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Chapter 72 Dramatic Change

"Brother Wei, what are these Thousand Source Insect Eggs?"

Having walked quite a distance and passed through dangerous foggy areas, Xu Ning finally asked the question that had been on his mind.

"The eggs of the Thousand Source Insect are a strange creature with a living form."

Wei Binglin replied, "After it hatches, it will become a kind of insect capable of condensing spiritual energy. It doesn't need to be deliberately fed; it will absorb spiritual energy like a spiritual medicine. After digestion and absorption, it will excrete spiritual energy crystals from its body."

"A spiritual crystal?"

This was the first time Xu Ning had ever heard of this term.

"That's right... After the Thousand Origin Insect eggs hatch into insect bodies, they will excrete spiritual energy crystals almost every few days. These spiritual energy crystals can be used for martial arts cultivation."

"Brother Xu, you should also know that we usually need various spiritual medicines or pills to nourish ourselves. However, any spiritual medicine or herbal medicine, if over-reliant, will form impurities and sediment in the body."

"But this spiritual energy crystal is different. It is the direct absorption of spiritual energy by the Thousand Source Worm. It is essentially a carrier and does not produce any additional impurities."

Wei Zicheng then explained to Xu Ning again.

"It's a cultivation supplement with no side effects..."

Xu Ning has gained some understanding of the spiritual energy crystals produced by the Thousand Source Worm.

"I just don't know if the spiritual energy crystals produced will be enough to absorb energy..."

Xu Ning was slightly worried.

After all, his previous energy sources were either herbs or pills.

"I am truly ashamed to have obtained these Thousand Origin Insect Eggs, all thanks to you two."

No longer dwelling on the issue of spiritual energy crystals, Xu Ning thanked Wei Binglin and Wei Zicheng.

"Brother Xu, you flatter me."

Wei Binglin said, "Grandpa Liu said that this is a good deed he wants to establish with you. I had heard my grandfather say before that when Grandpa Liu was young, he helped many people. Later, he suffered a heavy blow and fell into a difficult situation, and it was those people he knew who pulled him out of his predicament."

"Therefore, Brother Xu does not need to thank us. As long as you remember Grandpa Liu's gift when you become successful in the future, that will be enough."

Xu Ning sighed with emotion after hearing this.

After being transported to this world, I received help from others along the way.

With the help of Guo Ye and Tao Yungang, and the support of Qu Dayou, they are now also receiving the favors of the Wei family and Liu Yijian.

My luck, on the other hand, is pretty good.

……

When the group returned to Kangyun County after leaving Yunze Mountain, the sun had already set.

"Why are there still so many people coming into town so late?"

Before even reaching the city gate, Xu Ning saw that the area in front of Kangyun County was packed with people, with a constant stream of people trying to enter the city.

However, a large number of city guards were stationed at the city gate, armed and preventing people from entering the city.

"What's going on?"

When Xu Ning saw those people entering the city, they all looked travel-worn, carrying bundles and leading children, as if they were fleeing a disaster.

"Brother Xu, this is..."

Wei Binglin and Wei Zicheng were also puzzled by this scene, so they asked Xu Ning.

Xu Ning shook her head: "I don't know either, something might have happened."

The group rode off on horseback.

"Get out of the way, all of you!"

Upon seeing Xu Ning dressed in black armor and riding a tall horse, the city guards immediately rebuked those who tried to squeeze into the city gate.

The city guards, armed with spears, lined up and pushed aside the people on both sides to make way for Xu Ning and his group.

Seeing this, Xu Ning quickly rode through the gaps in the crowd.

He sat on horseback, looking at the people on both sides, whose eyes were filled with unease and fear.

"I am Xu Ning, the garrison commander of Fengliu Lane."

After entering the city, Xu Ning dismounted and stood in front of a man who appeared to be the city guard leader. He then took out his waist token to reveal his identity.

"What's going on? Why are so many people trying to get into the city?"

Xu Ning asked the city guard leader.

Upon learning Xu Ning's identity, the city guard leader naturally dared not neglect him and immediately replied, "Lord Xu, these people are all refugees."

"Last night, a rebellion broke out within the Black Armor Guards of Dingyun County. Two factions of Black Armor Guards and the city guards fought fiercely in the county town. The rebels seem to have won with the help of external forces and have taken control of the entire Dingyun County."

"How could this happen?"

Not only Xu Ning, but also Wei Binglin and Wei Zicheng next to him were greatly surprised.

Black Armor Guards Rebellion?

This has never happened before in the history of the Black Armor Guards.

"With the help of external forces..."

Xu Ning grasped this detail: "You said the rebels relied on external forces, what kind of external forces?"

"I don't know yet."

The city guard leader answered truthfully, "The news of the rebellion in Dingyun County only came to us this afternoon when some refugees came here. We don't know the specific details yet."

Upon hearing this, Xu Ning's eyes revealed a thoughtful expression.

Almost instinctively, Xu Ning thought of the demonic sect forces that had recently appeared in the city.

"Perhaps it's not a coincidence..."

Xu Ning had already realized the seriousness of the situation.

"Gentlemen, an urgent matter has arisen, and I must return to the post station!"

Xu Ning quickly said to Wei Binglin and Wei Zicheng.

"Brother Xu, you can go and get on with your work."

Wei Binglin and Wei Zicheng also knew that something serious had happened.

At this moment, they were also eager to find Wei Changqing and see how things were developing.

"I'll ride this horse now and return it to you two another day!"

After Xu Ning clasped his hands in farewell, he rode straight to Maple Willow Lane.

As Xu Ning rode his horse through the streets, he discovered that Kangyun County had changed dramatically tonight.

Last night, Kangyun County was bustling with traffic and a vibrant night scene.

At this time, all the shops on the road were closed, and there were no roadside stalls to be seen.

Instead, there were a large number of refugees with nowhere to stay and their families to rely on.

At this time, they were closely watched by the city guards who patrolled back and forth. Any inappropriate movement would result in them being reprimanded or even beaten by the city guards.

"These should be among the first refugees to enter the city..."

They were quick on their feet and entered the city before Kangyun County could react.

After they entered the city, in order to ensure the stability of Kangyun County, the refugees who wanted to enter the city again had no chance.

"If the situation continues to deteriorate, these people will eventually be placed under unified control, and may even be expelled from the city..."

Xu Ning knew very well that once these refugees entered Kangyun County, they would definitely disrupt the stability of the area in their search for food and shelter.

Da da da.

The sound of horses' hooves galloping by.

Soon, Xu Ning arrived at the boundary of Maple Willow Lane.

"My lord!"

"My lord!"

"..."

On the street at this moment, Xu Ning saw that all the city guards of Fengliu Lane Guard Station had been mobilized.

Upon seeing Xu Ning, everyone bowed in greeting.

At present, in Fengliu Lane, anyone still wandering the streets without a place to live has been made to squat near a corner of the wall and is not allowed to move.

The entire Maple Willow Lane was under heavy guard.

"Old Feng!"

As soon as Xu Ning arrived at the post station, he saw Feng Sigua, dressed in armor, leading a group of people, about to leave.

Upon seeing Xu Ning, Feng Sigua immediately seemed relieved, exclaiming, "My lord, you're finally back!"

"Tell me everything you know."

Xu Ning didn't go back to the study; instead, he asked Feng Sigua to explain the situation.

Upon hearing this, Feng Sigua first gave a general account of the rebellion in Dingyun County.

The information he had was also very vague, not much different from what the city guard commander had described before.

"After the rebellion in Dingyun County was confirmed, news came from above. The various garrisons were ordered to take control of the refugees in the affected area to prevent riots or unrest, and to await further instructions. Since you were not present, Lord Tao took charge of everything."

"Okay, I understand."

Xu Ning knew she couldn't get any more information: "Go ahead and get busy."

Feng Sigua left, and Xu Ning entered the post station.

The post station was now empty; the few city guards standing watch outside were gone.

Tao Qingping, Song Weiyi, and others have also gone out to maintain order.

"This sudden rebellion is most likely related to the demonic sects..."

Xu Ning also felt immense pressure.

At this moment, Xu Ning had an urgent thirst for strength.

The more chaotic the situation, the more important strength becomes.

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