Li Yan gave a rueful smile and shook his head, saying, "Don't worry, we'll have a chance to see the sea soday."
Beside him, Kong Shangzhao hesitated for a mont upon hearing this, and then spoke, "Young Hero Li, if you ever go, could you take with you?"
"I have spent my whole life in Qufu, reading many books and longing to see the lands beyond the sea..."
"That won't do!"
Sha Lifei quickly shook his head and patted his shoulder. "The sea is full of risks, and even the pugilistic world is not peaceful. We're all loners, risking our necks. Your father paid a hefty sum for your safety; we don't want to get involved."
Li Yan also nodded, saying, "The Capital has many sea traders, just listening to their tales is enough, no need to take risks."
To be honest, he was indeed intrigued by Kong Shangzhao.
Although Wang Daoxuan is well-read, he only cares about the Mystical Sect's secret chamber.
They are a group of coarse n, who only realized the value of the scholar's mind after experiencing it firsthand.
Not only this, but he was also a magician with authentic Confucian heritage, showing great potential.
However, as Sha Lifei said, he had a family and roots, unlike their group of drifters.
"Well... alright."
Kong Shangzhao was clearly a bit disappointed but still nodded, "When we reach Tong State, my father's arranged people will pick up. There's only a little left of the 'Seeking Immortality' chapter; I will finish it overnight and not disappoint everyone."
"Thank you!"
Li Yan cupped his fists in gratitude.
With this 'Seeking Immortality' chapter, they'll at least know where Zhao Changsheng will make his move.
Because those rchants colluding with ndes in smuggling caused the Jinzhou Guild Hall to close, they probably won't reopen until this storm is over. Though it wasn't their doing, it's also awkward to continue staying there, so they remained at the Captain Bureau.
They planned to depart for Tong State early the next morning.
Upon returning to his room, Li Yan imdiately grasped the Hook Paper, focusing his mind entirely.
Soon, thick fog rose around him.
Li Yan quickly moved forward, passing through the fog, to find the Black Well Blood Water appear before him.
Without hesitation, he placed his hand on the well's edge.
Splash~
The blood-colored water surged, revealing gold brocade and a vermillion pen.
Li Yan's brush moved like a dragon and snake, writing down the origins of ndes and other information about the Demon God Barbaros.
The task he received was to uncover the origins of these foreign demons.
Completing this would mark the end of the mission.
Sure enough, as the gold brocade sank into the well, an Astral Order and a Divine Astral appeared in the Hook Paper.
The Astral Order can be used to summon Yin Departnt Soldiers as a trump card.
The Divine Astral can be cultivated to enhance Daluo Divine Power and Daluo Magical Artifact.
It was quite a fruitful gain this ti.
Li Yan felt pleased, but a casual glance towards the sky almost gave him a startle.
At that mont, amidst the hazy fog in the sky, silhouettes appeared faintly.
There was soone in a red official robe, none other than Judge Cui...
There was soone in golden armor, whose build was exactly that of the Five Dao General...
And so others he had never seen before.
What on earth is this?!
Li Yan was secretly shocked but had to pretend not to notice.
"Hmph!"
A cold voice vaguely ca from the air, "It seems the 'Heavenly Rules' are just shackles for us; the gods beyond the seas care not for your Heavenly Court's laws..."
"That's quite incorrect."
Another voice arose, "They are ignorant and fearless, but the Daluo Law Realm ddles too much with the Mortal World, triggering catastrophes, which you all are aware of. 'Heavenly Rules' cannot be abolished. If catastrophe arises, where will we find a place to stay?"
"Stop arguing..."
There were argunts, and there were also voices of persuasion.
This rare opportunity to eavesdrop on the Dharma Realm's secrets was truly valuable.
Even though Li Yan wanted to act natural and linger longer, darkness quickly engulfed the surroundings.
Opening his eyes again, he found himself back in his bedroom.
Picking up the Bronze Nuo Mask beside him, Li Yan furrowed his brow slightly.
Though he only overheard bits, it confird his suspicions.
The forces of the Daluo Law Realm overly interfere with the Human World, causing major issues as expected.
The Ancient Great Flood and the Battle of God Sealing were related to this.
Moreover, among the Immortal Gods of Divine State, so wish to reincarnate into the mortal realm.
Although he didn't know what they intended, he guessed that these differences led to the creation of "Jianmu".
Jianmu, the tree that reaches the heavens.
Li Yan suddenly had a hypothesis.
He originally thought these people wanted Ascension.
But perhaps the true goal was to bring the beings above down one by one!
"Cowards!"
Li Yan cursed, sowhat helplessly gazing at the bright moon outside the window.
Indeed, a transformation of the Human Dao.
The future was shrouded in fog; no one could see clearly...
......
The next morning, just at the break of dawn.
The courtyard of the Captain Bureau was already brightly lit.
Li Yan and others packed their bags, and Wang Hundred Households also bought so local breakfast specialties from Jinn for them.
"Young Hero Li, soone requests to see you."
Just as Li Yan put down his bowl, a Junior Flag ca to report.
Since the Captain's Office does not allow outsiders, Li Yan had to go outside to et the guest.
Before reaching the entrance, his eyes lit up, and a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth as he walked briskly.
"You rascal, what brings you here?!"
As he stepped out, Li Yan burst into hearty laughter.
Outside the Captain's Office, a young man in coarse linen stood, his skin tanned.
"Brother Yan."
The young man smiled, revealing a mouthful of white teeth.
He was Hei Dan, Li Yan's old friend and shadow from the Li Family Castle.
Back then, not long after Li Yan left the Li Family Castle, Hei Dan, eager to explore the world, went to Chang'an to learn leathercraft from his uncles and sought Li Yan's help after offending the Xionghuo Gang.
Who would've thought, two years later, they would et again.
"Hei Dan, you've grown taller."
Looking at the sowhat simple and honest young man before him, Li Yan couldn't help but feel nostalgic, then asked, "Why have you co to Jinn?"
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