Longevity Reward Redemption: The Immortal Clan Starts with Farmers

48: Heading to Longkou County, destination: Zhao Family Village!Chen Chuanwen might have had some feelings for Ma Yuwen, but in his heart, his Family still came first. He was not a man of sentimental romance; he was focused on the multi-generational cause of the Family!

In his view, marrying a woman who could assist the Family’s great cause was more important than the youthful ignorance of young men and women!

”Sigh, you have grown up. As for your marriage, I will not interfere. I only have one piece of advice for you.”

”Life is like a game of chess; once a piece is played, there are no regrets! Just ensure you do not regret today’s decision in the years to come!”

Chen Changsheng looked at his resolute second son and let out a long sigh. As the saying goes, no one knows a son better than his father. His eldest son possessed a heroic spirit, while the second son had the temperament of a ruthless leader. There was no need to ask how he would choose; personal feelings would surely be ranked after the Family!

”Father, since you agree, I will speak plainly with Ma Yuwen. I can see she is also interested in me. We will decide on a date and settle the matter. This will be more beneficial for the Family; it can secure her loyalty and also prepare us for the day her father returns!”

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Chen Chuanwen analyzed the advantages and disadvantages with extreme clarity, as if he were deciding someone else’s marriage. Chen Changsheng pondered for a moment and then agreed.

”You must tell Xiao Wen that because of her special status, your wedding can only be conducted in secret. Once everything is settled, I will hold a grand and honorable wedding for you both!”

Chen Changsheng instructed Chuanwen. After all, a wedding happens only once in a lifetime, and women value this point exceptionally. Fearing Xiao Wen might feel slighted, Chen Changsheng specifically explained the reason.

”I understand, Father. Xiao Wen is a smart person; she should understand!”

Chen Chuanwen replied. He then left Chen Changsheng’s study. Now that his injuries had improved, the Chen Family’s business was waiting for his arrangements, with a multitude of tasks ahead of him!

After Chuanwen left, Chen Changsheng looked out from the study window, gazing at the distant scenery while thinking about how to establish the Black Ice Platform!

The selection of personnel was very important. Chen Changsheng wanted to choose a group of orphans and train them himself. This would ensure both their loyalty and their capability.

”The orphans from Longwei County cannot be used. It is best to choose locals so that they won’t stand out too much when they appear!”

Chen Changsheng muttered to himself. Since this was his first time running an intelligence agency, he was unwilling to take even the slightest risk. For the sake of safety, he decided to go to Longkou County to handpick the people himself!

”Tomorrow, I will hide my identity and make a trip to Longkou County!”

Chen Changsheng made his decision and began preparing for his departure!

With Howling Heaven at home and Chuanjie grown up, Chen Changsheng didn’t need to worry about them. Chuanwen was in charge of the business in the county, so there was no need for concern there either.

Chen Changsheng only needed to apply a bit of makeup and hide his identity to travel light.

The next morning.

Chen Changsheng informed Chuanwen, then put on the Traveling Physician’s outfit he had prepared yesterday, slung a medicine box on his back, and attached a long beard, disguising himself as a doctor before heading out.

Longkou County was located next to Longwei County. The names of the two counties originated from their positions on the edge of a mountain range called Jade Dragon Peak, which was a branch of Ailao Mountain.

Longkou County was at the head of the mountain, while Longwei County was at the tail. The distance between them was only about fifty li, and it could be reached in half a day’s walk!

Dressed as a Traveling Physician, Chen Changsheng walked along the mountain path of Jade Dragon Peak, pretending to be a doctor returning from gathering herbs.

He was not afraid of encountering bandits. After eleven years of martial arts practice, Chen Changsheng had reached the Peak of the Flesh Refining Realm with the help of medicinal soups. He was only one step away from the Bone Tempering Realm, so he did not fear ordinary thieves!

Along the way, Chen Changsheng carefully observed the scenery. This Jade Dragon Peak, connected to Ailao Mountain, left a deep impression on him!

Jade Dragon Peak was not high, but the vegetation was lush, with many medicinal herbs and a field of peonies, making the scenery very pleasant.

He heard there was a Jade Dragon Pool on the mountain with many Large Black Fish. The pool was quite deep, and no one had ever reached the bottom. Rumor had it that Jade Dragon Pool was once the residence of a Jade Dragon!

Beside Jade Dragon Pool, there was a small waterfall that extended all the way to the foot of the mountain, looking like a jade belt wrapped around Jade Dragon Peak!

Chen Changsheng felt that Jade Dragon Peak was very spiritual and elegant. In his previous life, it would surely have been developed by a tourism company. If he could live here, life would definitely be very comfortable!

Traveling onward, after half a day, Chen Changsheng finally arrived at Longkou County.

After paying the entry fee to the County Soldiers, Chen Changsheng entered the town.

The layout of the county town was not much different from Longwei County. Chen Changsheng randomly found a teahouse to learn about the situation.

Teahouses and wine shops were indeed the best channels for gathering information. In the short time he spent waiting for his tea by the window, Chen Changsheng learned about the events he was interested in.

”Have you heard, everyone? I heard that the Gu God Cult, which dominates Annan Prefecture, slaughtered Zhao Family Village!”

”Heh, this matter has spread everywhere! That Zhao Family Village produced a Golden Blade Hero who wiped out a Gu God Cult stronghold, and now their revenge has come!”

”The Gu God Cult is too ruthless. Not only did they kill the Golden Blade Hero’s entire clan, but they also killed almost everyone in Zhao Family Village. So many innocent people were caught up in it!”

”Shh! Do you want to die? You dare to curse the Gu God Cult? Be careful they don’t come for you tomorrow!”

The tea drinkers were all discussing animatedly until one person expressed opposition to the Gu God Cult’s actions. Then, the entire teahouse stopped talking and everyone shut their mouths, looking very cautious.

Chen Changsheng had never heard of the Gu God Cult. It was because Longkou County was too remote, the most distant of the seven counties under the Prefecture City’s jurisdiction. The prominent figures of the Prefecture City did not have their names reach Longwei County.

However, Longkou County was quite close to the Prefecture City and was deeply influenced by it, so there were naturally legends about the changes in the Prefecture City!

Chen Changsheng had no intention of learning how powerful the Gu God Cult was; his attention was on the slaughtered Zhao Family Village.

He was here to find orphans. Where would it be easier to find orphans? A village that had been massacred was naturally the best target!

”Friend, where is this Zhao Family Village you’re talking about? I haven’t seen much of the world, and I’m quite curious after hearing you all talk!”

Chen Changsheng deliberately approached the crowd and asked one of them after buying him a cup of tea.

”Sigh... go fifteen li east out of the county town, and you’ll find Zhao Family Village. Don’t be curious about that place; so many people died there that it has become a Mass Grave!”

That person was naturally a gossip, and since Chen Changsheng treated him to tea, he told him the situation.

Chen Changsheng chatted with him for a few more sentences, asking about the basic situation, before leaving the teahouse.

Next, Chen Changsheng bought three tiers of Steamed Buns at a restaurant, put them in a large bag, and headed toward Zhao Family Village with the buns on his back.

Zhao Family Village.

Compared to the prosperous county town, this place looked like it had been ravaged by a tornado. It was full of broken bricks and tiles, and dried bloodstains were faintly visible on the houses.

The village was also full of burial mounds, but there were no tombstones. No one dared to set up monuments for them, fearing trouble from the Gu God Cult!

Chen Changsheng walked through the burial mounds, wondering if he could fulfill his wish on this trip, as the place was so desolate and completely devoid of human traces.

Just as Chen Changsheng was about to give up and leave, he suddenly spotted a pair of bright eyes behind a ruined wall.

Chen Changsheng turned to look and saw a dirty young boy secretly observing him!

To be precise, he was looking at the Steamed Buns on his back!

”Kid, are you hungry?”

Seeing someone, Chen Changsheng was overjoyed and hurriedly took out a Steamed Bun and spoke to the boy.

Seeing that he had been discovered, the boy was clearly startled. He then ducked behind the broken wall without looking back and ran away in a flash!

Chen Changsheng was instantly stunned, his hand holding the Steamed Bun frozen like a statue!

Did he really look like a bad person? Why was his affinity with children so poor!