Prince Yan...
Li Yan I didn't expect to see the prince so soon.
No matter where the intelligence came from, they all told him that there were two major troubles in the capital.
The first is the dispute between Open Sea Faction and Native Faction, which involves the life and death of many Lineage and affects the future direction of Divine Land.
The second is the dispute over the prince, which has always been a source of turmoil.
There are three princes who have the chance to inherit the throne.
The first is Crown Prince Xiao Jingheng, who has the title of Zhao De, is kind and elegant, and has outstanding literary talent.
He was generous to others and was deeply supported by Confucianism scribes. He was considered a benevolent choice, but he had big flaws.
When the prince was born, the emperor Xiao Qixuan was planning a palace coup to purge the queen's relatives. The queen was frightened and gave birth prematurely. As a result, the prince was frail and sick since he was a child. Fortunately, many famous doctors rescued him and pulled him out of hell several times.
Even now, I am still in poor health and have a somewhat weak personality.
It is said that the butt determines the head.
The emperor is now the dominant one, so much so that the ministers dare not move, and they are eager to have someone to talk to him.
But Emperor Xiao Qixuan was worried that the prince would inherit the throne and be manipulated by his officials.
Because of this, the matter of establishing a heir was put on hold until the emperor fell seriously ill last year.
But now even if the reserve is established, the coffin has not been finalized yet.
Prince Lingshou Xiao Jingming, has shown amazing wisdom since he was a child, can handle both big and small matters in an orderly manner, and can balance the relationship between all parties. He is quite like a wise king, and is most loved by the emperor.
But her mother is from the Former Dynasty Da Xing royal family. If she inherits the throne, other royal families will not agree.
Then there is Prince Yan, who has the title Prince Jinghai. He has been very brave since he was a child, and his mother's family is also a noble person who assisted the emperor in ascending the throne. He is informal and enterprising. If he ascends to the throne, no matter Native Faction or Open Sea Faction, he can accept it.
But his weakness is that he is irritable and irritable, and is not welcomed by civil servants.
In short, the matter has become taboo.
Li Yan was silent for a while, then put down the teacup, "Didn't anyone remind this Prince Yan?"
Su Yu smiled and asked, "Why do you need to remind me?"
"Ordinary people don't know, but Young Hero Li should know that it is no secret that there is an earthly immortal hidden in Xuanmen."
"Cultivation in the mountains seems to be a renunciation, but it is just a self-imprisonment in the world. I long for the prosperity of the world and want to find an opportunity to break the situation. The best way is to enter the palace of the princes and ministers, and borrow the incense of the world and the protection of the dynasty."
As he spoke, he joked, "Prince Ying's Estate, wasn't it just the young hero who caught him?"
"Senior knows a lot."
Li Yan took a deep glance and stopped dwelling on the matter.
In fact, he has already noticed it.
With the changes in Human Path and the turmoil in the Great Luo Dharma Realm, many immortals are bound to emerge.
But the general trend is like a tide, life and death are unpredictable, and you will eventually have to pay the price for your choices.
The most important thing now is to find a way to enter "Nine Gates Yin Ruins".
Thinking of this, Li Yan picked up the tea cup, lowered his head to taste it, and said calmly, "Cooperation is okay, but you have to choose."
"That's natural."
Su Yu's eyes lit up and he leaned forward, "Twelve Yuan Chen's sign has been launched. Naturally, I, Golden Swallow Gate, will not taint your reputation. We will screen who can accept jobs and who can meet. Of course, in the end, it is up to you to decide."
Then he laughed and said, "To be honest, the more picky you are, the better it will be for us."
Li Yan nodded, "Our enemies are very dangerous. If they betray..."
"Is it 'Jianmu'?"
Su Yu looked calm, "Although those monsters are scary, trying to overthrow Divine Land is going against everyone. To put it bluntly, Golden Swallow Gate is a bunch of weak women. They would rather be dogs in a prosperous age than people in troubled times. They still understand the truth. Don't worry, sir."
Li Yan After hearing this, it is not surprising.
Since the First World War in Chengdu, some things are no longer a secret.
Based on the intelligence of Golden Swallow Gate in the capital, it is not unusual to find Jianmu.
"Also."
Li Yan put down the teacup and stared into the other person's eyes, "I have something to do and I need your information."
Su Yu raised his hand, "Master, please speak."
Li Yan said in a deep voice, "Do you know 'Nine Gates Yin Ruins'?"
Su Yu's hands froze, and his beautiful eyebrows frowned slightly, "Sir, that is not a kind place, it will cause big trouble."
Li Yan looked into the other person's eyes and said, "If he was afraid of trouble, Twelve Yuan Chen wouldn't be where he is today."
Su Yu was silent for a moment, took off the jade pendant from his waist, and said calmly, "Zi Hour, take this jade pendant to the back alley of 'Tuer Ye Temple' tomorrow night. Someone will tell the young master then, they are also Daoist friends who are cooperating with us."
"But the ugly thing was earlier. It was managed by the Court of the Imperial Clan, and if I was not careful, I would confiscate the family and exterminate the entire family. Neither I, Golden Swallow Gate, nor that Daoist friend knew anything about this."
"Don't worry, I understand the rules!"
Li Yan showed a smile on his face, took the jade pendant and left with fists in his hands.
"I'll see you off, young master."
Su Yu got up and sent him out of Suyuan. When he came back, there was one more person in the room.
She was a little girl, about four or five years old. She was dressed in palace attire and was sitting on her knees drinking tea. Although her skin was made of powder and jade, like a porcelain doll, she didn't have the innocence of a child at all. Instead, she had a stern face and a straight back, giving her a certain air of grace.
"People are gone?"
"Go back to Old Ancestor and leave."
Hearing Su Yu's answer, the little girl breathed a sigh of relief, shook her head and said, "It's really unusual. I have been in the capital for so long, and Living Underworld Messenger has seen a few of them. He is the first one to notice my aura. This kid must have a secret."
Su Yu was silent for a moment, "Old Ancestor, this person is dangerous and has a grudge against Jianmu. Why should we cooperate with him?"
"What do you know?"
The little girl said solemnly, "A hundred years ago, this kind of disaster would have been avoided, but it is different now. When the tide comes, will it be safe for me to wait on the shore?"
Su Yu shook his head, "How can I not get my shoes wet if I often walk by the river? Is this person different?"
The little girl was silent for a moment, "Not only is he Living Underworld Messenger, he also has the position of Heavenly Official. Daluo Divine Ability is also different from ordinary people. Only those in the legal world can do this kind of thing. The information in Chengdu also mentioned that this person is acquainted with Erlang Zhenjun."
"Maybe he is the man operating the boat..."
By the time Li Yan returned to Rouyuan Posthouse, it was already midnight.
What Su Yuan and his party saw would naturally not be hidden from everyone.
Wang Dao Xuan After listening, his eyes were full of worry, "This trip is still a bit dangerous."
"Yan XiaoGe You are at the fourth level of Daoism. With the help of the magic circle, you can barely Yin Soul travel, but Divine Soul is still unstable. Without the protection of the physical body, you are like a wandering ghost. You can't stand the strong wind, you can't hold the magic circle, and you have to enter that dangerous place..."
"Forget it!"
Sha LiFei also advised, "Damn it, the imperial court is still covering up the mess it made and refused to show it to anyone. Even if there is any disaster, they will be responsible for it. Yan XiaoGe, why take the risk?"
"This matter is not that simple."
Li Yan was silent for a moment, "There will be many dangers in the future, and we cannot retreat."
To be honest, he already felt the danger.
Human Path changes are fierce, more and more earthly immortals will appear, and it may not be safe to summon the soldiers and horses of the Yin Division.
Just like Kong Hui, his physical skills can directly crush him, and his Daoist skills must also be good.
What's even more troublesome is that the opponent must have the "Emperor's Forgiveness Sutra" on his body, which can resist the capture of the underworld soldiers. Taking advantage of this gap, there is a complete chance to kill him.
She showed up brazenly last night, obviously intent on murdering him, and prepared to lure him away, but was frightened away by numerous muskets.
In the capital, there is an even more mysterious Zhao Qingxu who has not yet appeared.
The best way is to strike first and gain the upper hand.
Seeing the worried eyes of everyone, Li Yan said in a deep voice, "I have made up my mind, brothers, there is no need to persuade, and I still need your help in this matter."
"I'm going to investigate 'Nine Gates Yin Ruins'. I can't be discovered by the Court of the Imperial Clan. You guys need to help me cover it up..."
"The person leading the way tomorrow night also needs to be careful. San Er is in charge of surveillance. The Daoist priest has set up an altar nearby. My body will be guarded by you. If you find something wrong, use spiritualism to call me back..."
"Others are responsible for coordination, just in case..."
Kong Shangzhao has left with Luo MingZi. Although Zhao the Donkey is not a member of Twelve Yuan Chen, he is also listening. Hearing this, he immediately said in a dull voice, "Brother Li, my husband and I will also go tomorrow night. If anyone touches your body, they can only walk over my body."
"No, it's not safe if there are too many people."
Li Yan shook his head slightly, "There is something I need you to do, brother."
"Then Fatty Lin is also Treasure Hunter. Now he is following Jiuling and is responsible for preparing Qiankun Academy. There is a lot of information on Heavenly Spiritual Treasure from all over the country. You will go to Fatty Lin tomorrow to help me find a treasure?"
"What do you need?" Zhao the Donkey didn't waste any words.
Li Yan said in a deep voice, "If you want the kind that contains powerful vitality, no matter how much money you spend, intercept it first!"
After the battle in Chengdu, he had extinguished his soul fire.
Through training and fighting along the way, Great Luo Dharma Body has been scarred.
Must find the right Heavenly Spiritual Treasure patch as soon as possible...
The next day, the sky was overcast and it started to rain lightly.
Just after Grain Rain and approaching the beginning of summer, a little bit of dryness and heat arose, but it was also extinguished by the rain.
Because of climate change, people actually have a feeling of autumn.
The raindrops are dense and weave diagonally all over the long street.
At this time in previous years, catkins would have covered the city with flying snow, but now due to the lingering force of the late spring cold, the new green branches curled up and were washed shiny by the cold rain.
Just after dawn, Zhao the Donkey put on Straw Cape and left the city.
The address of the Qiankun Academy is not in the capital, but the same as the newly built Divine Mechanism Camp, both in the eastern suburbs.
There are heavy soldiers guarding the place, Daoist masters are stationed there, the surroundings are tight, and the inspections are strict.
Even if there is a warrant, it will take two days for Zhao the Donkey to go back and forth.
As for everyone else, they all stay in Rouyuan Posthouse.
Prince Ying's Estate and "Pan Peach Gathering" were destroyed, and "Iron Anchor Society" and Branch Hall were taken away, causing rumors to spread in the capital city. Imperial Court officials were even more in danger. In addition, Five Camps of Soldiers and Horses and Imperial Guards were patrolling everywhere, and all the city foxes and social rats became honest.
As for Kong Hui, he disappeared again after that night.
Luo MingZi was busy interrogating and investigating the case, and no one disturbed him all day long.
Unconsciously, night fell again.
Li Yan and others were all ready, and when it was late at night, they climbed over the wall one after another.
Beijing Tuer Ye Temple is adjacent to Eastern Peak Temple and located on the outer north side of Chaoyang Gate.
Everyone dodged the patrolling soldiers along the way, and as soon as they got out of Chaoyang Gate, they scattered one after another.
Wang Dao Xuan came to the yard that was rented in advance during the day, and took Long Yan'er and Wu Ba to set up an altar...
Sha LiFei found a nearby high point, set up Divine Firearm, and put on the Heavenly Spiritual Treasure cassock that could hide the breath...
As for Lu San, it summoned Falcon Li Dong to hover in the night sky, and also summoned rats to scatter everywhere...
After everyone was ready, Li Yan strode to the back alley of "Tuer Ye Temple".
At this time, Zi Hour is not yet reached, and Tuer Ye Temple is empty.
Li Yan was not in a hurry, holding Severing Dust Blade with his eyes closed and waiting.
Bang~Bang Bang~
"Midnight Zi Hour, fire prevention and theft prevention."
The sound of a watchman came from a distance, and then Li Yan smelled a rancid smell.
He opened his eyes and saw a person walking slowly from the depths of the dark alley.
This is Old Beggar, a man with sores on his face and ragged clothes.
His hair was disheveled, dirt formed ravines on his face, and he opened his mouth with big yellow teeth, "Token!"
Li Yan Without saying a word, he took out the jade pendant from his arms and threw it over.
The beggar hooked his bamboo stick and the jade pendant fell into his hand. After looking at it carefully for a few times, he glanced sideways at Li Yan and said, "'Nine Gates Yin Ruins' is not a good place. Why are you going in there?"
Li Yan frowned slightly, "You talk too much."
This Human Path is a bit worse than him, that is, Third Floor, he should be from a side sect, and he can be considered a stranger in the world.
But no matter what his identity is, Su Yu must have paid enough.
It is a basic rule to take money to do things without asking the root cause.
"Bang!"
Old Beggar spat disdainfully, "Boy, I am a troubled man who has been wandering around for half my life. I have seen both bad and good people. Whether you kill people, set fires, or act chivalrously, it has nothing to do with me. But that place is unusual and there are many taboos."
"If you want to go deep into it and explore the dragon veins of the imperial court, you are seeking death. I will only say so clearly."
"If you want to see something and get some benefits, tell me the taboos and methods one by one."
Li Yan narrowed his eyes slightly, "Check the case and find someone."
"Looking for someone?"
Old Beggar got angry and said, "There are monsters, gods, and ghosts there, but there are no living people."
"That's all. I'm going to suffer a little loss today. I'll tell you in detail."
As he spoke, his expression became solemn, "There are three taboos when entering Nine Gates Yin Ruins."
"That is a Xuanmen forbidden area designated by the imperial court. Ordinary people cannot see it, but every Three Religions, there will be City God patrolling the streets. Once Yin Soul is found traveling, they will be killed directly., The Nine Gates City God are connected to the Sheji Formation. Even if the gods descend to earth, they cannot avoid the 'True Martial Demon-Slaying Sword' on top of Hall of Prudence, so don't waste your time..."
"If you want to enter 'Nine Gates Yin Ruins', you must follow the gas thief. He follows the watchman and circles along the nine gates. If you don't find the gas thief, no matter what calls you, you cannot agree..."
"When you enter 'Nine Gates Yin Ruins', you can only follow the god of 'Tuer Ye'. This is the only good god in it and will not embarrass you, but other things may not be the same. If you pass Zi Hour and you are still trapped..."
"Once it gets light, you'll never come out again!"
"That's all I have to say, so you can do what you want!"
After saying that, he cupped his hands and turned to leave.
Looking at the limping figure of the other party, Li Yan narrowed his eyes slightly and said, "Senior, can you please leave a name? I may ask for advice in the future."
He had a feeling that the identity of Old Beggar was by no means simple.
Mystic Sacrificial Official doesn't want to come into contact with a place like "Nine Gates Yin Ruins", but the other party seems to come in often.
"I won't mention my past names."
Old Beggar didn't look back, "Just call me 'Jingcheng Old Ghost'."
As he spoke, the person disappeared, as if melting into the darkness...