Chapter 77: Eight Secrets of Heavenly Sword
Northern Pacification Office.
Lobby.
Liu Zhenyuan stood on the high platform in the front, and below him were two thousand-householders, four deputy thousand-householders and eighteen hundred-householders. Most of the high-ranking officials of the Jinyiwei in Beijing gathered here, and everyone had a serious look on their faces.
"Today, I called everyone here for an urgent matter."
Liu Zhenyuan picked up a document and said, "An urgent military order has been received from the Ministry of War! Offshore earthquakes occurred in Penglai, Dengzhou and other places in Shandong, affecting the surrounding areas of Bohai Sea and causing heavy losses! Zhou Bangzhen, the guardian of the evil Taiping Sect, took the opportunity to lead the followers to incite the refugees to revolt in the name of 'heaven's wrath and people's resentment'! In less than ten days, the disaster has spread to the four provinces of Shandong, Hebei, Henan and Nanzhili! The third and fourth brothers have already gone ahead, and now you are required to rush to Shandong immediately to capture the Taiping Sect thieves and kill them without mercy!"
"yes!"
A thunderous voice was heard in the hall: "I obey your orders!"
Liu Zhenyuan nodded and was about to order everyone to disperse when a captain suddenly walked into the hall and reported: "Sir, the pacification envoy, Lord Cao has returned to the capital after suppressing the rebellion in Miaojiang and is outside the door asking for an audience."
His words immediately stopped the crowd that was about to disperse.
Everyone looked towards the door.
Miaojiang rebellion is suppressed, Lord Cao...
Is Cao Jin okay?
This person is a famous person!
First, for his meritorious service in suppressing the rebellion in Miaojiang, the emperor personally bestowed upon him the Feiyufu and promoted him to the thirteenth Taibao. Then, the Langya List became known throughout the world, and he stood out among countless young masters, and was ranked the third place on the Tianjiao List!
Whether in the underworld or in the court, this person is famous and envied by others.
Many people who have never seen him want to see what kind of style this Thirteenth Guardian has. How could he become so famous in just two months...
"This brat has been pestering us for more than 20 days. Is he finally willing to come back?"
Liu Zhenyuan chuckled: "Let him in."
"yes."
The captain left the hall.
Soon, the captain's respectful voice came from outside the door: "Sir Cao, the pacification envoy has summoned you."
"Um."
A faint voice was heard.
Then footsteps were heard.
The high-ranking Jinyiwei officers in the lobby heard the footsteps approaching and becoming clearer and clearer.
Then, a figure in a silver-gray flying fish suit caught the eye.
The flying fish uniforms of the Jinyiwei are gorgeous in themselves, especially those of the Qianhu level, which are even more eye-catching in silver-grey color.
But many Jinyiwei were of low birth, and after learning martial arts, they became too fierce and not elegant enough, so they couldn't wear the clothes to convey the proper feeling, and they were just treated as ordinary official uniforms.
It was not until this moment that they understood what it meant to have a good horse with a good saddle.
Under the gaze of a group of senior executives, Cao Jinxing remained calm and walked in with big strides.
He is a man with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, and he is handsome.
The clothes are simple, elegant and exquisite.
Buddha relies on gold ornaments, and people rely on clothes.
As Cao Jinxing walked along, he possessed both the dignity of an official and the carefreeness of a man of the world, displaying his noble bearing to the fullest.
Many senior executives who originally disapproved of him couldn't help but change their minds after seeing the pride and confidence emanating from his bones. It is absolutely impossible for someone to be so magnanimous!
"I am Cao Jinxing, your humble servant, honored to meet you, sir."
Cao Jinxing walked through the crowd and bowed.
"very good!"
Liu Zhenyuan looked him up and down, very satisfied, nodded said: "Fifth level of Xiantian, there is progress. But... there is a problem with the title."
Cao Jinxing was stunned: "What's the problem?"
Liu Zhenyuan smiled: "Come here."
Seeing Cao Jinxing coming back, Liu Zhenyuan's personal attendant was very smart and immediately brought the things that should have been given to Cao Jinxing.
Hearing him calling for someone, the waiter quickly took the tray and carried the things into the lobby.
Came in front of Cao Jinxing.
When Cao Jinxing took a look, he saw a brand new official uniform and a secret book called "Yin Yuan Jue".
"This is the Feiyu suit bestowed by the emperor himself, made of the finest cloud brocade. There is also a copy of the 'Hidden Yuan Jue', which is a unique secret technique bestowed by Eunuch Lu."
Liu Zhenyuan said solemnly: "You are now famous and attracting attention. This Yin Yuan Jue can help you conceal your energy and hide yourself. Practice well and don't disappoint the emperor and Eunuch Lu."
"yes."
Cao Jinxing bowed and said, "I thank the emperor for his reward and Eunuch Lu for his reward."
He looked at the secret book and thought that giving him this secret book at this time should be considered a warning, allowing him to "hide" under fame and be humble, as always.
This secret method of concealing the Qi is worthy of the title of Lu Fu's "unique secret technique". It should be of a high quality, saving him the trouble of going to the secret library to choose.
"Now let's get back to the question of address."
Liu Zhenyuan put his hands behind his back and said with a smile: "The Thirteen Guardians are of the same blood and are as close as brothers. Thirteen, what should you call me?"
“…”
So that's it.
Cao Jinxing didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but since Liu Zhenyuan gave him such respect, Cao Jinxing was not afraid of the stage and directly clasped his fists and said:
“Brother!”
"That's more like it."
Liu Zhenyuan smiled sincerely. Looking at him was like seeing his former self, just as high-spirited and calm.
There is just one thing...
This boy is much more handsome than he was before.
Liu Zhenyuan threw out a token and said, "There is also a fifth-grade technique. Go and have a look. Bring your subordinates along, too. Each of them will have a sixth-grade technique."
Then he said to the others: "Everyone disperse, the military situation is urgent, let's go!"
"yes!"
A group of senior executives walked out of the lobby quickly.
Cao Jinxing also followed the crowd out, holding his new official uniform and secret book. Four Jinyiwei were waiting outside. When they saw him come out, they looked at him nervously.
Cao Jinxing smiled and showed the token: "Let's go to the secret library."
The four of them couldn't help but show their joy.
In this operation, they were often unable to get involved and did not offer much help. The only credit they got was because Cao Jin did such a great job and the higher-ups loved him as well.
However, in order to be able to help the adults in the future, I have no choice but to accept this rare opportunity to enter the secret library.
A group of five people entered the passage again.
The old Taoist priest from Mount Longhu was still there. He could sense Cao Jinxing's special icy aura from a distance. He thought that after only not seeing him for a month, this kid had made great progress!
This is the innate realm!
I've never seen anything so outrageous!
"Senior, we meet again."
Cao Jinxing had a good impression of this old Taoist priest, and he relied on his guidance to choose "Yu Bing Jue".
When I came back this time, I specially brought a few jars of plum wine, a specialty of Mingquan Pavilion in Tongren Prefecture, as gifts for him.
When the jars of wine were placed on the table, the old Taoist priest was stunned: "For me?"
"certainly."
Cao Jinxing opened the lid of the wine jar and the aroma of wine filled his nose. The old Taoist's throat rolled, and he could tell that it was good wine, and he felt a little more intimate in his heart.
"It's rare that you still remember me when you go on a long journey."
"I will keep in mind the kindness of your guidance. These jars of wine are a specialty of Miaojiang, with a unique taste. I will give them to you for you to taste."
"It's just a small matter, not worth worrying about."
Having said that, the old Taoist priest couldn't wait to lift up the jar and take a sip. His eyes lit up: "Good wine! In addition to the top-grade plums, it seems to contain the essence of the five poisons. It has a unique flavor."
"Enjoy your meal, senior."
The other four people quickly picked out the secret books, told Cao Jinxing to go into the secret library first, and Cao Jinxing then began to slowly choose.
This time, his target was swordsmanship.
"Senior, do you know the Langya List?"
Cao Jinxing asked while flipping through the book.
"Oh!"
The old Taoist priest took a sip of wine and smacked his lips. “This matter is spreading like wildfire! I have heard a lot of people talking about it even when I am hiding here. When this list comes out, some people are happy and some are worried.”
That's true.
People who don’t like trouble will probably hate Langya Pavilion to death!
Cao Jinxing glanced at the catalog and casually asked, "So what do you think is the reason why Langya Pavilion has made such a big fuss?"
"Making money!"
The old Taoist took a sip of wine and said bluntly, "This list is just to increase fame, and the ranking of these people is very strange. They don't provoke the royal family, don't provoke the devil sect, respect the orthodox way, and suppress the side sects. Haven't you noticed? Those who are dissatisfied with the ranking are all small sects and some side sects, but these people are no threat to Langya Mountain at all."
"really."
Cao Jinxing smiled: "I didn't expect that you, a senior living in seclusion here, could be so sharp-tongued. "
"It's nothing."
The old Taoist priest said nonchalantly: "There are many people who can see it. Their main purpose is to sell information and make money, but I don't know what their purpose is afterwards."
"I heard that Tianji Sect has a long history?"
"yes……"
At this point, the old Taoist's face changed slightly, and he gave Cao Jinxing a cold look: "You little bastard! You are trying to get this information from me with a few jars of wine!"
"cough……"
Cao Jinxing coughed lightly, not embarrassed at all, and said with a smile: "The main purpose is to give you a taste of the new things, and by the way, to ask some questions. It's not that I'm too lazy to check the case library..."
"snort!"
The old Taoist priest snorted, but he was not angry at all.
He has been guarding the secret vault for several years. He has nothing to do every day except practicing martial arts, so he enjoys having a junior "causing trouble" for him.
"The Case Library is not omniscient. The Tianji Sect was founded in the Tang Dynasty, but its true origin can be traced back to the Three Kingdoms. This group of people has made such a fuss, and their intentions are very big. You must be careful."
It’s really not that simple…
Cao Jinxing memorized it in his heart and said with a smile: "I know, don't worry, I don't think they will be impressed by my ability... Senior, I have chosen it."
Cao Jinxing held up the catalogue and showed it to the old Taoist priest.
The old Taoist priest scanned the page and saw four eye-catching characters written on it: "Eight Secrets of the Heavenly Sword".
