The copy of the universe from the journey to the west

Chapter 286 The highest medal of honor! Teng Guo Xu Xing! (asking for monthly tickets)
When Zheng Faming sent a message wanting to join the gang, Lu Chen didn't even think twice and directly sent a text message to reject it.

Why would he accept someone who was specifically there to monitor him?
Soon, Zheng Faming called.

Lu Chen frowned slightly. Is this going to never end?
But he still picked it up.

"Master, I am sorry for nagging you. I hope you can understand."

Lu Chen said in a cold voice: "Is it still about you joining Fangcun Mountain? There is no need to do this. Tell Minister Li that I am a member of the Great Xia Kingdom and will not do anything that will harm the Great Xia Kingdom. You don't have to test me."

He didn't promise too much, after all, his shoulders couldn't bear so much.

Zheng Faming smiled and said, "Master, you misunderstood me. I have no ill intentions."

Lu Chen said: "I have no ill intentions, I just simply don't like to be with people who are too cunning."

"???"

Zheng Faming was silent for a while.

Isn't this too direct?
Am I that unpopular?

Zheng Faming felt that he was quite popular in the martial arts department, so why did he always feel disliked and rejected whenever he interacted with Lu Chen?

"Master, you are a monk and you speak too directly." Zheng Faming's tone sounded somewhat resentful and puzzled.

He remembered that he had never offended Lu Chen, right?

"Only monks don't tell lies. Besides, although I call myself a monk, I don't have a certificate of ordination."

Lu Chen's tone was very straightforward and confident.

You have never offended me, but your name... is too coincidental.

Lu Chen had no intention of recruiting him under his command.

just in case.

If Zheng Faming is really related to 'Zheng Fa Ming', then after entering the heavens, isn't it the same as delivering himself to that person?
But Lu Chen remembered that everything was fine after he entered the heavens. However, ever since he met the image of Guanyin when he was helping Senior Sister Zhenruo's family, his life trajectory took a sharp turn.

From then on, he has been trapped in the state of 'Tang Monk's flesh'.

Zheng Faming became more and more confused. He didn't understand how he had offended Lu Chen to make this living immortal so dissatisfied with him?

Or……

He turned his head and glanced at Li Mingkong beside him.

Was it him who provoked Lu Chen and he was the one being taken out on?

He couldn't help but glare at Li Mingkong.

The latter touched the back of his head in some confusion. As an old partner, he understood what Zheng Faming meant.

I am also questioning my life. Am I too radical?

So you provoked Lu Chen?

Alas, this kind of practitioners are so difficult to deal with.

"Master Lu, are you willing to meet with me?"

After thinking for a moment, Zheng Faming decided to continue with his plan and not give up halfway because of a small rift: "It just so happens that there are some things that are difficult to talk about over the phone. I can tell you in person, Master Lu."

Lu Chen was about to refuse when the Guizang Compass suddenly turned.

"lucky?"

Lu Chen swallowed the word "no" that was about to come out of his mouth and said, "Okay, let's go to Quancheng."

Then Lu Chen hung up the phone, soared into the sky, and headed towards Quancheng.

Zheng Faming on the other side also hung up the phone and sighed.

I have just arrived in Mount Zhongnan for less than an hour, and now I have to go back.

Life is hard...

Thinking of this, he unconsciously glared at Li Mingkong again.

It’s all your fault!

"..."

Li Mingkong looked strange and said, "Actually, he said you were cunning... Isn't this a disguised way of praising you?"

To be described as 'cunning' by a living immortal god was reason enough to be proud of.

Zheng Faming sneered, "Do you think this is a good word? I'm calling you a cunning old fox, do you think this is a compliment?"

"Yes."

"Ok?"

"...Okay, what do you say we should do?"

Li Mingkong could only respond with a wry smile.

He still thinks that he was the one who made Lu Chen unhappy, but he really doesn't know what he said wrong.

Can't you people explain your words more clearly?

"Forget it. I'm not cut out for diplomacy. I'll leave the rest to Old Zheng."

Li Mingkong thought silently.

"I need permission to take some things away." Zheng Faming said.

Although he was known as the number two in the martial arts department, he was only an advisor after all, even though he had the title of "General".

But a consultant is a consultant, which means he is an outside staff member and not an internal staff member.

Although he knew a lot, he was still not as good as Wang Weiguo in terms of internal authority.

If he wants to change his image with Lu Chen, he must use some so-called confidential things, and those items require extremely high authority.

Li Mingkong nodded immediately: "Just hand in the report and I'll sign it."

He also knew that the current situation was not good. It was no longer just Zheng Faming's problem, but it concerned the future of the martial arts department and even the entire people of Daxia.

Some issues that do not involve principles can be given the green light, and he now has this right.

Zheng Faming then looked much better.

At least now he can talk to Lu Chen with confidence.

As long as the first step can be completed, he believes that with his ability, Lu Chen will see his sincerity.

……

The next day.

Zheng Faming and Lu Chen met again in the villa in Quancheng.

This time, Zheng Faming came alone, and not only did he come, he also had a bag in his hand.

"Mr. Zheng, you're here. It's not a festival, so why bring anything?"

Su Ze also learned from Lu Chen that Zheng Faming was coming.

But I didn't expect Zheng Faming to come with gifts.

Zheng Faming didn't expect that Su Ze actually thought he was giving him a gift. He subconsciously moved the bag back a little and blocked it with his other hand.

Su Ze was stunned for a moment, but quickly realized that the gift bag in Zheng Faming's hand was not a serious gift.

She calmly withdrew her hand and smiled, "Counselor Zheng, please come in. I'm just going to buy some food."

A smart woman never lets others speak.

Zheng Faming was somewhat embarrassed. If he had known earlier, he should have brought a box of pure milk back...

"Thank you."

He smiled and nodded, then entered the villa.

Inside the house, Lu Chen was reading a book about the Northern and Southern Dynasties.

When Zheng Faming came in, he didn't even raise his head and said, "Please sit anywhere. I don't have any tea leaves here. There is a thermos over there. Just pour some water yourself."

You're welcome.

Zheng Faming shook his head: "No need to bother."

He found a random seat and sat down, placing the bag in his hand on the coffee table in front of him, and solemnly took out a small red box from it. "Master, this is what my superiors asked me to bring to you. Since you don't want to be in the spotlight, I decided to give it to you in private and not publicize it."

Lu Chen raised his head and took a look, and with a quick glance he knew what was inside the box.

He couldn't help but look at her strangely and asked, "Are you sure... this is for me?"

"of course."

Zheng Faming smiled: "The Taoist priest's action this time has dealt a heavy blow to hostile elements abroad and severely hit the intentions of certain countries to infringe on our national sovereignty..."

"Okay, let's not talk about this kind of procedure."

Lu Chen closed the book: "It's just... don't you think this is too casual?"

"Not casual at all."

Zheng Faming opened the red box, revealing a medal of honor hung with a colorful ribbon!

He said seriously: "The National Medal of Honor can be awarded to anyone who has made significant contributions to the country, regardless of their background or whether they have a formal organization. This is the highest honor that an individual can receive."

“The highest honor.”

Lu Chen's eyes were slightly complicated.

If he had received this medal two months ago, he would have been so happy that he would fly!

But now...

"Why give it to me?" he asked.

Zheng Faming said: "Those who have made great contributions to the country..."

"speak English."

Zheng Faming paused for a moment and then said, "We have already analyzed part of the literature on the underground palace of Mount Zhongnan. What is recorded on it...are all methods of cultivation."

He looked at Lu Chen with a complicated expression.

They don’t know whether the practice method is fake or not.

However, some ancient books and materials have already recorded the life trajectory of 'Lu Xiuchen'.

The Taoist master of Shangqing Sect, the world-respected Master Lu, the savior of the world, the living immortal god who resists the demons from outside the domain...

As long as the name "Lu Xiuchen" appears in the classics, Lu Chen is highly praised, and all kinds of gorgeous words are used to describe him as if they were free.

It was just like, being able to pass on the teachings to 'Heavenly Master Lu Xiuchen' was not an honor for Lu Xiuchen, but an honor for all of them!
Moreover, the classics and documents of each family seemed to know that 'Lu Xiuchen Tianshi' would return to see these classics, and they all expressed the same meaning in an explicit or implicit way.

"Our practice method has been re-edited. Please take a look at it and correct any mistakes..."

Nima!

This is too outrageous!

Ancient people who lived 1,600 years ago wrote letters to modern people, and they were written in the name of their descendants or younger generations!

Can you believe this?

The key point is that Lu Chen also made it clear that Lu Xiuchen is still him, Lu Chen!
This is even more outrageous!
When Zheng Faming heard the news, he was so shocked that he was speechless.

Is there any boundary between fantasy and reality?

Does the Chosen One really create or change history?
Or……

Is this actually the real history?
As a result, the top leadership held an emergency meeting overnight, and the highest medal of honor, which was created at the fastest speed since the founding of the country, was freshly produced!
Are you asking if the contribution is enough?

This is definitely enough!

Not to mention the contribution of taking over the underground palace of Zhongnan Mountain, Lu Chen is undoubtedly the first. Just looking at those ancient books and materials, it is obvious that they were left to him by Lu Chen's "descendants".

Now they have all become national property.

Besides, Lu Chen saved the life!
Although I don't know what the hell the 'Extraterritorial Demon' is.

However, the introductions to it in classic documents all use words like "a great disaster, a demon from heaven wreaking havoc on the world, a gap between the destruction of heaven and earth...", "an alien demon destroyed the world, all living beings suffered, overnight, the Northern Wei and Southern Song dynasties were all deserted..." and so on.

Isn't that obvious enough?
This would definitely have to be a disaster like a meteorite hitting the earth, and it wouldn't be the kind of meteorite that the great magician Liu Xiu encountered. At least it would have to be the one that the dinosaurs encountered!
You just say whether it is enough or not!

"Is that all?"

Lu Chen smiled and said, "I'll give you a chance to organize your words."

Zheng Faming smiled bitterly and said, "Sure enough, nothing can be hidden from the Taoist's eyes."

After flattering him without leaving any trace, he changed his expression and said solemnly: "We want to get closer to the Taoist priest. You know, your existence itself is already a deterrent at the moment. No matter from which aspect, giving you an honor in exchange for your deepening sense of belonging to this country is a sure-win business."

In other words, even if the deal fails, there is still justice.

"If you say so, then I won't be polite."

Lu Chen nodded and took the medal with both hands.

Although it is impossible to be as excited as two months ago, but no matter what, the temptation of opening the family tree for one night is still there. Of course, there is no need for the first incense. Lu Chen feels that he will not die for a while.

Is there really any man in Daxia who would resist such temptation?

Of course, Lu Chen also knew that after accepting this medal, he certainly couldn't just do nothing.

But that doesn't matter anymore.

Lu Chen is not a fan of international civilization.

As long as this country has not let him down, he will never stand idly by when he encounters difficulties.

Therefore, Lu Chen felt at ease accepting this medal.

Looking at Lu Chen's actions, Zheng Faming couldn't help but smile.

A glimpse of leaf can tell the coming of autumn.

Lu Chen did not treat the medal of honor casually, but with some care and respect. This already explained the problem, even if he did not gain anything this time.

Just based on the external meaning revealed by Lu Chen's action, his trip was worthwhile.

The next second, Lu Chen wiped his palm on the red box, and the red box disappeared instantly, just like a magic trick.

Zheng Faming was no longer surprised.

Are you a living immortal god? If you don’t even have this little trick, what kind of immortal god are you?
"Is there anything else?"

Lu Chen asked: "If there is nothing else, then I won't send you off."

"..."

Zheng Faming smiled bitterly in his heart. After all, he had already presented the medal, so why was he still so unwelcome?
"There is one more thing, Taoist priest."

Zheng Faming didn't waste any time, and pointed to the remaining things in the bag: "The things in here may be helpful to the Taoist priest."

"what?"

Lu Chen asked, somewhat curious.

There was no other reason. The remaining things were put in a box, and that box... his spiritual thoughts could not penetrate into it!

Of course, there are many things that can organize divine thoughts. It is not surprising for one or two to appear, but it is rare for them to appear in the real world.

Zheng Faming said, "Two weeks ago, the Martial Arts Department discovered a tomb in Teng County. Some documents and books were unearthed in the tomb. According to basic measurements, they should belong to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. We were unable to completely decipher them, so we brought them to you."

Lu Chen asked: "Would you like me to help decipher it?"

"Do not."

Zheng Faming shook his head: "It is for you. Although we cannot decipher all the contents, the four characters 'Ruchen Daoist' appeared in some of the deciphered characters."

Lu Chen's smile gradually faded: "You mean... Teng County?"

"Yes, Teng County." Zheng Faming nodded.

Lu Chen looked dazed for a moment.

Teng County is located in Lanling City.

It is very close to Lu Chen’s hometown, Huacheng Shanfu County, and it only takes more than an hour’s drive to get there.

Of course, this is not the most important thing. The most important thing is that Teng County was called Teng State during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period!
The State of Teng was one of the main bases of farmers at that time.

In the first year of Duke Wen of Teng, the leader of the Nong family, Xu Xing, led his disciples from Chu to Teng State, thus starting the Nong family's road to reform in governing the country.

Senior Brother Hui, his secular name is Xu Xing!

(End of this chapter)