Truly Worthy of Me (2)

Tao Liuliu patted his chest, his expression still showing lingering fear.

Xu Lu glanced at him.

He was not nervous because Xu Lu had arrived, but probably because of the sweep operation in Jiangdu City.

This time, the Heavenly Palace had indeed made up its mind, and those rebel Mystic Cultivators still in Jiangdu City might be exposed.

If they were truly exposed, then even Tao Liuliu's identity would not be able to protect him.

"Is this gentleman one of the owners of Taibai Tower?"

Xu Lu's gaze fell upon the man standing behind Tao Liuliu.

That person was about the same age as Tao Liuliu, seemingly also of wealthy origin, his entire body carrying the wild, unbridled aura of a wealthy young master.

"The number one talent of Jiangdu graces us with his presence; it is truly the honor of Taibai Tower."

The man laughed heartily, cupping his hands.

"Old Lu, let me introduce you. This is Jing Ergou."

Tao Liuliu spoke.

"Jing— Ergou?"

Xu Lu was stunned. What kind of name was this?

"If a dog is not taught, it is the father's fault."

The man did not mind at all. "If Brother Xu wants to laugh, go ahead. In any case, this name of mine has been laughed at by many since I was a child."

"Brother Jing, this name is indeed a bit... unique."

Xu Lu could not help but laugh.

This Jing Ergou was quite interesting. Having such a unique name already, he had even given himself the nickname Wu Gui, truly an oddity.

Speaking of which, he was called Ergou, and Tao Liuliu's nickname was Dog Butcher. Were these two in a love-hate relationship?

"What else could be done? My old man gave it to me," Jing Ergou spread his hands, saying helplessly.

"Old Lu, we are all family here, no need to be polite. Just call him Ergou, or Gouzi is fine."

Tao Liuliu sat down grandly and spoke.

"Then I won't be polite," Xu Lu smiled and spoke. "Gouzi, I have been in Jiangdu also for quite some time, but why have I never met you before? Your Taibai Tower seems to have appeared out of thin air, and it has indeed put quite a bit of pressure on my Deyue Tower."

"Though Brother Xu has not seen me, I have long heard of your great name," Jing Ergou sat down opposite Xu Lu, first instructing Diwu Huorong to serve wine and food, and then spoke. "The number one talent of Jiangdu, even the number one talent of Taixuan. Brother Xu's name is like thunder in my ears."

"Ergou is not from Jiangdu," Tao Liuliu spoke. "His main base is in Gusu."

"Swallow Dock?" Xu Lu blurted out.

"What do you mean?" Jing Ergou and Tao Liuliu looked at each other, confused.

"Nothing, I previously heard people say that outside Gusu City there is a Swallow Dock, where an extraordinary martial artist resides," Xu Lu prevaricated.

"Ah—" Jing Ergou said. "Brother Xu is indeed knowledgeable. I didn't even know there was such a place outside Gusu City. Next time I return, I must pay a visit."

"Old Lu, Ergou's family is the wealthiest in Gusu. In the future when you go to Gusu, just look for him," Tao Liuliu said. "If he dares not to entertain you well, see how I deal with him!"

"Who doesn't know that I, Jing Ergou, am the most hospitable?" Jing Ergou said. "When Brother Xu comes to Gusu, just consider it as returning home."

Xu Lu looked at the two, finding it extremely amusing.

If the two of them knew that he was Bai Zhantang, he wondered what their expressions would be.

Two playboys, yet behind them, they were rebel Mystic Cultivators. This was truly eye-opening.

In a sense, their current appearance was instead a natural disguise.

After all, in the perception of ordinary people, rebel Mystic Cultivators should live a life of hiding. With them being so high-profile, how could they be rebels?

"Master, Master Xu."

While the three were chatting, Diwu Huorong knocked on the door and reported.

"There are people from the Heavenly Palace outside, wanting to investigate rebels."

"Who is the newcomer? Do I have to personally go out to welcome them?"

Tao Liuliu slammed his wine cup down, saying angrily, "Or do they think I, Tao Liuliu, am a rebel?"

"Young Master Tao indeed has a temper."

A hearty laugh rang out, and Xu Jianyi appeared at the door of the private room.

"Xu is acting under orders. If there is any offense, please forgive me, Young Master Tao," Xu Jianyi cupped his hands and said.

Behind him, Jiangdu City Chief Constable Li Yaozhong followed.

The dignified Chief Constable of Jiangdu City was currently acting like a little lackey following behind to assist.

However, this Xu Jianyi also knew how to conduct himself, not showing a high and mighty attitude.

After all, Heavenly Officials were also human, and they could not avoid the ways of the world.

If he truly offended the Tao family, though Xu Jianyi was not afraid, it would ultimately bring no benefit.

"So it is Heavenly Official Xu," Tao Liuliu glanced at Xu Jianyi, saying calmly. "Well, how does Heavenly Official Xu wish to test us?"

"You only need to place your hands on this object," Xu Jianyi took out a neat, square object.

A spiritual energy measuring device!

Xu Lu recognized it at a glance.

Not long ago, the Heavenly Official who came to Bao An Hall had also used this method.

However, with Xu Lu having the system panel's assistance, that Heavenly Official naturally had not measured anything.

Xu Lu keenly noticed that the moment Xu Jianyi took out the spiritual energy measuring device, the bodies of Tao Liuliu and Jing Ergou both stiffened slightly.

What surprised Xu Lu was that he noticed Diwu Huorong actually had a similar reaction.

He glanced at Diwu Huorong, a strange look flashing in his eyes.

Who would have thought.

Right under his nose, there was actually another hidden rebel!

Diwu Huorong was actually also a rebel Mystic Cultivator!

"Lord Xu, a Heavenly Official has already been to my Bao An Hall before, so I don't need to be measured again, right?" Xu Lu stood up and said with a smile.

"So it is Vice Workshop Master Xu. Then naturally there is no need," Xu Jianyi said.

Xu Lu stepped to his side, standing firmly behind him.

His movement did not cause any reaction from Xu Jianyi. In Xu Jianyi's eyes, Xu Lu stepping behind him to make room was a very normal thing.

He placed the spiritual energy measuring device on the table, speaking, "Young Master Tao, Young Master Jing, and Manager Diwu, please."

His hands were clasped behind his back, his expression showing no suspicion.

Li Yaozhong held a register, recording.

Everyone in Jiangdu City had to undergo such a test.

"Let me go first," Tao Liuliu spoke.

Though his expression did not show the slightest abnormality, if one looked closely, they could detect the killing intent deep in his eyes.

Extremely obviously, he was also not confident that he could conceal himself from this spiritual energy measuring device.

One step, two steps...

Tao Liuliu walked to the front of the spiritual energy measuring device, slowly extending his hand, pressing down toward the device.

On the other side, Jing Ergou sat by the table, his fist already clenched tightly under the table.

He had already begun to secretly circulate his secret art.

These Heavenly Officials had come too quickly, and they actually did not give them any face.

If things went wrong, they might have to fight.

Clack—

Tao Liuliu's hand finally rested on the spiritual energy measuring device.

"Lord Xu, is this a mystic treasure? Can it truly test for Mystic Cultivators?" Xu Lu suddenly spoke.

"It can," Xu Jianyi said.

"Look, Young Master Tao is indeed not a rebel," he said casually.

On the face of Tao Liuliu there was some surprise, and deep in his eyes flashed a hint of joy.

Nothing happened? Could it be that his aura-concealing secret art had improved?

To the point that even the Heavenly Palace's spiritual energy measuring device could be deceived?

Truly worthy of me.

He turned his head to look at Jing Ergou, using his eyes to ask: I have passed, you won't have a problem, right?

How should I know? Could this spiritual energy measuring device be broken? Jing Ergou replied with his eyes.

Under Xu Jianyi's watchful gaze, he stood up somewhat reluctantly, walking to the front of the spiritual energy measuring device.

"I say, Lord Xu, look at this appearance of mine, do I look like a rebel?

Let me tell you, you are wasting manpower and resources.

In this Jiangdu City, in broad daylight, how could there be so many rebels?"

Jing Ergou finished speaking, his hand still an inch away from the spiritual energy measuring device, casually sweeping over it.

"Look, I am indeed not a rebel," Jing Ergou said.

"Place your hand on it!"

Xu Jianyi narrowed his eyes slightly, saying coldly, "Young Master Jing, do not play tricks.

This time, the Grand Heavenly Official is truly enraged. If you wish to play tricks before me, I may tolerate you, but the butcher's blade of the Heavenly Palace won't tolerate the eldest young master of the Jing family!"