Mang Shusheng's Ink Painting Practice

Chapter 209 This is a blind date
Zhao Yifu returned to Zhou Su in a daze.

Zhou Su looked at him strangely and asked, "What's wrong with you? What happened down there?"

Zhao Yifu said, "I met... an ancient immortal named Mu Lu."

Zhou Su's eyes moved, and he said, "I've read in a rare book that there was a grandson of heaven and earth in ancient times, who controlled yin and yang and was the leader of all spirits."

Zhao Yifu showed an expectant expression and said, "As expected, I knew He was no ordinary person."

Zhou Su asked curiously, "If that's the case, why was he sealed in this stone tower?"

Zhao Yifu said, "He himself was unwilling to leave. He was worried that leaving the stone tower would bring disaster to the world, so he simply imprisoned himself here."

"Master Zhou, I will come here more often in the future. My knife can make His pain a little better."

Zhou Su nodded and said, "Okay, I was just about to talk to you about military affairs."

"These Beiliao bandits came in large numbers. Although they were hastily prepared and unprepared, they still put tremendous pressure on Xiangyang."

Zhao Yifu said, "Master, do you want to relieve this pressure?"

Zhou Su nodded and said, "I will have someone lead a group of troops to attack out of the city. You will have someone meet them outside the city, and then they will form a group outside to wait for opportunities to harass us."

Zhao Yifu nodded and said, "This is a simple matter. You know Yang Zaixuan, he is perfect for this kind of thing. But who will lead the troops that break out of the city?"

He didn't let Yang Zaixuan do this kind of thing himself, after all, he really didn't have much manpower.

Zhou Su said, "Yun Gui is the general commanding the troops in Xiangyang City. Xiangyang City cannot be without him."

"In this case, although I am reluctant, I have no choice but to let my niece Xiangyu lead the troops to fight. I only hope that your Zhao family's 'Zhao Barbarian Girl' can live up to the reputation of bravery."

Zhao Yifu covered his mouth and said "Puff~"

He couldn't help laughing out loud because he heard the title "Zhao's Barbarian Girl".

My sister had this nickname when she was a child. I didn't expect that she not only didn't get rid of it when she grew up, but it became more and more famous.

Zhou Su looked at him strangely, then understood and said with some shame: "Master Meng has been reckless."

After all, 'Zhao's Barbarian Girl' doesn't sound like a good word.

Zhao Yifu said, "This arrangement is perfect!"

"My sister is a brave warrior, and my disciple, Yang Zaixuan, is also a mighty general. He will definitely not disappoint Master Zhou."

Zhou Su nodded in satisfaction and said, "You go and arrange it."

Zhao Yifu said, "Please ask Master Zhou to help arrange it as well."

Zhou Su asked unexpectedly: "How to arrange it?"

Zhao Yifu whispered, "So, so..."

Zhou Su's expression changed as he listened. Then his eyes slowly curved up. He wanted to laugh but felt he shouldn't, so he coughed dryly and said, "Wouldn't it be a bad idea to do this? After all, this is a battlefield..."

Zhao Yifu said, "It is precisely on the battlefield that there are some important things that must not be regretted."

Zhou Su nodded happily in agreement.

……

In the camp on the edge of the battlefield, the cats transformed into human forms and busily processed the spoils, while Yang Zaixuan continued to rest with the Fenglin soldiers.

Although he was very happy about this great victory, he was even more saddened by the deaths and injuries of his brothers who he ate and slept with on a daily basis.

So he's been a bit 'emo' lately.

Zhao Yifu quickly walked into the camp and found Yang Zaixuan. He said bluntly, "Don't be so dejected. I have a very important mission for you."

Yang Zaixuan immediately perked up, wiped his face, stood up straight and said with great energy, "Master, please give me your instructions."

Zhao Yifu looked at his high spirits with satisfaction.

Then he said, "Tonight at midnight, a group of soldiers will attack from Xiangyang City. I want you to meet them and then join them to harass the enemy's food supply."

Yang Zaixuan immediately became excited, he knew that this task was not easy.

However, this man was indeed worthy of being valued by Zhao Yifu. After hesitating for a moment, he actually asked, "Sir, when we meet up, will you listen to me or someone else?"

Zhao Yifu asked with great interest, "Who do you want to listen to?"

Yang Zaixuan immediately said, "Of course they will listen to me. After all, the young master's direct lineage is all with me. What if that person gives blind orders and causes these old brothers to suffer losses?"

Zhao Yifu laughed and said, "You think too much."

"The breakout force should be around a thousand, but you have less than two hundred. How can we possibly listen to you?"

"Then you will be your deputy. Remember, protect the commander and risk your life on him."

Yang Zaixuan suddenly became serious.

He didn't know why Zhao Yi Fu said this, but he decided to obey because Zhao Yi Fu had never harmed him.

"Yes, sir, I understand."

Zhao Yifu asked, "By the way, polish your armor. Your silver armor has become dirty after so many battles. Go get a bucket of water and wash it."

"Yes Yes."

Yang Zaixuan felt quite awkward. He really didn't understand what the armor cleaning had to do with the night reconnaissance mission.

But Zhao Yifu felt it was not enough, so he asked, "Where is your horse?"

Yang Zaixuan quickly said, "It's not far from the camp. Young Master, are you going to..."

Zhao Yifu had already begun to grumble quietly, "It's been a while. I need to re-dye it. Otherwise, it won't look good if the color fades."

Yang Zaixuan sighed deeply, and he knew...

No wonder he accidentally noticed some brown at the base of the horse's fur while riding it, and some white paint on his hands and pants. So that's how it was...

He didn't know what Zhao Yifu's obsession with the white horse was, so he could only ask, "Sir, how about I change to a horse of a different color?"

Zhao Yifu said, "Other colors don't look good. Only a white horse can match your silver armor and silver spear."

Yang Zaixuan said, "There's a white horse among the war horses we just captured. Why not just replace it with that one..."

Zhao Yifu immediately rejected the idea, saying, "No, I've seen those white horses. They're not tall and strong enough. Not to mention whether they can support your armor, the more important thing is that you look a bit short when riding on them."

Yang Zaixuan couldn't understand why the word "short" was emphasized so much?
He looked at his physique. He was six feet tall after all. How could he be short?

Yang Zaixuan didn't understand, but Zhao Yifu had already helped him re-dye the horse.

He said, "Don't worry, I've optimized the formula this time and I guarantee the color won't fade for at least a week."

Yang Zaixuan didn't know why he should let go of this worry, and he felt a little dazed.

Zhao Yi Fu looked towards Xiangyang City with a gloomy gaze. This was the only preparation he could make on his side, but what about the other side?
……

In Xiangyang City, Zhou Sugang told several close generals about tonight's action plan.

Zhao Xiangyu immediately clasped her fists and said, "As you command!"

She was very straightforward and was indeed a heroic female general.

Zhou Su then waved his hand and said, "Go down and get ready. We'll be leaving the city at midnight tonight. Go and rest and wash up first."

Zhao Xiangyu clasped her fists and left.

Zhao Guhe was about to say goodbye to inspect the city defenses, but Zhou Su suddenly said, "Yun Gui, Qing Zhao, wait a minute, I have something important to tell you..." Zhao Guhe and Zhou Qingzhao listened to Zhou Su's narration, and then their eyes widened.

This was a situation they had never imagined.

For most people, the battlefield is a place of life and death. But for some, the battlefield is a place for blind dates...

Although this is a bit too frivolous, how should I put it...

Anyway, Zhao Guhe and Zhou Qingzhao were both enthusiastically doing their own things.

Zhao Guhe went to his family and selected fifty capable people. This was the greatest support he gave to his daughter.

As for Zhou Qingzhao's task... naturally it was to dress Zhao Xiangyu well.

Why was this girl nicknamed "Zhao's Barbarian Girl"? It was because she was so unkempt.

……

At night, at the agreed time, Yang Zaixuan and Zhao Xiangyu were dressed up beautifully by both sides and then sent to the battlefield.

In the city gate of Xiangyang City, Zhao Xiangyu was still a little confused.

She really didn't understand why she was given bright armor when she was trying to break out at night?
Especially Zhou Qingzhao, who not only put light makeup on her, but also mysteriously selected an exquisite headdress from his makeup box and put it on her.

No, what does this have to do with fighting on the battlefield?
But she had no choice, she had been pushed onto the battlefield.

……

As for Zhao Yifu, he was very satisfied with the handsome young man he had dressed up, but he didn't know whether his sister would like this style?

Anyway, Zhao Yifu felt that as a younger brother, he had done his best, and let the rest take its course.

He planned everything and then chose to let go.

That night, the south gate of Xiangyang City was quietly opened, and then a cavalry team marched out quickly with their horses' hooves wrapped.

And in the wilderness to the south, a small group of soldiers suddenly emerged, cleverly dodging the Liao army's defenses and then killing and burning people in their continuous camps...

For a moment, a corner of the Liao State military camp was set on fire, causing considerable commotion.

But it was just a riot. After all, this was the gathering place of the Liao army. Soon, troops came from the neighboring camp to suppress the riot in this camp.

And at this moment, the camp was attacked by a cavalry!
The main force went to suppress the riots in other people's houses, and the camp was suddenly breached. The soldiers who stayed behind were unable to even put up a slight resistance.

The Liao soldiers could only watch as the cavalry quickly disappeared into the night.

Zhao Xiangyu's troops have completed their mission to leave the city, but I wonder what kind of sparks will be created after she reunites with Yang Zaixuan?

Zhao Yifu was looking forward to it, but he didn't have time to follow the situation.

His Yang Shen has arrived underground in Xiangyang and entered the soul-locking stone tower again.

Zhao Yifu faced the ancient immortal Mu Lu and said, "Greetings, Emperor."

Mu Lu looked up and asked, "Did you guess it?"

Zhao Yifu nodded and said, "Heaven's grandson Mu Lu controls the principles of yin and yang and is the leader of all spirits."

That is, the Great Emperor of Dongyue.

Mu Lu smiled bitterly and said, "That was in the past. Now I am just a poor man who imprisoned myself here."

Zhao Yifu asked curiously, "Why doesn't the Emperor ask God for help? Since the Emperor is the descendant of the Heavenly Emperor, surely the Heavenly Emperor won't sit idly by and do nothing?"

Mu Lu said, "Come forward."

Zhao Yi Fu obeyed the order and stepped forward. His eyes finally penetrated the thick fog and saw Mu Lu's face.

I saw that half of Mu Lu's face was intact, revealing an extremely handsome face; the other half was like melted wax, slowly dripping...

Zhao Yifu showed no sign of fear or retreat, but simply frowned and asked, "Is the Heavenly Grandson being invaded by resentment and hatred?"

Mu Lu said, "How can I show myself to others in this state? I can only imprison myself here."

Zhao Yifu said, "However, the Emperor has imprisoned himself here, and the underworld has lost the suppression of the Emperor Dongyue for the past hundred years. Now, souls are wandering everywhere on the earth, and the ghost officials are unable to track them down."

Mu Lu sighed and said, "I have left the divine seal in the main hall. Father can use it to pass the divine throne to someone else. Why wait until now?"

Only then did Zhao Yi Fu understand that this grandson of heaven had considered everything and was hiding away with his broken face, not wanting to see anyone.

He said: "Perhaps, His Majesty the Emperor of Heaven has been waiting for you to return."

Mu Lu shook his head and said, "With such a broken body, I can't leave, I can't leave..."

Zhao Yifu realized one thing, that is, Tiansun, who was a celestial being who came to the world directly in one step, seemed to have a kind of pretentiousness that mortals did not have.

He didn't continue talking because he knew his limits and understood the principle of speaking in a profound way to someone he had just met.

He drew out the killing knife and stabbed it into Mu Lu's body.

The half of Mu Lu's face that seemed to be melting immediately showed a ferocious look, while the other half of his face that was normal showed a hint of relief.

He has been tormented by these resentments for too long, and now even a little bit of consumption would be a good thing for him.

At the same time, Zhao Yifu was pondering this ghost place, wondering about the relationship between Mu Lu and Master Yuanxiu.

After all, as far as he knew, Patriarch Yuanxiu collided with Mulu in Yinyang Heaven, and then Patriarch Yuanxiu stayed in Yinyang Heaven... but Mulu appeared here for some reason!
The resentful and hateful energy was quickly dissipated by the killing knife, and this process lasted for two hours.

When Zhao Yifu felt tired, Mu Lu raised his finger and lightly tapped his chest...

The killing knife popped out, and Zhao Yifu put the knife away.

He asked in confusion, "I can hold on for a while, why stop now?"

Mu Lu said gently, "You have things to do in the mortal world. If your own things are ruined because of me, I will also feel uneasy."

"Go ahead. If you can come here and help me for two hours every day, that will be enough."

Zhao Yifu clasped his fists and bowed, then left.

When he was interacting with this celestial grandson Mulu, he still tried his best to act in accordance with his wishes. After all, he had discovered that this celestial being had a very different mentality from his two ancestors who had cultivated themselves from the mortal world to ascend to heaven.

Before figuring out how to get along with Mu Lu, Zhao Yifu decided to try his best to follow his wishes.

However, after the Yang Shen returned, he did not return to his body immediately, but went to Yin Yang Heaven to ask Master Yuanxiu what was going on.

Grandmaster Yuanxiu did not hide the truth and said directly that he had defended Xiangyang to the death that year, wanting to fight for Da Xu's last breath.

In the end, he was defeated and strangled by six top wizards. Finally, he had to abandon his physical body and escape into the underworld.

Unexpectedly, the six wizards did not let him go, but used secret methods to try to forcibly pull him back...

At this time, he met Mu Lu.

The two did not collide, but just passed each other.

Mu Lu crashed into the Soul-Locking Stone Tower in the Yang World instead of him, while Master Yuanxiu unexpectedly stayed in the Yin-Yang Heaven until today.

Only then did Zhao Yifu understand the whole story and sigh for what had happened that year.

At the same time, he also made up his mind to do his best to help Mu Lu recover.

He always felt insecure about the upcoming great changes, and if he could rely on the powerful Mu Lu, he would feel much more at ease.

　Barely managed to get 4,000 words

　　
　
(End of this chapter)