Li Banfeng took out 500,000 in cash for Wang Xuejiao to bring to Yu Nan, who would then pass it on to Elder Yao. He also gave Wang Xuejiao an extra 2,000 as a token of thanks.
Upon reaching the intersection on Paifang Street, Li Banfeng had a feeling that something good was about to happen. He stopped and looked around.
He was searching for someone—the Coachman with the Fire Wheel.
He actually found him. The Coachman had only two waiting spots: one at the station and one in Li Gou. He was lying asleep in his carriage; if you didn't look carefully, you wouldn't see him.
Li Banfeng approached carefully and woke the Coachman. The Coachman rubbed his eyes, saw Li Banfeng, and smiled, "Need a ride?"
Li Banfeng nodded. "To the New Land of Sanpan River."
"Sanpan River? That far? Is it urgent?"
"Not urgent. We can take our time."
"How much will you pay?"
"You name the price."
"If you're not in a hurry, it will take us the better part of half a day."
"I'll provide food."
