The road to Jianghu started from the martial arts hall

Chapter 55 Black Hand Sword

Inside the city gate, the road is extremely wide and can accommodate six horses passing side by side.

After Fang Xun and his two companions rode into the city, they slowed down and unknowingly emerged from the tall city gate.

In an instant, Yan Ming felt his eyes brighten.

On the spacious streets, people come and go, including all kinds of vendors, common people, and wandering people with swords and knives, and everyone is in high spirits.

At a glance, there are countless acquired masters, and occasionally one can feel a person with deep energy that seems to be innate.

The streets are not only clean and tidy, but also much wider than those in Sanshui County. The buildings are taller and there are all kinds of shops, selling not only Guangling Prefecture specialties, but also goods from other prefectures and states.

It was Yan Ming’s first time to come to the provincial capital, and he had never seen such a scene before. The prosperity here made him smack his lips in amazement, just like Granny Liu visiting the Grand View Garden.

"Guangling City is already so prosperous, what will the capital city of Jinling be like?"

Fang Xun, who was thinking about something, said casually after hearing this: "You will get used to it slowly in the future."

His eyes were wandering at this moment, and his black fingers were stroking his chin. The pair of black silk gloves with gold patterns on his hands were exactly the magical silkworm gloves that the old man of the Zhou family entrusted to Yu Weilin to pass on to Fang Xun.

The gloves are impervious to water and fire, and can withstand the Soul-Hunting Sword, which is also a magical weapon.

Wei Lin glanced at Fang Xun and said, "Xun'er, you have been distracted all this time. What are you thinking about?"

Fang Xun heard this, and his pupils immediately focused, finally a glimmer of light appeared, and he said with a smile: "Disciple has been thinking about the path after Xiantian."

He had come here with Wei Lin seven or eight times over the years and had been to Jinling Prefecture three times. In addition, he had seen places more spectacular and prosperous than this countless times in his previous life, so he had become immune to this kind of scene.

He didn't pay attention to the hustle and bustle on the street, but was still reviewing and studying every detail of Dongfang Bubai's battle in his mind.

One month after Dongfang Bubai successfully transformed into the "Medicine Girl" in "Golden Silkworm Wedding Dress", he fought with his opponent more than a hundred times and died more than a hundred times.

And after Fang Xun succeeded in exchanging blood with the "Record of Essence and Blood", he was finally able to fight his opponent to a draw.

After that, whether in Sanshui County or on the way to the provincial capital, Fang Xun would go to the martial arts hall and have a good fight with Miss Dongfang whenever he had free time.

He gained something in every battle, but until now after arriving in Fucheng, he still hadn't defeated Dongfang Bubai.

So in Wei Lin's eyes, he seemed absent-minded from time to time along the way.

After hearing his words, Wei Lin shook his head and said, "Martial arts training requires relaxation in moderation. If you keep tensing up too much, you'll easily get stuck in a dead end. Let's take a few days off and relax first."

Fang Xun nodded and said, "It's time to take a break."

But Wei Lin had no idea what he was thinking.

After the three entered the city, the horses slowed down again and trotted towards the post station near the city gate.

In any case, it is best not to gallop on horseback in the city.

Not long after, Fang Xun saw Jiang Xing's imposing figure at the entrance of the post station not far away, followed by two black-armored soldiers and three postmen.

Fang Xun and the other two immediately dismounted. Upon seeing this, Jiang Xing immediately came forward with a big laugh.

"Uncle Wei, you must have traveled all the way here. My father has already prepared a banquet for you at Fujiang House to welcome you back!"

As he was speaking, the three postmen behind him hurriedly came forward, led the horses for the three people, and brought them into the post station.

Wei Lin also stroked his beard and said to Jiang Xing with a smile: "After the three of us are settled, I will go and drink a thousand cups with Brother Jiang!"

"Wei Shibo, don't worry."

After saying this, Jiang Xing smiled and patted Fang Xun on the shoulder.

"My father has given the mansion in the south of the city to Brother Xun, and it is also a way to wish Brother Xun a bright future. The servants have packed up, so let's go to Fujiang Tower first. My father has also invited Governor Lin and General Wang to join us."

After hearing this, Wei Lin quickly said, "Thank you very much, Brother Jiang, for your kindness. Please don't keep us waiting for too long."

At this time, Fang Xun also told Yan Ming: "You should go and see the mansion in the south of the city first."

If Jiang Bie and Jiang Xing were the only ones in Fujiang Building, and they were all family, it wouldn't matter if Yan Ming went along just to get to know them.

But the prefect of Guangling Prefecture was also there, so it would be inconvenient for Yan Ming to drink with them.

"Okay, Brother Xun!"

After Yan Ming responded, he carried the three people's bags on his back and walked towards the south of the city under the guidance of two soldiers assigned by Jiang Xing.

Master Fang Xun and his apprentice, along with Jiang Xing, walked through the streets with familiarity, chatting and laughing as they watched the local customs and people.

Guangling City is extremely prosperous in the evening. This thousand-year-old city is divided into inner city and outer city.

The inner city is where the government office is located. Many prominent families and high-ranking officials also live in the inner city, which is the essence of the city.

The Fujianglou that Jiang Xing mentioned is located in the inner city. It is a century-old brand and many dignitaries often go there.

Although the outer city is not as prosperous as the inner city, it is not bad either. The Six Gates and the military training ground are both located in the outer city.

The three of them chatted and laughed, and after walking for about a quarter of an hour they arrived near Fujiang Building.

As the sun was about to set in the evening, the sky became darker.

The streets in early spring are no longer as deserted as they were in the cold winter. There are people and cars coming and going on the streets, and the sounds of various vendors hawking their wares are endless.

In the room behind the window on the second floor of Fujiang Building, a pair of eyes overlooked the street, but ignored the hustle and bustle of other people, and stared at Fang Xun on the street.

Fang Xun, who was walking towards the restaurant's door, seemed to sense this gaze and looked up at the second-floor window sill.

Jiang Xing and Wei Lin also seemed to have sensed something and looked up following Fang Xun's gaze.

Then he saw a square-faced man in a black robe staring at Fang Xun expressionlessly, with obvious hostility in his eyes.

The palms that pressed on the window sill could not help but exert force, and the obvious fingerprints on the solid wood surface showed that he was in a state of agitation, and it was difficult to calm down for a while. "Humph!"

The square-faced man snorted coldly and slammed the window shut.

Fang Xun was stunned for a moment, and asked Jiang Xing in confusion: "Who is he?"

He didn't even know the square-faced man, so why was he looking at him with such an unfriendly expression?

Wei Lin was also confused.

Jiang Xing thought about it for a while after hearing this, and as if he remembered something, he replied, "That man is the centurion Lei Qing in the army. He has been a few years since he broke through to the Xiantian realm. I heard that he will be promoted soon, but now you are here suddenly."

Jiang Xing didn't say the rest, but Fang Xun understood what was going on.

He entered the military to gain experience, so it was impossible for him to start as a private. He had to be at least a seventh-rank lieutenant, in charge of two hundred soldiers.

Judging from Lei Qing's expression, this seat should have belonged to the other party, but Xun Ge'er suddenly appeared and took his seat. He must feel uncomfortable.

Fang Xun sighed: "Well, I haven't even taken office yet, but I've already offended so many people."

Jiang Xing smiled and consoled him, "There's nothing we can do about it. You'll only be in the army for two or three months at most. I'll find a time to talk to Lei Qing about this, and he won't have any complaints anymore."

Wei Lin also nodded and said, "It is indeed time to clear up the misunderstanding as soon as possible, so that Brother Xun will not be excluded by other people in the army."

As the three of them were talking, they walked into the Fukue Building.

Somehow, the originally bustling lobby on the first floor suddenly became quiet, with only the sound of three people talking and laughing.

Fang Xun frowned immediately, feeling as if everyone was looking at him.

Awe, disdain, solemnity, curiosity, and many other emotions.

"Ok?"

Jiang Xing raised his eyebrows and glanced around with a murderous look. Anyone who met his gaze turned pale and quickly turned away.

"Humph! A bunch of country boys, not very capable, but good at gossiping!"

Jiang Xing snorted coldly, Fang Xun and Wei Lin also had no expression on their faces. For a moment, the other guests in the hall were silent and did not dare to talk back.

"Hey, Lord Jiang, please follow me. The others have been waiting for a long time."

At this time, the shopkeeper with a wealthy face appeared from nowhere and led the three people straight up the stairs.

After the three figures gradually disappeared, the hall remained silent until a bang was heard.

At a table in the corner, Lian Zhenhai slammed his wine glass on the table and broke the silence with a cold snort.

"Hmph! The Black Hand Sword looks so impressive, but I don't know how much of it is real!"

Duan Hai, who was sitting opposite him, also had a smile on his face but no words, but there was no trace of concealment in the disdain in his eyes.

Both of them are veterans and have seen many such stories that are deliberately exaggerated and praised.

In their opinion, when Fang Xun killed Du Feng and destroyed the Tiger Hall, it had been less than ten days since his breakthrough.

How could it be impossible that all of this was done by one person alone as the rumors said?
Among them, Wei Lin definitely took action!

Lian Zhenhai did not lower his voice when he spoke, and many people immediately showed their agreement, obviously not believing that Xun Ge'er really had such ability.

"This brother is right. Fang Xun just has a good master!"

"Hehe, anyway, I don't believe he can kill Soul Chaser Du Feng,"

"Not necessarily. Maybe he really has the ability?"

After four months of fermentation, Fang Xun's deeds also spread to Guangling Prefecture.

Not to mention the Tiger Hall, in the eyes of outsiders, Ba Hongming is just an ordinary innate. However, just killing Du Feng, a master on the Dragon and Phoenix List, is enough to cause an uproar.

Of course, rumors are often more exaggerated than the facts. Fang Xun doesn't know what kind of story his story has been spread into. It is certain that there are people who don't believe it and are disdainful of it, and they are not a minority.

If Brother Xun wasn't with Jiang Bie and Wei Lin right now, someone would probably start mocking and challenging him to a fight on the spot.

Many people only believe what they see. No matter how exaggerated it is, it is useless. They will only be convinced after they have been beaten.

But no matter what, the Soul-Chasing Sword is now hanging on Fang Xun's waist. After the next Dragon and Phoenix List is updated, he will definitely be on the list.

Hearing that most people were belittling Fang Xun, even Zhenhai felt relieved.

Although Duan Hai looked down on him in his heart, he was still conservative in his words: "Brother Lian, even if Fang Xun's strength is a little exaggerated, he should still have the strength of Xiantian Tongmai. Don't take him lightly."

"Strength? No matter how talented he is, he could have defeated Du Feng by himself within half a month of entering the Day After Tomorrow stage. Only a fool would believe it!"

Lian Zhenhai felt unhappy after hearing this and immediately sneered, but there was a hint of unwillingness in his tone.

Although he repeatedly belittled Fang Xun, he also understood that the other party still had some qualities, otherwise Wei Lin would not have accepted a good-for-nothing trash as his apprentice.

"I just don't know whether this strength is the result of his true genius or he has practiced some magical skill, such as the master's secret technique!"

Suddenly, a weird voice was heard. Although the voice was not loud, it reached the ears of everyone in the hall.

In an instant, the hall fell silent again, but soon returned to its usual bustle and hustle.

However, when some of the drunkards were talking, there was a hint of ambiguity in their eyes.

The four words "Grandmaster's Secret Skill" triggered a surging undercurrent.

(End of this chapter)