In the beginning, he was ranked alongside An Shigeng as a spoiled brat.

The murderous nature of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) can be seen from Yang Chenghu alone.

Even though Lu Guanying had already let Yang Chenghu go, Luo Wang still wouldn't let Yang Chenghu's family off the hook, which shows how domineering Luo Wang is.

This is killing the chicken to scare the monkey!

Unless the Zhang family and the Golden-Faced Buddha speak up, Luo Wang will not listen to anyone's demands.

Even though there were two top-tier experts here, Guo Jing had no doubt that the terrifying strength of the Luo Wang could annihilate them.

Moreover, he had a family to support, so even if he wanted to escape, he would have nowhere to run.

"Let's go to Peach Blossom Island. The only thing the Luo Net is wary of right now is that member of the Zhang family and the Golden-Faced Buddha."

"Ok!"

Guo Jing nodded. Being targeted by the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven), Guo Jing was also worried about the safety of his wife and children.

Even just in case, Guo Jing wouldn't dare gamble, especially since he was once a top constable of the Six Doors, and a potential target for elimination by the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven).

Therefore, Guo Jing was even more worried and dared not gamble!

As for who went to Peach Blossom Island to ask for help?

It was naturally Mu Nianci.

At this time, Mu Nianci's martial arts skills had reached the top level, and her lightness skill was excellent.

The people from Luo Wang had never seen Mu Nianci. As long as Mu Nianci kept her whereabouts hidden, Luo Wang would never have thought that they would go to Peach Blossom Island for help.

Guo Jing stayed behind to guard against a possible attack from the Luo Wang (a type of security network).

With the silly girl's strength no less than his own, Guo Jing was confident he could temporarily hold off the assassins from the Luo Wang organization.

Moreover, the Luo Wang organization will not interfere with Sha Gu's identity.

The Peach Blossom Island lineage is practically branded with the Zhang family's name; at least there's no absolute reason why the Luo Net would show them any consideration, even if they didn't respect the monks.

Chapter 564 Qin Shi Huang's Preparations Before Seclusion

"Sister Mu, you're saying the Luo Wang is watching you?"

Peach Blossom Island, a secluded courtyard atop the mountain.

Upon hearing Mu Nianci's purpose, Huang Rong immediately looked at Zhang Xiaoshan.

Niujia Village is not only home to Mu Nianci and her husband, but also to Sha Gu. The reason they left Sha Gu in Niujia Village is because it is where Sha Gu has always lived, and Guo Jing's family can take good care of her.

After all, given the girl's temperament, the Zhang family would never raise a crazy, silly girl in their household.

It's not that we can't afford to raise them, or that we don't want to, but that it's inconvenient.

The Zhang family has too many secrets. Not only is the silly girl crazy, but she also has strict rules. It would be better to let her live in Niujia Village.

With the addition of the Lesser Formless Skill, safety is absolutely guaranteed.

"The day Master Lu arrived, Silly Girl knocked out a spy nearby."

Later, both Father and Brother Jing suspected it might be the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven). Following Master Lu, they found Niu Family Village. The young master also knew Brother Jing's past identity and the Luo Wang's ruthless methods, so Father and Brother Jing sent Nianci there to seek help.

Upon hearing Mu Nianci's explanation, Zhang Xiaoshan nodded; this was standard procedure for the Luo Wang organization.

"Brother Guo's identity is not sensitive."

The chief constables of the Six Doors are responsible for maintaining order and apprehending criminals; they are not important ministers of the court or princes and nobles.

I think the reason Luo Wang is targeting Brother Guo is because of the secrets within the Six Doors. Luo Wang cares most about these things, so my influence might not be enough.

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's analysis, Mu Nianci was greatly surprised, never expecting this to be the reason.

"The only solution is to find Brother Guo a job in the Empire!"

In this way, with the Guo brothers becoming their own people, the Luo Wang (a secret police organization) would have no overt reason to target them.

"But Brother Jing is the Great Song Dynasty's Divine Constable, how can we get in touch with the Empire?"

"It would be difficult for Brother Guo alone, and the Luo Wang wouldn't have any scruples, since the Luo Wang's power wouldn't care about an imperial constable."

If we can persuade Zhuge Liang to join the empire, I believe that with Qin Shi Huang's magnanimity, he would welcome Zhuge Liang's surrender.

As for the safety of your family?

I will write a letter to Uncle Gui later and ask him to arrange for your family to stay in the dormitory of the Red Mansion, where you can do some chores that you can manage.

As long as Brother Guo doesn't show up, and with the Zhang family's influence, you won't be in any danger for the time being!

"Thank you, sir!"

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's suggestion, Mu Nianci bowed respectfully!

After all, the Luo Wang organization was notoriously difficult to deal with. If it weren't for Zhang Xiaoshan, they would have been like headless flies trying to get rid of this trouble.

Although she didn't know if Guo Jing could persuade Zhuge Shenhou, she could at least give it a try.

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"The Zhang family got involved?"

Inside the Xianyang Palace.

Upon receiving the news, Zhao Gao's previously composed expression of complete control revealed a hint of hesitation.

According to the information Jing Ni previously sent, Ghost Street's strength is not simple; it has now upgraded to the level of top-tier masters of the Middle Six Sects and the lowest Nine Sects.

Among them, eight are unparalleled masters, two of whom are direct descendants of the Zhang family and two of whom are direct descendants of the Golden-Faced Buddha.

He didn't want to confront the Zhang family without absolute certainty!

"The Zhang family did not make any explicit statements, but simply arranged for Guo Jing's entire family to stay in the Hong family's dormitory, without making any other arrangements."

"Is it?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gao immediately understood that the Zhang family did not intend to intervene directly.

But it's not that there's no backup plan; it's just that Zhao Gao doesn't know what it is.

"Let's put Guo Jing's matter aside for now and talk about it after Guo Jing shows up."

What's the status of those rebellions against the empire?

"Your Majesty, they have learned that His Majesty needs to recuperate, and therefore intend to cause trouble during his recovery period to distract him and achieve..."

Although it wasn't explicitly stated later, Zhao Gao naturally understood what these rebels wanted to do.

"With Young Master Zhang protecting us, how can a few mere ants shake this great tree?"

However, we must be wary of this, and our Luo Wang must do it well this time to win His Majesty's trust.

"Mobilize assassins of prefecture-level rank and above, gather them in Xianyang, and be ready to act at any time!"

"Yes, my lord!"

With Zhang Xiaoshan protecting Qin Shi Huang, Zhao Gao had no worries about his safety.

Moreover, with the defensive measures Zhang Xiaoshan mentioned, it would be impossible for those imperial rebels to infiltrate them. At that time, apart from the sky and the ground, there would be no need to worry about Qin Huangzheng's safety.

A month passed in the blink of an eye.

Over the past month, Ying Zheng has been diligent in his duties, arranging his time for the next three days.

Moreover, the news that Qin Shi Huang Zheng was going into seclusion for three days was no secret to the officials in the court, and they also knew that Qin Shi Huang Zheng spared no expense in this regard.

However, this was the first time that it had interfered with state affairs, so some loyal ministers had tried to dissuade him.

But after learning the whole story, he remained silent.

This was not about seeking immortality, but about healing their depleted bodies, so they didn't find anything wrong with it.

After all, a good figure is the most important thing.

"arrive!"

The night before, Zhang Xiaoshan brought Murong Jiu to Xianyang Palace.

After all, Zhang Xiaoshan needed to personally arrange all the preparations, with the aim of preventing assassins from carrying out assassinations.

Zhang Xiaoshan was even on guard against the Luowang (a type of security network).

"Young Master Zhang has finally arrived. And this young lady is..."

Inside the rear hall, Qin Huangzheng's eyes lit up when he saw Zhang Xiaoshan.

The appearance of Murong Jiu surprised Ying Zheng somewhat, but more so, it piqued his curiosity. He hadn't expected Zhang Xiaoshan to bring a woman with him.

"This is Murong Jiu, my maid!"

The Ninth Sister has inherited the Ghost Doctor's skills and has mastered both medicine and poison. This time, Zhang asked the Ninth Sister to come so that His Majesty could prepare medicine and prevent poisoning!

This time, Zhang has taken a huge risk in treating His Majesty's injuries, so he dares not be careless in the slightest.

Therefore, Zhang only dares to act against people he trusts!

"I see!"

Qin Huangzheng nodded. Wasn't Zhang Xiaoshan's cautiousness exactly what he needed?

As for Ninth Sister's methods, the imperial physicians from the Imperial Kitchen will be there to oversee them.

Besides, he had heard of the Ghost Doctor's name before.

The most domineering bronze-armored warrior beside Zhang Xiaoshan was created by the Ghost Doctor.

"Zhao Gao, take Ninth Miss to brew the medicine. Whatever she needs, you must fulfill it!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Zhao Gao looked at Murong Jiu with a respectful expression.

It wasn't just the task of Murong Jiu brewing the medicine; Murong Jiu himself gave him an extremely dangerous feeling.

Clearly, this was a highly skilled individual who could threaten him, even his life.

Moreover, this was merely one of the female members of the Zhang family, which intensified Zhao Gao's apprehension towards Zhang Xiaoshan.

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Meanwhile, Zhang Xiaoshan, led by Minister Meng Yi, toured the inner palace, as he was searching for a place to seclude himself for cultivation.

Suddenly, Zhang Xiaoshan looked at the ten-zhang-high city tower in the distance, and his eyes lit up.

"Dr. Meng, where is it!"

"The city gate tower!"

Meng Yi followed Zhang Xiaoshan's gaze and couldn't help but look surprised.

His actions were indeed extraordinary. Unexpectedly, the secluded training location that Zhang Xiaoshan valued was actually the city tower.

"Isn't it too rudimentary?"

"In a state of suspended animation, you feel nothing; all you need is a hard board."

Moreover, even with light-footed skill, climbing a ten-zhang-high city wall would inevitably alert someone. Add to that having several people watch over the wall day and night, and there's practically nothing to worry about.

"What you say is correct, young master!"

Although Meng Yi was unwilling to admit it, compared to the cunning imperial rebels, Zhang Xiaoshan's method was absolutely fatal.

As for the corridor connecting to the city gate tower, it can simply be demolished.

After all, how could a mere corridor be more important than Qin Shi Huang's safety? Besides, this was a spur-of-the-moment decision.

Meng Yi then hurriedly went to report Zhang Xiaoshan's site selection. Even Qin Huangzheng nodded in approval upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's meticulous arrangements.

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With its ten-zhang-high city wall and the Imperial Guard's protection, it was the safest place.

The next day, 100,000 imperial guards, in small teams of ten, surrounded the city tower where the corridor had been demolished.

On the city wall, there were only a handful of people—Zhang Xiaoshan, Qin Huangzheng, Murong Jiu, and Meng Yi.

"Dr. Meng, here are some whale oil and black oil that I brought up."

The whale oil is transparent and colorless; later, you will spread it evenly on the glazed tiles. As for the black oil, at night, apply it to the area five to eight zhang (approximately 10-15 meters) above the city wall, making sure not to miss any spot.

"Young master...is this unnecessary?"