Cultivation: I Forge Immortality with My Spiritual Eyes

Chapter 94 Deadly Intent in the Dark [4K]

Jiang Yi returned to the cave dwelling area and brought up the matter of asking Qin Ruyi to be his guarantor.

Qin Ruyi readily agreed, feeling that it was a prudent choice for Jiang Yi to become a patrolman at this juncture.

In the past six months, I've watched him make no progress in alchemy, wasting his energy and money, and spending money like water.

She didn't say it, but she was somewhat worried.

It's just that outsiders shouldn't interfere in these kinds of matters; saying too much might hurt feelings, while saying too little won't get anywhere.

Now that she sees that Jiang Yi has figured things out and is willing to find another way out, she naturally supports him and will not refuse to help him with small favors.

The two immediately went to the market and found the steward to vouch for them.

Qin Ruyi's culinary skills are quite famous on the island, and most of the people in the Hall of Affairs recognize her.

With her acting as guarantor, everything will proceed smoothly without any obstacles.

The steward readily completed the procedures for Jiang Yi.

Thirty spirit stones, thirty catties of spirit rice, a mid-grade defensive spirit talisman, two sets of patrol robes, and a patrol token were distributed.

Because Jiang Yi was at the sixth level of Qi Refining, he was directly made a squad leader, with two newly recruited rogue cultivators at the fourth level of Qi Refining under his command.

He would then lead the team and be responsible for the daily patrols on the island.

Jiang Yi hadn't expected things to go so smoothly.

I thought there would be some twists and turns, but from applying to receiving my pay, it was all done in just fifteen minutes, and I even got the title of squad leader.

This shows just how desperately Qingluo Island is short of manpower.

According to regulations, newly recruited guards have two days to handle personal matters before officially starting their duties.

Jiang Yi thanked the steward and left the steward's hall with Qin Ruyi, heading back to the cave dwelling area together...

"6

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Two days passed in the blink of an eye.

That morning, the sea was shrouded in mist, and the sky was just before dawn.

In a side room of a courtyard in Dongfu District.

"Phew~"

After meditating quietly all night, Jiang Yi slowly exhaled a breath of turbid air, dispelled the magic incantation, and awoke from his meditation.

He clenched his fist and glanced around the room.

Little Pear was lying on her back in a corner of the water-bearing stone, fast asleep.

Jiang Yi shook his head in disgust, cursing inwardly.

That silly cat, while it was trying to condense its spiritual energy, it started snoring. It's so lazy!

Today is my first day on duty, so I need to make a good impression. Being late won't do.

Jiang Yi withdrew his gaze, flicked his sleeves, got up, picked up a set of patrol robes from the bedside, and changed into them.

This robe is entirely black, with red cloud patterns embroidered on the cuffs and collar, and its design is neat and efficient.

He originally had a handsome face and a gentle demeanor, appearing somewhat harmless.

Wearing this black robe, he exuded a sense of composure and dashing bearing, already possessing the air of a law enforcement patrol.

He raised both arms to the left and right, silently sized himself up, and felt that he was not bad.

He then hung the token on his waist, grabbed the Autumn Water Sword, scooped up Xiao Li and stuffed her into his bosom, then turned and pushed open the door to leave.

As they walked into the courtyard, Qin Ruyi happened to come out of the master bedroom.

The two looked at each other and couldn't help but smile.

Qin Ruyi looked him up and down, then smiled and said, "Guard Jiang, your attire is quite impressive. When you walk around this island in the future, you must uphold the law and not bully others by abusing your power."

Jiang Yi raised his chin: "Don't worry, fairy. From now on, if you encounter any trouble, just mention my name. With me protecting you, I guarantee no one on the island will dare to mess with you."

Qin Ruyi rolled her eyes at him: "Stop talking nonsense and go to your post."

Jiang Yi smiled and waved, then strode out the door and headed straight for the market.

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About half an incense stick later.

Outside the Hall of Stewards in Qingluofang Market.

Dozens of monks dressed in patrol uniforms had gathered in front of the gate, talking in hushed tones in small groups.

A tall, thin man with a gaunt face stood on the steps in front of the hall. He wore a robe of the same color, but the cuffs were decorated with silver thread. His cultivation level was already at the late stage of Qi Refining.

This man was one of Feng Yuanshan's disciples, named Zhou Yuanlang, who was in charge of leading the island's patrols and responsible for daily scheduling and management.

Zhou Yuanlang stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze sweeping over the crowd below. Once everyone was present, he spoke loudly: "Now that you've donned these uniforms, you are all members of the enforcement team. I don't need to elaborate on the current situation on the island; you all know it in your hearts—"

You must from now on —

The primary duty of the patrol is to maintain order. Anyone who commits crimes or takes advantage of the chaos will be severely punished without exception. If the enemy attacks, those who dare to fight and achieve merit will have their achievements recorded and will be rewarded without fail!

After he finished speaking, the guards responded in unison, which boosted their morale somewhat.

Zhou Yuanlang nodded in satisfaction, then divided the patrol areas and duty hours into their designated areas, before waving his hand to dismiss everyone and allow them to take their posts.

Jiang Yi also met with his two subordinates.

Both of them were at the fourth level of Qi Refining. One looked to be in his forties or fifties, with a sallow complexion and a timid demeanor. His surname was Wu and his given name was Dayou.

The other one was even more striking, with a full head of white hair and a deeply lined face, looking at least sixty or seventy years old. His name was Sun Laoquan.

The two men lowered their heads and remained silent. Although they were wearing guard robes, they had no air of authority and didn't know where to put their hands.

Jiang Yi stared at the "Hum and Ha Generals" for a few moments, feeling a sense of helplessness and secretly grumbling to himself.

If you're going to hire someone, at least hire someone decent!

What use are these subordinates?

Upon seeing the thief, they would probably be so frightened that their legs would go weak before the fight even started.

Seeing that Jiang Yi remained silent for a long time, the two men became increasingly uneasy.

They exchanged a quick glance, fearing they'd been assigned a difficult client, and hurriedly stepped forward, cupping their hands in a gesture of obsequiousness, saying, "Captain Jiang, we'll be relying on you for your care and assistance from now on. We'll definitely cooperate fully with your instructions; if you say east, we'll never go west, and we promise not to cause you any trouble!"

Jiang Yi sighed silently.

Now that things have come to this, he has little choice.

Anyway, they were just there to coast along and collect a paycheck, so these two can just put on a show.

He waved his hand, slung the Autumn Water Sword over his waist, and said indifferently, "Let's go, let's go on patrol first."

"yes!"

The two nodded quickly and followed closely behind.

His eyes darted around, constantly observing the surroundings.

soon.

The three left the market and began their patrol along their assigned route.

Along the way, when they encountered other cultivators, they would give them some face upon seeing their patrol robes and consciously make way for them.

Jiang Yi stood tall and looked around. It was the first time he had experienced this feeling, and it wasn't bad at all.

They traveled through the Lingtian area, around the dock, and then to the gathering area of ​​hermits, winding their way up the gentle slope.

Their eyes swept across the various intersections, focusing on checking for any fighting, robbery, or looting.

They walked for a short while.

Jiang Yi arrived at a courtyard that seemed quite familiar.

He paused, stepped forward, knocked on the door, and called out loudly, "Aunt Yang, are you home?"

"Yes, is that Xiao Jiang?"

Footsteps sounded inside, and the courtyard gate was quickly pulled open, revealing a kind face covered in wrinkles and with silver hair.

Several years have passed, and Yang Hongmei looks much older.

She looked up at Jiang Yi, slightly taken aback, and asked with a hint of surprise, "Little Jiang, you've become a patrol guard too?"

Jiang Yi nodded and said gently, "Yes, I just applied a couple of days ago, and today is my first day on duty."

Yang Hongmei was silent for a moment, then whispered, "Xiao Jiang, things are different now than before. The island is in chaos, and being a patrolman isn't necessarily a good job. You still need to be careful. Don't rush in headfirst when something happens, and don't be reckless."

Jiang Yi felt a warmth in his heart and smiled, "Aunt Yang, don't worry, I know what I'm doing and I'll take good care of myself."

"6

Yang Hongmei showed a hint of relief and murmured, "That's good, that's good—"

She looked at Jiang Yi closely for a few more moments, her expression turning worried. She sighed and began to ramble on, "I wonder when this fog will clear up. I wonder how that boy Shitou is doing outside—we haven't heard a word from him."

"Little Jiang, now that your cultivation is high and your abilities are great, remember to keep an eye out for news about Stone for Aunt Yang. If you see him, tell her that Aunt Yang was wrong back then and has changed her ways now —"

Jiang Yi remained silent for a moment, a slight pang in his heart, and nodded solemnly: "Aunt Yang, don't worry too much. Shi Tou is quick-witted and has his own opinions. He'll be fine adventuring out there. One day, he'll come back to see you."

"well."

Yang Hongmei's eyes welled up with tears, and she nodded repeatedly, trying to perk herself up: "Xiao Jiang, you have official business to attend to, so go ahead and do your thing. Don't worry about this old woman. I just raise a few silkworms and weave a few bolts of silk; there's nothing for anyone to worry about."

Jiang Yi nodded slightly: "Then Aunt Yang, please take good care of yourself. I'll go and get back to work now."

Having said that, he turned and led the two men to continue their patrol, soon disappearing around the corner...

"6

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Several days passed in the blink of an eye.

Jiang Yi patrolled the area every day and gradually got used to the job.

It's not complicated at all; it's just patrolling along designated routes to prevent people from causing trouble and to stop thieves from committing crimes.

Their skin was quite effective on Qingluo Island; ordinary people would feel a sense of fear upon seeing the patrol guards.

After all, if you want to stay on the island, you absolutely cannot offend the law enforcement team, otherwise they will have plenty of ways to mess with you.

It was late at night that day.

The stars were sparse, the moon was faint, and the mist was thick.

A cool breeze swept by, and the fields seemed to weep incessantly.

Jiang Yi's team was on night shift. The route remained the same, only the time of day changed to night.

At this moment, at the entrance of the market.

Jiang Yi, with his hair tied in a Daoist bun and wearing a black robe, led two subordinates out of the market and began his patrol along the predetermined route.

The two people behind them gripped the torches tightly. A gust of cold wind made them shrink their necks and quickly move closer.

Not far away, three guards on duty approached.

The leader was short and stocky with a fierce face; he was none other than Lei Bao, an acquaintance from before, with the Wind Chaser dog following at his feet.

Lei Bao glanced at him coldly, snorted lightly, and walked past without looking at him.

The spirit dog naturally understood its master's attitude, bared its teeth at Jiang Yi, and let out a low whimper.

Jiang Yi remained unfazed, ignoring them, and rubbed his chest before leading the two further into the night.

The night was deep and all was silent.

The sea fog is exceptionally thick tonight, making it extremely difficult for ordinary people to see.

However, Jiang Yi possesses spiritual eyes, which give him exceptional vision. He has also refined his eyesight with magic over the years, making his eyes extremely sharp.

Even through the darkness and mist, distant scenery could still be clearly seen.

Soon after.

After inspecting the spirit field area, the three of them bypassed the dock and were about to enter the gentle slope where the hermits lived.

"Hmm..."

""

Just then, a strange sound suddenly came from the darkness.

It sounded like someone shouted a short, broken word, then something grabbed their throat and stopped them abruptly.

Jiang Yi immediately became alert, secretly channeling his magical power, and whispered, "Did you hear anything just now?"

The two men's eyes darted around, and they shrank back, shaking their heads repeatedly: "Captain Jiang, we didn't hear anything—it must be the owl calling. We don't need to pay attention to it. You can continue your patrol as usual."

"Yeah?"

Jiang Yi frowned slightly.

After thinking for a moment, he pointed in a direction and said calmly, "In that case, you two go and take a look."

"what?"

Wu Dayou and Sun Laoquan were immediately startled, and bitter expressions appeared on their faces.

But faced with Jiang Yi's unquestionable gaze, neither of them dared to disobey.

He could only clutch his magical implements and talismans tightly, slowly inching forward while coughing desperately, his footsteps making a clattering sound, and shouting, "Who's over there! Who goes there!"

"We're coming, don't run!"

"Stop right there!"

Jiang Yi almost laughed in anger, but didn't say anything more.

Let those two go and take a look; since I've received this salary, I have to at least put on a show.

If he really didn't find anything, he wouldn't bother with other people's business.

But those thieves who committed their crimes at night were clearly used to being arrogant and domineering.

Seeing the two patrolmen slowly approaching, he didn't even try to avoid them. Instead, he threatened them, shouting in a sinister voice, "If you don't want to die, you'd better get lost, or I won't hesitate to kill you all along!"

Upon hearing this, Wu Dayou and Sun Laoquan stopped in their tracks, not daring to take another step forward.

He hurriedly slipped away, darting back behind Jiang Yi with agile and nimble movements, completely different from before.

That's outrageous! That's going too far!

Jiang Yi's face showed displeasure, and he coldly said, "You cowards have quite the nerve, daring to order the guards to make way on Qingluo Island. Show yourself if you dare!"

"OK!"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than three figures suddenly darted out of the darkness.

They were all dressed in black and masked, their eyes gleaming with ferocity, each holding a magical weapon, and they approached step by step.

The leader, his voice low and menacing, said, "Kid, you really think this skin can scare people? That old ghost Feng can barely protect himself, so what are you? I'll count to three, and if you don't leave now, you're not leaving tonight!"

Jiang Yi narrowed his eyes slightly, his expression unchanged.

Just as he was about to instruct the two men behind him to be on guard, before he could even speak, he suddenly heard a series of hurried footsteps fading into the distance.

The two bastards didn't even say goodbye, they just took off running and disappeared, leaving their torches on the ground.

Jiang Yi gritted his teeth and cursed inwardly.

Without showing any emotion, he bowed to the three men and said calmly, "You three heroes are indeed extraordinary. Please make yourselves at home. I have other important matters to attend to and will not disturb you any longer. I will take my leave now."

After saying that, he turned to leave.

"stop!"

A man on the left suddenly spoke up, slowly taking a few steps forward. His gaze was cold as he stared at Jiang Yi, a hint of amusement in his eyes: "Heh, so it's you, kid surnamed Jiang. You've actually donned this disguise too. Interesting."

He chuckled sinisterly, then changed the subject: "Grandpa's in a good mood today, so I'll spare your life. Hand over all your valuables right now, or don't blame us for being impolite!"

Upon hearing this, the other two immediately grinned and quietly moved to surround the enemy.

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