The Wicked Constable Enters the Prefecture! Coming in Like a Raging Storm

Qiongtian Prefecture is under the jurisdiction of Yunan Circuit, located south of the Great Martial Dynasty and the Southern Heaven Region.

Starting from Qingning County, we arrived at Qiongtian Prefecture City. It was about 700 li away, passing through official roads, mountain roads, and waterways. The strange horse [White Cloud] was very strong, but since we had plenty of time, we traveled at the pace of ordinary Horse Beast.

Fang Qingning.

As he rode along the smooth, paved official road, a gentle breeze stirred his hair. Li Xian's heart was not set on power or wealth; he was solely captivated by "beauty."

The scenery of heaven and earth was all within his sight.

Feeling immensely pleased, he suddenly thought, "If all the beautiful women in the world could be mine, it wouldn't be so bad."

With a smirk, he shouted several times into the air, expressing his feelings and drawing strange looks from the passing merchants. Li Xian smiled awkwardly, grabbed the reins, yelled "Giddy up!" and sped away from the area.

The lady slightly raised her eyes and said lightly, "Making a fuss over nothing." She didn't say much more, but found the young man's chivalry quite charming.

The roadside is lush with vegetation and boasts magnificent and unique scenery.

Towering mountains are everywhere. Majestic and wondrous mountains are even less rare.

Around noon, we passed through Yellow Jade County.

The county was bustling with pedestrians, and the white horse and black carriage traveling through the town attracted crowds of onlookers. Even the Aristocratic Clan families in the county rarely possessed such a vehicle.

Li Xian set off early in the morning, and smelling the bustling atmosphere of the city, he felt hungry and asked, "Madam, would you like something to eat?"

Madam Wen said, "You'll have to fend for yourself." She took out a jade box containing jade dew, pale green in color and fragrant with herbs. A single drop could satisfy one's hunger for a day. Li Xian stopped the carriage, found a noodle shop, and had a simple meal. He was used to eating outdoors and didn't care about the quality of the food; as long as he filled his stomach, he would set off again.

Heading north, the weather gradually gets colder.

The Qiongtian Prefecture encompassed nine counties and twelve cities, covering a vast area. The further north one traveled, the more prosperous it became, with rivers converging and waterways facilitating transportation.

The Great Martial Dynasty has many river systems, and these river veins are important resources that martial artists, powerful Aristocratic Clan, and sects all vie for.

Li Xian went to a distant place and gained some experience. "Compared to this, Qingning County is indeed a barren land. Before, heading south, although the scenery along the way was magnificent, the people were impoverished, many were barely clothed, and there was also the chaos caused by the Yellow Dragon Army, making life unbearable for the people."

"We are now heading north, passing through a large city. Although there are still more poor than rich people, the overall situation is much better."

They continued in this manner for a day.

They camped out in the countryside that night. Madam Wen slept on the carriage bed, while Li Xian kept vigilant, guarding all sides. In peaceful and stable places where people lived in harmony, demons were less likely to appear. However, they could still be seen occasionally after nightfall. Li Xian kept watch for half the night and then rang the "Demon-Driving Bell." The demons retreated and dared not attack again. He was able to relax and take some time to practice martial arts.

Proficiency +1

Proficiency +1

[The Waning Sun Blood-Draining Sword - Level Two]

[Proficiency: 324/24000 (Major Accomplishment)]

The journey continued the next day. Although the scenery along the way was magnificent, they were in a hurry and didn't have time to appreciate it properly. Around evening, Madam Wen sat quietly for a long time, then suddenly said, "Let's go to Black River Wharf."

Li Xian consulted the Terrain Map and found that Black River Wharf was located in ' Black Dragon City,' only about thirty li away. He immediately turned his horse around and headed east. As night fell, he arrived Black Dragon City.

The city gate is a hundred feet high, like a mountain. The three characters on the plaque, "Black Dragon City," are written in a vigorous and unrestrained style, as if it is about to break free from its shackles and soar into the sky.

The soldiers guarding the city blocked the road. The lady handed Li Xian a token, which Li Xian immediately showed. Upon seeing it, the soldiers obediently made way. It turned out that this was not the lady's first time here. She held a high position in the neighborhood, and the token symbolized her status, allowing her to pass through without hindrance or inspection.

"Go straight to Black River Wharf and ask if there are any luxury ships going to the Prefectural City." Madam Wen's voice drifted out of the carriage. It was soft and melodious, yet gentle, with an underlying air of authority.

Black River Wharf.

The great river meanders.

At the alley entrance, dozens of large ships were moored. Li Xian looked up and saw countless people carrying goods like tiny ants. Of all the trades, water transport was the most important.

"You pockmarked guys, hurry up and be gentle! These things are the boss's treasures. If you break even an inch of them, you'll lose your life."

The obese and greasy foreman, brandishing a long whip and spouting a set of rhetoric, bore a striking resemblance to Luo Fang Servant Quarters.

Li Xian said, "Madam, there are too many people here. I'll find a quiet place to stop first. You can rest in the carriage while I go to the Steward of Black River Wharf to ask for a boat." The lady remained silent, which was taken as tacit agreement.

There was a beautiful lake in Black Dragon City, surrounded by lush willow trees. Li Xian stopped the carriage nearby, lifted a corner of the curtain, and saw his wife resting with her eyes closed. He whispered, "Madam, I'm leaving."

Madam Wen nodded almost imperceptibly, without raising her eyebrows.

After settling the carriage and patting the White Cloud horse, he fastened his token to his waist and entered Black River Wharf. After making some inquiries, he found the Steward in charge of transportation and asked about the shipping arrangements.

The Steward took the token and examined it closely. Transport tokens were divided into three, six, and nine grades. This token was blue with gold inside, making it a first-grade, excellent token, whose owner was either rich or noble. His expression changed, and he dared not be careless. He immediately sent someone to inquire about the shipping schedule and led Li Xian to sit down properly.

Not long after.

The Steward approached and said apologetically, "Young master, please wait another day, or... if you would be so kind as to take a slightly lesser class boat, I will arrange it for you immediately."

"If you are willing to wait, I will arrange a fine room for you first, and then have three or five beautiful concubines serve you well. You can enjoy music, entertainment, and watching music to your heart's content. I guarantee you will never be bored."

"I see..." Li Xian didn't give an answer and went back to ask his wife for her opinion.

Madam Wen had anticipated this, saying, "Since there's no luxurious ship, we can't force it. Let's just wait another day."

Li Xian drove the carriage to Black River Wharf. He informed the Steward of the decision, and the Steward hurriedly arranged rooms. Li Xian then returned to the carriage and helped his wife down.

Li Xian asked, "Madam, does the Black River Wharf know of your reputation? They treat you with such respect."

Madam Wen said, "I also have businesses in the Prefectural City, which require dealings with Black River Wharf. Over time, our interests have become closely intertwined, so they naturally treat me with courtesy. As for my name... I don't wear it on my sleeve, so how would they know?"

As the two were walking, several graceful women approached. The Steward had an obsequious expression. Madam Wen glanced at them and immediately understood the situation, her brow furrowing slightly. "Tell these people to disperse."

The Steward, in a flustered state, immediately dismissed the women. He had just mentioned, "Having beautiful concubines serve you will never be boring," and the young master had not refused. He silently kept it in mind, little did he know that there was a wife above the young master.

Madam Wen said softly, "Raise your hand." Li Xian did as she was told. Madam Wen flicked her sleeve, and a soft sword inside sliced through his skin, leaving a bloody mark on Li Xian's palm. The pain was excruciating, and he involuntarily twitched.

Li Xian thought to himself, "Is Madam angry that I found a concubine to serve me? I had no idea this Steward would be so accommodating. I didn't even agree to it. This is truly an undeserved disaster."

Madam Wen. She had just been thinking, "This young man Blood Qi, his desires are hard to control. That's precisely why I need to constantly give him a nudge. I must keep his desires and passions firmly in my grasp. If I want you to be aroused, you must be aroused; if I want you to be moved, you must be moved."

The two then settled down in Black River Wharf. Before long, dawn broke, and a red sun rose above the river, its rays illuminating the water and making it sparkle.

Countless ships set sail.

The two lived in a riverside pavilion, a hundred feet high, offering panoramic views. Looking down, Li Xian saw that the layers of buildings and eaves completely obscured the dense crowd of boatmen and civilians, leaving only the magnificent scenery.

A day passed. A magnificent ship docked at the port. The ship was thirty-three zhang tall, its entire body was reddish-gold, and it was made of special wood. The hull was carved with dragon patterns all over.

Its appearance is incomparably luxurious, beyond words. It is as if all the craftsmanship in the world has been applied to it.

Seeing a Copper Cauldron standing on the roof of the ship, Li Xian asked, "Madam, why is there a Copper Cauldron on the roof of the ship?"

Madam Wen looked at it and said, "This ship is named the Bronze Cauldron, and it was originally built for alchemy. As I told you before, one needs to establish momentum before alchemy. Some people establish momentum by building tall buildings, while others establish momentum by building tall towers. This ship establishes momentum by building a ship. When refining elixirs, the ship needs to sail into the deep sea to Gathering Festival deep-sea vapor and refine precious and rare elixirs."

"Once the elixir is refined and no longer needed, it is used as a luxury ship to transport goods."

Li Xian thought to himself, "This world is truly wondrous; I've learned so much."

"Sir, cabin number A on the ship has been arranged for you. If there is nothing else, please board. Of course, if there is any emergency, the ship will wait for you for two hours."

The Steward arrived and spoke respectfully. He already knew that Li Xian was not the master; the powerful one was that beautiful lady. But he couldn't blame himself for misjudging him; Li Xian was handsome and had an extraordinary bearing, far surpassing even the young masters of the Aristocratic Clan. Li Xian acknowledged this, exchanged pleasantries with the Steward, and saw him off.

Li Xian asked, "Madam, when do we board the ship? Does this ship go directly to the Prefectural City?"

Madam Wen said, "The seven rivers of the Prefectural City converge here, and this Black River flows into the Prefectural City, so it naturally reaches the Prefectural City directly."

The two boarded a luxury ship, which was situated at an extremely high altitude. To board, one had to step over a "ladder to the clouds," symbolizing continuous advancement and soaring into the Cloud Firmament. During the journey, Li Xian looked down and saw countless envious glances.

"Madam, please walk slowly." Li Xian carefully helped her. Madam Wen nodded, feeling inexplicably pleased and enjoying this meticulous care. They entered the cabin and settled into the top-tier room.

As evening fell, the luxury boat sailed along the Black River. The river was wide and the current was swift. As it went deeper into the river, the banks became invisible, and it seemed as if it were the sea.

A red stage was erected on the ship's deck. Dancers worked tirelessly, taking turns to perform and play music, their figures captivating.

The passengers on the luxury ship were all wealthy and powerful. Those going to the Prefectural City all had connections and influential figures. If someone took a fancy to a dancer, they would simply take her away, and after a night of pleasure, no one would say a word.

Li Xian sat on the terrace, watching this extravagant scene. The boat traveled for three days. On the second day, a strange sight appeared on the Black River: countless "Pengfish" swam out of the riverbed, jumped out of the river and soared into the sky.

Flying in the sky, it blots out the sun.

Li Xian possesses the special ability to "Thunder Listening," allowing him to sense when thunder is about to strike the river. These Pengfish have unique habits; whenever there is a thunderstorm, they will collectively leap out of the river.

On the third day.

At dawn, the river was shrouded in mist, and a village could be faintly seen amidst the clouds.

There are countless wonders and strange events in the world. Madam has not encountered this matter either, and cannot fathom it. However, she recalls a legend that the Black River is quite mythical. There was once Madam Black River who jumped into the river and died, transforming into the spirits of the river.

There are also legends that the Black River is a tributary of the River of the Underworld, flowing into the human world, and thus often connecting the underworld and the netherworld, where one can see strange sights on the other side of the netherworld... Such things may or may not be true.

But once the Chen Hour) had passed, the mist on the river dissipated. Li Xian looked into the distance and saw a forest of pavilions and colorful cranes flying overhead... a magnificent sight he had never seen before.

We've arrived at the Prefectural City.

"Could this be considered an incursion by Vicious Commandant into the city?" Li Xian wondered to himself.

The boat docked at the alley entrance. Li Xian first led White Cloud off the large boat, then returned to the boat to help his wife disembark.

The Prefectural City boasts 360 towering buildings, housing the Cao Clan, Lin Clan, Yuwen Clan, and Hong Clan, as well as 360 other trades, including Fishery Guild, firewood, and jade trades... Such prosperity is something I have never heard of before.

As soon as the two appeared, onlookers couldn't help but gather around. The woman was elegant and graceful, while the man was young and handsome.

Such a combination is truly rare.

As the two walked along the street, the people of the Prefectural City all turned to look at them, discussing the scene.

Unbeknownst to everyone, the handsome young man they were praising was none other than the Vicious Commandant Li Xian, whom they had previously cursed and hated.

Madam Wen gazed intently, remembering that she had also been in the Prefectural City at this time last year.

She was keeping a close eye on Taozi, a member of a prominent family in the Prefectural City.

Madam Wen suddenly chuckled, her voice carrying a tone of admonition, demand, and command, and said softly, "Xiao Xian, this time you're coming back, you need to stir up some trouble for me."

"Otherwise, I will punish you."