Confused Escort Confused Account

Zhao Shitu stopped in front of that person, and narrowed his eyes calmly.

This person must be Xiao Ran, the head of the Xiao family today.Xiao Ran was able to recognize him at a glance, it seemed that he had investigated his identity and deeds beforehand.

Thinking of this, Zhao Shitu did not panic, and said slowly: "Let's bet or not, Mr. Xiao knows the purpose of my visit this time?"

Xiao Ran nodded and said, "Naturally." After speaking, he turned to the book boy behind him and instructed, "Bo'er, take out the things."

The book boy nodded, turned around and left, his movements were still dull, his eyes were fixed on the floor and he didn't dare to raise his head, he almost tripped over his own feet when he took a step.Xiao Ran didn't urge him, turned back to the guests, made a modest gesture, and said politely: "Please wait a moment, everyone."

He spoke with a slight Sichuan accent, and his attitude was modest and polite. He really didn't look like a villain or a gambler.And judging from his breath and footwork, his internal strength is not extraordinary, it's just an ordinary level.

Zhao Shitu really couldn't figure out his intention, so he could only obey his arrangement and wait patiently after taking his seat.

The main hall on the top floor is connected to an inner room. After a while, the book boy came out of the inner room, holding a dark bronze tripod between his palms.

Zhao Shitu immediately cheered up, stared at the object in Shutong's hand and asked, "Is this the Ziyun Ding?"

Xiao Ran said: "Why, if Chief Zhao doesn't believe it, he might as well learn from it with his own eyes."

After finishing speaking, he winked at Shutong, and that Shutong really walked up to Zhao Shitu, bowed and put the tripod into his palm.

Zhao Shitu showed surprise, held the tripod in front of his eyes and observed it carefully.The size of the tripod was just enough to be supported by two palms, the outline was round, and the whole body was black. The mouth of the tripod was engraved with concave and convex ring patterns, and dark ocher brown lines entrenched on the surface like spider silk.

Although the shape of this tripod is exquisite, it is not unique. Zhao Shitu soon discovered that the most strange thing about it is not its appearance, but its texture.It is made of bronze, but its surface is warm and moist, and it exudes a strong smell, which is mixed with a strange fragrance, which makes people intoxicated when they smell it.

Zhao Shitu nodded and said: "This tripod is indeed a rare treasure, but, just leave it to me, isn't it afraid that I will seize it and return it?"

Xiao Ran seemed to have expected his reaction a long time ago, and said with a light smile: "My martial arts are mediocre, and I am just a doctor who collects herbs and treats patients. If Chief Zhao intends to take this tripod by force, I definitely have no way to resist. But, if You really intend to take it by force, so why waste your time and come to my invitation?"

Zhao Shitu was stunned for a moment, nodded and said: "What Mr. Xiao said is that I really have no intention of occupying this cauldron. I just came to ask Mr. Xiao to destroy it and find out the secret order hidden in the cauldron. Only in this way can I get back the treasure of Emperor Wen and crack Yasha's treasure. The conspiracy of the sect, and restore the peace and tranquility of my Central Plains Wulin."

After finishing speaking, he handed Ziyun Ding back to Shutong's hand, without hesitation.

Xiao Ran nodded slightly, with a smile in his eyes, he cupped his hands and said: "Barrier Zhao is really an open and upright gentleman, since that's the case, I should tell you frankly, this Ziyun Ding is not only a treasure and a plaything for the Xiao family, And it is the foundation of practicing medicine and refining medicine, saving lives and healing the wounded.”

Zhao Shitu was surprised: "It's so important?"

Xiao Ran's expression sank, and he asked, "Has Escort Zhao heard of my brother Xiao Ling's name?"

Zhao Shitu nodded and said: "The miracle doctor Xiao Ling is famous like thunder."

Xiao Ran said: "My brother's medical skills are indeed superb, and his medical ethics are also admirable. He has worked tirelessly all his life to overcome countless difficult and miscellaneous diseases. He is good at medicine, and this Ziyun Ding is indeed a unparalleled treasure in the world when refining elixirs. It's a pity that he died young, and I am far behind him, so I can only rely on the records left by him to continue practicing medicine to save lives, and his elixir prescriptions, nine out of ten, must rely on Ziyunding Refined."

Zhao Shitu understood the meaning of the other party: "If the tripod is destroyed, the medicine left by Brother Ling will no longer be usable."

Xiao Ran said: "That's exactly the case. If there is no elixir, the patients who are still alive will lose the hope of living. Do you think it is important?"

Zhao Shitu was silent for a long time before he said: "Human life is indeed priceless, Ziyun Ding shouldn't be destroyed."

Xiao Ran raised his eyebrows and said, "So Escort Zhao has changed his mind?"

But Zhao Shitu shook his head slowly: "That's not the case. Ziyun Ding is important, but the secret behind it is related to the common people in the world. If the prescription is gone, you may be able to think of a new method, but if the foreign vassal invades and the war resumes, the land will be destroyed." perish, and many more will suffer.”

Xiao Ran looked at him solemnly: "So, do you want those sick people to die?"

Zhao Shitu showed a painful expression, but still nodded and said: "The two evils are the lesser."

Xiao Ran sighed, and said: "The doctor is benevolent, I can't be as decisive as Zhao's escort. So the escort should understand why I made this bet."

Zhao Shitu said: "I finally understand that the reason why you and I stick to our own opinions is not out of selfish desire, but for the sake of the people of the world. I can only gamble with you once before I can be convinced."

Xiao Ran nodded and said: "Since the head of the bodyguard understands, it would be great."

Zhao Shitu said: "I will accompany Mr. Xiao on how to gamble."

Xiao Ran raised the pen in front of him, stroked it with his index finger: "What do you think this is?"

Zhao Shitu said: "The two-foot-eight-inch judge's pen is a sharp tool for selecting acupoints and positioning. Could it be that Mr. Xiao wants to bet on martial arts with me?"

Xiao Ran said: "That's right, but it's not a bet with you, but with your bodyguard."

The voice was about to fall, the tip of the pen turned, and the silver tip pointed in the direction of Shangguanqing.

All three were stunned.

Xiao Ran's expression remained the same as before, and he said calmly: "I heard that Shangguan Shaoxia is very skilled in martial arts, and he is even inferior to Yachamen by three points. If you can stay where you are, and follow my three moves, I will offer Ziyunding with both hands. "

Shangguanqing raised his eyes and met Xiao Ran's eyes.

Just now he was silent, like a cloud of black mist, inconspicuous, almost hidden in the huge room.But at this moment, he narrowed his eyes, his eyebrows were as sharp as a knife, and his eyes were shining brightly.

Zhao Shitu had a bad premonition, and dissuaded him: "Shangguan suffered internal injuries before, and his health is not very good. How about I replace him?"

Ming Yuezhu also said to Xiao Ran: "If Mr. Xiao doesn't think I'm a womanizer, I can also bet on my behalf."

Xiao Ran turned to the two of them, cupped his hands and said, "Both Zhao Biaotou and Miss Mingyue are heroes who value love and righteousness. I admire and respect them from the bottom of my heart, and I have no intention of being contemptuous. But I also have my reasons. This bet must be made by Shangguan." Only the young hero should come forward. If Escort Zhao can't accept it, I won't force it. It's just that the three of you are afraid that you will return empty-handed."

Before the other two could speak, Shangguanqing replied: "I'll bet with you."

Xiao Ran immediately showed a look of relief, nodded and said, "I'm sorry."

Zhao Shitu immediately turned to him, frowned and said, "But..."

Shangguan Qing just shook his head: "It's okay, it's just three tricks, don't worry about it."

After speaking, he stood up and walked towards Xiao Ran.