Chapter 241: Lin Baiwei's Journey to the Capital
Chapter 241: Lin Baiwei's Journey to the Capital
It turned out that the head of the demon-catching office was visited by a Grand General of Demon Suppression.
What was even more surprising was the crimson-faced, blue-faced lion's vital energy and blood.
"Another demon lord from Qingzhou in the Nascent Soul realm?"
"Another Jade Liquid realm warrior?"
"No, is this silver bell demon catcher also called Shen Yi?"
At the head office, the woman in charge of the affairs found the name increasingly familiar, so she asked directly.
Chen Qanck coughed dryly twice. He hadn't expected Shen Yi to become so famous in the Imperial City so soon after leaving Qingzhou just two months ago. Even the head demon catcher's office could casually call out his name.
The woman smiled helplessly, "Don't wait, just go ahead."
"Ah?"
Chen Qanck was a bit dazed by her words and walked out of the office door, unsure when Qingzhou had gained such influence at the Martial Temple. He bowed apologetically to his colleagues who had been waiting for a long time.
However, they all smiled and returned the gesture, showing no sign of resentment.
Ever since the incident in Songzhou had spread.
People from all states were worried that their homes might suddenly catch fire, and they would have to rely on the Inspectorate official.
In comparison, cutting in line was a minor matter.
"That's odd."
The old man couldn't quite understand it, but he walked back to the carriage and conveyed the message to Lin Baiwei.
"So I'm off then..."
Lin Baiwei looked a little listless.
Chen Qanck turned back instinctively, and as expected, the two figures from earlier were already gone.
"It's alright, go ahead and train. I'll take you to find him when you're done."
"I don't want to."
Lin Baiwei rubbed her face, trying to look normal, and walked into the main hall with a sullen expression.
All she wanted now was to return to Qingzhou.
Gazing at the thirteen golden statues in the hall, Lin Baiwei bowed her head and sat on the meditation cushion as usual, her mind somewhat distracted.
Now that the person was gone, the vital energy and blood that had been left for her were also gone, and she had nothing to look forward to!
Thick white mist sealed the door of the hall.
"Don't space out, pay attention."
A slender, pale hand casually ruffled her head, and a familiar calm and gentle voice sounded from behind.
Lin Baiwei's body trembled, and she turned her head in surprise.
The handsome young man withdrew his hand and straightened up, his pitch-black clear eyes gazing at her quietly. His silk cyan shirt fluttered slightly, accentuating his tall figure.
Lin Baiwei's cheeks turned red.
She hadn't expected to see Shen Yi here at all and was completely unprepared, feeling a bit taken aback.
"Tsk."
The remaining three temple attendants stared at the young girl with interest, seeming to know Shen Yi quite well.
"What are you doing here?" Lin Baiwei asked in a soft voice, turning to the temple attendants, "I..."
"It's alright, take your time, we're not in a hurry."
The temple attendants squeezed out a smile, looking extremely patient.
Lin Baiwei had met these few people the last time she came to the Martial Temple for training. Except for the ugliest old grandpa, the rest of them usually had cold faces, and they didn't have the kind demeanor they were showing now.
Wait a moment—
She finally remembered why Shen Yi's cyan shirt looked so familiar.
While this shirt would be ordinary anywhere else, within the Martial Temple, the color held significance. Those who wore cyan were the temple attendants in charge of the temple!
Smack! Shen Yi's golden book slapped her on the head, "Focus."
He wanted to seize the opportunity to break through the Elixir Realm and didn't have time for her daydreaming.
"Oh."
Lin Baiwei obediently closed her eyes.
Shen Yi casually performed a technique; after being a temple attendant for so many days, he should at least learn something.
With his action, the elderly man on the altar slowly opened his eyes.
Finally, another five parts emerged and returned to the golden body.
The three temple attendants nodded slightly, excluding the demonic influences, this kind of talent could already be considered excellent.
A blue-faced lion had earned her eight refinements.
Shen Yi was not impatient. Occasionally, he would manipulate the secret technique, but most of the time, he focused his attention on the old ancestor of the Martial Temple.
The same golden body technique, yet the other party's body did not exhibit the vibrant red patterns.
It was likely due to the difference in the objects used for suppression.
Since he had suppressed his miscellaneous thoughts within the demon soul, it was natural that he would be tainted by a hint of demonic aura.
Day turned to night.
The eighth refinement finally concluded.
Shen Yi sensed that Lin Baiwei's aura was just a step away from perfection in pill condensation, and he shook his head. Lifting his hand, he manipulated a secret art, once again awakening the old ancestor of the Martial Temple from his slumber.
The ninth ray of golden light instantly descended.
Lin Baiwei opened her eyes in surprise, then shook her head slightly in trepidation.
She did not want Shen Yi to take advantage of his position and do anything inappropriate.
"Condense your pill."
Shen Yi glanced at her.
Back then, when he had brought back some silver from the Lin family, this woman had suspected him of robbing the neighbors. Now, she was being suspicious again. Could it be that his image was so bad?
The other temple attendants shook their heads with a smile.
Not only did Shen Yi have one more refinement opportunity left from last time, but even if he didn't... they had given him the golden book, so what was a little more help?
...
The white mist at the entrance of the Martial Temple dissipated.
The young man in the long robe strolled out, followed by a well-behaved young girl.
"Did you come alone?"
"I also have Old General Chen with me."
Upon hearing this, Shen Yi nodded and first took Lin Baiwei to the neighboring Demon-Catching Office headquarters.
The sword-wielding woman was still waiting.
Shen Yi politely cupped his hands and said, "We've kept Lady Lin waiting."
Previously, at Court B, he had gotten to know a couple from Lizhou's Qi Zong. The woman was Lin Qingyang's wife.
"You're too kind, Inspectorate Official," Lin's wife quickly returned the greeting.
Inspectorate Official? Lin Baiwei stood quietly behind Shen Yi, secretly glancing at his back.
It seemed that wherever he went, he became an extraordinary presence.
Even though they had known each other for so long, Lin Baiwei was still a little uncomfortable with it.
This was the Imperial City.
Yet, everyone she encountered was exceptionally polite to Shen Yi.
He was no longer the lowly clerk from before, sharing scorched buns with her in a cramped room...
"I usually stay in seclusion in the Martial Temple, so I'm not very informed either. If the Inspectorate Official wants to know more, I can send someone to ask again in Lizhou."
This time, Lin's wife had taken the initiative to look for Shen Yi.
Lizhou's Qi Zong was a famous power in the Great Qian Empire, their skill in forging treasures was divine.
However, all this time, that peerless treasure seemed to be their limit.
"I didn't agree with Qi Zong seeking help from Qingqiu back then. They're not good people." Lin's wife shook her head.
To break through their limits, Qi Zong had invited the most versatile fox demon from Qingqiu to assist them.
There was no need to hide this matter.
Although Qingqiu was a demonic force, it was rather special. Even if they came to the Great Qian Empire's Imperial City, the Martial Temple would most likely welcome them with open arms.
After all, no one wanted to offend a powerful neutral force for no reason.
However, the problem was that they couldn't control them.
That fox demon didn't know what it was thinking, but it actually sent out invitations in Qi Zong's name to Qingzhou.
When the old ancestor of Qi Zong found out, he felt that something was amiss, but he didn't dare offend the fox demon, so he quickly sent someone to deliver a message to the Imperial City.
(End of Chapter)
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