Immortality begins with exchanging talent attributes.

Chapter 71 Finding a Place to Stay (Seeking first subscription!)

The Black-Clad Guard's office, Fang Wenjian's workplace.

boom!

A brand new teacup was smashed on the ground. Fang Wenjian sat in a chair, his handsome face, which usually carried a gentle smile, now looked somewhat distorted.

He was really angry; he had actually been tricked by a peasant.

He had thought the other party was just a money-grubbing country bumpkin, but unexpectedly, the other party made him lose face in front of Lu Qingshuang.

Everyone in the Xuanyi Guard knew that Fang Wenjian cherished his reputation the most.

"Commander, don't get too angry and ruin your health."

A middle-aged man who looked like a butler stood to the side, quietly offering advice.

"I want him dead!"

Fang Wenjian gripped the chair armrests tightly with his fingers, his voice squeezed out through clenched teeth.

The room fell silent for a moment.

Zhou Jing, who was sitting on the other side, slowly raised her eyes.

She remained calm, as if she had anticipated Fang Wenjian's reaction, and said indifferently, "We can't touch him in the yamen. He just became a captain. If something happens to him now, everyone will think of us."

After a pause, she continued, "The beast tide will be in half a month. Most of the Black-Clad Guards will be going into the mountains to hunt spirit beasts. When he leaves the city, we can find an opportunity to kill him."

The twisted expression on Fang Wenjian's face gradually subsided.

A moment later, he leaned back in his chair, his eyes growing even colder.

"Okay, I'll leave this to you."

Zhou Jing lowered her head slightly.

"clear."

After leaving the Xuanyi Guard post, Zhou Yan headed straight for the outer city government office.

The outer city government office was right next to the inner city wall. Two constables stood at the entrance, and Zhou Yan, dressed in the black-robed guard uniform, could be seen from afar.

come over.

The two men exchanged a glance, then stepped forward, clasped their hands in greeting, and said, "Sir, what brings you to the outer city government office?"

Zhou Yan also clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I've come to see Constable Lu Mingyu. Is he inside the yamen?"

"Yes, I'll go and inform you right now."

A constable replied, then turned and jogged into the yamen.

After a while.

A slender woman dressed in the uniform of a constable walked out of the yamen.

The woman had delicate features and clean-cut eyes. Although she was wearing an official's robe, it couldn't hide the air of someone from a wealthy family.

  

She looked at Zhou Yan, a hint of doubt in her eyes.

"May I ask who you are?"

He knew everyone around his cousin, but he had never seen this burly young man before.

Zhou Yan took out a letter from his pocket and handed it over, saying politely, "I am Zhou Yan, a captain under Commander Lu. I have come here to ask you for a favor."

Upon hearing this, Lu Mingyu looked enlightened.

It really does seem like her cousin was looking for her.

Upon receiving the letter, Lu Mingyu immediately opened and began reading.

The letter contained few words, and the ink was not even completely dry, so it must have been written recently.

Lu Mingyu quickly finished reading and then looked up at Zhou Yan a few more times.

The person was indeed wearing the uniform of a captain of the Black-Clad Guard.

However, his physique was rather robust.

If it weren't for the youthful innocence still visible on his face, she would have really thought that the person standing in front of her was a young general in the army.

Lu Mingyu folded the letter again and said, "I already know about the matter. Since my cousin has spoken, Commandant Zhou, please have that person come to me tomorrow. When they arrive at the yamen, just mention my name."

"Then I'll have to trouble Officer Lu."

The matter was settled, and Zhou Yan had no intention of lingering any longer.

He clasped his hands in thanks, then turned and left.

"Lieutenant Zhou, please take care."

Lu Mingyu stood at the entrance of the yamen, watching Zhou Yan's figure gradually disappear into the distance, rubbing his chin, a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

Her cousin was arrogant and cold-hearted.

She's always the one being asked for favors; when has she ever personally written a letter to the outer city government office to ask for help from someone else?

This is unlike her usual style.

Lu Mingyu suddenly remembered something.

I heard that my cousin almost died at the hands of the Wusheng Sect during her trip to Qingzhou.

Later, it seems she was rescued by a young man from a blue boat.

Could it be this Zhou Yan?

Lu Mingyu's lips curled slightly.

interesting.

She turned and gave a few instructions to the constable at the door before re-entering the yamen.

When Zhou Yan returned to his residence, it was not yet completely dark.

He recounted the incident to Zhu Asan.

After hearing this, Zhu Asan was first stunned, then his whole face lit up.

"It really worked?"

Zhou Yan nodded.

"Officer Lu wants you to go see her tomorrow; she'll make arrangements for you."

Zhu Asan rubbed his hands together, his face beaming with barely suppressed joy.

"Great, great! At least I can help support the family a little from now on, and I won't have to rely on you all the time."

Zhou Yan glanced at him.

"Third Brother, you're being too polite."

.

Zhu Asan waved his hand.

"It's not that I'm being distant, it's just that people can't stay idle forever. My limbs aren't broken yet, how can I really rely on you to support me?"

At this point, he looked at Zhou Yan again, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

"Ayan, have a drink with Third Brother tonight."

Zhou Yan smiled and said, "Okay."

In the evening, Aunt Zhu and Uncle Zheng prepared a large table of dishes.

Of course, Zhou Yan's favorite braised pork knuckle was also on the table.

Zhu Asan drank very happily.

On the one hand, it was because he finally had a job.

On the other hand, it was also because he had been holding a grudge in his heart.

From Qingzhou to the prefectural city, he fled all the way, only to be turned away by his father-in-law's family.

He didn't say it, but how could he not feel resentful inside?

Now that Zhou Yan has arranged a job for him, giving him a new identity in the prefectural city, he feels both happy and guilty.

Back when Zhou Laoda was still alive, he promised to take care of Zhou Yan.

Unexpectedly, not long after all this time, I found myself relying on this kid's help to gain a foothold in the city.

The world is impermanent.

Zhu Asan held his wine bowl and drank, his eyes gradually reddening.

However, he didn't say anything more.

He just kept eating bowl after bowl without thinking.

Not long after, Zhu Asan got drunk.

In the end, it was Aunt Zhu and Uncle Zheng who helped him back to his room.

Little Zhu Zhu sat in the chair, watching her father being helped away, her little face full of confusion.

"Brother Zhou Yan, what's wrong with Father?"

Zhou Yan reached out and rubbed her little head.

"Your father has too many things weighing on his mind; he's exhausted."

Little Zhu blinked, clearly not understanding.

Zhou Yan smiled but didn't explain. He simply picked her up and handed her to Aunt Zhu, who had come over.

"Little Zhu Zhu, go to bed early."

Aunt Zhu held Zhu Zhu in her arms and whispered, "Ayan, thank you for your help today."

Zhou Yan shook his head.

"My third brother helped me before."

"Of course."

Aunt Zhu's eyes were slightly red. She didn't say anything more, but simply carried Zhu Zhu back to her room.

Zhou Yan walked to the courtyard alone.

A night breeze blew, and the effects of the alcohol began to rise slightly.

His body trembled slightly, and the remaining smell of alcohol dissipated as his blood circulated.

He walked into the training room, raised his hand slightly, and a panel appeared.

[Talent Attributes: Strength of Nine Oxen and Two Tigers (Blue), Copper Skin and Iron Bones (Green), Ever-Changing Aura (Green), Swift Blade (Green), Master of Fist and Foot Techniques (Green)]

Age: 16

Lifespan: 21 years and 10 months

Martial Arts Skills: Copper Body Technique (Minor Success), Mountain Step (Beginner), Thunderclap Saber Technique (Master), Tiger Subduing Fist (Minor Success), Body Tempering Technique (Perfect), Collarbone Grappling Hand (Perfect)

[Realm: Fourth Refinement Bone Forging Realm (Entry-level)]

Looking at the panel that was beginning to take shape, Zhou Yan clenched his fists.

He knew in his heart that the current stability was all built on the foundation of strength.

His gaze fell on the "Tiger Subduing Fist".

This intermediate-level boxing technique, obtained from the Blackwater Gang, is powerful and expansive, but because it is an offensive martial art, advancing in its level will not increase one's lifespan.

So he hasn't practiced it in a focused way, but even so, he's almost mastered it now.

Tonight, I'll master the Tiger-Taming Fist!

>