Once I enter the pass, great Confucian scholars will surely debate the classics for me.

Upon hearing this, Butler Qiu assumed that Zhou Qingfeng was young and obsessed with power. After all, the feeling of wielding great power and having no one dare to disobey his orders is a man's eternal obsession and an irresistible temptation.

So Butler Qiu put his arm around Zhou Qingfeng's shoulder and patted him, and together they walked slowly to the door. He said earnestly, "Qingfeng, don't be greedy for power and position. A mere Night Patrol Division is not worth your time."

"From now on, you need to focus your mind on cultivation. Your cultivation level is too low. Even if the madam wants to give you important responsibilities, your personal strength is too weak, and you will not be able to handle it."

"Right now, the most important thing is to complete the Thunderfire Refining Hall as soon as possible."

Zhou Qingfeng nodded and said, "Uncle De, I understand. I am not obsessed with power and position, but I really want to do things as well as possible and not leave any regrets. I hope Uncle De will let me be the chief for one more day."

After a moment's hesitation, Steward Qiu finally agreed: "Alright, go ahead. I will report this matter to Madam. However, you must return to the manor before tomorrow morning and not interfere with the work of the new head of the department."

Zhou Qingfeng clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying, "Yes, Uncle De."

After a brief pause, Zhou Qingfeng said, "Uncle De, the Dream Fulfillment Organization is incredibly audacious. What should we do with them?"

Butler Qiu smiled gently: "Madam has already taken care of it."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qingfeng cupped his hands and said, "Understood."

Butler Qiu liked Zhou Qingfeng's quick-wittedness: "Go ahead, and come back soon."

Zhou Qingfeng bowed and took his leave, exiting the council hall. On his way out of the mansion, he looked thoughtful. It seemed that the existence of the Dream Fulfillment Organization had been approved by the Madam, and that the Madam must have punished them in private.

So let's call this matter to a close. Continuing to entangle it will only bring trouble.

……

In just a few hours, the City Lord's Mansion had already arranged for a new Director to take up his post. He was also a Devouring Fiend cultivator, and he was accompanied by two Devouring Fiend cultivators who served as captains. It was said that they were transferred from the Lady's personal guard.

After all, there is currently a power vacuum in the Night Patrol Division, and core management positions cannot remain vacant for even a day. If there is a vacancy, someone must be arranged to fill it immediately, otherwise, if the Night Patrol Division falls into chaos, even the Sword Tower will not be safe.

When Zhou Qingfeng returned to the Night Patrol Division, he first visited the old cripple.

The old cripple laughed and said, "This is a good thing. The city lord only sent you to the Night Patrol Division to gain experience. How could he let you stay in such a small place as the Night Patrol Division forever? A genius like you has a wider world waiting for you."

Zhou Qingfeng said, "Mr. Liao, although I'm leaving, I'll have Jin Wei bring you food. Mr. Liao has a leg problem, and if I have the chance in the future, I will definitely find you medicine to treat your leg ailment."

Zhou Qingfeng maintained basic respect for the mysterious and powerful figure before him, and even tried to cultivate a good relationship with him. Because he was weak, having a good relationship with a powerful person would open up more paths for him, which was beneficial in every way.

Upon hearing this, the old cripple shook his head slightly: "No need. My leg's soul was eaten by the gods. The loss of my soul cannot be cured by medicine. My disability is something that cannot be changed."

"Unless you can retrieve the soul from the belly of God's thigh."

Zhou Qingfeng was moved and was about to say something, but was interrupted.

At this moment, Jin Wei ran over, cupped his hands and said, "Commander, you're finally back. I can finally rest easy. You asked us to investigate Agou's whereabouts, and now we have results. He disappeared after leaving the city and we can't find any trace of him."

Zhou Qingfeng waved his hand: "No need to investigate anymore, Ah Gou is most likely already dead."

Jin Wei was taken aback: "Why?"

Zhou Qingfeng did not answer. When he was reading Feng and Yun's diaries, he discovered that Agou was actually Lu Sifu's nephew. From the moment he found out, Zhou Qingfeng guessed that Agou had died as a result of Feng and Yun's revenge.

Aside from a little regret, I didn't feel anything else.

The old cripple, having overheard the two discussing Ah Gou's life and death, made no attempt to mention Ah Gou, for in his eyes, the kind-hearted Ah Gou was already dead, and the only one alive was the Dog Taoist who had lost all his memories.

Jin Wei cupped his hands and said, "Oh, right, there's one more thing. The vampire has been caught."

Zhou Qingfeng said, "Oh? Who arrested him?"

Jin Wei said, "The new head of the department and two new captains joined forces to capture him, and then discovered that the perpetrator was a vampire."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qingfeng nodded, turned around, clasped his hands in farewell to the old cripple, and then stepped out of the archives. Strictly speaking, he no longer had the right to interfere in the affairs of the Night Patrol Division.

There's no need for me to get involved in the affairs of the new head of the department and the new head of the banner.

Jin Wei followed behind him out of the archives. Zhou Qingfeng stopped in the courtyard, turned around and looked at him. Jin Wei looked puzzled, not knowing what Zhou Qingfeng wanted to do.

Zhou Qingfeng said calmly, "Work hard, and I'll transfer you to my side if I have the chance in the future."

Upon hearing this, Jin Wei was overjoyed: "Thank you, Commander."

After Zhou Qingfeng left, Jin Wei's life became much less comfortable. After all, Zhou Qingfeng was his protector and his superior. With a new emperor comes a new court, and Jin Wei was lucky if he could continue to coast along.

However, with Zhou Qingfeng's words, Jin Wei had hope, because he believed that with Zhou Qingfeng's talent and ability, he would shine brightly wherever he went, and would only go to a better platform than the Night Wanderer's Office.

If you have the chance to get involved with someone, that's like your ancestors' graves emitting auspicious smoke.

Jin Wei suppressed his joy and leaned closer, saying, "Commander, I've saved up over two million coins for you. What do you think..."

Zhou Qingfeng raised an eyebrow and said, "Keep it safe and don't spend it recklessly. Also, don't tell me it's for me. This money has nothing to do with me. Watch your mouth and don't cause me any trouble."

Jin Wei quickly slapped his mouth: "Yes, yes, it has nothing to do with you. However, next time you leave the manor, remember to come and find me. I have prepared a surprise for you. You might as well look forward to it. I will definitely not disappoint you."

Zhou Qingfeng smiled and said, "Alright, I know you're loyal. I'm leaving, but I won't forget to arrange a proper place for you. Starting today, you'll be in the archives to keep a low profile and also take care of Mr. Liao."

Jin Wei asked, puzzled, "Huh?"

Zhou Qingfeng patiently explained, "Staying in the archives will do you no harm. Don't underestimate Mr. Liao just because he seems ordinary. He's actually a master. If he's willing to give you a word or two of pointers, you'll be incredibly lucky."

"Besides, the newly appointed head of the department and the head of the company have no past relationship with me and will not care about my reputation."

"A new broom sweeps clean, and the Night Patrol Bureau will soon see a change of power. If this fire were to burn you, even if I wanted to help you, I wouldn't be able to reach you from this distance."

"So your best place is the archives. Stay there obediently for a while, and when the opportunity arises, I will immediately transfer you to my side. Do you understand?"

Jin Wei nodded repeatedly: "Understood, Commander, I know what to do."

Zhou Qingfeng hummed in agreement: "Go ahead and get busy. I have some small matters to attend to and must return to the manor before tomorrow, so I won't chat with you any longer."

Upon hearing this, Jin Wei bowed and took his leave.

Zhou Qingfeng watched Jin Wei's retreating figure. He wouldn't easily give up Jin Wei, his moneybag. After all, it wasn't easy to find a trustworthy subordinate who could make money and fight, and he was quite comfortable using him.

Such a money bag isn't something you can just grab off the street and pawn.

Therefore, it is necessary to reassure them before they leave and give them hope for promotion.

Of course, it can be stabilized in the short term.

Over time, other thoughts inevitably arise.

After all, time is a catalyst for thought, and no one can remain consistent in the face of time.