startled autumn

When Mo Yi's people walked near the valley of mist, the team had grown bigger and bigger. Except for Xiao Shaoling who was running around, Yue Yin and Ye Tao were leading the way, showing the air of a famous family.

Shen Zhiqiu followed behind, and couldn't help noticing a mysterious young man walking beside them. His back was quite familiar, but he was wearing a mask, so he didn't show his true face until the end, but he was obviously taking on the duty of leading the way.

He raised his eyebrows suspiciously at Han Bi who was at the side. Although he didn't speak, Han Bi understood and secretly wrote the word "Ning" in his palm.

It was Ning Banque who hadn't seen him for many days.

Shen Zhiqiu suddenly realized, and seeing that even Han Bi was silent about this, he continued to press his lips tightly, pretending not to know anything.

Among the ranks, people in black clothes could be seen from time to time, with solemn expressions and sad eyes. Han Bi took a quick glance and knew their purpose: "This is to 'seek relatives' in the valley of mist."

Shen Zhiqiu was stunned for a moment, and then understood the deep meaning: If it is true what Ren Songnian said, the valley of mist is the place where bones are buried, and the relatives and friends of those missing knights got the news, they must come here.

"I hope they are all safe and sound." Shen Zhiqiu sighed.

Having said that, everyone knows that this trip is not so much a search for relatives, but a search for bones.

Han Bi: "Whether they are alive or dead, Wei Tingzhou will be doomed this time."

The two of them were talking on the horse without saying a word, and suddenly there was a vicissitudes of life female voice calling softly: "Shen Zhiqiu?"

Shen Zhiqiu knew that someone in front of him slowed down, maybe he wanted to talk to them, so he didn't look surprised at the moment, he just asked, "Who are you?"

Although the woman's voice was weathered, the skin on her face was still very young, except that the corners of her eyes drooped a little, which instantly made her face without a smile seem to be full of melancholy: "Bi Lan Villa, Song Tinglan."

Han Bi: "So it's Mrs. Du."

This Mrs. Du's original name is Song Tinglan. She is indeed a senior. She is sixty years old. She lost her husband in her early years and raised her five children alone. Afterwards, her eldest son made a name for himself with the family sword technique of his late father Du Bilan. , and the Bilan Villa was built, which has become famous all over the world.

Mrs. Du was alone, she was able to keep her family's unique learning, and she was able to raise her children to become useful, which shows that she is by no means a good person.

Shen Zhiqiu is not very clear about her deeds, but seeing that she is not young, naturally it is impossible to neglect her: "If you have something to ask, senior, just speak up."

Mrs. Du glanced at him, and stopped beating around the bush: "My fifth son, named Du Changming, has a stubborn personality. He ran away from home in his early years and has not heard from him for several years. I came here with you this time to find him."

Shen Zhiqiu didn't know what she wanted to ask, so he half-opened his mouth in a daze: "Ah?"

Mrs. Du: "I heard that you, Mo Yi, are here to find that 'Gentleman Sword' Zhao Mingchuan?"

"Exactly." Shen Zhiqiu nodded.

Mrs. Du's eyes were like a knife, and she slashed over coldly: "However, Wei Tingzhou has a deep hatred with you Mo Yi, I can't believe it. Xiao Shaoling is a fool, Yue Yin is sophisticated, but you look more honest, my old lady is coming Let me ask you, is this trip to find someone, or to kill someone?"

When Han Bi heard this, he understood what Madam Du was asking.The reason why she is willing to come here is only because there may be news of her child here, but there is a deep hatred between Mo Yi and Wei Tingzhou,

She was not sure whether Wei Tingzhou's detainment of martial arts practitioners was true, or if it was just a scandal fabricated by Mo Yi.

However, she was used to the storm, and she had a question in her heart, so she opened her mouth to ask for a guarantee.

Shen Zhiqiu was stunned for a moment, and then replied in a deep voice, "Of course I'm looking for someone."

"It's better to be like this." Madam Du saw that his eyes were bright, she lowered her head and pondered for a moment, then swung her whip and rode away.

So far, the crusade against Yan Chengu has shaken most of the martial arts world.

Wei Tingzhou is a remnant of the previous dynasty, so the crusade can rely on the imperial court to take the lead. Naturally, everyone responded, but in fact, Ren Songnian's letter that informed Wei Tingzhou to imprison martial arts people in order to steal the secrets of various sects was the most important thing for everyone. The biggest thorn in my heart.

Who can tolerate the exodus of their own sect's top skills?Although there is no real evidence for this matter for the time being, it is a fact that Wei Tingzhou learned about Mo Yi's Misty Rain life for no reason. In addition, in the past few years, young knights have disappeared inexplicably. Maybe no one took it seriously at the time, but now thinking about it , but it is inevitable that there is a strange evil spirit.

Back then, Wei Tingzhou was still a recluse with a great reputation, with a gentlemanly bearing, no one would put robbery on him, until he embarked on a journey of treason, the veil on his face was finally gone. It fell slowly, revealing a hideous face.

Just like his hermitage, it is clearly the valley of Chunhe Jingming, but it takes the name of Mu Yanshen, hiding many unknown truths.

Ning Banque: "Going forward, you will be Taniguchi."

Everyone raised their eyes, and what they saw in front of them were a few thatched huts that were slightly smoky with cooking smoke. There were purple bamboos planted in front of the courtyard, and white cranes could be vaguely seen passing through them. Can't hide the towering greenery behind.

This is the place where Wei Tingzhou lived in seclusion for ten years.

Shen Zhiqiu's heart sank for no reason, but his steps were still unquestionable: "Go to Wei Tingzhou."

"Wei Tingzhou is not here." Ning Banque said, "These huts are just a cover-up, and they serve no purpose other than to entertain guests."

Han Bi didn't talk nonsense with him, just said: "You lead the way."

Ning Banque walked forward without looking back, and said slowly: "Wei Tingzhou told me in the past that he raised a group of monsters in the forest. General Yan was caught off guard..."

"What monster?"

"I haven't seen it before." Ning Banque smiled in a low voice, "Anyway, I hope you have a safe journey."

There is a stream running through the back of the courtyard, the source should come out of a deep valley, everyone looked alert, followed the sound of the water and stepped into the smoky valley.

The fog in the forest was overwhelming, and it took a long time to wait for the breeze to come, let alone the singing of birds or deer. Except for the trickling water, the whole valley was silent and lifeless. When Shen Zhiqiu raised his head, he could only see a little sparseness through the cracks in the leaves. Light.

After walking for so long, Xiao Shaoling stared at Ning Banque's back with dissatisfaction, "Didn't you say there are monsters haunting you? How dare you lie to me."

Ning Banque ignored him. Instead, Ying Tianheng raised his thick eyebrows that were always erected extremely high, and said following the words: "This Wei Tingzhou heard that we are going to trouble him. , so frightened that you packed your bags and ran away in advance, right?"

Ye Tao frowned and said, "If something goes wrong, there must be a demon. Besides, I couldn't even see a sparrow along the way. It's really evil."

Ying Tianheng smiled and said: "If you are afraid, go back to embroider."

Ye Tao retorted: "If you are not afraid, something will happen, don't call me to save you."

Ying Tianheng was about to argue back, when Shen Zhiqiu suddenly said: "Mr. Ying, your feet are moving."

"It's not me that's moving, it's the soil under my feet that's moving..." Ying Tianheng waved his hand, and in the middle of speaking, he finally felt something was wrong, "What is this?"

Ying Tianheng looked down, and saw that the muddy ground under his feet was inexplicably ups and downs, and even pushed his front soles up slightly. If the quarrel with Ye Tao hadn't attracted his attention, The movement on the ground must not be hidden from him.

Shen Zhiqiu's eyes fell on the small arched mound, his expression froze slightly, he raised his hand and slapped away Ying Tianheng who was stunned in place.

In the blink of an eye, a half-stained head suddenly emerged from the hillock, with disheveled hair, as if it was about to break out of the ground at any time.

Shen Zhiqiu shouted in a low voice: "Who are you?"

The head poked out again, and when it looked up, its complexion was blue and purple, and its facial features were blurred. The most obvious thing was black hair and white pupils, but it didn't look like an ordinary person.

Shen Zhiqiu was stunned by the black pupils, but Ying Tianheng at the side knew that it would be better to strike first, so he drew his sword and stabbed at the sky cover on the ground, unexpectedly, the head seemed to have eyes, and he raised his head and opened his mouth He bit the sword edge, and with a little force from his sharp teeth, the sword edge shattered into his mouth crisply.

Ying Tianheng: "This... what is this..."

Shen Zhiqiu knew that this was probably the monster Ning Banque was talking about.

The monster chewed the dregs of the sword in its mouth, and there were bursts of hissing in its throat, but after a while, it spit towards Shen Zhiqiu in dissatisfaction. Shen Zhiqiu had no choice but to draw his sword to block it. When responding, the monster leaped up from the ground and charged at Han Bi!

Han Bi was already on guard, but now he reacted very quickly, and was about to avoid it sideways, but unexpectedly, the monster was as fast as lightning, and suddenly rushed behind him, opening its mouth to bite him.

Shen Zhiqiu shouted anxiously: "Ah Xuan!"

As soon as the words fell, the Shadow Stepping Sword had landed on the monster's hunched back. Shen Zhiqiu didn't like to kill at first, but now that Han Bi's safety was involved, a beam of anger was inexplicably ignited in his heart, and his moves were fast and ruthless. a little leeway.

However, the Shadow Stepping Sword slashed on the monster's back as if it had hit an iron plate. Except for a loud bang, the skin was almost unharmed. The monster seemed to be scratched, and his face was not moved at all.

Fortunately, the blow was so strong that it fell to the ground, unable to get up for a while.

Han Banbu wanted to stand in front of Han Bi, but he was too far away. At this time, he arrived in time and grabbed Han Bi's arm.Although he is small in stature, he is good at lightness kung fu, he dragged his master and leaped dozens of steps away, finally temporarily escaped from the crisis.

"Young master, are you alright?" Han Banbu's face was pale, he was really terrified.

Han Bi waved his hand at him, but his eyes were always on Shen Zhiqiu who was far away.

Now that Han Bi escaped, Shen Zhiqiu let go of the big stone in his heart, and immediately concentrated on competing with the monster: the monster was extremely tall, but he was used to crawling on the ground, his back was bent, and only his spine was raised high. Thin and emaciated, but actually copper-skinned and iron-skinned, invulnerable, like a beast that feels no pain, only knows to chase the prey in front of it.

It looks like a human being, but it cannot be called a human being.

What did Wei Tingzhou do secretly?

Before Shen Zhiqiu could come up with an answer, he was interrupted by an untimely scream from a distance. It turned out that at some point, another monster quietly poked his head and bit off the calf in front of him. The person who was bitten looked like he was wearing a pillow. Under the door of the moon tower, Dang even was thrown to the ground by the monster.

The strong smell of blood wafted out, and it didn't take long before it came to Shen Zhiqiu's nose, and at the same time, it seeped into the ground little by little.

Under the ground, there was a faint roar, followed by those long-hidden beasts, along with the smell of blood, breaking through the ground one after another.

Guan Shanyao said:

【Questions and Answers】

Han Bi: "Why does the monster chase me as soon as it comes out?"

Shen Zhiqiu: "Because...because...you are more delicious."

Han Bi frowned.

Shen Zhiqiu: "Isn't it right??? I testify, you are really delicious."

Han Bi: "Who eats whom..."