The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 722 Shocks All Sides, Azure Dragon Grand Ceremony (Bonus Chapter for 15000 Votes in September)
"Did you hear that?"

"what?"

"Your information is way behind the times."

"Get to the point, stop with the nonsense!"

"What's your attitude?"

"Stop talking nonsense and speak!"

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"Say or not?"

"I give up. News about the Savage Blade!"

"what news?"

"Chen Ping'an, the 'Wild Blade,' has been promoted to the position of Deputy Commander!"

"What!?" Inside the restaurant, a round-faced man stared in shock, his eyes wide.

"Deputy Chief!!!"

Following the announcement from the Canglong Prefecture Garrison Command, the news of Chen Ping'an's promotion spread throughout the entire Canglong Prefecture at an extremely rapid pace, and then to other cities at an unimaginable speed.

It wasn't entirely due to the independent spread of information from various parties; the local military command also played a role in its promotion.

A notice was issued to all parties and a proclamation was sent throughout the prefecture.

This is no joke.

In Canglong Prefecture, a new notice was posted in front of the Zhenfu Division. All city officials, regardless of their status, who were registered with the Zhenfu Division, learned immediately of the addition of another top-tier figure to the prefecture's Zhenfu Division.

Meetings were held immediately in both the outer and inner city, as well as in all districts and alleys, to disseminate the information.

Centered on Canglong Prefecture City, the official roads were filled with fast horses rushing to deliver messages.

Traveling day and night at breakneck speed, they aimed to spread the news throughout the state as quickly as possible.

"Urgent message from the governor: Open the city gates immediately!"

"Important matter from the Governor's Office, send a proclamation to the entire prefecture!"

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The horse galloped swiftly, and the messenger called urgently.

News of Chen Ping'an's promotion spread rapidly.

Guangyuan City, Guangyuan Garrison Command.

"Gentlemen, I have some news to announce. Urgent news from the capital: effective today, another great figure has been added to the ranks. Lord Chen Ping'an has been promoted to Deputy Commander of the Canglong Prefecture Garrison! We congratulate Lord Chen!"

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In the alleys of the city, a group of burly constables, dressed in fish-scale uniforms, with solemn expressions, looked at the many constables attending the routine meeting and spoke in a deep voice.

"Gentlemen, today we will take a half-day off to celebrate the magnate of the state!"

Those below them have never cared about changes in those above them. But they will remember that they have a half-day off today.

"Thank you, Your Excellency!" The crowd was excited and shouted enthusiastically.

The news spread, reaching the borders of the state. Naturally, the various factions within Canglong State City learned of this almost immediately.

"What? Chen Ping'an got promoted?"

"How did he get promoted so suddenly?! What did he do? Investigate immediately!"

"A sudden promotion without any warning, is there something that hasn't been investigated?"

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The Azure Dragon's residence in the Qiankun Division.

"Chen Ping'an promoted? Are you kidding me? How long has it been since our impeachment case? And now you're promoting him?"

"What does the Zhenfu Division mean?"

"A provocation, a serious provocation!"

"Silence! Report to the lord immediately!"

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The Azure Dragon Royal Family.

"The 'Wild Blade' has been promoted? What happened?"

"Reporting to Elder Zong, according to what we learned at the Zhenfu Division, Mang Dao must have killed a master of evil cultivation."

"A master of heretical arts?" an elderly man with gray hair and beard asked. "Who?"

"Golden Circle Protector!"

"what?"

The Xue family of Canglong.

"The Savage Blade has been upgraded!"

"How could this be so sudden? There was no prior warning at all."

"The order issued by the Northern Garrison Command was not reviewed by the State Garrison Command, so it's normal that we didn't know about it!"

"Normal?! You're always so slow to react, how can you compete with the Gu family? Tell me, what exactly happened?!"

"Breaking news! Chen Ping'an, the 'Wild Blade,' has killed a top-tier Grandmaster of the evil path, the Golden Circle Protector, in Xuanling Prefecture!"

"What!? Killed a top-tier Grandmaster!? Mang Dao..." An elder of the Xue family was stunned, and slumped into his chair.

The old woman with the "Mangdao" was shocked, her face showing amazement and disbelief.

At less than twenty-seven years old, he killed a top-tier Grandmaster.
What a prodigy!

After finishing his business at the family's treasure pavilion, Mu Chenjie was on his way home when he suddenly heard the news that Chen Ping'an, the ruthless swordsman, had been promoted.

"The Deputy Commander of Canglong Prefecture?"

Mu Chenjie was stunned, and stood there frozen in place.

The Azure Dragon Wood Family.

Mu Qingyao had just finished a day of cultivation and was about to go outside for some fresh air when she heard the news of the newly promoted deputy head of the State Garrison.

"Deputy Chief?"

Although she didn't know much about the Canglong Prefecture's Zhenfu Division, she did know that as the central authority of a prefecture and a true violent institution, anyone who wanted to become the deputy head had to be at least a martial arts grandmaster.

Grandmaster, that's a truly top-tier figure!
Mu Qingyao was curious, but before she got close, she heard the name of Mang Dao Chen Ping'an.

"Chen Ping'an"

Mu Qingyao froze, her bright eyes widening in disbelief as she stood rooted to the spot.

Canglong Outer City, South District, Qinghe Lane.

A small, clear river flows through most of the alley, providing convenience for the neighbors. People often wash their clothes in the river.

At the edge of the alley, there is a rather elegant little courtyard.

It's called a small courtyard, but there's actually one in the front and one in the back. The front is a large courtyard, full of colorful and vibrant flowers. The back is a small courtyard with lush green bamboo, full of life.

A lovely little girl was tidying up the yard. She seemed to be in a very good mood and was humming an unknown, beautiful melody.

This is something she just learned from her older sister yesterday.

My older sister seems to know everything; whenever they want to learn something, she always comes up with something new.

With a creak, the courtyard gate opened.

You'er glanced warily toward the courtyard gate, then relaxed when she saw the familiar figure.

"Sister Zhilan."

You'er greeted them.

"You'er." A young girl in a dress entered, a gentle smile on her face.

"Sister Zhilan, what's going on outside?" You'er asked in confusion, "Why is it so lively?"

Although she was at home, she could still hear some noises outside. Every now and then, the sound of a gong would ring out.

"Yes, something has happened." Zhilan walked into the house, preparing to put down the things she had just bought: "It's something serious."

"Something big?" You'er tilted her head and blinked. "What's so big?"

Zhilan entered the room and saw her sister in the next room. Her sister was wearing a light-colored long dress, with an elegant posture, and was reading a book.

A strand of black hair falls onto her cheek, giving her an ethereal and refined air, like a beautiful painting depicting a peaceful and serene moment.

Not daring to disturb her, Zhilan made a shushing gesture and walked outside.

"Sister Zhilan, tell me, what is it?" You'er followed curiously out. "This little girl is really curious." Zhilan smiled and patted You'er's head, fiddling with her hair: "I wonder who she takes after."

"Tell me, tell me!" You'er pouted, her lips trembling. "You're just curious!"

"It is a big matter, but it has nothing to do with us. It's just that a new deputy commander has been promoted in the State Garrison Command," Zhilan said with a smile.

"Deputy Commander?" You'er tilted her head, her delicate nose wrinkling slightly. "That sounds impressive."

"Silly girl!" Zhilan couldn't help but flick the other's nose: "How could she not be amazing? She's the deputy head!"

"How powerful?" The little girl slapped the other person's hand away: "More powerful than Zheng, the constable of Qinghe Lane?"

She heard about Officer Zheng from the neighborhood aunties; Officer Li, who patrolled the streets daily, was the most imposing person she had ever seen. But according to the neighbor aunties, Officer Li was nothing compared to Officer Zheng.

The neighbor lady spoke in a very vulgar way, but she remembered it. It seemed that above Li Bantou was someone called Cha Tou, and above Cha Tou were people like Supplementary Cha Tou, Deputy Cha Tou, and then Zheng Cha Si.

After going through this chain of relationships, she felt that Zheng Chasi was a very, very capable person.

Her sincere question had barely left her lips when she saw Zhilan cover her mouth and laugh: "You'er, how can you be so cute?"

"What's wrong?" You'er blinked, confused.

"The Deputy Commander is a very important figure. Zheng, the constable, is nothing compared to him! Zheng is powerful here, but he's nothing in the South City. The highest-ranking official in the South City is just so-so once he enters the outer city. However, any one of the Deputy Commander's subordinates can control the highest-ranking official in the outer city!"

You'er listened intently, her eyes wide open.

"Now you understand, right?" Zhilan couldn't help but pinch You'er's cheek.

"Mmm-hmm-hmm." You'er nodded vigorously.

Although she couldn't understand what Sister Zhilan was saying, it sounded incredibly impressive.

"Sister Zhilan, he's so amazing! What's his name?"

"Hmm, let me think." Zhilan recalled, "It seems to be called... Chen Ping'an, yes, I remember now, it's called Mangdao Chen Ping'an!"

As soon as she finished speaking, a slight noise came from inside the small building through the window, which seemed to be the sound of a book falling to the ground.

"It's over!"

Zhilan was startled: "I'm sorry to have disturbed you, sister."

She turned her head and saw that a graceful woman was standing at the window.

The woman wore a light-colored long dress, with an elegant figure, a refined temperament, and an exceptionally beautiful face.

"Zhilan," the woman called softly.

"Sister, I'm here." Zhilan felt a pang of remorse, as if she had committed a terrible crime.

Knowing full well that it would bother her sister, she still spoke so loudly!
Really are.

"Tell me about him." The woman's gaze softened, and a hint of reminiscence appeared on her serene face: "Him."

"what?"

Zhilan was stunned, wondering if she had misheard.

This was the first time she had heard her sister express interest in men since she had known her.

No, that's not right!

This must be the second time.

Previously, she had also seen a man appear in her sister's room for the first time.

Zhilan's mind went blank as her thoughts drifted aimlessly.

You'er stood to the side, looking at Sister Zhilan and then at Sister Yunmeng, her eyes darting around.

Looking at Sister Yunmeng's expression, she always felt that there was some story they didn't know.

At this moment, You'er's gossipy nature was aroused.

She was very curious about what kind of past a woman like her sister might have.
hum~
A glimmer of light flashed and shone, illuminating Chen Ping'an's face, making it appear profound and inscrutable.

The light dimmed, and Chen Ping'an slowly opened his eyes.

With a thought, a golden finger panel appeared in front of him.

"After a few days, I have made some progress again!"

Chen Ping'an looked satisfied and slowly stood up from his seat.

Several days have passed since his promotion. He is currently in the official residence of the Canglong Prefecture Garrison.

This was also the first time he had officially owned a public house within the state garrison.

As a top figure in the Canglong Prefecture's Zhenfu Division, his official residence is now completely different from what it used to be. Although he has not yet been formally appointed to a position, given his current influence, it is only a matter of time.

Zhang Tianyuan treated him without any mistreatment. The entire public housing was decorated and furnished to the specifications befitting a powerful deputy director.

If Chen Pingan dislikes any of the arrangements, he can obtain funding through special channels to adjust them according to his preferences.

Chen Ping'an stood by the window and looked down. From here, he could see most of the Zhenfu Division. In the distance, he could also see the grand scene inside the prefectural city.

It is worth mentioning that the public housing building where he is now is the former office of Li Wusheng.

All causes and effects are predetermined.

Every bite and sip is thought-provoking.

Standing by the window, Chen Ping'an's mind was racing. Although he didn't have a formal job now, he was still on official business as usual. However, he had plenty of free time on weekdays.

Under normal circumstances, he should use this free time to move around more, to build relationships for future job opportunities.

However, Chen Ping'an had no such thoughts; he devoted most of his free time to cultivation.

In the past few days, Qingyang Blood Refinement and Taixu Wind Control have both made some progress. In addition, he has also deepened his research on the Myriad Demon Blood Restriction and is in excellent condition.

As the newly appointed deputy commander of the Canglong Prefecture Garrison, Zhang Tianyuan arranged a grand welcome meeting on his first day in office.

During the event, there was much encouragement and strong support, sending a very strong signal.

Many of his colleagues, all shrewd individuals within the system, naturally displayed an attitude of unparalleled enthusiasm towards Chen Ping'an, cultivating good relations with him on numerous occasions.

Among them were former superiors, such as Ning Zhengyue, the Five Thunder Transformation Master, and the former Deputy Master of the Rushing Flow Palm, whom they once looked up to.

The aftermath of the Long'an turmoil seems to be far from over. Chen Ping'an did not see Yao Guang at this meeting.

"Lord Chen, this meeting has been quite fruitful. Once the official appointment is issued, our department will host a banquet to celebrate for you!" Zhang Tianyuan said in a deep voice, his face beaming with joy.

"Thank you, Your Excellency." Chen Ping'an naturally maintained a proper demeanor in public.

In addition to the corresponding welcome meeting, with Chen Ping'an's promotion to deputy commander, his authority within the Canglong Prefecture Garrison Command has also been significantly enhanced.

With the Treasure Vault Exchange Book, you can view the treasures of the State Garrison Command's treasury anytime, anywhere. Access to corresponding secret documents will be upgraded, allowing you to view even more confidential information.

This was exactly what Chen Ping'an wanted. Whether it was researching matters related to the Evil Path or anything else, it would be quite convenient for him.

His original carriage, adorned with black jade patterns, was changed from six horses to eight. Eight horses pulling the carriage together represented the grandeur of a top-tier tycoon in the state.

In addition, his original quota of twenty private guards was adjusted to thirty, which were funded and supported by the Zhenfu Division and were assigned to him alone.

This matter reminded Chen Ping'an of Guan Dongxiang, who was still busy recruiting private bodyguards for him.

I wonder if he'll feel like the sky is falling when he hears this. The task he was so close to completing has suddenly changed its requirements.

In addition to these adjustments in power, Chen Ping'an's original seal became more ornate, adorned with numerous exquisite carvings, representing his status as the Deputy Commander of the Azure Dragon Garrison. His identity pendant was also replaced with the Deputy Commander's Mystic Token.

After the welcoming meeting, Zhang Tianyuan formally bestowed upon the deputy head a complete set of clothes, from a jade crown to robes and cloud-patterned shoes.

Based on Chen Ping'an's judgment, this complete set should be no less valuable than ordinary divine weapons.

It must be said that the Zhenfu Division really treats the top tycoons in the state quite well.

He's only just been promoted, yet he's already reaping so many benefits.

However, with Chen Ping'an's current perspective, the value of a mere ordinary divine weapon is no longer of interest to him. What truly catches his eye must be at least a top-tier divine weapon.

"I've had a pretty good few days."

Looking at the scenery in the distance, Chen Ping'an smiled.

There are no trivial matters or thorny tasks; one can simply cultivate and refine in peace and quiet, transforming one's foundation.

Although such days can get boring after a while and you need to do other things to change things up, in the short term, this kind of experience is quite nice.

He looked down over the city from top to bottom. He could see crowds thronging the streets, shoulder to shoulder, a scene of bustling prosperity.

The city of Canglong Prefecture is becoming increasingly lively.

The Azure Dragon Ceremony officially begins tomorrow!

Chen Ping'an gazed out the window, a hint of anticipation on his face.

At the Azure Dragon Auction, among the final items was rumored to contain a legacy of swordsmanship.

If we can get endorsement, we should also mention our apparent combat strength.

Besides, after accumulating for so long, it's time to properly use it up.

(End of this chapter)