Mortal Mirror

Huang San looked at Li Ergou and couldn't help but shake his head slightly, saying with envy, "Li Ergou, oh Li Ergou, to be honest, I really admire you. No beheading, no beheading anymore. Not only that, but you've even been promoted."

Li Ergou was dumbfounded and said, "What's going on? What happened?"

Huang San didn't hide anything and said, "I don't know the specifics, but according to my guess, it may be related to the 'Ten Thousand People Petition'. Perhaps there's also some upper-level struggle involved, but that's beyond my knowledge."

Then he roughly told Li Ergou about the situation outside. Li Ergou couldn't help but think to himself that he hadn't expected this. He couldn't help but feel grateful; these folks were really good to him.

Soon, Li Ergou came out of the prison, but his identity had changed. From a deputy constable, he had become a constable. Perhaps he was the youngest and least experienced constable in Bitter Water County's history.

Li Ergou was overjoyed beyond words.

Li Ergou then went to see the County Commandant. The two chatted for a while, but unfortunately, no one knew what they talked about. However, the joy in Li Ergou's eyes couldn't be concealed; it must have been good news.

In the Yamen's main hall, Lu Yun, Zhang Long, and others came up to congratulate Li Ergou.

When the people of Bitter Water County learned that Li Ergou had been released and promoted, countless people flooded the streets, cheering and shouting that the County Magistrate was a wise and just official, which gave Liu Erhe a sense of unparalleled glory for no reason.

In Liu Erhe's house, in a hall, he gently sipped his tea before looking at his son, Liu Zhiyu, and saying, "Zhiyu, why do you value that kid so much? This is the first time you've asked me for a favor. Is this person really that good?"

Liu Zhiyu waved his folding fan and said, "Dad, Ergou is worth befriending. Don't worry, I won't misjudge people."

Liu Erhe didn't say much. He knew that his son had grown up, and all he could do was help him. He also admired that guy named Ergou; he was so bold that he dared to directly kill the scourge, Ximen Shang.

Unfortunately, such a person is a double-edged sword. If used well, he can eliminate opponents, but if used poorly, he can also hurt himself. This matter has completely offended Zhong Yangtian. Although I also have backers, I have to guard against him acting behind my back.

Fortunately, the higher-ups also intend to clash with Zhong Yangtian's superiors to test the other side's bottom line. Otherwise, how would he dare to gamble his future on this?

Li Ergou was riding high, unexpectedly transforming into a constable. Moreover, the County Commandant had promised him that he could transfer a few subordinates he was used to working with.

He also knew one thing: Liu Zhiyu had helped him a lot in this matter. He remembered this kindness in his heart, but unfortunately, he probably wouldn't come for the time being. His family was wealthy, and he had nothing to give in return, but there would be opportunities in the future.

After leaving the Yamen, he went to see Big White Elephant. This guy was lucky to be alive, but Li Ergou wanted him to take the martial arts exam next year so he could follow him.

Big White Elephant agreed. After all, he had no relatives now, and following Li Ergou was good; at least he wouldn't be so lonely.

Returning to the Bitter Mountain Courtyard, to be honest, Li Ergou was a little tired. He went home and slept soundly, sleeping very sweetly.

"Cluck cluck cluck!"

He was awakened early the next morning by a loud crowing sound.

The crowing sound shook the surroundings, like a morning bell and evening drum, shaking people's souls. Li Ergou even felt that the entire house was shaking.

He quickly sat up and came outside, where he saw the third-generation chicken that had eaten the Blood Orchid standing in the middle of the courtyard, head held high and chest out. The light of the morning sun shone on its body, reflecting a layer of red light, making it extremely beautiful.

A very violent and terrifying aura emanated from it, giving people a sense of oppression.

What surprised him even more was that this chicken was too big, perhaps already beyond the scope of a chicken.

This guy was even taller than Li Ergou, and its entire body was like a strong ox. Through the sparse fluff, he could see the bulging muscles on its chest, and its feathers were even more beautiful.

Its thighs were even thicker, extending from the base of its legs all the way down to its claws, where they were covered with light yellow scales, which looked very hard.

And its sharp claws could directly crush rocks, which was terrifying.

To say it was a chicken, perhaps only its appearance was that of a chicken.

At this moment, he couldn't help but think of the Snake King in the ancient tomb. Now that he thought about it, the Snake King must have been related to the Blood Orchid. Maybe that snake stole a Blood Orchid, which is why it became so huge and became the Snake King.

In that case, wouldn't this chicken be the Chicken King?

Looking at the Chicken King's size, Li Ergou wondered if this guy could even fly.

Unexpectedly, he was proven wrong the next moment. He saw the Chicken King open its wings and suddenly exert force. Its powerful wings stirred up the sand and rocks on the ground. Then it flew into the air, but unfortunately, this guy was too heavy. After a while, it ran out of strength and fell sharply from the air.

"Thump!" A big pit was smashed into the ground. The attempt to show off failed.

It actually immediately covered its eyes with its wings, its eyes filled with despair.

Li Ergou smiled and thought, I knew it. If you were so big and could fly into the sky, wouldn't that be too heaven-defying?

However, at this moment, Li Ergou could feel that this chicken was different from ordinary chickens, not its size, but its eyes and movements.

Its eyes flashed with light and wisdom, which were not things that ordinary chickens should have.

In that case, this chicken might not be as simple as a Chicken King. He even thought that this guy had already opened its spirit, that is, opened its intelligence, had its own chicken soul, and was no longer an ordinary chicken. Or rather, it was more appropriate to say it was a chicken spirit.

Looking at its eyes, Li Ergou said with a hint of anticipation, "Can you understand me?"

The Chicken King actually nodded.

Li Ergou thought to himself, what the heck. He immediately took out a bronze mirror and copied it over to the Chicken King, but no matter what, he couldn't copy it. This completely confirmed it; this guy had really opened its spirit.

You know, he had experimented many times, including on himself, on the black cat, and on the black-bearded goat. These creatures with their own souls could not be copied at all, unless they died, and he could copy their corpses.

He couldn't help but think that the mirror was not omnipotent. It also needed to abide by the rules of heaven. After all, thought was unique. If it could copy wisdom and soul, wouldn't that be too heaven-defying and intolerable to heaven?

Putting away the mirror, Li Ergou saw that this chicken had opened its spirit, so he no longer had the idea of killing it and eating its meat. It was just right to let it manage the chickens.

He told the Chicken King his thoughts, and the Chicken King nodded vigorously, as if to say to him, don't worry, leave it to me, no problem.

Then, it clucked and rushed out of the courtyard and ran towards the mountain.

Li Ergou was about to go to the Yamen when he saw the black cat carrying a fox to him. This fox had red and mottled fur, its leg was injured, as if it was broken, and it was still bleeding.

It also had several arrow wounds on its body, and it was trembling all over as it looked at Li Ergou.

For some reason, looking at this fox, he had a feeling of déjà vu.