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Zhao Zhu and He Lianyu chatted about treasures.

Yu Tianyi's matter has been resolved, and the memorial to Emperor Taijia has been written and reported. There is no need for him to stay in Jingzhao Mansion. Next, it is time to pay attention to the treasure map.

The matter of the treasure was unusual, Emperor Taijia also asked him to pay more attention before, it would be better if he could find out.So Zhao Zhu had already cast a wider net and sent countless people to investigate all over the country.

It's a pity that there are very few responses.

It turned out that not many people knew about this matter, and it was only because he was involved in it all the way that he felt that the situation was great.

However, according to various rumors and clues, it is speculated that this treasure is probably related to the Nanzhao Princess Yi.

When Princess Yi left the palace, Xu Zhen accidentally brought out the treasure of the country, but he didn't check it at the time, but it was too late when he found out.There is nowhere to return when the country is ruined and the family is dead, and she also knows the revelation of the dying intention of the national teacher, so she carefully protects the treasure in her hand, and dare not be careless for a moment.Even at the end of her life, she still tried her best to build several fake tombs to divert her attention, and secretly hid the real treasures. In order to prevent the treasures from being lost, she divided the map into several parts and spread them out in the treasure chests. There is a method of blood verification at the entrance. Only those who have her blood can collect all the maps and use blood to open the way to get the treasure, otherwise they will surely die.

The fairy lotus appears, and the prosperous age begins.Zhao Zhu thought that the big head in the real treasure must be this fairy lotus.But no one in power would not want auspicious omens, especially if this thing is convincing and there is something to check.Foreigners will be bold enough to come and intervene, and they should also want this thing.

And He Lianyu made it clear that what he wanted was not Xianlian, and the cooperation between the two was so harmonious.

However, considering all the information, I still don't know how many maps there are and where they are.But recently, the limelight in the arena, especially the news about the active activities of foreigners, mentioned a place-Xijing.

Xijing is going to hold a treasure appreciating conference recently, but the organizer is not an official or a businessman, but the Baibaolou, which specializes in selling stolen goods.

Zhao Zhu felt that this was an excellent opportunity. If he was lucky, he would get news of the treasure map. Even if he didn't get it, he could take this opportunity to clean up those foreigners.

There are mice jumping around in his house, no matter how he thinks about it, he doesn't feel comfortable. He has to let these mice know that if they dare to stretch out their claws, they must be prepared to die.

So he brought this matter up to discuss with He Lianyu.

He Lianyu had no objection, "The treasure hunt is uncertain and unpredictable, and it will take a long time. As long as there is a clue, you can try it."

It's just that there will be all kinds of dangerous people in the underworld business in the Jianghu Treasure Appreciation Conference. As King Ping who has won countless battles, Zhao Zhu is naturally not afraid, but it is good to plan to cooperate more, so he discussed with He Lianyu Various feasibility plans.

The two sides chatted for a while, and they were no longer as excited as they were when they heard the confession. When the weather didn't seem to be so hot, they gathered and went back to the inn.

On the way back, Zhao Zhu proposed to leave.

Shen Wansha was not reconciled, the Chef King Competition will start tomorrow, and the Kao Competition will follow!

Lu Li was noncommittal, "It's not right to leave, Lord Fuyin hasn't gone yet... Why don't you wait a little longer?"

Jingzhao is not very far from Xijing, and the treasure appreciation conference will not start for some time, so it is not particularly urgent.Zhao Zhu and He Lianyu looked at each other, and temporarily stopped talking.

Mao San made a confession and went to court to be convicted. Mr. Fu Yin finally freed up time.The bronzing invitation was sent to the inn, and Fu Yin said that he held a banquet in his own home and invited Lu Li and Shen Wansha and his party, with a very sincere attitude.

How could Lu Li and the others be unwilling? They prepared the presents early, tidied up carefully that day, and went to the banquet in a refreshed manner.

Jingzhao Mansion Yin's surname is Chi, and his name is Xiu. He is an elegant literati in his prime.Tall and tall, with a beard under his jaw, he often wears a smile on his face, giving people a feeling of spring breeze, very kind.

He first expressed his gratitude to Lu Li and Shen Wansha sincerely.Speaking of the previous case of Yu Fu Zhenyue's death, and the serial case of decapitated corpses, without their help, I'm afraid it would not have gone so smoothly.Afterwards, they warmly entertained the group, and played a little wine order during the banquet. The atmosphere is light and not rigid, and it will not make people feel boring.

It wasn't until the banquet was over that someone from the mansion came to invite him for something, so Chi Xiucai bowed his hands and left the banquet temporarily in annoyance.But when he left the table, he asked his sons to entertain a few guests and promised to come back later.

Because Shen Wansha came from the Shen family in Shangjing, his identity was not deliberately concealed after the Zhenyue case, and Chi Xiu took great care of him. Shen Wansha dragged He Lianyu, and the eldest son of the governor himself took him to play in the garden. good.

This time, Yu Zhi also brought Wang Liang to the banquet, and kept dragging Lu Li to discuss the knowledge of Wu's autopsy.Lu Li is also very interested in ancient skills that he doesn't know much about, so it is naturally very pleasant to communicate with him.

Zhao Zhu, who was temporarily forgotten, had to find something to do by himself.

After all, Yu Zhi was old and lacked energy. After a heated chat, he felt that there were a lot of things to sort out and think about, so he immediately stopped the topic, dragged Wang Liang to another place, and the two masters and apprentices faced each other to study and discuss in detail.

There was no one around, Lu Li was going to find Zhao Zhu or Shen Wansha, but he didn't want to swindle and run into Chi Xiu who came back after finishing the matter.Seeing that the timing was just right, Chi Xiu took him to sit aside and chatted about pushing the case.

He didn't pay much attention to the matter of the autopsy, because he specialized in surgery, and this matter was his expertise.One way to deduce a case is to deduce officials, and sometimes even governors who need to deal with crimes need to know the knowledge.

Those who sit in the position of Fu Yin are not mediocre. Chi Xiu has read poetry and books and thinks he has something in his belly, but he still feels very novel about Lu Li's deduction method. He has never seen it before. He has a chance. , how can I let it go?

Lu Li didn't hide his secrets, and answered Chi Xiu's questions seriously, and gave reasonable suggestions and reminders.

Chi Xiu's eyes lit up, and he even forgot the prefect's reserve, and excitedly held Lu Li's hand. After talking for a while, he felt that he had found a year-end friend!

Sometimes, interpersonal communication is just so unbelievable. When we meet for the first time, we are unfamiliar and unfamiliar. After chatting, we find that there are many common topics, and we quickly become friends.Lu Li also finds it very strange, and he is not the same as the people here, he has obvious awe and fear for the superiors, as a commoner, when he sees a fourth-rank official, he is not inferior, not cowardly, generous, eloquent and eloquent. talk.

How could Chi Xiu not appreciate it!

The topics of the two quickly unfolded, from discussing the case to talking about the broader people's livelihood, and there are all kinds of things in the world.Seeing how satisfied Lu Li was, Chi Xiu finally sighed, "It would be great if I had a daughter."

Lu Li didn't understand, "Huh?"

"If I have a daughter, I can marry you." Chi Xiu was very distressed, "It's a pity that my wife gave me four sons, but not a single daughter!"

"Blessed are many sons. Your lord has successors. You should be comforted." Lu Li blushed slightly, but remained calm. uncertain."

Chi Xiu took a sip of tea and almost spit it out, put down the teacup and laughed loudly, "You, you look serious and stable, but you are actually a curious boy! But dare to make such a joke with me—" Chi Xiu first scowled , and then grinned again, "How courageous! Hahahaha!"

Seeing the harmonious atmosphere, Lu Li twitched his brows, suddenly remembered something, but hesitated.

Chi Xiu has had many years of ups and downs in the officialdom, and he is the best at observing words and expressions. Even though Lu Li's expression changes very briefly, he can still tell, "Speak up if you have something to say, there is no need to hide between you and me."

Lu Li clasped his hands together subconsciously, "It's not a big deal. My lord knows, I'm a coroner, and I only wear a wooden badge issued by the magistrate of Guan County. To help the government solve the case, but sometimes, the signs issued by the small county...some people don't trust them. If you don't mind, maybe you can make a certificate for me?"

He looked at Chi Xiu, and his voice was a little anxious, "You don't need to bother too much, as long as you agree with my autopsy in the Zhenyue case and the beheading case."

"Is this worth embarrassing for you?" Chi Xiu smiled, "I'll get you a copy right away, stamped with my personal seal!" After speaking, he sighed again, "I said you were bold, but now you're humble again .Your ability is enough to stand on the top of the peak and look at others with a smile. You should be confident and show off. Why do you need to be so cautious? Young people, don't lose your spirit."

Lu Li was taught and bowed his hands in salute.

The two chatted for a long time, until everyone found them.Everyone had a lively gathering for a while before they all said their goodbyes and left.

Before Lu Li and the others left, Chi Xiu asked someone to bring a small box and handed it to him.Lu Li was puzzled, "What is this?"

"A reward for silver." Chi Xiu looked at Lu Li with a smile. The more he looked at it, the more he felt that the young man was born well and talented, and it was a pity not to have a daughter. Got it. In this case, you have contributed the most, so there is a reward for you."

Lu Li opened the wooden box, only to see the golden light inside, neat rows of gold!

This is really... there is no way to refuse!Lu Li's eyes lit up subconsciously, and he stretched out his hand to caress, "... Could it be something bad? Captain Wei and the others..."

"When it comes to rewarding meritorious deeds, everyone has a share. All of you are here." Chi Xiu stroked his beard. People in the officialdom want merit, and gold and silver are trivial matters. The subordinates don't mind it , Wei Butou didn't even take it, but pushed them all over.

Lu Li was relieved now, immediately put away the wooden box, and thanked with a smile, "Thank you, sir."

Shen Wansha has always liked gold, so he also squinted his eyes with a smile, throwing a wink at Lu Li.Lu Li caught it with his expression unchanged, and prepared to go back to the inn with the box in his arms.

Zhao Zhu was very dissatisfied, just a few gold nuggets are worth being happy, I have a lot of them!From now on it's all yours!

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The Chef King Competition started for five days, and the Kao Competition started for two days. When Shen Wansha dragged Lu Li to play happily, Lu Li received two letters.One copy came from Chengdu Mansion, besides greetings from friends, there were also directions he wanted.

The other one is from Shangjing. Mrs. Bai has already settled down in Shangjing with her family and invited him to come and play when he has time.With the letter, she also wrote some feedback from her old friend, his mother Miao Hongxiao.One of the most important ones, Mrs. Bai said that on the way to Beijing, she ran into Miao Hongxiao's best friend, Lan Xin.She mentioned Lu Li to Lan Xin, and asked if it was convenient for Fang to come to visit, Lan Xin said yes.

Mrs. Bai said in the letter that Lan Xin has a weird temper, and she can't try too much, so she can only help Lu Li get a chance to meet.Lan Xin and Miao Hongxiao are close friends in the boudoir, they often play together, no matter whether there are any clues to help Miao Hongxiao's death, for Lu Li who knows little about his mother, seeing each other will not be useless.

Lanxin's address and current family profile are attached to the letter.Because they met by chance while on the road, and the time was too tight, Mrs. Bai could get limited information, so she asked Lu Li to check carefully when he got there.

When Lu Li saw the letter, he immediately stood up excitedly, his eyes flickered for a moment, then he moved and ran out, and found Zhao Zhu, Shen Wansha, and Lian Yu who were sitting at the table waiting for dinner, his eyes sparkled, "I want to go to Xijing! "

He Lianyu immediately looked at Zhao Zhu.At that time, when Zhao Zhu proposed to leave, he didn't seem to say that he was going to Xijing. Could it be that he told Lu Li in private?

Zhao Zhu shook his head. At that time, he felt that time was not in a hurry, so he didn't say... So what's going on?

Shen Wansha was even more confused, "...Didn't we agree to go to the flower market to buy Epiphyllum tomorrow?"

Lu Li was so excited that he couldn't speak for a while, so he handed the letter to Shen Wansha to read.

Shen Wansha patted the table after seeing it, "We are indeed going to Xijing!" Although having fun is very important, it is more important for friends to find their mothers!Xiao Lizi lost her mother when she was five or six years old, and she couldn't even find the bones. She wholeheartedly searched for relevant clues. Now that there is news, she must cooperate, not only to cooperate, but also to help!

Lu Li held Shen Wansha's hand, with a guilty expression on his face, "But you want to see flowers here..." He was a little confused.

"That's okay, the young master is rich, you can have whatever you want, it's not a matter of looking at flowers, it's a matter of blooming with you, understand?" Shen Wansha patted his chest triumphantly.

Lu Li still felt sorry.

Zhao Zhu interjected coolly, "Xijing will hold a treasure appreciation conference recently." Shen Wansha, whom he wanted to attract, was more interested, so that Lu Li was not so sorry.

He Lianyu also felt sorry for Shen Wansha, so he narrated the treasure appreciation meeting in detail, his voice was cadenced, and his words were not too gorgeous, but he painted a very beautiful picture.

It is dark, mysterious and exciting, and ordinary people can't get in.That is treasure appreciation, each treasure is of course priceless, and the variety is different.There may be extravagant things, there may be exotic flowers and plants, and there may be many good things that have never been seen before... Maybe there will be a lot of gold!

Shen Wansha's eyes immediately seemed to be filled with gold ingots, and he held his face in both hands, his cheeks were flushed, and his expression was extremely dreamy.He loves to spend money, make money, and enjoy himself. His vision is not ordinary, and of course he likes babies!Not to mention that there may be a golden glow that he has never seen before!

Young master Shen Wansha immediately slapped the table proudly, "Since the treasure appreciation conference is held, I just want to sell it. When there is a golden treasure, no one can compete with the young master!"

Lu Li didn't know whether to laugh or cry, the young master actually cared about this the most...

Zhao Zhu rolled his eyes.

He Lianyu agreed, "Well, none of us like gold."

"I know, you like silver." Shen Wansha looked at him contemptuously, no wonder picking stars is so cheap, gold is expensive and silver is cheap!

He Lianyu seemed to have read the deep meaning in Shen Wansha's eyes, and his face turned dark.

Shen Wansha laughed at him again, "You are a thief, you must like the treasure appreciation conference more, right? It's a pity, when the time comes, the Baibaolou will be carefully guarded, and there will be a lot of experts, so you can't even steal it!"

Helian Yu's face turned even darker.

Zhao Zhu made a puff, and unkindly sprayed the tea...

So that's the itinerary.

Several people are very active people. Now that the itinerary is fixed, there is no need to miss it. They quickly packed their luggage and set off on a slightly cloudy and not very hot morning.

It's just that traveling in summer is still very hard, and the few people are not in a hurry. In order to avoid the heat from hurting their bodies, they all go on the road in the morning and afternoon when it is not hot, and find a place to rest at noon.

Traveling is a bit boring, four people get together and can wipe cards for fun, when alone, there will be a lot of thoughts in the mind, usually put aside, don't think about it, it will always jump out.

For example... his thoughts on Zhao Zhu.

Sometimes Lu Li secretly looked at Zhao Zhu, and the more he looked at him, the more he liked him. He felt that Zhao Zhu's appearance was in his liking, there was nothing he didn't like about his eyebrows, eyes, nose, and mouth.Thinking back to the time when he met on the mountain by chance, he rescued Zhao Zhu home without any hesitation, was it because this person looked so right?

But after getting along with Mingming, seeing Zhao Zhu's temper, he hated it...

Why now?

But no matter what, it's enough to worry about these days. Now that I understand and make up my mind, a man should go forward bravely!

Lu Li decided that he wanted to confess his love!

But this kind of thing...he has never done it before, it is a bit hypocritical.Although Zhao Zhu indicated that he likes men, he doesn't necessarily like him, because he tried it before, and Zhao Zhu made it clear: he doesn't like him.

Admitting that I am bent, and bravely facing the matter in my heart, is very handsome.But if the confession was unsuccessful, people told him to go away...it was too sad.

Lu Li thought about it for two days, and decided to learn from his friends. Although the friends are naive, unlike experienced people, they may not have perfect advice, but it is absolutely possible to give some courage and support!

He knew that Zhao Zhu was very skilled in martial arts, so he deliberately chose the opportunity when Zhao Zhu was out on business and was away, and told Shen Wansha about it—because it would be very embarrassing if the person involved heard it!

Lu Li started the topic very straightforwardly. He sat in front of Shen Wansha and said directly, "I like Zhao Zhu and want to confess to him. What do you think?"

With a shake of Shen Wansha's paw, the teacup he was holding fell straight down, and fell upside down on the big white head. The puppy's face was drenched with water, which was very miserable.

Dabai was very angry and couldn't forgive the stupid young master's behavior. He pulled Shen Wansha's clothes with his paws and barked.

At that time, there was a wind blowing, and the leaves rustled outside the window, like the sound of continuous spring rain, which was very pleasant.

Shen Wansha opened his eyes wide, and in the background of Dabai's barking, he looked at his little friend with a very complicated expression, "You... say it again?" His face was full of disbelief.

Lu Li smiled slightly, and repeated it very calmly, "I'm in love with Zhao Zhu, and I want to confess to him, what do you think?"

Shen Wansha was completely dumbfounded.

How could my little friend have such a cruel idea!

In fact, he had thought that such a day would come.King Ping is not a fuel-efficient lamp. He is powerful and has outrageous cruel strength. Basically, it is impossible to fail in whatever he wants to do.And the two are married.And Lu Li didn't seem to have no feelings for Ping Wang.

But in his imagination, it should be King Ping pestering him in every possible way, trying every means to please his little friend, who ignores all kinds of noble and indifferent, let him perform on the mountain of knives and under the sea of ​​fire, and still stand on the sidelines until King Ping suffers and suffers so much. With trauma all over his body, he reluctantly agrees...

This is the correct way!This is normal!Why do you guys have to stand up and confess!Wouldn't this make King Ping take advantage of it, and he hasn't had a good time yet!

He really wants to see that person who hates the prince being abused, I believe everyone in Shangjing, no, everyone in Daxia wants to watch it!Why not give it a chance!

Shen Wansha couldn't blink his eyes in shock, and said in a difficult voice, "Would you... think about it again?"

Lu Li paused, then shook his head resolutely, "I've made up my mind, if I like it, I should confess."

No, you must think again!Shen Wansha's mind turned quickly, trying to think of a way to persuade Lu Li, "Look, this matter of love...uh...that... whoever falls in love first will suffer first! Yes, I read it in the story book, whoever falls in love first Falling in love with whoever suffers!"

Lu Li disagreed, "But I fell in love with him first, it's a fact, there's nothing to lose."

"Oh, it's not about the fact, it's about—"

"Woof!" Dabai was still pushing Shen Wansha.Shen Wansha was impatient, so he simply hugged Dabai up, patted its head, signaled it to be quiet, and then continued to persuade his little friend, "It means that this person doesn't cherish things that are too easy to get. For example, I bought them with money. Clothes, no matter how good-looking and fit my heart, I will get tired of wearing them for two days, and I don’t feel bad if I lose them. But if I make up my own mind, think about the style, choose fabrics, colors, and embroidery patterns, I will definitely not lose it in two days. If you lose it, you have to wear it for a season, and even keep it in the box and think about it and wear it again. Not to mention that my mother made it for me, even if it is not golden, I will not wear it or throw it away."

Lu Li burst out laughing, "It turns out that the young master designs and makes clothes by himself..."

"Oh, that's not the point!" Shen Wansha slapped the table anxiously, persuading her earnestly, "The point is that love is so beautiful and important, and it must not be hasty! You have to give it the best respect, and let the other person feel it. weight and temperature!"

Love is indeed the most beautiful thing in the world, and it deserves to be treated with caution.Lu Li stroked his chin, "That makes sense."

Shen Wansha gave himself a victory gesture in his heart, and continued to lobby, "So you can't confess your love hastily!"

"It's also..." Lu Li was a little distressed, "How can I confess that I'm not hasty?" Candlelight dinner?ring?No, that was a marriage proposal.Then—"Flower before the moon and under the moon, confess your love on a beautiful day?"

"No, you have to listen to me about this matter." Shen Wansha's eyes flickered, vowing to change the concept of his friends, his voice softened, and he followed the guidance, "In addition to having a lot of money, my family also has a lot of story books. My mother loves to read The love stories of gifted scholars and beautiful ladies are familiar to our ears and eyes, and the young master also knows a lot. Although he can't be called a master, he is better than you anyway."

He raised his chin arrogantly, with a confident expression of "you're good to learn a little bit" on his face!