Although Xiang Shaolong thought so, but to really become Fang Zheng's disciple... to be honest, he felt a little embarrassed looking at Fang Zheng.
After all, Fang Zheng looked younger than him, and he didn't seem to care about him very much. This made Xiang Shaolong a little speechless. He also tried to show off himself on the rest of the journey, but it seemed to be useless. Although Xiang Shaolong showed off his unique skills from the army several times on the way, Fang Zheng just watched with a smile, without any idea at all.
Originally Xiang Shaolong was wondering if the other party would think he was extraordinary and come to talk to him, but he didn't expect that... the other party didn't take him seriously at all.
Therefore, Xiang Shaolong was also quite tormented, but in the end, he made a decision. While everyone was asleep, Xiang Shaolong left the tent and found Fang Zheng, who was resting with his eyes closed against the white deer outside the camp, and then directly stated his purpose.
"… Become my disciple?"
Fang Zheng was a little surprised to hear Xiang Shaolong's request, but he found the problem after thinking about it. According to the original plot, after being attacked by bandits, Xiang Shaolong would run away, and then meet the master of Mohism and inherit the swordsmanship of Mohism. However, because he entered the scene early, the caravan was not dispersed, so Xiang Shaolong did not have to run for his life, so he could not obtain the swordsmanship of the master of Mohism...
Well, does that mean this is still my fault?
But God knows that this is the world of A Step into the Past.
But... Fang Zheng wouldn't just accept a cheap apprentice like that.
"Why do you want to take me as your master?"
"Well……"
Facing Fang Zheng's question, Xiang Shaolong was speechless for a moment. In fact, he became a disciple on a whim. After all, it was impossible for him not to have this thought when he suddenly saw such a mysterious master. But Xiang Shaolong didn't have a good reason for the moment.
"What do you think of the world?"
Seeing Xiang Shaolong was speechless, Fang Zheng changed the subject and asked him another question. However, Xiang Shaolong still opened his mouth but could not answer.
"It seems that you don't have the answer, so come back to me when you have the answer."
Looking at Xiang Shaolong in front of him, Fang Zheng didn't say anything more. In fact, Xiang Shaolong didn't intend to help Ying Zheng from the beginning. After coming to this world, he also experienced a series of experiences before he changed. And now Xiang Shaolong is just alone, just with the beautiful silkworm girl when he just crossed over. The breakup between the two sides is not a life-and-death separation.
After that, Xiang Shaolong encountered a series of setbacks, such as Ting Fang, who was in love with him, being sold, and Shu Er being killed, and gradually developed the idea of gaining power and strength in this world. Now he is no different from a farmer who just walked out of a mountain village. Even with thousands of years of knowledge, for Xiang Shaolong, he still yearns for the prosperity of the big city, and does not know the dangers.
In this situation, Fang Zheng would not teach him anything casually.
On the contrary, he wanted to see if Xiang Shaolong, who had not obtained the Mohist swordsmanship, could overcome these obstacles by himself. After all, he was the protagonist of the first ancestor of time-travel literature, so nothing should happen to him.
Being rejected so bluntly by Fang Zheng, Xiang Shaolong felt somewhat embarrassed, so he just grumbled a few words and left again. After that, Xiang Shaolong never looked for Fang Zheng again. Fang Zheng was also very happy, watching Xiang Shaolong and his woman being affectionate in the motorcade all day long.
After that, everyone had a smooth journey and arrived in Handan in a short time. Tao Fang invited Fang Zheng to visit Wu's house, but Fang Zheng declined. He was here to watch the fun, not to steal the protagonist's role. Fang Zheng was sure that if he went to Wu's house, Xiang Shaolong's troubles would probably fall on his head. It was better to let the protagonist deal with these troubles. He was actually not very interested in the beauties in this world.
Might as well go and pet a cat.
Tao Fang was obviously disappointed that Fang Zheng refused the invitation, but he still offered Fang Zheng a large sum of money. In addition to the reward for defeating the horse thieves, he also provided those war horses - all of Graybeard's war horses were brought by Fang Zheng, and now they were naturally sold to the Wu family at the market price. Fang Zheng got a large sum of money for free without doing anything, and he was very happy.
It is true that a horse cannot grow fat without night grass, and a man cannot become rich without unexpected wealth. Robbery is still the fastest way to make money in the world...as long as you choose the right target.
So why don’t the heroes in the martial arts world lack money?
Because the robbers in the mountain village are their bank.
From this perspective, the robber seems quite pitiful.
After saying goodbye to Tao Fang and his party, Fang Zheng found an inn to stay in. However, he did not have much free time during this period. The big white deer had become Fang Zheng's iconic symbol. In addition, as Tao Fang and his party returned to Handan, the news that the eight hundred horse thieves with gray beards had been destroyed naturally spread. Not long after, a prominent family in Handan sent someone to send an invitation to Fang Zheng to attend a banquet. Even the King of Zhao sent someone to invite him. However...
"No."
Fang Zheng didn't even look at the invitation and threw it aside.
"Tell your king that I am only interested in Handan's delicacies. After tasting Handan's delicacies, I will leave here. It is best for him not to disturb my interest."
That's right, Fang Zheng is playing A Bite of China right now, and his current goal is to travel around the world and taste the specialties of each country. That's why Fang Zheng rides a white deer to stroll around. After all, if a person has no goals, what's the difference between him and a salted fish?
Isn't it better to try the delicacies of the six countries and then write a food diary than to write something like the Art of War?
"Yes, yes, I'll tell them right away..."
The special envoy sent by King Zhao did not dare to breathe a single breath when facing Fang Zheng's answer, and hurriedly turned and left. If it were an ordinary person, he would have probably screamed by now, but Fang Zheng just glanced at him, and that look of dragon power was enough to completely crush a normal person's spirit.
So the special envoy hurriedly took back the invitation and left the room in a hurry. Fang Zheng then turned around and greeted the waiter.
"Okay, next dish."
"Oh, no problem..."
The waiter nodded hurriedly, then quickly brought a plate of food and placed it in front of Fang Zheng, then lowered his voice.
"But, my lord, isn't this a bit inappropriate? The king personally sent someone to invite you, and you just refused like this? What if the king gets angry..."
"It's okay. I know what I'm doing."
Fang Zheng waved his hand, not taking the waiter's warning seriously at all.
In fact, this is one of the reasons why he traveled around the six countries.
Why?
Because in these countries, once Fang Zheng has a conflict with the top leaders, he can kill anyone he wants!
After all, these people will die at the hands of Qin sooner or later, it's just a matter of sooner or later.
But what about Qin? What if Fang Zheng accidentally kills the wrong person?
For example, accidentally killing Bai Qi or Li Si...
Miao Du is quite casual.
Well, this is all trouble.
But what Fang Zheng found interesting was that, although his tough approach did anger some of the country's dignitaries, and Fang Zheng had been attacked by these people outside, after he swept them away, these people immediately lay down obediently and never caused trouble again.
Now it seems that feudal superstition also has its advantages. At least even if the other party is unwilling, he has to consider the consequences of confronting an "immortal".
Besides, the rumor that he was born from heaven is true.
I am indeed a god.
While savoring the delicious food with relish, Fang Zheng was also taking notes in the notebook at hand. Ancient times were different from modern times, as many seasonings did not exist, and some vegetables that are commonplace in modern times were also not available. Therefore, the dishes not only tasted different, but even the ingredients were very peculiar, which made Fang Zheng enjoy the meal very much.
But unfortunately, things were always so unfortunate. Just when Fang Zheng had finished eating this dish, there was suddenly a noise outside, and then a burly figure strode in, and at this time the waiter also hurriedly ran over from behind.
"I'm so sorry, Mr. Fang, this gentleman..."
"I saw it. Pour him a glass of wine and get out."
Looking at Xiang Shaolong in front of him, Fang Zheng chuckled and stretched out his hand.
"Please take a seat. What do you want to talk to me about?"
"Yes, Mr. Fang."
Xiang Shaolong sat opposite Fang Zheng, stared at him with his eagle eyes, and nodded vigorously.
"I want to be your disciple."
"reason?"
"I have an important enemy to deal with, but I am no match for him right now..."
At this point, Fang Zheng saw Xiang Shaolong clenching his fists, veins bulging.
"Really? Then tell me about it."
Fang Zheng leaned back in his chair, poured a cup of tea, and looked at Xiang Shaolong. Under Fang Zheng's gaze, Xiang Shaolong confessed everything about himself.
In the original novel, Xiang Shaolong, who defeated the horse thieves with wisdom, was immediately noticed by the head of the Wu family after entering the Wu family. The head of the Wu family made great efforts to win him over and gave Xiang Shaolong a noble lady from the Yan Kingdom named Shu'er. However, Lian Jin, a general of the Wu family, looked down on him and provoked him wantonly. Xiang Shaolong did not take Lian Jin seriously at first, but ended up encountering a big trouble.
Xiang Shaolong tried to step forward to stop them, but his two fists were no match for four hands, and he was eventually defeated. If Tao Fang had not arrived in time, he would have been forced to watch a live version of "The Husband is Victim". All this anger made Xiang Shaolong almost crazy, and in anger he agreed to Lian Jin's challenge. However, Lian Jin was the best swordsman in Zhao State. With Xiang Shaolong's mediocre skills, going up would be basically the same as committing suicide.
So Xiang Shaolong learned from his mistakes and decided to find Fang Zheng again to ask him to teach him martial arts skills.
Wow... this is so tragic.
After hearing about Xiang Shaolong's experience, Fang Zheng secretly smacked his lips. He originally thought that after changing his fate a few months ago, Xiang Shaolong's life should be a little better, but it turned out to be even worse than the original novel. After all, in the original novel, Ting Fang was always protected by Tao Fang, and Shu'er was just an attempted molestation. But even so, it was very aggrieved. He couldn't protect his own woman and could only rely on others... No wonder he came here so quickly.
Tsk tsk tsk, Mr. Huang, it’s a good thing you didn’t write an online article, otherwise the readers’ blades would have smashed you to death…
But... the party in a month...
Fang Zheng looked at Xiang Shaolong, also speechless.
What kind of martial arts can allow a person to make rapid progress in just one month and conquer the world?
If you want to practice this skill, you must castrate yourself first?
It seems that this is the only one.