My cultivation techniques can be infinitely fused.

Seemingly seeing through Xiao Ling's thoughts, Lin Tao said with a smile, "It's not that I'm deliberately trying to find fault with your subordinate, but his performance has been truly outstanding. Someone above has taken notice. As you know, recently, no one has been able to catch people from the sects in various places. Many Hundred Cavalry Commanders and Colonels have been held accountable as a result, and quite a few have lost their positions or been exiled."

On our side, we've arrested quite a few people. One Xuan Yin Sect member brought out dozens of government officials connected to the sect. This time, the Tian Luo Sect also arrested a branch leader, and we've extracted a lot of information from him in the past two days.

Our Northern Frontier Garrison has really made a name for itself; even His Majesty has praised us, and Lu Zheng's name has already entered the Garrison's office.

His words startled Xiao Ling.

Once it reaches the level of the Zhenfu Division, even powerful families can no longer interfere.

The Great Xia Dynasty had four major military commands, divided into the southeast, northwest, and southwest.

Every commander of the Garrison Command was an absolute confidant of the emperor and an absolutely powerful figure in the court, showing no fear even when facing powerful clans.

They even dare to confront things head-on.

Lu Zheng attracted the attention of such a person.

That means it has begun to gradually slip out of her control.

However, after thinking about it for a moment, he stopped thinking about it.

Lu Zheng and she have a good relationship, and he is the most important person to her. Based on my observations over this period of time, Lu Zheng is also a person who values ​​loyalty and affection.

His future promotion will definitely not be a bad thing for him.

Unfortunately, Jiangzhu refused to marry him.

  

The best time has passed.

Deputy Commander of a Thousand Households—if this position were offered to outsiders, even some illegitimate children from ordinary noble families would be tempted by it.

It would definitely be inappropriate to give Jiangzhu to him now.

The gap in social status has widened.

Then, Xiao Ling said softly, "Lu Zheng is indeed very capable."

"Yes, in these extraordinary times, we don't need to stick to the old ways. Even the Commander of the Garrison Command said that we should do our best to promote these energetic and capable young people. You should cooperate well in the future."

"Strive to make new contributions, and you will certainly receive the rewards you deserve. Our Zhenfu Division has never been stingy with its subordinates," Lin Tao said with a smile.

He then raised his teacup and took a sip.

Xiao Ling couldn't help but sigh. Originally, she had just casually promoted Lu Zheng because of the life-saving grace and some secrets, so she kept him by her side. She never expected that the other party was so capable.

Surprisingly, he was valued by the higher-ups.

That's great, they've actually become my partners.

Although I didn't feel uncomfortable, something felt a little strange.

However, as a scion of a prominent family, she still had some magnanimity, and then she felt happy for Lu Zheng.

"Alright, everything's arranged. If you have nothing else to do, go back as soon as possible. The three fortified cities are in your hands, so you must take responsibility. These are of paramount importance to the Northern Frontier, and absolutely no accidents can be allowed to happen."

"During this period, the most important task is to thoroughly investigate whether there are any sects infiltrating the three major fortresses. The Commander of the Garrison has already given the order. If the progress is satisfactory, there will be a great reward," Lin Tao said softly.

Xiao Ling replied, "Yes, sir!"

Then, he left the living room.

Then, he took the appointment letter and the accompanying seal and headed towards Fufeng County.

At this time, Lu Zheng was unaware of all this.

Now, the system data has appeared in his mind.

Name: Lu Zheng

Age: 16

[Cultivation Level: Tendon Refining]

[Technique: Third-grade intermediate martial art "Dragon Elephant Body Forging Technique" (15932/30000 Great Mastery)]

[Medical Skills: Mu's Medical Classic (392/10000 Minor Completion)]

[Achievement Points: 802]

Looking at the data, Lu Zheng was quite satisfied with the progress his strength had made during this period.

Before we knew it, we had already made it halfway.

However, to merge the cultivation technique again, a full four thousand achievement points are needed, which is still quite a bit short, and there is no suitable cultivation technique at hand.

My medical skills have made considerable progress. When I have time, I can try to refine some elixirs.

But just as Lu Zheng finished testing his cultivation level, his brows furrowed involuntarily. Now, with the increase in his cultivation level, his mental strength had also become much stronger.

At this moment, he clearly felt a strong killing intent, and there was a lot of it. Most importantly, these auras were very mixed, and they had that sharp and piercing quality that was unique to people from sects.

It was quite different from the domineering nature of the military, the nobility of aristocratic families, and the roughness of powerful clans.

I glanced outside; it was still broad daylight.

Then, after getting dressed, I got up and walked towards the door.

As soon as he stepped outside, he saw that someone was moving things into the yard next door. He had heard that the yard had been sold for a high price in the last two days, and he didn't expect that his new neighbor would arrive so soon.

Moreover, it seems they're targeting me.

"Creak!"

Just then, a carriage stopped outside the door.

A middle-aged man, accompanied by a woman, stepped down from the carriage.

As soon as the two of them appeared, Lu Zheng clearly felt a surge of resentment and murderous intent coming towards him, but the two of them hid it very well.

After giving Lu Zheng a polite nod, he entered the neighboring courtyard.

It perfectly fits the image of a new neighbor.

But at this point, Lu Zheng was certain that it was all a disguise.

The two of them were definitely after me.

Thinking of this, he didn't hesitate at all and turned to head towards the Hundred Cavalry Commandery's encampment.

He didn't have the courage to take the risk; he wanted to call in reinforcements first and arrest them.

Those who dare to scheme against themselves are the ones who will suffer.

After Lu Zheng left...

The two who had just gotten off the carriage also went into the backyard.

At this moment, the middle-aged man said softly, "The sect has ordered us to kill this commander of the Hundred Cavalry within half a month. When do you think would be a good time to make our move?"

The woman chuckled and said, "We should act tonight, sooner rather than later. These imperial henchmen have a keen sense of smell, and they might be exposed if we wait too long. He's just a mere tendon refiner; the two of us, along with the disciples we brought with us, are enough to wipe him out."

After we kill him, we can send people to establish a new branch after some time."

This woman is an outer sect protector of the Xuan Yin Sect.

Because of Lu Zheng, the Hundred Flowers Pavilion was sealed off, and so many people died. Naturally, the Xuan Yin Sect would not let it go.

So, now I'm preparing for revenge.

The man nodded: "Okay, I'll do as you say."

After discussing their plan, the two of them, just like any ordinary couple, began to call on people to carry things inside.

Meanwhile, Lu Zheng had already hurriedly arrived at the Hundred Cavalry Commandery's encampment.

He breathed a sigh of relief after entering the gate. After all, the people from those sects were quite strong and used to being arrogant. He was really worried that they might try to assassinate him on the way.

Seeing Lu Zheng rush in, covered in sweat, Huang Yan immediately stepped forward and asked, "Sir, what happened?"

"Has the centurion returned?"

"No, it will be in a couple of days." Before Huang Yan could speak, Jiang Zhu, who happened to be passing by, said.

Then, looking at Lu Zheng, she asked with some confusion, "What major event has occurred?"

Lu Zheng didn't have time to pay attention to her. Instead, he looked at Huang Yan and said, "Immediately notify our men to go to the border army again and have them send a thousand-man team to join me. Remember to have the border army wear heavy armor and bring their crossbows as well."

"Yes, sir." Huang Yan, hearing the seriousness of Lu Zheng's words, dared not delay and immediately rushed outside.

Seeing that Lu Zheng didn't even glance at her, Jiangzhu stomped her foot and walked inside.

She felt a little wronged. Even though she hadn't agreed to marry him, they were still friends, and he was ignoring her. She would teach him a lesson when the young lady returned.