Guarding the border: I am sanctified in the flesh

Chapter 86 Concentrating on cultivation, steadily improving strength

After Lu Fan and Su Mu finished eating the biscuits, they walked around the street a few more times.

The mouths of the two were hardly idle.

All kinds of famous food, delicacies, tasted all over.

As their strength grew, their appetites also grew.

Especially Lu Fan, whose appetite now far exceeds that of Su Mu.

The two ate until noon before returning to the barracks.

On the way back to the dormitory, Lu Fan took the time to look at the attribute panel, and the assignable attribute increased by 0.6.

The effect is very good.

"Lu Fan."

Yang Cheng stood at the door of the dormitory and waved to him, "The captain is looking for you."

"Oh."

Lu Fan changed direction and walked towards the small courtyard where Song Xiucheng lived.

Entering the yard, he came to the door of the house, and he knocked on the door.

"come in."

Song Xiucheng's voice sounded.

Lu Fan pushed the door open and entered, "Captain, are you still not going home during the Chinese New Year?"

"I have something to tell you."

Song Xiucheng nodded slightly, "I'll come back after I finish."

"Oh."

Under Song Xiucheng's gesture, Lu Fan sat opposite him.

"I heard that you went to Langui Street today?"

Song Xiucheng poured a cup of tea for Lu Fan.

"Ah."

Lu Fan picked up his teacup and blew lightly, "Su Mu and I walked around the street."

"I'm looking for you, in fact, it's the meaning of commanding adults."

Song Xiucheng put down the teapot and said, "My lord commanded me to explain it to you carefully."

"Oh?"

Lu Fan didn't understand, "Explain what?"

"Regarding the matter of the Bloody Clothes Gang, Sir Commander is actually a last resort."

Song Xiucheng sighed, and said, "My lord is afraid that you will think too much, so let me talk to you."

"That's it."

Lu Fan didn't expect that Li Yongtai cared so much about him that he had to ask Song Xiucheng to explain such a trivial matter.

"The Commander really thinks highly of you."

Song Xiucheng was a little envious at this moment, "I've never seen Lord Commander treat others like this."

"My lord's great love for me, I will always remember it in my heart."

Lu Fan said: "There is also the captain, who also takes good care of me. I am very grateful."

"Your boy can talk."

Song Xiucheng nodded slightly, "Alright, let's get down to business."

"You may also know that although Xiu Rui and Xu Qing are both in our Dragon Shadow Guard's prison, they both have a hard mouth and don't say anything."

"Moreover, several forces are putting pressure on the Commander, wanting him to let the two go."

"Even the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Punishment were alarmed and urged several times to bring him back to the capital for interrogation."

"They were all blocked by the commander."

"But adults are under a lot of pressure, and even a little passive."

"Fortunately, the battle against the horse thieves was fought beautifully, which greatly relieved the pressure on the adults."

Speaking of this, Song Xiucheng glanced at Lu Fan, "However, in this way, it is impossible for Commander-in-Chief to mobilize the Bloody Clothes Gang. All kinds of resistance are too great."

"Oh."

Lu Fan somewhat understood.

Some forces may not necessarily want to protect Rui and Xu Qing. The reason why they put pressure on Li Yongtai may be just to keep the bloody gang.

This can be regarded as a disguised form of besieging Wei and saving Zhao.

Of course, there are also forces that really want to protect Rui Rui and Xu Qing.

It is equivalent to the three forces jointly exerting pressure on Li Yongtai. This pressure can be imagined.

"There is one more important point."

Song Xiucheng continued: "The Bloody Clan will help maintain the stability of Zhennan Pass, because he listens to us."

"If the Bloody Clothes Gang is eradicated again, there must be other gang forces coming in."

"It won't be long before it will return to the original situation."

"It's better to use the Bloody Clothes Gang for the time being, and deal with them later when the time is right."

After finishing speaking, Song Xiucheng asked, "What do you think?"

"Captain, I'm just a soldier, just be responsible for carrying out orders, you don't need to ask for my opinion."

Lu Fan said: "You and Commander-in-Chief, you can do whatever you think is appropriate. I'm fine."

Even though he said that, he actually understood it.

The reason why the Bloody Gang was obedient was obviously because they had reached an agreement with the upper echelons of the Zhennan Army.

The person behind it is most likely one of the three commanders.

It might even be Zhao Fei.

With such a backstage, the Bloody Gang can annex the territory unscrupulously and snatch the business that originally belonged to the Sands Gang and the Black Tiger Gang.

The current situation has been formed, and one family dominates.

All the brothels, casinos, bars, restaurants, boats, etc. in the city that make money are all under the control of the bloody gang.

Countless benefits every day.

The benefits of these commanders and Zhao Fei are definitely indispensable.

What can he say?

After all, he is just a soldier now, with no power or influence.

The strength can barely be seen.

But compared with the three commanders and Zhao Fei, they are still far behind.

"do not worry."

Song Xiucheng smiled and patted Lu Fan, "The Commander told me that he will definitely clean up the Bloody Clothes Gang in the future, and use this to make all the gang forces dare not get involved in Zhennan Pass."

"Ah."

Lu Fan could only nod his head.

He knew very well in his heart that this was just a statement to appease him.

after?

How long is it?
That's off the charts.

It is equivalent to painting a cake for him.

As for whether it can be realized?
It's all up to his imagination.

"Okay, since you have no objection, let's do this first?"

Song Xiucheng stood up with a smile, "It's Chinese New Year today, you can relax with everyone, I won't keep you."

"Captain, hurry home."

Lu Fan also stood up, "Sister-in-law must be waiting anxiously."

"Ah."

Song Xiucheng smiled and said: "When I have time, I will invite you to my house for dinner. Your sister-in-law has always wanted to see you, but I pushed her away. I know you are busy with cultivation."

"it is good."

Lu Fan bid farewell and left.

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evening.

When Lu Fan and Su Mu came to the kitchen, the three of Yang Cheng had already arrived, found a table to sit down, and waved to them from afar.

"here."

"it is good."

Lu Fan and Su Mu walked over together and sat down facing each other.

Together with Yang Cheng, Pei Jun and Xu Bin, the five sat around a dining table, talking and laughing.

New Year's Eve dinner.

There is wine, meat, and many dishes.

The other tables were gradually filled with people.

It was the first time that there were as many people as today.

Even Ye Wuchen, who usually doesn't show up much, came.

"Can I sit here?"

Ye Wuchen walked over with a smile.

"sit down."

Lu Fan stepped aside and asked Ye Wuchen to sit beside him.

"I'm going to serve the dishes."

Yang Cheng got up first.

"I'll go as well."

Pei Jun and Xu Bin also followed.

"Then I'll get the wine."

Su Mu and Ye Wuchen sat face to face, a little embarrassed, they also got up and left.

"I heard that you know Liu Zhi?"

Ye Wuchen asked in a low voice.

"how do you know?"

Lu Fan was a little surprised. Normally, only he and Su Mu knew about this matter, and neither of them would take the initiative to tell others.

"It's true."

Ye Wuchen observed his words, and from Lu Fan's expression and words, he could tell that the news he heard was true.

"Liu Zhi said it himself."

"I heard that Liu Zhi has often mentioned you recently, is very proud of you, and said that you are his best friend."

Ye Wuchen asked again: "Is that so? You two are best friends?"

"How can I climb higher?"

Lu Fan shook his head lightly, "He is the young master of the Liu family, how can I compare his status and status?"

"It's still not sure who is climbing whom?"

Ye Wuchen smiled, "Although he has a good family background, his talent and strength are far inferior to yours. Even if he has good cultivation resources, he is not as good as you."

"Not necessarily."

Lu Fan said: "After all, he is young. One day he will figure it out and start working hard. Maybe he will catch up with me soon."

"No way!"

Ye Wuchenmei seemed to have full confidence in Lu Fan, "No matter how hard he tries, he will never catch up with you."

Then he changed the subject, his face became a little more solemn, "By the way, the reason I mentioned him is because I have something to remind you."

"what's up?"

Seeing the expression on Ye Wuchen's face, Lu Fan guessed it was not a good thing.

"There will be a martial arts competition in May next year. According to my prediction, we will set off for the capital in March. After all, the journey is far away, and we have to go there in advance to get used to it for a while."

Speaking of this, Ye Wuchen sighed suddenly, "However, you should be more careful when you go to the capital this time."

"Ok?"

Lu Fan was stunned: "Why?"

"He does not mean that."

Ye Wuchen said: "It is precisely because of Liu Zhi that he often praises you, so many people know you and remember you, but at the same time, he compares you with you in his heart."

"No matter how strong they are, at least they don't hold as much weight in Liu Zhi's heart as you do."

"That made a lot of people unconvinced."

"You may not know that there are too many children from aristocratic families in the capital who want to make friends with Liu Zhi, but Liu Zhi doesn't like any of them."

"I only think of you as a friend."

"And best friends."

"The children of those aristocratic families are definitely uncomfortable, but they dare not provoke Liu Zhi, so many people hold back their energy and want to wait for you to enter the capital, and then they will show you off."

After a short pause, Ye Wuchen continued: "There are many geniuses and masters among these people, and a few of them have even reached the second-rank cultivation base. It is really difficult to deal with."

"I see."

Lu Fan understood that many people felt frustrated with Liu Zhi, but wanted to take their anger out on him.

It really makes no sense!

Second grade cultivation?

Then he is not afraid!
Although he is not yet an opponent.

But two months later, when he went to the capital, even if he met a second-rank expert, he still had the confidence to defeat him.

"So, Liu Zhi really has no friends?"

"Yes."

Ye Wuchen nodded, "Don't look at Liu Zhi's mediocre strength, but he is very arrogant, even if he is a son of aristocratic family in the capital, he will look down on him."

"What about you?"

Lu Fan was a little curious, "It's impossible that he doesn't even like you?"

"I?"

Ye Wuchen smiled, "I'm not from the capital, and I've never met Liu Zhi, but I've only heard of his name."

"Oh."

Lu Fan asked casually, "Then where are you from?"

"My home is in Jinling City."

Ye Wuchen took the opportunity to send out an invitation, "If I have time in the future, I will take you to have a look."

"Row."

Lu Fan knew that Jinling City was the second largest city in Great Zhou after the capital city.

It is also the largest city in the south.

One south and one north of the capital echo each other from a distance.

All kinds of families, sects, and gangs have taken root in Jinling City.

The power of Jinling City is also quite complicated.

The strong are like clouds.

Even compared with the capital, it is not inferior.

Ye family can produce a genius master like Ye Wuchen, it should be a big family in Jinling City.

The two were talking, Yang Cheng and the others came back with food.

Su Mu took two jars of wine and several large bowls.

The food and wine are placed on the dining table, full of them.

There are a total of more than a dozen dishes, mainly meat.

Beef, Lamb, Ribs, Chicken, Fish, Shrimp, etc.

Everything is available.

Su Mu filled six bowls of wine and brought them to everyone one by one. When it was Ye Wuchen's turn, he smiled and said, "I'm sorry, I had a problem with you before, and I often said bad things about you."

"it's already over."

Ye Wuchen smiled and said: "I know you are not convinced, so try your best to surpass me."

"it is good."

The knot in Su Mu's heart has long been untied.

Also relieved.

Compared with Ye Wuchen, he is just an ordinary person.

Not counting background, just looking at talent, he is far inferior to the other party.

Even if the two change their identities, maybe he is still not Ye Wuchen's opponent.

Just like the gap between Lu Fan and Liu Zhi.

But no matter what, he can't give up his efforts. Although he can't surpass Ye Wuchen, at least he can't let the other party leave him too far.

Lu Fan was very relieved to see the two reconciled.

In the military camp, between comrades in arms, there should be no grudges.

Some things, just say it face to face.

You can't hold it in your heart, otherwise it will become more and more uncomfortable.

"bring it on."

Lu Fan stood up, picked up the wine bowl, and said with a smile, "Let's touch this first bowl of wine, and it's all gone."

"it is good!"

Several people got up at the same time, held up their wine glasses, touched each other, "Do it!"

Lifting his neck, a large bowl of wine filled his stomach.

Other tables also drank.

There was a lot of toasting and laughter.

For a while, the atmosphere was extremely lively.

New Year!
New year, new start.

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……

After the new year, Lu Fan didn't go anywhere, but stayed in the barracks, devoting himself to cultivation.

A month has passed in the blink of an eye.

This day is the second day of February, in the morning.

Lu Fan woke up from his trance and opened the attribute panel.

Name: Lu Fan

Lifespan: 16/600
Power: 100.47
Agility: 31.79
Mental Power: 34.61
Physical strength: 88.54
Cultivation: fifth grade

Kung Fu: Vientiane town magic power sixth level (4600/5000)

Martial arts: the perfection of Liu Yushen physical skills, the perfection of thousands of hammers and hundreds of exercises, the perfection of body exercises of gods and demons
Assignable Attribute Points: 95.89
It took more than a month for Lu Fan to complete the training of gods and demons. His strength increased by 15 points, his agility increased by 4 points, and his mental strength increased by 4 points.

Physical strength has increased by a full 30 points.

The effect of the God Demon body training skill is not only to increase various attributes, but also to greatly strengthen his physical body.

Let his physical body be as strong as a god and demon.

It can even ignore the full blow of the third-rank powerhouse.

Coupled with the usual sporadic growth of various attributes, Lu Fan's current real strength far exceeds that of the third rank.

It is almost as strong as the second-rank elementary level, and it can even be stronger.

The Vientiane town demon skill is still short of 400 experience points. With Lu Fan's current practice speed, it can be upgraded within ten days.

At that time, he can be promoted to the fourth rank.

The assignable attribute points have increased by another 15 points, for a total of 95 attribute points, which is equivalent to 9500 experience points.

When he has human-level skills, he will add them all at once.

It will definitely be very enjoyable.

continue!

Had breakfast.

Lu Fan came to Zangshu Pavilion with the body training technique of gods and demons.

Today's guard is still Old Wei.

"Old man, I will give you back the exercises."

Lu Fan handed the exercises in his hand to Old Wei, and said, "I want to exchange [-] combat achievements for a book of ninth-level body training."

"Did you finish training so soon?"

There was a hint of surprise on Old Wei Gujing's calm face. He raised his head and looked directly into Lu Fan's eyes, but he only saw clarity, purity, and a little kindness.

Not half evil.

Not to mention any negative emotions.

It seems that this set of exercises did not affect Lu Fan's xinxing.

Old Wei was a little relieved.

"I remembered it all."

Lu Fan said, "I won't keep it in my hands."

"Okay, come with me."

The two went upstairs to the fifth floor.

Lu Fan directly found the Nine Turns Golden Body, held it in his hand, and said, "Let's just take it."

"Why have you been training your body?"

Old Wei couldn't hold back, and asked out the puzzlement in his heart.

"Because I'm afraid of dying."

Lu Fan said with a smile: "Learn the body training technique, at least the chance of saving your life is better."

"This……"

Old Wei was speechless.

He was stunned for a while, then shook his head, "It's not enough to just be beaten, even if you can stand invincible, you can't win."

"It's ok."

Lu Fan has already made up his mind, "First lay the foundation, and after a while, I will practice other ninth-level martial arts."

He had made up his mind a long time ago that he wanted to get a few more No.1s in this competition.

In addition to human-level skills, he also has to win several ninth-level martial arts books.

For example, knife skills, spear skills, body skills, and so on.

"You are different at this young age, and your path is different from others."

Old Wei sighed: "But without the experience of the predecessors, there will be a great risk. I am afraid that you will go crazy and fall into the devil's way."

"Will not."

Lu Fan said: "As long as you stick to your heart, you will not be afraid of any temptation."

"Ok."

Old Wei praised, "Don't look at your young age, you can see clearly."

The two were talking, came downstairs, and finished the formalities.

"Old man, I'm leaving."

Lu Fan put the exercises into his arms, bid farewell and left.

"This young man!"

Old Wei stared at Lu Fan's back, and murmured: "It's not easy! Maybe it can really make him walk an unusual path."

When Lu Fan returned to the dormitory, he just opened the door, and before he could enter, he saw Yang Cheng waving to him, "Master Commander is looking for you, go quickly."

"Oh."

Lu Fan agreed, closed the door, and turned back to Li Yongtai's residence.

Li Yongtai seems to be very busy recently, he hasn't seen each other much for nearly a month.

Soon he came to Li Yongtai's residence, entered the yard, walked to the small building, and knocked on the door.

"come in."

Li Yongtai's voice sounded.

"Yes."

When Lu Fan entered the room, he saw Li Yongtai sitting there drinking tea, looking a little tired.

"sit down."

"Yes."

After Lu Fan sat down, Li Yongtai poured him a cup of tea.

"Recently, I went back to the capital and told the emperor in detail about Long Yingwei's recent actions."

Li Yongtai rubbed his head and said with a smile: "After hearing this, the emperor was very happy and even praised you a few words."

"Thank you for your kindness, my lord."

Lu Fan stood up to express his thanks.

"Why are you being polite to me?"

Li Yongtai smiled, "Sit down quickly."

"Yes."

Lu Fan sat down again.

"I'm just telling the truth, and I didn't exaggerate your achievements at all."

Li Yongtai smiled and said: "It is your own ability to get His Majesty's approval, so you don't need to thank me."

"My lord is too kind to me."

Lu Fan really didn't know what to say, so he could only deal with it casually: "I will keep it in my heart."

"Okay, let's not talk about that."

Li Yongtai waved his hand and asked: "It's about to be a big martial arts competition, how are you preparing? Are you confident to come back with a first name?"

"Have."

Lu Fan didn't hide his ambition this time, "I will do my best to get a first name back."

"it is good."

Li Yongtai praised and said: "I'm not going to hide it from you, as long as you can win any first place in this competition, the emperor will definitely use you!"

"Yes."

Lu Fan replied loudly: "I will definitely live up to your expectations!"

"I'm looking for you today, and I have something important to tell you."

Li Yongtai picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea, and then said unhurriedly: "The identity of Mr. Liao has been found out."

"Oh?"

As soon as Lu Fan heard it, he became energetic, "So, the identity of that young master has also been found out?"

"That's not true, but it's coming soon."

Li Yongtai shook his head lightly, "You may not believe it, but the person surnamed Liao is from Chu."

"Chu people?"

Lu Fan was stunned for a moment, and then realized, "Could it be that young master is also from Chu?"

"Probably."

A hint of anger appeared on Li Yongtai's face, "Based on my guess, these horse thieves are controlled by the court of Chu State, and their purpose is to burn, kill and loot in the territory of Da Zhou, create chaos, and plunder property along the way."

"His heart can be punished!"

"Using such a despicable method."

Li Yongtai became angrier as he spoke, he slapped the table, and shouted: "When I find out the identity of that person, I will definitely get back the blood debt he owed from him!"

"It seems that the man is from the court of Chu State."

Lu Fan also wanted to understand why the other party would deliberately control the horse thief.

And the horse thief is so obedient.

Just because that person represents the court of Chu State.

The so-called horse thieves might all be disguised as Chu people.

Not necessarily all of them, but at least those bosses are.

The leaders of the twelve horse thieves are even more so.

"It shouldn't be wrong."

Li Yongtai said bitterly: "Maybe he is still the royal family of Chu."

"Well, it's possible."

Lu Fan also agreed with this judgment.

"The one surnamed Liao is a scholar, named Liao Jinzhong."

Li Yongtai said: "He left home more than ten years ago, and has never heard from him since then, and never went back."

"He must have been bought by someone at that time, and after training, he was sent to Da Zhou."

"Let him be the liaison and be responsible for delivering the news."

Li Yongtai guessed: "He should usually live on the back mountain, but he will often go back and forth between Dazhou and Chu, as a bridge connecting the horse thief and the court of Chu."

"Yes."

Lu Fan agreed very much, "As for that son, he should be in Chu State at ordinary times, but he will come to Dazhou occasionally to find horse thieves and give special tasks."

"That's it."

Li Yongtai also thought of it, "If you want to find out the identity of the young master, you must first know where Liao Jinzhong has been all these years? Who have you been in contact with? Which forces have you joined? Then follow the clues to find out the result we want."

"Ah."

Lu Fan nodded.

"I will send people to Chu State to investigate these matters."

Li Yongtai said: "According to my estimation, it may take less than a month to have the result."

"That's great."

Lu Fan said: "We can take the next step when we find out the identity of the young master."

"Correct."

Li Yongtai glanced at Lu Fan, and said: "During this period of time, you should practice hard, don't think about anything, and come back with the first place in the competition first."

"Yes."

Lu Fan agreed loudly.

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(End of this chapter)