stay immersed in the past."

Patting Huang Xuan on the shoulder, Chu Ning said meaningfully, Huang Xuan just has too much sense of responsibility, which is not a good thing.

But with his appearance in the main hall yesterday, the Huang family's future will be smooth for a long time, which can be regarded as relieving this kid's pressure a little.

"Brother Chu, I know."

Huang Xuan nodded heavily, and Chu Ning turned to Zhu Manting: "If this kid is stubborn, beat him."

"Listen to Brother Chu." Zhu Manting smiled sweetly.

"go in."

Chu Ning raised his hand for the last time, and he disappeared on the spot.

Huang Xuan looked at Chu Ning's disappearing figure, with a touch of melancholy on his face. Brother Chu was always like this, and nothing seemed to affect his state of mind.

Zhu Manting held her husband's hand. She didn't know what the story was between her husband and Brother Chu, but she knew that after Brother Chu appeared, her husband's energy and energy were much better than before. .

Although her former husband couldn't tell from the outside, he was always hiding things in his heart. She could feel the gloom in her husband's heart.

Now that the rain has passed and the sky has cleared, the gloom is gone.

After leaving the city, Chu Ning saw Zhang Jinghe waiting at the pavilion outside the city.

"I have kept Master Zhang waiting for a long time."

"I have just arrived. I drank too much with Daoist Zhu yesterday and almost missed the time I agreed with Daoist Chu."

Zhang Jinghe laughed, and the two of them drove flying swords towards Raozhou.

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Raozhou, Chen family.

The elders of the Chen family gathered together. As a second-rate force, the Chen family had nothing to do with Feijian Villa, so no one was invited to the wedding banquet.

But what happened in the villa last night has already spread to Raozhou.

Now, these elders are discussing the origin of the mysterious middle-stage foundation-building powerhouse, whether it will affect the current situation of the Liang Dynasty, and how the Chen family should deal with it.

"Homeowner."

The Chen family members guarding outside the parliament hall quickly saluted when they saw Chen Jingwu.

Chen Jingwu is now in the late stage of Qi Condensation. He became the head of the Chen family as early as three years ago when he broke through to the late stage of Qi Condensation.

"Elders, what is there to discuss about this matter? If someone can kill a strong person in the late stage of foundation building, even if it causes a situation like the Liang Dynasty, can our Chen family be able to stop it?"

As soon as Chen Jingwu came in, he was speechless when he saw several elders discussing carefully.

"Jingwu, although our Chen family can only be regarded as a second-rate force, there are no eggs left behind when the nest is overthrown. If chaos really breaks out, our Chen family cannot stay out of it."

"Jingwu, our Chen family has been able to inherit the inheritance for hundreds of years, so we must predict the possible risks in advance and be prepared to deal with them, so that we will not be helpless when the time comes."

Several elders were somewhat dissatisfied with Chen Jingwu's attitude. Just because something didn't happen now doesn't mean it won't happen in the future. When leading a family, one must consider what will happen in the next 20 years.

"Elders, I think you are right if another powerful foundation-building monk comes in. We need to discuss it first, but the key is that this foundation-building monk will not do any harm to our Chen family."

After Chen Jingwu received the news from the capital, he immediately knew who the mysterious foundation-building monk surnamed Chu was.

Who else could be there besides Chu Ning?
He has an intersection with Huang Xuan, and he has foundation building strength, and his surname is Chu...

How can there be so many coincidences.

"Jingwu, what you mean is..."

An elder reacted: "Are you saying that the mysterious foundation-building monk is Chu Ning?"

"Who else could be there besides him?" Chen Jingwu spread his hands and asked.

"The level is not up to par. Chu Ning has only been building the foundation for a long time. How could he break through to the middle stage of the foundation building so quickly, let alone kill the late stage of the foundation building."

The reason why the elders of the Chen family did not think about Chu Ning was because their strength was not up to par.

According to the guesses of these elders, this mysterious foundation-building expert has been practicing for at least a hundred years, which is only reasonable.

"What's wrong with this? Chu Ning has only been practicing martial arts for a few years. Is it reasonable to break through to the late stage of Qi Condensation?"

Chen Jingwu knew that the elders had not changed their minds. When the seal was not lifted, Chu Ning became a master in a few years. Isn't this also unreasonable?
Since there are already unreasonable examples in the past, why can’t they be done in the later ones?
"This one……"

"Jingwu said this, it seems that it is really possible." After Chen Jingwu's reminder, these elders realized that it was not impossible. It can only be said that Chu Ning's cultivation talent is extremely rare and cannot be used. Let’s talk about it based on common sense.

"Whether my guess is correct or not, it won't take long to be verified. If it is Chu Ning, he will definitely come back to see my brother-in-law. The elders don't need to study here."

"Ahem, Jingwu, you kid, you don't know how to respect your elders at all, how can you talk to us?"

Several elders were a little helpless. Jingwu was their favorite successor to the Chen family, so he took the position of head of the family without any suspense.

He may seem reckless, but he is actually as careful as his hair.

As for this incident, none of them thought about Chu Ning, but Jingwu did.

But there is also dissatisfaction, that is, there is not much respect for elders like them.

"If you think I don't respect you enough, then choose another family leader, one who respects you, so that I can practice with peace of mind."

Chen Jingwu curled his lips and strode out of the conference hall. These elders were helpless. They had no choice but to pamper Jingwu to this point. Now they can only bear the pain themselves.

"Look what I did. When Jingwu made a mistake, I wanted to punish him severely. It was you guys who said that if young people don't make mistakes, they are still called young people."

The second elder of the Chen family saw the looks in the other elders' eyes and stared back.

Other elders of the Chen family:...

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Raozhou City.

After Chu Ning entered the city, he went directly to his teacher's house.

Zhang Jinghe was separated from Chu Ning when they were in Raozhou, and Chu Ning finally understood why Zhang Jinghe knew about him.

It turned out that a disciple of the Shangyun Sect happened to be asking about Jin Cheng at that time, and he happened to know me.

Although Zhang Jinghe didn't explain why he knew him, Chu Ning could guess it from the location of Shangyun Sect's mountain gate.

At the same time, Chu Ning became aware of the financial resources of the Shangyun Sect. This sect should be quite wealthy, and even one of its disciples could afford communication at the post station. Liang Chaohe asked about the location of Jincheng, and it was still an urgent matter. He needed the spirit Stone is not a small amount.

When the Liang Dynasty came to ask about this city, it would take more than a year to build the foundation, and it would take almost half a year for a strong person in the foundation building period. Even a strong person with golden elixir would take several months to arrive.

In addition to the distance, the main reason why the descendants of the Liang family could not find the Liang Dynasty boundary was that they did not know where to look.

The gate of the Liu Mansion.

Chu Ning did not use her spiritual sense to sense it, but directly knocked on the door.

It was an old man who opened the door.

The old man looked at Chu Ning for a few times and asked with some uncertainty, "May I ask if it's Mr. Chu?"

Chu Ning raised her eyebrows. The teacher knew that he was back.

News from the capital spreads so quickly?

"Mr. Chu, the master and his wife left a message. If you come back, please rush to Liao Captou's home in Daning County."

Seeing the change in Chu Ning's expression, the old man confirmed that this was Mr. Chu.

Chu Ning's expression changed: "Okay, I'll be there right away."

Did something happen to Lao Liao?

Jin Le also said some time ago that Lao Liao was in good health.

Chu Ning frowned, but it was time for tea when he arrived in Daning County.

Daning County had not changed much from before, but when he arrived outside Lao Liao's house, his consciousness swept away, and a wry smile appeared on his face.

Over the years, the place where Lao Liao lives has not been changed, except for the addition of a yard.

At this moment, there were many people standing in the yard, all looking solemnly at Lao Liao, who was being supported by a middle-aged woman.

Chu Ning pushed open the door and entered.

The sound of pushing the door attracted the attention of everyone in the courtyard. When they saw Chu Ning, except for Liu Junshan and Chen Jingyi, who had expected it, and their expressions were relatively calm, everyone else's expressions were shocked.

"Chu...Master Chu!"

It was Liu Da who spoke. Now Liu Da is almost fatter than before. His fair skin is no longer as dark as before, and the clothes he wears are all expensive silks and satins.

As early as six years ago, Liu Dabi became the leader of the Sanzhu Gang, and the original gang leader Li Yunshu Jinpan successfully abdicated.

"teacher."

Chu Ning first greeted his teacher, then nodded towards Liu Da, and then looked at Lao Liao.

With his current state, he could already see that Lao Liao was running out of gas and his life was at an end.

"Chu... Chu Ning, Lord Liu just said that you might be on your way back to Daning County. I was joking with Lord Liu. You knew that I, Lao Liao, was leaving, so you came back to see me off."

Lao Liao's eyes were a little blurry, and he raised his skinny hand. Chu Ning stepped forward and held Lao Liao's hand, and the spiritual energy flowed into Lao Liao's body along the palm of his hand.

As the spiritual energy entered his body, Lao Liao's eyes began to focus.

"This is the aura of a strong foundation-building master. I never thought that I, old Liao, would be able to enjoy the aura of a strong foundation-building master in this life. This life is worth it."

Lao Liao looked at Chu Ning and smiled happily.

"Old Liao, you are really not interesting. I plan to go back to Daning County to stay for a while, and I will take you to listen to Xiaoxiang's opera every day."

"Xiaoxiang has stopped singing operas a long time ago. If you want to listen, you can only listen to Xiaoxiang's apprentices singing operas."

The middle-aged woman who was supporting Lao Liao wiped the tears from her eyes and said, "Uncle Liao, Mr. Chu, I can sing."

The middle-aged woman is Xiaoxiang back then.

Lao Liao shook his head. Chu Ning didn't really want to listen to the show. He just patted Lao Liao's hand and said nothing.

Since he came to the other world, there have been two and a half masters, and this half master is Lao Liao.

In the first three months when he first joined the patrol room, Lao Liao taught him step by step some of the rules of being a police officer. He could understand these rules himself, but it would take more time.

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Two days later, Lao Liao left.

There was no big banquet, and not many people offered incense. The burial place was chosen a few years ago by Lao Liao.

A new tomb was erected outside Daning County.

Chu Ning poured three glasses of wine for Lao Liao and stood in front of Lao Liao's grave for a quarter of an hour. He didn't say anything, and he really had nothing to say.

Lao Liao left without regrets. As for his current situation, Lao Liao may not even understand.

"Another one has been sent away."

The breeze blew away Chu Ning's sigh. Chu Ning disappeared in front of Lao Liao's grave. When he reappeared, he was already in front of the old aunt's grave.

More than ten years have passed, and the old aunt's grave is clean and clear of any weeds.

Chu Ning also learned from Lao Liao that Liu Da would bring his children to visit his old aunt's grave every year.

During the years when the old aunt lived with Liu Da's family, Liu Da's children were very close to the old aunt. On the contrary, the two grandnephews of the old aunt did not come to visit her again in the fifth year after the death of the old aunt. The old aunt has swept the grave.

"Old aunt, Xiao Ning came to see you. She hasn't been back for many years. You won't blame Xiao Ning for being unfilial, right?"

Chu Ning didn't pour wine for her old aunt. Ever since her cheap father drowned after drinking, her old aunt hated wine.

Just when Chu Ning appeared in front of her old aunt's grave, in a wooden house not far away, a young man saw this scene. His eyes widened. Thinking of the gang leader's instructions, he immediately sent a firework signal without saying a word.

Chu Ning saw all this but ignored it.

"Xiao Ning has been outside these years. The outside world is wonderful, but also very dangerous. But don't worry, old aunt, Xiao Ning is not a reckless person. He will run away when he encounters someone he can't fight..."

The voice and smile of the old man in the past came to mind one by one.

In less than a quarter of an hour, Liu Da rushed here, carrying a food box for worship. As early as the day before yesterday, when he saw Lord Chu at Liao's house, he knew that Lord Chu would definitely come here.

However, Liu Da did not step forward to interrupt. Instead, he waved away the others and silently stood a hundred meters away with a food box waiting.

Several gang members were shocked and confused when they saw their gang leader's scene.

What is the background of that young man? The gang leader is like a guard, guarding the young man's path and preventing others from getting close.

After saying something in her heart to her old aunt, Chu Ning finally turned around and walked towards Liu Da.

"Master Chu, I know you are here. These are some of the foods that the old lady loved to eat during her lifetime." Liu Da hurriedly took a few steps to greet her.

Chu Ning patted Liu Da on the shoulder: "Liu Da, you are interested. Thank you for taking care of my old aunt's grave for me."

"Mr. Chu, these words really upset me. Without Mr. Chu, I, Liu Da, would not be where I am today. When the old lady lived in my house, the children in my family were very attached to the old lady and regarded her as a relative. Grandma."

When Liu Da said this, he was still a little uneasy. After all, the old lady's status was unusual. His children regarded the old lady as their grandmother, and Mr. Chu might be unhappy.

"Those kids in your family are pretty good."

Chu Ning smiled slightly, and these words made Liu Da feel relieved.

"Master Chu, just don't blame me." Liu Da also laughed.

Seeing Mr. Chu again this time, Liu Da was full of emotions. Time had not left any trace on Mr. Chu.

Now even ordinary people know that there are monks, and the leader of Liu Da's gang knows even more. For someone as young and immortal as Mr. Chu, there is only one possibility, that is, Mr. Chu has already established the foundation.

A strong foundation-builder can make a state tremble just by stamping his feet.

Now he doesn't dare to expect Master Chu to give him a push. He is already satisfied to become the leader of the Sanzhu Gang.

Sweeping the old lady's grave is indeed to repay Master Chu's kindness.

But he didn't deny that he wanted to pass on his friendship with Mr. Chu to the next generation of children.

And he believed that with Master Chu's wisdom, his little thoughts had already been seen through.

Chu Ning didn't stay with Liu Da for long. He left as soon as he left the bamboo forest on the hillside. He would not leave Daning County so quickly because he would have a chance to meet Liu Da later.

Jijia Town.

Stepping into the town and arriving at Ji Yuanshan's house, Chu Ning felt guilty for the first time.

PS: The update is late. Today is my grandma’s [-]th birthday. I don’t have time during the day, so I can only come back to code at night. To be honest, as the author, I am really afraid of the National Day holiday. Many relatives and friends will choose to hold a banquet on the National Day because the guests are coming. The day after tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, there are two relatives who have a banquet, so I can only work hard to type and save the manuscript.

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