Transmigration with Cheat Codes Chapter 51.1: Unfounded speculation

When Meng Jintang tasted the agarwood elixir, she found it nearly tasteless, yet emitting a delicate fragrance. Upon swallowing it, she felt as if the fragrance of the medicine was slowly permeating into her limbs and bones, quickly putting her into an unusually clear state of mind.

[System: Successfully gained 100 experience points for comprehending the Acupuncture Technique from "Life-Prolonging Golden Needle."]

[System: Successfully learned "Life-Prolonging Golden Needle," gaining 300 experience points.]

In order to pick up new skills, it was crucial for Meng Jintang to understand the acupuncture techniques. Normally, she couldn't bypass the game's rules, but thanks to the agarwood elixir, she managed to learn things that usually require much higher medical skills. Essentially, the elixir helped her grasp advanced concepts she wouldn't have been able to understand otherwise.

While studying medicine, Meng Jintang always kept a part of her attention on the pavilion, paying attention to the movements of Nanjia Fort.

After inquiring about the situation, Zhou Chen escorted the Second Young Master Nan and the young man back separately. He earnestly admonished the former, stating that while the fort lord theoretically wouldn't come out early, there was still a possibility of breaking tradition. If the other party didn't want to have an uplifting and tearful reunion with their loved ones one day early, it would be best to behave honestly.

Perhaps being reminded that they could meet with the lord of the fort in no more than twenty-four hours, the Second Young Master Nan left with a resigned expression.

Meng Jintang noticed that when Zhou Chen instructed the guards, he mentioned sending the Second Young Master Nan to the inner courtyard to accompany the old lady, Third Young Lady, and Fourth Young Master.

Aside from the Second Young Master Nan, there were other relatives of the Lord of the Nanjia Fort present. However, the other relatives had not yet appeared in front of the guests.

As the expression on the face of the young man accompanying Yang Weibian grew even more melancholic, Zhou Chen casually asked about the purpose of their visit before they left. The young man only replied, "I came with my uncle," and said nothing more.

Zhou Chen stood alone in the pavilion for a while, his face reflecting contemplation, until a plum blossom fell at his feet. It was only then that he looked up abruptly and saw Meng Jintang standing among the shadows of the trees.

The guards of Nanjia Fort were not lax, but to martial arts experts, they were at most background figures, symbolizing significance far greater than practical value.

Meng Jintang smiled, and with an effortless grace, she descended like drifting clouds and flying catkins, landing soundlessly without any visible movement.

Zhou Chen smiled and said, "Miss, you're here too?" Then, he inquired, "The situation inside the fort... does indeed seem a bit off. Do you plan to intervene?"

Meng Jintang naturally replied, "Since there is trouble in Ye Zhou, how can I sit idly by?"

Her implication seemed to suggest that all matters in Ye Zhou should fall under her jurisdiction. However, given Zhou Chen's qualifications and status, he dared not interpret her tone as overly arrogant.

—He had previously asked the fort manager about the background of this girl and learned that she was from the Hanshan Sect. He also heard that she had a good relationship with Xiao Wan, the manager of the Tower of a Thousand Treasures, and that Ma Yangfan from the White Horse Escort Agency was also serving her carefully. When interacting with disciples from the Green Moth Palace earlier, she showed a kind of intimacy that was different. Although Zhou Chen had not heard of the Hanshan Sect, he presumed his own knowledge was limited. With such strong martial arts and medical skills, as well as the demeanor of a disciple from a prestigious sect, she must have an extraordinary background.

Members of the martial world had one habit: if a statement was said by an expert, it was considered three times more credible than if an ordinary person said it. If this expert presented themselves well, the credibility would increase from three times more to give times more.

Meng Jintang asked casually, "Mr. Zhou, do you have any plans for what comes next?"

Her demeanor was so natural that Zhou Chen, influenced by her, found himself imagining things he hadn't considered before. Surprisingly, he honestly reported, "In theory, even if a dilapidated house were on fire, all the guards shouldn't have been reassigned. It seems there's been a hiccup in the personnel arrangements."

The work arrangement at Nanjia Fort seemed to imply a single line of communication, especially during large-scale events like the Ming Festival. Each person's responsibilities were clearly delineated, with everyone focusing on their assigned tasks and no interference allowed from others. This approach had its advantages in terms of efficient management. However, the downside was that with too many people involved, tasks were divided too finely, and the lack of communication provided opportunities for sabotage.

After some time spent sorting things out, Zhou Chen finally identified the crux of the matter and had the relevant personnel brought in. He then gestured courteously, saying, "If you are not in a hurry, please come in and sit with us for the time being."

After some contemplation, Zhou Chen came to the realization that this young girl not only possessed remarkable skills but had also saved the Green Moth Palace's junior master. Since he couldn't disengage himself anyway, he decided to leave her in charge of overseeing the situation.

Meng Jintang glanced at Zhou Chen.

An unexpected incident unfolded within Nanjia Fort, yet the lord of the fort remained elusive. Despite having met just the day before, Meng Jintang was invited to participate in this critical matter. Besides her player aura, it was likely because something serious had indeed occurred within the fort.

Meng Jintang agreed and then smiled, saying, "Could Mr. Zhou please send someone to inform my junior brothers in the courtyard, so they won't worry." After a moment's thought, she added, "My family members are a bit shy, so I hope Mr. Zhou will have his men take care of them."

Uncertain if Meng Jintang's intention was to warn him against secretly inquiring about the situation in her courtyard, Zhou Chen simply smiled in response. He then earnestly instructed the guards within the fort not to show any signs of disrespect.

Upon seeing the Nan Qi guard who came to relay the message, Wan Wangde's expression turned bewildered.

Meng Jintang had only just arrived, yet within a mere two hours, how had she seamlessly penetrated the upper echelons of Nanjia Fort? Even the messenger had suddenly become one of the twelve guardians?

The Nan Qi guard's emotions were intricate. He knew that the lady of the fort was currently having a cough and asking for a doctor was not a peculiar thing to do. However, the quest of finding a physician had been difficult. The renowned physician Chang Jiuhui was known for his peculiar temper. It was also challenging to seek out the help of the Left Grand Daoist from the Seven Stars Sect as well as Xiao Wan, the manager of the Tower of a Thousand Treasures' manager. Despite this, it only took a night for the three individuals to swiftly settle in, which suggested that the girl either had influential connections or a formidable background to command such respect.

During their interactions, both parties engaged in subtle testing, inadvertently reinforcing their misconceptions of Meng Jintang.