NFBE Chapter 236 Black Water Elder Ji Mengli
Chapter 236 Black Water Elder Ji Mengli
Chapter 236 Black Water Elder Ji Mengli
Jinling Prefecture.
The autumn cicadas chirp incessantly, and the house nestled against the hill and beside the water actually sounds a bit noisy due to the cicadas' chirping.
In the pavilion of the small garden, there are two screens, blocking the beauty couch made of white jade inside.
There was a plump beauty lying on the couch. She was wearing a black gauze dress and lying lazily on the couch, squeezing a big watermelon into a perfect arc. There was a flower inserted diagonally on her temples. The flower was delicate and beautiful, but not as beautiful as her appearance.
"Elder, according to our investigation, Lu Zhan killed two masters of the Crane Clan and traveled with Chu Wantang. He is currently heading straight to Jinling."
A familiar voice sounded, it was Captain Pei who had not been seen for a long time.
Ever since Lu Zhan left Jinling, Captain Pei has been unable to use his "charming skills" to win over Lu Zhan, and can only use his "cruel skills" to torture Blackwater No. 2.
Through the information revealed by Lu Zhan, Captain Pei suspected that Blackwater No. 2 framed Zhongliang and harmed Xu Zeli.
In order to express his loyalty to the gang, Captain Pei captured Blackwater No. 2 and tortured him without saying a word. Unexpectedly, No. 2 was so stubborn that he refused to admit it no matter what.
In the end, because the higher-ups intervened, No. 2 was rescued. In the past two months, Captain Pei has been worried about No. 2. Now the situation is different from before. Now he has offended No. 2. Regardless of whether No. 2 framed Xu Zeli or not, he has to kill No. 2.
Who would have thought that before he could find a suitable opportunity, Elder Heishui would actually come to Jinling and Lu Zhan would be back soon.
Captain Pei had to temporarily suppress the hatred in his heart and finish the task at hand first.
As for the matter of No. 2, we can take a long-term view. It is never too late for a gentleman to take revenge.
“Hmm…” The beauty lying on the couch responded lazily. She peeled a grape with her slender fingers and put it into her mouth. There seemed to be a smile between her eyebrows: “I thought Lu Zhan would not survive. Who would have thought that he could survive and it is very likely that he got a great opportunity.”
Captain Pei didn't dare to say anything, he just nodded and listened.
The name of the Black Water Elder is Ji Mengli. Both her name and appearance are outstanding, but she has a cruel character and is decisive in killing people. Otherwise, she would not have been able to gain a foothold in the Black Water Sect and be worshipped as a god by many disciples of the Black Water Sect.
She is always smiling and talking, like a gentle and affectionate girl, but the cruelty engraved in her bones cannot be changed. The Soul Bowl, a cruel communication tool, is her best masterpiece.
No disciple of the Black Water Sect knew about Ji Mengli's origins. Originally, there was no such person as Ji Mengli in the Black Water Sect, but later she was appointed as an elder by the sect master himself.
After appointing Ji Mengli as elder, the sect leader suddenly became Buddhist and handed over all the important affairs of the sect to Ji Mengli, and later even went into seclusion.
Nowadays, many new disciples of the Black Water Sect only know the Black Water Elders but not the Sect Master, and they can see through the other party’s tactics even more.
Captain Pei didn't dare to be presumptuous in front of her.
"Write a letter in my name and wait for Lu Zhan to come back and deliver it personally. Since he wants to see me, I should meet him to show our sincerity."
Ji Mengli's nails, painted with cardamom, were particularly bright red. She narrowed her eyes and peeled the grapes slowly and leisurely. The cardamom formed a sharp contrast with her cheeks, making her look even paler, like a frail person who had just recovered from a serious illness.
Ever since learning that the Black Water Pearl was in Lu Zhan's hands, the Black Water Sect has been wanting to take it back from Lu Zhan. However, Lu Zhan is highly regarded and has great strength, so taking it by force is not a good idea.
Ji Mengli decided to win over Lu Zhan.
Fortunately, her subordinates lived up to her expectations and after spending some money, they finally succeeded in winning over Lu Zhan.
Ji Mengli had no good feelings towards this playboy with a very bad reputation, but the other party actually put forward a condition that he must meet her before he was willing to hand over the black water bead.
Ji Mengli didn't want to come, as she felt that coming would be beneath her status as an elder.
Moreover, Lu Zhan was known for his lust, and Ji Mengli was afraid that the boy was after her beauty.
So this matter was delayed. During this period, Ji Mengli had been secretly investigating Lu Zhan, wanting to see if Lu Zhan had a second face. Unexpectedly, the information she found out was all about Lu Zhan's romantic affairs.
Either it was saying that Lu Zhan was hanging out with Ling Jiaoyue, or it was saying that Lu Zhan was having close contact with Jiang Ningshuang.
It even has something to do with Miss Chu.
In short, the information Ji Mengli investigated showed from all aspects that Lu Zhan was greedy, lustful, and extremely vulgar, and should be an extremely easy person to deal with.
Ji Mengli looked down on such superficial people even more. Just at this time, it was rumored that Lu Zhan returned to the fairy island after two months and killed a powerful person in the realm of creation. It might be that he was blessed by a holy object.
Ji Mengli instantly looked at Lu Zhan with a new respect. She used to think that Lu Zhan was brave but not wise, but now it seems that she was biased.
How can a man who is brave but not wise obtain the holy object?
Ji Mengli immediately became interested and came to Jinling without caring about her status.
Captain Pei guessed his boss's thoughts and asked cautiously, "Elder, Lu Zhan's request to see you must not be as simple as handing over the Black Water Pearl. He may want to use the Black Water Pearl to exchange for greater benefits. What do you think?"
"Of course." Ji Mengli smiled charmingly: "A Saint Church disciple should have ambitions, otherwise what kind of evil cultivators would they be... Bah, what kind of Saint Church would they be? If he doesn't have any ambitions, what use would I have for him?"
When Captain Pei heard this, he immediately asked tentatively, "What benefits does the elder plan to give him?"
In fact, this was not what Captain Pei wanted to ask, but what his brothers wanted to ask. The brothers were afraid that the elder would give it to Lu Zhan for the black water beads.
After all, the elders' usual style of doing things is to use any means necessary to achieve their goals.
Ji Mengli thought for a moment and said, "Gold, silver and jewelry are all external possessions. I think he would not be interested in them."
"Ah?" Captain Pei was shocked: "Isn't Lu Zhan a greedy and lustful person?"
Ji Mengli threw the grape skins out and said coldly, "Compared to money and power, which is more important? Of course it is the latter. Once you have power, you will naturally have money. It just depends on how you use it. If Lu Zhan is willing to give me the Black Water Pearl, I will decide to give him the title of Jinling Captain."
"???" Isn't I, Pei, the leader of Jinling? Leader Pei immediately panicked. He caught the grape skin and said tremblingly, "What about me?"
Ji Mengli raised her eyelids: "Of course you have more important things to do."
Captain Pei was delighted, thinking that this was a promotion for him, and hurriedly said, "Thank you, Elder!"
"No need to thank me." Ji Mengli was very satisfied with her subordinate's attitude. She squinted her eyes and said, "A mine has been discovered in the northwest region recently. You will be in charge of the mining. Lu Zhan will be the helmsman of Jinling."
The smile on Captain Pei's face suddenly froze: "Elder? Northwest region? That place is very cold and bitter..."
Captain Pei suspected that he had heard wrongly. He had worked diligently for many years in Jinling to build up the power of Jinling Leader, but the elder just said one word and sent him to the northwest region?
He is so delicate and tender, how can he endure the Northwest?
What's more... Is he going to give the kingdom he fought so hard to build to Lu Zhan just like that? Captain Pei was reluctant.
Ji Mengli was a little impatient and said in a cold voice: "Captain Pei, since you have joined the Holy Church, you must serve the Holy Church. Obeying orders is the first priority. The Holy Church is in urgent need of resources for development. The mine in the northwest is a big resource. If you do a good job, why worry about not having the opportunity to make a fortune and rise to a higher position in the future?"
Captain Pei's eyelids jumped, and he didn't quite believe what Ji Mengli had said.
Ji Mengli's tone suddenly softened, and she said charmingly: "Only those who endure hardships can become the best. When you return from the northwest, I may need your support, Master Pei..."
Captain Pei's bones softened when he heard this, and his spirits immediately perked up. He didn't know what scene came to his mind, and he felt so excited that he bent over and thanked him: "Thank you for your cultivation, elder!"
"No need to thank me, just go back and get ready." Ji Mengli said softly.
Captain Pei's face was flushed and he left in a hurry.
After he left, the smile on Ji Mengli's face faded. She glanced towards the back of the garden and said calmly, "Come out."
Blackwater No. 2 walked out from behind the garden rockery.
Blackwater No. 2 was not dressed like a beggar at this time. Instead, he was wearing a long green gown. He looked respectable and energetic, like a scholar.
"Thank you, Elder, for taking charge of my subordinate." Blackwater No. 2 came up and kowtowed without saying a word.
Unfortunately, the elder’s extraordinary appearance could not be seen through the screen. Blackwater No. 2 knocked a few more times, trying to take a look through the gap in the screen, but ultimately failed.
Ji Mengli frowned and said, "Although Captain Pei was impulsive in this matter, it was ultimately for the sake of the Holy Church. This is also a lesson for him. Don't mention it again in the future. If the Black Water Sect wants to flourish, we still have to work together."
Blackwater No. 2 repeatedly said, "I understand."
"Well, soon, I will meet with Lu Zhan and offer him the position of the leader of Jinling. As for your future mission, it is to follow Lu Zhan and keep an eye on his every move. If he does anything that endangers the Holy Church, you can kill him."
Ji Mengli added a buff to Blackwater No. 2. Even though Lu Zhan was a talent, she couldn't trust him immediately. This sword must be used with caution.
Blackwater No. 2 was not happy. His eyelids twitched wildly: "Ah? If Lu Zhan is really up to something, I can't beat him!"
"Then use your brain. If I have to do everything, what's the point of the Saint Church educating you?" Ji Mengli actually has a bad temper, but because her bad temper affects her cultivation, she is gentle every day. But it doesn't mean that she is really gentle.
Blackwater No. 2 felt the pressure: "I understand."
After sending Blackwater II away, Ji Mengli stood up. She looked at the clear sky in the distance, her charming eyes narrowed slightly, and she began to cough violently: "Cough cough..."
……
The sun is high in the sky and the autumn air is crisp and clear.
On the sparsely populated official road, a man and a woman came out of the forest. The girl was holding the man, and the man was spitting at the tree next to him.
It was Lu Zhan and Chu Wantang.
Lu Zhan had been traveling with Ling Jiaoyue for so long that he had gradually adapted to the issue of height when flying a sword. Only then did he confidently board Chu Wantang's flying sword. However, who could have expected that little Chu was much more irritable than Yueyue.
Xiao Chu flew the sword incredibly fast.
In order to show off his skills in front of Lu Zhan, Xiao Chu chose to walk in the mountains, flying up and down on his sword, dodging left and right, and his sword-controlling skills were very superb.
So Lu Zhan vomited.
Even a night doctor, even a cultivator, could not control sword dizziness and fear of heights, which made Lu Zhan very distressed because it violated the cultivation rules of cultivators.
If a cultivator cannot even control this, what is the point of cultivation?
"Are you okay?" Chu Wantang patted Lu Zhan on the back, feeling a little guilty: "Sorry, I saw that you were so confident with the sword, I thought you were used to it, so I wanted to show you my superb skills..."
Xiao Chu also felt a little aggrieved. How could she have thought that Lu Zhan's calm demeanor was all fake?
What's the point of pretending about this kind of thing?
Lu Zhan used his true energy to suppress it, waved his hand and said, "It's okay, let's find a place to have some tea."
After the battle of killing He, Lu Zhan's soul was greatly nourished. In addition, with Chu Wantang traveling with him, no one dares to challenge his edge now.
Chu Wantang was a little tired from traveling, so the two of them hit it off and went into the city to find a restaurant to eat.
"So, Chun Ge and the others are all fine, they all escaped unscathed, and they collected a lot of natural treasures?"
Lu Zhan drank two sips of tea and felt much better. He chatted with Chu Wantang about what happened in the past two months.