Chapter 867 - 404: Rare Leisure—Tiger Robe, Silver Mask, Black Spear, Noble Steed, and the Attention of All

Chapter 867: Chapter 404: Rare Leisure—Tiger Robe, Silver Mask, Black Spear, Noble Steed, and the Attention of All

After a long search, as dusk fell, in the "Yuanbao Square, Xizi Street, Santong Alley," I found a serene and elegant residence with a small courtyard. The monthly rent is "three taels" of silver, quite expensive.

Li Xian meticulously selected the place, and it suited him best. He negotiated with the original owner of the property, who initially had a poor attitude and looked down on Li Xian. Seeing Li Xian in rough cloth and linen garments, the owner assumed he could not rent for long and was unwilling to lease it. However, when Li Xian raised an eyebrow and revealed the "Gold Appraisal Guard" token,

the owner’s attitude changed, and a smile appeared on his face. After inspecting the Gold Appraisal Guard token to confirm its authenticity, he instead urged Li Xian to rent it. The owner even proactively lowered the rent to only "two taels and two hundred and thirty-six wen" per month.

This residence has four complete rooms and a small courtyard, taking up a significant amount of space. In Jade City, where every inch of land is precious, similar residences could rent or sell for three taels and five hundred coins, three taels and two hundred coins... and so on.

The Qingping Building endured hardships for a dozen years, with ordinary constables for several decades. The monthly salary was only four taels of silver. Such rent was surprisingly below the low price! It was unexpected for Li Xian.

Li Xian deeply understood that "Jade City" judges people by appearance, where even a mere "token" can earn obvious compliments and privileges. He agreed, going with the flow. The landlord immediately ordered someone to write down a contract with a "vermilion pen," and both parties pressed their fingerprints on it. Li Xian paid the rent for that month.

This serene residence would temporarily belong to Li Xian.

Li Xian had few belongings, with important items stored in a brocade bag within a fish’s belly. He carried only some miscellaneous items on his person. When he left the inn during the day, he had already checked out, settled the bill, and carried his bag with him. At this moment, he could move in directly.

This residence was named "Shepherd Jujube Residence" because of a jujube tree in the inner courtyard. It is slightly secluded, peaceful, and two turns away, there is a night market.

Although uninhabited for a long time, it was often managed by servants. It required bedding and kitchenware to be added. Li Xian closed the door latch with a heavy breath, enjoying this small world alone. He thought with joy: "Compared with the myriad of magnificent buildings in Jade City, this Shepherd Jujube Residence may be nothing. But step by step, from the cold water prison to a shared wooden house with five people, to a solitary prison cell, to a small miscellaneous courtyard house, and finally to this Shepherd Jujube Residence."

"As the environment gradually improves, situations gradually get better. I also become stronger bit by bit. Status and position... have all changed completely from a few months ago. Becoming a Gold Appraisal Guard means I no longer have to worry about essence treasures. But this is not enough, Jade City is a place of rivalry. If I sought peace and stability, I wouldn’t come here, nor would I need to suffer from unexpected calamities. No progress means retreat, I still need to strive forward!"

Li Xian clenched his fist, and the intention to strive transformed into a fierce spear intent.

His chest poured over with high spirits. In an instant, he held a long spear in the courtyard to sharpen his martial arts. He went over past moves, displaying each one, revealing the peak might of the Broken Demon Spear. His mind moved, and he threw the spear away; with a flick of his thumb, the Ruyi Ring spun quickly, and the Ruyi Treasure Sword, wedged in the gap of the ring, shot out immediately, the sword expanding swiftly.

Li Xian laughed, "Good treasure, since I obtained you, you haven’t truly appeared yet!" He grabbed the sword hilt, performed the Yang Extreme Sword Radiance in midair. The scorching light was intense and unwavering. Then he rotated the sword body, cast several strands of Yang Yuan Sword Qi. This Ruyi Treasure Sword has a mysterious origin, can extend and retract freely, embodying both firmness and flexibility. Paired with the peak Setting Sun Bloodsword, myriad changes manifest all in one sword.

Exercising with abandon, unspeakably delightful. Through hundreds of life-and-death contests in Willing Death Valley, Li Xian knew the special nature of the "Ruyi Treasure Sword," feared attracting crime for carrying treasure, and relied solely on his capability to handle opponents, so he never exposed it. Concealing treasure assured safety, yet was akin to wearing a beautiful robe and walking at night.

After completing a full set of swordsmanship, Li Xian gently caressed the Ruyi Treasure Sword, thinking that when he wields this sword in the future, it would be at the most critical moment. Once amazing, one move decides the outcome. Li Xian threw the sword, then gestured it back; with a twist of his thumb, the Ruyi Treasure Sword gradually shrank to the size of a hairpin and slotted back into the gap inside the ring.

Then, he practiced the two techniques, "Finger-Flashing Golden Light" and "Magic Dao·Golden Light."

The Dubhe Saber Technique, the Scriptures of Suffering, and the Stone-Pushing Palm Technique, though not ordinary, are merely basic martial arts. Li Xian grasped them easily and practiced them without difficulty. Once he gets promoted to an official mounted escort, he could practice at the Marquis’s establishment.

Finger-Flashing Golden Light... involves light and shadow, evolving profoundly. Its depth could be explored, and with Li Xian’s tasks stable, reviewing his martial arts, many have reached the peak, this martial art is back on agenda.

He compressed golden light into his fingers, then flicked it out. This martial art was exceedingly splendid, surpassing the Broken Demon Spear and Setting Sun Bloodsword in excellence. The more Li Xian practiced, the more delighted and enlightened he became, gaining significant benefits.

At the same time, he pondered, "The bone-strengthening Chapter of the Five Viscera Avoiding Dross and Gathering Yang Scripture should also start being practiced!"

Thus, the second day of leisure passed. Li Xian lay down at midnight, waking up at the hour of the dragon the next day. After a simple wash, he went to "Miao Yi Pavilion" in Tongji Square.

Upon returning to the medical pavilion, Li Xian was quickly recognized. The sitting doctors Jin Wanquan, Tie Yuanwang, and He Jin glanced over, constantly discussing. Jin Wanquan’s face was full of schadenfreude, and his expression was smug.

Originally... Li Xian’s sudden departure led to much speculation in Miao Yi Pavilion. Yao Baishun was deliberately vague on the matter. Jin Weiquan and others guessed left and right, assuming Li Xian had been expelled from the hall.

Now, seeing Li Xian, they assumed he had been driven away from the Miao Yi Pavilion and wasn’t doing well outside, hence returned to plead. Li Xian ignored the idle gossip, found Yao Baishun, and shared his recent status and the location of "Shepherd Jujube Residence." Yao Baishun kept stroking his beard and sighing, "Young people are daunting, young people are daunting!" Although he knew Li Xian had considerable skills and capabilities, hearing his tales made him realize he still underestimated him.