Chapter 868 - 404: Rare Leisure—Donning the Tiger Attire, Wearing the Silver Mask, Wielding the Black Spear, Riding a Fine Steed, the Center of All Attention

Chapter 868: Chapter 404: Rare Leisure—Donning the Tiger Attire, Wearing the Silver Mask, Wielding the Black Spear, Riding a Fine Steed, the Center of All Attention

Li Xian inquired again about Yao Yin’s recent situation. Yao Baishun told Li Xian that the family had been busy lately with banquets and clan ceremonies, and Yao Yin had been very occupied, rarely visiting the Miao Yi Pavilion.

Li Xian, having some free time today, saw Master Yao. So he did not hurry to leave but followed him to treat patients and hone his medical skills. Yao Baishun thought to himself, "This child has both medical skills and a healer’s heart. If he studies medicine quietly, his medical expertise might surpass mine one day, possibly reaching the Divine Healer List. In this medical pavilion, few can compare with his talent and healer’s heart. Unfortunately, his talent in medicine is exceptional, and focusing solely on medicine might actually deter him."

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Such peaceful days, with rare leisure. Li Xian practiced medicine, visited friends, conducted charity medical services, bartered goods, visited shops... quietly experiencing life in Jade City. Today, he was suddenly informed that all procedures were complete. Li Xian officially became a Gold Appraisal Guard Qiti Rider and could go to the Qiding Pavilion to receive his provisions!

Inside Qiding Pavilion.

He was guided by a young woman named "Cui Niang." The woman was tall, with fair skin, full lips, and a short nose. It was hard to say if she was ugly or beautiful, but she was articulate, courteous, and well-versed in the essentials of artifacts. She had already acquainted herself with Li Xian’s characteristics: wearing a mask, comely despite a ghastly face, extraordinary physique. Upon meeting at Qiding Pavilion, Cui Niang sighed, "Such stature, even with just an ordinary face, would captivate souls, but unfortunately too ghastly to be shown."

She smiled gently, and after greeting Li Xian, led the way. First, they retrieved the "Gold Appraisal Guard Token." The token was palm-sized, entirely gilded, appearing in dark gold, with the character "Gold" etched fiercely like two slanted, threatening daggers. On the back, "Li Xian" was inscribed.

Cui Niang said, "Sir, this token is named the ’Tiger Python Order.’ Take a look at the design within the Order. There’s a tiger and a python contending, signifying that Gold Appraisal Guards are like tigers and pythons among men, decisive and protecting the peace of our Jade City." She handed it over with both hands.

Li Xian accepted the token. The "Gold" suddenly glowed brighter, and the words "Li Xian" on the back turned dark red. Cui Niang said, "The Tiger Python Order has a unique material, akin to the Jade People’s token, revealed only in the holder’s grip. Embedded within the token are a tiger gall jade and a snake gall jade. Sir, try channeling your Inner Qi and infuse it into the Tiger Python Order."

Li Xian obeyed. Immediately, the Tiger Python Order vibrated, emitting the roar of a tiger and the hiss of a python. Cui Niang smiled and said, "The resonance of the twin jades creates this sound. Someday, when you’re patrolling the streets and encounter danger, just shake the Order. Won’t those miscreants scatter, fleeing on swift legs before its presence?"

Li Xian laughed and said, "That makes a lot of sense!" He attached the Tiger Python Order to his right waist. Cui Niang stepped aside slightly and said, "Sir, please follow me again." They moved to a pavilion room displaying a light red garment embroidered with tiger and python patterns.

Cui Niang said, "With Sir’s gallant appearance, a treasure garment is befitting. This garment is finely crafted with silk, jade silk, cotton silk, and gold silk. Tailored to your physique, impervious to water and fire, highlighting your figure. As they say, clothes enhance a person just as a saddle does a horse. If paired with the Tiger Python Armor, truly..." Imaginings were involuntary, with much anticipation.

Cui Niang asked, "Sir, would you like to try it on now?" Li Xian said, "Alright." He was about to take off the Tiger Python attire.

Cui Niang raised her hand to stop him and said, "Sir, hold on." She clapped her hands lightly. From the hidden compartments on both sides, five young women emerged to assist Li Xian in removing his old clothes. One reached to remove his mask, but Li Xian raised his hand to block her. The girl looked at Cui Niang in embarrassment. Cui Niang said, "You silly girl, have you forgotten everything I instructed?"

The girl was startled and recovered her senses. Cui Niang had pre-informed the women that Li Xian was too ashamed to show his face because of its ghastly appearance and ordered not to touch his mask during the clothing change. The girl realized her mistake, fearing greatly, trembling all over. Li Xian reassured her, "It’s okay."

Cui Niang said, "Since the gentleman doesn’t hold it against you, you won’t be punished. Quickly assist Sir in getting dressed!" The girl replied shakily, "Yes, yes."

The five women moved smoothly, their hands like gentle fish, loosening clothes, and untying belts with ease. They swiftly helped Li Xian don the Tiger Python attire. The surrounding women felt a glint in their eyes, difficult to look away, their eyes flickering with a strange light. The Tiger Python outfit perfectly complemented the body, accentuating its form without being constrictive, and the tiger and python patterns harmonized splendidly. Li Xian’s Pure Yang Body, resembling a furnace, naturally attracted women. Previously impoverished, he wore coarse linen clothes, which couldn’t hide his figure even then, but now, with fitting attire, they appeared even more majestic.

Cui Niang delightedly exclaimed, "Now, let’s fit Sir with armor!"

The five women regained their senses, aiding Li Xian with wrist guards, chest armor, and shoulder guards... The armor pieces shone with a dark black luster, their lines sleek and sharp. Fully equipped, they added a finishing touch of brilliance. Cui Niang couldn’t stop saying, "What a fine figure, what a fine figure." She involuntarily raised her hand to caress the Tiger Python outfit as if touching a rare jade, reluctant to withdraw her hand. Li Xian cleared his throat twice, bringing her back to her senses.

Blushing, Cui Niang said, "Sir, your mask, python blade, and tiger spear are ready as well. Please follow me once more."

The silver iron mask fully concealed the face, appearing white, with intricate mechanisms inside that allowed eating and drinking without removal, with only faint ink marks on the surface.

All items were prepared and complete.

Li Xian, clad in the Tiger Python attire with dark gold and black armor as embellishments, appeared even more mighty. A python blade was on his left, and a Golden Order hung on his right, donning a silver mask; he stood there, an awe-inspiring presence rarely witnessed.

He rode a strange horse, wielding a tiger spear.

On the streets, who wouldn’t turn their heads.