The River Patrol Army was originally set up as a preventative measure against the river flooding. If the river floods, then they need large amounts of manpower to repair the dike. There was also a need of laborers to cut out canals for ease of transportation.

Eventually, as the transportation system developed, the River Patrol Army also assumed the role of ensuring the safety of the trade route along the river. They were in charge of exterminating some wild beasts in the vicinity.

Brightmoon City’s area prospered because of the salt industry, and because of the potential profits, the illicit drug trade had always been a problem. The River Patrol Army thus took on the job of suppressing smugglers. Over time, everyone eventually called them the River Patrol Police Camp.

Inside a secret room within River Patrol Camp’s government office, Commander Sang Qian bowed respectfully to an elder. “Father’s move truly is brilliant. You’ve effortlessly divided Wang and Chu clans.”

Sang Hong lightly stroked his beard. There wasn’t much joy in his expression. “How can it be that simple? I really would be looking down on Chu Zhongtian if this was enough to make those two families fall out.”

“Is it possible that Chu...