Chapter 877 - 407: Purifying the Five Viscera, Strengthening the Bones, Celestial Grace and Jade Bones, the Commandery Princess Invites

Chapter 877: Chapter 407: Purifying the Five Viscera, Strengthening the Bones, Celestial Grace and Jade Bones, the Commandery Princess Invites

Lei Chong’s eyes darted as he immediately shouted, "General Xu, this... this might not be appropriate? This kid is taking on the Gold Appraisal Guard position for the first day and yet..."

Xu Shaoqian waved his hand and said, "What’s inappropriate? Just recall how back in the day, you were also a newcomer who stood out and became someone I valued, right?" In his heart, he thought, "Despite Lei Chong not being from a world clan, this makes him easy to use. Li Xian is whom I recommended for the Gold Appraisal Guard. Now that he has proven himself capable, leaving him unused would indeed be a waste."

Lei Chong had nothing to say in return but felt very unwilling. Xu Shaoqian saw the discord between the two, which rather suited his intentions, and said, "As martial artists, practicing and contesting in martial arts is normal. However, do not let this dampen your harmony. Both of you are Gold Appraisal Guards. You must prioritize the military rules of the Gold Appraisal Guard first."

Xu Shaoqian said, "In a few days, there will be a banquet. The two of you shall come along with me to broaden your experiences." He lightly patted Li Xian on the shoulder, his gaze scanning up and down. Seeing Li Xian had already changed into the attire of the Gold Appraisal Guard, in a tiger python robe, adorned with black armor, right side strapped with an order, left side carrying a horizontal saber, truly looking mighty and domineering, manly and handsome. Xu Shaoqian silently gave a nod of approval in his heart.

Lei Chong reluctantly agreed, and once Xu Shaoqian had left, he cast a sidelong and cold glance towards Li Xian. Li Xian did not shy away from the gaze, returning a steady look. Although Lei Chong’s martial arts realm was a level higher, Li Xian had no fear.

Lei Chong clenched his fist tightly, feeling very powerless, and noticed that the other Gold Appraisal Guards were looking over with strange expressions. Knowing that he had just scolded Li Xian as insignificant, only to be suppressed instead, this matter had become a blemish and a laughing stock, sure to spread within the Marquis shop. However, the public chatter cannot be fully silenced. Besides being angry, he felt helpless.

Feeling even more embarrassed, he flung his sleeves and left. Li Xian, though still in the role of "Imperial Rider," had taken charge as the "Central Array Leader." For a moment, he was in the limelight more prominently than Lei Chong, admired and envied by those of humble origins seeking strength. Even the world clan sons who witnessed his undeniable power had no choice but to respect him.

On West Wind Street at the tail of the street lies the Marquis shop with three thousand Imperial Riders, about three hundred Central Array Leaders. Xu Shaoqian appointed Li Xian as the Central Array Leader without specifying who he was to replace, implicitly allowing him to organize personally.

Li Xian would have authority over those recruited into the array.

In future "assignments," training, executing tasks to apprehend culprits and capture thieves, and even the patrol shifts, would be prioritized with the array completed. He could command the members of the array to some extent.

Li Jian, Shen Langyang, and Li Xian were originally a small array. Li Jian was the array leader and Li Xian a member. Now that Li Xian was promoted to Central Array Leader, both Li Jian and Shen Langyang were naturally included in the central array.

Li Xian, having just established Lei’s prestige and with momentum growing strong, took this opportunity to recruit two more small teams into the array. Zhou Zheng brought his team to join, bringing the number to six. Su Po Fu of the "Jade City Su Clan" also brought his small array, filling up to nine members, completing the central array.

Li Xian led the array members aside, introducing and familiarizing with each other. Li Jian and Shen Langyang were already acquainted, leaving Zhou Zheng, Chang Zixqiang, and Yang Buyan to be introduced, all hailing from this difficult background.

Their strength was slightly lacking, and though they formed a small array, they had never been recruited into a central array, hence remained outside it. Whenever encountering important tasks like encirclement, capture, and curbing fierce criminals, they were always marginalized. Despite being idle... but being Gold Appraisal Guards were all for the sake of advancement. Deep down, idleness was not favorable.

The Gold Appraisal Guard was not fully staffed, and many such idling small arrays existed.

Additionally, Su Po Fu, Yao Fan, and Su Zhengqi were involved. Among them, Su Po Fu and Su Zhengqi were both from the Jade City Su Clan. Though of different bloodlines, if talking about family ties, they were as cousins. Yao Fan hailed from the Jade City Yao Clan. All three admired Li Xian’s power and left their original central array.

The three were very young, having joined the Gold Appraisal Guard two years ago, with much protection from elders or facing various suppression and struggles within the clan. They had little opportunity to showcase their skills. Given these reasons, they decided to throw their lot with Li Xian’s array.

Li Xian declared boldly, "Since you all fall under my command, regardless of your origin, I will treat you equally. We are already a single array, entrusting each other with life and death. We should focus on loyalty and honesty."

No one objected. The echo was resounding. They had formed an array, and their bond was beginning. With Li Xian as the array leader, he naturally possessed great authority. His capabilities had been demonstrated, without any dispute. Furthermore, he understood "true heart can exchange true heart" and treated everyone with sincerity.

Though only newly acquainted, Li Xian’s demeanor, his interaction with others, and his speech were all captivating and convincing. Li Xian being of "Pure Yang Body," with a body like a bright sun, additionally possessed the "Avert Impurity" trait. Every move he made inspired awe and reverence.

Soon the initial bond was formed, growing familiar with one another, sharing jokes. Su Po Fu, being cheerful, was skilled in telling jokes, adding much cheer to the atmosphere. Li Xian led the array members, completing the remaining "assignments," practicing the "Thunder Drum God-Slaying Array." Despite Li Xian’s strong Chest Drum Thunder Sound, he had not mastered the array principles. Li Jian, Zhou Zheng, and others needed to both teach and practice, both comprehend and refine.

[Thunder Drum God-Slaying Array]

[Skill Level: 4/100]

The nine-member central array was quite profound, dealing with more complex array principles. The frequency of stepping changes, the transformation of body positions, the angles of sword techniques... Though Li Xian was somewhat unpolished, his progress was very evident, gaining admiration from Zhou Zheng and Su Po Fu.

Thus practiced until dusk, each person receiving a bowl of Essence Soup, heartily drinking it all. Li Xian retained [seventeen] strands of Essence of Heaven and Earth, feeling cool and very comfortable.

After the first day off duty, Li Xian secretly observed, noticing everyone had good temperaments, after a full day of mutual practice, all could form deep friendships. Then he took the initiative to invite everyone for drinks. Su Po Fu, Yao Fan, Zhou Zheng... the others especially loved festivity, having preferences for good wine and beautiful women, delight filled the air as they asked where to drink.

Li Xian gave a mysterious smile, telling the eight to simply follow him, ensuring they would have a satisfying feast. Leading the way in front, he exited the Marquis shop through the side gate.

In Yuanbao Square, there is a "Dog-Beating Street." Li Xian, on his daily duty route, often passed here, heard that the street’s taverns and meat shops had great taste. Long had he wanted to try them.