When the two returned to the Underworld, Zhong Kui was waiting there. He was surprised to see them appear at the same time.
However, after listening to Shen Luo and Lu Huaming's report of what they had seen and heard, his expression became more and more dignified.
"These crooked people actually dared to have designs on the Jinghe Dragon King. They are really tired of living." Zhong Kui closed the folding fan in his hand and said angrily.
"Senior, this matter involves both the Yin and Yang Worlds. The Underworld and the Great Tang government cannot underestimate it." Lu Huaming cupped his fists and said.
"Recently, the Underworld has been restless everywhere, causing the ghosts to panic. It's time to do something." Zhong Kui's eyes narrowed slightly as he nodded and said.
In the end, his gaze swept over Shen Luo and Lu Huaming's, his eyes were full of admiration. He opened his mouth and said,
"This time, the crisis of the seal has been lifted and the ghost general has been killed. The two of you have made great contributions. The rewards previously mentioned will be doubled. Consider it an additional reward from the Underworld."
"Thank you, senior." Shen Luo and Lu Huaming looked at each other and smiled. They cupped their fists and said.
After receiving the rewards, the two of them were sent out of the Underworld by Zhong Kui.
…
At the entrance of the City God Temple, the sun was high in the sky. It was already noon of the second day.
Shen Luo and Lu Huaming walked out of the temple together. Both of them looked exhausted.
"Brother Jiacheng, when did you arrive in Chang 'an? Why didn't you come to find me?" Lu Huaming stretched and asked.
"Brother Lu, to be honest, my name is not Shen Luo. My real name is Shen Luo." Shen Luo heard and said somewhat apologetically.
Lu Huaming raised his eyebrows and looked at Shen Luo in surprise.
Shen Luo could only explain to Lu Huaming that he had used a fake name that day.
"Brother Shen actually has such leisure interests. It's really interesting, haha …" Lu Huaming heard this and was not angry at all. Instead, he laughed heartily.
"Brother Lu, what's your name?" Shen Luo frowned and asked jokingly.
"My name was carefully selected by my father. It means that I will one day become a dragon and amaze the world with a single brilliant feat. It's not a fake name." Lu Huaming waved his hand and explained.
Shen Luo rubbed his chin and smiled without saying anything.
"Brother Shen, let's stop joking. This trip to the Underworld is no small matter. I need to report it to Duke Cheng. Since Brother Shen is involved in this matter, I might have to trouble you to accompany me," Lu Huaming said seriously.
"Well, I wonder who you are …" Shen Luo had expected this situation, so he didn't refuse. He just asked curiously.
"Brother Shen, have you not heard of Duke Cheng Yaojin? He had followed the previous Emperor to conquer the world and created a golden age for the Great Tang. Now that the world is at peace, the Grand Duke has been ordered by His Majesty to take charge of the Great Tang government. "Lu Huaming explained.
"Three Axes Cheng Yaojin! Of course I have heard of him. Many storytellers have told me about his anecdotes. It turns out that he is in charge of the Great Tang government now. "Shen Luo clapped his hands and said.
"Yes, although Duke Cheng is in a high position, he is easy-going and humorous. He is an excellent person. Brother Shen, you will know when you see him. Let's go." Lu Huaming said with a smile, and then led Shen Luo to the Imperial City.
"Are we going to the Imperial City?" Shen Luo asked.
Although he was now a cultivator, as a citizen of the Great Tang, the concept of "Heaven, Earth, King, Family, and Teacher" was deeply ingrained. He still had some scruples about the imperial court.
"We are not going to the Imperial City. We are going to the Great Tang government." Lu Huaming shook his head and turned to the west of the Imperial Palace.
Shen Luo heard this and didn't say anything more. He had been curious about the Great Tang government for a long time, but he hadn't had a chance to come and see it. Today, he could fulfill his wish.
Not long after, the two came to a large mansion near the Imperial City.
Although it was called a mansion, it looked more like a huge manor. There were groups of buildings, extending continuously, and it seemed to be hundreds of acres.
At the gate of the mansion, there were nearly a hundred armored soldiers on both sides, carrying swords and halberds. Every soldier had fierce eyes and a murderous aura. Obviously, they were all warriors who had been on the battlefield.
"Is this the Great Tang government?" Shen Luo looked at the mansion in front of him, and he was surprised.
This place was very majestic, but it was a little different from the large cultivation forces he had imagined.
"Although the Great Tang government is a cultivation force, it is also one of the government offices. Strictly speaking, it belongs to the Ministry of War, so there are soldiers at the gate." Lu Huaming said.
"I see." Shen Luo suddenly understood.
Lu Huaming led Shen Luo forward, took out a golden token, and waved it casually.
The guards at the gate of the Great Tang government office immediately made way for the two of them to enter.
As soon as Shen Luo entered the mansion, he felt several powerful auras coming from all directions, locking on him.
He could feel that these auras were quite powerful, and they should be cultivators of the Soul Condensing Stage. These people's auras were uniform, without a trace of disorder, as if they were strictly trained soldiers.
He was shocked and obediently followed Lu Huaming. His eyes also stayed in front of him, and he did not dare to look around.
The two of them passed through the front hall of the mansion and turned into a corridor.
As soon as they arrived here, the powerful auras suddenly disappeared, and Shen Luo could not help but feel relieved.
"Those are the guards at the gate. As long as they are honest, it will be fine." Lu Huaming said.
Shen Luo nodded slightly, but in his heart, he was shocked by the power of the Tang Empire's government. A cultivator of the Soul Condensation Stage could get the position of an elder if he joined any sect outside, but here, he was only a guard.
The cloister was surrounded by flowers and trees, and the cloister was also covered with dark green Boston Ivy. The sight was full of verdant, which made people feel comfortable.
Around the corridor, there were some flowerbeds, ponds, pavilions, and other things, like a garden, and the environment was very beautiful.
In those pavilions and flowerbeds, one or two cultivators could occasionally be seen here, either strolling or playing chess, as if they were immortals.
Shen Luo carefully looked at the temperament and expression of these people. They were not inferior to General Jin Kui, Fairy Qinghua, and others. They were all masters of the Out-of-Body Stage, and he was even more shocked.
"Those are the guest elders of the Great Tang government office. The imperial court spent a lot of money to invite them. Each of them is not simple, and many of them have strange characters, so we won't offend them casually." Lu Huaming whispered in Shen Luo's ear.
Hearing this, Shen Luo hurriedly withdrew his gaze.
The two continued to move forward, and soon they passed through the corridor. Gorgeous buildings appeared in front of them, with elegant styles.
"These are the Reception Hall, the Quietness Hall, and the Mingren Hall. They are all places to receive distinguished guests." Lu Huaming introduced these places to Shen Luo as they walked.
In fact, according to the rules, visitors from the outside must first report to these places, and then send someone to pass the message. Only after getting permission could they enter.
Because Shen Luo was with Lu Huaming, he skipped these steps and directly entered.
After passing through these places, the atmosphere of the buildings changed again, and they became tall and solemn.
This was the core area of the Great Tang government office. According to Lu Huaming's introduction, the Great Tang government office was divided into different halls, such as the Tiangang Hall, the Disha Hall, the Four Seas Hall, the Thunderbolt Hall, and so on. Each hall had different functions.
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