After more than a month of separation, Zhang Rong was still as melancholy as when he was under the willow tree, and there seemed to be endless sadness hidden in his eyes.
Mai Shiyu saw that this person was full of bookishness, laid-back and thin, which fit the image in his imagination. He thought he was a scholar with little talent who didn't hear anything outside the world. He concentrated on studying the art of Tianyan for many years and achieved success. He didn't want to cause trouble and refused to show his face. So
He secretly threw out the warning and felt a little at ease, saying: "Sir, you are a great talent, I believe you know why I am looking for you."
Zhang Rong looked slightly surprised when he saw Tang Zhao, but without a word of acknowledgment, he let the two of them into the house.
The layout of the house is the same as the exterior, very homely, but it is subtly different from Yunzhou's style, and it is the same style as the house outside. Tang Zhao believes more and more in his guess:
This house is part of Zhang Rong's Sword Elephant Tower.
But it shouldn’t be. For the Sword Elephant to manifest, it must be at the level of a swordsman. Zhang Rong has just become a swordsman. He is definitely not a swordsman, and what means did he develop to achieve this?
Is the world of genius so unreasonable? Isn’t it more basic than cheating?
I didn't expect that Tang Zhao would have such thoughts one day.
In addition to Zhang Rong, there was also a cute little girl in red with braids and jade snow in the room. When she saw someone coming, she jumped back to the back room.
Zhang Rong put away the two teacups on the table, poured three more cups of tea, looked at Tang Zhao and said, "This is..."
Mai Shiyu said: "This is my friend Xiaotang. He is eager for justice and is willing to help me get rid of the devil. He is the most trustworthy."
Zhang Rong sighed: "Zhang is a criminal who has committed great treason. When you meet with a dangerous person like me, do you want to involve this young man?"
Tang Zhao said with a smile: "The student is also a member of the District Prosecution Department and works at the eighth level. Such dangerous things have always happened. Only we, the District Prosecution Department, are afraid of implicate the common people, and no ordinary people are worried about implicating us."
Zhang Rong said in surprise: "Really? People really cannot be judged by their appearance. If the Yunzhou District Procuratorate is upright, then I will have more confidence."
Mai Shiyu said: "Mr. Zhang, right? You also know that you have committed a heinous crime? Then why do you dare to hand over the evidence of Tian Yanshu to the official?"
Zhang Rong said calmly, "It's the lesser of two evils. Is it because of my own cowardice that I sit back and watch thousands of people suffer?"
Mai Shiyu stared at him, as if she wanted to see through his heart, but every move of this man was very sincere and calm, and the straightforward statement just now had no additional sonorous power, as if he was describing the most ordinary things.
He was so sincere and magnanimous that it reminded Deputy Mai of Tang Zhao who was right next to him.
Even Tang Zhao, or herself, and Mai Shiyu cannot guarantee that they will still be so pure when they live to the age of forty.
She couldn't help but admire: "Since ancient times, there have been many scholars who have sacrificed their lives for righteousness. It is really a blessing for the people to have Mr. Xiangcheng."
Zhang Rong shook his head and said: "It's not about righteousness, it's just Zhang's selfishness. Back then, Zhang's hometown Yantai was reduced to ashes in a great disaster. When Zhang rushed back to his hometown, he didn't even have time to see his hometown.
The last thing I saw in the neighborhood was devastation. At that time, I thought, if I could know the weather, understand the months, and take precautions early, why would this happen? Therefore, Zhang transferred to the art of Tianyan, and even now, he can be considered a beginner. The day before yesterday
After some calculations, I found that a demon cave was about to come to Zhaocheng, so I hurried to Zhaocheng and made calculations locally for many days, and got a result. At least I tried my best."
Tang Zhao suddenly understood, no wonder Zhang Rong said goodbye and insisted on going when he learned about the blockade of Zhaocheng halfway. At that time, he thought that there were relatives of Mr. Zhang in Zhaocheng, but it turned out that he was just trying to grab time for calculations.
Mai Shiyu nodded. Nowadays, demon caves are coming frequently. Neither Qingtian Temple nor the District Inspectorate can be guaranteed to be foolproof. Like Lingzhou, which is in chaos, it doesn’t even have an Inspectorate. Tragedies in the world where families are destroyed and people are killed often happen. It's just that when most people witness the tragedy, they can only cry and be at a loss. Few people can cheer up or even work hard for it.
etc……
Mai Shiyu swallowed and said, "I remember the disaster at Yantai Devil's Cave was a year ago."
Zhang Rong sighed: "Yes, a year has passed in a blink of an eye."
Mai Shiyu said in a daze: "You have only been studying the art of Tianyan for a year..."
Zhang Rong explained: "Deputy, please don't think that I am not proficient in the short time I have studied. I am confident in this calculation. Wan Sheng also made the calculation twice before, once in Youzhou and once in Qingzhou. The time and place are all the same. There was no mistake. It was just that the local inspection department refused to accept it, so the tragedy could not be avoided. Zhang was discouraged and had to go north to Yunzhou to see if this place was different."
No...I'm not doubting you.
I doubt myself,
And those two idiots from Qingtian Temple.
Mai Shiyu murmured: "Those two doctors have been studying at Qingtian Temple for more than ten years."
How can the gap between people be so big?
Tang Zhao was funny in her heart, she didn't know that Zhang Rong hadn't been able to master the sword and become a swordsman in this year.
However, he heard something else from Zhang Rong's words.
Mai Shiyu gathered his thoughts and said: "Mr. Zhang, I believe your calculation is correct. The District Procuratorate has also taken over this matter, so naturally it is my responsibility. But since you know the taboos of Tianyan Technique, you should know yours." The situation is very dangerous. You are not from the Prosecution Department. If something happens, I can’t legitimately protect you. Why don’t you leave first and take shelter?”
This is of course a test. Mai Shiyu is still not completely sure that Zhang Rong is trustworthy. Regardless of whether this person is an enemy or a friend, sending him away at this critical moment will certainly save time and effort, and it will also protect him. If this person is determined not to If you want to leave and actively participate, that is questionable.
Zhang Rong said with a smile: "Of course, the District Procuratorate has the responsibilities and means of the District Procuratorate. It is difficult for me as an outsider to cooperate. If I get in the way, I will leave Zhaocheng. But I think those two people from Qingtian Temple are also dandies. , it will be harmful and useless to stay, and it will delay the plan. Do you want me to take them away?"
Mai Shiyu wondered: "Do you have any clever ideas, sir? I'm afraid those two are unwilling to leave."
Zhang Rong smiled and said: "It doesn't matter, I can just invite them to stay in my house."
Mai Shiyu was very confused. Zhang Rong looked at Tang Zhao. Tang Zhao understood and explained: "Maybe Mr. Zhang's swordsmanship has the means to take people away."
Mai Shiyu was stunned, and Tang Zhao said: "This gentleman is a swordsman. We met a few months ago, and he and I had a teacher-student relationship. I am also surprised to see you again today. Are you okay, sir?" Afterwards, we formally met and bowed.
He was also very curious. It had only been more than a month since Zhang Rong became a swordsman. What kind of swordsmanship could he develop? He couldn't be a wizard in this aspect, right?
God's preference must be tempered, right?
If it can really be developed... Anyway, let me try it out!
Mai Shiyu was surprised, but her suspicion was reduced a bit. Tang Zhao had a good relationship with this acquaintance, and she still trusted Tang Zhao. Moreover, he took the initiative to disclose his identity as a swordsman to win people's trust, otherwise it would be better to hide it as a trump card. .
This person not only took the initiative to show off, but also took charge of solving the affairs of the Qingtian eunuch. Mai Shiyu decided to try his skills first. If things failed, Tang Zhao could also be used as a backup.
So Mai Shiyu said: "It's okay, the two of them are indeed in the way. To let them come here, I need to find an excuse. How about..."
Zhang Rong smiled and said: "I will edit a book and just ask them to come."
Mai Shiyu wondered: "Do you recognize them?"
Zhang Rong said: "I don't recognize today's young people, but I have met a few of them in the previous generation. Just write in the name of their elders and invite them over."
Mai Shiyu said: "But the handwriting..." Then, she figured it out. When she looked at this picture, he had been writing for many years. Is it still a matter of just handwriting?
With the plan now more complete, Mai Shiyu nodded and said, "Sir, can you deduce the specific time?"
Zhang Rong said: "I'm afraid I can't infer something too specific..."
Mai Shiyu felt slightly disappointed, and just as he was about to speak, Zhang Rong said: "The front and back must be at least an hour wide."
Mai Shiyu:......
Okay, now even autopsies cannot be so accurate.
Confirming that this person always spoke so humbly, Mai Shiyu silently reassured himself and said: "In that case, Qingtian Temple asks Mr. Zhang to take care of it, and there is also Azhao's matter. We all perform our duties. Just one day before the devil's cave came.
, that is, let’s start it the day after tomorrow.”
Tang Zhao and Zhang Rong nodded. Although it would be hasty to start only one day in advance, it could catch people off guard and make it safer. The people could not hold on in the temple for too long, and the two men from Qingtian Temple had no time to react and rush back.
Mai Shiyu chatted with Zhang Rong for a few words. Both parties were very restrained. Mai Shiyu did not mention the specific arrangements of the District Prosecution Department, and Zhang Rong did not introduce his identity. The two just chatted casually, nothing more than Yantai and
It’s just the scenery of Yunzhou.
After chatting for a while, Mai Shiyu stood up to leave, and Zhang Rong said: "Tang Xiaoyou will stay for a while?"
Tang Zhao greeted Mai Shiyu, but Mai Shiyu didn't mind and left first, saying: "See you at the same place tomorrow morning."
Tang Zhao stayed and met Zhang Rong again, and naturally he still performed the courtesy of being a student.
Zhang Rong showed a rare smile and praised Tang Zhao for being more energetic and seemed to be making progress. He also asked about Zizaigang's practice. Tang Zhao couldn't help being surprised, saying that he had failed to live up to Zhang Rong's kindness by saying that he had not had time to practice.
The topic turned to Jianzhou again, and Tang Zhao talked about the story of Jianzhou while drinking tea. In addition to glasses, Zhu Yang also had other inconvenient matters such as the details of Kunjian. The general process was not concealed, like a storyteller.
It was heart-wrenching to say.
Zhang Rong kept praising him while listening. When he heard Tang Zhao talk about simplifying the operation of the magic weapon, he praised: "Xiao Tang has a compassionate mind." He also heard Zhu Yang talk about the soul road and also praised: "What a good layout and courage.
What a talent. There are so many talented people in the world!"
When he finally heard about the turtle bandits, Zhang Rong shook his head and suddenly sneered, saying: "They think they can do it again? But it's just wishful thinking."
Tang Zhao said: "Sir, you also know where they came from?" He understood in a flash, and said with a smile: "I have even forgotten, sir, he once compiled the history of Wei, how could he not know?"
Zhang Rong said: "Yes, the world knows the former Wei Dynasty well, and I am one of them. This dynasty is fundamentally evil. Now that the Jin Dynasty is gradually losing its deer, it is not the time for these thieves to reach out, otherwise it will be a catastrophe. People with lofty ideals
Nor are they allowed to act in reverse."
Tang Zhao's heart moved, and he followed him and whispered: "Sir, do you think that the world is about to enter a great war? I heard from your tone that he just said that he would offer advice all the way to Youzhou, Qingzhou and finally Yunzhou, which seems to mean that the phoenix lives in the phoenix tree.
…”
Zhang Rong waved his hand and said: "What Fengqi Wutong? I am just a middle-aged man who still refuses to admit defeat. I still consider myself a good bird flying around looking for a place to rest. The center is really in a mess, and most of the princes in the world are relying on themselves."
You are a tyrannical and short-sighted person. I am getting more and more disappointed along the way. If I can’t even achieve the goal of Marquis Gao Yuan, who is known as a virtuous man, I will have no choice but to be a turtle dragging its tail in the mud.”
Tang Zhaodao: "The prince should be pretty good..." He has never met Gao Yuanhou. He only knows that Xingji admires Gao Yuanhou very much and has implemented benevolent policies in Yunzhou. Now the people's life is getting better.
I guess he is not a heroic lord, but a wise lord, right?
If compared with Lingzhou or Yanzhou, it is simply the Holy Lord.
Seeing is believing, he has limited experience and cannot give Zhang Rong a guarantee, and who knows what Zhang Rong's idea of a wise master is like?
Zhang Rong said: "Looking at the leopard, I planned to observe Jiandisi first. However, Xiaotang, you are a first-class talisman swordsman, epee swordsman and Jiandishi, so you are hiding it."
Tang Zhao quickly declined his thanks. How could he compare with Zhang Rong in terms of hiding something?
Zhang Rong continued: "Since you are a Talisman Sword Master, have you learned the means of moving the Talisman Array from the Sky Demon Cave?"
Tang Zhao said: "I have some experience...ah, could it be that you..."
Zhang Rong nodded and said: "When I was compiling the book, I read the collection, and there was a method of moving the devil's cave. However, I don't understand the talisman, and I don't understand its meaning. I can still memorize the words. If you want to learn,
I can recite it to you word for word, but I don’t know you..."
Tang Zhao said excitedly: "Of course, sir, please teach me!"
Although he has some plans, learning one more method is one more insurance, which is so precious at this time!