Evergreen Immortal..

Chapter 280: Jiangdong Sword Immortal, nothing more than that!
Dao Mo and Xia Xiaotang returned to the Wu Kingdom.

Only seven days have passed.

Then we heard information from the Wu Kingdom's spies that the Wu Kingdom's monsters were rioting, causing heavy casualties.

The fact that the Qi family was able to fight against the new emperor of the Wu Kingdom for so long was certainly not due to the strength of just one family. In addition to the Qi family, there were many important figures in the Wu Kingdom who supported the seventh prince born to Concubine Qi. The most famous of them was the Wu Kingdom's beast taming grandmaster, Puda.

It is precisely because of Puda's support that the eight demon lords are willing to take action.

"The chaos in Wu Country is likely to affect Yunzhou."

Cao Wei frowned.

Li Rui nodded: "It is indeed possible."

Unlike Jiang Linxian before, Li Rui and Cao Wei have a pretty good relationship. At least they can often sit in the same room and chat.

The documents for joining the army have been approved by His Majesty.

After that, it is just a matter of going through the procedures with the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of War. However, because of the previous relationship with Old Lord Duan, it should be quick.

Except that Li Rui does not live in the military residence, his other treatment is not much different from that of a soldier.

"Brother Li, we need to make plans early."

Cao Wei said in a deep voice.

If another siege happens, he, the lieutenant general, and Li Rui, the military officer, may not be able to hold on for long.

Li Rui: "Brother Cao, what you said makes sense. I will follow your instructions."

After hearing Li Rui's words, Cao Wei finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Now he has a good relationship with Li Rui, a soldier. On the one hand, it is because of external pressure that the two must cooperate, and on the other hand, he has also learned some lessons from his relationship with Jiang Linxian.

Not as arrogant as before.

To some extent, Li Rui can be said to be a case of planting trees for future generations to enjoy the shade.

Li Rui: "I do have some connections in Wu Country. Let's see if I can seek their help."

Hear the words.

Cao Wei was delighted: "This is naturally wonderful."

Afterwards, it was already late at night when the two of them discussed the details of the deployment.

Li Rui walked out of the gate of the general's mansion.

The night breeze is slightly cool.

When you join the army and get benefits, it naturally means that you have to put in more effort, which is inevitable.

Lord Yuan accepted him as his retainer and also appointed Li Rui as his teacher.

But Li Rui's identity still has to be a soldier.

This will not change.

The reason why Lord Yuan did this was because as the Marquis of Annan, he was supposed to maintain the stability of the southern border. Qinghe, as one of the major ports, was a must-pass place for the Wu Kingdom to go north, and he needed a confidant to guard it.

Li Rui was his confidant stationed in Qinghe.

Being a confidant is not as simple as flattering someone, what’s more important is to get things done.

Cao Wei was afraid that the siege would happen again, and Li Rui was just as afraid.

“It’s not easy to be an official.”

Li Rui smiled and shook his head.

Of course, according to the achievements in the system, becoming an official is the safest option.

Jianghu?

More difficult to mix.

There is a saying that goes, “When you are in the world, you are bound to get hurt.”

Those large clans are often taken over or even destroyed every ten years, so the risk factor is even greater.

In comparison, the imperial court was at least much more decent.

Even if he fails to do his job well, at most he will lose his job, not his life. Li Rui seeks immortality, so the most important thing is of course to stay alive.

If you lose your life, everything is over.

Of course, it would be best to be able to sit in a third-rank position.

The policy of not punishing doctors does not refer to ordinary officials. At least officials of the third rank are eligible for this treatment. As for those of higher ranks, Li Rui's enthusiasm is reduced.

The risk is too great.

The third floor is the most cost-effective location.

"Strive for the third rank."

Now that he has completely gotten rid of the disadvantage of being a groom, if he works hard, it is still possible.

Return to the house.

Li Rui looked at Wang Zhao and Yang Yong's rooms where the lights were turned off, and went straight into his own room.

Old rules.

After circulating the qi throughout the body, he crawled into the quilt and fell into a deep sleep.

On top of the dream platform.

Li Rui closed his eyes and lowered his head, standing quietly with the hidden sword in his hand.

Gather energy.

His fighting spirit gradually rose and reached its peak.

next moment.

Three figures slowly walked out from the sea of ​​clouds.

Zhuang Renhe, Yuan Gao, Qi Rui.

The auras of the three fifth-rank masters created a strong wind on the cloud platform, blowing away large clumps of clouds and mist, and murderous aura filled the sky.

“What a huge grudge.”

Li Rui chuckled.

That’s right, they were all ghosts who died under his knife. Now that their souls have been summoned, it’s normal for them to feel resentful.

"Then I'll trouble you three to die again."

All of a sudden——

A mirage appeared above the cloud platform, and a magnificent fairy palace emerged. A giant dragon was dancing between the fairy palaces, creating a fairyland scene.

The energy is fully manifested, it is so magnificent and spectacular that it is truly shocking beyond words.

Li Rui only dared to use his full power in his dreams. There was no other way because the special effects were too exaggerated.

Sometimes this is also a kind of sadness.

The majestic Immortal Palace rose from the ground and pressed towards Zhuang Renhe and the other two.

Concentrate your spiritual energy and enter Guanlan.

At this moment, Li Rui's fighting power was unprecedentedly strong, far better than before.

boom!
There was a loud bang.

Three figures exploded with a bang and disappeared into white clouds, killing them instantly with one move.

Raise your hand to suppress!

Li Rui's mouth corners slightly raised.

"Not bad."

This was a new method he had comprehended after establishing his foundation. It was not complicated. It was to directly crush the opponent with high-grade true Qi and Qi form, and the effect was very good.

Li Rui was suddenly in high spirits and had some thoughts.

A graceful figure like an immortal appeared on the cloud platform.

Jiang Linxian.

To be precise, it should be Jiang Linxian in the fifth-grade state. As for why it is the fifth-grade, of course it is because Li Rui has never seen the fourth-grade Jiang Linxian take action, let alone the battle with the earthly immortal.

"bring it on."

Li Rui is eager to try.

Raise your right hand slowly.

The Immortal Palace was condensed and formed by him again, Yinglong coiled behind him, and he happened to stand on the dragon's head.

See only the other side.

Seven small swords slowly appeared around Jiang Linxian.

"Gan Lang, go!"

With a whisper, the small sword Tan Lang shot towards Li Rui.

This time, Li Rui neither dodged nor was he forced to retreat by the small sword. He landed steadily and collided with the small sword Tanlang in mid-air.

when!
A crisp sound exploded above the cloud platform.

This was the first time that Little Sword Tanlang suffered a loss in this world, and he turned around and flew back to Jiang Linxian.

Jiang Linxian still had no expression on her face.

He just whispered again: "Ju Men, Wu Qu, Po Jun, Ji!" This time, three small swords followed Tan Lang and rushed towards Li Rui, pointing at the four vital points of Li Rui's body from a distance.

The sword hasn't arrived yet, but I'm already feeling a dull pain.

Li Rui did not dare to underestimate it, as the shadow of the Immortal Palace enveloped him.

Dangdangdang
Four small swords flew backwards at the same time!

"wonderful."

Li Rui's pupils dilated slightly and he shouted. This was the first time he blocked Jiang Linxian's four flying swords in one breath.

"It's my turn!"

"go with!"

With a loud shout, the Immortal Palace flew high up and pressed down towards Jiang Linxian.

For a while.

The wind and clouds above the cloud platform changed, and a purple-gold divine light appeared.

The morning sunshine was particularly beautiful. Li Rui opened the door and the warm morning light fell on his face.

Enjoyable night.

Although it makes me lose sleep, it's worth it.

Yes, he lost in the end.

But he forced Jiang Linxian to use all seven swords at once, and he was not completely powerless to fight back. On the contrary, he only lost one move to Jiang Linxian.

Although defeated, it is still glorious.

Although Da Mengyouxian could not simulate Jiang Linxian's full strength, there was no doubt that he had at least reached Mingyue's Guanhai realm.

For him, a Guanhai who was still listening to the waves, the fact that he could surpass one small realm and fight back and forth with Jiang Linxian was enough to make him proud.

If outsiders knew about this, they would definitely be shocked.

It has always been Jiang Linxian who challenges others above his level. When will it be the turn of someone of a lower level to challenge him?

It is simply the opposite of Tiangang.

Jiangdong Sword Immortal, is this all?
Li Rui chuckled.

It was the first time that I was able to fight back and forth with Jiang Linxian.

Who is not a genius?

Walk out of the room.

Li Rui started his morning exercise again.

Golden bricks and glazed tiles, red walls and jade steps.

A red sun happened to coincide with the golden roof. The imperial city was brilliant and magnificent. The palace maids and eunuchs under the red walls were in a hurry and had no interest in looking up to admire it.

A neglected beauty.

"Uncle Junior, Senior Jiang, Junior Brother Qu has already left the city."

Yao Xue stood aside and spoke obediently.

A handsome man with a feather fan and a long scarf laughed and said, "It's okay, Xiaoxue, you go back and rest first. I'll talk to your uncle Jiang."

Yao Xue nodded.

Then he walked out of the yard.

Gu Changsheng looked at Jiang Linxian with a smile: "Brother Jiang, you really have a good eye. Li Rui was chosen by Lord Yuan and invited to be his teacher. Lord Yuan has always had a high vision. Being chosen by you and Lord Yuan, my niece Xiaoxue has never forgotten him. I really want to go to Qinghe to take a look."

Jiang Linxian: "Don't do that. If you go, I'm afraid the Imperial Master will tear down the city."

Gu Changsheng smiled awkwardly: "Master Imperial Master has a bit of a bad temper."

Jiang Linxian rolled her eyes.

A bit violent?
If he wasn't worried that Gu Changsheng would ruin the Imperial Master's plans, his temper would actually be okay.

He was simply implicated.

Ever since he came to the capital, he has never had a moment of peace. First there was the martial arts review, and then he was dragged to the Imperial Observatory by Gu Changsheng.

Gu Changsheng is forty years older than him.

He is already a very young person among the first-grade earth immortals. Gu Changsheng regards him as a close friend, saying that they are of the same kind, so they have always called each other brothers.

"Don't talk about this."

Gu Changsheng: "My nephew Qu will have great potential when he goes to Qingzhou."

Qu Chengfeng was the top scorer in high school.

He had been studying in Wenyuan Pavilion, and now he was sent out to be a prefect.

Others said it was all thanks to Gu Changsheng.

In fact, if anyone should thank someone, he should thank his rival, the state teacher of Yu State.

Jiang Linxian squinted at Gu Changsheng and said, "Do you really not know, or are you pretending not to know? Don't you realize that there is something wrong with Qu Chengfeng?"

Gu Changsheng did not answer, but changed the subject.

"Brother Jiang, do you know how the last director of the Imperial Observatory died?"

Jiang Linxian: "I heard that he died from the backlash of alchemy."

Gu Changsheng shook his head: "He is a third-grade earthly immortal. How could he kill himself by refining an elixir? He was trying to spy on the secrets of heaven and suffered backlash."

Jiang Linxian narrowed her eyes slightly.

The secret of heaven backfires.

Gu Changsheng continued, "My unfortunate predecessor was entrusted by the late emperor to deduce the immortal secrets. He exhausted all his energy and calculated eight words, and then died suddenly."

Jiang Linxian narrowed her eyes slightly.

Although he had many connections in the palace, it was impossible for him to know too many secrets of the palace.

This is the first time I've heard of this.

Gu Changsheng seemed to have thought of something interesting, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised. He did not mean to deliberately whet the appetite, and immediately said:
"The gate of heaven will open, and the immortal will come out."

Tianmen, immortal!
Jiang Linxian's pupils contracted slightly.

He had heard about this matter from Taoist Xu Xuan, and now it was said again from Gu Changsheng's mouth.

"Brother Jiang, you have heard of the exiled immortal, right?"

Jiang Linxian: "Is the immortal reincarnated?"

Gu Changsheng smiled and said, "Yes, but no. The Imperial Observatory discovered something interesting a hundred years ago. Maybe there really are exiled immortals playing in the human world."

Qinghe, Anningwei.

In the center of the school grounds.

Li Rui and Cao Wei were wearing official robes, standing upright, as if waiting for something.

Things are different now, Li Rui rarely stands shoulder to shoulder with Cao Wei.

The other guards of An Ning Guard stood behind the two.

The battle is not small.

In a quarter of an hour.

A carriage escorted by dozens of elite armored cavalrymen slowly drove into Anningwei and finally stopped in front of Li Rui and Cao Wei.

The two took two steps forward.

Then the curtain of the carriage was seen being lifted, and first Xue Gui's aide Han Zhen came down, followed by an elegant old man.

Han Zhen got off the carriage and clasped his fists towards Li Rui and Cao Wei.

"Master Cao, Master Li."

Then he introduced the person on the same bus: "This is Mr. Liu from the Hanlin Academy, coming from the capital."

Upon hearing that it was from the Hanlin Academy, Li Rui and Cao Wei did not dare to neglect him.

"Master Liu."

The Hanlin Academy was the place specifically responsible for drafting and reading imperial edicts. Each scholar there was of noble status and could even meet the emperor directly. How could the two of them dare to offend them?

Moreover, they were very polite, not only because of this Lord Liu, but also because of what he brought.

Scholar Liu laughed and said, "My Lords, I came to Yunzhou on the orders of His Majesty."

Hearing the word Your Majesty.

Li Rui and Cao Wei were both shocked.

Then I saw Mr. Liu, holding a golden brocade scroll in the hand of a young official next to him, and cleared his throat.

"Qinghe, Anningwei, Li Rui, receive the order!"

Immediately.

All the people present, including Li Rui, knelt down.

If you don't kneel when you see the imperial edict, it means you are disrespectful to the emperor and you will be beheaded.

Li Rui, who had received two imperial edicts, was already familiar with this.

"The Emperor of Fengtian Chengyun decreed that if there are Confucian scholars who hold to the pure white and old Qiu Fan, they should be honored by law as Shu Shiyu, and given the title of Canjun of Anning Guard in Annan Town, on January 11, the 87th year of Tianwu."

(End of this chapter)