The carriages and horses were rattling, and Zhao Ling and his party were walking on the Xingluo Plain. Compared with when they set out, it was quite miserable, with 70% of the people already dead.
Wu Gen was riding on his horse, holding the sleepy Chu Ji in his arms. Children are eventually impatient of long-distance marches, and will inevitably feel a little trapped after days of trekking.
Three days ago, Wu Gen and others had left the Wentian Sect ruins and were preparing to cross the Xingluo Plain and go to Guanxi City.
Fortunately, Chu Ji could see those evil spirits and did not encounter any danger when he went down the mountain. But when they were preparing to go down the mountain, they counted the number of people and found that one person was missing. It was the middle-aged man who was good at wielding two swords.
After searching for a long time, he was found dead in a stone room with an ancient sword in his hand. It is estimated that this person hid it here when he was searching the mountain. He tried to retrieve it secretly, but was attacked by evil spirits and his soul was extinguished.
Logically speaking, this has something to do with Yun Ming, who made him kill two flying swords. Looking at his body, everyone could only lament the old saying that people die for wealth and birds die for food.
When they arrived at the bridge, with the experience they had gained, everyone either threw objects containing spiritual energy into the lake, or cast spells to attract the monsters, and narrowly passed the stone bridge.
When they arrived at the entrance of the cave, a group of people swarmed out, eager to leave this ghost place as soon as possible. The place is lifeless, monsters are rampant, and it is no longer human. Before coming out, Wu Gen took off the token to prevent these monsters from escaping and harming the world.
The entrance cave slowly disappeared, and Wentian Sect, which had disappeared from the world for many years, disappeared again, and finally became another speck of dust in the long river of time.
Seeing this scene, everyone was also sighing. Such a glorious sect could not withstand the changes in the world. On this huge starfall plain, many secrets were buried in the fields of Songhaicang.
After leaving Wentian Sect, everyone rested on the spot. However, Zhao Ling and his group and Yun Ming's group stayed far away and were wary of each other. Only Wu Gen finally relaxed and fell asleep to recover from his tiredness.
Sleeping until midnight, he was woken up by a crow. After understanding, he used urine to escape outside. With the crow leading the way, he saw Yun Ming waiting alone.
Wu Gen yawned, "Leader Yun Da, why are you calling me over so late at night? Wrinkles will appear if you don't sleep well."
Yun Ming looked at Wu Gen, who was looking tired, and smiled softly, "Brother Wu is really forgiving. I'm afraid not many people will sleep well tonight, but you slept in a dark sleep."
Wu Gen sat down on the ground, "It's you and Zhao Ling who can't sleep. I don't have anything, and I don't have to worry about others coveting it, so I feel at ease. Tell me, what's the matter? I have to go back to bed. .”
"I think Brother Wu, although he has a tired temperament, has a righteous heart. I wonder if you would like to join our Zhengling Alliance." Seeing Wu Gen shaking his head, Yun Ming waved his hand and said: "There is no need to refuse first, just listen to me.
Brother Wu was born as a soldier with no foundation. By chance, he became a middle-aged man. The road ahead was very difficult.
As for Zhao Ling, although he was of noble birth, did Brother Wu really dare to rely on this woman? This person has big plans, is decisive in doing things, and uses any means at all costs. He is willing to give up anything for what he wants, let alone a brother who is just a middle-aged man.
Who could tell that one day in the future, Brother Wu would be like his companion who died along the way, and Zhao Ling wouldn't even look at him. Are you really safe following someone like this? "
Wu Gen actually admitted this. Zhao Ling, a noble man, could put down his dignity to seduce a middle-aged man. He could even give his own body to someone, so there was nothing he couldn't give up.
Seeing Wu Gen nod, Yun Ming continued: "Although our Zhengling Alliance is still weak, the dissatisfaction of the guards against various countries has been increasing day by day in recent years, and the total number of guards from all over the country is more than the population of one country. Given time, sooner or later one day the Zhengling Alliance will The Spiritual Alliance will be proud of the world.
I think Brother Wu has special powers. If he can join the alliance, he will have a lot of world for him to display, so why should he succumb to a woman's pomegranate skirt. And if you join the alliance, I can give you the position of Incense Master immediately. You only need to obey my orders in the alliance.
Of course, I know that Brother Wu is also a proud and arrogant person who can't even look down on noble people, let alone a small incense owner. But the Zhengling Alliance was just in its infancy, and when it grew in size, it would be unmatched by a noble person. "
Looking at Yun Ming's shining eyes in the darkness, Wu Gen sighed, "Wu Gen appreciates the kindness of Alliance Leader Yun, but you also know that Zhao Ling set a hook that I had to bite, just to give Chu Ji one." As a noble person. When her grandfather trusted me so much and handed Chu Ji over to me, he couldn't just wander around with me. It would be better to find a stable place for her in the end."
Yun Ming pondered for a moment, "I'm afraid I won't be able to take off the hook once it's bitten. With Zhao Ling's temperament, I'm afraid he won't give up unless he traps Brother Wu tightly and squeezes out the last drop of oil. It's better to let me stay in Zhao Ling's house." In a big city in the country, it would be best for Chu Ji to find a stable home and live a peaceful life."
It is said that what Yun Ming said is indeed correct. Once entering the palace gate, it is as deep as the sea, and the nobles are also intrigues among themselves. Chu Ji, a little girl who is not familiar with the world, is not yet played in the palm of Zhao Ling's hands. As time goes by, my ears and eyes are wet, and I still don’t know what it will be like in the future.
It's just that you, Yun Ming, have a simple mind. If you are really for the great cause of the garrison, why don't you help those abandoned people in the dark valley who are suffering from the poison of the dark mist and are dying. Moreover, those crow soldiers were transformed into such a shape and became their own thugs, and you didn't show any mercy. In terms of human nature, he is only half as good as Zhao Ling.
Wu Gen smiled softly and said, "Let's take it one step at a time. It's best to let Chu Ji settle down first."
Yun Ming was a little disappointed, but he quickly turned away and said: "It doesn't matter, Brother Wu has his own things in mind, so I won't say too much. However, the Zhengling Alliance will always reserve the position of the incense master for you. If something goes wrong, Or if you don’t have any bonds, you can come back to the alliance.”
He took out a bronze talisman in the shape of a crow's head and said, "This object is a token of the incense master. If Brother Wu is intentional, he can use this object to re-enter the alliance when the time comes. If not, just throw it away."
Speaking of this, Wu Gen could no longer shirk it and reached out to take it. Seeing that Wu Gen did not refuse, Yun Ming was also happy, but started talking about family matters to bring the two of them closer.
From the conversation, Wu Gen learned that these crows in Yunming are a kind of exotic beast. Like the black cats in Zhao Ling's hands, they are naturally sensitive to fog and like to eat exotic beasts that contain fog in their bodies. It is used to detect and fight aliens.
As for the origin of the crow soldiers, Yun Ming kept silent, presumably using some shady means. The two talked for a while, then separated and returned to their respective camps.
On the Xingluo Plain, the horse jolted, and Wu Gen regained his somewhat divergent thoughts. It had been two days since Zhao Ling and Yun Ming parted ways, and the team headed east.
Chu Ji in his arms didn't know what kind of dream he had, and he chuckled. Wu Gen smiled slightly, he finally had someone he needed to take care of. This feeling of being needed was a bit weird, but also a bit sweet.
Zhang Yuan urged his horse to follow him, walking side by side with Wu Gen, "But you don't plan to return to Dingyuan City?"
Wu Gen nodded, "You know the grievances between Qin Third Young Master and me. If you return to Dingyuan City, you will just throw yourself into a trap. It is better to go out and try your best, as there may not be any other opportunities.
It's just that after I left, I asked Chief Zhang to help take care of Mo Xin. There is another thing. There is a guy named Bao Xiang who sells smuggled salt. If it is convenient, please take care of him. "
Zhang Yuan was almost speechless, so Mo Xin let it go. Asking an officer to take care of a smuggling salt dealer was equivalent to asking an official to look after thieves. But the separation was imminent, and I really couldn't say this, so I had to agree against my will.
He looked at the carriage in front of him and said in a low voice: "Be careful with that woman. Don't get too close to her. This kind of person has no sympathy for his subordinates and is utilitarian in his work. He is like a snake with a snake's mouth and a needle with a needle in its tail." . If you stay at her place, you may be sold one day.
If you get the status of a noble person, you can go if you can, and you don't have to be attached to power. Otherwise, since she can give it, she can also take it away, which is equivalent to strangling your life. "
Wu Gen felt warm in his heart. Only brothers in life and death can truly consider you, "Thank you."
Zhang Yuan curled his lips and said, "Thank you, I can't help you much. I'll figure out my own way." After saying that, he got off the horse with his legs folded and turned around to leave.
There were not many waves on the way back. Although there were some dangers from time to time, in the eyes of those who had experienced strong winds and waves, it only added to the fun of the journey.
Zhao Ling remained huddled in the car, focusing on trying to figure out the classics he had brought back.
Xiang Qi actually walked around a lot with Wu Gen. Although there were bumps along the way, the friendship was built up.
After traveling for more than twenty days, there were gradually more and more vegetation ahead, which also meant that the convoy was almost out of Xingluoyuan.
On this day, it was still early in the day, and the motorcade arrived at the foot of a mountain. There was a clear spring in the middle of the boulders. Zhao Ling ordered the team to rest on the spot, take out the wine hidden in the car, and drink it yourself.
Along the way, everyone was tense and relieved when they saw that they were out of danger. Thinking about the companions who died along the way, I couldn't help but feel sad and happy about the rest of my life. As a result, I drank a little too much.
Xiangqi's wine was really not good. He held a wine jar, cried and laughed, and drank when he caught someone. Unexpectedly, this guy who seemed upright on weekdays would be so wild after drinking. He would hold Wu Gen in his arms and talk to each other endlessly.
When he was helpless, the maid hurriedly came to see Wu Gen, saying that she had something to discuss. Wu Gen quickly pushed Xiang Qi's drunk face away and took the opportunity to get rid of him.
The maid led Wu Gen all the way, crossed the carriage, and arrived at the quiet spring.
Seeing the looming figure in the water from a distance, Wu Gen's heart tightened and he quickly stopped moving forward. The maid kept urging, saying that the master had something important to discuss.
Ever since he suffered a loss, Wu Gen had lingering fears about it, and he still dared to step forward.
Zhao Ling's voice came faintly, "Wu Gen, I have called you here, do you still want to disobey me? Do you know that Commander Qin can easily kill you, and so can I?"
In desperation, Wu Gen had to carefully walk a dozen steps to the edge of the spring. He didn't even dare to take a glance at it and buried his head deeply in his chest.
"Haha, he is still a gentleman. That's all, I won't embarrass you." Zhao Ling sat in the water, taking the gold foil placed on the shore and looking through it from time to time.
Listening to the sound of water splashing, Wu Gen was a little distracted.
"I am the daughter of King Jinchun. This time I went to Xingluo Plain under my father's orders. Although it was a bit dangerous, I finally fulfilled my mission. When I go back this time, I will help you get your Ding Ji. That little girl But he got a huge fortune for nothing.
As for you, just be my personal minister. If you do well, it won't be a problem to find an official position in a few years. You may wish. "Zhao Ling turned his back to Wu Gen and said softly, listening to the discussion, but his tone was completely unacceptable.
King Jinchun? After thinking for a while, Wu Gen finally agreed.
With a splash, Zhao Ling stood up from the water, walked up to Wu Gen, raised a hand, "Change my clothes, so-called private ministers, naturally they have to serve me in my daily life."
On the slender jade bamboo shoots, the bright nails bloom like impatiens. I have to admit that this woman is indeed the most beautiful woman in the world.
Wu Liang's heart was in a mess, so he had to lower his head to take a plain white gauze dress from the maid's hand, and clumsily put it on the delicate auspicious snow.
While he was anxious, Zhao Ling suddenly said: "Do you know the art of witchcraft?"
Wu Gen couldn't help but be stunned.
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