System: After the fortune telling, my cultivation level skyrocketed.

In fact, to ensure absolute safety, after acquiring numerous rubbings of the inheritance, he personally reviewed each one, fearing that the contents might be tampered with by the higher-ups of the Jiang family.

Fortunately, he was overthinking it.

Having obtained many of the teachings he desired, Chen Xuan had much more free time afterward.

On the first day, under Jiang Ming's guidance, Chen Xuan visited various parts of the Jiang Clan's inner city, such as the Military Hall, a place where the Black Armor Guards were specially trained.

For example, the Divine Weapon Hall is filled with blacksmiths sweating profusely as they forge weapons. However, none of them are considered magical treasures, but the exquisite weapons they create are considered divine weapons even in a small tribe.

After that came the Valley of Witch Doctors, the Poison House, the Beast Abode, and so on. Apart from the core area where the Crimson Armor Guards were located, Chen Xuan visited almost all the other important locations within the Jiang Clan.

The next day, Chen Xuan awoke from his meditation and, after breakfast, gave Jiang Ning some pointers on sword techniques. The two then left the inner city and spent half a day strolling through the outer city's markets, listening to music in brothels, tasting delicious food, and trying out all sorts of new things.

On the third day, Chen Xuan spent most of the day carefully training Jiang Ning's sword techniques and subconsciously cultivating Jiang Ning's sword heart. The results were excellent, and he had to take a second look at Jiang Ning's aptitude for swordsmanship.

As evening fell, Chen Xuan led the exhausted Jiang Ning out of the Martial Arts Hall, only to see a Red Armor Guard rushing into the Grand Commander's residence.

As the two entered the main gate of the mansion, the red-armored guard, carrying a forbidden token, hurriedly greeted Chen Xuan and his companion before quickly leaving.

Although Chen Xuan didn't speak, Jiang Ning, as a descendant of a core high-ranking member who grew up in the inner city, couldn't help but whisper, "It seems something has happened within the clan, otherwise the Crimson Armor Guards wouldn't have come and left in such a hurry with the forbidden token."

Chen Xuan did not respond, but instead told Jiang Ning to return to her residence and practice the breathing techniques he had taught her.

Jiang Ning bowed respectfully, and then parted ways with Chen Xuan.

Before Chen Xuan even reached the main hall of the mansion, he saw that Jiang Ming had changed his usual style. At this moment, he was wearing a cloak and armor, and carrying a divine weapon, looking like he was about to go out.

Seeing Chen Xuan approach, Jiang Ming said apologetically, "I'm sorry, Brother Chen Xuan, this matter is sudden, and I am unable to accompany you in person."

Seeing Jiang Ming's reaction, Chen Xuan nodded. He didn't delve into it further. After all, if it concerned the secrets of the Jiang family, it would be difficult for Jiang Ming to answer or not answer if he inquired.

Chen Xuan didn't ask, but Jiang Ming spoke up directly.

"Brother Chen Xuan, just as you predicted, the disputed areas under the Jiang clan have recently been attacked by the Ruan, Hong, and Dou clans, and their cultivators have advanced 30 miles into our Jiang clan's territory!"

Chen Xuan frowned upon hearing this.

"Thirty li may not seem like much, but if accumulated over a long period, it could threaten the rule of the entire Jiang clan, causing panic among the tribes under their control."

When Jiang Ming said this, his eyes were sharp, showing a determination to protect the Jiang clan's dominant position at all costs.

"Act within your means and be cautious," Chen Xuan said to Jiang Ming. "The three overlords have joined forces this time, and their momentum is overwhelming. We cannot be careless. If things seem hopeless, we must not act rashly."

Chen Xuan's concern was genuine and without any exaggeration. After all, the fact that he was able to maintain a delicate balance with the Jiang family was largely due to Jiang Ming's irreplaceable contributions.

"Your foolish brother understands, and thanks you for your concern."

Seeing this, Chen Xuan nodded, "Since the host wishes to leave, it is not appropriate for me, as a guest, to stay any longer."

Jiang Ming knew that Chen Xuan was a man of principle, so he decided not to insist and said, "Then Brother Chen Xuan, you can set off with me later."

The disputed area is actually less than 300 miles from Zelin Sea on the map. In other words, if the three overlords advance 300 miles along the edge of Jiang Clan territory, they will come into contact with the Zelin Sea area. This is not the result Chen Xuan wants to see.

"Alright."

Less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, as Jiang Ming entered the clan hall and turned back, the two of them flew towards the garrison territory outside Jiangshan City, with Yao Xue and Jiang Ning watching them with reluctance.

"Uncle Chen Xuan, you must come to see Ning'er when you have time!"

Jiang Ning watched Chen Xuan leave gracefully, his eyes filled with reluctance and longing. If he could become a disciple, he could leave with his master to cultivate. What a pity.

"Ning'er, there's plenty of time in the future. Your benefactor will definitely come to see you again during the next transaction."

Only after Chen Xuan and Jiang Ming's figures completely disappeared from sight did Jiang Ning rub her eyes and wipe away her tears. "Yes, Ning'er understands, Mother."