Witch, don't do anything reckless!

On the other side, Li Chuqiu had only been asleep for less than two hours when she was awakened by another knocking sound coming from outside the courtyard.

"Are you home in early autumn?"

Li Chuqiu got up, dressed, went to the courtyard gate, and opened the door.

Outside the door stood a dark-skinned, somewhat reserved middle-aged man, carrying several kilograms of high-quality pork belly.

"Second Uncle?"

The middle-aged man standing outside the door was Li Chuqiu's second uncle.

Lin Shuci's biological father!

"Second Uncle, what brings you here?"

As Li Chuqiu spoke, she invited her second uncle into the courtyard.

"The shops in town are closed today, so I just stopped by to see you and bring you some meat."

As he spoke, the second uncle handed the meat he had brought to Li Chuqiu.

"Thank you, Second Uncle."

Li Chuqiu took the meat. His second uncle was a well-known butcher in the city. He would send him meat every few days, and every time he sent the freshest and tenderest meat.

Although his second uncle was taciturn and not very talkative, he had always been very kind to Li Chuqiu. He was only able to live to this day thanks to the care of his second uncle.

Li Chuqiu delivered the meat to the kitchen and poured her second uncle a glass of water. After drinking the water, her second uncle suddenly asked, "Chuqiu, I heard something happened at the Jing Prince's residence last night?"

"Second Uncle found out too?"

"The whole city is abuzz with the news that Prince Jing's heir has been murdered..."

Uncle's face showed worry: "Uncle, I heard that your Tianxuan Division has also gotten involved?"

Li Chuqiu explained, "The death of Prince Jing's heir may be related to the demon race. Tianxuan Division must assist Prince Jing's mansion in capturing the murderer."

Uncle was even more worried: "Then you must be very careful. Those demons are no pushovers. Since you can't cultivate, you must prioritize your own safety and not be reckless."

"Thank you for your concern, Uncle. I know what I'm doing and won't do anything I'm not sure I can handle."

Seeing this, the second uncle nodded, then hesitated, as if he had something else to say.

"Second Uncle, is there anything else?"

An unnatural look appeared on the second uncle's dark, taciturn face. After thinking for a moment, he finally asked, "You, Second Aunt, came looking for you yesterday?"

Upon hearing this, Li Chuqiu understood.

Uncle seemed to choose his words carefully, and after a long while, he said, "Your second aunt is just talking. She's just a woman and doesn't understand anything. Chuqiu, don't take it to heart. You and Shuci..."

"Second Uncle, I think Second Aunt is right."

Li Chuqiu chuckled: "Shuci has joined Linglong Palace, her future is limitless. As her family, we can't hold her back."

"But back then, you and Shuci..."

Second Uncle was about to say something when Li Chuqiu gently interrupted him: "Second Uncle, Shuci has grown up. She should have her own thoughts and be able to make her own decisions. If Second Uncle really wants what's best for Shuci, he should respect her opinions and ideas."

"As for Shuci and me... I've always treated Shuci like a younger sister."

The second uncle remained silent, opened his mouth, but for a moment didn't know what to say.

"Second Aunt is only trying to help Shuci. Second Uncle, please don't argue with Second Aunt. A family should live in harmony."

His second uncle came to see him early in the morning, clearly knowing what had happened yesterday. Compared to his second aunt, this second uncle was more interested in bringing Li Chuqiu and Lin Shuci together.

Uncle remained silent for a long time, then his voice deepened: "Chuqiu, you're right. Shuci has grown up; she should have her own thoughts. But your father saved my life back then. Without your father, I wouldn't be who I am today, and Shuci wouldn't exist either, so..."

"When Shuci comes back next time, I'll have a good talk with her. Your second uncle will give you an explanation for this matter."

My second uncle is usually not good with words and is taciturn, but he is a very stubborn person.

Therefore, Li Chuqiu didn't say anything more. That girl had joined Linglong Palace, and who knew when she would return next.

Maybe one year, or two years?

It's possible they'll never come back.

Therefore, Li Chuqiu did not dwell on these things.

"Your second aunt killed a chicken yesterday. If you're free tonight, why don't you come over for dinner?"

After a moment of silence, the second uncle spoke.

This time, Li Chuqiu did not refuse. He nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go over tonight."

Uncle Er breathed a sigh of relief and got up to take his leave.

After her second uncle left, Li Chuqiu was no longer sleepy. Perhaps it was because she hadn't fully digested the spiritual power she had absorbed from the blood demon the day before. Although she had only slept for a few hours, Li Chuqiu was still radiant and in excellent spirits.

Under the eaves, the little white cat that had absorbed the jade's spiritual energy was still fast asleep. Li Chuqiu took the opportunity to begin her daily training in the courtyard. Not long after, a subordinate from the Tianxuan Division arrived and informed Li Chuqiu to return to the division's office.

Li Chuqiu changed her clothes and went out to the yamen.

The Tianxuan Division's outpost in Yuhua City was located on the city's most bustling street. When Li Chuqiu arrived, many of her colleagues had already gathered there.

Chen San'er and Zhang Man approached and learned from the two that they had searched the city all night but found nothing, not even a trace of the murderer.

Both were eager to make a name for themselves, and naturally did not want to let such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity slip by. And within the Tianxuan Division, there were countless others who shared the same sentiment.

Just as the group was whispering among themselves, Xie An walked in with his head held high, surrounded by his subordinates.

"What's wrong with him? Is he having another episode?"

Li Chuqiu glanced at it, somewhat surprised.

Chen San'er gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with undisguised envy: "That Xie guy really had a stroke of luck last night. He found a monster's hiding place in the city and captured a few minor demons."

"Damn it, how could he have such a lucky break?!"

"Boss, you just wait and see, he's definitely going to come and brag to us."

Sure enough, as soon as Chen San'er finished speaking, Xie An saw Li Chuqiu and his group, a hint of smugness appearing in his eyes, and strode towards them.

"Li Chuqiu, I really have to thank you! If it weren't for you, I probably wouldn't have found those demons and wouldn't have been able to accomplish such a great feat!"

Xie An's eyes were full of smugness: "Young Master Qin greatly admires me. He not only rewarded me with a month's salary, but also said he would promote me soon..."

"Thanks to you, you've really helped me a lot, hahaha..."

Last night, Xie An encountered Li Chuqiu at the alley entrance. He was so frightened that he fled in panic, but unexpectedly, on his way back, he stumbled upon the hiding place of several minor demons.

Those lesser demons weren't very strong. After transforming into human form, they hid in Yuhua City, where Xie An took advantage of their vulnerability.

Having stumbled upon such immense wealth, Xie An naturally couldn't wait to come over and, with a sarcastic tone, seek revenge for last night!

Faced with Xie An's undisguised boasting and mockery, Li Chuqiu simply praised him lightly.

"Idiot."

It remains understated, yet its destructive power is still immense.

Xie An's smile froze, and he was about to explode in anger, but remembering what happened last night, he still felt a bit wary. He snorted coldly, "Just keep envious. Wait until I get promoted, then let's see how you'll still be smiling!"

Then, like a victorious rooster, he strode away with his head held high.

After showing off, he left feeling refreshed and invigorated... Xie An thought to himself.

"The boss is right, he's a complete idiot... what was it again? Look at his smugness, he got all high and mighty just because he caught a few minor demons. Anyone who didn't know better would think he'd captured the demon clan chief!"

"Exactly! He thinks he can get promoted just because he caught a few minor demons? That guy surnamed Qin was probably just spouting nonsense to fool him, and he actually believed it?"

"Just wait and see, he'll be crying sooner or later."

Chen San'er and Zhang Man grumbled and cursed, but they were both somewhat envious.

Although Xie An only captured a few minor demons, compared to their hard work all night and getting nothing, it was indeed a great achievement.

Their own failures were certainly regrettable, but seeing their arch-rivals succeed was even more painful for them.

Just then, footsteps sounded outside again. Xie An's eyes lit up, and he quickly went to the door to greet them.

"Young Master Qin, you've arrived?!"

Outside the door appeared a young man in brocade robes. He was not very old, around twenty years old, and wore the robes of the Tianxuan Division. However, it was clear that the material was different from the others. The man had a sword at his waist and a piece of valuable jade hanging from it, which clearly showed his image as a wealthy young master.

This person was Qin Yan, who held a position equivalent to Lu Xiao within the Tianxuan Division and was Xie An's superior.

As soon as Qin Yan entered Tianxuan Division, he saw Li Chuqiu at first glance, and his eyes suddenly turned cold.

Li Chuqiu simply ignored him, treating him like air.

A cold, murderous glint flashed in Qin Yan's eyes, but he quickly concealed it. Seeing Xie An standing before him, his expression one of utmost respect and obsequiousness, he asked in a low voice, "Are you sure he knows Deputy Commander Liu?"

Xie An had already recounted how Li Chuqiu had frightened him the previous night. When Qin Gongzi asked, he then recounted what had happened outside the Jingwang Mansion the previous night.

After Qin Yan finished listening, his brows furrowed even deeper.

How could Deputy Commander Liu know a mere constable?

Who does he think he is?

As a young master of the Qin family who came from the capital for training, no one knew the identity of that Deputy Commander Liu better than Qin Yan.

Everyone else thought Liu Xu was the daughter of a prominent family in the capital, but only Qin Yan knew that Liu Xu's true identity was the biological daughter of the head of the Tianxuan Division.

Tianxuan Si's true young lady!

Therefore, he absolutely did not believe that Li Chuqiu would know Liu Xu.

That's unacceptable!

Does he fit too?

The only one here who is worthy of the willow catkins is him!

Qin Yan's eyes flashed with gloom and calculation. If he could climb the social ladder by marrying that Miss Liu, he would surely be valued by his family. His future, reputation, and even the position of head of the Qin family were all beckoning to him.

Therefore, he would never allow anyone to ruin his plans.

Especially that Li Chuqiu!

When Qin Yan saw that incredibly irritating yet handsome face, he felt even more annoyed.

Why is he so good-looking?!

……

Qin Yan had just arrived when Lu Xiao followed closely behind.

"Brother Lu."

When Lu Xiao saw Li Chuqiu, a hint of excitement appeared on his face, and he quickly walked up to Li Chuqiu.

"Brother Lu, you seem so happy today, what good thing happened?"

Li Chuqiu greeted him with a smile.

"It's not my fault, it's yours."

"mine?"

Li Chuqiu was surprised and wondering what good thing he could have up his sleeve when Lu Xiao took out a porcelain bottle from his pocket and handed it to Li Chuqiu.

"This is?"

"Qi Condensation Pill!"

Lu Xiao's words instantly drew the attention of many of his colleagues.

For most of the lowly constables present, this Qi Condensation Pill was an invaluable treasure. After all, most of them were ordinary people without spiritual roots for cultivation, so the importance of the Qi Condensation Pill to them was self-evident.

This is a treasure that can turn the tide of battle and save your life in a critical moment!

Therefore, many people were shocked and quickly became envious and jealous... No, why did Lu Xiao give Li Chuqiu so many Qi Condensation Pills?

Where did it come from?!

But Lu Xiao's next words quickly cleared up everyone's doubts: "I just reported the case of you encountering the great demon in the city yesterday. The higher-ups said that you had made meritorious contributions in assisting in capturing the demon, so they specially approved your application. There are three Qi Condensation Pills in here, which are an extra reward for you from above."

The expressions on many people's faces changed instantly!

Three?!

For these low-ranking constables, obtaining a Qi Condensation Pill is extremely difficult; they don't know how much merit they would need to accumulate to earn just one.

Li Chuqiu actually got three at once?!

No way, he gets such a reward just for helping catch a demon? Why should he?!

Is it a powerful demon?

...That's all!

That bastard is so lucky!

Everyone present was green with envy and jealousy.

……

Lu Xiao handed the Qi Condensation Pill to Li Chuqiu, then lowered his voice slightly and said, "You're really lucky, kid. I reported the matter of the Great Demon to Deputy Commander Liu, and I didn't expect that Deputy Commander Liu would agree so readily after seeing your application, and even approve two extra pills for you at once. It's really strange..."

Lu Xiao was puzzled. In the past, he was always rejected for various reasons whenever he tried to apply for Qi Condensation Pills. But this time it was too easy. The Deputy Commander Liu approved it without even asking any questions, which was completely unexpected.

too weird!

Li Chuqiu, who was also puzzled, instantly understood everything upon hearing Lu Xiao's words.

So it was Vice Commander Liu who agreed to it?

That's normal then...

The scene from last night gradually surfaced in Li Chuqiu's mind... The aloof and peerless Deputy Commander Liu, her face flushed, bent over and knelt before him, her thin, bright red lips slightly parted, exhaling a fragrant breath...

Tsk!

Li Chuqiu stared at the porcelain bottle in her hand. This Qi Condensation Pill was probably hush money she had given him.

No wonder they were so decisive.

Thinking of this, Li Chuqiu's eyes gradually became playful.

The more the woman acted this way, the more it proved she had a guilty conscience. Last night's events likely left a lingering shadow on her...

So much so that she felt guilty that she used three Qi Condensation Pills to "please" him?

But...

Vice Commander Liu, oh Vice Commander Liu... I'll eat your food for the rest of my life for this secret!

At this moment, Chen San'er and Zhang Man were both confused.

No, when did the boss go to catch the great demon?

They captured a powerful demon, and were even rewarded with three Qi Condensation Pills by their superiors?

How come they didn't know?!

What exactly is going on?

After a moment of shock and silence, Chen San'er and Zhang Man exchanged a glance, as if they had caught some key information, and their eyes gradually became excited.

"Oh my, I caught a few little demons last night, and Young Master Qin rewarded me with a month's salary, that's a lot! More than three Qi Condensation Pills!"

"Young Master Qin even said he'd promote me! To captain? To commander? Oh, I can't wait!"

"Ha ha ha ha……"

"Hahahaha..."

Chen San'er and Zhang Man sang in unison, their voices blending together in a sarcastic and ironic tone. Their voices weren't loud, but they were just loud enough for Xie An to hear clearly.

As they continued, the two couldn't hold back any longer and burst into laughter.

Not far away, Xie An, who witnessed this scene, turned ashen-faced and furious.

"Fuck your mother!!"

"..."