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"for me?"

Ren Pingsheng looked bewildered.

Jiang Chuyue explained: "Senior sister didn't know where to find out, using the scales of the real dragon as the guide and the blood of the unicorn as the foundation, it can repair the damaged sea of ​​​​qi.

Only then did he take great risks to go to the secret realm and hunt down the unicorns.

If it's just to mend the meridian, the senior sister has a completely possible choice, there is no need to hunt and kill an ancient ferocious beast in the transcendent realm. "

Is that so...

Ren Pingsheng's eyes showed a hint of trance, and he stood there without saying a word for a long time.

This secret has been held back in Jiang Chuyue's heart for a long time. After telling it out, she immediately felt much better. She bounced towards Ren's mansion and said, "Anyway, Senior Sister will leave the capital after a while. My son, please think about whether you should keep Senior Sister..."

Ren Pingsheng looked at her back and fell silent.

After half an hour.

Return to Renfu.

Ren Pingsheng originally planned to talk to Chang An, but just as he walked out the door, he saw Li Yong walking towards him.

"My lord, there are people coming from the palace."

Is it because of Dad?

Ren Pingsheng thought so, looked at Li Yong, nodded slightly: "Got it."

Afterwards, he turned around and walked out of the mansion, and saw a white-faced and beardless eunuch standing there, with a respectful look: "Your servant pays homage to your son."

Ren Pingsheng looked at the eunuch with a smile on his face: "Your father-in-law is being polite, what can you do if you don't know about your father-in-law's visit?"

Hearing the words, the eunuch knew that the other party didn't want to talk nonsense to him, so he avoided those twists and turns, and stated his intentions straightforwardly: "The Holy One ordered, there is something to be done by His Royal Highness."

Having said that, stopped.

Unspoken.

This matter can't be explained for a while, and there are many people outside, so it's better to go to the mansion to talk about it.

Ren Pingsheng didn't talk nonsense: "Grandpa, please meet me."

The voice fell.
The two entered the mansion gate one after the other.

to the house.

The eunuch began to convey the emperor's will.

in short.

To the east of the capital, there is a place near the sea called Chanzhou.

The area is small, but there is a port, which can be regarded as a relatively prosperous small city near the capital, and it is quite famous.

Six months ago, a strange thing happened in Nachanzhou.

A dignified official of the imperial court, with a fifth-rank cultivation base and a fourth-rank official status, the prefect of Chanzhou died inexplicably at home.

Jin Yiwei investigated the matter and found no abnormality, so he concluded the matter with a sudden death.

The Ministry of Officials quickly selected a new magistrate and took office.

As a result, within a month, he died suddenly again.

It is extremely unusual for the same thing to happen twice in the same place.

Therefore.

Jin Yiwei focused on sending people to investigate the cause of the new magistrate's death, but still found nothing abnormal.

Besides.

The arresters from Six Doors also went to Chanzhou to investigate on the surface, but found nothing.

The Ministry of Officials then selected and sent a magistrate to Chanzhou.

Just three days ago.

The prefect died at home again for no reason.

In just six months, three fourth-rank prefects died in the same place.

If it is a coincidence, no one will believe it.

But Jin Yiwei and Six Doors couldn't find anything.

The Ministry of Officials wanted to appoint a new magistrate, but there were many obstacles.

Everyone was afraid that they would be the fourth magistrate who died suddenly, and the candidates who were favored by the officials were all panicked, complained of illness and stayed at home, shutting their doors.

Even if he lost the hat on his head, he didn't want to take that risk.

For a while, the officials who were qualified enough to be the magistrate of Chanzhou felt insecure.

When Emperor Zhaowu heard this, he was furious, thinking that someone must be behind the incident, so he thought of asking Ren Pingsheng, who had repeatedly solved strange cases, to go to Chanzhou to investigate the matter.

After Ren Pingsheng heard the ins and outs, his expression became a little strange.

It was thought that the emperor sent someone to pass the word of mouth because of the fact that the cheap daddy stationed the iron cavalry in Ningzhou.

Who would have thought that it was for an irrelevant matter.

anyway.

In the same place, three magistrates died in a row within half a year, which sounds really weird enough.

Especially since Jin Yiwei couldn't find any clues, it seemed even more weird.

If this matter is not resolved, the officials above the court may discuss what they will say.

I have nothing to do at home during this time.

It is human nature for Emperor Zhaowu to assign this matter to himself.

Ren Pingsheng thought so, nodded slightly, and agreed to the matter: "Your Majesty's will, I will do my best to do it."

Seeing that he agreed, the eunuch said again: "The Holy Majesty also said that the Chanzhou case is not a trivial matter. When the son sets off, it is best to bring more people."

"The minister obeys the order."

Ren Pingsheng saluted.

"Your Majesty ordered that the servants have arrived, you rest, my son, and the servants will leave."

The eunuch saluted respectfully, turned and left.

Ren Pingsheng said a few words politely, and after sending him to the door, he stopped in his tracks, thinking to himself, who would he take to Chanzhou.

I thought it was just to investigate the case, so I went back quickly.

On second thought.

Anyway, if you have nothing to do, why not take this opportunity to go to the beach to relax.

It just so happened that after the investigation of the case was completed, it was estimated that it would be the beginning of spring.

From Chanzhou back to the capital, it is also a good choice to stop and go all the way to see the scenery along the way.

As for the sign-in system...

Now all they get are attribute point rewards, and it doesn't hurt to lose a dozen points.

Thinking of this.

Ren Pingsheng walked towards Chang An's residence and told her about the matter.

Chang An originally wanted to stay in the capital.

But the little green tea on the side was very excited, and the little chicken nodded like pecking rice, and persuaded his senior sister: "I have never seen the sea since I was a child! Senior sister, let's go along... If the prince is in danger when investigating the case, maybe we can help."

Hear the second half of the sentence.

Chang An's expression changed slightly, and after a little hesitation, he agreed.

After discussing with Chang An, Ren Pingsheng went to Mu Rou's house.

The little celestial master originally thought that to survive this winter and go to see the sea before the beginning of spring would be his last wish.

But sometimes I think about it again.

If I can't survive this winter, wouldn't I have regrets.

Or, at the beginning of spring, I already have mobility problems and am bedridden, so I can't let Mr. Ren hold me to see the sea...

thus.

I heard that we are going to Chanzhou by the sea.

The little celestial master didn't make any excuses, and directly agreed, with a look of joy on his brows.

See Chang An and Mu Rou agree.

Ren Pingsheng began to think about which helpers he should bring.

After all, I went to investigate the case, not to go on vacation.

Moreover, the prefects who died were all Confucian students with fifth-rank cultivation, and their strength was not weak.

If it really died in the hands of a certain force or a certain person, it means that the other party has a lot of means.

It is difficult for a strong dragon to crush a local snake.

When I arrived in Chanzhou, I was alone, so I might not be able to cope.

Still need to bring more people.

Li Yong and the others don't need to say much, they are all his cronies. When investigating the case, it is inevitable that there will be trivial matters, so let them handle them, so you can rest assured.

Other than that, they are the servants of Zhenma Division.

After thinking about it, it doesn't make any sense to bring those little guys, just bring Baiping and Murong.

If the enemy is so strong that they can't deal with it, it's useless to bring more town magician guards.

anyway.

Emperor Zhaowu had previously promised to expand the manpower of his Zhenma Division and recruit more young talents like Baiping and Murong.

Why hasn't there been any movement for such a long time.

Ren Pingsheng thought wildly for a while, summoned Li Yong, roughly explained what he was going to do next, and then ordered him to find a few people and tell Bai Ping and Murong about it.

Do it all.

He returned to the courtyard, picked up the Hongming knife, and continued to practice.

A few less attributes are harmless.

Practice hard, but can't let go.

…………

The next day.

early morning.

The sun is rising, and the golden sunlight is shining on the earth.

In front of Ren Mansion's gate, there are three plain-looking carriages lined up. The surface is ordinary, but in fact there is a universe inside. The interior decoration is extremely luxurious, and all the objects that should be used for daily life are fully prepared.

"My lord, everything is ready."

Li Yong, dressed in strong clothes and with a long knife on his waist, stood in front of Ren Pingsheng with a respectful tone.

"Ah."

Ren Pingsheng nodded slightly, looked to the side, and said, "Madam, Miss Mu, what else do you need to bring?"

Both shook their heads.

then.

Everyone walked out of the Ren mansion and got into the carriage.

Ren Pingsheng took one by himself.

Chang An and Jiang Chuyue have one.

Mu Rou and Qiu'er are in the car.

Li Yong led guards, rode on war horses, and pretended to be ordinary servants, and divided the two sides of the train team.

A group of people left the capital in such a mighty way, and went straight to Chanzhou.

Chanzhou is located at the easternmost end of the Great Zhou Dynasty. It is not far from the capital, but it is not close if it is said to be close.

Even if you take the official road, at the speed of the convoy, it will take two or three days to get there with stop and go.

Of course, if Mu Rou was left behind, the group of people would be able to reach Chanzhou City in a day at most.

But, in Ren Pingsheng's opinion.

The case in Chanzhou lasted half a year, and there was no rush to solve the case.

It is also an interesting thing to stop and go along the way to appreciate the local customs.

On the first day of the journey, everything went well.

Walking on the official road, you can see many merchants on their way, as well as nearby common people carrying firewood, planning to go to the city to sell, and half-grown children chasing and frolicking on the path beside the road.

Occasionally, you can see literati traveling together, riding tall horses, drinking and composing poems.

By the next day, things had changed.

On the same official road, pedestrians became much rarer, most of them were merchants in a hurry, with burly guards around them, all of them looked very vigilant, always watching and listening.

In addition, you can also see the old and weak begging along the street, with a haggard appearance, as if they will fall down on the road in a second, and they will never stand up again.

of course.

The most common is the rotting bones on the roadside.

It snowed for several days in a row, and many poor people froze to death.

After a few days of clearing and warming temperatures, these wreckages were exposed, and no one cleaned them up. They just lay on both sides of the road, exuding a rancid smell.

The farther away from the capital, the more common such scenes are.

Ren Pingsheng sat on the carriage, looked at everything outside, and frowned slightly.

For him, this winter is no different from ordinary.

Because of several heavy snowfalls, it also added a bit of fun to life. Watching Little Green Tea build a snowman in the yard, strolling leisurely along the shore of Yuanwu Lake with Little Tianshi, cooking beef and mutton, lamenting that the auspicious snow is a sign of a good year.

After leaving the bustling capital, it was only after seeing these scenes that I realized it.

For countless people, these heavy snowfalls are like nightmares.

After many people fell asleep, they never opened their eyes again.

Especially the homeless beggars and refugees are even more rare.

It is no exaggeration to say that a considerable number of people did not survive this winter.

The farther away from the capital, the worse the situation.

"It's still like this two hundred miles away from the capital, but I don't know what it's like to be farther away from the capital...

The court is clamoring for disaster relief every day, and I really don't know where the money and food allocated by the Ministry of Households have gone! "

Ren Pingsheng looked at the two skeletons, one large and one small, lying on the side of the road, with dim eyes, and thought: Emperor Zhaowu should really rectify the administration of officials, otherwise, even if Wu Sheng is safe and sound, the court of the Great Zhou Dynasty will not last long.

Think so.

The convoy stopped suddenly.

Immediately afterwards, a clanging sound of a sword being drawn came from outside.

Opening the curtain of the car and looking out the window, I saw Li Yong and others, holding long knives in their hands, looking ready to fight.

You don't need to think about it to know that this is a gangster who has run into a robbery.

Ren Pingsheng was full of anger and didn't know where to vent it. Seeing this scene, a stern look appeared on his face. He picked up the Hongming knife, stepped out of the carriage, and asked, "What's going on?"

Li Yong looked vigilant, and said: "The road ahead is blocked with stones, and someone wants to block the road and rob."

This is not the first time he has encountered such a thing.

At the beginning, he escorted the eldest son from Yunzhou to the capital.

After leaving the northern border, similar things happened so often that when they saw a stone blocking the road, they immediately drew their swords and stood ready.

When Ren Pingsheng heard the words, a sharp look burst into his eyes, and he asked, "Where is the person?"

Li Yong said: "Hui Shizi, he should be frightened by us."

These robbers who blocked the road were not fools.

Seeing that Li Yong and others reacted quickly, their movements were uniform and powerful, they immediately realized that this was a hard stubble.

To be on the safe side, it is human nature to choose to give up.

Generally speaking.

At this time, the merchants passing by will not cause extra problems, and will quickly move away the stones and stay away from the right and wrong places as soon as possible.

Ren Pingsheng said: "Find them out and destroy them!"

Li Yong didn't say anything, and replied: "Yes!"

Then, he winked at the guards beside him.

The guards understood immediately, divided half of them into groups of twos and threes, and galloped wildly in all directions.

Somewhere in the woods not far away.

A bandit leader who was wearing animal skins and looking fierce, was stunned when he saw this scene.

I have already let them go.

Why did these guys take the initiative to deliver them to your door?
After a little hesitation.

There was a ruthless look in his eyes, and he said in a low voice: "Let the brothers get ready to kill this group of blind people!"

A rough voice came from behind.

"Got it, big brother!"

After a stick of incense.

More than a dozen bandits wearing animal skins and holding various weapons rushed out of the forest and surrounded the guards who were exploring the way.

at the same time.

Dozens of tall, short, fat and thin bandits, holding forks, appeared from all directions and rushed towards the carriage, shouting something.

Li Yong looked around for a week, and said seriously: "My lord, the man is here!" (End of this chapter)