Invasion Myth: Starting with the Schoolteacher

Chapter 534 Xiao Qing Makes a Move
Upon entering the city gates of Qiantang, Da Ci's mental state had plummeted to its lowest point.

After settling into the inn properly, we sent someone to do some basic research on Qiantang, such as finding out who the most famous and influential people were, and who was most worth paying attention to.

In order to gather information, they chose those who were clever and sensible, but had ordinary appearances.

They also spent a considerable amount of money as intelligence fees.

Everything was in accordance with human rules and procedures, and there was nothing abrupt about it.

Then they arranged for servants to buy a house, because everyone needed a place to stay.

The location should be a house in the core area, with a yard that's neither too big nor too small. Also, buy a few houses on the outskirts for other uses.

As for making a living, one needs to find a way to do so, otherwise how can one interact with outsiders?

As expected of a high-ranking member of the White Lotus Sect, he truly understands the essence of stealth.

From Lei Huan to Da Bao, and even Da Ci.

These three characters rarely gave anyone a handle to use against them, and they all caused a lot of trouble.

Regardless of their level of attainment, they all chose the most suitable method to integrate into the crowd, grasping the essence of the white lotus.

Of course, the most powerful one is the Holy Father; that's what you call a true white lotus.

On the other hand, a negative example is a high-profile sorcerer like Li Shaoweng, who couldn't wait for everyone to know that he was an extraordinary person and always kept a high and mighty attitude.

An even more negative example is Qingzhuo Sanren, who only has two chapters of screen time. He has not entered the Dao, but he is obsessed with the persona of a celestial being and his poetic title.

At this moment, the Great Compassionate Dharma King casually asked:

"Butler Zhou, what kind of business do you think would be better to find?"

She rescued the old housekeeper on the road; he came from a poor family and had wasted his life.

The only son, unable to concentrate on his studies and having practiced martial arts since childhood, went to the north to make his way in the world. He was originally a renowned martial arts master in the Qi-Lu, Yan-Yu region.

But times have changed. At the height of his glory, he encountered evil cultivators and lost his life.

From then on, the Zhou family came to an end, and Old Man Zhou could only rely on his granddaughter for survival.

As a result, his son's enemies came looking for him to eliminate him completely. At that time, he was truly helpless and had no one to turn to.

Fortunately, he was saved by a kind-hearted person who happened to be passing by.

Those enemies were all sent back to nature; the vacuum-sealed hometown has no need for such trash.

As for Lao Zhou and his granddaughter, they were taken along on the journey.

After all, she saved someone's life, so that person should repay her with their entire life. That's fair.

Of everyone brought to Qiantang, except for the little girl who was not marked, all the other thieves and Old Zhou had already been controlled by the White Lotus Law.

The little girl didn't have any markings because she had good aptitude, and Da Ci thought he could teach her a bit while he was at it.

After all, she wasn't sure how long it would take to find the Virgin Mary; she might find her on the first day, or she might find her a hundred years later.

Even demons need to do something to pass the time during such a long period of time.

Having witnessed Madam Tao's terrifying, demonic side, Old Zhou dared not be negligent in the slightest.

They suggested opening a clinic instead.

It wasn't that he knew how to disguise himself or infiltrate a crowd, but rather that he knew medicine.

Since ancient times, medicine and martial arts have been inseparable. His son's ability to learn martial arts naturally stems from a family tradition.

After considering it, the Great Compassionate Dharma King realized it was indeed a good suggestion.

Doctors have a certain social status, which allows them to come into contact with high-ranking officials and wealthy people as well as ordinary people. They also have a natural affinity for trust, which allows them to extract information from doctors.

With his image, Old Zhou is perfectly capable of seeing patients, and he has his own backing for difficult and complicated cases.

So he kept the suggestion to himself and waited for the others to return before making a decision.

Little did they know that this was Lei Huan's old trick, and that Lei Huan had even contributed Baoan Hall and a large amount of start-up capital.

As evening fell, the atmosphere became somewhat somber, and of the five people who had gone out, four returned.

The one who didn't return planned to escape, activated the White Lotus Mark, and went outside the city to find wild beasts and feed them at close range without any protection.

This method of handling can prevent the body from being discovered in the near future, and even if it is discovered, it will only be considered an ordinary case of a wild animal attacking a person.

The remaining four people completed their tasks very well. With money paving the way, they have already found a house that can be cleaned and occupied at any time.

A lot of intelligence has been gathered, covering all sorts of details.

Of course, there is absolutely no information related to the Virgin Mary, which is normal.

Da Ci himself was prepared to spend a hundred years searching for the Holy Mother in this place, which meant he was ready for a protracted battle.

As for the so-called great families at the top, she didn't care at all.

They've even killed princes from the Sima family, so what are aristocratic families in a small place like Qiantang?

The two most noteworthy institutions here are the two academies.

As for the public, this needs no explanation; even evil sorcerers and demons fear it.

The second one is Chong Qi Xu Hanwen.

"This Xu Hanwen is eight feet tall, with a majestic body, a dignified appearance, and a broad chest. He has the imposing presence of ten thousand men, and his words are lofty and full of ambition."

"With martial prowess, he can subdue the Qiantang River; with literary talent, he can illuminate the West Lake."

"It is said that he..."

One of the returning servants was once a teahouse waiter who killed the owner and then became an outlaw.

He's quick-witted, good at gathering intelligence, and enjoys getting immersed in the story.

At this moment, his tone was full of inflection, and he even used gestures and movements, showing how fully engaged he was.

As the Great Compassionate Dharma King listened, he felt something was amiss. "Is this person you're talking about even human?"
How could a mere instructor possess such abilities? He is friends with Yu Gong, and also with Dean Bai Lu. There are even rumors that he is the next Dean Chong Qi.

That's not all; he was also a close friend of Prefect Song, and the two worked together to vanquish demons and protect the peace of Qiantang. There are even legends that he was a romantic and talented man, never lacking in beautiful women around him.

Such powerful and influential heroes naturally caught her eye, and she could try to befriend them.

As for whether it has anything to do with the Virgin Mary, it's highly unlikely.

Although his fame was limited to Wu County, it had already gained considerable momentum and was excessively high-profile.

Moreover, he was a proper Confucian scholar, and should have grasped the spirit of righteousness.

A prodigy with such profound knowledge and connections to the three great academies is destined for great success within the Jin Dynasty's system.

Unless one's family is destroyed like Zhu Wuyong, why would one choose to join the White Lotus sect?

And this wild Xu fanboy is still rambling on, as if he's seen some kind of idol or treasure boy.

Because the process of gathering information about Xu Xuan was really enjoyable, every citizen could share some gossip.

Indeed, anyone living in Qiantang knows the story of Master Xu; it's a local legend.

After all, Xu Xuan has stood next to the center position in many major official events, and he has a lot of screen time.

Such inspirational stories of ordinary people rising from humble beginnings have always been popular, even more so than those of children from wealthy families.

Who wouldn't want to be the next Xu Xuan?

"Instructor Xu is also a master of medicine. He opened Baoan Hall and provided free medical treatment and medicine, saving countless lives."

Upon hearing this, the Great Compassionate Dharma King became even more curious. A medical clinic? Wasn't this the one he wanted to open?

Maybe
"Tell me carefully."

The next day, the Great Compassionate Dharma King arrived outside Baoan Hall with his servants.

Having sealed away her magical powers, she observed with her naked eyes, her gaze slightly subtle as she swept around.

Very energetic.

Not just physically, but also mentally.

The clinic was brimming with hope, from the doctors to the apprentices; its activity was palpable.

She seemed to have only seen this state before, back when the Virgin Mary first created her home in the vacuum; it was a very special power.

Everyone longed to return to that beautiful homeland, and even went so far as to wage war against both the righteous and the demonic paths, and risk the backlash of the dynasty's fortune to conquer cities and territories, all in an attempt to break down the barriers between humans and non-humans. Unfortunately, they ultimately failed.

Then he laughed self-deprecatingly, realizing he was really desperate to find a saint.

What can you possibly learn from a mere clinic?

However, this industry is indeed quite good, with all sorts of people coming and going, making it worth considering.

Having stayed for a rather long time, the cautious woman turned around with her servants to leave and explore other places.

Just then, Xiaoqing emerged from West Lake and, as usual, came to patrol Bao'an Hall.

It wasn't a task given by the Father, but rather something done voluntarily and spontaneously.

Listening to the flattery of his subordinates and feeling their respect every day is a personal hobby of Deputy Hall Master Qing.

That's why bosses enjoy going to work; it's genuinely satisfying.

Not only inside the clinic, but also the shopkeepers and vendors on the street outside the clinic all knew this idler.

Who can guarantee they'll never get sick in their lifetime? Everyone greeted Vice Hall Master Qing warmly.

"Master Qing, here's some greens."

"Master Qing, this fish..."

Just like when the head of a local community goes out to patrol the streets, everyone voluntarily offers some things.

Xiaoqing happily accepted everything, promising to pay her afterwards.

She doesn't like eating vegetables, and West Lake is full of fish. These can be sent to the kitchen for the ordinary people in the clinic, as well as the children in Dugu Garden.

Today, when I came here, I saw an ordinary-looking middle-aged lady standing not far from the entrance.

A quick glance reveals he's wealthy.

Although her clothes weren't particularly glamorous, her demeanor was quite extraordinary; she must have met a very important client.

He raised an eyebrow and walked over to block the other person's path.

"Are you here to see a doctor?"

"Come with me."

Xiaoqing is still very enthusiastic about attracting customers to her clinic, as there are quite a few people who are too embarrassed to enter.

The poor worry about not being able to afford it, while the rich have some embarrassing illnesses that are difficult to talk about. Well-to-do families usually hire doctors to come to their homes to treat them.

The most troublesome ones are women.

While the Wei and Jin dynasties were known for their refined and romantic atmosphere, there were still some taboos surrounding matters like seeking medical treatment.

Fortunately, during her time as deputy hall master, she also managed to find some spare time to study some human medical techniques.

It's not an exaggeration to say that he has some knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine, since he has magical powers and can easily treat minor illnesses.

The Great Compassionate Dharma King was inclined to refuse, feeling that now was not the right time to delve into Baoan Temple.

But as the words were about to come out, he thought that this girl in front of him looked a bit simple-minded and silly, and maybe he could get some information out of her.

Thus, he was brought into the clinic as a patient with an unspeakable secret, and was officially drawn into the eye of the storm with no chance of escape.

After confirming that Madam Tao was a wealthy merchant from the north, Xiaoqing immediately offered a "rich man's package," selling several courses of treatment at a time.

His moves were steady, accurate, and ruthless.

After discovering that the other party knew a lot about Qiantang, Da Ci was eager to befriend him and didn't hesitate to spend money on him.

(End of this chapter)