Chapter 7: Opening
"It's been so long and you haven't reached the sea of trees? It's noon, how far is it from the sea of trees? Pen, fun, pavilion www. biqugeγ info" Gao Shou opened his mouth and complained.
"It should be almost there, don't they all say that there is a bear city and it will be built next to the sea of trees? I don't think it's too far. Amusement hesitated for a moment, and said uncertainly.
"Haha, shouldn't it be the first time you two have come to Shuhai?" Hearing the words of the two of them, a fellow herb picker in front of him suddenly turned around.
"Yes, uncle, have you been here before?" Yule's eyes lit up, and he quickly ran over to talk to the herb picker, "How do you know that we are novices." β
"Listen to you and you will hear it, this sea of trees has already arrived, and we are now in the sea of trees. β
"It's been there a long time ago, but it doesn't look any different from other places. β
"Do you think that when you reach the sea of trees, you can see demon beasts, and then all kinds of heavenly and earthly treasures will be taken by you. The herb picker laughed.
"yes, yes, that's not what the story says. Gao Shou, who was originally listless, was interested when he heard this, and hurriedly asked: "Haven't you always heard that someone killed a demon beast in the sea of trees or picked up some heavenly treasures and then made a fortune?"
"It's just a lie, this kind of story is to coax you young people who don't know anything, so many people have wanted to make a fortune by this sea of trees for so many years, but how many people have you seen who have really made a fortune? Besides, you think that the treasures of heaven and earth are so easy to take, these treasures either grow in steep places or are guarded by powerful demon beasts, and sometimes if you want to get good medicinal materials, you need to fill them with human lives. Young man, your ideas are too naΓ―ve, and this naivety can sometimes cost you your life. The herb picker scolded Gao Shou.
"......" Gao Shouleng wanted to refute after a moment.
"Then uncle, why do you say that this is already a sea of trees?" Yule, who knew Gao Shou's temper, pulled Gao Shou and hurriedly asked.
"Then do you know why Jukai is called Jukai?" asked the herb picker.
"I guess it's because the woods are as dense as the ocean. Yu Le thought for a moment and replied.
"Well, that's pretty much it, but there's another meaning, which is that this place is like the treacherous sea, no matter how many people come in, it will be swallowed up and disappear. This is just the periphery of the sea of trees, you see the more you go inside, the more trees begin to be, it is said that since the beginning of the establishment of the bear city, it has been constantly cleared here as a safe area, and there are more and more people who rely on the sea of trees to eat, and over time this place has become a forbidden place for demon beasts, they have already run to the inside, as for the treasures of heaven and earth, the roots are all dug up, where can you find it, so this area is relatively safe. β
"Uncle, you know a lot, our brothers are novices when they go out, so you have to take care of it, and we will be grateful afterwards. Meet me, my name is Yule, and he is my brother Gao Shou. Yu Le pushed Gao Shou and the two flattered at the same time, but Gao Shou's face was a little reluctant.
"It's not that I know too much, but I'm forced out, this terrible place is almost going to die, as for the heavy thanks, no need, wait until you two can come out alive. The herb picker said lightly: "Seeing that the sky is almost there, but generally speaking, we will repair it outside before entering, take a good rest, take everything that should be taken, this is my first advice to the two of you." β
Not long after the herb picker finished speaking, he saw the old man who led the team signaling the team to stop repairing, and then Gao Shouyi grabbed the amusement and dragged it to the back, and said angrily: "What did you say to that guy just now, what's the big deal about a broken medicine picker." β
"Gao Shou, don't forget that we are also here to collect medicine this time, listen to the words of the seniors and don't suffer, besides, since he is so old, he will come to this sea of trees either because of money or because he has so many hands, it is nothing to respect this old man, and then pay attention to it, I don't think this time is simple. β
"Isn't it simple, why do you have the courage to live more and more, what is the danger, the eldest lady will go to find the danger by herself when she is idle. β
"There's nothing wrong with being careful. "When I came out, the boss gave me something and said I could use it to see what it was." Yule took out the package given by the tavernkeeper.
"Then the boss will give you something? Come, I'll take a look." Gao Shouyi grabbed the package and flipped it.
"Dry food, insect repellent water, detoxification pill...... What is this, it stinks. Gao Shou covered his nose in disgust and looked at it carefully: "This is the feces of high-level demon beasts, this thing has a miraculous effect on ordinary beasts." I have to say, this thing is quite complete and basically can be used, give it, first smear the insect repellent water, and put the detoxification pill within reach, um...... So be it. β
"Okay, you, too, are the way. β
"Hmph, I'm ready, you think I'm not going to do anything and just arch in, look at that guy just now, what's the big deal. Gao Shou was obviously still worried about the scolding of the medicine picker just now, "This is mine, since you brought it yourself, I won't give it to you." β
"Okay, sit down and get some food, maybe you're about to leave." β
Yu Le stared at the carriage in front of him while eating dry food, and he thought that since he stopped to rest, maybe the eldest lady would also get off the car and rest, and maybe he would know something by then.
Sure enough, it didn't take long for Zhao Linglong to get out of the carriage, but she didn't rush to leave the carriage, but reached out to the carriage again, and pulled out a person from inside.
"Is there another person in the car?" Yule was taken aback, and when he heard the sound of breathing in the car, he thought that there was only the eldest lady, but he didn't expect that there would be a second person. This person is petite and weak, and he looks like he should be a woman, but he is wrapped in a black veil and can't see clearly.
I saw that the two of them were discussing something in a low voice after getting out of the car, and Yu Le was about to eavesdrop but had to give up this move, because he found that Gao Ren was coming this way.
"Brother?" Gao Shou was also puzzled by Gao Ren's arrival, because Gao Ren had carefully told him not to divulge his relationship with him before.
"Xiao Shou, you come with me, the eldest lady wants to see you. Gao Ren said.
"See me, really?" said Gao Shou excitedly. "By the way, brother, can I let the amusement join me. β
Gao Ren looked at Youle, a trace of hesitation flashed in his eyes, but he nodded and said, "Okay." β
"Great, amusement walk. Gao Shou ran to the carriage with a puff of smoke.
"Slow down, the eldest lady wants to see you, what do you say you are dragging me for? β
"Less nonsense, it's a good thing, you have to be with me. β
"You ......" Yule felt that he was suffering at this time, and he couldn't say it.
"Miss, someone is here. Gao Ren came to Zhao Linglong's side and whispered.
"Hmm. The eldest lady answered, and turned to look at the two. "You're Takamori?"
"Yes, Miss. Gao Shou clasped his fists in response, and Yu Le swore on the side that he had never seen him look so serious since he met him.
"I heard Gao Ren say that you are now in the realm of martial arts?"
"Miss Hui, yes. β
"Well, yes, Gao Ren, you taught your brother very well. β
Miss Xie praised that the eldest lady had said that there was a shortage of manpower, so her subordinates had the courage to recommend her brother to Miss, hoping to serve Miss as a dog and horse. β
"Well, let's leave him behind this time. β
"Ah, thank you, Miss. Gao Shou hurriedly thanked him and pulled the helpless Yule in front of him: "Miss, this is a brother who grew up with me, see if he can work for you with me." β
"Bold. Before Zhao Linglong could say anything, the old man beside her opened her mouth to reprimand: "Do you think that anyone can enter the eyes of the eldest lady? You see that this person is vain, top-heavy, and obviously an ordinary person who can't do any martial arts, such a guy is a burden." β
You Le was not angry when he heard this, but he was snickering in his heart: "Scold, scold, scold, master, I am a pig humming, do you think I am willing to join you, I know that it is nothing good at a glance, so I just took this opportunity to escape." β
"Alright, Linglong, leave him alone. When he was playing, a hoarse voice sounded, and when he looked up, he saw that it was the woman in black who was riding in the same carriage with Zhao Linglong before.
"Well, since Xiaoman opened his mouth, then you can stay too. Zhao Linglong seemed to attach great importance to the words of the woman in black, and responded without thinking about it.
"Miss......" the old man said in amazement.
"Okay Fauber, needless to say, just leave him behind. β
β...... Be. β
"Alright, now that everyone is here, I'll tell you about my plans. Zhao Linglong took out a picture scroll and said, "After a while, Fu Bo drove the carriage and led those medicine pickers to the south, and a few of us went to the north, understand?"
"Understood. The crowd responded in unison.
"That's what we're here for, and that's what we're here for. Zhao Linglong opened the scroll and motioned for everyone to come forward and watch: "Hurry up and remember, you must remember every detail on it, because there is only one copy of the original picture." β
Yule stretched out his head to look at it, and saw that the painting was depicted of a strange plant with white flowers, which was strange because its rhizome was not rooted in the soil, but coiled and intertwined, and stood in two strands on the ground, like human feet.
"After we leave, Fauber remembers to clear all traces we left behind and leave as soon as possible. β
"Yes, miss. β
"Okay, is there anyone else who doesn't understand?"
"Me. Amusement raised his hand.
"What's the matter. β
"I'm sorry, I can't read, I can't read what is written on it at all. You Le knew in his heart that what Zhao Linglong said before was to take a great risk and what he was looking for was this thing, and he was turning his brain at this time to try his best to delay or stay away from this matter.
"You can't read?" Zhao Linglong suddenly felt a little angry in her heart, and rarely raised her voice and said loudly.
"Oh, oops, it's easy to solve this kind of thing if you don't read, Linglong, what do you have to be angry about. Xiao Man suddenly opened his mouth to comfort Zhao Linglong, and at the same time, the only eyes that appeared were full of smiles at Yule, which made Yule suddenly shudder.
"You, what are you going to do. β
"Don't be nervous, young man, I'm going to do a good thing to you next. Xiao Man stretched out his right hand as he spoke, and slapped Yu Le's forehead with lightning speed, and when everyone came back to their senses, Xiao Man had already put away his movements, as if he had not moved, and Yu Le's forehead had an extra rune paper full of strange symbols, and then the rune paper turned into a yellow light, and it didn't enter, and then Yu Le's body twitched and lay on the ground with white eyes.
"Spiritual Talisman... Xiaoman, why did you give him such a precious thing. Zhao Linglong exclaimed.
"Oops, not worth mentioning, not worth mentioning. Whoever you carry him later, he will come back to his senses and estimate it will take a while. Xiao Man said to Gao Shoudao.
"Talisman? Gao Shou picked up the amusement and asked Gao Ren in a low voice.
"It's said to be something used in the big family to transmit important content to their children, and no matter what the content is, Yule has made a lot of money this time. β
......
"Master's precious Spiritual Talisman is a bit ...... for him?"
"How many times have you said it, don't call me Master, call me Xiaoman, you call me like this, others still think how old I am after listening to it. Xiaoman knocked on Zhao Linglong's head and said dissatisfiedly: "It's okay, it's not an important thing, it's just a failure left after an experiment." β
"Failure?"
"Well, when I first drew this talisman, in order to test the capacity, I took the general history of the continent as the base material, but after drawing it, I found that if this was used by ordinary people, the amount of information that would have to explode people's heads. β
"General History of the Mainland?" Zhao Linglong remembered the history book that was a foot thick just by catalog.
"Then he's not...... By the way, Xiaoman, why do you have to keep him. β
"Hmph, I knew you didn't see it. β
"See what?"
"That guy's qi and blood are extremely abundant, even surpassing some martial artists, and what we are looking for later happens to be extremely fond of qi and blood, and this guy will just use him as bait when the time comes. β
"Bait? Aren't we a little too cruel to do that? Zhao Linglong was a little unbearable.
"Linglong, you have to know that it is impossible for ordinary ordinary people to have such abundant qi and blood, unless he eats some natural treasures, such as ......"
"You mean that the Blood Essence Stone was ...... by him," Zhao Linglong suddenly understood what and exclaimed.
"Hmm~ There is a possibility. β
"Amusement and amusement ......," Zhao Linglong kept repeating the name, "I remember that I mentioned this name in the previous Secret Whistle Report, and he was there when the Blood Essence Stone was lost." β
"That's eight or nine. β
"That bastard......" Zhao Linglong gritted her teeth as if to vent the anger she had accumulated these days, "and use him as bait when the time comes." β
"Alright, now that we're done, let's go. β
"Huh. Xiao Man chuckled and followed, "It's the first time I've seen someone who can survive after devouring the Blood Essence Stone, I'm a little interested in you." β