"Why don't I go and have a look too." You Ziji suddenly interrupted.
"It's great that You Shaoxia is willing to help." Governor Zhou responded immediately.
In fact, the name of the county governor is useless, so what will happen if You Ziji is gone, but there is no other way at this time. County Sheriff Zhou feels that You Ziji has a high level of cultivation and may be able to solve the problem according to the rules of the spiritual world.
"Then when shall we go?" You Ziji looked at Hao Laodao and Captain Hong.
"Brother, aren't you going by yourself?" Hao Laodao asked.
You Ziji looked surprised and said, "The Taoist priest is confused. I'm less than twelve years old, so I may not be able to get in."
Everyone burst into laughter after hearing this, and Governor Zhou said: "Young Shaoxia is mature and steady, and has advanced cultivation, which makes people forget your age."
"That's not appropriate either." Hao Laodao thought for a while and suddenly interrupted: "The madam at Guixiang Tower already knows our identities. If I go with us, there's no guarantee that it won't affect your own affairs."
"There's no need to be afraid. We're just going to buy information. They won't embarrass me. But since Guixiang Tower is in charge of monsters, why not call Xiao Huang there too."
"Then just listen to Brother You."
Several people finally discussed and decided to go to Guixiang Tower in the evening.
…
You Ziji took out all the books that Chang Yunbai gave to Hao Laodao and Hong Duwei. The two of them just took a cursory glance and became extremely excited. If they didn't want to neglect You Ziji, they would have gone to a quiet place to study. .
It seems that the secret book that Senior Brother Chang gave them is what they need most at the moment.
Youzi Jixian and Hao Laodao said, "I have read all the talismans in Taoist Master's book. In the next few days, we can study and discuss them together. Each of us will definitely gain a lot."
"That's natural. Taoist Chang is very knowledgeable. As long as I follow the steps in the book, I will definitely be able to break through to the realm of foundation building. My lifelong wish will be fulfilled."
"Then let me first congratulate Taoist Master Hao. However, Taoist Master Hao must not set his goals so low. You must be brave and diligent in your cultivation. You may have the opportunity to reach the limit of the mortal realm."
Hao Laodao smiled and said nothing. He knew in his heart that this was very difficult. He was now in his forties, his energy and blood began to decline, and the chance of reaching the mysterious realm was getting slimmer. Otherwise, why would Wang Lexian be so crazy and start pursuing secular power? , it is not due to the hopelessness of advancement.
But as You Ziji said, he finally had another chance.
You Ziji saw that although Hao Laodao was a little bitter because of the difficulty of seeking the Tao, he was much more free and easy than the previous expression of helplessness when the road was hopeless, and he was happy for him in his heart.
Then he said to Lieutenant Hong: "Brother Hong, you also know that I am not good at swordsmanship. It will be difficult for Senior Brother Chang to come back in a short time. You can only rely on your own understanding."
Lieutenant Hong smiled and said: "What's the point? Brother Hong, I am stupid in nature and slow to learn everything, so I never force myself to practice. Besides, Taoist Chang taught this swordsmanship very thoroughly, so no matter how stupid a person is, You can understand it too, brother, you don’t have to worry.”
You Ziji's chest felt tight and he thought to himself: "Then you have never seen a more stupid person, such as me."
He restrained his hurt emotions and said: "It's not like I can't help at all. Brother Hong also knows that I can make the Samadhi True Fire, which is one of the most suitable flames in the world for refining magic weapons. After you gather the materials, , I will use real fire to help you when the time comes, and I believe the quality of the forged flying knife will be even better."
"Then we must trouble Brother You then."
The three of them were laughing and chatting happily, when they heard a familiar voice in the distance, "Taoist Chang is partial, and everyone has benefited from it. He has done me the most harm, so there is no compensation."
Looking back, he saw Miss Zhou family walking over with her maid Xi'er, holding a food box in her hand. Xiao Huang followed them around, seemingly part-time as a guard.
You Ziji knew what Chang Yunbai was thinking and replied: "Xiao Huang, you have to concentrate on the true fire of Samadhi in your body. Senior brother Chang didn't give you a gift because he was afraid that you would be confused by other things and waste the opportunity. If you practice If you succeed, your transformation path will be smooth, and you might be able to reach the profound realm faster than Captain Hong."
Xiao Huang naturally knew these truths, but he felt really unhappy after being tricked by Chang Yunbai. He let out a "hum" and said nothing more.
At this time, Zhou Qing had already walked over. You Ziji didn't know where she was going and was about to get out of the way.
However, Hao Laodao and Lieutenant Hong were very skilled. They stepped forward and stretched out their hands, saying, "What delicious food did Miss and Xiao Xi'er bring us?"
"It's some pastries." Xi'er said, "Miss You made these specially when she heard Brother You came back."
"Boy, thank you, Sister Zhou and Sister Xi'er." Seeing that there was food, You Ziji hurriedly returned the gift. This was a habit developed by praying for food with the villagers when crossing the mountains.
This affectionate name made the two little girls smile. They took out the pastries in the food boxes and divided some among them. When it was You Ziji's turn, almost half of the pastries were stuffed on him, and then they left.
Zhou Qing said: "Brother You came back suddenly, so I had to prepare a little hastily. I need to go back and make another cake for my father."
After saying that, the two little girls ran away, leaving Xiao Huang behind who needed to act together later.
Hao Laodao smiled and said: "These two little girls have stuffed you with all the pastries from the Sheriff. It's really enviable."
He lowered his head and saw that You Ziji was already eating on his own. Remembering that You Ziji was a teenager and loved sweets, but his teeth couldn't stand the torture of desserts, he simply gave all the pastries to You Ziji.
…
In the evening, You Ziji and others withdrew money from Butler Zhou as official expenses for their business trip to Guixiang House.
You Ziji knew the location of Guixiang Tower. It was on the street near the Dragon King Temple. He used to go to Chang Yunbai's fortune-telling stall and would pass by that street corner every time.
It was still the same route tonight, and You Ziji and his party passed by the Dragon King Temple. After the great war here, while the spiritual energy was abundant, the power of the earth's terrain was still residual, so this ruins still existed without anyone organized to clean it up.
The half-indestructible Dragon King Tower still stands here, perhaps because its remaining power has eliminated the powerful forces of the earth and terrain, leaving a safe space where only the birds occupy the top of the tower. Build a bird's nest and settle down here.
You Ziji only glanced at this once glorious temple, then continued forward and turned into the next street.
The light that comes into view is like daylight, which is completely different from the scene just now, making You Ziji and others feel like they are in another world.
This is the most prosperous street in Zijun City, where the city that never sleeps is full of people, as well as the gold-selling cave that eats human bones.
The first casino upon entering the street is Xunlefang, the largest casino in the city. It is one of the two most profitable industries in the city. It supports countless pawnshops and gangs that help collect loan sharks. It usually runs rampant and no one cares about it. Now it is closed down, no matter what, just because it is one of the Zhang family's industries.
All of a sudden, various gangs had lost their livelihoods, robbing people, extorting merchants, and even gang wars. As a result, the security of Zijun City has deteriorated a lot recently, and Captain Zhou has had a lot of headaches over this matter.
But someone will soon take over and open this cornucopia of gold again.
The new owner is Guixianglou, another restaurant diagonally across the street that is also making money and stays open all night long. This shows how powerful the power behind it is, and even the most popular one dares to brave the wind.
Hao Laodao said as he walked: "Brother You may not know that he has been in Longbei. Not all monsters are wanted. Some monsters have taken refuge in Tianfu and been awarded various official positions to assist Tianfu in managing the world. The old bustard is holding The document is the intelligence agency under the governor of Zhoucheng, called Lihua Division. Countless pieces of information are passed to each other every day, but for some reason, a private intelligence business has been established here."
Taoist Hao suddenly lowered his voice and said: "Tianfu Temple Pang Liang and Yu Zhu had a secret communication with Wang Lexian. I am afraid that there is evidence of their handover in Guixiang Tower. Therefore, Tianfu Temple cannot intervene, and we do not dare to communicate with them." They were torn apart.”
"We have been caught with sore feet, no wonder they ignore us." Xiao Huang quickly followed.
Captain Hong snorted when he heard this, but he didn't say anything.
You Ziji understood what he meant. With Captain Hong's character, his innermost thoughts should be to send his old boss to prison. But after all, he knew the priorities. There were still more thorny problems to solve in Zijun City. The support of Tianfu Temple is very important. If Sili is replaced, the situation in the city may be reshuffled again, which will only cause more trouble.
Arriving at the door of Guixiang Tower, You Ziji took the first step to enter the building, but was stopped, not because of his age, but because of his clothes.
Ordinary linen clothes, no aura of nobility on his body, only the wandering temperament of wandering around the world. The gatekeeper's sharp eyes can tell at a glance that You Ziji is a poor man.
Xiao Huang was giggling happily on the side, while Captain Hong was silent, seeming to feel a little embarrassed.
However, Hao Laodao was already a regular customer. He stepped forward and took out three silver coins, handed them to the gatekeeper, and said, "We know the rules, so we can go in."
The gatekeeper smiled and said: "Isn't this the red Taoist priest who is beside our Lord Sheriff? Oh, even Captain Hong is here."
Taoist master Hao was always on bad terms with others. When he heard the ridicule, he just smiled.
Lieutenant Hong held back his anger for the sake of the overall situation and ignored him.
Seeing that the two of them were silent, the gatekeeper felt bored. He weighed the silver taels in his hand, rolled his eyes, and suddenly said: "It's missing, fifteen taels missing."
Hao Laodao was startled, "Isn't it ten taels per person?"
"That was before, but now the price has increased, it's fifteen taels."
Even Hao Laodao couldn't bear his temper anymore and said: "It was still twelve taels in the morning, why did the price increase at night?"
"This has always been the case in our Guixiang Tower. There are many programs in the evening and we have no money. Go to the kiosk on the edge of the city and don't come here to find boredom." After saying that, he put the money in his hand into his arms. He thought what if he turned around. If you leave, you won't get the money back.
