Chapter 743: Fire Crow Workshop City

The middle-aged man and the beautiful middle-aged woman exchanged glances, both seeing surprise in the other's eyes.

Zhou Yunxiao had fought Wang Qingshan to a draw, and Wang Qingshan had been accepted as an outer disciple by the Revered Sword Immortal Xiaoyao. Princess Yong'an and her companions brought this news back upon their return. As the Myriad Immortals Bureau was a force directly controlled by the imperial family, most high-level cultivators had heard about this matter. Zhou Yunxiao was not only a member of the imperial family but also an outer disciple of the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor. Wang Qingshan's ability to fight him to a draw naturally attracted the attention of high-level cultivators, and consequently, the Wang Family of Green Lotus also became well-known to many.

Strictly speaking, it was due to the immense reputation of the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor. He was considered the strongest cultivator below the Nascent Soul stage in the Central Plains cultivation world, unrivaled throughout. As an outer disciple of such a figure, Zhou Yunxiao naturally garnered significant attention.

Upon learning that Wang Tianwen was a descendant of the Wang Family of Green Lotus, the expressions on their faces softened considerably. The middle-aged man asked a few questions, which Wang Tianwen answered truthfully. The small silver mirror in the beautiful middle-aged woman's hand showed no abnormalities.

"Young friend Wang, please stay at the Prefectural Governor's Mansion for now. We will report to our superiors. Once your appointment letter arrives, you will be a member of the Myriad Immortals Bureau."

Wang Tianwen nodded and replied, "Yes, this junior obeys."

"By the way, has your granduncle advanced to the Core Formation stage yet?"

"I'm not entirely sure. I've been away from the Eastern Desolation for several years. Before I left, I hadn't heard that Seventh Granduncle had advanced to the Core Formation stage."

The middle-aged man nodded, asked a few more casual questions, and then had Zhao Feng lead Wang Tianwen away to rest.

"It just so happens that Fellow Daoist Zhou was looking for this Wang Qingshan. He hasn't come to the Central Plains yet, but unexpectedly, his grandnephew arrived first."

The beautiful middle-aged woman smiled and said, "Wang Qingshan was able to fight Fellow Daoist Zhou to a draw while still in the Foundation Establishment stage. It seems his strength is indeed extraordinary. If Wang Tianwen can join the Myriad Immortals Bureau, we can give him some special consideration. It would be good to establish a favorable connection."

"That's only right," the middle-aged man said, a look of interest on his face. "It would be great if we could meet Wang Qingshan himself. I'm very curious who could possibly fight Fellow Daoist Zhou to a draw while still in the Foundation Establishment stage."

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Northern Border, Fire Crow Mountain Range.

In ancient times, it was rumored that a fourth-tier Fire Crow had perished here, hence the name. The Fire Crow Mountain Range stretched for a million miles with continuous rolling peaks. Fire spiritual energy was quite abundant here, and it was home to a large number of fire-attribute spiritual herbs and demonic beasts, attracting many cultivators to hunt demonic beasts and gather spiritual herbs.

On the outskirts of the Fire Crow Mountain Range, a perilous and towering peak rose straight into the sky. Its entire body was black, and a market named Fire Crow Market was built on it. The market was built against the mountain, extending from the foot to the summit, dotted with various-sized pavilions and palaces.

A red streak of light appeared on the horizon, rapidly flying towards Fire Crow Market. As soon as the red streak of light approached within ten miles of the market, it immediately triggered the aerial restriction formation, slowly descending and landing on the ground. As the light dissipated, a man and a woman, both Core Formation cultivators, appeared. They were Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er.

Wang Mingren cultivated the "Golden Flame Scripture," while Chen Xiang'er cultivated the "Qian Earth Sword Art." Both of them practiced Earth-grade cultivation techniques and were transferred together to the Northern Border. Wang Mingren was responsible for overseeing Fire Crow Market for twenty years. Chen Xiang'er was only temporarily at Fire Crow Market; as an elder of the Law Enforcement Hall, it was impossible for her to stay by Wang Mingren's side indefinitely.

"We've finally arrived," Wang Mingren exhaled with a smile. "The fire spiritual energy here is so abundant."

"That's right! Husband, if you cultivate here, your cultivation speed will definitely not be slow," Chen Xiang'er said with a smile, acting like a dutiful wife.

Wang Mingren sighed lightly. How wonderful it would be if Chen Xiang'er could always be like this; he was just afraid that one day she would quarrel with him again. "Let's go! Let's complete the procedures as soon as possible and settle down."

Wang Mingren took Chen Xiang'er's hand, and they walked together towards Fire Crow Market. Chen Xiang'er smiled sweetly, her face beaming with happiness.

About half an hour later, they appeared at the entrance of a completely red palace. On its plaque, three large golden characters read "Fire Crow Hall." Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er exchanged glances and walked inside.

The main hall was spacious and bright. Several Foundation Establishment cultivators sat behind a green wooden table, flipping through ledgers.

"We are newly transferred elders. Who is in charge here?" Wang Mingren said in a deep voice, walking up to the Foundation Establishment cultivators and showing his identity token.

"Replying to Martial Uncle, Martial Uncle Song is in charge here. Martial Uncle Song had already given instructions that if Martial Uncles arrived, they should immediately go see him. Martial Uncles, please follow me."

Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er followed the attendant disciple to a secret room, where a red-robed old man with a goatee was holding an ancient book, reading it with great relish.

"You must be Junior Martial Brother Wang and Junior Martial Sister Chen! You've finally arrived," the red-robed old man said, setting down his book and smiling. "I trust you had no issues on your journey!"

"Nothing of note, the journey was safe," Wang Mingren replied. "Senior Martial Brother Song, what exactly is my assignment?"

"There aren't many specific assignments," Senior Martial Brother Song explained. "Just oversee the market and ensure its normal operation. Sometimes you'll need to escort goods, but that's rare. With Martial Uncle Yu overseeing the market, there won't be any major issues. Normally, you just cultivate in your residence, and in your free time, you can go out and wander around. It's quite leisurely."

Wang Mingren nodded and said, "This junior is new here and there's much I don't understand. I ask for Senior Martial Brother Song's continued guidance."

"That's right, Senior Martial Brother Song," Chen Xiang'er added. "We've just been transferred from the main headquarters. This junior sister is an elder of the Law Enforcement Hall and cannot stay by my husband's side to care for him. I hope Senior Martial Brother Song will take good care of him."

Upon hearing the words "elder of the Law Enforcement Hall," the red-robed old man's expression subtly changed. He then offered a sincere smile and said, "Junior Martial Sister Chen, rest assured. We are fellow disciples; this is what this old man should do." He only knew that two Core Formation cultivators were being transferred, but he didn't know their backgrounds. Chen Xiang'er was only at the first level of Core Formation, yet she was an elder of the Law Enforcement Hall. She most likely had a strong background.

"Junior Martial Brother Wang, Junior Martial Sister Chen, you must be tired from your journey. Please go and rest first! If you need anything, just tell the people below. Chen Wei, take these two Martial Uncles to rest and fully meet their requests."

"Yes, Martial Uncle Song," Chen Wei replied. "Martial Uncles, please follow this disciple."

The attendant disciple led Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er away and arranged a cave dwelling for them. The cave dwelling was a stone chamber several tens of feet in size, simply furnished, but the fire spiritual energy was extremely abundant. Wang Mingren was very satisfied.

"Good, this will do," Wang Mingren said. "Nephew Chen, you can go attend to your duties now! We'll call you if we need anything."

"Yes, Martial Uncle Wang," replied the attendant disciple.

The attendant disciple turned and left, leaving Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er alone.

"The fire spiritual energy here is quite abundant, but the earth spiritual energy is a bit lacking. Wife, how about we have them arrange for you to..." Wang Mingren hadn't finished speaking when he saw Chen Xiang'er's expression turn cold. He quickly added, "set up a spirit gathering array, it would be beneficial for your cultivation." He had originally intended to suggest having the attendant disciple arrange a cave dwelling with abundant earth spiritual energy for Chen Xiang'er, but seeing her expression turn cold, he knew that if he had actually said that, Chen Xiang'er would definitely overthink it.

Hearing this, Chen Xiang'er's expression softened, and she smiled sweetly. "Husband, you are the best! I have the setup tools for a third-tier spirit gathering array with me; I can set it up myself."

"Let me help you set it up! You just go and rest."

Chen Xiang'er didn't stand on ceremony. She took out the array setup tools and told Wang Mingren how to set it up. Wang Mingren quickly set up the third-tier spirit gathering array. He cast a spell onto the array disc, and soon, the spiritual energy in the room became even more abundant.

"Husband, you've been too good to me lately," Chen Xiang'er said with a half-smile, her tone tinged with suspicion. "You haven't done anything to betray me, have you?"

Wang Mingren's expression immediately turned cold. "Stop overthinking things!" he said. "If you continue like this, don't call me 'husband' anymore."

Chen Xiang'er gave an awkward smile and explained, "I was just saying it casually. Don't take it seriously."

"Even saying it casually isn't acceptable," Wang Mingren retorted, somewhat impatiently. "I am not that kind of person. You always suspect me of flirting with other women. Do we still want to continue this relationship? If we do, then stop constantly doubting me. If not, then let's not be together. Every time I talk about this with you, I lose the mood to cultivate."

"Alright!" Chen Xiang'er said with a serious expression. "I won't say it again from now on. But what you promised me, you must fulfill. If you deceive me, I won't be polite with you."

Wang Mingren sighed lightly and nodded in agreement.