Chapter 4 Father and Son
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"Dad, it's still early until noon now. I'm idle for such a long time. Why don't we play chess?" said Tang Jinlou.
Mr. Tang hesitated for a moment and saw many guests sitting around him. He thought that it would be too embarrassing for these people to see that I can't beat a 10-year-old child. He immediately felt the intention of refusing. Unfortunately, before he could speak, Tang Jinlou had already shouted to the shopkeeper standing by the counter: "Brother Xu, please come over with a pair of chess." Mr. Tang kept it back with one sentence, thinking: Forget it, it's just a shame to throw it on his son.
Yue Buqun's head slid slightly, and the chess game between father and son fell into his eyes. The place where he sat was more than ten meters away from where Tang Jinlou was located, but these distances did not have any impact on him watching the chess game at all. It was as if he was sitting next to the two of them.
After watching two games, Yue Buqun's mouth unconsciously raised a smile. Tang Yuanwai's chess style was straightforward. If the chess player is smart, it will naturally be majestic, like mercury, but Tang Yuanwai's level is really stinky. He looks mediocre and unprofitable, and there is no advantage. On the contrary, Tang Jinlou is very young, but his chess skills are too brilliant. Every step is a random restraint of his father's tricks, but when he is in the next moment, he obviously no longer sees a few steps away. Yue Buqun couldn't help but nod, feeling that although this son is young, he is talented, and is obviously a talented material.
Yue Buqun smiled and picked up the teacup. In his eyes, he saw Lauderno sitting honestly in his seat, looking at the void three inches in front of his nose without any distractions. Yue Buqun sneered in his heart, but said with a pleasant face: "Denuo, everything in the world has a common way. I see this piece of chess and understand the principle of taking action later. I have a great style. Although chess and swords are different, there are also things that can be learned together."
Only then did Lauden realize that the master was watching the two of them playing chess just now. He looked up and could only see the chessboard that was horizontal among them. As for the horses and cannons on it, he didn't even dare to guess. He was even more afraid of Yue Buqun's martial arts. He said honestly: "Disciples can't see clearly."
Yue Buqun smiled slightly: "It's okay, you go up and watch the battle. As long as you accus yourself of the crime in advance, the master will definitely not be difficult for you."
Laudeno then sat down at another table next to Tang Jinlou and greeted the two of them first. They were not the "one-small" chess player, so he naturally let him watch. After playing two more games, Tang Jinlou naturally won consecutive victories. Tang Yuanwai couldn't help but feel distressed because he saw the loss on the side. Laudeno watched them play two games of chess honestly, thinking about the master's two words of advice... Of course, there was no gain.
After another game, Tang Yuanwai was eaten by his son and only one handsome man left. Finally, he was placed in the center by a cannon, which made Tang Jinlou push Moer! Tang Jinlou clapped and laughed. Tang Yuanwai's face turned pale, feeling embarrassed, and he refused to do anything. Lauderno watched several games, but had no gains. Now that he saw them finishing the game, he felt relieved. Tang Jinlou glanced at him and suddenly asked, "When will the two gentlemen set off?"
Lauden said: "I will leave here with my master today. How dare I ask what the young master has to do?" Tang Jinlou was choked by his "master". He vaguely remembered that he also called his master so humbly when he went upstairs that day, but he was absent-minded and did not pay attention. When Tang Jinlou was still looking at this apprentice who was older than his master, Tang Yuanwai said: "Since you are leaving today, it is better to leave earlier. Recently, Qingquan Town is a bit inconvenient to entertain guests."
Lauderno bowed his hand to perform the etiquette of a man from the world and said, "Please give a famous saying to me."
Mr. Tang said: "A few days ago, a group of bandits robbed Liufeng Town about a hundred miles away in front of him. Later, I heard that they went to Qinghe Town. No one has come to report the news yet, so I don't know whether it is true or not. But our Qingquan Town is too close to Qinghe Town. If the thief really went to Qinghe Town, I'm afraid Qingquan Town will be difficult to protect. Most of the residents of Japan Town have left. I bought a carriage in advance, so I plan to leave at noon."
Laudeno bowed again, which made Tang Jinlou very unhappy. He felt that it was displeasing for the people in the world to be so cautious. Laudeno said gratefully: "Thank you, sir, for reminding me, I will report to my master."
Laudeno looked worried and walked to the table before he spoke. Yue Buqun said, "No need to say it, I have heard it." The shock in Laudeno's eyes flashed and he said, "Master..." Yue Buqun pointed to the seat in front of him and said, "Sit down first and then talk."
Yue Buqun looked at Laudeno, first sighed, and said, "Deno, don't worry too much, maybe the thief hasn't gone to Qinghe Town at all." However, he was sad and angry in his heart, and said, "Your "home" is in Qinghe Town, why would the "thief" not go? I'm afraid that in order to cover you up, I don't know how many people you want to harm!
"What the master said is...but, I just can't rest assured in my heart." Lauderno said.
Yue Buqun looked at him, and Lauden's sad and worried eyes were impeccable. If he hadn't accidentally discovered his secret Feige's letter, how could he believe that he was a spy sent by Zuo Lengchan!
"Okay, you go upstairs and prepare first, pack your luggage, and we will drive here later and rush to Qinghe Town." Yue Buqun said after pondering for a long time.
"Thank you, Master." Lauderno was grateful, "Even if Master takes action, even if he encounters those thieves, they will be punished with evil."
Yue Buqun waved his hand and said, "Go and prepare."
Lauderno's figure disappeared at the stairs. Yue Buqun delivered the tea to his mouth, pursed it slightly, and inadvertently looked at the people in the hall. He remembered Lauderno's performance just now.
"Bandit? The thief?... Humph!" The corners of his mouth curled slightly, as if he smiled, and as if he was disdainful.
Tang Jinlou looked at Lauderno and Yue Buqun discussing something, and suddenly whispered: "Dad, I suddenly feel that it's inappropriate."
"What's wrong?" Mr. Tang obviously didn't believe it, but he suppressed his voice very low.
"I just discovered it," Tang Jinlou smiled and leaned towards Yuanwai, looking like a child acting cute to his father, but the danger in his eyes made Yuanwai feel sour. "I don't even know any of these people who have spent their time in the inn today!"
Tang Yuanwai did not look around. Tang Jinlou spent more time in the inn than he did. Since he didn't know him, he must be a stranger! But now, there are strangers here drinking tea and eating here on weekdays. But when is this? Even locals will run out non-stop these days. How could so many people who don't know calmly drink tea and pass the time here like a stone? Tang Jinlou smiled and touched Tang Jinlou's head. Tang Jinlou put his head into his father's arms. Tang Yuanwai lowered his head and said something, looking like his father was teasing his child.
"Don't make a noise, call Lao Xu later, let's sneak away." Tang Yuanwai said, slapped Tang Jinlou's little head and smiled: "Naughty."
Tang Jinlou jumped up suddenly and said loudly: "Don't take the lead."
Chapter completed!