Elderly Martial Saint: Sixty Times the Cultivation Speed ​​at the Start

Lu Quan'an withdrew his gaze from Yi Yang and turned to walk down from the platform.

His steps were slow; the hem of his dark robe swept across the steps, and he quickly disappeared into the doorway behind him.

Pei Zongyue raised his hand to suppress the discussions on the training ground and announced:

"This concludes today's celebration."

"Everyone, please disperse."

As soon as he finished speaking, the Zhenfu Guards lined up on both sides, making way for the various factions.

Once the excitement had completely subsided, the crowd on the drill ground began to move.

Several monks from Jinyang Temple surrounded the injured Kongwu and Jingchen, discussing the matter in hushed tones.

Before leaving, Jingchen looked back at Xuanyuan several times, her eyelids lowered very low.

People from Xuanjian Pavilion escorted Xu Yu as he left.

Xu Yu held the broken sword in his arms, his expression not changing much. This time he lost decisively, and he accepted it decisively.

He had never lost to anyone except one of the previous generation's senior disciples from the sect. This time, he lost to another person, but the elder leading the Xuanjian Pavilion kept his brows furrowed.

I got the position of deputy commander, but the position of chief commander is in the hands of the Sky Patrol Division. It makes no difference whether I get the deputy position or not.

But no one can say that the Sky Patrol Bureau broke the rules.

Yi Yang fought his way up, defeating Kong Wu and Xu Yu in public. His strength was on full display. Anyone who wanted to find fault should first ask themselves if they could withstand a single blow from Xuan Yuan.

Zheng Yan from Cangwu Mountain put away his whisk and left behind his elders.

The Liu and Wu families were the slowest to leave.

The two family elders turned around frequently, their gazes shifting back and forth between Yi Yang and Yan Wuyuan, each pondering what gift to send and which way to visit.

In half a year, he went from an unknown old martial artist to the commander of the Zhenfu Guard.

Such a rapid promotion is rare even in the entire 300-year history of the Sky Patrol Bureau.

If you still think of Yi Yang as a lucky old man, then it's not just a matter of poor judgment; it seems the gifts you gave him before weren't enough!

Discussions spread from all over the drill ground.

Some people talked about Xuan Yuan, some about the Azure Dragon Blade's aura, and others speculated about how long Yi Yang had been hiding.

In the end, the versions became increasingly absurd.

Some even claim that Yi Yang had already entered the True Qi Realm while chopping wood in Sanmu Village, and had been living in seclusion for decades, just waiting to emerge from the mountains today.

After listening to a couple of sentences, Yi Yang's face twitched slightly.

Decades ago, he was still haggling over a few bundles of firewood.

A reclusive master?

Hidden my ass.

If these people keep making up stories like this, he'll be a martial arts master who's rejuvenated by tomorrow.

Yi Yang wrapped Xuan Yuan in coarse linen, securing it tightly, and prepared to leave with the Youquan Division's men.

Just then, a very subtle aura entered my ear and said:

"Gentlemen Deputy Chief Inspectors, please follow me."

"The Chief Inspector has important matters to discuss."

Yi Yang recognized Pei Zongyue's voice transmission and paused for a moment.

Ahead, Xiao Zhengyan pressed his hand against the heavy sword at his waist, Ji Yunzhang raised his hand and rubbed his cheekbone, and Wen Shiheng tucked his folding fan into his sleeve.

Yan Wuyuan had already taken several steps when she changed direction.

The four of them did not speak and went straight to the back of the platform.

Yi Yang glanced down at the newly acquired commander's token at his waist.

With the待遇 of a deputy chief inspector, he naturally had a place in this meeting.

Getting promoted too quickly can also cause trouble.

No sooner had they received their tokens than they had to get to work in the Sky Patrol Division, where no one was allowed to eat for free.

After internally complaining for a bit, Yi Yang hoisted Xuan Yuan onto his back, picked up Hu Xiao, and followed.

The group entered the city and arrived at the location of the Celestial Patrol Division's Judgment Hall. After walking through several corridors, they reached a certain place.

Ahead was a council hall that was usually closed off.

Four guards stood outside the palace gate.

All four were at the Inner Qi Realm, guarding the four corners of the steps, their qi interconnected. Anyone attempting to eavesdrop would be alerted as soon as they approached the outer wall.

Pei Zongyue, who had arrived ahead of time, pushed open the palace door and saw that Chief Inspector Lu Quan'an was already sitting in the first seat.

The rough porcelain teacup sat on the table, the tea inside untouched.

He had previously sat on the high platform of the training ground, drinking tea, watching the game, and commenting, always remaining calm and composed.

His brows were now furrowed with seriousness, his right hand rested on the table, and the secret letter delivered by the eagle was pressed under his palm.

Everyone took their seats in turn.

Xiao Zhengyan, Ji Yunzhang, Yan Wuyuan, and Wen Shiheng sat on either side.

Yi Yang sat at the very end.

The new commander is of high rank, but in terms of seniority, he is far inferior to the others present.

Lu Quan'an didn't exchange pleasantries, but raised his hand to signal Pei Zongyue.

Pei Zongyue stood up, picked up the secret letter from the table, opened it, and read it aloud:

"Urgent report from Donglai County."

"Donglai County, under the jurisdiction of Suining Prefecture, is adjacent to the Wanshou Mountain Range. Three days ago, a group of strange beasts from the outer edge of the mountain range crossed the border and attacked the county seat."

"On the first day, more than ten strange beasts appeared."

"On the second day, the number of beasts increased to more than a hundred. The Donglai County Astronomical Bureau and the county government organized manpower to resist them, and the north gate was lost."

Pei Zongyue paused for a moment, his gaze sweeping over the shocked faces of everyone present, and said:

"On the third day, the monster appeared."

Upon hearing this, the people inside the hall reacted in various ways, clearly quite shocked.

Yi Yang sat at the end of the table, his back still, recalling the definition of demonic beasts in his mind.

Once a strange beast develops some intelligence, it can be called a demon.

Monsters that can awaken intelligence are mostly at the True Qi Realm level among martial artists.

At the same level, the physical body of a demon beast is often superior to that of a human warrior; its claws, venom, and carapace can all kill.

If they have special talents or abilities, it will be more complicated to deal with.

Pei Zongyue continued reading: "The Inspector General of Donglai County died in the first wave of monster attacks, and two of his deputy Inspectors Generals were killed in battle. The city's defenses have collapsed."

"As the people of the northern city fled south, stampedes, looting of grain, and arson occurred one after another."

"The county magistrate sent out three rescue teams, but only one person made it to the post station alive."

The letter was turned over.

"Two monsters have been confirmed to have appeared so far."

Whether there are any more within the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range is unknown.

After the contents of the secret letter were read aloud, no one spoke.

Two True Qi Realm demonic beasts, hundreds of ordinary wild beasts and exotic creatures, plus the already collapsed city defenses.

It seems that Donglai County won't be able to hold out for long.

If the beasts were to rush into the city, the death toll would not be just a few hundred.

Sitting at the head of the table, Lu Quan'an looked up at Ji Yunzhang and gave the order:

"Ji Yunzhang".

"Your subordinate is here."

Ji Yunzhang stood up, clasped his hands in obeisance, and accepted the order.

"You are in full charge of the chaos caused by the strange beasts in Donglai County."

"Two candidates for chief inspector, six patrol supervisors, and thirty guards from the Evil Extermination Division are to be dispatched tonight."

"After entering the city, first stop the beast horde's advance, then restore order. Kill the monsters if possible. If the disparity between us and the enemy is too great, hold the city and wait for reinforcements from the prefectural city."

Ji Yunzhang did not ask any further questions.

"Your subordinate obeys."

Lu Quan'an then looked at Wen Shiheng: "The Bureau of Investigation and Statistics will mobilize all the secret agents in Donglai County to find out the source of the beast herd. At the same time, you will be in charge of the supplies, medicines, and weapons."

Wen Shiheng stood up, held the folding fan horizontally in his palm, and said:

"I obey."

"besides."

Lu Quan'an's gaze fell upon the two of them.

"Investigate bestiality first, then investigate humans."

"This size of beast herd hasn't appeared on the outskirts of the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range for many years. It's impossible for two demonic beasts to appear together without someone pulling the strings behind the scenes."

Ji Yunzhang and Wen Shiheng exchanged a glance, realizing the seriousness of the situation.

The beast rampage is just a symptom of the problem; what really needs to be investigated is who drove the beasts out of the mountains.

The two men clasped their hands in greeting, accepted the order, and sat down again.

Lu Quan'an looked at Xiao Zhengyan and Yan Wuyuan and continued to give instructions:

"The Punishment Division and the Netherworld Division will remain to guard the prefectural city."

"The Punishment Division should strengthen patrols at city gates, granaries, and armories. The Netherworld Division should investigate all secret agents, especially the personnel from the three major sects who have recently entered the city."

Xiao Zhengyan frowned.

"Is the Chief Inspector worried that someone might take advantage of the fact that troops have been divided in the prefectural city to cause trouble?"

Lu Quan'an did not answer immediately.

He picked up the teacup on the table, lifted the lid, and found the tea had gone cold.

"The Nine Evil Sect has lost several altar masters and one incense master in recent years, and the Blood Pool in White Fish City has also been destroyed."

"They suffered such a huge loss, yet they didn't come to the prefectural city to demand payment."

"They're too well-behaved."

Lu Quan'an put down his teacup.

"I have a feeling that our greatest enemy is about to show himself."

"Nine Evil Cult Elders"

As the last five words were spoken, everyone held their breath.

Yi Yang flipped through the files of the Nine Evil Sects and learned about their hierarchical structure.

Believers, deacons, chief deacons, altar masters, incense masters, elders.

With each promotion, the number of followers and resources that can be mobilized will increase several times over.

The incense master has already reached the True Qi Realm.

The elder's cultivation level has reached at least the Perfect True Qi Realm, or even surpassed it.

If such a person were to appear in the prefectural city, it wouldn't just be a few patrol guards who would die.

The entire Suining Prefecture will be thrown into turmoil.

Lu Quan'an's expression remained unchanged as he continued to make arrangements:

"Donglai County must be saved, and the prefectural city must be defended as well."

"Let whoever wants to use the chaos of the beasts to transfer us out, let him try."

The four deputy chief inspectors stood up and accepted the order.

Before leaving, Yan Wuyuan glanced at Yi Yang, tapped her hand lightly twice on the armrest, and turned to walk out of the palace gate.

Ji Yunzhang and Wen Shiheng had to rush back to their respective departments to requisition personnel, so they did not linger.

Xiao Zhengyan was the last to leave.

The palace doors closed.

Only three people remained in the council hall.

Lu Quan'an.

Pei Zongyue.

And then there's Yi Yang, who's sitting at the very end.

With four deputy chief inspectors gone, the main hall felt even more oppressive.

Yi Yang stood up, clasped his hands in greeting, and awaited instructions.

Lu Quan'an picked up his teacup and took a sip of cold tea.

"Today, you did not embarrass the Sky Patrol Division in front of outsiders."

"Well done."

It was only two short sentences, but coming from the mouth of the chief inspector of the Suining Prefecture's Observatory, it carried considerable weight.

Yi Yang lowered his head and said, "I have only done my best and dare not take credit."

"A win is a win."

Lu Quan'an flipped his right hand, and a booklet flew out of his sleeve and landed on the table in front of Yi Yang.

The booklet cover has five seal characters written on it.

"Martial Arts Dragon Elephant Body".

"The rewards for today's competition."

"Superior Body Refinement Technique".

"Once you master it, it will benefit your physical body."

Yi Yang picked up the booklet with both hands and turned to the first page.

The meridian pathways, methods for tempering the body with vital energy, and accompanying diagrams of stance training are described in great detail.

This technique focuses on training the skin, flesh, tendons, and bones. Its circulation is vigorous and forceful, yet it does not conflict with the true energy of the Wood element. On the contrary, it can use the true energy of the Wood element to repair hidden injuries.

If combined with his Hundred-Refined Body, his physical body could be pushed even higher.

nice one.

It's something he can use right now.

Yi Yang turned two pages and closed the booklet.

I waited for a few breaths.

Lu Quan'an did not mention the "Yi Mu Health Preservation Exercise" or the practice notes he sent last night.

There was no explanation for the faceless statue on the fifth floor of the armory.

Yi Yang suppressed his doubts and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your merit, Chief Inspector."

Lu Quan'an stood up and walked towards the side door at the back of the hall.

Pei Zongyue will take care of the Zhenfu Guard's affairs.

The side door opened and then closed again.

The oppressive aura that had been pressing down on the entire hall then dissipated.

Yi Yang looked down at the "Martial Arts Dragon Elephant Body" in his hand, and his doubts deepened.

Pei Zongyue sat opposite him, and finally a genuine smile appeared on his face.

"Congratulations, Lord Yi, on this great step forward."

He shook his head.

"Last time, I was the one who dispatched the Zhenfu Guard to escort you back to the prefectural city. Who would have thought that you would become the commander of the Zhenfu Guard today? I will take you to see the deputy commander Ning Xiong in a while."

Yi Yang cupped his hands, about to exchange a few polite words, when a question suddenly popped into his mind.

"Lord Pei."

"Shouldn't Xu Yu be the deputy commander?"

Upon hearing this, Pei Zongyue's smile deepened, as if he knew Yi Yang would definitely ask this question.