Chapter 412

Seeing Pei Ye honestly brought this young girl to the Great Medical Pavilion established by the Mount Taishan Medicine Hut in Shaolong, and did not say another word.

However, the others at the Mount Taishan Medicine Hut were still very gentle and polite, which made Seeing Pei Ye heave a sigh of relief, so he followed the suggestion of the government officials to stay there and receive care.

The Medicine Hut provided a very beautiful room on the top floor, facing the wind and gazing at the moon. After taking his medicine, Seeing Pei Ye sat on the couch, leaning against the window and looking out; countless eaves, dark and black after being washed by the rain, were scattered at different heights, and one could almost not see the end of them in the clear sky.

The black cat squatted on the window sill and suddenly recited in a low voice: "The autumn moon is full again, the city towers are heavy with night. A traveler can always get drunk, staying behind in fear of the dawn bell."

". What does that mean?" Seeing Pei Ye looked at it, bewildered; this pretty little kitten and emotions like being sentimental about the seasons never seemed to have anything to do with each other.

The black cat turned around a pair of clear, jade-green eyes: "Aren't you starting to want to be pretentious now? I'm cultivating your taste so you don't keep embarrassing yourself."

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Seeing Pei Ye grabbed it by the neck with one hand and held it in front of him.

The black cat's limbs hung down: "Wouldn't these four lines be more suitable to give to your friend in the white dress? The scenery and feelings are both right after the inscription, and she might not have actually read them."

"What do you know? We are gifting sincerity."

"Oh."

Seeing Pei Ye placed it by his pillow, and amidst the clear breeze and bright moon, he fell asleep just like that.

When he woke up, the people from the government office were already waiting downstairs.

Seeing Pei Ye finished his meal in a few gulps, feeling quite embarrassed, and came out wiping his mouth: "Official Cheng, what is the matter?"

This was a middle-aged man with fine, fair cheeks, a face as handsome as jade, and a pair of gentle and bright eyes.

Last night, it was he who led a group of people to receive them at the city gate; Seeing Pei Ye had asked, and he was a clerk at the government office. After the young man returned, he counted on his fingers for a long time; he didn't quite understand the difference between ranks and authority, but he was indeed only half a rank lower than the Bowang Inspector.

However, this man took the lead in bowing and saluting, smiling humbly: "Young Master Pei, just call me Yuanqi—did you sleep comfortably last night?"

". Comfortable, comfortable," this scene of "Zhao Zhang" being so respectful in front of him obviously startled the young man a little, and he certainly didn't dare to address the man by his name, "Official Cheng, what is the matter?"

Cheng Yuanqi still smiled humbly and took a step back to clear the way for him: "The government office and the Immortal Platform have already finished discussing it. They will confer the honor upon you at the Jade Sword Platform before sunset tomorrow. They would like to invite you to go to the government office first to make some preparations."

". Oh, alright, alright, I will listen to your arrangements."

The purpose of this trip was to settle the Kongdong matter, and after wrapping it up, he would head to the Divine Capital. Seeing Pei Ye naturally did not delay and followed him out the door.

However, as soon as he reached the street, he was suddenly startled again.

——Two full rows of thirty armored soldiers stood neatly. In front of them, a black carriage, not at all flashy or luxurious but one that made people feel awe at first glance, was parked at the entrance. Two snow-white, spirited horses stood silently, a full head taller than ordinary horses.

Seeing Pei Ye did not recognize it for the moment, but this was the "Immortal Hunting Offspring," which only the imperial court had a small supply of internally. They had the blood of the Bi'an diluted in their bodies; ten carriages of the Luoying Mountain's Cloud-Treading Snow horses couldn't even trade for one of them.

On the street in the early morning, countless people were casting hidden, curious, and envious gazes, or gazes as if they didn't care—Seeing Pei Ye suddenly discovered that he was very familiar with these looks.

Cheng Yuanqi walked to the carriage and lowered his head to lift the curtain for him.

Seeing Pei Ye subconsciously gripped the sword at his waist before walking out from the shadow under the eaves. He got into the carriage and even forgot to say thank you. Cheng Yuanqi got into the carriage afterwards, closed the door, and sat quietly in the corner diagonally opposite him.

Seeing Pei Ye suddenly discovered that this angle was very comfortable—he clearly knew there was a person there, but he wouldn't have any eye contact. On the edge, but existing, as if as long as he didn't want to speak, the other party would never disturb him.

But the feeling of impoliteness was still hard to discard. Seeing Pei Ye smiled somewhat embarrassedly: "This display is too big; actually, we could just ride horses or walk."

Cheng Yuanqi smiled: "I didn't know your preferences, Young Master. I've given instructions this time; next time we will be more ordinary."

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Seeing Pei Ye actually wanted to say that he had his own legs and didn't need any preparation to go out, but at the same time, he felt that this treatment must have exceeded a simple reward for someone who had performed a meritorious service, so he closed his mouth again.

It was lighter and more stable than any carriage he had ever sat in. He relaxed his body and leaned against the backrest—it was actually a comfort he had never experienced before.

They arrived quietly at the entrance of the government office along the way. The sun was a little higher. When Seeing Pei Ye got off the carriage, Cheng Yuanqi had already opened a large black umbrella from behind him.

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Seeing Pei Ye smiled slightly. At this moment, he didn't feel how conspicuous he was, because everything here was in line with the display of this carriage. The spacious, flat, and quiet white stone avenue, the majestic and huge government office was located on the side. Unlike the Bowang Prefecture which blended into the streets, Seeing Pei Ye had already felt the sparse human voices half a quarter of an hour ago, and arriving here, it was as if he were in another world.

"The government office that handles the civil affairs of the prefecture is at the back." Cheng Yuanqi seemed to see his confusion and explained gently, "This is the great government office that plans for the entire Shaolong Circuit."

". Oh."

People in magnificent clothes occasionally went in and out; it turned out everyone had an umbrella, but this carriage was still the most eye-catching one. Seeing Pei Ye followed Cheng Yuanqi's invitation and stepped into this majestic great government office.

The shade of the ancient trees was only a small section, and afterwards, it was regulated within the garden grounds. All the buildings that appeared were bright and majestic. Seeing Pei Ye did not understand the architectural forms, nor could he distinguish the various official etiquettes, but he already felt that something was invisibly regulating everything.

He didn't know if it was an emotional illusion or if there was really a formation covering it.

Seeing Pei Ye looked curiously at the eaves scattered at different heights. Cheng Yuanqi had already led him to an independent small courtyard. The courtyard was neither big nor small, and a sense of simplicity rushed towards him. Common flowers and plants were planted on the ground, and an old pine tree was bent in the corner.

Cheng Yuanqi closed the umbrella under the eaves and respectfully raised his hand: "Young Master Pei, please."

Seeing Pei Ye looked around as he pushed open the door: "Official Cheng, what is this place?"

"The place where the Chief Clerk usually rests."

". Oh!"

Cheng Yuanqi walked in: "I just asked the Mount Taishan Medicine Hut. They said that your injuries, Young Master, are difficult to recover further in the short term, but fortunately, the healed parts are indeed stable."

". Yes, although it hurts, my movements are not affected."

Cheng Yuanqi nodded and asked: "The Chief Clerk said that you might be asked to go down to the Jade Sword Platform tomorrow. What do you think..."

Seeing Pei Ye was stunned: "Alright, alright."

The answer he prepared really didn't match the tone of this inquiry at all.

He added: "It's fine, I often fight while injured."

Cheng Yuanqi smiled and said seriously: "Young Master, you must never take being forced by circumstances as a habit; you still need to cherish your body."

". Thank you."

"This is the first thing the Chief Clerk instructed. He transferred a 【Green Emperor Pill】 from the government treasury, and it is right here." Cheng Yuanqi moved an ancient and precious jade box on the table in front of the young man, "Generally, you can just take it directly. Young Master Pei can also seek advice from the Mount Taishan Medicine Hut first. In any case, take it before noon tomorrow, and your body will no longer be injured by drawing your sword."

". Oh, thank you, Official Sui." Seeing Pei Ye had never heard of this item, but he could imagine it was extremely precious, "This pill..."

"The sect doesn't have it; it's a pill from the imperial court."

"Oh."

"The second thing is to ask you to take a look at the rewards and honors that will be conferred." Cheng Yuanqi handed a piece of paper with seven or eight items written on it to the young man, "The most important ones are the Immortal Platform Goose Inspection and the Shaolong recommendation qualification."

"You travel the rivers and lakes, and the authority of the Immortal Platform is very convenient. We will first give you a leisure position in the government office and then send you to the Immortal Platform, so you won't be too restricted by the distribution system." Cheng Yuanqi explained, "The latter is because the Chief Clerk said you would mostly want to go to the Divine Capital to stay for a few years, so he asked for the only 'Grade A' recommendation. After entering the capital, whatever position you want, we will negotiate with the Northern Government at that time. Of course, if you want to stay in Shaolong, we can get a better position..."

Cheng Yuanqi spoke eloquently on the side, but Seeing Pei Ye had already been stunned in front of this paper. When he said "the most important ones are the Goose Inspection and the recommendation," Seeing Pei Ye stared at the very last item with wide eyes.

"One hundred taels of gold, plus the Guan Mountain Sword Building on the main street of the North City."

"Of course, there is also the qualification for the Sword Academy, which is actually a chicken rib to you, but it's better than nothing after all..." Cheng Yuanqi said, noticing the young man's gaze, and apologized, "Yes, you also saw that the rest are just to make up the numbers. But it's actually because Official Sui helped you convert most of the unredeemed things into the Sword Selection Society. He persuaded many people these past few days."

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Cheng Yuanqi looked at him and smiled humbly: "He said that it is the 'Wind of the Blue Clouds,' so I think it shouldn't disappoint you."

". No, not disappointed... not disappointed."

"Hmm, the Chief Clerk really couldn't spare the time these two days, but he told me yesterday that he would find you tonight to have a chat. If you have any thoughts, just discuss them with him then."

"Alright."

"The third thing..." Cheng Yuanqi stopped halfway through his sentence. Seeing Pei Ye also heard footsteps outside the wall, which then stopped outside the courtyard gate, and knocked lightly on the door panel.

Cheng Yuanqi walked out, lifting his lapels: "Fuyun, what is it?"

A young man's respectful voice: "Clerk Cheng, the Pearl Water Pavilion has submitted a visiting card again, hoping to see you."

"I can't see them, decline it."

"How should I decline?"

"The same way as the one for Luoying Mountain."

Cheng Yuanqi walked back and shook his head at Seeing Pei Ye with a smile: "They all want to latch onto the Chief Clerk. Actually, we haven't been in contact with any of them. The Shaolong Sword Path Gold Register is an absolutely fair and serious register, but they don't know and are suspicious, just afraid that they will fall behind."

Seeing Pei Ye nodded, half-understanding.

"The third thing... is still the Jade Sword Platform matter tomorrow." Cheng Yuanqi said, "The ones you might have to face should be the seven or eight people like Xiang, Nan, and Cui. The Chief Clerk said you probably don't recognize any of them, so I organized some information from the Immortal Platform for you to browse through—it's all decent stuff; I know you certainly wouldn't disdain crooked paths."

"Oh, thank you, thank you." Involving sword fighting, Seeing Pei Ye regained some of his senses, "I was planning to go to the various arenas to take a look today. I have never seen such a big sword society."

Cheng Yuanqi nodded repeatedly: "Watching the arena before the battle is indeed essential, and today is the final of each of the ten arenas. The winners will all be listed in the Gold Register and participate in the Jade Sword Platform sword discussion tomorrow. I think it won't make you feel bored."

"Not at all, not at all, I'm just watching the fun."

Cheng Yuanqi shook his head with a smile: "Young Master Pei's humility and peace are truly the only ones I have seen in my life—I have disturbed you for a long time, that is all. If you want to watch the arena, I will send you there; if you want to rest and stroll in the government office, that is also fine."

"Ah, I will go now, I really appreciate the hospitality."

Cheng Yuanqi shook his head with a smile again but didn't speak, still opening the umbrella and following him out the door.

"Really don't need to send me, Official Cheng! I will just go back myself!"

Cheng Yuanqi smiled: "Then I will send you outside the office."

The two walked out of the small courtyard side by side, the young man walking in front, the man with a peaceful demeanor following behind with a black umbrella, and they left the government office the same way they came.

"Then see you again, Official Cheng."

"Hmm, take care, we will meet again another day."

Seeing Pei Ye bid farewell and left, then heard the man behind him say: "Young Master Pei."

"Hmm?"

"Others see the government office as majestic and distant, but you can just treat this place as your own home. In Shaolong Prefecture, if you have any matters, just say the word."

". Oh."

Seeing Pei Ye walked out of this wide and straight long street, still somewhat stunned. He stood still looking at the crowd and suddenly discovered that he only remembered to be polite but forgot to ask where the arena actually was.

Just as he was about to find someone dressed like a martial artist to ask, he heard a cold and cool voice from the side: "Little hero, here."

Seeing Pei Ye turned his head and saw Qu Xin sitting in a spirited brown-yellow carriage, waving at him with no expression.

". Miss Qu, why are you here?" Seeing Pei Ye was very polite to her now.

"I also want to watch the arena, so I sat up."

". Is this a carriage going to the arena?"

"Yes, Young Master Pei. I saw you and this young lady enter the city last night. I just saw her here, so I asked."

"Ah!" Seeing Pei Ye only then realized that the young man sitting on the carriage shaft was the voice named "Fuyun" just now, "Are you...?"

"Clerk Cheng just said you would mostly want to go watch the arena, so he sent me to prepare the carriage and the viewing position." The young man smiled, "This one is very low-key, please come up."

". Thank you, thank you."

Seeing Pei Ye boarded the carriage, still somewhat uncomfortable with the comfort. He thought that people always have to use their brains and legs. If someone really lived a life where everything was prepared in advance every day, how...

"How comfortable it would be," the black cat said, lying on his shoulder.

"How useless it would make a person!" Seeing Pei Ye rolled his eyes and leaned comfortably against the backrest.

He turned his head to look at Qu Xin and smiled: "So it was someone else's carriage. Miss Qu, you really are not polite—"

He braked his voice in time, didn't say the teasing that followed, and sat upright looking ahead.

Unfortunately, it was still captured.

Qu Xin looked at him: "You slept in our building last night and didn't pay either."

". How much money!"

"Seven taels a night."

". Miss Qu, why did you suddenly want to go watch the arena?" Seeing Pei Ye said with interest, "Will there be anything related to medical books there too?"

"I want to see how they get their tendons and bones broken and their bodies pierced."

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Seeing Pei Ye was silent.

After a while, he remembered again. This seemed to be a problem indeed, and he asked seriously and curiously: "Miss Qu, does the Mount Taishan Medicine Hut practice martial arts?"

This young girl could use mysterious needles, at least she was a sorcerer, and he could also feel her abundant true Qi, but still, being able to control true mystery and being able to fight were two different things. Judging by her age and medical skills, she should be like Miss Ming, studying medical skills from a young age, and had no hard work in spiritual arts and martial arts.

"We practice."

"You practice too?"

"We practice."

"Oh." Seeing Pei Ye was a little surprised and asked curiously, "Then will you fight with people? Do you understand swords?"

He looked at the young girl.

Qu Xin looked at him quietly: "I understand a little."

(End of chapter)

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