Chapter 58 - Chapter 58: Chapter 56: The Clearwater County Magistrate! Beginning to Show Promise!_i

Chapter 58: Chapter 56: The Clearwater County Magistrate! Beginning to Show Promise!_i

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Previously, Su Changkong had slain Du Zhen of the Black Lotus Sect, saving Yan Song, and instructed him not to tell anyone about the incident since he didn’t want to cause any trouble.

However, upon meeting him, Yan Song mentioned that the County Magistrate of Clearwater City wanted to see him? Su Changkong couldn’t help but speculate.

Su Changkong’s face turned icy, causing Yan Song to immediately feel as if the temperature in the room had dropped, and he quickly explained, “Brother Wen, please don’t misunderstand, I haven’t told anyone about your business not even Jie Er. It’s just that, as a Blade Catcher, I met with Magistrate Liu a while ago. He approached me, wanting my help to introduce some masters of martial arts, claiming there would be a generous reward. I thought of you, Brother Wen, but I did not mention anything about you, including your name!” Yan Song’s explanation slightly eased Su Changkong’s mood, as everyone dislikes being betrayed, but it seemed that Yan Song indeed hadn’t told anyone else about his affairs.

Su Changkong then became curious. He did not know Wang Yun, yet this Wang Yun was the County Magistrate of Clearwater City, the top official in the city. The fact that Wang Yun sought out Yan Song to introduce a martial artist of high caliber was intriguing!

Therefore, Su Changkong asked, “What is the purpose of this County Magistrate Wang in looking for a master?”

“I’m not quite sure… County Magistrate Wang Yun met with me privately, asking for my help in introducing a master. It seems there’s some assignment. Brother Wen, would you like to meet with County Magistrate Wang?” Yan Song shook his head.

Su Changkong began to ponder. Yan Song himself was of exceptional ability, and yet Wang Yun had no intention of directly employing him, which indicated that in Wang Yun’s eyes, Yan Song’s ability didn’t meet the requirement. He needed a true top expert!

Yan Song was self-aware, but he had thought of Su Changkong, supremely superior to himself and easily capable of annihilating even masters like Du Zhen!

That was why Yan Song approached Su Changkong, bringing up the matter. If Su Changkong wasn’t interested, then it could be left aside.

Su Changkong carefully considered. If County Magistrate Wang was askingYan Song to introduce a master, it was likely there was a task involved, and he had also mentioned that there would be an extremely generous reward!

“I’m in need of money now… Why not go see this County Magistrate Wang and find out what the business is about?”

After mulling it over, Su Changkong made a decision to meet with Wang Yun. For one thing, Su Changkong was almost out of money; for another, he was curious about County Magistrate Wang’s intentions.

Thinking this, Su Changkong looked up at Yan Song and said, “Then I shall go and meet with this County Magistrate Wang Yun.”

“Great! The sky is already growing dark, let’s go to Clearwater City tomorrow ” replied Yan Song.

Seeing that Su Changkong had agreed, Yan Song was overjoyed.

So, Su Changkong stayed in Ginseng Town for one night. The next morning, Su Changkong set out for Clearwater City with Yan Song. At the Magistrate Office of Clearwater City, this was the center of the city’s governance. Wang Yun, as the County Magistrate of Clearwater City, was the highest-ranking official in the area, with several nearby villages under his jurisdiction.

But the reputation of this Magistrate Wang was mixed. He was relatively incorruptible and there were no stories about him taking bribes or oppressing the people. However, he was not regarded as a good official.

From the state of the region surrounding Clearwater City, it was evident. Banditry was rampant, and as of late, the Black Lotus Sect had been wreaking havoc. Magistrate Wang Yun turned a deaf ear to external affairs, comfortably ensconced as though idly fishing, ignoring all these issues.

At the entrance of the Magistrate Office, mighty stone lions stood guard, with heavily armed soldiers present. Dressed in uniform and armed with swords, the government officials stood rigid as pine trees, exuding a significant sense of authority.

The arrival of Yan Song and Su Changkong drew the attention of the officials at the gate.

Yan Song produced a token and said, “lam Yan Song, a Blade Catcher officially recorded in the books of Clearwater City. I wish to see County Magistrate Wang Yun. Please notify him of my request.”

It would be difficult for an ordinary person to meet with the County Magistrate, but Yan Song was no ordinary person. He had met with Wang Yun numerous times before, and Wang Yun had even asked him to introduce top martial artists he knew.

“Please wait a moment,” said the official.

Upon hearing Yan Song’s self-introduction, the official did not dare to delay and went inside to report immediately.

While Su Changkong and Yan Song waited at the entrance, the official soon returned and said to the two, “Please follow me, Lord Wang wishes to see you.” “Let’s go.”

Yan Song, followed by Su Changkong, accompanied the government official as they stepped into the Magistrate Office of Clearwater City, passing through layers of guards, and eventually arrived outside a quiet room in the back courtyard.

“Come in, everyone.”

The unmistakable sound of footsteps alerted the person inside, and a deep voice resounded.

Yan Song was the first to push the door open and enter, with Su Changkong following behind.

Su Changkong saw that there were two men inside the room.

One was clad in armor and imposing in stature, with a remarkable presence and spirited eyes. His martial arts cultivation was definitely extraordinary!

The other was a man near fifty, with graying temples and a scholar-like quality about him, extremely gentle and refined.

That middle-aged man must be the Clearwater City County Magistrate Wang Yun.

“Yan Song, you actually found the time to visit me? And who is this voung man?”   6

Upon seeing Yan Song, Wang Yun greeted him with a smile, devoid of any bureaucratic air.

Yan Song cupped his fists and said to Wang Yun, “County Magistrate Wang, last time you entrusted me to find a martial artist of great skill. Brother Wentai here possesses strength far surpassing mine, and he should meet your requirements.”

These words stunned not only Wang Yun but also the towering bodyguard who stood by his side.

The reason was that Su Changkong looked too young. Even though Su Changkong had used Turtle Breath Shrinkage to alter his appearance, making himself look much older than his actual age, he still had the visage of a youth. And Yan Song himself had a considerable reputation in the martial world of Clearwater City for his substantial abilities, yet he claimed this obscure young man’s strength surpassed his own?

Even though Wang Yun knew Yan Song wouldn’t have come all this way to jest, doubts still arose in his heart.

The tall and large guard behind Wang Yun then asked, “May I inquire, young friend Wen, from which sect or school have you learned your arts, that even the proud Blade Catcher, Yan Song, admits inferiority?”

Yan Song’s interest was piqued, and he listened carefully. He was also curious about which sect or school Su Changkong hailed from, as he had seen Su Changkong in action, yet he couldn’t discern the origins of his martial arts.

Su Changkong replied calmly, “No sect, no school, I just practice for fun when I have time.”

It wasn’t that Su Changkong was putting on airs. Firstly, what he said was the truth, and secondly, facing Wang Yun with unknown intentions, it was only natural he maintained an air of profundity to keep the upper hand, presenting an enigmatic image of a master difficult to fathom.

Yan Song felt somewhat embarrassed. He had personally witnessed Su Changkong’s skills, his immeasurable strength was far beyond his reach, and yet Su Changkong claimed he only practiced for fun? Comparisons could indeed be frustrating!

At that moment, the tall man’s eyebrows rose. He was eager to see if Su Changkong had real abilities or was just bluffing – a test would reveal the truth!

“Swoosh!”

The large man’s hand touched the hilt of the knife at his waist, preparing to draw it and test Su Changkong.

However, as soon as the large man’s palm touched the knife handle, Su Changkong moved without warning. Dragging a faint afterimage, he appeared in front of the large man and slapped down towards his right hand that was on the knife hilt!

“Bang!”

The large man felt an excruciating pain, as if his right hand had been struck by a thousand-pound hammer. A tremendous force traveled from his palm into the knife.

“Crack!”

With a crisp sound, the knife sheath shattered into pieces, and the large man could no longer hold onto the knife handle. The long knife plunged towards the ground, its massive force driving it over a foot into the hard ground!