It was difficult to go up the mountain and easy to go down the mountain. The two of them had excellent foot strength. Although the mountain road was rugged, they still didn't take much effort to go down the mountain.
However, Riyue Peak is still quite far away from the Miao Village. On the way to Qining, I have been wondering about the relationship between Tang Nuo and the Great Witch.
The great witch looked to be in his early thirties, but Qining was not sure how old he really was. However, the great witch was probably unmarried and would not have given birth to a daughter like Tang Nuo.
Qi Ning also knew a little bit that wizards like the Great Witch who negotiated with the gods were regarded as gods by the Miao people. They usually lived alone all their lives and did not marry or give birth to children. Thinking of the Great Witch's beauty, but Qining felt a little pitiful to be alone for the rest of his life.
Originally, there were many people with similar looks in the world. If the great witch didn't know Tang Nuo, maybe the two of them just looked alike. But the great witch obviously knew Tang Nuo, so it wasn't that simple that the two looked alike.
Could it be that Tang Nuo was also from the Cangxi Miao Village, and was even related to the great witch
Qi Ning sighed, it seemed that everyone in the world had a secret that was unknown to everyone, just like himself, he also had an incredible secret.
Eve heard Qining sigh and asked strangely: "What are you thinking about? Why are you sighing?"
"Eve, is the great witch unmarried?" Qining thought for a moment before asking: "Does she have any children?"
Eve frowned and said, "What nonsense are you talking about? The great witch serves the witch god, so of course he can't get married, so how can he have children? You can't say such nonsense to blaspheme the great witch in front of others."
"The great witch has no heirs, who will inherit the position of the great witch?" Qining said: "The great witch is not a witch god, so he cannot live forever."
Eve explained: "The great shaman comes from the Cangxi Miao Village. Each generation of great shamans is selected from the previous generation of great shamans in the main village of Cangxi. I don't know how to select, but they are very cautious. It is said that they have to be chosen on a specific birthday." You have to be born to qualify.”
"I see." Qi Ning nodded slightly: "Do you know when the current Grand Wizard took over the position of Grand Wizard?"
Eve thought for a while and then said: "It seems that it has been fifteen or six years since the previous generation of great witches was summoned by the witch god to leave, and the current great witch entered Sun Moon Peak. I heard that the great witch was only in his twenties at that time. Now... it should be He must be less than forty years old."
Qining thought to himself that the great witch was older than he thought. The great witch looked to be in his thirties at most, but he didn't expect that he was nearly forty years old.
Suddenly I remembered that Qi Jing seemed to be in his forties, which was similar to the age of the great witch.
The mountains and streams flowed, the breeze stirred the bamboos, it was approaching dusk, and as we approached the Miao village, we suddenly heard the sound of trombones, and a group of people came to greet us. The person in front turned out to be Bai Yali, with a solemn expression, and walked over and bowed deeply. : "The Miao King sent Bai Yali to invite our good friends, please!"
Eve had already broken free from Qin Ning's hand. When Bai Yali said this, there was a hint of joy in her eyebrows. Qin Ning had already returned the courtesy: "Bald-headed people don't need to be so polite."
Bai Yali led the way, Qining and Eve followed behind. After walking for a while, they heard the sound of trombones and the sound of reeds. Qining looked over and saw only hundreds of reeds on an open field in front of him. The music was played at the same time, and the sound was melodious and cheerful, full of joy and welcome. Girls and boys wearing silver floral decorations and festive costumes came singing and dancing to welcome the guests. The scene was very lively for a while.
Qi Ning was greatly surprised. When Eve came to the stronghold to meet the Miao King, she had played the Lusheng as a welcome gift, but this time the pomp was obviously much bigger than the last time.
Qining couldn't help but look at Eve, thinking that he had already greeted her once before, and there was no need to do it again. Eve saw Qining's confusion, and leaned closer and whispered: "Baiyali just called you good friend, can you hear it?" ?”
Qining nodded, and Eve chuckled: "These are not ordinary friends, they are here to welcome you this time." Apparently she was also happy for Qining, with a smile on her pretty face.
The girl and boy playing the Lusheng presented the most respectful courtesy to Qining, and then spread out a path like flowers. Bai Yali smiled and said: "Good friend, please!"
"This is the most respectful welcome etiquette for the Miao people." Eve whispered.
Only then did Qi Ning understand. He nodded and smiled, and clasped his fists at the Miao people. The Miao people were a little surprised, but in an instant the music became more cheerful.
Qi Ning didn't know that the Miao family usually welcomed guests with such courtesy. They usually welcomed people of very high status, such as envoys from the imperial court or even local officials. In order to show harmony, the Miao people would often welcome guests like this. But in the past, The guests he greeted were often very arrogant. Qining was now approachable and even took the initiative to greet everyone, which was really rare. No wonder the Miao people were surprised.
Previously, Qining held Langchadulu hostage with a knife. Many Miao people recognized him and were very angry with him. But now they have obviously known the truth of the matter. Seeing that this Han family man is calm, calm and approachable, Qining is very angry with him. I can't help but feel good about it, and the music played is even more beautiful.
Bai Yali led the way to the Miao Dazhai. Every once in a while, Miao girls and boys who were singing and dancing came forward. Like stars holding the moon, they put on Qining a unique necklace of the Miao family, eight times in a row. , Qi Ning already wore eight necklaces around his neck, which were quite heavy. Qi Ning only felt that his neck was strangled, but there was nothing easy to take off.
"This is a welcome guest from the Eighth Route Army. It is extremely rare." Eve smiled and said: "It seems that Dandu Bone... No, King Damiao is very proud of you."
Bai Yali and others petitioned for orders in front of the great witch. Dandu Gu had already taken over the position of Miao King. Eve was present at the time and knew that she could no longer call Dandu Gu by his first name.
Seeing that he was about to arrive at Dazhai, he saw Dandu Gu standing in front of him. He had changed his clothes and put on the clothes in the style of the Damiao King. Knowing that Dandu Gu had indeed become the Damiao King, he quickened his pace, and Dandu Gu had also changed his clothes. Come quickly.
"King Damiao!" Qining bowed his hands and saluted.
Dandu Gu stepped forward, opened his arms, and hugged Qining. He was injured, and Qining was afraid of touching his wounds, so he was very careful. Danduugu immediately took Qining's hand, without saying a word, and led Qining in. inside the house.
A banquet had already been set up in the house. Several leaders and important people in the village were present. When they saw Qining coming in, they all bowed and saluted.
Qining thought that Dan Du Gu was more efficient, and he only left the mountain an hour earlier than himself, but he was already well prepared.
Little did he know that after coming down the mountain, Dandu Gu immediately sent two people back to the village to prepare.
Dandu Gu took Qining's hand and walked directly to the main seat. There were two cases on both sides of the previous seat of King Damiao. Dandu Gu invited Qining and Eve to sit down on the left and right sides. Qining and Yifu refused, but in the end they couldn't resist. Dandu bone.
After sitting down, Dandu Gu said: "The chaos in the Miao village, if you hadn't helped, would have been succeeded by Langcha Dulu and the traitors behind him. You have saved my life three times in Dandu Gu. From now on, You are not only the most distinguished guest of my Dandu Gu, but also the most distinguished friend of Cangxi Miao Village." He also said: "My father was killed and cannot drink. Please forgive me, my good friend!"
Qi Ning immediately said: "That's right. King Damiao doesn't need to be so polite."
"Black Rock Cave Eve, I will write a letter today and send someone to see Governor Wei." Dandu Gu turned to look at Eve, "I will explain to him the power of it, and I will warn him that if he goes to war against Black Rock Ridge without permission, We will immediately send people to Beijing to ask the court whether it is the court's intention. My father has passed away and I cannot leave in the past two days. But my father's funeral has been completed. If the matter is not resolved, I will go to see Governor Wei in person. .”
Eve knew that the weight of Dandu Gu's words now was very different from half a day ago, so she stood up and saluted, "Thank you, King Damiao, for upholding justice."
Damu King Dandu Gu smiled and nodded, turned to Qining, and said: "Good friend, Dandu Gu will remember your kindness to me. I have an idea. I wonder if you are willing to do it?"
"King Damiao, please speak!"
"We Miao people have a hobby. Once we meet good friends who are like-minded, we will form a blood alliance and become brothers. What you Han people say is... yes, a sworn knot." Dandu Gu said with a smile: "I don't know if you can Are you willing to form a bloody alliance with me?"
Qi Ning was stunned for a moment, never expecting that Dan Du Gu would make such a suggestion.
Everyone below also looked at each other.
The mature and prudent people murmured in their hearts. They knew that although Dandu Gu was calm in his work, he was bold in his heart. In the past, it was not a big deal for Dandu Gu to form a blood alliance with others, but now Dandu Gu is the king of Miao. His identity is extraordinary, and it is not easy to easily form a blood alliance with others and become brothers.
The most important thing is that although Qining has made great contributions to exposing the rebellion in the Miao Village, and everyone is very grateful, up to now, everyone only knows that he is a member of the Han family, and his origin is unknown, which makes many people feel worried.
However, the King of Miao took the initiative and if he objected at this time, it would inevitably bring disgrace to the scene.
Qi Ning was very surprised, but when he saw Dandu Gu looking at him with hope, he thought for a moment, and finally smiled and said: "King Damiao is generous and loyal, and it is natural for me to be able to form an alliance with you as a brother." He thought in his heart. The truth of the cave incident has not yet been clarified. Xichuan is clouded and the background behind the scenes is confusing. There may be many places where the Damiao King will need help in the future. Now that the Damiao King has taken the initiative to form an alliance based on blood, it is naturally a great thing.
Dan Du Gu was very happy when he saw Qi Ning's agreement. He immediately asked for two bowls of water and put them on the table. He was also very happy. He took the knife, cut his finger and dripped blood into it. When Qi Ning saw this, I can only break my fingers and bleed.
Dandu Gu picked up his own bowl and handed it to Qin Ning. Only then did Qin Ning realize that they were exchanging blood bowls. He was a little worried and secretly thought about drinking each other's blood. Wouldn't it be too unhygienic? But at this point, At this time, he couldn't help it. After changing the bowls, Dan Dugu said: "This is the water of Yingyue Lake. After drinking it, you and I will form a blood alliance. From now on, we will be brothers and we will never betray each other!" Very happily! Lift your head and drink up.
Qin Ning also drank up the bowl of blood and water. Dandu Gu was even more happy when he saw that Qin Ning was very happy. He smiled and said: "Brother, you are really happy."
Qin Ning smiled and thought that luckily there was no need to say anything like asking not to be born in the same year and month but to die in the same year and month. Otherwise, Dan Du's bones were much bigger than his own, and if he took the oath, he would be at a big disadvantage.
"You said your name was Lin Qi last time." Dandu said, "I will call you Brother Lin from now on."
When Qi Ning heard the words, he knew that Dandu Gu was speaking freely and freely, but there was actually something in the truth.
Since the other party took the initiative to become his brother, he was also very sincere and honest. His intention in saying this was simply to hope that he could take the initiative to reveal his identity, but he did not say it outright. In fact, he also left room for himself, if it was really inconvenient. There is no need to say it in public.
Qi Ning knew that if Dandu Gu was not the Miao King, he might be able to hide it, but now that he is the leader of the Miao Family's Seventy-Two Dongs, and he is passionately sworn brother to him, it would be unreasonable for him to hide it anymore. After thinking for a moment, he reached into his arms to take out the wolf chain given to him by Gu Qinghan.
He knew that these Miao people might not believe him when he said that he was a Marquis of Jinyi. However, if he took out the wolf fang chain, Eve would probably recognize it. If he revealed his identity, he would be absolutely foolproof.
This time, all the luggage was handed over to Qi Feng and the others. Apart from the banknotes, he only carried the gold medal and wolf tooth chain given by the emperor.
Along the way, he forgot that he still had these two things on him, especially the wolf chain. It was only then that he remembered that he still had it on him. He reached into his underwear and touched it. He frowned slightly, and everyone was puzzled. His intention was to look at him. Qining touched him a few more times, and finally the color on his face changed, and he said in a voiceless voice: "Not good!"