Pawn Crossing the River

Qi Xuansu asked: "How is it now?"

"Sheng Wuyou" said: "The 'Chef's' imitation 'Shebi Corpse Poison' has been cleaned up, but the backlash of the 'Xuanwei True Technique' is still quite serious. I only have 60% of my usual strength."

Qi Xuansu made a rough calculation. One heavenly being at the creation stage is equal to three heavenly beings at the immeasurable stage. Sixty percent of the strength is probably two heavenly beings at the immeasurable stage, which should not be underestimated. However, if you meet the "shopkeeper" or "cook", it will be a bit unsatisfactory.

"The backlash of the 'Leverage Method' cannot be reversed, we can only wait for it to pass."

"Sheng Wuyou" said: "These days, I have to keep a low profile."

Qi Xuansu said: "Qingping Club will always keep a low profile."

"Sheng Wuyou" smiled: "I don't like to owe others. The Qingping Society always settles accounts openly. Now let's talk about your reward."

Qi Xuansu declined politely: "I'm just helping to contact Qiniang. I won't get any reward for no merit."

"Sheng Wuyou" said: "Although there is no accident, you are taking risks. This is not false."

In fact, both of them tacitly understood that Qiniang's face was at stake here, and "Sheng Wuyou" appropriately showed his kindness to Qi Xuansu, which was also an indirect show of goodwill to Qiniang.

Qi Xuansu was too lazy to reflect anymore. It was actually good to have a background and a backer. He could never choose a more difficult and rugged path for the sake of the dignity of a wild Taoist priest.

It is better to be able to get credit than not to be able to get credit.

"Sheng Wuyou" said slowly: "I originally wanted to give you something, but I came out in a hurry and there was nothing suitable. In addition, I just owed Qiniang a large amount of peace money, and the gentry's family had no food left. So I The reward is very simple. Since I owe you a favor, I must let the creditor know who I am."

After saying that, "Saint Wuyou" took off the mask on his face.

To be honest, at this moment, Qi Xuansu still felt a bit of luck that he couldn't tell others. Maybe "Sheng Wuyou" just acted like a man, but in fact, behind the mask was a fairy-like beauty. It didn't mean that he wanted to be with her. Whatever happens to other women, he only has Zhang Yuelu in his heart. This is just a strange mentality that imitates the plot of the story.

But Qi Xuansu was disappointed. It was true that there was a beauty behind the mask, but it was a handsome man, not a beautiful woman.

Regardless of his actual age, simply judging from his appearance, "Sheng Wuyou" is over forty years old, with a short beard, sharp eyebrows and starry eyes, a high nose, and skin as clear as jade. Needless to say, he can make women look beautiful now, no matter how he was when he was young. Mind swaying.

"In addition to being the 'Sheng Wuyou' of the Qingping Society, I am also a cabinet member and the Minister of the Ministry of Punishment."

"Sheng Wuyou" said slowly: "There are currently six people in the cabinet, and I am the fifth."

Qi Xuansu was really shocked.

How could the Qingping Society hide its dragons and crouching tigers?

Since ancient times, the three ministers have discussed the Tao, and the six ministers have divided their duties. Since the beginning of the ancestral dragon, the prime minister has been appointed, and he will die if he does not turn around. Because of this, in later generations, although there were virtuous ministers, most of those who used them were villains who monopolized power and disrupted the government. Therefore, since the Wei Dynasty, the Prime Minister has been dismissed, and the five offices, six ministries, Duchayuan, General Administration Department, Dali Temple and other yamen have been established to handle the affairs of the world. They are in disrepute with each other and do not dare to pressure each other. Everything is under the control of the imperial court, so it is safe.

However, because the workload was too huge, it was necessary to set up a grand master as an advisor to the emperor. At first, the grand master had no real power and was similar to today's secretary. There are various great scholars in Huagai Hall, Wuying Hall, Jinshen Hall, Wenyuan Pavilion and Dongge Hall respectively, and also in Wenhua Hall to tutor the prince, all of whom are in the fifth rank. The university's bachelors are here to serve as advisors.

Later, the great scholar often served as the minister concurrently with Sangu, and he had a respected position. He drafted edicts for the emperor, guided the criticism and response of memorials, and was known as the assistant minister. The person who ranks first among the bachelors is called the chief assistant and has the greatest power, including the right to vote. The power of the cabinet is developing rapidly. Although the functions and powers of the chief minister of the cabinet are still not comparable to those of the previous prime ministers, they are no longer as simple as an advisory secretary.

When Daxuan arrived, the old system of the Wei Dynasty was inherited, and many temporary official positions were turned into permanent ones. In addition to the governor, governor, and commander-in-chief, the cabinet officially became the prime minister's organization. Six people were identified, that is, "four halls and two pavilions", and the palace was covered with flowers. The highest rank is the Grand Scholar, followed by the Jinshen Hall, Wenhua Hall, Wuying Hall, Wenyuan Pavilion, and Dongge. The rank is upgraded from the fifth rank to the first rank, which is tied with the Three Dukes, but the status is slightly inferior to the Three Dukes.

The specific responsibilities are to control the state affairs, approve edicts, formulate constitutions, discuss major rituals and policies, and decide whether to file lawsuits. He was responsible for compiling records, histories, and annals, serving as the chief overseer, leading lecturers at banquets, examining officers for examinations, and reading papers for palace examinations.

As for the university sergeant title of the Minister of Border Affairs, it is a co-organizer, without a specific title, rather than a grand master of the palace. Similar to ordinary real people and Shenzhi real people, they are both second-grade Taiyi Taoist priests. Ordinary real people have a bare real name, while Donghua, Cihang, Qingwei, Wanmiao and other Shenzhi real people have honorary titles.

Although the gold content of the imperial court grade is slightly lower than that of the Taoist sect, in any case, a first-grade public official is equivalent to the Taoist sect's master of knowledge.

Qi Xuansu once studied the imperial code diligently, so he naturally knew who the ministers in the cabinet were. Since "Sheng Wuyou" bluntly stated that he ranked fifth in the cabinet, it was Xie Linyuan, a scholar of Wenyuan Pavilion, who also served as the Minister of Punishment, also known as the Zhangbu Bachelor's degree.

The Xie family is a Jiangnan family. Although it is not a Taoist family, it is a Confucian family. It has produced many Confucian ministers and ministers.

At that time, the Confucian sect had three great palaces, such as the Taoist sect’s three holy places, Dazhen Mansion, Wanshou Chongyang Palace, and Zhenjing Bieyuan. They were Wanxiang Academy, Tianxin Academy, and Sheji Academy. After the Taoist sect defeated the Confucian sect, it was changed to Wanxiang Academy. The palace is the Wanxiang Dao Palace, Tianxin Academy was abolished, and only Sheji Academy remained. The ancestors of the Xie family were the last great sacrifices of Tianxin Academy.

After the fall of Tianxin Academy, the Xie family began to work deeply in the court and served as officials for several generations.

Qi Xuansu never expected that the Qingping Society would be so powerful that it even infiltrated the Xie family.

However, Qi Xuansu thought about it and realized that the matter of the Xie family had actually been known for a long time. "Xie Qiuniang"'s real name was Xie Jin, and she was a member of the Xie family. Obviously, there were also elders in the family, just like his elder was Qiniang, so Xie Linyuan appeared in Qingping Meeting and holding a senior position is not out of the ordinary.

Qi Xuansu hesitated and asked tentatively: "It turns out to be Mr. Xie. I know a friend whose name is 'Xie Qiuniang'. I don't know whether she is related to Mr. Xie..."

"She is my niece. My brother died young and left an orphan girl. My father and I raised her and spoiled her. If I have offended her in any way, I hope you will forgive me." Xie Linyuan did not hide it.

"It's just some misunderstanding. It's already been said." Qi Xuansu remembered that Qin Wubing had said that Xie Jin's grandfather was a great master of the Confucian sect. Although he was far less powerful than the great master of the Taoist sect, his status was is very.

This kind of family may be inferior to the Li family and the Zhang family, but it must not be underestimated.

A favor from Xie Linyuan is worth a thousand dollars.

Qi Xuansu asked again: "Since Mr. Xie is from the Confucian sect, why does he use the Taoist sect to inherit?"

Xie Linyuan did not shy away and said calmly: "Confucianism has changed over time after all. If a Sanren is added to the Five Immortals inheritance of the Taoist sect, it will be the Sixth Immortal inheritance. It is the integration, induction and innovation of the power of the Xuansheng Judao sect. It can be said to be the culmination of the efforts of previous generations. Even if it is a Sanren inheritance, it is still a creation project. On the other hand, the Confucian sect is stuck in its own way and lingers on, let alone talk about it. Even if it follows the Taoist sect to integrate the inheritance, it has no choice but not as good as the Taoist sect in terms of manpower and material resources, and there is no such thing as Xuansheng. With a figure in the lead, how can the integrated inheritance be compared with that of the Taoist sect? Why should I choose the Confucian sect’s inheritance?”

Qi Xuansu was speechless.

This is not to say that the inheritance of Confucianism is necessarily inferior to that of Taoism. The key lies not in inheritance, but in integration. Confucianism has been poor in talent over the years and does not have enough manpower and material resources. The integrated inheritance will not be as clear and inclusive as Taoism, so it is better to choose Taoist inheritance, anyway, the current general trend is the integration of the three religions.

There is also the inheritance of Buddhism, which also imitates Taoism. Generally speaking, it is not as good as Taoism. However, Buddhism has a Buddha master, which is much better than Confucianism, which is leaderless.

However, Xie Linyuan still added: "As for the various Confucian techniques, after all, I still know a little bit about the origins of my family. It's just that as a 'Sheng Wuyou', I shouldn't use them rashly."

Qi Xuansu understood. Xie Linyuan's situation was somewhat similar to having two inheritances, or one and a half inheritances, one was the earthly immortal inheritance of the Taoist sect, and the other half was the inheritance of the Confucian sect. This may be the reason why Xie Linyuan was trapped in the creation stage. , after all, miscellaneous but not refined.

Common sense is not the truth. There are always people in the world who do not act according to common sense. No matter how difficult it is, there are always people who have to give it a try. It is said that it is very difficult to change the inheritance, but Tantaiyun changed it, and he changed it more than once. It can be called back and forth. It’s not just the immortals who can possess multiple inheritances the day after tomorrow. It’s not necessarily impossible for someone to use their own talents to forcibly practice two major inheritances. For example, the legendary Wu Yang can be a warrior and an alchemist. Miraculous.

In fact, the Exalted Immortal himself is a special Qi Refiner who draws on the strengths of various schools. Otherwise, there are three levels of Qi Refiners. The upper-level Qi Refiner is the Exorcist Immortal, the lower Qi Refiner is the Sanren, and the intermediate Qi Refiner is the Sanren. Qi master.

But it's a pity that Qi Xuansu is not such a gifted person. The reason why he can hold multiple inheritances is because of the "Heart of Immortality Stone" and "Xuanyu". He still knows how to convert inheritances, but he still doesn't know. The reason for this is that if you have to rely on yourself to practice both, you may still be an acquired talent at this time.

From this point of view, Xie Linyuan is indeed extremely talented.

Xie Linyuan suddenly said: "What is your identity? Can you tell me?"

Qi Xuansu thought that when he met Xie Linyuan in the future, he could not use his identity as "Jin Cuodao". In addition, Qingpinghui and Qiniang were among them to guarantee it, so he took off the bronze mask and "white fox face" on his face, revealing his true face: "Qi Xuansu has met Mr. Xie."

Xie Linyuan was startled, then smiled and said: "It turns out to be Chief Qi, who has become famous recently."