The Portal of Wonderland

Elder Zhong, you should be very clear about the value of the goods you are responsible for escorting this time. Wang Ruikun said to Zhong Xiu.

Zhong Xiu didn't make a sound, just nodded slightly.

What do you know about this matter now? Wang Ruikun asked again.

I found some clues, but there is no evidence yet, so I won't talk about it here to avoid misunderstanding. Zhong Xiu said.

Playing tricks! The enchanting woman snorted coldly.

Elder Zhong, in this old man's opinion, it would be difficult for someone to force you to take back this batch of goods alone. Since the other party dared to plunder the goods from our Tianwu Chamber of Commerce, it must have a very simple background. Well, if Elder Zhong can find this As for the definite clues or evidence of the robbers, the Chamber of Commerce will come forward to negotiate with the owner and try to get justice. Wang Ruikun said after pondering for a moment.

If the chamber of commerce is to come forward, I think Elder Zhong must find conclusive evidence within half a month, so as to leave enough time for the chamber of commerce to deal with it, otherwise the chamber of commerce will be too passive. Elder Zhong is responsible for solving it on his own, said the enchanting woman.

What Elder Zhao said is also reasonable. I'm a little nervous for half a month, so let's do it on the 20th. Wang Ruikun said, looking at Zhong Xiu.

Thank you, Vice President Wang, for your understanding, but I have a duty to do this, and I shouldn't let the chamber of commerce bear it for me. There is still more than a month before the delivery date. If the goods cannot be found by then, Zhong Xiu is willing to accept any punishment. .” Zhong Xiu replied without changing his face.

As soon as this remark came out, both Wang Ruikun and the enchanting woman were a little taken aback, as if they didn't expect Zhong Xiu to answer so simply.

After all, if the Chamber of Commerce formally intervenes in this matter, many things may be solved easily.

Taking a step back, even if the goods cannot be retrieved for the time being, except for the star stone, the rest of the items can still be assembled in a short period of time with the ability of the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce. , if you are willing to pay a big price, it is not impossible.

It's just that if the Chamber of Commerce came forward to resolve this matter, Zhong Xiu's responsibility would naturally be unavoidable, and it's hard to say whether there will be changes in the fifty-year service period.

This is what Shi Mu didn't want to see, so he thought of this before.

And the most important thing is that it is very difficult to find evidence to prove that the Mingyue Sect is behind the scenes.

Elder Zhong, you really don't want the Chamber of Commerce's support? Wang Ruikun asked after pondering for a while.

The enchanting woman looked at Zhong Xiu with an almost idiotic look, as if she felt that Zhong Xiu didn't know what was good or bad at all.

That's right. Zhong Xiu nodded.

Okay, since Elder Zhong is so confident, so be it. But before that, this matter must be kept secret. After all, it concerns the reputation of the Chamber of Commerce, so it's better not to say anything. Wang Ruikun nodded, agreeing.

Zhong Xiu understands. Zhong Xiu replied.

By the way, the chamber of commerce has arranged accommodation for the two of you. I'll have someone take you there to have a look. Wang Ruikun said.

Thank you, Vice President Wang, then Zhong Xiu will leave.

Zhong Xiu and Wang Ruikun bowed to say goodbye, and led Shi Mu to the door without looking back.

Uncle, I think this girl is just stubborn. I'm afraid she doesn't even know who took those goods away, so she still wants to get them back? It's just fantastic! The enchanting woman looked at Zhong Xiu's leaving back and snorted coldly.

In the past six months, there has been some unrest outside. First, goods were robbed in the sub-altar in Likun City, and then similar incidents occurred in Uba, Qisa and other cities one after another. Now finally Rikang City has problems. Although on the surface it seems that they are all related to the local barbarians, but in my opinion, there should be something behind it. Since Zhong Xiu is willing to solve it by himself, it is just right, maybe he can find out something. If Wang Ruikun has The way you think.

Uncle, do you believe that Zhong Xiu can do it? The enchanting woman was full of disbelief.

If Zhong Xiu can find the goods, it will be a good thing for the chamber of commerce. Her ability is not weak, otherwise she won't be valued by the president and let her compete with you for the position of special envoy of the demon clan. If she can't be found, then As for the competition, she will naturally lose her qualifications. Wang Ruikun stood up, looked out the window, and said calmly.

I see, uncle is really thoughtful! the enchanting woman said happily.

...

As a result, within a few days after Shi Mu and Zhong Xiu left the headquarters of the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce, the news that Zhong Xiu of the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce lost the entrusted item on the way gradually began to spread in Cangxu City.

Regarding this matter, there are different opinions. Some people say that it was done by the demon clan forces, some say that some barbarian clan forces are dissatisfied with the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce's dominance, and some even say that it is self-stealing. In short, there are all kinds of rumors and versions.

But there is one thing in common, that is, Zhong Xiu, the elder of the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce, who is in charge of this matter, has returned to Cangxu City, and the cargo that was transported has indeed disappeared.

In the mud street warehouse.

It seems that this matter has finally spread. Fortunately, these things are all ready. Zhong Xiu looked at the eight full of floating cloud carts in front of him, and sighed softly.

Don't worry, what's supposed to come will always come. It's not necessarily a bad thing for us as this matter spreads so quickly. Shi Mu said after thinking for a while.

But Brother Shi, we are in the open and the enemy is in the dark. I always feel uneasy. Zhong Xiu said.

It's okay, don't think about it! Shi Mu stretched out his hand to hold Zhong Xiu's hand, and patted it lightly as a sign of comfort.

...

After it was reported that the goods that Zhong Xiu of the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce was robbed, because the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce did not come forward to refute the rumors, and the person involved Zhong Xiu did not show up, due to the deliberate actions of the good people, the matter quickly spread throughout the whole world. A city.

Two days later, two unexpected guests came to Tianwu Hanyuan Pavilion.

One of them was a man in his thirties and forties, with brown hair and blue eyes, and a burly figure. He was the current city lord of Cangxu City, Linghu Kuan, the Minister of Condor Eagle.

As for the other man, if Shi Mu was present, he would have been shocked. This man was the Palace Master Di Feng who came to Xihe Continent with Liu An that day.

Master Linghu, you are here, I am not far away to welcome you! By the way, who is this? After receiving the notification, Wang Ruikun hurried to the door, cupped his hands at Linghu Kuan, and then turned his eyes to him On the person next to him, asked.

This is the altar master Di of the sub-altar of the Mingyue sect in Liefengya. Linghu Kuan said.

So it's Master Di Tan, nice to meet you! Wang Ruikun immediately smiled and cupped his hands at the other party.

Vice President Wang, I don't want to go around the bush. I came here this time to verify the incident that has been rumored in the city recently. Linghu Kuan said straight to the point.

The old man has been busy with the affairs of the chamber of commerce recently, but he never went out. I don't know what City Lord Linghu is talking about? Wang Ruikun said.

Naturally, it's about the robbing of the supplies entrusted by the Lord of Rikang, You Can, to me. Linghu Kuan glanced at Wang Ruikun and said.

My lord, I don't know where you got the news from? Wang Ruikun said.

Vice President Wang doesn't need to ask where the news came from. Today, I and City Master Linghu just want to confirm whether the goods transported by the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce are really lost? Di Feng suddenly took up the conversation.

You two, I really don't know about this matter, why don't you go into the house and discuss it in detail. Wang Ruikun suggested seeing people gathering around.

The two looked at Wang Ruikun, but did not move.

You two, the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce is the most trustworthy in business. If what you two said really happens, I guarantee that you will be compensated at three times the price according to the regulations. As far as I know, the delivery date has not yet come. Please stay calm and wait patiently, and don't listen to those rumors. Wang Ruikun said solemnly seeing more and more people gathered around him, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared.

From the beginning to the end, Wang Ruikun didn't mention the loss of the goods at all, with a noncommittal look, Linghu Kuan couldn't help being suspicious. If Di Feng hadn't brought this up, he wouldn't have come to ask Xingshi now.

Although there were rumors everywhere outside, Tianwu Chamber of Commerce still had to give face. Besides, if the goods were really lost, Wang Ruikun's words would make him feel confident.

In this way, on the other side's steps, his expression softened a little, and after a few casual conversations with the other side, the two left.

Looking at the figures of the two leaving, Wang Ruikun's eyes were a little complicated.

In fact, he didn't know whether Zhong Xiu could get the goods back. According to the spies he sent, Zhong Xiu stayed in one place for the past few days, as if he had no intention of finding the goods at all.

In the mud street warehouse.

Xiu'er, what news did you receive? You seem a little unhappy? Shi Mu asked with concern seeing Zhong Xiu sitting silently.

Brother Shi, Vice President Wang sent me a message to tell me that the city owner here, that is, our cargo owner, has already approached him, but fortunately he has been able to prevaricate this time. Zhong Xiu said.

Hehe, the agreed delivery date has not yet arrived. The city lord's arrival at this time is just hearing the news and exerting pressure. There will be no major problems. Shi Mu said.

I'm not worried about the city lord's affairs, but if we do this, can it really work? Zhong Xiu said.

Shi Mu smiled without answering, and nodded calmly.

As a result, at this moment, Cai'er flapped her wings and flew in from outside the house, landed on Shi Mu's shoulder, and shouted:

Stone, guess who I saw?

Don't be mysterious, tell me quickly! Shi Mu didn't give Cai'er a good face, this guy has always wanted to open a dyeing workshop because of his three-pointed color.

Seeing how anxious you are, you didn't let me rest and drink some water to catch my breath. Do you know how tiring it is to fly around all day... Cai'er said.

Shi Mu didn't wait for it to finish, he had already flicked it on the head, Cai'er showed a look of grievance, and even Zhong Xiu beside him was amused by it.

Okay, tell me quickly, don't be fooled! Shi Mu said, throwing a water attribute spirit stone to Cai'er.

I said it's not enough! Di Feng, that Dianzhu Di, he is now the altar master of a sub-altar of the Mingyue Sect near here! Cai'er swallowed the spirit stone in one gulp.

Master Di? He's here too? Shi Mu thought.

That's not all. This guy and the city lord here, Linghu Kuan, seem to have a good relationship. Not long ago, the two went to the Tianwu Chamber of Commerce to make a fuss. Cai'er continued. (To be continued.)