After the gate opened, Ding Youtian emerged, dressed in a black cloak, carrying a food box, with Guo Guo following him. Seeing him, Huo Jincheng emerged from the shadows and asked, "Where are you going at this hour?"
In the past, Ding Youtian would have definitely rebuked him, asking, "Do I need to report to you even if I go anywhere?" However, he knew that Huo Jincheng had been behind his turnaround this time, because a few days earlier, Yang Jinyu had come to tell him and Jian Ning that Huo Jincheng had sent Xiang Qian to the capital on the day the college entrance examination results were announced.
Therefore, this time, not only did he not argue with him, but he was very nice, waving the food box in his hand and saying, "Come to my master's place. You've been busy all day, why don't you take a break?"
"I can rest whenever I want. It's none of your business."
"Who wants to take care of you? You can stay here till dawn and no one will care about you. Just take your time, I'm sorry I won't keep you company!"
Ding Youtian was too lazy to pay attention to him and walked away.
"You're still wearing a cloak in spring. I'm afraid you'll suffocate to death." Huo Jincheng shouted behind him. It was the season of warm weather, and as a martial artist, he was not afraid of the cold, so he only wore a padded jacket.
Ding Youtian stopped and turned his head and said, "My wife is afraid that I will be cold, so she always asks me to wear more clothes. Every day, she controls what I wear and eat. Come to think of it, you are better off. You don't have a wife to control you, and you can do whatever you want. I really envy you."
Huo Jincheng had practiced martial arts for many years and his eyesight was much better than that of ordinary people. Seeing that he said he envied him with a smile on his face, for a moment he really couldn't help but want to tell him that if he hadn't helped him, how could he become the son-in-law of King Pingnan and how could he get Duan Xinning as his wife?
"The night is late and the dew is heavy, be careful not to catch a cold."
"You're freezing and you still have to trouble my wife to treat you. What a hassle! I'm leaving now!"
Ding Youtian said this and turned away. The way he walked reminded Huo Jincheng of two words: ostentatious! He was so angry that he wanted to pick up a stone and hit him on the back of the head to teach him how to walk properly. This anger made Huo Jincheng lose his sleep even more.
His eyes fell on the food box in Ding Youtian's hand. He thought it must contain food and wine.
This guy, he didn't even mention calling him.
I can't sleep anyway and I feel upset. If I don't call him, won't he go by himself?
Huo Jincheng quietly followed behind and headed towards Blind Liu's house.
When they arrived at Blind Liu's house, Guoguo rushed forward and leaped over the gate. After landing, he turned around and, after a few jumps, used his claws to pull open the gate for Ding Youtian.
In the main room, Blind Liu, who was sitting under the oil lamp reading a book, heard the noise without even raising his eyelids. Guo Guo, who knew the place well, rushed in before Ding Youtian, glared at Blind Liu coldly, then walked to the charcoal brazier and lay down.
"Master." Ding Youtian came in and put down the food box, took off his cloak and put it on the back of the chair. When he opened the food box and took out the wine pot, Blind Liu suddenly raised his eyes and looked towards the door, and at the same time signaled him not to make a sound.
"Brother Ding! Open the door." Huo Jincheng's voice was heard outside the yard.
"This guy, he's haunting me." Ding Youtian went out to open the door, stopped him and asked, "What can I do for you?"
"A glass of wine, what? You're not welcome?"
"If you are not welcome, will you transfer?"
"What do you think?
Ding Youtian stepped aside to make way. Huo Jincheng glanced at him and said, "Since you're here, why are you asking such nonsense?"
"Young Master Huo, you've arrived uninvited, and I can't ask you a few questions, can I? Ding Youtian waited for him to come in, locked the gate, and led him to the main hall, only to hear him say, "It's better to arrive uninvited than for someone to throw a tantrum. I heard that's your specialty, right?"
"You'll have no friends if you do this."
"One more of you doesn't make much, and one less of you doesn't make much."
The two men walked into the house one after the other. Blind Liu had already taken out the bowls, chopsticks, and cups. Huo Jincheng pulled out an armchair and sat down first without any hesitation.
"My master hasn't even sat down yet, but you've taken the first one. Do you understand the rules? I wonder what the Master would think if he knew you were so presumptuous." Ding Youtian kicked the leg of the armchair he was sitting on.
It was rare that Huo Jincheng didn't retort. He stood up and sat down again after Blind Liu sat down. Then he turned and glared at Ding Youtian.
"I am just an old blind man from the mountains. I don't have so many rules to follow, and I am not worthy of those rules. Just be casual." Blind Liu said lightly.
Huo Jincheng's face flushed, and he stood up again, bowing to Blind Liu. "I was thinking about something else just now, so I was rude. I hope you will forgive me. I am here to show my respect."
"That's good enough. Sit down." Ding Youtian patted his shoulder and said with a smile.
Blind Liu glanced at Ding Youtian, took the wine pot and handed it to him, "Stop talking nonsense and pour the wine."
Ding Youtian originally came tonight to ask Blind Liu for advice on how to resolve Lao Wu's issue. However, since Huo Jincheng was there, it was not convenient for him to ask Blind Liu directly, so he turned around and asked Huo Jincheng what his plan was.
Huo Jincheng had gone to the county yamen to look for Ma Fuquan during the day. Weidong had completely destroyed Yang Wuqi's cultivation, and to prevent him from talking nonsense, Weidong had even cut his tongue that night. Ma Fuquan had taken him to the county yamen jail, charging him with provoking disturbances and giving him a six-month sentence. Now that he was insane, it wasn't a good idea to keep him locked up in the yamen.
He definitely couldn't let him go. Regardless of whether he was truly insane or just pretending to be, even if he was truly insane, he could be cured. Furthermore, the Yong prince and his son were currently enjoying the emperor's immense favor, and both the Crown Prince and the Empress avoided their attention, unwilling to confront them head-on. Therefore, Huo Jincheng naturally thought it best to distance himself from the matter of the Zhao prince and Feng Qingzi's master-disciple relationship.
He and Weidong discussed for a long time but could not come to a decision. If Prince Yong could find Yang Wuqi and cure his madness, he would be in trouble. Although he could not speak, he was not illiterate. He was worried about this matter and frowned. He said, "I still haven't come up with a perfect plan. I wonder if Brother Ding has any suggestions?"
Ding Youtian jokingly said, "What advice can I give you? Why don't you ask my master to tell me your fortune and see if the gods can give you any guidance?"
After saying this, without waiting for Huo Jincheng to glare at him, he continued with a smile: "I was just joking with you, but seriously, my master has a lot of tricks up his sleeve. He's all about deceiving people. As long as you're willing to spend some money, he'll definitely give you a good idea."
Blind Liu rolled his eyes and said angrily, "This old blind man is truly blind to have accepted a wicked disciple like you, who ruins my reputation all day long."
Huo Jincheng really took it to heart. These quacks were known for their deception, and they might actually be able to offer him some brilliant advice. He immediately stood up and raised his glass to Liu Xiazi, "Uncle, money is fine. As long as you can give me some guidance, I will definitely give it to you!"
Blind Liu snorted, clinked his cup with his, drank it all in one gulp, wiped his mouth and said, "I don't even know what you want, how can I help you? Do you want me to tell you what you want?"
Huo Jincheng then recounted the incident involving Yang Wuqi in detail, "Please, uncle, give me some advice so that Prince Yong doesn't find out about this. Actually, your disciple is also involved in this matter."
Ding Youtian squinted his eyes and said, "Why are you bringing me into this? What does it have to do with me?"
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