166: Upon arriving in Zhongzhou, Li Rufeng made a suggestion.

Nevertheless, he readily pulled out a Storage Pouch, took out some Spirit Stones, and handed them to Zhao Tianfeng. Along with the stones, he also gave Zhao Tianfeng the Projection Stone provided by the System and explained how to set it up.

Once everything was explained, Lin Chuan cupped his fists and said, "Well, we still need to head to the Imperial Cities of the other provinces, so we'll take our leave now. About today's matter—my apologies."

Zhao Tianfeng stood up and said, "In that case, I won't keep you any longer. Rest assured, I will order men to finish setting up this plaza as quickly as possible."

"Much thanks!" Lin Chuan said. He and Li Rufeng then began to walk out.

Zhao Tianfeng followed them out as well.

"By the way, our next stop is the Central Province. Where is the Teleportation Array located?" Li Rufeng asked.

Zhao Tianfeng smiled and said, "To go to the Central Province, head north for 200 miles. There is a Blackrock City there, and the Teleportation Array to the Central Province is within it. You two don't need to leave the city on foot; just use Sword Flight from here in the Imperial Palace. I'll give orders to the guards below not to intercept you!"

"That's great, it saves us the trouble of walking out of the city. Until we meet again!" Lin Chuan said.

The next moment, Lin Chuan took out his Large Black Pot and threw it onto the ground with a 'bang.' He pulled Number 28 inside with him, grabbed the handles, and the pot wobbled as it flew up into the air.

Zhao Tianfeng stared wide-eyed at this scene, not knowing what to say.

Li Rufeng gave Zhao Tianfeng a helpless look, then stepped onto his Flying Sword and flew out.

After they left, a young man emerged from the hall, walked up to Zhao Tianfeng, and asked, "Father, why did you agree to their terms?"

Zhao Tianfeng turned back and smiled. "Crown Prince, these people have significant backgrounds. Take that woman, for instance—her strength is unfathomable, yet she follows Lin Chuan's every word. She is clearly a Dao Protector. You must have also heard about the Secret Realms Lin Chuan designed. With such talent, it's better to be on good terms than to offend them!"

The young man bowed slightly. "I have learned much from your teaching."

Zhao Tianfeng pondered for a moment and said, "Keeping you by my side all the time won't help you achieve anything. How about this: take your fourth brother and go to that Secret Realm in the Southern Province for a trial. Let the fourth one go out and see the world too, so he stops causing me trouble!"

"Yes!" the young man replied with his head bowed.

Lin Chuan's group arrived at Blackrock City, paid a teleportation fee of 1,000 Spirit Stones each, and used the Teleportation Array to reach the Central Province.

"Damn, you old rogue, you said teleporting was expensive, but 1,000 Spirit Stones per person?" Lin Chuan said.

"That's just how it is. That's why those without money prefer to travel on foot," Li Rufeng replied.

"Whatever, at least it's fast and much more comfortable. 1,000 it is," Lin Chuan sighed.

"What do we do next?" Lin Chuan asked.

Li Rufeng looked up and said, "Right now we're in the outer city of the Central Province Imperial City. Let's head into the inner city first. I'll see if I can find an acquaintance to give us an introduction!"

The three of them hurried along the main road and finally entered the inner city. As soon as they entered, Lin Chuan was stunned by the prosperity before his eyes.

"I didn't expect the Central Province to be so prosperous. It's truly an eye-opener," Lin Chuan praised.

"Hehe, want to go to a good place, kid?" Li Rufeng had a wretched look on his face.

Lin Chuan's interest was instantly piqued. Looking at Li Rufeng's wretched old face, he said, "Let's go take a look. I need to critique it thoroughly!"

Lin Chuan followed Li Rufeng, and just as he expected, Li Rufeng led him with practiced ease to a place called Wanchun Pavilion.

Lin Chuan stood at the entrance and looked up, seeing many figures moving about and hearing the faint sound of singing.

"Hehe, the ones inside are all female cultivators, no Mortals. Are you picking up the tab, kid?" Li Rufeng said.

Lin Chuan said generously, "Young Master Lin is paying for everything today!"

With that, both of them walked through the gates impatiently.

As soon as they entered, a gust of fragrant wind hit them. An old woman about the same age as Li Rufeng, dressed in flashy reds and greens, came to greet them. "Oh, you two look like new faces. Is this your first time at our Wanchun Pavilion?"

Lin Chuan was like a boy who hadn't seen much of the world, momentarily unsure of how to respond.

Li Rufeng, on the other hand, acted like an old regular. "Cut the chatter. Prepare a table of good wine and food, and call some Fairies to accompany us. Today, the two of us won't leave until we're drunk!"

The Madam's eyes lit up upon hearing this, knowing she had major customers. She hurried to make the arrangements.

Li Rufeng tugged at Lin Chuan's sleeve. "Get your Spirit Stones ready for the tips later!"

Lin Chuan nodded quickly and took out his Storage Pouch.

The Madam returned shortly and said, "Honored guests, please head up to the Winter Plum Pavilion. Everything is ready for you!"

Lin Chuan immediately pulled out 200 Spirit Stones and stuffed them into the Madam's hand. "A reward!"

The Madam took the Spirit Stones, looked at them, and instantly became even more enthusiastic. She hurriedly led the three of them upstairs.

As for Number 28, the woman, the Madam didn't find it strange at all. Many people came here, and it wasn't uncommon for guests to bring women along, especially since this woman looked like a personal guard, making it even more normal.

As soon as they entered the Winter Plum Pavilion, they saw two rows of female cultivators dressed very revealingly. They bowed and said in unison, "Welcome, guests!"

"Good, good, good! Hahaha!" Li Rufeng's face beamed with delight as he sat down at the table laughing.

Having lived two lives, Lin Chuan had never seen anything like this. He felt his horizons were truly being broadened; this was too decadent.

Lin Chuan sat down at the table next to Li Rufeng, poured himself a cup of wine, and quietly moved the wine cup away from Number 28.

"Girls, don't just stand there, let's begin!" Li Rufeng shouted.

The female cultivators immediately sprang into action. Some played the zither, some sang, some danced, and others sat directly beside the two of them to start urging them to drink.

Listening to the tunes and drinking the wine, Lin Chuan shed tears of excitement.

"This is too decadent... but I love it!" Lin Chuan thought to himself.

Li Rufeng, that old rogue, didn't bother pretending at all. He drank while his hands constantly wandered over the ladies' thighs.

While the two were drinking, in a room not far away, the Madam was speaking to a masked woman. "Ruyan, two wealthy customers arrived today. Go over and sing a song later. Remember to ask for a generous reward!"

The masked woman named Ruyan, holding a Pipa in her arms, replied, "I understand. I happen to be free now, so I'll go!"

Lin Chuan had just opened his mouth to eat a grape offered by one of the women when he suddenly heard a knock on the door.

Li Rufeng shouted, "Come in!"

The Madam brought in the masked woman and said, "Guests, this is Fairy Ruyan. She has a beautiful voice. Shall we have her sing a song for you?"

Lin Chuan's interest was piqued. In a scene like this, even if this Ruyan wasn't the top star, she was likely a famous songstress, right?

"Sure, let her stay. Sing something for me to hear," Lin Chuan smiled.

"Alright then! Ruyan, take good care of these guests. I'll be going now." The Madam finished speaking and closed the door as she left.