Chapter 909 - 907: Heading to Mulin Sen
"Oh?" Hao Shuai was taken aback and took the token from Shi Xiaohong’s hand. This token was so impressive, it’s just wonderful.
"Alright, boss, from now on, I’m your underling. After I complete the mission, could I follow you to the Celestial Pill Sect? I want to get acquainted."
Hao Shuai had always been looking for an opportunity to approach the Celestial Pill Sect, as it’s the pinnacle place for cultivators. Anyone who could practice there would undoubtedly be a master.
Even if one couldn’t practice, obtaining help from some big shots inside would rapidly elevate their Hao Family’s status in South Sea City, making Hao Family’s rise not just a dream.
"You want to cultivate?" Shi Xiaohong was surprised. In their Celestial Pill Sect, cultivation and alchemy were their specialties. If Hao Shuai wanted to cultivate, casually providing a Heart Method for him to practice could likely lead to breaking through the Profound Dao within a year or so.
Hao Shuai nodded.
"No problem."
Shi Xiaohong felt Hao Shuai was pretty good: well-informed and smart. If it wasn’t for an unexpected event, Chen Tianlong would have already been dead at their hands.
After the two reached an agreement, Shi Xiaohong got a car to send people back to the Celestial Pill Sect, while Hao Shuai stayed in Ice City to act as an informant.
Hao Shuai took the token and directly headed to the Fang Family in North City....
East City Square.
Around three in the afternoon, Chen Tianlong walked with Wu Mengting and the other three beautiful women on East City’s square. The warm sun pleasantly shone on them; feeling the breeze on their faces, a sense of homesickness spontaneously welled up.
"Liu Ting, Meijia, Shen Yan, when do you three plan to return to South Sea City? Mengting and I might go back a bit later; after all, I promised Brother Lin to help train the army." Chen Tianlong suddenly asked.
"Oh, I’m easy. Anyway, I’ve got nothing to do at home. As long as the Lin Family doesn’t mind, I could stay until the semester starts." Liu Ting grinned.
"Me too!"
Ouyang Meijia was indifferent; even if the Lin Family charged, she could afford it.
However, Shen Yan hesitated for a bit. Initially, she planned to play for a week and then return to Capital City to visit her parents. After that, she might check in with the Third Elder, but now... she was reluctant to leave Chen Tianlong.
"Well, I’ll see. If anything comes up, I’ll head back myself." Shen Yan smiled slightly.
"Alright then, since no one has any objections, let’s stay in East City for the summer vacation." Chen Tianlong smiled at everyone and then continued to lead the four beauties to the East City attractions.
From Lin Kaifeng, Chen Tianlong acquired a BMW X6 to carry the four of them towards East City’s borders. This was a summer resort Liu Ting found online, famous for its Forest Sea.
This area was a piece of primeval forest development. Developed for three years, it just got established, and tourists flooded in, making business very brisk.
This forest has a unique name: Mulin Sen.
Mulin Sen looks like it means many woods, but this wood doesn’t merely stand for trees, forests; even developers don’t know why it was named so by predecessors.
Only some nearby villagers know; it’s a name passed down from ancient times.
East City is vast; Mulin Sen lies over thirty kilometers east of East City’s outskirts. By the time they set off, it was already past four. It takes more than three hours round trip, meaning if they intend to return that night, they must complete the trip by seven.
With convenience, Chen Tianlong said, "Ladies, we might need to stay overnight there tonight!"
"No problem!" The ladies responded in unison.
The reply surprised Chen Tianlong. Why did he feel these girls all seemed to love staying overnight?
Wu Mengting was also surprised, seeing these beauties so enthusiastic, suddenly felt something was amiss, but when she looked at the others, they all deliberately looked down.
Sure enough, there’s a catch.
Feeling the atmosphere in the car was somewhat off, Chen Tianlong hurriedly said, "I heard Mulin Sen’s scenery is really splendid, the most beautiful primitive forest reserve in East City. Make sure to take lots of pictures as souvenirs."
"Haha, don’t worry. I’ve got my digital camera ready!" Wu Mengting chuckled.
The other beauties, seeing Wu Mengting speaking, relaxed a bit, each keeping their thoughts to themselves. They knew what they had in mind. Being able to go out with Chen Tianlong was hoping to find a chance to express some feelings. However, with his girlfriend right beside him, they had no chance at all, naturally feeling a bit upset.
The car moved quickly towards Mulin Sen Scenic Area amidst the girls’ varied thoughts. But they didn’t rush into the scenic area, as it was now half-past five, nearing six o’clock. Entering now, spending the evening in the forest could be dangerous.
"Ladies, it seems a bit late now. Why don’t we explore the surroundings first, book a hotel, then play tomorrow?" Chen Tianlong suggested.
"I agree!"
"I agree too."
The beauties nodded in agreement. Upon receiving the directions, Chen Tianlong headed to a nearby restaurant, and the group quickly settled in.
They got the window seats Wu Mengting favored, showcasing Chen Tianlong’s attentiveness. He always let Wu Mengting find comfort amid his meticulous care.
Each ordered a combo meal, then the five sat and started eating.
At this moment, a noise came from a nearby six-person table: "Have you guys heard? North City and Ice Hall are about to start a war. I wonder if East City will send troops?"
"Ha, why should East City send troops? It’s better to watch them fight and get hurt. If we send troops, it’ll be after their battle, then take advantage to eliminate them. This way, we could unify Ice City, hahaha."
"Are you crazy? Take advantage? Ice Hall and North City aren’t pushovers. Although they sent troops, the cities still have considerable forces. Now it’s a three-city rivalry period. If you specifically take advantage to attack one side, it’ll surely provoke the other to assist. Ice Hall and North City could unite to deal with us from East City, and we’d be doomed."
A few men were discussing one sentence after another.
Originally, this was just chit-chat. However, in Chen Tianlong’s ears, it was different. Because of past gratitude, Bing Ruxue, a woman who made his heart flutter, although it wasn’t enough to spark romance, he always felt he owed her something.
Upon hearing that North City was about to war with Ice Hall, Chen Tianlong felt an inexplicable tension.
"Chen Tianlong, what’s up with you?" Wu Mengting seemed to notice Chen Tianlong eating while pondering.
"Nothing... nothing!" Chen Tianlong didn’t want to spoil everyone’s travel mood and chose not to reveal the truth.
Ouyang Meijia sensed something suspicious; the war between Ice Hall and North City might eventually harm Ice Hall. It was heard that when Bing Ruxue reached such times, her illness would emerge, greatly weakening her strength.