“Right! So, my purpose in going to the Pei residence, apart from explaining the matter of Wen Chao, is to ask Pei Gong’s daughter, Pei Xi Jun, for a favor.” Zheng Qing said seriously.
Upon mentioning the name Xi Jun, Su Wu Ming subconsciously glanced at Lu Ling Feng.
The latter’s brows furrowed slightly.
“A favor? What favor is it?” Su Wu Ming asked.
“Xi Jun previously harbored feelings for the deceased General Xiao, but recently, for unknown reasons, she has let go of her grief and no longer dwells on the matter.
However, those bandits are unaware of this. I believe if we could utilize this situation and have Xi Jun pretend to engage in a posthumous marriage, but actually lure out Yin Shi Lang and that Immortal, wouldn’t they take the bait?” Zheng Qing outlined his plan.
Su Wu Ming nodded:
“Indeed, that’s a good idea. Censor Zheng is meticulous in your thinking and comprehensive in your plan. You are indeed like Bi Gan resurrected! Su admires your brilliance!”
【Su Wu Ming’s favor has increased, Fame Value +300.】
Zheng Qing’s mouth twitched, good heavens, you know how to flatter someone!
While Lu Ling Feng clenched his fists, he said nonchalantly:
“The daughter of the Pei Minister? But wouldn’t this method be too risky? After all, the Ghost Market is dangerous! And those are ruthless villains!”
In fact, Lu Ling Feng’s memory of Pei Xi Jun was still stuck in the day of the banquet.
After all, he had taken the place of his cousin. If he were to meet Xi Jun again, he wouldn’t know how to face her!
Zheng Qing chuckled:
“It’s fine, with General Lu here, as long as the plan is meticulously crafted, it won’t be a major problem.
Furthermore, this is actually a good opportunity for us! Firstly, although the list of weddings, funerals, and marriages is numerous, they seem to be randomly selected!
However, the Pei Minister’s daughter has a special status. It’s not impossible that those bandits would take this as an opportunity and take a risk! The Ghost Market is intricate, maybe we can use this to capture them all and eliminate them forever!”
Su Wu Ming also nodded:
“If that’s the case, I believe we should try it. But before that, we need to plan thoroughly!”
Zheng Qing continued:
“Inspector Su, do you still remember the characteristics of the corpses we saw in the mortuary?”
Su Wu Ming instantly understood:
“You mean?”
“The killer is seeking brides, perhaps to obtain the hearts and lungs of those newlyweds on their wedding night, to complete some kind of ritual or use them as ingredients for making Chang’an Red Tea, who knows!”
Zheng Qing announced this conclusion.
What?
Lu Ling Feng was shocked: “Using human organs as a medicinal ingredient? And for making tea? How is that possible?”
Su Wu Ming seemed to have anticipated this:
“Some strange things cannot be explained by common sense. After all, the killer previously scattered the corpses throughout Chang’an, which already reveals some clues.
The key to solving a case is to proceed step by step! Once we grasp the clues, when the truth comes to light, everything will naturally become clear!”
Zheng Qing was surprised. This disciple of Di Gong was truly worthy of his reputation! Simply relying on his previous guesses, he had integrated the two cases into one. His abilities were formidable.
“Now, we just need to wait for Wen Chao to send the wedding, funeral, and marriage list!”
…
Over the next few days, Zheng Qing traveled between the county office and his residence, pondering this upcoming July 18th. He wasn’t in a hurry.
But strangely, Fei Ji Shi frequently visited the Jinwu Guard’s barracks.
One day, Fei Ji Shi was beaming, belching, his bulbous nose even more crimson, and he even staggered while walking.
Su Wu Ming said helplessly:
“I say, Old Fei, you’re going to the Jinwu Guard every day, aren’t you afraid that the Jinwu Guard will take you for a thief?”
Fei Ji Shi waved his hand:
“What are you talking about! Actually, if you ask me, those people in the Jinwu Guard are the best at making roasted chicken! These past few days, I’ve been buying chickens and bringing them to the Jinwu Guard.
I let their cooks help me make them!
Oh, I suddenly feel like these past few days are the most beautiful days of my life!”
As he spoke, Fei Ji Shi actually became a little sentimental.
Zheng Qing stepped forward and once again took out a silver ingot.
“You’re probably running out of funds for the past few days, take this.”
Fei Ji Shi’s eyes gleamed. He wanted to reach for it but said shyly:
“How can I accept this?”
“Take it, I’ve always admired the Medicine King, and you, as his disciple, may need your help someday if you are poisoned or injured!”
【Fei Ji Shi’s favor has increased, Fame Value +300.】
Fei Ji Shi was so excited that his drunkenness sobered up a little.
“Oh, you really think so? And you want to keep Old Fei by your side for a long time?”
Zheng Qing chuckled:
“Of course, the Zheng family of Renyang are known for keeping our word!”
Fei Ji Shi took the silver ingot:
“Alright, from now on, if you encounter any problems, just call me! Old Fei will always be true to his word!”
【Fei Ji Shi’s favor has increased, Fame Value +300.】
However, as soon as he finished speaking, Fei Ji Shi’s head tilted and he fell fast asleep.
Zheng Qing and Su Wu Ming both smiled helplessly.
He returned to his seat, curiously opening the System Store, glancing at his Fame Value. He now had 2200 Fame Value.
This is just called Fame Value, only when it is converted into martial arts or special skills does it truly belong to me!
【Special Skills:
Weapon Modification: 2000 Fame Value.
Allows the host to modify different weapons, significantly increasing their portability and lethality!】
This is good, exchange!
Continuing to browse, he saw the Medical Arts category.
【Special Skills:
Healing Arts: 2000 Fame Value.
After exchanging, the host will obtain the true legacy of the Medicine King. All kinds of complicated ailments will be easily solved!】
Zheng Qing was startled, this is also good! But he doesn’t have enough Fame Value for now, he’ll make it his next exchange target!
Just as he was pondering where to gain some Fame Value, Su Wu Ming said:
“Censor Zheng, I plan to visit the Jinwu Guard’s barracks. Would you like to go together?”
“Oh, what’s the reason for Inspector Su’s visit?”
Su Wu Ming chuckled:
“Now that July 15th is approaching, how many of the Ghost Market’s bandits are known? Just relying on my Chang’an County Inspectorate, I’m afraid it won’t be enough to withstand them!
Lu Ling Feng will definitely be deploying the Jinwu Guard at that time. Let’s go take a look.”
Zheng Qing nodded.
The two of them walked to the Jinwu Guard’s barracks. Lu Ling Feng was still practicing his spear, each move clean and crisp.
Xiao Wu went to inform him. Lu Ling Feng, calm and composed, said:
“What brings you two busy people to my Jinwu Guard?”
Su Wu Ming quickly said:
“Hey, Major General, you’re being too polite! We’re allies now! As allies, wouldn’t it be natural to meet frequently and discuss strategies together?”
Lu Ling Feng snorted:
“Who’s an ally with you? By the way, tell that beggar that if he dares to let the Jinwu Guard’s cooks make roasted chicken for him again, that’s bribery! I’ll hang him from the Chang’an city gate for everyone to see!”
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