Guarding the border: I am sanctified in the flesh

Chapter 103 Prince Wei, Wu Lingzhao's Careful Thoughts

"That's a spiritual tower, a kind of spiritual weapon."

Liu Zhi explained: "As a super sect, the Xingyun Sect still has some heritage. Since ancient times, there have been many spiritual weapons passed down, but most of them have been damaged."

"The Trial Tower is one of the few well-preserved spiritual artifacts."

"He is the core disciple of the Nebula Sect. Only when he reaches a certain level of cultivation can he enter the place of trial."

"It is said that the trial effect is very good."

"But it's too boring, and it needs to be in the trial tower for a long time to be more effective."

"My sister originally wanted to wait to enter the Tower of Trials, but because she failed in the contest with you, she made up her mind."

Liu Zhi reminded: "My sister has such a temper, she will never give up until she achieves her goal, I'm afraid you will suffer in the future."

"fine."

Lu Fan smiled and said, "At least I can be brisk for two years."

"You are in a good mood."

Liu Zhi sighed: "If someone else doesn't know how to get a headache?"

"He has the best mentality."

Lu Fan pointed to Ye Wuchen not far away, and saw him lying on the wicker chair at the door of the living room with a relaxed expression.

"really."

Liu Zhi nodded in agreement, "By the way, I came to see you today because I want to take you out for a stroll around the capital."

"right."

Lu Fan remembered that he promised Liu Zhi last time.

"Okay, let's go for a walk."

He has been practicing very hard recently, so he just went out to relax.

By the way, eat more delicious food to increase your attribute points.

As for the body training technique, wait for him to go to the palace at noon or in the afternoon, and exchange it for it.

Can't waste much time.

Besides, he is not so urgent now.

"Ye Wuchen, do you want to go too?"

Liu Zhi extended an invitation to Ye Wuchen.

After getting along a few times, he had a good impression of Ye Wuchen.

The most important thing is that Ye Wuchen is Lu Fan's friend, which is equivalent to his friend.

"No."

Ye Wuchen shook his head, "You guys go, I'm learning about sword skills."

"Ok."

Liu Zhi stopped persuading her and went out with Lu Fan.

However, Lu Fan heard Ye Wuchen's evasion, and felt a little puzzled. It is said that Ye Wuchen and Liu Zhi have similar family backgrounds, so they should be friends.

But Ye Wuchen's attitude is obvious, he doesn't want to make friends with Liu Zhi.

why?
Is it because Ye Wuchen looks down on Liu Zhi?
It seems that this is not exactly the reason.

Could it be that he doesn't want to get too close to the Liu family?

possible.

In fact, Lu Fan also knows that although the Liu family is powerful, it is too conspicuous and will be stared at by many forces, even jealous.

Getting involved with the Liu family may not be a good thing.

"drive!"

Lu Fan and Liu Zhi got into the carriage, the young man driving the carriage swung down the whip, and the carriage galloped away.

Out of the imperial city, came to the inner city.

The noise suddenly rang in my ears, the streets were crowded with people, and there was an endless stream of pedestrians coming and going.

The prosperity of the capital can be seen here at a glance.

The carriage continued on and came to Fengming Street, the busiest street in the capital.

Lu Fan and Liu Zhi got off the carriage on the street.

"You go and park the carriage and go wandering by yourself."

Liu Zhi ordered: "Come pick us up in the afternoon."

"Yes."

The boy agreed and drove away.

"Let's go."

Liu Zhi and Lu Fan walked side by side.

The two wandered aimlessly in the street, and they ate a few mouthfuls when they encountered delicious food.

"I heard you are a good gambler."

Liu Zhi suggested: "Why don't we go to the casino?"

"Don't go."

Lu Fan refused.

Although he is skilled in gambling, he doesn't like gambling.

For him, money has little meaning.

No matter how much money you win, you can't spend it all.

"Then go to the brothel?"

Liu Zhi smiled and said: "The brothels on this street, there are a few good oirans, why don't I take you to meet them?"

"Not interested in."

Lu Fan still doesn't like those vulgar fans.

"Or go to Goulan."

Liu Zhi pointed to not far away, and said: "The new top guy there has a good voice and a charming appearance, especially those eyes, which can enthrall the soul."

"Never mind."

Lu Fan refused again, "I don't understand."

Liu Zhi scratched his head, although he had been together for so long, he really didn't know what Lu Fan liked.

Seems like eating and drinking?

But what else?

"You don't have to worry about it either."

Lu Fan seemed to see Liu Zhi's embarrassment, and said with a smile: "Just walk with me on the street, if you come across something delicious, let's taste it, and if you find something interesting, let's stop and have a look."

"alright."

Liu Zhi nodded and agreed.

The two continued to hang out.

A noble young man walked towards him. He looked eighteen or nineteen years old, dressed gorgeously, and was quite handsome, but he had a gloomy face, as if he was in a bad mood.

Especially those eyes, showing a little coldness, making people afraid to look directly at them.

With his hands behind his back, he walked unhurriedly.

A follower followed behind him, following every step.

"Ok?"

Lu Fan suddenly felt something was wrong.

There seemed to be many pairs of eyes around, staring at this noble young man.

Although those people were all dressed as civilians, Lu Fan could tell at a glance that these people were all Lianjiazi, and their strength was not weak.

Even have special training.

I have some imagination with Long Yingwei.

what's the situation?
Seemingly casual, Lu Fan scanned the street and suddenly found a familiar figure.

Wu Lingzhao?
What is she here for?
Lu Fan was even more puzzled.

Because Wu Lingzhao's gaze was on that noble young master right now.

And Wu Lingzhao was not alone, she was accompanied by two teenagers.

The three of them acted suspiciously, hiding and hiding, as if they were following that noble young master.

There is no one else in his eyes.

So much so that Wu Lingzhao didn't notice Lu Fan and Liu Zhi walking on the street.

Strange, who is that noble young master?

Just as Lu Fan was thinking about it, he saw that noble young man came to a bun shop, picked up a bun, and took a bite.

Then he frowned.

"What kind of broken buns are so unpalatable? Bah!"

Your young master slammed the bun in his hand to the ground.

The owner of the steamed stuffed bun shop pretended not to see it, not only didn't speak, he didn't even dare to look at the noble young man.

Your son continued to walk forward, but the owner of the steamed stuffed bun shop didn't stop him.

After walking a few steps, he suddenly turned around and glared at the boss, "Why don't you let me lose money?"

"Don't dare."

The boss had a smile on his face and waved his hands again and again.

"You're very smart."

The young master put his hands behind his back again and continued to move forward.

After walking a few steps, he came to a grocery stand, picked up a string of bracelets, put them on his hands, and continued walking without paying.

The grocery stall owner didn't dare to say anything.

Afterwards, your young master visited several stalls in a row, eating and taking food, but no one dared to ask him for money.

As he was walking on the road, pedestrians stepped aside one after another, keeping away from him like a plague god.

At this time, Lu Fan and Liu Zhi met him head-on.

He saw Liu Zhi with disdain on his face.

But when he turned his gaze to Lu Fan, there was a little more surprise and solemnity in his eyes.

Although it was not easy to detect, it was captured by Lu Fan keenly.

The two passed by, and he didn't look for trouble as Lu Fan expected, but didn't say anything.

Lu Fan glanced at Wu Lingzhao who was not far away, and saw that Wu Lingzhao was still hiding, as if he had discovered Liu Zhi and did not dare to show his face.

"Do you know that person just now?"

Lu Fan thought of your young master's expression on Liu Zhi, and thought that maybe there was some grievance between the two of them?
"It's not just me who knows?"

Liu Zhi curled his lips, "There are not many people in the entire capital who don't know him."

"is it?"

Lu Fan asked, "Which family is he from?"

"His name is Wei Lingran, and he is from the Kingdom of Wei."

Liu Zhi whispered, "And he's still the Prince of Wei."

"Ok?"

Lu Fan was stunned and said, "How dare the Prince of Wei be so arrogant in our Zhou Dynasty?"

"It's a long story."

Liu Zhi shook his head lightly, "Although he is the prince of Wei, he has never lived in Wei. He has been in the capital of Da Zhou since he was born, and he has been here for eighteen or nineteen years, right?"

"Oh?"

Lu Fan was greatly surprised, "Is there such a thing?"

"This matter started decades ago."

Liu Zhi said: "About 40 years ago, at that time, the soldiers of the State of Wei were strong, and there were many masters. Coupled with the ambition of the Great Wei Emperor, at the beginning of the year, he took the initiative to invade the border of our Great Zhou and provoked a war."

"I know this."

Lu Fan nodded. Although the war had passed for a long time, it was still mentioned frequently.

Especially in the barracks.

The Wei State is in the north of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and it is regarded as the most powerful neighboring country.

Several other countries are not weak.

For example, Xia State in the northwest, Yan State in the northeast, Chu State in the west, and Qi State in the east are all very powerful.

Of course, there is also Chu State in the south.

Relatively speaking, the Yue State in the southeast and the Shu State in the southwest are relatively weak.

Da Zhou was surrounded by eight countries, relying on its vast land, abundant resources, large population, and the intimidation of many powerful people, it has been able to be stable for so many years.

The most important thing is that the most powerful state of Wei is recuperating.

"That battle lasted for several years. In the end, I won the big week, but it was also a miserable victory."

Liu Zhi sighed: "Not only Wei Guo's vitality was seriously injured, but our Great Zhou also suffered heavy losses, and countless masters were killed or injured."

"Fortunately, after these years of recuperation, Da Zhou has not only regained his vitality, but also has a good trend."

"Continuing with the current momentum, it is very possible to restore the prosperity of the dynasty back then."

"However, I heard that the development momentum of Wei State is also good, and the border of my Great Zhou is still not stable."

"It's too far."

Liu Zhi shook his head lightly, "After the defeat of the Wei State, we agreed to pay compensation and cede the land, and sent the then prince as a hostage, so I, Da Zhou, was willing to retreat."

"Otherwise, we're afraid we'll go to the capital of Wei State."

"The prince's name is Wei Jing'an. He was less than ten years old at the time. After being sent to the Great Zhou Dynasty, he has been living in the Proton Mansion."

"In the beginning, he was under strict supervision, and then gradually relaxed, and his freedom was no longer restricted."

"He can be allowed to enter and leave the Proton Mansion, but he is not allowed to leave the capital."

"In that year, he met a woman. After they got married, they gave birth to a son, who is now Wei Lingran."

"More than ten years later, that is, a few years ago, the emperor of Wei Guo used [-] high-quality war horses to redeem Wei Jing'an and his wife."

"But Wei Lingran stayed."

"Continue to be the proton of the Wei State, so as to warn the Wei State that when wars are launched in the future, we must consider the consequences."

After a short pause, Liu Zhi continued: "After Wei Jing'an left, Wei Lingran's personality changed drastically, from the original honesty and politeness to the current domineering, self-willed and overbearing."

"Especially recently, Wei Lingran has gotten even worse!"

Liu Zhi whispered, "Wei Jing'an just succeeded to the throne not long ago and became the emperor of the Great Wei Kingdom, and Wei Lingran is his only prince."

"So it is."

Lu Fan nodded, he understood somewhat, the reason why Wei Lingran's personality changed a lot was not only because of his parents' sudden departure, but maybe it was to better protect himself.

Just like Liu Zhi.

Liu Zhi is not really a dandy, but is doing it for some people to see.

Just to reassure those people.

The same may be true for Wei Lingran. The more unbearable he behaves, the more Da Zhou will relax his vigilance against him. He may even be redeemed in the future and have the opportunity to return to Wei.

At that time, he will become the Crown Prince of the Wei Kingdom, and will become the Emperor of the Great Wei Kingdom in the future.

It was because of his unbearable behavior that Da Zhou might let him go. Even if he became the emperor of Wei, he would not be a good emperor.

It does not pose too much threat to Da Zhou.

Of course, this is just Wei Lingran's wishful thinking. There are so many talented people in Da Zhou, it's impossible not to see his intentions.

Therefore, it is almost impossible for him to return to Wei State.

But after all, the Emperor of Wei is the only prince like him, and he will definitely try to get him back to Wei.

Maybe they will send someone to contact him and conspire to discuss some things.

And Da Zhou will definitely take strict precautions.

Presumably those people who are hiding in the dark are the people sent by the Emperor of Zhou to secretly protect him and even monitor him.

As long as any suspicious person contacts him, he will definitely be arrested and interrogated severely.

Lu Fan sorted out some things, but he still couldn't figure out one thing. What was Wu Lingzhao following Wei Lingran for?
What does this have to do with her?
What is her intention?
Thinking of this, Lu Fan pouted in the direction where Wu Lingzhao was, "Who do you think is there?"

"Ok?"

Only then did Liu Zhi see Wu Lingzhao, and strode over, "Lingzhao, why are you here?"

"Leave me alone?"

Wu Lingzhao didn't even look at Liu Zhi, but gave Lu Fan a hard look, and walked away.

"It's so hot!"

Liu Zhi turned around, looked at Wu Lingzhao's back, and was stunned.

Lu Fan also turned around, only to see Wu Lingzhao running a few steps, and then chasing after Wei Lingran.

"She seems to be following Wei Lingran?"

Liu Zhi also noticed it, and said in a daze, "What exactly does she want?"

"do not know."

Lu Fan really couldn't think of it, so he reminded: "You can try to ask her."

"Ah."

Liu Zhi nodded slightly, showing worry, "This girl has always been bold, and she will often come up with some weird ideas. I'm afraid she will do something stupid."

"Then keep an eye on her."

Lu Fan said, "Just don't give her a chance."

"we can only do this."

Liu Zhi sighed softly, and said, "She's too annoying, and she's gotten into trouble a lot before."

……

……

in the afternoon.

Lu Fan returned home and changed his clothes, then went out to the palace.

When he came to Donghua Gate, he took off his badge and handed it to the guard guarding the gate.

"It turned out to be Lu Shiwei, disrespect and disrespect!"

After seeing the waist card, the guard guarding the gate suddenly changed his expression and cupped his fists at Lu Fan.

"We are all colleagues, you are welcome."

Lu Fan cupped his fists in return, then he took back his badge and stepped into the palace.

Unimpeded along the way, came to Zangshu Pavilion.

Li Ruoqiu was still sitting and reading in the lobby on the first floor, when she heard footsteps, she raised her head and saw clearly that it was Lu Fan, she was a little surprised, "You're here."

"Ah."

Lu Fan nodded, took out "The Body of Ten Thousand Refinements", and handed it to Li Ruoqiu, "I want to change to this body training technique."

"So fast?"

Li Ruoqiu was very surprised, "Why don't you watch it for a while?"

"I will write it down first, and I will practice slowly later."

Lu Fan said: "After all, I can't stay in the capital all the time. I want to read all the books on body training earlier and keep them in my mind."

"Oh, I see."

Li Ruoqiu felt relieved, "Come with me."

The two came to the tenth floor of Zangshu Pavilion, and Lu Fan quickly found a new ninth-level body training technique, "Mind Training".

"That's it."

Lu Fan handed over the exercises to Li Ruoqiu.

"Why have you been training your body?"

Li Ruoqiu finally couldn't hold back, and asked the doubt in his heart, "Why don't you cultivate other martial skills?"

"Because body training has improved me the most."

Lu Fan told the truth.

"is it?"

Li Ruoqiu didn't really believe it, "How did I hear that the body refining technique is the most useless? Besides, even if the body refining technique is useful, wouldn't it be enough to practice it once?"

"It varies from person to person."

Lu Fan thought of a reason, "Maybe it's because I'm afraid of death?"

"what?"

Li Ruoqiu was stunned for a moment, covered her mouth and said with a smile: "You are really sincere."

"correct."

Lu Fan was also a little curious, "You are here, can you look through all the exercises and martial arts at will?"

"of course not."

Li Ruoqiu shook her head lightly, and pointed to the top of her head, "I can't casually look through the exercises and martial arts above the tenth level."

"Besides, even the exercises and martial arts below the tenth level have all restrictions on me."

"I only learn swordsmanship."

Li Ruoqiu said with a smile: "Not as knowledgeable as you, who know everything and are good at everything."

"I was greedy."

Lu Fan humbly said, "Instead, it's better for you to concentrate on learning swords."

"I heard that your sword skills are also good."

Li Ruoqiu suggested: "Why don't we discuss each other today?"

"Never mind."

Lu Fan refused without thinking, "I'm in a hurry to go back to practice."

"Okay, next time."

Li Ruoqiu was quite regretful, but she didn't persuade her much, she believed that there would always be a chance.

The two were talking and came downstairs.

Lu Fan signed his name on the registration book, put his fingerprint on it, and left with "Mind Training".

When passing by the side hall, he went in to say hello.

"High commander!"

"It's Lu Fan."

When Gao Wancheng saw him, he got up and greeted him warmly, "I haven't seen you for a long time, why don't you stay tonight and have a few drinks with me?"

"it is good."

Lu Fan did not refuse.

He had a conversation with Gao Wancheng and returned to his room.

After taking off his shoes and going to bed, Lu Fan took out his mind exercises and looked through them carefully.

After a while, he put down his exercises, sat cross-legged on the bed, and began to practice.

……

……

ten days later.

June 26th, morning.

After breakfast, Lu Fan returned to his bedroom. After going to bed, he opened the properties panel.

Name: Lu Fan

Lifespan: 17/1000
Power: 184.26
Agility: 64.39
Mental Power: 63.45
Physical strength: 192.83
Cultivation level: third grade

Cultivation method: Vientiane town magic power is complete, the eighth level of the Taoist scriptures (2167/20000)

Martial arts: Perfection of Liu Yushen Body, Perfection of Thousands of Exercises, Perfection of Body Training of Gods and Demons, Perfection of Nine Turns of Golden Body, Perfection of Body of Thousands of Exercises, Perfection of Mind Training (3/30)

Assignable Attribute Points: 40.89
In ten days, Lu Fan cultivated his heart-training skills to perfection, increasing his strength by 7 points, mental strength by 2 points, agility by 2 points, and physical strength by 15 points.

Gongfa Daojing continued to improve steadily.

Spirit power is also growing rapidly.

According to Lu Fan's estimate, his current real strength is not weaker than that of a first-rank high-level powerhouse.

Even in the face of a peak powerhouse of the first rank, he can remain invincible.

As long as he doesn't meet a congenital master, no one can threaten him.

continue!

Lu Fan closed his eyes and re-entered the cultivation state.

After an unknown amount of time, there was a knock on the door.

"Dong dong dong."

Zhiqing's voice came, "Young master, Eunuch Gui came to invite you, saying that the emperor has announced you to enter the palace, and we have important matters to discuss."

"come in."

Lu Fan got up and got out of bed, when Zhiqing came in, took out the official uniform, and carefully helped him put it on.

"Didn't say anything?"

"I didn't say anything."

Zhiqing shook her head lightly, "Eunuch Gui is waiting in the living room."

"it is good."

Lu Fan left the bedroom and came to the living room, where he saw a little eunuch drinking tea.

It's the little eunuch next to the emperor, who seems to be called Xiao Guizi?
"Lord Lu."

Seeing Lu Fan coming out, Xiao Guizi got up quickly, with a smile on his face, "The emperor is waiting for you, shall we go now?"

"Row."

Lu Fan stepped out, "Please."

Xiao Guizi followed behind him, and the two left the Lu residence, got into the carriage, and headed straight for the palace.

After half an hour.

Lu Fan has come to the door of the imperial study.

Two young eunuchs were guarding the door, and when they saw Lu Fan approaching, they all smiled, "Master Lu, please come in quickly."

While talking, the two opened the door for Lu Fan.

"It's work."

Lu Fan cupped his fists and entered the imperial study.

Only Li Tianrun was there.

"See Your Majesty!"

Lu Fan stepped forward and bowed his hands in salute.

"Exemption."

Li Tianrun nodded slightly, "Sit down."

"Yes."

Lu Fan sat down as he said.

Li Tianrun frowned and pondered for a while, raised his head, looked at Lu Fan and said, "I have a very important task. After thinking about it, I still think you are the most suitable."

"Your Majesty, please speak."

From Li Tianrun's expression, Lu Fan could tell that this matter must be very important and difficult.

If he can complete this task, military exploits will definitely be indispensable.

Li Tianrun asked: "Have you heard of proton Wei Lingran?"

"Yes."

Lu Fan didn't hide anything, "I met this person on the street ten days ago, and I asked Liu Zhi about him."

"That's fine."

Li Tianrun nodded, "This mission is related to him."

"After the news of Wei Jing'an's ascension to the throne came, I sent more people to watch Wei Lingran day and night."

"However, so many days have passed, but there is no gain."

"Wei Lingran is the same as before. There seems to be nothing suspicious, but I know that he must have heard about Wei Guo, and knows that his father has become the emperor of Wei Guo."

"Some time ago, Wei Jingan specially sent someone to redeem Wei Lingran, and offered generous terms for this, but I rejected them all."

"I don't want to let Wei Lingran go back yet."

Speaking of this, Li Tianrun glanced at Lu Fan, "Because I think this person may not be as simple as he appears on the surface. Everything he does now is his disguise."

"Yes."

Lu Fan nodded in agreement, "Very likely."

(End of this chapter)