After giving her some instructions, Miao Yi took out a jade archive and handed it to her, "Take this name card to the Chamber of Commerce and invite Luo Ping here."
"Understood!" Lin Pingping took the name card and quickly left.
Luo Ping's Chamber of Commerce was located at the foot of the mountain. It didn't take long for him to arrive with Lin Pingping and exchange pleasantries.
After learning of Miao Yi's intentions, Luo Ping didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He thought Miao Yi had some big business to take care of him, but he actually called him over for such a small matter.
"I'm just trying to see if it'll work." Miao Yi's words made Luo Ping speechless.
Since he was already here, he might as well do it. It was a small matter, and it was easy to do.
Miao Yi only needed to tell Lin Pingping how much she could withdraw and leave behind a certificate. Lin Pingping also needed to stamp her transcendence seal on the certificate to prevent others from impersonating her and withdrawing their items.
And if Miao Yi didn't want Lin Pingping to withdraw her items from the Chamber of Commerce, he could just say the word at any point in the Chamber of Commerce. The message would be relayed and Lin Pingping's withdrawals from the Chamber of Commerce would be stopped in time.
Even though he didn't give much, Miao Yi wouldn't ask Lin Pingping to withdraw her entire year's worth of remuneration. What if she took the remuneration and didn't do anything? It was better to withdraw monthly. At least there would be a limit.
After the matter was settled, Lin Pingping followed Luo Ping to the Chamber of Commerce. When they returned, Lin Pingping brought back two messenger spirit eagles.
The spirit eagles had a circle of colorful feathers around their necks, which were different from the rest of their bodies. They were commonly known as spirit feathers, and were also the most magical part about spirit eagles. As long as a spirit feather was plucked from their neck, they would be able to sense the general direction no matter where you were and find you. Thus, they became the best tool for communication.
The price of a spirit eagle was also determined by the number of spirit feathers on their necks. If all the spirit feathers on their necks were plucked, they would lose their value and no one would buy or sell them.
Miao Yi and Lin Pingping each plucked a spirit feather from their necks. Lin Pingping left one spirit eagle with her so that it would be easier for her to send a message to Miao Yi. Miao Yi also took one with him so that it would be easier for him to communicate with the capital city.
Once everything was settled. Miao Yi and the others left Jade Capital Peak and prepared to return.
Overwhelmed with gratitude, Lin Pingping forcefully escorted Miao Yi out of the capital city. She stood there for a long time, gazing into the distance until Miao Yi and the others had completely disappeared from her sight. Only then did he wipe his reddened eyes, turn around, and gallop back on his dragon steed.
He could not wait to return to his' new home ', the cheapest residence on Jade Capital Peak. There was a small house in a small courtyard.
There was a bedroom, a study, a living room, and a kitchen in the small house. There was also a small pavilion in the small courtyard outside. There was a rockery on the side, a small pond with some ornamental fish, a big tree for shade, and a small flowerbed. There was a spring on the mountain that flowed through the courtyard, making it convenient to fetch water.
Although the place was small, it had all the necessities. It looked very exquisite and very clean. There was even a person in charge of cleaning that was on call. It wasn't a problem for him to live alone. This place was meant for a single person to live in, and it couldn't accommodate too many people.
Even though the environment wasn't as beautiful as the mountain she used to live in, and she even had a group of servants to serve her, it was still much better than the inns outside of Jade Capital Peak. The cave she used to live in was even more incomparable. Most importantly, it was safe to stay here. People from all walks of life wouldn't dare to cause trouble in Jade Capital Peak.
After touring the place, Lin Pingping sat in the pavilion and looked around at the clean and elegant courtyard.
This was the place she would be staying in for the long term. For her sake, the Lord could work with peace of mind. He didn't hesitate to rent this place for the long term. From now on, this would be her home. She would no longer have to run around for a living, and she would no longer have to be looked down upon by her own daughter.
She caressed the jade tabletop. Suddenly, big drops of tears rolled down her cheeks. She covered her mouth and started sobbing.
She felt that it hadn't been easy for her. Born into a prestigious and wealthy family, she used to live a life of luxury and luxury. However, these past few decades … What kind of life had she led?
She had always been cooped up in that dark cave. Not only did she not have a water source, she had to travel a long distance to even go to the toilet. Her life was even worse than that of a commoner, and she had to live in fear every day. There was no lack of scoundrels among the Loose Cultivators who would suddenly barge in and harass her. A cave that didn't even have a door could defend against them. She could only risk her life or live in fear every day.
She thought about how she was forced to find work to make ends meet. The various humiliations gradually made her skin thicker. In the end, she finally forgot about her birth and gave up on her dignity. She could also shamelessly take the initiative to pull open her clothes and reveal her shining white breasts …
She thought about her birth and the shameless things she had done. Not only did she feel ashamed to face her ancestors, she also thought about how she couldn't even take out a small dowry for her daughter's dowry when she got married. She would never forget how her in-laws looked at her at that time.
Now that she no longer had to live those days, Lin Pingping was overjoyed. She finally laid her head on the jade tabletop and cried bitterly. She was crying tears of joy.
Startled by her cries, the spirit eagle in the cage under the eaves let out a cry, waking her up.
She wiped away her tears and remembered that the Lord didn't give her such a good environment to cry here. It was to make it easier for her to work. If she couldn't complete the mission that the Lord gave her well, then she would quickly lose everything.
Lin Pingping took a deep breath. It wasn't easy for her to fight for everything. She couldn't lose it again. She couldn't let the Lord down. As long as she did a good job, the Lord said that he would completely remove her identity as a Loose Cultivator.
She thought about the Orb of Will Miao Yi gave her before he left. She carefully took it out. It emitted a gentle glow on her fingertips. It was very beautiful. How many years had it been since she used an Orb of Will? She had almost forgotten how it felt to use it. She thought that she would never have the chance to use it again before she died. However, this orb belonged to her. As long as she did a good job, she would have it every year.
She carefully kept the Orb of Will close to her body and took out another hundred Gold Crystals. Naturally, this was also what Miao Yi had left for her before he left.
Miao Yi knew that it was impossible to do things without some spare cash on hand. He first left some funds for her so that she could collect it from the Chamber of Commerce every month. He had considered everything that needed to be considered. He told her to look for Luo Ping of the Celestial Nation Chamber of Commerce if she encountered any trouble. He had already informed Luo Ping about this.
She kept fifty Gold Crystals for herself and wrapped the remaining fifty in a handkerchief. Then, she stood up and left the small courtyard.
When she crossed another stone bridge and turned into a small street, she arrived at the small tavern run by her daughter and son-in-law. Her daughter and son-in-law were currently cleaning the tavern and couldn't help frowning when they saw her.
The son-in-law shook his head and sighed, "I was right, wasn't I? I told you to prepare the money in advance, didn't I?"
Her daughter bit her lip and quickly walked behind the counter. She grabbed a small bag and tossed it onto a table. Without even looking at Lin Pingping, she turned her head and said, "Take it."
Lin Pingping didn't take the money on the table. She stood upright and said, "Both of you, come here. I have something to say."
The husband and wife exchanged glances. They realized that her tone of voice was different today. The righteousness of her status was still present. In the end, the two of them walked over with furrowed brows. The son-in-law tried asking, "Do you think it's too little?"
Lin Pingping solemnly warned the two of them, "I know it's not easy for you to run this tavern. Business hasn't been good, and you're barely making ends meet. But shouldn't you also find out where the problem lies? You saw what happened last time. The dishes you made didn't taste very good, and the customers were very dissatisfied. I suggest that you stop your business for a while. Sharpening the knife will not delay the work of cutting firewood. It won't be too late to learn the skills first before you open your tavern. "
Her daughter immediately replied, "That's easy for you to say. Once the tavern closes, what are we going to eat and drink? We have to spend time providing our own power of will every day, unlike you who can loiter around all day. Where would you find the time to learn the skills? If you have nothing to do, you have to come to us to take some food. We don't dare to close the tavern, nor can we afford to! "
Lin Pingping took out the handkerchief and opened it on the table. The fifty Gold Crystals that were revealed were very eye-catching. The husband and wife stared blankly at them.
"This money should be enough to support the tavern for a while. Take care of yourselves."
Lin Pingping didn't say anything else. She turned around and left after she finished speaking. She no longer had to walk out with her head lowered, as if she had done something wrong. Now, she could raise her head and puff out her chest.
After so many years, ever since her daughter got married, she finally brought out her dignity as a mother to lecture her two juniors. As she walked, her eyes were filled with tears.
The husband and wife in the tavern looked at the money left on the table and exchanged glances. Fifty Gold Crystals was equivalent to five hundred thousand White Crystals. To an ordinary person, this was not a small sum. It was enough for them to live for a long time without doing anything...
After the twenty or so steeds arrived at Suppressing Second Hall's territory, Miao Yi parted ways with Tian Qingfeng and the others. Tian Qingfeng and the others had to return to the School of Blue Jade to report on their mission. At the same time, Miao Yi asked them to pass a message to Tong Renmei.
Once they parted ways, Miao Yi led Luo Shuangfei on a journey for a few days straight. They were covered in dust along the way, and finally returned to East Arrival Cave.
The cultivators guarding the entrance to the cave saw them from afar, so they naturally wouldn't stop them. When Miao Yi led Luo Shuangfei straight in, he even cupped his fists and greeted him, "Lord."
Miao Yi simply nodded, and arrived at the side door of the courtyard behind the grand hall. He leaped off his dragon steed and led Luo Shuangfei straight in.
Hearing the commotion, Xue'Er came out to take a look. She exclaimed in surprise, "Lord is back! Lord is back!"
Qian'Er quickly ran out as well. The two of them chattered happily on Miao Yi's left and right.
Luo Shuangfei, who was following behind, glanced at the two women from left to right. He said, "Are these two your personal handmaidens?"
Miao Yi walked into the main hall of the house and sat down. He nodded and introduced, "This is Qian'Er. This is Xue'Er. This is Luo Shuangfei. They will be part of the cave from now on."
Qian'Er and Xue'Er greeted each other. Unexpectedly, Luo Shuangfei scoffed, "Is this how your personal handmaidens look? You're letting the audience down. It's a disgrace to your status. Lord, I advise you to replace them. I will find you two prettier ones later. "
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