Master Fan was a typical flatterer. He would do whatever his superiors told him to do without asking for the reason.
Moreover, this person liked to enjoy life and was passionate about power and status. However, his skills were outstanding. In this regard, the Tenki-in Hall had a very high evaluation of him. This was because he knew that his skills were the source of his power and benefits, so he was not stingy with his hard work.
It was also because of this that many of those creators had handed over their work to him. After all, there were very few master craftsmen. There were not many people who were skilled enough and could be respectful to him at the same time.
It only took him one summer to write down all the Creators that the Heaven's Secrets Courtyard had created in his memory, and then he respectfully handed them over.
Zhang Yu took a look. It was said that the handwriting was like the person, but it was different in Master Fan's hands.
His handwriting was grand and dignified. No matter how you looked at it, it did not match his actions.
The content of the letter was very detailed. It was specific to the date of each year, the time of day, the specific arrangements, and so on. It was written without any omissions. It was worthy of his identity as a master craftsman.
Most of the creators looked like they were only used as stand-ins. However, it was hard to tell which one was the stand-in and which one was the real master.
After Zhang Yu read it, he asked, "Master Fan, this time you are going to Yujing. Are you going to meet someone?"
Fan Shang hurriedly replied, "Sinner has a Shixiong, who is currently working beside a superior official in the Ministry of Heavenly Works. As early as Qingyang's expedition to Shuang Zhou, Sinner had already predicted that Shuang Zhou would be defeated, and would most likely be implicated later. Therefore, Sinner asked this Shixiong to take up a position for Sinner.
Sinner's senior brother sent a letter saying that he had found a way. He also heard that the transportation to Shuangzhou might have been leaked. This time, he wanted to go to Yujing to find a position. It's also convenient for him to get away … "
Speaking of this, he was also heartbroken. It was not easy for his Senior Brother to find a position. Over the years, he had obtained a lot of benefits, and most of them had been invested in this, but in the end, he was not able to take up a position there. All this wealth was undoubtedly wasted.
Zhang Yu asked, "Before you escaped, who was the one who informed you?"
Fan Shang replied, "It's Master Craftsman Han. He wanted me to leave a few months ago. To be honest, although I used to communicate with the Shuang Continent, I only communicated with the people there alone. I didn't know that Master Craftsman Han was one of them." He said bitterly, "I thought he was an honest person. You may know a person's face but not his heart."
Zhang Yu thought for a moment. He didn't expect to find too many things here.
For example, the master craftsman Wang Zhongping, who had come to pick up Shuangzhou Weng and Gong Yue, although he had come under orders, the person who had sent him had only exchanged letters with him. Moreover, before he went to Shuangzhou, he had already removed all of his positions in the Tenki-in Hall. At most, he would make the Tenki-in Hall suffer some punishment, but his foundation would not be shaken at all.
At this moment, a cultivator walked in and cupped his hands, "Xuan Zheng, a guest has come to visit." Then his lips moved and he transmitted a few words.
After Zhang Yu heard this, he said, "Master Craftsman Fan, we'll stop here for now. If there's anything else, I'll ask you again."
Master Craftsman Fan stood up and said, "I don't dare, I don't dare. This sinner is always waiting for you. If Xuan Zheng has any questions or needs this sinner to do anything, please don't hesitate to tell me." As he spoke, he bowed and left under the escort of a guard.
Zhang Yu watched him leave. Currently, he had detained four master craftsmen. These master craftsmen had extraordinary skills, but it might be a waste to just lock them up. Perhaps they could be used.
Although he might have to deal with some creators, he didn't reject the idea of creating things as their own body. He would use them as long as they were useful. He didn't like things that were out of his control. This was the same principle as heretic cultivators who obtained blood essence through blood sacrifices.
He said to the cultivator waiting there, "Ask that person to come here."
The cultivator bowed and walked out.
After a while, a middle-aged man in a robe walked over and bowed to Zhang Yu. He said, "Zhang Xuanzheng, it's been two years since we parted in Ju Province. Do you still remember an old friend?"
Zhang Yu stood up and bowed. He said, "Oh, it's Di Langjun."
This was Di Chong, Di Langjun. He had met him once when he was sightseeing in front of the stone palace in Ju Province. At that time, Di Chong had introduced himself as someone from Sheng County in Moon Province.
Others didn't know, but Di Chong knew that Madam Di had deep ties with the Tenki-in Hall. Some of the commoners' outer armor in Moon Province were managed by her. Di Chong's wife's surname was Zhu, and she was related to the Prefecture Overseer.
He invited Di Chong to take a seat. After exchanging a few pleasantries with him, Di Chong cupped his hands and said, "I was asked by someone to make a special trip to apologize to Zhang Xuanzheng."
Zhang Yu wasn't surprised at all. He had already expected Di Chong's arrival.
Di Chong sighed. "My brother-in-law isn't a foppish young master, but he's pedantic and likes to fight for justice. He was instigated by someone to come and question Xuanzheng. After he returned, my wife gave him a good scolding. However, he's too shy to apologize to Xuanzheng, so he asked someone else to come and do it on his behalf."
Zhang Yu knew that Zhu Cuo was most likely unwilling to come and apologize. However, this wasn't a big deal because Zhu Cuo had said a bunch of self-righteous things that weren't even a threat. Di Chong didn't need to make a personal trip because of this.
He said, "This is only a small matter. Di Langjun, you didn't come just for this, did you?"
Di Chong said, "I can't hide it from Xuanzheng, so I'll be frank. Did Xuanzheng capture a few masters from the Tenki-in Hall recently?"
Zhang Yu said, "Does someone want to ask Di Langjun to speak on his behalf?"
Di Chong said self-mockingly, "I know how important I am. I don't dare to interfere with Xuanzheng's work, but … …"
His expression became serious. "Someone asked me to pass a message to Xuanzheng. The matter of the Tenki-in Hall has great implications. If Xuanzheng can let go, then let go." He paused and then said, "Also, this time, Zhang Xuanzheng helped the two fu take down Shuang Zhou. The two fu are willing to work together to write to the Ministry of Yujing to ask for a reward for Zhang Xuanzheng."
Zhang Yu looked at him and said faintly, "Oh? The two fu are asking for a reward for me. Such generosity. Then who is the person who asked Di Langjun to pass the message? "
Di Chong shook his head and said, "I can't say his name, but this person has no ill intentions towards Xuanzheng." He took out a name card from his sleeve. "If Xuanzheng needs this one for anything, you can order someone to deliver this name card to Sheng Jun."
After he finished speaking, he stood up and put his hands together. He bowed respectfully and said, "The message has been delivered. This one will bid farewell."
Zhang Yu stood up from his seat and raised his hand to send him off.
After Di Chong left, the cultivator responsible for guarding walked in. He raised his hands and said, "Xuanzheng, just now, that Di Langjun sent many gifts. They are placed in the yard.
Zhang Yu said faintly, "Go back."
He understood Di Chong's meaning. The Tenki-in Hall was related to the interests of many parties. There was probably pressure from the higher-ups here. There would definitely be people in the two fu who would set up obstacles for him.
But so what?
Right now, he was standing here. The other only dared to send someone to talk to him and did not do anything else. That was because he was completely correct in terms of law. At the same time, he held power that people could not ignore. When the two were combined, it was even harder to shake him.
Unless they used the same power to suppress him.
Hence, he expected the other party to put in some effort in this aspect.
Di Chong left the inspection department and returned to his flying vessel. A civil official was sitting there and asked him, "Di Langjun, what did Zhang Xuanzheng say?"
Di Chong shook his head. "Zhang Xuanzheng isn't that easy to persuade."
The civil official nodded in understanding. "It doesn't matter. We're also prepared for this. If he's persuaded, everyone will be happy. If not, we have other ways to deal with him."
Di Chong sighed. "Why do you have to do this?"
The civil official said with a smile, "Di Langjun, you don't understand. There are some things that we can't back down on. If we fail, who knows how many people will be implicated."
Fengxiang Ridge. Daoist Xingchuan once again arrived at the foot of the mountain. After waiting for a while, he saw Tang Feng approaching on a cloud.
These days, the two sides had been fighting at the drop of a hat. They would immediately stop when the soldiers came to stop them and return to their respective places. There was no delay in the process, which could be considered a tacit understanding.
However, this time, just as he was about to draw his sword, Tang Feng did not have the slightest intention to make a move. He only glanced at him and said, "Follow me."
Daoist Xingchuan's heart stirred. He felt a little regretful and released his grip on the sword hilt. He followed Tang Feng up the mountain.
Landing in front of the Daoist temple on the mountain ridge, he followed Tang Feng inside. When he reached the main hall, he suddenly sensed something and raised his head to look. He saw a faintly discernible Daoist sitting there. It was as if this person had always been there, but he did not sense it at all before.
Tang Feng said, "This is my master."
Daoist Xingchuan's expression turned serious. Although the other party was his enemy, Master Bai Xiu was vaguely the number one among the True Cultivators of the same generation. He was worthy of his respect. He raised his hands and saluted. "Greetings, Master."
Master Bai Xiu nodded in greeting. "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Xingchuan. I wonder where my disciple's corpse is?"
Daoist Xingchuan held up a star pouch. Solemnly, he said, "It's in here." Although he knew that this Bai Xiu in front of him was not the real person, it was the same when he saw the reflection.
Tang Feng came up and took the star pouch. He took a look and nodded.
Master Bai Xiu said, "Many thanks to Zhang Xuanzheng for returning my disciple's corpse. Fellow Daoist, please send my regards to him when you return." His voice was very calm, without the slightest hint of anger.
Daoist Xingchuan said solemnly, "I will definitely pass on your message." After he finished speaking, he clasped his hands again and turned around to leave.
At this time, Master Bai Xiu said, "Fellow Daoist Xingchuan sharpened your sword with a sword. The sharpness is too strong, and the hardness is easily broken. There is no harm in changing to another sword. Perhaps you will gain something."
Daoist Xingchuan's footsteps paused slightly, and then he resumed his normal pace and walked out.
At this time, Tang Feng turned his head and said, "Master? That Zhang Yu is too much of a bully. Master can't ignore Senior Martial Brother's enmity. "
Master Bai Xiu said slowly, "This person is a big variable. I underestimated him too much previously. Your grandmaster's arrangement cannot be destroyed. I will personally meet with him. Accompany me on a trip and hand over the duel invitation to him. Before Zhu Xuanzheng leaves Green Sun, this matter must be settled."
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