Chapter 356

In the Vast Spirit Building.

Jiang Lvzhong sat by the desk, holding a cup of tea served by an official. He blew at it, sipped it, and sighed with emotion.

"I remember I had a cup of tea at Duke Wei's place last year. It was refreshing and lingered in my mouth for six hours."

Standing in front of the bookshelf, Wei Yuan turned his back to him and said lightly, "That's the tribute tea from the palace. Only 1.5 liters are produced every three years. His Majesty is reluctant to drink it."

"No wonder …" Jiang Lvzhong was suddenly enlightened and asked curiously, "Where does such a magical tea come from?"

"From the capital."

"There's such good tea in the capital? How come I've never heard of it? "

"A woman planted it. She lives in the capital, so this tea is produced in the capital." Wei Yuan's voice was gentle and mellow.

Jiang Lvzhong nodded and did not ask more. Although the tea was good, he was a Warrior and was not passionate about tea. He came to the Vast Spirit Building with a clear purpose.

"Today I heard from Ning Yan that he is like a fish in water in the Musical House and is deeply loved by the top courtesans. There is a reason," Jiang Lvzhong said.

"Beauties love poetry, especially prostitutes." Wei Yuan smiled.

"No." Jiang Lvzhong shook his head. "In addition to poetry, there are two secrets, namely, 'Talk deep with strangers' and 'Do it to the end.' I've been studying for a long time and got nothing … Of course, it's not that I want to be that kind of person. I'm just curious. "

"Duke Wei is very knowledgeable and knows everything about astronomy and geography. So I'm here to ask for advice. I think Duke Wei should be very knowledgeable."

After that, Jiang Lvzhong saw Duke Wei turn around and stare at him quietly.

After staring for more than ten seconds, Wei Yuan withdrew his gaze and said casually, "Lvzhong, you've been with me for almost ten years, right?"

"Yes."

"In the past ten years, you've been conscientious and conscientious. I've seen it and am very pleased." Wei Yuan took out a book and said,

"Well, I'm going to continue reading. You can leave now."

Jiang Lvzhong left in a daze and returned to his own hall.

Before he sat down, an official came in, bowed, and said, "Jiang Jinluo, Duke Wei has an order."

"Didn't he just drive me away …" Jiang Lvzhong asked, "What's the matter?"

"Duke Wei said that Jiang Jinluo is conscientious and conscientious and should continue to do so. For the next month, the night watch duty will be handed over to you. "

After a pause, the official continued, "Duke Wei also said that he hoped that Jiang Jinluo would pack up and move to the yamen. "Jinluo, Jinluo, and Jinluo."

“？？？”

Was this an order for a diligent and conscientious subordinate? "Jinluo" "If I stay on duty all night for a month, doesn't it mean that I can't go to the Musical House for the next month, and I can't even touch women?

Jiang "Jiang"

"…

Xu Qi 'an waited for two hours, a whole two hours.

Fortunately, I didn't drink too much water on my way here. Otherwise, it would have been awkward … The sun isn't strong enough to bring out my sadness … He waited patiently, neither complaining nor rushing me.

However, Xu Qi 'an noticed that every quarter of an hour, a palace maid would sneakily stand in the courtyard and look at the door.

Xu Qi 'an pretended not to notice.

Second Princess Lin An, who also had peach blossom eyes and a charming and affectionate temperament, sat in the pavilion angrily and directed two personal maids to play Gomoku.

Second Princess Lin An, who also had peach blossom eyes and a charming and affectionate temperament, sat in the pavilion angrily, directing two personal palace maids to play five-in-a-row chess.

The two maids had no experience at all, but they dared not disobey the angry second princess.

"Princess, your excellency Xu is still waiting outside." The little maid came to report regularly.

"Princess, Lord Xu is still waiting outside." The little palace maid came to report regularly.

Lin An hummed in a reserved manner and there was no follow-up.

After a quarter of an hour, she went to check on the situation again. Seeing that Xu Qi 'an was still there, she was touched.

After a quarter of an hour, she went to check on the situation again. Seeing that Xu Qi 'an was still there, she felt a little touched.

Our princess is always throwing tantrums. Isn't this driving a handsome man like Lord Xu to Princess Huai Qing … As this thought flashed through her mind, she saw Lord Xu's body suddenly sway and fall straight to the ground, unconscious.

"Our princess is always throwing tantrums. Isn't this driving your excellency Xu to Princess Huaiqing …" As this thought flashed through her mind, she saw your excellency Xu suddenly tremble and fall straight to the ground, unconscious.

"Your excellency Xu, your excellency Xu?" The little maid anxiously pushed him, looking like she was about to cry.

"Your excellency Xu, your excellency Xu?" The little maid anxiously pushed him, looking like she was about to cry.

Xu Qi 'an' faintly 'woke up. He covered his chest, coughed a few times and waved his hand, "I'm fine. I'm fine. I was seriously injured during the fight and stood for too long just now. My injury relapsed. I'll be fine after a short rest."

The little maid was distressed and moved, "Your excellency Xu, you should go back first. The second princess is still angry. She won't see you."

"Her Highness is angry?"

Xu Qi 'an was shocked and asked, "What's wrong with Her Highness? Who was the blind person who made Her Highness angry?"

The little maid was speechless for a moment. She thought that the person who made Her Highness angry was you.

She whispered, "The guards of Shaoyin Garden saw your excellency Xu enter the palace and went to Dexin Garden."

Xu Qi 'an was silent.

The little maid was disappointed when she saw that he did not explain. She said, "Your excellency Xu should go back. Come back another day when Her Highness is not angry anymore."

After that, she left Xu Qi 'an and went into the courtyard.

She walked all the way to the pavilion in the inner courtyard and said in a hurry, "Your Highness, your excellency Xu just fainted."

Lin An suddenly raised his head. A stunned and nervous expression flashed across his face. He then suppressed it and said lightly, "Fainted?"

"Your excellency Xu said that he stood for too long. The injury he got from yesterday's fight is relapsing again." The little maid lowered her head and said.

"I didn't ask him to wait … You two idiots don't even know how to play chess."

Lin An scolded irritably. He turned to the little maid and said, "If he hasn't left, let him come in."

…

Xu Qi 'an was brought to the side hall. He drank a mouthful of hot tea and waited for a long time before he saw the red dress come in. She had a round face and beautiful facial features. Her face was cold and her charming eyes pretended to be cold.

"Didn't I say that I don't see guests? Why did you let him in? "

Lin An scolded Xu Qi 'an. His eyes then fell on Xu Qi' an. After looking at him for a while, he seemed to be relieved and said,

"Your excellency Xu has worked hard for the imperial court. I won't let you get injured for nothing. Hong 'er, bring the things in."

The palace maid, who had been slapped on the butt by Xu Qi 'an, retreated. A moment later, she came in with the servants of the courtyard. They were holding some pills and nourishing herbs.

"I took these herbs and elixirs from the Imperial Pharmacy. Your excellency Xu can take them away." Lin An said reservedly.

"Your Highness begged for a long time before His Majesty reluctantly gave them away." Hong 'er added.

"Who asked you to talk so much!" She frowned and took a deep breath. "Hong 'er, see the guest out."

Xu Qi 'an didn't leave.

Both sides were in a deadlock for a while. Xu Baihuo said shamelessly, "I have studied Five in a Row for a long time and came up with a secret that can kill all the opponents in the world. Does Your Highness dare to accept the challenge?"

Sure enough, Lian An fell into the trap and nodded to accept the challenge.

So she asked the maid to bring the chessboard and chess pieces. She and Xu Qi 'an fought for three hundred rounds in the hall. Xu Qi' an lost three out of three rounds and had no choice but to admit defeat.

"Your Highness is really smart. I admire you." Xu Qi 'an took the opportunity to flatter her.

She slightly raised her chin and said "Hmm" in a very reserved manner. She suddenly remembered that he was an ungrateful wretch, so she snorted.

"The game is over. I won't keep your excellency Xu."

"Don't worry. I thought of a new way to play. If Your Highness is interested, I can teach you." Xu Qi 'an's trick was to make an old sow wear a bra.

The quiet Shaoyin Garden suddenly became lively. She directed the guards in the garden to cut the wood, and Xu Qi 'an cut the wood into sections.

"You go get the dye … and you go get the carving knife …"

After commanding the guards, she began to command the palace maids. She was full of energy with a smile in her eyes and eyebrows.

The two palace maids took the order and left. They talked as they walked.

"Not long ago, Her Highness was so angry that she threw a cup. Her eyes were red … your excellency Xu is really capable. He didn't even say anything nice, but Her Highness actually forgave him."

"Her Highness was just angry. She didn't really hate your excellency Xu. Let me tell you, if he left, Her Highness would be really sad."

"Ahem!"

The man's deep cough came from behind. The two palace maids were startled and jumped like frightened deer. They looked back and saw that it was Xu Qi 'an.

"Your excellency Xu is too much. You scared us." Hong 'er complained.

Xu Qi 'an casually flirted with the two pretty palace maids and then went to the main topic.

"I want to ask you something. When did Her Highness prepare those priceless elixirs?"

"Those elixirs were taken by Her Majesty himself. It is said that there are only 24 elixirs in one furnace. It takes 24 batches to successfully make one furnace. Yesterday, Her Highness made trouble in Her Majesty's place for a long time. Her Majesty couldn't bear it anymore and gave her one elixir. "

He 'er said, "Then she immediately sent someone to invite your excellency Xu this morning. Who would have thought …" The other palace maid added.

"Go!"

Xu Qi 'an slapped their buttocks and drove the two palace maids away.

He returned as if nothing had happened and continued with his work. He carved the pieces of wood into flat shapes and then carved on them.

During the process, Lin An also helped to carve. She had studied and practiced martial arts. Although she was not good at literature or martial arts, she had a solid foundation.

It was not a problem to carve the wood into a flat shape.

Unknowingly, the sun moved west. Xu Qi 'an's new chess piece was ready — Chinese chess!

Looking at the two sets of Chinese chess that he and his dog servant had made, Pingan revealed a sincere smile. In an instant, all the flowers paled in comparison. In his eyes, there was only the charming smile of a beauty.

"It's getting late. I'll explain the rules to Her Highness. It's almost time to leave the palace." After Xu Qi 'an finished speaking, he waved the palace maids away.

Pingan looked at the sun. Her smile gradually faded and she nodded.

Xu Qi 'an explained the rules of Chinese chess seriously, but Pingan was listening absent-mindedly. She was very angry today. Pingan had to admit that she had tried to rope in Xu Qi' an purely to grab Huaiqing's things.

But slowly, she liked this dog servant more and more. She changed ways to give him money and treated him well. She never asked him to do anything for her. As long as he took time to play with her, Pingan was very happy.

But there had always been a thorn in her heart. It was that Xu Qi 'an and Huaiqing had always maintained an "improper" relationship.

He had promised to work for her to get rid of Huaiqing, but he still secretly kept in touch with Huaiqing. Wasn't it improper?

She pretended not to see it. Once, twice, three times … Today, it finally broke out. In order to ask for the elixir, she was scolded by her father. But she had to be thick-skinned to endure it. The next day, she sent someone to invite Xu Qi 'an and waited happily.

What she waited for was a sentence from the guard: "He went to Dexin Court."

For a moment, Pingan felt that she had lost all her dignity. She felt that she was shameless. In fact, Xu Qi 'an did not take her seriously at all. No, he treated her like a fool.

She felt sad and wanted to cry.

"Alas!"

Suddenly, Xu Qi 'an let out a long sigh and said in a low voice, "Your Highness, I just went to De Xin Yuan."

Pingan's face fell instantly. She turned her face away and said, "I don't know what Dexin Court is. You came to me after you entered the palace."

"No, I just went to see Princess Huaiqing first."

"Xu Qi 'an!"

Pingan shouted and turned around. Her eyes were slightly red. "Does he have to expose me for deceiving myself? Can't he consider my feelings?"

Xu Qi 'an sighed again and looked at the sun hanging in the west. His eyes became deep and meaningful, as if there were countless stories and life experiences hidden in them.

He slowly said word by word, "Her Highness, I don't know if you have heard of this saying?"

Pingan was silent.

"There are many sceneries and people in life, but the choice you make in the end is what you want the most."

Pingan was stunned and looked at him blankly.

"Today, Her Highness and Princess Huaiqing invited me at the same time. I went to see Princess Huaiqing without any hesitation. Why? It's not because she is far better than Her Highness in my heart. "

Xu Qi 'an stood up and looked a little excited, "If I came to Shaoyin Court first, I couldn't stay for a long time. I would have to leave after a few words and go to Dexin Court to see her. Oh, can I turn a blind eye to Princess Huaiqing's invitation?

"But if I go to Dexin Court first, I can stay here with Her Highness until the palace gate is closed. Isn't it obvious who is more important in my heart, Her Highness or Huaiqing? "

Pingan's eyes gradually softened, and his expression changed from cold to gentle.

Xu Qi 'an sat down again and stared at Lin' an with the meaningful eyes that he used to watch the sunset just now. He said softly, "Because I know that Her Highness needs company."

This sentence poked at the softest part of Pingan's heart. Yes, she was lonely and lonely.

After the Crown Prince's brother was confined, her mother cried to her all day and told her that the Empress had ulterior motives. The attitude of her brothers and sisters also became colder.

Her father was still her father, but Lin 'an was no longer the Lin' an of the past. At least she realized that her father doted on her completely because she was harmless.

A charming and proud princess on the outside, but a lonely girl lived in her heart.

Xu Qi 'an glanced around and confirmed that the palace maids who had been dismissed were not nearby. He boldly held Lin' an's soft little hand and said in a sincere tone,

"Her Highness, I will always be with you."

The temperature from the back of her hand was a little hot. Lin 'an's cheeks blushed, and there seemed to be a warm current in her heart.

Time slipped away quietly. Xu Qi 'an held her hand and did not let go. An ambiguous atmosphere fermented and brewed between them.

"Her Highness, it's getting late. I'll go back first. If you want to see me every day, you can move to Lin 'an Mansion. You don't have to live in the palace. "Xu Qi' an whispered.

…

In the afterglow of the setting sun, Xu Qi 'an led the little mare and walked in the imperial city.

"Little mare, according to my many years of experience in picking up girls, if I can hold Lin 'an's hand this time, I can hold her next time … Girls should be pursued. If you don't pursue them, they will not be yours.

"I heard a joke before. A scumbag said to his girlfriend: Your parents treat you well because you are their daughter. Only I treat you well because I really love you.

"Although it's a fallacious reason, I think it's also a reason. Lin 'an treats me well. She really treats me well. She doesn't mix it with too much use and interest. Of course, the latter may be the world of adults.

"Although she is a little stupid, she is a beautiful vase, but this vase emptied herself to be good to you.

"If you want to say who is the most suitable to be a wife, it is still Chu Caiwei. She is the most delicious and has the least sequela. Lin 'an and Huaiqing are too dangerous.

"In fact, with my current status, I don't have any requirements for women. I only hope that they can be strict with themselves."

Speaking to this point, the little mare nudged him with her head and snorted twice.

"You also want me to make a request for you?"

Xu Qi 'an thought for a moment and said, "Your words, en, don't be dismissive because you are small!"

…

In the Prince's Mansion, Wang Zhenwen, who had just returned from duty, had his dinner and went into the study to read the reports as usual. At his age, women were dispensable.

Perhaps it was because of the stimulation of the Yuanjing Emperor's white hair turning black, the officials in the court were not close to women. They were very particular about health.

However, the Yuanjing Emperor had Renzong to guide his cultivation and Renzong to refine pills for him. This was a treatment that the officials in the court could not enjoy.

Simu Wang came in with a nourishing soup. Then, under the excuse of tidying up the desk, she peeked at her father's reports and comments. Sometimes, she would even ask all sorts of outrageous questions.

"I heard from the people in the mansion that the Yunlu Academy's Huiyuan came to the Literature Conference today?" Wang Zhenwen asked.

"En, and he even had a conflict with Minister Sun's niece."

Wang Simu told the whole story to her father and snorted, "You're right, you're right.

"Father, I thought that Xu Huiyuan was a talent, so I invited him. Who would have thought that he would be an emotional fellow who doesn't know how to endure. He's a mediocre person. Father, you have to teach him a good lesson and help Little Sister Yan 'er vent her anger. "

Wang Shoufu's view of things was not so superficial. He said in a low voice, "A student from the Yunlu Academy has walked the path of Confucian cultivation. His nature is not bad at all.

"To be able to win Huiyuan as a student from the Yunlu Academy, he is indeed a rare talent. As for the conflict between you juniors, it's not something to be seen in public. "

The corner of Miss Wang's mouth twitched. She immediately said, "It seems that Daughter's thoughts coincide with Father's. Then, Father, do you think it's possible to rope him in?"

"Rope him in? Why should we rope him in? Even if he's a talent, there's no need for him. It's not wise to offend the civil officials from the Imperial College. Besides, I'm the Grand Secretary of the dynasty. I'm a role model for civil officials. "Wang Shoufu shook his head.

"It's precisely because I'm a role model for civil officials that there's little resistance if you try to rope him in. I feel that if I can rope him in, I can deal a blow to the arrogance of the Yunlu Academy and obtain a good general. It's the best of both worlds. "

Miss Wang looked as though she was analyzing the situation and thinking for her father's sake.

"There's no special reason. The disadvantages of recruiting him outweigh the advantages." Wang Zhenwen shook his head.

Miss Wang wanted to say a few more words, but she immediately dispelled the thought when her father shot her a glance.

She would not overdo it.

There's no special reason … It's just as well. I want to observe him for a period of time … Simu Wang thought happily.

…

Southern City, Health Hall.

In the woodshed, the golden light slowly extinguished. Monk Jing Chen comforted the black dog and let him fall into a sweet dream.

"Amitabha!"

The middle-aged monk with thick earlobes had a benevolent look on his face as he said in a deep voice, "It's a miracle that this child can live to this day."

"The Celestial Commissioner's warlock treated his illness. It was through your excellency Xu's connections," said Hengy Yuan beside him.

"I've been traveling the mortal world all these years and have seen countless joys and sorrows. All life is suffering. This Penniless Monk often wonders why the ten thousand Buddhist lamps are unable to illuminate the layers of darkness in the world.

"It was only yesterday when I gained insight into the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma that I realized that the pursuit of grades and the taste of Arhat and Bodhisattva is to redeem oneself. Redeeming all life is the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma. If everyone is benevolent, would there still be a need for Buddhist lamps in the world? There's no need. "

Monk Jing Chen said wistfully.

Hengy Yuan nodded and pressed his palms together. "Your excellency Xu is truly a godly person."

Monk Jing Chen pressed his palms together. "He's a Bodhisattva that he was born with. He's a great gift from the heavens to Buddhism. I believe that one day, he will be enlightened and enter the Buddhist Gate. "

"I look forward to that day." Hengy Yuan's heart was burning with passion.

Jingchen nodded and continued, "This child's body is weak, and his intelligence has been damaged. He won't be able to recover in a short period of time. This Penniless Monk's suggestion is to send him to the Azure Dragon Temple. As for you, it's time for you to head west.

"You also know that after the eighth rank is the third rank. The third rank is called Vajra. If you don't cultivate the Vajra Divine Technique, you will never be able to become a Vajra."

Hengy Yuan hesitated for a long time before he slowly shook his head. "Martial Uncle, you just said that saving oneself is the Hinayana, and saving all living beings is the Mahayana."

Jingchen was taken aback as he lowered his head and pressed his palms together in shame. "Uncle-Master is right. You are indeed more intelligent. Fine, fine. "

Although he had comprehended the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma, it was a habit that he had cultivated for decades. It was not easy to change.

This was the difference between having an epiphany and not having an epiphany. Dhu Lohan had an epiphany, so he would no longer have similar thoughts.

"Granduncle-Master will be bringing us back to the Western Regions tomorrow," said Jing Chen.

"So soon? Are we not investigating the matter regarding the evil entity? "

"The evil entity has been free for months. There's no rush. Granduncle-Master wishes to return to the Western Regions first to promote the Mahayana Buddhist Dharma, "Jing Chen explained.

After sending Jing Chen off, Hengy Yuan was about to turn around when he suddenly saw an old Daoist priest standing in the darkness of the courtyard. He was smiling at him.

"Jinlian Taoist priest?"

…

Xu Manor.

There was only a corner of the setting sun in the west. It was about to set, and the bright red clouds were magnificent and colorful.

Xu Qi 'an rode the filly back to the manor. He threw the reins to the servant guarding the door and stepped into the manor. The time was right. It was dinner time.

At the dining table, Xu Xinnian mentioned the matter of attending the Literary Meet. He briefly mentioned that no one pushed Lingyue into the pond.

"What? Lingyue fell into the water? "

Xu Qi 'an scrutinized the girl and asked about her well-being. "How are you? Do you have a headache or fever? Will you catch a cold? "

Xu Lingyue said softly, "No, don't worry, Brother. I drank medicine when I returned to the manor. I won't catch a cold. "

"What happened?" Xu Qi 'an looked at Xu Erlang. "Is this how you take care of a girl? You fell into the water at a Literary Meet. What's the use of having you? "

Xu Erlang glanced at Xu Lingyue. The latter hurriedly said, "It's not Second Brother's fault. He can't keep an eye on me all the time. After I fell into the water, Second Brother was the first to save me.

"The person who pushed me into the water was the Minister of Justice's niece. She has already apologized and compensated me."

The Minister of Justice's niece … Xu Qi 'an raised his eyebrows and sneered. "Alright, I'll send someone to the Sun Manor later. When his niece comes out, I'll drive the car and kill her."

With that said, he looked at Lingyue guiltily. "Sister, I've implicated you."

Xu Lingyue puffed her cheeks and said unhappily, "What are you talking about, Brother? We're family."

What a nice girl!

…

After dinner, Xu Qi 'an began his long journey of cultivation. He breathed, visualized, studied the Heart Sword, studied the Cultivation of Will, and studied the Undefeatable Vajra Divine Technique.

This made him feel like he had returned to his school days. He had a heavy workload.

Suddenly, mist filled his vision. He saw layers of mist and arrived at Shen Shu's world.

Passing through the mist, he arrived at a dilapidated temple. He saw a handsome monk sitting cross-legged.

Shen Shu looked at him warmly and said, "I'm about to go into hibernation. I won't be able to wake up anytime soon, so I can't care about your life. I'll give you a drop of blood to cultivate the Undefeatable Vajra. "

His blood could cultivate the Undefeatable Vajra? Xu Qi 'an was stunned.

Monk Shen Shu smiled and said, "You should understand what my indestructible body is based on. To others, this technique is difficult to cultivate and progress is slow. But to you, you can reach a high level in a short period of time. This way, you'll have enough power to protect yourself. "

With that, he flicked a drop of blood into the space between Xu Qi 'an's brows.

Then, he was ejected out of the misty world. He opened his eyes in his room.

"Crack crack crack …"

Amidst the loud sounds of his body exploding, his muscles and blood vessels bulged on the surface of his skin. Then, they were dyed with a layer of golden paint. Under the illumination of the candlelight, they were dazzling and eye-catching.

'Holy sh * t!' flashed across Xu Qi 'an's mind.

His Vajra Divine Art had already reached a higher level. If he were to fight with Monk Jing Si now, it was hard to say who would win.

Of course, he couldn't expose this matter to the Buddhists.

Xu Qi 'an dispersed the Undefeatable Vajra and sat at the table. He held the teacup and fell into deep thought.

Shen Shu was a Buddhist, an immortal and indestructible existence … In that case, he must have cultivated the Undefeatable Vajra as well. And the Supervisor agreed to let me participate in the Buddhist battle on behalf of the Celestial Commissioner …

Why did the Supervisor want to pave the way for me? And he did it so obviously? No, why do I feel like he's raising leeks …

At this moment, there was a light knock on the door.

"Who is it?"

Xu Qi 'an got up and opened the door. In the darkness of the night stood an old Taoist priest with white hair. He held a horsetail whisk in his hand and wore a smile on his face.

Behind him were the green-robed swordsman Chu Yuanzhen and the tall and sturdy Lu Zhishen.

"You guys …"

Xu Qi 'an was stunned. Why did they suddenly come to his house?

"A young friend of mine is in trouble. I would like to ask for your excellency Xu's help," said the Jinlian Taoist priest.