This thought not only lingered in Zhou Yuanfeng's mind, but Tang Zizhen also found it hard to calm her emotions.

What sort of person is Qin An?

Tang Zizhen and Zhou Yuanfeng both knew it well.

He is a peerless prodigy who has forged the foundation for a Supreme True Elixir.

Even though Xunyang Prefecture is teeming with talent, those who can reach such a level are indeed rare.

Combined with Qin An's fantastical blade techniques and martial arts skills, when Qin An reaches the Inner God Realm, he might truly possess the ability to fight many at once.

Relying on his endless secret techniques, even these Mountain Patrol Silver Generals might fall into Qin An's hands.

Zhou Yuanfeng, being a shrewd person, naturally understood the meaning behind Jin Fengyu's decision.

Given the current situation, Jin Fengyu cannot possibly act himself and take down the heads of these Mountain Patrol Silver Generals.

But those who have offended Jin Fengyu's subordinates must pay the price.

By the time Qin An takes their heads himself, even the Golden Generals above these Mountain Patrol Silver Generals would have no grounds to object.

By then, not only will the humiliation of today be avenged, but it will also build up momentum for Jin Fengyu.

Jin Fengyu flicked his sleeves and said, "Since you agree, then hurry and leave, or if I change my mind, your lives will remain here."

Upon hearing this, Hu Long and his people felt as if granted amnesty, not daring to hesitate, and quickly left the Evil Extermination Bureau.

Yet before leaving, Hu Long cast a look filled with resentment toward Qin An without any attempt to conceal it.

Qin An, with his hand on the sword sheath, his expression calm as water, stared straight at Hu Long without the slightest fear.

Many Prefecture Generals witnessed this scene, and their gaze towards Qin An became exceedingly complex.

Especially those Prefecture Generals who previously undertook missions with Qin An felt this way.

He had only arrived at Xunyang Prefecture a short while ago but was directly promoted to Mountain Patrol Copper General and even backed by Mountain Patrol Golden General Jin Fengyu.

Such momentum left no trace of someone from a small place of origin.

Jin Fengyu, with his hands behind his back, glanced at Qin An and then spoke calmly, "Come, follow me to your residence to speak in detail."

With that, Jin Fengyu said no more, striding like a dragon and tiger along the pathway toward the inner courtyard.

No one dared to block him, even the proud Tang Zizhen bowed her head in respect as Jin Fengyu passed by.

Qin An did not dwell on other thoughts, following Jin Fengyu as they disappeared into the courtyard.

After the two left, Tang Zizhen waved her hand.

"Disperse, the situation now is uncertain, do not waste time."

Only then did the numerous Prefecture Generals turn away and leave.

Yet occasional whispers indicated the inner turmoil among the Prefecture Generals.

After everyone had dispersed, only Zhou Yuanfeng and Tang Zizhen remained.

Zhou Yuanfeng said bitterly, "Senior Sister, you are mistaken."

A fleeting look of complexity crossed Tang Zizhen's eyes: "Having made the choice, I will not regret it. The teacher also supports this decision; whatever path Qin An chooses to navigate, let him be."

After finishing her statement, unwilling to say much more, Tang Zizhen quickly left the courtyard.

Watching Tang Zizhen's departing figure, Zhou Yuanfeng knew that whether she regretted it or not, only she truly knew.

He stayed no longer, leaving the place as well.

...

In the peaceful little courtyard, the fragrance of tea lingered.

Qin An poured a cup of plain tea, pushing it across the table to Jin Fengyu: "My humble abode is modest, with only plain tea to offer, I hope Mr. Jin forgives me."

Jin Fengyu lifted the cup, drained it completely, eyes slightly narrowed: "I too walked step by step from Copper Prefecture General to this day, battling long in the wilderness, eaten many raw meals, what talk is there of modesty?"

Qin An raised his tea to his lips and drank it all: "Thank you for your intervention today, Mr. Jin."

Having been in Xunyang Prefecture for quite a while, although he had only met Jin Fengyu once, Qin An felt quite congenial with him.

The other Mountain Patrol Golden Generals, including Jin Mansion Generals, all bore an air of arrogance that kept people at bay.

Only Jin Fengyu carried no arrogance upon himself, seeming even like an ordinary person.

Qin An too fought his way up from the bottom, from Ding County to Xunyang Prefecture, with countless blood on his hands.

He knew very well that he and Jin Fengyu were of the same kind.

Jin Fengyu shook his head and said, "Since you've acknowledged being under my command, to protect you completely is my duty, don't dwell on it."

Qin An's gaze flickered: "This time back at the Evil Extermination Bureau and specifically meeting me in the courtyard must indeed be about the ancient battlefield remains."

During their first meeting, Jin Fengyu had said he wished to recommend Qin An for the ancient battlefield remains.

Today, Jin Fengyu returned specially, which made Qin An speculate that it probably relates to the ancient battlefield remains.

Indeed, after Qin An spoke those words, Jin Fengyu nodded in acknowledgment.

Jin Fengyu, with a serious expression, said: "The ancient battlefield remains are currently surging, various treasures abound; now both demon pseudo-gods and those of the Evil Extermination Bureau have turned their attention to the ancient battlefield remains."

"You are now a Mountain Patrol Copper General, possessing the eligibility to enter."

"But you know too that the missions for Mountain Patrol Copper Generals are not limited to the ancient battlefield remains, and acquiring missions for the ancient battlefield remains is rare, hence I proactively recommend you to go."

"This time I came to ask if you are prepared."

Qin An pondered slightly, tapping his fingers on the table, then raised his eyes: "Prepared? I have long been ready; since Mr. Jin has paved the way, I shall venture forth."

Currently, Qin An has gathered both the Golden Divine Sense and the Fire Element Divine Sense, yet he still lacks the Wood Element Divine Sense, Water Element Divine Sense, and Earth Element Divine Sense.

The information he has points only to the Wood Element Divine Sense.

This Divine Sense is within the ancient battlefield remains.

Hence Qin An must certainly go.

Acquiring the Wood Element Divine Sense swiftly means advancing significantly closer to the supreme foundation of the Inner Divine Realm.

"Good!" Jin Fengyu nodded, slamming the table: "Indeed, I did not misjudge you; your courage is commendable. Given this, in fifteen days, take this token to the east of Xunyang Prefecture at Black Cloud Mountain; within the cave, the Mountain Patrol Generals stand guard. With this token, you may enter the ancient battlefield remains."

Qin An accepted the round token from Jin Fengyu, carefully examining it, and then clasped his fists: "I will not fail the mission."

The ancient battlefield remains are artifacts from a distant era's battleground, existing not in Daqian's space but within a fragmented space.

Entering requires a specific gateway.

This gateway is held by cultivators, and known to both demons and pseudo-gods.

This token serves as the credential for entry within.

Otherwise, if anyone could enter, I'm afraid this ancient battlefield ruins would have long been in chaos.

Jin Fengyu stood up and said, "Let's go. Fifteen days later, we will meet at the ancient battlefield ruins."

He is the Mountain Patrol Golden General, so naturally he has many tasks.

This time, he took the opportunity to return to the Evil Extermination Bureau simply to fulfill a promise from before.

Now that the promise has been fulfilled, he does not plan to stay longer.

Qin An rose, escorted Jin Fengyu to the door, watched him leave, and then returned to his seat.

The tea on the table had already reached the bottom, but Qin An did not refill it, his fingertips rhythmically tapping the table as he fell into deep thought.

"Fifteen days is quite ample. In this case, I will practice the dancer to level eleven at the Evil Extermination Bureau, and then use merits to exchange for a body technique. Using the current six Demon Pills, it should suffice to elevate the body technique to the Outer Elixir Realm."

The ancient battlefield ruins are perilous and unpredictable; even though Qin An has the Supreme True Elixir Foundation, he still desires stability.

After elevating the body technique to the Outer Elixir Realm, whether for attack, defense, or escape, he would have some assurance.

Having understood this, and as it was still early, Qin An placed the teacup aside and turned into the house.

...

Time passed swiftly, and in a blink of an eye, several days had gone by.

Carefree Mountain, inside the flower garden.

At this moment, many fox girls stood trembling outside, looking down at the ground, not daring to make a single move.

The Fox Girl sat in front of the flower garden, applying rouge to her face in front of a copper mirror.

She was originally a fox turned demon, the charm on her body flowing like a vast lake.

After a light touch-up to her face, the charm was instantly magnified.

Today, the Fox Girl wore a translucent dress, her fair skin faintly visible, invoking fervent excitement.

Just then, the sound of steady footsteps was heard.

Many fox girls raised their heads, quickly lowered them again, not daring to take another look.

At the end of the flower garden, a stout middle-aged man walked tiger-like.

The fox girls stepped aside, creating a path.

The man bore antlers on his head, with Evil Qi floating above them.

Flowers wilted instantly upon encountering this Evil Qi.

As the middle-aged man approached the Fox Girl, many fox girls exchanged glances, then shook their tails.

Waves of Evil Qi cloaked the flower garden as if it were a black sky curtain.

From outside, the interior was unseen.

The Fox Girl is applying makeup when she hears the noise, casting a charming glance at the middle-aged man: "Beloved, you've finally found some free time; I have waited sorely."

Lu Wufeng strode to the Fox Girl, embraced her, and gently inhaled her fragrance: "The ancient battlefield ruins are rather significant, plus Master Lu insists I hold my position there, thus I'm seldom free. Today, I'm sneaking out to mix with you, my little enchantress."

The Fox Girl nestled against Lu Wufeng's chest, drawing circles with her fingers on his left chest, coyly said: "It seems Lu Mountain reaped quite a harvest in the ancient battlefield ruins."

Lu Wufeng's expression abruptly turned stern: "Be cautious in your speech! This matter shouldn't be brought up again, nor inquiries made; otherwise, even I cannot protect Carefree Mountain."

Hu Ji said plaintively: "I understand."

Lu Wufeng asked, "I've heard recently that the fox demons at Carefree Mountain were slain in great numbers by a Mountain Patrol General named Qin An?"

Upon mention of Qin An, the Fox Girl's eyes flashed with cold light.

"The young beast has killed many of my kind; if not for the ruins matter delaying, his life should have been taken long ago!"

Lu Wufeng held the Fox Girl's smooth hand and said, "If you need my help, come find me anytime; a mere Mountain Patrol Copper General, feel free to speak."

The Fox Girl leaned against Lu Wufeng's shoulder, softly said: "Rest assured, beloved, if truly needed, I won't be polite, for Carefree Mountain and Lu Mountain could be considered a joyous union."

Lu Mountain is a top-tier power in Xunyang Prefecture, many experts abound, even monster beings in the Inner God Realm are numerous.

The fox demons of Carefree Mountain relied on their beauty for years to indulge with Lu Mountain.

The Fox Girl even had numerous liaisons with Lu Mountain elders.

For monsters in Xunyang Prefecture to survive requires payment; this is Carefree Mountain's price.

Periodically, Lu Wufeng would visit for amorous encounters.

Today was the time.

Upon hearing these words, Lu Wufeng said no more, a gleam of lust crossing his eyes: "Well then, it begins; once the old man's affairs with you end, I'll return to the dreary ancient battlefield ruins to work again."

The Fox Girl loosened her light gauze.

Soon after, the flower garden echoed with sounds of revelry.

...

As the ancient battlefield ruins erupted fully, many eyes turned toward it.

Xunyang Prefecture inexplicably entered a period of peace.

Recently, Prefecture Generals were busy with their affairs; the common people had the chance to recuperate.

Life gradually became calm.

Since the last incident, many Prefecture Generals directed their sights on Qin An.

Some Generals planned to connect with Qin An.

But after several rejections, they abandoned the idea.

No other reason; since the last incident, Qin An stayed in his room daily, almost never leaving except for three meals.

No one knows what Qin An is actually doing.

Yet, seeing Qin An's reluctance to associate, Generals avoided disturbing as well.

Inside the room, the oil lamp's flame flickered slightly, illuminating the surrounding darkness.

In the faint light, Qin An's face was calm as water, yet he couldn't suppress a slight smile at the corner of his mouth.

This period of dullness resembled an endless cycle.

But the gains were greatly rewarding.

He finally succeeded in cultivating the dancer profession to level eleven.

Before him, smoke swirled, floating like a serpent in the air.

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