Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 764 - 569: The Inn, Woman in Plain Clothes_2

Chapter 764: Chapter 569: The Inn, Woman in Plain Clothes_2

Once the Sacred Object was reported missing, if blame was passed down from above, not to mention Cheng Jin and the others, even I, a Marquis, would probably not survive!

Fortunately, now that I have learned of the youth’s appearance, searching for him will not be difficult, and the matter can be dealt with in a short time.

"This Marquis needs to leave for some time, all matters concerning the Cold Wolf Army are to be commanded by Yu He!"

"Yes!"

The crowd responded in unison, and Li Bu waved his hand, signaling everyone could leave, as a familiar yet powerful presence had descended upon the Marquis Mansion!

When everyone had left and only Li Bu remained in the main hall, a figure in a Black Robe slowly materialized from the Void.

Li Bu rose to his feet, knelt on one knee, and respectfully said to the figure in the Black Robe.

"This subordinate greets The Venerable One!"

"I have temporarily sealed the news of the Sacred Object’s loss, but the time won’t be long, and I have another message for you. Dali Temple has indeed sent people to the Northern Territories, but the task is too confidential to learn of the details. The Shadow Tiger Seven Stars have already reached Rigorous Winter City, proceed as planned!"

"This subordinate thanks The Venerable One!"

Li Bu exhaled in relief, but the arrival of Dali Temple in the Northern Territories was indeed beyond his expectations.

Seeming to sense Li Bu’s worries, the figure in the Black Robe spoke again.

"I will handle the matter with Dali Temple myself!"

Su Yue, holding the Blood Bracelet, took Mistaken killing and left Ice Cold City, heading towards Donglin Valley.

After parting ways, Wang Yang did not leave but rather stepped into a shop within Qianyuan Workshop.

Ice Cold City was perennially covered in snow, seemingly influenced by Donglin Valley. Thus, the temperature was low, and it was extremely cold.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Naturally, Wang Yang couldn’t continue wearing merely a single layer of clothing; he needed to buy a cotton garment that could withstand the cold.

"Shopkeeper! Give me a Snow Coat!"

Wang Yang said directly upon entering, as he had no particular requirements for clothing.

"Young Master, please wait a moment!"

The shopkeeper, seeing Wang Yang’s extraordinary demeanor, quickly got up. Moments later, he brought out two Snow Coats and presented them to Wang Yang.

"Young Master! These two Snow Coats are the signature items of our shop. The fluffy material is sourced from Snow Bears or Snow Wolves that live year-round in the snowy fields. They can withstand the chilling winds of Donglin Valley. The nobility and prestigious families in the city all wear this type of Snow Coat!"

"Did you just say these Snow Coats are made from the fur of Snow Bears or Snow Wolves?"

"Exactly!"

"Then may I inquire where one might hunt these Snow Bears or Snow Wolves?"

Facing Wang Yang’s succession of questions, the Shopkeeper’s expression turned cautious, Wang Yang seemed to be more interested in gathering information than purchasing clothes.

"I understand the rules!"

Wang Yang placed a bar of gold on the counter, the shopkeeper’s eyes gleamed. He eagerly took the gold and quickly said, "Thirty li outside the western city gate, Snow Cold Town!"

"Thank you, shopkeeper!"

Wang Yang said with a smile. He casually picked up a Snow Coat and turned to leave.

A bar of gold was enough to cover both the cost of the coat and the value of the information!

Snow Cold Town was an insignificant small town outside Ice Cold City, with a population of not even a thousand people. But the town was somewhat famous!

Because the townsfolk made a living by hunting the Snow Bears or Snow Wolves on the snow-capped mountains behind Snow Cold Town!

After the kill, skinning and preparing the fur neatly, they could sell it at a good price, which was used to make Snow Coats.

The people of Ice Cold City realized that to withstand the cold, only the fur of three types of demon beasts was most effective.

Snow Wolves, Snow Bears!

Snow Wolves might be social creatures, but that also meant one could set up an ambush and eliminate them all once they gathered.

Only the Snow Bear Tribe cannot be hunted by common folk unless the army, Mercenary Groups, and even cultivation practitioners take action.

This is because the Snow Bear Tribe possesses innate Divine Power, as well as thick skin and flesh, making ordinary bows and sharp weapons incapable of inflicting fatal injuries on them!

Thus, on the market, Snow Coats made from Snow Wolves or other less powerful demon beasts’ furs are the most common and favored.

However, due to the rarity of Snow Wolves and the like, generally only those who can wear this type of Snow Coat are members of the Prestigious Nobility of Ice Cold City.

At this moment, Wang Yang stood outside Snow Cold Town, deep in thought.

Initially, sending Kun Yue back to report was to frame Dali Temple, but Wang Yang had overlooked one detail.

Indeed, Li Bu could use the Soul Search on Kun Yue to learn the specifics of that situation. Back then, he might have fooled the ten men from Kun Dong, but he definitely couldn’t fool Li Bu!

Besides, this would expose my appearance to Li Bu, and with a single document, he could reveal the fake identity from Dali Temple.

What’s more important is that once my appearance is exposed, it’s only a matter of time before I am sought out.

Wu Sha still needs time to grow, and I myself need time to integrate the Power of the Celestial Way!

I also need to break Nie Xiaoqian’s curse and find Granny’s whereabouts—in other words, now is not the time to reveal myself.

"Night has fallen, young master. If you don’t enter the town soon, you might become food for the Snow Wolves!"

Watching Wang Yang standing on the road outside the town in a daze, a hunter returning from the Snow Mountain kindly reminded him.

"Thank you for the warning!"

Wang Yang came back to his senses and thanked the hunter with a fist salute, his gaze sweeping around. He saw the hunters had nothing in their hands—clearly, they hadn’t found any prey today and returned empty-handed.

"Judging by your attire, could you be from Ice Cold City?"

One of the hunters noticed Wang Yang wearing a Snow Coat and couldn’t help but ask.

"Indeed I am!"

Wang Yang nodded in response, and as soon as his words fell, the hunter continued.

"You’re not from our town, and you surely have nowhere to stay tonight. Why not rest at my family’s inn, what do you say, young master?"

"Your family’s inn? Aren’t you hunters?"

Wang Yang feigned surprise, portraying himself as a clueless young master from a wealthy family.

"We are indeed hunters, but as you saw, our income is unstable. The Snow Wolf Tribe is hunted all year round, nearly driven to extinction, the numbers have plummeted, forcing us into other trades in the town. My family runs an inn!"

"Oh!"

Wang Yang’s expression changed to one of realization after listening, but in his eyes, a rare flicker of murderous intent passed by.

Because he sensed a strong Monster Energy from these hunters, as well as a hint of blood.

This scent of blood did not come from the Snow Wolves but rather from within them, emanating outwards!

It was as if there were wounds on their bodies that had always been there, never healing.

"Then tonight, it just so happens I can stay at Big Brother’s place!"

"Heh heh! No need to call me Big Brother, young master, just call me Big Bull!"

Big Bull found it hard to accept the term "Big Brother" from Wang Yang, as his attire and the aura of wealth clearly showed Wang Yang’s noble status, while he was but a humble commoner, unworthy of such respect.

"Alright! Lead the way!"

Afterward, Wang Yang followed Big Bull and the other hunters into Snow Cold Town.

The small town was very quiet; as the sun set, the streets were already devoid of people, only a few shops on the street side were brightly lit, evidently still open for business.

Though the population was small, the town was much larger than Jinling Town; after several turns, he finally saw the inn mentioned by Big Bull.

A two-story building with a sign that was awkwardly written.

Donglai Inn!

"We’re here! Please come in, young master!"

Standing at the gate of Donglai Inn, Big Bull stepped aside to indicate Wang Yang to enter.

Wang Yang, unceremoniously, stepped into the inn.

"The accommodation is modest; I hope the young master understands."

"Sit for a moment, young master; I’ll prepare some food and drinks, and I’ll have someone tidy up a room for you!"

"Hmm! Go ahead!"

Wang Yang waved his hand and sat down at an empty table. Just then, there came footsteps from the second floor.

A woman in plain clothes, around thirty years old, came down from the second floor, but upon seeing Wang Yang, she suddenly stopped!

Wang Yang looked up, their gazes briefly met, and within moments, the woman in plain clothes started sweating profusely!

She felt the immense Spiritual Power within Wang Yang, surging like the sea. If they fought, she would stand no chance of escaping!

It was certain death!

Wang Yang smiled at the corner of his mouth, for the source of the Monster Energy on these hunters seemed to be standing right before him!