Zhuo Ying found Meng Shu's words somewhat amusing and said:

"If Zhenru spends all her time cultivating and training, it's understandable that she wouldn't know about this, but how come you don't know either?"

"The Shangqing Sect has produced a remarkable person!"

Judging from Zhuo Ying's tone, this legendary figure from the Shangqing Sect must be a household name, which piqued Liu Yunqing's interest.

"Being able to use pills to blow people up is already amazing, how amazing can it be?"

Before Liu Yunqing could finish her teasing remark, Zhuo Ying raised her chin at her, looking like she was right.

"If Zhenru could be our captain, she would have hit the nail on the head with just a casual remark."

Urged on by Liu Yunqing and Meng Shu, Zhuo Ying gave a detailed account of the extraordinary person she had described.

After the divine man finished telling his story, the flying boat arrived at the territory of the Brahma Temple.

But the group did not see Wuchen.

Upon arriving at the entrance of Fanyin Temple, there was only a novice monk guarding the gate. After glancing at each of them, he handed a jade slip to Liu Yunqing.

"I?"

Liu Yunqing took the jade slip and looked at Master Jianxing with some confusion.

The novice monk didn't look at Jian Xing, but nodded with a somewhat simple-minded expression and said:

"Indeed, it was Grandmaster Wuchen who personally instructed me to give it to a masked female cultivator in red."

Upon hearing that it was given by Wuchen, Liu Yunqing suddenly realized what was happening. As he took the jade slip, he casually grabbed a handful of spirit stones and gave them to the little novice.

The young novice monk did not refuse, gently chanted a Buddhist prayer, and then retreated back to the entrance of the Brahma Temple.

After quickly reading the jade slip given to him by Wuchen, Liu Yunqing said to the others:

"Wuchen has other matters to attend to, so we'll head out first and wait for him to finish before joining us."

Just as the group left the Brahma Temple and hurried on their way, they received a message from the others saying that they should meet at their destination.

The destination was a city of rogue cultivators called Thousand Suns City, which everyone had agreed upon, and the location was the midpoint between them.

Like Biyue City, Qianyang City is a relatively smaller city located closer to the edge of the continent.

Apart from that, the two cities have absolutely nothing in common.

The city lord of Qianyang City is a member of the Loose Cultivator Alliance and also a Nascent Soul stage cultivator.

Given the precedent set by Biyue City, it was impossible to inform the people of Qianyang City, especially the city lord, about this mission.

Unfortunately, the person who could become the city lord was not blind or deaf. As soon as Liu Yunqing and his party entered the city, they were invited into the city lord's mansion by the city lord of Qianyang City.

"It's truly an honor to meet you, young friend! Hahaha!"

The people from the city lord's mansion were quite polite.

The Lord of Qianyang City showed no sign of neglect. As soon as Liu Yunqing and the other three sat down, their cheerful greetings drifted from outside the reception room.

Immediately afterwards, a man of medium build but exceptionally robust physique strode into the reception room and headed straight for Liu Yunqing.

Upon approaching, he remained silent, his seemingly honest yet dignified eyes scanning Liu Yunqing up and down before showering him with praise.

They praised Liu Yunqing for making the rogue cultivators proud, praised her for her good aptitude and high talent, and even her appearance was not spared in the end.

If he weren't wearing shoes, Liu Yunqing was afraid he wouldn't even spare the spaces between his toes.

And when he praises someone, he is so sincere and focused that he seems to see no one except Liu Yunqing.

Even though Liu Yunqing wasn't someone who only liked to hear compliments, and Jian Xing and the other two weren't narrow-minded people, they all felt it would be embarrassing not to give some kind of response.

"You're too kind, City Lord. We're just traveling together for training; there's no need for such formalities."

Liu Yunqing seized the opportunity during the gap in the Thousand Sun City Lord's speech and finally managed to interject, interrupting the other party's endless praise.

The Lord of Qianyang City, whose words were interrupted, showed no embarrassment whatsoever. After inviting Liu Yunqing to sit down, he casually nodded to the others as if nothing had happened, which was his way of greeting them.

"Since you are all friends of young friend Zhenru, please feel at ease staying at the City Lord's Mansion. There's no need to stand on ceremony with me."

After a banquet where only the city lord was enthusiastic while the others were lukewarm, the city lord of Qianyang finally made an excuse to leave.

The Lord of Qianyang City has left, but no sooner had he left than he arranged for several Golden Core cultivators to follow them, ostensibly as "guides" for them.

It was obvious that the group was being monitored.

Liu Yunqing and his companions exchanged glances, deciding to hold back for the time being and instead wander around the city with a few ostensibly acting "guides."

The people who were with them didn't care where they went, and they would even diligently introduce the places they visited, occasionally recommending places they thought were good.

At first, Liu Yunqing was a little unaccustomed to it, but gradually, with the guide's conscientious explanations, Liu Yunqing began to feel relaxed and enjoy the unique features of Qianyang City.

Thousand Suns City, as its name suggests, is indeed a very popular city.

Unlike Bishui City, which exudes a lush and elegant charm, Qianyang City is filled with a rugged and rugged frontier atmosphere.

The overall tone of the city, coupled with the image of the Lord of Qianyang as a chivalrous swordsman, makes it seem like a remote, deserted city specifically designed to gather heroes of the martial world.

This city is characterized by its ubiquitous taverns, casinos, black markets, and underground arenas.

"Fellow Daoist Zhenru, this tavern is quite famous in the city. Would you like to go in and have a taste?"

"After we've had our drinks, if you truly have no interest in the capital, how about I take you to the black market?"

On the third day after arriving in Qianyang City, Liu Yunqing decided that the group would split up and perhaps each of them could gain something.

The guide following Liu Yunqing was a male cultivator who looked rugged and muscular, like a body cultivator.

But upon closer inspection, one will find that this person is very meticulous and thoughtful, and he is also clean and tidy, without any of the unkempt and unruly manner.

Originally intending to go directly to the black market, Liu Yunqing changed her mind and nodded, following the man into the tavern.

While waiting for the waiter to serve the food and wine, Liu Yunqing casually asked:

"Fellow Daoist Xu, you've lived in Qianyang City since you were a child, haven't you?"

Fellow Daoist Xu moved the table aside a little, directing the waiter to serve the dishes while looking at Liu Yunqing with some surprise, saying:

How do you know?

Liu Yunqing let the other person pour her wine, gently twirling the wine glass on the table with her fingers, and smiled:

"Naturally, it's because Fellow Daoist Xu's recommendations are all quite good, and... I can feel your love for Qianyang City from your every word and action."

Master Xu only smiled and didn't speak, but his expression clearly became more peaceful and sincere.

He casually chatted with Liu Yunqing about the endearing aspects of Qianyang City.

These aren't the officially recommended ones, but rather Master Xu's own personal experiences.

“Fellow Daoist Zhenru, don’t be fooled by the small size of Qianyang City. It may look desolate and dirty, but those hidden places, unknown to outsiders, are the truly beautiful parts of Qianyang City.”

"The 'Thousand Suns Slicing Through the Clear Sky' phenomenon occurs twice a year in Thousand Suns City, and it is truly beautiful."

“At this time of year, the native people of Qianyang City know that it’s time to harvest the Qianyang Fruit.”

"Fellow Daoist Zhenru, have you ever heard of the Thousand Sun Fruit?"