463: Emperor stationed troops in the state

"Going to White Tiger Continent?"

Hearing Jiang Ning's words, Shen Jinhuan immediately said, "If Revered Master is going, I'm going too!"

Jiang Ning nodded.

Xiao Bai and Shen Jinhuan were both going, oh right, and Xiao Hui too.

He had a Small World and could bring people inside without being restricted.

But did the great families have Spiritual Artifacts to inspect such Small Worlds?

If it were in other Boundary Realms, Jiang Ning certainly wouldn't worry about this, but this was Great Qian, where the power of the noble families and the imperial court was formidable.

Moreover, while portable Small Worlds were scarce, Great Qian had many capable people; what if they had them too?

Jiang Ning said in advance, "When the time comes, I'll put you in the Small World. Act according to the situation; if they have inspections, then you'll find a place to wait for me.

At that time, no making a scene and no getting angry, understand?"

Xiao Bai was the first to raise her hand. "Understood, understood, Revered Master!"

Shen Jinhuan turned her head away, remaining silent.

She didn't care about any of that; she only wanted to follow Jiang Ning.

Qing Dai heard that Jiang Ning had returned and rushed back as well.

"Boss, you're back!"

Jiang Ning had Qing Dai sit down, then explained the situation before finally asking, "What kind of place is White Tiger Continent?"

He wasn't familiar with Great Qian.

Qing Dai said, "White Tiger Continent is a city to the west of the Great Qian Imperial City, responsible for guarding the capital. The Prefect of White Tiger Continent is also a confidant among the Emperor's confidants.

And it's not just White Tiger Continent.

You can view the Great Qian Imperial City as the center of a region.

To its west is White Tiger Continent, to its east is Azure Dragon Continent, to the north is Black Tortoise Continent, and to the south is Vermilion Bird Continent.

These four cities are genuine garrison prefectures. There are no Gangs inside, not even small ones. Everyone belongs entirely to the Emperor—specifically the Emperor, not just the imperial Family.

No matter which direction an enemy comes from, they will be obstructed and won't reach the Imperial City instantly.

The Imperial City and its neighboring cities can also dispatch troops to support and eliminate the enemy at the fastest speed.

This is also why the Great Qian Imperial City has never suffered an invasion; no one dares to, and no one can.

Even if a mutiny were to occur within the Imperial City, the soldiers from the four directions could rush in to protect the monarch."

"Is it close to the Imperial City?"

Jiang Ning now had a rough understanding of White Tiger Continent.

This time, he feared it would be entirely populated by people from the court and noble families.

As for Gangs, there would probably only be organizations like the Spirit Pill Hall that appeared "harmless" and were "loved by everyone."

Qing Dai said, "If you take a space spirit boat, it takes six hours."

"Six hours?" Xiao Bai said in surprise. "It takes six hours even on a space spirit boat? If the Imperial City is attacked, can they really make it in time?"

Qing Dai explained seriously to Xiao Bai, "Second Miss, what we're talking about are civilian Space Tunnels. Between the Imperial City and these four prefectures, there are dedicated Space Tunnels.

Moreover, the military space spirit boats are very large and can transport troops very quickly."

Xiao Bai realized.

She felt quite pleased with herself.

She didn't have that many thoughts; it didn't matter to her whether Qing Dai explained it or not. What made her happy was that Sister Qing Dai called her Second Miss!

Shen Jinhuan, on the other hand, didn't ask.

She was no longer that little girl on the Sixth Peak whom everyone could bully.

She had also been a Saintess and had participated in the long-lasting wars of the Xuanhuang Domain. She knew that some things aren't usually seen, but they all appear when war arrives.

Some weapons and secret passages can catch people off guard when they suddenly appear.

Back then, she had also nearly been captured by the people of the Tiance Military Prefecture.

Having understood this, Jiang Ning said to Qing Dai, "During the days I'm gone, just look after the house peacefully. If you really encounter a difficult problem, go to the Spirit Pill Hall to find Elder Dan.

I've already spoken with Elder Dan in advance.

If that still doesn't solve it, have Elder Dan take you to the Princess's Manor; someone there can help you solve it."

"The Princess's Manor?!"

Qing Dai's eyes widened.

In the Great Qian Imperial Family, even an unfavored prince or princess had a more noble status than the Saints and Saintesses of the great Sects!

These were people of the Great Qian Imperial Family Bloodline!

The Boss was actually able to get involved with a princess, and from the looks of it, their relationship didn't seem shallow!

"Boss, I am slow-witted. Which princess is it?"

"The Sixth Princess."

Jiang Ning had no choice; he had to look after his home.

Besides, Qing Dai was one of his own, and his friendship with Zhao Mianshuang would be known sooner or later.

Jiang Ning said, "Go there only as a last resort. I'll go say hello in advance, and the Princess's Manor will also look after our courtyard. This matter cannot be known by outsiders, do you understand?"

"Rest assured, Boss."

Having worked as an agent before, she knew some rules, so Qing Dai responded seriously.

Moreover, she could imagine that in the future, Jiang Ning might be embroiled in the struggles of the imperial Family; every single one of these matters was no small thing.

Knowing too much was actually unsafe.

She understood the importance of this matter.

After arranging the affairs at home.

Jiang Ning didn't take Shen Jinhuan with him, but directly used the Space Law to reach the Secluded Bamboo Hermitage where Zhao Mianshuang was located.

Coming this time, Jiang Ning could perceive the fluctuations of this space more easily than before.

But relying solely on himself, it was still extremely difficult to find the correct entrance and then force it open.

This place felt increasingly precious.

Jiang Ning did not intend to waste time.

He took out the Jade Cicada and dripped blood onto it.

The Jade Cicada lit up with a layer of translucent white light. A few seconds later, a door appeared in front of Jiang Ning, and the Secluded Bamboo Hermitage emerged.

Jiang Ning opened the door and entered.

The Formation sensed the Jade Cicada entering the courtyard and automatically hid the space again.

Having entered Soul Transformation, Jiang Ning felt many gazes sweeping over him.

These were all the hidden guards Zhao Mianshuang had stationed here.

Among them, there were certainly higher-level hidden guards that Jiang Ning couldn't perceive.

Zhao Mianshuang appeared before Jiang Ning.

She said with a smile, "Seeing Brother Jiang restore his original appearance, I am happy for you. Has Brother Jiang come to share the good news? It just so happens I still have some wine in stock.

Shall we have a couple of drinks?"

Jiang Ning hurriedly waved his hand. "I'm not here for wine this time."

"Then it's for the Body Integration Realm Immortal Cave in White Tiger Continent?"

"You know about it too?"

"Of course I know." Zhao Mianshuang said, "I'm also going to try for this Opportunity. Among my subordinates, there are also Cultivators staring greedily at this Immortal Cave.

Brother Jiang has a good relationship with the Elixir Patrol Hall Master of the Spirit Pill Hall, so you must have received his invitation.

It just so happens that I'll have my people here fully cooperate with you."

"Better not. Don't let your subordinates develop divided loyalties because of this."

Jiang Ning refused.

Zhao Mianshuang asked with a smile, "Brother Jiang, rest assured. Although I don't have as many subordinates as my imperial brothers, they are exceptionally loyal; they won't have any other thoughts.

Besides, while this Immortal Cave is not bad, it isn't that important to me."

Jiang Ning nodded.

The imperial Family naturally had many good things. A Body Integration Realm Immortal Cave might truly not be something Zhao Mianshuang would value highly.