I can't keep a low profile when cultivating immortality; the sixth one is actually myself.

During the banquet, Toyokawa subtly inquired about the current Qingzhou Inspector.

Through the governor's introduction, Toyokawa gained a certain understanding of this Qingzhou Inspector.

This was one of the reasons why he decided to visit the governor first.

Because he was supposed to take over as the Qingzhou Inspector in the next three years.

However, Toyokawa has more to consider and has not yet made a decision.

Firstly, he won't stay in the mortal realm for very long, at most three years.

Secondly, his parents and family all lived in Qingzhou City.

If the current Qingzhou Inspector were to fulfill his duties diligently during his term, he would not actually want to take his place.

The spiritual energy across the entire continent is gradually recovering. No one can say for sure what the future holds for the mortal realm.

Having a dedicated inspector guarding Qingzhou provides an extra layer of security for both the city and his family. He is happy to see this happen.

However, if he acts rashly and rushes to take over the position, he will suffer more losses than gains.

Because it's hard to predict what kind of person will succeed him when his term ends.

This involves enormous risks and uncertainties. Toyokawa doesn't want to gamble!

He would rather go to Quzhou himself than rashly take his place just to be closer to his family.

He would not sacrifice his family's long-term well-being for the sake of fleeting romantic feelings.

However, if he neglects his duties while in office, he will not be lenient with him!

This kind of patrolman is a trap. Who knows, if some evil spirit really comes one day, he'll be the first one to run away.

Therefore, when faced with a cunning and deceitful person, he would rather have an uncertain future than not take their place.

However, from the governor's words, Toyokawa discovered that the patrol officer guarding this place was actually an extremely responsible person.

This meant that he himself had to go to Quzhou to take up the post.

Toyokawa was not at all dissatisfied with the result; in fact, he was very pleased.

This was the ideal outcome he had hoped for.

After Toyokawa left the governor's mansion, the governor helped his wife back to her bedroom.

He took out the pills that Fengchuan had given him, examined them carefully for a moment, and then fed them to his wife.

Once the medicine took effect, the woman immediately began to sweat profusely, and along with it came out small specks of black grime.

More than an hour later, the whole house reeked of a foul stench.

But the governor showed no displeasure whatsoever. He immediately ordered a maid to prepare hot water for the lady to wash herself.

After washing herself, the woman was like a completely different person, full of energy and radiant with joy.

The governor was truly surprised that a pill given to him casually by Toyokawa would have such a therapeutic effect.

I couldn't help but feel extremely grateful to this young nephew, my daughter's junior fellow apprentice.

Then he realized that the kid had given him more than just pills; he had also given him two accessories!

It must be a good item! It needs to be carefully preserved and worn close to the body every day.

"My lord, I feel that the ailment that has plagued me for many years is gone! I feel relaxed and full of energy now."

"This is truly amazing! No wonder it's the work of immortals; such a simple pill can have such a powerful effect!"

The woman said happily.

"Haha, Pingqing, you're finally smiling again! It's so good that you've recovered, hahaha!" the governor said excitedly.

"Hehe, sir, didn't you just say that your nephew Feng Xian came to deliver a gift on behalf of Chu Xia? Where did you put the gift?"

"Madam Governor," Gu Pingqing asked.

"Oh, right, how could I forget about that! Someone, quickly go and fetch the package from the living room table!"

The governor then remembered that his daughter had also sent a gift, and he couldn't help but feel a little excited.

On the other side, after leaving the governor's mansion, Toyokawa got back into his carriage.

It was nearly noon, so they found a tavern and treated Uncle Cheng to lunch.

The two then drove to the homes of Nangong Yue and Du Shaoling, delivered the entrusted items, and then returned.

Both families tried their best to persuade him to stay for a meal, but he declined, saying he had important business to attend to.

Indeed, there are still important matters to attend to, and the other senior brothers and sisters do not reside in Qingzhou City.

He still had to travel to various prefectures and make several trips.

So starting the next day, Toyokawa worked from dawn till dusk every day, busy delivering gifts.

First, he went to Qingyang Prefecture to deliver gifts on behalf of Shangguan Fei.

Then there's Qingyun Mansion, Zhao Yunfei's home.

Next is Qingjiang Prefecture, the home of He Lanxi.

Next is Qingxia Mansion, the home of Sima Jinghong.

Finally, there's Qinghua Prefecture. Why not?

Before parting after each gift delivery, he would give two dust-removing pills to his senior brothers' and sisters' parents, so that they might be healthy and free from illness and disaster.

This is probably the only thing he can do for his senior brothers and sisters. He hopes they can all wait for the day when they return.

In this way, it took nearly half a month to finally complete all the tasks entrusted to him by his senior brothers and sisters.

Toyokawa became quiet again.

Another half month passed before Toyokawa finally gathered his family to discuss important matters.

He then explained his plans to go to Quzhou to take up his post.

After learning about Toyokawa's considerations, his parents, uncle, and aunt all expressed their understanding.

I just want him to come home and visit more often when he has time.

The next day, Toyokawa took Aya and set off early.

Arriving outside Qingzhou City, they found a deserted mountain forest, and the two of them flew straight up to the heavens on their swords.

Heading southwest, after flying for more than an hour, we finally entered the territory of Quzhou.

After finding the right direction, we flew for nearly an hour and finally arrived at Quzhou Central City, Quzhou Prefecture, Quzhou City.

The two entered Quzhou city quietly, hired a carriage, and traveled for an hour before arriving at the Quzhou government office.

It was nearly evening by then, and Fengchuan did not go directly to the government office, but instead found an inn to stay overnight.

Early the next morning, Fengchuan brought Xiaocai to the government office.

After handing over the token and having someone announce his arrival, the governor soon came to greet him in person.

"Oh, Inspector, we've been waiting for you! This is wonderful!"

I am Li Jinwen, the Prefect of Quzhou. May I ask how the Inspector General should be addressed?

Li Jinwen asked anxiously.

"Hehe, greetings, Lord Li. I am Toyokawa, and this is my assistant, Xiao Cai."

Toyokawa replied with a smile.

"Oh, it's Lord Feng! I'm so sorry for not greeting you properly! Please come inside, Lord Feng, let's talk in detail."

After Li Jinwen finished speaking, he led the way. Once they arrived at the living room, they all took their seats.

Toyokawa didn't intend to dwell on it any longer and asked directly:

"Lord Li, may I ask which inspector is currently in charge of the Quzhou Patrol Division?"

"When Feng met Lord Li just now, he seemed to have encountered a thorny matter; otherwise, why would he have appeared so anxious?"

"Oh my, Lord Feng is truly insightful and observant. He saw at a glance that I, Li, have something to ask of him."

To be honest, Lord Feng, the current Inspector of Quzhou, Li Tong, suddenly disappeared half a year ago.

Li dispatched his soldiers and colleagues from the patrol office to investigate, but they found nothing.

However, for some unknown reason, in the past six months, strange demonic afflictions have appeared in many places within Quzhou.

Many of the patrol officers went there, but none of them returned.

Left with no other option, Li had to report the matter to the imperial court.

However, whenever the imperial court temporarily dispatched demon-catching envoys, those demonic scourges would mysteriously disappear.

After this happened several times, the imperial court decided to give up.

But the imperial court ignored it, and the demonic scourge only intensified.

Nowadays, many remote villages and towns within Quzhou are uninhabited.

Many people began to flee to county towns, prefectural towns, and even state capitals.

This demonic scourge is quite severe, with dozens or even hundreds of villagers frequently disappearing without explanation.

"I can't find a trace of them anywhere, that's why I'm so anxious!"

Li Jinwen complained to Feng Chuan.

"Is there any file? Since I have come here to serve as the Inspector General of Quzhou, it is my duty to take charge of this matter personally!" Feng Chuan said with a frown.

“The files are there, but they’re all inside the Inspection Division. Lord Feng will probably have to go there to see them!” Li Jinwen said.

"Well, that's fine. Then I'll head to the Inspection Division first!" Toyokawa immediately stood up and was about to leave.

“Oh dear, Lord Feng has come from afar, and I haven’t even fulfilled my duty as host. How can I let Lord Feng handle the case immediately!” Li Jinwen said.

"It's alright, Lord Li. I appreciate your kindness! Once the demon scourge is eliminated, there will be plenty of time for Lord Li to treat me to a drink!"

Toyokawa said calmly.

"Haha, Lord Feng is so generous! Then I won't keep you any longer! I'll send someone to escort Lord Feng to the Inspection Office right away," Li Jinwen replied with a smile.

Before long, a strong and capable constable came in and led Toyokawa and the other two straight to the patrol office.

The strong, muscular man remained silent the entire way, not uttering a single word, as if he only knew how to lead the way.

After walking for half an hour, we finally arrived at the gate of the patrol office.