At this time, Ding Xiuqing's heart was already numb. Since arriving in Sanshui Town, everything he has seen and heard has refreshed his understanding of the world.
County, county, town, township, square, bao and jia are the basic composition of the nine counties of Penglai.
Sanshui Town was already so incredible that he couldn't imagine what 'Qingshui County' would be like.
As the lift platform opened again, Shi Kaiying led Ding Xiuqing and others out.
The first thing that comes into view is a square hall, more than three feet long and wide.
There are long chairs and benches around the hall, and some old people with rosy faces and cheerful expressions are sitting beside dozens of desks. They sit in groups of three and two, chatting together, and laughing from time to time.
In Kunzhu Mountain, Ding Xiuqing had never seen such a scene. People there always seemed to have something on their mind, and there was always a lingering sadness between their brows.
An aisle extends from each of the four directions in the hall, clearly marked with the four characters A, B, C, and D.
The aisle is one foot to three feet high, two feet wide, and twenty feet long. There are ten households facing each other on both sides.
It was almost noon, and the doors of every house were open, and the aroma of delicious food wafted out.
Ding Xiuqing and others, who were already hungry, couldn't help but swallow secretly.
On the sixteenth floor, Yizi Pavilion, Shi Kaiying lived here.
When Ding Xiuqing followed Shi Kaiying into the home, her first impression was that it was bright, just like being in the open air. There was no sense of darkness at all when entering the room.
Looking up, I found that all the windows were inlaid with the same kind of glass as those on the carriage, allowing the sun's rays to shine directly into the room.
Yu Zhongxiu had been waiting for a long time and warmly greeted the three of them to sit down.
The table is filled with various refreshments and fruits.
Yu Zhongxiu smiled and said:
"Ms. Ding, please rest for a while. The food will be ready soon. Please wait a moment."
Then he said to Ding Xiulian:
"The little girl must have been hungry for a long time. Eat more of whatever you like."
Ding Xiuqing touched her little sister's head, looked at her expectant eyes, smiled and nodded at her.
Ding Xiulian cheered and thanked Yu Zhongxiu.
He reached out and grabbed two pieces of snacks and handed them to his grandmother and brother respectively. Then he took a piece of snack for himself and tasted them deliciously.
Seeing this scene, Yu Zhongxiu's face unconsciously broke into a smile.
Shi Kaiying and Ding Xiuqing sat across from each other, drinking tea and chatting.
"This building is twenty-four feet high, with a total of sixteen floors. It is built in the shape of a cross and is divided into four pavilions: A, B, C and D.
There are ten households in each pavilion, and there are more than 600 households in the whole building, with a population of about 3,000.
The layout of the house is basically the same, with five living rooms, a study, a kitchen, a warehouse, and a bathroom. In addition to the living room, it is five feet long and wide, which is more than enough to accommodate three generations.
In addition to the indoor space and the balcony, there are two open spaces where you can grow enough fruits and vegetables to last for a year."
One building can accommodate 3,000 people. In Kunzhu Mountain, some villages may not have that many people in total.
Thinking of the countless tall buildings in Sanshui Town, Ding Xiuqing was stunned again.
"How many residents are there in this... town?"
Shi Kaiying smiled and said:
"The high-rise buildings in the town are divided into three types: six-story, sixteen-story, and thirty-six-story.
Most of the private buildings are six-story, so there are not as many as Ding Xianggong thought. There are only about 200,000 people in the town.
As a commander, I can only take care of this one corner."
Ding Xiuqing fell silent when he heard the number '200,000 people'. He felt a bit of pressure from it.
Sanshui Town is not that big, everyone has to live, and he doesn't know how to provide food, clothing, housing and transportation for 200,000 people.
But when there are more people, it means competition, and it seems more difficult to live here than you think.
Shi Kaiying continued:
"In the nine counties of Penglai, there is a big difference between the people of Nanzong and the temporary residents.
For example, if two people do the same thing at the same time, the people of Nanzong will get 40% more reward than the temporary residents.
In addition, in daily life, the people of Nanzong have many conveniences that temporary residents cannot imagine.
For example, in this house, temporary residents can only buy a six-story building, which is not only expensive but also difficult to buy."
Ding Xiuqing said with some confusion:
"Is there a big difference?"
Shi Kaiying laughed and said:
"Mr. Ding, come with me."
Shi Kaiying took Ding Xiuqing to briefly operate the various facilities in the room.
A water pipe that can discharge water on its own, a rune-patterned lamp that can be turned on with a touch, a rune-patterned stove that can start a fire without wood, a bathtub that can adjust the temperature, etc.
In short, all the conveniences needed in daily life can be easily operated.
Innate Yiqi Nanzong actually penetrated the power of magic into the entire lives of ordinary people.
After turning around, Ding Xiuqing had no other thoughts except extreme shock.
Which island in the sea is the most precious?
freshwater!
When we are in Kunzhu Mountain, what everyone looks forward to most is rainfall, because enough rainwater can be accumulated for use.
But the most feared thing is also rainfall, because it means storms and disasters.
But here, fresh water is available at any time.
He didn't know how the nine counties of Penglai achieved this, and he wasn't prepared to ask.
As long as you live here, you will be able to figure these things out sooner or later.
There are so many changes in this residence alone. Looking at Sanshui Town and even the nine counties of Penglai, how many changes are hidden in it?
“Many of these conveniences have been added gradually over the years.
The six-story residential building is still an old structure from decades ago, and it still uses firewood and candles, so it can't be compared with this place."
Ding Xiuqing pondered for a moment and suddenly said:
"With such a stark contrast, aren't you worried that these temporary residents will be dissatisfied?"
Shi Kaiying smiled.
"The deputy head of our sect Wushuang Zhenren said:
Only when people see others living a good life will they have pursuits and think about hard work and hard work.
Motivation only arises from desire!”
Ding Xiuqing muttered it several times, feeling anxious in her heart.
It is the nature of any creature to choose a better life, and humans are no exception.
"Chief Shijia, if you want to obtain permanent residence permission as soon as possible, is there any good way?"
Shi Kaiying smiled inwardly.
"Xiangong Ding can only be regarded as a temporary resident now, not even a temporary resident. If he doesn't have special talents, it may take ten years to settle here.
But you can wait, but my sister may not be able to wait. If she doesn't enter the palace, she will never have another chance in her life in ten years.
In the nine counties of Penglai, women have a high status. Did you see Zhuo Jing? She is now in charge of three shops and her monthly salary is more than that of me, the boss.
If your sister misses these ten years of study, she will be illiterate in the future, I'm afraid..."
Shi Kaiying did not continue speaking, but Ding Xiuqing already understood the meaning of his words.
Just as he was about to speak, Shi Kaiying continued:
"I have heard Zhuo Jing tell me about the marriage contract, and I will not do anything that takes advantage of others.
But without a relationship, I can’t ask others to vouch for you. I also have a countermeasure, Mr. Ding might as well think about it.”
After a pause, seeing that Ding Xiuqing remained silent, he continued:
"You and I can become brothers of the opposite sex. That way I can ask my neighbors for help.
In this way, Ding Xianggong and his family can be turned into temporary residents without affecting my sister's schooling. I wonder what Ding Xianggong wants?"
Ding Xiuqing had a sudden thought. Yu Zhongxiu had talked to him about getting married before. Although he was willing, he always felt a little threatened.
But at this time, Shi Kaiying put aside the matter of getting married, and instead wanted to become a brother of the opposite sex with him, but this made him feel a sense of crisis.
Once the two become sworn sworn brothers, it means there is a gap in generation, and it is no longer possible for Shi Ziyu to marry Ding Xiulian.
'Why did Shi Kaiying change her mind?'
'If I miss Shi Ziyu, will my sister find a better destination?'
'Why does Shi Kaiying want to be sworn sworn sworn brother?'
Scholars always have more things going on in their minds than others, and Ding Xiuqing fell into self-doubt for a while.
After a moment, Ding Xiuqing bowed her hand towards Shi Kaiying.
"Chief Shijia, there is something unclear about Ding. Please ask Chief Shijia for advice."
"Oh, Mr. Ding, please speak!"
Ding Xiuqing pondered for a moment and asked:
"You and I have never met each other, why would Chief Shijia be so kind to me?"
Shi Kaiying smiled and said:
"If I said that I fell in love with Ding Xianggong at first sight, you would definitely not believe me. In fact, the reason is very simple.
As a guarantor, if you can make outstanding achievements in the future, I will also be recommended.
The greater your contribution, the more benefits I will receive."
Ding Xiuqing was a little strange and asked:
"How can Chief Shijia know what I will do?"
Shi Kaiying said strangely:
"How can I possibly know what you will do, but after all, you are a scholar, and you will always have more opportunities than ordinary outsiders.
You can never go wrong by casting a wide net to catch as many fish as you can and choosing the best.”
In fact, Shi Kaiying did not tell the truth completely. He failed to build the foundation in his early years, and he obtained the incomplete "Qi Watching Technique" magical power, which allowed him to check his popularity.
However, because this 'qi-gaining technique' is incomplete, it sometimes fails to work.
The moment he saw Ding Xiuqing for the first time today, this magical power suddenly activated on its own.
In his eyes, Ding Xiuqing's head was shrouded in purple clouds, and the aura of purple gold wrapped around her body, shaking him so much that he couldn't even open his eyes.
If he hadn't been of a calm temperament, he might have screamed at that time.
From that moment on, Shi Kaiying made up his mind, regardless of whether the 'Qi Watching Technique' was accurate or not, he would try his best to make friends with Ding Xiuqing.
It happened that Yu Zhongxiu liked Ding Xiulian, so he simply took the opportunity to make friends with her.
What's going on here is not buying and selling.
After all, Yu Zhongxiu's vision was a bit narrow. Directly telling her about the marriage contract when they first met would inevitably arouse Ding Xiuqing's resentment.
Therefore, he deliberately said that he wanted to sworn sworn sworn friends with him, which was actually a strategy of retreating into advancing.
Ding Xiuqing was half-convinced, but after Shi Kaiying interrupted him, he was a little reluctant to let go of the marriage contract.
After pondering for a moment, he finally made a decision.
"Ziyu is gifted with intelligence and good manners. My sister-in-law was enlightened at the age of three, composed poetry at the age of five, and has a photographic memory.
Ding thought that the two of them might be a good match, so he might as well make a marriage contract for them.
If in the future Ziyu feels that his roommate is vulgar or incompatible with her temperament, he can cancel the marriage contract at any time. I wonder what Shi Jia's intention is?"
Shi Kaiying was overjoyed and shouted:
"Does Xianggong Ding really mean what he said?"
Ding Xiuqing said seriously:
"A gentleman makes a huge promise, how dare he lie about such a big thing!
only..."
Shi Kaiying was a little worried and said:
"Just what?"
Ding Xiuqing smiled bitterly.
"It's just that it won't be easy to discuss the seniority between you and me from now on."
Shi Kaiying was stunned for a moment, then pointed at Ding Xiuqing and laughed loudly.
...
at night.
Ding Xiuqing stood in front of the balcony looking at the brightly lit Sanshui Town below and fell into deep thought.
Today at noon, Shi Kaiying and Ding Xiuqing officially signed the marriage contract for Shi Ziyu and Ding Xiulian under the witness of the head of the sixth branch of Bingzi and the disciples of Nanzong.
This is a formal filing and has corresponding effects.
Ding Xiuqing currently lives next door to Shi Kaiying's home.
This was originally the residence of Shi Kaiying's parents.
Three years ago, the two elders passed away one after another, so this house became vacant. Today, it was sorted out by Yu Zhongxiu and temporarily used by Ding Xiuqing and his family.
After all, the two parties are now married, and their relationship is completely different.
Sanshui Town is still bustling at night.
The rune-patterned lanterns on both sides of the road were all lit up, and Ding Xiuqing could see a glimpse of the brightly lit sky.
Countless people flow through the street market.
This kind of situation cannot be seen on Kunzhu Mountain.
There, after night falls, the earth seems to fall into a deep sleep.
Regarding the special situation in Sanshui Town, he once asked Shi Kaiying if it was like this everywhere in the Azure World.
Shi Kaiying told him very proudly.
In the entire azure world, only the nine counties of Penglai have such a fairy palace-like residence.
It was the Innate Qi Nan Sect that bestowed all of this.
Ding Xiuqing thought about some things she had asked Shi Kaiying during the day.
'How can I become a member of the Southern Sect in the shortest possible time?'
Shi Kaiying told him that Nanzong encourages creation and innovation. Anyone who does something beneficial to Nanzong or the world can get an exceptional promotion.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Today, all the innovations and creations in the nine counties of Penglai, including food, clothing, housing and transportation, are all made by Nanzong disciples and the people.
The task with the highest reward in the Nanzong of the nine counties of Penglai is to 'transform vitality'.
There is no reward for this task.
But Shi Kaiying said that if someone can complete this task.
According to the meaning of Ruyi Zhenjun, "except for the resurrection of the dead and the birth of children by men," any other requirements can be met.
At this moment, Ding Xiuqing was thinking about this matter.
While I was thinking, the voice of my younger sister Ding Xiulian came from behind.
"Brother! Why aren't you sleeping yet?"
Ding Xiuqing turned around and saw her sister sitting up from the bed and rubbing her eyes.
Ding Xiulian is timid and dare not rest alone when she comes to a strange place, and she has liked to stick to her brother since she was a child, so Ding Xiuqing is here to accompany her.
Ding Xiuqing came to the collapse, asked her sister to lie down again, and asked gently.
"Why did you wake up?"
"Can't sleep, this bed is too soft."
Ding Xiuqing felt a little sad, holding her sister's hand and saying softly:
"Close your eyes and fall asleep soon."
Ding Xiulian obediently closed her eyes. After a while, just when Ding Xiuqing thought she had fallen asleep, she suddenly heard her sister whisper:
"Brother~~!"
"Huh? What's wrong?"
"Brother, can we stay here forever?"
Ding Xiuqing was slightly startled and asked softly:
"Do you want to live here?"
Ding Xiulian's eyes did not open, and she said vaguely:
"I think, the food here is good, the accommodation is good... the adults are all laughing... I like it here..."
As she spoke, Ding Xiulian's voice gradually lowered until it was no longer audible.
Ding Xiuqing waited for a moment, then gently took her hand out of her sister's palm.
Looking at my sister quietly, I saw that her frowning eyebrows relaxed and a slight smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.
He stood up and went to his desk, opened the book box that he never left behind, and took out thick volumes wrapped in oil paper from the bottom of the box.
On the title page of the last volume are three large Chinese characters written in Yunzhuan.
[The Theory of Vitality]
The Ding family also came from a cultivating family in their early years and had a magical power passed down through blood.
【Eye of Truth】
This magical power can best penetrate into the nature of all things, but it will cause certain damage to the body every time it is used.
As early as two thousand years ago, the ancestors of the Ding family discovered through their innate magical powers that there seemed to be endless mysteries in the vitality.
So he mobilized his family's strength to study the vitality of heaven and earth, but it was impossible to study the vitality casually and thoroughly.
The ancestor who was about to live a long life was unwilling to give up. Before his death, he ordered his descendants to continue the research. So the Ding family persevered and continued from generation to generation.
It wasn't until three hundred years ago that the Ding family of practitioners suddenly broke off. After that, the once-prominent family of practitioners withdrew from the world of practice.
Ding Xiuqing accidentally awakened her bloodline talent seven years ago, and her father handed him the twelve volumes of "Theory of Vitality" that had been passed down by the family for generations.
Ding Xiuqing is not a practitioner, and thousands of years of research by her ancestors have failed to yield any results.
He didn't believe that he, an ordinary person, could research anything, so he never paid much attention to this volume.
But it's different now.
Thinking of the highest-level mission of the Xiantian Yiqi Southern Sect, Ding Xiuqing touched the flexible volume cover.