Lin Wants to Earn Ten Thousand Coins

"It's a bit simple, please sit anywhere."

Lin Shu's heart stirred as he reached out to the essence blood, controlling the resentful Immortal Scion cub to return to the bedding.

What Yu Sheng said contained crucial information.

But this County Lieutenant Gu first looked up at the sky, then happened to stop in front of the formation. Seeing but not exposing, she was clearly here for Chang Yi and didn't want to meddle.

Then there was no need to involve the little fellow inside the house.

"Although it's a bit worn, it's also clean and quiet, which is quite good."

Gu Nanzhi followed Lin Shu to the low table and sat down generously: "I won't beat around the bush. Thanks to you, Chang Yi has cleared up multiple suspicious cases in the city. The yamen plans to promote him to head constable, which is incredibly glorious."

"I've come on behalf of his family to express our gratitude."

She noticed the young man glancing at her empty hands and couldn't help but chuckle.

"I'm from the yamen, and it's not appropriate for me to visit a fierce wolf while carrying gifts. Besides, in terms of wealth, I'm certainly not as well-off as you."

"However, gratitude can't just be expressed with words. I've sent people to give Xia Mingtang a warning. As long as you don't offend him again, he won't actively seek trouble with you."

Upon hearing this, Lin Shu finally withdrew his gaze and slowly sat down, politely saying, "Thank you."

The name Xia Mingtang appeared repeatedly in the ledger, the Heavenly Fiend Tiger that Liu Zhen was desperately trying to curry favor with.

Although he had long been prepared to be targeted by this tiger, his strength was insufficient. Having someone help stall for time was always a good thing.

Gu Nanzhi continued: "Liu Zhen's death will end here. The yamen has publicly assigned it to Chang Yi for investigation, and will not inquire further privately. After all, they also have their reputation to consider."

Hearing the words "reputation to consider," Lin Shu didn't respond, only a fleeting strangeness flashed in his eyes.

... Gu Nanzhi paused, as if guessing the young man's thoughts.

With the city in such chaos, the yamen actually had to rely on a fierce wolf to provide evidence.

After obtaining the ledger, instead of thoroughly investigating the corrupt practices among the constables, they wanted to suppress the matter directly.

Anyone would find it hard to understand.

But she didn't explain directly, instead changing the subject: "Let's not talk about that child anymore. Let's talk about your matters now."

"Me?"

Lin Shu raised his eyes with a hint of surprise.

He had initially thought this county lieutenant was efficient and straightforward, clarifying matters in just a few sentences, but he hadn't expected the main point to be yet to come.

Gu Nanzhi smiled calmly: "Don't misunderstand. These are some of my personal thoughts, unrelated to the yamen. If you think they make sense, listen to them. If you think they're inappropriate, you don't need to take them to heart."

"You speak," Lin Shu nodded lightly, his attitude very respectful.

Whether it was in terms of strength or understanding of this place, this county lieutenant was far superior to him. What she said must have some merit.

"That's about enough," Gu Nanzhi's eyes suddenly became serious, her voice solemn: "I know you came from the South Suburb and have lived a hard life. You hope to move up, but for now, please be a little more content."

She picked up the old teapot on the low table and poured a cup of water for the young man in front of her.

"Blackwater City has been sealed off for a full ten years."

"Everyone is in a daze, not knowing what tomorrow will bring. Life or death is in the hands of others."

Gu Nanzhi gently pushed the cup towards Lin Shu, finally beginning to explain the previous matters.

"I won't say much to excuse the yamen. You just need to know that after losing the deterrence of the imperial court, coupled with everyone's inner fear, the current Blackwater City is a powder keg ready to explode at any moment. Whoever dares to touch it..."

"Not only will they harm themselves, but they will also destroy this fragile balance."

"There's no need to seek a future in a place like this. You already have your territory and reputation, enough for you to live a life without worry. The rest is to preserve your life and wait for the outcome with peace of mind."

With a few brief sentences, the other party had pointed out a path for Lin Shu.

He pondered for a moment and asked, "So you can only wait too?"

"What else can I do? I tried to force my way out ten years ago, and the injuries I sustained have yet to heal."

Gu Nanzhi smiled with apparent resignation, but it sent a chill through Lin Shu's heart.

A person with meticulous observation skills, a sharp mind, a high probability of being at the Foundation Establishment Realm, and even the identity of an Immortal Scion...

Could only wait for death?

"Actually, there's no need to be too nervous," Gu Nanzhi slowly stood up, a hint of fatigue appearing on her delicate face: "Everyone in the White Tiger Hall is a rogue cultivator, they don't understand the intricacies of the situation, which is why they are so panicked, constantly thinking of ways to break through and increase their chances of survival."

"The fact that they refine pills with human lives is not a secret. But if you don't let them do it, cutting off their last hope, and you're unable to capture them all, the pent-up emotions of these madmen will only be vented on the city's populace in a more terrifying way."

It's like... if I can't live, then everyone dies together.

"In reality, if that Immortal Scion truly wanted to take the lives of everyone in this city, he wouldn't need to go to such lengths. He most likely just wanted to collect something. If we can hold on until the city opens, it's hard to say what kind of days await, but more than ninety percent of people will surely survive."

"It's just a pity that the tens of thousands of old, weak, sick, and disabled in the South Suburb probably won't be able to last until that day."

Gu Nanzhi turned around, concealing the faint anger on her face.

In the face of immortals, mortals were too weak. It was already difficult to eke out an existence, how could they dare to dream of perfection?

She herself lacked the ability to change things, and her brother-in-law working in the yamen was no different. As for the young man in front of her, it was already good enough if he could protect himself.

If one's status is not high enough and one's strength is not strong enough, then one can only endure!

"Oh, one more thing."

She stopped, saying with a hint of helplessness, "Chang Yi's parents have already experienced the pain of losing a child once, which is why they doted on this only seedling until he became the peculiar person he is now."

"Although I sometimes think that children must grow up."

"But after all, I am not his parents, so it's not appropriate for me to interfere too much. I can only pass on a message from my sister to you."

"This child is too foolish and has no real ability. For things like this where he benefited by association, I hope you won't consider him in the future. He doesn't have the capacity to handle it."

"..."

Lin Shu said nothing more and got up to escort the County Lieutenant to the courtyard gate.

So that Little Black Charcoal was the only child left in his family. Judging by his family's intentions, they didn't want him to delve deeply into the path of officialdom. They simply wanted to raise him as a good boy and ensure his safety.

Just as Gu Nanzhi had said, this was someone else's child. He had already expressed his gratitude, and the favor had been repaid.

Naturally, outsiders like himself had no right to comment.

"Take care," he nodded slightly.

Although he didn't agree with some of the County Lieutenant's statements, he couldn't deny that the man's intentions were good.

"I have one more thing," Gu Nanzhi suddenly remembered something and turned back, raising an eyebrow. "Can you stop looking at me like I'm a corrupt official in the future? I was just visiting relatives back then and got stuck here by bad luck, conscripted by my brother-in-law."

"The yamen is short on money, and I haven't eaten a single grain of imperial grain, nor do I have the relevant experience. It's already good that I've managed to maintain the situation like this for them."

With that complaint, Gu Nanzhi strode away down the alley with her long legs.

"Hoo."

Lin Shu let out a long breath and silently returned to his room, sitting down by the bed.

The Porcelain Doll suddenly sprang out from the bedding and latched onto his neck, baring her little white teeth. "Why do you look like you've lost your soul!"

Was it because that Big-breasted Woman had left?

"Stop it."

Lin Shu wasn't in the mood to play with this Little Chick right now. He directly picked it up and pressed its head-down onto the bed.

From the moment he opened his eyes in the South Suburb until now, he finally had a moment of respite to carefully consider his future.

Lin Shu had already heard about Blackwater City being sealed from Yu Sheng once.

But compared to the Immortal Scion cub's carefree tone.

Gu Nanzhi, as a cultivator, had a different perspective.

The powerlessness in her words gave Lin Shu a different view.

In terms of mindset, identity, and strength, she surpassed him. If he were to bring up connections to the immortal sects, she was already a disciple within a sect, while his own situation had only just begun to show promise.

While the Good and Evil Copper Coins were indeed mysterious, to transform them into actual cultivation, wouldn't he still have to earn it bit by bit?

Even this woman was trapped in Blackwater City, so what made him dare to guarantee that he could get out?

They all said the city would open sooner or later.

But from Gu Nanzhi's words, even if the city opened, the people inside might not be able to return to their former lives. They would most likely still be enslaved and penned up.

Even if he really got out, who knew if he would be trapped by another Immortal Scion for no reason?

It was said that one must be strong to forge iron. Lin Shu didn't want to place all his hopes on this foolish Little Chick.

The most effective thing would definitely be his cultivation level, followed by his identity and status.

"The elderly and weak in the South Suburb, over ten thousand..."

These people wouldn't be able to wait for the city to open. Did people without hearts have a better chance?

He had to be more proactive.

Lin Shu closed his eyes. If he could find a way to break through Blackwater City's restrictions and earn these ten thousand Virtue Coins.

He might then have some self-preservation ability in a place like this.

Sigh, he was already dreaming in broad daylight.

He didn't even have any ideas on how to get out yet.

However, Gu Nanzhi seemed to understand more. If he gained strength, he could inquire with her.

Lin Shu released the young cub in his hands, rubbed his temples, and turned to look:

"What is a World-Walking Disciple?"