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Chapter 384: This is a Plague God (6.7k in total, please subscribe)

The carriage was moving very fast.

Shang Lulu first rode the little red horse and approached the carriage. After Chu Wujiang agreed, she jumped and boarded the carriage.

Shang Lulu was on horseback, following in the convoy, looking like two completely different people.

One is a female knight who longs for freedom, and the other is a rich girl who is bound by ethics and family.

These two different personalities can often switch between them with ease.

Shang Lulu just got in the car and saluted:

"My humble lady pays respect to the Marquis!"

Chu Wujiang sat in the main seat, with Baili Jin and Yun Shang giving him a massage. He felt comfortable and smiled:

"Miss Shang, there's no need to be so polite. Just be as usual."

"Come here, serve some tea."

Shang Lulu felt much more relaxed after interacting with Chu Wujiang. She took a sip of tea and said hesitantly:
"My Lord, I have read all the information, but I have some questions."

"That's why I took the liberty of visiting you."

Chu Wujiang knew very well that asking her to run a modern breeding farm was actually asking for very high standards.

There is a lot of unresolved technology ahead.

He could only hope that advanced military technology like [Silent Note] could make up for the shortcomings of basic science.

"Ms. Shang, please speak."

Shang Lulu asked hesitantly:

"Your Excellency, I can understand things like screening and breeding to find fast-growing varieties."

"But I have no idea about temperature control, humidity control, comparative experiments, and environmental control variables."

Shang Lulu was a very smart woman. She felt that she was well-versed in the "Xiangma Jing" and was the most studious woman in the Weiyuan Marquis's mansion.

However, the information provided by Chu Wujiang included a large number of detailed experimental comparisons, such as the control of temperature, humidity, etc., which was beyond her ability to understand.

Chu Wujiang laughed softly and said:

"Let's start with the temperature. For example, some chickens are best suited to a temperature of 24 degrees."

"We need to measure this temperature and find a way to control it so that the chickens grow as fast as possible."

The most important things for industrially farmed chickens are cleanliness and constant temperature. The temperature must be controlled at 24 degrees Celsius. If it is 2 degrees higher or lower than 2 degrees, the chickens will be more likely to get sick.

It is impossible to reach a conclusion on such knowledge points without a complete set of scientific exploration.

The difference between the two is the accumulation of the entire earth civilization.

Chu Wujiang was not a genius in his previous life, but he had the knowledge accumulated by countless geniuses, which was enough for him to be ten levels ahead in certain fields of this world.

Shang Lulu could understand the concept of temperature, but she still couldn't help asking:

"So how can we measure the magnitude of temperature?"

In Chu Wujiang's previous life, in order to obtain an accurate thermometer, countless scientists, from Galileo to Fahrenheit, had worked hard.

It's not a simple thing.

After all, Chu Wujiang received compulsory education in his previous life, and he knew a little history.

He smiled lightly:
"Then we have to start with thermal expansion and contraction..."

"We can see in life that some phenomena expand when it is hot and contract when it is cold."

"Let's do an experiment to prove it. For example, if this water bag is filled with air and we heat it up, it will expand. This is thermal expansion."

"If we cool the water bag, it will shrink, which is called cold shrinkage."

"Based on this reason, we look for some substances and set temperature indicators based on the degree of their expansion..."

Chu Wujiang took out the water bag and conducted experiments on Shang Lulu while explaining the corresponding knowledge points to her.

Shang Lulu couldn't help but widen her eyes.

A vast new world slowly unfolded before her.

Different from Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, it is a discipline that starts from summarizing the phenomena of the world, derives general laws, uses experiments to prove the laws, and finally uses the laws.

Phenomenon, induction, experiment, proof, and promotion.

Compared with the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, the thinking mode that Chu Wujiang showed bit by bit made her realize its amazing value.

Shang Lulu had received a complete Confucian education and had never seen anything like this.

Confucianism also talks about investigating things to gain knowledge, but it is just observation.

There was once a great Confucian scholar who, in order to study the way of things, sat quietly in front of a bamboo forest, observing for three days and three nights.

He used the Eye of Investigation to understand the mystery of the flow of vital energy, and thus developed a large array of plants and trees.

But she had never heard of anyone like Chu Wujiang going through such a skillful process and demonstrating to her the principle of thermal expansion and contraction in an irrefutable manner.

Shang Lulu sincerely praised:
"My Lord, you are truly a scholar."

"Even the dean of Yanyu Academy is far inferior to him."

"If the Marquis joins the Confucian school, he will surely become a great Confucian scholar."

"No, the Marquis is likely to become a saint."

Shang Lulu is a disciple of Yanyu Academy. She has seen many learned people, but few can make the leap from hot and cold expansion to thermometer.

In fact, people have discovered similar rules long ago and know how to use them.

For example, the heat and the temperature measurement are the folk practices for distinguishing temperatures.

It’s just that we didn’t summarize it, name it thermal expansion and contraction, and use this principle to set the temperature.

After all, from thermal expansion and contraction to thermometers, this requires the genius brains of scientists and corresponding research.

The martial arts build up vital energy, and the secret techniques above the soul are too brilliant, resulting in the lack of development of related scientific knowledge.

Chu Wujiang chuckled and said:

"I don't care whether you are a great scholar or not."

"I am a layman, and I would rather use this knowledge to exchange for some money."

Shang Lulu was surprised:

"Will the Marquis still be short of money?"

Chu Wujiang smiled and said:
"Who would complain about having too little silver?"

"Buddhism wants to build a golden body for the Buddha, Taoism wants to practice in seclusion in the secular world, and Confucianism wants to be more worldly. All of these inevitably require money."

Even if the world's power belongs to oneself, money is still important.

As the saying goes, Dharma, wealth, companions and place.

“So knowledge is not free.”

"Since Miss Shang has heard the concept of the thermometer, please sign the contract."

As Chu Wujiang spoke, he took out a contract that had been prepared long ago, which was dictated by him and written by Baili Zhi.

"Eh?"

Shang Lulu took the contract and looked at it carefully. It was full of obligations and responsibilities of both parties.

Miss Shang can get technical guidance from Chu Wujiang.

However, 50% of the developed technology products must be given to the Chu family, and the sale of these technologies must also be subject to the supervision of the Chu family.

Chu Wujiang is not yet the Human Emperor, so he will not disclose technical knowledge for free.

On the one hand, he promoted technological progress, and on the other hand, he used it to strengthen his own power.

This is not a contradiction.

Shang Lulu looked at the densely packed clauses and said with trembling hands:
"My Lord, isn't this a contract to sell your body?"

"Can I sign it, young lady?"

She had never seen such a detailed contract.

If you breach the contract, you will have to pay a heavy price.

Chu Wujiang shook his head and smiled:
“No, it’s the price of freedom.”

"Ms. Shang, please read the third from the bottom."

Shang Lulu looked over quickly. It stated that if the profit exceeded a certain amount, Shang Lulu could get 10% of it, and there would be a corresponding bonus.

One percent dividend!

Chu Wujiang took 50%, Weiyuan Marquis's Mansion took 40%, and she took 10%.

What is freedom.

If you have money and martial arts, you will have freedom.

Shang Lulu's heart was pounding. This was much more reliable than running away with the little red horse.

Chu Wujiang chuckled and said:

"As long as this contract exists, I will only recognize Miss Shang."

“No one else in the business can do that.”

Shang Lulu said in a voice as soft as a mosquito:

"My Lord, how can I be so worthy of such a position?"

"If I mess up the Marquis's job, it would be a sin."

It doesn’t matter. Chu Wujiang just came up with an idea and let the merchants try it out.

How can you expect Shang Lulu to work hard for you if you don't paint a few more pie in the sky for her?
Chu Wujiang didn't say anything. He walked up to Shang Lulu, a warm smile appeared on his face, patted her shoulder and said:

"You can do it."

"I believe in you."

So just sign this indenture.

Shang Lulu stared blankly at that incredibly handsome face.

No one had ever believed her like this.

Even Weiyuan Bo was only trained as an exquisite puppet.

Shang Lulu subconsciously took the pen and signed the contract. Yun Shang, who was behind Chu Wujiang, couldn't help but cover her face.

The Marquis is so evil.

In a matter of seconds, he tricked a girl into signing a contract to sell her body.

Baili Jin lowered his head in shame.

Shang Lulu, on the other hand, was somewhat happy.

"Thank you, my Lord. I will work hard to make the breeding farm, no, the thermometer and other things."

Chu Wujiang provides ideas and knowledge from his previous life. He doesn’t need a genius who is too powerful, but more people who are willing to risk their lives.

Shang Lulu is obviously a guy who is willing to risk his life.

Chu Wujiang smiled warmly and said:
"Miss Shang, you're welcome."

"Let's have a pleasant cooperation."

There was still some blush on Shang Lulu's face. She clasped her hands together and said:

"I am not talented, so please give me some advice, my Lord!"

The girl's eyes sparkled with hope for the future.

This ray of hope was like the finishing touch, and the originally not-so-remarkable face suddenly became dazzling and brilliant.

Even compared with Yun Shang, Yan Luo and others, she is no less beautiful. Even Chu Wujiang, who has seen beauty, is moved by her.

Chu Wujiang couldn't help but cough and said:

"Don't worry, Miss Shang. Talent can be cultivated."

"I have condensed these relevant knowledge into a soul seal for your reference."

Shang Lulu was delighted and bowed quickly:
"Thank you, Lord! Thank you, Sister Jin."

Baili Jin quickly lowered his head and said:
"No, you're welcome."

Shang Lulu said quickly:
"Then I will go study thermometers and related knowledge."

Shang Lulu came with doubts and left with joy.

Only Baili Jin, Yun Shang and Chu Wujiang were left in the carriage.

Baili Jin couldn't help but ask in a low voice:

"My Lord, Lulu is a serious child."

"You mustn't bully her too much."

Shang Lulu was not mediocre and could be considered an outstanding person in terms of qualifications, but among the ladies of the Chu family, she seemed too ordinary.

Chu Wujiang smiled and said:
"Don't worry, Jinyu. Your husband is just training talents."

"If she can do it, then it's fine."

"If that doesn't work, there are others."

"If she fails, she can sell herself to make up for it."

Chu Wujiang does not intend to give away knowledge for free, so as not to let his opponents benefit, and it may not necessarily promote social progress.

He plans to learn from angel investors and invest in more people, allowing them to practice and try to promote technology.

They can make a lot of money, and Chu Wujiang will never lose money.

Baili Jin was speechless for a moment, and finally managed to utter one sentence:

"My Lord, this is too bad."

Yun Shang nodded repeatedly:
"that is!"

Chu Wujiang couldn't help but smile evilly when he saw the ladies forming a united front:
"You have become bolder and dare to accuse your husband."

"Looks like we need to teach them a lesson, starting with Yunshang."

Yun Shang quickly shook her head and said:
"Wait, my lord."

"You said there was a flying demon, what if it suddenly attacks us?"

"Sister Jin, please persuade the Marquis."

When Baili Jin thought of those absurd years, he couldn't help but soften his body and whispered:
"Sister Yun, if the Marquis wants to do this, he must have his reasons."

Eh.

Why did you surrender?

There is no reason for the Marquis to do such ridiculous things.

Before Yun Shang could refute, Chu Wujiang grabbed her and chuckled:
"Jinyu is indeed more sensible." "I want to catch the flying yaksha, so I need your help."

Clouds and rain in Wushan, the goddess appears in the dream.

Amid the two people's exclamations, Chu Wujiang once again created a great harmony of life with the ladies.

He longed to use his magical powers to exchange for important information.

As long as he could grasp even the slightest clue, he would have a chance to trap the Flying Yaksha and resolve the issue of the Holy State.

However, the results were disappointing.

One day passed.

Two days passed.

Three days passed.

Chu Wujiang did not dream again.

The reason why witchcraft is defeated by Taoism, Buddhism, and etiquette is its instability.

Even a senior high priest cannot guarantee success every time or predict good or bad fortune.

After Chu Wujiang's first day of no effect, he deliberately became unrestrained and continued to practice the Great Harmony of Life, using himself as bait in an attempt to deceive Feitian Yaksha.

The Flying Yaksha did not launch any sneak attack, as if it had completely disappeared.

The carriage moved forward quickly, with no obstructions along the way, until the Chu army arrived at Sacred Heart Mountain.

……

Sacred Heart Mountain, Dharma Temple

According to legend, thousands of years ago, Zen Master Shengxin died together with a demon at the Yuanshen realm, and the monk passed away on Shengxin Mountain.

In order to commemorate the contribution made by this Buddhist monk, the people named the mountain Sacred Heart Mountain.

Chu Wujiang set traps along the way in an attempt to lure out the Flying Yaksha.

As long as the Flying Yaksha dares to show up, the masters of the Dharma Temple will use the End of the World Talisman to teleport over and engage in a righteous group fight.

As a result, the enemy refused to be fooled, did not show up, and did not launch a sneak attack.

Chu Wujiang had been acting all the way, and had no choice but to go to Fayuan Temple first to discuss countermeasures with the abbot.

As soon as he arrived at the foot of the mountain, the two Zen masters Jiekong and Jiechen were there to greet him at the gate, followed by a group of monks.

As soon as Chu Wujiang got off the carriage, the monks sang in unison:
"The presence of the Champion Marquis brings glory to Fayuan Temple."

"Namo Amitabha!"

The monks used their vital energy and chanted Zen in conjunction with the Sanskrit sounds, causing the Buddha's light to radiate, the sky to fall, and it was like golden lotuses emerging from the ground.

Buddhism has relied on this special effect to deceive countless believers into donating generously.

Not only that, there was also a group of little monks lined up in two rows, playing some musical instruments, making it quite lively.

Chu Wujiang seemed to have returned to his previous life in an instant. He followed his leader to the local area for inspection. The local authorities arranged for students to lay wreaths, and everyone shouted together:

"Welcome, welcome, warm welcome!"

Chu Wujiang couldn't help but feel embarrassed, and quickly greeted the two of them:
"You two Zen masters are so polite."

"I am unworthy of this, kid."

Zen Master Jiekong laughed and said:

"My Lord, that's not what you said."

"Guanjun Hou is a hero of Longzhou and a forever friend of Fayuan Temple."

"We have prepared vegetarian food to entertain the distinguished guests."

"Please follow me up the mountain."

Chu Wujiang had a very good relationship with Mahayana Temple. He had endured the pressure from the Duke of Zhenguo and did not betray Mahayana Temple.

The Buddhist community’s credit value towards him, not to mention the maximum, at least increased his favorability by 50 when they met.

This is also one of the reasons why Zen Master Jiechen chose to support the Chu family and go against the Sima family.

Chu Wujiang is always surrounded by a large crowd when he travels, and this time is no exception. Everyone walked towards the top of the mountain happily.

Jie Chen introduced the beautiful scenery of Sacred Heart Mountain to Chu Wujiang, and used the secret technique to transmit his voice, whispering:

[Donor Chu, Master Sima is here to visit. He has been chatting with Brother Abbot for several hours today.]

【Please be careful of any changes. 】

Chu Wujiang's heart trembled.

No wonder the Flying Yaksha didn’t show up.

It turned out that the Sima family had directly cut off the source of the problem and tried their best to destroy the alliance between the Chu family and Fayuan Temple.

Chu Wujiang quickly asked:
[What does the presiding abbot think? ]

[Agree or disagree? ]

[How much did the Sima family pay? ]

The two parties are already quite familiar with each other, and with the friendship with Mahayana Temple, Chu Wujiang is not afraid of being reported by Zen Master Jiechen.

Zen Master Jiechen hurriedly explained:
[I don’t know.]

[I only know that the abbot took this negotiation very seriously, and the two of them even went to a soundproof Zen room to chat so that no one else could hear them.]

[If I am not mistaken, Master Sima may provide dragon energy as a reward.]

what?
Chu Wujiang took a breath of cold air.

The Sima family is ruthless enough to even use dragon energy for trading, which is quite similar to how Chu Wujiang dealt with the King of the East China Sea.

As long as the goal is achieved, anything can be traded!

Now, Fayuan Temple is one of the four major Buddhist temples. It has not produced any peerless genius for hundreds of years, and the generation gap is very serious.

If there is something that Fayuan Temple values ​​more than missionary work and resources, it is the dragon vein.

Chu Wujiang didn't say anything more and accused secretly:
[Zen Master, the Sima family has two peerless geniuses and eight geniuses. There is a surge of talent within one generation.]

[Without the help of the dragon vein, this situation would not be possible. 】

[Since the Holy State Dragon Vein has chosen the Sima family, Fayuan Temple will not get much benefit. ]

[Please, Master, say a few nice words to me in front of the abbot.]

Zen Master Jiechen said with some embarrassment:
[I think so too, but it is very difficult. ]

【Fayuan Temple and Sima Family are across the mountain from each other. You can’t see them when you look up, but you can see them when you look down. 】

[Unless it is absolutely necessary, Fayuan Temple will not offend the Sima family. Please forgive me, Lord.]

Chu Wujiang felt a chill in his heart.

Zen Master Jiechen's politeness just now was obviously because he was afraid that he would bear a grudge against Fayuan Temple.

After all, Buddhism has made serious mistakes. They failed to take sides six hundred years ago.

At that time, Taoism and Confucianism were both determined to support Emperor Hao, while Buddhism was more inclined towards Emperor Wu and helped him to eliminate the Overlord.

Therefore, during the hundreds of years of Emperor Hao's reign, the Buddhist community has always acted relatively low-key, hoping that Emperor Hao would forget this unpleasant incident as soon as possible.

After such a crushing defeat, Buddhism's bottom line has become more flexible, with the main feature being the ability to switch at any time.

After Chu Wujiang understood the attitude of Fayuan Temple, he immediately added:
[Master, rest assured, no matter what the relationship between our two families is, you will always be Chu's friend.]

[If Fayuan Temple has done anything wrong to the Zen Master, I will welcome you at any time.]

Zen Master Jiechen possesses the ability to "turn skills into wealth" and can develop various machines, making him a rare talent.

Even if the abbot of Fayuan Temple jumped to the Sima family's camp, Chu Wujiang had no intention of changing their friendship.

Zen Master Jiechen was moved and said:
[No matter what the future holds for the Marquis, he will always be my friend.]

[I have always believed that it was the Sima family’s fault.]

[If Fayuan Temple wants to restore the glory of Buddhism, it must cooperate with the Marquis. ]

Chu Wujiang laughed when he heard this:

"Then let's go to the main hall."

……

Fayuan Temple, Main Hall
The Main Hall was originally a place for presiding over ceremonies, not a place for receiving guests.

Chu Wujiang came to visit today to discuss important matters. He is the most distinguished guest of Fayuan Temple, so naturally we have to entertain him here.

As soon as Chu Wujiang and his group arrived at the outer layer of the Great Hall, the abbot of Fayuan Temple, the famous Master Jie Chi of Shengzhou, went out with Sima Jie to greet them.

I saw Master Jie Chi wearing a golden cassock, holding a nine-ring Zen staff, with a righteous face and an excellent appearance. He looked like a solemn and majestic monk.

Master Jie Chi paused with his Zen staff and shouted loudly:

"Mr. Chu is here to visit me. I am sorry that I failed to greet you in person!"

Chu Wujiang quickly said politely:

"Master Jie Chi is a great Buddhist. How could I be so virtuous as to be personally welcomed by the abbot?"

As the leader of one of the four Buddhist temples, Master Jie Chi is definitely not just a one-kalpa soul, but at least two, or even three.

This is a top master who can threaten Chu Wujiang, so Chu Wujiang naturally has to show enough respect.

Master Jie Chi said with a smile;

"Well-deserved, well-deserved."

"I heard from Junior Brother Jiechen that Donor Chu is the leader of the younger generation."

"As the saying goes, hearing about something is worse than seeing it in person. Champion Hou Guo is indeed a young hero..."

Both sides entered the flattery stage and engaged in a lot of mutual business praise.

While being polite, Chu Wujiang secretly observed Sima Jie who was beside Master Jie Chi.

What exactly does the Sima family want to do?
Sima Jie felt Chu Wujiang's gaze and quickly bowed to show his humility.

He was much kinder than he was three days ago, and even that sinister aura seemed to have disappeared.

After a round of business exaggeration, Master Jie Chi introduced Chu Wujiang:

"This is Sima Jie, the second son of the Sima family, a famous figure on the Tianjiao List."

"I heard that the demon had escaped, which caused the two families to hold different opinions and caused some disputes."

"Now that Master Sima has come to visit, he wants me to be the middleman and mediate the conflict between the two families."

"I wonder what Your Majesty thinks of this, that the two families have become friends again?"

Sure enough, it came.

Master Jie Chi has already had a round of talks with the Sima family, so naturally he hopes to get the best of both worlds.

Chu Wujiang didn't want to offend the other party, so he asked softly:
"I would like to ask the abbot, how to adjust it?"

Master Jie Chi did not speak, he fixed his eyes on Sima Jie.

Sima Jie quickly jumped out, knelt on one knee and said:
"My Lord, I am guilty of almost misjudging kindness."

"The Sima family has defeated the Corpse King who escaped the seal and brought him to justice."

"That Corpse King has nothing to do with Ji Feihong. Please punish him, my Lord."

Shocking!

Chu Wujiang was stunned.

He had imagined many scenarios, but he had never thought that the Sima family would directly kneel down.

No, they are planning to retreat in order to advance!

……

Shengzhou, Sima Family, Ancestral Hall

After Sima Xuan understood the whole story of Sima Jie, he said in a deep voice:

"Ersun, please think about this carefully."

"Is it necessary for the Sima family to directly clash with the Champion Marquis?"

Sima Jie asked in surprise:

"Grandfather, it's not that the Sima family won't let the Champion Marquis go, it's that he won't let the Sima family go."

Sima Xuan shook his head and said:

"No, you don't understand what I mean."

"What is the Sima family's ancestral motto?"

Sima Jie quickly replied:
"It is patience, to kill the enemy secretly."

Sima Xuan then said with satisfaction:

"Yes, I like to boil a frog in warm water and destroy the enemy without them noticing."

"Your plan to deal with the Champion Marquis is too obvious."

"This leads to one wrong step and then another."

“Sometimes taking a step back can make the world more open, but it can actually restrict your opponent’s actions.”

“Wait for the opportunity, don’t be impulsive.”

"You are still young and can wait."

"Even if we want to be an enemy of the Champion Marquis, we must not show even a single bit of it openly."

Sima Jie's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but analyze:
"The Champion Marquis is coming to Tianjing. He doesn't have that much time to wait."

"As long as Feitian Yaksha returns and holds out for ten days or half a month, he will have no way to deal with the Sima family."

"So our first priority is to send this plague god away, lest he take the opportunity to win over the monks of Fayuan Temple."

"As for dealing with him, we have to wait until he lets down his guard."

When Sima Xuan heard this plan, he became more and more satisfied with this grandson and nodded repeatedly:

"Ruzi can be taught."

"That's how it should be done."

……

Fayuan Temple, Main Hall
Sima Jie said:
"The Sima family is willing to apologize to the Marquis and has prepared a generous gift."

"Please forgive me, my Lord."

Chu Wujiang was now somewhat impressed. The Sima family was really able to take on responsibilities and let go of them. No wonder they became the overlords of Shengzhou.

But he did not intend to let the Sima family go, but said coldly:
"What if I don't forgive you?"

The atmosphere in the main hall suddenly became tense.

(End of this chapter)