I come to see Bai Yujing today

Chapter 148 Smashing the Head of a Jade Monk

"How many bones did you break?"

Jiang Taiping was stunned for a moment and asked, "Do you know who sent someone here?"

Chen Zhian said casually: "Such a domineering person, either hates me very much, or has great power in Xuantianjing, it is not difficult to guess.

Li Zhuqiu is a very cautious person and he is a high-ranking official in the court, so I don't think he would be so reckless. "

"Si Hougui of the Si family does not have the ability to ask a person of perfect innateness to exchange his life with mine. I have never met the Minister of War and Si Yuanyan. They are both in high positions and are subject to many rules. Even if they want to take action, they will not do such a small thing."

The corner of Jiang Taiping's mouth twitched, and he looked down at the man in black: "For a person with perfect innate ability, this is no longer a small fight."

Chen Zhian smiled: "Based on this speculation, the person who wants to kill me could be those six young men hiding behind the scenes, or... Wei Lingyu or Chu Xiubai."

"Wei Lingyu has been missing for the past few days. The last time I saw her, her innate true energy was already very strong, with six innate energies circulating in her true energy. She has not appeared for a long time, so she must be entering the realm of innate perfection. At such a critical moment, it is natural that she is planning to kill me, but she is still not as good as Chu Xiubai."

"That day, Chu Xiubai stopped me on my way back to Fosang Street. He sat high up in the restaurant with murderous intent in his eyes, and bluntly told me that I was not far from death... So I decided to ask Chu Xiubai first.

If it's not him, go ask Wei Lingyu."

Jiang Taiping admired Chen Zhian's courage very much, then he smiled and nodded and said: "Brother Zhian, it's not that I underestimate you, you are very talented, maybe after waiting for some time, your cultivation will definitely surpass Chu Xiubai and Wei Lingyu.

But now, as you said, Wei Lingyu has already reached innate perfection. If you fight with her, you will inevitably be whipped to death by her."

“Chu Xiubai was injured and was defeated by your sword before, but he is surrounded by many Chu family followers, including some Yuque figures. I’m afraid it won’t be easy for you to break a few of his bones.

Unless you invite the expert who killed Zhao Qiongshan to come.”

Jiang Taiping's eyes fell on Zhao Qiongshan's body. Chen Zhian did not argue, but just winked at him.

"Things are different now. The Chu family and the Duke's Mansion naturally have many guests, but I, Chen Zhian, also have someone I can cling to."

"What big shot?" Jiang Taiping asked, "Prime Minister Song and Lord Chu have always been low-key, so how could they help you to seek revenge so wantonly?"

Chen Zhian's gaze passed Jiang Taiping and fell on the intersection of Fusang Street.

Jiang Taiping turned his head and saw two riders at the entrance of the imperial city, looking at this place from afar.

One of them was tall and straight, his figure standing like a pine tree, wearing a black robe with python pattern. The gold-embroidered python robe gleamed coldly in the moonlight, highlighting his imposing manner.

“Grand Commander Qin…” Jiang Taiping’s pupils shrank slightly. He turned around and saluted Qin Wenzhuo from a distance. He then whispered to Chen Zhian, “Hurry up and salute. Grand Commander Qin is a true hero of Dayu.”

Chen Zhian performed the ceremony as instructed.

Behind Qin Wenzhuo, a man rode a horse and came to the front of the courtyard, then dismounted from the tall horse.

This man looked to be about thirty years old. He did not look capable. Instead, he had a pale face, cloudy eyes, and a mixed breath, as if he was seriously ill.

Jiang Taiping was wondering why this person came to the courtyard, but the person pulled the good horse and said to Chen Zhian, "Mr. Chen, the Grand Commander asks you to get on the horse."

Jiang Taiping reacted immediately.

"When did this Chen Zhian become related to Qin Dadu Yu?" Jiang Taiping admired Chen Zhian even more: "Could it be that the big shot he was talking about is this Qin Dadu Yu?"

Chen Zhian nodded goodbye to Jiang Taiping, saluted Qin Dadu Yu again with his fist, and got on his horse.

When he sat on the saddle with his feet in the stirrups, he immediately realized how extraordinary this horse was with its shiny black mane and clear and powerful muscles.

He could clearly feel the thick and warm true energy flowing from the horse and into his body, making him feel as if he had become one with the horse.

The horse was like a long sword in his hand, allowing him to control it at will.

In addition, the blood and energy in the horse's body kept beating, like a ferocious beast.

"No wonder in the world of Dayu where all kinds of powerful people come and go, everyone wants a good horse. This horse... is really extraordinary."

Chen Zhian rode the horse and walked towards Qin Wenzhuo.

No one knew where Qin Wenzhu came from. He was wearing a python robe, which was rare on his body, and he looked very dignified.

When Chen Zhian rode up on horseback, he patted his horse's stalk and walked side by side with Chen Zhian in a very ordinary manner.

One of these two is the Grand Governor of the Five Northern States. In terms of rank, he is a true second-rank official. He even controls the army and is an unparalleled strong man. He is by no means comparable to a figure like Li Zhuqiu.

The other one was just a painter in the Imperial Household Department, an eighth-rank official, and was only eighteen or nineteen years old.

The two men rode their horses side by side, leaving Jiang Taiping, who was standing in front of the yard and watching from afar, stunned.

From the moment Qin Wenzhuo appeared, the garrison general bowed and saluted Qin Wenzhuo until Qin Wenzhuo and Chen Zhian rode away.

There were people coming from the Jingyin Mansion, the Dali Temple, and the Ministry of Justice, and they also carried the body out of the yard.

The personal appearance of Qin Dadu Yu forced the government offices to prioritize this matter and give an explanation to Xuantian Palace and Qin Dadu Yu.

"The horse you are riding is a famous horse from the North, named Beiyin. It is said to be of mountain king bloodline. Even in the entire North, there are only a few hundred of them."

According to northern legends, Shanjun is the king who unified all the mountains. This shows that the Beiyin horse is indeed extremely valuable.

"I'll give you this horse." Qin Wenzhuo said solemnly, "Yun Ting is just another person to you. It's really unexpected that you're willing to hold the sword."

Qin Wenzhuo finished his speech and finally turned around, his deep eyes fell on Chen Zhian: "What surprised me even more is your talent for swords. You know that there are very few people in the world who practice swords, and those who have achieved some fame are even rarer."

Chen Zhian shook his head.

Qin Wenzhuo added: "For many people, practicing both sword and knife is far less beneficial than practicing only one. When you reach the Jade Palace realm, your divine appearance and supernatural powers are often very taxing on your soul. It is probably not easy to wield two swords at the same time.

In the world today, there is only one old prince of Daxi, whose name is engraved on the ninth stele, who can be said to be an expert in both swords and sabers."

"Old Prince Daxi..."

Chen Zhian took note of it carefully.

"In any case, since you already have Luanxiu in your hands, I would like to thank you on behalf of Yun Ting and my local soldiers. If Yun Ting could survive, my men in the north would not be disappointed with the world." Qin Wenzhuo spoke sincerely and nodded to Chen Zhian.

Chen Zhian thought for a moment and said, "I have never seen the war in the north, nor have I seen those good men of Dayu. The reason why I hold a sword is that someone has come all the way to Xuantianjing to appeal for the death of General Yunting.

I once tried to save one of them, but he eventually died in the government office of the governor of Beijing."

"I am of ordinary origin, so I hate this matter even more, and that's why I hold the sword."

Qin Wenzhu also knew Lin Hu and his daughter, and just nodded slightly.

The two men rode their horses, passing through several streets in the middle of the night until they arrived at a house.

"This house is my old residence and has not been occupied for a long time. I'm afraid your yard on Fosang Street will need a few more days of repair.

Before the duel in front of the palace, don't move out. My current residence is only two streets away from here, so if something like today happens, I'll be able to take care of you."

Chen Zhian's expression changed slightly, and he reined in his horse and saluted.

"As for what you just said to the Inspectorate Xiezhi, I also heard it." Qin Wenzhuo showed a rare smile on his face: "It is normal for young people to have some vitality. Although being lifeless and secretly scheming is mature, it still lacks some spirit.

Whether it is sword spirit or knife spirit, without this spirit, it is difficult to climb to the top. "Chen Zhian smiled a little embarrassedly. He just compared Qin Wenzhou to a thigh, but Qin Daduyu still remembered it in his heart.

But Qin Wenzhu was seen looking somewhere on the street.

The sickly person just now appeared there at some point and was saluting the two of them from afar.

"Bai Jian is my right-hand man and also the palace guard. I will lend him to you for now. Do whatever you want. If there are any ignorant retainers, Bai Jian will take action.

If those old people lose their sense of shame, I will naturally support you."

“But if it’s a fight between people of the same generation, and you lose and get bruised and battered, Bai Jian and I won’t interfere.

Otherwise, if you only rely on me to dominate Tianjing, you will inevitably be no different from those arrogant and eccentric children of noble families."

Chen Zhian looked at Bai Jian from afar, and when he saw the man's pale face and tired eyes, he suddenly became suspicious.

"This man looks like he has just gotten out of bed after a three-year illness."

Chen Zhian was suspicious and thought to himself, "Can this man really protect me? What if I get angry and go to vent my anger? It would be funny if Bai Jian couldn't beat those retainers."

Bai Jian seemed to notice Chen Zhian's suspicious look and smiled at him from afar, but even this smile was full of fatigue.

"Okay, the house has already been cleaned. You and Bai Jian can find a place to spend the night today and move in tomorrow."

Chen Zhian did not reject Qin Wenzhuo's kindness.

He holds the sword because he is obsessed with something in his heart, but he is not a noble saint who only does good things without asking for anything in return.

If you can get some appropriate benefits while fulfilling the moral principles in your heart, it would naturally be better. Why should you refuse?

Qin Wenzhuo spoke decisively and immediately rode away after saying this.

Chen Zhian and Bai Jian were left staring at each other.

"This Beiyin horse was originally mine." Bai Jian, who was wearing a tight-sleeved jacket, saw Qin Wenzhuo had already walked away, and actually complained to Chen Zhian about his master: "Master Qin is really... He did you a favor, but took my horse. Now, you are riding on the horse and I am standing under it. Do I have to lead the horse for you?"

He's quite an interesting person.

Chen Zhian smiled, jumped off the horse and handed the reins to Bai Jian.

Bai Jian was deeply moved, and his lifeless eyes sparkled. He shook his head and said, "Since Lord Qin has already given you this horse, how can I ask for it back?"

"Who said this horse is for you?" Chen Zhian said, "You are familiar with this horse and this house. I would like to trouble you to keep this horse in this house for the time being. Otherwise, if you and I ride the same horse today, the news will spread all over Xuan Tianjing tomorrow."

Bai Jian did not take the reins, but just patted the horse's back gently.

The horse went towards the house.

Bai Jian whistled again, and the door of the house opened wide. An old man in his fifties or sixties saluted the two men and let the horse into the yard.

"Where are you and I staying tonight?"

Bai Jian said: "It is said that one of your paintings or poems is worth a thousand gold coins. Can you treat me to a good meal?"

This Bai Jian was obviously a very outgoing person, and Chen Zhian quite liked this kind of personality, as it was better than the gloomy and silent person.

So Chen Zhian decided to treat Bai Jian to a good meal.

The two walked side by side, and Bai Jian was so tired that he was out of breath.

Seeing that he was about to die, Chen Zhian became more and more worried.

"You won't die suddenly, will you?" Chen Zhian finally understood the importance of a Beiyin horse to Bai Jian.

Bai Jian waved his hand, then raised his head and looked at the golden signboard with flying dragons and phoenixes.

"Yinhe Tower." Bai Jian's eyes sparkled, "It is said that a meal here costs several hundred taels of silver."

"It's not that exaggerated. A few dozen taels is enough for two people to have a meal."

"A few dozen taels is my monthly military salary."

"How could a monk from Yuque be short of silver?"

"What do you know? In the army, besides the military salary, all they have is various spiritual resources. These resources have to be used for spiritual practice and cannot be sold. They are also not allowed to go out and take on some private work. Where does the money come from?"

Chen Zhian thought about it carefully and it seemed to be true.

“No wonder all the powerful cultivators in the world have become retainers of noble families. It has become a tradition and a rule for noble families to keep retainers.

The war in the north is so intense that the salaries of generals and lieutenants are not that high."

He muttered to himself, and then asked, "If that's the case, why did you join the army? A Yuque cultivator can enter a noble family's mansion and enjoy luxury immediately.

With all the beautiful concubines, delicious food, luxurious mansions, and spiritual training supplies available, why would I risk my life on the battlefield?"

Bai Jian recovered a little, but did not answer Chen Zhian.

The two of them entered the building. How could the waiter in the building forget Chen Zhian? Just as he was about to call out the name, Chen Zhian waved his hand.

The two of them sat down in a private room at random. Bai Jian looked around with surprise in his eyes.

"That's all I can eat." He said to himself, "I'm used to eating these delicious dishes, so I can't stand the simple meals in the army."

The two ordered four or five dishes. After each dish came, the waiter stood by and called out the name of the dish.

“Eight Delicacies Stewed with Golden Phoenix and Jade Dew.”

“Fire Phoenix Chaoyang Roasted Whole Duck.”

"Jade Dragon Playing with Pearls Jadeite Soup."

"Exquisite crystal shrimp dumplings."

……

The ingredients of these dishes are indeed precious, including bird's nest, shark fin, bear paw, deer tendon, abalone, sea cucumber, and cod.

Not only are the ingredients precious, the cooking skills are exquisite, and the plating is unique and ingenious, making it look very luxurious.

Bai Jian was stunned.

Chen Zhian grinned: "It's delicious. I'm full. You and I still have things to do tomorrow."

"I understand." Bai Jian nodded and patted his chest, causing himself to cough repeatedly.

He coughed and said, "For your meal, I can't fool you and Master Qin. Even if you asked me to smash the head of a Yuque monk, I would do it."

(End of this chapter)