[2. Lizard Night Eat]

- Wuzhou

"This time it's a crusade against demons, so don't show mercy to your subordinates. Looking at the mountains and forests with cold eyes, Shangbai Ze Mingyin ordered coldly.

For such a tense Ming Yin, He Yanfang's tone was steady: "I understand, and I also hope that you will calm down and don't despise your opponent." ”

A voice as refreshing as a soft breeze, a look as reliable as a mountain, but in the face of him like this, Mingyin was extremely angry-

"It's been January," she forced to look at He Yanfang, and her tone was sharp, "Sister Xuan has disappeared for a month, why are you so calm!"

Among the three sons of the Yu family, first the eldest brother Shang Bai Ze disappeared when he was spying in Chang'an, and then the youngest daughter Yu Xuan broke the news on the way to Jiangling, and the fear and anxiety in Mingyin's heart were naturally difficult for others to know. He Yanfang was just silent, and turned to look at the dense forest from afar.

It's just that this silence is more likely to incite anger and sorrow than justification, Mingyin stared at his dark eyes with hatred, and his voice lost its former calmness: "I advised her not to believe in an evil demon like you! Bai Ze, who was born noble, why should she fall in love with you! For a reptile like you, she doesn't matter at all, right?"

"Shang Bai Ze, go back," finally calmly interrupted her questioning, He Yanfang stared at the rising clouds and smoke in the mountains, "If there is infighting here, you shouldn't challenge the ghost and god boy who is good at demagoguery." ”

On the contrary, do the ruthless remember their duty...... Mingyin laughed at himself and froze his expression: "It's okay, I have sent heavy troops to ambush left and right, and I will definitely wipe out all the evils!"

"Have you also confirmed the situation with the troops borrowed from Chenghuang? You have been here before, and there is no one who knows more about the strength of Wuzhou than you. I've heard it's not going well. ”

Mingyin was silent for a moment, and replied in a deep voice: "It's okay." ”

"It doesn't sound like a good thing. ”

"Who are you questioning?" is just a slight sense of disobedience, and it must be that the worry of the brother and sister has disturbed the mind, and there can be no mistakes. He Yanfang glanced back at the ambush of the soldiers, and silently followed her along the mountain road into the dense forest.

"How much do you know about Wuzhou Yuan's clan?" perhaps still uneasy, Mingyin asked again.

"Wuzhou Yuanshi used to be known as a master of illusion, after all, Jinhua Cat is talented. But he is also tired by talent, and the children of the Yuan family are mostly addicted to wine, specializing in flattery and harming people without correcting the Tao, and it is not a climate. By the time of the previous head of the family, the Yuan clan was considered to be in decline," He Yanfang replied slowly, "But after the violent death of the far mountain, the current head of the family has single-handedly reversed the decline, and the appearance of Wuzhou is very different." ”

But the Yuan clan did not regain its prestige. ”

"Because he is the only one left in the Yuan clan. At that time, it was rumored that the Yuan family suffered a catastrophe, and the far mountain was full of tragic deaths, and even the side branches of the bloodline were cut off, and only the Yuan family Xiaolang survived because he was a concubine. ”

"He alone supported the Wuzhou forces......" Mingyin frowned lightly and said no more.

In a short time, a magnificent mansion slowly emerged from the light smoke-

That is the family home of the Wuzhou illusion family. Sensing the evil aura of Mingyin's slaughter, the expression of the man guarding the door changed slightly.

"We are the vanguard leader of the Fierce God Army, Shangbai Ze Mingyin and staff officer He Yanfang, who came to the banquet at the invitation of the state lord. Seeing that Mingyin had no intention of speaking, He Yanfang showed a gentle smile and said to the Emperor.

"I have admired the two prestige for a long time, and the boy has lost his welcome. The young man's clear voice flowed like a mountain spring, making people not feel intoxicated. Looking worriedly at Mingyin, who looked vigilant, He Yanfang still smiled peacefully and faced his opponent-

Followed by Petra and Qingli Taoyi's maid, the beautiful young man smiled kindly, his movements were leisurely and light, and he came to He Yanfang and them. Even if he had heard about it a long time ago, He Yanfang couldn't help but marvel in his heart-

What a beautiful boy...... However, at the age of fourteen or fifteen, the young man's delicate face was more beautiful and beautiful than all the women He Yanfang had ever seen. Blown by the mountain breeze, his mutton-like skin was slightly cherry brown. He smiled lightly, his face that had not yet faded his childishness somehow implied a stronger fortitude than that of ordinary soldiers, and his beautiful eyes looked directly at He Yanfang unwaveringly. His graceful movements and eyes reminded people of cats, and it was the pair of amber round eyes that made He Yanfang hold his breath all of a sudden. The cold and clear pupils of the deep pool reflect the world unreservedly, as if everything is embraced, and it seems that nothing is accepted.

This is definitely a demon from Qili's dream, He Yanfang couldn't help but worry about Mingyin. But when he peeked at it, Mingyin still had an iron-clad expression, and he was too indifferent.

The light-colored pupils that completely reflected their figures were smiling, the young man's smile and voice were so charming, and the warmth of honey wine infected his heart: "Wuzhou Yuanye Sheng, here to greet Bai Ze and He Staff Officers." ”

"Thank you for the invitation. Smiling gently, He Yanfang and the beautiful boy confronted each other quietly. It's probably not accurate to say that it's a confrontation, but the innocent eyes of the beautiful boy can't see malice, but are full of curiosity and longing.

"Come, please come in. Sheng leaned slightly and invited them respectfully. But he smiled softly when he turned sideways, "I admired you as a child, and it is an honor for the boy to come." ”

He Yanfang could only smile faintly at this, what could be circulated was nothing more than the "merits" when he was in Yan Ying Courtyard, but the young man's expression and attitude seemed to be sincere. He Yanfang glanced at Mingyin, but Mingyin turned a deaf ear, restrained his killing intent and entered the mansion with his head held high.

Along the way, the splendid tent curtains were draped on the four walls, luxurious and ostentatious, and He Yanfang felt the confidence of the young man in front of him. He looked at Petra, who was still detached, but the eyes that came from time to time were sharp and cold, which was enough to prove that his judgment was correct - Petra was not just trying to devour the soul of the boy, here he was of the same heart as the boy.

They took their seats as honored guests, and the boy unexpectedly entertained them with a very light dinner, and the maids served a plate of white, finely chopped fish, which looked very fresh. It is also a popular fashion to perform the technique of cutting fish in front of others, and He Yanfang is not surprised, but he is worried that Mingyin, who does not eat fireworks in the world, will make a mess in advance. But Mingyin didn't say anything, she dignified and picked up the extremely delicate and soft white silk, and ate the tender green onion mustard on the side of the plate like Sheng and He Yanfang. The maid served the lettuce soup and white rice, which was simple and delicious.

"Thank you for your hospitality, but I wonder what Yuanjun invited us to discuss with us?" Obviously not wanting to waste time, Mingyin said dryly.

Sheng laughed, and the curling smoke of the soup made his smile blurry and illusory. Although he is indeed known to be in his teens, his skills and leisurely expression are very adult-like, and he is definitely not an opponent that she can despise.

"Without him, I just hope to work with the Divine Army to eliminate the disaster, so I invite the two of you to come here to talk," he said with a smile, and slapped his hands childishly, "Then, it's time to play music and dance." Aning, let them start. ”

Outdoor drums sounded in unison, and at the foot of the steps of the main hall, hundreds of sturdy men in armor and halberds formed a battle formation, which was awe-inspiring! The singer of "The Imperial Wind of the Four Seas Was ......" was generous, but the bright sound had changed color suddenly——

"King Qin Breaking the Array"! openly let the armor soldiers line up, do you want to start first!

"It's just a normal performance, the world is like this," He Yanfang felt that Mingyin had really not been in contact with the world for too long, and whispered uneasily, "The real trouble is still to come, can you dance?"

"What are you talking about......" Mingyin was displeased, "I won't commit myself to messing around with the country boys!"

I knew it would be like this. He Yan was surprised, so he continued to enjoy the dance and commented a few words, and chatted with the young man Tiannan and Haibei. can only be said to be worthy of being a strategist, the young man's demeanor and actions have never faded out of childishness, and he is unambiguous in all aspects of current politics and strategy, and at the end it also makes him sigh half-truthfully: "The state lord is a young talent, if he participates in the imperial examination, he must be admitted to the first place." If there is a state official of your caliber in the imperial court, the appearance will be different. ”

Sheng looked useful, but he just smiled and humbled himself. With the cooperation of He Yanfang, the atmosphere of the banquet became warm. So Sheng stood up: "Peach blossom." ”

The maid willingly presented him with a gilded eight-petal silver cup, and Petra poured it full of wine for him—

"This ......" Mingyin hurriedly stood up and watched Sheng come over with a cup.

"Shang Bai Ze is a rare guest, can you drink this cup today, and then sing a song for the children?" The clear eyes reflected the helpless Mingyin, the soft lips of the sheng line flashed a light smile, and the voice was clear with a natural charm.

Seeing Mingyin's hesitation, He Yanfang had no choice but to mention: "The master advises him to drink, and Bai Ze naturally refuses." But please sing first. ”

The smile on Sheng's lips deepened, he didn't twist, he raised his glass and sang, his voice was clearer and more moving, and he was really talented. After a song, He Yanfang immediately applauded. Sheng smiled and stood in front of Mingyin with a cup, obviously not meaning to return to the table, which made Mingyin scold angrily in his heart. But she reacted quickly, and after a glass of wine, she prevaricated: "I can't drink enough, and I ask the staff officer to pay tribute on my behalf......"

He Yanfang had no choice but to laugh: "He is not good at singing, how dare he show ugliness in front of his master." ”

"Can you ask the staff officer to dance?" Sheng looked at him innocently and invited.

Even if he had expected it, He Yanfang also made a bitter face: "...... The host warmly invited, and He did not dare to refuse...... It's just to make the owner laugh. ”

"The staff officer is too modest," he was very amused by his expression, and Sheng smiled and gestured to invite, "I heard that the staff officer is a white snake in his own form, and he can dance like the wind." ”

“...... Who said that, he must not have watched me dance to the end, and I didn't dare to dance since I once abolished the legs of the seniors who invited me......"

"Staff officer is laughing, right?" A hint of vigilance flashed in his eyes, and Sheng still smiled and invited.

As a Baume & Mercier, it's hard to say that you can't dance. I really couldn't shirk it, He Yanfang stepped stiffly, followed Sheng's dance steps and began to dance, one step, two steps, and a circle...... Turn ...... again Then he stepped on Sheng's foot.

"Ah...... Faux pas, I neglected to practice......" He Yanfang was embarrassed, but after thinking about it, although it was embarrassing to not cooperate with the dance steps, at least ...... Pain can affect the casting of illusions, so it's always good to interfere with Sheng.

But even if he didn't move, Sheng seemed to find out about his intentions. His expression was still pure and innocent, but Sheng's dance steps were noticeably more dexterous and vigilant. Circle again, circle...... It should have been tense, but seeing the thin anger on the young man's face, which was no different from that of his peers, He Yanfang couldn't help but feel funny. The most nervous ones were Petra and Mingyin, who were nervously watching on the side, and they didn't act.

"I said, how about Lang Jun let me dance solo?" He Yanfang smiled awkwardly and stepped on Sheng's feet accurately.

"Staff officer, it's too lonely to dance solo......, isn't it?"

"If you go on like this, it's not dancing......" Carefully avoiding Sheng's attack, He Yanfang smiled bitterly and cooperated with the dance steps, "Mingyin already hates me, but now I think we are even more annoying......"

"Shang Bai Ze has no intention of having fun," his eyes turned slightly, and Sheng sneered, "What a cold beauty, she hates the staff officer because of Xia Bai Ze." ”

simply stopped dancing with the funny movements, He Yanfang's smiling eyes were cold: "Yes......"

"I heard that Bai Ze was recently dispatched to Gangneung," Sheng was obviously provocative, "it should be a secret operation, no one knows her whereabouts." ”

"It's your words, you should know, right?" His voice was flat, but He Yanfang's eyes were as cold as a snake, "Shengjun, I didn't want to fight you...... Forgive me for not having the interest in singing and dancing. ”

"It's a pity, well, that's enough, and I was trampled on too. The friendly smile turned into a sweet sneer like poisonous wine, and Sheng lightly stepped on He Yanfang again and retreated. At the same time, Petra stood up, and Mingyin immediately stood up—

"That's enough!" Mingyin drew his sword out of the sheath, "Take advantage of the chaos to harm Zhongliang, but still pretend to be submissive, what a do, 'ghost and god boy'!"

Sheng's eyes widened, and her beautiful face turned a thin red from anger: "Why did Shang Bai Ze slander the boy......

"There is no need to disguise, you usurped the power of the City God and colluded with evil spirits, we already knew about it!" Unwaveringly looking directly at Sheng's moving eyes, Mingyin exuded a powerful aura, and the sword light pointed directly!

The sword light rippled in his round eyes like still water, and Sheng's smile disappeared, and he stared at Mingyin as indifferently as if he were covered with a mask. Petra and the maid Peach Blossom were already standing on either side of the sheng, and the men and singers who were performing the Qin King's breaking array music also poured in!

Liberating the sealed monsters in the scroll, Mingyin scorched a large group of monsters as soon as he made a move: "We have already set up 100,000 elite soldiers, Fufa, ghost and god boy!"

Sheng suddenly, smiled.

His brilliant eyes were full of contempt, and he pretended to be stunned: "Your 100,000 elite soldiers?"

Mingyin couldn't help but choke on his deliberately raised voice, and at this time, the earth-shattering shouts shook the mountains and forests, and countless divine soldiers surrounded the mansion-

"You ......" Ming Yin was shocked as he looked at the 100,000 sharp soldiers who came by Qi Brush.

"Have you thought of this too?" The beautiful young man who sneered leisurely at this moment was incredibly secretive.

"The illusionist's pre-layout, really clever......" Not surprised, He Yanfang launched his demonic power, and the silver spear immediately appeared. And Mingyin's eight scrolls had been unraveled, and she looked at Sheng with resentment—

"Let's dance," Sheng smiled and took a step forward, "A-Ning!" In accordance with his clear voice, gray shadows rushed out from under his feet, like a grand firework that instantly occupied the audience!

"Destroying the house...... was shocked by Sheng's madness, and thrillingly dodged the stone branches that were like lightning, Mingyin jumped into the air, looking down at the collapsed mansion that was pierced into a honeycomb. Before she could gain a foothold, the maid in peach clothes had already greeted her.

"I look forward to this day for a long time. Sweeping the stone claw with a silver spear, He Yanfang jumped on the high branch and looked at the beautiful young man who was above the collapsed house in the protection of the rocks-

Standing on a high rock platform, Sheng's smiling pupils quietly shone with madness. He Yanfang knew Petra's rock power, but he didn't expect Petra's cooperation with Sheng to be so tricky-

The indestructible rock is transformed by the whims of the illusionist, spreading out in the air like cobwebs, branching and twisting like silk...... Constantly dodging under Stoneclaw's kaleidox, he lamented that Petra had really found a good contractor.

And Mingyin? He couldn't help but pay attention, but he was shocked to find that she was entangled by the peach-clothed maid! Mingyin, who had eight sealed monsters, actually fought to a tie with the maid, which really made He Yanfang feel unbelievable.

"Do you still have the strength to care about Shang Bai Ze, staff officer!" Taking a step forward, Sheng's light footsteps shook more than a dozen stone spears, brushed He Yanfang's robe, and twisted it upwards, turning into a rain of swords and pouring down!

"It's strong. He Yanfang brandished the silver spear, and the dazzling silver light reflected Sheng's pupils—

The stone sword and the silver spear collided in one place, Petra easily blocked the silver spear, and the stone thorn exploded, forcing He Yanfang away!

"Shang Bai Ze thinks he is noble, so he must despise us, right?" Looking down at the bottom occupied by water and fire, Sheng sneered, "She's shocked now, because Peach Blossom is ...... after the Nine Babies (Note 1)"

"Nine Infant ......" silver spear shattered the stone spear in all directions, and He Yanfang frowned.

"Staff officers, including the evil master, we hope that you can change back to the previous 'White Snake Qing Xiang'!" The clear voice contained a sense of oppression, and Sheng stared at He Yanfang, "Does the staff officer still have expectations for the divine realm and the government?"

"Shengjun, I will not surrender. The spear danced out of a silver flower, and He Yanfang smiled coldly.

"It's useless to maintain the status quo. Since Yizong, the imperial court has been extremely extravagant, the government is under the ministers, and the use of troops is endless, the taxes are strict, the Kanto region has been flooded and drought for many years, and the officials of the tiger and wolf have concealed each other, and the tyranny has been expropriated...... Do the staff officers feel that there is any hope for maintaining the divine realm of the imperial court?" Sheng asked tightly, "The people are in exile and have nowhere to complain, so they can only gather together to become thieves...... Is this the Kyushu that the staff officers expect?"

"What can the evil lord do," shattering the stone claw with a fierce marksmanship like a storm, He Yanfang didn't breathe, "Needless to say, Shengjun, I respect you for your outstanding talent, but I can't respond to this!"

The disappointment was fleeting, and Sheng continued to smile: "Then, how about talking about Bai Ze?"

"Don't you think it's too much, Sheng-kun. The voice instantly became indifferent, and He Yanfang's demonic aura shook the rock, "How about closing up and fighting!"

"Because I'm a staff officer, I'm willing to tell the truth!" commanding the rock to stalk He Yanfang like silk, Sheng said loudly, "I don't know the whereabouts of Xia Bai Ze!"

He Yanfang's eyes were full of doubt, so Sheng continued: "It's not our plan, Xia Bai Ze is indeed missing. I am deeply frustrated that I can't control the overall situation, but at least I hope that the staff officers will also pay attention! After all, the snipe and the clam compete with each other, and the fisherman wins!"

"Who could that be?" He Yanfang did not question Sheng's words, "Who else can hide it from you in Kyushu today?"

"Yes, no matter what, I don't want any other opponent!" Sheng's gaze was firm and frank.

At that moment, a little red light rose in the distance. Sheng's frank expression immediately turned cold, and he laughed again: "It's solved." ”

“...... The only divine breath is gone...... "He Yanfang was stunned, and immediately expected the reason, "...... the city god Did you plan to plot our civil strife from the beginning?"

"It should be an unprecedented rebellion to bewitch more than a dozen neighboring city god gods to rebel together, right? As a ceremony for Kuang Zhengtuan to return to Yan Ying Courtyard, it's very good, right?" Sheng looked at him innocently, smiling proudly, "Not only Wuzhou, my minions have already penetrated into the cracks of your divine army!"

"I just want to ask you, Shengjun," He Yanfang's silver spear pointed directly at the young man, "You said that there is another fisherman, is it true or false?"

The laughter was crisp, and Sheng still showed an unpredictable smile: "Who knows...... Ask the staff officer to judge for himself whether to believe in the cat of Jinhua (Note 2) ......"

The mind is unpredictable, and the only thing that can be known is that the stone claw is still attacking, like the ever-changing ingenuity of the ghost god and the child, constructing the mystery of death in the night.

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Preview: "If you can force Bai Ze and Staff Officer He to retreat, the evil lord will be very happy." Petra leaned against the pillars of the temple and asked softly.

"Maybe. Sheng replied absentmindedly, frowning again, "Peach blossom, get some water." Staff Officer He is indeed a military general, and his feet are not light...... Even if I fought back, I still felt like I had suffered a loss......"

"How can you hurt him with your slender body......" Petra scoffed, "but tonight did a good enough job, Sheng." It's just that...... Staff Officer He, will he really believe your words?"

"He will, hopefully he'll find a clue. Asked the maid to help soak the trampled feet, Sheng looked up at the night sky, "I didn't expect a flaw to appear at such a time, I don't want others to hinder the evil lord from claiming the emperor...... I can't hold on for much longer, and hopefully I won't regret it. ”

"What's the matter, you're fine. Petra looked at him worriedly.

"A-Ning, help me call the herald, I want Li Qing to send troops to investigate. After a pause, Sheng said, "I'm afraid Yu Xuan has been forced to a place where he can't call for help......

"Do you think she's in the Lingnan jungle where Liqing is?" Petra muttered, "Indeed, it can only be assumed that she went south, obscured by the miasma. I'll give the order, you don't have to worry about it. ”

Sheng nodded lightly and continued to flip through the letters as usual. While he was searching for the truth, the missing woman was indeed trudging through the miasma of Lingnan. The disaster accumulated over the years has now turned into a heavy rain, gradually washing away the glory of the Tang Dynasty's powerhouse. Where is the soul-devouring lizard in the dark night, and what will become of the chaotic chess game?

— Note

(Note 1) Nine Infants: The monster of water and fire, can spray water and spit fire, and its cry is like a baby's cry, so it is called Nine Infants. Yao Shi came out, harmed the world, and was shot by Yi in the fierce water of Beidi. Its theory was first seen in the Han Dynasty. "Huainanzi Benjing Training" high temptation note: "Nine infants, the monster of water and fire, are harmful to people...... There is fierce water in the land. ”

(Note 2) Jinhua cat: The ancient legend of Jinhua cat after three years of breeding, every time in the middle of the night squatting on the house, looking up to the moon, sucking its essence, long into the strange, into the deep mountains and valleys, morning and ambush, twilight out of the charm, every woman becomes a handsome man, when a man turns into a beauty. Every time someone drowns in the water, and if they drink the water by mistake, they will not see their form. All the patients who suffer from this cat disaster will come like a human being, and become sick after a long time. See in the "Jian Gu Ji".