Just like that, An 'an began her life in Maplewood City. Auntie Song sent a letter after that, saying that she had married and moved to Wangjiang City. As a city known for its prosperous commerce, Wangjiang City was second only to the capital, Qinghe City. Her husband's surname was Lin, and they were considered a prominent family. In that case, she had found a good home.
No wonder she could not bring her daughter along.
As for the remaining properties of the Jiang family in Fengxi Town, Jiang Wang did not ask about them. No matter what, Auntie Song and her father were husband and wife. She had taken good care of him after he fell ill, so it was reasonable for her to give her some dowry.
However, that was the end of their conversation. There was no need to contact them anymore.
Four or five years old was the age for her to learn. Jiang Wang arranged a private school for his sister. It was the best private school other than the schools of the three major families. Ordinary people would not accept her. Jiang Wang had been the leader of the outer sect of the Chengdao Academy for so long, so he still had some reputation. Especially now that he had entered the inner sect and his Dao meridians had manifested, he was already the future pillar of the Zhuang Country. No one would easily offend him.
Every day, after attending scripture classes in the academy and cultivating for a while, he would go to the private school to pick up An 'an. When accepting missions, he tried his best to choose missions that did not take more than a day. Usually, he would go on the same day and return on the same day. If there was a mission that could not be missed, he would let Ling He, Zhao Rucheng, and the others take turns to look after An 'an.
The days flowed by just like that. The foundation-laying array diagram in Tongtian Palace became more and more complicated, and it was beginning to take shape. However, the further it went, the more difficult it was to set up the foundation-laying array diagram. This was especially so when shifting Dao Energy before the foundation was laid. If there was a mistake, the Dao Energy would dissipate, and the meridian opening would be wasted. Because he had chosen the Heavenly Cycle Star Formation, he laid the foundation slower than others. Thus, during the process of laying the foundation, Jiang Wang did not allow himself to fail every time the formation points shifted.
In terms of combat power, because he had not laid the foundation, he could not cultivate Dao techniques. Jiang Wang could only work hard on the East-rising Purple Qi Sword Technique. This sword technique had a total of nine Cultivation Techniques and five Killing Techniques. As the name implied, the Cultivation Techniques were the cultivation techniques, and the Killing Techniques were the killing techniques. He used the Training Method to temper his physique and comprehend the Way of the Sword. He used the Killing Method to attack the Battle Formation and destroy the enemy.
Fortunately, after mastering the Nine Styles Cultivation Method, its effects on nourishing the body's Qi and blood were astonishing. Jiang Wang could even clearly sense that his body was giving more feedback to the Dao Vein True Spirit, speeding up the condensation of his Dao Energy.
After a period of time, he actually had an additional opportunity to break through his meridians. He could condense three Dao Energy beads every day. This undoubtedly greatly shortened the time needed to successfully lay his foundation.
Jiang Wang's life was fulfilling and satisfying. In such a life, he welcomed his first large-scale mission since entering the Maplewood City Dao Academy.
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"Urgent conscription mission, no one is allowed to leave!"
In the academy, the morning class had just ended when a black-robed general barged in.
"Who is this person?"
"What are you doing?"
The disciples whispered to each other, but soon someone pointed out the truth. "Keep your voice down. That's Wei Yan!"
The entire academy immediately fell silent.
He was ranked second on the Dao Merit Ranking and a general with real authority in the City Guard Army. No matter what his identity was, it was enough to suppress everyone. In particular, this military officer was known for his unyielding and ruthless style.
Wei Yan did not seem to care about everyone's attitude. Or rather, he only needed to express his attitude.
"Since last week, there has been no news from Xiao Lin Town for five whole days."
Jiang Wang and Ling He exchanged glances. Xiao Lin Town was a large town under the rule of Maplewood City. Although they did not report everything, they still had to report every now and then.
Without news for five whole days, it was almost equivalent to Maplewood City losing control. A town with thousands of people suddenly being isolated from the outside world was not a small matter.
Wei Yan continued, "With the City Lord's seal, I conscripted at least thirty inner sect disciples from the Dao Academy to head to Xiao Lin Town to investigate this matter."
"Isn't this the duty of the Arrest Department?" a disciple asked unhappily.
Conscripting thirty inner sect disciples from the Dao Academy for such a large mission would definitely be dangerous. Thus, many people were unwilling.
"The Heart Devouring Demonic Bear has appeared in Tri-Mountain City. Currently, most of the Arrest Department's forces in Qinghe County have been transferred to Tri-Mountain City."
Wei Yan did not reply. His adjutant, Zhao Lang, explained from the side.
The Zhuang Kingdom's official system followed that of the Yong Kingdom. Ordinary cases were handled by the yamen, while cases involving Transcendents were taken over by the Arrest Department. The Arrest Department was responsible for investigating Transcendents all over the country. In theory, they were controlled by the local government. However, due to the special nature of the capital, the local government could not order them around.
Just like this time, mobilizing people to chase after Xiong Wen was the idea of the Arrest Department. Even the City Lord of Maplewood City, Wei Quji, could not intervene and transfer them back.
"What about the City Guard?" the disciple asked again.
The City Guard was the direct military force of the City Lord. They suppressed all evils and rebellions. A major incident like Xiao Lin Town losing contact with the entire town was enough to trigger the City Guard's suppression.
"The City Guard has another important mission." Wei Yan interrupted impatiently. "The reward for this mission will be increased by thirty percent. In principle, it will be voluntary. However, if the number of inner sect disciples who sign up is less than thirty, I will forcibly conscript them with the City Lord's order!
"I need to remind everyone that before this mission, two ninth-rank Wandering Meridian cultivators from the City Lord's Mansion who went to investigate were lost in Xiao Lin Town. I hope that everyone will take the risk and act according to their abilities. "
The Dao Academy system was the most important Transcendents promotion system in the Zhuang Country. The Dao Academies in each city would absorb the local cultivation seeds. After cultivating for a few years, they would pass the examination and be promoted to the Dao Academies in each county. After that, they would be promoted from the county Dao Academies to the National Dao Academies.
In the end, all the geniuses of the Zhuang Country would be gathered in the capital. Those who advanced would compete with the heroes of the world. Those who retreated would be sent to various places to guard.
Although Maplewood City's Dao Academy only recruited ten inner sect disciples every year, due to the high difficulty of being promoted to a county Dao Academy, many cultivators spent years or even decades in the city Dao Academies. The entire Maplewood City Dao Academy had accumulated over the years. Excluding those who had not returned from their travels and those who were in seclusion, there were about three hundred inner sect disciples.
From Wei Yan's point of view, he could not wait for the number of people who signed up. According to his original intention, he would directly use the conscription order to mobilize the strongest thirty people in the entire Maplewood City Dao Academy. This would increase his chances of success. However, the Dao Academy and the City Lord's Mansion were not subordinate to each other. There was no way to resolve the situation.
"Boss, are you going?" Jiang Wang asked Ling He softly. He was actually a little worried because this mission would definitely involve extraordinary powers. Moreover, Ling He and Du Yehu had not opened their meridians yet. It could be said that it was extremely dangerous.
"Of course I'm going." Ling He did not hesitate. He was already one step behind on the path of cultivation. Of course, he would not miss the opportunity to increase his Dao Points by thirty percent. As for the danger? If he was afraid of danger, he should have farmed in the village.
"I'm signing up!" Du Yehu was already shouting. "All four of us are signing up!"
Zhao Rucheng bumped him unhappily. "What are you doing? I still want to go back and catch up on my sleep."
Among them, he was the one with the least fighting spirit. All he did every day was eat and wait for death. Other than relaxing, life was still relaxing.
Wei Yan glanced at them indifferently. Seeing that none of them had successfully laid their foundations, he did not care. He only casually ordered his adjutant, "Record it."
The adjutant said loudly, "The registration period is limited to five minutes. There are twenty-six spots left."
"We cultivators are supported by the country. We should contribute to the country. I'm signing up for this operation. "Following his voice, Li Jianqiu floated in from outside the courtyard.
A disciple of his strength already had a lot of freedom. Not only did he not have to report to the academy every day, he could even refuse a forced conscription of this level. Unless the country was in danger, they would only climb to the top of cultivation. As soon as he appeared, he caused a series of low cries.
"How can we let Jianqiu monopolize the limelight? Count me, Wang Zhangxiang, in. "Unlike Li Jianqiu who walked with his sword, Wang Zhangxiang's temperament was much more peaceful. He was still wearing the linen robe Jiang Wang had seen him in the Hall of Dao Points. His steps were slow and calm.
"With brother Wang and brother Li joining us, this operation will be even more assured!" Wei Yan's cold face also squeezed out a rare smile.
Facing Wang Zhangxiang, who was ranked seventh on the Dao Points Ranking, even he could not be arrogant.
With the addition of Wang Zhangxiang and Li Jianqiu, everyone's enthusiasm to sign up suddenly increased. Very soon, the quota was full.
Apart from Jiang Wang and his three brothers, almost all of the thirty inner disciples had a cultivation base of the ninth rank. They were all Transcendents. This kind of Transcendent force could practically sweep through Maplewood City.
Wei Yan casually took the list and glanced at it. He nodded and said, "You people have some courage. You haven't read scriptures and have lost your humanity. "
Perhaps to him, this was already praise, but the condescension in his tone was still rather unpleasant.
The Ministry of War and the Dao Academy were two different promotion systems. There was cooperation and competition between the two. It was common for them to find each other displeasing to the eye.
Immediately, a disciple said discontentedly, "If senior brother Zhu was here, I wonder if some people would still dare to point fingers!?"
This person was naturally talking about Zhu Weiwo, ranked first on Maplewood City's Dao Points Ranking.
Wei Yan did not get angry. He only raised his robe and walked out of the Dao Academy. "Let's go!"
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