It is the fifteenth day of September in the first year of Yonghan.
Liu Bian got up early as usual and practiced Tai Chi sword. After exercising, he showered, washed, changed into dry clothes, and went straight to the front hall to enjoy breakfast.
Wang Yi is indeed the palace food supervisor, with very good cooking skills and understanding. Liu Bian can grasp the key points and gradually improve his cooking skills with just a few casual comments.
Although Liu Bian's evaluation of the mutton soup today is still only "fair", he himself admitted that the "fair" at this time is a great improvement compared to the "fair" yesterday.
Since the change of food supervisor and the improvement of food standards, Liu Bian clearly feels that there is more flesh on his arms and his complexion is more rosy than before. This is a very good sign.
Liu Bian firmly believes that under the guidance of a fitness coach, his physical fitness can at least return to normal within five months, and he may even be stronger than normal people of the same age.
After breakfast, Liu Bian left the news about the imperial city's floor plan in the inner courtyard. After briefly explaining some things to Tang Ji, he got up and went straight to Lantai, where he continued to act with Li Fang in order to hide his true intentions.
Today is like yesterday. Liu Bian is still absent-minded. He just cooperates with the experts of the Military Advisor Alliance and keeps screenshots of the content they are interested in for verification.
Until the sun sets in the west and the palace gate is about to close, I finally read through all the books in the Orchid Terrace.
The answer is naturally no, Liu Bian failed to find the volume.
At this moment, Tai Shitong completely relaxed: "Your Highness, Lantai has actually been collecting books for a long time. It probably happened in the previous dynasty. Logically speaking, the book you are looking for is not in Lantai, but in Dongguan."
During the Eastern Han Dynasty, the functions of the National Library and Archives in Lantai were gradually transferred to Dongguan, and almost all important collation matters were held in Dongguan.
In fact, Tai Shitong suspected that the scroll was not in Lantai from the beginning. If Liu Bian had not insisted on Lantai, he would have kicked the problem to Dongguan.
certainly!
Tai Shitong never thought that what Liu Bian wanted to find was not recent at all, but a long time ago. Therefore, he could only look for it in Lantai, not Dongguan.
However, since Tai Shitong brought it up, in order to distract Li Fang, Liu Bian could only turn around and said: "General Li, can we go to Dongguan and have a look tomorrow?"
At this point, Liu Bian had an angry look on his face and said aggressively: "I must find this book."
"Well......"
Although Li Fang was reluctant, he was afraid that Liu Bian would use this as an excuse to continue to find trouble: "Yes, since His Highness is interested, I will definitely accompany His Highness to find the book."
Liu Bian raised his head and looked at the other party, and said angrily: "General Li is really patient. In this case, let's meet in front of Dongguan Gate tomorrow morning."
Li Fang naturally accepted the move, cupped his hands and clasped his fists: "The end will come."
Liu Bian missed him and walked away.
At this moment, netizens in the live broadcast room immediately cheered:
"Haha, Mr. Bian's acting skills are getting better and better. Li Fang definitely thinks that you are provoking him. It is not to find a book at all. The purpose is concealed quite well."
"With your acting skills, it shouldn't be a problem for you to win an Oscar, right? Even if I let Fa Ge over, I'm afraid it won't be as natural as your acting."
"Brother, I can only admire you."
"Admire +1"
"Admire +2"
"..."
Liu Bian was in a great mood.
As he walked, he chatted with netizens.
Sometimes he broke into a silly smile, sometimes he shook his head in embarrassment, as if he hadn't been so relaxed for a long time.
*****
at the same time.
Outside the palace.
Shi A handed Liu Bian's letter to Zhu Tong: "This time I am really convinced. His Highness compiled a volume casually, obtained the specific location of the imperial city's floor plan, and also drew the internal floor plan."
"Tsk tsk~~"
Shi A clicked his tongue in amazement and said with emotion: "Your Highness has such a clever plan, and with the help of you and me, it may be possible to escape from the palace. I, Shi A, have never seen such a persistent person in my life."
"Of course!"
Zhu Tong raised his chin slightly, with an arrogant look on his face: "Your Highness is just born at the wrong time. If you give him enough time, how can the imperial court be occupied by Dong thieves?"
"Okay."
Shi'a didn't bother to listen to his nonsense. He waved his hand and went straight to the point: "Your Highness has obtained the specific location of the imperial city's floor plan. How about you, are you sure you can get the key?"
Phew~~~
Zhu Tong frowned and looked troubled: "After my two days of observation, Tai Shitong is a cautious person. Although the key is carried with him, it is packed in a lining. It is not easy to steal it on the street."
Shi A frowned: "Isn't it too dangerous to take Tai Shi Tong's key?"
Zhu Tong shook his head: "Although Tai Shi Tong has a higher authority, the more he is like this, the safer he is. I have observed that the key on his body is basically just a spare. Instead, it is the key on his disciple's body, which must be used every day.
"
"I see."
Shi A nodded slowly and then suggested: "Since it's not easy to steal on the street, we might as well do it while he's sleeping, okay?"
Zhu Tong laughed sarcastically and shook his head again: "There are two vicious dogs in Taishi Tong's house. Once they are alerted, the consequences will be disastrous."
"ah?"
Shi A was stunned: "This Tai Shi Tong actually likes to raise dogs?"
"Um."
"Indeed."
Zhu Tong was also helpless: "But don't worry, brother Shi, I have been observing Shi Zixiao's mansion for a while and basically have a grasp of the situation there. As long as Tai Shitong goes to Shi Zixiao's mansion to ask for advice on alchemy, I guarantee to get the key."
"Shi Zixuan?"
Shi A pondered for a long time and then sighed: "It's okay, there are many people coming and going there. As long as you seize the opportunity, you can hit it with one strike. According to the time, Tai Shi Tong should be leaving the palace soon. You'd better be prepared.
Take action at any time."
"good."
Zhu Tong nodded: "Don't worry, just leave it to me."
The corner of Shi'a's lips raised slightly: "If you need help, just ask. I, Shi'a, am fairly well-known among the Luoyang Rangers. I raise my arms and shout, even if there is not a hundred, there is still fifty. We can't do big things, but small things."
It’s easy to do.”
"I know what you can do."
"rest assured."
Zhu Tong took a deep breath and said solemnly: "If one day I really need your help, I will not be polite."
Shi A smiled lightly: "I, Shi A, will do my best to help."
The two fists touched each other like an oath of alliance.
Immediately.
Zhu Tong's lips slightly raised: "Let's go." Then he left straight away.
He headed straight to the west of the imperial city.
It's not far from the gold market.
Even though the sun is fading, it is still very lively.
Shi Zixuan's residence is located in this alley, so he can find some tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle.
Zhu Tong was hiding at the door of a tea shop.
This is the only way to Shi Zixuan's mansion. As long as Tai Shitong comes here, he will not be able to escape his sight.
"Have a pot of tea."
Zhu Tong sat outside and waited quietly.
About a quarter of an hour passed.
While he was drinking tea, a familiar figure came into view at the end of the street.
"You kid..."
Zhu Tong suddenly became energetic and stared at the other party with burning eyes: "He's really here."
Seeing Tai Shi Tong turn into Lu Lane, Zhu Tong took two big coins and hurriedly followed.