A Journey Through the Martial World After Transforming into a Loli

Master Tiancong couldn't sit still any longer. This wasn't road construction; it was blatant disregard for human life! How difficult is it to build a road in the mountains? Needless to say, such places are already difficult to transport supplies. With so many people involved, how will they be provided with food and lodging?

Most importantly, how many people will die under such intense pressure during road construction? These are bloody historical events. Indeed, this young girl still lacks foresight in her actions.

It's important to know that many factions require their members to bring their own food when building roads, and they don't even provide accommodation, leaving them to fend for themselves. They also set time limits for completing certain phases of tasks in order to finish the road as quickly as possible. This isn't just the case with road construction; many projects are done this way.

Therefore, every time there was a construction project, it was accompanied by the bloodshed of innocent civilians. Master Tiancong knew this all too well, but he was helpless about it. This was how it was done, so what else could he do?

With a long sigh, Master Tiancong felt it necessary to personally meet with the grandmaster and hope to persuade her to postpone the road construction. It wouldn't be too late to discuss it later when the time was right.

However, when Master Tiancong passed by the road construction site, he was filled with questions. Where was the foreman? Where did the foreman go?

He originally wanted to find the foreman at the construction site and persuade him to treat the road-building workers kindly, so that they could go home after he had persuaded Master Lin. However, there was no foreman there.

Well, it's not that there aren't any. In his mind, the overseer should be like this: holding a whip and constantly lashing those who are lazy or too tired to stand up. But the overseer now is like this.

"I'm telling you, come and take a look at this place. What do you think of it? If it's flat, we'll move to another location. Today's task is to advance ten kilometers. You guys, yes, I'm telling you, didn't you see the water has already been delivered? Take a break, take a break for a while. You've been working for two hours already, you need to rest, you hear me?"

A big question mark appeared above Master Tiancong's head. He had to rest after working for two hours straight, and he even sent someone to deliver water to him.

Looking at the still steaming pot, Master Tiancong was even more bewildered. Was this a road construction site, or something else? And why was there hot water?

Liu Gouzi worked hard again today and has already received his first paycheck. He originally wanted to take leave to go home and bring his children with him, but he was persuaded not to.

In the guard's own words, "We need people at home too, there's no need for all the children to come. Besides, the road construction isn't 100% safe, so it's better to keep the children at home."

Liu Gouzi thought it made sense. Building roads in the mountains wasn't exactly safe, so he figured it was better to do it himself. Once they were outside and the environment was better, he could let them join in.

He was about to get some hot water from the pot when he was stopped by a monk he didn't recognize, leaving him somewhat bewildered.

Master Tiancong stopped a road construction worker to inquire about the situation at the construction site and why the supervisor was behaving this way. He even provided them with hot water.

Then Master Tiancong felt like he had come to the wrong place. What a joke! Food and lodging provided, meals with rice and vegetables every day, meat and vegetables every three days, and a daily quota of tasks that could be completed before resting.

This is ridiculous! Even Buddha would forgive him for swearing. Is this still a road construction site? Is this still the road construction model that all those forces approve of? What happened to the promise of ignoring everything? What happened to the promise of providing your own food? They've forgotten all that.

When he asked the foreman why there was no whip, Liu Gouzi was surprised, no, even shocked.

"Master, why is there a whip? Does it mean we don't work hard enough, or that we deserve to be beaten?"

That's a rather harsh statement, but that's not the point. The implication of this commoner is that they don't need whips at all; they will work hard on their own.

Master Tiancong scratched his head again, a question mark popping up once more. They could work hard without whips or overseers, which was different from what he knew before.

“Master, the work here is good, food and lodging are provided. If we don’t work hard, how can we be human? Most importantly, we get paid if we work hard. We have to work hard for the sake of the pay.”

Wait a minute, Master Tiancong felt like he had heard another incredible piece of news. Wages? There were wages again? He looked in surprise at the middle-aged man in front of him, whose face was dark but whose eyes shone with light when he spoke.

What kind of wages are you talking about?

"Master, you don't even know about wages?" Perhaps realizing that his tone was a bit off, Liu Gouzi worried that the master would think he was mocking him, so he quickly changed his words.

“We come here to work. Those with skills can earn three qian of silver a week, and those without skills can still earn one qian of silver a week. Moreover, we are provided with food and lodging. The silver we earn is pure profit. Who wouldn’t want to work hard, finish our work as soon as possible, and go home with the money?”

Is this still the road construction he remembers? It's all about food and lodging, rest days, fixed quotas—you do a certain amount each day, then you get a break. Most importantly, these people get paid.

Are you sure you're talking about road construction? Which power would dare to do this? He just wants to know, which power would dare to do this? If this becomes the norm, then every power that wants to do similar projects in the future will have to do it this way, right? This will make us a target for other powers.

However, looking at the middle-aged man in front of him, whose eyes were filled with hope, he couldn't say that what he was doing was wrong. It seemed that he really had to go and meet this grandmaster named Lin Xueyi.

Just then, a small figure appeared on the road construction site. The light blue long shirt and the high ponytail made the little girl less cute and more dashing.

"That young lady over there must be Grandmaster Lin Xueyi."

Liu Gouzi followed the other person's finger and saw that Miss Lin had come here again. She would come here around this time every day, saying she wanted to check on the progress of the project, but they all knew that she was actually just checking on how the people here were doing, because she was worried about them.

How could anyone not like such a young lady? In fact, everyone was thinking that when they got home, they would put up a longevity tablet for her so that this kind-hearted young lady could live to be a hundred years old.

As if sensing someone watching her, Lin Xue followed the gaze and quickly spotted the large monk talking to a worker nearby. His gleaming head was hard to miss.

“Miss, that’s someone from the Buddhist sect, right? When Lord Luo, uh, Luo Jiushang, was around, he had a good relationship with some people from the Buddhist sect. I’m worried that he’s here to cause trouble.”

After noticing Master Tiancong, the guards began to be on alert. Before Lin Xueyi arrived, they simply kept an eye on things, since most of the people here were ordinary citizens, and even if he were ruthless, he wouldn't harm ordinary people.

But things changed after Lin Xueyi arrived. After all, it was Lin Xueyi who defeated Luo Jiushang. At this time, it was still unknown whether the Buddhist sect's arrival was someone Luo Jiushang had found to help him.

This is somewhat regrettable. Luo Jiushang's body had long been devoured by wild beasts, leaving not a trace. The only person who knew that Luo Jiushang had been killed did not dare to tell Lin Xueyi and the others, so they still believed that Luo Jiushang was alive.

As for the real murderers, they originally wanted people to believe that Luo Jiushang was still alive, so that they could divert Lin Xueyi's attention to Luo Jiushang while making some small moves, and thus carry out some actions behind the scenes.

The same applies to the martial arts world, so it's understandable that the guards have such suspicions. However, this doesn't bother Lin Xueyi. Moreover, she sees that this monk isn't the kind of person who's here to cause trouble, so she slowly walks up to him.

He clasped his hands together in a gesture of respect and said, "I wonder what brings you here, Master?"

Being greeted by a grandmaster first made Master Tiancong feel flattered, and he repeatedly returned the greeting, saying, "This humble monk's Dharma name is Tiancong. I heard that Grandmaster Lin is preparing to build a road connecting Xiaoyao City to the outside world. This humble monk came here because I was worried about the people here..."

Before Master Tiancong could finish speaking, Lin Xueyi interrupted him with a natural voice. She understood that when she wanted to repair the road, those people had already told her about the road repair situation.

In Lin Xueyi's view, that approach was no different from tyranny; it was utterly disregard for human life. If they really built the road that way, the road builders would probably all be dead before her road was even finished. No wonder Xiaoyao City had never had any roads built.

However, once she arrives, she naturally wants to change the way the road is built. Not paying people, not providing meals, and still making them work—what kind of logic is that? Providing meals, lodging, and wages is the only way to get people to come.

Master Tiancong directly voiced his doubts: doing this would offend all the forces in the martial arts world. After all, anyone might undertake some basic construction projects, and if this were done on a large scale, it would cause significant damage to the interests of various factions. Was it really worth it?

“Well, Master Tiancong, I don’t know what you’re thinking, but I feel that some things have to be done by someone, and it’s just that I’m the first one to do it. Besides, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with doing this. Getting paid for doing work is a matter of course. If we can make the people’s lives better, why should we exploit them like this?”

This is the problem of not having a country. If there is a country, then naturally there will be people to organize things. But without a country, those underworld forces can do whatever they want to ordinary people, even exploiting them to this extent, and still no one is willing to stand up for them.

To put it bluntly, this network of interests is so large that it encompasses the entire underworld, and even such obvious mistakes have become accepted as correct.

"Is Master Lin trying to say that what you did was not wrong, but that the problem lies with the martial arts world?"

"Isn't right and wrong already in the master's mind?"

Instead of answering directly, he smiled and asked a question in return, which made Tiancong burst out laughing, "As you sow, so shall you reap. Everything is created by the mind. It seems that Master Lin is indeed quite good."

Upon hearing Lin Xueyi's words, Master Tiancong knew his answer. How could someone who was willing to change a mistake he had long taken for granted, a master who cared about the people, possibly bring disaster to the martial arts world and stir up bloodshed in the Jianghu?

"It seems the master already has the answer."

"I have the answer, but it makes this humble monk ashamed. If possible, I wonder if you could take this humble monk to visit the City of Leisure?"

"Ah? Going to Xiaoyao City? That might have to wait. I came here today to check on the progress of the road construction and think about how to proceed. I wonder if Master would be willing to take a look here first?"

Master Tiancong glanced at the bustling construction site behind him and nodded. "That's good. This humble monk can also witness this way of road construction."

Lin Xueyi didn't hesitate and immediately raised her hand in a gesture of invitation, "Then this way please."

"Then I will trouble Master Lin to lead the way."

Along the way, Master Tiancong once again witnessed Lin Xueyi's status in the hearts of these people. No matter where she went, the people who were repairing the road would sincerely greet Lin Xueyi, not as "Grandmaster," but as "Miss."

It was as if they had truly become members of Lin Xueyi's family. He even heard that some people had already planned to take their families to Xiaoyao City after returning home, as Lin Xueyi reportedly owned many mines there and needed a large number of workers. It was also said that food, lodging, and wages were provided. This way, they would have long-term employment.

Looking at that small figure again from behind, Master Tiancong sighed softly. The Buddhists said she was causing chaos in the martial arts world and would stir up bloodshed, but her actions gave many people hope for survival and made their lives better.

And what about them? They ignore those long-established mistakes and instead doubt this young girl. How should justice in this world be judged?

Main text: Chapter 194 The Little Girl's Privileges (Two chapters published together)

Under Lin Xueyi's guidance, Master Tiancong witnessed another possibility. This possibility of construction opened his eyes. There was no need for so-called supervisors, nor any corporal punishment. The people were all working very seriously.

Everyone knows what they should do, and everyone understands why they are doing it. They face their daily work with the utmost initiative. Although they are tired, one can see a radiance in their eyes—a radiance called hope.

I had lunch with Lin Xueyi that day. The food was quite good. It was different from what I had imagined: porridge and pickled vegetables. It was real white rice with stewed vegetables. Today it was stewed cabbage. I heard that yesterday they stewed radish for everyone. It is said that there was some tofu and other things in it.

Even Master Tiancong, who wasn't particularly picky about food, had to admit that the meals here were already top-notch for ordinary people. No wonder they worked so diligently.

Even when some supervisors asked them to rest, they still voluntarily cleaned up the trash after their work, saying that if they cleaned it up now, they could rest earlier at night and take a hot shower in advance.

That's right, it's hot baths. After hearing what these people said, Tiancong was filled with all sorts of questions. How could there be hot baths? What kind of place is this?

"There is plenty of water in the mountains here, so we can fetch water. We also found a natural hot spring not far away, and we brought the water from there. Although the temperature is a bit low, it will be the best enjoyment for them. I can't help with too much, but I can still make sure they have logistical support."

After seeing the trucks carrying water, Master Tiancong felt that if Xiaoyao City were under Lin Xueyi's leadership, it might be even better than Luo Jiushang's. At least in terms of people's livelihood, she was far superior to Luo Jiushang.

"Master Lin, are you planning to take over Xiaoyao City for yourself?"

In fact, in many people's eyes, this was already a natural outcome. If a grandmaster's city doesn't belong to her, then who would dare to take it over?

However, to his surprise, Lin Xueyi waved her hands repeatedly, indicating that she had never considered owning the carefree city. Her idea was to live in seclusion here in the future, but she would never actually take over a city. Seclusion and management are two different things. Especially managing a city—how exhausting! She didn't want that. She'd rather have Ruoxue under her and have some fun with her.

Emmm, Lin Xueyi shook off the memory of being dominated by Ruoxue. That's right, she had been letting Ruoxue win before, adhering to the idea that a good man doesn't fight with a woman, and had been letting her win all along. It wasn't that she couldn't beat her.

Master Tiancong didn't quite understand Lin Xueyi's thoughts. Although he had no desire for power, some things that were considered normal in the martial arts world seemed to be overturned by Lin Xueyi.

The road construction is one thing, but the ownership of this carefree city is another. However, it must be said that she is indeed a very good young lady. At least in his opinion, she deserves to be liked and respected by so many people.

Thinking this, Master Tiancong rode in the carriage and soon returned to Xiaoyao City with Lin Xueyi. It must be said that traveling on the newly repaired road was indeed much faster than when they came to Xiaoyao City before.

Master Tiancong smiled as he looked at Lin Xueyi. If there were more masters like him in the martial arts world, perhaps the common people would live a better life.

“Master Lin, I don’t quite understand why you want to build roads. Originally, there were no roads in Xiaoyao City, but because of its mystery, many forces dared not covet it. Now that you have built roads, many outside forces will set their sights on Xiaoyao City, and your interests may be greatly affected.”

Tilting her head, Lin Xueyi didn't want to show her disdain for the master's words, but she still gave him a "hehe" in response.

Although he didn't know what Lin Xueyi's "hehe" meant, it couldn't be anything good. But Master Tiancong became even more curious. This attitude clearly indicated that building the road would bring benefits that he himself hadn't seen.

“Master Tiancong, you have also walked this section of the road that has been repaired. What do you think of the road?”

Thinking about how quickly they were traveling along the way, much faster than before, Master Tiancong gave a thumbs up to the newly built road. From where they came to Xiaoyao City, at their previous speed, it would have taken at least two days to get here, considering they still needed to find their way. Now, they arrived in less than half a day; it was undeniable that the road construction had significantly accelerated their journey deeper into the city.

Although the passage is narrow and it is somewhat difficult to enter, it is still much better than before.

"Master Lin, this road is very well built. It will greatly shorten the travel time here in the future."

After listening to Master Tiancong's words, Lin Xueyi nodded in satisfaction. The previous one lasted a long time, but it didn't feel good. This one was a bit shorter, but it was thicker and easier to penetrate. This made her feel much more pleasured.

"But Master Lin, you still haven't told me the answer. What are the benefits of building this road?"

Despite asking the question earnestly, Lin Xueyi could only sigh inwardly. She had explained it so clearly, yet the girl still didn't understand.

“Master, Xiaoyao City is rich in minerals, forestry resources, and wild game. Everything here needs to be developed. But how can it be developed? Relying solely on people? That’s impossible.”

He could understand what the talkative girl was saying, but he didn't understand it at all. If he didn't rely on others, would he rely on fate? But he didn't interrupt Lin Xueyi. Instead, he pretended to listen with great interest. However, as Lin Xueyi talked more, he couldn't help but fall into thought.

"What does Xiaoyao City lack? Yes, it lacks food, vegetables, and many other necessities. Does Xiaoyao City have abundant resources? Yes, we have mineral deposits, salt wells, and even a lot of wild game and timber. These are all things that Xiaoyao City can export. Once the roads are repaired, these things can be exported continuously. At that time, the food and other things that Xiaoyao City lacks can also be continuously imported."

Looking at Lin Xueyi, whose eyes shone as she spoke, Master Tiancong nodded in approval. That's exactly how a grandmaster should be—a grandmaster who cares for the people.

"Eh? Master, is there a problem with what I said? Why are you suddenly looking at me like that?"

Feeling a little uneasy under the master's smiling gaze, Lin Xueyi looked down at herself. She was fine, and then thought about what she had just said. She didn't seem to have said anything wrong, so why was he suddenly looking at her like that?

"It's nothing, I just feel that if all the masters in the martial arts world were like Master Lin, then the lives of ordinary people would probably be much better than they are now."

These heartfelt words made Lin Xueyi blush with embarrassment. She just hoped that she could live a better life. She couldn't possibly be unable to buy anything she wanted in Xiaoyao City when she went into seclusion in the future. That would be too embarrassing for her as a transmigrator.