Chapter 13 Gao Mingyin

Overnight, Qi Xuansu closed down four "half-closed" businesses, and immediately became famous in the North City. Many local snakes in the Imperial Capital immediately understood one thing. The previous rumors that the Taoist sect would rectify the Imperial Capital Daofu were not just talk, but a real move. The "good days" of the past were probably gone forever.

Qi Xuansu did not sleep all night. For him, it was not difficult to crack down on those brothel owners. These people would not be more difficult to deal with than secret societies. The key was how to properly place those women who were trafficked, which was very troublesome. First, they had to find out where their hometowns were, and then contact the local Daofu, and finally send them back.

It took at least half a month to go back and forth. During this period, these women were arranged in the Taoist temple under the name of the Imperial Capital Daofu. Fortunately, Qi Xuansu did not have to do this kind of thing himself. As long as he gave the order, others would handle it.

After a busy night, Qi Xuansu had some free time. He pulled a newspaper. Because he was also a half-martial artist, he did not fast and still ate breakfast. He talked to Zhang Yuelu for a while with the scriptures and "boasted" about his achievements last night.

As expected, Zhang Yuelu teased him a few times. Maybe the two of them really had a tacit understanding. Zhang Yuelu was talking about Yao Pei, saying that Yao Pei had made a lot of noise in Quanzhen Dao recently. Many Taoist priests with improper behavior were arrested by her, including young masters of big families. As a result, Yao Pei was catching young masters there, and you were catching old procuresses here. This is heaven and earth.

Qi Xuansu didn't care and laughed it off. When two people get along, they can't worry about the future of Taoism with a bitter face all day long. That would be too tiring.

The two didn't end the conversation until Zhang Yuelu was about to leave for Tiangang Hall.

Qi Xuansu looked at the newspaper again to see if there was any new news.

"The Poso Company supported by the Kingdom of Rune has entered the Nanyang region and has formally reached an agreement with the Governor of Ibia in Pana, the Kingdom of Ibia, who promised that the merchant ships of the Kingdom of Rune could enter and exit freely and enjoy tax benefits. Deputy Master Chen of Lingnan Daofu believes that this means that the Kingdom of Rune has officially intervened in the struggle between the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Kingdom of Ibia. The three parties are fighting for the dominant position in West Borneo, and the struggle is becoming increasingly fierce, even affecting parts of East Borneo and South Borneo."

"Here, Deputy Master Chen calls on the Holy Court to assume the responsibilities of the leaders of the Western countries, maintain the stability and peace of Nanyang trade, and urge the Kingdom of Rune, the Kingdom of Ibia, and the Kingdom of the Netherlands to exercise restraint and strive to resolve the dispute through negotiations. If the situation gets further out of control, the Lingnan Daofu and the South China Sea Navy will use necessary means to ensure the stability, safety and unimpeded normal trade exchanges."

"In response, Deputy Master Murong of the Ancestral Hall said that since ancient times, Borneo, East Borneo and other places have been the Celestial Empire of our Central Plains vassal region. As we all know, Buddhism originated in East Borneo, so it is also called Western religion. Rune, Ibia, and the Netherlands should not spread the conflict in West Borneo to East Borneo, South Borneo and other places. If the three parties still insist on their own way and ignore the fact that this place has been a vassal of our Celestial Empire since ancient times, and damage the interests of the Celestial Empire, our Celestial Empire will punish them. Don't say I didn't warn you. "

"The Cardinal Augustus of the Holy See recently said that the Austrian Parliament behind the Kingdom of Rune is the cause of the tense situation. Zhang's behind-the-scenes promoter and mastermind, all the responsibility lies with the Orphan Parliament. He urged the Orphan Parliament to immediately stop radical and adventurous behavior and ensure the balance and stability of the West Posuo Continent. "

"In response to the accusation of the Holy See, the Orphan Parliament's Douglas Sage refuted and counterattacked. He believed that the accusation of the Holy See was an unfounded slander, and its purpose was to cover up the incompetence and failure of the Holy See in the West Posuo Continent. This West Posuo Continent incident fully exposed the corruption and degeneration within the Holy See. "

Qi Xuansu was a little emotional.

The Western Region has just come to an end, and the South Sea is about to start a turmoil again. There is no peace all day long. However, the Western Ocean is not much better. There is no end to the internal struggles between countries. The Holy See, the boss, and the Orphan Parliament, the second, are also tripping each other up and confronting each other, which is probably similar to the relationship between Taoism and Buddhism.

As for why the Holy See cannot mediate the struggles between the countries, the reason is also very simple. This involves a huge issue of interest ownership. As the saying goes, cutting off someone's wealth is like killing their parents. No matter who speaks, it will not work unless they directly use force to intervene.

At this time, Ke Qingqing came back.

Qi Xuansu put down the newspaper in his hand and motioned Ke Qingqing to sit down and talk.

Ke Qingqing briefly reported her investigation results yesterday to Qi Xuansu.

First, she failed to get the appearance of the fake female mage from Mei Mei's parents, because when Mei Mei's parents recalled, they could not remember the details of the fake female mage's appearance, and it was blurred. It can be seen that this person is not an ordinary swindler, but a cult demon.

Secondly, Qin Lingguan led people to check more than 300 households nearby and found that not only the Mei family was victimized, but also six other families suffered the same thing. A total of seven people were missing, three men and four women, all young boys and girls.

This group of thieves is very cunning and experienced, and did not leave any obvious traces. It is possible that they are still hiding in the north city.

Ke Qingqing is young, but he is quite careful in his actions. He has written the report into a proposal and handed it to Qi Xuansu after the report.

Qi Xuansu pinched his brows and said, "You've worked hard. You and Qin Lingguan should go and rest first."

Ke Qingqing left.

Not long after, another spiritual official came to report that a man came to collect Mr. Gao's name.

Qi Xuansu asked, knowingly: "Which Mr. Gao?"

Lingguan said: "The name post has the three characters Gao Mingyin written on it."

Qi Xuansu snorted softly: "The mysterious wind comes out of the Xun point in Qinglin, and the Huajing Gao Mingyin alchemy room is located. This Master Gao is still a man who is well-read in poetry and books. Go tell him and let Gao Mingyin come to receive people in person. Others will No. If Gao Mingyin doesn't come and just sends others to pester him, just kick them out."

"Yes." Lingguan was about to take the order and leave, but suddenly remembered something, "Chief, that Gao Shide is asking for five stone powder in the hell again. He said that if we don't give him five stone powder, he will die. If he Really dead in hell”

Qi Xuansu said calmly: "Then let him die. As long as he can't die, just bear with me. If you can't help it, bang your head against the wall, or imitate Qingpi's self-mutilation, and it will all be counted on my head."

Lingguan shuddered and turned around quickly.

Qi Xuansu was born as a wild Taoist priest and was used to seeing life and death, but he did not have the kindness of a woman like the Huayuan Taoist priest.

As for Gao Shide's true death in the Taoist prison, it is of course a troublesome matter, but as long as there are no other voices inside the Imperial Palace, it can be suppressed easily, because he was not sentenced to death in the first place, and even the prison shackles were not put on. , if he died for other reasons, no one else would be blamed.

Even if there are some different voices within the Imperial Palace, as long as they are not the master and the chief deputy master, it doesn't matter. As the second deputy master, Shi Bingyun can suppress them, even if the master and the chief deputy master have opinions. , she also has to argue with reason. This is the responsibility of the boss. If you ask the people below to do things, of course you have to support them. Otherwise, who will do their best for you in the future?

Wuliang Northwest Square in the inner city is only separated by a wall from Xuanshang North Square, where the Jade Palace is located. They are considered neighbors. Most of the wealthy businessmen and wealthy people here live here. Unlike the low-key officials, the residences here are very gorgeous. It can even be said that they are full of luxury. luxurious.

In the past, when Confucianism was in power, businessmen had little status. The gentry were not only officials, but also big landowners and big businessmen. Nowadays, these two identities have been gradually separated, and the landlords have gradually declined and replaced them. The ones are the workshop owners, working side by side with the maritime merchants who mainly focus on maritime trade.

The two groups of merchants are also distinct. The sea trade merchants rely more on the Taoist sect, and everything is closely controlled by the Taoist sect. However, the workshop owners have a closer relationship with the court in terms of land and manpower. Officials dare not do business openly. However, there are many interactions with businessmen behind the scenes, and both sides get what they need, so the energy of the businessmen is also great.

If you can take care of both the land workshop and the sea trade route, you will be a real big businessman, a giant tree that can reach the sky.

Gaofu is located in this square. Seriously speaking, it is not too far to go to the Jade Palace from here, even on foot.

After the sent housekeeper came back in embarrassment, he reported the matter to his master.

After Gao Mingyin heard this, he didn't say anything and just asked the housekeeper to go down.

Judging from the appearance, Gao Mingyin has gray hair on his temples. He is probably around the same age as Tianming. He is very dignified and elegant. He has a smile on his face, but he also has a sense of dignity.

After the housekeeper went down, there was another person beside him, who was considered his aide and his mastermind, named Jiang Zhupo.

Gao Mingyin pinched the bridge of his nose: "Have you found out the details of this Chief Qi?"

Jiang Zhupo said: "Every time there is a personnel transfer in the Taoist sect, it will be clearly announced and announced publicly. It is not difficult to check. Many of the information about Chief Qi are also written clearly, but"

"Just what? Does it have a big background?" Gao Mingyin asked.

Jiang Zhupo sighed: "This man became a Taoist deacon as soon as he entered Tiangang Hall. His boss was Zhang Yuelu, the little headmaster of Tiangang Hall. There are rumors that he was Zhang Yuelu's lover. Later, he followed Zhang Yuelu to manage the Taoist sect for the second time. Jiangnan Major Case, he was promoted to a fourth-grade Taoist priest for offering sacrifices to wine, and was transferred to Ziweitang as the Taoist priest in charge. Legend has it that he had a close relationship with the Pei family, and he took the path of Pei Zhenren and met Donghua Zhenren. Only then could he become a Taoist priest within a year. Jumped three levels in a row. When talking about the Pei family, we have to mention the Yao family. He and Yao Pei are classmates, and they seem to have a good relationship. This time the Taoist sect reorganized the Imperial Palace, and Master Donghua seconded him from Ziweitang to the Imperial Palace. He served as the chief Taoist priest under Shi Cixi. At the reception banquet, he was at the same table with several real people. He was very arrogant and chatted and laughed with Chief Zhou as usual. "

Gao Mingyin murmured: "It's such a big background. It's been gilded. No wonder they don't take us local snakes in their eyes."

Jiang Zhupo nodded.

Gao Mingyin said slowly: "But this is not the Xijing Mansion, nor the Jinling Mansion, this is the Imperial Capital, and a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake."