Rendezvous with Death

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"Biyun Temple"

Pleased to meet you.

Did the three of you receive an invitation

just like me

and that's why you came here

to Biyun Temple?

The name of the sender is very strange.

I want to see what he looks like.

This is outrageous!

Don't you have any respect for me?

You're here so late.

I've been waiting here since noon,

now it's dusk.

I was getting really impatient.

Almost thought that

the 4 infamous Jiangnan Killers

are too scared for this appointment.

You must be kidding.

Kid, are you Xinsuan (miserable)?

That's right.

Just as miserable as my name.

Interesting. So you're a strange person.

Why don't you call yourself

Kuaile (happy),

Xiaoyao or Ziyouziazi (carefree)?

Why must you call yourself Xinsuan?

It sounds awful.

It's unfortunate, but I've never

had any happy event in my life.

It's always been miserable.

Xinsuan.

Panda, enough with the chit chat.

Why did you send us the invitations?

I need your help.

Sure. Can you afford it?

Of course not.

That's why I caught four fat rats,

I plan to cook you a roast rat feast.

You're very rude, kid!

You take us four as rats!

The rats ran away! But not you!

Unless you'll hand over

Prince Yan's commission letter.

Commission letter?

Correct. Word is out that

you four have received

the secret invitation from Prince Yan.

You're invited to his dinner party

on the 8th of this month;

That's tomorrow evening.

I heard that he's given you a job to do.

Where did you hear about that?

Let's not bother with who's the source.

As long as there's a commission letter.

What do you need that for?

I'll go to the party on behalf of you.

Wait.

Four against one!

Maybe you're alright with this.

But not me!

I hardly think you're that strong,

come and get my head.

Not bad, eh?

A fellow expert can test

how good you really are.

Only one of us will live.

You're right, only one of us will live.

Just as I expected.

The Four Killers who stop at no evil,

they don't live up to their name.

It's just a piece of cake

to get rid of you lot.

And you'll make no exception.

Xi Men Bao, your turn.

Very well...

Amazing...

That's the first time

I've seen something like this.

This is really something.

Prince.

Strange,

those we're expecting aren't here,

but someone we don't expect is here.

Go take a look.

Yes.

What's wrong with you?

Why did you let him in?

He...

Today is the 8th of September,

I heard that

the Four Killers won't be here.

Why?

Because I have their heads here.

Bring him over.

Yes, Prince.

Xinsuan is here to greet the Prince.

Kneel. Now!

I didn't do anything wrong,

why should I kneel?

Kneel.

Let him be.

Yes.

Open up.

That's them. Take it away.

Yes.

What's your name again?

Gu Jian, also known as Xinsuan.

Xinsuan as in miserable.

What a strange name!

Why did you kill them?

Firstly, they kill innocent bystanders,

I'm doing the public a favor

to get rid of them.

Second, I love money.

This job will give me fame and fortune.

Third, killing the Four Killers

can prove my abilities.

Also it'd prove

they ain't the right guys for the job.

How did you do it?

No poison, no tricks,

only with my own skills.

I don't believe that.

Unless you can dodge three arrows of mine.

Please forgive me.

Impressive.

You're very bold.

Have a seat.

Thank you.

Do you know why

I hired the Four Killers?

I don't know the details.

The thing is,

I've something very important

that needs to be sent to Xian.

I fear that

someone might try to intercept.

That's why I need someone

to make sure it's delivered.

Why don't you hire the escort company?

Well, they aren't good enough.

What about martial arts experts?

Trust no one.

You've plenty of soldiers,

can't you send some of them?

Why pick the evil Four Killers?

I must keep the delivery low profile,

and it's very dangerous.

It's risky for the person

who's doing the job.

It wouldn't matter so much

if the evil ones die.

Young man, do you still want this job?

Yes, I heard the reward is

I think it's worth a try.

But I wonder what exactly

am I supposed to deliver!

Yes. Take it here.

This is it, young man.

Don't be curious

about what's inside.

If I find any sign of it being pried open,

you'd be punished instead of any reward.

Don't worry, prince.

I'm only interested in the reward.

Keep this half, you'll need this later.

Who should I deliver this to in Xian?

Someone will contact you.

What are the consequences if I fail?

Don't worry,

you wouldn't need to compensate me.

Because I'm sure you'd be dead by then.

Move over...

That's him, must be.

Hello...

Hi...

What's the big deal?

So snobbish.

A famous martial arts hero

perhaps acts like this.

Pleased to meet you.

From your appearance,

I can tell you're Gu Feitian,

Golden Rod of Qi Gate.

You must be Master Gu.

I've heard so much about you,

it's my honor to have finally met you.

My name is Gu Jian, also known as Xinsuan,

I'm from Xiachuan, Lingnan.

I'm a newcomer in the martial arts world,

I'm here to listen to your teachings

and advice.

I'm in no position to teach you.

But I could give you an advice,

you talk too much rubbish.

You...

Fine! Gu Feitian, I want you to remember.

My name is Xinsuan! Xinsuan!

No need.

I have my own teapot and tea leaves.

Pour the boiling water here.

Thank you.

What's that?

Waiter.

Please sit down.

Alright.

Do you have any vacant room here?

Rooms...

No?

Oh, there is vacancy...

Then prepare a room.

And bring me something to eat.

Yes.

Show the guest to his room.

Yes.

This way please.

This is your room.

Don't stay there, pal. It's dirty.

What are you talking about?

What's wrong with you?

How did you know?

Because I arrived a few hours earlier.

Sit down.

What's your name?

No name, a wanderer.

Stop talking in circles.

How did you know that I'm staying here?

Well, I'm not the only one who knows.

Jufeng Inn

is the only inn here,

you have no other option.

Come, have a drink. It's good tea.

Come on.

What tea is this? It's very bitter.

All good medicine tastes bitter,

the name is "Bitter Lion".

It is good for your brain and heart.

You should know that

there will be a storm here in this inn.

Since you've became famous.

Don't bother.

There will be plenty of those on the way.

You've helped me, how should I thank you?

Don't mention it. It's my pleasure.

There aren't many who are like you,

thanks.

Boss, I want a clean room.

For two.

For one.

Wait, Master Xin.

Wait, Master Xin.

Wait.

Master Xin.

Can't run anymore.

You're a good man.

I know you're very kind,

you won't leave me behind, thank you...

Thank you!

Master Xin.

Old lady...

I know I shouldn't bother you

at this time.

I'm just passing by.

But I couldn't find any place for food.

Could you give me something to eat

on the road?

Normally that wouldn't be a problem,

but you are here at a bad time.

I am not in the mood to cook.

I understand...

Old lady, don't be so sad.

He's my only son,

I couldn't give him anything

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