The County Yamen's Chief Clerk Lu Yan!

An hour passed quickly. Lu Feng wiped the sweat from his body with clean water and then put on his constable uniform before heading to the yamen.

To improve his Martial Realm as quickly as possible, he planned to request a day off after his shift ended in the afternoon and spend the entire next day cultivating.

Having made up his mind, he went to the Captain's room in the yamen and cupped his hands towards Captain Wang, saying, "Subordinate Lu Feng greets Captain Wang."

Captain Wang looked up at him and asked, "Lu Feng, what brings you to see me?"

"Captain Wang, I have matters at home tomorrow and wish to request a day off. Please approve it."

Captain Wang didn't respond immediately. Instead, he sized Lu Feng up before speaking, "So you want to take leave. That might be difficult. The yamen is busy lately, and we're short-handed. It's inconvenient for me if you suddenly take leave."

Hearing this, Lu Feng frowned slightly. Captain Wang usually treated his subordinates well. His current response clearly indicated a refusal.

Yet, he hadn't offended Captain Wang. There must be something more to this treatment.

Seeing this, Lu Feng knew that approaching Captain Wang was futile. He cupped his hands and said, "In that case, I won't trouble you further, Captain Wang. Subordinate takes his leave."

With that, Lu Feng turned to leave. Just then, Captain Wang suddenly spoke, "Lu Feng, it's not impossible to take leave. However, someone asked me to tell you something. I hope you'll consider it carefully."

Lu Feng turned back to face him. "What is it you wish to say, Captain Wang?"

Captain Wang smiled faintly. "It's simple. Your cousin wants to buy your constable position for a hundred taels of silver. Think it over carefully."

Although Lu Feng's expression remained calm, a chill spread through his heart.

So, Captain Wang had been bribed by his cousin's family.

"Captain Wang, this constable position was inherited from my father. You know this! Therefore, I will not sell this position."

Lu Feng left without looking back.

Captain Wang watched Lu Feng's retreating back, his eyes narrowing slightly.

Leaving the Captain's room, Lu Feng walked directly towards the Chief Clerk's room.

Although he was currently a constable under Captain Wang, the real authority in the county yamen lay with the Chief Clerk, the County Lieutenant, and the County Magistrate.

Arriving at the Chief Clerk's room, Lu Feng tidied his clothes and knocked. "Lord Chief Clerk, this humble one seeks an audience."

Soon, a man's voice came from inside. "Mm, come in."

Lu Feng pushed the door open. Inside, a middle-aged, slightly plump man in official robes was seated at a desk.

The plump man was none other than the Chief Clerk of Qinglu County, Lu Yan!

Upon seeing him, Lu Feng immediately cupped his hands. "Subordinate Lu Feng pays his respects to Lord Chief Clerk."

"Oh, it's Lu Feng. What business do you have with me?" Lu Yan asked.

"Reporting to you, sir, your subordinate is here to request leave, and I hope Lord Chief Clerk will approve."

Lu Yan looked him over carefully, then raised an eyebrow, "Lu Feng, did you offend Captain Wang?"

Although the other party didn't answer the question directly, he hit the nail on the head.

Lu Feng showed a helpless expression, then told Lu Yan everything about his cousin's family and Captain Wang.

After listening, the other party stroked his beard and said, "Although this is your personal matter, out of respect for knowing your father, I can help you this time, but only this once."

Hearing this, Lu Feng was overjoyed and clasped his fist again, "Thank you, Lord Chief Clerk, your subordinate will not forget your kindness."

Lu Yan waved his hand, "It's not a kindness, just take care of yourself."

"Yes, your subordinate understands."

After speaking, Lu Feng was about to leave, but at this moment, Lu Yan suddenly spoke again, "Lu Feng, what rank Martial Artist are you now?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Lu Feng's steps paused, and he immediately began to ponder why Lu Yan was asking him this question.

However, to be safe, Lu Feng replied, "Sir, your subordinate is currently a Third-Rank Martial Artist."

Hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Lu Yan's eyes, "Third-Rank? Fine, I agree to your leave request. You can go about your business."

Leaving the Chief Clerk's room, Lu Feng and Fan Tao continued their afternoon street patrol.

Meanwhile, Captain Wang was summoned to the Chief Clerk's room, and it took a long time for him to emerge.

However, Captain Wang's expression was quite grim after he came out.

In the evening, Lu Feng and Fan Tao returned to the County Yamen to sign in and happened to run into Captain Wang.

The two bowed in greeting. Captain Wang merely glanced coldly at Lu Feng, then snorted and flicked his sleeves away.

Lu Feng had already guessed Captain Wang's demeanor, but Fan Tao beside him was startled.

After Captain Wang left, Fan Tao quietly asked, "Lu Feng, you didn't provoke Captain Wang again, did you?"

Lu Feng gave him a look, "What do you mean 'again'? Besides, how would I, a mere Constable, dare to provoke the Captain? Don't talk nonsense."

Fan Tao looked unconvinced, then frowned, "Lu Feng, although Captain Wang looks righteous, he's not very broad-minded, and you work under him. Aren't you afraid he'll make things difficult for you?"

Lu Feng spread his hands, "Some things are beyond my control, but if someone wants to deal with me, I won't just surrender."

After speaking, Lu Feng entered the Yamen Room to sign in, then turned and left the Yamen.

Seeing him say this, Fan Tao could only sigh helplessly.

Lu Feng didn't rush home after leaving the County Yamen, but went to the South Street District and bought ten pounds of raw beef.

With this raw beef, he could consume it directly after his breakthrough to supplement the nutrients his body lacked.

Furthermore, the price of raw beef was much cheaper than in restaurants. He didn't have much silver left now, so he had to spend it sparingly.

After cooking the raw beef, Lu Feng began practicing the Cloud-Dispelling Palm.

He practiced until late into the night, and the proficiency of the Cloud-Dispelling Palm increased to one hundred and eighty points.

Seeing the moonlight fall into the courtyard, Lu Feng finally stopped cultivating.

"Now, Uncle's family, Captain Wang, and the Great Chieftain of the Caobang Gang all harbor ill intentions towards me. Although I am not a match for these three parties yet, as long as you give me time, they will all be non-issues!"

According to Lu Feng's deduction, the people who attacked him that night were definitely arranged by the Caobang Gang. He had no enmity with the Caobang Gang, so the other party's desire to kill him was most likely instigated by Uncle's family.

Uncle's family had always coveted his position as a constable. If he were to die, his cousin Lu Qiming could legitimately inherit his position.

In this light, Uncle's family had made two plans for his constable position.

Thinking of this, a killing intent surged in Lu Feng's heart.