Xun Wind Finger

Amid the bustle and clamor of Wei River County City, Chen Ping'an and Chen Er'ya finally arrived at Wei River County City.

A party of more than twenty people naturally caused quite a stir, drawing questioning from the constables guarding the city gates.

Seeing this, Chen Ping'an remained seated within the carriage without even showing his face. His subordinates stepped forward with a token in hand and declared their identity.

"Insolence! This is the carriage of the Outer Perimeter Patrol Envoy of the Trade Route, Commander Chen. How dare you block the way?"

"This lowly one failed to recognize Mount Tai. Please forgive me, my lord!"

These constables guarded the gates of Wei River County City and had received countless distinguished guests over the years. Naturally, they were exceedingly sharp and clever.

After confirming that the token was genuine, the officer in charge of the city guards stepped forward to offer an apology. With a grand wave of his hand, the constables raised their voices in unison.

"Welcome Commander Chen into the city!"

The commotion was considerable, drawing sidelong glances from the crowds queuing to enter the city.

"Such a huge fuss? Who is it?"

"Seems like some Commander has returned to the city!"

"A Commander? If I remember correctly, Commanders from the county's smaller cities are only Commanders in name. Within the county city's system, they would only rank as alternates or deputies, right?"

"You're talking about the smaller cities within the county! Patrol Envoys are not included! The trade route concerns immense interests. Even an Outer Perimeter Patrol Envoy is at the rank of a full Commander! A giant of one region!"

"A full Commander rank? Outside the county city, that would be a bona fide regional lord! Even within the county city, someone of that rank counts