In Guangshan Temple, the continuous roar of beasts soon turned into short screams and whines of death, followed by the violent impact on the ground and the sound of flesh being penetrated.
The last frightened beast that climbed up the wall to escape was stabbed through the head by a flying spear and fell to pieces on the cliff. From then on, the group of beasts that invaded Guangshan Temple were declared destroyed. The armored men on guard outside also appeared again carrying two escaped beast masters.
He slapped it heavily on the ground, and immediately exposed under the black robe, two bare heads with pointed ear corridors, flattened nostrils, and staggered sharp teeth with everted lips. According to previous records, this is the price of flesh and blood modification in order to improve the connection with the ferocious beasts.
Compared with those members of the animal worship cult who were captured before, the indirect control methods used such as pheromone inducers or bone flute sound waves are obviously even more insane. So much so that he would rather give up his basic human form and become this alien appearance that is neither human nor ghost.
Then Jiang Tian returned to the Sutra Collection Building and saw the maid Cang Xing hugging her tightly, and another girl who looked very similar, crying in a low voice: "Why are you doing this? Madam is fine." The other party was full of satisfaction. He said with a helpless face: "I was the one who brought the traitor here, so I should die to apologize."
"This is not possible. If you die, who should I collect the reward from?" Jiang Tian couldn't help but said: "You were promised to me as part of the reward." After hearing this, the girl couldn't help but struggle to get up. , dumbfounded in disbelief: "How, how is this possible?"
"Thank you so much, martyr, sir, I'm so grateful for your help." At this time, a gentle and hoarse voice sounded, and Mrs. Shen, who had rearranged her makeup, walked out of the inner room and said, "Although Cangxing is in a hurry, The promise made before, but now it can be regarded as my decision."
Although her scattered sideburns and headdress were no longer there, they could only be simply tied behind her head; her hazel-colored dress also had many snags, and her necklaces, armbands, and other items were missing; but in her eyes, He tried his best to express his grace and bearing, as if he were entertaining guests in a beautiful mansion.
"I'm really sorry. I'm afraid I won't be able to honor more of Sir's rewards." Mrs. Shen, who had gone through a series of changes, looked as usual, unable to conceal the weariness and powerlessness in his eyes and sighed: "Since the other party is so unscrupulous, now I'm afraid of Yizhou There is no place for me anymore on the island.”
"On the other hand, Cangxing and Cuixing, these two children have followed me since they were young and treat them as if they were my own daughters. If my husband won't give up, I'm willing to accept them. At least they can follow you and avoid this implication of right and wrong. . I also had some personal savings when I was registered in Donghai Society, can I use it as dowry?"
In fact, ever since she was thrown down from the building by Captain Chen, she was relieved even though she was terrified. However, when she woke up again, she found that the invading thieves had all been destroyed, leaving only Cang Xing, the maid who had fled for help, and told her the cause and effect.
Therefore, although the person who came here spoke lightly and looked like child's play, she did not have the capital to bet on the other party's attitude. Her experience with the Empress Dowager Yao and Shun made her understand one thing very early on. There is never any good thing in this world for nothing, and there is never any unreasonable kindness.
Including many years ago, she was suddenly asked to leave Chang'an and follow the newly appointed Tonghai Gong to Yizhou Island; and then, amid the uproar among the family members and ministers, she helped the other party quickly grasp the power of the official office and the situation of the vassal residence; she was ordered to do so. Secretly looking after and raising a certain child he brought back.
Therefore, since this person has the ability to kill hundreds of rebel soldiers and incoming giant beasts in a short period of time, asking for the maids around her is nothing at all; some even asking for less is actually interesting. Uneasy; it's a pity that she was at the end of her rope and couldn't promise more.
Otherwise, strangers with such extraordinary means cannot be encountered anytime and anywhere; no matter which office they are in, they must try their best to win over and make good friends. Therefore, once the promise is not fulfilled in time, the backlash is often a painful price that most people cannot bear.
"Madam, you thought wrong. Although the matter has come to this, you are still of some use to me." Jiang Tian couldn't help but shook his head slightly and said: However, when Mrs. Shen heard this, she couldn't help but feel a slight jump in her heart. It seemed that As if he had misunderstood something, a vigilant and determined look suddenly appeared in his eyes.
However, Jiang Tian continued: "In other words, although Madam's worry is not unreasonable, maybe the temporary situation is not as bad as you thought? Since the other party's plot has failed, then can't Madam Take advantage of the situation and do something to save yourself?"
"This is a scandal in the family, and I won't hide it from Mr. Shen." Hearing this, Mrs. Shen secretly breathed a sigh of relief again, and sighed: "These are all the tricks of the traitor in the house, but now the power and manpower of most of the offices are , have been gradually stolen from me, what can I do if I am a female prostitute?"
"This is ridiculous. When the thieves attacked, Madam still knew how to fight to the death and wait for the future." Jiang Tian shook his head again and said: "Why did she lose her morale after being rescued and did not dare to fight against him anymore? Is it possible that you are really scared off by those aliens? "
"I dare to ask, sir, what is the meaning of your appearance in Yizhou? What is it about me that is worthy of such care?" However, Mrs. Shen did not argue after hearing this. Instead, she took a deep breath and said seriously: "What if it is against human ethics?" For moral reasons, or because I want to endanger the office, please forgive me for not being able to obey."
"Actually, I came here just to pursue a truth, and this truth seems to be related to the office." Jiang Tian also laughed softly, looked at her with some sigh and said: "As for Madam, it just happened to be... Meeting; back then, the Shen family of Zhengfang, Jingzhao Road, asked me to find a brother and sister."
"A few months ago, my younger sister Shen Xin was originally married to Lanxi Fan of Daoyi Prefecture in accordance with the engagement, but she was kidnapped by someone else on the way. Only my brother Shen Yizhi escaped, but was captured by the thief's accomplices, secretly imprisoned and tortured To torture him. He was rescued by me not long ago."
"However, he was dying and his life was on the line; therefore, according to his only confession, those people used genuine official ceremonial utensils..."
"What a thief! He is so heartbroken and crazy." After listening to the brief description of the general situation, Mrs. Shen could not hide the frosty anger on her face and gritted her teeth: "To be honest, sir, I'm afraid this has nothing to do with that treacherous son, because as far as I know Lan Xi The house is quite withered, and there are no suitable heirs for marriage!"
"Moreover, when I proposed the marriage to Jingzhao's family, it was my concubine's suggestion; but I didn't want the treacherous son to act in the middle, causing harm to my family's flesh and blood relatives. It also caused a terrible disaster. It's hard for me to avoid it. No, it’s just that these alone can’t touch him.”
"What if we can get intervention from the imperial court?" Jiang Tian changed his mind and asked: "For example, if there are investigation matters jointly authorized by the Zongfan Academy, the Third Secretary, and the Yushitai, is it possible that Madam will continue to evade For a while? Or is it a way to gain something for yourself?"
Immediately, in front of the various credentials that Jiang Tian presented one after another, Shen's expression became extremely exciting, and in the end, there was only a sigh: "How virtuous and capable is that treacherous son of the public family to provoke such a huge incident?" Right or wrong, I'm afraid that even if it weren't for my concubine, the official family would not be able to escape its responsibility."
"Of course it's because he has done many unjust things secretly and has touched the bottom line of the court system." Jiang Tian said lightly: "What's more, the court's treatment of the vassal is not unprecedented, right? Twenty years ago There is civil strife in the Tonghai Office, and the imperial court will also send troops to intervene?"
"Having said that, I still want to ask you, sir, to wait for a moment." However, when Mrs. Shen heard this, her heart moved, and she begged Jiang Tian: "First, follow me to Dongning Mansion, and look for an opportunity to meet the head of the office to express my love. What's the point, how can we justly deal with that traitor? And we can avoid a big war."
"Good!" Jiang Tian nodded. In this way, the initial goal related to the office was achieved. Immediately, he asked again: "Before that, I still have some questions related to the office and Donghai Grand Shrine. I would like to ask my wife one or two questions one after another. Can you answer my questions and clear up my doubts?"
Of course, in the process of preparing for departure to Dongning Mansion; Mrs. Rong Hua was not as isolated and helpless as she described. She had everything prepared by giving an order, and even divided the vassal family from nearby. Hundreds of vassal soldiers were borrowed to serve as ceremonial guards and pomp along the way.
According to the "New Chapter of Zhou Rites" promulgated by the imperial court during the Taixing period and revised and supplemented many times; in addition to the only Western Kingdom Daxia/Tiancheng dynasty; as the head of the vassal vassal, the major princes are the top lords of the outer vassal; Naturally, he is higher in rank than other princes and princes, Bo Zinan.
Therefore, by analogy with the story of the princes in the Spring and Autumn Period, while the lord of the public house was a vassal to the Tang Dynasty, he could also be regarded as the king of the Celestial Dynasty within his territory, using nicknames such as king, king, and father-in-law; and the public house as the official spouse Madam is also of a higher status than the concubine, prince, or concubine;
Usually, she is awarded the title by the Zongzheng Temple of the imperial court and is called the Lady of XX Country/Mrs. of XX County; she is ranked in the second or third rank among foreign-born women. Then there are three Mrs. Side who have exclusive titles, and are awarded the fifth rank of foreign women; six Mrs. Teng without titles, who are ranked seventh rank;
And this is only an officially recognized married woman with a corresponding status, honors and pomp, and is also qualified to raise her own children. As for other concubines, concubines, housekeepers, housewives, etc. who have no class or official status, there are countless among the princes...
"Mrs. Ronghua" Shen was one of the concubines; in her position as housewife/main wife of the palace, which had been vacant for most of the time, she also acted as a manager of the back house in a sense. More importantly, as a representative of the local office, she has attended the Tunghai Society's board of directors for many years.
Therefore, it was easy for Jiang Tian to understand that, as the mastermind behind the scenes, the heir apparent of the contemporary Tonghai Palace was also known as the Young Lord of the East China Sea. At the same time, it was also the person who caused Jiang Tian's predecessor to lose everything he once owned and was forced to leave his hometown. The culprit is various related deeds over the years.
In other words, he is like the protagonist of a traditional cool novel.
(End of chapter)
