"My time is limited, hurry up."
Chu Feng snorted.
Although Chu Feng could directly search the soul of the bearded man in front of him and know the ins and outs of the matter, it would be best if he could learn the truth without using the Wuwu Soul Search Technique.
"Senior, we belong to a force called the White Lotus Sect..."
The bearded man endured the pain and answered the questions Chu Feng had asked before.
After a while.
Chu Feng also knew the truth.
It turns out that Bai Lian, the leader of the White Lotus Sect, wanted to make the White Lotus Sect surrender to the Demon Sect, so he spread poison in the upper city, causing a plague to plague the city.
Then she came forward, offered the antidote, and obtained the position of deputy city lord of Shangcheng. After she successfully entered the officialdom of the Tang Dynasty, the White Lotus Sect could successfully take refuge under the Evil Sect.
"The Evil Sect, it seems that the world is not going to be peaceful."
Chu Feng had a vague premonition.
Although the Evil Sect did not directly come out to cause trouble, the White Lotus Sect suddenly launched a plague in order to join the Evil Sect. This is not a good sign.
"Senior, I have said everything that needs to be said. Can I go?"
The bearded man looked up at Chu Feng and asked cautiously.
"Walk?"
"Can."
"Go to hell and remember not to do anything harmful to nature in your next life."
After Chu Feng finished speaking, he waved his hand, and a golden sword energy burst out, with a click, ending the man's life.
"Looks like I'm going to meet that Bai Lian."
Chu Feng narrowed his eyes slightly, and a cold light flashed through his eyes.
"But before meeting that Bai Lian, let's sign in at the Earth Temple first and see what you get."
Chu Feng would not let go of any opportunity.
"System, sign in at the Shangcheng Earth Temple."
Chu Feng thought.
[Ding, congratulations to the host for successfully signing in, and you will be rewarded with the "Escape from Earth Technique"! 】
The clear voice of the system sounded in Chu Feng's mind.
[Earth escape method: The top level Taoist method, the host can use the escape method on the land, sneak into the land, and then go towards the destination. 】
"[Earth Escape Method]?"
"It's pretty good, but unfortunately it seems to lack a bit of flair."
"Forget it, I, Chu Feng, am also a low-key person, so it would be good to be less aggressive."
Chu Feng looked at the introduction of [Earth Escape Method] and muttered to himself.
Next, he pulled out the map Chu Zhan left for him, determined the location of the City Lord's Mansion, and headed straight for the City Lord's Mansion.
…
And at this time.
City Lord's Mansion.
Because Chu Zhan's officials contacted Tang Hong in advance, Tang Hong and other officials from the upper city were waiting at the gate of the city lord's mansion.
Although they knew that Chu Zhan's trip was mainly to investigate Bai Lian's background, they also knew that in addition to investigating Bai Lian's background, Chu Zhan would also investigate officials in the city.
If there are no style problems, there is no problem if you are promoted to a half-level or one level.
Therefore, for their own future and at the same time to leave a good impression on Chu Zhan, they naturally waited here early to welcome Chu Zhan, and they had already made a small calculation in their minds on how to get close to Chu Zhan.
Just when everyone was having different thoughts, a group of people appeared in everyone's sight, it was Chu Zhan's people.
When the carriage stopped at the door of the city lord's palace, Tang Hong took the lead to step forward. Seeing this, other officials also stepped forward quickly.
"I'm going to pay my respects to the Imperial Censor."
The voice is loud and powerful.
With a faint hum, Chu Zhan slowly walked down from the carriage.
"The Lord of the City of Shangcheng, Tang Hong has met the Yushi of Chu."
Tang Hong took another step forward, cupped his fists at Chu Zhan, and introduced himself.
Chu Zhan nodded lightly, and then said: "The Lord of Tang City led the officials from the upper city to work together to fight the plague, but they were tired."
Very classic Mandarin.
"Master Chu, sharing the king's worries is what a lower official should do."
Tang Hong is also a very classic polite saying.
"City Lord Tang, you also know the purpose of my visit. Where is the woman who presented the prescription to deal with the plague?"
"Master Chu, Bai Lian is waiting for you inside."
Tang Hong explained.
When court officials go to a place, they are usually received by local officials first. Since Bai Lian is not an official yet, he naturally has to stay away.
"Okay, then let's go in and meet this Bai Lian."
"As for the other officials, please leave for now. Although the plague is under control, there are still many places in the upper city that you need to manage."
Chu Zhan signaled other officials to return to their posts.
"yes."
Although other officials wanted to get close to Chu Zhan, Chu Feng spoke up about the situation in the city, so they couldn't keep entangled, so as not to anger Chu Zhan.
After the other officials dispersed, Tang Hong led the way, followed closely by Chu Zhan and his officials.
After a while, Chu Zhan and others saw Bai Lian in the front hall.
Chu Zhan's first impression was that Bai Lian had a good figure but an average face.
This face spoiled that bumpy figure.
When Chu Zhan was sizing up Bai Lian, Bai Lian was also sizing up Chu Zhan.
Although he is middle-aged, he will probably become an old man soon.
"Bai Lian, a civilian girl, pays homage to Mr. Chu, the imperial censor."
Bai Lian stood up, walked to Chu Zhan, and then bowed to see him.
"Um."
Chu Zhan nodded slightly, then motioned for Bai Lian and Tang Hong to sit down.
"Miss Bailian, you are the first to deal with the plague in Shangcheng this time. Your request is also known to the court."
"The imperial court will always reward meritorious people, but before that, I need to check your background. If you are innocent, then the position of deputy city lord of Shangcheng will be yours. If there is any problem, then I will forgive you. The imperial court cannot satisfy Miss Bai Lian’s request.”
What Chu Zhan said was reasonable and well-founded.
"This is natural."
Bai Lian nodded.
"Miss Bailian, where are you from?"
Chu Zhan summoned the officials who were accompanying him and signaled them to take out pen and ink and start recording.
"Master Chu, Bai Lian is from Shangcheng."
"Where do you live?"
"The first one at Xijiekou in Shangcheng."
"How many people are there in the family?"
"There were three of us before, but my parents passed away a few years ago, and I was the only one left."
"What do you do at home?"
“Practicing medicine for generations.”
"..."
Within a quarter of an hour, Chu Zhan asked, Bai Lian answered, and Chu Zhan's men took notes.
After taking notes, Chu Zhan signaled his men to investigate.
"Master Chu, you must have been hard after traveling all the way. I asked the butler to prepare some refreshments. Please don't dislike it."
Tang Hong saw Chu Zhan finish his question and said with a smile.
"City Lord Tang, what you said makes sense."
"Butler, hurry up, bring the tea up quickly."
"yes."
The butler had been waiting for a long time. After hearing Tang Hong's instructions, he quickly signaled to his servants to bring the prepared refreshments.
Soon, exquisite pastries and Longjing tea were delivered to the table.
When the butler placed a cup of Longjing tea in front of Chu Zhan, Bai Lian glanced at the butler without trace, and the butler nodded lightly.
"Master Chu, these are thousand-layer cakes, these are millet rice dumplings, red damask pie..."
Tang Hong introduced each pastry on the table to Chu Zhan one by one.
Finally, Tang Hong pointed to the Longjing tea in front of Chu Zhan and said, "Master Chu, I think this is the cup of tea you should try the most."
"Oh? Why is that?"
Chu Zhan raised his eyebrows and asked curiously.
"Sir, this Longjing tea seems to be different from the superior Longjing tea, but it is not the same. This is the Longjing tea given to me by the former King of Tang when I left the capital and came to work here in the upper city."
At the end of the sentence, the corners of Tang Hong's mouth turned up slightly, with a trace of pride on his face.
Although the former Tang King, Tang Ding, is no longer alive, this is still something to be proud of.
"Oh? It turns out it's Longjing tea given by the previous King of Tang Dynasty. I really want to try it."
With that said, Chu Zhan was about to pick up the Longjing tea on the table and prepare to take a sip.
