Chapter 860 Necklace

Clinder and Zhang Heng left Commodus' study one after another.

Zhang Heng walked down the steps along the way he came, and as he was walking through the front garden, he heard a burst of giggles not far away.

Zhang Heng stopped and saw Queen Crispina and Commodus' sister Lucilla walking out from behind a flower garden arm in arm, talking and laughing.

The two women also stopped after seeing him, and Lucila's eyes flashed with a trace of amusement, "Oh, what a good day today is, we are lucky enough to meet the gladiatorial champion of Flavi Amphitheater."

Crispina was obviously also impressed by the Oriental in front of her, but she was much more reserved than Lucilla. She just encouraged Zhang Heng a few words, and then planned to move forward, but the next moment Lucilla pulled her Her arms pulled Crispina back, "Don't you always complain to me that life in the palace is boring?"

"Yes, Commodus was as diligent as his father. He was a good emperor. He was always worried about all kinds of things. He was worried that his people would starve and that the soldiers who fought for the empire would not be able to do anything. He got enough rewards... so he didn't spend much time with me after we got married." Although Crispina tried her best to say good things about her husband, there was still a hint of resentment in her tone.

"Well, that's how men are. They only see power and politics. That's why we women have to learn to have fun on our own." Lucila said.

"What kind of fun?" Crispina asked a little confused.

"We have the gladiatorial champion of the Flavi Amphitheater in front of us. Are we still afraid that we won't be able to have any fun?" Lucila's eyes moved on Zhang Heng's face and chest.

"Sorry, I am no longer a gladiator." Zhang Heng said.

"Yes, my brother gave you freedom, but I heard that you just performed at the Victor Arena two weeks ago." Lucila said leisurely.

"I have an agreement with Marcus. In order to make up for his loss, I will hold a show at the Victor Arena every month. If you want to see my show, I can give you two before the next show. I’ll give you a ticket to the box, I believe the Victor Arena will be brightened by your presence.” Zhang Heng said without being humble or arrogant.

"Oh, that's so thoughtful, but what if we want to see it now?" Lucila didn't have any thoughts of going down the steps. Instead, she straightened her chest and took another half step forward, bringing herself and Zhang Heng closer. distance.

"Today, not today, I still have work to do." Zhang Heng said without changing his expression.

"What job is more important than performing for us?"

Lucilla wanted to move forward, but this time Zhang Heng didn't speak, and Queen Crispina on the other side rushed to answer, "I know, my husband mentioned you to me, more than once, he wanted you to Be his advisor, so have you got your appointment letter?”

"Yes, Queen."

"Congratulations, it seems that you really have something serious to do," Crispina said, then turned to Lucilla and said, "Commodus has arranged a task for him. It should be very important. Let's leave it today." Let him ride a horse."

"Wow, you are really my brother's virtuous wife, a husband and a wife," Lucila raised her eyebrows and looked at Zhang Heng, "Well, since the queen has spoken for you, if I stop you anymore, it will look like I don't know how to do it. It’s important to consider the severity, but when you’re done with what you’re doing, remember to come to us.”

As she spoke, Lucila took off her necklace from her neck and threw it to Zhang Heng, "Well, in the previous gladiatorial performance, I bet on you to win, and I made a lot of money from you. This string The necklace is your share, and if you encounter something that cannot be solved, you can come to me with the necklace."

Zhang Heng took the necklace that still had body temperature, and when he looked up again, Lucilla and Crispina had already passed by him.

Zhang Heng did not stay any longer, put away the necklace and left the palace.

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After solving the problems in the southeastern city, Zhang Heng came to Commodus as he wished and obtained the status of a consultant. However, he failed to see his target. Otrus was more cautious than he thought. Previously, Zhang Heng and Klind heard Commodus yelling at someone outside the study, cursing the Senate. If nothing else, that person was Otrus.

But when Zhang Heng entered the house, he didn't even see the shadow of Otrus. Zhang Heng judged that there should be a secret passage in Commodus's study for Otrus to enter and exit. In other words, Commodus allowed it. Ortrus had free access to his study, which clearly exceeded the trust that could be obtained from an advisor.

You must know that the study is a forbidden area for all men. Even the Queen Crispina could not enter the study without Commodus's permission. No wonder Klind had such a strong sense of crisis and couldn't wait to get him too. They join the competition and fight against Otrus together, while the Blade of Balance on the other side also wants Otrus' life.

It's just that Ortrus has been by Commodus' side over the years, done a lot of things for Commodus both overtly and covertly, and offended a lot of people. He obviously also knows that he is always in danger, so he always behaves like this. His whereabouts are mysterious, and even his men don't know where he will go. It is not easy to find him.

Zhang Heng doesn't have much clue at the moment. He can only solve the problem of handing over the bronze statue first and then look for opportunities. Kang Maode also mentioned before that he will hold a welcome dinner for him when he is done with the work. At that time, all consultants will Everyone will be present, Zhang Heng can only hope that Otrus is included.

The place where the bronze statue was cast was in the suburbs, which was quite far away, so Zhang Heng called a carriage.

After receiving the mission, he also did some homework and found out that the person in charge of this matter was named Decius. He was born in the Calradia family. Calradia was a new nobleman who had risen to the power level in Rome by virtue of his military exploits. Daichius. Gius's father was able to enter the Senate thanks to Aurelius, so the Calradia family has always been a die-hard supporter of the royal family, otherwise Commodus would not have left the casting of the bronze statue to them.

However, the Decius whom Zhang Heng was going to meet next was not an important figure in the Calradia family. He was not a direct descendant, and his mother was just a maid. In addition, the Calradian family had risen too quickly and lacked a solid foundation. foundation and background, so Daichiusi’s background is actually not much better than that of a commoner, so this errand is also very important to him. Zhang Heng analyzed that Daichiusi should not be able to do anything as long as his head is not broken. There is subjective intent to damage.