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The Boatwoman's Questions
"Jinhung has become an interesting place since the Eastern Demigods inherited its authority, or so travelers have been saying."Huang understood that news of Guo Jiang's succession had spread widely, making the title itself insufficient evidence of unusual knowledge.He therefore replied without revealing his affiliation, choosing a statement that neither confirmed nor denied her speculation."His Excellency's reputation is well known throughout the region, so it would not surprise me if people here discussed him."The woman's expression sharpened slightly when she heard his respectful form of address, although she offered no immediate comment."His Excellency, you say, which is an interesting choice of words for someone who claims only to have traveled through several places."Huang recognized that she was examining his language as carefully as she had exami
A Journey of Hidden Identities
"Senior, I would like to reach the island and request an audience with Alchemist Su Yan, if you are willing to take me there."The woman considered his request, then turned toward the lake and placed her long pole into the water."That is where you asked to go, and I have accepted your passage, so there is no reason to remain here."Huang stepped toward a stable position upon the raft, leaving sufficient room for her to handle the pole without obstruction.He remained attentive to the vessel's movement, understanding that the woman had already demonstrated unusual control over its speed.She pushed against the lakebed with an apparently unhurried motion, and the raft began moving away from the landing.The distance covered by the first movement exceeded what Huang would have expected from ordinary physical strength.He glanced toward the
The Raft That Did Not Tremble
Nevertheless, he had learned that appearances were unreliable when dealing with older practitioners whose strength might be deliberately concealed."I accept your price, Senior, and I would appreciate passage to the island where Alchemist Su Yan resides."The woman nodded slightly, appearing unsurprised that he could afford an amount many ordinary travelers would consider unreasonable."Then come aboard, young man, because I have no intention of carrying someone who spends the entire crossing arguing over payment."Huang acknowledged her reply but noticed that she made no effort to move the raft closer to the landing.The craft remained separated from him by open water, its position apparently comfortable for the woman standing upon it.He considered whether she expected him to request assistance or reveal that he lacked the ability to cross even a short dist
Fifty Taels for a Crossing
Huang understood that carrying a sword did not automatically establish extraordinary cultivation, particularly in a region influenced by Jianghu traditions.Nevertheless, the combination of her clothing, bearing, and movement encouraged him to examine her more carefully.The woman lowered her pole into the lake and pushed, causing the raft to advance farther than Huang expected from ordinary physical force.He followed the movement with his eyes, noticing that the craft maintained impressive speed without violent splashing or visible instability.Huang thought, "Either her strength exceeds what her appearance suggests, or her handling of the raft depends upon unusually refined control."The observation made him cautious, but he did not interpret her competence as hostility toward an unfamiliar visitor.He had encountered experienced martial practitioners who
The Valley's Forbidden Sky
Huang began climbing the long stone stairway leading toward Valley of the Fairies, following the established path rather than seeking a shorter approach.The steps rose steadily along the hillside, their worn surfaces suggesting that visitors had used the route for many years.Approximately one thousand steps separated the lower approach from the entrance above, making the ascent substantial for an ordinary traveler.Huang possessed quasi-Tiankong cultivation, however, and the physical effort required little more than measured breathing and steady footwork.He continued without haste, observing the surrounding vegetation while maintaining the cautious attention expected of an Eastern Mansion Pavilion Guard.The landscape grew more open as he ascended, revealing additional portions of the valley beyond the trees.He had already seen the lake from his Spirit Bo
The Journey to Valley of the Fairies
Huang watched the city diminish beneath him while considering the responsibilities attached to his Pavilion Guard office.He thought, "My task is to find Su Yan and request an audience, so I must not allow impatience to become disrespect."The vessel continued southward, carrying him above changing terrain as the settlements of eastern Logun gradually gave way to broader countryside.Huang maintained the prescribed course, using the existing navigation arrangements rather than treating the journey as an opportunity for unnecessary experimentation.He had traveled through dangerous regions before, but the present mission required no battle or pursuit of suspicious cultivators.The absence of immediate danger allowed him to concentrate upon the practical details of approaching a secluded specialist.He considered how to introduce himself, deciding that openly c
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