The Beautiful County Magistrate
Chapter 531: Six Gates Expert!

Chapter 531: Chapter 531: Six Gates Expert!

Xu Qianli said, "What else could it be? Of course, I couldn’t bear to hit you. With a delicate girl like you, what if you got hurt? Tell me, do you really want to go work for the provincial government that much?"

Sun Xiaoling said, "I am a bit tempted, after all, it is the Governor’s wife who is recruiting. But if Uncle Xu you don’t like it, I’ll just refuse. Please don’t be angry, okay?"

"Why shouldn’t I be angry?"

"Have you ever considered how beautiful you are? With that face and figure, you’re absolutely a little demon. Wherever you go, there are men staring at you."

"Besides, you’re also a little white tiger. If word got out, there’s no telling how many men would wish to snatch you away."

"I arranged for you to work in Qingshan Town firstly to look after you at work and protect you from being bullied, and secondly, to keep those wolves from snatching you away. After all, with a precious gem like you, I need to keep you by my side."

"And here you are, wanting to run off to the provincial government. From now on, you’ll be so far from me, who knows if we’ll even see each other once a month. If another man snatched you away, wouldn’t I be at a huge loss!"

Xu Qianli said.

They say absence makes the heart grow fonder, but in reality, that’s bullshit. Only by spending more time together can feelings between people grow. Once separated by distance, it’s easy for relationships to run into trouble.

For a top beauty like Sun Xiaoling, he had to keep her by his side no matter what, preventing others from snatching her away.

Understanding Xu Qianli’s thoughts, Sun Xiaoling burst out laughing, giggling non-stop.

Xu Qianli said, "What’s so funny?"

Sun Xiaoling said with a smile, "I’m laughing at how you, Uncle Xu, fear nothing in the world, yet you’re worried about me being snatched away by another man. You’re really so funny. After the way you’ve treated me, how could I have room for any other man in my heart? You’re worrying over nothing."

"Say what you will, I’m just not going to let you go. You must come with me to Qingshan Town!"

"You’re being a little naughty today. I need to discipline you a little."

Saying this, Xu Qianli kissed her, fiercely pressing his lips against Sun Xiaoling’s.

Sun Xiaoling, backed against a wall, turned her head to find Xu Qianli kissing her and could only wrap her arms around him, tightly holding the back of his head.

This naughty uncle was so annoying. Everyone else was dining in the private room, and here he was, sneaking kisses in the bathroom. So bad.

But, who could blame her for liking him? She just let him have his way.

After a while, Xu Qianli finally released Sun Xiaoling. They left the bathroom one minute apart and returned to the private room.

The banquet continued. Xu Qianli didn’t hold back in toasting with Meng Yi and Sun Qiuyuan, drinking to his heart’s content until they were all tipsy.

After a satisfying meal, Meng Yi and Sun Qiuyuan invited Xu Qianli to the upstairs tea room for tea to sober up.

Meng Yi and Sun Qiuyuan were in good spirits and seemed to hit it off with Xu Qianli. While drinking tea, they gave him some pointers on various matters and shared some experience in navigating the political landscape.

Xu Qianli listened and learned humbly.

One must know that these two were the top officials of Suyun Province, with several decades of career ups and downs behind them. The experience they had accumulated was truly invaluable, something that others would beg for, yet they were willingly teaching him. It was definitely a gain.

As they chatted, Meng Yi suddenly brought up a topic that took Xu Qianli by surprise, "Xu Qianli, have you heard of the Qingshan Association?"

Xu Qianli responded, "Speaking of the Qingshan Association, several severe cases have recently occurred in Zhongzhou City, and it seems the Qingshan Association’s shadow is behind them all."

Meng Yi said, "I’ve also heard about the incidents in Zhongzhou City. It’s not easy for you to have thwarted the Qingshan Association’s conspiracies while keeping yourself safe. However, the Qingshan Association’s power is far more terrifying than you can imagine. You should be extra careful in the future."

Next to him, Sun Qiuyuan nodded slightly, agreeing deeply.

Xu Qianli said, "Since Secretary Meng has said so, why not tell me, how powerful is the Qingshan Association really?"

Meng Yi quickly replied.

"About that, I’m not exactly clear on the specifics, but I have heard that there was a secretary of a province who was perfectly healthy yet was discovered brutally dead in his bed the next morning, dying in a frightful state."

"That secretary, it seems, had a past conflict with the Qingshan Association and had vigorously cracked down on their influence."

"Therefore, with the murderer still at large, many people suspected the Qingshan Association."

"Being able to silently kill a high-ranking official without leaving any trace of the murderer, that truly shows the fearsomeness of the Qingshan Association."

Upon hearing Meng Yi’s words, Xu Qianli couldn’t help but feel a chill run down his spine.

It was impossible for there to be a lack of protective forces around the Provincial Party Secretary, even at night while resting, yet he was killed silently by someone from the Qingshan Association. Such means went beyond mere terror.

Recalling last night’s encounter with an assassin from the Qingshan Association, Xu Qianli said, "Last night, I had a confrontation with an assassin from the Qingshan Association. The weapon he used was somewhat unique, similar to the samurai swords used in Japan. Could it be that the Qingshan Association has some relationship with Japan?"

Meng Yi said, "It’s more than just a simple relationship! In fact, the Qingshan Association not only exists within the borders of Dragon Country, but also has networks around the world, including Japan. It’s not surprising that they have forces there. When necessary, they mobilize covert forces from all over the world, and even from different countries, to carry out many actions, including assassinations. That you managed to escape with your life from an attack by the Qingshan Association last night was really quite lucky."

Sun Qiuyuan took over the conversation, "I heard that your survival was greatly due to the Bai Family’s involvement. The Bai Family is the top martial arts family in the country, with a legacy lasting a thousand years, and unfathomable family strength. To receive help from someone of the Bai Family is truly extraordinary."

Xu Qianli asked, "Governor Sun, how did you know I have a connection with the Bai Family?"

Sun Qiuyuan laughed heartily, "You might not know this, but my wife comes from the Bai Family, so I’m quite aware of some of their affairs."

Xu Qianli replied, "So that’s how it is, no wonder."

Sun Qiuyuan said, "Xu Qianli, besides getting to know you over this meal, we actually have another matter to attend to. There’s someone I’d like to introduce to you. Alright, you can come out now."

With that invitation from Sun Qiuyuan, a woman emerged from the shadows, walking unhurriedly to his side.

Sun Qiuyuan introduced, "Let me introduce you. This is Xu Qianli, Vice County Magistrate of Jiang City in Zhongzhou City. And this is Ye Qing, who works for the Six Gates within the security department of Beijing. She specializes in investigating the movements of the Qingshan Association within Dragon Country. Upon hearing that Qingshan Town beneath Zhongzhou City has seen activity from the Qingshan Association, she especially wanted me to introduce you two. She is hoping to be stationed in Qingshan Town to investigate the Qingshan Association’s leads, if it’s convenient."

As Sun Qiuyuan finished speaking, Xu Qianli’s eyes lit up. The person before him was actually from the legendary national security system, resembling a per-eminent detective of the Six Gates from ancient times.

Ye Qing extended her hand to Xu Qianli, "I’ve long admired your renown, Vice County Magistrate Xu. Now that we’ve met, I hope we’ll have a pleasant cooperation in the future."