I Have A Martial Dao World

Just when Li Pei had thoroughly defeated the Xiang Family, in less than half an hour, Governor Wen Renliang received the news.

He immediately summoned two subordinates who were deeply involved with the matter to meet in his study.

"Although Princess Yongping is well-intentioned, it looks like she will not be able to raise the necessary grain," said Wen Renliang as he twirled a well-worn sandalwood Buddha bead in his hand, calmly stating:

"Yunzhou is dotted with concession territories and is frequented by politicians and dignitaries from various countries. It serves as an important trading port and the face of our dynasty, and we cannot afford any mishaps."

Lu Shijie and Xu were inwardly focused and silently listened to the Prefectural Governor without uttering a word.

Wen Renliang stopped twirling the Buddha bead, took a deep breath, and said, "General Xu, eradicate the disorderly people outside the city immediately, don't wait for them to storm State City; Lu Qianshi, you will oversee the military operation. Act decisively, and I will stand with the Commandery Princess to take responsibility for everything."

"By your command, Governor!"

The two men exchanged a glance, both breathing a sigh of relief, and internally praised the Prefectural Governor for dragging the Commandery Princess into the situation, ensuring a foolproof plan.

Wen Renliang reminded them, "Make sure to disperse the reporters in advance, it won't look good for anyone in the reports."

"This subordinate understands."

After bowing respectfully, the two left the room.

With his subordinates gone, Wen Renliang, holding the Buddha beads and expressionless, entered the inner chamber of the study, which surprisingly housed a small Buddhist shrine.

He sat down cross-legged and silently chanted the scriptures, whether to absolve the countless souls soon to be wronged or to find peace of mind for himself.

Facing the kind and benevolent Buddha statue, Wen Renliang suddenly realized he was visiting here more and more frequently.

As an official in the Great Shun Dynasty, you can hardly sleep without praying to gods or paying respects to Buddha.

Before he had even finished half of the scripture, a trusted standard-bearer centurion suddenly called out from outside, "My lord, the Commandery Princess has raised a million catties of grain and is organizing people to distribute porridge!"

Wen Renliang burst out of the shrine, rapidly twirling the Buddha beads, and calmly ordered, "Go quickly and recall Lu Qianshi and General Xu. Have them assist the Commandery Princess with the distribution."

"Understood!"

"Also, where did the Commandery Princess get the grain from?"

"A wealthy oversea donor with the surname Lu donated a million catties of rice."

Wen Renliang, who had an excellent memory, immediately recalled the young man he had once seen on the city walls.

"I thought he was just an insignificant figure, but it seems I misjudged him."

"With the Liao Family now performing Blood-Exchange and Organ Refining, and the support of a wealthy patron, the Hailong Gang is going to have a hard time."

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Outside, chaos reigned, yet the boxing gym remained a tranquil haven.

At that moment, Liao Ya was training her sister Liao Qe, their strikes causing a loud "bang" as bursts of white energy exploded from time to time.

Bathed in sunlight, the sisters' skin looked ever so fair, like creamy jade.

Suddenly, the sound of a car approaching broke the peace, followed by the urgent honking of a horn.

The sisters went out to look and were surprised to see Lu Yao driving up in a black vintage car.

"Eh, isn't that the Commandery Princess's car? How come you're driving it?"

"I donated grain, and Zhang Jin came over to see. But it seemed like he ran into some urgent matter, he didn't even drive the car and just took off across rooftops using his light-body technique. I had some use for it, so I borrowed it. Open the gate for me so I can drive in," Lu Yao replied.

The Liao Family Sisters opened the gate wide, removed the doorstep, and Lu Yao drove the car into the yard, where he parked it.

Curious, Liao Ya asked, "How much grain did you donate?"

Lu Yao scratched his head: "500 tons... how many catties is that again... Anyway, it's not much, I just bought some casually. Forget that for now..."

After opening all four car doors and the trunk, they saw it was filled with stuff. "Come on, I brought you some gifts~"

Liao Qe cheered and rushed over first to check out the items, picking up a sports bra with delight, "Yes, this is what I wanted—a comfy sweat-wicking bra, saving me from being drenched after each boxing practice."

Lu Yao fondled her sister's peachy bottom, saying indulgently, "I brought plenty, take your time choosing."

Liao Ya leaned over nonchalantly, with the air of a demure and dignified lady, but her hands moved swiftly, quickly gathering a bunch of items she wanted around herself, especially several large bras, her cheeks flushing red.

Lu Yao chuckled inwardly; after all, she was still a seventeen- or eighteen-year-old girl, no matter how mature she pretended to be, her innocence was still evident.

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"Sister, I've also brought a lot of high-proof spirits—you can start preparing the Golden Elixir Brew."

The three of them carried the items back into the house, talking and laughing happily.

Suddenly, the sounds of rapid air-splitting approached, signaling that an expert was hastening on their way, utilizing their movement technique at full force.

As they stepped outside, they saw the Commandery Princess descending from the sky.

Li Pei must have traveled for quite some time as she appeared somewhat disheveled. Her clothes were untidy, she was drenched in sweat, and her short hair clung to her forehead.

But she disregarded all that, cupping her hands before her chest and bowing deeply to Lu Yao, "Young Master Lu, your noble donation of a million kilos of polished rice has saved the people from disaster. Li Pei is endlessly grateful!"

500 tons... that was indeed one million kilos... Lu Yao replied modestly, "It's nothing but a trivial effort."

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Upon hearing Li Pei's words, the Liao Family Sisters exclaimed in shock, "A million kilos! Polished rice!? Lu Yao, you donated so much!!"

At that moment, all three women were equally astonished; they had thought at most a few tens of thousands of kilos would be donated, but a million kilos was beyond their imagination.

Lu Yao shrugged, "A million kilos of rice isn't really much in the food trade."

"But you mustn't say that!" Li Pei responded, somewhat ashamed, "With the current situation... even if you have money, you can't buy rice anymore."

She then added with earnest, "I'll report this to the Imperial Court and help you get the rank of a 7th-grade Daoist official. It will make your travels much easier."

"Thank you, Commandery Princess. Actually, I haven't been much help; it's mainly you who has been running around taking care of things."

Li Pei chuckled, "Young Master Lu is being too modest." She took out a brocade box from her bosom and handed it over, "Here are some Dragon Sparrow Eggs for you to enjoy."

Upon opening the box, there lay three "chicken eggs".

A unique fragrance wafted through the air, invigorating the spirit and suddenly quickening the flow of qi and blood.

Liao Ya gasped in surprise, "Demon Beast Eggs?" As a Blood-Exchange martial artist, her hands were actually trembling—such an item was incredibly precious.

"I got these from my father. Go ahead and eat them; think of it as a token of my appreciation."

Li Pei adjusted her clothes and was about to leave, "I still have to attend to the porridge distribution; I must go now."

Lu Yao quickly said, "Wait, your carriage!"

Li Pei was already walking away, her voice trailing back, "I gave it to you~"

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"The Commandery Princess is actually quite proud..." Liao Ya, holding the box of Demon Beast Eggs, reflected:

"She doesn't like to owe others, and she always gives us very precious things. Last time it was the secret scripture from the inner palace, this time it's Demon Beast Eggs, sigh."

Liao Qe sniffed with her cute nose, taking in the relaxing scent, and asked curiously, "Are these very expensive?"

"Expensive? You can't even buy such top-tier nourishment with money; only the most elite nobility can enjoy it."

Liao Ya explained:

"Monster Beasts are nearly extinct, very rare. These are for Blood-Exchange and even Innate Experts; it's a bit wasteful for us to eat them as we can't absorb all their vitality and spirit."

Remembering the high-proof spirits that Lu Yao had brought back, she had a sudden inspiration: "We might as well infuse them into medicinal alcohol to enhance their effects!"