The Blade-Wielding Legend-Chapter 1264 - 659: Golden Swallow Sect’s Overture (Part 3)

"Moreover, during the Southwest battle, the power of the new gunpowder has been witnessed by everyone. Even if those Confucians oppose, how could they stop the various court forces."

"Qiankun Academy is bound to be the focal point of future court struggles!"

So that's how it is...

Li Yan slightly shook his head, "You Golden Swallow Sect know a lot of people, right? I'm just a martial artist, not seeking out those big figures. What does this have to do with me?"

Zhao Wanfang blinked, "Don't forget what our Golden Swallow Sect does."

"Outsiders don't know, but we are well aware. Master Tian Feng from the Ministry of Industry has been summoned to the palace multiple times by Your Majesty in the last two months, each meeting lasting at least three hours. He is a Mo Sect elder, and he might take on the role of Academy Director..."

"And your friend Yan Jiuling, crowned as the top scorer in the Golden Throne Hall, directly entered the Academy for training, and has formed close bonds with many officials from the Sea Opening Sect. He will surely be heavily relied upon in the future..."

"Alright, alright."

Li Yan waved his hand, "You've learned quite a lot. What exactly do you want me to do?"

Zhao Wanfang smiled sweetly, "Don't worry, the elders in the sect have asked me to meet you, just to express goodwill in advance. When you arrive in the Capital, someone will naturally invite you. Golden Swallow Sect will mediate. Whether you go or not, whether you wish to connect with certain people, it's completely up to you."

"Moreover, with the current reputation of the Twelve Primordial Spirits, helping out with introductions is already a fortune for Golden Swallow Sect."

"Alright!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yan suddenly realized, and without saying a word, picked up a piece of lamb and directly put it into his mouth, "Crispy skin and tender meat, fragrant and not greasy, truly the handiwork of 'Dish General'. You should eat too."

His casual manner of eating showed he agreed to the matter.

Just as Zhao Wanfang stated, with the current status of the Twelve Primordial Spirits, ordinary people can't afford such service.

Some secretive commissions can't be approached directly.

With Golden Swallow Sect mediating, it's indeed more appropriate.

Moreover, he valued the intelligence network that Golden Swallow Sect spread across the Divine State.

Seeing him agree, Zhao Wanfang also breathed a sigh of relief, then smilingly attended to drinking, while reminiscing about old times and chatting about the situation in the Capital.

Li Yan listened earnestly, occasionally asking questions, lest he end up in the Capital clueless.

The banquet lasted for two hours.

"Wanfang, are you leaving with me?"

"There are still matters here in Linqing. Sir, please proceed first, and I'll see you in the Capital later."

"Very well, affairs are unpredictable, take care!"

"Take care!"

Li Yan didn't ask further questions, and directly bade farewell.

Zhao Wanfang's visit to Linqing City was presumably just on her way.

But as for what the other party intended, there was no need to inquire further.

Everyone has their own path. When Zhao Wanfang, representing Golden Swallow Sect, contacted him, the former oiran seeking oblivion was no longer seen.

Even as the conversations warmed up, the guard between them increased.

Upon leaving the tavern, it was already dark, and some shops on the street had closed.

"Young Hero Li, let me guide you."

Cao Gang sent a disciple, waiting outside all along.

"Good, thank you."

Li Yan smiled and nodded, glanced back at the inn, and then strode into the night.

Meanwhile, on the second floor, Zhao Wanfang watched his figure disappear through the crack of the door, a trace of darkness flickering in her eyes. But hearing footsteps behind her, her gaze turned gentle and resolute.

"Uncle Liu, send all the intelligence from the secret lines."

"Linqing City has become a Gunpowder Barrel. Some want to take advantage of Eunuch Ma's temper, some want to save the Royal face, while others aim to capitalize on confusion. No matter who stirs the waters, we must be the first to know!"

"Yes, Miss Zhao!"

...

Just as Li Yan suspected, Zhao Wanfang came with a mission.

Linqing City, as the foremost Paper Currency Office in the world, harbors tangled interests and diverse forces, constantly breeding troubles.

Eunuch Ma, trusted deeply by the Emperor as the Tax Supervisor, previously bore the brunt of criticism, filling the national treasury with much silver and giving the court relief, but he has also embezzled plenty, arousing public fury.

A tax rebellion has long been brewing in secret.

Many pugilistic world individuals are involved, thinking their actions are covert, but they have long fallen under the watchful eyes of the court's insiders, becoming unwitting tools.

The city, the pugilistic world, and the court have never been truly separated.

Of course, these matters have nothing to do with Li Yan.

Cao Gang did things very considerately, arranging for him a clean and quiet inn.

Upon returning to the courtyard, he saw Wang Daoxuan rushing over with Xu Fu's Legacy in hand, eyes full of excitement as he exclaimed, "It's deciphered, the secret words for seeking immortality left by Xu Fu have been cracked!"

He looked to Kong Shangzhao who followed behind, "This one, indeed is a genius!"