Mountain Patrol Military Officer-Chapter 66 - The Night Navigation Ship that Can Hear the Dao (Seeking Monthly Ticket Followers)
Chapter 66 -66: The Night Navigation Ship that Can Hear the Dao (Seeking Monthly Ticket Followers)
Chapter 66 -66: The Night Navigation Ship that Can Hear the Dao (Seeking Monthly Ticket Followers)
At this moment, three hundred miles to the south,
Beneath Jing Mountain,
Alongside Nu River,
A burly man with a twisted beard stood on the riverbank, his hands clasped behind his back.
Gazing at the tumultuous river waters flowing eastward, his brow furrowed in worry.
If Chen Yuan were here, he would surely recognize that this person was none other than Qin Hu, the Mountain Patrol Military Officer from White Emperor City.
Qin Hu felt he had particularly bad luck.
He had just left for official business to Qingshan County, and on his way back, he received a secret order from the Prefecture.
Once again, he traveled the dusty roads to arrive at Jing Mountain.
All for the investigation of the “Night Navigation Ship” case.
A rumor had circulated nearby in recent days, claiming that if one were to board a ship that sailed at night, one could gain enlightenment.
It attracted a swarm of worldly society’s martial artists.
However, the night before last, that very ship did indeed appear.
The crowd surged forth, but they also attracted a demon. freēwēbηovel.c૦m
The demon began a gruesome massacre, and the ship vanished as well.
Qin Hu had investigated meticulously, starting with the origins of the rumor, only to discover it was baseless, mere talk out of thin air.
He had no idea who the mischief-maker behind it was.
And as for that ship…
Thinking of this, Qin Hu’s eyes turned more solemn.
The reason the Prefecture sent a secret order was to specifically investigate this ship.
To find out if it was the same one recorded in the Treasury.
In all of Qin Hu’s years serving in the Prefecture, he had only heard of this ship once.
It was a long time ago.
The legend said that hundreds of years earlier, a young Great Divine Ability User worked as a night sailor.
At night, when customers stayed on the ship, they often discussed national affairs or strange tales of the worldly society—ranging from all kinds of people and spirits to the teachings of the Hundred Schools and world knowledge, nothing was left undiscussed.
Among them, there would often be hidden dragons and crouching tigers, uttering shocking revelations.
This would trigger debates and profound discussions that provoked deep reflection.
Listening to the various worldly people’s engaging conversations over time, the young sailor chanced upon an opportunity to embark on the path of cultivation, quickly advancing and ultimately gaining enlightenment.
After achieving enlightenment, the Great Divine Ability User became even more obsessed, sailing the vast rivers north and south, inviting world-renowned figures to discuss and debate, thus establishing a formidable reputation.
But even this Great Divine Ability User could not withstand the merciless passage of time, eventually disappearing without a trace.
The ship he left behind seemed to carry on his last will, wandering the world’s great rivers, guiding those about to seek the Tao onto the ship for debate.
There were also rumors suggesting that this Night Navigation Ship, having listened to countless debates by exceptional individuals over hundreds of years, had itself attained Tao.
Qin Hu always felt there was something rather mystical about these records.
After all, he had not reached that level.
But he knew that the Prefecture had sent a secret order for him to double back and investigate.
It seemed they were taking it very seriously.
Yet at this moment, he was clueless and could only sigh as he watched the river.
Just then,
The sound of galloping horse hooves echoed from the mountain.
Qin Hu turned his head to look.
His eyes narrowed slightly.
A hint of displeasure flashed through them.
The approaching figure was someone he least liked to see in the Prefecture.
Someone with backing and capabilities but utterly ruthless and double-dealing.
A person known for betrayal.
He had suffered at this person’s hands several times.
Quickly, the sound of horse hooves approached from afar.
“Shh”
With a long exhale,
A tall, black horse stopped in front of Qin Hu.
The horse’s fur was jet-black and gleamed with a glossy sheen.
Except for a strand of white fur just below its neck.
The heavy horse’s breath, puffing from its nostrils, flickered with tiny sparks.
Clearly, it was a remarkable breed!
And atop this extraordinary horse was a man in his thirties wearing a purple brocade robe.
The man looked down from his high position.
With a faux smile, barely hiding his disdain, he clasped his fists.
“Officer Qin, you must be exhausted.
Have you found any leads?”
Qin Hu felt uncomfortable just looking at the man’s face and responded tersely,
“Why has the Prefecture sent you here?
Do they not trust Old Qin’s ability to handle the case?”
“How could that be?”
“The Prefecture knows Officer Qin has been tirelessly on the move and wanted me to express their concern.
By the way, I heard Officer Qin was off to neighboring Qingshan County on official business a couple of days ago.
Apparently, a new colleague has emerged there.
How did it go, is it true?” The man’s smirk grew wider.
“Liu Ming, it seems you’re well informed about my activities.
Besides, do I need to report my official duties to you?” Qin Hu retorted with a cold snort.
“Of course not, of course not.
Given the current unsettling state of affairs in the Prefecture, I too hope to have more forces at our disposal and additional help to offer.”
“You don’t need to talk officialese with me, the guy from Qingshan County has been verified to be genuine, and he’s quite powerful at that.
Protecting the county shouldn’t pose much of a problem.”
When Qin Hu said this, he thought of Chen Yuan, feeling that this new colleague from Qingshan County carried with him a hint of mystery.
Liu Ming, upon hearing Qin Hu’s words, a touch of surprise flashed in his eyes.
He had worked with this brute for many years now, yet it was rare to hear him praise someone.
Very strong?
Interesting.
Just as he was about to ask a couple of questions, he was interrupted impatiently by Qin Hu,
“Don’t beat around the bush.
You were sent here suddenly from the Prefecture, what are the instructions?”
A trace of dark cunning flashed in Liu Ming’s eyes, yet his face bore a smile.
Then, an object flew out of his sleeve.
Held in hand!
It was a bronze lamp!
Liu Ming held the bronze lamp, his expression gradually turning serious,
“This was specially brought out from the depths of the arsenal by the Prefecture for me to bring here.”
“It’s said that this lamp came from that Night Navigation Ship.”
“It’s an ordinary lamp, but after being in the presence of scholars debating scriptures over the years, it has developed a trace of the supernatural.”
“Immune to the blow of swords, holding it is said to clear one’s spirit platform.”
“I’ve tried it myself, it’s indeed so.”
“And this object, according to the people from the arsenal, can ignite a flame by someone with Profound Body Perfection who channels the True Meaning of Divine Power.
From there, within a certain distance, one can sense the position of the ship and board it.”
At this point, a hint of fervor couldn’t help but show in Liu Ming’s eyes.
“The Prefecture ordered me to hold this lamp and board the ship to explore, perhaps it will lead me to an opportunity!”
“Qin Hu, let me ask you about the results of your investigation.
Where was that ship when it appeared on the river?”
Towards the end, this person’s tone became solemn, his gaze pressing.
Qin Hu was shocked to hear that this guy had landed such a good opportunity.
He was quite displeased.
He did all the dirty, tiring work, yet the good luck fell into this guy’s lap.
“If you want to know, you can ask yourself.
I’m not your servant!”
“How dare you!”
A thunderous bellow.
Liu Ming’s face turned stern.
The terrifying aura of Profound Body Perfection burst forth.
“This is the Prefecture’s command.
My success or failure concerns the future security of the Prefecture.
Do you dare to disobey?”
Qin Hu glared at the opposition, eyes bloodshot and breathing heavy.
For a while.
He let out a stifled breath, his eyes tinged with disappointment.
Pointing straight ahead.
“It’s right here!”
Seeing the brute give in, Liu Ming was satisfied,
And retracted his aura.
He stepped on the horse’s back, leaped tens of meters into the air, and landed directly on the surface of the river.
Then, he looked at the dimming sky.
Took a deep breath.
Raised the bronze lamp in his hand, True Qi buzzing within.
A ring of light was channeled from his hand to the lamp.
However, as time passed, the lamp showed little change, only trembling continuously.
Just as Liu Ming’s complexion was turning increasingly pale.
Finally, a flicker of flame, like a twinkling star, leaped out from the wick.
As if it would extinguish at any moment.
“It’s lit.”
Liu Ming was overjoyed.
Then, his face immediately tensed.
Continuing to channel the dwindling True Qi within his body.
Struggling to keep the flame steady.
Next, he closed his eyes, sensing carefully through the lamp.
Approximately half an hour passed.
The sky had gradually darkened.
Liu Ming suddenly opened his eyes, his face barely able to contain his ecstatic joy.
“I’ve sensed it, it’s really true!”
Moreover, he could feel more clearly that the ship was heading in his direction.
Only, not long after,
His face changed.
The ship that was originally heading towards him suddenly sped up and turned around to flee!
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