Han Mo's words made Lin Ling su's body tremble.
"Is this true?"
"Naturally true! However, I can only guarantee that they will not set foot in Bianliang within three years. As for what happens after three years, I dare not guarantee it!"
"Then, I wonder what the 'three-chapter law' that the young official mentioned is?"
After listening to Han Mo's words, Lin Ling su's breathing began to quicken.
To make all the monks withdraw from Bianliang!
He knew that even in his prime, he had not accomplished such a great feat.
If it was as he said, and they could make those monks give up the foundation they had worked so hard to regain, then what of paying some price?
Even if it was only for three years, it would be enough for him to complete his plans and ensure the safe withdrawal of the entire Shenxiao Sect!
"First, all disciples of the Shenxiao Sect are not allowed to bully the good, extort fortunes, or take lives!"
If it were not absolutely necessary, Han Mo would not want to associate with these Taoists. But now that it had become a last resort, he could only try to minimize the harm these Taoists could cause.
"The Shenxiao Sect has many disciples now. Even if you didn't say it, I would do it!"
Although these words indeed sounded like he was flattering himself, since he nodded, Han Mo did not expose Lin Ling su.
"Second, all disciples of the Shenxiao Sect are not allowed to hoard treasures, commit evil deeds, or defile the wives and daughters of others!"
"Then what is the third?"
In the end, it was still about the disciples of the Shenxiao Sect. Lin Ling su agreed without even thinking about it.
After all, it was just a matter of issuing a few decrees. As for how the people below would act, Zhang Ruhui and the others would naturally restrain them.
"Third, I hope that sir will advance and retreat with Han in the next three years, no matter what happens! As for what happens after three years, we will see then!"
As Han Mo spoke, he extended his right hand.
"I agree to these three points!"
After looking at Han Mo deeply, Lin Ling su did not hesitate to clap his hands with Han Mo.
"Aren't you afraid that my plan will go wrong and drag you down with me?"
"Let's not mince words in front of each other. I have reached this point through my own judgment of character. Moreover, what in this world is absolutely certain? If such a thing existed, it would probably be the most dangerous!"
After smiling self-deprecatingly, Lin Ling su tightened his clothes again.
It was the depth of winter. Even though there were two charcoal braziers burning in the hidden compartment of the carriage, there was still cold wind constantly blowing in from outside.
Although he was injured this time due to his own stratagem, he could clearly feel that his body was getting weaker day by day after this injury.
"This is not a place to talk. Sir has a special identity. If it is not necessary in the future, we should not meet directly. After all, this is Bianliang City, and the spies of the Imperial City Department are not to be trifled with!"
Since the important matters were settled, Han Mo had no intention of lingering. He cupped his hands towards Lin Ling su and said directly.
"Lord Han is right. If there is anything in the future, Your Lordship can directly contact my unworthy disciple!"
"It's the same on my end. Someone will come to find sir later!"
The relationship between the two of them was a union of interests, so there was no need for so many superficial pleasantries. After finishing these important matters, Han Mo jumped off the carriage and leisurely returned to Han Jia Yan's mansion.
As for Lin Ling su's carriage, it slowly drove back into the alley, like a drop of water rejoining the ocean, calm and undisturbed...
In Han Jia Yan's mansion, the night was filled with pleasantries. However, those important figures who intended to do something during the morning court did not sleep much that night.
As everyone eagerly awaited, time finally came to the early hours of the fourth watch.
"Brother Mo, it's time to get up!"
As Han Mo was groggily asleep, the voices of two young maids came from outside the door.
"So early? Being an official in the capital is too difficult!"
Looking at the dark sky outside, Han Mo was a little depressed.
The downside of being an official in the capital was having to wake up so early.
"His Highness the驸马 ordered it. It's your first time attending the morning court today, so it's better to get up early!"
Seeing the depressed expression on Han Mo's face, the two young maids hurried to bring him a cup of warm strong tea as they spoke.
"I hear the bamboo hut rustling, but I recall sleeping soundly in Chuzhou..."
After stretching lazily, Han Mo could only resignedly get up.
However, compared to the lower-ranking officials living in the outer city, Han Mo was already very fortunate to be getting up at this time.
After all, the time for court was fixed. It was fine to come a little early, but it would be a big problem to be late.
The Song dynasty had no shortage of officials. If you didn't want to do it, there were plenty of people waiting in line behind you.
It would be too unlucky to be targeted by an censor for oversleeping.
With the service of the two young maids, Han Mo quickly washed up, changed into a brand new official robe, and sat in the carriage, yawning all the way, heading straight for the waiting hall.
The so-called waiting hall was where officials in the capital checked in for morning court every day. Many people who lived too far away could only endure the wait in the waiting hall to catch a nap.
To facilitate these officials and to earn more copper coins, some vendors would even wait here early, selling exquisite breakfasts and the like.
Of course, except for the truly diligent emperors, like the "God of High-Beam River," the other emperors of the Song dynasty were not particularly enthusiastic about attending court.
Especially the current one!
After all, attending court was something that both officials and emperors had to wake up early for.
The current His Majesty had a wider range of interests and a richer nightlife. Therefore, it was naturally more difficult for him to wake up in the morning.
It was precisely because of this that the officials were able to enjoy some benefits.
However, a large court session convened temporarily like today was unavoidable.
So, by the time Han Mo arrived at the waiting hall, he could already hear continuous yawning sounds before he even got out of the carriage.
"Son-in-law, it's almost time. Do you want to go in and register your attendance?"