In the fifty-second year of Qi Guang's reign in the Great Zhou Dynasty, it was summer in July.
The deputy leader of the Ming Cult, Blood Wing Medicine King Yuan Tong, came out of seclusion and attacked Wanyi City at night, burning down dozens of granaries in Yixiang City and Wanyi City.
Later, he was blocked by Zhou Chengming, the leader of the Shenjing Sect, and he was severely injured and escaped.
The escape direction is Yifo City, the temple in the city, Yinchan Temple.
The Shenzuomen Chidan Shenhou and the Lord of Wanyi City went to the temple to check.
An unexpected incident occurred. In Yifo City, more than ten temples were under martial law and outsiders were not allowed to enter.
At the same time, food prices in Wanyicheng skyrocketed, reaching an unbearable level for ordinary people.
The government stepped in to stabilize grain prices and borrowed grain from large households in the city. However, a run on grain stores was like drinking doves to quench their thirst.
Riots broke out and Wanyicheng was under martial law.
Lin Mo folded the letter in his hand and placed it gently on the flame of the lamp on the table in front of him.
The night wind blew in from the window, making the firelight messy. In this mess, the letter was burned into fine ashes and disappeared into the night wind.
Sure enough, when troubled times come, many things can see their original outlines and colors more clearly. "He watched the last bit of letter paper burn up, sighed softly, stood up, and in the shadow, a figure hidden in the shadow also stood up.
He has a strong build, with a hollow chainmail hanging on his upper body, and a mask half-shaped like a goat's horn on his face.
It was Blood Hand Tunan.
As the situation in Wanyicheng became chaotic, Black Hand Tower had more and more tasks during this period. However, the world was in chaos, and the ruthless characters who were originally hiding under the water seemed to have to show their traces.
It has brought many impacts. For example, according to the investigation and evaluation of the Intelligence Hall, a small family whose strongest person is no more than a grandmaster actually has the half-dead Zhenjun Patriarch sitting in charge, causing the killers to be sent out to almost annihilate the entire army.
For example, when a killer is performing a mission, he accidentally encounters a strange and powerful person and is harmed.
The most intuitive thing is that the loss rate of Black Hand Tower tasks has been increasing during this period.
As a result, Shangguan Que had to retrain and deploy intelligence personnel and recruit assassins. He was almost too busy to move.
Therefore, Tunan was also responsible for handing over to Lin Mo.
So have you found out what happened at Wanfo Temple?" Lin Mo asked in a deep voice.
He opened the window and saw that this was a hidden stronghold in the Black Hand Building, the old part of Wanyicheng.
Outside the house is a large open space, where green onions, peppers, and some common vegetables are planted.
This place was originally dedicated to people's living arrangements to provide disguise.
"This matter needs to be reported orally. Tunan took two steps forward, bowed slightly and conducted various investigations. It seemed that the reason was that the Chidan Shenhou suspected that Wanfo Temple was supporting the Ming Cult.
Even if it was him, he couldn't help but feel frightened when he said this, and his tone became a little lower.
The Ming Cult originated three hundred years ago. The top masters have a leader, Dharma King, two deputy leaders, and four Dharma protectors. Among them, the leader Dharma King has not yet revealed his identity. He only knows that he is powerful. So Zhou Chengming suspected that he was a monk from Wanfo Temple?" Lin Mo Weiwei Frowning, "Is it because Yuan Tong fled to Wanfo Temple and disappeared without being attacked in Yifo City? I'm afraid there are other reasons?"
In Yizhou, Wanfo Temple has a very high status, which can be seen from the names of the three major urban areas of Wanyicheng.
Really speaking, even what Lingtai Sect did to Huaizhou back then couldn't be compared to it.
Whether it's status or strength.
In this way, almost half of the behemoths in Yizhou's martial arts world were built. Even if Yizhou successively served as state shepherd and military leader, they had to be treated carefully and carefully.
What's more, the current situation is not optimistic, and it is even more important to maintain stability.
Although the Chidan Shenhou was powerful, it was impossible for him to influence Yizhou's original strategic policy on his own.
This... does have some tidbits. Tunan's voice lowered a bit again, and he also looked out the window. "Last time, didn't the ruthless god Iron Hunter plan a massive hunt? Outsiders said that carefully planned hunt was a failure, but in reality However, he paid a heavy price to show his weakness to the enemy, but he wanted to lure the snake out of its hole. However, the final clue pointed to Nalanda Temple. This was what really prompted the Red Pill Lord to take action.
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So how far is the progress there now?" Lin Mo asked.
There are high-level confrontations and rumors of staged blockades not only in the temples in Yifo City, but also at the foot of Landa Mountain in Landa County, where heavy troops are surrounding the town.
It is rumored that Chen Tianxi, the state pastor, also appeared under the stone carving of Kasyapa Buddha in Namokolanda..." Tunan analyzed.
This time it feels like it’s for real...
Chen Tianxi..." Lin Mo narrowed his eyes and recalled Xiong Yuanhai's description of Fang when he arrived at Yizhou and stopped at Dongzhen Gate. This man was regarded as the first state pastor in the history of the Great Zhou Dynasty to integrate military and political affairs. .
This world is not like the previous life. If you want to be in a high position and hold great power, you must have strength to support it.
What's more, in today's troubled world, a state pastor is nothing more than a state pastor. He can also serve as the commander of Zhou Shengjun in a state. To be able to do this, his martial arts skills are truly unfathomable.
Even if the strength reaches the top level in the world today, it is not impossible.
Just wait and see. "He thought for a moment and said simply. "We will try our best not to get involved. We will not take any missions related to Landa Temple."
"Yes." Tunan nodded in response and took out a small pink notebook to write and draw. Lin Mo nodded when he saw this, then waved his hand gently, put out the light, and walked out of the room.
It was already late at night, and the bright moon in the sky was cold and shining into the courtyard. Outside the courtyard, it was very quiet due to the curfew.
Only the sound of insects could be heard from the big trees in the corner of the courtyard.
Speaking of which, he has some connections with the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple.
According to Xiao Ran, his people had met Senior Brother Qisun in Huaizhou.
But there was no news after that.
But later, Duanmu Wu from Jinjing Island came to tell him that Yan Qisun was at Wanfo Temple.
He originally wanted to go investigate in his spare time, but he could leave the matter to the Mafia Tower. After receiving little response from Chi Jie, he slowly ignored it...
Sure enough, people are always selfish... He sighed and naturally understood that this kind of neglect was due to human nature of seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages and not wanting to cause trouble. "That's all, Tunan, you can communicate with Shangguan Que and help me find someone whose dharma name is Fuhu." Lin Mo turned around and said.
yes. "
Tunan, a strong 66-year-old man, once again took out a small notebook and wrote down, "By the way, landlord, there is something I need to tell you about the inside of the building." After recording, Tunan said seriously as if something suddenly occurred to him.
The interior of the building... has always been in charge of Shangguan Que, but he did not report to me. It seems that he has neglected his duty.
Lin Wei smiled and said.
This... subordinate is overstepping his bounds!" Tunan immediately knelt down on one knee.
Ever since I went out with Lin Mo to complete several missions. He was extremely respectful to Lin Mo.
This is a habit formed since childhood. The strong are respected and the strong enjoy everything.
No need to, I don't care about that, but you have to think, it's okay to reach out, but ask yourself if you are ready to hold it. Lin Mo said.
Tunan's eyes flickered, and his head lowered a bit again. "There have been rumors in the building recently that someone is targeting our building. The evidence is that the master at the top has mysteriously disappeared and has stopped completing tasks in the near future.
He said solemnly, "My subordinates have already identified the person who first spread the rumor, but this matter is true. Therefore, it is up to the poster to decide how to deal with it."
Oh?" Lin Mo was stunned, "As far as I know, some of the tasks in the building were completed by Chi Su from the Hai Clan. You mean, they haven't taken on tasks recently?:
"Yes, even if we want to contact them during this period, we can't. In the past, we could contact them in both directions," Tu Nan explained.
of. "
"Don't worry about it for now. As for Liu, let's have an interview first. If someone makes a false statement or pushes them, we will control them. Hairen's affairs have nothing to do with us." Lin Mo said calmly.
During this period, I have a feeling that something big will happen. You'd better be careful. If you are in danger, activating the magic seal I planted in your body can save your life.
Tunan put one hand on his chest and nodded in agreement.
At first, Lin Mo planted a demon mark in his body. He thought it was some kind of control method.
He once rose up to resist.
Although he was ruthlessly suppressed, he did not give in, but kept this hatred deeply in his heart.
However, when he encountered danger during a mission, he escaped with his magic seal and gained his life.
Slowly I felt relieved, after all, the strong dominated everything.
A big boss like Lin Mo can't possibly want anything from him. At most, he can only have some backup just in case. This is human nature and is understandable.
"Okay, that's it for today. Lin Mo paused for a moment and looked at the man in front of him. "You will be fully responsible to me for everything in the building from now on. I will explain it to Shangguan Que, both inside and outside."
Tunan, who was kneeling on one knee, was stunned for a moment, and then the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised under his horned mask.
He forcibly resisted the pull down, then put his hands together and raised his palms upward.
"yes!"
afterwards.
Shangguan Que naturally said nothing. The latter was actually relieved, just like before, doing his own thing with peace of mind.
It can be seen that this handsome old man really regards the Black Hand Building as his own career.
One should develop according to plan.
Lin Mo was practicing silently, focusing on his practice, constantly digesting the training materials he obtained on Jinjing Island last time, especially the palm of Taoist Yuanyi.
The latter is simply a great tonic for practicing the Nine Heavens Yuan Yi Qing Ling Tong Yi Chapter, which changes him almost in a day.
At the same time, on the premise that he had no shortage of resources, he began to transfer resources to the Lingtai Sect, which was building a branch temple in Yizhou.
Now, with the help of the Xiang clan, although he had to allocate some resources, he still had the entire fifteenth hell in his hands.
Just looking at the harvest of elixirs, spiritual herbs, minerals and stones, the harvest has increased several times compared to before.
It can be said that it is more than enough to supply a branch sect and a few true kings, any number will be enough.
However, during this period, the turmoil in Wanyi City did not stop, but intensified.
The government borrowed money from major families in the city to purchase grain. Although the grain purchasing channels in the city temporarily returned to normal, it was still affected by the initial food shortage crisis.
Almost most of the people are persistent and trying every means to hoard food to cause another run.
The government had to issue a purchase restriction notice.
However, just as the turmoil subsided, some news came out from among the people, saying that the former lover was responsible for the Landa Temple.
In Landa Temple, a large amount of spiritual grains and elixirs have been stockpiled for the purpose of housing rare goods.
So early one morning, hundreds of people were led by others to attack a small temple in Yifo City, hoping to steal food. Unfortunately, a senior monk was sitting in the temple that day.
The riot was easily suppressed, but during the purge process, dozens of lives were lost.
The flame of hatred was ignited, whether it was fanned by someone with ulterior motives, and several similar incidents occurred in the following days.
At the same time, State Shepherd Chen Tianxi announced that he would conduct military training in Landa County. During the training period, major arteries were occupied and traffic was strictly prohibited.
Immediately, the incense in Landa Temple dropped sharply in Yizhou, a place with a very strong Buddhist atmosphere.
The reputation of Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple is slowly changing.
After another half month, Lin Wei finally figured out the origin of the rumor that Tu Nan was referring to in the Black Hand Tower.
Big bang!
Bursts of thunder rolled among the clouds and spread into the distance.
Dark clouds like black mountains stretched across the sky, showing their majesty and depth. In less than a blink of an eye, large raindrops fell one after another, forming a continuous line and pouring down, dragging the earth into a hazy mist.
Outside Wanyi City, in a valley, several birds and beasts flew from time to time, flying diagonally towards the sky against the wind and rain, and finally got into the forest.
In the valley, there is a huge pool.
The water in the pool was light green. The heavy rain fell at this time, and the lake surface was full of small ripples.
From outside the valley, a man wearing a black robe and a white vortex mask spoke slowly and slowly.
Walk in rationally.
He held a scarlet oil-paper umbrella in his hand, with strange black tree shadows embroidered on the umbrella.
The contrast between black and red gives people a strange sense of beauty.
The man walked to the lake and raised his head. The eyes on his mask were as dark as a whirlpool. This man was naturally Lin Mo.
He looked at the lake in front of him.
There was his reflection in the lake, but it was quickly shattered by the heavy rainwater, and then another face emerged that he hadn't seen for a long time. Lin Mo looked at that face and said softly.
Black dragon..." The face 56 in the water kept changing and began to bulge.
Soon, someone walked out.
Its entire body is composed of water, and it wears a shell leather armor.
It was Shen Shui whom I hadn't seen for a long time since the last time we said goodbye.
Originally, Lin Mo didn't care. After all, the people in Chisu were quite eccentric and elusive.
He was like this, and so were the others. However, after receiving Tunan's report, he felt something was wrong, so he contacted Su Jing.
Unexpectedly, he couldn't be contacted either.
Finally, he found it all the way through the death soul energy he left on him when the two met last time. "How did you find this place? I remember that I sealed the Su Ring." There was not much joy on Shen Shui's face. , instead he looked solemnly, looked around, and then clasped his hands together.
The falling raindrops in the sky suddenly began to merge and intertwine, and finally formed a water curtain, covering the two of them.
