Qi Ning thought for a moment and then asked: "Brother Lou, there is something that may not be appropriate. I don't know if I should ask it or not."
"You can just say it." Master Lou Wen said openly, "Between you and me, there is nothing that should be asked or should not be asked."
Qi Ning nodded and said: "I would like to ask, if Gang Leader Xiang is really killed this time, the Aoki Conference will definitely elect a new Gang Leader. In your opinion, who is the most suitable person to inherit the position of Gang Leader?"
Master Lou Wen smiled and said: "There have always been three ways to succeed the leader of the Beggar Clan. The first one is naturally appointed by the leader, but even so, it requires the approval of the majority of the four elders and the twenty-eight rudders, but the person selected by the past leaders is , of course there will be no problem, so since the Beggar Gang was established, almost all the heirs designated by the gang leader will successfully inherit the position of gang leader. This second method is an emergency, if it encounters a life-and-death situation for the Beggar Gang. At this time, if someone from the gang steps forward to turn the tide, and everyone in the gang supports him, then even the gang leader cannot decide who will succeed him. However, these people are all talented people in the world, and I am not the only one in the Beggar Gang. It is often seen that there was a leader of the Luo Gang more than a hundred years ago. He made extraordinary achievements and the previous leader abdicated in favor of someone new."
Qi Ning said: "What about the last method?"
"This last option is after the gang leader encounters an accident." Master Lou Wen looked solemn: "The Beggar Gang will hold the Qingmu Conference, but all Beggar Gang disciples, regardless of high or low, are eligible to participate in the selection of help, but this choice It is even more difficult to appoint a gang leader. Not only does one have to be outstanding in martial arts, but one also needs to be supported by the whole gang. Generally speaking, when encountering such a situation, one is selected from among the four elders."
Qi Ning nodded slightly, understanding in his heart that there were countless disciples of the Beggar Clan, and there were not a few who were highly skilled in martial arts. Even among the disciples of the Beggar Clan, many had martial arts skills that surpassed those of the four elders. However, when it came to their status and qualifications in the Beggar Clan, naturally No one can compare with the four elders. Each of the four elders leads a side and each has countless supporters. So in the final analysis, the four elders still have to rely on their martial arts to compete for the position of gang leader.
"The leader of the gang encountered something unexpected. If the new leader succeeds, he must find the real culprit within two years, and then hold a meeting. The murderer needs to be mature enough to kill with 7749 swords." Master Lou Wen said seriously: "If it takes two years If the real culprit cannot be found and the gang leader cannot be avenged, then he will voluntarily abdicate and give his place to someone else."
Qi Ning said: "Bai Hu has released the news that the gang leader has been killed. This Qingmu Conference in Xiangyang Gulong will naturally re-elect the gang leader." He smiled faintly and said, "What about Bai Hu's martial arts?"
Master Lou Wen smiled and said: "When it comes to martial arts, among the four elders, I am afraid that my martial arts is no longer inferior to the other three. But when it comes to talents, Northern Xuanwu is stronger than me. His martial arts is not weak. I am originally I have made up my mind, if I really have to choose a gang leader this time, Xuanwu will be the one to choose."
Qi Ning was a little surprised, thinking that Master Lou Wen was really upright, his martial arts was not weak, and he was dominating. If he really wanted to compete for the position of gang leader, he might not have a chance, but he was determined to support Northern Xuanwu and had no selfish desires. , and there was even more respect in my heart.
Wen Wu is the first, martial arts is second. People in the world never feel that they are lagging behind others. They are both the four elders. Master Lou Wen's martial arts is not inferior to Xuanwu, but he is willing to give in to the talented. This magnanimity makes people have to admiration. Qi Ning was originally worried that the four elders would fight each other and would eventually take advantage of Bai Hu. Now that Master Lou Wen supports Xuanwu, if the two elders join forces, they may not be able to compete with Bai Hu.
Thinking of this, Qi Ning felt a little at ease and said with a smile: "Brother's open-mindedness is admirable. But...brother should pay more attention to the white tiger when he goes to Xiangyang."
"Brother Qi, you hesitate to speak. What's going on?" Master Lou frowned and said, "If you have anything to say, feel free to speak out. There's no need to be shy."
Qi Ning hesitated for a moment and then said: "Brother, if I say that Gang Leader Xiang was seriously injured was because Bai Hu colluded with others, would you believe it?"
Master Lou Wen was startled, and Gongsun Jian and others were also stunned, looking at each other. Master Lou frowned and was silent for a moment, then said: "I will investigate this matter. Bai Hu is among the four elders. His qualifications are second to none. He has been in the Beggar Clan for decades and has made many contributions...!" He pondered for a moment before smiling and said: "But I will remember Brother Qi's words. After we meet Xuanwu in Xiangyang, we will There are calculations.”
At this time, I suddenly heard the strong boatman say: "Several... heroes, the rain has eased a lot, we can... we can cross the river."
Master Lou nodded and said, "Thank you."
The two boatmen left the cabin, and Master Lou Wen said: "In terms of qualifications, Bai Hu is qualified to be the leader of the gang, but his talent is mediocre and it is difficult to convince the crowd. And since the old man is still alive, there is no need to choose another gang leader. In the letter, Bai Hu kept saying that the gang leader was killed, but when the time came, he was asked to provide conclusive evidence. If he couldn't see the gang leader's body, no one could be the gang leader."
The two of them were talking in the cabin. It took half a stick of incense for the ferry to reach the other side. Qining had some broken silver on him and no copper coins. He took a piece of broken silver as ship fare and forced the old man to accept it. The old man Thank you very much.
Qi Ning thought that given Chi Danmei's current situation, it was unrealistic to escape very far. The old man said that there was a small temple twenty miles southwest that could treat injuries. He thought he would go and have a look first and ask the old man. After asking about the road in detail, Master Lou Wen wanted to go west. After the two said goodbye, Master Lou Wen led his men to the west. Qining could only carry Chi Danmei on his back and turned to the southwest.
Chi Danmei has a sexy figure but is light in weight. Qin Ning has deep internal strength. Carrying Chi Danmei on his back is not a problem. After only walking for an hour, the rain has stopped and the sky is still gray. It is already evening. , at a glance, there were green weeds not far ahead, but there was a dense bamboo forest to the left. It was only a few miles away. Qining thought that that side should be the place the old man said, and immediately accelerated his pace to go there.
Close to the bamboo forest, after the heavy rain, bursts of bamboo fragrance float out from the bamboo forest, mixed with the earthy smell after the heavy rain, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.
Qi Ning felt a little strange in his heart. He thought to himself that he had never heard that the temple would be built in a bamboo forest. When he arrived at the edge of the bamboo forest, he quickly found a path leading to the depths of the bamboo forest. The Chidan Meiwu on his back never woke up. , but my breathing was quite even. I followed the path into the bamboo forest. After the rain, there was a layer of mist floating in the bamboo forest, like haze. After walking along the path for a long time, I suddenly saw that the front suddenly became brighter. I saw only a small pond in front of me. The water was clear, with lotus leaves floating on it. There were even frogs lying on the lotus leaves and croaking. There were four wooden houses beside the pond. Qining frowned, thinking about the old man. It is said that there is a temple here, but there is no trace of the temple at this time, but a few small wooden houses, which is quite confusing.
Qi Ning knew that although Chi Danmei's martial arts was high, she was in a coma and would naturally have no luck. Her whole body was already soaked. If she didn't make a fire to dry it in time, she might aggravate her injuries. He walked around the pond and arrived at the wooden house. In front of him, he saw that the wooden doors of three of the wooden houses were closed, and only the door of the wooden house on the edge was slightly open. Qining knocked on the door and asked: "Is there anyone in the house?"
There was no sound in the house. Qining asked again. There was silence all around. There seemed to be no trace of people in this wooden house in the forest. Now he gently opened the wooden door and found no one in the house. Although there were windows, the weather outside was hazy. Inside the house Naturally, it was very dark. I could vaguely see a plank bed in the corner of the room with no bedding on it. There was a table in the middle of the room with two small wooden chairs beside it. There was an oil lamp on the table and even a flint next to it. .
Qining saw that although the house was simple, it was quite clean. It seemed that someone lived here. Otherwise, if it had been unoccupied for a long time, it would have been covered with a layer of dust.
He went over and carefully placed Chi Danmei on the board, and then went out. He wanted to find a stove to light a fire. When he arrived at the other three wooden houses, the wooden doors could not be pushed open. With his martial arts, it would be natural to break in. It's an easy thing, but after all, there are people living here. It would be rude to enter the house without permission. If he breaks in, he will be a robber.
Not only were the wooden doors tightly closed, but the windows of the three wooden houses were also boarded up, making it difficult to see clearly what was going on inside. Qining was confused and suddenly smelled a strange smell. He straightened his nose and sniffed, then raised his hand to slap the tip of his nose. Fan, it was a rotten smell, even mixed with traces of blood, permeating the air. The bamboo fragrance in the bamboo forest was very strong before, and it was difficult to detect if you didn't smell it carefully. At this time, Qining was beside the wooden house. , but he smelled the clues.
He went around to the back of the wooden house, trying to find something to make a fire and see if anyone was there. When he got to the back of the house, the putrid smell was even stronger. He saw a path leading deeper into the bamboo forest. He followed the path for a few steps and noticed the putrid smell. The smell was even more clear. Qining knew that the source was in front of him. He took the Cold Blade in his hand and touched it along the path. After walking for a while, the rancid smell made people almost nauseous. He covered his mouth and nose with a piece of cloth, and then After walking for a while, I saw a pothole in front of me. When I got closer, I saw that the pothole was full of rotten flesh and bones. Maggots were crawling on the rotten flesh and bones, and there were even blow flies buzzing. swarms.
Qining's stomach was tumbling, and he almost vomited. He covered his mouth and barely glanced around. He saw that the pits seemed to be filled with livestock and beasts. Suddenly, he saw a human skull exposed among the carrion, and his heart shuddered. , suddenly felt that something was not good, turned around, forgot about the cabin and ran over.
There was wind under his feet, and he was walking as fast as flying. When he saw the row of small wooden houses, he suddenly saw a shadow appearing on the side. He clenched the cold blade in his hand and looked over. He saw an old woman with white hair in her fifties or sixties, with a pestle in her hand. He was carrying a wooden stick and a bamboo basket on his back. Because of his hunchback, his whole body was almost bent at ninety degrees. The old woman obviously heard the sound. She raised her head slightly and turned to look over. Qining saw the appearance of this old woman. He was ugly, and his left eye even had a sarcoma that covered his entire left eye.