The Immortal Seeker: Legend of Bronze Mirror
Chapter 66 - 62 Dao Skill

Chapter 66: Chapter 62 Dao Skill

Xu Qing quickly linked Su Lianqing to Magistrate He’s previous concubine, Yin Sanniang.

Despite the difference in physical appearance, the charm in their eyes was almost identical.

"Guard Wang clearly said that Yin Sanniang had been dealt with by Magistrate He," Xu Qing believed that Magistrate He wouldn’t leave the demoness Yin Sanniang, who is suspected of originating from the Lotus Sect.

So, the Su Lianqing before him...

"Anyway, she can’t be separated from the affairs of the Lotus Sect."

In fact, after capturing Zhao Xiong, Xu Qing had learned some information. Zhao Xiong was a follower of the Luo Sect. The Lotus Sect is similar to the Heavenly Eagle Sect in "The Heavenly Dragon Slaying Sword", while the Luo Sect is akin to the Ming Sect.

Essentially, they are from the same origin.

But the current Sect Hierarch of the Lotus Sect has become independent from the Luo Sect.

There are actually quite a few branches like the Lotus Sect that have branched out from the Luo Sect.

Comparatively speaking, the Luo Sect has less control over its branches. The relationship between them is somewhat like a feudal system. The Luo Sect is akin to the Zhou royal family, and the branches are like various feudal lords who are nominally under the restraint of the Luo Sect, but practically, it depends on the situation.

And their ultimate goal is rebellion.

Essentially, the Luo Sect adheres to the faith of "Wu Sheng Lao Mu, Zhen Kong Jia Xiang"; if the world does not become the way described in their doctrines, even if a branch like the Lotus Sect comes to power, the Luo Sect still intends to rebel.

Therefore, it’s hard to label these sects as purely righteous or evil; they are just "extreme".

"If I were just a commoner, as long as I have enough food and clothing, I wouldn’t think of rebelling. Better to be a peaceful dog than a chaotic human," thought Xu Qing in a fleeting moment.

The capability of the Luo Sect and the Lotus Sect to rebel is because there are still many people in the world who cannot survive.

Understandable, but they are currently opponents.

After three rounds of drinking.

The Jiangning elites flattered Wu Xun’an and Magistrate He with profuse compliments, each showcasing their absolute skills in flattery through poems.

On the contrary, Xu Qing followed the example of "Xu Shu entering Cao Camp, not saying a word".

His behavior actually reduced the jealousy in the hearts of the Jiangning elites.

As Xu Qing was not competing with them in flattering.

The talented individuals were also warriors tested by alcohol, knowing that at the wine table, competing for attention was most important. Therefore, they had no intention of putting Xu Qing down.

They actually wished Xu Qing would disappear.

Xu Qing gave them that chance.

Although Wu Xun’an hoped that Xu Qing would perform, the intoxicating flattery of the Jiangning elites made him forget about it for the time.

Moreover, Su Lianqing’s graceful dance and light song, like a fairy from the Moon Palace, mesmerized everyone.

County Magistrate Wu felt that it was another moment of utmost satisfaction in his life.

He didn’t even care when Xu Qing excused himself to relieve himself.

Xu Qing smoothly exited the flower hall of the houseboat and went outside.

Guard Wang and Guard Ma were stationed on the deck.

"Mr. Xu, why have you come out?"

Xu Qing approached Guard Wang and spoke in a low voice: "Brother Wang, this Su Lianqing has a suspicious background, I suspect she might be a demoness from the Lotus Sect."

Guard Wang was shocked, "How could that be?"

He knew Xu Qing well and wouldn’t make baseless accusations, so he lowered his voice, "Mr. Xu, this Su Lianqing has an official record in the Imperial Music Bureau of Yingtian Prefecture, without solid evidence, it’s not good for us to make a move."

Xu Qing found himself in a dilemma.

This was not the same as the Zhao Xiong incident.

Because Zhao Xiong was caught aiding bandits in rebellion that night, and being one of Magistrate He’s arrest officers, Magistrate He couldn’t help but believe it.

Now, Su Lianqing was a famous Oiran in the Imperial Music Bureau of Yingtian Prefecture, and if she really was a bandit, it’s another matter; but without evidence, even Magistrate He might not withstand the pressure.

After all, the Imperial Music Bureau has unclear relationships with many powerful people.

Even if Su Lianqing really has connections with the Lotus Sect, the Imperial Music Bureau would never admit to this.

Otherwise, wouldn’t it be a problem with the Imperial Music Bureau?

They might even suspect Magistrate He of enmity towards the Imperial Music Bureau.

Xu Qing observed the black Qi Fortune in the bronze mirror, which was only a trace, still related to Zhao Bao’s escape that time.

"Forget it, I’ve given my warning. We can’t really hold her accountable now, and for the moment, she doesn’t seem to have any ill intentions towards me."

In fact, in the officials’ announcement, the recent incident of sect bandits trying to cause trouble that was quelled, was indeed not related to Xu Qing.

Because the credit went to Magistrate He and County Magistrate Wu.

Moreover, Magistrate He personally led the team to raid Zhao’s house.

Finally, Zhao Xiong was personally interrogated by Magistrate He.

Xu Qing’s role inside was known only by very few.

This kind of thing, even if it spreads out, nobody would believe it.

But Xu Qing was actually not aware of something.

Now in the underworld of Jiangning Prefecture, it is widely known that the strongest in this jurisdiction, King Lin, holds Xu Qing in high esteem; people from the Lotus Sect, even if some find Xu Qing displeasing, would not want to provoke this trouble.

After all, as sect bandits who attempt rebellion, the last power they would want to offend would be the local underworld.

Because they can’t avoid the local underworld forces if they want to rebel.

These people have far better information at the grassroots level than officials.

It can be said that the reputation of Xu Qing as the "Timely Rain of Jiangning" spreading around the worldly society has Black Wind Village contributing to it as well.

King Lin’s plan is to cook on a slow fire.

When the day comes that Xu Qing gets himself in trouble, then King Lin will recruit Xu Qing up the mountain.

This is also King Lin being patient.

Meeting someone impatient would directly frame and force him into an inescapable position.

But framing Xu Qing isn’t easy in the first place.

After all, his connections in the White Path are very strong.

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After fulfilling his duty to warn, Xu Qing naturally went back inside. After all, Guard Wang and Guard Ma would report to Magistrate He later.

Actually, he had another guess; that is, Magistrate He inviting Su Lianqing over was mostly because her eyes resembled those of his previous beloved concubine, Yin Sanniang.