"Cao Baihu, we're done. You and I can drink happily."
Feng Bao was very happy when the big fish caught the net.
Emperor Mingzong valued the saint so much that as long as she was still alive, he would definitely send someone to rescue her. This was a good opportunity to catch them all in one fell swoop.
Cao Jin enjoyed his leisurely life.
Now the tables and chairs were placed again, and all the chefs and staff of Tianxiang Pavilion returned to their seats and began to prepare a banquet for the two adults.
"Tianxiang Pavilion is an imperial palace. It usually entertains dignitaries and relatives of the emperor. We two are not qualified to sit there, but we have official business, so it doesn't matter if we come."
Feng Bao smiled modestly.
This is something to be admired.
Cao Jinxing secretly laughed in his heart, but of course he was sensible on the surface, and said: "My father-in-law is too modest. You are the adopted son of Mr. Lu, and you are also in charge of the punishment department. Even the most noble restaurant should be a guest. On the contrary, you are a subordinate. Your official position is low, and it is all because of my father-in-law's respect.
, so that you can have a good meal today."
Feng Bao slapped his thigh.
Listen!
This can talk!
The most boring thing in the world is playing the harp to an ox. Cao Jinxing can hear the music and understand the elegant meaning, which shows his talent.
He really wants to promote him to the Criminal Division!
How much trouble can be saved by having such a deputy!
"Come, come, drink! Thirty-year-old Huadiao can't drink it normally."
Feng Bao raised his glass.
Cao Jinxing also raised his glass and drank it all in one gulp.
"Cao Baihu first helped me protect the lady today, and then helped me capture the saint of Mingzong. It's a great achievement! If you were to be normal, you could also be promoted to Deputy Qianhu, but the time you were promoted to Baihu was too short, and as soon as you were promoted
I beat the former Shangguan..."
Feng Bao shook his head and laughed.
Cao Jinxing was helpless: "My father-in-law's message is really good."
Feng Bao said with a smile: "Don't mind Cao Baihu, I didn't mean to choke you. Although we have known each other for a short time, we hit it off right away. You are not a person who is ruthless for no reason. I'm afraid that others will not think so. At this time, I will be promoted to Deputy Qian.
As a householder, it is inevitable that people will be suspicious of you. It is easy to hide from open guns but hard to guard against hidden arrows. It is better to hide your strength and bide your time for the time being."
Cao Jinxing clasped his fists: "Thank you very much, sir, for the warning."
Feng Baodao: "Cao Baihu is a sensible person, but those who are capable work harder, and those who work harder will get more. Dongchang will not treat meritorious people badly. I think my adoptive father will reward you with some treasures. What do you want?
You can just say it and I will forward it to you!"
Cao Jinxing noticed that he said "I".
The word "Za" used by the eunuchs in the Ming Dynasty when they called themselves "our family" was taken from the military terminology of western Shanxi. It was used to refer to our troops and horses. It has obvious military characteristics and represents the masculinity of man.
Some eunuchs would like to call themselves our family from time to time to emphasize what they have lost, but Feng Bao is obviously not one of them.
Cao Jinxing didn't see a trace of the eunuch's femininity and meanness in him.
The eunuchs during the Jiajing period were not as arrogant and domineering as those in the late Ming Dynasty - even with such a shrewd and sharp master, they could not become arrogant.
When he read the history of the Ming Dynasty, Cao Jinxing had a fair impression of them. Now that he looks at them, they are really good.
I don’t know if it’s because of the game world and the introduction of martial arts that make them more confident in their speech.
"reward……"
Cao Jinxing really didn't want anything in particular. Just as he was thinking about it, he suddenly felt something in his heart. The energy in his body was churning, and he was about to break through!
"Why don't you ask for some Fuling Pills? You are now at your peak the day after tomorrow, so you just need this kind of magical pill..."
Before Feng Bao finished speaking, he noticed that Cao Jinxing was motionless while holding the wine glass.
Just as he was about to ask, he felt a powerful aura emanating from him, covering the entire Tianxiang Pavilion, cold and gloomy!
Feng Bao was shocked.
Is this...a breakthrough?
This kind of place? This kind of time?!
Others who break through are not careful and practice in seclusion. This Cao Baihu is just eating his meal when he suddenly starts to attack the innate realm!
Doesn't he know how dangerous this is?
And this internal strength...
Surprise and doubt flashed in Feng Bao's eyes.
I do not know how long it has been.
The coldness that enveloped the whole hall dissipated.
Cao Jinxing blinked and drank the "chilled" wine in his hand.
Innate realm!
The five senses are greatly enhanced!
The energy reserves in Dantian increased fivefold!
"feel good……"
Cao Jinxing smiled, everything fell into place, his body felt light, full of energy, and very comfortable.
The way of martial arts can only be considered truly accessible when you reach the innate realm.
"Congratulations to Cao Baihu."
Feng Bao's eyes were complicated, envious and shocked at the same time: "You have opened our eyes today! You can advance to the innate level while drinking, talking and laughing, which is unprecedented! No need for any spiritual pills..."
"My father-in-law is too flattering."
Cao Jinxing suddenly thought of something: "However, I do have something I want."
"Oh? What is it?"
Feng Bao became interested.
"I want some antidote pills. To be honest with my father-in-law, the biggest threat in the last mission was poison. I cherish my life very much. If I can avoid it, it would be the best."
"Hahaha!"
Feng Bao laughed and breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. This man is neither humble nor arrogant, he is arrogant and does not rely on favors. He really appeals to him: "I thought it was some kind of problem that stumped Cao Baihu. It can be said that the antidote is the most difficult one."
Que! Come, have a drink, and congratulate you on your promotion to Xiantian!"
He did it first out of respect.
Cao Jinxing then raised his glass.
The two were chatting when suddenly a eunuch from the Criminal Division strode in and came to Feng Bao's side. He glanced at Cao Jinxing with a hesitant expression.
Feng Bao waved his hand: "Cao Baihu is not an outsider, and he will speak out if he has anything to say. Did Mingzong's group take action?"
"yes."
The eunuch of the Tixing Department respectfully replied: "According to the arrangements made by Master Qianhu, there were indeed Mingzong rebels who robbed and killed him on the way. They tried to rescue him, but they are now surrounded."
"good!"
Feng Bao made a long cry and stood up, his eyes full of excitement of having achieved great success: "Since these thieves are seeking death, our family will help them! Cao Baihu, please guard Tianxiang Pavilion, we
Let’s go and deal with these rebellious gang!”
"I wish the stallion success."
Cao Jinxing stood up and clasped his fists.
Feng Baohuo left in a hurry.
Cao Jinxing sat back in his seat, looked at the wine glass, and smiled slightly: "I'm afraid it won't go well... If Emperor Mingzong dares to send the saint in, there is probably a backup plan, but it has nothing to do with me. Well, the food and wine are good..."
In the huge lobby of Tianxiang Pavilion, Cao Jinxing was the only one left drinking alone, but he was not at all restrained and was relaxed and content.
The waiters around looked at each other.
They have received many high-ranking officials, but in Huangzhuang Tianxiang Pavilion, it is really rare to have such magnanimity, not to mention that he is only a sixth-grade official.
Not simple.
Cao Jinxing looked at their facial expressions and remembered a few sentences he had read:
——There is nothing in the world, and it is only for people to disturb themselves. If you have a big heart and the world is broad, you will set your mind to reach the top.
"What is my Ling Yunzhi?"
Cao Jinxing asked himself, and smiled casually: "Of course I will level up and reach the top, and then I will be invincible."
…
Feng Bao stayed there for three hours and didn't return until early in the morning, with a mixed look on his face.
Cao Jinxing smiled and said: "To be able to make my father-in-law look like this, I should have caught a lot of big fish in the net. It's a pity that I let a few of them run away, so I didn't achieve the full success. Is that right?"
"Cao Baihu is very smart and our family admires him."
Feng Bao walked to the table and sat down, sighed, and said: "Although the saint is a symbol of Mingzong, she is not indispensable. In recent years, there have been frequent changes. I thought that having a Dharma king to protect me was considered important. Unexpectedly, far away,
I underestimated her."
"oh?"
"This holy lady is actually protected by the Envoy of Light, two Dharma Kings, and three Envoys of the Flag. Everyone sacrifices their lives for injuries just to save her! Such a standard is comparable to that of the leader. I really don't know her.
What’s so special about it that it deserves so much effort?”
"..."
Cao Jinxing was also a little surprised: "I really can't tell. She ran away?"
"Um……"
Feng Bao was a little helpless: "Guangming Left Envoy has reached the peak of Tongyou's combat power. If I hadn't invited two senior brothers to help in advance, I'm afraid even I would be involved...
However, it was even worse for these people! Three of the flag bearers, one Dharma King were killed directly, and the Guangming Left Envoy was captured. Only Feng Wang used his superb lightness skills to lead the woman away. He was also seriously injured and could not use force for at least three years.
In order to save the saint, Ming Zong's senior officials suffered heavy casualties. This battle can be said to be a great victory! It's just that this saint is a little weird. Ming Zong attaches so much importance to her, so her escape makes this victory a bit eclipsed."
"I guess he is a descendant of the Ming Sect Master."
Cao Jinxing advised him: "My father-in-law, don't worry too much. Her brain is not good, and her layout is full of flaws. At this level, even if she escapes, it will be useless."
"..."
Feng Bao had a strange look on his face and almost laughed out loud. This Cao Baihu was a wonderful person.
"Too."
Feng Baodao: "Originally I wanted to advise you to be careful of Mingzong's revenge, but you have already entered the innate world. Come to think of it, the saint can no longer do anything to you."
Cao Jinxing smiled disdainfully, raised his head and drank the wine, saying, "I'll let them both!"
"Hahaha!"
Feng Bao couldn't help stroking his hands and laughing: "Cao Baihu is really a wonderful man, come on, keep drinking!"