"Zhao Shu! You are too despicable! Then Liang Shuo bribed you with just a box of pills?!"
In the Tiegong Temple, everyone from the Huaiying Hall gathered together. A box of Jade Core Pills was placed on the table. Luo Xixian yelled at Zhao Shu: "You really want to climb up to the Chongxuan Hall? You can't wait to be their lackey?"
"I don't."
Facing Luo Xixian's scolding and everyone's suspicious looks, Zhao Shu could hardly raise his head and said with a sullen face: "Chongxuan Hall is used to being overbearing. If we don't let him out of the Tiegong Temple, he won't mind crushing us to death."
Luo Xixian scolded: "How stupid! He was threatening, but you are so weak that you gave in without any reservation! Do you think he really needs Tiegong Temple? He just wants us to bow our heads at Huaiying Hall!"
"If you are inferior to others, how can you not bow your head?" Zhao Shu asked.
Luo Xixian stared and nodded slightly: "Zhao Shu, I used to think that you were just a little slick and a little witty, but I didn't expect you to be such a complete softie!"
Zhao Shu felt that there was a stagnation in his chest that was difficult to get rid of, and said with an ugly face: "I just want to protect you all. We alone are no match for Chongxuan Hall."
"The more afraid you are and the more you shrink back, the more Chongxuan Hall will succeed!" Luo Xixian scolded sternly: "Liang Shuo just sees that you are weak, so he dares to blackmail you wildly! I don't believe he really dares to suppress you without any scruples.
come over!"
Zhao Shu looked directly at Luo Xixian: "The children of the Liang family have always been arrogant, and Liang Shuo is even more contemptuous of other people's lives. You should know this better than me. I can't bet the safety of everyone's lives on his 'fear'!"
Luo Xixian held the sword in his hand: "This is what makes him afraid! It's not your talk!"
Zhao Miao was furious: "Teacher is not here right now. Even if you insist, you must have enough strength! What kind of hero do you think you are if you kill a Liang Zhongwei?!"
Luo Xixian immediately drew his sword and pointed it at Zhao Shu. The sword energy cut off a few strands of his hair: "Just wait and see if my sword is sharp?!"
This immediately caused everyone in the Huaiying Hall to panic. Several people quickly dragged Luo Xixian away. Shi Huoguang rushed up to protect Zhao Shu. Xin Shunying stood beside him, frowning and shaking his head in silence.
"Two, two!" Wang Juncheng followed Zhao Shui to the Tiegong Temple. Seeing that the situation was not right, he quickly stepped forward to calm the atmosphere: "Master Luo, please calm down. It's because the lower officials did not do their job well and did not arrange the residences of everyone in the Huaiying Hall. Just now.
We have received news that there is an elegant and quiet courtyard in the east of the city, which is suitable for all of you Qingxiu. Why don't you follow me and take a look?"
"Is this a matter of whether we have a place to live?" Luo Xixian retorted loudly, waving the long sword in his hand, and others did not dare to approach: "Chongxuan Hall can force us to leave Tiegong Temple today, and it can go further tomorrow.
We left Xingluo County so that we can monopolize the power of suppressing bandits! If we show any weakness today, their arrogance will only become more arrogant! This is not a bargain in business, it is a matter of life and death!"
"I just want to ask one thing." Zhao Shu looked around at everyone present at the Huaiying Hall: "If the Chongxuan Hall really wants to sacrifice Yunchaan and come, can we withstand it?"
As soon as these words came out, several people shook their heads slightly, and when Luo Xixian glared at them, they quickly lowered their heads and remained silent.
"What's the use of scaring them?" Zhao Shu said: "Now we don't need to fight to the end with Chongxuan Hall. It is not a shame to retreat when faced with difficulties and act when opportunities arise."
Luo Xixian shook his head and gritted his teeth: "Unlike you, I can abandon my dignity so easily."
Zhao Miao's face straightened: "If you really want to take more credit for suppressing the bandits, and you deserve to be more famous than Chongxuan Hall, then you might as well send a letter to your Majesty and ask him to announce to the court that there are 20,000 free pay for the 30,000-strong army.
Go up, and then raise food and pay, and send the 20,000 soldiers and horses to Xingluo County to focus on suppressing bandits and eliminating demons. It also saves us from fighting over such boring trivial matters. Even if you defend the Tiegong Temple, how much can you win?
face?"
"No need!" Luo Xixian snorted coldly.
Zhao Shu really didn't have the energy to argue with Luo Xixian anymore. He came to Xingluo County this time to suppress bandits and demons, so why did he get involved in such a useless dispute that wasted energy? And he had to draw swords against his friends?
"I have finished speaking. I don't want this box of Jade Core Pills. Anyone who wants to leave Tiegong Temple should pack their things as soon as possible." Zhao Shu turned to Wang Juncheng and said, "Master Wang, please send someone to guide me.
"
"Just let me personally lead the way." Wang Juncheng sighed inwardly. Zhao Mian and Luo Xixian were both rare young talents, but now they are causing such trouble.
Among the more than twenty people in the Huaiying Hall, Shi Huoguang must have followed Zhao Shuyan's advice. He immediately turned around to pack his things. At the same time, he was accompanied by several talisman officials who were not very good at fighting. It didn't take long for him to even connect such important items as the alchemy furnace, cauldron, and wok.
All the things were loaded onto the carriage and left the Tiegong Temple.
"Master Luo, I warned you before." Xin Shunying came to Luo Xixian's side and watched the carriage slowly drive away in the snowy night, leaving two tracks behind: "This move of Chongxuan Hall is to separate you and Junior Brother Zhao.
Although you are unhappy in your heart, what Junior Brother Zhao said is not unreasonable."
"Are you also on his side?" Luo Xixian couldn't believe it.
Xin Shunying sighed softly: "What Junior Brother Zhao said is straight to the point. Is what Mr. Luo wants to fight against Chongxuan Pavilion for his achievements in suppressing bandits, or for this mere house?"
Luo Xixian had a sullen face and did not reply. Xin Shunying continued: "Master Luo, haven't you ever thought about why Mr. Zhang wanted you to become the envoy of the Huaiying Pavilion? Is it just because of your swordsmanship? With all due respect, Mr. Luo's
His swordsmanship skills are far from enough to be able to quell banditry on his own.
Mr. Luo may have his own plans, but in the end he is still under the protection of your Majesty. If Mr. Luo can spend a little time writing, please write it in the court and urge 20,000 troops to come to Xingluo County to aid. This will be the first step in suppressing bandits.
A great contribution. No matter how smart Brother Zhao is, he can't do it for you. This is the solution he came up with for you."
At this time, most of the anger in Luo Xixian's chest had disappeared, and he opened his mouth to speak, but was unwilling to back down due to the situation just now.
"During this period, Mr. Luo should not meet with Junior Brother Zhao." Xin Shunying said: "You two should reflect on yourselves separately. Mr. Luo should not have another conflict with Chongxuan Hall before the court's troops and horses are arranged. If
If we can really have 20,000 soldiers and horses rush to the aid of Xingluo County, then we can develop a strong momentum and be qualified to be on an equal footing with Chongxuan Hall."
Luo Xixian's father was a Grand Sima. Although he did not have actual military power, he was one of the three princes of the imperial court. He could meet with the king at any time and state military affairs. If twenty thousand soldiers and horses were paid for nothing, if it could be made public, what would happen to those who were responsible for it?
The rich and powerful people in the aristocratic family cannot remain unharmed, and may even take advantage of the opportunity to make a big fuss.
Thinking of this, Luo Xixian felt that he had been a little confused in the past. Why didn't he seize such a good opportunity as soon as possible? He had to lead five hundred soldiers and horses into the wilderness to fight with the bandits. He was really at a disadvantage.
"Junior Brother Zhao is indeed smart, but this is also what makes people unhappy." Xin Shunying smiled delicately: "I don't want to consider others, and I show off everywhere. The method is a good one, just say it in private, but you want to hurt others' face and make trouble.
Very difficult to get along with.”
…
I followed Wang Juncheng to a house in the east of the city, where there were servants hurriedly sweeping the house.
"This is it. Although it is not as spacious as Tiegong Temple, it is better than being quiet." Wang Juncheng exhaled hot air and rubbed his hands. When he turned around, he saw Zhao Miao standing in the courtyard with snowflakes on his head, lost in thought.
"Zhao Fuli?" Wang Juncheng reminded.
"Huh?" Zhao Shu replied absently: "Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Wang."
Wang Juncheng folded his sleeves and sighed: "It's not easy to be a deputy. The more capable you are, the more jealous you will be."
Zhao Shu was slightly startled, and then said: "Master Wang is right. In the face of power, many years of friendship are not worth mentioning. I was too naive in the past."
Wang Juncheng shook his head and said, "I hope you, Zhao Fuli, can keep your innocence. In the official career, I don't want you to get involved too deeply."
Zhao Shu said: "I thought Mr. Wang was used to it."
Wang Juncheng seemed to be recalling: "When I was your age, I was almost as dedicated to practical matters. Even if I couldn't kill the enemy on the battlefield, I still hoped to calm down the morals, restore discipline, and save the people from the fire. What a pity.
, after several decades, it can be said that nothing has been achieved, and even I am still living on my own."
Zhao Miao remained silent, and Wang Juncheng patted him on the shoulder: "Other times, I may not be able to do anything, but at least you and I don't have to worry about this now that we are working together in Xingluo County."
"Thank you." Zhao Mo bowed deeply. In fact, he didn't think that Wang Juncheng was a vegetarian at all. Over the past few days, Wang Juncheng had left an impression on Zhao Mo that he was smart, capable and hardworking.
When the former county governor was assassinated and banditry was rampant in Xingluo County, government affairs were not neglected, ranging from the expenditure of money and food, relocating people, to repairing city defenses, construction materials, and even the residences of various hotels.
It can be said that Wang Juncheng did not try his best to make arrangements personally.
To be honest, if Mr. Wang had been the original county governor, Xingluo County might not have been plagued by bandits from the beginning. Even if the people of Chiyundu wanted to stir up trouble, they would not be able to cause a big disturbance.
After Wang Juncheng left, another group of monks from the Huaiying Hall came to the small courtyard in the east of the city, and Xin Shunying was among them.
"Master Luo said that he planned to stay under General Wei's tent and serve him." Xin Shunying explained: "Seven students from the palace went with him, and the swordsman guards he recruited also went to the military camp."
"I understand." Zhao Shu expected this situation: "Sister Xin, why don't you come with us? General Wei probably needs you to predict the enemy's situation based on the weather."
Xin Shunying pointed at herself and said: "I, a weak woman, do you want me to live in a military camp?"
"I didn't think enough about it."
Xin Shunying narrowed her eyes: "It's not that Junior Brother Zhao is careless, but he is blaming me, right? Do you think I said bad things about you to Mr. Luo in private?"
Zhao Ming's smile was a little cold: "Sister Xin, do you see something in Luo Xixian? Do you think he is a rare commodity and has a bright future? And maybe I am still a stumbling block for him, hindering his future career?"
"Junior Zhao has sharp eyes like an eagle, but his words are sharper than his eyes, and they are extremely piercing." Xin Shunying walked down the corridor: "Yes, I have taken a liking to Mr. Luo. But Junior Zhao should not belittle oneself. You are not a stumbling block, but a barrier to him."
The mountains in front of you.”
"Senior Sister Xin is really good at telling jokes." Zhao Shu couldn't help laughing.
"I'm not joking." Xin Shunying glanced at Zhao Mi and said, "Xin Shunying, when Zhao was in the hall, there was a bright moon like Zhang Shouzuo. Some things were not clear. In addition, the fixed position of Fu Li was fixed. Don't you think so?
Know how great you are.
Mr. Luo was born as a general, and he worked hard since he was a child. He later entered the Huaiying Hall to practice swordsmanship and was considered a leader among the younger generation. His friendship with you, apart from being a friend, actually hides a somewhat condescending intention.
"
"Nonsense." Zhao Shu retorted casually: "I don't want to say it, but is this how you women care about your friends?"
Xin Shunying couldn't find any problem with her smile: "Xiaojun Zhao, have you forgotten that no matter what you say, Mr. Luo is still the son of the great Sima of the dynasty. I have seen it clearly before in the hall. Among the two of you, I have always been the best.
Mr. Luo is in the limelight. Even the charms and magic objects you worked so hard to make are used by him to please women. If it were a more narrow-minded person, he would have cut off the relationship long ago. "
"When you get along with friends, there is no need to spend money and money." Zhao Miao said.
"I'm used to seeing wealth, silk and magic weapons, so of course I don't need to worry about these." Xin Shunying said the key point: "But power, position and reputation are different. Since Junior Brother Zhao came to Xingluo County, he has performed well in everything, especially in the battle of Sanniu Pit, Mr. Luo
He was trapped in an ambush, but you still led the troops to rescue him, destroying all the arrogance hidden in his heart. How can he not feel any hatred towards you?"
Zhao Shu didn't know what to say. Xin Shunying either judged people very accurately, or she was just making things up. He said a few words casually and fell into silence when he returned to the room.
"The little girl does have some eyesight." Lingxiao appeared and smiled calmly: "In the final analysis, Luo Xixian is nothing more than a common person. You should understand now why people who cultivate immortality do not associate with common people."
"But I am also a common person." Zhao Shu scratched his head hard for a while: "Forget it, forget about this. When you met Liang Shuo just now, did you notice anything strange about the maid next to him?"
"She hid it very well and never showed any evil aura." Lingxiao raised her finger and tapped Zhao Miao's brow: "But "The Hidden Text of the Divine Tiger" also has the magic of chasing and photographing. All the spirits and monsters injured by this method will be
She can release the true form of the divine tiger to track her. And since the true form of the talisman is sensitive to it, it means that the maid is the fox demon who offended the altar that day."
"He was really sent by Liang Shuo!" Zhao Shu was a little relieved: "Looking at the pomp and circumstance, the majesty and demeanor are all complete, but it turns out that he is such a person who specializes in destructive tricks. Fa Luxian General actually protects such a person? His ancestors
Don’t the immortals just care about it?”
Lingxiao fluttered his sleeves and turned around: "If you are sincere in your heart, dignified and upright, you can drive immortal generals like your arms and fingers, and you can move mountains with majestic power on the snail horns, how can it affect so many innocent people?"
Zhao Shu vaguely understood something: "The more thoughts there are and the more complex they are, the harder it will be to summon immortal generals. No wonder we need the Laoshizi Nine-Tian Yuntai and the clear air of the Tiegong Temple to protect the magic weapon."
"This world is really getting worse and worse." Lingxiao said: "Not to mention the weak Qing Qi, those who practice Taoism and learn immortality are all so evil in their minds."
"Then please ask the Immortal Lingxiao to be patient for a while longer." Zhao Miao spread his hands helplessly.