Chapter 852 - 400: Beating Kong Li, Plotting for the Golden Guard, the Madam’s Silkworm Tower, Mere Madam

Chapter 852: Chapter 400: Beating Kong Li, Plotting for the Golden Guard, the Madam’s Silkworm Tower, Mere Madam

Lei Chong paused, his expression unsightly. Li Hengfeng said, "Although Li Hengfeng is destined to meet his fate, I have crushed the prestige of the Gold Appraisal Guard once."

Xu Shaoqian said indifferently, "You may evade for a moment, but eventually, the Gold Appraisal Guard will capture you. Even if you escape tonight, you cannot leave Jade City. Capturing you is merely a matter of time."

Li Hengfeng replied, "Your words seem rather sophistic. It is fine, as I am already a prisoner, further verbal antics may only exacerbate the offense."

His retreat to advance made the Gold Appraisal Guard seethe with anger, unable to respond. The Gold Appraisal Guard held high status, not short of talented family descendants, proud and aloof. Faced with such provocation, they wanted to argue multiple times, yet felt powerless.

Li Xian knew Li Hengfeng intended to help him, meeting by chance yet willing, felt grateful, and proactively said, "Though I am a healer, I have always admired the Gold Appraisal Guard. It has been a long-held wish to join them. This moment presents a rare opportunity, I dare to ask if there is a chance?"

Xu Shaoqian was taken aback, asking, "You wish to join the Gold Appraisal Guard?" Li Xian responded, "Indeed!"

The Gold Appraisal Guard thought, "If he joins, then this miscreant remains a capture of the Guard, thus preserving our dignity. But our status cannot allow trivial anger to easily let someone join. Thinking back, even with family backing, it took years of hardship to secure such a position!"

Lei Chong smirked, "What is your background?" Li Xian replied, "Ordinary Yu People."

Lei Chong asked, "Any family behind you? Who among your relatives holds the highest status?"

Li Xian merely shook his head.

Lei Chong pressed, "How many years have you served? What deeds have you accomplished? Any letters of recommendation?"

Each enquiry was denied.

Lei Chong finally sneered, "How could someone like you join our Gold Appraisal Guard? Do you think anyone can enter such an esteemed group?"

Xu Shaoqian raised his hand to stop, looked at Li Xian, and asked, "Do you truly aim to join the Gold Appraisal Guard?"

Lei Chong said, "Central Lang General, you wouldn’t..." Xu Shaoqian gestured to silence him, contemplating other plans, quietly observing Li Xian.

Li Xian displayed neither pride nor humility, as this was his plan for advancement, not the only path. He had tried his best to negotiate. If it failed, he would leave with ease, saying, "Certainly true. But if the Gold Appraisal Guard cannot accommodate me, then let it be."

Xu Shaoqian commented, "You have quite a character, fitting indeed. Martial artists without character are unworthy of learning Martial Arts. I, Xu Shaoqian, always offer chances. From today, you are a provisional Catai Guard. After a month of verification, you shall be a formal Catai Guard of the Gold Appraisal!"

He picked up a pebble. Holding it in hand, he squeezed it forcefully, then released, the pebble turned into jade green. He threw it to Li Xian, saying, "Tomorrow, take this to West Wind Street to find Marquis’ shop."

Xu Shaoqian asked, "Why do you wear a mask?" Li Xian answered, "My face is ugly, unwilling to show."

Xu Shaoqian glanced at the jade plaque at Li Xian’s waist, casually saying, "Very well, you may wear it then."

Li Xian asked, "May I inquire, how will this criminal be dealt with?" Xu Shaoqian replied, "He stole, the decision lies with the victim."

Lei Chong flicked his whip, wrapping Li Hengfeng’s legs, dragging him along the ground. The Gold Appraisal Guard dispersed.

Li Xian thought, "Without Li Hengfeng’s help, the outcome of this matter was hard to predict. Yet, though meeting by chance, there is no deep bond. Our conversation went well, yet to aid against adversity, even to the extent of becoming a criminal, is beyond me. For me, the bond isn’t strong enough. Moreover, my current power and foundation aren’t enough for reckless actions. If fate allows, I’m willing to repay his kindness later, but affairs of Jianghu are unpredictable."

Kong Li, lacking support, was teetering, his gaze venomous, fixed on Li Xian. His long-held wish was effortlessly realized by Li Xian.

The dignified County Captain, lacking prestige, taught harshly by a mere Yu People, was beaten miserably. Yet that person rose further borrowing the opportunity.

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Li Xian felt relaxed, as he was situated in Zhou Mountain Square. It was a considerable distance from "Tongji Square". Plus, the streets and alleys were complexly intertwined, walking within them made him dizzy.

Li Xian knew there was no time for rest tonight. But he must return to the Miraculous Healer Pavilion and explain the circumstances to Yao Baishun. He walked, enjoying the scenery of Zhou Mountain Square along the way.

Suddenly, passing a major street, he saw a towering building. He was astonished for a moment, then understood.

The building was entirely multicolored, woven entirely from Silk. Despite its immense height, it was incredibly sturdy. This was the "Silk Tower".

Li Xian had an inkling, knowing it must be Wen Caishang’s enterprise. He thought, "Jade City is wealthy, the lady holds vast wealth. Clearly, Jade City wouldn’t lack her industry. Her Silk is exceptional, even within Jade City, it is unparalleled. How could it not be sold in Jade City? Clearly, caution is necessary, avoiding her in Jade City might not be possible."

Then he sighed, "Li Xian, oh Li Xian, last time you made her miserable, this time meeting her might not end well. You need to strive further, strengthen yourself, and not be intimidated by a woman. Such a lady daringly imposes, capture and teach her a lesson."

The Silk Tower was extremely eye-catching, woven from Silk, impervious to water or fire, exquisite. The building stood over a hundred feet, the moonlight reflected, Silk shimmering with multicolored brilliance. Viewed along the street, the tower was top-notch.