In a small courtyard, the Jinlian Taoist priest kept the book fragments and frowned in silence.
Everyone in the Earth Tome chat group was a person of great fortune. He did not want to see any of them die.
"The battle between the Immortals is a matter for the elders. There's no need to fight to the death between the juniors. If I don't intervene, with Li Miaozhen's stubbornness and Number Four's drive, one will die and the other will be injured.
"It's not convenient for the Earth Sect to intervene in the battle between the Immortals. Number Six isn't good with words, and Number One's identity is inconvenient … I should push Xu Qi 'an out to smooth things over. Let him intervene in the battle between the Immortals and reduce the hostility between Li Miaozhen and Number Four. This way, I can answer to the sect and not fight to the death.
"But his cultivation is a little weak. He doesn't have the right to intervene in the battle between Li Miaozhen and Number Four, unless he can cultivate copper skin and iron bones in a short period of time."
It would be difficult to cultivate copper skin and iron bones in a short period of time.
The Jinlian Taoist priest frowned. He thought for a long time but could not come up with a suitable idea. Then, a sharp cat's cry came from the courtyard.
A few moments later, an orange cat happily left with its tail raised up high.
In the house, the Jinlian Taoist priest lay on the bed, his expression peaceful.
…
After breakfast, Xu Qi 'an rode the filly and brought Zhong Li to the Night Watcher's Office.
"I can't guarantee that you can enter the Night Watcher's Office, especially the Pavilion of Noble Spirit." Xu Qi 'an turned his head and said to Zhong Li.
She did not ride a horse. She followed the filly step by step, as if she was taking a stroll after a meal.
Shrinking the ground into an inch … Xu Qi 'an saw this and was secretly envious.
As soon as they stepped into the Night Watcher's Office, a silver gong hurried out with a dozen other gongs and bumped into Xu Qi 'an.
The silver gong stopped to greet them and noticed Zhong Li, who was wearing a linen robe and had disheveled hair. He asked, "Is this a Jianghu person who broke the law? Why didn't you tie her up? "
Xu Qi'an was taken aback. He deliberated and asked, "Why do you say that?"
Silver Gong explained, "You weren't on duty yesterday, so you don't know. Duke Wei announced yesterday that the Battle of the Heavens will be held in three months.
"Before that, the outstanding disciples of Renzong and Tenzō will compete first. For many Jianghu swordsmen, this is a once in a lifetime grand occasion.
"Because of this, many people from the pugilistic world have come to the capital because of its fame, wanting to watch the duel between the disciples of the Celestial Sect and the Mortal Sect. My colleagues in the yamen are all guarding the city gates, registering the Jianghu people entering the city and screening for possible spies from other countries. "
Hmm? I didn't know that Number Four and Number Two had such high statuses in the pugilistic world … I didn't feel it at all. Maybe it's because I'm a eunuch's son … Xu Qi 'an nodded and bade farewell to the silver gong.
He arranged for Zhong Li to stay in Li Yuchun's Spring Wind Hall, while he himself went to the Vast Spirit Building.
Zhong Li was the fifth disciple of the Supervisor. Her status was considered noble, but it was useless. She couldn't see Wei Yuan.
After being informed by the imperial guard, Xu Qi 'an went to the tea room on the seventh floor.
Wei Yuan stood in front of the huge map. He was still wearing the same green robe. His hair was simply tied up with a black jade hairpin. His hands were behind his back, and his robe sleeves were hanging down.
In terms of temperament, appearance, and talent, Wei Yuan was the best among the middle-aged and old people that Xu Qi 'an had seen. In terms of appearance, Erlang and Nangong Qianrou were the best among the younger generation.
But in terms of overall strength, Xu Qi 'an felt that Xu Dalang was a cut above him. He was the well-deserved outstanding talent and the best.
"Your appointment letter is on the table. Bring it to the Literary Selection Department later to get the relevant waist token and uniform."
Wei Yuan didn't turn around, but pointed at the table.
Xu Qi 'an looked at the table and saw a promotion letter with Wei Yuan's seal.
The night watchman was Wei Yuan's word. He could promote and demote whoever he wanted. Therefore, Xu Qi 'an wasn't worried about his promotion to Silver Gong.
"After becoming a Silver Gong, you don't have to go out to patrol the streets. You can sit in the hall and have more free time." Wei Yuan hinted, "You have good talent. You shouldn't waste your time on official business."
"This is the first time I've seen a boss say to an employee," You shouldn't waste your time on trivial things like work. "Xu Qi 'an regretted not having met such a good leader in his previous life. He worked hard as a social animal for almost ten years.
He picked up the promotion letter and was about to say goodbye when he heard Wei Yuan say, "Don't be in a hurry to leave. Soon, Renzong and Tenzō's disciples will fight. I'm afraid the capital won't be peaceful during this time. There will be many Jianghu people causing trouble and fighting."
"I understand. I will maintain the security of the inner city." Xu Qi 'an immediately said.
Wei Yuan nodded slowly and continued, "You've met Li Miaozhen in Yunzhou. What's your impression of her?"
Li Miaozhen's identity as Tenzō's disciple had been confessed to Inspector Zhang and Jiang Lvzhong when they were in the White Emperor City. After Xu Qi 'an died in battle, Inspector Zhang sent a memorial back to the capital during the suppression of the bandits, describing the outstanding contribution of Tenzō's disciple, Li Miaozhen, in the suppression of the bandits.
He begged the imperial court to confer her an official position.
Of course, it was rejected. Luo Yuheng was Daibun's Nation Master, and Renzong and Tenzō were like fire and water. Wasn't this a joke?
"My feelings for her …" Xu Qi 'an thought for a while and felt that it could be summed up in one sentence: General and I took off our battle robes and spent the spring night in a lotus tent.
"It's just two disciples. Duke Wei doesn't have to care so much, does he?" Xu Qi 'an said.
"The attitude of the disciples determines the attitude of the elders in the sect." Wei Yuan came back to his senses and looked at him. He said in a serious tone,
"Tenzō's Taoist Chief is in the first rank."
Xu Qi 'an was both shocked and not shocked by this answer. Among the three sects of Taoism, Tenzō was the most powerful. The Taoist Chief of Renzong and the Earth Sect were in the second rank. If Tenzō was not in the first rank, how could she be so powerful?
But if that was the case, wouldn't Renzong's Luo Yuheng lose for sure?
Xu Qi 'an didn't care about Luo Yuheng's chances of winning. He understood Wei Yuan's meaning. If the fight between the disciples was not handled properly, the Taoist Chiefs of the Heaven and Man Sects would fight to the death.
The first and second ranks were the most powerful in the world. Even the wise Wei Yuan didn't dare to be careless. Even the most powerful person in Daibun's capital, the Supervisor, was only in the first rank.
"Duke Wei, there's something I haven't told you." Xu Qi 'an planned to report the inside story of the Heaven & Earth Society.
Wei Yuan replied with a "hmm" and didn't say anything.
"Li Miaozhen is a member of the Heaven & Earth Society and is in charge of the second fragment. The disciple sent by Renzong should be the number one swordsman in the capital that you mentioned, "Xu Qi 'an reported.
This news was beyond Wei Yuan's expectations. He left the map and sat down at the table. "Tell me about it," he said in a low voice.
Xu Qi 'an immediately told him about the conversation in the Earth Book Group last night.
"Your information is timely." Wei Yuan nodded in appreciation.
The reason why he "doted on" the gong was complicated. There were many factors. First of all, it was his character, which was trustworthy and guaranteed. Second was his talent. Xu Qi 'an's talent was worthy of his nurturing.
Next was his character. This was different from his character. Xu Qi 'an was smart, slippery, and knew how to flatter others. However, he had his own principles.
Last but not least, he always managed to surprise Wei Yuan. Whether it was solving the case or the current information, he always showed Wei Yuan how useful he was.
This made Wei Yuan feel gratified. This was not a sapling that could not do anything and needed his care and support.
This was a clear difference from the geniuses of those families who were talented but terrible at handling matters.
"Try to cooperate with the Jinlian Taoist priest," Wei Yuan said without thinking.
Seeing that Xu Qi 'an was confused, he explained, "Jinlian established the Heaven & Earth Society to search for the possessors of the Earth Book's fragments in the Land of the Nine States. His original intention was to clean up the sect and eliminate the Taoist Masters who had joined the Devil."
Xu Qi 'an nodded. He was the one who told Wei Yuan about Jinlian's motive.
"In that case, he will not let the possessors of the Earth Book's fragments die. He will try to mediate. However, he is from the Earth Sect. The Earth Sect has always maintained a neutral position. It is not convenient for them to interfere directly. He will most likely ask for your help."
"How can I help? Heh, heh …" Xu Qi 'an's smile gradually stiffened.
Wei Yuan did not know that his little silver gong had pretended to be cool in the Earth Book's chat group. Thus, he did not notice the change in Xu Qi 'an's expression.
He changed the topic and said, "The Western Sect will arrive at the capital soon."
Xu Qi 'an was stunned. How did Wei Yuan know that the Western Sect was coming to the capital? He immediately understood. The Western Sect's visit to Daibun's capital would not be sudden.
It was like the meeting between the heads of state of two countries. They had to notify each other in advance and make an appointment.
"The Spring Quarter Examination, the Western Sect, and the Battle of Heaven and Man … This is going to be difficult." Xu Qi 'an's heart was heavy.
At that moment, the sound of gongs and drums came from downstairs. There were faint shouts, "There's a fire, there's a fire …"
A fire?!
Xu Qi 'an had been a night watchman for half a year. This was the first time he had encountered such a thing. The next moment, his heart sank. He had a bad feeling.
"Wei, Duke Wei, I'll leave first …"
He quickly got up, cupped his hands, and rushed out of the Grand Qi Building. He looked around for a moment and found that the officials and night watchmen were carrying buckets of water and madly rushing in the direction of Spring Wind Hall.
…
A quarter of an hour later, the fire was put out by a Jinluo on duty in the yamen. Spring Wind Hall was set on fire and turned into ruins. Fortunately, no one was injured or killed.
The Jinluo was very angry and ordered the night watchmen to find out the cause of the fire.
In a secluded courtyard, Zhong Li squatted on the ground with her hair burnt and curly. Her linen robe was burned through several holes, revealing her delicate skin.
"I was staying in the room. I don't know how it caught on fire. If you stayed a little longer, I might have been cooked …" She said with lingering fear.
"You're a Fifth Grade Warlock. How could ordinary fire hurt you?"
Zhong Li said, "I was meditating just now and something went wrong with my Qi circulation."
"…"
Xu Qi 'an couldn't bear to see her like this. "I'll take you to take a bath and change your clothes."
…
At dusk, Xu Xinnian left the examination hall after the first exam. He followed the students out of the gate and came to the street. He looked around for a moment and found that his parents, big brother, and little sister didn't come to pick him up.
"Father and big brother should still be on duty. It's not convenient for mother and little sister to go out alone …" Xu Erlang comforted himself.
He carried his book case and planned to walk back to the mansion. He didn't forget to cast a buff on himself. He patted his thigh and chanted,
"Lithe as a swallow!"
An invisible force wrapped around him. When he walked, it was as if the wind was helping him. He walked no slower than a carriage.
Suddenly, someone laughed in front of him. "Lithe as a swallow!"
Xu Xinnian stopped and looked in the direction of the voice. A swordsman in a green robe with a sword on his back was standing on the street. He was handsome and unruly. He looked very young, but the white hair hanging on his forehead showed that he had experienced the vicissitudes of life.
Before Xu Xinnian could speak, the swordsman laughed and said, "The first exam of the spring examination is over. According to my habit, I have to go to the Musical House with my classmates to celebrate in the next three days.
"That was nine years ago. I think the courtesans from back then are already old and faded, or they've found a good man. I heard that the Musical House in the capital has a top courtesan who is good at both poetry and zither. Her reputation has spread across all the provinces. I want to go and see her.
"Brother, why don't we go together?"
Xu Xinnian listened quietly. There was only one thought in his mind: This man is a fool.
He talked like they were very familiar with each other. Moreover, he winked at him … But Xu Xinnian was very sure that he didn't know this guy at all.
"What's going on today? I met an inexplicable monk before entering, and then I met a silly swordsman …" Xu Xinnian ignored him and quickly ran away.
"Boys should protect themselves when they are outside."
…
In the afterglow of the setting sun, the red sunset glow hung on the horizon. Xu Qi'an came to the Musical House with Zhong Li.
"I don't know if Fu Xiang's illness has been cured. Women in this era are weak and often catch a cold."
Xu Qi'an was going to take Zhong Li to see Fu Xiang and give her a diagnosis.
Zhong Li was still wearing a linen robe. After taking a bath, her hair was messy and scattered to cover her face.
Xu Qi'an guessed that she was ugly or had some scars on her face, so she didn't show her real face.
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