Eight days passed in the blink of an eye, and the translated secret text was placed on the table. This was two days earlier than expected.
Zhang Yu read the translation several times to make sure that there were no errors or deviations in it before retracting his gaze.
However, there was still a problem. Back then, he needed three secret scrolls to find that place. Now, he only had one secret scroll in his hand. Even though the Turbid Tide was gradually receding, he might not necessarily be able to find that place with just one secret scroll.
Without the other secret scrolls as a reference, he still had to slowly search for clues based on the description of the surrounding scenery by the owner of the secret scroll. This was not only inefficient, but it was also easy to make more mistakes.
However, it was not completely impossible.
These days, through the translation of these secret texts, he was increasingly certain that Shang Xueling must have seen similar secret scrolls. Perhaps it was the one the Army of God obtained from the Wenxiu Academy.
He was also considering if he could obtain a portion of what he knew from this person, then perhaps he would have a reference.
However, if Shang Xueling had really contributed to the Army of God, then there might be spies or guards from the Army of God around him. Thus, he needed to discuss with Xiang Chun what to do.
After thinking, he looked up at Zhan Zhitong and said, "Shaolang Zhan, today's translation has been completed. Xuanfu will definitely give you a reward."
Zhan Zhitong thought for a moment, then picked up the bottle of pills on the table and said, "I don't need anything else. I wonder if Zhang Shijun still has this kind of Vitality Consolidating Pill?"
He felt that this Vitality Consolidating Pill was very useful. For ten days, he only slept for half the summer, but he was still full of energy and did not feel tired. Moreover, when he was translating, he did not move for a long time, and did not feel that his blood vessels were stiff.
If he always had this pill, then wouldn't the time he could spend studying in this lifetime almost double?
Zhang Yu said, "I still have to give you a reward. As for this pill, I can give you a few bottles. However, Shaolang is not a cultivator, and it is difficult for you to refine the medicinal properties. You can use some occasionally, but you must not rely on it. After each use, it is best to use it after a period of time, or else it will easily damage your brain."
Zhan Zhitong cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for telling me, Zhang Shijun." At this time, he stood up, tidied his clothes, and bowed again. "Zhang Shijun, I still have my old father to take care of. If there's nothing else, I'll go back first."
Zhang Yu nodded and said, "Qing He, send Zhan Shaolang off for me."
Li Qinghe responded and sent Zhan Zhitong away.
After Zhang Yu took another look at the translated secret scroll, the piece of paper instantly turned into ashes, fluttering in the air before falling into the brazier beside him.
He tidied up the things on the table a little, then took the newspapers from the past few days and flipped through them. Seeing that there was nothing worth paying attention to, he put them back. From the rooftop, he returned to his room to wash up, then changed into a Daoist robe and headed towards the Profound Palace.
Walking all the way to Xuanfu, he directly went to the Affair Hall to find Xiang Chun. After greeting him, he informed him, "These few days, I have worked together with Young Master Zhan and have already translated the secret scroll."
Xiang Chun was pleasantly surprised, "So fast? Junior Brother Zhang, in that case, you can already find that place? "
Zhang Yu shook his head and said, "I just found the place indicated on this secret scroll. Moreover, because there is only one copy of the secret scroll, it's hard to say that it's the place we're looking for."
Xiang Chun said in a deep voice, "These few days, Junior Brother Dou and Junior Brother Wang have already rushed to the north. If the Army of God has a marquis entering the depths of Mount An, the Junior Brothers will try to follow. If we can't find the place, then we can't let the Army of God return to the Protectorate with these things! "
Previously, he had always hoped to slowly delay the situation and strive for Xuanfu to gain the upper hand through strength. Now, it seemed that this idea was destined to be difficult to realize.
A few days ago, he had received news from his spies that the Army of God's movements were becoming more and more like they were searching for something. This also forced him into a corner. If the Army of God really did find that divine robe, then Xuanfu's only choice was to not let this group of people return!
His mood was extremely heavy because doing this was undoubtedly extremely dangerous. If something went wrong, Xuanfu might engage in an all-out conflict with the Army of God. The consequences of this were truly difficult to predict.
Zhang Yu carefully considered this. He said, "Senior Brother, have you considered the Protectorate?"
Xiang Chun sighed, "I've thought about it before, but the Protectorate should be able to guess what the Army of God wants to do. However, before they can truly confirm that the Army of God has done this, they won't make any moves. We can only rely on ourselves here."
Zhang Yu agreed with this statement. Even Xuanfu had news, so it was impossible for the Protectorate to not have any movements at all.
Previously, the Protectorate had not restricted the movements of the Army of God. This was clearly to let Xuanfu take the lead first, and then they would act according to the situation.
This could actually be considered an open scheme, but the Protectorate's game of balance was somewhat deranged. Didn't they look at the current situation? If Xuanfu gained the upper hand, the Protectorate could still be saved. If the Army of God gained the upper hand, then the Protectorate would have nothing to do with the Protectorate.
He thought for a moment, then raised his head and said, "Senior Brother Xiang, I've thought about it carefully these past few days. Actually, it's not like we don't have a chance to find that place before the Army of God. There's someone there who might have what we want."
Xiang Chun was startled, then asked, "Junior Brother Zhang, who are you talking about?"
Zhang Yu replied, "Shang Xueling of the Linzhi Academy."
He came down and told Xiang Chun about his deductions, then said, "Shang Xueling is a person who has made a lot of contributions in the ancient language, but his translations in the field of learning are inflexible and rigid. I think that when he translated the secret text, he would have to refer to a large number of documents, find different sentence patterns from different books, and then combine them with the original text to compare the meaning. This would require a large number of manuscripts."
Xiang Chun said, "Junior Brother Zhang, are you saying that we might be able to find clues from these manuscripts?"
Zhang Yu said, "Yes."
Xiang Chun thought for a moment, then said, "Do you need me to send a disciple to investigate?"
Zhang Yu said, "I suspect that he might have the Army of God watching over him. Not only will it not be easy to send a disciple, but we might not be able to find out where the manuscripts are hidden, and which ones are important."
Xiang Chun looked at him and said, "Junior Brother Zhang, do you have any ideas?"
Zhang Yu said, "The Army of God's style has always been rough and unreasonable. Moreover, Shang Xueling is not an important person. Even if they protect him, they will not pay much attention. At most, they will protect his personal safety, so there is a loophole that we can take advantage of. We can do this … "
His lips moved slightly, and he said a few words without making a sound. Xiang Chun thought for a moment, then stroked his beard and said, "We can try, but there are not many disciples who cultivate this seal."
Zhang Yu said, "I recommend someone who can do this."
In a library somewhere in Xuanfu, Bai Qingqing was flipping through the notes left behind by many predecessors. Many Xuanxiu like him were also looking for things they needed, and they would talk from time to time.
At this time, a servant walked in. He tried to look around, then came to Bai Qingqing's side and bowed. "Xuanxiu Bai, the manager is looking for you."
When Bai Qingqing heard this, he hurriedly put down the things in his hands, tidied his clothes, and quickly walked to the affairs hall.
Not long after, he arrived outside the hall. After he was notified outside, he was called in. When he saw Xiang Chun, he went forward and bowed. "Senior Brother Xiang, you called for me?
Xiang Chun said with a kind expression, "Junior Brother Bai, how has your cultivation been recently?"
Bai Qingqing said gratefully, "Thank you for your concern, Senior Brother. My cultivation has been quite smooth recently."
Xiang Chun said, "I recently read your Daoist book and saw that you successfully read the 'Heart Invasion Seal'?"
Bai Qingqing's spirit was lifted. "Yes!"
The Heart Invasion Seal could invade one's mind into another person's body and control their actions for a certain period of time. However, because it could only be used on mortals, very few people read it.
However, he keenly realized that this seal was not simple, especially for Xuanxiu who was good at sensing. It might come in handy and play a key role.
Now, it seemed that the opportunity he had been waiting for had finally come!
Xiang Chun nodded and said, "Junior Brother Bai, since that's the case, there's an important matter in the residence. It looks like I'll need your help."
Bai Qingqing's expression turned serious. He cupped his hands and said, "Please speak, Senior Brother. Qingqing will definitely not let you down."
Xiang Chun nodded. He took out a letter from the table and handed it to Bai Qingqing. "It's written here how to do it. Just do as you see fit. However, you must remember that this matter is very important to Xuanfu. You must not let a third person know."
Bai Qingqing's heart trembled when he saw Xiang Chun's serious expression. Solemnly, he took the letter and cupped his hands. "Qingqing will remember."
After he returned to his residence, he closed the doors and windows before opening the letter. After carefully reading the contents, he burned the letter.
Then, he stood up and paced back and forth as if he was thinking about something.
After a while, he looked up at the time on the water clock. After some thought, he returned to his room to change into casual clothes and walked out.
After leaving Xuanfu, he took a carriage and went straight to the bank.
When he arrived, he walked up the stairs to the bank and asked to check the accounts of the goods his family's medicine shop sent here. Not long after, the bank's attendant brought a book of accounts to him.
He found a single room and slowly flipped through it. However, his eyes would occasionally glance at the ledgers as if he was waiting for something.
When he was about to reach a corner, he ordered the attendant to put away the book of accounts and slowly walked out of the room.
Not long after he came out, he saw a fat middle-aged woman in her fifties in the square of the cloth auction below. She was dressed in gorgeous clothes and was escorted by a group of guards.
The moment he saw the woman, he was stunned. After hesitating for a moment, he gritted his teeth and pretended as if nothing had happened as he walked forward. Just as he brushed past the group of people, he suddenly turned around to take a look.
At this moment, the middle-aged woman also noticed this handsome young man. She involuntarily looked over, but the moment their eyes met, she seemed to see a beam of light. She only felt a slight daze in front of her eyes, and her footsteps became somewhat unstable. The female attendant beside her hurriedly supported her and said, "Madam?"
The leader of the guards who was walking in front also stopped. He looked around vigilantly and said, "Madam Shang, is there something wrong?"
Madam Shang's expression was a little strange. She coughed dryly and rubbed her forehead. "Why do I feel a little dizzy? Forget it, I won't go to the cloth auction today. Let's go back first."
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