Chapter 648: Do you believe in light?

"I can try. Why did the Zhenren think of me?"

Pure Yang Zhenren hesitated for a moment before stating the reason. "The medicinal herbs recorded in the alchemy formula are too precious; some I haven't even heard of. I have studied it for several years and figured out one or two, preparing to use herbs with similar medicinal properties to replace them. The medicinal properties will certainly be insufficient. For many years, this is the first time I have tried to refine this type of alchemy formula. Looking at the medicinal herbs, I know ordinary people definitely cannot take it, for fear of harming their lives. As for martial artists, I don't have confidence in the specific situation. But you are a Ninth Rank martial artist; how few Ninth Rank martial artists are there in the world? Perhaps there will be some surprises."

The implication was that Ninth Rank martial artists had the ability to protect themselves and shouldn't be killed. At worst, they would get some pill poison.

Chen Guanlou was the only Ninth Rank martial artist he knew who could be discussed with, so he naturally couldn't let him go.

Other Ninth Rank martial artists were either irritable, extremely paranoid, and would kill at the slightest disagreement. Or they were in seclusion and wouldn't come out, or their whereabouts were uncertain.

In short, there wasn't one who was easy to discuss with.

A Ninth Rank martial artist in the world who was as easy to discuss with as Chen Guanlou could be called a rare anomaly, a rare animal or plant, a rare talent, only this one.

Pure Yang Zhenren's abacus beads were clicking; Chen Guanlou couldn't help but laugh. It was truly a coincidence, but he happened to possess the Longevity Dao Fruit, let alone one Qi-Inducing Pill, even ten or a hundred would be fine.

"Zhenren intends to use His Majesty's medicinal herbs for private work; this matter should still be handled cautiously. Keep the accounts well so that no one can find any flaws. The loss should also be sufficient, the more the better."

Taking advantage of the Emperor—if you don't take it, you don't take it. Of course, the advantage wasn't so easy to take. Every aspect had to be considered thoroughly.

"Jiang Jiang Yucheng Chen's reminder is correct."

The two looked at each other and smiled, having great tacit understanding.

Chen Guanlou took the opportunity to say that he was interested in the early Yu Dynasty, but because the historical records were vague and many records were lost, he couldn't read enough. He wanted to ask the Zhenren to borrow a few books to read.

Pure Yang Zhenren looked at him seriously; he had an open and honest appearance.

Pure Yang Zhenren smiled knowingly. "Jiang Jiang Yucheng Chen is interested in the legends of immortals in the early Yu Dynasty, right? No problem, I happen to have a few folk records passed down from that time. Take them back and read them as strange stories to pass the time."

"Thank you, Zhenren; I will definitely cherish the books."

"I am lending them to you; if you have time, you can copy them down."

"Really?"

In this day and age, if you want to copy books, you also have to get the consent of the book owner. If the other party doesn't nod, copying books without permission is comparable to theft.

Chen Guanlou, as half a scholar, naturally knew these rules.

"Since I have promised you, you can copy them with peace of mind. After copying, come back to me to exchange for other books."

"Thank you, Zhenren!"

Chen Guanlou was beaming with joy; he didn't expect borrowing books to be so easy, making him wish he could become sworn brothers on the spot.

If it weren't for his attachment to the red dust of the secular world, he would have wanted to enter the Daoist sect and study with concentration. Alas, he couldn't let go of Juanjuan, Pingping, Meimei, Xinxin...

Alas!

A mortal heart only deserves to roll in the red dust of the secular world.

At the time of parting, the two agreed on the time for the next meeting.

Pure Yang Zhenren finally couldn't help but remind him, "You living in the Heavenly Prison is very good! Don't move your position. If you really want to move, find a place with beautiful mountains and clear waters. According to what I know, the palace is collecting medicinal pills, looking like they are preparing for a certain Ninth Rank martial artist to impact the Grandmaster realm. Once the impact is successful, on the surface, the palace will have four Grandmasters, which is no small matter. You need to avoid the sharp edge."

"Did the Zhenren not count the imperial ancestor?"

If counted, that would be five Grandmasters.

Eunuch Wei, Zhou Mobai, plus a bird monk, plus the imperial ancestor, already had four. Another one would be five.

"The imperial ancestor is a Grand Grandmaster. He doesn't come out unless invited. Who knows what year or month he will come out next time? Naturally, there is no need to count him."

"Zhenren's words make sense. Zhenren, rest assured, I will naturally tuck my tail and behave; in the capital's domain, I dare not be arrogant. Last time I could draw with Master Qi, it was all luck."

"Luck or strength, you have already entered the eyes of the martial artists of the world. Privately, I don't know how many people are staring at you. Be careful in everything. Fortunately, you have no family, which is a blessing, as you have fewer weaknesses."

Chen Guanlou:...

He wanted to say that the women at the Marquis Prefecture were all busy wanting to find him a wife. They didn't even ask if he was willing. They practiced "I am doing this for your own good" to the extreme. He had made up his mind: the Marquis Prefecture could look all they wanted, but he wouldn't cooperate anyway. When the time came, there would be no groom, and if it turned into a joke, it would be the Marquis Prefecture's own fault.

Bidding farewell to Pure Yang Zhenren, Chen Guanlou returned straight to the capital. The mountains and wild fields were nothing to look at and couldn't keep his footsteps.

On the way, he met students of Jixia Academy. Why did he recognize them as students at a glance? Because the other party was wearing a school uniform.

Both sides looked at each other, both expressionless, and they also recognized each other. At least the students definitely recognized Chen Guanlou.

Finally, the students were sensible, silently making way and bowing to stand aside.

Chen Guanlou nodded slightly; the children could be taught, understanding etiquette and knowing propriety, much stronger than the few students who ran to the Heavenly Prison to cause trouble at the beginning.

Both sides passed each other.

"Dong Qiping and the other two are all dead."

"Who?"

Chen Guanlou was very confused.

He stared at the student, not understanding.

The student continued, "The three students who went to the Heavenly Prison to demand people are all dead."

"They are dead; what does it have to do with me?" Chen Guanlou was dissatisfied.

"They handled matters improperly, corrupted the reputation of Jixia Academy outside, brought about criticism, and brought about disaster. Jixia Academy couldn't tolerate them from top to bottom. All three were expelled from the academy. In less than half a year, all three died one after another."

"You suspect I did it?"

"No!" The student shook his head repeatedly, denying it flatly. "I wanted to say that they are all dead, so the grievances of the past should be settled."

"In my place, the moment the spar ended, all grievances were already settled. As for when your Jixia Academy settles this grievance, I'm afraid I don't know. You should go ask your teachers, ask them if the grievances of the past should be settled. I am broad-minded; if I have a grudge, I report it on the spot, and after reporting it, all grievances dissipate like smoke in the past. It's just that I don't know if the elders of your academy are as broad-minded as I am, and can tolerate all criticism."

Chen Guanlou finished speaking, and the student's face flushed slightly.

"Senior's lesson is correct. This junior was overestimating his own strength; I hope Senior won't hold it against me."

"I'm not holding it against you. If you aren't happy at the academy, why not let yourself go and change to a place to study."

Chen Guanlou left this sentence and left quickly.

The student still stood in place, staring foolishly. Even though the figure had disappeared into the horizon, he didn't take back his gaze.

He was like someone who had found a life goal; excitement appeared on his face, and the whole person suddenly became vivid from decadence, and his dark eyes also had luster.

Do you believe in light?

There was light in his eyes! ===== CHAPTER 649 =====