Although the Queen Mother was a little confused about Jiang Erlang coming so late to win his half-son's portrait, she could still "understand" it when Ying Huo Shouxin was involved.
It seems... Erlang is indeed very loyal to Da Qin.
As for the portrait of Ying Banzi...
It's not something shameful.
After the founding of the Qin Dynasty, each generation of emperors had a picture scroll. When they ascended the throne and celebrated their birthdays, they would draw one every one or two years.
The Queen Mother didn't think much and said directly: "Okay, according to my wishes, bring over two portraits of our ancestor Qin Wu when he was young."
"yes!"
A palace maid immediately took the order and left.
The Queen Mother looked at Jiang Erlang and said again: "I heard that Erlang's father has been released from the prison of the Ministry of Punishment, but you still live in the Palace of the Great Zhou Dynasty after you returned to Beijing. Why didn't you go visit him?"
Jiang Erlang was stunned for a moment. He had actually forgotten this matter a long time ago.
His original intention was just to "try his best" to save people.
He really didn't think much about visiting or anything, after all, he still had to call him daddy.
However, since the Queen Mother brought it up, he still replied: "Although my father has been released, I can't see him now."
"Oh? Why is this?" The Queen Mother was a little surprised: "Erlang now has a title, and your father's affairs have also been found out. He was indeed wronged. I am also going to give some favors to your father so that he can
He can serve Da Qin better, why did Erlang say we can't meet each other now?"
Jiang Erlang replied: "Erlang must be grateful for the kindness the Queen Mother showed to Erlang. However, although my father was wronged, he still did something wrong after all. If I go to see him now, I will definitely be discussed by the courtiers.
It is said that Chen’s father was released because of the grace of the Queen Mother.
Therefore, I hope that my father can do some practical things for the Qin Dynasty. When that time comes, if I meet him again, the civil and military officials of the entire court will have nothing to say!"
The Queen Mother obviously did not expect that Jiang Erlang in front of her would have such "delicate" thoughts. She opened her mouth for a moment, but she didn't know what to say.
At this moment, two scrolls were brought in.
At this time, the Queen Mother put away the topic of Erlang's father and turned to the paintings of Ying's son: "Erlang, these two pictures are the portraits of our ancestor Qin Wu when he was young."
"Well, I have a lot of blood on my hands. I would like to ask the maids to unfold them for you." Jiang Erlang did not move forward immediately, but stood still.
"Okay." When the Queen Mother heard this, she was even more surprised by Jiang Erlang's "delicacy", and unknowingly, she also liked him more and more.
…
Two palace maids unfolded the two scrolls.
Jiang Erlang took a closer look.
In an instant, his eyes suddenly widened.
Because these two pictures of Ying Banzi when he was young made him feel more familiar.
He shouted in his heart... I must have seen this person! But why can't I remember it? This feeling is so strange.
The young man on the scroll has an elegant demeanor and exquisite facial features.
Jiang Erlang was certain that there was no such 'friend' in his life, but the young man's temperament made him feel very familiar.
What is the problem?
Just thinking about it...
The Queen Mother's voice came over again: "What is Erlang's guess?"
"This..." Jiang Erlang hesitated for a moment, then said: "I do have a bold guess, but I haven't found the answer yet in these two scrolls."
"Oh? What answer is Erlang looking for?" The Queen Mother became more and more confused.
"The answer I'm looking for is... a way for Emperor Qin Wu to stay in the world and fight against Yinghuo Shouxin."
"What's the way to fight against Yinghuo Shouxin?" The Queen Mother thought for a moment: "But isn't this method already available? Is it to reunite hundreds of families under Jixia?"
"Yes, this is indeed a good idea, but it has been some time since hundreds of families gathered in Jixia..." Jiang Erlang did not say the next words.
The Queen Mother naturally understood the meaning of Jiang Erlang's words.
Hundreds of schools of thought have indeed been gathered in Jixia for some time, but apart from Buddhist debate, there is not much that stands out.
Of course, in a sense... it can be considered effective.
For example: if Buddhism had not participated in the debate, the siege of Xijing would not have been resolved. From this point of view, the gathering of hundreds of schools of thought in Jixia was indeed effective.
But Baijia is not ‘Buddhism’!
What if the purpose of hundreds of schools gathering in Jixia is to get Buddhism to take action? This logic is really unreasonable.
After thinking for a while, the Queen Mother asked again: "Erlang thinks that there are some special reasons why hundreds of families gathered in Jixia, and there may be answers in the scrolls of our ancestor Qin Wu."
"The Queen Mother is unparalleled in wisdom, and I admire her greatly!" Jiang Erlang glanced at the Queen Mother. Her reading comprehension ability can indeed be regarded as a perfect score.
"Haha." The Queen Mother smiled: "Erlang is truly unparalleled in wisdom. He actually thought of finding the answer in the scrolls of his ancestor Qin Wu. This shows that Erlang is indeed serious about Yinghuo Shouxin."
"It's a pity that I haven't been able to find the answer yet." Jiang Erlang sighed.
"Erlang, don't be discouraged. Just look for it slowly. If you find any new clues, just come back to me." The Queen Mother smiled and nodded towards Erlang Jiang.
Jiang Erlang understood the hidden meaning of the Queen Mother's words and immediately said respectfully: "Yes, I will definitely find out the answer. It is getting late today, so I will not disturb the Queen Mother's rest."
"Well, Erlang is going to have a rest early." The Queen Mother nodded.
Jiang Erlang was about to leave.
But at this moment, there was a sudden thunder.
Then, a turquoise light lit up outside the palace, dyeing the entire Ganquan Palace with a layer of green gauze.
The Queen Mother's body that had already stood up stopped, her eyes slightly opened, and she looked out the door: "What happened outside?"
"Da da da!"
Immediately, a guard walked in from the door: "Queen Mother, I don't know what happened outside, but judging from the direction of the light, it seems to be the location of Jixia Academy."
Jixia Academy?!
The Queen Mother was stunned for a moment. There were hundreds of families gathered in Jixia Academy now, and there was a master watching over them. What could happen?
Jiang Erlang was also a little confused.
Green light lights up from Jixia Academy, what's going on?
Is there a monster out?
impossible!
Now the monsters in the Western Region have retreated, and there are no monsters in this world that will light up green when they appear.
The treasure is born, it’s not bad!
etc!
treasure?!
Jiang Erlang suddenly thought of something... green light! Treasure? Could it be... the last bronze man in Luojian Lake?!
This seems to be the only reason that makes sense.
He still remembers...
When the large stone statues and bronze figures in Huai'an County were born, they caused a "blood massacre".
In a sense, blood slaughter is a kind of "regional creature", because a certain kind of special creatures gather together to cause the phenomenon of blood slaughter.
But the Bronze Man in Luojian Lake should have another 'protection method'.
It is impossible for all bronze men to protect themselves in the same way, otherwise, when the bloody massacre in Huai'an County occurs, it will not cause so much trouble.
Thinking of this, Jiang Erlang made a decisive decision: "Empress Dowager, I am now the deputy head of the Night Investigation Department. Now there is something strange in Jixia Academy. I should go and check it out immediately!"
"Yes." The Queen Mother naturally would not object: "Thank you for your hard work, Erlang."
"I resign!"
Jiang Erlang withdrew from Ganquan Palace.
Then, he sent the signal directly.
Summon the night watchmen from the Night Investigation Department and gather them immediately. The location is Jixia Academy.
After all, when it comes to 'investigation', the identity of the Night Detective Division is the most suitable.
Moreover, he had unintentionally received the Empress Dowager's permission just now. In this way, even the Master could not stop him from going.
…
The Palace of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
Ji Ruxue, who was sitting in the pavilion, looked fiercely in the direction of Jixia Academy.
There, green light rose into the sky, illuminating the originally dark sky.
Although this kind of movement was not as good as the strange appearance when Yinghuo Shouxin arrived, Ji Ruxue's eyes shone brightly.
"He actually showed up?!"
The corners of her mouth raised slightly, and then she looked at Heizi and Baizi and said, "I didn't expect that they would appear at this time. Heizi and Baizi, let's go."
Kuroko and Baizi nodded immediately.
…
Jiangfu.
Jiang Yuer naturally also received the message.
He walked out of the mansion, got on the carriage, and headed towards Jixia Academy.
…
In the palace.
Luo Yu also put on clothes and sneaked out of the palace.
…
As for Jiang Chaoge.
He is currently drinking tea and chatting with Wu Lingzi.
And beside him is Lina, the princess of the Southern Territory.
In the past few days, he took Lina back to Xianyang, the capital, and arranged for Lina to stay at the Daomen's residence in Jixia.
At this time, Lina was already somewhat familiar with Wu Lingzi and others. At the same time, she also became very interested in Jixia's debate and has been listening to it for several days.
"It's the direction of Luojian Lake!" Lina said.
"Well, it's true." Wu Lingzi also nodded, and then looked at Jiang Chaoge: "Brother, should we go and take a look?"
After Jiang Chaoge thought for a while, he replied: "Little sister, please take Princess Lina first. I will come back later."
"Okay." Wu Lingzi glanced at Jiang Chaoge and didn't ask any more questions. She was still very 'virtuous' and never inquired too much into Jiang Chaoge's personal affairs.
However, Lina didn't quite understand the rules: "You asked Director Wu and I to go first because you want to prepare something you don't want us to know?"
Jiang Chaoge: "..."
When Wu Lingzi saw that Jiang Chaoge didn't reply, he immediately took Lina's hand and said, "Brother, of course, has something to do. Let's go first. I think other senior brothers should also go there."
"Okay." Lina was pulled out by Wu Lingzi, and she turned around and snorted at Jiang Chaoge.
Jiang Chaoge didn't pay attention either.
Last time, because of his master, he didn't really dive into the bottom of Luojian Lake.
Now since it is possible that the Bronze Man will be born!
Of course he had to 'avoid' everyone to see if there was any chance of grabbing the last bronze man.
After all, he now has three bronze figures.
If you get one more, it will be four!
…
Jixia Academy.
Buddhist residence.
Puxian suddenly opened his eyes: "He's born!"
As soon as it started, Baozhi walked in with Kong Xiang.
"I have seen the Bodhisattva. The green light appeared from Luojian Lake. I doubt..."
"No need to doubt, I have already felt the breath! It should be the last bronze statue!" After Pu Xian finished speaking, he looked at Kong Xiang: "Kong Xiang."
"Here." Kong Xiang took a step forward.
"We already failed once when we were in Huai'an County. This time we must get the last bronze statue, even if all the people from hundreds of families are here, can you understand?"
"Understood." Kong Xiang replied immediately.
"Okay, let's go."
"yes!"
The group of people went out and headed towards Luojian Lake.
…
And at the same time.
In the Mo family's residence, Mo Jian was also explaining to Mo Su.
"Although our Mo family has obtained one bronze figure, there are twelve bronze figures in total. If we can get another bronze figure, we will have the ability to 'negotiate' in the future. Mo Su, you are the most handsome genius among the younger generation of our Mo family.
, our Mo family must not miss again this time."
"Yes, I will do my best," Mo Su replied immediately.
"However, we still have to pay attention to safety." Mo Jian explained again: "This time we are in Jixia Academy after all. Now not only other scholars from hundreds of schools are here, but also Buddhists are here, so we still have to be careful!
"
"clear."
…
In an instant, Jixia Academy became lively.
Representatives and disciples of various schools of thought rushed towards Luojian Lake.
Jiang Chaoge naturally went out after waiting for Wu Lingzi and Lina to leave.
However, his first focus was not on Luojian Lake, but on Confucius.
He did not go to the top of Shushan, because Master would only be there when he was debating the law. At other times, he would basically stay in his thatched hut.
Jiang Chaoge decided to meet his master first.
Therefore, he went straight towards the master's thatched cottage.
After using the ability of the Sun Patrol Envoy, he arrived in front of the thatched cottage in less than a quarter of an hour.
At this time, in front of the thatched cottage...
There was silence.
"Are the great scholars not here?"
Jiang Chaoge was a little surprised, because according to his guess, something strange happened in Luojian Lake, so Fang Xiaojing and others should come to see the Master as soon as possible?
Just as I was thinking about it, the master's voice sounded from the thatched cottage.
"Fang Xiaojing and others just left. I guessed that you would come, so I'm waiting for you here."
"So that's it." Jiang Chaoge said with relief: "I came here to ask Master, what is the strange appearance of Luojian Lake now, is it the strange appearance of the birth of the last bronze figure?"
"That's right." The Master replied.
"You mean...the time has come?" Jiang Chaoge asked again.
The master did not directly answer Jiang Chaoge's question, but said: "This time is not very good, and Jixia is not under my control now. If possible, I don't want the bronze man to come out now."
What this means is...Master really doesn’t know the time when the bronze man appears?
Jiang Chaoge nodded and said again: "I met the Witch God in the Southern Territory. The Lina I brought here is the person in charge of the Bronze Man. But I don't know who is in the hands of the other Bronze Man. Master, is there any news?"