Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King

Yan Nanxun’s expression was peculiar as he asked, "Do you wish it were true, or not?" Zhao Ranran didn’t know how to reply; she desperately wanted to say "I wish it weren’t true," but if she said that, Yan Nanxun would immediately know her facade had crumbled. If others discovered her connection with the Flower Thief, even though he was dead and her heart had changed, it wasn’t necessary to kill him anymore. However, her reputation would ultimately suffer, and she didn’t want to admit it or spread it.

But responding "I wish it were true"... would go against her heart even more. Thus, she was caught in a dilemma and chose not to answer. Yan Nanxun knew Zhao Ranran’s mind was chaotic. Indeed, the "one-sided bond" was neither true nor false; it could be either. It all depended on perspective, and whenever he mentioned "one-sided bond," he would vaguely gloss over it, leaving Zhao Ranran to explore it herself.

Seeing her lost in thought, he didn’t proactively provide an answer. He only observed Zhao Ranran’s state, seeing that she lived as usual, seemingly unaffected, but the knot in her heart remained unresolved, ultimately not well.

However, the knot in her heart was hard for Yan Nanxun to instruct upon, as women’s affairs are notoriously difficult to fathom or guess. He thought to himself, "Ranran’s knot likely stems from the ’one-sided bond.’ Bonding is difficult to unravel. If she could resolve it on her own, it would be best. Why not let her spend time with Brother Chun Feng? It’s about time. If they find mutual affection, let him uncover the mystery. Then come ask me about the one-sided bond. I’ll tell her it’s true and real, unchanging for eternity."

Feeling his plan was clever, Yan Nanxun summoned the Golden Boy and Jade Girl during a leisurely day, saying, "Chun Feng and Ranran are of age, enough to enter the world. Though Chun Feng is older, Ranran became known earlier."

Tai Shu Chun Feng laughed heartily, "Ranran, my junior sister, is remarkably talented. Upon entering the mundane world, she eradicated the Flower Thief and upheld our Daoxuan Mountain’s prestige, truly a joy for our Daoxuan Mountain. On this matter, I, Tai Shu Chun Feng, concede."

Zhao Ranran bowed gracefully to Tai Shu Chun Feng. The two exchanged glances, each maintaining courtesy. Yan Nanxun saw the gleam of potential in their golden jade bond, delighting in his heart, feigning encouragement, "Though that’s the case, Chun Feng must still strive. Shouldn’t he also accomplish something to let the world know a bit about who you, the Golden Boy, truly are?"

Tai Shu Chun Feng’s eyes gleamed with confidence as he replied, "Naturally."

Yan Nanxun continued, "Perfect timing. Recently from Guanshan Road within Longshan Prefecture, there’s talk of the remnants of the Candle Sect causing trouble. This Candle Sect matter is not to be underestimated. This affair, entrusted to Chun Feng, puts my mind at ease."

Yan Nanxun kindly asked, "Chun Feng... if you’re available, could you investigate for me?"

Tai Shu Chun Feng said, "I shall not fail the mission. Hmph, what Candle Sect miscellaneous, daring to rise from ashes, not worth mentioning. I shall organize brilliantly, vanquishing their souls, erasing them completely." With a surge of pride, he felt an unmatched determination.

Yan Nanxun cautioned, "Do not be careless. As the saying goes, a centipede dies yet never falls. Although the sect is destroyed, sparks scatter—should not be underestimated. Within, experts abound. How about this... Ranran still exceeds you in worldly experience. She shall accompany you, how does that sound?"

Tai Shu Chun Feng was taken aback; he was a few years older than Zhao Ranran, and had been incognito in the Jianghu for years with reputable feats, his experience far surpassing Zhao Ranran. After brief contemplation, he suddenly understood Yan Nanxun’s intent to matchmake them. Delighted, as Golden Boy and Jade Girl’s interaction was scarce, he secretly noticed Zhao Ranran from a young age, holding much admiration, eager to unveil the veil and see her true form, continuing the fate of golden jade.

He glanced at Zhao Ranran, whose bright eyes evaluated Tai Shu Chun Feng, knowing deep down that the pairing of Golden Boy and Jade Girl seemed destined. Thinking, "When mentioned, Golden Boy naturally brings up Jade Girl, and vice versa. Although little interaction exists between us, could it be fate? Journeying alongside him, discovering his conduct—it seems agreeable. Plus, my heart is troubled, venturing out may relieve it."

She spoke, "If Brother Chun Feng doesn’t mind, Ranran can certainly accompany."

Tai Shu Chun Feng could hardly contain his joy, coughing lightly to remain composed. Yan Nanxun saw the Golden Boy and Jade Girl stand together, visually pleasing, delighted at the sight, feeling extremely comforted, envisioning the future where golden jade weds, jointly managing Daoxuan Mountain, becoming a blessing to the world.

So this journey was finalized. Yan Nanxun said, "Guanshan Road is our neighboring path. This journey will be far and treacherous, and the Candle Sect is formidable. You must conceal yourselves, avoid publicity. Each piece of scenery brings experience and splendor—treat each moment with care."

The two chose a day to venture into the Jianghu together. Yan Nanxun instructed them "to hide their identities," which Tai Shu Chun Feng and Zhao Ranran naturally adhered to, thus no one knew of their roaming.

As they caught thieves and struck down villains, anonymously doing good, finding delight and vengeance. One night, Tai Shu Chun Feng asked, "Ranran, little sister, do you have any worries?"

Zhao Ranran shook her head and said, "None at all." Tai Shu Chun Feng replied, "I must be overthinking then."

Tai Shu Chun Feng developed deep affection over time, but Zhao Ranran, distracted by her thoughts, didn’t notice, not registering it, not responding to it. Yet seeing Tai Shu Chun Feng’s character and martial arts... neither inferior to her, she secretly admired him, viewing him favorably.

Tai Shu Chun Feng’s mother, surnamed Su, was bloodline-related to Jade City’s Su clan. As the two traveled the Jianghu, they naturally arrived at Jade City, staying at the Su clan estate, keeping their presence discreet, so few were aware.

Upon first visiting Jade City, Zhao Ranran was also struck by the scenery, delighting in finely crafted objects, desiring to explore their workings. Thus, today’s "Jade Observation" came to be.

Li Xian glimpsed the group from afar, only to mutter misfortune. How could this Jade Girl’s ghost linger, now she’s seen as a Jade Miner, yet meeting halfway still. Li Xian was afflicted with the "Jade City’s Eighteen Strikes," his martial arts prowess restricted, if approached, surely to be detected.