Swallowing the Stars: Realm of Control

Chapter 72 Qi Sand Mine

Luo Feng did not stay in the city lord's mansion immediately. After speaking with the city lord Yan Dongmu that day, he went back and brought over Mu Ye's two bodies.

According to Luo Feng's understanding, Yan Dongmu would definitely investigate him, so there was no need to hide the Muye "siblings". The reason for changing them to siblings was to prevent them from associating it with the information from the Yaoshi County area.

Anyway, no matter how they investigate, they can only find out what happened after they entered Eastwood County.

Those who came ahead followed the convoy, which makes perfect sense.

Nine days later.

The City Lord's Mansion, Yan Dongmu's residence.

"Lord of the city, we have arranged for people to investigate these past few days. This Xingchen did indeed enter our Dongmu County four and a half years ago. He was accompanied by a brother and sister. They have been in our Dongmu County for more than four years, rented a courtyard, and hardly ever went out. There is not much information about them."

Shi E informed Yan Dongmu of the simple information he had gathered from his investigation.

"Four and a half years ago, a brother and sister cultivated in the same courtyard and never went out?" Yan Dongmu said, nodding in thought.

"About their arriving caravan?" Yan Dongmu glanced at Shi'e.

"We couldn't find anything. The three of them were cautious enough that they didn't have any relevant information before entering the city. They probably didn't come from the main road to Dongmu County, but rather from the wilderness," Shi E said.

"Alright, since they dared to enter the Dongmu County City Lord's Mansion, it means they're not afraid of being investigated. This is Fengzhou, so we're not afraid they'll do anything detrimental to us. Tomorrow's inauguration ceremony will proceed as scheduled."

Yan Dongmu didn't say much. In Dongmu County, he possessed absolute power and dominance.

He had kept a close eye on the movements of these three people. Since Shi'e couldn't find out, he had to handle some things himself…

The next day.

The inauguration ceremony of Xingchen, the deputy city lord of Dongmu County, was held in a grand ceremony in the central square of Dongmu County. In addition to the people inside the city lord's mansion participating in the ceremony to learn about the new deputy city lord, the ceremony was also announced to the other people of Dongmu County.

Luo Feng had experienced many such things and was used to it.

After all that, he finally became the deputy city lord of Dongmu County.

The two men, Mu Ye and his companion, lived in the mansion with him and were subsequently incorporated into Luo Feng's retinue as his two bodyguards.

For the next six months, there were no special tasks. The main responsibility was to keep an eye on the city and prevent enemy attacks. The monthly salary consisted of ten Qi Sands.

Another eight months have passed.

Luo Feng and the other two had nothing to do every day and spent almost all their time cultivating. Yan Dongmu and the others gradually felt relieved about this and gained an understanding of the strength of 'Star'.

This crazy guy who buries himself in hard work deserves to have achieved so much at such a young age.

The city lord's residence.

Tie Liu arrived: "Lord of the city, a small Qi Sand mine has been discovered in the deep valley of Da Chong Mountain in the southern suburbs, but it is occupied by two ferocious beasts. Of my ten subordinates in the county, only two have escaped back."

Yan Dongmu put down the ledger in his hand, his eyes lighting up: "A small-scale Qi Sand mine?"

As for small-scale, it's because in their areas, there can only be small or micro-scale Qi sand veins. Medium and large-scale ones, which gather natural Qi, are beyond their reach.

"What's the strength of those two ferocious beasts?" Yan Dongmu asked.

"I tried, but I was no match for them and could only escape immediately," Tie Liu said, then pondered for a moment. "I think it's unnecessary for you, City Lord, to take action. It just so happens that Brother Xingchen has been in office for over a year, so we can let him handle it and see what kind of person he is."

Yan Dongmu nodded: "Xingchen, it's indeed time for him to take action. I was originally planning to arrange for him to handle the conflict with Silver Fox County, but now, it's good to let him try out this new Qi Sand mine first."

"Go and make the arrangements, and go with him. Also, see what his true capabilities are. As for the mineral vein, explore and report it as soon as possible. We need to obtain the mining rights as soon as possible."

Yan Dongmu took out the token of becoming the master, and Tie Liu accepted it, saying, "Yes."

Luo Feng's residence.

The tall and thin Tie Liu knocked on the door and came in.

"Young Brother Xingchen, you have quite the refined taste." Tie Liu smiled faintly as he saw Luo Feng and Mu Ye drinking tea.

Makino immediately moved a stool over, and Luo Feng smiled and said, "Let's sit down and have some tea together."

He thought to himself, "This must be Tie Liu coming with a mission."

Tie Liu poured a cup of tea and drank it all in one gulp: "Brother Xingchen, you probably guessed it, I've come with a mission this time."

He put down his teacup: "In a deep valley in the Dazhong Mountain in the southern suburbs, our people discovered a small Qi Sand vein, but unfortunately, there are two powerful and ferocious beasts inside, so we can't mine it for the time being."

"Do you need me to take action?" Luo Feng asked calmly.

"Yes, I've gone to test them out. If we join forces, taking them down shouldn't be a problem at all," Tie Liu said.

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The southern suburbs of Dazhongshan are similar to the Maoshan Village and Damaoshan that Luo Feng just arrived at; they are actually a continuous mountain range.

The entire Fengzhou region, apart from a few river plains, is mostly composed of towering mountains and ridges that stretch endlessly... hence the name Fengzhou.

To say that there are countless mountains here would be an understatement.

In these places, ferocious beasts roam freely; the depths of the mountains are a paradise for them.

If it weren't for the powerful figures from the Five Peaks Sect deterring them, the villages, towns, and cities nestled among these mountains would probably have been slaughtered by those powerful and ferocious beasts.

Luo Feng and Tie Liu, each accompanied by their own guards, quickly arrived at the area where the deep canyon of the Great Chongshan Mountain in the southern suburbs was located.

The canyon in front of us is similar to the Three-Headed Valley of Damao Mountain, but it is slightly smaller in width and much deeper, and it is also shrouded in mist.

But this place is more developed, with a chain-like road that prevents people from getting lost once they enter.

Two hours later.

We ventured deeper into the valley and arrived at its deepest point.

The thick fog obscured the view, reducing visibility to no more than ten meters.

"Such a rich aura of Qi!" Luo Feng exclaimed in surprise.

Mu Ye and Mu Su, who were standing to the side, also glanced at him, and were greatly shocked.

Both of them have a very strong and extremely sensitive perception of Qi.

This place with its extraordinary Qi energy is probably brought about by the Qi energy mineral vein.

"It's quite foggy today, so be careful, you guys," Tie Liu reminded them.

It refers to Makino and his men who served as guards.

"Little Star, follow me." Tie Liu was the first to walk in front.

After walking for another ten minutes, they stopped. The surroundings were eerily quiet, and the temperature had dropped significantly due to the high humidity and low altitude.

It was more than ten degrees lower than outside.

"Be careful, those two big guys could come out at any time," Tie Liu whispered a warning.

Luo Feng's expression turned solemn.

When they arrived, Tie Liu had told them that the two guys inside were two "Ice Blade Furies" that looked like giant mantises. Their bodies were hard, and their arms were made of metal, making them definite blades.

They prefer low temperatures and are adept at assassinating in such foggy areas.

Everyone cautiously scanned their surroundings, and without a doubt, the two large ice blades were probably already around them.

Luo Feng's ears twitched: "The surrounding fog is swirling erratically. It feels like they're coming. Be careful."

Just as Luo Feng's warning fell, suddenly, a blur of motion appeared from less than ten meters away. The speed was so fast that Luo Feng reacted, but one of Tie Liu's men was a little slower. In the process of defending, one of his arms was severed off.

"Ah!" the man cried out in terror.

Everyone went on high alert.

"Such speed!" Luo Feng exclaimed in surprise, but he also got a clear look at the guy.