Xiping City could be said to be as prosperous as Lanyan City. Merchants and travelers were as numerous as the clouds and pedestrians weaved together. The moment she stepped into Xiping City, Lin Muyu had the illusion that this was simply a flourishing city. Of course, after meeting Xu Chuan and the other dragonriders, Lin Muyu would no longer maintain this thought. The Tianji Empire was divided into different levels of governance. The distinction between nobility and lowliness was even stricter. Those who possessed absolute strength were even more cruel and merciless. They viewed human lives as nothing more than trifles.
An extremely luxurious and majestic mansion was located in the center of Xiping City. It occupied an extremely large area and was as luxurious as a palace. This was the Xiping City's City Lord's Mansion. It was also the residence of the provincial governor, Beiming Shuang.
In the depths of the mansion, in the meeting room.
Beiming Shuang had a mustache and sat upright on a carved chair. His cheekbones were a little protruding, but his eyes were full of light. He gently put down the teacup in his hand and said with a smile, "Since First Miss has said so, then Xiping City cannot help the Tianji Sect with this matter. Don't worry. Although one hundred fifth-tier demon spirit stones are a little difficult to obtain, I will definitely gather them for you even if I have to turn the Xiping Prefecture's treasury upside down."
In front of him, a young girl dressed in green sat very calmly. Her delicate and jade-like face made people gasp in amazement at the miraculous creation of the heavens. The heavens and earth could actually create such a delicate and wonderful person.
"Then, thank you, Lord Governor!"
The young girl stood up and bowed elegantly. She smiled and said, "Then, I will return first and wait for the Lord Governor's news."
"Alright, First Miss, don't worry! Guards, send First Miss Sikong off. "
"Yes!"
A few guards waited respectfully outside the door. After the young girl left, her attendants also followed respectfully behind her. Although this was Xiping Prefecture, the young girl's eyes were filled with arrogance. It was as if she did not place Xiping Prefecture in her eyes at all. However, she indeed had the ability to be so arrogant. After all, she was Si Kongyao, the only granddaughter of the Tianji Sect's Sect Leader, Sikong Ming. She was simply the treasure of the entire Tianji Sect.
In the hall, Beiming Shuang was silent.
Behind him, a middle-aged powerhouse with bright eyes said, "My Lord, the Celestial Jewel Sect is going overboard. They didn't even ask His Majesty and directly asked for something from Xiping City. Hmph … the Celestial Jewel Sect's Si Kongyao is looking down on you!"
"Forget it, forget it …"
Beiming Shuang shook his head and said, "Who asked her to be Si Kongyao? That old fellow Sikong Ming treats Si Kongyao like the apple of his eye. The Tianji Sect is the number one sect in the Empire and even the mainland. We can't afford to offend them. Even if they ask His Majesty, His Majesty will still order Xiping City to provide 100 demon spirit stones to her. Forget it … let's get someone to search the treasury. If they can't gather enough, then go to the Chamber of Commerce and buy them at a high price. In short, try your best to satisfy Si Kongyao's requests.
Don't bring unnecessary trouble to yourself. "" Yes, I understand. "
At this moment, a guard's voice came from outside the hall. "Governor, there's someone outside who said he brought the corpse of a Demon King and wants to receive a reward. That person looks ordinary and has no cultivation at all. He must be a swindler. Let me chase him away."
"Swindler?"
Beiming Shuang frowned. "I don't think so. Since he dared to bring the corpse of a Demon King, then let him enter the courtyard. Let's go take a look."
"Yes, Governor!"
Outside the door, Si Kongyao, who had not gone far, frowned and said softly, "The corpse of a Demon King … Who has such great ability to kill a Demon King? Don't go yet. Let's take a look first. "
"Yes, Eldest Lady!" A group of guards nodded respectfully. Among them, there was no lack of Martial Venerables. With such a group of people as guards, one could imagine how distinguished Si Kongyao's status was. Perhaps even the princes of the empire might not have such an imposing manner when they went out.
Accompanied by squeaking sounds, a person drove a carriage into the courtyard. It was Liu Buyi. The Demon King's corpse on the carriage was wrapped in black cloth, and outsiders could not see it clearly.
"Governor, it's this person."
A group of guards surrounded him, all of them looking ready to fight. If it was confirmed that Liu Buyi was a swindler, there was no doubt that he would not end up well.
"This lowly one greets Governor!"
Liu Buyi quickly got off the carriage and knelt on the ground, looking spineless.
Beiming Shuang was a member of the imperial family, so he naturally looked down on people like Liu Buyi who mingled in the Jianghu. He frowned and said, "I heard that you killed the Demon King and even brought its corpse?"
"I didn't kill it."
Liu Buyi said, "It's just that when this lowly one passed by Ai Cao Mountain, I found this Demon King's corpse. The notice of the empire clearly states that as long as you bring the Demon King's corpse, you can receive the reward. Sir, please take a look, this corpse is still intact."
After the cloth was lifted, the Demon King's corpse was revealed. The faint stench made the surrounding people cover their mouths and noses.
Beiming Shuang was silent, and a martial artist at the side frowned and said, "Sir, this is indeed the Demon King's corpse."
Si Kongyao was stunned, and her beautiful eyes were full of surprise. "Xue Ji? This is Xue Ji's corpse. Xue Ji was actually killed? "
Beiming Shuang was stunned. "Missy, who is Xue Ji?"
Si Kongyao smiled and said, "Sir, there are many demon spirits living around Ai Cao Mountain, and they have been in conflict with our Tianji Sect. This Demon King's name is Xue Ji, and the number of people who died in her hands is at least fifty. Hmph, I didn't expect her to be dead now. What a pity, I originally wanted to kill her personally to avenge my sect!"
"So, this is indeed a Demon King." Beiming Shuang was silent again.
Liu Buyi grinned and said, "Lord Governor, according to the announcement, can this lowly one be given a reward now?"
Beiming Shuang was not willing to give the expensive demon spirit stones to a lowly person like Liu Buyi, but there were so many people here. If Beiming Shuang was not willing to hand over the reward, he would definitely become a laughing stock, especially Si Kongyao. She was crossing her arms in front of her chest, and her pair of C cup breasts were protruding. She was smiling and waiting to see him make a fool of himself.
He must not be looked down upon by this little girl!
Beiming Shuang's mouth twitched and said, "Someone, go to the treasury and take out a Demon Venerable's demon spirit stone and 20,000 gold coins worth of gold notes to give to this young hero. In addition, since you have obtained the Demon King's corpse, why don't you stay in the prefecture for a few more days? Take it as a form of hospitality from Xiping City. What do you think?"
Liu Buyi was not stupid. If he really stayed in Xiping Prefecture, he might not even be able to leave alive. He grinned and said, "This … is not very good. I'm just a commoner, so I won't disturb you. Moreover, my friend is still waiting for me. I'll go back after receiving the reward."
"If that's the case, alright then …" Beiming Shuang did not want to force him in front of so many people.
Not long after, a servant came with the reward. It was a thick stack of gold notes and a precious demon spirit stone in a box. The demon spirit stone of a Demon Venerable was quite expensive. It was not something that could be bought with tens of thousands of gold coins.
"Then, I'll take my leave!" Liu Buyi happily took the rewards and stuffed them into his arms. He unloaded the Demon King's corpse, turned around, and drove his horse away.
Beiming Shuang did not say anything. He only signaled his subordinate with his eyes. The middle-aged expert nodded and smiled. He turned around and walked towards the backyard.
"Miss Si Kongyao, I won't be sending you off." Beiming Shuang smiled.
"Alright, thank you for your hospitality, Governor."
Si Kongyao nodded and turned around to leave Xiping Prefecture. A group of subordinates followed closely behind. One of them asked in a low voice, "Miss, where are we going now? Why don't we stay in Xiping Prefecture?"
"Stay in Xiping Prefecture?"
Si Kongyao pouted. "What's so fun about Xiping Prefecture? It's so boring. Besides, Beiming Shuang is a cunning old fox. I don't want to live under his nose."
The guard smiled. "I think that kid who took the Demon Venerable's demon spirit stone will not be able to leave Xiping City alive. Sooner or later, this demon spirit stone will return to Beiming Shuang's hands. The reputation of being the most miserly person in Xishan Province is not just for show."
"Who cares …"
A hint of fatigue appeared on Si Kongyao's beautiful face. She said, "Let's go. We'll find an inn to stay in first. I want to take a good stroll around Xiping City in the afternoon."
"Yes, Miss!"
But the guards did not see the sly smile that flitted across Si Kongyao's beautiful face.
…
At dusk, outside of Xiping City, at the Ten Mile Slope Inn.
Ten Mile Slope was one of the three inns in the north of the city. The accommodation was considered cheap, so Lin Muyu chose this place. When Liu Buyi drove the carriage into the inn, Lin Muyu, who was hiding among the pedestrians, quickly followed. She patted Liu Buyi's shoulder and smiled. "Alright, the demon spirit stone is mine, and the gold notes are yours."
Liu Buyi held the twenty thousand gold notes in his hands. He was already elated. He happily handed the demon spirit stone to Lin Muyu and said, "Young hero, you've really made a fortune. Hahaha, this is great … I, Liu Buyi, have finally made a name for myself. Let's see who in Qing Huang City still dares to look down on me, Liu Buyi. Hmph … When I return to Qing Huang City, I'll buy a big house with four entrances and four exits. I'll have thirty concubines, one every day, once a month."
Lin Muyu said, "There are only twenty-eight days in February. What should we do?"
Liu Buyi was stunned. He sat down on the cold stone floor of the inn's inner courtyard. "Yes, what should we do?"
"Haha, why think so much? Let's eat a good meal first!"
"Alright!"
…
In the blink of an eye, it was late at night. Lin Muyu and Liu Buyi's rooms had all turned off their lights. Not only was Liu Buyi exhausted, but even Lin Muyu felt that she needed enough sleep.
The moonlight was like water. Apart from the sounds of a group of guests gambling in the inn's lobby, everything seemed to be so quiet.
"Shua shua shua …"
Three silhouettes appeared on the roof of the house. All of them had their faces covered, and the steel sabers in their hands glowed with a cold light.
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