The warm spring sun shone into the study from the window. Ying Zheng and Zhao Gao froze on the spot, neither speaking.
The first thing that can be determined is that this "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" was written by Zhao Hao.
But they don’t know whether the story inside is true or false.
However, after reading "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio", they suddenly found that Xu Fu's fairy island was simply unpalatable.
Then, can Xu Fu still believe it?
Not only Zhao Gao was suspicious, but even Ying Zheng began to doubt.
The stories in "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" are as vivid as if they have been experienced and seen with one's own eyes.
Even Xu Fu has seen the Immortal Island, why hasn't his son seen it?
Xu Fu had only seen the Immortal Island, but his son entered the Immortal's dream, talked with the Immortal, and imparted knowledge of thaumaturgy.
Although his son does not admit that he has seen immortals, he cannot be false in the things he knows.
That's right, the stories in "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" are not real stories, but real events that happened in the fairyland.
You bastard, you even hid it from your father.
Could it be that the Immortal didn't allow you to reveal too much, so you informed your father in this way?
What is the science of immortality?
Your boy first told his father that he could live forever, and then wrote a book to attract his attention and reveal the secret method of cultivating immortals. My father understands your painstaking efforts.
After thinking about the ins and outs, Ying Zheng's eyes gradually brightened, and after a flash of light, he asked Zhao Gao: "How credible do you think this "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" is?"
"this"
Zhao Gao hesitated for a moment and replied ambiguously: "It's compiled by Gongzi Hao. It's difficult to judge."
"Then do you think this Tang Xuanzang's meat can help people live forever?"
"What the story says is that I don't know it, but so many demons want to eat his flesh. I guess there is no lie."
"Um."
Ying Zheng nodded slightly and said thoughtfully: "Xu Fu said that he had visited the Immortal Island and met the immortals, so would he be hiding something, or is he just like Tang Xuanzang?"
"ah?"
Zhao Gao's eyelids were twitching wildly, his face was full of astonishment, but he did not dare to say anything.
He knew that Ying Zheng was not really asking himself;
After serving Ying Zheng for many years, he has gradually figured out Ying Zheng's nature. Generally, when Ying Zheng starts to ask himself, it means that he has already made a judgment in his mind.
As long as he figures it out, he will take action immediately.
But the more he knew about Ying Zheng's nature, the more frightened Zhao Gao became.
Everyone knows that Ying Zheng dotes on Hu Hai, but there is a bottom line for doting on Hu Hai.
Ying Zheng loves Zhao Hao. Although not many people know about it, they have not revealed the bottom line until now.
For example, Zhao Hao wrote "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio". Although he had read it and found it bizarre, he had never associated it with reality.
But Ying Zheng actually considered killing people and eating meat because of a story about Journey to the West.
This is simply without a bottom line!
If Zhao Hao writes another story about eunuchs usurping power, will Ying Zheng kill himself because of this story?
Thinking of this, Zhao Gao couldn't help but feel chills running down his spine, and huge waves arose in his heart.
If there really is a demon in the world, then Zhao Hao is definitely a demon!
Only a possessed person would be so crazy!
no!
Zhao Hao must not be allowed to live in the world, he is really terrible.
Zhao Gao, who became more and more frightened as he thought about it, made up his mind to find a way to get rid of Zhao Hao.
At this time, Ying Zheng suddenly spoke again: "Zhao Gao, go find Xu Fu and tell him that I want to see him."
Zhao Gao: "."
Damn it!
Your Majesty really wants to eat people!
Zhao Gao trembled when he heard this and had no time to salute respectfully. He quickly turned around and walked out of the study.
However, before he could take a few steps, Ying Zheng's calm and indifferent voice suddenly sounded: "I don't like talkative people, do you understand?"
"Old. Old slave understands"
Zhao Gao answered hesitantly, and then carefully exited the study.
Meanwhile, Xu Fu’s temporary residence.
Because the First Emperor invited Xu Fu to tour east together, Xu Fu has been making preparations recently.
At this moment, he was hiding in his small room, studying various charts.
Although he had made up his mind to fly away, he still made full preparations in order not to make the First Emperor suspicious.
For example, he had a good description of the ocean wonders and strange objects he encountered when he went to Fairy Island.
The guarantee convinced the First Emperor.
Looking at the map on the table and the records of going to sea, Xu Fu stroked his beard and murmured to himself: "That island is covered by thick fog all year round, especially in spring and summer, when the fog is at its strongest. You can go to sea in advance then. Seek opportunities.”
"As long as we enter the island and find a cave to hide for a while, we will ensure that the First Emperor will never find me again."
"At that time, the five hundred boys and girls will not be subject to my arrangements."
Thinking that he would no longer have to worry about anything in the future, and could even become the king of the island, Xu Fu couldn't help but reveal a smile of anticipation.
However, the next moment, a warning came from outside the door.
"Master Xu Xian, Zhao Fu ordered me to see you!"
"Um?"
Xu Fu was stunned for a moment, and then said displeasedly: "Didn't I give the order? Now I am in seclusion to pray for His Majesty and communicate with the immortals, no."
"Xu Fu! I have summoned you to see you by His Majesty's order. Do you dare to resist?"
Before Xu Fu could finish his words, Zhao Gao's voice came coldly.
Xu Fu reacted, quickly put away the charts and voyage records on the table, put on a smile, and opened the door.
"Crunch."
When the door opened, Xu Fu saw Zhao Gao and two black-armored Imperial Guards at a glance, and his heart skipped a beat.
"I dare to ask Zhao Mansion, why did your Majesty summon the old minister to see you?"
Xu Fushan asked with a smile.
Zhao Gao glanced at him and said expressionlessly: "Your Majesty summoned me, how can I allow you to ask more questions?"
"Yes Yes Yes"
Xu Fu nodded and bowed, secretly scolding Zhao Gao for not being a son of a man.
If it were in the past, Zhao Gao would definitely not treat himself like this.
Because the First Emperor was seeking immortality and medicine, Zhao Gao had contacted him many times, and the two had a very good relationship.
Later, the "poisonous pill" incident happened. Although Zhao Gao was implicated by him and was almost killed by Meng Yi, he did not resent him and instead acted as if nothing happened.
Now that he was not giving him a good look for no reason, he thought that something big must have happened.
What's the big deal?
Xu Fu speculated in his heart, and quickly said: "Please wait a moment, Zhao Fuling, I have prepared some things and am about to give them to your majesty."
With that said, he took out two gold cakes from his sleeves and stuffed them into Zhao Gao's hands.
Zhao Gao looked serious and shouted: "What are you doing?!"
"ah?"
Xu Fu didn't seem to react and looked at Zhao Gao confused.
Zhao Gao snorted coldly and said with a stern face: "I advise you not to have those evil thoughts. Your Majesty is still waiting for you. If you delay the time, don't bring me any trouble."
"Don't dare, don't dare. I'll go right now, old minister. I'll go right now. Please ask Zhao's order to lead the way."
Seeing Zhao Gao's attitude, Xu Fu quickly retracted his outstretched hand, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
Something is going on, absolutely something is going on!
Xu Fu, who felt guilty, followed Zhao Gao through the corridor and came to a main hall.
The hall was completely dark. Looking from the outside in, it looked like a giant mouth of a demon, as if it was about to swallow people in one gulp.
At this time, Ying Zheng was sitting on the dragon chair in the main hall, and there was no one around.
With a chill running down his spine, Xu Fu slowly walked into the hall. The light of an oil lamp flickered beside Ying Zheng, like the scarlet tongue of the devil licking its fangs.
"Xu Fu. You are so brave!"
Before Xu Fu could speak, Ying Zheng, who was sitting high on the dragon throne, suddenly shouted loudly.
"thump--!"
Xu Fu was startled when he heard the loud shouting. His legs couldn't help but become weak, and he knelt down directly.
"Your Majesty"
Xu Fu trembled and kowtowed: "I didn't mean to be late, I really want to pray for His Majesty. You can't interrupt at will. I'm afraid of the immortal."
He knew that as long as he mentioned the immortal, Ying Zheng would be able to forgive him and let bygones be bygones.
However, as soon as he finished speaking, Ying Zheng said coldly again: "Why, when I summon you to see you, I also want to ask the immortal if he agrees?"
"Old minister dare not"
Xu Fu kowtowed quickly, and the cold sweat on his forehead continued to seep onto the bluestone floor, even the bluestone floor was wet.
He always felt that something was wrong, but he couldn't figure out what was wrong.
Ever since he survived the catastrophe and met the First Emperor, he had always followed the rules and it was impossible to anger the First Emperor.
However, both Zhao Gao's attitude and that of the First Emperor had turned around 180 degrees.
Could it be that someone was slandering the First Emperor?
Thinking of this, Xu Fu felt very uneasy.
But Ying Zheng snorted coldly: "Xu Fu, I ask you, did you lie to me?"
"No! Absolutely not!"
When Xu Fu heard this, he immediately denied it and said, "I would never dare to deceive your majesty!"
It's now, and he will not show his cards under any circumstances, otherwise he will die without a burial place.
However, as soon as he finished speaking, Ying Zheng stood up from his seat, looking at him with a calm and indifferent gaze that made his scalp tingle.
At this moment, he glanced at Zhao Gao who was standing aside. Zhao Gao understood immediately and immediately called the imperial guards and closed the palace door.
"Crunch-plop!"
The door of the main hall was closed.
Xu Fu's face turned pale and he thought to himself, what kind of situation is this! Why did it close suddenly?
What is your Majesty going to do? Are you afraid that you will escape?
impossible!
This is the palace. Even if I have great abilities, I can't escape.
Just when Xu Fu was panicking, Ying Zheng walked down the hall step by step. He didn't stop until he was a few steps away from Xu Fu, and said calmly and majestically:
"He raised his head, looked at me, and told me, are there immortals in the world?"
"Yes! There are immortals!"
Xu Fu nodded like a chicken pecking at rice, then raised his head to look at Ying Zheng, and when he looked at Ying Zheng, he couldn't help but tremble all over, and quickly lowered his head again and said firmly: "There really are immortals in the world!"
"good!"
Ying Zheng said the word "good" expressionlessly, and continued to ask calmly: "Then have you ever eaten fairy fruit?"
"this"
Xu Fu was stunned for a moment, then raised his head again, trying to see something from Ying Zheng's eyes, but found that Ying Zheng's eyes were dull and could not tell what he was thinking. He couldn't help but feel cold in his heart, and he hesitated to answer.
"Um?"
Ying Zheng frowned slightly and issued a tone that was not like a human voice from his nasal cavity. Xu Fu did not dare to hesitate any longer and could only bite the bullet and said: "Yes, I have indeed eaten fairy fruit!"
"good!"
Ying Zheng said yes again, and then asked: "Then after you eat the fairy fruit, besides being able to sense the fairy island, are there any other benefits?"
"ah?"
Xu Fu was confused and looked at Ying Zheng with a puzzled expression.
What other benefits?
What is he talking about!
"What I want to ask is, does the fairy fruit have the effect of prolonging life?"
Seemingly sensing Xu Fu's confusion, Ying Zheng patiently explained.
Zhao Gao in the distance twitched his eyelids and said to himself, Your Majesty, you really want to eat people!
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