Beast Taming and Immortal Cultivation: Starting from Mountain Chasing

Chapter 37 Reporting to Wang Chengwu

Chen Changqing, with Xiao Hei in tow, went to say goodbye to his sister and Xiao Wan'er.

We returned to Qingshi Town in the evening.

As soon as he entered the town, the residents watched him from afar, pointing and whispering among themselves.

Chen Changqing had a strong sense of perception and could clearly hear the discussions among the crowd.

"Look, it's Chen Erliuzi! He really isn't dead."

"I told you all that I saw Chen Erliuzi leaving town with Little Black Tiger at the crack of dawn yesterday, but you still didn't believe me."

"Yin Jianhui was lucky to be rescued by the Sun family's herb-gathering team. How did this scoundrel manage to escape?"

"I don't know."

"This is truly a case of a scourge living for a thousand years. Even after encountering the Mist Shadow Demon Cat, they still couldn't kill this scoundrel."

"However, this time, the Dark Sparrow Hunting Team suffered heavy casualties. Apart from Yin Jianhui, Chen Changqing, and Zhao Erhu,

Chen Changming, Zhao Erxiong, Zhao Erbao, and Yin Jianqiang are all dead.

"That's not necessarily true. Didn't Yin Jianhui say that Zhao Erhu immediately rode away on the Dark Sparrow after seeing the Shadowless Demon Cat?"

Chen Changming, Chen Changqing, and Zhao Erxiong all scattered and fled.

Chen Changqing has come out alive, but Chen Changming and Zhao Erxiong are probably still deep in the Cloud Mist Mountain.

"That's deep in the Cloud Mist Mountain. Chen Changming and Zhao Erxiong are both of average strength. If they were trapped there for two days, they would have no chance of survival."

"According to Yin Jianhui, Zhao Erhu immediately fled upon seeing the Shadow Cat, abandoning even his own brother. He's quite a ruthless person."

"That's the Mist Shadow Cat. It killed Yin Jianqiang the moment it appeared. Anyone who sees it would run away."

"That's true."

"By the way, that slut from Wang Datou's family is actually a fox spirit in disguise. No wonder she's so slutty."

"Fortunately, I was seriously injured by a high-level cultivator from Dayang County."

"That most powerful high-level cultivator seems to be Chen Changqing's brother-in-law."

"That's really impressive."

Chen Changqing walked along the road, listening intently to the whispers of the crowd.

He never expected that Yin Jianhui would also survive.

I'm pretty lucky.

However, Chen Changming is already dead, and his soul has been refined into the essence of his soul.

The chances of Zhao Erxiong surviving are also slim.

The depths of the misty mountains are truly dangerous.

This time, their team consisted of seven hunters.

Zhao Erbao died tragically, Yin Jianqiang died tragically, and Chen Changming died tragically.

If it weren't for Sun Dehai's Sun family herb-gathering team...

He and Yin Jianhui also met a tragic end.

Chen Changqing returned to his small courtyard and the master started boiling water.

I had just boiled the water when I heard a lot of noise outside, and there was a loud knocking on the door.

When Chen Changqing went outside, he saw that it was Chen Changming and Zhao Erxiong's family.

They came to ask him if he had seen Zhao Erxiong and Chen Changming.

Chen Changqing told everyone that after seeing the Fog Shadow Cat, he fled for his life.

Later, they encountered the Sun family's herb-gathering team, were rescued by them, and returned to Qingshi Town.

After escaping, he never encountered Chen Changming and Zhao Erxiong again.

After seeing everyone off, he started a fire and cooked.

They ate and drank their fill.

Chen Changqing went into the inner room, lit an oil lamp, and began to carefully study "Basic Talligraphy" by its light.

The book details the origin, classification, drawing methods, and precautions of talismans.

Chen Changqing watched with rapt attention, as if he had opened the door to a new world.

The booklet was thin; I finished reading it quickly.

Put it away carefully.

Chen Changqing came outside the courtyard.

Body Refinement.

Practice archery.

Soaking your feet.

go to bed.

The next morning.

Chen Changqing went to the village head's office in Qingshi Town to report to Wang Chengwu.

The village head's office in Qingshi Town is located in the center of the town, right next to the town's market.

The mansion is a simple courtyard, surrounded by blue bricks and covered with blue tiles, giving it an ancient and dignified appearance.

On either side of the courtyard gate stood a tall, old locust tree, its branches and leaves flourishing, adding a touch of solemnity to the mansion.

A small path paved with bluestone slabs leads directly into the mansion, with several low shrubs planted along the way, neatly trimmed.

Stepping through the gate, you are greeted by a spacious courtyard with smooth bluestone slabs on the ground and a few flowers and plants around it, giving it a simple yet elegant feel.

Directly opposite the courtyard gate is a three-bay main hall.

Above the hall entrance hangs a plaque with the three large characters "Lizhengfu" (里正府).

On either side of the main hall are several side rooms, used for offices and receptions.

Although the mansion is not large, it is well-laid out and exudes a simple yet practical atmosphere.

At this moment, Wang Chengwu, the village head, was sitting in the main hall, holding a cup of hot tea and leisurely sipping it.

Wang Chengwu was a chubby middle-aged man with a plump figure and a kind smile on his face, making him appear very prosperous.

He had fair skin, slightly rosy cheeks, small but bright eyes, a straight nose, and a slightly upturned mouth, giving him a friendly appearance.

At this moment, he was wearing a dark blue robe with a wide belt around his waist, which made him look both dignified and approachable.

Chen Changqing entered the main hall and respectfully bowed to Wang Chengwu: "Lord Wang, this junior Chen Changqing has come to report for duty."

Wang Chengwu put down his teacup and looked at Chen Changqing with a smile: "Oh, it's Changqing. Come in and sit down. I heard you encountered the Shadow Cat in the depths of Cloud Mist Mountain the day before yesterday. How are you? You weren't hurt, were you?"

Chen Changqing quickly replied, "Thank you for your concern, sir. I am perfectly fine."

Wang Chengwu nodded, his tone gentle: "That's good. Cloud Mist Mountain is no peaceful place."

You're very lucky to have returned safely. From now on, you can work as a patrolman in Qing Shi Town. The income won't be high, but it'll be stable.

Chen Changqing nodded respectfully: "You are right, sir. I will do my best to serve the town."

Wang Chengwu smiled with satisfaction: "The town's patrolmen usually handle miscellaneous tasks such as maintaining order and resolving disputes."

However, your brother-in-law said yesterday that you need to practice the art of drawing talismans from now on.

You don't need to worry about these trivial matters.

"The year-end tax collection period is quite busy, so you can come and help out for a few days."

"Yes," Chen Changqing replied respectfully.

This job is great, I only have to work a few days a year.

Wang Chengwu asked with a smile, "The path of talismanic arts is arduous. May I ask who your master is, Brother Changqing?"

Chen Changqing said, "My master is Zhao Qingyao."

Wang Chengwu was slightly surprised and thought more highly of Chen Changqing. His smile became even brighter: "So you are Grand Talisman Master Zhao Qingyao. From now on, you should stay home and draw talismans. Oh, and go find the warehouse manager later to get a set of patrol uniforms."

"Yes," Chen Changqing replied respectfully.

Wang Chengwu chuckled and reminded him, "Remember to come to the accountant, Wang Chengping, at the end of each month to collect your monthly salary."

Chen Changqing respectfully thanked him, "Thank you, Lord Wang. I will certainly remember this."

I might forget other things, but I'll never forget about getting paid.

Wang Chengwu waved his hand and laughed, "Alright, go ahead. If you need any help, just come find me."

Chen Changqing responded, found the warehouse manager, received a set of patrol uniforms, and left the village head's office.

We went to town to buy supplies.

There's no food left at home.

He had only 135 copper coins on him.

I bought 15 jin of fatty pork, 50 jin of rice, and some vegetables and salt.

He only had one copper coin left.

"One copper coin."

"I'm so poor."

Back at the small courtyard in the west of the town, they found Little Black Tiger wearing a weighted vest and still training hard.