Celestial Master： I Have an Otherworld

Chapter 511 - 15: Fostering Bandits to Strengthen Oneself

"Have you heard? Not long ago, a fisherman from Changtu Prefecture, while fishing, found a Water-Repelling Pearl inside a fish he caught."

"It’s said that holding a Water-Repelling Pearl can part the roaring waves of the sea, allowing one to walk on water as if on solid ground, and even venture into the East Sea to enter the Dragon Palace."

"I’ve heard of it, and I also heard that a family in Yongqing County had their jujube tree bloom and fruit overnight, with each fruit plump and juicy, making the sick jump back to life instantly after eating it."

"..."

"And there’s a blacksmith from Baodi County who forged an indestructible Treasure Saber, but it seems he went mad, killing a dozen people with it before being subdued by a passing young hero."

"That saber must be a Demon Saber that bewilders the mind!"

"What you’re talking about is nothing," someone shouted loudly:

"Have you heard of the Little South King, the most notorious rebel leader now in Yu Province? He’s just over twenty, born to poor parents, yet he has mastered both the martial path and dao, able to contend with a Martial Arts Grandmaster and not be defeated. Even our Cyan Wolf here cannot compare. It’s said that he rose to power upon finding a Jade Stele."

"He never apprenticed under anyone or practiced martial arts, yet in just over a decade, he’s built such a vast empire. That Jade Stele must have been a gift from an Immortal, containing Immortal Skill, which is why he became so formidable."

"Is that true?" someone questioned skeptically.

"Almost certainly."

"There’s more than just the Little South King. The three kings of Jing Province also emerged from obscurity. How can one reason with such happenings?"

"..."

"Waiter."

Fang Zheng beckoned:

"The bill, please."

"On my way." The waiter, who was listening with great interest, ran over upon hearing this, nodding and bowing with a smile, and said:

"That’ll be half a mace of silver."

Fang Zheng paused slightly, took out some silver to settle the bill, and silently calculated the local prices.

’They’ve increased by thirty percent compared to last year, yet according to their conversation, wages have decreased by ten percent from last year.’

’Life in the Prefecture City is becoming harder by the year!’

The people in the tavern continued their spirited discussions.

"I’ve heard people say that whenever a chaotic time is about to come, heaven and earth will undergo strange changes, and all sorts of oddities and evil spirits will appear."

"Chaos brings out heroes; that’s the reasoning."

"Indeed!"

"Back in the day, even the founder of Great Wei wasn’t from a noble family, but through fate managed to dominate the realm. Could it be that chaos is about to return..."

"Shh..."

"You shouldn’t say such things lightly!"

"Be cautious with your words!"

"Be cautious with your words!"

Fang Zheng rose and walked into the bustling long street, heading towards Fang Ping’an’s residence, like any ordinary person.

With great chaos imminent, not only do evil spirits emerge to wreak havoc, but some people also seize opportunities to rise rapidly.

’In recent five years, more Flawless Martial Artists have emerged in Zhaonan Prefecture than in the previous thirty years, and there will only be more in the future.’

’Back in the day.’

’For a Great Zhou Celestial Martial Artist to remain undefeated in the face of a Flawless Martial Artist was enough to earn fame, but now all sorts of extraordinary talents are appearing, and it’s not uncommon for those at the Great Cycle Realm to kill the Flawless; there are even Flawless Martial Artists who withstand the attacks of Martial Sects.’

"Alas!"

Fang Zheng shook his head and sighed softly:

"In such a competitive world, heroes rise; I wonder if I too will encounter such a heaven-sent opportunity."

"Heh..."

"I, Fang, do not seek heaven-sent opportunities, only that I am not reduced to a stepping stone for others to rise to fame, and that will be enough."

With these thoughts, his figure flickered and disappeared into the crowd, unnoticed by those around him.

......

Auxiliary courtyard of the Fang Mansion.

Xiao Qian swung her sleeve, pushed open the door, and swaggered into the study.

"Miss Xiao."

Fang Ping’an frowned:

"This is my study, Miss Xiao. Entry without permission is not allowed, and I don’t recall anyone from the front yard announcing a guest today?"

"Heh..." Xiao Qian smirked disdainfully at his words:

"Fang Ping’an, in this Zhaonan Prefecture, aside from the Commandery Princess’ and Mansion Master’s residences, who can stop me from going where I please?"

"And you can still read books?"

"Why wouldn’t I?" Fang Ping’an set down the book, lowering his eyes to suppress his anger.

"Are you unaware?" Xiao Qian raised an eyebrow:

"Your godfather is in trouble?"

"Oh!" Fang Ping’an looked up, his expression unchanged:

"What could possibly happen to my godfather?"

"It seems you really don’t know anything." Xiao Qian’s lips curled as she casually pulled over a chair and sat grandly:

"The new County Magistrate of Gu’an County died in the County Government Office, and the one who killed him was Fang Zheng. The Prefecture City has already sent people to investigate."

"In a few days, he’ll be escorted back to the Prefecture City for trial."

"Nonsense." Fang Ping’an shook his head:

"My godfather wouldn’t do such a thing."

"Whether he did or not, it’s not for you to say." Xiao Qian sneered:

"To tell you the truth, the person going to investigate in Gu’an County this time is Du Xiu, the Junior Minister of the Ministry of Justice. He has never liked your godfather’s ways."

"Moreover..."

"My martial uncle, Shi Bumi, is accompanying him on this trip."

"Is that so." Fang Ping’an remained calm:

"So what?"

"You still don’t get it!" Xiao Qian shook her head in disappointment at his dull reaction:

"In Gu’an County, the only one capable of killing the County Magistrate in the County Government Office is your godfather. Du Xiu will certainly question him."

"To prevent any ill intentions from your godfather, my martial uncle is overseeing things. This time, he will surely be captured without a fight."

"Do you really have no reaction, or do you not understand the gravity of the situation?"

"Miss Xiao means... my godfather will be in trouble?" Fang Ping’an looked at her, his face full of disdain.

"That’s right!"

Xiao Qian nodded:

"Fang Ping’an, now there are very few people who can save your godfather. I’m one of them. If you’re willing to kneel and beg me, with me pleading for him, maybe his life can be spared."