Mysterious World: I Have a Lost Heavenly Court

Night had completely fallen.

Outside the city, in the mines, the stars in the night sky were quite dazzling.

After thinking for a moment, Lu Changqing signaled Lu Erwa and the others to leave so he could go and rest during his shift.

But the three of them had just reached the gate and opened it.

He suddenly stopped in his tracks, then turned to Lu Changqing and said, "Third Young Master! Constable Zhou Wu is here!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Changqing immediately stood up from his chair and looked towards the door.

On the wide road of the mine, a man with a knife at his waist and dressed in official robes strode in.

Several constables were also with him.

Zhou Wu, head constable of Heishan County.

In the original owner's memories, she had a very deep impression of him.

That was when the original owner was very young. She went to admire the lanterns with her family, and a strange monster suddenly appeared on the lake.

Zhou Wu happened to be present, and a dazzling blade of light greatly shocked the little original body.

Its specific strength is unclear.

But Lu Changqing was certain that it was around the Blood Exchange Realm, or even stronger.

As Lu Changqing reached the door, Zhou Wu arrived with his men.

Upon recognizing Lu Changqing instead of Lu Ri, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow: "Lu Xiaosan?"

"Where's your older brother?"

In terms of seniority, Zhou Wu is one generation younger than Lu Ba, but of the same generation as Lu Changqing.

In addition, since we're all in the same circle, we can be considered acquaintances... As for our relationship, it's rather ordinary, at least that's the case with Lu Changqing.

Zhou Wu disliked the original owner of this body because of her personality.

Lu Changqing smiled and said, "Brother Zhou Wu, it's been a long time!"

He first bowed, then explained the situation: "There was a disaster at the mine this afternoon. My brother was injured and has difficulty moving around, so I came to supervise the work."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Wu frowned deeply.

"Your brother was injured... was it made of that thing?"

Lu Changqing nodded: "Yes."

Zhou Wu remained silent, but his expression was very serious.

It was clear that the county government hadn't found anything at the mine, but the reality was that Lu Ri had been attacked.

After a moment, Lu Changqing lowered his voice and asked, "Brother Zhou Wu, has the Zheng family cooperated with my sister in finding anything?"

The strange changes in Zheng Xiu and Zheng Tian, ​​and the words they spoke, were by no means accidental.

It also clearly points to the Zheng family.

Logically speaking, an investigation should yield some clues.

But Zhou Wu shook his head and said, "No, the Zheng family is innocent."

"The people from Qingfeng Temple, the people from the government office, and your sister have all been thoroughly investigated."

"No problem."

Weird!

Lu Changqing couldn't help but frown slightly.

What Zheng Tian and Zheng Xiu said that day about taking action against the Lu family was definitely not a lie!

At the same time, he recalled again the prisoner that Wu Lin had brought back from outside the city that day, Zheng Feng.

The other party was ordered by Zheng Xiangqian to attack Wu Lin. They also insisted that they had not colluded with any evil spirits or demons.

Lu Changqing felt that no matter how he thought about it, it didn't make sense.

Soon, Zhou Wu spoke up, "Lu Xiaosan, if possible, you should have your brother supervise the construction."

"Otherwise, you'll easily lose control of the situation."

As an old acquaintance, although Zhou Wu didn't like Lu Changqing, he had a good relationship with Lu Ba and Lu Ri, so he still gave a very serious and stern warning:

"There are still two months until the county government submits its report to the imperial court."

"In recent years, the overall economic situation has been unfavorable, and the imperial court is in dire need of high-quality minerals."

"If the mine's quota of concentrate is insufficient by then, your Lu family, as the iron official, will definitely be severely punished! It's not just a matter of money!"

"You need to pay special attention to this!"

Hearing the serious instructions, Lu Changqing's heart tightened.

Before he could say anything, Zhou Wu turned around and led his men into the mine, clearly for a routine inspection.

Heavy penalties, and it's not just a matter of money...

These two things together.

Even a fool could figure out that it was related to taking the blame and imprisonment!

"No!"

"The Zheng family and the matter of the evil spirits are all eerie; we must take the initiative!"

"Otherwise, if my parents don't come back in half a month, it'll be troublesome again!"

"What happened to my parents...?"

"Once the mine is stabilized, we must send people to search for it together with my older brother and sister!"

Lu Changqing actually wanted a simple and direct solution.

For example, Wu Lin could gather his best men and spend money to recruit some powerful martial arts figures.

They secretly killed the Zheng family!

Instant peace and quiet.

But the problem is that the current issue is not simply about fighting for territory or subordinates betraying them.

There's also the mine blocking our way.

The Zheng family needs to be eradicated, but they can't be killed off without any reason.

"Young Master..." Seeing Lu Changqing still lost in thought after Zhou Wu left, Lu Erwa couldn't help but ask, "Should my brothers and I go to hand over our shift?"

Lu Changqing looked up, waved his hand and said, "Go, and remember, if anything happens, come find me directly."

Lu Erwa received the order and strode away.

Lu Changqing closed the courtyard gate and let out a long breath.

He now understands the difficulties faced by the leaders of the previous dynasty when dealing with subordinates who each had their own agendas.

Wu Lin then stepped forward and said, "Young Master, is there anything I can do for you?"

His implication was very clear, and Lu Changqing naturally understood it.

But killing or arresting people now will only make the situation more chaotic and will not do any good.

The biggest problem now is that we can't find any connection between the Zheng family and the strange things at the mine.

As long as this can be found out.

If we can strip Zheng Xiangqian and Zheng Xiuming, the current head of the Zheng family, of their power and take back command of these key personnel, the mine disaster won't be such a big problem.

Qingyun couldn't help but speak up at this moment: "Young Master, Uncle Chen Li, and the others all said they would do their best to draw manpower from their own homes to replace those people from the Zheng family, right?"

Lu Changqing shook his head: "Apart from Chen Li, the others still have their own agendas."

"Those words were essentially meant to force the Zheng family to start construction."

"If the Zheng family were to disappear and they were to take their place, it would inevitably lead to other problems."

"Ultimately, the key is to find something to use against those two old dogs, Zheng Xiangqian and Zheng Xiuming, that will bring them down."

After listening, Qingyun seemed to be deep in thought.

Wu Lin remained expressionless after hearing this.

After a moment, Lu Changqing offered, "Uncle Wu, why don't you stay in the next courtyard? I'd appreciate it if you could look after my safety."

"I'm alone, let me think about it for a bit."

In the past, Wu Lin might have sighed and given up hope upon hearing such words.

But now, he simply nodded in agreement: "Don't worry, Third Young Master."

After saying that, he left the courtyard.

Lu Changqing led Qingyun toward the main house.

The decorations and furnishings inside the room are definitely vastly different from what you'd find in your home.

But it has everything it should have.

Light clouds lit the candle.

Lu Changqing sat at the table, the firelight casting his ever-changing expression.

"I need to take the initiative; I definitely won't find a way in with the county government or my second sister."

"If those old dogs find out their parents haven't returned in two weeks, it'll be much harder to fool them then."

Lu Changqing pondered a solution as time continued to pass.

...

I don't know how much time has passed.

The sound of a door opening echoed.

Qingyun immediately got up and approached.

Upon questioning, it was discovered that he was Huang Hu's henchman.

Lu Changqing's furrowed brows relaxed, and he gestured for Qingyun to open the door.

Huang Hu's henchman entered the courtyard, bowed to Qingyun, then quickly went inside, knelt on one knee, and said, "Third Young Master!"

"There's something going on with Zheng Xiangqian!"

Lu Changqing's heart beat slightly faster.

The inside man was really useful! It had an immediate effect!

"explain!"

The henchman immediately spoke up: "There was an unfamiliar face in Zheng Xiangqian's room; he shouldn't be from the Zheng family."

"Brother Tiger said we should inform the Third Young Master about this."

Unfamiliar faces...

Lu Changqing's eyes flickered slightly, and an idea instantly formed in his mind.

"Okay, I understand."

As he spoke, he took out a fifty-tael silver note from his pocket. "If anything happens later, write it down. Don't move around too late tonight, or you'll be easily spotted."

The henchman's eyes lit up when he saw the silver.

Fifty taels of silver was not a small sum for them, or even for Huang Hu!

You've really chosen the right person to follow!

The position of hall master... In an instant, the followers' eyes burned with desire.

He immediately clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Thank you, Third Young Master!"

Lu Changqing nodded, signaling them to leave: "Go."

After the attendant got up and left, and the courtyard gate closed, Qingyun asked, "Young Master, what do you plan to do?"

"Shall we launch a surprise attack?"

Lu Changqing shook his head: "It's no use."

Since the other party dared to come to the mine, even if they went now, they would definitely not be able to find any fault with them.

The main thing is to see where those people who came are going after receiving Zheng Xiangqian's instructions...

As Lu Changqing's thoughts raced, he instructed Qingyun, "I need to go out for a bit."

Qingyun exclaimed in surprise, "Isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

Lu Changqing shook his head and looked at Qingyun: "Do you remember when the young master told you that he bought a lot of rare items on the black market?"

Qingyun nodded: "I remember."

Because the items brought out from the ancient ruins are all extremely rare in the Great Qian Dynasty.

Therefore, Lu Changqing had been intentionally or unintentionally instilling in Qingyun that many of the things he had bought from the black market when he went out to play.

Whether Qingyun believes it or not, only Qingyun herself knows.

Lu Changqing took out a silencing resin from his pocket and lavishly applied it all over his body.

Then he swung his arms and stomped his feet, but no sound came out.

Upon seeing this, Qingyun's eyes widened in shock.

"Young master, what is this?"

Lu Changqing didn't explain much, only saying, "With this, I definitely won't expose myself."

Even if it's exposed...

He patted his waist: "I am already a Bone-Refining Martial Artist. Once I use this Escape Talisman, only experts who have surpassed the Blood Exchange Realm or the Liquid Condensation Realm can take me down."

"There shouldn't be such a powerful entity in Heishan County."

"So, you don't need to worry about safety."

Qingyun opened her mouth, but found that it was indeed true...

Regarding Lu Changqing's current situation.

Even if someone brushes past her, she wouldn't notice.

This is so amazing...

"But young master, if you go alone and need to intervene, will you be able to handle it?"

Lu Changqing responded, "In the past, I mainly focused on gathering information. I wouldn't take action unless I was absolutely certain."

"More importantly, we've just arrived, and those old dogs might come to test us in the middle of the night. If they find that neither of us is here, there could be trouble."

"We need you here to deal with them."

Qingyun was aware of the family's current difficulties.

In addition, Lu Changqing's current actions are correct at this critical juncture.

She didn't try to persuade him further, but simply said, "Young Master, your safety is the most important thing!"

Lu Changqing nodded: "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

After a brief exchange, Lu Changqing began to take action.

It's already late at night, and the night shift miners are still working, but their spirits are much lower.

Apart from the light inside the mine shafts, everyone else in the mine had long since gone to rest.

Lu Changqing climbed over the wall and found himself in a wide-open space.

He kept moving forward, staying close to the shadows.

Soon, they arrived at the courtyard where Zheng Xiangqian lived.

The candles are still lit inside.

As Lu Changqing got closer, he could vaguely hear Zheng Xiangqian speaking in a low voice, his tone filled with flattery and ingratiation.

Even if Lu Changqing listened intently to the specific details, it was to no avail.

But there is still some general information.

"Sanctuary..."

"Favored..."

"I won't let you down..."

Such words.

Lu Changqing's eyes narrowed.

Sure enough, there's definitely something wrong with the Zheng family!

Moreover, Huang Hu's henchman clearly stated that the person looked unfamiliar and might not be a member of the Zheng family.

That's right!

Currently, there may not be anyone in the Zheng family who has been assimilated by the Blood Zombie!

The other sorcerers that Zheng Tian and Zheng Xiu mentioned that day were most likely collateral relatives who had been expelled from the Zheng family, or other external allies they had recruited!

Therefore, under the investigation by all parties, the Zheng family was able to completely clear themselves of suspicion.

From this perspective, things that seem incomprehensible now make sense!

Lu Changqing was not in a hurry.

Firstly, rushing in now might not yield any results and could even alert the enemy.

Secondly, Zheng Xiangqian was originally a martial artist who practiced bone cultivation. As the second-in-command of the family, he probably also had a lot of talismans on him.

He might not be able to take it down instantly.

Half an hour later.

The door opened.

"Guardian, we hope you will put in a good word for us with the Holy Temple Lord. We will quickly set up a trap for that brat Lu Changqing, so that the Holy Temple Lord can investigate him at his discretion!"

Zhao Xiangqian's voice remained restrained and low.

But he was so close to Lu Changqing that he heard it clearly.

The figure they referred to as the protector spoke indifferently, "Hmm, that guy is strange; he can neutralize the Holy Temple Lord's mark."

"You'll need to find a way to distract him and his bodyguards."

Zhao Xiangqian: "I understand, I understand, please rest assured, Dharma Protector."

After a brief exchange, the Dharma Protector swaggered out through the main gate.

Lu Changqing overheard everything in secret.

Looking at Zhao Xiangqian's obsequious and servile demeanor, he really wanted to just kill the old dog on the spot.

But in the end, he managed to restrain himself.

A small leak will sink a great ship.

More importantly...

Killing someone isn't enough to vent your anger; you should add the psychological aspect!

Lu Changqing quietly retreated, stayed close to the wall, and climbed over.

Zhao Xiangqian, who had closed the courtyard gate, was still immersed in the future that the protector had planned for him, and was completely unaware of Lu Changqing's actions.

...

...

Lu Changqing followed the protector in front of him, maintaining a relatively safe distance.

At the same time, under the influence of the pure Yang power, he sensed the cold aura emanating from the person in front of him.

It made him very uncomfortable.

"This must be the person behind it all!"

"Judging from his aura, this guy is... a bit stronger than Zheng Xiangqian and Huang Hu, but not insurmountable!"

"With the pure Yang element providing restraint, it's practically a sure thing."

"Hmm... If possible, finding their hideout would be best... But let's not rush it."

Lu Changqing's eyes flashed, and he had a decision in mind.

But to his surprise, the evil guardian in front of him did not go to his lair deep in the mountains as he had expected.

Instead, they headed straight for Heishan County!?

What's going on?

Lu Changqing was filled with suspicion, but his pace did not slow down at all.

Soon, one after the other, the two climbed up the city wall from a slightly lower section and scaled it over.

Following the trail, Lu Changqing arrived at the slums in the north of Heishan County.

Finally, upon arriving at this point, the protector stopped walking.

At the same time, with the help of the brilliant starry sky and the bright moonlight, Lu Changqing could clearly see the scene in the spacious but extremely dilapidated slum in front of him!

Dozens of beggars were gathered around a pool of blood, drinking it with expressions of pure bliss!

The overwhelming smell of blood mixed with the stench of sweat made Lu Changqing frown involuntarily!

The chilling aura emanating from these beggars also made him very tempted to take action...

At this moment, the beggars discovered that the Dharma Protector had returned.

Each of them struggled to break free from their state of intoxication and drinking, and all bowed their heads in worship.

"Greetings, Holy Protector of the Faith!"

The protector, still wearing a hooded robe, maintained his indifferent tone, "Rise."

"As per the decree of His Holiness the Holy Temple, you must go to the mines outside the city tomorrow to redeem those who have fallen into ignorance."

As soon as these words were spoken, the beggars looked up, their eyes flashing with desire, excitement, and ferocity.

Lu Changqing's mind drifted back to his conversation with Zheng Xiangqian at the mine, regarding his own situation...

This plan is to completely drive himself and his family to a dead end!

Zheng Xiangqian... Zheng Xiuming...

A ruthless glint flashed in Lu Changqing's eyes.

At the same time, as the group of beggars looked up, he also saw many somewhat familiar faces!

Although there wasn't much detailed information in the original owner's memories.

But one thing is certain: the original owner had seen many of these beggars before!

"Everything is correct!"

"The Zheng family's scheme to collude with sorcerers is entirely outside the Zheng family's own sphere of influence."

"As long as the witnesses and physical evidence are incomplete, we can't bring them down!"

"But to my utter surprise, the unexpected turn of events occurred within myself!"

Lu Changqing took a deep breath, feeling both anger and, more than anything, relief.

My mind is clear! Not only have my doubts been resolved, but now I also have all the witnesses and physical evidence!

Now, all that's left is to make this a big deal, to make it known to everyone...

Lu Changqing's eyes became focused.

After sensing the aura emanating from the protector and confirming that there were no experts among the beggars...

Lu Changqing's pure Yang Qi and blood surged and circulated, white smoke billowed from his body, and his aura was no longer concealed!

In the next instant, he clenched his fist and took a step forward, attacking the guardian from behind like a tiger descending a mountain!

Because the effects of the matte resin are still present.

So this punch had a lot of force, but it didn't make any noise at all.

As a result, the protector did not react at all.

He was struck squarely in the back of the head by Lu Changqing's fist!

"Wow--"

The guardian suddenly vomited a mouthful of blood and was sent flying by the blow, crashing into the crowd of beggars!

Furthermore, the pure Yang energy emanating from Lu Changqing's fist was continuously eroding his heart.

This absolutely solid punch, delivered with all its might, could be said to have killed the Dharma Protector instantly!

Lu Changqing was somewhat satisfied with himself, and at the same time planned to deal with these beggars in front of him, or rather, these guys who had already fallen into demonic ways.

Then he went to inform the head constable of the yamen, Zhou Wu.

But the next moment, what happened before his eyes left him completely stunned.

The beggars became very panicked.

It wasn't because Lu Changqing's sudden action exposed them that they were panicked or afraid.

Rather, it was because the beggars had fallen into a state of frenzy after he killed the Dharma protector.

"Guardian!"

After a beggar let out a mournful cry, he bit his tongue hard, pulled up the guardian whose heart was broken and whose life force was cut off, and pressed his lips to the guardian's.

Almost instantly, the beggar's once full body seemed to have been drained dry.

It became shriveled and looked like a skeleton.

And the guardian who should have died, his dilated pupils actually condensed again!

"call--"

The guardian abruptly pushed away the dried corpse stuck to his mouth, then retreated rapidly, creating distance and standing behind the group of beggars.

His hood had fallen down, revealing an ordinary face with sunken eyes.

His face showed fear and lingering apprehension as he looked at Lu Changqing.

"It's you!?"

Lu Changqing frowned as he looked at the sinister and bizarre scene before him, but he didn't waste any words with the other party. He let out a low shout and stepped forward to kill again!

The opponent has only recovered his vitality, but the strength that was lost due to his injuries has not been restored!

That would simply mean killing again!

Looking at the fierce and incomparable Lu Changqing.

The guardian's expression turned terrified again, and he immediately shouted, "Stop him!"