My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1315 Experience

In the prosperous Qingping Town, Zhou Xing is a well-known constable. He has a slender figure, sharp eyes, strong martial arts and a kind heart. He lost both his parents when he was young, but he maintains peace in the town with his persistence in justice and excellent skills. No matter whether it is a petty thief or a rampant ruffian, as long as he is targeted, he will never escape the law.

Ling Xue is the Chief Justice of the Ministry of Justice. She comes from a prominent family, has a beautiful appearance, elegant temperament, and heroic spirit. She is extremely intelligent, proficient in law, and good at finding clues from subtle details, solving countless difficult cases. Due to official duties, she often travels between various towns to supervise prisons and try cases.

One day, Zhou Xing was patrolling the market in Qingping Town when he saw a commotion in the crowd. It turned out that a scoundrel was molesting a decent woman. The woman was frightened and pale, and the people around her dared not say anything. Seeing this, Zhou Xing walked over quickly, grabbed the scoundrel's collar, and said sternly: "How dare you be so presumptuous in broad daylight? Come with me to the government office!" The scoundrel saw that it was Zhou Xing and secretly said in his heart, but still said stubbornly: "Humph, you are just a small constable, why do you arrest me!" Zhou Xing sneered, handcuffed his hands behind his back, and walked towards the government office with the cheers of the woman and the crowd.

It happened that Ling Xue was on a secret tour here under the order of the Ministry of Justice. When she saw Zhou Xing arresting the bully, she could not help but nod slightly, and she had some praise for this constable in her heart. After entering the government office, Zhou Xing escorted the rogue to the front of the hall and was about to interrogate him, but he learned that the imperial envoy of the Ministry of Justice was here. He hurriedly tidied his clothes and went forward to greet him. When Ling Xue took off her veil, Zhou Xing's eyes flashed with surprise, and Ling Xue also recognized the upright constable in front of her.

Ling Xue came here because of a series of bizarre thefts around Qingping Town. Precious belongings of many wealthy families were stolen one after another, but there was no trace of the crime at the scene. Although the local government tried its best to investigate, it had no clue. Ling Xue decided to investigate the case herself, and Zhou Xing naturally expressed his willingness to help.

The two began to visit the victims' homes and carefully inspected the scene. With his many years of experience as a detective, Zhou Xing discovered some details that are not easy for ordinary people to notice. For example, the slight scratches on the window seemed to be caused by some kind of tool; and the soil on the ground was slightly different from the soil in the town. Ling Xue started with the interpersonal relationships of the victims to check for possible traitors. She found that the housekeepers of several of the robbed families behaved suspiciously, their expenses suddenly increased recently, and they had secret dealings with some underworld figures.

After several days of in-depth investigation, they gradually locked onto a criminal gang. This gang used an abandoned old house outside the town as its base, and each member had a division of labor, some were responsible for lookout, some were good at unlocking, and some were responsible for selling stolen goods. After discussing with Ling Xue, Zhou Xing decided to catch the gang once and for all when they committed a crime again.

Finally, on a dark and windy night, the gang really went out. They quietly sneaked into the house of a wealthy businessman. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue, who had been lying in ambush, led the officials to attack quickly. Zhou Xing was like a tiger descending from the mountain, and he fought fiercely with the bandits. His long sword flashed coldly in the night, and his moves were sharp, and he quickly subdued several bandits. Ling Xue commanded the officials to surround other criminals. She was calm and composed, and gave orders in an orderly manner. However, the leader of the gang was very cunning. Seeing that the situation was not good, he tried to escape. How could Zhou Xing let him succeed, and chased him relentlessly. The two started a fierce chase in the garden of the ancient house.

During the chase, Zhou Xing discovered that the leader was very familiar with the terrain of the ancient house, as if there was some kind of secret passage. He became suspicious and carefully observed the surrounding environment while chasing. Suddenly, the leader disappeared in a bush of flowers. Zhou Xing went forward to search, but found a hidden cave. He went in without hesitation. The cave was dark and damp, and filled with a pungent smell. He groped forward carefully and finally found the leader in the depths. The two fought again, and Zhou Xing gradually gained the upper hand with his tenacious perseverance and superb martial arts. Just when he was about to capture the leader alive, he found that the leader was holding a strange box in his hand, as if he wanted to die together.

Zhou Xing was quick-witted and kicked the box away, subduing the leader at the same time. He opened the box and found a detailed theft plan and evidence of crimes of some important people. It turned out that this gang was not only after money, but also hired by some dignitaries to create chaos and overthrow the court. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue realized the seriousness of the matter, and they decided to take the evidence back to the capital and present it to the emperor.

After returning to the capital, Ling Xue reported the whole story of the case to the emperor in detail. The emperor was very pleased and highly praised Zhou Xing's bravery and Ling Xue's wisdom. He awarded Zhou Xing the title of "Imperial Constable" and a reward of 100 taels of gold. Zhou Xing became a celebrity in the capital for a while, but he did not become proud and complacent. He knew that his achievements today were inseparable from Ling Xue's help and trust.

As they get along, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue gradually develop feelings for each other. They work on cases together, discuss cases together, appreciate each other, and support each other. Ling Xue is attracted by Zhou Xing's integrity and courage, while Zhou Xing admires Ling Xue's intelligence and beauty. However, their identities are very different, one is a small constable, and the other is a criminal commissioner of the Criminal Division. They are entangled in where this relationship should go.

At this time, a big event happened in the court. A prince was suspected of treason, and the emperor ordered a thorough investigation. Due to the prince's great power, no one in the court dared to take up the case. Ling Xue stepped forward and volunteered to participate in the investigation. Zhou Xing was worried about her safety and insisted on going with her. During the investigation, they found that the prince was secretly colluding with several neighboring countries in an attempt to seize power and usurp the throne. When the prince learned that Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were investigating him, he framed them and falsely accused them of corruption and bribery.

The emperor believed the slander and was furious. He wanted to put Zhou Xing and Ling Xue in prison. Fortunately, a loyal minister tried to save them and exiled them to the frontier instead. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue had no choice but to embark on the road of exile. Along the way, they experienced hardships, but they never gave up. During their days in the frontier, they worked and lived with the local people, and worked hard to improve the living conditions in the frontier.

Although they were in a difficult situation, their feelings grew stronger. They held a simple wedding in a small house in the frontier, without the blessings of relatives and friends, without a luxurious wedding scene, only with each other's company and commitment. After marriage, they continued to contribute to the construction of the frontier. Zhou Xing taught the local people martial arts and self-defense, while Ling Xue helped the people resolve disputes and imparted legal knowledge.

However, the prince's plot did not succeed. A young general secretly collected evidence and eventually exposed the prince's crime. The emperor suddenly realized and regretted it, and immediately sent people to find Zhou Xing and Ling Xue. After untold hardships, they were finally found in the border. The emperor personally welcomed them back to the capital, rehabilitated them, and rewarded them. Zhou Xing was named "General of the National Defense" and Ling Xue was promoted to "Envoy of the Criminal Department".

After returning to the capital, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue started a new life. They still worked together to handle cases and solve problems for the court. But they also cherished their feelings for each other more, and enjoyed the warmth of family in their spare time from busy official duties. Their story spread in the capital and became a good story among people.

As time went by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue gradually grew old. Their children also grew up and inherited their careers and virtues. On a sunny day, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue sat in the courtyard, recalling the past. Their eyes were full of happiness and satisfaction. The hardships and glory along the way turned into the tranquility and beauty of the moment. They knew that no matter what the future held, they would always be together, just like the old tree in the courtyard, which had gone through wind and rain but still stood tall.

Although the construction team was reluctant, they completed the rework under Zhou Xing's supervision and Ling Xue's witness. After retesting, the density of the concrete reached the design requirements. Zhou Xing was born in a remote mountain village, which is beautiful but poor and backward. In order to get rid of poverty, he followed the elders in the village to work outside after graduating from junior high school, and the construction site became the first stop of his wandering life.

Zhou Xing, who had just arrived at the construction site, knew nothing and only knew how to work with his own strength. His strong arms and broad shoulders were gradually honed in the scorching sun and dust. He got up before dawn every day and followed his co-workers to carry cement, move bricks, and build scaffolding. Blood blisters appeared on his hands, which gradually turned into thick calluses. Co-workers often teased the new Zhou Xing, saying that he didn't know how long he could hold on with his naivety. But Zhou Xing just smiled and thought to himself that as long as he could make money, no matter how hard or tired he was, it didn't matter.

The neon lights of the city flickered, but they could not illuminate Zhou Xing's world. He rented a small, dim room near the construction site. A worn-out wooden bed and an old wardrobe with peeling paint were all his belongings. At night, he would go back to the room after work and fall asleep. The next day, he would rush to the construction site again with full energy. This cycle repeated over and over again. His life was as monotonous as a straight line.

On the other side of the city, Ling Xue was standing in a spacious and bright office, overlooking the city below. She was a talented architect who graduated from a prestigious university and whose designs had won numerous awards. She was dressed in a well-tailored business suit, with a light makeup and outstanding temperament, and was the focus of the company's training.

On this day, Ling Xue was assigned by the company to inspect a newly started construction project. When she stepped into the noisy construction site wearing a safety helmet and high heels, Zhou Xing was busy on the scaffolding. Ling Xue looked up and saw a dark-skinned, sturdy man concentrating on tying steel bars. The sweat on his forehead slid down his cheeks and hit the ground, splashing a small piece of dust. His focused expression seemed as if the whole world was only the work in his hands.

"Hey, you, pay attention to safety and wear your helmet." Ling Xue shouted to Zhou Xing, her voice was clear and loud, and it was particularly abrupt in the hustle and bustle of the construction site. Zhou Xing looked down and saw a pretty woman talking to him. He was stunned at first, and his face instantly turned red. He quickly straightened his helmet and replied innocently: "Oh, okay."

This scene happened to be seen by the project manager nearby. He smiled and joked, "Architect Ling, this guy is new. He is very strong, but a little shy." Ling Xue nodded slightly, but her eyes stayed on Zhou Xing for a few more seconds. His simple appearance made her heart stir a different kind of ripple.

Since that inspection, Ling Xue would come to the construction site from time to time to check on the progress, and every time she came, she could see Zhou Xing busy at work. Gradually, the two began to have some simple exchanges.

"Zhou Xing, how many projects have you done before?" Ling Xue asked casually when she passed by Zhou Xing.

"Architect Ling, I've only done this job. Before that, I was doing odd jobs at other small construction sites." Zhou Xing stopped the work in his hands and answered respectfully.

"Well, you are a fast learner, and your craft is pretty good." Ling Xue encouraged with a smile, with a hint of sincerity in her eyes. Zhou Xing scratched his head shyly, revealing a mouthful of white teeth: "Thank you for the compliment, Architect Ling. I am just a rough man who knows how to work hard."

As the exchanges increased, Ling Xue discovered that although Zhou Xing was not well educated, he was thoughtful and had his own unique insights into construction. He could always come up with some simple but practical operating methods to make the workers work more labor-saving and more efficient. Zhou Xing also learned from Ling Xue that construction is not just about laying walls and moving bricks. Every building has its design concept and cultural connotation, carrying the efforts and dreams of countless people.

By chance, the mixer on the construction site broke down and the technical maintenance personnel could not get there in time. Seeing the tight construction schedule, everyone was anxious. Zhou Xing fiddled with it for a while, and with his usual exploration and research on machinery, he actually got the mixer running again. The workers cheered and gave thumbs up. This scene happened to be seen by Ling Xue who came over. She was full of surprise and appreciation: "Zhou Xing, you are really amazing, you are simply the 'universal craftsman' of our construction site."

"No way, it's just a blind cat catching a dead mouse." Zhou Xing said modestly, but a warm current surged in his heart, which was the joy of being recognized by others.

Since then, Ling Xue has paid more and more attention to Zhou Xing. She would discuss any new design concepts or construction difficulties with him. Zhou Xing also gradually relaxed from his initial nervousness and shyness, and began to take the initiative to learn architectural knowledge and ask Ling Xue various questions. The relationship between the two quietly changed in this world of steel and concrete, like a new bud breaking through the ground in spring, bringing vitality and hope.

As the days passed, Zhou Xing found himself looking forward to meeting Ling Xue every day. After work, he would deliberately go to Ling Xue's office downstairs, looking at the lighted window from afar, imagining her busy work inside. And Ling Xue would also unconsciously walk to the door of the construction site in her spare time to see if Zhou Xing was still busy.

One evening, it was drizzling. Zhou Xing was about to pack up his tools and go home when he heard a cry of alarm: "Oh no! The wall that had just been built collapsed!" Everyone rushed over to check.