Quite Anticipated

June 2nd.

The weather was sunny and the summer sun was so strong that even standing on the shore with one shirt off didn't feel cool.

Ten small Azure Boat, four Broad-bellied Ark, and two wide boats, a total of sixteen large ships, emerged from the river.

The light blue flags of the River Conservancy Office fluttered in the wind.

Several miles away.

The snake's head was half-submerged and half-floated, its two vertical pupils gleaming with an eerie light.

The Great Monster Spirit, which had been secretly watching, recognized the banner and darted away to a deserted place.

Aside from a large, dark blue snake that kept rolling and rubbing against the rocks, a group of large snakes of various colors coiled together, basking in the sunlight.

The scout snake utters a long letter.

Upon learning that the River Conservancy Office had returned, the giant snake perked up and stretched its neck to look at the Scarlet Scale standing upright in the middle.

"Scarlet Scale, the people from the River Conservancy Office are back!"

"I've been waiting for almost half a month!"

The Yellow Scale Great Snake asked, "What do we do now?"

Several large snakes rushed from Fragrant Township County to Ping Yang County, swimming underwater to eavesdrop on fishermen's conversations and gather intelligence, only to be shocked by the terrible news.

The River Conservancy Office set off early, but the Water Official Liang they were looking for was nowhere to be found! They had no idea River Conservancy Office had gone.

Knowing it won't help; you can't just chase after them and ask them in front of everyone.

Humans place great importance on propriety, righteousness, integrity, and a sense of shame. It is highly unlikely that they would allow someone to betray their own comrades in public, even if offered a large sum of money.

There's nothing we can do but wait.

Wait for Liang, the water boy.

Ten days passed in the blink of an eye.

Yellow Scale, who had returned to the Dragon Palace to report the news, had come back, but the people from the River Conservancy Office were still nowhere to be seen.

fortunately.

Yellow Scale brought back good news.

Scarlet Scale's plan and arrangements received high approval from above.

Try offering some gentle encouragement first, and resolve the issue discreetly if possible.

With this plan, Scarlet Scale rose to become the nominal leader of several large snakes, gaining immense autonomy! He was determined to accomplish this task and track down the White Ape! Considering the importance that Lord Jiao placed on him and the authority to allocate resources, Scarlet Scale knew that capturing the White Ape was no small matter.

If handled properly, it might be able to replace a certain master in the future, and then it would be Great Demon with unlimited glory! Hearing the snakes asking for its advice, Scarlet Scale pondered and said, "Don't be impatient. There are many experts on the ship. If we approach rashly, we will be easily discovered."

I had previously heard that River God Sacrifice was to be held nearby, and the Chief Priest was none other than the Liang family's water spirit, as it was every year.

It's already June, and there are only a few days left until we can meet. Since we're going to treat everyone to a meal, why don't we...

Liang Qu was completely unaware that a group of large snakes were plotting to give him benefits.

The fleet docked, and the River Conservancy Office Government Office were wide open.

Floating bridge construction.

Supplies were transported Shang An in batches, and many treasures were moved into the government office, sealed, and inventoried and stored.

These are all Great Merit, and there can be no mistakes.

Liang Qu, having gathered his weapons, leaped off the bow of the boat and suddenly glanced at the Liu Family members disembarking from the boat next to him.

The Liu Family family members, who had previously been addicted to sex, were now terminally ill and had to be strapped to an iron bed for all their movements.

Unexpectedly, after witnessing the extraordinary phenomenon, he completely recovered and was able to untie the chains, walk, sit, lie down, and talk to people normally, without any particular abnormality.

"Does it really work?"

"Who knows? There are as many ailments as there are people in the world. It might relapse any day." Xiang Fangsu slung her bag over her shoulder. "A Shui, why don't you go home now?"

"Do you have any plans? Where are you planning to go?"

"No plans. I originally wanted to go hiking in the next county. I heard there's a special Epiphyllum Garden on Mount Tai Cang next door, and it's in full bloom. But it's too hot today, so I don't want to go."

"If we don't go now, we might not have time for more than a month. The plum rain season is coming in mid- June, with light rain every day. After the plum rain season, the weather will be even hotter."

"Too."

Xiang Fangsu, looking conflicted.

Liang Qu shook his head. "I'm busy with the River God Sacrifice on the sixth day of the June, I'm not joining in your fun, I'm leaving!"

"Huh? The River God Sacrifice!" Xiang Fangsu perked up and stopped Liang Qu. "I almost forgot, you promised me last year that you would hold the River God Sacrifice in winter. Half a year has passed, and Xia Tian is here, but we haven't seen a single thing!"

Liang Qu's expression turned serious.

"That's because I did a great job with the sacrificial ceremony in the middle of last year. The River God god was very satisfied and didn't appear for the whole year, except for winter."

"You're talking nonsense, River God! Not all of them are Great Demon..."

Liang Qu's expression changed drastically, and he shouted sternly, "I am a native of Yixing! Even if you come from the Imperial Capital, how dare you disrespect the River God?"

Xiang Fangsu was momentarily stunned, almost thinking that Liang Qu really believed it. Just as she was about to apologize, she turned her head and saw the corner of Liang Qu's mouth that he couldn't hold back, realized that she had been deceived, and became furious.

"Get lost! I told you, I've never seen you have a shrine at home. Stop babbling. What's the story of this year's event?"

"Sure, come if you want. I'll be the Chief Priest, and you can be the officiant, or something else." Liang Qu shrugged. "The one organizing the River God Sacrifice is an Village Elder from our Yi Xing Town named Chen Zhaoan. You can go find him and ask him to help you make the arrangements."

Xiang Fangsu gave a thumbs up. "That's great! Okay, I'll go home and go find it!"

"What are you looking for? You're having fun and you're not inviting me, are you?"

Ke Wenbin rushed up from behind and put his arms around the two of them.

"Tell me, what are you going to talk about? Count me in."

"The River God Sacrifice has already been arranged. I will be the priest, A Shui will be the Chief Priest. You're not included!"

"Huh?" Ke Wenbin turned his head.

"Not necessarily." Liang Qu's eyes showed a thoughtful expression. "There are some leftovers, but the shamanistic dance is missing a lead dancer..."

"Damn, this is boring!"

Ke Wenbin turned and left.

Liang Qu laughed heartily, slung his long spear, large bow, and box over his shoulder, and walked home along the path. When he reached the dock, the villagers greeted him warmly.

"Master Liang!"

"Master Liang is back!"

Good morning, Master Liang!

"Morning!"

As Liang Qu stepped into his house through the bustling Azure Stone Street, a black dog's head peeked out from behind the door, wagging its tail and rushing towards him.

"Phew! I'm finally back!"

Liang Qu grabbed the Oolong dog by the head, dragged it by the scruff of its neck over the screen wall, and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the spacious courtyard.

It's so comfortable at home! "Boss!"

Chen Xiu moved a stool and sat under the eaves to shell broad beans. When Liang Qu returned, he stood up to greet him. The scarred-faced Scarface, wearing a yellow robe, was sweeping the courtyard with a broom. It put its paws together in a gesture of respect. Following the Old Monk practice, it became increasingly intelligent.

"Okay, don't worry about me, just go about your business."

The man and the beast continued their work.

After settling his belongings in bed, Liang Qu returned to the courtyard and greeted the Great Grandmaster in the left and right wing rooms.

Su Guishan remained as carefree as ever, except he no longer came out to bask in the sun, probably because it was too sunny in the Xia Tian.

The Old Monk looked much better.

It seems the old Prefect's move in wasn't entirely about gaining experience.

Three people go together there must be my teacher.

When two Grandmaster discuss things together, it's unlikely that only one side will benefit.

Liang Qu had high hopes for the Old Monk to attain Arhat Fruit Position.

Once that breakthrough is achieved, it will truly be a massive, powerful leg!