The Immortal Seeker: Legend of Bronze Mirror
Chapter 262 - 130: Proposing Marriage and the Portrait of Chongyang (Seeking Subscriptions)_3

Chapter 262: Chapter 130: Proposing Marriage and the Portrait of Chongyang (Seeking Subscriptions)_3

King Lin laughed, "I do have the intention, it just depends on whether Xu Gongming agrees or not."

Lei Juren chuckled, "You, Xu Gongming, and Monk Yan Kong, the three great Refining Internal Masters, who among the nobles of Jiangning Prefecture could withstand you? Luckily, Lei has always known the times. Otherwise, this time I would have definitely been sold out by these old geezers and used to take the hits for them."

King Lin replied with a smile, "Xu Gongming never shortchanges his own people. If you contribute the Lei family’s dye workshop as a share, you will definitely earn much more than before. How about it? After today, there will be no share for you in this business."

Lei Juren said, "I have been waiting for you to say that. I’m not skilled in management, but the dye workshop has always been staffed by experienced old hands from the Lei family. Whether they stay or not, they must not be mistreated. Otherwise, I’ll take people to your island and eat you out of house and home."

King Lin chuckled, "I fear you wouldn’t dare come, my young friend."

Lei Juren laughed heartily, "Being a Military Scholar was never interesting to begin with. If it weren’t for my entire family, I would have long sought carefree adventures on the seas with you."

King Lin smiled lightly, "Old Lei, I do like your spirited nature. Enough talk. As brothers, we’ll show our true colors through our actions."

With a bow, a gust of wind lifted the curtain of his carriage, and then he disappeared from sight.

Lei Juren watched with great envy.

He was also a man of extraordinary talent, but until now, he had not broken through to the Refining Internal level, so he greatly envied King Lin.

Rank and wealth are but passing clouds.

As one ages, one realizes that a good body is stronger than anything.

...

News about the land survey of the Jiangning Prefecture fields quickly spread among the common people.

So, those villagers clamoring to submit their lands to Xu Jieyuan stopped, along with the idea of attaching themselves to a master.

Previously, they wanted to be slaves or envied those who could be slaves.

This time, with a way to live well without being slaves, everyone naturally wanted to wait.

Furthermore, the land survey would involve all the nobles and scholars. Even if they submitted their lands now, they might be investigated and possibly punished later.

Besides, it was Xu Jieyuan who proactively proposed it.

The villagers celebrated among themselves.

They were the most aware of the benefits of the land survey. Even if only a part was implemented, it would reduce the many undue burdens placed on them.

For the clerks of the Government and County Government, it was not good news.

For them, exploiting the poor masses was not only beneficial but also a display of authority and an opportunity to strut their power. If the land survey were successful, their sense of superiority towards the lower-class commoners would naturally decrease a lot.

No wonder there was disgruntlement.

Most of the clerks in the Government Office were opportunists who depended on Xu Qing. At this point, influenced by some of the local gentry, discontent was inevitably brewing.

Xu Qing was well aware of this but let them harbor their grievances.

And at this critical time, instead of soothing their feelings, he set off for Yingtian Prefecture with Xie Quan.

Thus, within Jiangning Prefecture, the public debate over the land survey became even more intense.

Xu Qing’s group, crossing Qixia Mountain and passing the tax barrier, sailed the government boat on the boundless Black Water Lake. Xie Quan recited leisurely, "Empires rise and fall throughout the ages, indifferent and endless, just like the Yangtze River flows on."

Xu Qing approached him, smiled gently, "How could the Teacher have such refined taste without wine? Allow me to catch you a large fish to accompany your drink."

He went to the side of the boat, summoned the Divine Soul Power, a gust of cold wind swept out from him, and the lake water surged up, encapsulating a several-feet-long black fish, which landed on the deck.

Many of the soldiers aboard the boat were stunned.

This is Xu Jieyuan? Not only is his Martial Arts astonishing, but his Dao Skills are also terrifying.

Xie Quan, equally shocked, was already aware of Xu Qing’s Refining Internal abilities in Martial Arts, but he did not expect Xu Qing to possess such astounding Dao Skills.

Xu Qing then drew his Feather Robe Blade, killed and bled the fish, removed the innards, sliced the meat, and during the process, ordered someone to bring over a copper stove.

Aside from his amazement, Xie Quan also enjoyed a hearty meal with Xu Qing.

Furthermore, Xu Qing caught several more large fish, so the other soldiers also got a share of the meat.

While eating the meat, Xu Qing regretted not learning the Dao Skills of the Luo Sect’s True Void Great Handprint; otherwise, summoning the Divine Soul Hand and catching an old soft-shelled turtle in Black Water Lake would be no difficult task.

Xie Quan clearly heard the boast in Xu Qing’s words but believed even more in Xu Qing’s ability to achieve great things.

With such martial prowess and scholarship, possessing the freedom to roam, attack, or defend at will.

Truly a young hero on whom "Heaven places great responsibilities."

Having encountered such a young and outstanding hero in his wandering life was indeed fortunate.

Xie Quan couldn’t help but compare Xu Qing to Sun Bofu of Jiangdong, a young and valiant hero of the past.

The difference was that Xu Qing’s strategic considerations were profound, perhaps not much less than Sun Ce’s younger brother, Sun Quan.

What a pity.

If in times of chaos, with Xu Qing’s capabilities, at the very least, he could dominate the Southeast and watch the world’s vicissitudes with a smile.

Fortunately, with Xu Qing’s abilities, he would surely make significant achievements even in peaceful times.

However, there have indeed been too many formidable figures throughout history. The Grand Ancestor Emperor from the previous dynasty, second son of the Li family, raised troops at the age of seventeen and swept across the world in just a few years.

Since the beginning of the current dynasty, there have been prophecies stating that the descendants of the ’Yu’ would be of the Li Clan.

Even though the Grand Ancestor Emperor did not believe it, he had always been particularly harsh against Li-surnamed court officials.

Fortunate for Xu Qing, who bears the Xu surname, otherwise such an outstanding young hero would have given others one more reason to criticize.

On the journey, they safely arrived at the Imperial Censor’s office.

Currently, Mr. Feng was residing in the inner residence.

A proper proposal required choosing an auspicious day.

For now, it was an informal visit from the future son-in-law.

Under the guise of Xie Quan visiting an old friend.

It’s just fooling oneself.

Mr. Feng, the Inspector, warmly greeted Xie Quan, and after some pleasantries, smiled and said, "Wen Yuan, it’s a pity that you didn’t become the Five Classics Leader this time. Otherwise, our consecutive ranks from the previous provincial examinations would have also made a fine tale."

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