Free Web NovelChapter 1484: Chapter 762: Engagement
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"Coco, no need to rush," Feng Wuxi smiled, but Qing Shui could sense a hint of craftiness in her smile. He shook his head, thinking he was imagining it, but after blinking, he realized he was right. This mature woman’s face was so alluring and attractive.
Feng Wuxi left shortly after discussing the marriage agreement. However, before she left, she invited Qing Shui to visit the Feng Clan more frequently. After all, these two clans would soon become interconnected.
"Qing Shui, this special woman devours people, even swallowing their bones, you better be careful. If not for that accident, how could she be here," Luo Qing warned him mysteriously, then fell into silence.
Qing Shui felt his grandfather wanted to say more between the lines, but upon looking at Qing Luo’s expression, Qing Shui knew his grandfather had no intention to elaborate further. He said it just to warn him. Since he had already warned Qing Shui, there was no need for Qing Luo to continue explaining.
In the following days, Qing Shui spent time planting with other members of the third generation of the clan. Compared to the past, many disciples actively approached Qing Shui, hoping he could give them some guidance.
After the New Year, Qing Shui decided to follow Qing Yi to help her in Hundred-Mile City. Initially, all Qing Clan elders were shocked by his request. However, seeing Qing Shui’s determination and coupled with many smooth lies prepared by Qing Shui, they ultimately had no choice but to reluctantly consent to his wish.
Besides their third uncle and his wife staying in Hundred-Mile City to celebrate the new year, Qing Yi would escort Qingzi, Qing Shan, Qing Shi, and Qing Shui to Baili City.
Qing Youu and Qing Hu also wanted to go, but Qing Luo refused their requests, telling them to stop talking nonsense and take it seriously. Qing Luo silently sighed, "Qing Shui has already broken the original rules of the Qing Clan. Later, Qing Luo could only laugh."
The travelers jumped onto a carriage pulled by two big horses. Seeing these two horses, Qing Shui recalled Shi Qingzhuang’s horse. However, with this line of thought, he couldn’t help but think of that self-titled prick, Situ Bufan.
If heading to Hundred-Mile City, there’s only one travel route. This road is just wide enough for two carriages to pass through. The terrain of the path is entirely mountainous, thus making it difficult to travel smoothly. Therefore, travelers will need about four hours to reach their destination.
Though the scenery doesn’t feature dense forests and maritime sights, it remains beautiful. Along the way, various types and shapes of fascinating rocks and stones sparked Qing Shui’s interest. "When I become stronger in the future, I must leave my footprints on all continents of this world."
Traveling, especially sitting in a carriage, can become dull and boring. Their conversation quickly started to pass the time, and soon everyone became familiar with each other.
Not only were they from the same clan, but they were also direct blood relatives. Thus, as they became more familiar with each other, their relationships improved.
Especially for Qing Shi’s son Qingqing, his situation was similar to Qing Shui’s. He got along well with Qing Shui. Qing Shi was very passionate about cultivation, but his talent was limited, having only reached the fourth grade of the Blue Lotus Art. Not to mention, their ages were close; Qing Shui was only one month older than him. Seeing how Qing Shui broke through his limitations and reached his current strength, Qing Shi quickly befriended Qing Shui, hoping to gain some tips and guidance.
Qing Shui appreciated Qing Shi’s personality very much. It was like looking at his own reflection, sharing the same fate. Qing Shui couldn’t help but think it was also his destiny, even if it wasn’t just a chance encounter.
Despite putting in great effort, Qing Shi was destined not to make significant progress on the cultivation path due to a lack of talent. However, he never gave up, never complained, and advanced confidently.
"We will soon arrive at Baili City, then I will take everyone to Yuhe Inn to enjoy some gourmet!" "We will soon arrive at Baili City, then I will take everyone to Yuhe Inn to enjoy some gourmet!"
Seeing how excited Qing Yi was, Qing Shui concluded that Yuhe Inn must be one of the upscale inns in Baili City.
Soon, they could see the massive walls of Hundred-Mile City looming in the distance. When the carriage stopped at the city entrance, Qing Shui couldn’t match the sight before him with the drama he watched in his previous life.
The city walls were 15 meters high and about 30 meters thick. Qing Shui was amazed when he confirmed the toughness of the walls. All the walls were sculpted from massive Lazurite slabs, each weighing at least several thousand pounds. However, what truly astonished Qing Shui was that he couldn’t find any cracks while inspecting the city walls!
"Certainly, this is the skill of both the architect and the construction master!" Deep inside, he harbored information about the art and skill of architects and constructions. Just he hadn’t unlocked them yet.
Not only were the city walls sturdy and towering, but the huge black metal gates appeared extraordinarily thick, exuding somewhat of an oppressive aura.
"That steel gate requires at least twenty people’s strength to open," Qing Yi explained as she saw Qing Shui gazing at the gate.
Standing on either side of the entrance were thirty guards, standing tall. They were clad in yellow military guard uniforms, wielding sharp swords in their hands.
