Among the sixteen counties in Xichuan, Badong and Paxi counties are the most extensive and have the largest population. Between these two counties, there are three counties separated by them, namely Danqu, Thanhhua and Tongchuan counties.
Thanh Hoa and Tong Chuan connect several counties to the north. Danqu is to the west of Badong. Past Danqu is Pasir County.
Danqu and Brazil counties are both steep and rolling mountains. In the early spring, countless branches and trees on the rolling mountains have begun to reveal their buds, giving a glimpse of the spring scenery.
These two counties have always been the places where the Second People's influence is strongest. Even the local officials in Xichuan have always focused on appeasing them in these two counties.
In Danqu County, there are criss-crossing hills and valleys, with streams flowing through them, and beautiful mountains and clear waters, forming a unique Xichuan scenery.
In Danqu County, there are three famous mountains, namely Tianquan, Huju and Xishan.
The three mountains form a tripod, and while the Cangxi River is circling, the Cangxi River has nine and eighteen bends, surrounding the mountains, lingering and singing. On the bank, there are unique Ganlan-style buildings in Xichuan.
The stilt-style building is a wooden house mainly made of bamboo and wood. The bottom floor is elevated, leaving the ground vacant, and the upper part is the residence.
The stream is clear and clean, flowing between the mountains. A branch passes up and down Tianquan. When it reaches the remaining veins of Tianquan Mountain, it gathers into a small lake, and then flows southward. The small lake is several miles away. There is a market outside where the Miao people live. Although it is not big, there are quite a few people trading here on weekdays.
For the convenience of travelers, the market also has two inns, run by the Han family.
When it comes to business, both the Han people and the Miao people hope to be harmonious and make money. Generally speaking, everyone will try their best to abide by the local rules. The Han people are very clear about some of the Miao rules. As long as they respect the rules of the local Miao people, the Miao people will People are also happy to see the Han family doing business here. After all, the Han family can often bring many goods they like.
When Qining and Eve arrived at one of the inns, the sky had completely darkened.
After leaving Fengjian Villa, Eve finally obeyed Qining's arrangement and changed the original route and took a detour. The two of them traveled almost day and night. Qining even spent money to buy two old horses on the way, giving them an extra day of walking. After a long journey, we finally arrived near Tianquan Mountain.
Da Chu is short of horses, and Xichuan is always in short supply of horses. It is even more difficult to buy a good horse than to find a stunning beauty. It is not easy to find a horse. Although it is old and has average endurance and speed, Qining still pays for it. I came down just to avoid wasting time.
The road to Xichuan, like the Cangxi River, has nine twists and turns, making a big circle. I even got lost along the way, but after asking along the way, I successfully reached Danqu Tianquan Mountain.
Qi Ning naturally already knew at this time that Eve's destination was Danqu Xishan. To get to Xishan, he must pass through Tianquan Mountain. The three mountains stand on top of each other. Although the journey is not too far, the road along the way is very long. The journey is difficult and dangerous, and it will take a whole day.
When they arrived at Tianquan Mountain, it was getting dark, so Qining simply persuaded Eve to spend the night at the market inn.
Eve wanted to drive all night, but Qin Ning persuaded her to sharpen the knife before chopping wood. She had a good night's rest and replenished her energy. The speed would be faster tomorrow. Eve was indeed a little exhausted after driving for days, so she reluctantly agreed. .
Although Qining already knew that Eve's destination was Xishan, he didn't know what Eve's purpose was in going to Xishan. He also asked many questions along the way, but Eve was obviously much smarter than Qining imagined. , without mentioning a word. Although the two of them stayed together for three or four days along the way, Qining not only didn't know Eve's purpose of coming to Xishan, but also her origin, and Eve didn't even know a word about it.
Fortunately, because of the changed route, there was no obstruction along the way, and we bought two sets of Han people's coarse cloth clothes to change into on the way.
Entering the inn, a waiter came to greet him. He saw the Han family dressed up and said with a smile: "Are the two guests staying at the inn?"
Qi Ning threw a piece of silver over and asked, "Is there a room?"
Eve was at the side at this time and said calmly: "Two rooms!"
Qi Ning quietly winked at the waiter. Being a waiter in this land that travels from north to south is not an ordinary job. The waiter immediately said with a smile: "Girl, I'm really sorry. You guys are here at a good time. There is only one last room left, and if I come a moment later, I'm afraid the last room will be gone."
Qi Ning secretly appreciated it, turned to look at Eve, and said: "Let's make do with it when we are away from home, and we live together, and there is someone to take care of you. Don't worry, there will be no problems as long as I am here."
Eve thought that it would be a problem if she lived with you. Although Miao Nu is passionate, she is not ignorant of self-love. The previous time she and Qining had a physical relationship, it was entirely because of the situation. Since then, naturally they have not She would let Qining touch her again, and the two of them walked along the way. Although Eve was grateful to Qining for escorting her to Danqu, she never pretended to be Qining.
"Girl, do you think...?" Seeing that Eve didn't speak, the waiter asked with a smile.
Eve glanced at Qining but said nothing. The waiter knew what he meant and immediately opened a room. Qining was about to lead Eve into the room when he heard the sound of footsteps and turned his head to look over, only to see the following person. Seven or eight people suddenly came in outside the door, all wearing long clothes and hats, and wearing weapons.
Qining saw that the leader was bare-headed, tall, and had a sinister face. He looked like he was not a good person at first glance. He knew that this area was a mixed bag of fish and dragons, and I would not offend others unless they offended me. He didn't want to cause trouble here, so he was about to leave. , I saw a thin man behind the bald head step forward and said in a loud voice: "We have booked your inn, and all other guests will be kicked out."
Qi Ning was about to leave, but when he heard the voice, he paused slightly. The voice was obviously not from Xichuan. Seeing that these people were wearing weapons, Qi Ning narrowed his eyes slightly.
"Gentlemen, the room in the inn is enough. There is no need to drive other people away." After all, we are hanging out in a place like this. The waiter has seen the world and is not afraid. He smiled and said apologetically: "If the service is not attentive, I will find you to settle accounts with me." that is."
"Then let me ask you, are there any Miao people living in the inn?" Shoumagan said: "It doesn't matter to others. If there are Miao people living here, get them kicked out immediately. Even if all the rooms are vacated, no Miao people are allowed here. live."
Eve's face darkened, and her beautiful eyes showed a cold light, but she felt her wrist tighten, and Qining held her hand.
When Eve found out about Qin Ning, she reminded herself not to be impulsive and sneered silently. At this time, a waiter had already come over and led Qin Ning and Qin Ning upstairs and into a room.
The guest room was lit with lights. Although it was simple, it was also very clean. Qining asked the waiter to prepare some food and send it over. The waiter agreed and retreated.
Qining walked to the bedside, lay back on the bed, stretched, and said: "We are finally here, Eve. We will definitely arrive at Xishan smoothly tomorrow. My mission has been successfully completed."
Eve knew in her heart that if Qi Ning had not arranged this journey, not only would she not be able to reach Xishan, but she would even lose her life on the way. The Miao people clearly understood their grievances and said, "Thank you very much."
"What are you talking about?" Qining sat up and said in a reproachful tone: "What kind of relationship do we have? Do we need to say thank you?"
Eve sat down at the table and said, "You have a good rest here tonight. I will leave early tomorrow morning. Let's... let's say goodbye here."
"Separation?" Qining frowned and said, "Isn't it coming soon?"
Eve said: "After Cangxi, beyond the Western Mountain is the territory of the Miao people. You are from the Han family. If you go there, I'm afraid...!"
"Are you worried that the Miao people will cause trouble for me?" Qi Ning interrupted and said with a smile: "Eve, I am your lover and little brother. Even if I am half Miao, they will not do anything to me. Besides, you are The first time I went to Khe Sanh, I wasn’t looking for trouble with them. I had no grievances or grudges, so why were they against me?”
Eve glanced at him and said, "Don't talk nonsense."
"Are you talking about your lover's little brother?" Qining walked up behind Eve and chuckled: "I'm not talking nonsense. I'm not your lover's little brother, so what am I?"
Eve obviously didn't want to tell him this, so she asked softly: "Why didn't those Han people let the Miao people stay in the hotel just now? Their accents sounded like foreigners. This is the place of the Miao people, why are they in their own place?" , Miao people can’t stay in inns?”
Qining immediately thought of the bald group, knowing that Eve was still angry, and smiled: "Look at their appearance, they are not good people at first glance, they all look hateful, you are such a beautiful woman, and you still have to fight with that gang People care? No matter what they say, do you think they really dare to do anything here?"
The Miao girl is passionate and straightforward, which is very different from the coy and reserved girl from the Central Plains. For the first time, Qining directly said that Eve was a great beauty, but Eve was not unhappy in her heart and just said: "What does this have to do with looks? A hateful person does not necessarily mean a bad person, and a beautiful person does not necessarily mean a good person. It depends on what they say and do. They treat us Miao people badly as soon as they enter the door, so they are not good people."
Qining smiled and said: "What you are saying is, Eve, we have been traveling continuously for the past few days. I see that you are very tired. Eat something later and go to bed early to rest."
Eve looked at the bed and asked, "Then where will you sleep at night?"
Qi Ning said with a questioning expression: "We have booked a room, and of course we will sleep here. You won't let me sleep in the corridor, right?"
Eve looked at Qining with a strange look and said: "When those Han people came in, there were still rooms in the store. Why did the guy tell me that there was only one room? Is it your fault?"
"No!" Qining shrugged, "You were right next to me, but you could hear me. I didn't say anything. Well, I understand. Maybe the store clerk misunderstood that we were a young couple, so he said that. Think about it, how can a young couple sleep in separate rooms?" He leaned close to Eve's ear and whispered softly: "Sister Eve, I see that you don't look very good. Is it because the lingering poison from last time has not been cleared away? How about we try again? … and then detoxify?”