Five days passed in the blink of an eye.
To avoid attracting attention, Han Mo specially brought Han Yan and Chun Tao to the Shenxiao Palace today.
After the last incident, he was now famous throughout the entire Shenxiao Palace.
As soon as he entered, a young Taoist boy immediately went to inform Zhang Ruhui.
“Young Official Han, you haven't visited in a long time. Why do you have time to come today?”
Upon seeing Han Mo again, Zhang Ruhui's attitude towards him had undergone a complete 180-degree turn.
After all, he had also heard about matters in the imperial court. Lin Ling Su had almost no secrets from him, and their plans with Han Mo were not kept from him either.
How could he dare to neglect someone who could bring misfortune to Cai Jing?
“Daoist Zhang! I’m just bringing my younger sister to look around today. You don’t need to be nervous!”
As Han Mo spoke, he also cast a deep glance at Zhang Ruhui.
The speed of these Taoists was truly astonishing. In just a few days, the side halls of Shenxiao Palace were already sprouting numerous deities.
These deities, unheard of by previous generations, were now emerging one by one.
Furthermore, there were dedicated Taoist priests explaining the origins of these deities to the devout believers.
This was a complete translation of the contents of Han Mo’s manuscripts into reality.
It almost made Han Mo want to laugh. However, their actions had indeed greatly increased the prestige of Shenxiao Palace in Bianliang City.
After all, creating a deity was easy, but thoroughly detailing the past and present life of each deity was no simple matter.
“Then why don’t I act as your guide, Young Official?”
Zhang Ruhui readily offered with a smile.
“That might not be appropriate! After all, you are a busy man! I’ll just wander around casually. Please continue with your work, Daoist!”
Han Mo directly refused Zhang Ruhui, as he was here to serendipitously encounter Zong Ying.
At this moment, it was rather inconvenient to talk with them by his side.
“Since that’s the case, I won’t disturb your pleasant mood. However, if you have some free time later, perhaps you could visit the backyard! My master has missed seeing you for many days!”
“It would be my honor to meet Immortal Lin.”
Han Mo smiled and readily agreed.
Unlike the true scholar-officials, Han Mo didn't hold many prejudices against the profession of "charlatans."
Although they had indeed done many bad deeds, Han Mo's time was limited, and if he wanted to climb the ranks quickly, Lin Ling Su was indeed very useful to him.
“In that case, I will not linger. Please, Young Official, make yourself at home!”
After Zhang Ruhui finished speaking, he called over a young Taoist boy to act as Han Mo’s guide and then turned to leave.
“Second Brother, you are truly amazing! I heard that this Immortal Lin usually only nods his head even when meeting with high-ranking officials!”
After Zhang Ruhui left, Han Yan looked at Han Mo with admiration and said.
“Of course, your second brother is the most amazing! If you want to meet him, I’ll take you to see an immortal later!”
Han Mo smiled but did not remove the divine guise from Lin Ling Su in front of Han Yan.
After all, with the approaching turmoil, those with faith might actually live simpler lives.
Clever people are often in pain, while those who are ignorant and unaware can easily feel the presence of happiness.
“Then it’s a deal! You’re not allowed to trick me!”
Upon hearing Han Mo’s words, Han Yan almost jumped up.
Compared to his excitement, Chun Tao appeared much calmer.
“What are you staring at those Taoist priests for? What’s so interesting about them?”
After making a pinky promise with Han Yan, Han Mo noticed that Chun Tao had been staring at the Taoist priests.
“Brother Mo, these Taoist priests are making so much money! In just a short while, I saw their money boxes increase by hundreds of strings of cash!”
This time, Han Mo was truly speechless. As expected of a little money-lover, she was still staring at the money boxes even in a place like this.
“Brother Han? What are you doing here?”
Fortunately, at this moment, Zong Ying finally arrived.
“As I have nothing else to do today, I’ve accompanied my younger sister for a visit. Brother Shoudao, are you…?”
Looking at the suspicious people among the bustling crowd around them, Han Mo said with a smile.
“What a coincidence. His Highness has been plagued by nightmares recently, so today he ordered me to come here to invite a Taoist priest to look into it.”
“So that’s how it is. I happen to know Daoist Zhang here. How about I take you to find him?”
“Then I’ll trouble you, Brother Han!”
“You two don’t stray too far. Just wander around the temple for a bit. I’ll come back to find you later!”
“Mm! Sister Chun Tao, look over there, is that a peace charm?”
The little girl was still young. Before Han Mo could finish speaking, Han Yan had already dragged Chun Tao towards a side hall.
Led by a young Taoist boy, Han Mo and Zong Ying walked through the bustling crowd and arrived at the back of the Taoist temple.
After passing through the moon gate, the suspicious people outside could no longer approach.
“You can go and attend to your own matters. I know the way and can find Daoist Zhang myself!”
Since the purpose of avoiding attention had been achieved, he directly took out a piece of silver from his sleeve and tossed it to the young Taoist boy.
After all, Zhang Ruhui had instructed the boy before leaving not to obstruct whatever Han Mo intended to do.
Furthermore, with the reward money, he was naturally happy to be free.
After thanking Han Mo, the young Taoist boy took the silver and turned to leave.
The surroundings finally quieted down. The two walked forward, chatting in hushed tones.
“Regarding His Highness, are there any suitable candidates?”
Time was precious, so Han Mo got straight to the point.
“There is one, but he has now retired, and it might be difficult to push him forward…”
“Who?”
“Brother Han might not have heard of him. This person was once the prince’s enlightenment teacher, named Xu Churen! However, in previous years, due to his overly strong character, he refused to yield to Cai Jing and Tong Guan…”
Zong Ying stopped speaking at this point, and Han Mo could easily guess the rest.
After all, in the eyes of the scholars of this era, it was too common to achieve great things for the world when successful, and to live in seclusion when poor. Seeing the actions of those in power and then resigning in indignation was a normal occurrence.
For Zhao Zhen, this position was too important. Therefore, seeing Han Mo’s furrowed brow, Zong Ying began to feel a bit anxious.