The rain fell for a long time before it stopped. By the time Linger and Zixin went back, it was already dusk.
The Hengshan Sect is located in Tianfengling, the main peak of Hengshan Mountain.
"Hey, those are not the Zhong brothers," Ling'er pointed at the two young men and said.
Zixin looked in the direction pointed by Ling'er. Who could it be if they weren't brothers Zhong Gong and Zhong Long? She said happily, "Daddy and the others are back from Wangzhuang Fort. I'll go in and have a look."
Linger also ran in after her.
Zhong Gong and Zhong Long are twin brothers. They have handsome faces that look exactly like each other and are about the same height. Fortunately, their personalities are different, so people who are familiar with them can easily tell them apart. The elder brother Zhong Gong likes dark clothes and behaves in a gentle and elegant manner; while the younger brother Zhong Long prefers light-colored clothes and is naughty and active. They are orphans. They have studied with Ji Cangyu since they were young, and grew up with Ling'er as childhood sweethearts.
"Ling'er" As soon as the two Zhong brothers saw Ling'er, they rushed to her side and surrounded her on the left and right.
“We haven’t seen each other for just a few days, and you miss me so quickly,” Ling’er said jokingly.
"Linger is not with us, life is so boring," Zhong Long complained to her in a hurry.
"What about the things I asked you to inquire about?" Ling'er said expectantly.
"Let me tell you." Zhong Long stopped his brother and rushed to say, "That terrifying killer organization Feitian Gang has issued a heavenly evil order to the martial arts world again."
"Heavenly Evil Ling'er was shocked.
"It's the top secret order we told you before. Only the top killers of the Feitian Gang will take action if the Tiansha Order is given." This time it was Zhong Gong who rushed to say, "By the way, Ling'er, you Why do you always ask us to inquire about the Feitian Gang?"
"It's nothing." Ling'er asked again, "What's going on with the Tiansha Order this time?"
"Well, we still have to do it for the time being. I didn't find out." Zhong Long said softly, and he saw Ling'er's disappointed look. He hurriedly added, "I heard it seems to be related to the Wulin Heroes Association."
"What is the Wulin Heroes Association?" Ling'er's interest returned.
"The Martial Arts Heroes Meeting is held at Yixingmen. It can be said to be a grand gathering for the rising stars of the martial arts world. At the meeting, young martial arts elites from various sects will compete with each other in martial arts." Zhong Long introduced hurriedly.
Ling'er's eyes lit up, she liked this kind of martial arts conference.
Seeing Ling'er happy, of course the Zhong brothers are also happy
Yixing Sect is the sect that Ling'er has longed for. The Wulin Heroes Meeting will be Ling'er's first stop in the world, and she has made a decision.
In the evening, everyone from the Hengshan faction held a banquet to wash away the dust of the leader and his party.
“On our way to Wangzhuangbao this time, we received an invitation letter from Yixingmen. Three months later, a meeting of martial arts heroes was held in Luoyang. Yixingmen invited disciples from various sects to study martial arts together. Since it will be the death anniversary of the third junior brother in two months, I will not go. I have asked the ten most talented young disciples in the sect to set off from Wangzhuang Fort to Taihang Mountain.The Taihang faction went to the meeting together. "Xiao Yuan told everyone the most important thing about this trip.
Zixin lowered her head to eat, feeling unhappy.
Ling'er understood her thoughts and said, "Uncle Xiao, I want to go to the Wulin Heroes Club. "
"Young people should go and see it. Ling'er's idea is very good. "Xiao Yuan said.
The two Zhong brothers looked at each other and smiled. They didn't want to miss this big scene.
"However, the world is dangerous. Ling'er, you have never set foot in the world. It's really not reassuring to go alone." Xiao Yuan raised his concerns.
Ling'er was about to answer, but was interrupted by Zhong Gong.
Zhong Gong excitedly introduced himself He said, "Zhong Long and I will accompany Ling'er so we can protect her. ”
“No. Xiao Yuan resolutely refused them, "Zhuang Master Ji entrusted you two to me and told me that you must stay with me to practice martial arts during his absence." "
The two Zhong brothers were like deflated rubber balls, lowering their heads and saying nothing.
Ling'er secretly touched Zixin with her elbow.
Zi Xin understood and was about to speak, but when she saw her father's face, she immediately lost her courage.
This made Linger anxious at the side.
Seeing her daughter, she hesitated to speak. Looking still, Xiao Yuan said, "Xin'er, dad knows your thoughts, and you must also understand dad's considerations. ”
“I know, Dad. "Zixin could only nod meekly.
Ever since the accident nine years ago, Xiao Yuan has not allowed his daughter to leave Hengshan without authorization. Every time he thinks of the situation at that time, he feels frightened. He blames his discipline. He had no choice but to let his nine-year-old daughter go down the mountain to play alone. It was not until the next day that the child came back covered in mud. She seemed to have experienced a great hardship, was dazed, exhausted, and contracted a very serious typhoid fever. At the same time, I received the sad news that the third junior brother was assassinated and died tragically.
"Uncle Xiao, I'll go by myself," Ling'er said, looking at Zi Xin helplessly.
< p>Xiao Yuan said, “Never go alone. If it hadn't happened to be the anniversary of my third junior brother's death in two months, and I was worried about not having enough manpower, I would have sent a few disciples to go with you. I'll think of another way." Xiao Yuan suddenly thought of Master Wuchen of the Wutai Sect and suggested, "Maybe you can join the disciples of the Wutai Sect. I remember that you also had a good relationship with Miss Namu. ""Okay then," Ling'er agreed happily.
"I will repair a letter to Master Wuchen later. "Xiao Yuan said.
Early the next morning, Zixin came to the elixir shop to find Ling'er.
"In a few days, I will really go out to explore the world. You should also make a surprise attack. Let's practice our skills." Zixin took Ling'er's sword and prepared to hand it to her.
But Ling'er didn't have time to pick up the sword. She was grinding the medicinal materials at hand and stirring the ground medicine powder. , and at the same time, I have to take care of the heat of the alchemy furnace, and I am very busy
"I'm sorry, Zi Xin, I can't practice sword practice with you today. The latest elixir I developed has beenAt the critical moment, I really can't leave," Ling'er said apologetically.
"Okay then." Although Zi Xin felt a little regretful, she heard that Ling'er was about to develop a new elixir, so she decided to do so without any conditions. Support her. I have already experienced the miraculous effects of the topical ointment developed by Ling'er last time, so I have unlimited expectations for her new elixir and asked, "What magical elixir will it be this time?"
< p> "I haven't thought of a name yet, but the effect will definitely make you wonder." Ling'er pretended to smile mysteriously, "It's a must-have medicine for walking in the world. "When Zi Xin heard what she said, she became even more interested and hurriedly asked, "Tell me about it quickly."
Ling'er no longer tantalized her and replied, "It's a girl." This kind of analgesic is taken internally. Even if you are injured and painful, as long as you take this elixir, you can relieve the pain in a short time and stimulate the potential strength of the body. Is it necessary to travel around the world?"
Zixin admired Ling'er even more when he heard this.
So far, doctors have relied on external paralysis drugs to relieve the pain of the wound, and the effect is still It’s not good, because external medicine can only relieve pain on the surface, but it has no effect at all on pain in the body, especially internal injuries, let alone stimulating the body’s potential.
“It’s great, Ling’er. You're so awesome." Zi Xin excitedly pulled Ling'er's arm.
"Actually, it's nothing." Ling'er was praised by her and smiled sheepishly, her fair cheeks slightly flushed. She blushed, revealing two shallow dimples.
“Why do you suddenly want to develop this kind of elixir?”
“Not yet. A few days ago, we went to Xishantou to collect medicine, and I discovered a kind of orchid that can relieve pain. This herb has pain-relieving properties without numbing the nerves. It just so happens that I have recently been researching acupuncture therapy that can stimulate the potential in the body and the herbs that can be taken in conjunction with it. "Ling'er answered her without stopping her hand, "You think about it, you will always encounter bad people when walking in the rivers and lakes. If you are accidentally injured, the pain of the wound will make you even more unable to deal with the enemy. If there is such a pill at this time, Isn't it very good?"
"Yes, yes, this elixir is really practical," Zi Xin agreed.
"However, this elixir still has a flaw, which can cause Gastric juices dilute it and you may experience stomach discomfort after taking it. I'm still figuring this out. "Ling'er frowned.
When Zixin was confused, Ling'er said again, "This is very difficult to solve because the properties of medicines always conflict with each other. "Said, Ling'er sighed again.
Zixin wanted to comfort Ling'er and said that medicine always has side effects, so there is no need to be too upset about it, but she also knew that Ling'er would not give up easily when dealing with difficult problems.
“Please Zixin, help me get two Angelica dahuricae. "Ling'er pointed to Zi Xin at the medicinal materials hanging at the door.
"Ah" Zi Xin was at a loss when facing the dozen or so unknown medicinal materials in front of her.
" I'd better do it myself." With that said, Ling'er rushed over, grabbed two root-shaped medicinal materials, and hurried back to her medicine grinding table.
Zixin looked atWatching my friend running around busy, I couldn't help but smile. She felt that she couldn't help here, but would disturb her, so she went to practice her sword by herself.
As soon as Ling'er saw off his friends, the two Zhong brothers arrived one after another.
"Ling'er, let me grind the medicine for you." Zhong Gong took the tool from Ling'er and started working.
Zhong Long picked up the medicine bowl and stirred the powder. He smiled and asked, "What else do you need to mix in?"
"You guys" Ling'er was stunned.
"Ling'er, you can rest. If you have any instructions, just leave these rough jobs to us." Zhong Gong seemed to enjoy the fun of working.
"If you have nothing to do to express your gratitude, tell me, what is your purpose? Do you want me to plead with Master Xiao to let you go to Luoyang together?" Ling'er guessed their purpose at once.
Unfortunately, she guessed wrong.
"No, Ling'er, you will be traveling away from home in a while, and we won't be able to see you for a long time. We feel reluctant to part with you." Zhong Long said reluctantly.
"Luoyang is so far away, Ling'er, you have to take care of yourself." Zhong Gong was not only reluctant to give up, but also worried.
Ling'er suddenly felt so ashamed that they couldn't let go of her, and why was Zixin the only one she couldn't let go of? But Ling'er still said, "I can't let you go either. When I come back, I will definitely treat everyone I meet on the road." I’ll tell you all the fun things.”
“Ling’er, it’s a deal.” Zhong Long stretched out his little finger to tick her off.
Suddenly, Zi Xin appeared again.
"Okay, you two boys are here as expected. It's practice time now, come quickly, or my father will punish you, and I won't help you to plead for mercy anymore." After Zixin finished speaking, she said to Ling Er blinked his left eye, picked up his sword and left.
“So you are here to be lazy,” Ling’er suddenly realized, “Why don’t you go practice Kungfu quickly?”
“No.” Zhong Long quickly denied, “Okay, let’s do it right now. Go." He put down the medicine bowl helplessly and went to get his brother.
"By the way, Ling'er, this is given to you by the second lady of Wangzhuangbao." Zhong Gong said, taking out a brocade box from his arms and giving it to Ling'er. After Ling'er took over the brocade box, he and his brother left in depression.
Linger opened the brocade box, and inside was a finely crafted silver needle. There are very exquisite patterns on the slender silver needles. Ling'er took a closer look and saw that his name, the word "ling", was engraved on the handle of the silver needle.