I Grind to Martial Saint

After hearing Han Yuan, Zhai Mu nodded repeatedly. ”If Director Han weren’t here in Cangshui County Town, I’m afraid the situation would be even worse than in Qingchuan County.”

Han Yuan smiled and said, ”Let’s not worry about Qingchuan County for now. The people from the Province Mansion can deal with that headache.”

”I asked you before to send someone to Nanwu Province to inquire about a person. Have you found any leads?”

The person he had asked Zhai Mu to find was, of course, the friend Daoist Xuanlei had mentioned: Chunyangzi.

Before Master Xuanye dissipated, he had told him that a great change was occurring in the world, causing the Evil Demon Seeds to reappear.

He also wanted to get to the bottom of this matter, which was why he had specifically asked Zhai Mu to send someone.

”I was just about to bring this up with you.”

”After you gave the order, I immediately sent a Flying Eagle Guard over.”

”According to the messages sent back, there is indeed a Taicang Mountain in Nanwu Province.”

”This Taicang Mountain is extremely vast and its terrain is complex. Many precious medicinal herbs grow there, but it’s also home to many venomous creatures and fierce beasts.”

”The Flying Eagle Guard visited many villages around Taicang Mountain, but not a single villager had ever seen any Daoist appear on the mountain...”

”He even hired a guide and spent more than ten days wandering the mountains, but he still couldn’t find the expert you mentioned.”

Zhai Mu reported.

”Are there any ruins of Daoist Temples or Cave Mansions on Taicang Mountain?”

Han Yuan asked.

”No... it’s all untamed wilderness.” Zhai Mu shook his head.

”I see... Have that brother put in a little more effort and stay at Taicang Mountain for a while longer.”

Han Yuan thought for a moment, then said softly.

’If Chunyangzi were that easy to find, he wouldn’t be considered an expert.’

He couldn’t leave Cangshui County Town himself to go to Taicang Mountain in Nanwu Province, so he could only have his people continue the search.

”Rest assured, Director. I’ll send two more men over.”

Zhai Mu said, cupping his fist.

”Is there anything else?” Han Yuan asked.

Zhai Mu smiled. ”Actually, there is one more thing.”

”Wei Shiming of the Divine Fist Sect and Situ Ya of the Rain Flower Sect will arrive in Cangshui County Town in three days to pay a visit to you, Director.”

Previously, Han Yuan had single-handedly stormed the gates of the Cyan Cloud Sect and suppressed the Divine Fist Sect and the Rain Flower Sect.

For these two to visit together now was, in fact, sending a message to the outside world.

The Divine Fist Sect and the Rain Flower Sect had now submitted to Han Yuan’s authority.

”Mm... you’ll be in charge of their reception. We mustn’t be impolite.”

Han Yuan said softly.

”Rest assured, Director. This subordinate will arrange everything perfectly!”

Zhai Mu said solemnly.

”Go on and get to it, then.”

”I’m going to go for a walk.”

Han Yuan said with a wave of his hand.

After two months in seclusion, a certain amount of frustration had built up inside him.

He decided to go for a walk to clear his head.

Zhai Mu accepted the order and took his leave.

Han Yuan returned to his quarters, rinsed himself off, put on a simple disguise, and changed into ordinary clothes before leaving the Observatory.

His fame in Cangshui County Town was too great now; if he appeared on the streets, he would likely be surrounded by a crowd.

To get some peace and quiet, he had no choice but to conceal his true appearance.

Two months had passed, and the streets of Cangshui County Town were even more bustling than before.

This was mainly because Wen Zhiyuan, after gaining authority, had purged the Government Office. The administration was now clean, corruption had been greatly reduced, and there were far fewer cases of graft and law-bending.

The annihilation of the three major families had also allowed the various trades and industries in the County Town to be reshuffled, invigorating them with new life.

Even public safety in the city was much better than before. Gangs had almost no room to survive and were gradually eliminated by the Government Office, leaving only a few of the more obedient ones.

With chaos gradually spreading in other regions, Cangshui County Town stood out.

The common folk who had fled during the Wuyun Bandits’ attack were gradually returning.

In addition, many refugees, upon hearing about the situation in Cangshui County Town, flocked to the city.

It was said that the price of land in Cangshui County Town had now doubled.

So now, walking down the street, Han Yuan could hear many different accents and see people from all walks of life, making for an exceptionally lively scene.

Watching these scenes, so full of worldly life, Han Yuan’s mood gradually began to relax.

Since he transmigrated, he had fought his way here from Qingshui County without ever stopping to rest.

He fought with men and battled Evil Spirits for his life...

It was a rare chance to relax.

However, as he walked, he suddenly felt a bit hungry.

He glanced around, spotted a sesame pancake stall, and bought a few. He ate them as he walked.

’It tastes pretty good... just a bit light on the minced meat...’

Han Yuan offered his assessment after a few bites.

By the time he finished the pancakes, he had just walked out of Cangshui County Town’s South City Gate.

He headed straight for the Thunderstruck Forest.

The Thunderstruck Forest was no longer as deserted as it once was.

With the reopening of the Wind and Thunder Temple, the nearby villagers had learned that there was a Daoist here with exceptionally high medical skills.

Every day, many villagers came seeking medical treatment, which in turn made the Daoist Temple’s incense burn much more brightly.

When Han Yuan arrived, he saw a long line of people queuing outside the Daoist Temple, while inside, incense smoke swirled in the air.

Seeing this, Han Yuan went directly to the temple’s rear courtyard and hopped the wall to get in.

”Who goes there—”

A flash of a sword suddenly struck at him.

Han Yuan dodged to the side.

”Huang Xian’Er, you dare attack your own superior?!”

Han Yuan said with a half-smile.

”How was I supposed to know that the great Director of the Observatory would come climbing over the back wall?”

Huang Xian’Er said, speechless.

”Weren’t there too many people out front?”

”Speaking of which, what are you doing here?”

Han Yuan muttered.

”I’m here to deliver medicinal herbs.”

”The Huang Family is now supplying all the medicinal herbs for the Wind and Thunder Temple.”

Huang Xian’Er explained.

”It seems the Huang Family is really short on people.”

”To think even delivering herbs requires Miss Huang the Elder to come in person.”

Han Yuan laughed, a meaningful look in his eyes.

Huang Xian’Er was secretly annoyed, but since she couldn’t beat Han Yuan, she could only turn and walk away.

Han Yuan just smiled and walked toward the front hall of the Daoist Temple.

In the main hall, he saw many villagers lighting incense and praying for blessings.

The side hall next to it was even more packed with people.

However, they were still managing to maintain some semblance of order.

Han Yuan went over for a look and happened to see Zhang Cang diagnosing patients by taking their pulse.

He didn’t disturb him, instead choosing to wander around the Daoist Temple grounds.

He returned at dusk, carrying two jars of wine and some cooked food.

By now, the Daoist Temple had quieted down, as the villagers had all returned home.

Huang Xian’Er and Zhang Cang were inside the temple, tidying up.

”Brother Han, I was so busy just now. Please forgive my poor hospitality.”

Zhang Cang said apologetically.

”It’s fine... Let’s eat first.”

Han Yuan said with a smile.

The three of them went to the back courtyard, grabbed a table and three small stools, and began to eat casually.

As they ate, they made small talk from time to time.

It turned out that these days, Zhang Cang would treat patients during the day and cultivate his Daoist Skills at night.

In just two months, his Cultivation had reached Qi Condensation Realm Perfection, and he was just one step away from breaking through to the Spiritual Acupoint realm.

Han Yuan was quite surprised by Zhang Cang’s talent after hearing this.

No wonder that out of all the people in Cangshui County Town, Master Xuanye had chosen Zhang Cang as his disciple.

A talent like that was terrifying to even speak of.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Han Yuan took his leave.

His previously relaxed and drowsy eyes gradually returned to their usual profound depth.

For him, that brief moment of relaxation was enough.