Martial Cultivator

Listening to the sound, Chen Chao followed the sound and saw that it was coming from the queue of civil servants, but who it was, there were too many people to see clearly.

Chen Chao cursed secretly. He had known for a long time that he couldn't escape. He was ready to take the initiative to ask for help. Unexpectedly, he was still a step too slow and someone else spoke first.

There is a difference between speaking out proactively and being recommended by others.

At least it’s worth pondering what this guy’s intention is when he opens his mouth.

The Emperor of Liang looked past the ministers and landed on Chen Chao, and said calmly, "Is Chen Qing willing?"

Chen Chao walked out bravely and bowed slightly, "As a minister of Daliang, I will take the emperor's salary and work for the people of Daliang. It is natural for me to go to the north, kill the demon clan and fight for Daliang! ” .🅆.

"Okay, Chen Qing is indeed the pillar of the country. I am very relieved to have Chen Qing."

Emperor Liang smiled lightly and looked meaningfully at the courtier who had spoken before. Standing here, he could naturally see clearly who was speaking.

Before Emperor Daliang could speak, a courtier soon came out and said, "Your Majesty, this important matter is for the sake of Daliang's face. How can it be decided so hastily? I'm afraid we have to be cautious no matter what." ”

When he heard this suddenly, he thought it was fair, but Tai Shi Ling's brows were already frowning. Although he had no dealings with Chen Chao, it was because Chen Chao had not done anything in his eyes and yet he was favored by His Majesty the Emperor. However, in the eyes of others, At first glance, Chen Chao has already proven himself in the martial arts test of Wanliuhui. Among the young people in the current dynasty, it is difficult for anyone to compare with him. There should be no doubt that Chen Chao will be selected.

What's more, this kind of thing is a matter of gambling with one's life. Tai Shiling doesn't think that many people are willing to fight for it.

This courtier must have an ulterior motive when he opens his mouth.

Chen Chao also looked at the courtier a few more times and frowned. In just a moment, he had already figured out what the other person was thinking. He probably just wanted to make himself sick.

Last winter, a certain master from the academy was arrested, and his reputation among scholars was already extremely bad. However, he did not expect that someone would come out to make people disgusted about this matter at this moment.

Emperor Liang glanced at the courtier and said calmly, "You also want to contribute to the country? But in my opinion, you may have some ability in governing the country, but you'd better not get involved in this kind of fighting and killing." "

The courtier originally thought that he would take the lead and embarrass Chen Chao by saying these words, but he did not expect that His Majesty the Emperor would be so ruthless and dismissed it with just one sentence. Fortunately, he It was considered that he knew how to advance and retreat. After his face changed slightly, the courtier said, "I have said too much. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

The Emperor laughed it off.

It seems to be just a small episode, but in fact anyone with a discerning eye has figured out something different here.

Actually, after all is said and done, a group of civil servants, what right can they have to say about these matters? Even if this kind of matter is discussed at the court meeting, it will only be closely related to the guardian envoy lineage and Tianyuyuan, plus the major families in the capital. His Majesty the Emperor said this before. In fact, the purpose is very simple, almost He wanted to build momentum for the young warrior, but some people in the government and the public did not want to see such a scene.

Therefore, Emperor Liang didn't know whether it was a temporary idea or a plan that had been planned for a long time. At this moment, everything was shattered like a mirror.

However, he dared to refute His Majesty the Emperor's face in such a court meeting. His Majesty the Emperor guessed that although he would not do anything on the surface, secretly, it was hard to say what the official career of this courtier would be.

Sure enough, after the Chen Dynasty came into being, Song Lian, the commander of the left guard, and Ye Dayuan, the commander of the right guard, came out to recommend many people. This time, no one came out to say anything.

After that, the vice president of Tianyuyuan also said some names. In fact, this is the normal process.

But it is destined that the leader this time is Chen Chao, and it can only be Chen Chao.

However, after they finished talking, many people suddenly remembered one thing, that is, there was no academy in these lists.

Although the academy is still a monk outside the country in theory, it has been rooted in Shendu for many years. In addition, many of its scholars have been officials in the Liang Dynasty for a long time. Many people are actually willing to tie the academy and Daliang together subconsciously. It can be said that After all, the fact that the dean did not come to the meeting today can also explain some problems.

But then a chamberlain hurriedly came from a distance and knelt down in front of the jade, "Your Majesty, the academy is thanking Nandu and asking to see your Majesty!"

Emperor Liang's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly, "Xuan."

The three words "Xie Nandu" caused a commotion among the courtiers. It is really because this name represents too much. She is a close disciple of the dean and a talented and talented girl of the Xie family. In the Liang Dynasty, her name has long been resounding everywhere. And its reputation is much better than that of Chen Chao.

After all, just the title of disciple of the dean has already destined Xie Nandu to be deeply admired by scholars all over the world. It’s just that the original leader of Wanliu Hui’s literary examination now wants to enter the palace to meet the saint before the court meeting is over. What?

Many courtiers couldn't figure it out, and many courtiers simply didn't think about it. They even looked forward to it. They had heard this name too many times, but they had never seen it. It was probably a blessing to be able to see it today.

Chen Chao's expression was the most complicated. He had talked with Xie Nandu before, but failed to convince him. He originally thought that he had not seen Xie Nandu in the palace before, maybe she had changed her mind, but now she still came, asking Chen He had mixed emotions. From his own selfish point of view, this trip to the northern border was destined to be difficult and dangerous. He did not want Xie Nandu to take risks, but he also knew very well that there was never anything that the woman wanted to do. People can persuade.

In the eyes of the courtiers, a woman in a long cyan dress walked slowly towards her. After just a moment, many officials who were not old enough stared at this moment. They had long heard that this strange woman from the academy was not only known as a talented woman, but also had a special talent. Zhang Guosu's face was so beautiful and fragrant, but the rumors were just rumors. They had never really thought about what kind of beautiful and fragrant face it was. Until they finally saw it, everyone was stunned.

The woman in front of her has no makeup, but her face alone could take away all the glory in the world. The Liang Dynasty did not imitate Fang Wai and set up any fairy list. If there was, this Xie family The talented woman will definitely win the championship, no surprise.

Emperor Liang looked at the young woman whom he had not seen a few times, with a smile on his face.

It is true that there are some women in the world. Even if they have no intention of admiring her, they can't help but feel admiration just by looking at her.

However, when Emperor Liang looked at Xie Nandu at this moment, he thought of another woman.

Both came from the academy, so the two of them are somewhat similar.

When this talented girl from the academy came to stand in the room, everyone was waiting for her to speak, wanting to hear what this prestigious talented girl would say. Even Emperor Liang was a little curious about this person who chose to enter the palace at this moment. What would the woman say.

Chen Chao also raised his head and looked at Xie Nandu.

Xie Nandu didn't seem to notice that everyone was looking at her. She just raised her head, looked at Emperor Daliang in front of her with a smile, and said softly, "Your Majesty, Xie Nandu from the academy has come to ask for a battle."

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A troubled autumn is also a rainy autumn.

It seems that something is always happening in the gods these days. A princess passed away in the past, and then there was the first time in the history of the Liang Dynasty that the demon clan was not fighting on the battlefield. Such major events should have been discussed and decided by the courtiers, but the emperor Your Majesty has always been resolute and resolute, and Her Royal Highness the Princess passed away not long ago. His Majesty the Emperor is now in a bad mood. I am afraid that this is something everyone knows, so no one dares to get into trouble with such a matter. Besides, the Emperor Since His Majesty came to the throne, he has been able to discuss matters such as running the country with the ministers in the court, but how has he ever listened to them on military and state affairs?

A few years ago, His Majesty the Emperor insisted on spending half of the annual revenue from the treasury to build up the northern border army. This also caused a stir at the time. The commotion caused at that time was not small. There were at least a dozen people. The ministers of the DPRK expressed objections, and even the blood splattered at the palace gate happened more than once. However, His Majesty the Emperor just said lightly that I was not negotiating with you. At the time of speaking, the Minister of the Ministry of Finance, who was in his prime, was killed on the spot. Did the removal make him retire and return to his hometown?

After that, if anyone in the DPRK raises objections, he will be demoted or dismissed.

In that month, almost a quarter of the officials in the court were involved, and there were even many vacancies in many yamen. But even so, facing the veterans of the court,

Despite the advice, His Majesty the Emperor still insisted on going his own way. Only last year, the victory in the northern border was achieved, finally ending the situation where the human race had been passively beaten since the Qi Dynasty.

Although it is difficult to say whether Daliang will win again in the next battle, but with the results of this battle alone, His Majesty the Emperor may be criticized for being arbitrary in the eyes of the courtiers, but in the hearts of the people all over the world, His Majesty the Emperor , but the real reputation is chasing the Emperor Taizu Gao, and even Emperor Taizong has been left behind by him.

In recent years, those who have done good things have even begun to think about what posthumous title should be used after the death of His Majesty the Emperor to be worthy of his great achievements.

After the dynasty dispersed that day, the candidates for the Northern Territory had almost been finalized. There were about thirty people from the Guarding Envoys and Tianyuyuan in total. After that, the young leaders of the major families selected another twenty people, and finally the academy members Although the dean did not want to get involved in this matter, he did not strictly order the academy students not to participate. With Xie Nandu taking the lead, there were about 20 people in the end, a total of more than 70 people, plus some from the northern border army. Thirty people were found, a total of one hundred people, who were the candidates sent by Daliang this time.

Of course, the people who set off from the Shendu side were led by Chen Chao, while the northern border troops had their own arrangements.

Chen Chao has not been idle these days. On the second day after the court meeting, the swordsmiths from Jianqi Mountain finally arrived in the divine capital. The number of them was much larger than what the owner of the mountain, Mrs. Yang, had said before. , there were more than sixty people, including young and old. Many white-haired swordsmiths probably felt bored after spending a lifetime in Jianqi Mountain, so they chose to come to Shendu to have a look. As for those in their prime, Most of the men were dull and didn't like to talk very much. After meeting Chen Chao, the first thing they did was to ask when they would start.

Fortunately, Chen Chao was well prepared and didn't find it troublesome. After constant discussions with the Ministry of Industry, he finally came up with a plan that satisfied both parties, and then the Jianqi Mountains were properly settled. .🅆.

However, there was a young swordsman among them, named Wen Yue, who took the initiative to talk to him, "Chen Chao, I have heard your name. The last time you came to Jianqi Mountain, I was in retreat and couldn't see you. When will you be free?" , let’s join hands?”

Chen Chao looked at the young sword cultivator in front of him who had not yet reached the other side of the realm. He shook his head and said, "If I fight you without my realm, I won't win without force."

Wen Yue was not upset at being underestimated. He just smiled and said, "Let's put it another way. During this trip to the north, who can kill more monsters?"

Chen Chao smiled and nodded, but then said, "The main thing is to save your life. Let's see who can come back alive. If you can't come back, there is no point in killing many monsters."

Wen Yue nodded. The young swordsman had no hostility toward him. He just looked at Chen Chao and asked curiously, "I heard that your best thing is killing monsters. Is it true?"

Chen Chao nodded and did not hide it, but said bluntly, "I have been a guardian for a long time, and my job is to kill monsters."

Wen Yue asked again, "I heard that the man from the academy can control nine flying swords. Is it true?"

Chen Chao asked back, "It's the flying sword that was taken away from your Jianqi Mountain. Why are you asking me about such a thing?"

"Can you introduce me? I heard that you have a good relationship with her. I heard that she is very beautiful and is destined to become a female swordsman in the future?" Wen Yue said with a smile, very interested in Xie Nandu.

Chen Chao did not answer this question, but changed the subject and asked, "How many people from your Jianqi Mountain are going to the north?"

Wen Yue pointed at himself, "I'm the only one."

Chen Chao was stunned for a moment, then smiled bitterly and said, "That's a lot."

Wen Yue knew what he meant and didn't say much. He just smiled and said, "I'll go with you then."

Chen Chao frowned, "This doesn't seem very appropriate."

"The mountain master said that I am the only one who has to go to the muddy water, so I am too lazy to send an elder to escort me. Since Jianqi Mountain and Daliang have made a deal, can't I help you by doing this?"

Wen Yue smiled and touched the flying sword called Shan Yue on his waist. According to him, this flying sword was forged by himself. When it came out of the furnace, it was connected to his heart.

Chen Chao smiled and said, "It's not troublesome, mainly because I'm afraid it will be inconvenient for you."

Wen Yue said indifferently, "Just refuse to admit it when the time comes. That's what the mountain master means anyway."

Now that it's all said and done, Chen Chao can't say anything and can only nod.

Later Wen Yue said that although he was young, he could forge swords

His skills are not bad. He wants to find a good talent in the Ministry of Industry and teach him how to make flying swords. However, this time is too short, so he can only make a start. After he returns from the north, he will stay in the capital of God for some time. , and then travel around the world to improve his sword skills.

Chen Chao smiled and said, "There don't seem to be many craftsmen in the Ministry of Industry who are younger than you. Don't you feel awkward?"

"Don't you understand that an expert is a teacher? But I've looked at it in the past few days, and there really isn't anything I like. I'm not just thinking about teaching a craftsman who can help you cast ordnance in the future, but I really want to find a guy who can also forge flying swords in the future.”

Chen Chao was surprised and said, "If you do this, if he doesn't go to Jianqi Mountain in the future, will Jianqi Mountain become furious when he finds out?"

Wen Yue smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, they all say that I am rebellious anyway. Besides, every swordsmith can shake the foundation of Jianqi Mountain, so you are really thinking too much."

Chen Chao thought for a while and suddenly said, "Maybe I can really find a talent for you, but that person is not in the Ministry of Works, and I don't know if he has this potential."

Wen Yue said indifferently, "Ask him to come to me and I'll see for myself."

Chen Chao nodded, already having a candidate in mind.

Wen Yue suddenly patted Chen Chao on the shoulder and said with a smile, "I'll tell you a secret. Before I went to Jianqi Mountain, I also lived in Shendu."

Chen Chao raised his eyebrows, "Have you forgotten your roots?"

"I can't forget it. I remember the sweet-scented osmanthus cake at the alley in front of my house was delicious when I was a kid. I don't know if it's still sold now."

Wen Yue laughed and scolded in a low voice, "I'm still getting greedy after talking about it. Come with me to go shopping. If there is still more, can I treat you to something?"

Chen Chao did not refuse. He still had a good impression of the young sword cultivator in front of him, probably because this guy was extraordinarily frank.

"By the way, you don't think I want to steal that girl from you, so you hide it from me?"

"A little."

"Then you are so stingy."

"I can't help it, the girl is too good to let go."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, you are quite honest. I don't know why those monks keep scolding you."

"Probably jealous."

"You are so shameless."

"What a coincidence, a girl said the same thing about me."

"..."

At dusk, Chen Chao, carrying the sweet-scented osmanthus cake wrapped in oil paper, returned to the small courtyard of the academy. He had just entered the academy. When he walked to the South Lake, he saw many academy students gathering together with noisy people. Chen Chao frowned, not knowing what was going on inside. It's hard to find anyone to ask what happened. After all, how many students in this academy have no ill intentions towards him?

It's hard to say.

However, Chen Chao soon discovered a familiar face among them, it was Wang Kuan.

Chen Chao had met him once before at the royal banquet.

Seeing Chen Chao's confused face, Wang Kuan took the initiative to squeeze out of the crowd, came to Chen Chao's side, and laughed softly, "We have a guest from the academy."

Chen Chao joked, "This doesn't look like a guest coming."

Wang Kuan smiled and said, "Evil guests are good guests, but they are not provocative to the academy. They are just here to see the girl you like. Most people come to see the fun, but you should be very interested."

Chen Chao raised his eyebrows.

"On the Hidden Dragon Ranking, you were ranked third last time, and the two in front happened to be the double walls of the Dao Sect."

Wang Kuan said softly, "Now one of them is here."

Chen Chao thought for a while and said, "Ye Zhihua?"

Wang Kuan asked curiously, "Why don't you guess the other one?"

Chen Chao shook his head. He had dealt with Yun Jianyue and knew that he had someone in his heart and would not take the initiative to see other women.

Then there is only the one who, as a woman, occupied the top spot of Qianlong and now ranks second.

Outside the country, there are fairies like this and fairies like that, but among the younger generation of women, Ye Zhihua is the best.

Xie Nandu once again dominates the younger generation of women in Daliang.

The two met.

Chen Chao murmured, "You won't start a fight, right?"

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