Then he looked at the woman in white, "I can send you out, but youâll have to wait. We need to prepare, and it will take at least about a month."
"During this time, you can cultivate here. If you have any needs, feel free to speak up."
The womanâs eyes became much clearer, but she still didnât speak, just nodded slightly.
"Everyone, go back and prepare!"
...
After more than twenty days, Chen Xuan and his group were less than a thousand miles from rMolan Mansion.
It would take no more than two more days.
It was evening.
Chen Xuan finished cultivating.
"System!"
Something he did every time.
...
[Realm: Martial Cultivator: Dao Realm (Level 1), Spirit Cultivator: Xuan Rank (Early Stage)]
[Cultivation Techniques: Nine Elements Dao Skill (Dao Grade) (Level 13 (167 million/408 million)), Myriad Manifestation Skill (Level 15 (67 million/130 million))]
[Skill Points: 160 million]
...
"Almost there."
Chen Xuan murmured to himself.
It wouldnât take long for the Nine Elements Dao Skill to have enough skill points for an upgrade.
Butâ
His gaze fell on the Myriad Manifestation Skill.
He shook his head helplessly.
It hadnât progressed much over such a long time.
Of course, thereâs also good news; Luan Ying was about to break through to the mid-stage Xuan Rank, which should be in about ten days.
By then, each dual cultivation of spiritual power should bring in over a hundred thousand skill points.
"Whewâ"
He exhaled a long breath and then withdrew from the system.
He wandered away from the carriage slowly.
"The scenery is nice."
Chen Xuan said with a smile, looking around at the lush green hills and waters. The fatigue of a dayâs cultivation lessened considerably in the face of this verdant scenery.
In the distance, several women were fishing by the lake.
"Husband, come quickly!"
Luan Ying waved to him.
"Coming!"
When Chen Xuan arrived, he saw four or five fish at Luan Yingâs feet, while the other women had none.
No wonder she was so delighted.
"How about it, husband? Still quite impressive, right?"
Luan Ying looked at him smugly.
"You didnât cheat, did you?"
Chen Xuan asked intentionally.
"Of course not. If you donât believe me, ask the sisters."
The group had agreed beforehand that no one was allowed to use spiritual power or spiritual force, relying purely on skill. Whoever caught the most fish would receive an inner garment from each of the others.
"Alright, even if you won, itâs getting late. Letâs have grilled fish tonight. Liu Si, go prepare."
Chen Xuan ended the womenâs bet and shouted loudly at Liu Si in the distance.
"Yes!"
Even with his Immortal Grade, he was still the weakest in terms of strength here, so these odd jobs naturally fell to him.
Of course, he was willing to do them.
Who wouldnât, if they could reach Immortal Grade by doing errands? Only a fool wouldnât do it.
Night!
Chen Xuan set up the array and started their usual nightly activities.
However... the carriage was still shaky, something he couldnât change.
Fortunately, most of the women had gotten used to it by now.
Except for Qin Ying and a few others, who hadnât.
After an intense battle, Chen Xuan lay on Luan Yingâs lap.
For some reason, he really liked this feeling now, especially the fragrance on her, which helped him sleep well.
Luan Yingâs hands gently caressed his face.
These days, except for the tight space in the carriage where he couldnât move freely, everything else was very good, even more comfortable than in September City.
Before long, Chen Xuan fell into a deep sleep.
...
Two days later.
Chen Xuan and his party finally returned to rMolan Mansion.
"Ah.... finally home."
Luan Ying was very excited, running into the backyard first.
Looking at the flowers and plants she had cultivated.
"Not bad, not bad, theyâre all doing quite well."
She nodded with satisfaction.
"Arrange them for me, Iâll be in the study."
Chen Xuan instructed Ning Xin beside him and walked towards the study.
"Ladies, this way please."
"Thank you!"
...
Returning to the study after a few months.
It was as clean as when he left, no doubt Qin Ke personally cleaned it.
After all, he wouldnât let outsiders into his study.
He closed his eyes and sensed slightly.
"Not here."
So she must be in the Three Judicial Departments.
As he had guessed, at that moment, Qin Ke was in the main hall of the Three Judicial Departments.
However, the atmosphere was a bit cold.
Especially Zongzheng, who had a very unpleasant expression.
Because yesterday, the Ritual Departmentâs assessment of the Three Judicial Departments was delivered.
Grade D.
The Ritual Departmentâs assessments are divided into four levels: A, B, C, and D.
The Three Judicial Departments of their rMolan Mansion belonged to the lowest level.
In the past, grade C was already very precarious, and to remain stable, at least a grade B was needed.
Now they were rated grade D by those people from the Ritual Department.
Without any surprises, the chief and deputy director of the Three Judicial Departments of rMolan Mansion would be replaced.
"Sir, whatâs wrong?"
Qin Ke asked softly, having been sitting idly here for more than an hour, while Zongzheng hadnât said a word.
But his ashen face clearly indicated something big had happened.
And it was a very big matter.
"Do you want to be the director of the Three Judicial Departments?"
Zongzheng suddenly spoke, startling Qin Ke.
He didnât understand what this meant.
He quickly stood up, speaking in panic, "Sir, donât joke with me. Iâve always been loyal to you. Becoming a Golden Suit is already a great blessing from my ancestors; how dare I dream of the directorâs position? Please donât scare me."
As he spoke, cold sweat even appeared on his forehead.
Clearly, he was genuinely terrified.
"Donât be afraid, have a seat and letâs talk!"
Zongzheng comforted him.
He had just discussed with his elder brother, and since the Ritual Department had already rated them grade D, this result couldnât be changed.
So it wouldnât be long before he and his elder brother would leave rMolan Mansion.
But he was reluctant to leave cleanly after working hard here for so many years...
So he planned to let Qin Ke take his position.