In fact, the so-called Jiangnan scholar style did not sweep across the two states of Suzhou and Hangzhou, because after passing through Suzhou and arriving at Hangzhou, it was not far from Youzhou, which was the border.
Especially after walking halfway through Hangzhou, the scholarly charm suddenly disappeared and turned into a green forest mountain road where thieves were rampant. Every year, those scholars who were killed by the so-called mountain king were never there.
few.
And on the border between Youzhou and Hangzhou, there is a group of the most notorious gangsters - the Thirteen Bandits of Danghunling.
Judging from the meaning of this name, it does not mean that this group of bandits only consists of thirteen people, but that there are a total of thirteen leaders in this village, and their miscellaneous subordinates have attracted a total of seven to eight hundred people.
But when it comes to the martial arts of these thirteen people, they are not really that strong. Most of them are at the fifth level, and only the first and third masters are at the fourth level.
As for why there is no second master among the fourth-level strength but a third master sneaks in, it is because the second master in the cottage does not know martial arts at all, and has always acted as a military advisor in the cottage!
But this is the military advisor. You must not underestimate him just because he doesn't know martial arts. Being able to climb to the position of second in command without relying on force is enough to prove his skill.
According to rumors, the second-in-command was just a scholar who was abducted up the mountain before he was killed. He was originally supposed to be used in exchange for a ransom, but I don’t know what method he used to impress the first-in-command in the village at that time.
The most surprising thing about letting him sit in the second position in Danghun Ridge was that none of the other heads present at the time stood up to object.
After so many years, this group of bandits, known as the strongest on the border of Hangzhou, dare not take a step into Youzhou. Among them, lack of strength is one of the main reasons why they dare not enter Youzhou.
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As a border, Youzhou naturally has a large number of border troops. Therefore, except for a few truly powerful mountain bandits, no one can gain a foothold on Youzhou. What's more, there is also a famous family in Youzhou.
The idealistic sect of the great sect is guarding!
Speaking of the Thirteen Bandits of Danghun Ridge, I really can't think of any better adjectives. Even the fellows who ate together on the Green Forest Road couldn't stand them. They always wanted to cause trouble for them, but they kept trying.
Their failure was inseparable from the fact that they were on the top of the mountain - Danghun Ridge.
In the eyes of ordinary people in the green forest, what everyone wants is just gold, silver, jewelry and other yellow and white things. Whether they are robbing homes or kidnapping for extortion, they are all seeking money. As long as the other party obediently takes out the money, they will
In fact, they will not embarrass others unduly. As long as the kidnapped person pays enough ransom, they will honestly release him. If there are enough manpower, they may even send someone to send the kidnapped person back.
Home!
But in the eyes of the thirteen bandits in Danghun Ridge, there was no integrity at all. After receiving the ransom, it was just a common thing for them to quarrel with each other, and when they led their men down the mountain to burn, kill and loot, they would also
After committing those horrific massacres of villages, as long as they don't seek death and go to Linhua City, the capital of Hangzhou, no one can control them.
This does not mean that the imperial court and local officials in Hangzhou just left this group of people alone, but that they really had no way to deal with this group of bandits.
Since Danghun Ridge is named Danghun, its dangerous terrain is enough to frighten people. In addition, behind Danghun Ridge is the vast mountain of 100,000 mountains. They can escape at any time.
If the imperial court dared to send only hundreds or even thousands of people to encircle and suppress them tepidly, then they would dare to rely on the terrain to engage in contact warfare with those officers and soldiers. In the end, those officers and soldiers would leave dozens or even hundreds of people here.
A corpse.
If the imperial court dares to send troops to invade in large numbers, then they will take their belongings and go into the mountains to hide. They will not come out until the storm has passed.
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The combination of these factors was the reason why the court had no way to deal with them.
"Hehehehe, brother, look down there, there are two people who are not afraid of death running in this heavy snowy day, let's do some work again!"
Among the thirteen heads, the seventh head was the first to notice the two people walking from the intersection, so he quickly spoke to his eldest brother.
His words restored the interest of the minions around him who had become listless after waking up early in the winter.
In the forest below Danghun Ridge, two people, an old man and a young man, were walking through the forest. Their footsteps rustled on the white snow that covered the road last night. They seemed not to notice at all that they were in the forest.
Strange.
Judging from the way the young man is dressed, he seems to be a scholar on a study tour, and the old man should be a servant accompanying him.
"Master, we really shouldn't have passed here! The bad reputation of the Thirteen Bandits of Danghun Ridge is no joke. If we meet them, we will really lose our lives here!"
"Uncle An, I really don't know what you are afraid of. Although my strength is not very good, it is still a real fifth-level strength. Not to mention counterattack, self-protection is enough! Plus An
Uncle, with your fourth-level strength, I don’t believe what they can do to us if we cross paths!”
This young scholar who traveled around the world for the first time obviously didn't take Uncle An's words to heart because he knew some martial arts. He always felt that he was as invincible as the leader of the martial arts alliance!
The young scholar looked at the worried expression of the old man next to him and spoke to comfort him.
"Okay, Uncle An, we're just going here. We're not going up the mountain to compete with the thirteen bandits from Danghun Ridge to test their martial arts. What's more, it's snowy, and even those bandits are not willing to come out to intercept the road.
!Maybe now, those bandits are still sleeping soundly in the village!"
After saying that, the young man took the old man's hand and started acting coquettishly.
"Uncle An! The main reason is that the path you are looking for is really difficult to walk, and now the mountains are blocked by heavy snow. If you follow that path home, you don't know how long it will take!"
"well!"
Uncle An just sighed and did not refute what his young master said. In fact, in his heart, he also believed that what his young master said was right. People in cold weather may not encounter that kind of Danghun Ridge.
Thirteen bandits.
But in fact, he still looks a little helpless. He only has the strength of the fourth level. If he encounters that evil bandit who kills without blinking an eye, then it is really impossible for him to protect the safety of his young master, but since this
By now he had entered the forest, and there was no way out. He just hoped to pass through the forest as soon as possible.
"Jie Jie Jie! I originally thought that after the heavy snowfall, all businesses on Green Forest Road would be affected, but I didn't expect you two to be so generous. The snow hasn't stopped yet, and you guys can't wait to come to Danghun Ridge for us.
Here comes the money."
What are you afraid of? Uncle An's silent thoughts in his heart haven't even been said yet! Twelve figures led by a black-faced man appeared on the hilltop in the distance. Behind them were nearly a hundred younger brothers, all holding hands.
All kinds of weapons.
After Uncle An saw this group of people, he protected the young man behind him.
"Masters, the two of us just happened to be passing by here. We really don't have anything else to think about. We must pay attention to the convenience of others when we are living in the world. I wonder if you, the masters, can help us.
It’s convenient, give us a way to survive!”
As he spoke, Uncle An consciously took off the heavy money bag around his waist.
"Master, the two of us spent a lot of money traveling all the way from Youzhou.
So now I only have this little money left with me, not too much, but not much, a total of one hundred and forty-two taels of silver. Please accept it if you please!"
The mountain king took the money bag and weighed it.
"Hehehe, you are somewhat sincere, but I have the rules of Danghun Ridge. I won't withdraw the knife until there is blood! Today, one of you two must collect the corpse for the other!"
Uncle An still asked the young scholar to stand behind him like a chicken guarding his food, while he stood in front to negotiate. This made the young man who had been a little excited since the bandits came out restless.
"Head of the house, look at what you said, you can't ask for more than a word of money when you go out! Who can have trouble with money? I have an idea here, what do you think of this, there are one hundred and forty-two taels
On the basis of the amount, we will add another three hundred taels. As long as you can let us go, we will arrange for someone to send the money to you immediately after we return home!"
Facing Uncle An's proposal, the big boss's eyes were obviously moved. This killing was just a temporary pleasure, not as comfortable as making money! What's more, he suddenly gained three hundred taels of silver.
"Hahaha! You could have said it earlier! It would have been easier if you had said no earlier! As you said, who can have trouble with money?"
In fact, for now, he still has no intention of letting them go. He just waits for the three hundred taels of silver to be obtained. He will keep one of the two here alive no matter what!
"It's just that I let you two go, so what's the point of being careful about the money? I think it's better for one of you to go back to the stronghold with me. When the money arrives, it won't be too late to put it back.
Yeah! As for the treatment issue, you can rest assured that we will definitely treat you with delicious food and drinks!"
"Master, what you are saying is not safe! What if we bring the money and you don't let them go? After all, we are on your territory and we can't take the initiative!"
The leader of the Thirteen Bandits in Danghun Ridge smashed his long knife to the ground.
"Then tell me, do you have any solution to get the best of both worlds?"
"this……"
For a moment, Uncle An couldn't make up his mind either.
"Uncle An, what's the point of talking to them? It's just a short journey! Let's kill them and end it!"
The young scholar who had been suppressed by Uncle An spoke at this moment!
A newborn calf is not afraid of tigers! How could Huahua, who has been growing up in a greenhouse and has never seen blood even after practicing martial arts, know the cruelty and horror of this world!
"Stop talking nonsense!"
Uncle An no longer cared about the identity of the young master's servant, and loudly scolded this young scholar who didn't know the heights of heaven and earth.
"Oh! You're such a tough talker! Your birthright of wealth has never let you know what pain is, right? Then I'll let you know today. It's only three hundred taels of silver, so don't worry.
But the life of you, a rich young man! I have decided it!"
"Master, don't worry! If the price is not right, we can add more! Five hundred taels! One thousand taels!"
Uncle An kept raising the price to one thousand taels, but the boss remained indifferent and walked towards them with his troops!
"Master, please protect yourself carefully and wait until the old servant fights a way out for you!"
Now is no longer the time to investigate the culprits. Seeing the Thirteen Bandits getting closer and closer, An Xiuwen, who had been in the streets in his early years, decided to strike first!
"Brothers, catch that kid alive for me. I'm going to chop him into pieces and feed him to the dogs!"
The deep voice of the headmaster of Danghun Ridge shouted from his throat! The young man from aristocratic family who had never seen such a scene was trembling in his heart! He was thinking in his mind, should he not have spoken just now?