Chapter 81: So I Was the Narrow-Minded One

The next day.

After obtaining the compass from Lin Zhen, Qi Yuan went to the back mountain again and dragged the still-sleeping little white fox out of its Immortal Cave.

Soon after, amidst the reluctant farewells of the people of Luoyun Valley, he boarded the flying boat with Bai Xirou.

This flying boat, an Advanced Magical Artifact, was originally the exclusive vehicle of the Luoyun Valley Sect Leader. Bai Qingwu, the doting father, waved his hand and offered it up as a means of transport for the two to travel to the Taixuan Holy Land.

Whoosh—

Watching the flying boat turn into a streak of light and vanish into the sky, Bai Qingwu sighed with a complex expression. Just as he was about to turn back, he was stopped by the Elder of the Scripture Repository beside him:

"Sect Leader, the Dao Child of Tai Xuan once instructed not to publicize the fact that he worked as a handyman here. Should I still record this in the Scripture Repository?"

"Are you stupid? Do you even need to ask? Such a once-in-a-millennium major event must, of course, be recorded properly."

Bai Qingwu gave him a look of disdain. "Not only must it be recorded, but it must also be publicized with great fanfare so that the surrounding Schools know that the Dao Child of Tai Xuan has visited us."

"Of course, the main point is to broadcast that the Dao Child praised my Xirou's talent highly and specifically invited her to join the Taixuan Holy Land as a True Disciple. Do you understand?"

The Scripture Repository Elder nodded, seemingly understanding, and then asked:

"Then… when publicizing, should we include the fact that the Dao Child worked as a handyman in the Outer Sect Spirit Medicine garden?"

"Foolish!"

Seeing that his Subordinates still didn't get the point, Bai Qingwu couldn't help but show an expression of frustration. "What handyman? What Spirit Medicine garden?"

"The Dao Child of Tai Xuan clearly took time out of his busy schedule to inspect our Luoyun Valley and gave important instructions regarding the issue of Demon Sect spies in the valley, while also kindly providing guidance on Spirit Medicine cultivation work."

"Right, go find a skilled painter later and have a large portrait made of Dao Child Qi, with the theme titled 【Dao Child of Tai Xuan Inspects Work at Luoyun Valley】."

"After it's done, remember to hang it in a conspicuous place. It's best if outside guests can see it the moment they enter the valley."

"Ah?"

Hearing this, the high-level officials of Luoyun Valley realized what was going on and exclaimed in admiration:

"As expected of the Sect Leader, you had already thought of a foolproof plan. A few words from you have enlightened us!"

"The Sect Leader is wise and mighty, courageous and resourceful. This Subordinate admires you…"

…

On the flying boat.

At this moment, the Four-Eyed Spirit Fox had shrunk to about a foot in size and was lying obediently in Bai Xirou's arms with its tail tucked in, only occasionally glancing at the man on the couch with a look of both respect and fear.

This Dog Master is so strong!

If the fox demon still had fantasies about getting rid of someone's beast-taming contract before, now, facing a Nascent Soul Realm Cultivator, it had completely given up on that idea.

During this time, relying on its superb illusion techniques, the fox demon had reigned supreme among the many Yao Beasts in the back mountain of Luoyun Valley, living a very comfortable life.

Who knew that after only two days of comfort, it would be caught back by this Dog Master.

If it hadn't used its ability to please and act cute to win the favor of this beautiful human woman, it would probably already be locked up in a narrow, cramped beast-taming bag…

Thinking of the miserable fate it would face in the future, the fox demon felt hopeless, its life devoid of meaning.

Bai Xirou reached out and rubbed the soft fur on the fox demon's head, saying with a smile:

"Little White, I didn't expect you to be able to accompany me to the Taixuan Holy Land. You are also from Luoyun Valley, so don't cause trouble when you get there. Be good, okay?"

The fox demon had to suppress its inner sorrow and responded listlessly:

"Mm, don't worry, Sister. This little demon will definitely be obedient."

It had grown up in the back mountain of Luoyun Valley since it was young and had no idea what the Taixuan Holy Land was. It just thought about turning into a salted fish, muddling through one day at a time.

Seeing the fox demon agree so readily, Bai Xirou nodded in satisfaction and looked up at Qi Yuan, who was reclining on the couch:

"Senior Brother Qi… Dao Child, are we going straight back to the Taixuan Holy Land now?"

"Xirou, you don't need to call me Dao Child. There are no outsiders here, just call me by my name."

Qi Yuan waved his hand and said nonchalantly, "Of course, you can continue to call me Junior Brother Qi. Perhaps I'm used to hearing it; suddenly not being called that makes me feel a bit unaccustomed."

Seeming to be stirred by the intimate address in the man's words, Bai Xirou's pretty face flushed slightly. "Alright then, when there's no one around, I'll still treat you as Junior Brother Qi. If there are people, I'll call you Dao Child."

"That's more like it."

Qi Yuan smiled, but his eyes held a bit of guilt. "We need to go to Puzhou City first. There is still a matter that needs to be handled there."

Last night, he suddenly received a message from Ji Chaner, arranging to meet him at a certain location in Puzhou City.

At the time, he wanted to refuse, but after struggling with it, he agreed. As a responsible man, he really couldn't do something like pulling up his pants and denying everything.

If he dared to stand Ji Chaner up, Qi Yuan really doubted whether that demoness would recklessly kill her way back to Luoyun Valley to fight him to the death.

"Mm, I can just take Little White for a stroll on the streets. Although Puzhou City is very close to Luoyun Valley, I've never been there since I was born."

Bai Xirou, not suspecting anything, said with great interest, "I heard there are millions of people in Puzhou City; the streets must be very lively."

As the two spoke, the outline of a magnificent giant city appeared ahead.

…

Meanwhile.

Puzhou City.

City Lord's Mansion.

In the spacious courtyard, a group of servants dressed in new servant uniforms stood in two orderly lines, receiving instructions from the steward.

"All of you, listen clearly to this steward. Since you have entered this City Lord's Mansion, you must follow the rules of the City Lord's Mansion."

"The City Lord's Mansion does not feed idlers. If anyone dares to slack off, cheat, or break the rules, the punishment will be a flogging, and in severe cases, expulsion from the mansion, never to be employed again. Do you understand?"

Hearing this, the new servants shuddered and quickly responded in unison.

"Understood!"

The steward snorted coldly and stared at the people below with a cold tone:

"Furthermore, if anyone approaches the Mistress's courtyard without permission, they will be beaten to death, no questions asked!"

"If you want to work here for a long time, just honestly do your own work. Don't listen to what you shouldn't, don't look at what you shouldn't, and don't ask what you shouldn't. Otherwise, don't blame this steward for being merciless…"

"Your tasks have already been assigned before you entered the mansion. Now go and do your work…"

After saying this, the steward flicked his sleeves and left. The servants dispersed and went to their respective duties.

"Junior Brother Li."

At this moment, Zhang Caiqiang, who was mixed in the crowd, stepped forward and pulled Li Mingwang, who was also wearing a small servant's cap, and asked in a low voice:

"What task were you assigned?"

Li Mingwang scratched his hat nonchalantly. "I was assigned to be a book boy for the young master. How about you, Senior Brother Zhang?"

Hearing this, Zhang Caiqiang's expression immediately collapsed, his face full of indignation. "Damn it, why do you get to be a book boy, while I have to go clean the latrines?"

Li Mingwang was stunned, then laughed out loud:

"Who told you to look so strong? It just so happens that you are suitable for carrying manure."

Seeing Zhang Caiqiang's complexion gradually turn livid, he quickly changed the subject and advised him with good intentions:

"Senior Brother Zhang, don't be anxious. Think about it. With this job, wouldn't you be able to walk around the City Lord's Mansion at will under the guise of cleaning the latrines?"

"Besides making it convenient to investigate the case, there is actually another benefit. No matter how mysterious the City Lord's Mistress is, she still has to poop… You know what I mean, right?"

Zhang Caiqiang was stunned, then immediately showed a look of realization and said happily:

"You are right. So I was the narrow-minded one."