The Return of the Fire Dragon Swordsman
Old Father Opponent

The annoyed Zhao Wei rushed to meet Governor Zhao Yun at his place. The Governor's second son of the third wife was indeed famous as the main supporter in Zhao Yun's efforts to seize the rights as Emperor of the Song Empire. He was almost similar to Zhao Yun in terms of cunning and was very clever at cursing.

Governor Zhao Yun was very fond of his second son, giving up most of the military power of Chenliu Province under the control of Zhao Wei. And under the leadership of Zhao Wei, the military of Chenliu Province grew rapidly to have a strength of 100,000 thousand soldiers. That meant that the military strength of Chenliu Province was equal to one-third of the military strength of the Zhao Empire.

Eunuch Tong Guan, who was Emperor Huizong's main right-hand man, had long since observed Governor Zhao Yun's movements. Some of the Song Empire's palace spies were also stationed around the Chenliu region for guard. If until Governor Zhao Yun allied with some other region governors, then it was certain that there would be a civil war in the Song Empire.

"Dad, dad,

What messed up our plan was a man named Thee Jo, a man from the southern island who was in the entourage of Princess Meng Er. From what I heard, he became the envoy of his country to meet with Emperor Song. We must eliminate him and seize the Jade Dragon Stamp immediately before Huang Lung reaches Kaifeng's palace" Zhao Wei reported while saluting Governor Zhao Yun.

"Hmmmmmmm...

I had guessed before that the young man was not just an ordinary swordsman. We must not act rashly, my son", Governor Zhao Yun said as he stroked his partially bleached beard.

"What do you mean, Dad? Is he not a hindrance to our plan?

You have only orders, then the Chenliu soldiers will immediately catch Thee Jo", Zhao Wei did not understand the way his father thought.

"The ambassador of a country is an important person, the Prince of Wei..

We must not harm that person for any reason or forever our good name will be tarnished in any part of the world. Moreover, we need the recognition of his state if at any time we are in power in this Song Empire" Governor Zhao Wei said as he looked at the face of his second son.

"Would it be that we just keep quiet and let the Dragon Jade Stamp arrive at the Song Imperial Palace? I can't let that happen, Dad.

Hauw Tian died, and Iron Tiger Sect Chief Pang He must have asked for an explanation on this matter", Zhao Wei was a little annoyed by Governor Zhao Yun's attitude.

"Soundless boy !

If we can't act, it doesn't mean that others can't teach us a lesson.

Pang He there is no way we can engage anymore because it will let everyone know that we are allied with the Iron Tiger Sect. We need to find someone else to deal with this Thee Jo.

Ahh, I have an idea. Mountain Leader Wu Tang has a promise to me. I heard that tomorrow he will be at the Shaolin Temple to pray to the recently deceased abbot. We can seize this opportunity", Governor Zhao Yun smiled cunningly.

"What does father mean? Zhao Wei foolishly did not understand", said Zhao Wei who increasingly did not understand the meaning of his father's words.

"Foolish boy, you have a lot to learn..

Go to Shaolin Temple today. Meet Chan San Fung there. Give me the letter I wrote to her and you'll see what happens", after saying so, you'll see, Governor Zhao Yun clapped his hands twice and a servant immediately came over carrying a paper and stationery. Soon, a letter with a red stamp was received by Zhao Wei.

"With the letter, Thee Jo will learn a valuable lesson" Governor Zhao Yun said with a broad grin.

"I understand Dad. In that case, right now I will be heading to the Shaolin Temple to meet Chan San Fung", Zhao Wei saluted Governor Zhao Yun and immediately rushed to leave the place.

Meanwhile, Panji Tejo Laksono was enjoying breakfast with Huang Lung, Luh Jingga and his followers that morning. The news of the infiltration last night had reached the ears of Princess Meng Er, until that morning she came to the resting place of Panji Tejo Laksono and friends with General Liu King and Chen Su Bing.

"Sir Thee...

I heard you were last night chasing an intruder who was trying to riot. Are you alright?", Princess Song Zhao Meng asked worriedly. His eyes were staring at Panji Tejo Laksono who was sitting quietly at the dining table.

Panji Tejo Laksono replied, sounding a knock from the mouth of Luh Jingga, "Definitely pretentious attention to Gusti Pangeran".

Panji Tejo Laksono immediately turned his head towards Luh Jingga while putting the index finger of his right hand in front of his mouth.

"Sstttt, you can't talk like that Luh. However she was one of Emperor Huizong's Daughters" Panji Tejo Laksono whispered immediately.

As you can see I'm fine. The Princess does not need to worry excessively about me", said Panji Tejo Laksono while smiling knots.

"Huhhhhh, I know your servant doesn't like me. But I'm not gonna bother with all that.

Since the security in this Chenliu City Palace is so bad, I have already decided this afternoon also we leave for Kaifeng. I want to stop by the Shaolin Temple to pray to Buddha. You don't mind right?", Princess Song Zhao Meng stared into Panji Tejo Laksono's handsome face with her sweet smile.

"You are the leader of this group, of course I don't mind", Panji Tejo Laksono said with a smile.

After a long time of their conversation, Princess Song Zhao Meng asked for a break in preparation to head towards the Shaolin Temple. After the departure of Emperor Song's daughter, Huang Lung aka Princess Wanyan Lan approached Panji Tejo Laksono.

"Thee Swordsman, thee,

Why do you agree with Princess Meng Er? Wouldn't that slow down our trip to Kaifeng?", asked Huang Lung while looking at Panji Tejo Laksono's face as if he did not like Princess Song Zhao Meng's plan.

"The Shaolin Temple is located west of Zhengzhou, Brother Thee..

This also means that those of us who just step towards Kaifeng, must turn west. Don't you feel that Princess Song Zhao Meng deliberately slowed down our journey to Kaifeng?", Huang Lung said.

"I can't refuse Princess Meng Er's words, Brother Huang.

Our entrance to Kaifeng palace is also with his help. We better not spoil his mood because my men already know how long it will take to talk to Emperor Huizong. I ask you to understand", hearing the explanation from Panji Tejo Laksono, Huang Lung let out a long sigh as if heavy-hearted but he also did not dare to refuse.

That afternoon, Princess Song Zhao Meng and Panji Tejo Laksono left Chenliu City. Although Governor Zhao Yun tried hard to hold back their departure, Princess Song Zhao Meng insisted on leaving during the day.

Governor Zhao Yun stared at their departure with a strange look in his eyes. The glittering eyes held a million grudges even with smiling lips.

'Until the Shaolin Temple, you will receive a valuable lesson'.

After leaving Chenliu City, the group moved towards the Shaolin Temple to the west. The beautiful natural scenery was presented before all of their eyes.

After traveling 2 days overnight without experiencing significant obstacles through the Zhengzhou and Luoyang regions, they finally arrived at the foothills of Mount Song which is a sacred mountain for the entire Chinese community. How not, dozens of their sacred places of worship are in this place. Dozens of temples and pagodas seem to be proof that this place is a sacred place.

At the foot where the Shaolin Temple was located, the group of Panji Tejo Laksono and Princess Song Zhao Meng stopped their steps. From the surrounding population, they know that the Shaolin Temple is in mourning after the old leader of the Buddhist monastery has just died.

Because of this, Princess Song Zhao Meng decided to leave their personal guard force at a large inn at the foot where the Shaolin Temple was located. In addition to respecting the monks who were there, in this atmosphere of mourning it was not appropriate to bring so many soldiers. Therefore, Princess Song Zhao Meng only invited General Liu King, Chen Su Bing, Cai Yuan, Qiao Er and 2 of General Liu King's right-hand men as bodyguards. Huang Lung just invited Ah Gao and Ah Li to accompany her. While Panji Tejo Laksono invited Luh Jingga, Demung Gumbreg, Tumenggung Ludaka, Tumenggung Rajegwesi and Rakryan Purusoma to enter the Shaolin Temple.

The arrival of Princess Song Zhao Meng and Panji Tejo Laksono was welcomed by an old monk named Monk Hong Ki and his two disciples, Monk Hong Jian and Monk Hong Yi. Yes, he is one of the Buddhist monks who had challenged the battle of science Patugunung aka Prabu Jayengrana at Katang-katang Palace several tens of years ago. He managed to return safely to China and never ventured again after his defeat of Panji Tejo Laksono.

"Amitabhas...

Welcome to the Shaolin Temple, Princess Song Zhao Meng. Sorry if our welcome is as generous as we are mourning" Monk Hong Ki said as he bowed to Princess Song Zhao Meng's typical monk salute.

"You're too shy, Monk..

I just want to pray to Buddha at this Shaolin Temple. Oh, this is me bringing some friends. Please monks also allow them to enter the Shaolin Temple to accompany me", Princess Song Zhao Meng politely replied.

Monk Hong Ki immediately circulated his gaze towards the back of Princess Song Zhao Meng. How surprised Monk Hong Ki saw the face of Panji Tejo Laksono who was behind Princess Song Zhao Meng.

"You...

How did you get to this place?"