Journey to Yue City, Settling the Storm [2.6k]

Translator: CinderTL

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Two days later.

Buzz!

At the peak of the Flame Tiger Sect, the mountain gate.

Two flying cars landed, and a group of true disciples stood at the entrance. Instead of showing any signs of worry or vigilance, they wore expressions of surprise and joy.

The airwaves stirred, causing the wild grass and green trees in front of the courtyard to sway gently.

The third elder, Yan Chong, who had already recovered somewhat from his injuries, stood in front of the many true disciples, silently watching the flying cars land, dressed in a gray robe.

Click!

The four wheels extended and slowly touched the ground.

Immediately, several figures emerged.

Most were burly men in suits wearing sunglasses, their waists bulging, clearly carrying firearms.

Among them, two stood out: one was tall and robust, clearly a Silver-grade cyborg, while the other carried a metallic briefcase, giving the third elder a slight sense of danger.

"Councilor Chu."

Finally, Yan Chong stepped forward, leading all the true disciples to greet the white-haired elder who was surrounded by others.

"Hmm, Yan Chong, long time no see."

Nodding slightly, Chu Shihong had a lean face with a somewhat sharp demeanor.

Though he smiled, it still instilled a sense of authority in several true disciples.

After a brief exchange, it was clear that the other party was straightforward.

"Let's go, take me to see Old Li."

"Sure."

As they spoke, the two men stepped out, flanked by the true disciples and bodyguards, entering the courtyard.

The wooden door opened, and Chu Shihong went in to check on Li Tong alone.

Li Tong was still in a coma. He shook his head and, after sitting for a short while, exited the room.

"This is the life potion I had someone procure; it should help with his recovery."

Chu Shihong gestured for a bodyguard beside him to take out a silver metallic cylinder, revealing a light green liquid inside that exuded a sense of vitality.

"Thank you, Councilor Chu."

The third elder did not feign modesty and immediately cupped his hands in gratitude.

"No need, Old Li is, after all, an old friend of mine."

"Speaking of which, I was delayed by the Utopia incident and didn't realize you were in trouble until now."

Waving his hand, Chu Shihong spoke with a hint of embarrassment.

The third elder responded with a smile, until finally, he noticed the curious gaze of Chu Shihong scanning the many true disciples present.

"By the way, where is Li Tong's big disciple?"

"Not on the mountain."

The third elder shook his head in response, and the other party acknowledged with an "oh."

The next moment.

Buzz!!

More flying cars approached, and the bodyguards following Chu Shihong frowned in vigilance, looking towards the newcomers.

All were sleek black flying cars, marked with four large white characters.

[Tian Hao Security]

Click!

The flying cars stopped, and the doors opened.

Seven or eight semi-cyborgs emerged, with the leader being exceptionally robust, his suit straining against his physique.

"Oh? Tian Hao Security."

Chu Shihong seemed to ponder, and soon the leader of the group approached.

"Hello, Representative Chu."

The other party spoke respectfully, while a bodyguard whispered something in his ear.

Silver-grade cyborg.

Chu Shihong nodded slightly, and then the other party turned to the third elder.

"Hello, Mr. Yan, I am Zhou Cheng, the captain of the second team of Tian Hao Security."

"We are currently commissioned by Mr. Chen to investigate the mysterious attack incident and will be staying for a few days as a precaution."

"Do you have any requests?"

A look of satisfaction flashed across the third elder's face as he shook his head in response, indicating he was already quite pleased.

"Good, then for the next few days, we'll be in your care."

Zhou Cheng nodded and then turned to leave, leading his team of security members to patrol the vicinity.

Seeing this scene, Chu Shihong's gaze flickered.

In the end, he couldn't help but smile and shake his head.

"Looks like Old Li's disciple is not simple."

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Whoosh!!!

The blue flying car sped through the air, creating a wave of air behind it.

The suburban wilderness and green forests rolled beneath, and Chen Feng sat in the driver's seat, experiencing this perspective of piloting a flying car for the first time.

[Would you like to play music?]

The car's AI issued a query, its voice more humanized and youthful compared to other flying cars.

Turning his head, a large-headed doll-like AI projection appeared on the control screen, looking quite lifelike, resembling a human.

"No need."

Chen Feng shook his head, and the AI did not ask further.

[Alright, if you need anything, just call for Big Head.]

[You have now left the Nanjiang suburbs, with 97% energy remaining, capable of traveling two thousand kilometers. You are expected to arrive at your destination, Yue City, at 5:42 PM today.]

The prompt voice gradually faded, and Chen Feng was somewhat surprised by the intelligence of this flying car.

This was Lin Hao's blue vehicle, which he had lent to Chen Feng without hesitation upon hearing that he was leaving Nanjiang alone.

After the trip to Yun Port, Chen Feng was no longer an inexperienced person.

However, compared to all the intelligences he had encountered, 'Big Head' was clearly much more humanized, at least several levels higher.

In fact, to some extent, it was comparable to a human being.

[Beep!]

[You have a communication from my master, Lin Hao!]

[Would you like to answer?]

The intelligent Big Head reminded him again, and Chen Feng nodded.

Beep!

A prompt sound came from the car's audio system, and then a blue light projection floated out, appearing on the windshield.

"How's my ride? No issues, right?"

Lin Hao said with a proud smile through the video projection, and Chen Feng could see him dressed in a gray casual suit, sitting in a high-rise office with sunlight streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows behind him.

"Pretty good."

Chen Feng glanced at the large-headed doll-like AI projection beside him, which was blinking its big eyes and displaying a human-like expression, and nodded.

"Of course, now my security company's terminal intelligence relies entirely on Big Head."

"Rest assured, with it around, it's even more reliable than a person."

Lin Hao said confidently, and Chen Feng nodded without rebuttal.

It had to be said that Lin Hao's security company had indeed grown to a certain scale.

Leveraging the previous Utopia riot and escorting that group of club members, it had gradually gained a reputation among the upper echelons of Nanjiang.

Moreover, he had also formed good relations with several councilors.

"By the way, how's the investigation on the matter I entrusted to you last time going?"

Chen Feng thought of the mysterious individuals suspected to be from the Divine Martial Alliance or the Evil God Church.

This was his biggest concern since leaving Nanjiang.

If it weren't for Lin Hao's willingness to help, he would have been somewhat distracted.

"Currently, there are no leads, but I've found something unusual."

Lin Hao's smile faded as he said seriously, "Recently, several small factions in Nanjiang have been wiped out, and the traces left at the scene are very similar to the methods used during the attack on the martial arts school."

"I feel that it should be those mysterious individuals, with some martial arts traces."

Chen Feng frowned slightly.

From Lin Hao's investigation, he could already confirm that it was highly likely the Divine Martial Alliance.

But why were they targeting the Flame Tiger Sect and even the entire martial arts community in Nanjiang, not sparing even small factions?

Not knowing the answer, he could only look at Lin Hao in the video projection.

"I'll have to trouble you with this."

"No problem. If they dare to attack the Flame Tiger Sect again, I'll give them a surprise," Lin Hao said with a smile.

Chen Feng felt relieved upon hearing this, but soon.

He noticed Lin Hao's gaze flicker, and seemingly casually, he asked, "Is Blue Demon going with you to Yue City?"

After saying this, the two exchanged glances.

Chen Feng remained silent for a moment, knowing that Lin Hao might have some discoveries and speculations.

"Yes."

He nodded in response, and the two tacitly chose not to elaborate further.

In the end, the communication ended, and the flying car sped on.

A straight line of white vapor dissipated in the air, while the green forest below rustled.

In the Nanjiang urban area, nearly a hundred miles away, Lin Hao put down his phone and chuckled, instinctively turning to look out at the vast blue sky through the floor-to-ceiling window.

"Uncle Liu, do you think Fengzi will succeed on this trip?"

"If Blue Demon is still at the same level as before, it might be tough."

"Is that so?"

That evening, at 5:42 PM.

As the intelligent Big Head had calculated, Chen Feng arrived at Yue City right on time.

The dusk was thick like crimson clouds, and a tall mountain stood unwavering outside the city.

Though it was the outskirts of Yue City, at the foot of the mountain, one could see a cluster of buildings nestled against the hills.

Whoosh!!!

A flying car whizzed by, and Chen Feng looked out the window, gazing down below.

A dense array of vehicles and figures filled the asphalt roads winding around the mountains, with signs indicating AAA-level scenic spots.

Only then did he remember that Yue Mountain was indeed a well-known tourist destination.

Not wanting to delay, he saw staff directing the flying cars to land and immediately instructed Big Head to slow down.

The airwaves surged and fell, and finally, the car stabilized, and the doors opened automatically.

[Beep!]

[Big Head requests to connect to your phone for convenient service at any time!]

The intelligent Big Head reminded him again. Chen Feng thought for a moment and ultimately agreed.

If uncontrollable situations arose, he could promptly notify the AI to come and pick him up with auto-driving.

Step!

With everything settled, he took out the prepared sunshade mask, donned a cap and sunglasses, and slipped into a loose black outfit before stepping out of the car.

This was an open-air parking lot, and perhaps due to arriving by flying car, many local residents looked his way.

The sunlight in Yue Mountain was quite strong, so there were plenty of people dressed in sun-protective gear.

Thus, no one thought much of it, and soon he found himself surrounded by a few people at the parking lot exit, inquiring.

"Need accommodation?"

"Handsome guy, want to eat?"

"Hello, are you here for tourism? Do you need a guide?"

Voices rang out from men and women of various attire, young and middle-aged alike.

In the distance, there was a holographic projection of the scenic area introduction and a help hotline, with staff maintaining traffic order.

After some thought, Chen Feng chose a guide.

He was unfamiliar with the area and needed someone to help him navigate to the site of the sect duel the next day.

"Ah, oh, hello, I'm honored to be your guide."

The young woman, who hadn't expected much, was slightly taken aback and quickly introduced herself.

Dressed in a black windbreaker with her long hair tied up, she wore a tourist agency badge and appeared to be around twenty-five or twenty-six.

"Sir, our travel agency has several guiding options: group tours, one-on-one, and various travel packages."

"Are you familiar with the route to the Giant Elephant Sect?"

Chen Feng interrupted her lengthy explanation and asked directly.

"Ah, the Giant Elephant Sect?"

The guide named Du Mengqi was momentarily stunned, then quickly nodded, "I know, I'm a local."

"The Giant Elephant Sect is the largest martial arts faction here, and part of their mountain gate is open to the public as a tourist attraction. They also offer accommodation and even martial arts training experiences."

"Are you going to visit the Giant Elephant Sect, sir?"

"Mm."

Chen Feng nodded, "Lead the way."

"Ah?"

Du Mengqi clearly hadn't caught up, explaining, "Sir, it's already getting late tonight, you see—"

"Then get someone else who can lead the way."

Chen Feng shook his head calmly, unwilling to waste time at the foot of the mountain.

Hearing this, Du Mengqi hesitated.

She realized he wanted a one-on-one guide, which wouldn't be cheap, and the commission would be considerable.

However, looking at him wearing a sunshade mask and being a man, she felt a bit concerned.

Just then, another woman with a tourist agency badge approached and whispered a few words to her.

Chen Feng vaguely heard her asking to switch and help with the group.

"Alright!"

Du Mengqi's face lit up, and then she asked Chen Feng, "Sir, there happens to be a small group of seven or eight people going up the mountain tonight to visit the Giant Elephant Sect."

"Would you like to join them?"

"Sure."

Chen Feng nodded, and then followed her to a nearby signpost.

A small bus was parked there, and without delay, Chen Feng boarded, taking a seat by the window in the back row.

Inside the bus were seven or eight young men and women, some couples, some solo travelers, and occasional conversations could be heard.

Paying, buying tickets, arranging accommodation.

Du Mengqi said a few things as she got on the bus, and Chen Feng handed her a pre-fabricated identity card.

Before long, the small bus slowly drove off, heading straight for the mountain top along the asphalt road.

The trees on both sides receded continuously, and occasionally, they could see some large buses descending the mountain, passing each other.

They even spotted some special flying cars darting back and forth, heading directly to the mountainside.

"Why does it feel like there are more people than last time I came to Yue Mountain?"

Someone in the bus suddenly whispered, and the guide Du Mengqi didn't answer, as she was also puzzled.

These two days were clearly weekdays, yet the number of tourists at Yue Mountain was more than on previous weekends.

"You guys don't know yet?"

"Ah?"

"There's a martial arts faction in Yun Port that's going to ascend Yue Mountain tomorrow to challenge the Giant Elephant Sect."

"Many people have come for this reason these past few days."

A young man in the bus answered loudly, his tone somewhat smug.

After his explanation, the others in the bus learned about the Flying Dragon Sect's duel with the Giant Elephant Sect.

"How do you know? I didn't see anything online about it?"

"Pfft, this is insider information in the martial arts circle. My cousin is a disciple of the Giant Elephant Sect, so of course, I know."

The chatter continued, and sitting in the back row, Chen Feng's gaze flickered as he realized that the martial arts circle indeed had a significant information barrier for ordinary people.

He didn't interrupt, listening quietly as he discovered that the others knew quite a bit.

"The duel is scheduled for ten o'clock tomorrow morning, and legendary masters will be making their moves."

"You guys are lucky. My cousin said they'll be competing on the martial arts platform, which isn't open to the public, but with me around, I can get my cousin to make arrangements so you can watch with me."

His words drew gratitude and curiosity from many.

The young man looked pleased, and Chen Feng gazed out at the darkening sky, shaking his head.

Watching the duel?

He couldn't help but wonder how much honor points such ordinary people could provide him.

(End of the Chapter)

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