Chapter 70: Would you like a plate?
Invisible Falcon.
This is a rare bird that can communicate at a fixed point after being domesticated. Because of its extremely fast flying speed and almost invisible appearance, it is named "Invisible Falcon".
The Invisible Falcon is an evolved version of the regular carrier pigeon, and is three times as fast.
If we ignore the weather conditions, we can fly eight hundred miles in one hour!
The straight-line distance from the capital to Tongren Prefecture was no more than 3,000 miles. It took less than four hours for Cao Jinxing's official document to arrive at the Zhenfusi Yamen and land on Liu Zhenyuan's desk.
Liu Zhenyuan took a thin piece of paper from the invisible falcon's leg. On it was written the cause, process and result of the entire rebellion in a clear and logical manner.
Even if he had never been to Tongren Prefecture, after reading it, he would have a clear understanding .
"Good boy!"
Liu Zhenyuan said "OK" and wanted to prepare another document and hand it over, but then he changed his mind and took the paper directly to see Commander Lu Bing.
After Lu Bing took a quick look, it was clear who was right and who was wrong.
He was very close to Yan Song, but even closer to Jiajing. It was impossible for him to hide such a thing for them, so the two of them asked for permission to enter the palace.
Emperor Jiajing received them at the Yuxi Palace in the Western Garden.
The chief eunuch of the imperial palace, Lu Fu, was at his side.
After the Renyan Palace Coup, Jiajing moved to the Western Garden. Yuxi Palace has always been Jiajing's alchemy room, the place for cultivation, and also the place where he lives and sleeps.
There is a "Jin Shen Jing She" in Yuxi Palace. In the past, only Yan Song and Lu Bing could enter here. Today, Liu Zhenyuan was allowed to enter.
Both men knelt on the ground.
On the main wall of the monastery is a tablet of the Three Pure Ones, and below the tablet is a Bagua-shaped platform covered with a bright yellow futon cushion, on which a person is sitting.
He is tall and thin, dressed in a light silk loose robe, with a Taoist bun on his head and a flowing black beard. He is in his forties. Just looking at his attire, I am afraid no one would associate this man with a "fairy-like appearance" who looks very much like a Taoist priest with the Jiajing Emperor Zhu Houzhao.
At this time, Jiajing was holding the paper in his hand and looking at it carefully.
After a while, I finished reading it.
"deliver an imperial order."
Jiajing's voice was as cold as the wind, and one could imagine how angry he was!
Everyone in the temple knelt down.
"Order Zhang Yue, the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of War, to be the Governor-General of the three provinces of Huguang, Guizhou, and Sichuan and the Governor of Guizhou. He is to take up his post immediately! Fix this mess for me!"
There was total silence inside the temple.
Whether Lu Fu, Lu Bing or Liu Zhenyuan were all shocked by this name.
It turned out to be Zhang Yue!
This man was a talented general. He once led his army to wipe out the huge bandits in Guangdong and Guangxi that had not been defeated for 30 years. He was well-known in the government and the public!
The most important thing is that Yan Song "hated it to the core"!
He impeached Yan Song and Yan Shifan more than once for their extravagance and clique-building. Yan Shifan always gnashed his teeth and waited for an opportunity to harm him, but Zhang Yue frankly said: "I am a cold-blooded man, and I am afraid of a piece of leather!"
This is a tough nut to crack!
He is still a tough guy who has a deep grudge against the Yan family!
If he goes there, I'm afraid he will skin and tear the skin off the Southwest Yan Party!
"Yes, Master."
Lu Fu was the first to react: "I will draft an order right away..."
"besides."
Jiajing continued, "Let Yan Song and Yan Shifan come to see me! They have done one bad thing after another. I want to ask them what they are doing!"
Lu Fu bowed his head deeply and answered respectfully, "Yes."
Jiajing: "Liu Zhenyuan."
Liu Zhenyuan bowed his head: "I am here."
Jiajing raised the paper in his hand and said, "The person you chose is quite capable. I remember that he was the one who got the fire turtle for me last time."
Liu Zhenyuan bowed his head: "Long live the wise."
"reward."
Jiajing thought for a moment and said, "Let him take over Thirteen's position. His official position will remain unchanged for the time being. He is only twenty, too young."
"yes!"
Liu Zhenyuan was very happy for Cao Jinxing. He kowtowed and said sincerely: "I would like to thank you for the reward on behalf of Cao Jinxing! Thank you for the grace of God!"
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Cao Jinxing knew nothing about what was happening in the capital. He solved the hidden danger in Baidu and let the four guys go out to play. He had a good sleep in the inn and it was already afternoon when he woke up.
"Meow~"
Fourteen had already taken a walk outside and was waiting by his bed. When he saw him wake up, he let out a soft cry.
"What's wrong?"
Cao Jinxing is a little strange.
"Meow meow!"
Xuanyuan Shisi pointed outside, then turned around and opened his mouth, and finally squatted on the bed and looked at him eagerly. Cao Jinxing understood: "There are natural treasures? You want to eat them?"
Fourteen nodded quickly, and it looked impatient, meowing and nudging into his arms.
"Stop it."
Cao Jinxing was helpless and patted its head: "I forgot that you have the ability to find treasures. I was afraid that you would not be able to find any treasures if you followed me. I didn't expect that my luck would change today. Let's go. We have some free time. Let's go and take a look."
Cao Jinxing got up and washed.
Fourteen was happy and jumped onto his shoulders.
Cao Jinxing changed into a casual silk shirt, and with his appearance of over forty points, he instantly transformed into a handsome and elegant young man in this corrupt world.
Go downstairs and take a look.
"grown ups."
Su Yunsheng and Sun Lang were sitting and drinking in the lobby of the inn, and they had also changed into casual clothes.
Cao Jinxing walked down the stairs step by step and said, "This is a rare opportunity, why didn't you go out and play?"
Su Yunsheng smiled and said, "I'm back after a walk. My Lord can't always be alone."
"I don't... never mind."
Cao Jinxing didn't say much to these two stubborn people: "It just so happens that Fourteen found something interesting. I don't think it's easy to take it. You two can come with me to take a look."
"yes."
Three people went out into the street, one in front and two behind.
Xuanyuan 14 shrunk his body and sat on Cao Jinxing's shoulder to show him the way. This strange scene amazed the people on the street.
Cao Jinxing originally thought that the treasures were hidden in some deep mountains and forests, and might even be guarded by exotic beasts.
He was ready to do something big, but unexpectedly, he ended up in a busy city.
After a while.
Xuanyuan Shisi meowed and stopped pointing the way. He stared straight at a small stall next to the restaurant in front of him, drooling with greed.
"Nothing."
Cao Jinxing tapped it lightly.
You've eaten a lot of rare treasures, but why do you still look like you've never seen the world?
“Woo!”
Regulus held his head with his paws, pretending to be in pain.
Su Yunsheng and Sun Lang looked at each other and felt that the strange beast was very unusual and a little too smart.
Cao Jinxing smiled and strode closer.
Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a chess stall.
The stall owner set up five games of Jianghu chess. You pay to play chess, and as long as you beat him, you can get a prize.
Chess has a long history. It is said that it already existed during the Warring States Period, and the current rules were established in the Tang Dynasty.
The so-called Jianghu arrangement is an endgame that chess masters deliberately set up to stimulate divergent thinking.
Normally it is difficult to get out.
These chess games all have one thing in common, which is a very attractive illusion: the red side goes first, and with just a few moves, it can immediately kill the general or win with more pieces.
However, this illusion is a trap for street vendors and the basis on which they make money.
The changes in chess are subtle , profound and complex, and a move that seems to lead to victory often leads to defeat.
Those who dare to set up stalls are all experts!
The stall owner has quite a few prizes, most of which are ancient objects such as jade pendants, ancient books, and bamboo slips.
One of the prizes was quite interesting.
Cao Jinxing knew why Fourteen was so impatient at a glance.
It turned out to be a plant of Nepeta that had grown for a hundred years!
This thing is also known as "catnip"...
Cats will feel high after eating it, just like drinking fake wine. This thing is harmless, but there is one thing: it is extremely attractive to cats!
"interesting."
Cao Jinxing looked at the stall owner meaningfully, thinking to himself, maybe he was fishing...
The stall owner was probably in his early thirties, wearing shabby clothes and not looking impressive.
Seeing Cao Jinxing and the other two, he smiled and said, "Three taels of silver for a game, you can choose any layout or two sides. As long as you can beat me, you can pick whatever you want on the table. How about a game?"
