My Ironclad System is ahead of schedule.

[Ji Yuan: Um... I want to go out and explore the world.]

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[Mother: Go out and make your way in the world? You've just come of age, don't go astray.]

[Ji Yuan: That won't happen. I've already passed the examination to become a maritime official on the Luofu Immortal Ship.]

He then sent over a photo of his work ID.

Su Yi remained silent for a while after seeing the photos Ji Yuan had posted.

[Mother: Alright, if you have your own ideas, go ahead and try them out. But don't give up on your swordsmanship training. If things don't go well at the Sea Route Bureau, you can always join the Cloud Cavalry.]

[Ji Yuan: Mm-hmm.]

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Just when Ji Yuan thought his mother's questioning had temporarily ended, news came again.

[Mother: By the way, Su Chang will be temporarily transferred to Luofu Immortal Ship in a while. Please take good care of your sister then.]

Upon seeing this, Ji Yuan immediately turned over and got up.

[Ji Yuan: Is Changchang coming to Luofu?]

[Mother: Yes, she can come and stay with you then. By the way, I just killed several pirate groups from the Abundant People and got quite a few spoils. Go and use that money to buy a house for you and Changchang in Luofu. I just messaged Suchang; she'll come straight to you when she gets here.]

This is followed by a large transfer of credits.

Although the Immortal Ship has its own currency, it is more appropriate to use the credits of the Interstellar Peace Company for such long-distance transfers.

When Ji Yuan heard from his mother that Su Chang was also coming to stay, he knew he couldn't refuse her now.

After receiving the transfer, Ji Yuan silently began to calculate how to use the money to buy a house in Luofu.

The house needs to be large enough for both of them, and the location needs to be safe enough, preferably surrounded by Cloud Cavalry and other military forces. More importantly, it needs to be equipped with sufficient defensive and photographic equipment.

Guarantee 100% safety of the house.

"If this money is really not enough, then we can use our parents' pension later."

Ji Yuan thought to himself.

It's a pity I can't use too much, otherwise Su Yi's mother will definitely find out and I'll get a severe scolding.

After thinking it over for a long time, Ji Yuan decided to take advantage of his day off to properly look around the houses for sale.

After thinking it over, Ji Yuan put down her phone and went to sleep.

Chapter 5 Qingni

"Hey Qingni, do you know Ji Yuan, the official in charge of maritime trade at your Tianbo Company?"

Sitting in the Everlasting Marquis's shop, ordering a cup of specialty tea, Tingyun asked her friend sitting next to her, Qingni, a clerk from the Tianbo Company.

A hint of worry lingered on her beautiful face; she rested her cheek on her right hand, indicating that she was quite concerned about the issue.

After delivering the goods to the port, the other members of the [Minghuo] Merchant Guild would take over Tingyun's work. Finally able to relax, Tingyun went to the Never-Night Inn in Xingchahai for a couple of cups of tea. There, she spotted her friend Qingni, and remembering that she also worked at the Tianbo Bureau, Tingyun couldn't resist asking her about Ji Yuan's situation.

What's wrong with this guy?!

Across from her, Qingni was surprised to hear Tingyun say that and waved in front of her.

"You didn't fall in love with that young man at first sight, did you? I heard my mother say that he's not even two hundred years old yet, still a minor. If it weren't for his excellent written test score, he would never have been hired."

Qingni subtly tried to persuade Tingyun.

You need to control your spending well during your younger years.

Although it's legal, it's not exactly ethical to do it.

“If that’s not the case, I was just a little surprised to see such a handsome young man in the Tianbo Bureau tonight, and a proper maritime trade official at that. I’m quite interested in him.” Tingyun interrupted her friend’s wild thoughts. She organized her thoughts for a moment, but ultimately decided not to mention what had just happened.

Whether it's suddenly showing fervent admiration for someone, then quickly cutting ties, and finally expressing concern, if such capricious and chaotic emotional behavior were publicized, it would easily lead to criticism of Ji Yuan.

If everyone talks like this, how will this kid find a girlfriend in the future?

To ruin someone without understanding the truth is something Tingyun would never do.

She looked at Qingni and tilted her head, saying, "Then I want to know about his love life, such as whether he has expressed his feelings for anyone or confessed to anyone."

"Isn't this love at first sight?" Qingni rolled her eyes at Tingyun and muttered under her breath. But she immediately assured Tingyun, "Don't worry, leave this to me. I'll go and find out about it when I get to work tomorrow."

"Okay, please."

Tingyun gently patted Qingni's hand and said happily.

She offered an explanation, but Qingni didn't believe her, so she simply stopped explaining.

Let Qingni think whatever she wants.

After drinking tea for a while, Tingyun said goodbye to Qingni and prepared to go home to rest.

The Orion Caravan still has a lot of goods to process tomorrow, and Tingyun has even more work to do tomorrow.

……

The next day, Ji Yuan arrived at the Tianbo Bureau a little later than usual.

I worked overtime last night. As is customary, it doesn't matter if I come in a little late in the morning during peacetime.

However, upon entering the Tianbo Bureau, Ji Yuan discovered that the usually bustling bureau was significantly less staffed. Upon closer inspection, he realized that many of those missing were officials in charge of maritime trade.

As he was pondering, Qingni, a black-haired fox-woman, appeared before him.

She saw Ji Yuan, took his hand, and walked towards his office. As they walked, she said to Ji Yuan, "Ji Yuan, you've finally come to work. There's still a lot of work to be done with the Maritime Trade Office. I, as a clerk, was temporarily seconded there, and there are many things I don't know at all."

"Qingni, what exactly is going on?"

Ji Yuan asked his colleague.

Qingni waved her hand and complained, "Sigh, don't even mention it. I don't know what's been going on since last night, but goods from Liuyun Ferry keep coming in batches, and the port is almost blocked now. Most of the maritime officials have been transferred there to inspect the goods, and the Tianbo Bureau is really short-staffed right now."

"Okay, I'll get started right away."

Sigh, I wanted to chat with her a little longer, but the chat time was too short and the achievement didn't even appear.

This girl is a real catch!

Her mother was the captain of the Heavenly Ship Bureau, Ji Yuan's direct superior. And most importantly, Ji Yuan had seen a CG image of her mother in his previous life. With an image, she must be an important figure. If her mother was like that, her daughter couldn't be any less.

Picking up the documents, Ji Yuan began working diligently. She opened the unfinished files, filling in and approving each one one by one. Her expression was extremely focused and serious.

Qingni patted her head. She had been so busy this morning that she had forgotten what Tingyun had told her.

Never mind, let's talk about it when we have time later. He's so busy right now, I really don't want to bother him.

Qingni thought to herself, and then went to attend to her own business.

Ji Yuan's work finally came to an end around noon.

"Wait a moment, then head to the cafeteria for lunch." Stretching her neck, Ji Yuan picked up her phone. A text message from Yan Qing appeared on the screen.

[Yanqing: Ji Yuan, I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry. The General gave me a task today, so I can't challenge you to a duel. I'll treat you to a meal to apologize after I'm done with my business.]

Ji Yuan replied immediately

It's alright, I'm the one troubling you. We can have another match when you have time.

A few minutes after it was sent, the message notification sounded again.

[Yanqing: Okay!]

Ji Yuan put down his phone.

Alright, it seems my swordsmanship training plan will have to be put on hold today. Maybe I should go outside and see if I can run into someone I've seen before, so I can learn some of their abilities.

"But we need to plan ahead. We must stay in crowded places and absolutely cannot be alone, otherwise what if something happens?"

He was planning his actions for tonight.

However, before he could even plan his actions for tonight, Qingni appeared in front of him again.

While organizing the documents, Ji Yuan asked Qingni, "Miss Qingni, what's wrong?"

Qingni said to Ji Yuan, "Another batch of goods from the Orion Merchant Guild has arrived at Liuyun Ferry. You are the most relaxed official in the Maritime Trade Office right now, and the Captain wants you to go and handle it."

The captain was Qingni's mother, Yu Kong, but she was always referred to by her official title within the Tianbo Company.

"More goods?"

Upon hearing Qingni's words, Ji Yuan's eyes widened.

What happened today?

He instinctively sensed something was wrong, but he couldn't figure out what it was.

"Who knows?" Qingni shook her head, then comforted Ji Yuan.

"However, the captain said that he would give you a few days off after this shipment has been delivered."

"OK then."

Ji Yuan nodded weakly.

He stood up and immediately set off towards Liuyun Ferry.

Upon arriving at the port, Ji Yuan saw countless goods piled up there. Compared to what was now, the goods from last night were nothing.

Following the directions in the official document, he found the batch of goods he was responsible for.

In front of this shipment, a beautiful fox-girl with bright eyes and white teeth stood gracefully.

The clouds have stopped.

P.S.: I'm officially starting updates today. There will be another chapter later tonight.

Chapter 6: The Step-Off Cyborg

"Miss Tingyun, I didn't expect it to be you again today."