Chapter 384 The leader of the martial arts alliance?
Master Daoyuan made it clear that he wanted to see off his guests.
Jiang Ran chuckled lightly, but before he could speak, he heard Marquis Wuwei say in a deep voice:
"It's a bit strange for you to behave like this.
"Master Dao Que died tragically. It is reasonable for you to be eager to elect a replacement leader to investigate Master Dao Que's affairs.
"Why do you want to drive me away?
"If I and Daxia Jiang stay here, will it interfere with your important affairs?
"I need to let you know...
"Master Dao Que is not just the sect leader of your Dao Sect.
“At the same time, he is also my Golden Chan Imperial Master!
"His transformation into immortality is not a matter of your sect or family, but a matter of great importance to me, Jin Chan!"
"If you want to deal with it behind closed doors, it's a bit... whimsical!"
Jiang Ran almost couldn't help but give Wu Weihou a big thumbs up.
As expected, he is worthy of being the Marquis of Wuwei. What he said is reasonable and reasonable.
Moreover, only Marquis Wuwei could say this, which is the most appropriate thing to say.
No matter what, Jiang Ran is just a master of martial arts and a commoner.
However, Marquis Wuwei was able to pull out the golden cicada banner, leaving Dao Yuanzhen and others speechless.
Sure enough, several old Taoist priests looked at each other, and finally a real Taoist stepped forward to smooth things over:
"Master Hou was joking.
"We don't intend to close the door and deal with it... It's just that this matter is serious, and Jiang Daxia is not a member of our sect, so...
"Oh, this happened suddenly, and we were all confused.
"Please forgive me, Master Jiang."
Jiang Ran shook his head slightly:
"The words of Master Dao You really make Jiang feel embarrassed.
"However, as we are from the same Jianghu family, if we don't see this matter, we naturally can't take care of it.
“But since it’s happening before our eyes, we can’t turn a blind eye after all.
"Although Jiang is a soft-spoken man, there is merit in asking himself.
"I am willing to stay in this Taoist view for the time being and do my best for this matter."
The snake crawled along the stick. The Taoist Master was choked by these words, so he had no choice but to nod:
"Okay, Daxia Jiang is indeed very righteous."
Wuwei Hou snorted coldly when he heard this:
"I will stay here for the time being. I don't care how you deal with the investigation.
"But this matter must have a result, otherwise, there is no way to explain it to the Holy Father."
After saying this, he glanced at Jiang Ran, and the two of them walked out at the same time.
Jingshuang Jingxue naturally followed Jiang Ran.
The Dao Yizong disciples who were watching all moved out of the way, and Yuwen Subaru, who had been trying to squeeze in, was revealed.
He is old and weak, and he still doesn't know martial arts. How can he win over these Daoyi Sect disciples who practice martial arts all day long?
After struggling for a long time, he finally managed to squeeze in a little. The person in front of him suddenly moved out of the way. He lost all his strength and almost fell down.
In a hurry, I was helped by someone, and I immediately looked up with gratitude. When I was about to thank him, I found that the person helping me was actually Jiang Ran.
Jiang Ran smiled slightly:
"Master Yuwen, what are you doing?"
"..."
Yuwen Subaru was speechless for a moment. He straightened his expression and said in a deep voice:
"How's it going?"
"Dao Que's death was strange, and Jiang suspected that the murderer was among them.
"The Marquis and I plan to stay in this Taoist temple for the time being and help with the investigation... What are Master Yuwen's plans next?"
After hearing this, Yuwen Subaru felt embarrassed.
He thought for a moment and said:
"That being the case, I will borrow the Marquis's carriage and return to Beijing to report this matter to His Majesty."
"That's fine."
Wu Weihou nodded.
The national master's transformation into immortality cannot be concealed.
Otherwise, when Emperor Jin Chan summoned the imperial advisor and found out that the imperial advisor was gone, he didn't know it yet... Long Yan would definitely be furious.
Jiang Ran glanced at Yuwen Subaru but said nothing.
Yuwen Subaru was stared at by Jiang Ran, his brows furrowed:
"You...why are you looking at me like this? But you have different opinions?"
"How can a commoner like you dare to interfere with your actions?"
Jiang Ran quickly waved his hand:
"Master Yuwen, just go on your own, there is no need to worry about Jiang."
Now you will know that you are a commoner...
Yuwen Subaru muttered something in his heart, and after signaling to Marquis Wu Wei, he turned around and left.
Jiang Ran's eyes fell on the man's back, and after a while he looked back at Wu Weihou.
He found that Hou Wuwei was also looking at him.
When their eyes met, they heard Wu Weihou say softly:
"Everyone knows Yuwenting's love for the eldest princess.
"Because of this matter, it is inevitable that I will be biased against you.
"However, Yuwen Subaru is dedicated to serving the public good and is not someone who acts for personal enmity. There is no need for you to target him like this."
"Master Hou saw that I was targeting him?"
Jiang Ran smiled and said:
"You see, he has always been targeting me."
Wu Weihou smiled hoarsely:
"Jiang Ran, you should set your sights further.
"You have an unlimited future, so don't focus on just one moment or one place."
"Master Hou, what you said seems to mean something?"
Jiang Ran raised his eyebrows slightly.
Marquis Wuwei pondered for a moment and said:
"This is a rare opportunity, how about we find a place to chat?"
"good."
Jiang Ran nodded immediately.
Marquis Wuwei was familiar with this place, just like an old horse who knows its way around. He led Jiang Ran around until he came to a pavilion.
The location of this pavilion is special. Looking up, you can see the rolling sea of clouds, and looking down, you can see the bottomless abyss.
Naturally, Marquis Wuwei also had followers around him. As a few people sat down, someone immediately offered him tea.
Just listen to Wu Weihou say:
“I didn’t like drinking tea in the past, I preferred drinking alcohol.
“When we are marching and fighting, although we are told not to drink alcohol, drinking will cause trouble.
"But in fact, before every war, I would secretly drink some...
"This is a habit left over from when I was a charging pawn in the past.
"The charging pawns will never come back nine out of ten times. Every battle is about death or life.
"You don't know whether what you are facing is a volley of thousands of arrows from the opponent, a spear and a galloping horse, or various battle formation traps.
“When we were climbing to the top of the city, a huge stone hit our head...
"If you don't order some wine to strengthen your courage, who would dare to risk your life easily?"
When he said this, he raised his head and looked at Jiang Ran:
"So, I hate this world very much."
"oh?"
Jiang Ran picked up the tea cup and smelled it:
"Have Jianghu ever forced the Marquis to charge into battle?"
"Never."
Wu Weihou shook his head:
"Enlisting into the army is my own choice.
"And at that time, there was a national crisis and the world was in chaos. Even if you didn't join the army, how many days would you be able to live well?
"I hate Jianghu, not because they forced me to join the army.
"It's because...these so-called people in the martial arts world have good martial arts skills, but they only care about their own ego and are unwilling to contribute to their country.
"After we calmed down the chaos in the world, they relied on their martial arts to do evil again.
"Bullying the people of our home and country who risk their lives to protect us.
“Confucianism disrupts the law with literature, and chivalry violates the law with force.
"From my point of view, if we can really make this world disappear with a ban on martial arts, that would be the best thing."
When he said this, he picked up the tea cup and drank it in one gulp.
Then he slowly closed his eyes:
"I seldom drink alcohol now, and I don't even dare to get drunk.
"I'm just worried that if I get drunk, I'll lead my army across the rivers and lakes.
"At that time... both sides will suffer.
"It gives the enemy an opportunity to take advantage of.
"Jiang Ran, you also know why His Majesty tolerates you in every possible way.
"Now Jin Chan is in a precarious situation. The Qing Kingdom has left the country behind my back. Now the situation is about to break out.
"Your Majesty does not dare to use weapons rashly, not because he cannot, but because he cannot bear it.
"I have seen what blood flow is like.
"The human tragedy of Thousand Miles of Red Land can never happen again within the borders of our Golden Cicada Kingdom.
"So, it's up to you to escort the eldest princess.
"Although Yuwen Subaru is dedicated to serving the public good, he is biased against you, and he has never noticed it himself.
"I don't blame him for this... We are not saints, we will always be affected by various situations.
"You don't want to be acquainted with him."
Jiang Ran smiled:
"Master Hou is talking about Yuwenting?"
"Asking even though you know it."
Wu Weihou breathed out softly:
"But what I want to talk to you about today is not this matter...
"Jiang Ran, I want to ask you... do you want to be the leader of the martial arts alliance?"
This topic is not trivial, but Wu Weihou said it lightly.
So much so that Ye Jingshuang and Ye Jingxue were shocked.
The situation in Jinchanjianghu is relatively complicated.
There are many sects, gangs, sects and mountains.
There are also countless lone rangers wandering around everywhere...most of them are like Jian Wusheng, with superb martial arts that no one can accept.
Therefore, this world has never had an alliance leader.
Jiang Ran lowered his head and stared at the tea cup in his hand:
"This matter is not easy."
"It's really not easy."
Marquis Wuwei said coldly:
"And the reason why it's not easy is because these Jianghu people are living so well.
"If their lives are not so good, this martial arts leader may not be unavailable."
"Since Lord Marquis has said this, he obviously has a plan in mind..."
Jiang Ran tapped his fingers lightly on the table:
"And judging from what you just said, this method is probably quite brutal."
"Jin Chan's rivers and lakes are in disarray because there is no one who can unite them.
“There is no need for unity, and naturally there is no need for a leader.
"But if the imperial court issues a ban on martial arts and arrests those who disobey the discipline.
"I will lead the army and eat away at the power of the world bit by bit.
"Let me ask, will the remaining people endanger themselves?"
As expected, Wu Weihou's idea was indeed not as good as Jiang Ran expected. It turned out to be quite cruel.
Jiang Ran glanced at him, but shook his head:
"This is not the best policy."
"It seems you already have a good idea in mind?"
Wu Weihou looked at Jiang Ran:
"I would like to hear the details."
Jiang Ran shook his head:
"Master Hou is joking, Jiang is just a fool in the world, so what good or bad advice can he have?"
Marquis Wuwei looked at Jiang Ran quietly and shook his head slightly:
"No, you have thought of a better way.
“Use rivers and lakes to control rivers and lakes.
"The reason why you think the method I mentioned is not the best option is because it will cause conflicts between the imperial court and the world.
“There are too many variables...a slight inadvertence may have an unpredictable impact on Jiangshan Sheji.
“The real best strategy is not to ride the rivers and lakes, but to start from the rivers and lakes.
“Start from the Jianghu and return to the Jianghu.
"But such candidates are so difficult to find."
When it comes to this matter, both of them understand what the so-called best strategy is.
To put it simply, it is to find a person, let him go deep into the world, and stir up troubles in the world.
And this storm must be strong before these people in the world can unite and become one.
Jiang Ran took advantage of the situation and took advantage of the situation. After solving the problem, he naturally became the leader of the martial arts alliance.
Everything starts from the rivers and lakes and returns to the rivers and lakes. It does not involve the people or the court.
In this process, no matter how many people die or how many disputes arise, it is Jianghu's own business.
It has nothing to do with anyone else.
However, this road is dangerous. If you take one step forward, you may fall into a deep valley and lose your body.
It is also possible that the clouds will rise straight up...to the nine heavens.
To others, it may have great appeal.
After all, it was the imperial court standing behind them.
But for Jiang Ran... this matter was actually boring.
Working with the imperial court to deal with the Jianghu and setting up a plan for the world...sounds like it is very interesting.
But in fact, it is nothing more than a sword in the hands of the imperial court.
After the malignant tumor is removed, you must obey the court's instructions.
All reputations and statuses are given by the imperial court, and it is definitely not that difficult for people to take them back.
After working hard for half a life, I ended up with an involuntary end.
This is not what Jiang Ran wants.
Therefore, Jiang Ran stopped talking at all.
Neither of them spoke for a while.
Ye Jingshuang and Ye Jingxue both felt a bit on pins and needles.
Wu Weihou's words were too terrifying, and what he was thinking was too huge. As people in the world, as long as they thought that there was such a person above the court, waiting to plot against them... this
It is inevitable that I feel a little uneasy.
He even subconsciously went to see Jiang Ran.
Jiang Ran's face looked as usual.
On the other hand, Wuweihou's face became darker and darker.
After a long while, Marquis Wuwei let out a long breath:
"Jiang Ran, what I told you..."
"Master Hou."
Jiang Ran interrupted him before he could finish speaking:
"The world has its own principles and rules. If you are a member of the world, you will inevitably speak for the world.
"But it is true that there are also thieves who are lawless and evil, and regard human life with contempt.
"So, Jiang became a knife hunter.
"Use the knife in your hand to protect the way in your heart.
"The Marquis wants to prevent the rivers and lakes from harming the people, and wants to become a martial arts leader to restrain the rivers and lakes.
"But I don't know if Mr. Hou has thought about it.
"After the ferocious catfish enters the pond, it can certainly unite the small fish and shrimps.
"But after this catfish dies, will the leader chosen at that time really have any control over the world?"
Wu Weihou swallowed his breath immediately, but was not convinced:
"As the leader of the martial arts alliance, they should naturally obey the leader's orders, otherwise..."
"How else?"
Jiang Ran said with a half-smile:
"If you don't obey, will you issue a killing order?
"What will happen once this case is started? There are people who have done evil things and were punished by the leader of the alliance for not obeying the rules. It is natural.
"Then there was another chivalrous and righteous person who couldn't stand the corrupt officials harming the people, so he took his head at night and was subsequently executed by the leader of the alliance.
"Again, there was someone who saw injustice on the road and killed the bandits. He was also sentenced to death by the leader of the alliance for 'unwanted suicide'...
"Once this happens, the alliance leader will no longer be the alliance leader.
"Wu Weihou should know that water can carry a boat but also capsize it.
"The so-called leader of the martial arts league is the choice of the people in the martial arts world. When one day, the leader's actions are completely contrary to theirs, how much weight do you think this leader has to make them obey him to the death?
"At that time, the situation will evolve into 'raise the rivers and lakes to defeat the alliance leader'!
"Everything is a waste of money...all in vain.
"And if this is the truth, it will be known to others.
"Then it would be better for the Marquis to just step into the arena and have a spectacular show."
"..."
Marquis Wuwei left Jiang Ran speechless.
He frowned and lowered his head slowly. He originally wanted to say something, but when he was about to speak, he closed his mouth again.
Because he found that even he couldn't convince himself of the words he wanted to say.
He wanted to say that corrupt officials should be killed without mercy.
But he also thought that the officialdom was complicated and human relationships were complicated. If there were no guarantees, there would be people with extraordinary skills and eyes who would put pressure on the 'alliance leader' at that time.
So that these measures can be taken.
It's okay for now while I'm still here.
But who can guarantee that he can live a long life? Who can be sure that this matter will always be under his control?
In the end, he worked hard to promote this matter, but the power to take charge of it was given to others.
The result is no longer predictable.
Thinking of this, Wu Weihou closed his eyes tightly.
But Jiang Ran laughed and said:
"But...Jiang also understood what Mr. Hou said.
"What you are thinking is actually similar to that of the eldest princess.
"It's nothing more than...ruling the rivers and lakes with rivers and lakes.
“However, the so-called martial arts leader Taixu really cannot bear the word ‘governing’.
"In Jiang's opinion, it is better to cooperate."
Wu Weihou was stunned for a moment and looked up at Jiang Ran:
"What's the meaning?"
Jiang Ran turned his head, glanced in the direction of Master Dao Que, and sighed softly:
"Take today as an example.
"Master Dao Que is dead. You and I know clearly that there are many problems in this Taoist view. I am afraid that the contradictions are internal.
"But because of my status as a Jianghu person, I am not qualified to participate in the 'family affairs' of Dao Yizong. If it hadn't been for what the Marquis said, I would have been kicked out of Dao Yizong by now.
“In fact, such situations can be found everywhere in the world.
"And then there is Shen Tuhong... He is the deputy master of Jingmie Pavilion, but just because he is Shen Tu Lie's younger brother, do you think how Shen Tu Lie reacted to me?
"Actually, Jiang knew what he was thinking without him having to say anything.
"Shen Tuhong is his younger brother Shen Tu Lie. Even if he makes a lot of mistakes, Shen Tu Lie should handle it by himself instead of letting an outsider like Jiang Ran do it for him.
"Master Hou, do you know how many people in this world are brave and heroic in their hearts, but because they don't have a title, some people are unable to help them when they see injustice.
“Some things I know are wrong, but I can’t take care of them.
"In such a situation, in addition to the other party rejecting people on the grounds of 'family matters' or 'internal matters', there is another fundamental reason... those who want to be a knight-errant have no backing.
"They may have great martial arts skills, but they always have worries of one kind or another.
“The younger ones are beaten and the older ones are disturbed, and the final result is...it’s better to do less than to do more.
"How can the world not be in chaos if things continue like this?"