Chapter 338 Someone is quite to the liking of the Queen Mother of the West
It is recorded in ancient books that the Queen Mother of the West is beautiful, dignified, kind and peaceful, etc.!
No matter how good it is, people praise it as much as they can, but this is actually due to the sentiment of "hiding the truth for the respected" among later generations.
The real Queen Mother of the West's demonic and animalistic nature far outweighs her human nature.
In ancient times, there were no rules and constraints such as etiquette. When the monsters met, they would fight first.
Moreover, the average strength of the monster race is very strong. In that environment, if humans want to survive, they can only stick together or become stronger than the monster race.
So humans also do things very directly, this is the general environment.
The Queen Mother of the West likes this straightforward style. In her opinion, those who are afraid of her are her "subordinates" and are not qualified to "negotiate" with her.
If Lu Sen showed that he was afraid of her, then she would become tough, even unreasonable, during this negotiation.
But Lu Sen is not afraid of her, so he will gain her respect, and they can talk slowly about anything.
"I have asked around outside, your name is Lu Sen." Queen Mother of the West showed off another peach and said, "I originally had my eyes on your Fusang tree, and wanted to wait until my strength recovered, then I could take it away directly."
When these words were spoken, everyone was shocked.
Lu Sen asked calmly, "What happened that made the queen change her mind?"
"The fat black man next to you is emitting tremendous luck."
Fat black guy?
Later Lu Sen realized that it was Bao Zheng who had been at sea for more than two years and was sunburned to charcoal.
"I have lived for a long time, and I have only seen three great fortunes." Queen Mother Xi recalled for a moment, and then continued: "I understand But this time, I don't understand why the fortune is emitted from a mortal, and why the fortune will take the initiative to share it with you."
Lu Sen frowned and asked, "I have heard of the concept of destiny. But this destiny cannot be seen or touched, so I have no idea about it."
The whale plague took the hibiscus trees to Europe to plant them, just to disrupt the fortune of the Central Plains.
"It doesn't matter if you can't see it. I just want to ask you, what big thing did that fat black guy do recently to have such great luck?"
What has Bao Zheng done recently?
Traveled around the world, brought back seeds and books, and drew nautical charts!
Oh... Lu Sen understood.
In other words, Bao Zheng's round-the-world trip really worked and will it inspire the spirit of maritime adventure throughout the Song Dynasty in the future?
Thus opening the Northern Song Dynasty version of the Age of Discovery?
Seeing Lu Sen's face suddenly enlightened, Queen Mother Xi said, "I think you should know the reason."
"Indeed."
"Then tell me, let me see if I can get some."
Lu Sen thought about it and then talked about some core contents of the Age of Exploration, then mentioned the great geographical discoveries, the slave trade, the improvement of productivity and so on.
Explain the connection between them.
He had tried to keep his words as simple as possible, but the more the Queen Mother of the West listened, the more confused she became.
Finally, Queen Mother Xi rubbed her forehead and looked at the people around her in pain: "Can you understand?"
Yang Jinhua and others shook their heads in embarrassment.
They really couldn't understand what the official was saying.
"Fortunately, it seems that I am not stupid." Queen Mother of the West breathed a sigh of relief and pursed her lips subconsciously: "Since I can't get the luck, then let's change the deal. I want to absorb some of your luck. How about it?"
"no!"
Before Lu Sen could answer, Yang Jinhua spoke first.
Queen Mother of the West looked at Yang Jinhua with some surprise, because at this moment she found that Yang Jinhua was suddenly not afraid of her anymore.
This is... standing up for men, so you have nothing to fear?
"Why?" Queen Mother of the West looked at Yang Jinhua with a hint of appreciation in her tone.
Yang Jinhua bowed gracefully and replied, "Even ordinary people like us understand that luck is of the utmost importance to people and the country. Your Majesty has absorbed the luck of my husband and brought him bad luck. This is absolutely impossible. As a lady, I do not agree."
"It did have some impact on him, but it wasn't bad luck." Queen Mother Xi explained, "Besides, I'm not without compensation."
Yang Jinhua still shook her head.
In her opinion, her husband's luck is so important that it can ward off evil and evil spirits, so how can she give it to others casually?
Lu Sen waved at Yang Jinhua, then looked at the Queen Mother of the West: "How much is your Majesty willing to pay?"
"what do you want?"
Lu Sen thought about it and shook his head: "I have nothing to ask for."
Queen Mother of the West kept staring into Lu Sen's eyes, and then she realized that the other party was telling the truth.
"That's a bit troublesome." Queen Mother of the West stared at him and said, "I must get the luck. This is related to the survival of Kunlun Mountain. If I can't get it through trading, then there is only one word: 'steal'."
The Queen Mother of the West's expression gradually turned cold.
When other people looked at her, they immediately felt a strong sense of unease, as if they were facing a formidable enemy.
Yang Jinhua, Zhao Bilian and Pang Meir have already begun to merge with the spirit beasts and put on armor.
Jingwei was very sensitive and immediately hid aside, trembling.
"You can't get it." Lu Sen suddenly chuckled: "Since I have great luck, it will definitely protect my safety. If I don't agree, I guess the queen won't be able to absorb my luck. You don't even dare to approach that bag... that is, the black fat man you mentioned."
"You think I can't do it?"
Lu Sen nodded confidently: "Otherwise you will continue to hide in Hangzhou City and continue to absorb the leaked spiritual power. When your strength recovers to the point where you can kill me, you will take action. In that case, the Fusang tree is yours, and so is your luck."
Queen Mother of the West stared at Lu Sen for a while with a sneer, then suddenly her expression softened and she smiled: "Smart, you guessed it right."
As soon as these words were spoken, Yang Jinhua and others immediately breathed a sigh of relief. They really didn't want to have a conflict with the Queen Mother of the West.
"But I really want it. Do you have any way?" Queen Mother of the West asked in a light tone.
Although the tone was flat, Lu Sen still heard a sense of "toughness" in it.
This is an attitude. Queen Mother of the West must plan for the future of Kunlun Mountain, and Lu Sen is the only "lifeline" that can be found now.
It's impossible to miss.
"The survival of Kunlun Mountain is not something that can be decided overnight." Lu Sen thought for a while and said, "Your Majesty, can you give me some time to think about it? Maybe after some time, I will have the desire, and then I can discuss business with you naturally."
"That makes sense." Queen Mother Xi nodded: "Then I will stay in Hangzhou City first. If you have any ideas, let Jingwei come to find me. She should be able to find me."
Seeing Queen Mother of the West give in, Yang Jinhua and others breathed a sigh of relief.
"Then I'll go first." Queen Mother Xi stood up and was about to leave when she suddenly said, "Can you give me a few more of these peaches?"
"I don't have many left here, only three." Lu Sen took out three peaches from the system backpack and handed them over: "But the peaches will be ripe soon. In two months, please come up the mountain to attend the peach banquet."
"No problem, I'll make a note of it."
The Queen Mother of the West opened her mouth and took out a peach in one bite. When the three peaches fell into her stomach, she saw that she had grown a little bigger.
Her appearance, figure and temperament are between that of a girl and a woman, and she looks extremely charming.
She burped again and flew away from the system gate by herself.
After Queen Mother of the West left, Yang Jinhua immediately revoked her temporary access rights and then collapsed limply in Lu Sen's arms.
Lu Sen hugged her and could see that her body was still trembling slightly.
"I was really scared." Yang Jinhua was helpless: "This time it was the Queen Mother of the West, will it be the Jade Emperor or the Three Pure Ones next time?"
Pang Meir and Zhao Bilian were also full of worries.
Lu Sen smiled and said, "Actually, you don't have to be afraid. The immortals, gods, demons and monsters are all at the end of their strength. If a fight really breaks out, you don't have to be afraid of them."
"But the Queen Mother of the West can absorb the spiritual energy emitted by the Fusang tree, and can also eat peaches to grow bigger and stronger. What if she changes her mind one day..."
Lu Sen held Yang Jinhua and sat on the stone bench, holding her in his arms: "The spiritual energy emitted by the Fusang tree is not much, and as its own strength grows, it consumes more and more spiritual energy to maintain its current strength. The Queen Mother of the West can indeed attract the scattered spiritual energy, but after she reaches a limit, she will no longer be strengthened, unless our Zhizhi is willing to 'spit out' all the spiritual energy of heaven and earth."
Yang Jinhua thought about it for a while and understood what Lu Sen meant.
Then I breathed a sigh of relief.
The same goes for other people.
They really revere the Queen Mother of the West from the bottom of their hearts.
Compared with these "ancient people", Lu Sen did not have much awe for the Queen Mother of the West.
In comparison, he admires human talents such as Bao Zheng, Di Qing, Yue Pengju, etc.
He didn't know who had been attacking his fence before, but now he knew it was the Queen Mother of the West, so he felt relieved.
Invisible enemies are the most troublesome. Now that we know the reason, things will be much easier.
Just ignore it.
The next day, Lu Sen went to the Hangzhou government office and met Bao Zheng.
"What are Bao Fuyin's plans next?"
Bao Zheng smiled and said, "I will go back to the capital, donate all the proceeds from the voyage to the government, and then I will take my wife and children back home, and spend the rest of my life in idleness."
Lu Sen shook his head: "Not good."
"Why?" Bao Zheng was puzzled.
He and Master Pang jointly led the Xiazhi coup. Now he can enjoy his old age in peace, which is a miracle in history.
Are you still not satisfied and want him to become an official?
Impossible things.
Lu Sen replied, "Prefect Bao presented his voyage findings to the court, but he did not write down his voyage records. You should write a book to publicize the anecdotes of the voyage."
Bao Zheng shook his head: "Not right, this is an act of deceiving the world and stealing reputation."
In comparison, what he wanted more was a good reputation.
Lu Sen waved his hand and said, "A book can save tens of millions of seamen and sailors and thousands of families. How can it be called a fraud ?"
Bao Zheng began to understand what Lu Sen meant.
There seems to be no book on how to sail nowadays.
Even if there is, it is not famous and not many people pay attention to it.
The maritime experience was passed down from generation to generation by seafarers, or from master to apprentice, and the Song Dynasty's ships did not travel far, so each area had its own dangers.
If Bao Zheng wrote a book to explain it clearly, people would naturally rush to buy it and read it, and it might even become a best-seller.
The sea dwellers know which sea routes are dangerous and how to turn danger into safety, which saves millions of lives.
It is indeed a great act of kindness.
