The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 681 The city was in an uproar, and thunder roared in the suburbs (Seeking monthly votes~)

"What a coincidence."

Chen Ping'an smiled, and the letter in his hand turned into a wisp of green smoke.

He had just prepared to leave when Gu Qingchan's letter arrived in his hands.

What else could this be but a coincidence?

Chen Ping'an calmed down and focused his gaze slightly.

That evening, Chen Ping'an explained Xuanling's situation to the little girl in the courtyard.

"Is brother going on a long trip?" The little girl's eyes sparkled, with a hint of reluctance in them.

However, the little girl has excellent emotional control, and most people probably wouldn't notice a trace of reluctance in her.

"Yes. I'm going to go." Chen Ping'an nodded.

"When is your brother planning to go?" the little girl asked with concern.

"tomorrow."

"So soon?" The little girl asked, her mouth slightly agape in surprise.

"The arrangements are a bit tight, and the time is a little rushed," Chen Ping'an said gently.

The little girl stared at him blankly for a long time without saying a word.

Just when Chen Ping'an thought the little girl was a bit unhappy, she smiled sweetly and said, "Brother, you have ambitions beyond your borders. Go ahead and do as you please. I'll wait for you to come back."

Good times are always fleeting, and no matter how much you try to hold on to them, time will eventually pass.

Chen Ping'an chatted with the little girl for most of the night, but time couldn't be stopped.

That night, he talked a lot with the little girl, about his studies, the academy, and literature.

"Er Ya, work hard. If you achieve success in your studies one day, your brother might still need to rely on you." Chen Ping'an sipped the Yue Ling wine, his expression slightly flushed.

This was the little girl's coming-of-age ceremony. After her courtesy name was taken, he unusually didn't call her Zhaoheng.

The little girl smiled and agreed, looking at her brother in front of her with a smile on her face and a barely perceptible look of affection beneath her delicate brows.

Above the night sky, the stars were dim and the moonlight was hazy.

Chen Zhaoheng looked up at the moon, his expression dreamy: "Brother, don't worry, I will work even harder to keep up with you."

Early the next morning, Chen Ping'an went to the Canglong Prefecture Garrison and met Ning Zhengyue without any hindrance.

Although he is now retired and at home, to the people of the State Garrison, he is still the powerful figure in the state who is famous throughout Canglong.

As long as his talent remains unchanged, his reinstatement is only a matter of time. He will just have to go through a dark period.

After explaining the reasons and reporting to Ning Zhengyue, Chen Ping'an quickly left the state garrison.

However, when Chen Ping'an left the prefecture's garrison, he encountered a temporary inspection team from the Qiankun Division stationed at the prefecture's garrison.

I don't know if it was just a coincidence, or if they heard that Chen Ping'an was coming and came specifically to see him.

Chen Ping'an remained calm and composed as he walked straight out of the gate of the State Garrison Command in front of everyone.

"See that? That's the Wild Blade!"

"So young!"

"At such a young age, he has already assumed great power; his potential is limitless."

"Pity"

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Chen Ping'an's spiritual sensitivity was so keen that, despite the great distance between them, he could hear their whispered conversations perfectly clearly.

After leaving the State Garrison, Chen Ping'an went directly to the Gu family.

With the groundwork laid in their previous conversation and his need for cultivation artifacts like the Snow Spirit Leaf, as he had expected, the Gu family elders showed no unusual reaction to his trip.

He was simply told to be careful and not to be careless when traveling.

Chen Ping'an naturally responded respectfully.

On the contrary, Elder Lan found the elders' nagging annoying and told them to say less: "Ping An has been cultivating for so long, he's not a child anymore, why say these things? Ping An is no weaker than you old guys now!"

His words left several of the weaker old men in the room blushing and pale, muttering a few words before finally being unable to say anything at all.

Yes, Chen Ping'an is no longer the martial arts upstart he once was. He is now a renowned giant in the state! Even compared to these old guys, he is not inferior.

With the ability to defeat a martial arts grandmaster, what could they possibly worry about on this trip?

In particular, they were even more relieved when they heard that Chen Ping'an would be traveling with Gu Qingchan this time.

"Alright, alright, you can all rest assured now." Old Lan's gaze was gentle, but his words were quite sharp.

"I'm relieved," Elder Heng said weakly.

Seeing these old guys, who had accumulated a lot of prestige, now revealing their true selves in front of him, Chen Ping'an found it amusing.

Compared to the formalities and etiquette of the past, this kind of interaction is undoubtedly more genuine and natural.

Sometimes, excessive politeness and etiquette can actually create distance between people. Being natural and genuine may sometimes feel impolite or embarrassing, but it often makes people feel less constrained and more approachable.

This natural and lively atmosphere is something that rituals and regulations cannot provide.

Amidst a joyful atmosphere, Chen Ping'an left the Gu family.

"Hello, uncle."

"I've met my uncle."

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Along the way, there were naturally many greetings.

Chen Ping'an's reputation as a son-in-law is deeply ingrained in people's minds.

On this farewell, Chen Ping'an did not go to see Gu Qingcheng.

However, gazing at the distant pavilions, he recalled the other person's words: "You gave me a hairpin, now I give you a sword."

When you give someone a sword, do you really just mean giving them swordsmanship?

Chen Pingan didn't know.

But he knew that he now possessed not only swordsmanship, but also the hairpin given to him by Gu Qingcheng.

It has both a hairpin and a sword.

"Counting the quantities, I realized I'm still missing one item. Looks like I'll have to reciprocate with one or two next time I have the chance," Chen Ping'an smiled and walked out of the Gu family home.

After leaving the Gu family, Chen Ping'an left Canglong Prefecture City without any delay.

On his journey to Xuanling, he no longer used a carriage, which made many things much simpler and greatly increased his flexibility.

He had already made arrangements for Xiong Sanrang and the others yesterday.

They will wait for him to return in the city, and they will also handle the liaison with Guan Dongxiang.

Speaking of which, Guan Dongxiang went out to set up a private bodyguard for him, and judging by the time, quite a long time has passed. It's about time he came back.

Although he has now stepped down from his post in Leiming and is now living a leisurely life in the city, it is only a change in position, not in rank. He remains a senior candidate for the position of chief.

The provision of private bathrooms will not have any impact whatsoever.

This is why, even though he is currently unemployed, most of the people in the state garrison still regard him as a powerful figure.

The position itself isn't a big deal, as long as the job rank remains unchanged, it won't fundamentally harm the situation.

The Qiankun Division is now relentlessly pursuing this, hoping to capitalize on Chen Ping'an's momentum and advance his career. Clearly, at this stage, the Qiankun Division is not satisfied with the response given by the State Garrison Command.

Chen Ping'an kept a very low profile as he left the city. However, news of his departure still reached the ears of various factions two or three days later.

"Did Mangdao leave the city? Where did he go?"

"If you're unemployed and not staying home, where have you been?"

"He's really reckless to go out at this critical juncture!"

"A hidden dragon prodigy, he's just that willful!"

"Keep an eye on it, and report back immediately if there's any news."

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Besides the various forces within the state capital, the Qiankun Division also received news of Chen Ping'an's departure from the city.

"Leaving the city at this time? What does that mean? Are you reckless and fearless?!"

"Issue the order to continue urging the State Garrison to provide a response as soon as possible. Also, instruct the inspection team stationed here to work quickly, find any oversights, and expedite the process."

"Yes."

With the assignment of tasks, the Qiankun Division began operating at an extremely fast pace.

Compared to the Zhenfu Division, the Qiankun Division has a more streamlined workforce, but correspondingly, each member is guaranteed a certain level of competence. You could say they have impure motives, but you absolutely cannot say they lack ability.

As Chen Ping'an's nominal superior, Ning Zhengyue was busier than usual in the days following Chen Ping'an's departure from the city.

For several days in a row, many people came to visit, inquiring about the whereabouts of Chen Ping'an, the ruthless swordsman.

However, Ning Zhengyue responded to each of them, brushing them off.

From the perspective of those below him, his current position is unparalleled. He is in charge of the daily affairs of a prefecture's military command, holding a high position and wielding great power, and basically has no worries.

But in reality, only he himself knows the true situation.

The more you interfere in some things, the more constraints you will face.

He can disregard the opinions of his subordinates, but he cannot completely disregard the feelings of those he has daily contact with and official dealings with. Sometimes, he can make a decision on his own, but in doing so, he damages the relationships between them.

He needs to maintain his position as deputy head. He can afford to damage relationships, but he can't keep doing so.

We should still give them the face they deserve. However, each situation needs to be analyzed individually.

Not only others, but even Zhang Zhangsi inquired about Mangdao's departure from the city.

The main questions were about Mang Dao's words and thoughts at the time.

After understanding the whole situation, Manager Zhang let him leave.

"Is it simply a desire to go out for a walk, or is it an expression of dissatisfaction with the current situation?" Zhang Tianyuan pondered, his face showing thoughtfulness.

Normally, he wouldn't care so much about a subordinate. But Chen Ping'an is different; he's not only the only hidden genius in the surrounding provinces.

He is a key figure in the Northern Kingdom, someone they specifically requested to protect; his future potential is absolutely limitless.

In particular, given his current momentum on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, if he has enough good fortune, he might actually become a martial arts master.

Under such circumstances, Zhang Tianyuan naturally took it very seriously.

Upon learning that Chen Ping'an, the "Mangdao," had left, he immediately summoned Ning Zhengyue to find out what had happened.

"It seems that the Qiankun Division needs to take a tougher stance!" Zhang Tianyuan made his decision.

He walked to a window on one side and looked at the continuous rows of palace buildings.

I don't know about the Northern Border Garrison.
What will be the final decision?
However, a self-deprecating look quickly appeared on Zhang Tianyuan's face.

With the Northern Territory's powerful leader, Lady Zhe, involved, there should be no further objections. The only thing to look forward to is the final outcome.

Even within the same rank, different duties result in vastly different levels of status and power.

Chen Ping'an, the valiant swordsman.
Which one will it be?

The city of Thunder has been in turmoil lately, with many things happening.

First, the elder of the Gu family, Fairy Gu with the Ice Soul Divine Needle, personally went to the Thunderous Town Pacification Division. Then, the Thunderous Valley family paid a visit to apologize.

It is said that a Grandmaster of the Gu family returned vomiting blood.

However, most of the stories are just rumors, and outsiders have no way of knowing the truth.

However, the changes in Leiming are undeniable. Especially for many forces, the recent changes in Leiming are no less significant than an earthquake.

Numerous factions were gripped by fear and trembling with apprehension.

"I don't know where this Fairy Gu got such a temper! With one move, she caused a complete upheaval."

"Where did this anger come from? Is there even a question?!" Someone glanced at him sideways. "Isn't this all the work of the Gu family?!"

"You mean," someone said in a low voice, their expression grave as they looked around, "Chen Ping'an?"

"Who else could it be? Do you think everyone's a fool for what the Gu family and the Qiankun Division have been doing?"

"You mean Mang Dao's departure was orchestrated by them?"

"nonsense!"

"This..." Someone looked shocked and wanted to say something.

But the other person quickly stopped her: "Okay, stop talking. I know what you want to say. Let's change the subject."

Similar remarks are common in the community.

Some people are in a position of neither high nor low status, and therefore have no access to truly confidential information, yet they know a little more than the average person. Now that they have learned deeper inside information, they are naturally very excited and are spreading it through various channels.

"Shocking! Senior Gu of the Ice Soul Divine Needle stood up for Mang Daoqiang!"

"The name of the son-in-law of the Mangdao Gu family is well-deserved; he is blessed by the elders!"

"Shocking! The first thing the stunningly beautiful fairy did after emerging from seclusion was..."

"Thunder and earthquake, the weather suddenly changed!"

"Thunderous powerhouse, truly deserving of the title! Senior Gu of the Ice Soul Divine Needle seems to have overpowered even top-tier grandmasters!"

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Similar remarks were heard incessantly throughout the city of Leiming.

"With the grace of a phoenix and the demeanor of a dragon, she possesses a heart as pure as ice in the Ja

Compared to the general public, Feng Wuhen, as a powerful figure in the Thunder Clan, undoubtedly knows more about the inside story.

It was precisely because he knew this that he was even more amazed by Qingchan's actions, and his admiration for her grew ever stronger.

Its movement is as swift as a glacier, its momentum as breathtaking as a startled swan.

From start to finish, it was swift and decisive, without any unnecessary words or maneuvering. Its execution was graceful and masterful, captivating all who beheld it.

"Qingchan."

Feng Wuhen's face showed admiration, and the sword at his waist rang incessantly.

Only now did he realize that Qingchan and Mangdao were the same kind of people; beneath the gentle spring breeze and nourishing rain lay a thunderous force capable of upheaval and upheaval.

The only difference is
Compared to Mangdao, Qingchan undoubtedly possesses far more confidence.

When Qingchan was enraged, thunder roared and trembled. Even a powerful family like the Gu family had to avoid her sharp edge to prevent the situation from escalating.

In comparison, although Mangdao is ambitious and courageous, he is ultimately inferior to Qingchan in terms of planning and timing.

Only such an unparalleled fairy could win the heart of Feng Wuhen.

The mountain pass is long and the road ahead is still long.

perhaps
As his thoughts shifted, the method for stimulating the vital points recorded in the Cloud Hidden Sword came to mind.

It is extremely risky, with a near-certain death rate, but once successful, the rewards are unimaginable.

"Grandmaster Realm." Feng Wuhen's eyes were firm, his face as solid as a rock.

After a long, long time, the resolute look on Feng Wuhen's face gradually faded, turning into a wave of longing and concern.

After the recent Leiming incident, Qingchan finished dealing with those matters, but then disappeared again. I wonder what she's been busy with?

Is he going into seclusion again? Or is there something else going on?
Feng Wuhen's mind was filled with a whirlwind of thoughts, a kind of eager curiosity that made him want to know.

My heart was like a raging torrent, surging and turbulent, but all my longings were ultimately suppressed deep within by the wind.

"Qingchan, wait for me. I will do my best to catch up with you as soon as possible."

Feng Wuhen looked up at the sky and made a silent vow in his heart.

Once he breaks through the barriers and achieves the Grandmaster realm of martial arts, he will be able to look at Qingchan on equal footing.

Only then did he have the courage to speak out about his aspirations.

"The phoenix cries in the nine heavens, and the clouds hide the dust and noise."

Thunder rumbles in the suburbs, amidst green hills and clear waters.

Beneath the rolling mountains, a tranquil green stream flows, surrounded by lush vegetation that exudes a refreshing fragrance.

A woman in a light blue dress, her starry eyes shining, stood quietly by the riverbank.

The woman wore a phoenix hairpin, her hair piled high like clouds; though not elaborate, it was nonetheless beautiful.

Her curves are beautiful, and her beauty is unparalleled.

Whoosh!
A whooshing sound came from the distant sky, and a figure slowly appeared, landing behind the woman.

The woman slowly turned around, a faint smile on her face.

"You came."

"coming."

The light faded, revealing the young man's slender, pine-like figure. He smiled as he looked at the woman before him.

"Senior, you have been waiting for me. I am honored to greet you, Senior Gu."

(End of this chapter)