Chapter 108: The True Legacy of Ruoxi

They fought on the frontline for the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" for many years, suffering countless casualties.

It was through these sacrifices that the Yu Family earned its prestigious status.

Like the Yu Family, the Fu Family also paid a hefty price.

Almost every few years, the grievous news of a Foundation Establishment Realm expert’s death at the frontline would return.

The battles at the frontline were so fierce that even the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" was deeply pained!

To maintain the frontline, several corps of the "Guardian Army" took turns being deployed there for combat.

As a result, even Nascent Soul ancestors from the Sect had to sit at the frontline for prolonged periods.

No one could clearly say how or why this war started in the first place.

In any case, the Profound Sect, Demon Sect, Demon Race, Buddhist Sect, Ghost Sect, and Witch Race had been fighting unknowingly for over two hundred years.

And the frontline showed no signs of ceasing; it was unknown how much longer this war would last.

The deepest secrets of this conflict were likely only known to the Nascent Soul ancestors.

"I wonder when we’ll be able to go to the frontline! I’m already weary of staying in the Sect."

Fu Chao also joined in and said,

"Our cultivation is still too weak; we have no qualifications to participate in matters at the frontline."

Yu Yunyi shook her head slightly and said, "But it’s the end of the year now. The annual tax collection time has arrived. I wonder if we can secure a good position."

"Indeed! It’s a top-tier gig!"

Several inner sect disciples’ eyes lit up upon hearing this, quickly agreeing.

"Tax collection?"

Li Yunjing was taken aback. Only then did he realize how little he knew and how many things he did not understand.

This made Li Yunjing completely quiet down, carefully listening to the conversations of his fellow disciples, wanting to learn something from them.

"Indeed, it’s tax collection! In the Great Ming Dynasty, there are many aristocratic families and Sects. These forces, classified as large, medium, and small, must all submit to our Shenxiao Dao Sect."

Seeing that Li Yunjing did not understand, Lv Ruoxi explained to him, "Every February, the Sect sends people to audit the accounts."

Fu Chao chuckled and said, "This is a top-tier gig! Our selected task executors would be like secular Imperial Envoys, holding the power of life and death over the other Sects!"

"Because there isn’t a single Sect or family that is entirely clean!"

Yu Zongzhe also laughed and continued, "So, those of us going down to audit the accounts have many benefits. These small Sects and families would treat the auditors as their most important guests and give us some benefits in private."

"Yes, that’s the situation!"

Several other inner sect disciples nodded in agreement.

Xu Xun shook his head slightly, sighed, and said, "The Sect’s wealth loses three-tenths like this!"

"Hehe..."

Upon hearing Xu Xun’s words, everyone’s expressions turned sour.

After all, some came from aristocratic families or were tied to smaller families and Sects; they were all beneficiaries.

Only Xu Xun, who was always strict, impartial, and thorough in his inspections.

Remembering that Xu Xun once caused trouble over auditing accounts, leading to the extermination of a small family, everyone felt somewhat uneasy.

This Senior Xu was really ruthless!

Xu Xun naturally knew their thoughts but merely shook his head slightly, not saying much.

No matter how arrogant or fair Xu Xun was, he couldn’t offend so many representatives from influential backgrounds present.

The Fu Family, the Yu Family...

They were not easy to deal with either!

Who knows how much unpaid tax the two families withheld secretly.

Of course, this was a well-known unspoken rule.

Not even the Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall would be so unwise as to investigate the Fu Family and Yu Family directly.

Besides, these people were allies of Xu Xun; they were part of the same faction within the Sect.

No matter how crazy Xu Xun was, he wouldn’t harm his own allies’ power.

However, if he went down to audit a small force without any background, they would be unlucky, as he would certainly enforce the law impartially and without mercy.

"Hehe! We all know about Senior Xu’s character! Frankly, I admire Senior Xu greatly!"

Yu Zongzhe laughed.

"Indeed! We all respect Senior Xu’s abilities!"

Fu Chao also agreed.

The two families needed Xu Xun as a "friend," so they had to show respect when needed.

This way, it wouldn’t appear that the Yu Family and the Fu Family were afraid of Xu Xun but rather increased others’ awe of them.

Because Xu Xun couldn’t move the two great families!

Even the Law Enforcement Hall couldn’t touch them.

Yu Zongzhe and Fu Chao had enough confidence to say such things.

It showcased the magnanimity of elite families since, even if knowing someone harbored discontent towards them, they would just smile and not distance themselves from Xu Xun.

They were not afraid of Xu Xun approaching with ulterior motives against them.

This was the core strength of a top-tier family.

In the Great Ming Empire, apart from the overall will of the Shenxiao Dao Sect, no force could shake the Yu Family and Fu Family!

"Senior brothers and sisters, if any of you receive this task, could you take me along to gain some experience? I’d simply like to go out and see the other families and Sects without interfering in your affairs."

Li Yunjing suddenly spoke.

His words caused a slight surprise among the others before they nodded with kind smiles.

Several people even stated that if they had the chance, they would choose to take Li Yunjing along.

"Excellent!"

Li Yunjing rejoiced. There were over a hundred teams dispatched for account auditing.

The chances for the gathered talents with Yu Yunyi were not so slim that they wouldn’t get a quota.

Going out would allow him to clear up some of his belongings.

Given he had so many items he couldn’t use or sell within the Sect...

Because of that damn discount policy, twenty percent off!

Purchases were at twenty percent off, so naturally, sales were also twenty percent off!

If he went out, found a few markets to sell his items at full price, he could earn a full profit!

With so many items in his possession, that amounted to thousands of spirit stones in difference!

Not to mention himself, even those present would be pained. Who would dare sell to the Sect’s internal market?

"Junior Brother Li, I might have a quota. I will inform you then. Here is my Communication Talisman."

No one expected that Lv Ruoxi would speak up.

This true disciple had already secured a quota for auditing accounts a month and a half before the Sect’s plan was finalized!

This was indeed extraordinary!

Even Yu Yunyi and Fu Chao looked at her.

Only Xu Xun and Yu Zongzhe remained composed, seemingly unsurprised.

"Senior Sister Lv, your skill is impressive! Sister envies you for taking such a good task quietly. I wonder which Sect it is from?"

Yu Yunyi smiled at Lv Ruoxi, her eyes sparkling.

"It’s nothing! My teacher helped me apply for a quota."

Lv Ruoxi tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and lightly explained, "This time, we’re going to a ’Myriad Swords Sect,’ a mid-sized Sect located two thousand miles southwest of the Shenxiao Dao Sect within the Great Ming Dynasty."

All the inner sect disciples looked at Lv Ruoxi with envious eyes.

Impressive!

Absolutely impressive!

Before the Sect’s plan was even formulated, she secured a quota for a mid-sized Sect!

What capability was this!

None of the true disciples were pushovers!

In the Great Ming Dynasty, a mid-sized Sect required at least three Foundation Establishment cultivators and no less than five hundred disciples.

The ’Myriad Swords Sect’s’ strength was considerable!

Lv Ruoxi’s selection for this Sect’s account auditing clearly indicated significant profits!

"Thank you, Senior Sister, for helping me! Here’s my contact frequency."

Li Yunjing stood up and exchanged contact details with Lv Ruoxi.

This woman, standing close by, was smiling sweetly, her eyes watery, her faint scent alluring.

Lv Ruoxi was an irresistible beauty, like a blooming peach flower, stunningly gorgeous.

Especially her tall, slender legs, which unconsciously drew Li Yunjing’s gaze.

Lv Ruoxi had a unique, enchanting fragrance.

The intermittent waves of scent drifted into his nose, nearly making him want to grab this enchantress.

Lv Ruoxi’s charm differed from Liu Ruyan’s, yet both were equally irresistible to men.

Lv Ruoxi secretly sent a voice transmission, "Junior Brother Li, I will notify you then and arrange a task for you, allowing you to gain some benefits as well."

Lv Ruoxi’s intentions were obvious.

She sought to win him over!

Giving him a role would give him an opportunity in the accounts.

The ’Myriad Swords Sect’ would certainly show him respect!

This moved Li Yunjing, who replied, "Thanks, Senior Sister, for your support."

There’s no reason not to accept benefits! As for her true motives, Li Yunjing wasn’t interested. Lv Ruoxi and he didn’t share profound ties like he did with Yu Yunyi.

If she had ulterior motives, he wouldn’t let her manipulate him. At worst, they’d split ways.

Having exchanged Communication Talismans, Li Yunjing leisurely returned to his seat, still contemplating.

At that moment, Yu Yunyi subtly sent a voice transmission, "Let’s see. If I manage to get a quota, follow me."

It seemed Yu Yunyi had noticed her close friend’s thoughts and wanted to intervene.

This annoyed Yu Yunyi.

Lv Ruoxi, that wench, dared to poach in front of her!

For the sake of winning over Li Yunjing, she had invested greatly and helped him multiple times. She couldn’t let Lv Ruoxi’s enchanting tactics steal Li Yunjing, this young virile man.

"Hehe..."

Li Yunjing chuckled inwardly, immediately responding, "Don’t worry, Miss! My heart is solely with you. Your kindness is etched in my heart. Just say the word, and I’d return from Senior Sister Lv right away!"

He hadn’t expected Lv Ruoxi’s provocation to stir up Yu Yunyi.

It seemed having charm and many suitors was beneficial!

If it weren’t for Lv Ruoxi’s timely intervention, Yu Yunyi would have only outwardly maintained courtesy. How could she speak so urgently otherwise?

Wasn’t this obviously showing that Yu Yunyi valued him highly?

"Hmph!"

A cold snort reached Li Yunjing’s ears. He looked over to see Yu Yunyi glaring at him.

Li Yunjing gave an awkward smile, rubbing his nose.

Seeing this, Yu Yunyi said nothing more and turned to continue entertaining the guests.