Wuxia: Start with max-level Nine Yang Divine Skill

"Mr. Jiuzhang's Nine Chapters Sword Technique is exquisite and unparalleled. It can anticipate the enemy's moves and break through all kinds of techniques."

He was originally handsome and refined, but unfortunately, after escaping from the depths of the desert, he was seriously injured and on the verge of death, and his mind was no longer clear.

His face... it looked as if a piece of flesh had been torn off by a demon's mouth, making it look hideous and terrifying.

All day long, he kept shouting things like "Ghost! Ghost!", "Let me go!", and "Schuler's Secret...it's mine! It's mine..." and "Don't kill me..."

He eventually died too.

Mu Tianying sighed again, "It is precisely because he came out alive that more people believe that the Wuqi Treasure and the Golden Tower Ruins may actually exist..."

Mr. Jiuzhang may have actually seen the secret manual, but he simply didn't have the ability to bring it out.

The martial arts world was in an uproar. It was said that even more martial artists were eager to try their luck in the desert this year.

Li Fu nodded, his assessment of the dangers of the desert becoming clearer, but also giving him a bit more confidence.

Since Mr. Jiuzhang was able to come out alive, it at least shows that the depths of the desert were not an absolute death zone.

Huanglongdui Desert, Jinlou Sand Ruins…

For Wu Bo, for the Great Shift of Heaven and Earth.

Whether what awaits him is a trap set by bandits, a curse from the souls of the ancient kingdom, or the legendary wealth and unparalleled skills, Li Fu is determined to take the plunge.

……

After receiving news that Wu Bo had appeared at the border of Yan and Mo, Li returned home, packed his belongings briefly, and prepared to embark on a long journey.

He saved the lives of the entire Mu family, and Mu Tianying was so grateful that he sent ten thousand taels of gold to them.

Even though Li Fu refused to accept it, Mu Tianying insisted that the box be left in his small courtyard in Kushui Lane.

We have no shortage of money for the time being, and we can buy the clothes, dry food, water bags, and other necessities needed for going out as soon as possible.

Besides, he had nothing of value and was all alone, so he didn't need much of a burden.

After getting ready, Li went straight to the county government office to ask for leave.

The backyard of the county government office was different from usual.

Wu Zhicheng, the magistrate of Qingping County, sat upright in the hall, but he no longer had the air of an official who used to be arrogant when facing Li Fushi.

At this moment, he had a smile on his face, even with a hint of ingratiation that was barely perceptible, and invited Li Fu to sit down and have some tea.

"Officer Li, you've arrived."

The sight of the young Li Fu before him involuntarily reminded him of the two cold corpses that had been carried out from the Mu residence.

Those were Han Wenyuan and Duan Gang, the chief constables whose official ranks were far above his and whose names were renowned throughout the province!

They all died at Li Fu's hands, and it's said that Li Fu didn't even manage to scratch them afterward!

When the state government sent people to investigate the case, the constables looked at Li Fu with shock and deep fear, and finally silently went back to report.

After that case, Li Fu was promoted to head constable.

"Li Fu, you need to ask for leave... of course you can!"

Upon hearing Li Fu request leave, Wu Zhicheng stroked his beard, his tone excessively amiable, before revealing a hint of hesitation.

"But...at this critical juncture..."

"What's going on?" Li Fu asked curiously.

The magistrate carefully looked around to make sure there were no unauthorized people, then lowered his voice and spoke with a hint of secret excitement.

"To be honest, I have some acquaintances in the prefectural government. They secretly passed on the information to me!"

"You've solved this shocking and horrifying serial murder case that has shaken the state!"

Even I, a mere county magistrate, am benefiting from this; I might even get a promotion!

More importantly…

His eyes gleamed with a sharp light. "Rumors have already spread throughout the prefectural government that you're to be transferred there, to work in the prefectural government office, directly as the head constable!"

"Oh?"

He observed Li Fu's reaction and, seeing that the other party did not seem particularly excited, continued his enthusiastic analysis.

"Think about it, this transfer order might arrive in the next day or two!"

You are young, highly skilled in martial arts, exceptionally capable, and have an impeccable background. You have no connection with the entrenched factions in the prefecture!

When the higher-ups saw this, they realized that this was exactly the kind of promising talent they could cultivate and recruit for their own use.

In addition, in order to mitigate the impact of the emergence of scoundrels and villains within the public sector.

"Maybe... you could fill the void left by Han Wenyuan and Duan Gang!"

Wu Zhicheng rubbed his hands together, his face flushed with excitement.

"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rise to the top!"

Although Han and Duan were remnants of the evil underworld, they climbed to their positions by solving numerous major cases before they were exposed.

Now their positions are vacant, and the state government is in dire need of a top-notch fighter like you who can keep things under control and dare to fight!

Opportunities are fleeting. If you're too late, and someone with connections or background snatches the spot first, then...

Wu Zhicheng spoke fluently, revealing his familiarity with the ways of official advancement and his extreme enthusiasm for this opportunity.

These twists and turns were something Li Fu had never considered, but now that he had explained them to him one by one, they seemed to make sense.

However, Li Fu simply smiled, looked at the county magistrate in front of him who was eager for promotion, and said.

"Promotion and wealth are naturally good."

But I'm not that persistent.

Now that I have definite news about my elder, I must go find him no matter what.

Seeing that he remained unmoved, Wu Zhicheng grew anxious and advised him again, "Alas! Li Fu, you are still young."

Don't be unaware of how precious opportunities are in officialdom. Don't think you can go anywhere in the world just because you're skilled in martial arts!

Aren't there plenty of highly skilled martial artists, bandits, and tyrants in the martial arts world?

But how many of them can actually rise to official positions and even reach high ranks?

You have to seize this opportunity!

He stamped his foot, feeling disappointed and frustrated, and then offered a lot of advice.

Li Fu's mind was made up. He regarded the wealth and glory that were within his grasp as fleeting clouds and shook his head again: "My mind is made up."

"Well... alright then..." Wu Zhicheng had almost worn his lips out trying to persuade him, but seeing that it was ineffective, he could only sigh helplessly and write down the leave slip.

He was still not giving up, and said with a glimmer of hope.

"If... if the people sent by the state government to summon you arrive, I will try my best to stall for time and say that you have urgent private business to attend to."

You...you must go and come back quickly!

Ideally, we should return before the people in the state capital get impatient and set off together.

"The onboarding process can be completed on the same day you arrive at the government office, and you'll meet those high-ranking officials!"

Li Fu clasped his hands in thanks and said succinctly, "Thank you very much, Magistrate."

After saying that, he turned and left without looking back.

Watching Li Fu's tall and neat figure disappear at the courtyard gate, Wu Zhicheng's face was still full of anxiety and regret as he stroked his beard.

"Sigh, this kid... he really doesn't know what's good for him..."

However, if this young man can truly enter the prefectural government and climb the social ladder, with his abilities, he might very well become a powerful ally for me in the future, and a connection to me…

At such a young age, with unparalleled martial arts skills, and having solved such a sensational case right out of the gate... he truly has a bright future ahead of him...

Li Fu packed his bags and, as soon as he stepped out of the county government gate, he exited the city gate.

Suddenly, the sound of rapid hoofbeats came from afar on the official road!

Amidst the rising dust, two knights dressed in the uniforms of state officials, covered in dust from their journey, entered the city and galloped towards the county government office!

Li Fu paused slightly, glancing at the conspicuous state insignia on the horse and rider, and understood.

"The information was quite accurate; it really happened within the last day or two."

However, the prefectural government's transfer order came even faster than the county magistrate's.

But he didn't stop or hesitate for a moment; he joined the crowd and strode away.

Finding Wu Bo and obtaining the fully mastered Qiankun Great Shift is of utmost importance.

As for the transfer order from the prefecture and the position of chief constable of the prefecture... let it be for now.