Chapter 19. Reaching to the city with them

Xua Yan after conversing with them quickly went to work to make a carry bag for the animal corpse he had killed to save the young people. He demonstrated his versatility and resourcefulness by making a carry bag on the spot, showing that he was not just a powerful martial artist, but also had practical skills that would be useful in many different situations.

After the bag was made, Xua Yan decided to go back inside the cave with the group of young people to see if there was anything valuable inside. Because of the fear of the beast they didn't search the cave properly and just took the lotus herb and ran away. But this time the beast was dead so that they could explore the cave properly. The group of young people were filled with excitement and anticipation as they entered the cave, not knowing what they would find.

As they got inside and explored the cave, they were amazed to find a treasure trove of valuable items, such as the bones of many energy gathering level beasts and body tempering beasts, as well as their skins, and different types of herbs. These items were of great value, as they were sought after by many martial artists for their ability to enhance one's strength and abilities.

Xua Yan being a fair and just person, decided to distribute everything equally amongst the group of young people. However, they refused to take anything, out of respect for Xua Yan and his generosity. They thanked Xua Yan for his help and told him that they could not accept anything from him, as he had already done so much for them.

Xua Yan was surprised by their refusal, but he understood their reasons and respected their decision. In the end, Xua Yan and the group of young people left the cave, each having gained something valuable from the experience.

Xua Yan, after leaving the cave, approached the group of young people and asked for a seed of the lotus flower that they had come here to obtain. He told them that he had remembered reading about this flower in a medical book in the past. The book had mentioned the properties of the lotus flower, which had the ability to fix and strengthen the soul. Xua Yan expressed his interest in obtaining the seed as he believed it would be beneficial for his own martial arts training and growth.

The young people were more than happy to oblige Xua Yan's request and gave him two seeds of the lotus flower. They were grateful for his help and the life-saving treatment that he had provided for their junior brother. They saw Xua Yan as a martial arts genius and a disciple of a great master, and were happy to contribute to his growth and success in any way they could.

Xua Yan thanked the young people for their kindness and generosity, and expressed his gratitude for their trust in him. He then placed the seeds carefully in his carry bag and felt grateful for the unexpected encounter with the young people.

Xua Yan's recent encounter with the energy gathering level 3 beast had opened his eyes to the significance of having a weapon in hand. Despite being well-versed in martial arts, he realized that having a weapon by his side would offer him an additional layer of defense and improve his fighting skills. Xua Yan was aware that he needed a forgery to craft the weapon he had in mind.

A weapon that was designed for assassination was what Xua Yan was looking for. Such a weapon needed to be lightweight, flexible, and capable of being thrown, such as a needle or a short sword. He had a specific requirement in mind as he knew that having a weapon that was too heavy or unwieldy would only restrict his movements and slow him down in battles. Therefore, it was imperative for him to find a forgery who could craft a weapon that was suited to his fighting style and needs.

Xua Yan was a highly skilled martial artist and he knew the importance of having a weapon that was not just effective in combat but also tailored to his personal style. He had a vision of what he wanted in a weapon and was determined to find a forgery who could bring that vision to life. The forgery would play a crucial role in helping Xua Yan to enhance his fighting abilities and protect himself from any potential dangers that he might face in the future.

As Xua Yan continued to contemplate the best way to obtain a weapon, the team of five young martial artists, who had been traveling with him, made the decision to return to the city. They had a sense of urgency to get back to the city as soon as possible as their junior brother, who had been injured during their journey, was in need of medical attention. The well-being of their junior brother was a top priority for them and they wanted to ensure that he received the proper care and treatment to aid in his recovery.

The team of five, being aware of Xua Yan's current situation, approached him and asked him what his plans were for the future. Xua Yan, who had not made any concrete plans, saw this as an opportunity to travel back to the city with the young martial artists. He believed that this would give him the chance to sell the animal bones and skins he had obtained from the cave, which would provide him with some much-needed resources. In addition, Xua Yan was also looking forward to having a proper meal in the city, as he had been surviving on meager provisions and was in need of nourishment.

Xua Yan's decision to accompany the team of five back to the city was a practical one. He believed that this would provide him with the resources he needed to obtain the weapon he desired and would also allow him to satiate his hunger.

The journey from the cave to the city took longer than expected for Xua Yan due to the injury sustained by Jian Cheng, one of the members of the group. With Jian Cheng being injured, their pace was slower, and they had to take extra precautions to make sure that he was comfortable and safe during their journey. This added extra time to their trip and made it longer than what it would have been if Jian Cheng was in good health.

It was clear that Jian Cheng's injury was a cause of concern for the rest of the group, and they were doing everything they could to ensure that he received proper care and treatment. This was evident in their slower pace, as they didn't want to cause any further harm to Jian Cheng by moving too quickly or jostling him around too much.

Despite the extra time added to their journey, Xua Yan and the rest of the group remained focused on their goal of reaching the city as quickly as possible. They understood that Jian Cheng's health and well-being was of the utmost importance, and they were determined to get him the help he needed. Despite the obstacles they faced, they remained determined and resolute, and were able to reach the city safely and in one piece.

Upon arrival, Xua Yan noticed that the atmosphere of the city was completely different than what he remembered. There was a serious and tense vibe in the air, and he soon discovered that getting into the city was not as easy as it once was. The city now required visitors to go through a proper security check in order to enter, and Xua Yan had to pay the fee after security checkup to get inside.

This change in the city's atmosphere was likely a result of recent events. Regardless of the reason, Xua Yan was struck by how much the city had changed since his last visit. The once bustling and lively city now seemed much more somber and reserved.

As Xua Yan walked through the city with his new friends, he started to listen to the conversations of the people around him. He quickly discovered that there was a sense of unease and serious tone in the city, with many people talking about the same topic. It turned out that a young man who had recently come to the city was found dead three days ago, and this had caused quite a stir among the residents.

The young man was revealed to be a descendant of one of the ancient families in the country, and his death had created a sense of panic and fear among the people of the city due to fear of the ancient families. In response to the young man's death, his clan decided to investigate the matter, and the mayor of the city, under immense pressure, got personally involved in the investigation. It was said that the young man was poisoned, and this had only added to the sense of fear and concern among the people because almost everyone inside the city will come under suspicion.

Xua Yan was fascinated by the intense atmosphere in the city and the amount of attention the young man's death was receiving. He realized that the city was much more complex and serious than he had initially thought, and that there was a lot more going on beneath the surface. He decided to keep his ears open and listen to the conversations of the people around him, hoping to learn more about what was happening in the city.

The death of the young man and the investigation into the matter only added to the tense atmosphere in the city, and Xua Yan was curious to find out what had really happened. He wanted to learn as much as he could about the situation.

As he listened more and more and found out that they were looking for a person with completely covered face and with a hood and looking at the timeline of events. Xua Yan's mind immediately connected the dots when he heard about this new information. He remembered his encounter with a young man 3 days ago, who had a conflict with Xua Yan because he tried to kill a child for no reason. Xua Yan had saved the child and put a stop to the young man's plans. Based on the timing of events, Xua Yan came to the conclusion that the young man who was found dead was the same one he had encountered earlier.

Despite this realization, Xua Yan acted as though nothing was wrong. He did not want to draw attention to himself and instead decided to keep his thoughts to himself. But he was also curious about that young man's death because when he got to his place to kill him. Xua Yan found out that the young man was already poisoned. He also wanted to know who was the main culprit behind this event. He thought about the possibility that the young woman who was kidnaped by that young man might have known something and if he wanted to know about this event in a proper way, he needed to find her.

But after some time he stopped thinking about this topic and continued his walk with his friend, trying to blend in with the crowds and avoid any potential danger because one way or another he was also involved in this matter. And they were also searching for him but not able to find him because at that time he was in the attire of an assassin and the second things was that he had not registered himself when coming and going out of the city at the city gates because he used a flaw in the city security to enter the city. Xua Yan was always cautious and aware of his surroundings, and this situation was no different. By keeping a low profile, he hoped to avoid any further trouble and continue on his journey peacefully.