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Chapter 335 is imminent

Everyone didn't expect Shen Yuqing to say something to death as soon as he opened his mouth. Those who didn't know thought it was Li Xuanxuan's instruction to raise the price first, so that he could pay back the money.Only Li Xuanxuan knew it well, and she had not communicated with Shen Yuqing.

Yan Xuancheng shook his head: "Huashan is willing to compensate for all military expenses and losses, but it is absolutely impossible to cede territory."

"No amount of silver can buy back the lives of the Qingcheng disciples and Master Ya." Shen Yuqing said firmly, "In the 90 years since the Kunlun Conference, this is the first time someone has raised an army and violated the border. If we are not severely punished, the Kunlun Conference will exist in name only."

The three factions of Diancang, Huashan and Beggar Clan had communicated privately before the meeting. Yan Xangcheng looked at Zhen Chengxue and Feng Yutiao.Shen Yuqing took the lead, and both of them were a little overwhelmed, but they also understood one thing. If they didn't help Huashan, the compensation from the Beggar Clan and Dian Cang would probably be even more severe.

Feng Yutong said: "This matter needs to be discussed in the long term. Master Shen, Qingcheng's losses do not have to be compensated by ceding land."

Zhen Chengxue also said anxiously: "Indemnity is fine, but ceding territory would be too much."

"Dian Cang still has the nerve to speak?" Li Xuanxuan said coldly, "Dian Cang was the first one to break the rules."

"The wanton war is the work of Zhuge Ran, the traitor of our faction." Zhen Chengxue was not intimidated by Li Xuanxuan's tone. He had already anticipated how Li Xuanxuan would push back, and had already prepared his words, "Zhuge Ran was so happy with his success, he bullied his subordinates and violated the rules of Kunlun's consensus. , He actually laid the foundation for usurping the throne, and Dian Cang was really tired of him. This man covers the sky with one hand, but fortunately, with the blessing of God, I finally eradicated him."

"Since it was Zhuge Ran's fault, why didn't Dian Cang retreat after Zhuge Ran fled?"

"With the strength of the troops together, it is difficult to resolve them suddenly. Dian Cang had already ordered the troops to retreat and sent envoys for peace talks. However, head Li refused to see the envoys, which aggravated the misunderstanding between the two factions. Gu Dongcheng was eager to make meritorious deeds and acted arbitrarily, refusing to retreat. Now Gu Dongcheng He died in Lengshuitan. My Majesty has ordered his family members to be arrested and the Lingshan sect severely punished so that Hengshan can give an explanation. I also ask Master Li to remember that Dian Cang has not looted and treated the people of Hengshan well. "

Gu Dongcheng was a good general and almost withstood the coalition forces of Qingcheng and Hengshan.According to Shen Congfu, Gu Dongcheng almost never disturbed the people of Xiangxi. He was loyal to Dian Cang, but after Dian Cang's defeat, he wanted to use him to resist.This will chill the hearts of his men, Shen Yuqing thought, who will work for Dian Cang on the battlefield in the future?
Feng Yutong also said: "Gang leader Xu was also deceived by Zhuge Ran. Now that the former gang leader is dead, the Beggar Clan is willing to compensate for the loss of Hengshan, but there are more important things now. Leader Li and Peng Qianqi intercepted Gang Leader Xu and gained the position improperly. Isn't that right?" Is this something that Kunlun must discuss together?"

Li Xuanxuan said: "I never heard that Peng Qianqi claimed to be the leader of the gang. This is a family matter of the Beggar Clan. Raising troops is invading the territory." She paused and then said, "Does the Beggar Clan still want to ask Hengshan for assistance?"

Feng Yutong replied shamelessly: "Peng Qianqi has done many evil things. If we can get Hengshan's help to eradicate him, the Beggar Clan will be very grateful. The necessary military supplies will be provided together with compensation."

"Oh!" Xiao Qinggu couldn't help but exclaimed.Everyone looked at him, Xiao Qinggu smiled awkwardly and said: "It's okay! It's okay! I didn't expect Peng Qianqi to be so bad, I was scared." He began to feel that he should not come to this meeting. These people... How should I put it? Calculation is one thing, but the skin is thicker.Ask Hengshan to help fight the stinky wolf. How dare the Beggar Clan dare to say this?If it weren't for his status as Jueru's apprentice and Su Changning's son-in-law, and the two of them had to send him here, he would rather die than get involved in this muddy water.

Xiao Qinggu was just thinking when she saw Yan Xuancheng turning his attention.The two were old acquaintances. Huashan and Songshan had a deep friendship. Shen Yuqing wanted the Hannan land not only to cut Songshan's thigh meat, but also to remove two legs. He understood that Yan Xangcheng asked him for help, but Songshan also sent the little witch to Qingcheng cannot be at odds with Qingcheng, and neither party can be offended. It is difficult for Songshan to express its stance on this matter. Fortunately, Songshan is not one of the Nine Families.

Xiao Qing said: "As for the matters between Huashan and Qingcheng, it is inconvenient for Shaolin to comment. I will discuss everything with the abbot Mingjue."

There was a loud "bang", Jueji slapped the table and stood up, pointed at Xiao Qinggu and said: "What abbot! Jueru is a traitor who has disobeyed and committed crimes, and has no qualifications to represent Shaolin!"

Xiao Qinggu ignored him and continued: "As we all know, Jue Wen is a puppet of Jue Kong and his position is unfair. Xiao came to Hengshan to report to the leader of the alliance and ask all nine people to jointly denounce Jue Kong."

Jueji said: "The three monks of Wenshu Monastery intend to murder the leader of Juekong. The leader is trying to bring order to the chaos. If Juekong is dissatisfied and raises troops to cause chaos, please be aware of it, leader!"

Yu Jien stood up with a smiling face: "Master Jueji, please don't be angry. In my opinion, the two families should sit down and talk, and let Abbot Juewen and Abbot Jueru confront each other. Maybe the misunderstanding will be resolved and there will be less disputes." He The conversation changed and he suddenly added, "But during the Buddha's Tribulation in April, many Wudang people went to Shaoshi Mountain to worship. They were all frightened when they came back. It was said that something happened suddenly. Dead bodies were everywhere, and there seemed to be assassins from the Night List among them. If so, It was the three monks of Wenshu Monastery who rebelled and wanted to harm the leader of Juekong. It is not necessary to use this thunderous method to kill three thousand monks. Even though I believe in Taoism, I feel that this approach is unmerciful."

Jueji heard Yu Jien's intention to protect Jueru and shouted: "What does Shaolin's family affairs have to do with you and Wudang?"

Yu Jien said: "If it is a Shaolin family matter, why would Master come to Hengshan to discuss it together?"

Jueji said angrily: "Are you bribed by Jueru?"

Yu Jien shook his head: "What did the master say? It's just that I am also confused about the April Buddha Tribulation, and I have ordered you not to make any judgments before you find out."

Shen Yuqing shook his head: "The words are getting further and further away. How Huashan compensates Qingcheng is the most important thing. Let the alliance leader decide."

Zhen Chengxue said: "It is not the alliance leader who has the final say regarding the Kunlun discussion. Otherwise, a piece of paper would suffice, so why would we need to summon the nine major families?"

Li Xuanxuan said: "If the alliance leader cannot rule, there is no need for an alliance leader. Why bother to raise troops?"

Zhen Chengxue was robbed of her virginity again, and she said unhappily: "Dian Cang has to deal with the mistake first. If the alliance leader wants any compensation, just tell him."

Li Xuanxuan said: "Dian Cang was the first to raise troops to invade the border. If we want to pay compensation, we must start from Dian Cang."

Shen Yuqing was puzzled. Among the three factions, although Dian Cang was defeated, Huashan was severely damaged compared to the three points of the Beggar Clan. Dian Cang was still strong and was the least afraid of falling out. It would be difficult to win more from Dian Cang's gestures. Benefit.He asked for Hannan from Huashan as soon as he opened his mouth. Huashan refused to take it for granted. However, as long as Dian Cang and the Beggar Gang gave up Huashan for self-protection, they could completely separate the Dian Cang alliance and demand more compensation.

Although he didn't understand Li Xuanxuan's intention, he still said: "Alliance leader, please tell me."

Li Xuanxuan said: "Dian Cang and the Beggar Gang invaded the border of Hengshan. Fortunately, Qingcheng and Tangmen came to help. Diancang paid 500 million taels of silver to Hengshan and 150 million taels to Qingcheng. The land in western Guizhou was ceded to Tangmen. The Beggar Gang allowed people to use it. For the plunder, Hengshan will be compensated 800 million taels and Qingcheng will be compensated 100 million taels. Huashan will be compensated 200 million taels by Qingcheng and the land of Hannan will be ceded. Since leader Xu is dead, there will be no further investigation. Dian Cang needs to hand over Zhuge Ran to Hengshan."

This punishment was severe, and Shen Yuqing immediately understood Li Xuanxuan's intentions.Diancang is rich in jade and is a fertile land for the Beggar Clan. He estimates that the two factions have an annual income of more than 500 million taels including silk, salt, tributes, etc. The nine major families, except Shaolin, have not used troops for a hundred years, and their treasury is rich, so they should be able to support it.However, Huashan is barren, and even with heavy taxes, the annual income is less than 300 million. If the two factions of the Dian Cang Beggar Clan agree to negotiate peace terms, Huashan will be left alone.

Yan Xuancheng stood up suddenly: "Huashan cannot accept the ceding of land! We can negotiate compensation, but not ceding land!"

Li Xuanxuan ignored it and asked, "What do Dian Cang and the Beggar Gang think?"

Zhen Chengxue thought that the land in western Guizhou is not fertile, and there are not many people and sects. Although the border is close to Kunming, the mountains and rivers are dangerous, and Dian Cang can still defend himself. 650 million taels is really painful, and he can't afford to bite the bullet and pay for it. At least he can hang on for a while. tone.Feng Yutong looked troubled. Peng Qianqi occupied Jiangxi, and Pudi seemed to be disobeying orders. Where could these 950 million taels be raised?But now that the Beggar Clan is divided, if it refuses peace talks, it may never recover.

Zhen Chengxue said: "Regarding the conditions of Head Li, Zhuge Ran fled and his whereabouts are still unknown..." He said and looked at Zhu Zhixia, "Dian Cang suspected that Zhuge Ran fled north and has issued a wanted order of Qianliang. This person will definitely be arrested." Captured.”

Zhu Zhixia smiled and said: "I can guarantee that Zhuge Ran has not yet reached Kongtong."

Zhen Chengxue said: "Has Master Zhu asked Third Master?"

Zhu Zhixia still had a smile on his face, not rude, but not sincere: "If Zhuge Ran is really in trouble, Kongtong will not protect him."

Yan Xangcheng was deeply afraid that the Beggar Gang and Dian Cang would agree to terms for their escape, so he loudly said: "Kunlun has jointly agreed to demarcate the boundary, and no inch of land can be changed. This is why we can keep the peace of the nine people. Otherwise, today you will cut off a foot of my land, and tomorrow he will cut off another." There are ten feet behind a foot of land, and there are miles behind a foot. Now the ten-mile battle, and the future hundred-mile battle, will sooner or later rekindle the war of 90 years ago. Head Li, cutting the land is to lay the groundwork for future troubles."

These words were impassioned and striking, and even Shen Yuqing was moved by them, but Shen Yuqing did not let Huashan go lightly because of these words.He also stood up and said loudly: "If Mr. Yan had such ambitions, why did Huashan raise troops to invade our territory? What did the Kunlun Council say? If the territory is violated, the whole world will attack it. Huashan violated the rules first, and then relied on them after the defeat. Why are we talking about protecting ourselves with Kunlun?"

Yu Jien also said: "Although Huashan is used to doing this, you can't just talk about the rules every time it is needed, and pretend it doesn't happen when it's not needed. This is not a matter of a few hateful complaints from all over the country. You want to say that the nine families How many times have boundaries been drawn in Gufendi? Either Shaolin is dissatisfied, or Huashan is dissatisfied, turning it into a wasteland that no one cares about, and the borders of the nine families have never been stable. "

Yan Xangcheng knew that he was wronged, but he still said tenaciously: "Kunlun had a consensus, and the position of alliance leader was undecided. Three leaders died unexpectedly. Gang leader Xu and his father advocated for another discussion, but Hengshan refused. Without the recommendation of the nine families, he cannot be regarded as the true leader of the alliance. "Li Xuanxuan said: "The barbarian invasion is at a critical moment. If the position of alliance leader is hanging in the balance, how can we unite against the barbarians?"

Yan Xuancheng said loudly: "Who cares about the barbarians now?"

Shen Yuqing shook his head: "The nine major families have long agreed to fight against the barbarians. If Dian Cang and Huashan hadn't raised troops to invade the border, why would this have happened?"

Yan Xuancheng took a deep breath and said, "Master Li, my father will not agree to such conditions."

Li Xuanxuan said: "If Master Yan is not convinced, we can only ask him to send an envoy to discuss it again."

Yan Xuancheng said: "I'm a little uncomfortable and want to rest for a while." After saying that, he bowed his hands and stood up to leave the table. Before leaving, he gave Shen Yuqing a look full of pleading.

Shen Yuqing sighed and said, "Headmaster Li, we can discuss this later."

Li Xuanxuan nodded: "Let a few envoys think about how to deal with this matter."

Everyone dispersed.

Shen Yuqing came to the backyard and found a pavilion to rest.The Hengshan courtyard is elegant, but there is a plum tree standing out everywhere, which is incompatible with other flowers and trees and is particularly conspicuous.Shen Yuqing knew that Li Xuanxuan loved plum blossoms and only loved one plum tree, so he was not surprised by this.

Yu Jien followed like a follower and asked in a low voice: "Master Li is very kind to Qingcheng. Not only will he pay you compensation, but he also plans to alienate Huashan and let Qingcheng divide the land of Hannan. Qingcheng will be able to It’s time to feel proud.”

Shen Yuqing was pondering to himself. He asked for the land in Hannan at a high price, maximizing the interests of the two factions in Hengshan and Qingcheng. Li Xuanxuan also borrowed the ladder to go upstairs and disintegrate the Diancang alliance.If this situation develops, Qingcheng will not only get silver, but also Hannan. Sharing the convenience of Hanshui with Huashan will indeed be the most profitable.Eastern Hunan is in ruins and requires huge sums of money to rebuild, which actually benefits both sides.

Is Head Li really grateful to Qingcheng for his help, so he expresses his sincerity?Shen Yuqing didn't believe it. He believed that this was the result of Li Xuanxuan's careful consideration.Li Xuanxuan wanted to completely disintegrate the Diancang Alliance and exhaust the three families. Qingcheng would only benefit by the way. After all, Hengshan, the land of Hannan, could not be controlled.But even so, Hengshan can demand compensation from Huashan without ceding territory.

Perhaps Li Xuanxuan hopes that Hannan will be the battle between Qingcheng and the Shangdang, and the lonely graveyard between Qingcheng and Huashan?

But there is no reason to reject Hannan. If Qingcheng wants to compete for supremacy, it must control Hanshui and Xiangyang.If you want to end the chaos as soon as possible, reduce civilian casualties, and retain the strength of the Nine Families to fight against the barbarians, Qingcheng must have a place.

While he was deep in thought, Yan Xuancheng stepped forward, cupped his hands and said, "Master Shen."

Shen Yuqing was already the head of the sect, one level higher than Yan Xuancheng. He nodded and said, "Master Yan." Then he looked at Yu Jien.Yu Jien felt relieved and resigned.

Yan Xangcheng did not exchange greetings and asked directly: "Qingcheng really wants to take the land of Hannan?"

Shen Yuqing said: "Qingcheng will not destroy Huashan. As long as Huashan stays safe, the Nine Families will still have a place in Huashan."

Yan Xuancheng suddenly said: "I killed Mr. Ya with my own hands."

Shen Yuqing was surprised.Although there were guards around when Shen Yayan died, it was raining heavily and the battlefield was chaotic. The guards only knew that Master Ya was fighting with the Yan brothers and Du Yinsong. No one saw with their own eyes who died, not even Li Jingfeng.

"You want to avenge Master Ya. My life plus the life of my third brother, are the two lives enough to equal Master Ya's life?"

Shen Yuqing shook his head: "This is not a matter of life for life. Mr. Yan, I know that you are gentle and honest, and you are a good person..." He paused for a moment, and finally spoke from the bottom of his heart, "Even so, Master Yan is not guilty. It will be slightly relieved because you are a good person. Huashan has reached this point because of your father's ambition. You asked Qingcheng to let Huashan go. But if Huashan wins the Hanzhong War, can you ask your father to let Qingcheng go? "

Yan Xuancheng remained silent. How could he not understand this?

"Shen is able to discuss the ownership of the Hannan land in this meeting hall. It's because Mr. Xie marched dangerously and dragged his sick body thousands of miles to attack. It's because Xiaoxiao fought to the death in Hanzhong and almost died. It's because Miss Gu fell into the enemy's hands and her life hangs by a thread. , the lives of many disciples of the sect and Master Ya were earned by my uncle who defended Bazhong, and Wei Xihou, Li Xiangbo and others took the risk to break through."

"Shen is not qualified to show mercy to these people who really shed blood and sweat." Shen Yuqing said, "Otherwise, I would be sorry for them."

"Mr. Yan, you just give in and only want to make amends for me afterwards, just like when you rescued me in Wudang, it was just a wish. If Mr. Yan was the head of Huashan, how could it be like this?" Shen Yuqing walked up to Yan Xuancheng and took a picture. Patting him on the shoulder, he sighed, "Forgive Shen for bluntly stating that the situation in Huashan is due to Young Master Yan's cowardice."

Yan Xuancheng was startled, looked up at Shen Yuqing, and said calmly: "What...what do you mean by this?"

Shen Yuqing shook his head: "Master Yan, please come."

Yan Xangcheng knew that there was no hope of persuading Shen Yuqing, so he lowered his head to leave, then stopped and asked Shen Yuqing: "Huashan is weak, so he followed Dian Cang and was the weakest among the three families who raised troops. After the Bazhong War, Huashan was not only damaged It is so serious that we have to cede land and pay compensation. Losing the land of Hannan is the one who has to pay the highest price among the three. In the future, even if Huashan still has the name of the Nine Families, it will not be as good as Songshan in terms of heritage. Mr. Shen, how can this be justified in the world? "

Shen Yuqing sighed and still shook his head.Are there not enough unreasonable things in this world?Everyone plays chess, everyone is a chess player, and you never know where the move that will kill you will come from.

Yan Xuancheng bowed his head and left. Not far away, he met Xiao Qinggu and the two exchanged a few words.When Xiao Qinggu approached, Shen Yuqing asked, "What did Young Master Xiao and Young Master Yan say?"

Xiao Qinggu was afraid of Shen Yuqing's suspicion, so she hurriedly said: "I only talked about Songshan. I asked him to tell Master Yan on my behalf that Songshan can't help with this matter, but the friendship with Huashan remains unchanged."

Shen Yuqing said: "I'm just afraid that Master Yan will hold a grudge."

Xiao Qing said the same way: "My father and Head Yan can still talk to each other, and I can at most help Huashan give you a few words of advice. If Head Yan feels that Songshan has colluded with Qingcheng to hold him back, then the friendship between Songshan and Huashan It’s over in this generation.”

If the Dian Cang Alliance is broken, Huashan will not only be the weakest among the nine families, but will also have no allies.A drop of blood in Huashan Mountain and a head in Jianghu. In the past, we made enemies of our neighbors, but now they all come back to bite us.

Shen Yuqing looked at Yan Xuancheng who was arguing fiercely with Zhen Chengxue and Feng Yutong not far away. Perhaps Yan Feixi sent his unappreciated son to come to negotiate peace because he knew it was irreversible and wanted him to be moved towards her.

Soon after, the envoys from the nine families returned, and the meeting would continue.Shen Yuqing looked at Yan Xiangcheng who was entering the door. He was sweating and looked very nervous. He put his hands into his sleeves. Shen Yuqing saw him pinching his handkerchief.

"The barbarians ambush, causing Kunlun to discuss the loss of three leaders." Yan Xuancheng said, and Shen Yuqing could even hear his voice trembling, "It doesn't matter if it is not the leader jointly recommended by the nine families. Dian Cang, Beggar Clan Qingqing Those who violate the boundaries of Hengshan should be punished. Now the envoys from the nine families are here..."

"I suggest that we re-elect the leader of the alliance." Yan Xangcheng mustered up his courage and said, "Huashan recommends Qingcheng as the leader of the alliance!"

Shen Yuqing was shocked.

I heard Zhen Chengxue and Feng Yutai say at the same time: "Dian Cang and the Beggar Clan also support Qingcheng to become the leader!"

(End of this chapter)