Zongwu: Start as Jinyiwei, invincible and powerful!

Chapter 127 The Emperor’s Test, Promotion and Title!

"arrive!"

Looking at the towering city walls and the two large characters "Yong'an" engraved on the city gate, Lin Fan shook his head slightly in an inexplicable voice.

After leaving the military camp, Lin Fan and his group traveled non-stop. After nearly a month, they finally returned to the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

"Brother Lin, shall we go home first? Or should you go directly to the palace?" Kankan, who was beside Lin Fan, asked in a tender voice.

"You go back first. I have to go to the Northern Pacification Office first before entering the palace." Lin Fan shook his head slightly and said, "Evil King, please come with me to the Northern Pacification Office."

"Yeah," Kanan nodded in agreement and had no objection to it.

Shi Zhixuan has no right to express his opinion.

So, after entering Yong'an City, Lin Fan and Kankan went their separate ways, taking Shi Zhixuan and the Jinyiwei directly back to the Northern Pacification Office.

"See the Commander!"

All the Jinyiwei in the Northern Pacification Office bowed respectfully upon seeing Lin Fan return.

The Jinyiwei have always been well-informed, and some of Lin Fan's actions in the Sui Kingdom have been reported back to the capital.

The Jinyiwei, from top to bottom, became more and more awed by Lin Fan.

Lin Fan nodded and didn't say anything more.

Soon, Lin Fan arrived at the office of the new Northern Pacification Envoy.

"I greet the Commander!"

When Lu Liren, the new Jinyiwei Northern Pacification Envoy, saw Lin Fan, he quickly stood up and saluted respectfully.

"Master Lu, please don't be polite." Lin Fan waved his hand and lifted Lu Liren up through a burst of Qi. Then he asked, "Did anything happen within the Jinyiwei during my absence from the capital?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Liren quickly said, "The Jinyiwei is operating smoothly. Nothing major has happened. These are just some normal minor tasks."

"Yes," Lin Fan nodded and said, "Please settle the brothers who came back with me and give them a few days' rest."

"As you command," Lu Liren responded respectfully.

Lin Fan paused for a moment and said, "Also, does the Jinyiwei have any information about Zhang Julu?"

When Lu Liren heard this, his heart was shocked and his expression changed slightly.

"What? No? Then go and help me check it out. I want accurate information within three days, understand?" Lin Fan glanced at Lu Liren and said.

"I obey your command!" Lu Liren's mind raced, he gritted his teeth and agreed solemnly.

Lin Fan said, "You've done a good job managing the Northern Pacification Division. I hope you won't let me get my hopes up or make any wrong choices."

"I will keep your teachings in mind," Lu Liren said solemnly after hearing this. He bowed quickly.

"Well, I'm going to the palace to meet the emperor now. This person's name is Shi Zhixuan. He will stay in the Northern Pacification Office temporarily to assist you in handling some things. Is that okay?" Lin Fan's eyes flashed, and he gestured to Shi Zhixuan next to him and said to Lu Liren.

Lu Liren immediately said, "Thank you, sir, for sending a helping hand to my subordinate."

Lin Fan nodded slightly, glanced at the two of them, then turned and left.

The reason why Lin Fan went to the Northern Pacification Office was, on the one hand, to settle the Jinyiwei who came back with him from the Sui Dynasty, and on the other hand, he also planned to warn the Northern Pacification Envoy.

Whether it was because the Jinyiwei's intelligence was out of date or for other reasons, Lin Fan did not receive any negative news about him from the court officials through the Jinyiwei.

However, Yu Huatian from the West Factory reported this to Lin Fan.

Lin Fan naturally had to pay more attention.

After leaving the Northern Pacification Office, Lin Fan did not delay and went straight to the palace.

Not long after, Lin Fan met Emperor Zhu Shou in the palace.

Lin Fan discovered that Emperor Zhu Shou seemed to be in a bad condition.

"I am here to see you, Your Majesty!"

Lin Fan bowed slightly and performed a reluctant salute.

Emperor Zhu Shou smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Lord Lin, there's no need to be so polite. When did you come back?"

Lin Fan said, "I just arrived today. After returning to the capital, I brought my brothers back to the Northern Pacification Office, and then came to pay my respects to Your Majesty."

Zhu Shou nodded in satisfaction after hearing this, and suddenly asked, "I have suddenly recalled Lord Lin. Is Lord Lin dissatisfied?"

Lin Fan pretended to be happy and said, "I am so happy. Being in the capital is much more comfortable than being on the battlefield."

"Haha, that's good," Zhu Shou laughed out loud when he heard this, and then said,

"I have also heard of Lord Lin's military achievements in the Sui Kingdom. According to the imperial palace attendant, Lord Lin should have reached the state of unity between man and nature."

The strength Lin Fan showed in the Sui Kingdom was so strong, much stronger than when he killed Zhu Wusi. This made Zhu Shou think more about it.

Coupled with the reminders of some ministers, Zhu Shou became even more worried. Lin Fan also became ambitious and wanted to take over the Sui Kingdom for himself, and even use the Sui Kingdom as a base to counterattack the heartland of the Great Zhou.

This is exactly why Zhu Shou called Lin Fan back.

Lin Fan said, "Indeed, I would like to thank Your Majesty for sending me to the Sui Kingdom."

"I received a challenge from Ning Daoqi, the Sui Kingdom's top expert. On my way to the final battle site, I accidentally obtained a spiritual fruit. After swallowing it, my cultivation level increased greatly, and I directly stepped into the realm of unity between man and nature."

"My dear Lin, you are so lucky." Zhu Shou felt a little envious when he heard Lin Fan's words.

Zhu Shou did not have much doubt about Lin Fan's words.

Because the news of Lin Fan's breakthrough in the Funiu Mountains had spread everywhere.

But before that, no one knew what realm Lin Fan was at.

Lin Fan said politely, "This is all thanks to Your Majesty."

"Haha, let's not talk about this anymore," Zhu Shou chuckled and said, "There's another matter that requires your help in transferring Lord Lin back."

"Your Majesty, please give your orders," Lin Fan said, clasping his fists slightly.

Zhu Shou's face was somewhat gloomy as he said, "Recently, a group of daring bandits appeared in the Great Zhou."

"Not only did they rob the Prince of Pingnan's palace of eighteen hu of pearls, but they also committed sixty or seventy major crimes within a month, leaving behind only a piece of silk embroidered with black peonies."

"The Divine Marquisate and the Six Gates have jointly dispatched forces, but have been unable to uncover any useful information. I hope you can lead the Imperial Guards to uncover the truth of this case and bring these bandits to justice."

"I will do my utmost to solve this case!"

Lin Fan clasped his fists slightly and said.

"I naturally trust the ability of Lord Lin Ai," Zhu Shou smiled upon hearing this, and then continued,

"In addition, Lord Lin is extremely capable and has rendered great service to the court. I have decided to confer upon him the title of Grand Protector and Marquis of Yongyi."

The Great Zhou Dynasty had Tai Shi, Tai Fu, and Tai Bao, collectively known as the Three Dukes.

The deputies of the Three Dukes were the Shao Shi, Shao Fu, and Shao Bao, collectively known as the Three Orphans.

Shao Bao is the deputy of Tai Bao, and is considered a senior adviser to the emperor, and is also responsible for protecting the emperor.

The prefix "Crown Prince" was missing, and the rank was upgraded from the second rank to the first rank.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Fan looked grateful and thanked Emperor Zhu Shou.

"Well, Lord Lin, please go back and rest for a while. We will start investigating this major case the day after tomorrow."

After talking about the reward, Zhu Shou said to Lin Fan.

"Wei Chen resigns!"

Lin Fan clasped his fists slightly, slowly walked out of the hall, then left the palace and returned home.