Changsheng: My qualifications improve a little every day

As if afraid that Fang Yue would not take action, this senior official of the Great Chu Internal Guard continued:

"Grandmaster Fang, we are well aware of your close relationship with the Queen of Wei, and we understand your concern for her. We are seeking your cooperation because we believe in your ability and determination. We are willing to provide all possible assistance, including intelligence, materials, and even manpower. As long as you need it, we will do our best to meet your needs."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yue knew that this was the best help the other party could provide.

But he continued, "It's still not enough. I still need to enter the Great Chu Royal Library and read the Great Chu's national magic skill "The Immortal Cicada in the Spring and Autumn Period"!"

When the senior official of the Chu State Internal Guard heard Fang Yue's request, his expression changed slightly. He obviously did not expect Fang Yue to put forward such a specific and sensitive condition. As the national defense magic of the Chu State, the preciousness and confidentiality of "Spring and Autumn Immortal Cicada" are self-evident. Even members of the royal family are not qualified to access it.

He pondered for a moment, as if weighing the pros and cons, and finally said slowly: "Grandmaster Fang, your request is indeed extraordinary.

"The Immortal Cicada of the Spring and Autumn Period" is one of the top secrets of our Great Chu. Historically, only core members of the royal family and a very small number of ministers with outstanding merits have been qualified to access it.

However, considering the current situation and your potential contribution to our country, I can promise you that I will report this matter to Your Majesty and strive to obtain a special permit.

But you also need to understand that this is by no means easy, it takes time, and it may require you to show more sincerity and cooperation results. "

Fang Yue nodded, expressing understanding.

He knew that it was indeed presumptuous to make such a request, but if he didn't ask for it now, he would always ask for it.

If I miss this opportunity, I’m afraid I’ll never want to watch this magical skill again.

"Yes!" Fang Yue nodded slightly.

A country's national defense skills are naturally extremely precious, and it is extremely difficult for outsiders to see them.

Therefore, even if the other party really wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to get rid of Yang Chan.

This request of his was not something that this person could agree to right now. It was normal to ask for instructions from the higher-ups.

If this person agrees immediately, Fang Yue will definitely doubt the truthfulness of what he says.

"However, even if our emperor agrees, he has to wait until this incident is over. I hope Grandmaster Fang will understand."

"So, yes!"

After the discussion, Fang Yue got some information and then headed towards Zhenbei City.

Looking at Fang Yue's departing back, at this time, in the valley, a soldier in armor came up to the senior internal security officer:

"Master Chen, the national defense magic is of great importance. How can you agree to this?"

Lord Chen, the senior official of the Chu Internal Guard who had just talked with Fang Yue, looked at the soldiers in front of him and nodded solemnly.

He was well aware of the importance of "The Immortal Cicada of Spring and Autumn" and understood what his promise just now meant.

But he knew more clearly that under the current situation, cooperation with Wei was crucial, and Fang Yue, as an important ally of the Empress of Wei, his value and role could not be ignored.

"I naturally understand the value and secrecy of the national magic skill."

Lord Chen said slowly, "But you also know that the current situation is also a test for us in Da Chu. The power of a grandmaster is what we need. However, Yang Chan is by no means easy to subdue, so the death of one or two grandmasters is normal! As long as Fang Yue dies in Zhenbei City, this agreement will naturally be invalid!"

When he said this, a cold and cruel light flashed in the eyes of Lord Chen.

If Fang Yue was the great master of the Great Chu, he would risk his life to get the Emperor of the Great Chu to allow him to watch the national magic.

But it happened that this person was a Wei citizen, so it would be better to let him die in Zhenbei City.

There was a coldness and realistic consideration in Mr. Chen's words.

He knows very well that in the current tense situation, every decision must be made with caution and every promise may become a bargaining chip in the future.

Although he verbally promised to report Fang Yue's request to His Majesty and strive for special approval, he had other plans in mind.

As long as Fang Yue dies in the end, there is no need to fulfill the promise.

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But somewhere in a deep ravine of the Shiwan Mountains, the eldest princess of the Great Chu was standing quietly on a protruding rock. Her eyes were haggard and resentful, and her heart was filled with endless humiliation and unwillingness.

This time, when Yang Chan forced her to marry him, her father did not dare to refuse, so she had no choice but to risk escaping the marriage and ended up here.

She clenched her fists, her nails digging deep into her palms, but she didn't feel any pain at all.

There was only anger and despair in her heart, towards her incompetent father, towards the powerful Yang Chan, and even more towards her own destiny.

"I will never give in!" She swore secretly in her heart, "I will never let that disgusting Yang Chan succeed, and I will never let my fate be controlled by others!"

In the deep ravine of the Hundred Thousand Mountains, the Princess of Great Chu was immersed in endless anger and unwillingness, her eyes were like torches, burning with the flame of unyielding. At this moment, her attention was attracted by a faint and strange sound, which seemed to come from the stream in the mountain stream.

She turned around quickly and looked towards the source of the sound with sharp eyes. She saw a figure floating slowly along the stream. It was a woman, her face was pale, she was barely breathing and had completely fainted. It was obvious that she was in great danger.

The princess did not hesitate at all. She immediately jumped into the stream and swam towards the woman.

Her movements were quick and powerful, and she quickly approached the woman and hugged her tightly.

Using all her strength, she dragged the woman out of the stream and placed her on a flat rock.

She carefully examined the woman's injuries and found that she had multiple scars on her body, obviously having been through a fierce battle.

"Who is she? Why is she here? Who beat her like this?" The eldest princess frowned and thought to herself.

The princess carefully examined her and found that the woman not only had many scars on her body, but also wore luxurious clothes. She was definitely not an ordinary person. Just as she was about to investigate, a loud noise came.

Chu Qingping, the eldest princess of the Great Chu, frowned, her heart full of doubt and vigilance. She quickly hid the unconscious woman in the bushes nearby and covered her with branches and leaves to ensure that she would not be easily discovered. She quietly hid behind a rock and quietly observed the direction where the noise came from.

She saw a group of black knights galloping in this direction, their attire and aura revealed an ominous premonition. Chu Qingping's heart tightened, she knew that these black knights were Yang Chan's minions, and their appearance at this time was definitely not a coincidence.

Damn it, how come these black knights, who are as weak as dog skin plasters, caught up with us so quickly!

Chu Qingping was filled with resentment, thinking that her whereabouts had been tracked by these black knights again. She never imagined that these people were after Zhu Linlang.

Chu Qingping cursed inwardly, but she knew she couldn't panic at this moment. She had to stay calm in order to come up with a strategy to deal with these black knights.

She observed the movements of the black knights and found that they did not seem to have directly discovered the hiding place of her and the unconscious woman. They were just searching around the area, obviously looking for something.

At this moment, she suddenly thought of a plan. She quickly took out some powder from her body, which was some poison she prepared during her escape. She carefully sprinkled the powder on some leaves, and then blew gently, blowing the powder in the direction of the black knights.

The black knights did not notice this subtle movement as they continued to search for Chu Qingping and the woman's hiding place.

However, when they approached the leaf sprinkled with powder, they suddenly felt dizzy and then fell to the ground one after another.

Chu Qingping couldn't help but feel relieved when she saw this scene. She knew that these black knights were only temporarily unconscious, but at least now her and the woman's safety was temporarily guaranteed.

She quickly walked out from behind the rock and came to the side of the black knights. After she confirmed that they were all unconscious, she quickly collected their ships and weapons and destroyed them.

Afterwards, he took Zhu Linlang onto the last boat and sailed downstream, feeling both relieved and worried.

She was glad that she had temporarily escaped the pursuit of the Black Knight. However, she also knew that this was only temporary safety. Yang Chan's power was huge, so she had to be more cautious.

Chu Qingping cast her eyes towards Zhu Linlang. Although her face was pale, her eyebrows revealed an extraordinary temperament. Chu Qingping was curious, who was this woman? Why was she here? Who hurt her like this?

However, now is not the time to explore these issues.

Chu Qingping knew that she had to find a safe place as soon as possible to heal Zhu Linlang.

At the same time, she also needs to consider her future.

She must not succumb to Yang Chan's power. She must find a way to change her fate.

As the boat drifted downstream, Chu Qingping's thoughts were as chaotic as the water.

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When Fang Yue arrived at Zhenbei City, it was almost dusk. This important border town located in the northern border of Da Chu was particularly important due to its special geographical location. The towering city walls and strict guards showed that Da Chu attached great importance to border security.

Fang Yue mingled among the crowd entering the city. Although his face was not distinctive, his deep eyes revealed an extraordinary temperament.

He knew clearly that this trip to Zhenbei City was not only for the cooperation agreed with the senior officials of the Great Chu Internal Guard to rescue Zhu Linlang, but also to explore the legendary national martial art "The Immortal Cicada of the Spring and Autumn Period".

After entering the city, he did not go directly to the agreed location, but first found a remote inn to settle down.

He understood that every move now required caution, after all, he was in the heart of enemy country.

In the room of the inn, Fang Yue carefully studied the information he had previously obtained from the senior officials of the Great Chu Internal Security.

The intelligence described in detail the defense, troop distribution and possible weaknesses of Zhenbei City.

He knew that this information was crucial to his next actions.

As night fell, Zhenbei City fell into silence.

However, this silence is only superficial. Undercurrents are surging and various forces are competing secretly.

Fang Yue stayed in the inn until late at night. After making sure that no one was paying attention, he changed into night clothes and prepared to take action. He first went to the place agreed with the senior officials of the Chu Internal Guard according to the plan. That was the key to his obtaining further intelligence and supplies.

The agreed location was a seemingly ordinary house, but in fact it was a secret base of the Da Chu Internal Guard in Zhenbei City. Fang Yue easily avoided the guards and sneaked into the house. Someone was already waiting in the house, and as soon as he saw Fang Yue, he immediately handed over a sealed package.

"Grandmaster Fang, these are the supplies and information you need. Please check them." The man whispered.

Fang Yue took the package and quickly opened it to check. It contained not only the detailed maps and defense diagrams he needed, but also some special hidden weapons and medicines, which were obviously used for stealth and combat. He nodded with satisfaction and put the package away.

"Tell Lord Chen that I will act according to the plan." After Fang Yue thanked him in a low voice, he turned and left, disappearing into the night.

Next, Fang Yue followed the instructions on the map and quietly sneaked towards the direction of the Champion Marquis Mansion in Zhenbei City.

Fang Yue knew that the Guanjun Marquis' Mansion was a heavily guarded place in Zhenbei City and the key to this operation. He had to sneak into the mansion, find the location where Zhu Linlang was imprisoned, and rescue him.

The night was as dark as ink, and the streets of Zhenbei City were exceptionally quiet under the moonlight, with only the occasional sound of patrol footsteps breaking the silence. With the cover of the night, Fang Yue shuttled through the alleys like a ghost, avoiding one patrol after another.

Following the instructions on the map, he came to the outskirts of the Champion Marquis's Mansion. The mansion had high walls, and lanterns hung on the walls, which made the outline of the mansion clearly visible. Fang Yue observed the layout of the mansion, thinking about the best way to sneak in.

He knew that it was impossible to break in directly, and he had to find a place with relatively weak guards. After some observation, he found that there was a corner in the backyard of the mansion that seemed to be less guarded, and there was a dense bamboo forest there that could serve as cover.

Fang Yue approached the bamboo forest silently. Using the bamboo as cover, he easily climbed over the high wall and entered the backyard of the mansion. The backyard was empty, with only a few lanterns swaying in the wind. He quickly crossed the backyard and came to the main building of the mansion.

He pressed himself against the wall, listening to the noises inside. From time to time, he could hear the footsteps of patrolling guards, but he cleverly dodged them. He knew that Zhu Linlang, as an important hostage, must be held in the most secure place in the mansion.

After searching for a while, Fang Yue finally found a heavily guarded courtyard. The gate of the courtyard was heavily guarded, and there were also sounds of chains coming from inside the courtyard. His heart tightened, knowing that this was where Zhu Linlang was imprisoned.

He observed the guards' shift changes, found a moment when a guard was careless, and quickly subdued the guard at the door.

He changed into guard uniform and sneaked into the courtyard. (End of this chapter)