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The ambassador didn't know the truth and was curious as to why Luo Zheng and others were concerned about a restricted area. Luo Zheng thought for a moment and said, "This is our mission. I can't tell you the details. I need your help now. There is a building on the stone pillars in the valley. , it might be a church or something like that. I need your help to confirm the true identity of the people inside. What religion do they believe in? Are there any questions?"

"This is not difficult, I know someone, he should know." The ambassador pondered for a moment and said, seeing Luo Zheng's face full of doubts, he explained: "This person is a very famous local believer, familiar with religious affairs, and was previously responsible for his country's government He is engaged in religious affairs and is now retired at home, concentrating on his spiritual practice. If he doesn’t know about it, no one will know about it.”

"Great, take us to him right away." Luo Zheng was overjoyed and said quickly.

"In such a hurry?" the ambassador asked in surprise.

"Yes, this matter is important and must be done immediately." Luo Zheng said seriously.

"Okay, the place where he lives is a bit remote. It takes about two hours to get here. Let's leave immediately." Seeing Luo Zheng's eager face, the ambassador guessed that the matter was very important and agreed immediately. If he wasted time, then The responsibility was great. The ambassador had received orders from the country to support Luo Zheng unconditionally and did not dare to delay.

The three people quickly walked out of the office and came to the parking lot. The ambassador called a car. Luo Zheng motioned to the driver not to follow him and jumped into the driving seat. Lan Xue got into the passenger seat. The ambassador had to sit behind and guide the way. Luo Zheng drove the car. After leaving the embassy, ​​under the guidance of the ambassador, I rushed over very quickly.

The situation was urgent and time was of the essence. Luo Zheng did not dare to delay. The ambassador also vaguely sensed Luo Zheng's eagerness, so he hurriedly helped Luo Zheng and kept reminding Luo Zheng of the direction. The car quickly got on the expressway and rushed out of the city towards the suburbs. Rushing away, there was no traffic light, Luo Zheng slammed the accelerator and drove wildly.

After traveling through mountains and ridges all the way, in less than two hours we arrived at a place with beautiful mountains and clear waters. There was a manor built on a low hillside. The manor was entirely made of wood. It was very special. There was a wind turbine next to it. The surrounding terrain is open, with some trees growing, and the ground is flat with lush vegetation.

Under the guidance of the ambassador, Luo Zheng drove the car directly to the gate of the manor. An old man with snow-white hair and beard walked out. He was wearing a white robe and cloth shoes, leaning on a strange-shaped tree. He was about 1.7 meters tall, with clear eyes and full body. It exudes an otherworldly aura.

Everyone got out of the car, but Luo Zheng did not step forward. Instead, he looked around carefully and gave Lan Xue a look. Lan Xue walked up to the back of the house to check. The ambassador greeted him enthusiastically, opened his arms and said, "Good Master, we have met, I hope my presumption has not disturbed your peaceful life."

"It's you, old friend, please come in." The man named Master Gude smiled calmly, glanced at the circuitous Lan Xue and the motionless Luo Zheng, without asking any more questions, took the ambassador's hand and walked towards the inner room. go.

Luo Zheng quickly followed him and stepped through a wooden door. Inside was a small garden planted with various exotic flowers and plants. Luo Zheng couldn't understand what it was. He glanced at the room. It had two bedrooms and one living room, with an attic, and next to it was a small garden. There was a kitchen, no one else, and it looked like a clean place.

"Master Gude, long time no see." The ambassador said with a smile.

Luo Zheng saw Gude pulling the ambassador to sit down on a wooden bench in the small garden outside. He also came over and found a random place to sit down. He looked around curiously and sighed with emotion. This is a good place for cleaning. This old man also looks a little out of this world.

"Mr. Ambassador, in your country's terms, you will come to the Three Treasures Palace for nothing, so tell me." Master Gude said calmly and glanced at Luo Zheng.

"Let me introduce you. This is Mr. Luo Zhen, our country's military attache." The ambassador quickly introduced him according to the words discussed on the way here.

"Hello, Master Gude." Luo Zheng said politely.

"Well, welcome to your arrival. How can I help you?" Master Gude smiled peacefully.

"More Masters, I came here to ask Master to verify something. I wonder how much Master knows about Paradise Valley?" Luo Zheng said straight to the point, with a slight smile on his face, but his eyes became cautious. Focus on each other, not sparing a single detail.

"That's a restricted area. Why, are you interested there?" Master Gude smiled lightly, calmly, as if he was talking about an insignificant matter.

Luo Zheng could not see the depth of Master Gude, and continued with some helplessness: "Yes, one of our people accidentally entered the restricted area and is already dead. He died under the knife and became a murder case. The superiors ordered us to investigate clearly, so we came to ask Master I want to ask for advice. I heard that there are some believers practicing there, who are they?" In order to obtain information, Luo Zheng had to make up a temporary lie.

"Someone was killed?" Master Gude was startled and looked at Luo Zheng in surprise, as if this kind of thing shouldn't happen. Seeing Luo Zheng's serious face, as if it was true, he couldn't help but said doubtfully: "It shouldn't be. , it’s true that there are people practicing Qing there, but their teachings don’t advocate killing, it shouldn’t be the believers who do it, maybe it’s for other reasons, will someone dump the body?”

"Impossible. The deceased was an artist. He came to your country to travel. He was full of curiosity about Paradise Valley and wanted to take pictures there, but he never returned." Luo Zheng said with some sadness. In order to obtain information, Luo Zheng risked his life. .

"I'm sorry. This is a tragedy that shouldn't have happened. I've heard of those people who believe in an ancient sect. I don't know what it is specifically. The believers are all local orphans. The government saw them adopt orphans and solved the problem. There is no obstruction due to social pressure. I remember when I was in charge of religious affairs, and I remember filing records that their teachings mainly focus on preaching justice, love, peace and cultivating the mind, and there is no conflict with the country, so let them leave it to them." Goode said. The master explained regretfully.

"Cultivation of the mind?" Luo Zheng asked curiously: "How do you understand this?"

"It is about cleansing the soul and advocating light and freedom. It is a spiritual cultivation method that focuses on meditation and supplements by guidance. Why is Mr. Luo also interested in this?" Master Gude explained curiously.

"I'm just curious, not interested. I'm a materialist." Luo Zheng smiled, but he became wary in his heart. Why does this cultivation of the mind sound like brainwashing? Then he asked: "You just mentioned that their sect is old. How old is it specifically? What is the registered name?"

"The files are very old. I don't know when their sect was founded. I only know that it is very old. The last registration was during the founding of our country. That year, a census of all religions in the country was conducted. They were also among them. They were registered again. It's been too long and I can't remember clearly." Goode said with some regret.