Evergreen Immortal.

The wind and clouds changed, and Yinglong suddenly appeared.

The scene in the dream was drawn by Li Rui's mind, and a Yinglong of a hundred feet long was perched on the cloud platform.

The next moment.

Li Rui suddenly opened his eyes.

"The knife is coming."

In an instant, his right hand was wrapped in clouds, and the long knife with hidden blade appeared in his hand.

His body was like a dragon, and the hidden blade was sharp and unstoppable.

The hundred-foot Yinglong was no longer just lying on the cloud platform as before. The dragon head was slightly raised, as if it was about to flap its wings and fly high.

"Six Cuts of the Wandering Dragon, the second style, see the dragon in the field!"

Li Rui shouted softly.

The blade was like water splashing, and it was no longer as defensive as the first style, the Hidden Dragon, which was full of domineering and sharp.

He had just created the first style not long ago.

As a result, he suddenly realized and created the second style directly.

The progress was accelerated a lot in one breath.

But Li Rui had no intention of stopping the sword in his hand. The sword turned, and in an instant, the moves just now were exquisite and sharp, and turned into a big move, each move was full of craftsmanship.

"The third move, work hard all day long!"

A gentleman works hard all day long.

This move of Li Rui is taken from the meaning of self-improvement. The moves do not need to be exquisite, just simple chopping, and you can still become a master if you practice well.

Although the moves are ordinary, they contain terrifying power, blowing away large pieces of clouds and mist, like a wind sweeping away the clouds.

"It's done!"

Li Rui couldn't help but roar to the sky.

He realized two moves in one breath, and he felt extremely happy.

The six slashes of the dragon, he actually completed three moves in this way, and the progress was already more than half.

This efficiency far exceeded Li Rui's expectations.

Li Rui looked at the knife in his hand, his eyes full of surprise:

"Can I have an epiphany in a dream?"

Such a situation is unheard of, at least from the ancient books he has read, there has never been a record of an epiphany in a dream.

A pleasant surprise!

This is probably the additional effect of the Great Dream Wandering Immortal.

In a dream, not only do you not have to worry about accidental injury during enlightenment, but the effect is more than 70% stronger than in the real world.

The effect is terrifying.

If it were to follow the normal progress, Li Rui would need at least four or five years to perfect three of the Six Dragon Slashes.

But now.

It was completed in a dream.

It saved four or five years of hard work.

In fact, creating martial arts is an extremely long process.

There has always been a saying in the martial arts world.

"Ten years is not long, a hundred years is just a snap of the fingers."

This is about the process of creating a technique. There are countless seniors who have spent ten years studying a move, and some even spent a hundred years just for a move. For example, the senior of Huaqing Sect who created the White Ape Sword, according to the records in his book, he watched monkeys in the Taoist temple for thirty years before creating this sword technique.

How can it become a technique that will be passed down to later generations without careful carving?

In comparison, Li Rui can't even be said to be fast.

It should be the speed of light.

Although the Six Cuts of the Wandering Dragon is far behind the top techniques, its grade is already good. In the sixth-grade realm, it is already a top-notch sword technique.

Li Rui is not so arrogant as to think that he can create a sword technique comparable to the first-grade at the sixth grade with good comprehension and the assistance of the Great Dream Wandering Immortal.

The realm gap is too big, resulting in completely different levels of knowledge.

It is simply incomparable.

But there is no need to belittle oneself. After all, there are definitely not many great people who can create their own techniques like Li Rui at the sixth grade.

Moreover, it is self-created and has great potential.

As long as Li Rui continues to deduce and improve it, it may become a martial art that amazes the world.

He is very confident about this.

Who told him to take the path of being the best in the world.

General's Mansion, backyard.

Pavilions, towers, and flowing wine.

In the center, there is a large pool of five acres. There is a raised platform in the center of the pool, and more than ten beautiful women are dancing.

Cao Wei sat on the side of the stone platform, smiling and hugging a round and smooth woman.

"Elder Shi, please take care of the trade."

Shi Zhou, the elder of Shenbing Villa, grinned and laughed: "General Cao, this matter is left to me."

Cao Wei's mouth curved more.

Today he and Shi Zhou had a drink, of course, for the trade between the two countries.

This is a top priority.

As a lieutenant general of Anning Guard and a member of the Fifth Prince's family, he certainly knew about the trade between the two countries. It should even be said that the Fifth Prince sent him to Anning Guard to plan this matter in advance.

The trade between the two countries represents silver.

It is countless silver.

Among wealth, friends, law and land, wealth ranks first. Even the princes, or even the emperor, cannot refuse the temptation of gold and silver.

If there is enough silver in the treasury, it is enough to directly support a million heavy armored troops. The Northwest Frontier Army will directly crush them, and there will be no need to worry about the Northwest War.

As the first major company to settle in Qinghe, Shenbing Villa certainly has a great advantage.

After a few days of consultation.

Shizhou has reached an agreement with Cao Wei.

The two parties want to monopolize Qinghe's weapons business with Wuguo.

Weapon casting is a highly profitable industry, not to mention that Wuguo is just beginning to settle down in the country, and war is raging everywhere, which is the time when weapons are needed.

When the trade is carried out, the price is not up to them.

I believe that the new emperor will be willing to pay any price as long as he can keep the throne.

As a member of the Anning Guard, Cao Wei naturally cannot personally engage in the business of reselling weapons. If he is caught by the hostile faction and used as a handle, he may lose his head.

Therefore, it is most appropriate for Shenbing Villa to do it.

On the one hand, Shenbing Villa started out as a blacksmith, so they are professional in this matter. Secondly, Shenbing Villa also has many connections in the military.

After the transaction is completed, both parties will share the profits 50-50.

Of course, in return, Cao Wei will also make it easy for this matter.

Anning Guard is responsible for protecting Qinghe City.

It is too easy to turn a blind eye and let a few caravans go.

As the saying goes, there can't be two tigers in one mountain.

As a local force in Yunzhou, Shenbing Villa has never had a good relationship with Huaqing Sect.

Twenty years ago, Shenbing Villa wanted to annex Huaqing Sect, but Jiang Linxian turned out to be unsuccessful.

The two sects had a feud.

So Shenbing Villa wanted to find a partner in Anning Guard, and Cao Wei naturally became the only choice.

Shi Zhou laughed and raised his glass: "Lord Cao, happy cooperation. As long as we can satisfy the Marquis, we will enjoy endless wealth and glory."

Cao Wei narrowed his eyes:

"What Elder Shi said makes sense."

Yes, Shenbing Villa is the line of Marquis Dingyuan.

The two belong to the same party, and it is almost inevitable that they will join forces. The fifth prince has already explained this matter.

'Marquis Dingyuan'

Cao Wei silently recited these three words in his heart.

Although he was valued by the fifth prince, no one would complain about not having enough backers.

If he performed well and was appreciated by Marquis Dingyuan, it would be easy to be transferred back to the capital to serve as an official.

Who would be willing to be an official outside the capital when they can be an official in the capital?

He came out of the Ministry of War, and he wanted to use it as a springboard, but he didn't really want to weld himself to death in the tiny place of Qinghe.

If it weren't for Gao Zhen, maybe he would have found an opportunity to be a regular official or even promoted to return to the capital.

"We must seize this opportunity."

"Jiang, you're looking for me?"

Li Rui looked at Jiang Linxian who was drinking tea.

Early this morning.

He was watching the soldiers' training at the Benhu Cavalry, and then Jiang Yan came and said that Jiang Linxian wanted to see him.

Jiang Linxian slowly put down the teacup:

"Brother Li, I wonder if you have heard about the trade between our dynasty and the Wu Kingdom."

Li Rui replied: "I have heard a little bit."

Jiang Linxian laughed: "This time, a total of five places will set up market trade offices, and our Qinghe is one of them."

The so-called market trade office.

It is a department that specializes in managing foreign trade. If it is on the coast, it will be called a maritime office.

The trade between Yu and Wu does not mean that people from Wu can enter and leave Yu at will.

Even if Wu is willing, the Yu court will definitely not do it.

If it is so open, how many spies from Wu will appear in Yu.

Therefore, the Wu Kingdom caravan could only go as far as the place where the City Trade Department was located, and then trade with the Yu Kingdom caravan there, and the goods were then sent to all corners of the world by the Yu Kingdom caravan through the canal.

Anyone with a discerning eye would know this.

The place where the City Trade Department was located must be extremely prosperous.

Qinghe was a blessing in disguise this time, and the Ghost Cult attracted the attention of those bigwigs.

So it became a compromise choice in the game.

Li Rui's heart moved slightly.

He didn't expect that Jiang Linxian asked him to come here today, but it was actually for the two countries' mutual trade.

Jiang Linxian continued: "Your Majesty has ordered the Ministry of Personnel and the Ministry of Revenue to draft documents to establish a City Trade Department in Qinghe. Although our Anning Guard only needs to cooperate, we also need to send someone to monitor the trade between the two countries. This person needs to be careful. I think Anning Guard, Brother Li is the most suitable for this position."

"Sixth-rank Trade Lieutenant."

Li Rui raised his eyebrows.

Sixth-rank!

Equal to the garrison of Anning Guard.

The position of lieutenant is a military position without a fixed number. Some lieutenants can even reach the third rank, which is a huge difference.

This sixth-rank lieutenant of Simao is obviously a new title added after the establishment of the Municipal Trade Department.

As long as Li Rui nods.

He can be promoted naturally and get achievement points.

But.

Li Rui was about to speak.

Jiang Linxian said in advance: "If Brother Li is worried about exposing his strength and being coveted by others, I can come forward. With Brother Li's strength, it would be a pity if he continues to hide his weakness."

Li Rui narrowed his eyes slightly.

This is what he wanted to say.

A seventy-year-old man, only six or seven years old, even broke through the third rank and crossed the dragon gate directly.

Even for young geniuses, it is extremely rare.

Perhaps only the prince and the successor of the big clan can have such speed.

Originally, according to his plan, after three to five years of preparation, he would expose his strength, and everything would come naturally.

But if Jiang Linxian is willing to help him

"Jiang Boss thinks highly of an old man like me, so I'd rather obey than be respectful."

Jiang Linxian smiled more.

In fact, if Li Rui really agreed to his request for promotion from the beginning, he would not give Li Rui the position of Simao Xiaowei.

He couldn't help but reveal his cards for a mere sixth-rank official.

Not calm enough.

As a Simao Xiaowei, there will be countless temptations.

If he makes a mistake, he will also be implicated.

So he didn't say one thing, that one must have enough determination to hold this position.

Obviously.

Li Rui has passed the assessment.

"Brother Li, you are in your prime!"