Su Liang's Suspicion

Because most of the experts had been summoned to the meeting hall by He Wei, Gu Ling and Lao Mu left the city lord's mansion unimpeded and entered the woods not long after.

Gu Ling jumped in the forest, from one tree to another, with Lao Mu following closely behind. The two of them never landed, but their speed was extremely fast. Moreover, this road was explored by Gu Ling when he went out to detonate landmines at night. It is in the opposite direction to the dock that was blown up during the day. There is also a dock here, but it is smaller.

After leaving the dark forest, there is a sea of ​​stars and stars in front of you, beautiful and mysterious, suddenly enlightened.

Lao Mu was in an extremely good mood, feeling proud and excited, and the depression after being caught suddenly disappeared.

The two went straight to the small pier, where four small boats were parked. In fact, there were people patrolling this location before, but after Gu Ling detonated the landmine, all the patrolling people went back to the city lord's palace, for fear that they would be the first to be slaughtered.

Gu Ling untied the outermost boat and jumped on it. The boat floated outward, and Lao Mu landed firmly beside him, "Let's go!"

The boat split the waves like a sharp arrow and sailed into the distance. It looked very small in the night, and became smaller and smaller.

And the "earthquake" and anger they caused on Xingluo Island have reached their peak.

When He Wei and his men chased him to the big pier, the sky was vast and the sea was vast, and not even a ghost could be seen! Their only remaining most important hostage was lost, but they didn't even know who the enemy was, how many there were, or where they were!

For these arrogant masters who have lived in seclusion on Xingluo Island for many years and think they are in a paradise, it's not that they don't want to go out, but they choose not to go out. As long as they are willing, they can stir up the world at any time. Today, from day to now , everything that happened was a shame and a great humiliation!

If what happened during the day was a complete accident and there was no way to prepare for it and could only be dealt with passively, then it is not that no one among them noticed something strange about what happened tonight.

However, due to the factional struggle on the island, a few smart people did not dare to say anything and could only follow the will of the group.

After the accident, you don't dare to say anything that you realized something was wrong a long time ago. That is even more self-destructive.

But if I don't say it in front of He Wei, I still can't help but say it in private.

"I suspect it's that Gu Ling who's here." The young man's name is Feng Ming, and he can be regarded as Sheng Yue's confidant. But from an outsider's perspective, he was closest to Sheng Yue. But in fact, Feng Ming thought he didn't understand Sheng Yue.

The person who stopped Feng Ming from reminding He Wei was named Zhu Zan. Of course, he realized that Feng Ming was right and sighed, "Even if you said it at that time, the He family would not listen to you. Besides, you didn't I don’t know what’s going on, but I just feel like there’s something strange. The people who came here tonight are really powerful. It’s like being in a deserted place on the island. Everyone you see is killed. It’s really possible. It would be terrible if someone else could do it. However, you don’t think that Gu Ling did all this tonight, do you?”

Feng Ming lowered his voice, "That's what I think. Think about it, they were patrolling, but no one saw the ship coming. Maybe Gu Ling secretly sneaked into the island during the daytime confrontation."

Zhu Zan looked shocked, "It's impossible, right? How could he avoid our sight in broad daylight?"

Feng Ming was on the shore at the time, and suddenly his heart moved, "The boat that sent the hostages! He was hiding in the water, and coming under the boat, we couldn't see or think about it. And he must have checked in the woods during the day. Otherwise, how could he have detonated the explosives we planted at night? He must have calculated the exact location in advance. The explosion happened at about the same time and at about the same distance, which shows that he did it alone. He deliberately used this method to mislead us. Thinking that there are many enemies coming to the island from different directions, it will be like facing a big enemy and it must be like this!"

Zhu Zan frowned, "This is all your own imagination. I still think Gu Ling can't do it no matter how powerful he is. He must have helpers. There must be at least two people, one to attract our attention and one to save people, right?" "

Feng Ming's eyes were deep and he shook his head slowly, "It doesn't necessarily require two people. As long as he plans carefully, runs fast enough, and accurately calculates what we will do next, one person can do it. If it really happens during the day, it will be done before our eyes The person who sneaked into the island must be one person. If two people hide under the boat, the target is a bit big. "

"This..." Zhu Zan pursed his lips, "If that's what you guessed, that Gu Ling is too strong. His mind and courage are definitely not inferior to Master Sheng's! No, if it's Gu Ling, he doesn't If they were arrested, where did Mr. Sheng go? Since they came together, why did Qiu Jing say that Gu Ling was captured by Mr. Sheng during the day? "

"Of course it's also to mislead us." Feng Ming's eyes dimmed slightly, "I'm afraid that Mr. Sheng is really in danger. They knew that Mr. Sheng had not come back and could not send the news back, so they deliberately mentioned it to make us think that Gu Ling Definitely not coming."

"It's over, it's over." Zhu Zan tightened his hands, "If Mr. Sheng really can't come back, we won't be able to hang out on the island." They were not born on Xingluo Island like He Peng and had family backing. , they were all “recruited” when they were young.

"Don't worry, maybe I guessed wrong. Mr. Sheng is fine. Let's stay calm first and don't provoke the He family." Feng Ming was very calm at this time. But apart from whether Sheng Yue was dead or alive, he felt that everything else was what he had guessed.

While they were talking, the two of them had arrived at the small dock as arranged. Feng Ming saw at a glance that there was a missing boat, which confirmed his idea: the visitor had no boat at all, so he needed to use the boat on the island to leave.

Feng Ming immediately went to He Wei to report his discovery, and respectfully stated his speculation: it was Gu Ling who came here hiding under the boat during the day.

He Wei wanted to refute, but he knew that what Feng Ming guessed was probably the truth. There were so many masters on their entire island, but they were manipulated by Gu Ling alone. The mine array defense they thought was terrible was actually used by Gu Ling to complete the plan.

He Wei wanted to send someone to chase him, but he found that when the boat lost one person, there was no one left, and he didn't even know which direction to chase.

He Yun suddenly said, "They ran away, but they have no food! It will take at least ten days and a half to get back to the inland from here. A tough person will starve to death if he doesn't eat!"

Feng Ming thought to himself, with Gu Ling's mind, how could he not have thought of this?

Sure enough, it didn't take long for a servant to report that a lot of food was lost in the kitchen of the city lord's palace, and even a pot and two pairs of bowls and chopsticks were lost...

Two pairs of bowls and chopsticks... No need to doubt anymore, there was only one person who rescued Lao Mu.

The searchers finally made a discovery: someone had carved four words "come here for a visit" on the inside of the rockery in the garden of the city lord's mansion.

Didn't say who it was, but everyone knew who it was.

"I don't know who exposed the location of our island, otherwise how could such a thing happen?" The person who spoke was another elder, who usually didn't get along well with He Wei, and his tone was very angry.

As soon as these words came out, many people murmured in their hearts: Those who have not returned from the island so far have all sacrificed for their great cause, except for He Wei's daughter and granddaughter.

Someone suggested that such a big thing must be reported to the island owner, Mo Yan, and he could not delay it any longer. "Now that we have no hostages, Gu Ling may lead troops to surround Xingluo Island next time he comes again!"

"If we don't inform the island owner to think of a solution quickly, Xingluo Island may be gone one day." An elder said with a livid face.

He Wei knew that Mo Yan was in seclusion and Sheng Yue was not around. He had the final say on the island. If such a big thing happened, some people would definitely think that he was incompetent. In addition, Min Rou betrayed the location of Xingluo Island. Mo Yan must be asked to come out of seclusion. Nowadays, people on the island are in panic, and it can no longer be solved by his words that conceal the situation.

It was not until evening that He Wei finally saw Mo Yan in the forbidden area.

Mo Yan looked pretty good. When he saw He Wei, he said, "I heard everything that happened last night."

He Wei was stunned for a moment, Mo Yan knew it, why didn't he go out earlier?

Mo Yan saw what He Wei was thinking, and his face suddenly turned cold, "It's just that I didn't expect that so many of you could be so stupid and incompetent!"

He Wei's expression froze and he lowered his head, "Master, Sheng Yue hasn't come back yet. I thought he had captured Gu Ling, so I didn't expect..."

"Didn't you expect Gu Ling to come, or did you not expect that Gu Ling would dare to come?" Mo Yan asked coldly, "I have said before that you must be extremely careful when dealing with Gu Ling! The losses you suffered at his hands before were not enough ?"

He Wei sighed deeply, "I'm afraid that Gu Ling really has the ability to predict the future. I'm worried that Sheng Yue may have been poisoned by him."

Mo Yan stared, "Sheng Yue is not that weak. If there is no news, just wait."

"Then, what should we do next? We don't know where Sheng Yue is. Gu Ling might come to kill him again. By then we won't have any hostages in our hands..." He Wei looked ugly.

"Is it a problem that there are no hostages?" Mo Yan asked.

He Wei frowned, "Master means..."

"If there are no hostages, then go and arrest them. Go to Nanshan City and arrest a hundred civilians. Do you think Gu Ling dares to lead another army to attack?" Mo Yan snorted coldly.

He Wei nodded immediately, "Master is wise! I will make arrangements right away!"

After He Wei left, the old slave beside Mo Yan sighed, "Is something really going to happen to Mr. Sheng?"

Mo Yan's eyes were cold, "Let the two boys who always follow Sheng Yue set off tonight to inquire about Sheng Yue's whereabouts."

The old slave frowned, "This is not easy to find out!"

Mo Yan snorted, "Sheng Yue went out to do two things. It seems he failed to capture Gu Ling. The other thing may not fail. Tell the man named Feng Ming to confirm whether something happened to Su Liang after landing. . As long as something happens to Su Liang, it means that Sheng Yue is fine!"

It was Feng Ming and Zhu Zan who were chosen by Mo Yan to go out to the island to do business. They quickly took the order and set off. After reaching the sea, they all breathed a sigh of relief. They felt that it was a good thing to leave Xingluo Island at this time, otherwise they would always worry about being targeted by the He family. Of course, they had no intention of betraying Xingluo Island. They kept the order given by Mo Yan in mind and rushed towards Nanshan City as quickly as possible.

He Wei only found out the next day that Mo Yan had sent two of Sheng Yue's followers out on business. He thought they were going to inquire about Sheng Yue's news, so he didn't ask any more questions.

…

Qiu Jing and his party, as well as Gu Ling and Lao Mu were still at sea at this time.

Lao Mu found out that Gu Ling not only stole dry food from Xingluo Island, but also a pot. He laughed at that time, "You kid! Are you going to stew meat for me?"

Gu Ling shook his head, "Eat dry food first. If it's not enough, then hunt for birds and fish." It can't be eaten raw at that time, and it will be more convenient to have a pot.

"If we can catch up with Xiao Qiu, let him lead his troops back to attack Xingluo Island!" Lao Mu said.

Gu Ling shook his head again, "Let's go back first." If they attack Xingluo Island again, the people on the island will be on guard. Fire attack can only be used as a deterrent. If they really want to burn Xingluo Island, the masters on the island will definitely have the strength to escape. When they fight, it may turn into throwing explosives at each other. The more soldiers they bring, the more casualties they may suffer.

However, there is still hope to deter Xingluo Island again, because the forbidden area on the island must be Mo Yan's treasure, so he has been guarding it and can't let Xingluo Island be destroyed. But it's just deterrence, and it can't achieve the desired goal.

If they go again, Mo Yan will show up in nine out of ten cases. Gu Ling must go in person and can't let Qiu Jing or other friends go to take risks. But he is now concerned about his family and suspects that Sheng Yue has gone to the capital, so he wants to go back as soon as possible.

When Old Mu heard Gu Ling say that Sheng Yue might have gone to the capital, his face suddenly changed, "Hurry! Hurry up!"

...

The former capital of Gan State is now the political center of the whole world. It is more prosperous than before, and the inspection at the city gate is more strict than before.

Two monks lined up to enter the city with their bags on their backs, and were also asked to open their bags for inspection.

The young monk walking behind was about 20 years old, with red lips and white teeth, and delicate features. People passing by couldn't help but look at him twice.

Lin Bojun was riding out of the city, and when he saw the little monk, he smiled and called out, "Chengyun!"

Chengyun saw Lin Bojun, put his hands together, and chanted Amitabha, "Donor Lin, we meet again."

"Xiaoliang mentioned you a few days ago, you must go to see her!" Lin Bojun said loudly.

Chengyun smiled, "The monk will go to visit Donor Su."

Lin Bojun went out of the city, and the guards quickly let the two monks pass.

"Uncle, I want to go to Su's house first, then go back to Huguo Temple, is that ok?" Chengyun asked.

The older monk was Pucheng, Chengyun's uncle who often traveled outside. He was also handsome. He nodded and said, "Go ahead, you have always wanted to come to Beijing to find friends. I want to meet your friend named Su someday. There are many rumors about her, as if she has three heads and six arms."

Chengyun shook his head, "Uncle, you are joking."

Pucheng touched Chengyun's bald head, "Your uncle is just joking. Go quickly."

Chengyun was stunned for a moment, and Pucheng had already walked to the front with a smile. Although he was wearing a bald monk's robe, he took big steps and was casual and natural. He was the monk who looked least like a monk in Ping'an Temple.

Chengyun retracted his gaze, touched the things in his bag, and went in the direction of Su's house.

Su Liang was teaching two apprentices how to bandage wounds, and suddenly heard Rendong outside saying that Chengyun was coming, which was a bit unexpected.

Zheng'er's eyes lit up, he put down what he was holding and ran out, "Uncle Chengyun!"

Ji Xiaoshu didn't know who Chengyun was, but he ran out like Zheng'er and hugged Chengyun's other leg.

Chengyun still remembered Zheng'er, but he didn't know Ji Xiaoshu, and his enthusiasm for the two children was no longer as reserved as when he first met Zheng'er.

"Chengyun, you're here, I thought you were devoted to Buddhism and forgot about us." Su Liang walked over with a smile.

Chengyun put his hands together, "Donor Su, I came to the capital with my uncle to visit Master Puhui."

Ji Xiaoshu chatted with Chengyun for a few words and was very curious about him. However, Chengyun always found it difficult to answer Ji Xiaoshu's wild questions, such as "Have you never stepped on an ant to death?"

Su Liang sent the two children out to play, she made tea for Chengyun, and asked him if he was hungry.

Chengyun shook his head, "I'm not hungry." He untied his bag and took out a wooden box and handed it to Su Liang, "This is a gift from me to Little Donor Gu."

Su Liang was stunned for a moment before she realized that this "Little Donor Gu" was referring to her Gu Xiaonuan.

Opening the box, there was a jade pendant inside, with a warm luster, which looked very extraordinary.

"Thank you. She is playing outside now, and will come over for you to hug later." Su Liang said with a smile.

Chengyun asked about Gu Ling, and Su Liang said that he was out on business and not at home, and would be back in a while.

"Did your uncle teach you martial arts? Who did he learn martial arts from?" Su Liang asked.

Chengyun said that his uncle was a monk who became a monk halfway through his life, and he knew martial arts before he became a monk.

"By the way, Yan Shiba is also at my house." Su Liang said, "Do you want to see her?"

Cheng Yun waved his hand quickly, "No, I'm gone. It's getting late, I have to go back to Huguo Temple." He was about to leave, afraid that Su Liang would call Yan Shiba over.

Su Liang chuckled, "What are you afraid of? I didn't think of bringing you together. Besides, she was seriously injured and lost her memory before, and she has long forgotten you. That's why I want you to meet her to see if she still likes you after losing her memory."

Cheng Yun was speechless, "Donor Su, stop joking."

Su Liang said seriously, "I was joking just now, don't mind it. But what I said is true. I am trying to help her restore her memory. I want to see if her preferences have changed after she lost her memory. Please do me a favor."

Cheng Yun felt strange. Su Liang had called Ren Dong and asked her to invite Yan Shiba over, saying that an old friend had come.

Chengyun asked if he could go first, but Su Liang refused, "You gave Gu Xiaonuan a gift, but you haven't seen her yet, why are you in such a hurry?"

Chengyun really wanted to see Gu Xiaonuan, but he really didn't want to see Yan Shiba. But it was always difficult for him to refuse Su Liang's request, and Su Liang said that he was asking for help.

Yan Shiba came over quickly. She had recovered a lot and no longer needed to sit in a wheelchair. Although her face was still a little pale, she was able to move freely.

After entering the door, Su Liang asked her to sit down with a smile, then pointed at Chengyun and asked her, "This is our old friend. You are very familiar with her."

Yan Shiba frowned and looked at Chengyun, "You said I turned out to be a killer. Why am I friends with a monk?"

"It's a long story." Su Liang said, "Don't you think this monk is very beautiful?"

Chengyun: ...Why hasn't Gu Xiaonuan come back? He left immediately after seeing the child.

Yan Shiba shook his head, "Nothing special."

Cheng Yun breathed a sigh of relief inexplicably. Yes, he is nothing special, he is just an ordinary monk. Stop staring at him...

Qiu Cong's voice coaxing Gu Xiaonuan came from the door. Su Liang looked at Chengyun and said, "You can leave."

Chengyun felt like he was being pardoned and said, "Donor Su, Donor Yan, the young monk is leaving." After saying that, he picked up his baggage and walked towards the door.

When he saw Gu Xiaonuan outside the door, a smile appeared on Chengyun's face, "Little donor Gu looks really like donor Gu."

Gu Xiaonuan was very interested in Chengyun's bald head and stretched out her little hand for him to hold.

In the room, Yan Shiba asked again why she was friends with Cheng Yun, her eyes calm and calm.

Su Liang only said that it was because Chengyun had saved her life, and without saying anything else, he asked her to go back and rest.

Lonicera came in and told Su Liang that Chengyun had left. Su Liang looked at Yan Shiba's back through the window and nodded to express his understanding.

"Does Miss Yan have no feelings for Monk Chengyun at all?" Liao Dong asked.

Su Liang nodded, "Not at all. You are right, she seems to have changed. However, Lin Shan just lost her memory. Aunt Lin said that her habits and preferences are no different from before. I asked Yuan Pei , he also said that apart from forgetting the past, Lin Wei's temperament is exactly the same as before. The things he was afraid of before are still afraid of him now, and the things he liked before are still liked now. Lin Shan was drugged, and Yan Shiba lost his memory due to injury. It's unclear whether she was drugged or had amnesia. At first, I thought it was not surprising that she had lost her memory and her personality changed drastically. But as I have been in contact with her more recently, I feel more and more that she is not Yan Shiba at all. "

Lonicera's expression changed, "Master, what do you mean...is she someone pretending to be?"

"But that face is not fake. There must be something wrong somewhere." Su Liang thought thoughtfully, "She came from Sheng Yue... Just in case, I will give her another medicine today. Keep her in a weak state. Just keep an eye on her and tell me if anything is wrong."