Qin Huaidao turned around and saw that it was Li Xiaogong, Prince of Hejian County, Li Er's cousin and a famous general of the Tang Dynasty. He was dressed in brocade clothes and looked extraordinary. He called him his nephew. Naturally, he didn't want to reveal his identity, so he bowed and said, "I have met Shibo."
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Li Xiaogong nodded with satisfaction, took the sword and looked at it, and then looked at the chipped Red Blood Sword. His eyes lit up and he said: "My nephew, this sword is worth 20,000 yuan. How about giving it to Shibo? Shibo's family is short of one."
A tool used to kill chickens and sheep, this one looks good."
Twenty thousand yuan is simply a sky-high price. According to the current rice price, one penny can buy about two kilograms of rice, which is roughly equivalent to ten yuan in future generations. One tael is one thousand yuan, and twenty thousand taels is 20 million yuan, which is equivalent to two yuan in future generations.
100 million.
Spending 20,000 yuan to buy and kill chickens and sheep, I'm afraid there is a story behind it, but the target of the trap dug with all the trouble is the Wang family. Qin Huaidao was about to refuse, but the shopkeeper yelled impatiently: "No selling, say
Good bidding, Mr. Qin Xiaoguo, one cannot break one's word."
"Of course, we will be at Jufu Restaurant in three days." Qin Huaidao said following the trend.
"Okay, then let's bid, and the one with the highest price will get it." Li Xiaogong returned the sword to Qin Huaidao, patted Qin Huaidao on the shoulder, smiled meaningfully, and left.
When Qin Huaidao saw that the pit had been dug and his goal was achieved, he took the one thousand taels of bets he had won and withdrew. Cheng Chumo ignored the shopkeeper's pained expression and caught up with him with his own share, saying excitedly: "Brother, there is nothing."
I told you that when the whole building gets together after my shift, I’ll call the other brothers, I’ll invite you!”
Chunmanlou is a famous fireworks place in Chang'an. Qin Huaidao refused: "I won't go until my injury is healed. By the way, did Li Shangshu mean something in what he said just now?"
Cheng Chumo looked around and lowered his voice and said: "Li Shangshu has a big feud with the Wang family. The black bird is the emblem of the Wang family. Buying it back to kill chickens and sheep will naturally humiliate the Wang family. If you really auction it, the Wang family will definitely win."
"I see, Jufu Restaurant is your family's property. The Five Surnames and Qiwang will definitely send people here. Other aristocratic families, wealthy families, nobles, and wealthy businessmen will also come to watch the fun. I remember that Uncle Cheng hates these famous families the most. Please go back and tell me
, charge more for tea, and give them a huge amount of money, just to be arrogant."
"Hahaha, you are so sinister, I like it." Cheng Chumo patted his chest gratefully, making a thumping sound.
Returning to the house, Qin Huaidao threw the one thousand taels of lottery he had won to Jia Youcai, and said: "Uncle Jia, buy two sheep and stew them, and make meat and meat for everyone. In addition, everyone in the house will buy a pair of clothes."
A pair of shoes, let’s get it done.”
"Young Master, what is this?" Jia Youcai looked at a bag of silver and was completely confused.
"Earn it."
"Won it?"
Jia Youcai was even more confused. He just went out and won a thousand taels. This money was too good to win, right? But when he saw Qin Huaidao wandering into the inner courtyard, he couldn't catch up and ask. An old brother happened to come in from outside to buy something. He was so excited.
He said: "Butler, I'm so happy, so happy."
"What's the joy?"
"The young master just went to the Cui family's weapons shop to compete with swords. He chopped down the Cui family's red blood sword, which has never been defeated, and won a thousand taels. Also, the prince of Hejian County is willing to pay 20,000 to buy the young master's sword. The young master
The owner refused and said that if it is auctioned in three days, the price may be higher, and our family is not short of money for the time being."
"What, what you said is true?" Jia Youcai was shocked and grabbed the other party excitedly.
"Really, the news has spread throughout Chang'an City."
"Hahaha, great, the young master really has a way. General, did you see it in Tianzhiling? The young master is a great talent. The magic weapon he forged with his own hands surpasses the Red Blood Sword. With this craftsmanship, the Qin Mansion will not fall."
"Yes, the Qin Mansion will not fall. We don't have to leave. If the young master can make one, he can make a second and third one. I didn't expect that the young master is so proficient in Gewuxi, and he doesn't want to teach him?"
Jia Youcai's face became solemn and he solemnly warned: "Don't even think about it. Don't forget your identity."
"Understood, this is not because I have no strength, but I want to help the young master to relieve his worries."
"Such a skill is unparalleled in the world and will surely become the foundation of the Qin government. How can it be passed on to others? If the order is passed, the young master must not reveal the forging by himself, so as not to be guilty of having a jade. Anyone who leaks the secret will have the whole family executed!"
"Here!"
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Liangyi Hall.
A man is sitting on a cloud couch reviewing documents. He is wearing a bright yellow brocade suit. His eyes are bright and sparkling with wisdom. His body is a little fat, but he gives people a sense of supreme pressure. He is the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty.
Li Er.
A chamberlain came in on tiptoe with an indifferent expression. He stopped some distance away and shouted softly: "Your Majesty, the King of Hejian County asks to see you."
"Xuan!" Li Er put down the paperwork and flicked his broad sleeves, full of domineering.
Soon, Li Xiaogong, the prince of Hejian County, came in in a hurry. After saluting, he said: "I am here to see your majesty."
"Xiao Gong, is there something wrong?"
"Weichen encountered something interesting today. Qin Huaidao, the son of Duke Yi, went to the Cui Family Arms Shop for a test. He used the sword in his hand to cut down the Red Blood Sword. Weichen personally tested it and found that the sword was unscathed. It can be called a magic weapon.
Three days later, I bid at the Jufu Restaurant, saying that my family was in trouble and needed money."
"Oh, there is such a thing? When did Duke Yi's palace have such a magic weapon? I have never heard Duke Yi mention it. What is the origin of this magic weapon?"
"It is said to be something left over from the cave of a certain pre-Qin warlock in Kunlun. Wei Chen has looked at the sword carefully and found that it is a bit special. But why is it so special? Wei Chen doesn't know how to cast it, so he can't tell. Wei Chen thinks that such a magic weapon should be returned to the imperial court.
As it is used to control the country, once the bidding falls into a wealthy family, it will be detrimental to the court."
"It makes sense, but?" Li Er was a little embarrassed. It was very troublesome to participate in the auction. The ministers in the two Koreas could quarrel with each other if they used the state treasury. But if they used the internal funds, well, there is no money from the internal funds. The palace is still practicing frugality, which is even more touching.
No, the court has not responded to Qin Huaidao's surprise attack, and Li Er couldn't help it.
Li Xiaogong had already thought of a lot before he came, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I still have some savings at home, and I am willing to take the magic weapon and offer it to your Majesty, so that I can use my talents to the best of my ability."
"Brother Huang is interested!" Li Er said with a smile, even changing his title to show his closeness.
"Being able to share the worries of the Holy One is something I cannot ask for. In this case, I will resign."
Li Er watched Li Xiaogong leave with a frown on his face. As a famous general of the clan who had conquered most of the Tang Dynasty, Li Xiaogong did have some great achievements that shocked his master. He made a lot of noises about himself every day in order to eliminate suspicion. This time he was willing to spend money to buy magic soldiers as a donation.
, is it not a case of self-protection and a case of loyalty?
As an emperor who loved and cherished talents, Li Er wanted to reuse Li Xiaogong, but the risk was too great.
The two emotions of fear and appreciation made Li Er very embarrassed.
After pondering for a moment, Li Er flipped through the documents and said coldly: "Secret guard, investigate this matter!"
"According to the order!"
A black shadow flew away from the inconspicuous shadow.
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The inner hall of the Wang family's residence in Chang'an City.
The head of the family, Wang Gui, who was the Minister of Rites, stared at the man in front of him with a gloomy face and said coldly: "Are you sure you saw the black bird emblem on the sword with your own eyes?"
"Back to my father, I have never seen the child with my own eyes, but the shopkeeper of the Cui family's weapons shop has many servants. People are watching. There should be no fake. That old man Li Xiaogong will definitely participate in the bidding. Once the other party gets it, he will be engraved with a black bird."
The totem's magic weapon has been reduced to an object for slaughtering chickens and sheep, which has damaged the reputation of the Wang family. This matter is no longer a matter of money, but a matter of dignity of the Wang family. Moreover, the magic weapon is extraordinary and can be taken as a family treasure."
"My son's words are reasonable, but this is obviously a conspiracy to deliberately harm my Wang family."
"Nine times out of ten, this kid is making a fuss about my Wang family's totem. It's a conspiracy. He knows it's a scam but has to take action. Otherwise, the Wang family will become the laughingstock of the world."
"This boy is more troublesome than Qin Qiong. He knows how to kill people. What do you want to do?"
"Send dead soldiers to infiltrate and take out the magic soldiers. If it doesn't work, kill them to avoid future troubles. The Wang family cannot be humiliated. We can't miss it again this time. At the same time, prepare money to participate in the auction, just in case. There are still three days left.
, enough to organize everything!”
"good!"
Wang Gui's eyes flashed coldly, like a dormant old fox.