The provincial governor’s estate was located in the very center of Hanshui City. It was the nexus of power and influence in Wilderness Province, every layer fortified with defensive arrays like a fortress.0

This was both the provincial governor’s residence and workplace. As Lu Yang traversed the compound, he noticed many officials clutching documents as they flew around in a hurry. They weren’t just running as fast as flying; they were literally flying.0

Marshal An had already informed the provincial governor before arranging the meeting. When the provincial governor saw Qiu Jin’an and the others, he greeted them warmly with handshakes. As Marshal An still had to organize the citywide manhunt for Meng Tian True Lord, he excused himself.0

“Fellow Daoist Qiu, your reputation precedes you! I am Lü Ke, but most just call me Old Lü.” Provincial Governor Lü was a loquacious...0