I was just solving crimes, how could I become an immortal?

Chapter 77 The changes 10 years ago
  Ying Changfeng became famous at a young age.

It is said that during the crowning ceremony, he single-handedly killed the sixth-grade monster Wild Wolf King, cut off his head and dragged him back to Kyoto, which made him famous for a while.

Later, he joined the army and made meritorious deeds, and was recognized by the Holy Emperor. He was awarded the title of Wild Wolf Army and guarded the border.

He has a distinctive leadership style and is good at catching fighter opportunities. He is like a wild wolf, biting you when you are most tired. His tactics are fierce and fierce, and he has gathered a group of elite soldiers and generals under his command.

It was he who killed the people in Southern Chu who were frightened by the news. The Daxing Dynasty in those years was extremely glorious.

But just ten years ago, a sudden change struck.

A great war broke out in Shangjiang City. Humans, demons, ghosts, and evil mixed together and fought in front of Changtian Gate. It is said that the battle lasted for three days and three nights, and the sky was dark and the ground was dark, and blood flowed into rivers.

It is said that it was also in that battle that Ying Changfeng was seriously injured and had to disarm and return to the court. This led to the current situation where rats are rampant in Southern Chu.

Of course, everyone familiar with the matter knows that Ying Changfeng took the initiative to remove his armor in order to change the Third Division's imperial code.

"So what exactly is the [Imperial Law]?" Cao An asked what he had been wondering about.

He knew that Nanshan College had a special faction to study imperial laws.

The students among them are all the children of eunuchs, and ordinary people cannot enter at all. It is as if the word "Imperial Law" is taboo and ordinary people have no right to mention it. Is it really that powerful?
  Pang Shi waved his hand, paused for a moment, and seemed to be concentrating on checking if anyone was eavesdropping around him, and then whispered back: "Don't look at the mystery of the Law Academy, what they learn is 10% of the imperial law, and 90% of it is the idea of ​​loyalty to the royal family. "

"Is there still such a thing?"

"That's natural. Otherwise, why would only officials and officials be allowed to go? Because they have better control."

"So this edict..."

"To put it bluntly, it is the power of the royal family. I heard it is related to the dragon vein. When the general removed his armor, it was to punish one person. Without the edict, he could not touch this person."

Cao An has not yet clarified the specific formation of [Imperial Law], but it is obvious that the Imperial Law symbolizes some kind of privilege and power.

The royal family on that day was obviously wary of Ying Changfeng. Rather than removing the armor and changing the imperial edict, it would be better to say that the military power was exchanged for a different condition. It seemed that the situation at that time was indeed very chaotic.

"Then why did the Changtianmen War break out 10 years ago? What was the result?"

"I don't know about this. I was still young at the time, but if you want to know..." Pang Shi's tone suddenly stopped and he did not continue to explain.

He turned to talking to himself and gave a slight reminder: "I heard that the ghost market only appeared 10 years ago, and I don't know what the secrets are inside."

"Thank you." Cao An said sincerely.

As the sword of the royal family, he cannot reveal too many secrets, but as a friend, he is willing to share some gossip. As for whether you are able to find out, it depends on your own ability.

"By the way, when it comes to this, I have to remind you that when you go to the [Martial Arts Banquet] later, you will definitely be asked: 'Do you serve the Holy Lord?' You should think about it first, don't lose sight of it when the time comes. .”

"Serving the Holy Lord? Am I not an eighth-grade official? Doesn't that count as serving him?"

"It's true that he is an official, but there is still a difference between a close confidant and an official. Do you understand what I mean?"

The cronies put everything on the emperor, just like the Sipang family in the imperial city today. They may have unlimited glory, but everything in their lives has been firmly locked to the emperor.

The Tsing Yi Department is just a department. It does not have high-ranking officials with generous salaries and the respect of thousands of people. All the treasures, skills and secrets have to be worked hard by themselves.

The only advantage may be freedom.

"Freedom is already very valuable!" Cao An was still very satisfied with the Tsing Yi Department.

Coming from a military background, I value the word 'unity' more than anywhere else. I can safely leave my body to my comrades. Except for the backlog of a lot of work and no one to do it, except for letting him work overtime when nothing happens, and except for the fact that the water flag has been missing for half a month, there is nothing wrong with it.

"Two adults, we have arrived at the venue." The groom respectfully announced from outside the car.

I was suspicious for a long time along the way, but I received a lot of messages, but there seemed to be little progress.

But it doesn't matter. After the banquet, it might be helpful to go to Gong Shilang's place to find out more about him.

Cao An got out of the car and was greeted by an official.

Before handing out the invitation, the official had already greeted him enthusiastically: "Haha~ It's Pang Duzhi and Cao Shuixiu who are here. I'm sorry, I'm disrespectful. You two are willing to honor us at today's banquet. It's so glorious! Come in quickly!" Well, King An has been waiting for a long time."

As he said this, he specifically whispered in Pang Shi's ear: "Pang Duzhi, there are quite a few ladies coming tonight! You must seize the opportunity."

"Haha, I'm an old acquaintance, so I'll figure it out."

Recognizing Cao An at a glance, he aroused the enthusiasm of the guests before they sat down at the table. The officials of the Tea and Wine Department really have a good way of welcoming guests.

But in this passionate scene, Cao An's expression slowly changed from a smile to a serious look, and finally turned into surprise, and his body was like a bowstring that was tense and ready to be shot.

Pang Shi, who was beside him, reacted the fastest. He immediately noticed something strange about Cao An. Knowing that something had changed, he quickly followed Cao An's gaze.

But at the corner of the busy street, a child wearing a black cloak appeared.

He is not tall, with a small pink face, and a pair of big eyes looking calmly towards this side. There is nothing strange about him, he is very well-behaved.

"Hey~ I thought it was something. That kid seems to be from your Tsing Yi Department, right? He looks so cute. What's his name?"

"She is indeed from our Tsing Yi Department. Her name is Xiaojiu."

"Is he lost? Does he want someone to take her back?"

"No need, she is...waiting for someone..." Cao An's voice was a little stuck.

Is Xiaojiu cute?
  It's really cute, and it attracts the attention of many women who are full of motherly love when walking on the road.

But every time she appears, the ending is not very cute.

It's true that she is waiting for someone, but she is waiting for someone to die!

Last time at the Chamber of Commerce, this woman must have been waiting in advance. Cao An was really afraid that she would suddenly rush up and take out her dagger to help others.

Don't come over here!
  No, seeing how well-behaved the child was, he might have seen a bird dying, so he just guarded the bird. Cao An could only comfort himself in this way now.

There was no way he would stop the banquet just because Xiaojiu was passing by. He hoped it was just a misunderstanding.

Cao An calmed down and walked into the venue with renewed energy.

But for some reason, the cargo bill flashed through my mind again.

Wild wolf blood, monster skins, high-grade silk and satin, flowers, rouge, ink...

There is always an ominous feeling.

(End of this chapter)