Qiao Shaofen hastened along the road, with Li Banfeng closely following behind.
Throughout this journey, Li Banfeng walked with fear and trepidation. This woman from the Taoist Sect was mysterious and ruthless in her actions, and the slightest carelessness could cost Li Banfeng his life.The reason he dared to follow her was because Li Banfeng was certain that her perception was weak. Earlier, he had buried a "Li Banfeng" in the swamp, and she had not realized that "Li Banfeng" was made of cabbage.
He followed her all the way to a desolate village, where Qiao Shaofen entered a large house. Li Banfeng did not follow any further. This was Qiao Shaofen’s residence, and the Mada Wuqin she ntioned was likely living here as well.
Li Banfeng did not linger. He imdiately left the desolate village and spent a whole night back in the New Land, unable to find a suitable route. His original plan was to bypass through the New Land to return to Qiu Luoye’s territory, but he hadn’t expected the process to be so difficult. Even knowing the direction, he couldn’t find any passable roads.
Nearing dawn, Li Banfeng circled back to Wuqin Village, used the chanism to open the Boundary, and returned to Qiu Luoye’s territory from the Proper Land.
The territory lay in silence. After returning to the Proper Land, people quickly resud their daily routines.
By daylight, households began to wake up. Pioneers sought ways out, and Three-Headed People were busy repairing houses and tidying up farmland.
The morning remained calm, but by afternoon, as Pioneers rushed to get ho and failed to find a way out, escalating argunts filled the territory.
Qiu Luoye told Li Banfeng about Wan Nianlao’s situation. Li Banfeng wanted to visit Wan Nianlao, but Shui Yongquan advised him to wait.
"Old Qi, you want to bypass through the New Land to get to Wuqin Village," Shui Yongquan said. "However, seeking Wan Nianlao’s help is useless now. The territory has changed, and even Wan Nianlao himself doesn’t know where Wuqin Village is. He even mistook us for people from Wuqin Village before.
"Qiu Daxiang fought him. At that ti, Wan Nianlao was alone and weak, so he suffered a loss. If we go to him now, he will surely be on guard and might even set traps. We need to be cautious."
After much deliberation, Li Banfeng still decided to take a trip through Wan Nianlao’s territory. Just as he was about to set out, Juanzi invited Li Banfeng into the house.
"Seventh Master, there’s sothing... I’ve been hesitant about whether I should tell you..." From her expression, it was clear the matter caused Juanzi distress.
ngzi impatiently urged, "What ti is it? Can’t you see Seventh Master is in a hurry? Just take it out already!"
Xiao Shan also persuaded, "Sis, just show it to Seventh Master."
Li Banfeng stood up and said, "If it’s sothing I shouldn’t see, then don’t show . Don’t make things difficult for yourself."
He did not bla Juanzi; he was sincere. Everyone has their secrets, and Li Banfeng never demanded unconditional honesty from those around him.
Juanzi stopped Li Banfeng and took out a map from her bosom. "Seventh Master, this was given to by a benefactor, and I promised never to show it to anyone.
"I’m breaking this promise just this once by showing it to you, Seventh Master. Any and all bla should fall on . If my benefactor ever finds out, let the punishnt be mine alone."
Li Banfeng glanced at the map and imdiately understood its importance.
This was a route map of the New Land. By following this map, Juanzi had walked from the City of Sinners to Qiu Luoye’s territory.
But now this map was no longer accurate because Qiu Luoye’s territory had beco Proper Land, situated between Wuqin Village and the Ink Shop.
However, the map recorded the terrain of the surrounding New Land. Li Banfeng had seen so of the mountains and rivers on it the previous night in the New Land.
With this map, Li Banfeng would be able to find his way!
Who gave this map to Juanzi?
Juanzi was reluctant to reveal the identity of her benefactor, and Li Banfeng had no intention of inquiring further.
As a Traveling Cultivator, Li Banfeng was highly sensitive to maps. He returned the map to Juanzi after morizing every route in just one look.
Shui Yongquan was still discussing with Qiu Luoye how to borrow a way through Wan Nianlao’s area.
Li Banfeng helped Shui Yongquan draw the route, "Big Brother Shui, if you’re in a rush to leave, we can’t hold you back."
Shui Yongquan waved his hand, "Don’t try to keep . I really am in a hurry. Your place here has beco Proper Land, but in my own territory, not even Pioneers respond."
Li Banfeng chuckled, "I was just about to discuss a transaction involving the Proper Land with you. If it’s not urgent, consider staying to do so business."
Shui Yongquan was puzzled, "Business? Shouldn’t we forget about that for now? First, you need to find a way out for your people."
"The business lies within finding a way out," Li Banfeng said. "Big Brother Shui, look at Big Brother Qiu’s Proper Land. Don’t you want a piece? I don’t have a whole piece to give, but half a piece is negotiable."
"Half a piece of Proper Land?" Shui Yongquan was confused by Li Banfeng’s aning.
A smile broke out on Qiu Luoye’s face.
Shui Yongquan frowned, "What are you laughing at? Do you understand what he’s saying?"
Qiu Luoye shook his head, "I don’t understand, but there’s no need to. I trust Old Qi."
Li Banfeng said, "Whether it can be done depends on Brother Shui. The key is to keep our tracks hidden."
Qiu Luoye replied with a laugh, "Don’t worry. Old Shui may not be skilled in other areas, but his ability to stay hidden is a genuine skill. When he attacked my ho, I didn’t notice a thing."
Li Banfeng smiled, "Big Brother Qiu understands. Brother Shui, do you get it now?"
「At night.」
Qiao Shaofen checked near the entrance of the New Land and circled around the Border Line.
She looked towards Qiu Luoye’s territory, her expression as cold and indifferent as ever. She had a grudge against the Border Defense Envoy and these people. Qiao Shaofen had no desire to be implicated.If soone ca out, she would kill them. Qiao Shaofen not only clarified her stance but also her thod.
Wuqin Village was small. After completing her circuit without spotting any outsiders, she returned to the desolate village.
At the entrance of the village sat a tall and burly man, carrying two loads of sweet potatoes and resting on a stone.
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