It's the age of cyber, and you're still a traditional villain?

Chapter 223 Too Stupid People Can't Use It

"Oh? Brother Xu is also interested in the "Sea God" thing? "

Hearing Xu Shi's question, Cheng Gujian's hand holding the wine glass froze for a moment.

"It's impossible not to be interested."

Xu Shi smiled and sighed, "If it wasn't for "Sea God", we might not have been able to get in touch with your Hualan Empire... When we stayed on Yinpine Island before, we heard a lot from the people on the island. "

"I see."

Cheng Gujian nodded slightly, "In that case, the estimate I can tell you is about the same...Of course, it doesn't hurt to say it again."

The fact is that even for him, the powerful Grand Duke, there is really not much difference from what Pan Cheng and others told Xu Shi—unidentified creatures living in the depths of the ocean, possessing unparalleled destructive power... both I have heard of it for a while.

The advantage is that compared to Pan Cheng, he has one more album in his hand—this is the album of the imperial family recording various creatures, and the so-called "Sea God" is of course among them.

It is somewhat similar to the profile image that Ye Shanshan Yu Xingchuan made, but upon closer inspection, it is somewhat different, adding a bit of indescribable taste to it.

Xu Shi and Xia Wuyou looked at each other, and the latter suddenly realized a problem, and said curiously, "From the year recorded in the album, the "Sea God" has existed for a long time, so why did the Hualan Empire only now Thinking of conquering? "

"Because of its existence, it has already begun to pose a threat to the empire, Mrs. Xia."

Cheng Gujian frowned, "If the "Sea God" just stays in the deep sea, then no matter how powerful it is, we don't have the heart to touch that bad luck... After all, we don't live by the sea, I think your city-state does too? "

Xia Wuyou was noncommittal. The City of Night Sins also kept a respectful distance from the ocean before. The biggest effect may be that when parents scare their children, they will say "I'll throw you into the sea if you make any more noise"... At least before Xu Shi proposed the plan of "going to sea", She has no such concept at all.

"Right?"

Cheng Gujian took a bottle of wine, poured himself a glass, and said with some melancholy, "About two or three months before you came, many strange things happened one after another in the empire."

"First, the tides began to rise and fall abnormally, and then there were towns and villages along the coast... The monsters in the sea jumped to the shore as if they were dying, some would explode, and some were highly poisonous. Some people even witnessed the appearance of "Sea God" with their own eyes. . "

The reason is this. It was fine before there was no problem, but once something happened, it would be a big trouble. In a sense, this can also be called a dark forest?

You know, the people of the empire living by the sea are not limited to Silver Pine Island, but Silver Pine Island is the only island in the Hualan Empire... Especially the turmoil caused by this kind of creature that only existed in legends before, The fear brought to these ordinary people is even deeper.

In such a situation, neither the royal family nor the Holy See can certainly not sit idly by.

"So you found Yinsong Island as a scapegoat?" Xu Shi pointed out with a smile.

"Yes."

These words were blunt, but Cheng Gujian responded without any excuses, "The people of Yinsong Island are good at water and have good shipbuilding skills. Since ancient times, more than half of the records about the sea in the empire are from them. Credit, then it is only appropriate for them to do this kind of thing."

In fact, Xu Shi's wording was a bit imprecise. Rather than saying it was for the dead ghost, it might be better to say that Pan Cheng and the others were assigned to fight the previous battle - saying that they were responsible for the "Sea God", but it can be seen that no matter the royal family Or the Holy See has little experience with it.

However, the two sides didn't want to act rashly and make unnecessary sacrifices, so they both focused on Yinsong Island.

Let Pan Cheng and the others try the depth first, so that they can have more time to prepare, and if the situation is good, they can accumulate some experience.

On the face of it, it’s not like they’re doing nothing, and they can block the people’s mouths. If the people of Yinsong Island don’t go, it’s because they are timid and afraid of death, and it’s not that the empire doesn’t pay attention to this matter.

As for what the people of Yinsong Island do, whether they live or die, that's a trivial matter that can't be taken into account... Well, let's take the place of the dead ghosts.

"Silver Songdao people are also citizens of the empire, and this is also their due responsibility and obligation."

Cheng Gujian also laughed, "However, after hearing Brother Xu's words, it seems a bit unfair? Also, you and Yinsong Island have a friendship...Why don't I apologize to you?"

At this time, aren't the barbarians the subjects of the empire?Xu Shi secretly complained, adaptive identity, right?

However, he was also amazed at the character of the ancient sword prince who can afford to let go. After all, for a powerful minister who covers the sky with one hand, apologizing is often out of the question, even if it is a joke. The form is the same.

Are you just kidding?Anyway, he didn't hear the other party's intention of repentance, saying it was just a warning - Yinsong Island is the territory of the Hualan Empire, you, an outsider, don't point fingers.

But Cheng Gujian's attitude is also put here, you have a good relationship with Yinsong Island for a while, then since we have cooperation now, for your sake, I will not make things difficult for them anymore.

"Things have already happened. It's meaningless to say more. I didn't come at that time."

Xu Shi smiled, he didn't mean to tear up the face with the other party, so he just changed the subject, "Now, what are you going to do next?"

"Of course it's time to gather troops and set out to wipe out the 'Sea God' in one fell swoop. "

Cheng Gujian said, "Recently, I have been sifting through the knights of the king's court. Looking at the situation, maybe I have to fight in person."

"What about the Holy See?"

"...It's the same, after all, no one expects the people of Silver Pine Island to be able to solve the "Sea God". "

Cheng Gujian sighed softly, "During this period of time, priests from all over the world have been entering the main city one after another. If it's not for this, what else can it be?"

In person?

These words made both Xu Shi and Xia Wuyou a little surprised. According to your current status, you can be regarded as a royal conquest...

But it's reasonable to think about it carefully - after all, in the big environment of the Hualan Empire, the crusade against the Sea God can easily rise to the level of a political game.

There can be no two tigers on one mountain. The royal family and the Holy See are originally two-phase checks and balances. Naturally, they all hope to find an opportunity to further enhance their influence... The crusade against the Sea God is not a trivial matter. A heavy code is pressed on the scale, and finally a one-sided trend is formed.

That being the case, both parties will naturally not take it lightly, and show 120 points of energy.

"I used to have a headache."

Cheng Gujian drank two more sips of wine, and then suddenly smiled with relief, "Ten years ago, I might have expected to return home in high spirits, but now that I am getting older, I have more things on my mind, and I am less courageous. Thinking of needing to go out in person can even be a little scary.”

"Fortunately, Brother Xu, you showed up in time. The weapons you brought should be a great help in the crusade against the Sea God... I have a heartfelt request. During the time before departure, you must help and practice hard. The one I choose."

"This is my job. How can there be any reason to sell things without including after-sales service?"

Xu Shi blinked, smiled and signaled him not to worry, "If Brother Cheng needs it, I can also accompany you, and I will give the same advice on the road."

"...Brother Xu is really willing to do this?"

Cheng Gujian was surprised, as if he had never considered that Xu Shi would say that, "You are not from the Hualan Empire, how can you really work for this?"

Xu Shi secretly rolled his eyes, thinking that it's almost over, what kind of official rookie are you?The whole face is curious about the baby's appearance, in fact, this is what you are thinking...

"To be honest, I have never been interested in the story of "Sea God". "

But he didn't point it out. If he wanted to point it out, he wouldn't follow Cheng Gujian's meaning just now. Instead, he said sincerely, "I have already had the idea of ​​finding out. In this case, it is also good for me if you and I are together." Also a little more sure.”

"I see."

Cheng Gujian looked like he had just woken up from a dream, "It seems that brother Xu is an adventurous man... In that case, I won't say much, I'll toast you."

"Brother Cheng is massive."

Xu Shi gave a flattering compliment, "However, there is one thing that needs to be agreed in advance. You also said that we are not from the Hualan Empire. If we win by then, how will we be credited?"

"This one……"

Cheng Gujian frowned, Xu Shi really asked him this time, "The royal family already has a charter, and those who travel this time will be rewarded for their meritorious service. It's not very attractive, is it?"

"Isn't it?"

Xu Shi did not deny it.

"hiss……"

Grand Duke Gu Jian smacked his lips, "I think I have to go to His Majesty again and discuss it carefully. In any case, I have to give you an explanation first."

"It just so happens that I also need Brother Xu to help you train soldiers. I will ask His Majesty for an order tomorrow. At least if you come to my place in the future, you won't need to be so secretive."

"Then there will be Brother Lao Cheng."

Xu Shi nodded and half-jokingly said, "It's a pity that today I have to be mysterious first... It's not too early for me to leave. Is there a small door? I'll go out more secretly, so as not to let you know."

"I'll send you off personally, who dares to speak up?"

Cheng Gujian stood up with a sneer, not paying attention at all, "Please."

When sending off Xu Shi to go out, the two exchanged a lot of pleasantries, most of which were about small details about cooperation.

For example, the building of the base station that Xu Shi has been thinking about, of course Cheng Gujian would not refuse, he just waved his hand and let him just do it.

With him speaking, this is not a matter.

"By the way, Brother Xu hasn't been to the Holy See yet, has he?"

At the gate, Cheng Gujian suddenly remembered something, "When are you going to visit? I can make some preparations for you in advance."

"I do not know either."

Xu Shi looked indifferent, "There is a beginning and an end, things here are not over yet, so there is no need to be so anxious."

"That's right, I've also heard about your quarrel with the Holy See."

Cheng Gujian nodded slightly, "I'll tell you the truth, I personally don't even want you to have anything to do with them."

"What does this mean, Brother Cheng doesn't believe in God?"

Xu Shi blinked and asked an extra question.

"Believe, I have always believed that there is a God in the world."

Cheng Gujian shook his head, "Otherwise, where does the "divine breath" come from? Where does the power of "The Chosen One" come from? "

"But belief in God is not the same as belief in the Holy See. They really have the power to represent the Lord of God? In my eyes, they are just a group of ambitious people seeking fame."

"……I see."

Xu Shi froze for a moment, imitated his tone and read a sentence, and then stretched out his hand to him for the first time.

……

"So you plan to continue working with him like this?"

On the way back, Xia Wuyou hugged Xu Shi's arm and asked softly.

"What's wrong? At least for now, this relationship is still maintained, isn't it?"

Xu Shi rua rua her, "And in my eyes, this person is quite interesting, I appreciate it."

This is the truth. It is natural for you to say that Cheng Gujian is full of calculations, but this person is also sincerely willing to do something for his empire. He said that Yu Jiazheng will really go, not just the type who only knows how to play tricks.

On the whole he was fairly open and frank, at least with him for a while.

Of course, Xu Shi also knew that this was because the two had a common goal now, Cheng Gujian didn't like the Holy See, and he himself was not much better, an enemy's enemy is a friend.

Not to mention that I am very valuable and can bring him a lot of benign help. This is the main reason. Otherwise, someone else might have to kneel and talk to Cheng Gujian from the beginning to the end, without daring to lift his head. kind.

"But he still wants to use us in essence..."

Xia Xiaomao complained a little, "Inviting you to fight against the Sea God together, no matter how you look at it, it is hypocrisy. It is true to use us as a shield when we are in danger."

"Who said no?"

Xu Shi didn't deny it, "But we were also going to investigate the matter of Sea God. It's not a bad thing to have locals as guides and bodyguards."

"Including trade, establishing diplomatic relations and so on, it will be much easier to have him help us... It can be regarded as mutual use."

Who told us to be foreigners now?Some advantages are definitely not so easy to play, and as Cheng Gujian, it is definitely unrealistic for you to expect empty-handed white wolves, it can only be like this now, each takes what he needs.

But in general, he can accept this result.

"In a sense, the two of you are quite alike."

Xia Wuyou complained, "But you don't think about the Holy See at all now? You haven't even seen him face to face."

"I didn't say that, did I?"

Xu Shi shrugged, "But if I really want to make a distinction between high and low, the royal family is of course the first choice, and you know the reason."

"Because that little queen is exactly what you imagined, right?"

"Ok?"

"Just kidding."

Xia Wuyou chuckled, she knew it was because of the festival with Luo Yu.

Although the group of "Templar Knights" serves both the royal family and the Holy See in name, anyone with a discerning eye can see that the buttocks of this group of people are even more inclined towards the Holy See. The conflict between Xu Shi and Luo Yu has already been counted as a tie with the Holy See, not just the relationship between Xu Shi and Luo Yu.

The balance between the two phases, no one wants to be less troublesome.

"But it doesn't matter if you touch it? If you really go to fight against the sea god with Cheng Gujian, you will be tied to death together."

Xia Wuyou thought for a while and said, "Especially that Luo Yu said that he is a silver knight. In fact, I don't think his status may be very high, otherwise he wouldn't be restricted so much."

As for those few bronzes, there is no need to think about it. Who cares whether those broken reminders are dead or alive if they really cooperate? During the day, they killed a Fan Shigui in front of the royal family. Would it affect the future cooperation?The truth is this truth.

Xia Xiaomao knows her man very well, and she agrees with his choice of infiltration to conquer this place. They may not lack force, but it will be more difficult to fight against both sides, especially under the premise of fighting against the "law of heaven", there is no benefit at all. will not have.

But since it is infiltration, multiple paths should be good too?
"You're right, but it's never important to deal with anyone, just get things done."

Xu Shi let out a sigh of relief, "Now we can do business and trade, and we can also build base stations for research. It doesn't matter whether we talk to the Holy See or not. If we really need it, we can talk about what we need. We can switch positions at any time."

Xia Wuyou opened his mouth, as if he really... Sure enough, he has become stupid, right?Anyway, I always feel stupid in front of him...

Fortunately, she didn't care, she was already used to obeying orders in this regard, and it was the most common way to fiddle with her and move her a little, because it was like being planted.

"Hey, I always feel worry-free that you are talking to the Holy See?"

Seeing her expression, Xu Shi thought it was funny, and suddenly became playful and said, "Be honest, did you take money from others in private?"

"What nonsense."

Xia Xiaomao retorted angrily, "Didn't you say that it would be easier to find an idiot? I think Luo Yu is quite stupid... Isn't this a good thing?"

It's true, after experiencing Xu Shi's operation immersively, Luo Yu's little calculation is worthless in her eyes, especially if it hasn't succeeded...

"Having said that, you can't do it if you're too stupid."

Xu Shi was very satisfied with her indistinct braggadocio, but he just shook his fingers.

"why not?"

"This is..."

Xu Shiyouyou explained, but just as he was about to speak, he heard a commotion in front of him.

He opened the curtain of the carriage, but saw that he was almost at the post house.

The source of the noise was in front of the post house. I saw the Feng Ling sisters and Xia Ke'an standing together, their faces were a little nervous, and Shen Qin, who was in charge of the guard, was even colder than freezing.

Opposite them were a few people in armor, all in bright silver armor, their identities were self-evident.

Among them was a familiar face.

"Xiaofeng Xiaoling, be obedient, it's not suitable to stay here for long, go back to the Holy See with me first!"

Oh?
Steal people face to face, right?

　nnd, I accidentally let a mosquito bite my bag yesterday, I was so mad...

　　This chapter was written hastily, and may be refined later.

　　
　
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