The candlelight flickered in the room. After listening to Zhu Buzhan and Lao Qitou's stories, Wu Gen couldn't help but feel a little naive.
It turned out that Lao Qitou was indeed an informant sent by others to monitor Zhu Buzhan, but even he didn't know who sent him here. Every time he contacted people, it was always with the person Wu Gen saw during the day. Meet. This person's name is Wang San, and his name sounds like a pseudonym.
At the beginning, Lao Qitou also conveyed some news, but as he got along with Zhu Buzhan for a long time, he was impressed by his character and took the initiative to confess all this.
Zhu Buzhan did not blame Lao Qitou. Instead, he reassured him that he could rest assured here and provide some insignificant information to his superiors as usual. At the same time, whenever the other party has something to explain, Lao Qitou will remind Zhu Buzhan to pay attention.
Wu Gen quickly stood up and apologized to Lao Qi. He had been in a whirlpool these days, and he felt like he was surrounded by enemies.
Lao Qitou laughed and helped Wu Gen up, "Young Master, it doesn't matter, you are also thinking about Mr. Zhu's safety."
As he spoke, he took out a wooden box with a brush in it. There was a lock of hair in the box, "This is the last order from my previous family, which said to carefully collect Mr. Zhu's hair, so I randomly found some on the street and gave them to They sent one copy, but they couldn’t tell the authenticity anyway, so these are the remaining ones.”
When he saw this thing, Wu Gen looked a little suspicious. Last time, the eldest prince Zhao Linchen came to see him and said that he wanted to use witchcraft on the second prince Zhao Linge. His hair was the introduction to the spell. Why was there anyone collecting Zhu Buzhan's hair? Hair, maybe there are other soul masters, or the eldest prince's bewitched target is Zhu Buzhan.
If the items collected by Lao Qitou's superiors were used for the eldest prince's magic, then since the introduction had been changed, Zhu Buzhan might be the unlucky one, but the second prince would be safe and sound.
After pondering for a moment, Wu Gen suddenly realized that this witchcraft could be a trick of some people to bring down the eldest prince and clear the obstacles on his way to the throne.
Wu Gen suddenly asked, "Lao Qi, when did you send him there in the first place?"
Lao Qitou mentioned a date, and Wu Gen thought about it. It was three days before he went to the eldest prince's residence. Now I am even more certain, but I made the decision in a hurry and didn’t see the real thing, so it’s hard to be sure.
"Old Qi, what are the characteristics of the hair you sent me?" Wu Gen then asked.
Lao Qi pointed to the hair in the box and said, "These hairs are all from an actress. I paid attention to the headgear used for dressing up. I deliberately put one half-white hair in every ten hairs." Then he pinched out one of the inconspicuous white hairs with his hands.
Seeing Wu Gen's reluctance, Zhu Buzhan spoke slowly, "I also know about Lao Qi's gift of hair. I have never believed in these so-called witchcraft, and I didn't take it seriously at first. Now look at it, This kid Linchen is confused and has been taken advantage of. I think someone wants to use Linchen's hand to deal with me.
Wu Gen, you were right to refuse last time. Don’t delve into this matter any further. I will go to the eldest prince at the right time to prevent him from being deceived and falling deeper into the trap. "
Seeing Zhu Buzhan's somewhat tired expression, Wu Gen hesitated to speak, but finally did not speak and returned to the inn to rest.
A few days later, Wu Gen was resting in the inn. There was a knock on the door. When he opened the door, he saw Xiang Qi, whom he had not seen for a long time.
When the two of them sat down, Xiang Qi remained silent. His fists on the table were clenched and unclenched from time to time, and his expression was a little tangled.
Wu Gen handed over a cup of tea and joked: "Lao Xiang, why are you looking so sad? Zhao Ling raped you. Why, do you want me to avenge you?"
Xiang Qi's eyes were tired, he raised his head and said solemnly: "Wu Gen, can you leave the capital? You can't fight them."
"You're telling me this after all these years." Wu Gen pretended not to be happy, "Who are they?"
"Don't ask, how can you fight with a group of people by yourself? It's easy to hide from open guns, but hard to guard against hidden arrows. Even the Imperial Master and Zhu Buzhan may not be able to protect you.
You and I have known each other for many years. I know your temper and will never put myself in danger. Why did you have to stay in the capital for so long this time? The status of a noble person is probably more important than life. Xiang Qi leaned towards Wu Gen, looking a little excited.
Wu Gen's face became more serious and he stood up suddenly, "Why can't I become a noble person? I have been away for nearly two years working hard and finally came back alive. Is it possible that I was threatened by some people to give up? Do you think so? Zhao Ling wants to deal with me again."
"Alas." Xiang Qi sighed, looking a little tired. "From the moment you entered the capital, people have been eyeing you. You probably know my identity. I am a member of the Embroidery Department of Zhaoxuan Division. A dead man was sent to monitor King Jinchun.
Living undercover for so many years has been exhausting both physically and mentally. There were times when I really wanted to find the Imperial Master to withdraw me, live in seclusion somewhere else, and live a leisurely life. Wu Gen, there are only a few days left for me to help you. "
Wu Gen also felt a little emotional. To be honest, since they met in Xingluoyuan, although they have not had much contact with each other, they have relied on his help to survive several life and death catastrophes safely. Needless to say, there is affection in this.
"Thank you." Wu Gen patted Xiang Qi's arm gently, "If you really don't want to do it anymore, don't force yourself. With your ability, you won't be able to get a bite of food anywhere.
In a few days, you and I will return to Shenwuyuan, and I will give you some good things. I won’t say that I will be rich after selling them, but it will not be difficult to ensure that you have enough food and clothing. Don't worry, you won't be hungry if I have something to eat. "
"Forget it, what you exchanged for your life, you should keep it for yourself. Although I have not saved much in the Jinchun Palace these years, it is enough to live on. Besides, as long as I get rid of the mission, Zhaoxuansi will still give me money. A settling-in allowance. That's enough." Xiang Qi waved his hand, looking lifeless.
"I said you are like a defeated rooster, you have no energy at all. Besides, why are you so polite about my things? Who is the one between us? We have been friends for many years. It's settled, three days later." Wu Gen waved his hand and refused to allow the other party to refuse.
Xiang Qi hesitated for a while before agreeing, "Okay, don't give up. I will go to the Shenwu Academy to look for you in three days. I have to leave first to avoid anyone getting suspicious."
Wu Gen stood up and walked him to the door. Looking at Xiang Qi's stooped figure, he suddenly felt sad for no reason, "Brother, take care."
Xiang Qi turned his head when he heard the words and twitched his mouth. He wanted to laugh but couldn't, "Are you really not planning to leave the capital?"
Wu Gen shook his head gently.
"Brother, please tell me the truth. As a soul master, your witchcraft methods are real or fake." Xiang Qi suddenly asked.
"Some small tricks are true, but witchcraft really can't do it." Wu Gen responded calmly.
"I know, I believe it, but it's a pity that I can't let others believe it too." Xiang Qi waved his hand and left directly.
Wu Gen stood by the window, watching Xiang Qi's lonely back slowly disappear, as if watching a piece of the past disappear. This somewhat decadent-looking man on the street was once a strong man who would not retreat when faced with an enemy, but would take the lead in drawing out his sword and charging. In order for his brother to escape, he almost committed suicide to give up the way of life.
But now, Wu Gen only feels pain, confusion, conflict and even a bit world-weary from the other party. What kind of situation made Xiang Qi like this.
Wu Gen doesn't know and doesn't want to ask. Even friends have their own secrets. If he wants to tell you, he will naturally tell you.
After picking himself up, Wu Gen decided to go back to Shenwu Academy. After being away for so many days, he didn't know how Baoxiang and the others were doing in the mountains. Wu Gen knew that it was precisely because of himself that their rewards had not been received for a long time.
On the third day, Wu Gen left the city early and headed straight for Geshan. When I saw the familiar mountain, the forest of pines and maples, and the steep cliffs, my mood immediately relaxed.
When I was in the capital, I always had to be on guard against someone trying to kill me or Mr. Zhu, so I couldn't relax my heartstrings. Sometimes Wu Gen also admires those people who have been immersed in official circles for many years. They are in intrigues and intrigues every day, seem to be in harmony with each other, and pretend to be sanctimonious.
It seems that my destiny is to be the owner of a copycat village, and this matter of making waves in the officialdom is really not what I am good at.
When he returned to the familiar valley and saw that Baoxiang and others were safe and sound, Wu Gen finally felt relieved.
"Wu Gen, you are such an unloyalty. You spend all your time in the capital enjoying the good things and having fun, and you don't care about the life and death of your brothers. When will this noble man be given the title?
In the past two days, several people have been wandering around the courtyard. It was rare to see a noble person like this, but it scared me half to death. "As soon as he saw Wu Gen, Baoxiang kept complaining.
Qi He also rushed over. Although he didn't say it clearly, Wu Gen knew the meaning clearly.
"Wait for a few more days, don't you have to move up and down? It can't be that fast." Wu Gen laughed and took out a bunch of gadgets purchased in the capital from the package, and also brought a lot of rouge to Feng'er.
Seeing that Wu Gen was a little secretive, everyone was puzzled, but they stopped asking questions and just waited.
After not seeing each other for many days, it was natural that these people who had been together through life and death drank freely, and they finally gave up after struggling for a whole day. Even Baoxiang, who had such a good drinking capacity, fell drunk on the spot, hugging Qiao Ban's legs and fell asleep soundly.
Wu Gen was also a little confused. He ran to the entrance of the valley to relieve himself. He was about to go back to sleep when he suddenly saw Xiang Qi standing outside the valley.
"Come on, come on, I knew you would come." Wu Gen pulled Xiang Qi and staggered towards the small house where he lived. Qi He and Feng'er had already rested, and only Yang Zheng was still waiting in front of the door.
"Who is this..." Yang Zheng asked doubtfully.
"This, this is my brother Xiang Qi." Wu Gen said with a big tongue, "Xiang Qi, this is Yang Zheng, from Tianyuanzhou."
The three of them entered the house. Wu Gen closed the door, lifted up a floor tile under the bed, and took out seven or eight things. "Xiang Qi, you pick, take whatever you like."
"Really give it to me?" Xiang Qi asked uncertainly. These colorful treasures in front of him seemed to be of extraordinary value.
"What nonsense?" Wu Gen breathed out the smell of alcohol, "Hurry up and pick."
After looking at it for a long time, Xiang Qi picked up a dark-colored but beautifully carved wine bottle and asked tentatively: "That's it."
"Except for this, everything else is fine." Wu Gen took a look and quickly grabbed it with his hands. This is the jug given to him by Liu You, but it is a magic weapon that can contain negative energy. If Xiang Qi takes it away, wouldn't it be harmful to the person if there is still negative energy left in it?
