Hanging up and cultivating immortality in the troubled times

Chapter 31: Brief peace, the army is approaching
[Daozhenlu (Level 1): Daoxing can be consumed to upgrade the level of the method of protecting the Dao. The minimum consumption is 1 year of Daoxing. 】

[A total of 10 years of Taoist practice have been obtained, and the Tao Zhenlu has been upgraded to level 2. 】

Lu Heng checked the function description of "Daozhenlu" and suddenly felt happy.

Compared with the first level of Qi Refining, the total amount and quality of mana on the second level of Qi Refining have been greatly improved, and more advanced spells are needed.

Although the Wind Calling Curse can increase in power as long as more mana is poured into it, after all, it is only a low-level spell that can be cast at one level of Qi refining, and the upper limit is not high.

If the level of the Wind Calling Curse can be improved, its upper limit of power will definitely be increased.

So Lu Heng excitedly planned to improve the Wind Calling Curse.

But after opening the Daozhenlu panel, the smile on his face froze.

[Wind Calling Curse: It can be upgraded to the "Golden Wind Curse", which consumes 3 years of Taoism. 】

"However, I have only practiced Taoism for a total of six months now."

Lu Heng stood up with a bitter smile,

I had to temporarily give up my plan to upgrade my spell level.

However, at the current growth rate of three months of Tao Xing every day, it won’t take many days to accumulate enough Tao Xing for three years.

Don't be too anxious.

"The next target is the third level of Qi refining." Lu Heng thought to himself, "However, according to the description of "White Tiger's Secret of Killing", if you want to break through to the third level of Qi refining from the second level of Qi refining, in addition to cultivating your magic power to perfection, In addition, he also had to kill two powerful men whose life levels were equivalent to the third level of Qi Refining.

"If we follow the standard that the first level of Qi refining is equivalent to the seventh level of Ascension to Heaven, the second level of Qi refining is equivalent to the eighth level of Ascension to Heaven, and so on, I need to kill two strong men who are at the ninth level of Ascension to Heaven. This It’s not an easy thing.”

At the ninth level of Dengtian, he has mastered the Gang Qi, has the Zhen Gang to protect his body, and is invulnerable to weapons and weapons. He is known as the Grandmaster.

This is someone who can start a sect and create a lineage of inheritance. He is already considered a big shot in any force.

If you are in Jianghu, you are the master of a sect and the respect of a religion.

If you are also a high-ranking official in the temple, most ministers or local governors will be at this level.

Looking at the entire world, there are probably only a few thousand people.

It is not an easy task to find two such strong men to kill.

Even if it succeeds in the end, it is very likely to trigger a series of chain reactions, causing things to unfold in completely unexpected ways, resulting in very huge losses.

"Moreover, from the first level of Qi Refining to the second level, you only need to kill one enemy. Now you need to kill two. In the future, if you want to break through from the third level to the fourth level, will you need to kill three enemies? When you reach a higher level, Are there four, five, six... or even more requests?"

Lu Heng thought about what might happen in the future, and thought to himself, "If there is a chance in the future, it is best to practice other techniques. The "White Tiger Killing Secrets" is too murderous and can easily cause a lot of unnecessary dangers.

"However, everything has to wait until things settle down before we make any plans. Judging from the documents and letters previously found from the county government, it is estimated that Zhaoyang's army will be able to break through Kangzhou's capital city soon. Once the Kangzhou governor is in Heyang The county’s purchase of grain was exposed...

"It can take as long as two months or as little as one month, and the siege army is expected to arrive. Under such circumstances, the "White Tiger Killing Secrets" is indeed the most suitable technique for me."

……

Lu Heng's breakthrough did not cause much trouble in Heyang County.

After all, apart from Pei Zhiqing and Han Tong, not many people actually knew about this matter.

At most, people living near the abandoned courtyard heard some screams and hisses, but they would only think it was abnormal weather and not think much about it.

Moreover, because food prices are surprisingly cheap, even the poorest families can have a full meal every now and then, and the entire Heyang County has become more stable than ever before.

Everyone cherishes these hard-won stable days.

The hero Lu who single-handedly conquered all the big families in Heyang County was praised by every household. Some families even secretly built a shrine for him and worshiped him day and night to express their gratitude.Han Tong, who has the power to know county affairs as the chief clerk, also feels very lucky.

Have all the successive magistrates of Heyang County ever been so wealthy?
Not to mention Heyang County, even Jing County and Wang County are probably not so wealthy!
The grain in the Changping warehouse is piled up like a mountain, and the price of grain on the market is extremely cheap. It can even be sold to other counties in exchange for more goods.

Over time, Heyang County will definitely be able to get rid of the lower county level and jump up.

"This is all thanks to Master Lu." Han Tong was filled with emotion.

If it hadn't been for the presence of Daxia Lu, countless people in Heyang County would have starved to death because of wealthy businessmen who were driving up food prices.

When the time comes, he, the chief registrar, will definitely not be able to escape the blame. Being ruined or ruined is not a big deal, and he may even be beaten to death by hungry and angry people.

"I don't know how long such a peaceful life can last." Han Tong was worried about gains and losses.

The current situation was really too beautiful, and sometimes he even wondered if he was dreaming.

After all, since the large-scale rebellion in the feudal towns more than 100 years ago, there has been no peaceful place in the [-] states in the world.

Food is in short supply month by month and year by year. Even in good years, the people can barely get enough to eat. If there is a famine or disaster, people will starve to death everywhere and eat each other.

The climate in the south is mild and slightly better. In many places in the north, three or four generations of people have had enough to eat throughout their lives.

"Sigh, I wonder how the war is going in Kangzhou." Han Tong couldn't help but sigh, feeling full of hatred for Fang Qian. "If Fang Qian's affairs are exposed, Heyang County may be robbed."

At that time, he learned about this from Fang Qian's suicide note, and he wanted to peel off Fang Qian's body on the spot.

Fang Qian's behavior was not only seeking death himself, but also dragging the entire people of Heyang County to be buried with him!
"Well, if it weren't for the current regional divisions and frequent military disasters, even a Jiedushi envoy would not dare to attack or even massacre his subordinate counties at will."

Han Tong felt helpless and couldn't think of any solution.

"It would be great if Daxia Lu could become emperor. Then the world might be able to regain stability. As long as there is enough food, the people can live and work in peace and contentment, and war disasters will not be so frequent."

An idea suddenly came to Han Tong's mind, and then he shook his head quickly and slapped himself in the face several times.

"What am I thinking about? It is treacherous and unethical! However, if Master Lu can become the governor of Shangzhou or even the envoy of the seven states in Huaixi, the people here will be blessed!"

Just when he was thinking wildly, a subordinate official trotted over and reported: "Your Majesty, Mr. Lu has invited me, and he has something important to say."

"Okay, I'll be there right away." Han Tong nodded, immediately got up and ran outside.

In order to get to Lu Heng as quickly as possible, he even used Qing Gong. When he arrived at the dilapidated courtyard, the hair crown on his head was crooked.

"Master Lu, if you have anything to do, just ask me." Han Tong bowed his hands in a respectful manner. He put his position very clearly, just to do things for Master Lu.

As long as the people can live and work in peace and contentment, anything can be done.

"I have to tell you something so that you can be mentally prepared." Lu Heng said in a deep voice, "I have received news that Kangzhou has been occupied by Zhaoyang's army, and the governor of Kangzhou has also been captured. Fang Qian's matter I guess I won’t be able to hide it for long, so I need to be prepared.”

Han Tong felt as if he was struck by thunder when he heard this. After a while, he sighed and said, "I didn't expect it to come so soon. I am determined to live up to the trust of Hero Lu!"

……

Qingde County, Kangzhou.

The marching commander Deng Ce came to the Zhaoyang military commander's tent with the compiled information in the book. He saluted respectfully and said, "Commander Jiedong, my subordinates have sorted out the letters and documents of the Kangzhou governor and have clarified his food supply." source."

"Oh?" Wang Tong, the commander of the Zhaoyang Army who was sitting on a chair with his eyes closed to rest, suddenly opened his eyes and said in a deep voice, "Who has the courage to do this?"

"Heyang County Magistrate Fangqian." Deng Ce stepped forward and unfolded the book and pointed out the information to Wang Ce. "Commander Jie, please take a look. These are all clear evidence. They record the date, quantity, and price of the vehicle purchased from Heyang County." Prices, very detailed.”

"Fang Qian? Isn't this the county magistrate appointed by me?!" Wang Tong stood up and slapped the case, his eyes widened with anger, and he looked like a violent tiger. He said sternly, "Reorganize the army immediately and march to Heyang!"

(End of this chapter)