Anping County city, Wind-and-Moon Residence.
As the highest-standard restaurant in the city, Wind-and-Moon Residence operated by Li Household issued a red card for the first time today.
The wide bluestone street was kept spotless, and the red carpet spread out from the door of the restaurant was like a long red dragon, running straight through the long street.
The air is no longer the smell of earthly powder, but a light, refreshing fragrance of spiritual wine.
Even monks would inevitably become intoxicated after smelling this kind of wine. If ordinary people took a sip, they might be able to eliminate chronic illnesses that lasted for half a year.
However, today's Wind-and-Moon Residence is enveloped in a layer of awe-inspiring heaviness.
That's because the residual power of Chu Bai after breaking through into Qi Refining Late-Stage is still there, and it has not yet restrained itself.
When the attendants with weaker cultivation levels entered, they all felt slightly shaken and even walked a little softer, for fear of disturbing the "Anping Tiger" sitting at the top.
On the second floor of the restaurant, above the main table.
Chu Xianglin and Li put on a pair of tight silk satin-sewn silk dresses today.
Chu Xianglin had his hair tied up, although he still looked a little cramped in this splendid restaurant, but his turbid eyes were filled with pride at his son's glory at this moment; Li was holding Xiao Man's hand tightly, and looked at the eldest son in front of the main seat, who was full of joy.
Sitting in the middle of this family is Chu Bai's mentor, Daoist Zhang.
"Okay! Okay!"
Daoist Zhang was wearing a brand new blue Daoist robe. He stroked his beard and smiled, his voice like a bell, "When I was still in the Qi Induction stage, I knew you had good talent."
"I didn't expect that the progress would be so fast. It's because I underestimated you!"
"I have taught nine disciples, and now apart from Han Xingmo, you are the only one who can hope to take a further step."
Chu Bai stood up slowly, picked up the warm wine bottle himself, filled it for his parents first, then walked steadily to Daoist Zhang's side, and bowed to give him a refill.
"A teacher's kindness is like a mountain, and parents are like an ocean. Chu Bai Today's situation depends on your suggestions."
This scene fell into the eyes of the representatives of various wealthy families standing in the restaurant, and everyone was suddenly shocked.
This is Chu Bai taking advantage of the banquet to declare: He Chu Bai not only has thunderous methods, but he is also a person who values love and justice.
From today on, in Anping County, the old house of Chu Household and the Daoist temple of Daoist Zhang have become untouchable Forbidden Ground.
Whoever dares to touch a hair will fight to the death with this strong Qi Refining Late-Stage who is less than twenty years old.
"Wu Household Family Master Wu Ping, congratulate Master Chu on breaking through the realm! I will give you three drops of dragon spirit blood, and wish you a dragon-horse spirit!"
"Wang Household, on behalf of the county magistrate, congratulates Master Chu on his breakthrough! I will give you a spiritual object Purple Coral, which will make Master Chu's path to immortality forever!"
The boy at the door sang loudly, and the sound spread throughout half the street.
Representatives Wu Ping, Wang Household and other big shots in the city in the past walked into the private room one after another.
They no longer maintained their status as they did when meeting their juniors in the past, but bowed and saluted in unison, their attitude humble to the core.
Qi Refining Late-Stage, this means that Chu Bai has officially entered the top power circle in Anping County.
Even for such a wealthy family, they have to admit that the young man in front of them is already a fierce god who can decide their Lineage rise and fall at will.
"Li is late, don't be surprised, Mr. Chu."
Li Feng strode over with a face filled with wonder.
He had personally laid out Spirit Gathering Formation for Chu Bai, so he naturally knew the effect of that formation, but he never thought that Chu Bai's entry would be so terrifying.
"My lord, this Five Phases foundation is already extraordinary. I have nothing like it. I am willing to maintain the formation for your lord's Clearwind Courtyard for free in the near future to stabilize the idea."
The presence of Li Feng not only represents the deceased Li Household, but also represents the goodwill exuded by the Astronomical Bureau who was appointed to the throne.
Later, Water Office Han Xingmo also came forward with a congratulatory gift. He looked at Chu Bai and sighed with a complicated expression, "Junior brother, in the first battle Three-Bath River, you still needed our flanking assistance.
Looking back now, I am probably not as good as you, senior brother. From now on, I, Water Office, will never turn down any information you need from me, Water Office."
"Master Chu, take the armor!"
A deep voice sounded, and Pang Song walked in with red eyes.
In his hand, he held a thick armor that exuded dark red light. The runes on it were flowing, and there was a vague killing intent that would last a hundred battles.
"This is a low-grade magic weapon [Hundred-Battle Armor], which was approved and gifted by Si Neite." Pang Song solemnly handed the armor to Chu Bai, "Pang is convinced that he has lost. From today on, Mr. Chu will take the title of Anping Demon-Suppression Office's number one combat force!"
The atmosphere reached its peak at this moment.
As everyone sat down, a sense of pressure as steady as a mountain suddenly came over.
Everyone stood up one after another and saw Principal Seventh Rank County Commandant and Foundation-Building Cultivator Zhang Cheng entering with their hands behind their backs. As soon as he appeared, he suppressed the noise of the whole place.
"Today, congratulations to me, Captain Anping Demon-Suppression Office Demon-Slaying Squad, Chu Bai!"
Zhang Cheng looked around the audience, his voice was not loud, but it was like thunder rolling past.
Chu Bai raised a toast to welcome him, his eyes met with Zhang Cheng in the air, and he remembered Zhang Cheng's instruction to him to hold this banquet a few days ago.
This is not only to deal with various strengths, but also to announce the current strength of Demon-Suppression Office.
At the same time, this is also building momentum for him - a Qi Refining Late-Stage who is less than twenty years old. This kind of talent, Prefectural City, is enough to attract the attention of those in high positions.
"Have a banquet!"
As Chu Bai laughed loudly, the atmosphere in the restaurant suddenly became lively.
On every table are rare rare birds and animals, as well as nourishing medicinal foods.
On the mortal table is a warming tonic that prolongs life, while on the monk's table is a rich Spirit Cuisine that promotes cultivation.
Chu Bai stood upright, raised his glass again, and drank it in front of everyone present.
"This cup is for Great Zhou Qiankun, and for all of you who are in the same boat!"
The aroma of wine became stronger and stronger, covering up the snow that had not yet dispersed outside the window.
Inside Wind-and-Moon Residence, the sounds of changing cups and changing cups could be heard one after another.
During the banquet, Chu Bai held a celadon wine flask in his hand and walked past each table to toast.
At this time, although he had somewhat restrained the fierceness he had when he first broke through the realm, the scanning of his deep eyes still made the guests of all races present feel a chill in their hearts.
"Master Chu is really a young talent. Qi Refining Late-Stage is less than twenty years old. Looking at Great Wall Prefecture, he is one of the few!"
"It's not just Great Wall Prefecture. If this momentum continues, in just three to five years, Anping County will probably have a Foundation Establishment Aristocratic Clan."
The representatives of the wealthy families hurriedly stood up and responded, trying their best to please with their words.
They secretly calculated in their hearts that Chu Bai was now in power, and with the big tree of County Commandant behind them, their future prospects were limitless.
In addition, Chu Bai was not yet married. During the banquet, many family members began to tentatively ask Chu Bai's birthday and horoscope while changing glasses, or mentioned that their female relatives were dignified, virtuous, and virtuous, with the intention of marrying Qin and Jin.
Chu Bai looked calm and excused himself one by one with the excuse of "I am devoted to the Tao and have no intention of getting married yet."
He aims at Qingzhou Heavenly Examination, and settling down here in Anping County and being tied to a wealthy family is definitely not what he wants.
After drinking for half a day, I drank for three rounds.
The wealthy merchants in the city who had their own hidden agendas had dispersed one after another, leaving behind only those close friends who had a close friendship with them.
"Come on, brother Chu... let's go one more time!"
Pang Song's face was red from drinking at this time. He raised his glass staggeringly and shouted that he wanted to fight Chu Bai to get drunk.
He has been suppressed by Chu Bai for more than a year, and today he is holding back his energy to regain some ground at the wine table.
Chu Bai had no choice but to accompany him and drink a few cups.
However, his physical body was strong at this time, and the spiritual energy in his body circulated a little, and he was able to dissolve all the alcohol.
In just a moment, Pang Song, the good guy from Qi Refining Seventh Layer, had his eyelids twitching, flopped down on the table, and got drunk first.
"Captain Pang still has the same temper."
Han Xingmo sat aside, looking at Pang Song's drunken state, and laughed dumbly. He turned his head, raised his glass and touched it lightly with Chu Bai, his expression filled with emotion:
"Junior Brother Chu, if it weren't for your announcement during the Three-Bath River battle, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to catch up with this skill.
Since that incident, Great Wall Prefecture has sent a special person to make rectifications. Now Water Office's internal system has become much clearer, and I have benefited from you. The official document has just come out in the past few days, and I will be promoted to Subordinate Eighth Rank's [River-Patrol Water Officer]."
Chu Bai heard this and raised his glass to congratulate. "Subordinate Eighth Rank patrols the river and is in charge of the water conservancy schedule. It can be said that senior brother has made rapid progress, which is really gratifying."
Han Xingmo took a sip of strong wine, but his face gradually became serious. He lowered his voice and mentioned the follow-up to the Three-Bath River case. "Junior brother, do you know what Water Office found out during the internal investigation at that time?"
Chu Bai put down the wine glass and signaled for details.
"Three-Bath River The water area is extremely wide and spans several counties.
Our Water Office has jurisdiction over not only many areas, but also complex environments.
At that time, the reason why Three-Bath Lady was able to lurk for so long and even organize a large-scale living sacrifice was because someone inside Water Office was indeed covering up for it. Apart from the heavy exchange of interests every year, the most fundamental reason was actually for political achievements."
Han Xingmo sneered, "Those people who only eat corpses were afraid that Three-Bath River would cause trouble and be blamed by Prefectural City, so they simply reached a tacit understanding with the demon god.
As long as they don't cause trouble to the higher-ups, to them, a few dead people are just numbers on a file.
Although people have now been convicted and executed, after the restructuring, there is a shortage of manpower, and it is ultimately insufficient to patrol such a huge water area solely by manpower."
He paused, with a hint of hope in his eyes. "So after the gentleman from Great Wall Prefecture returned, he specifically applied to the state to transfer a Principal Eighth Rank [Brook Water Earl] to Anping County."
"Water Earl?"
Chu Bai raised his eyebrows.
In the Great Zhou Immortal Dynasty, anyone who can be called "Water Earl" must be a god who has received the official Edict Investiture.
Different from the previous private sacrifice of False God, Water Earl of Principal Eighth Rank is Orthodox God.
"Exactly." Han Xingmo nodded and said, "The gods Water Earl are blessed by the national destiny and have natural sensing advantages in the waters. Moreover, they are not as greedy and lazy as mortals. As long as the incense is stable, they work extremely diligently.
With this Orthodox God's suppression and Three-Bath River's clever inspections and water conservancy arrangements in the future, it will be much easier for us Water Office to do things, and we don't have to worry about anyone being in cahoots with evil spirits again."
Chu Bai Hearing this, he nodded with deep understanding. "Edict Investiture Orthodox God Assisting the local government is indeed a great thing for the people."
But in his heart, he unconsciously remembered the old story of True Spirit that Zhang Cheng had mentioned before.
"If that incident hadn't happened, perhaps it would have been Edict Investiture this time instead of being transferred from elsewhere."
I don't know what kind of changes this newcomer [Brook Water Earl] will bring to the situation of Anping County.
Dusk falls, but the aftertaste of Wind-and-Moon Residence's spirit wine is still there.
Late at night, Wind-and-Moon Residence.
The hustle and bustle during the banquet has mostly dissipated, and the cups and plates on the table are messy, showing the residual warmth of the wine.
Chu Bai looked at the tired-looking parents beside him, and felt a trace of warmth in his heart. After all, the two elders were mortals. After sitting at this banquet full of spiritual energy and complicated entertainment for half a day, even though Spirit Cuisine nourished them, their energy and spirit were finally a little unable to cope.
"Father, mother, it's getting late. I'll send someone to take you back to Clearwind Courtyard to rest." Chu Bai said softly.
Chu Xianglin rubbed his sleepy eyes, looked at his son, and smiled honestly, "Okay, okay. Darling, don't drink too late, business is important."
Chu Bai summoned two of his confidants Demon-Slaying Guard, whispering that they must be escorted safely. It was not until he saw the carriage at home disappearing at the end of the long street that he looked away and sat back in the private room again.
At this time, only Zhang Cheng was left in the private room.
The County Commandant and Foundation-Building Cultivator of Principal Seventh Rank were holding a glass of residual wine and looking at Chu Bai with clear eyes. Seeing Chu Bai sitting down, a smile of relief appeared on the corner of Zhang Cheng's mouth.
"Qi Refining Late-Stage, Five Phases are restrained and can be so Foundation Depth, Chu Bai at such an age. You really gave me a big surprise."
Zhang Cheng put down the wine glass and no longer concealed his appreciation in his words, "Now that your sharp knife has been sharpened enough, Anping County, this small area, I am afraid it will soon be unable to cover your sharp edge."
Chu Bai raised his hands and said, "It's all thanks to the cultivation of the master."
Zhang Cheng waved his hand, his expression suddenly became a bit serious, and with a bit of temptation, he asked, "I have reached this level of cultivation, my qualifications are almost over, and I have made Demon-Slaying a meritorious service as a clean official. Chu Bai, do you intend to... go further?"
Go further!
These four words echoed loudly in the quiet room.
According to the official system of the Great Zhou Immortal Dynasty, Chu Bai is now Principal Ninth Rank[Demon-Slaying Token].
If you want to take it one step further, it's Subordinate Eighth Rank's [Demon-Suppression Commandant].
This is not a false title. Demon-Suppression Commandant has the power to supervise, inspect, and promote lower-level officials within the company. His power is several times greater than that of Demon-Slaying Token who simply leads the team.
If it had been anyone else, they would have been so excited that they bowed their heads after hearing this proposal.
Zhang Cheng did not issue the paperwork directly, but inquired privately first.
Without him, with Chu Bai's current performance, everyone can see that this child will never stop here in the future.
He is weighing whether Chu Bai is willing to be distracted at this level.
Contrary to Zhang Cheng's expectation, Chu Bai just remained silent for a moment and then shook his head slightly.
"Thank you for your kindness, Chief. However, I have been in the company for less than three years, so my qualifications are a bit shallow after all. Subordinate Ninth Rank to Principal Ninth Rank is already an exception. If I am promoted to Subordinate Eighth Rank, I may not be able to convince everyone."
Chu Bai spoke calmly and refused without hesitation.
"Qualifications?"
Zhang Cheng shook his head with a smile, "Fighting achievements and strength are the greatest qualifications. Besides, I am from Immortal Clerk. As long as I nod, who dares to dissent?"
Chu Bai lowered his head and said, "There are many trivial matters regarding promotion. The position of captain requires distraction and supervision, weighing the pros and cons. My subordinates are more willing to patrol the border for the commander. I ask the commander to consider the matter of promotion."
These words are an excuse, Zhang Cheng can naturally hear it.
When it comes to fame, Chu Bai has long been popular among Anping Demon-Suppression Office.
However, once he is promoted to captain Subordinate Eighth Rank, it will inevitably touch the interests of the entangled old forces.
Although Zhang Cheng has an iron fist to help Chu Bai gain a foothold, Chu Bai himself understands that regaining control of Divine Authority and dealing with the intrigues and intrigues in officialdom will greatly occupy his practice time.
He is now equipped with [Subtlety] level skills, and is assisted by Spirit Gathering Formation and Earthly Treasure. Every moment of practice is precious.
No matter how heavy Anping County and Divine Authority are, in the eyes of Chu Bai, they are just passing clouds.
Zhang Cheng stared at Chu Bai for a long time. Suddenly he breathed a long sigh of relief, a flash of realization flashed in his eyes, and he laughed loudly.
"I see, I underestimated you."
Zhang Cheng leaned forward, stared at Chu Bai's eyes with a pair of sharp eyes, and asked word by word:
"Do you want to participate in... this Qingzhou Heavenly Examination?"
This sentence completely shattered the ambition in Chu Bai's heart.
The Qingzhou Heavenly Examination held every five years is the only way for Qi Refining monks to advance to Azure Ordination and obtain the Foundation Establishment way.
Chu Bai raised his head and met the eyes of Master County Commandant.
In the elegant room, the aroma of the spirit wine seemed to solidify at this moment.
Chu Bai did not cover up anymore, but solemnly nodded:
"Since I have this opportunity, I must give it a try."