Transforming the false into the true, I am the only one in the world who possesses the true Dharma.

Xu Yan took in Huang Yuxian's expression: "Still can't say?"

Huang Yuxian returned to normal, looked down at the ground, and said with a wry smile, "Once I recover from my injuries, I will tell you the truth. Also, I might make a deal with you then."

Xu Yan pondered for a moment, then nodded and asked, "How long will it take to recover from the injuries?"

Huang Yuxian thought for a moment and said, "It will probably take another month or so."

Xu Yan finished the last sip of tea, got up and walked towards his room: "Get some rest."

Huang Yuxian's bright eyes widened: "You're not going to ask anymore?"

Xu Yan didn't turn around and walked into the room: "Asking more questions is pointless if you don't answer, so it's better not to ask at all."

That's what he said, but Xu Yan was quite interested in the collaboration that Huang Yuxian mentioned.

But now is not the time; we should wait until Huang Yuxian recovers from her injuries.

With the door closed, only Huang Yuxian remained in the room.

Huang Yuxian breathed a sigh of relief and patted her chest lightly: "Luckily they didn't ask any more questions, otherwise I would have had to make up an excuse."

Her identity is important, but her purpose in coming to Qingyang County is even more important.

If her injuries don't heal and more people find out, she will be in danger.

After all, there are no secrets that stay hidden forever.

Only after her injuries have healed will she be able to protect herself.

"At least I'm much safer here."

Huang Yuxian lay back down on the chair, pulled the blanket over her shoulder to cover the curves of her chest.

"Once I recover my strength, I will explain to him that he is exceptionally talented and might be of great help to me."

As she thought this, sleepiness came over her, and Huang Yuxian fell into a deep sleep.

……

The next day.

As soon as it was light, Xu Yan had already finished washing up and was eating the breakfast that Liu Sheng had brought.

Huang Yuxian had already entered the inner room. Her identity should not be exposed; the fewer people who knew, the better.

After Xu Yan finished the last mouthful of congee, Liu Sheng immediately stepped forward to tidy up.

Xu Yan glanced at Liu Sheng, and after Liu Sheng finished sorting, he tossed him two cultivation manuals.

Liu Sheng hurriedly took it into his hands.

He looked astonished when he saw the words above.

Xu Yan said calmly, "From today onwards, you will be the head of the other half of Blackwater Street, and you will jointly manage Blackwater Street with Liu Yuan."

The room fell silent after he said that.

Liu Sheng gripped the martial arts manual tightly, veins bulging on the back of his hands, and knelt on the ground excitedly, kowtowing to Xu Yan.

"Thank you, Master Xu. From this day forward, I will go through fire and water for you. If you tell me to go east, I will never go west."

This is a cultivation technique, a true treasure that can lead one to the ranks of martial artists.

For Liu Sheng, he wouldn't trade it even for a thousand pieces of gold.

All of this was thanks to Master Xu, for which Liu Sheng was naturally extremely grateful.

Xu Yan shook his head and said, "There's no need for such sentimental behavior. Focus on your cultivation. Also, there's a great terror between life and death when breaking through in cultivation techniques and realms, so proceed according to your ability."

Giving Liu Sheng some things would make his life better.

As for certain reminders, Xu Yan also wants to say them.

The techniques bestowed by evil spirits have drawbacks, so why would anyone willingly become a consumable? Naturally, there are benefits to them.

As long as there is even the slightest chance to break through the terror, one can gain power that is unimaginable to ordinary people.

This is the source of temptation.

Xu Yan knew that Liu Sheng was a sensible person, so he gave him a reminder, and Liu Sheng would act within his capabilities.

Liu Sheng quickly replied, "Don't worry, Master Xu, I understand."

Xu Yan then waved his sleeve, signaling Liu Sheng to leave.

After Liu Sheng left, Xu Yan took another sip of water and pondered his next plan.

He possesses the True Scroll, which requires cultivation techniques and life-saving money. As things stand, it seems he can still stay with the Dust and Sand Gang.

Although the situation in Qingyang County is complicated, it is at least familiar to me, so the danger will be much smaller.

As for the rest, Xu Yan was quite curious about the middle-aged man she had met earlier, and Huang Yuxian's identity.

But there are no clues yet, so for now, improving our strength is the priority.

Having made up his mind, Xu Yan glanced ahead.

The smoke condensed and transformed into a line of text.

[Life money: Thirty-eight taels]

"I still have thirty-eight taels of life money left, which seems enough, but after reaching the Five Elements Realm, the consumption of life money will increase several times."

Xu Yan stroked his chin, thinking to himself, "If I could find a cultivation technique for the Five Elements Realm, even if it cost more in life-saving fees, the effects would be far better than those for the Mortal Transformation Realm."

He is now at the Five Elements Realm, and the Transcendent Realm techniques are actually a hindrance to him.

However, Xu Yan has no clue how to find the cultivation method for the Five Elements Realm.

Just as I was thinking this, a knock came at the door.

Xu Yan frowned slightly and looked towards the doorway.

"Who?"

He had only just been promoted to manager, and before he could even settle into his new position, someone came knocking on his door.

There must be something going on here, and it's not a small matter.

A clear, cold female voice came from outside the door.

"Mr. Xu, would it be convenient for us to meet?"

Xu Yan raised an eyebrow and said, "Come in."

The door was pushed open, and Yu Yingyue, holding an oil-paper umbrella, gracefully walked into the room.

When she saw Xu Yan, she gave a sweet smile and sat down in the chair next to him.

"When others become managers, they all have a big feast, but Master Xu alone eats simple meals, which is truly surprising."

That being said, apart from her initial smile, Yu Yingyue was as cold as ice, exuding an aura of unapproachability.

Xu Yan poured a cup of tea and pushed it across the table in front of Yu Yingyue: "Since Steward Yu has come in person, she must have something important to discuss. There's no need for pleasantries. This isn't something Steward Yu is good at, so let's just get straight to the point."

Yu Yingyue stared at the tea in her cup, then glanced at Xu Yan: "I have a business deal here, I wonder if Mr. Xu would be willing to do it."

Xu Yan asked with interest, "What kind of business?"

Each street operates its own business, and they generally keep to themselves.

But sometimes there is interaction between different streets, it just depends on whether the benefits are worthwhile.

Today, Yu Yingyue came to see him personally, and Xu Yan felt that this business deal was quite significant.

Yu Yingyue gently stroked her oil-paper umbrella, her tone turning menacing: "Not long ago, I took on an order to transport a batch of goods for the Xia family on Sangyue Street. When we passed through Jingou Mountain, the goods were robbed. Sangyue Street is a coveted place, and I need to be stationed there to guard against other managers. Therefore, I would like to ask Master Xu to help me get them back."

"Robbery?"

Xu Yan frowned slightly: "Who has the audacity to rob the Dust Sand Gang's goods?"

Everyone in Qingyang County knows that the government is in the open, while the Chensha Gang operates in the shadows.

Robbing goods from Sangyue Street is tantamount to offending the Chensha Gang; you might die without even knowing how.

There must be something fishy going on here, and it's not a simple matter.

Judging from Yu Yingyue's expression, it seemed she hadn't finished speaking.

Xu Yan didn't ask any more questions, waiting for Yu Yingyue to continue.

Yu Yingyue paused for a moment, then parted her red lips slightly.

"Humans would naturally dare not, but it's different if it's a demon."