Longevity through Upgrading Buildings

Chapter 285: Chapter 167: Demon Dao Attacks the City!

Until evening, a stream of light flashed from within the city and landed in front of them.

“Senior Sister Wu, want a drink?”

Ji Yuan took out a jug of liquor from his storage bag.

After spending some time together, he found that Wu Nanchun’s temperament was quite agreeable, and since Ji Yuan didn’t use his connections to “usurp” her authority, she held a good impression of him.

“I’ll drink next time.”

Wu Nanchun’s expression didn’t look too well.

Ji Yuan and Liu Yuan both realized something was off, hurriedly putting away the liquor and dispersing the smell of alcohol on themselves with spiritual qi.

“What’s wrong?”

Liu Yuan asked softly.

“We’ll talk when we get back.”

A moment later, inside the main hall of the City Lord’s Mansion, Ji Yuan and Liu Yuan finished reading the Jade Scroll handed over by Wu Nanchun.

“This… Isle Master Qing Han actually dares to return to this Lishui City?”

Not only did Liu Yuan find it hard to believe, but Ji Yuan also could hardly believe it.

This Isle Master Qing Han was the previous City Lord of Lishui City. After the incident, the Law Enforcement Hall of the Water Dragon Sect came to capture him, and he defected directly.

Even now, the Water Dragon Sect is still pursuing him.

But now, the Jade Scroll given by Wu Nanchun detailed Isle Master Qing Han’s traces in Lishui City.

Neither Ji Yuan nor Liu Yuan asked how Wu Nanchun obtained this information. Having controlled Lishui City for several months, and being a veteran foundation establishment cultivator, she naturally had her capabilities.

“I didn’t expect it either; he truly isn’t afraid of death.”

Wu Nanchun spoke with slightly narrowed eyes.

“It’s like the darkness beneath the lamp. Even we who saw the information didn’t expect he’d dare return to Lishui City, let alone those who don’t know.”

Ji Yuan also shared his thoughts.

“Indeed.”

Wu Nanchun nodded slightly.

“So, what’s Senior Sister Wu planning?”

Liu Yuan asked softly.

After discovering the clue about the adversary, Wu Nanchun didn’t report to the sect immediately but instead brought the two of them in, likely having some plans of her own.

Ji Yuan realized this immediately but didn’t ask, giving Liu Yuan the chance to express his thoughts.

Wu Nanchun released her divine sense, enveloping the entire hall, then spoke solemnly: “Currently, Isle Master Qing Han has gone to the Bibo Pool in the south. I am preparing to meet him, so I’ll leave Lishui City in your hands for now.”

“This… Senior Sister Wu, after all, Isle Master Qing Han is also in the late-stage foundation establishment, you…”

Liu Yuan seemed a bit worried as he spoke.

“Don’t worry, I’m just going to test him. If I really can’t take him down, I’ll send a message to the sect. While I might not capture him, I can still manage to hold him back.”

Only holding, not killing, this much Wu Nanchun was confident about.

Besides, she had always walked between life and death, unlike Isle Master Qing Han, who lived in comfort in the late-stage foundation establishment.

“Alright, then Senior Sister Wu, please be careful.”

Liu Yuan urged her.

“Yes, this Isle Master Qing Han dares to return to Lishui City, he likely has something to rely on. Senior Sister Wu, be cautious and don’t be reckless.”

It wouldn’t be possible for Ji Yuan to change the mind of someone who’s determined to act in the late-stage foundation establishment; he merely added a little caution.

“Rest assured, Fellow Disciples.”

Wu Nanchun smiled, “We’re all old hands; if I can’t win, I can still run.”

“Then I’ll leave the city to you, Fellow Disciples, much appreciated!”

After speaking, she clasped her fists, then stepped out of the door, riding the flying boat directly away from Lishui City.

In such a manner, it seemed she was prepared long ago. Otherwise, she couldn’t have left so decisively… in other words, regardless of whether Ji Yuan and Liu Yuan agreed or not, she was bound to go this day.

After she left, Ji Yuan and Liu Yuan sat down in the hall.

After a moment of contemplation, Liu Yuan said, “The sect’s bounty on Isle Master Qing Han is set very high, understandably tempting for Senior Sister Wu, and besides, she is on the verge of a breakthrough, making the need for spirit stones inevitable.”

“Indeed.”

Ji Yuan put himself in her shoes, understanding Wu Nanchun’s actions, but if it were him, he wouldn’t take such a risk.

Ji Yuan knew that even if he discovered Isle Master Qing Han’s traces, he was also in the late-stage foundation establishment… he would still report to the sect.

At most, the reward would be less, but at least he wouldn’t put himself in danger.

Just as he tried persuading earlier, the fact that Isle Master Qing Han dared to return to Lishui City at this point must mean he has something to rely on; otherwise, he wouldn’t take the risk.

“And it’s said that the resources Isle Master Qing Han embezzled back then were not fully collected and returned, possibly hidden near Lishui City. I reckon Senior Sister Wu went alone intending to claim those treasures.”

Liu Yuan revealed the truth.

After some thought, Ji Yuan felt this possibility was greatest.

The mere sect reward might not sway Wu Nanchun’s mind, but combined with Isle Master Qing Han’s treasures, it could very well…

After all, money and treasure move the heart.

“So, does Brother Liu also think of trying it?”

Ji Yuan asked with a smile.

Liu Yuan shrugged, “It’s a fight between late-stage foundation establishment cultivators. I’m at the mid-stage foundation establishment, wouldn’t that be courting death?”

Regarding Liu Yuan… Ji Yuan knew a bit about his situation, an Earth Spirit Root talent who succeeded in foundation establishment at once, without consuming a single Foundation Establishment Pill.

Also, he was extremely skilled in swordsmanship, known for his deadly techniques among the mid-stage foundation establishment cultivators in the Water Dragon Sect.

His strength was well-known, combined with his exceptional talent. Naturally, he saw no need for risky interboundary battles, it was better to focus on improving cultivation and overpower with superiority of realm.

“Alright, with Senior Sister Wu away, we should still guard the city.”

“I’ll leave the City Lord’s Mansion to Brother Ji, while I’ll guard the city walls.”

“Alright.”

For the City Lord’s Mansion aspect, since Wu Nanchun dared to leave, she must have made the necessary arrangements, so Ji Yuan just needed to stay put and handle any emergencies that might arise.