Thanks to the Commander's Guidance, I'll Treat You to a Song

Su Fei understood, realizing that influence and social graces were important everywhere.

However, that had nothing to do with Su Fei. As long as the system gave him missions, it didn't matter if they were royalty or nobles; Su Fei wouldn't show them any special consideration.

Commander Feng picked up his teacup and continued speaking.

"By the way, Su Fei, after you defeated Zhao Feiying last time, I noticed your cultivation was close to the peak of the Xiantian Realm."

"Are you about to break through to the Grandmaster Realm? Would you like to take some time off to focus on your breakthrough?"

Commander Feng seemed to be in a good mood.

Take time off to break through to the Grandmaster Realm?

Wouldn't that be like ordinary martial artists, cultivating and breaking through at a leisurely pace?

Even though my Nine Yang Divine Art is very strong, I don't like this slow cultivation method.

With the system in my hands, I can gain cultivation by completing missions issued by the system for the Imperial Guard.

If I take time off, wouldn't I lose the opportunity to gain cultivation from missions?

Thinking of this, Su Fei made up his mind and said with a solemn expression.

"Commander Feng, how can that be? That absolutely won't do. I was just promoted to Hundred Households Officer, and it's time for me to contribute to the Imperial Guard. How can I take time off? I just want to solve cases for the Imperial Guard."

Commander Feng was stunned.

He almost dropped the teacup in his hand, and a few drops of tea splashed onto the table.

"What? What did you say? You're refusing time off to seek opportunities to break through to the Grandmaster Realm?"

After all, the Grandmaster Realm was a realm that countless martial artists pursued their entire lives. Many people would rack their brains to find a quiet place to go into seclusion and break through.

For this, they would even decline all official duties with their superiors, and some even resigned.

And here was Su Fei, pushing away paid leave that was delivered right to his doorstep, with the excuse that he wanted to solve cases for the Imperial Guard.

Commander Feng suddenly laughed, a hearty laugh from the bottom of his heart.

"Well said, Su Fei, 'just wants to solve cases for the Imperial Guard.'"

"For so many years, I've lived most of my life and seen people who wanted to get promoted, people who wanted to get rich, and people who were solely focused on practicing martial arts. I've never seen anyone like you, refusing the opportunity to break through to the Grandmaster Realm and dedicating yourself entirely to solving cases."

"If the brothers of the Qingzhou Imperial Guard were all like you, Qingzhou's case-solving rate would surely be the highest among all the prefectures, and perhaps I could even advance further."

Commander Feng became more and more excited as he spoke. He paced back and forth a few times and pointed towards the duty room outside.

"Look at those brothers. When there are no cases, they're either drinking together or figuring out how to make some extra money. It's only you who, after three days of leave, came to the Thousand Households Office and started looking at case files."

He suddenly stopped, his gaze becoming exceptionally solemn.

"Su Fei, I've noted your dedication to solving cases for the Thousand Households Office. Since you don't want time off, I won't force you. As long as you are in the Qingzhou Thousand Households Office, I will give you the greatest convenience. Whether you need manpower for investigations or want to look at any case files, just ask, and I will fully support you."

Su Fei hadn't expected that simply stating his true thoughts would unexpectedly earn him Commander Feng's full support.

"Thank you, sir."

Commander Feng waved his hand, but the smile on his face was impossible to hide.

"It's I who should be thanking you. With you here, the atmosphere of our Qingzhou Thousand Households Office has likely changed."

Su Fei casually said.

"That kid Wang Meng, I find him quite useful."

Commander Feng nodded, immediately understanding his meaning.

"Wang Meng? I remember he broke through to the True Qi Realm not long ago. He's still a bit short on merit, but that's nothing. How about this, I'll promote him to Squad Leader, and he can continue to serve under you."

Su Fei was delighted and then took his leave.

Watching his retreating figure, Commander Feng suddenly felt that his previous expectations for this young man had been too low.

With such talent, let alone in Qingzhou, even if he went to a place like the Great Xuan Imperial City, he would likely be able to forge his own path.

Commander Feng picked up his teacup and took a sip, feeling that the tea today was exceptionally fragrant.

Su Fei returned to the case file management office and continued to review the case files.

He didn't leave the case file management office until it was time to get off work.

He saw Wang Meng waiting by the door with a look of joy. Seeing him come out, Wang Meng immediately hurried forward, his smile even brighter than the sun.

"Officer Su!"

Seeing Wang Meng's expression, Su Fei knew he had already heard the news of his promotion to Squad Leader.

Wang Meng scratched his head, his voice full of gratitude.

"The Commander just issued the order, saying he's promoting me to Squad Leader and letting me continue to serve under you. This is all thanks to your guidance, Officer Su. I truly don't know how to thank you!"

He rubbed his hands together, looking at Su Fei with eager eyes.

"Officer Su, are you free tonight? I know a new brothel just opened in the south of the city. I heard the top courtesans there play the pipa beautifully. How about I treat you to some music?"

Su Fei had intended to go directly to the newly bestowed residence to take a look, but then he thought about it. A newly opened brothel was indeed worth checking out. Perhaps there were new girls there.

As for the house, it wasn't going anywhere, so it wouldn't be too late to go tomorrow.

He glanced at Wang Meng's expectant expression and nodded.

"Alright, since I'm off duty and have nothing to do, I'll go with you."

Seeing that Su Fei agreed, Wang Meng's face lit up with joy, and he quickly led Su Fei towards the south of the city.

In front of the "Spring Snow Tower," as soon as they reached the entrance, they were greeted by the scent of perfume and the sound of music.

The building was brightly lit and full of guests; it seemed Su Fei wasn't the only one who liked the new venue.

Wang Meng, being familiar with the place, booked a private room on the second floor, ordered the finest wine and dishes, and also requested the top courtesan who was skilled at playing the pipa.

The pipa music began, like pearls falling onto a jade plate. Accompanied by the girl's melodious singing, it was quite pleasant.

Fueled by the wine, Wang Meng recounted amusing stories from his time as a Strongman. Su Fei chimed in occasionally, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

The next day, Wang Meng mentioned that a new zither player had arrived at the "Listen to the Wind Pavilion" on the west side of the city, whose skills were exceptional.

Su Fei couldn't refuse Wang Meng's repeated recommendations and had no choice but to go.

It was worth another visit, so the matter of looking at the new house would be postponed by another day.

On the third day, Wang Meng was again talking about the "Misty Rain Tower" in the north of the city, where a new girl had arrived who was skilled at sword dancing. She was a martial artist by origin, with a lingering charm that was truly remarkable, something a Hundred Households Officer must not have seen before.

That evening, as Su Fei emerged from the "Misty Rain Tower," he looked at the thick night sky outside and suddenly remembered that he hadn't visited his new house even once since it was acquired. Almost three days had passed.

He chuckled wryly and shook his head.

"Never mind, it won't be too late to go tomorrow."

Wang Meng said with a smile from the side.

"Officer Su, have you enjoyed yourself these past few days? I'll take you to another great place tomorrow."

Su Fei quickly raised his hand to stop him.

"No need. I should go see the new house tomorrow."

Only then did Wang Meng reluctantly give up, wearing a look of displeasure.

Su Fei was speechless. My good man, who is it that wants to go? You, or are you inviting me?