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 window. 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 book as a warning, felt a little relieved, and said: "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 recognition, 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 the Yunzhou style, and it is the same style as the houses outside. Tang Zhao believed his guess more and more:
This house is part of Zhang Rong's Sword Elephant Tower.
But it shouldn't be. If the sword elephant wants to manifest, it must be at the level of a swordsman. Zhang Rong has just become a swordsman not long ago. 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. 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 eliminate demons. He is the most trustworthy."
Zhang Rong sighed and said: "Zhang is a criminal who has committed great treason. When meeting 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. It has always been such a dangerous thing. We are the only ones in the District Prosecution Department who are afraid of implicating the common people, and no ordinary people are worried about implicating us."
Zhang Rong said in surprise: "Really? You really can't tell a person's face. If the Yunzhou District Prosecution Department is upright, then I will be more confident."
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 telling 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 admired: "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 it. The last sight the neighbors in my hometown saw was devastation. At that time, I thought, if I could know the weather, understand the number of 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. I made a calculation the day before yesterday and found that a demon cave was about to come to Zhaocheng, so I hurried to Zhaocheng and made calculations locally for many days, and finally got a result. I did my best to do my best."
Tang Zhao suddenly realized, 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 gain time for calculations.
Mai Shiyu nodded. Nowadays, devil's 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 learning the art of Tianyan for a year..."
Zhang Rong explained: "Deputy envoy, please don't think that I am not proficient in the short time I have studied. I am confident in this calculation. Before Wan Sheng, I had calculated twice, once in Youzhou and once in Qingzhou. The time and place are very different. There was no mistake. It was just that the local inspection department was not accepting 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 delayed his mastery of the sword and became 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 it is naturally 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 for a while?”
This is of course a test, and 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 leave and actively participates, that would be questionable.
Zhang Rong smiled and said: "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 am 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 our plans. Do you want me to take them away?"
Mai Shiyu asked curiously: "Do you have any clever ideas, sir? Those two people may not be willing 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?" After that, they met formally and bowed.
He was also curious. It had only been more than a month since Zhang Rong became a swordsman. What kind of swordsmanship could he develop? You can't be a genius in this aspect, right?
You have to be a little restrained when it comes to favoritism in heaven!
If it can really be developed... Anyway, let me touch it and see!
Mai Shiyu was surprised, but her suspicion was reduced a bit. Tang Zhao had a good relationship with this acquaintance, so she could still trust 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 to others, but also took charge of solving the affairs of the Qingtian eunuch. Mai Shiyu decided to try his skills first. If things don't work out, Tang Zhao can still 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..." Immediately afterwards, 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 can’t be that accurate.
Confirming that this person always spoke so modestly, Mai Shiyu silently reassured himself and said: "In that case, Qingtian Temple asks Mr. Zhang to worry about 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 launch only one day in advance, it could catch people off guard and make them 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, and both parties were very restrained. Mai Shiyu did not mention the specific arrangements of the Land Prosecution Department, and Zhang Rong did not introduce his identity. The two of them were just chatting casually, nothing more than the scenery of Yantai and Yunzhou.
After chatting for a while, Mai Shiyu stood up to leave, and Zhang Rong said, "Tang Xiaoyou, will you 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 a student.
Zhang Rong showed a rare smile and praised Tang Zhao for becoming more energetic and seemed to have made progress. He also asked about Zizaigang’s cultivation. Tang Zhao couldn't help being shocked, saying that he had let down Zhang Rong's kindness by not having time to practice.
The topic turned to Jianzhou again, and Tang Zhao talked about the story of Jianzhou while drinking tea. Except for things that are inconvenient for outsiders to tell about the details of glasses, Zhu Yang, and Kunjian, the general process is not concealed and is as thrilling as a storyteller.
Zhang Rong praised him repeatedly 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: "Good layout, good 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, "They think they can do it again? But it's just wishful thinking."
Tang Zhao asked, "Sir, you also know where they came from?" He understood in a flash, and said with a smile, "I have forgotten that, 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. A man with lofty ideals. They are not allowed to act in reverse."
Tang Zhao's heart moved, and he 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 give advice all the way to Youzhou, Qingzhou and finally Yunzhou, which seemed to mean that the phoenix was living 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 and fly around looking for a resting place. The center is really in ruins, and all the princes in the world are in ruins." Most of them are people who rely on themselves to be tyrannical and short-sighted. I am getting more and more disappointed along the way. If even the famous Marquis Gao Yuan fails, I will have no choice but to be a tortoise dragging its tail in the mud."
Tang Zhao said: "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 Ming Zhu is like?
Zhang Rong said: "Looking at the leopard, I plan to observe the Jiandi Si first. However, Xiaotang, you are a first-class fu swordsman, heavy swordsman and Jiandi Si, 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: "I saw the collection when I was compiling the book, and there is a method of moving the devil's cave. But I don't understand the symbols and don't understand their 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!
"Brother Shen!"
"Um!"
When Shen Changqing walks on the road, whenever he meets someone he knows, he will say hello or nod to each other.
But no matter who it is.
There was no unnecessary expression on everyone's face, as if they were indifferent to everything.
To this.
Shen Changqing has become accustomed to it.
Because this is the Demon Suppression Division, an organization that maintains the stability of the Qin Dynasty. Its main responsibility is to kill monsters and monsters. Of course, there are also some other side jobs.
It can be said.
Everyone in the Demon Suppression Division has a lot of blood on their hands.
When a person is used to seeing life and death, he will become indifferent to many things.
When he first came to this world, Shen Changqing was a little uncomfortable, but he got used to it over time.
The Demon-Suppressing Division is huge.
Those who can stay in the Demon Suppressing Division are all powerful masters, or those who have the potential to become masters.
Shen Changqing belongs to the latter.
Among them, the Demon Suppressor Division is divided into two professions, one is the Guardian Envoy and the other is the Demon Slayer.
Anyone who enters the Demon Suppression Department starts from the lowest level as a demon slayer.
Then he will be promoted step by step, and he is expected to eventually become a guardian envoy.
Shen Changqing's predecessor was a trainee demon slayer in the Demon Suppression Division, and he was also the lowest level among the demon slayers.
Possessing the memory of a previous life.
He is also very familiar with the environment of the Demon Suppression Division.
It didn't take long for Shen Changqing to stop in front of a loft.
Unlike other places in the Demon Suppressing Division that were full of chills, the attic here seemed to stand out from the crowd, showing a different kind of tranquility in the bloody Demon Suppressing Division.
At this time, the attic door was open, and occasionally people came in and out.
Shen Changqing only hesitated for a moment before stepping in.
Enter the attic.
The environment changes in vain.
The fragrance of ink mixed with the faint smell of blood hit his face, making him frown instinctively, but then relaxed it quickly.
There is almost no way to cleanse away the smell of blood on everyone in the Demon-Suppressing Division.
