Shadow Courier Station Reveals His Resolve

In fact, Liu Xu was not mistaken; Xu Bai did have ideas, but those ideas were not about the Sweeping Man.

He was interested in the identity of the Sweeping Man, but he was even more interested in the broom the Sweeping Man was holding.

The Sweeping Man had silently run from the first floor to the second floor, and Xu Bai, being on guard, naturally noticed the Sweeping Man in his hand.

The broom looked very ordinary, just the kind you use every day. It was old, and buying a new one wouldn't cost much.

But the same thing can have different values in the eyes of different people.

When Xu Bai first saw the broom, he noticed a golden progress bar in its place.

What is Xu Bai most concerned about? There's no need to ask; it's the progress bar, of course.

Therefore, even now, Xu Bai is still thinking about the golden progress bar and subconsciously ignores the identity of the Sweeping Man.

Everything has its order, and putting the golden progress bar first is Xu Bai's true intention.

"What do we do next?" Liu Xu asked.

After waiting for a long time, no one answered.

The alley was quiet and peaceful.

Xu Bai didn't answer because he was there to help, and it wasn't appropriate for him to take the lead. Besides, he was still eyeing the broom.

After a moment, Wu Hua said, "Let's go back first. I need to send a message to the Bureau of Surveillance. Things have gone beyond expectations and there may be unforeseen changes."

The Sweeping Man was exceptionally strong, yet he didn't pursue them, which was strange, but at least for now, they were safe.

In short, something unexpected has happened here, Wu Hua must hurry and pass the message on to the Bureau of Surveillance.

"Why don't you come back with us?" Liu Xu said to Xu Bai. "If something really happens, the three of us together can help each other out."

Given the strange events that have occurred today, the danger would be greatly increased if the three of them acted separately.

Just like in horror movies, those who go out alone always die the fastest.

Three people together can form a powerful fist; if they are separated, they will be defeated one by one. They are all smart people, so they can naturally figure out the best solution.

Xu Bai nodded.

This is a good opportunity for him to finish studying the Buddhist scriptures and then figure out how to get the broom.

After discussing their plan, the group didn't say much more and headed towards the Liu Residence under the cover of darkness.

Before long, they returned to the Liu Residence.

Xu Bai moved into Wu Hua's room and wrote a letter, asking Liu Xu to deliver it to the escort agency the next day.

The letter roughly stated that he would be away for a few days and that Liu Er would be in charge of the affairs at the escort agency.

After everything was finished, Xu Bai lay on the bed, holding a Buddhist scripture in his hand, and began to work on the progress bar.

The guest rooms at the Liu Residence were very large. Liu Xu took an extra set of bedding, Wu Hua volunteered to sleep on the floor.

In Wu Hua's words, he was the one who got involved in this matter, so he couldn't let Xu Bai sleep on the ground.

Xu Bai didn't hesitate and went to bed without any pretense.

As for why not open another room, it's late at night now, and opening another room would only cause unnecessary trouble, since there are many people in the Liu Residence.

After returning to his room, Wu Hua began writing with a brush, and soon he had written a long note.

"How do you plan to deliver the message?" Xu Bai asked without looking up from the Buddhist scriptures.

"Tomorrow, I will go to the Shadow Courier Station and have someone from Shadow Courier Station deliver the message," Wu Hua explained.

"Shadow Courier Station?" Xu Bai heard a new term and immediately became interested.

Judging from the name, it seems to mean post station.

But the addition of the word "yin" makes it seem extraordinary.

"Ordinary people use official post stations, while martial arts practitioners and others use Shadow Courier Station, so they don't interfere with each other," Wu Hua. "Shadow Courier Station can also transmit messages for the Bureau of Surveillance."

Xu Bai put his hand down and said thoughtfully, "His Majesty the Emperor is really willing to spend a lot of money."

Just from this explanation, he already roughly understood what it meant.

The so-called "Shadow Courier Station" is the complete opposite of the official post station, and it does not disturb ordinary people.

In Xu Bai's view, this was an extremely important measure.

For a country, post stations are also extremely important institutions.

Its main functions were to provide transportation and rest. Post stations were set up along major transportation routes to all parts of the country to provide food and lodging for traveling officials, as well as for messengers who delivered letters and official documents.

There are three types of relay stations: receiving and sending off envoys, reporting military intelligence, and transferring military supplies. Relay stations are also divided into three categories: relay stations, delivery stations, and express delivery stations.

The system was established starting in the Capital City and radiating outwards to all parts of the country; these were all officially established.

In particular, the relay stations played an indispensable role in transmitting military intelligence and maintaining stability.

Of course, all of these are related to official post stations.

What Xu Bai didn't expect was that the emperor had set up another Shadow Courier Station.

Don't underestimate this Shadow Courier Station; the manpower and resources it consumed are unimaginable, covering the entire Great Chu region. The emperor's ambition is truly remarkable.

"Your Majesty's boldness is truly unparalleled in my life." Wu Hua sighed, "My master once said that someone suggested that the expenses of the Shadow Courier Station were too high, but Your Majesty only said one sentence and silenced the people of the world."

"Oh?" Xu Bai asked with interest, "What did you say?"

"His Majesty said that if the order of the people under heaven is disrupted by martial artists because of a post station, then it is my fault," Wu Hua.

Xu Bai stroked his chin. "That's very true."

This emperor is quite interesting. He seems to have silenced public opinion, but in fact, he has also consolidated his power.

Shadow Courier Station not only maintained the safety and stability of the people, but also alleviated traffic congestion and provided a more convenient and smoother passage.

If things go smoothly, you can gain the upper hand over your enemy.

"Benefactor, would you like to study Buddhist scriptures for one night?" Wu Hua asked.

Xu Bai nodded.

He didn't like working on the progress bar at night because he needed to ensure his mental state was at its best at all times, but the situation was different now, as the Sweeping Man put some pressure on him.

"How about Wooden Fish the wooden fish for you, benefactor?" Wu Hua said with a smile.

It's rare to meet a person who has the same appetite and common hobbies, and is also a Jianghu person.

Although Wu Hua seemed to have many companions at the Vajra Temple, he had left the Vajra Temple long ago and worked under the Bureau of Surveillance, so he rarely encountered people like Xu Bai.

"Let's knock." Xu Bai thought that grinding the progress bar alone would be boring, and having some noise would be better.

Wu Hua stood up, took out Wooden Fish from the cabinet, and gently tapped it on the table.

The sound was lingering and full of Buddhist nature qualities, and when combined with the sandalwood incense burning in the room, it became even more enchanting.

Xu Bai listened to the sound of the Wooden Fish and continued reading the Buddhist scriptures.

The night grew colder.

Outside the Spring Rain Pavilion.

A man carrying a broom quietly walked out.