In the Xuan Pavilion, Shao Pingbo held the details sent by Heishuitai, the intelligence organization of Jin State, and couldn't help but murmur and sigh.
He received the news a few days ago and immediately requested a detailed investigation.
The real detailed inside story and specific process were difficult to obtain for a while, but some of the information obtained now was enough for him to make a certain judgment.
He felt melancholy in his heart. He thought about what Niu Youdao was back then. Compared with him, he was so different. A wrong look in his eyes would scare Niu Youdao and make him run for his life. But now, he has been standing still after being beaten down, and
Niu Youdao has become the elder of Zijindong and still controls huge power in his hands.
A flash of regret briefly flashed through his heart. If he had known that Yue Pavilion was going to establish a country, he might as well have voted for Xiao Yue Pavilion, then his current status would naturally be different.
This trace of regret was quickly suppressed by him. If he really wanted to vote for Xiaoyue Pavilion, Niu Youdao would definitely try his best to kill him later. If he threatened to cooperate with Xiaoyue Pavilion to raise an army, Xiaoyue Pavilion didn't know it yet.
It would be too dangerous to do something ridiculous to him, so it would be safer to seek refuge with Jin.
"It's even harder to touch him now." Shao Pingbo turned around and sighed to Shao Sansheng beside him.
Shao Sansheng hesitated for a moment and reminded: "First Master, why not let people spread rumors that Niu Youdao wants to be the head of Zijin Cave!"
Shao Pingbo understood what he meant, but shook his head and said: "It's not the time! Over there in Weiguo, big things are about to happen, and I don't want to attract his attention to me. As soon as the rumor comes out, he will be the first to suspect me, the one in Weiguo."
Things must be kept confidential and cautious. That guy’s methods are weird and unpredictable. I don’t want to attract his attention and cause trouble. He has just arrived in Zijin Cave and has many things to deal with. He has no energy to take care of me for the time being. Before the matter is completed, I
We must keep a low profile and not be in his sight is the best choice. Moreover, at this time, a big event is imminent. If I fight with him again, His Majesty will be unhappy. In His Majesty's eyes, nothing is more important than the annexation of the Wei Kingdom.
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Shao Sansheng nodded, "That's what the eldest son said."
Shao Pingbo lowered his head and looked at the information in his hand, still feeling gloomy. Niu Youdao holds a position in the spiritual world, and also controls a huge worldly force. The former alone is his irreparable weakness...
"Wei Duo!"
Tang Yi and others came out of the meeting hall and saw Wei Duo walking past under the shade of a tree in a corner not far away. Elder Luo Yuangong shouted.
However, Wei Duo didn't seem to hear him. He looked extremely depressed and didn't respond at all. He walked on his own path dejectedly.
Luo Yuangong wanted to shout again, but Su Po raised his hand to stop him, "Forget it, I'm afraid he is very disappointed with Niu Youdao joining Zijin Cave."
As soon as these words came out, everyone had complicated expressions. Even the leader, Tang Yi, had a hint of sadness in his bright eyes.
When they heard the news at first, everyone was surprised. The elders of Zijindong and Niu Youdao jumped up almost in a leap. Zijindong actually gave such treatment to a casual cultivator below, and how Niu Youdao could reach this level in one step.
status?
For Niu Youdao personally, this is certainly a good thing.
But everyone in the Shangqing Sect understands what this means. After Niu Youdao changed his position to Zijindong, his relationship with the Shangqing Sect was completely over. There was no way he could look back. He had become Zijin.
Disciples of the cave.
"I have long seen that that fellow is rebellious and he will die a good death!" Tang Susu cursed angrily.
She herself couldn't explain why. She was obviously no longer a member of the Shangqing Sect, but she was still very angry about Niu Youdao joining Zijindong.
It seemed that all the disciples of the Shangqing Sect were emotionally shocked after hearing the news.
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The Maolu Courtyard has been very busy recently, with people coming and going. Many people came to visit, both familiar and unfamiliar. After hearing the news, all the large and small sects in the prefectures of Yan State sent people here one after another.
congratulate.
Guan Fangyi welcomed the gifts, her face almost frozen with laughter, but she was not tired of it, and she was soft-hearted in accepting the gifts.
Those who came to congratulate brought some congratulatory gifts, which just relieved Guan Fangyi's urgent need.
She finally figured it out. With her status, she was not short of money, but since she had so many people to support and the expenses were high, she still thought the more the better.
Of course, not all the practice sects in the state capital will come, and no one will come to the territories directly controlled by the three major sects.
Although many people came, after counting the gifts, Guan Fangyi was a little dissatisfied. The large and small sects were not very generous, and the total amount was only a few million gold coins. In fact, it was not a lot, but
Compared with what she had spent before, the gap was too big and could not make up for her psychological gap.
It was Wandong Tianfu and Dachan Mountain who took action and gave each one a million gold coins.
Of course, the most generous ones are Niu Youdao's sworn brothers from all over the world. Together, the four families just come up with a round number of ten million!
Despite this, Guan Fangyi still complained a few words. Niu Youdao made 300 million for Sihai in Tiandu Secret Realm. How dare he give out 10 million?
But she also understood to some extent that it was precisely because of the three hundred million that they would give away this ten million. Niu Youdao's status was in place, and the ten million was considered as some feedback. Otherwise, he would not have been so generous. One thousand
Wan is not a small number.
Guan Fangyi's mentality was somewhat contradictory. In the final analysis, she still spent all her family's expenses before feeling distressed...
Another person came, a large number of people who were not guests. Niu Youdao personally greeted them outside the thatched cottage.
Yuan Gang came, a group of monks from Nanshan Temple came, and everyone from Wuliang Mountain headed by Gongsun Bu also came, and they all moved to their homes.
A large group of people came here after a long journey. When they saw Niu Youdao, they all came forward to salute you, "Master Dao!"
"It's been a hard journey all the way." Niu Youdao said politely, turning around and motioning for Guan Fangyi to take him down for resettlement.
Yuan Gang threw the package and Sanhou knife he carried with him to Duan Hu to take away, but he did not leave. He came close to Niu Youdao and whispered: "With so many people coming here and staying in other people's homes for a long time, Zijin Cave can
Do you agree?"
Niu Youdao: "With a little trick, the problem should not be big."
Yuan Gang asked again: "Can they really regard you as one of their own? Will anything happen?"
Niu Youdao: "It's hard to say what happened, but after all, I am the elder of Zijindong. Every sect has its own rules. It is impossible to touch me without any reason. Is there any news from Yanjing?"
The relationship with Gao Jiancheng is absolutely confidential. The contact with Gao Jiancheng has not passed through the hands of anyone else but Yuan Gang.
Yuan Gang: "There is no news yet. I'm afraid this kind of thing will be difficult to handle. Can anyone do it?"
Niu Youdao: "That old guy is not a vegetarian. We are not as good as him when it comes to the people and things in the court, as well as our understanding of Shang Jianxiong. He knows the plans in the court, and now he has great power. This matter should be
It's hard for him. No news is good news, which means he is working. He will give an answer when he is sure."
Yuan Gang nodded thoughtfully, and then added: "Over at the Thatched Cottage, I have arranged for the local garrison to be stationed inside. There should be no problems with the tombs outside the villa."
Mentioning the grave, Niu Youdao raised his head and looked at the sky. People can move around according to the situation, but it is not easy to move the grave. In the end, she was left alone.
I don’t know what he was thinking. After a while, he turned around and said, “We’ll talk about it later. Let’s settle down first.”
Yuan Gang nodded and turned around.
Niu Youdao also slowly turned around and looked back at his back. He couldn't help but sigh. Some things were just as he expected. It was learned that Yuan Gang had been paying attention to Feng Guan'er's situation through Wuliang Mountain's eyes and ears.
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"This way, and that way..." Yuan Fang, who took off his hat to reveal his bald head and put on his monk's robe, was leading a group of monks and pointing outside the courtyard.
Yuanfang was a little excited. She never thought that one day she would be able to live in a place like Zijin Cave.
Not knowing what he was doing, Niu Youdao walked over and asked, "Old Xiong, what are you doing?"
"Master Tao!" Yuan Fang turned around, with a smile on his face. He swung his long-sleeved robe and ran over. He nodded and bowed and said: "Master Tao, of course it is an old rule to open up these flat pieces of land.
It’s planted. What Mr. Yuan said still makes sense. We have to control Mr. Tao’s diet ourselves, otherwise there will be too much room for manipulation and it’s hard to guard against it.”
It turned out that they were in an enclosure! Niu Youdao smiled and found that these monks had really been led astray by Yuan Gang and had developed the habit of eating whatever kind of food they wanted wherever they went.
He was actually quite happy to see this group of monks. He could hear the morning bells and evening drums ringing again. Listening to them every day could dispel restlessness and calm the mind. It seemed to be beneficial to cultivation, and it would also make the atmosphere around him different.
As long as the morning bells and evening drums are still ringing, it heralds peace.
He raised his hand and patted Yuanfang's shoulder, "I haven't tasted your craftsmanship for a long time, but I miss you a little."
Yuan Fang immediately patted his chest and said, "Just tell me what you want to eat, Master Dao, and I'll get it for you right away."
Niu Youdao: "Whatever, let's talk about it after dinner."
"Okay! Let's make what Taoist likes to eat." Yuanfang promised, and then asked: "Master Tao, look where is the best place to put the wine making place. Is it okay to open a cave in that mountain?" He waved his finger.
A mountain not far away.
Niu Youdao: "Forget about making wine."
"Ah! Forget it?" Yuanfang's eyes widened.
Niu Youdao: "Someone will do it for you! If you don't work, you will get paid. What a good thing, it will save you trouble."
"No, Master Dao, we can do this ourselves, we don't need anyone else to do it for us." Yuan Fang was a little anxious.
At this moment, Wen Mo'er swooped over and reported: "Master Tao, the master has returned from Piaomiao Pavilion, and Mr. Yucang from Xiaoyue Pavilion is also here. Mr. Yucang is here."
"Old Xiong, the person who helps you is here." Niu Youdao turned around and teased before leaving.
"Master Dao, Master Dao..." Yuanfang shouted in vain, failing to get Niu Youdao to turn around. In the end, he touched his bald head and stamped his feet. He wanted to cover something up and hold on.
But Niu Youdao has the final say here. Whatever Niu Youdao says is what he says. It is not his turn to make the decision.