334: Jade Pendant

Before everyone checked into the Inn, Jiang Bing specifically gathered them and gave them serious instructions.

"Everyone, although we have safely arrived in the Imperial Capital, this is not our Liangzhou City. There are many powerful figures and strict laws here. You must be careful in your actions and words, and absolutely do not cause trouble, because even I cannot protect you all."

Everyone nodded in agreement after hearing this. The Imperial Capital was unlike the remote, impoverished places they had been before. It was indeed wise to be cautious when traveling.

Seeing everyone nod, Jiang Bing felt relieved. "It's good that you understand. Now, I'll talk about the itinerary for the coming days."

"According to our calculations, Trial participants from other prefectures will arrive successively in three days, and the time for the imperial conferment will be about five days from now. As per past custom, on the day of the conferment, the Crown Prince will host a celebration banquet in the Imperial City on behalf of King Haoyue."

"This means you won't return to the Inn that day. We will decide on the return journey after the celebration banquet."

"But don't worry, at the latest it will be the second or third day. Now that you all know the itinerary, you can arrange your own time. I will always be at the Inn waiting for everyone."

Everyone assented, took their room keys, and returned to their rooms. As for what to do with the remaining time, Jiang Bing would not ask or interfere.

Moreover, these were all young people, just arriving in the Imperial Capital, and their hearts were full of curiosity. They probably had many places they wanted to visit.

Inn room.

Feng Da, while helping Feng Ming pack, reported, "Young Master, the intelligence network in the Imperial Palace has been established, but the information hasn't arrived yet. We'll have to wait a few days."

Feng Ming nodded after hearing this. "The Imperial City is different from other places; the relationships between people are complex and driven by interests! It's not easy for you to penetrate the Imperial City so quickly."

"There are still five days until the imperial conferment, so don't rush for now."

Feng Da asked, "Then, should I go to the various Auction Houses and herbal shops later to collect some herbs for Madam?"

Feng Ming nodded in agreement. "Alright! But the Imperial Capital is different from Liang Province; you must be careful in everything you do! Especially, do not reveal your wealth."

"Don't let people think that the Feng family is as rich as a nation due to the Medicinal Pill business, and especially don't leave that impression on the imperial court."

"When buying herbs, find more people to handle it. We won't be staying in the Imperial Capital for too long, so at least for these few days, don't attract attention!"

"Understood!" Feng Da nodded.

"Additionally, when you have time, help Big Brother and the others pick out some self-defense items or Cultivation Techniques. I won't interfere with these matters."

...As the two were talking, a knock came from the door.

The door opened, and Lu Qianqian stood at the entrance. "Brother-in-law, how's the packing? Are you ready? When are we going to see our friend?"

Feng Ming nodded. "Anytime, let's go now."

Lu Qianqian asked, "Are we taking Feng Da with us?"

Feng Ming shook his head. "He's not coming; he has things to do. It's not easy to come to the Imperial Capital, so I told him to buy some local specialties to take back for Shuwan!"

Lu Qianqian looked envious. "What about me?"

Feng Ming smiled and playfully flicked her nose. "Don't worry, you won't be forgotten."

As they spoke, the two left the Inn together. Feng Ming didn't know Lu Qianqian's arrangements, so he asked, "Where are we going now?" Lu Qianqian didn't answer immediately but looked around. They were on a bustling street. She surveyed the area, her gaze falling on a restaurant.

"I think this restaurant has fewer people and is quieter. How about we go here?"

Feng Ming was a bit confused. "No, don't you usually arrange a meeting place with friends in advance, instead of deciding on the spot? And a restaurant's business largely depends on foot traffic, so why specifically choose one with fewer people?"

Lu Qianqian gave a mysterious smile and didn't explain to Feng Ming. "Don't worry, you'll know soon enough."

With that, she grabbed Feng Ming's arm, and the two walked into the restaurant. Feng Ming thought they would find a spot in the main hall since there were few people, but to his surprise, Lu Qianqian asked the Waiter to lead them to a private room.

This action made Feng Ming intensely curious about Lu Qianqian's mysterious friend.

He wasn't ignorant; judging by the situation, the other party's identity was definitely not simple.

"By the way, who exactly is your friend?"

Lu Qianqian smiled and asked, "Can you truly not guess who I'm inviting?"

Feng Ming shook his head. He was just a minor household from Liumian Prefecture, while Lu Qianqian had connections with the City Lord. Moreover, Lu Zhenfeng, the City Lord, was someone he had personally invited; otherwise, he would have remained in the Imperial Capital.

How could he know about the Lu family's connections?

"How could I guess? From Qingyang City to Liang Province, you've visited quite a few people along the way. It's normal for you to have connections in the Imperial Capital."

Hearing this, Lu Qianqian rolled her eyes, a little helpless. "You know what, the person I'm meeting this time actually has little to do with my Lu family."

"Never mind, I won't say anymore. You'll know soon enough."

After speaking, Lu Qianqian took out a jade pendant from her bosom. In front of Feng Ming, she infused Spiritual Qi into the jade pendant. A glow emanated from the jade pendant, but it didn't last long before disappearing.

Feng Ming didn't quite understand this, and Lu Qianqian said with a smile, "Just wait."

Seeing her confident demeanor, Feng Ming patiently waited.

Soon, the dishes were served, but because the person they were waiting for hadn't arrived, Feng Ming could only watch and not touch his chopsticks.

Honestly, he hadn't had a proper meal this entire journey, and now facing such fragrant and delicious food, he was truly hungry.

Half an hour later, Feng Ming was so hungry he felt dizzy and drowsy when the private room door was finally pushed open.

Feng Ming looked up and saw an old man with white hair walking in from outside.

Upon seeing the old man, Feng Ming's expression involuntarily darkened, because he couldn't discern the old man's strength.

The old man looked ordinary, dressed simply, the kind who wouldn't attract attention in a crowd.

As soon as the old man appeared, he opened his mouth and asked, "Where's the jade pendant?"

Lu Qianqian quickly handed over the jade pendant, simultaneously rising to bow and say, "Lu Qianqian, daughter of Lu Zhenfeng of Qingyang City, greets Senior Gan!"

"A girl from the Lu family?" The old man was clearly taken aback, then looked at Feng Ming. "And you?"

Feng Ming was a bit confused, but still rose to bow and said, "Junior Feng Ming of the Feng family from Qingyang City, greets Senior!"

The old man was originally just curious about Feng Ming's identity, but upon hearing him introduce himself, he was immediately stunned. "You are Feng Ming?"

Now it was Feng Ming's turn to be confused. "Indeed, it is this Junior. Does Senior recognize me?"

The old man smiled at this. "No, but I've heard your name."

"Since you're both from Qingyang City, let's sit down and chat!" The old man was not polite and sat directly opposite them.

Feng Ming was still completely bewildered, having no idea who this old man was!

However, his confusion didn't last long, because after seeing Feng Ming and the others, the old man began to sigh with emotion: "Speaking of which, it's been a long time since I left Lingxiao Sect and saw people from my hometown."

"I never expected to receive news from my hometown in the Imperial Capital this year. For you to come, you must have entered the top ten of the Liangzhou Trial."