Dragon Gate Swordsman

More importantly, the legs that were usually covered by the Taoist robe were now completely exposed to the air due to the half-leaning posture... They were slender, straight, and white as jade, making any long-legged girl on the posters in the capital city lose the capital to be proud of...

In addition, don't forget that Ling was not obscured by the illusion, so that beautiful face was facing Chongxiao as he walked up the stairs.

"..."

"...Still watching?"

"Feel sorry!"

Chongxiao looked away instantly, but the perfect scene he had just seen was still lingering in his mind.

But Ling, who had already regained consciousness, turned over and stepped down from the railing, and his pair of peerless legs were once again completely blocked by his Taoist robe...

Fortunately, Ling's expression remained normal and he didn't seem to feel ashamed or angry about it.

"How did you get up here?"

"Walk...walk up."

The tone wasn't that strong, just a little bit colder than when he was drinking, which made Chongxiao feel relieved.

With the Taoist's character, he shouldn't care so much about such things... He's not one of those tsundere people in the formulaic toilet paper.

Huh? Why am I bringing up toilet paper?

"Then why is my barrier so useless...did you do something, Chongxiao?"

"Barrier? Uh... Sorry, there was no response just now, so I poked your membrane..."

"Chongxiao!"

Ling suddenly interrupted him, "Be careful what you say!"

Be careful?

Chongxiao was a little confused at first, and then his whole face turned the color of liver.

Ling's expression finally started to look strange. Although she hadn't fallen to the level of the formulaic toilet paper tsundere, she was colder than at any time since Chongxiao met her.

"What do you want from me?"

As expected, he was angry! Otherwise, according to the Taoist's habit, he should have said something polite like "What's the important matter that brought you here?"

The trembling Chongxiao had already considered backing out, but then he thought that just slipping away would make him look even more guilty, so he gritted his teeth and said something that stunned everyone.

"Master... Taoist priest... can you go shopping with me?"

……

There is a commercial street several hundred meters long in the northern part of Shendu, where rare and uncommon gadgets are sold, making them perfect as gifts.

But this is not the only place of its kind, and its location is a bit remote with inconvenient transportation. Therefore, even after the coronation ceremony, it did not attract too many tourists and seemed a bit deserted.

No wonder Ling brought him here... Chongxiao thought.

The so-called misunderstanding is something that you don’t have to take to heart once it’s resolved. Therefore, when Ling learned that Chongxiao came to buy a gift for Nian, he returned to his previous state and brought him here.

"The capital of God is a place that embraces all rivers. Instead of focusing on souvenirs from this city, why not bring some rare things to your friends?"

"What the Taoist priest said is true. What worries me most is what to bring back to Master Nian."

"Ten yuan a pack of hot pot base is fine."

"...Ah this?"

I don’t know if it’s an illusion, but Chongxiao found that when she mentioned the year, Ling seemed to become very casual, from a fairy-like hermit to a sister who said “Do whatever you want” to her sister...

On the long street, you can see many stores with very different decoration styles, ranging from Sargon's tribal style to Victoria's palace luxury. The goods displayed are also dazzling.

And these goods are very... special, such as the cross that is said to be able to summon spirits, the fully automatic source-powered beating assistant, the fragrance packs that emit animal-friendly pheromones, and so on.

Of course, Chongxiao did not follow Ling's suggestion to buy a pack of hot pot base for ten yuan. It was not because he thought it was too cheap, but because he was afraid that he would not be able to resist and dump it directly into the pot... But don't forget, even if you don't consider supplies and head directly to Longmen, Guo Shan's merchant caravan will have to travel for nearly ten days.

So, he decided not to buy any food specialties.

I like to be a director and make movies. I have been influenced by my surroundings and have professional abilities, but I am limited by my own obsessions and imagination. The things I shoot are hard to watch.

"In that case, Chongxiao, do you plan to... help her improve her creative skills?"

"No, the master should first be made aware that his works are based on the defense level."

Ling's expression froze. He wanted to say a few good words for his sister, but found that there was nothing to refute.

However, when Chongxiao walked into a video store with a strange style and chose a gift for Nian, Ling always felt that something was wrong.

A collection of the top 250 movies rated by Douhua... Normally, shouldn't we choose a collection of the top 250 movies rated by Douhua?

"You don't know, Taoist priest, the most serious problem of the master right now is that she doesn't know how bad the things she shoots are. Letting her watch more bad movies will help her recognize this reality."

"...Is there such a saying?"

I don't know much about movies, and my appreciation ability is limited to historical research, so I won't say more.

However, when she was choosing gifts for other people, she gave the most appropriate suggestions based on Chongxiao's few words.

"Since Ms. Xingxiong is from the East Country and loves motorcycles, the portable mechanical repair and maintenance tool kit produced by Columbia should be very suitable for her. I have seen some young people in Shangshu who are full of praise for it."

"The Syracusans have always attached great importance to their appearance. Even if you call Celinina Texas, who is seriously out of touch with mainstream society, she still needs to take care of her ears and tail. I recommend this hair nourishing care package for Luper, Pero, and Volper."

"A lady who works hard to improve herself? Hmm... Since she often has to push herself, then Miss Lin Yuxia should need something that can calm her mind, nourish her brain, and nourish her blood, just like the heart-protecting amulet made of dragonwood, heart-nourishing ginseng, and ice toad crystal. I happen to know of an old shop nearby that sells genuine products at reasonable prices."

"You don't need to read these anymore. The pampered daughter of a wealthy family certainly has no shortage of things. Chongxiao, you might as well think about what Miss Shi Huaiya desires but can't get... I guess it might be a friend? Then this game console that must be operated by two people is my recommendation, but this thing is secondary. The important thing is that you should take the time to play with her, Chongxiao."

Not only them, at Ling's suggestion, Chongxiao also bought a portable humidifier for Jiu, a collectible model of a classic pistol for Haoyun, a bottle of snake gall wine that he had treasured for ten years for Lao Dong, and high-quality wolfberries that nourish the yin and kidneys for Wei Yanwu...

Even Xiao Huaihu and Xiao Xueer received a three-dimensional commemorative picture album of various scenic spots in Shendu as a gift.

At the same time, the image of Xiaolongnu flashed through Chongxiao's mind, but then he remembered that she was studying far away in Londinium, and even if he bought a gift and brought it back, he would not be able to give it to her.

Yes...he was very stupid to have forgotten about such a thing as winter vacation.

"Thank you so much, Taoist Priest."

Chongxiao, who was carrying a lot of bags, kept nodding and bowing to Ling, thinking that if he was left to buy things alone, he might not be able to return to Longmen in another month.

But the corresponding price was that the funds given by Wei Yanwu were basically used up, and Chongxiao felt that he would not reimburse the stack of shopping invoices in his hand.

"You're welcome. I haven't been around like this for many years."

It can be seen that Ling is in a good mood, at least much better than when he just provoked her.

Little did he know that at this moment, Chong Xiao was trying to analyze a certain strange feeling in his heart... Someone as smart as Ling, who could guess the preferences of the people in Longmen with just a few words and recommend suitable gifts, seemed to be suitable for a certain "profession"...

Of course, he was not referring to the housekeeper in the Grand View Garden who was smooth and took care of everything, but the queen who was the mother of the country and could manage the harem in an orderly manner.

Bah! What was I thinking! ?

Chongxiao despised himself very much and put the blame on the Queen Mother Yin who committed suicide... If that guy hadn't harbored evil intentions and plotted something bad, and had destroyed the Queen's image with his own strength, he wouldn't have been able to compare himself with the Taoist Ling in front of him...

At this time, the sky was gradually darkening and the light and shadows of the stars could be vaguely seen.

Chongxiao and Ling stood on the street, planning to wait for a taxi to return to Fenglaiyi Hotel. Unfortunately, most of the taxi drivers in Shendu had gone to various tourist attractions, and only a few were still soliciting passengers on the streets.

"It's a pity that I have too many things to bring. Otherwise, it would be nice to just walk back slowly."

"Uh-huh……"

"Or should we trouble Boss Guo again and ask him to pick it up?"

"Uh-huh……"

"Chongxiao, why do you keep looking at me?"

Ling finally realized something was wrong... It seemed that this guy had been staring at him since he stood here.

"I seem to have overlooked something very important, Taoist Priest."

"...what's the matter?"

"I think I should..."

Chongxiao paused for a moment, then said very seriously: "I'll also give you a gift, Taoist Priest."

Chapter 60: Entering the dream again, seeing the secret of heaven

Xuan-Yuan Sword, the golden holy sword of kingly way.

According to Chongxiao, this was a stone that an ancient emperor used to protect his country. It was forged by the immortals with the essence of heaven and earth. It contains infinite power to protect the country, the people, and slay demons and monsters, and it can only be exerted in the hands of a true emperor.

As for its origin, it is a unique ability possessed by Chongxiao himself, similar to the ninth...year among the Sui clan.

Ying Zhen was extremely skeptical of Chongxiao's description, because he was obviously hesitant and indecisive, and it looked like he was making up a lie no matter how you looked at it.

However, strangely, his fragmented and chaotic words perfectly matched the characteristics of the Xuanyuan Sword.

In order to verify this, Ying Zhen specially summoned Guo Shan from Simuitai to Yanhuang Palace, and learned that Chongxiao had sent out several weapons of extraordinary quality and different characteristics at Longmen, which dispelled his doubts.

Then the problem is coming...

Chongxiao is already a master of swordsmanship, can he use the Xuanyuan Sword himself?

If not, why is he qualified to forge it out of thin air? If he can, then does this holy sword that protects the country, the people, and slays demons and monsters represent some kind of qualification to some extent?

"I think you are tired and confused."

"How do you say..."

"What can a mere sword represent? Even if it can represent something, who was it that desperately gave you the Xuanyuan Sword at the coronation ceremony? And who raised the Xuanyuan Sword in front of everyone?"

Wu Ming's expression was calm, and his tone was only slightly strong, but Ying Zhen, who knew him well, knew that his good friend was really angry.

Of course he would be angry.

Because Chongxiao is not only his friend, but also his friend.

"You think too much... That's not what I meant. I was just wondering if Chongxiao has any connection with my True Dragon Clan."

"It better be this way."

Wu Ming did not comment on this, but placed a list in front of Ying Zhen.

"…Have you found out everything?"

"Song Shaoqing hasn't slept for three days, and neither has the Guards you sent to assist him."

Although Queen Dowager Yin, who had fallen into evil, died, the officials who had been instigated by her are still there, and they may have already penetrated into many systems of the Divine Capital, so we must guard against them.

For example, in the special police system, the undercover agent Jing Ke alone can name several officials who obey Queen Mother Yin's faction... Even if they are not removed from their posts, they will have to be transferred to less critical positions.

In addition, those who have been mediocre due to the conservative style of the previous True Dragon Emperor also need to be warned: if their subsequent performance is still unsatisfactory, they will be dismissed or replaced.

Ying Zhen is completely different from his father. He does not intend to be a king who maintains the status quo, otherwise he would not have chosen to confront Queen Dowager Yin head-on at the coronation ceremony.

"First, arrest the few people with solid evidence and torture them to see if we can find the source of the evil spell. Leave the others alone for now and let the Guards come to the door to make their statement."

"In my opinion, there is little point in doing so."

"...Why?"

"Given the Queen Mother's secretive actions, even you who were in the Yanhuang Palace didn't notice it. How could it be related to them?"

"But there is nothing unusual about the people in the harem. With the strength of the imperial guards, no one should be able to sneak in secretly..."

"No, but what if it is open and aboveboard?"

Wu Ming waved his feather fan calmly, "Don't forget, there is one person who will definitely not be searched by security."

Ying Zhen quickly realized that he was talking about Queen Dowager Yin.

Formations are extremely advanced source stone skills, and their birth and development can be traced back to the period of "Gods and People" and "Ancestors". There are not many complete formations left in today's Dayan.

This kind of source stone technique has extremely high requirements on materials, techniques, environment and other conditions. It is impossible for Queen Mother Yin to complete it alone. Therefore, Ying Zhen is sure that there is an expert guiding him behind the scenes.

However, the Yan Palace was heavily guarded, and all guards and officials entering and leaving were required to be inspected... If that "expert" could ignore all this and escape the eyes of the elite imperial guards, then it would only take a few minutes for him to kill Ying Zhen, and he would not need to "instruct" Queen Mother Yin at all.

"You mean... the place we want to check is the place she frequents?"

"There are still some places he passed by, but it's too late now. At most, we can only find some clues and traces."

After saying this, Wu Ming sighed deeply.

Several days have passed since the coronation ceremony. If I had followed this line of thought at that time, I might have had a chance to find something.