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Chapter 764 - 764 724 Leaving Myriad Stars City_1

764: Chapter 724 Leaving Myriad Stars City_1 764: Chapter 724 Leaving Myriad Stars City_1 Lu Wansheng’s vehement denials opened up a distance between them and the band of brigands.

Lu Chuan continued, “Can you guarantee that everything you said is true?”

Lu Wansheng quickly nodded, smiling helplessly, “Bandits are a bunch of people with no bottom line; they’ll do anything.

Using the name of our Lu family to commit misdeeds is nothing to them.”

Lu Chuan scoffed, pressing further, “Do these bandits really have the audacity to rob others under the guise of the Lu family’s name?”

“I don’t think they have the guts.

If you don’t give them the opportunity, they’d never dare to do such a thing.”

Lu Wansheng’s face became tense as he hastily explained, “Lu Chuan, you’re thinking too much.

Those bandits are entrenched in the mountains, crowning themselves as kings.

The Lu family wouldn’t move against them unless absolutely necessary.

Doing so would only waste our energy.”

Lu Chuan nodded slightly, “When I arrived in Myriad Stars City, I heard the coachman say that the Lu Manor had once promised to eradicate the mountain bandits, but there was no follow-up.

Is that true?”

Lu Wansheng gave an awkward smile, “Who spread such rumors?

There’s no such thing.

Those outsiders can’t wait for us to act and get rid of the bandits, but as you know, with the difficulties our Lu Manor is facing now, how could we dispatch people so carelessly?”

Lu Chuan nodded slightly, “I understand.”

“Glad you understand.”

“I’ll be heading to Heavenly Yin Mountain.

If I encounter bandits along the way, I’ll kill them all.

And if I find that they are connected to the Lu family, I will naturally take up the matter with you upon my return to Myriad Stars City.”

Lu Wansheng shuddered at Lu Chuan’s words, which were spoken without a trace of doubt.

After all, the branch of the Lu Residence in Dubhe City had already been destroyed by Lu Chuan’s hands.

He didn’t dare hold any doubt in that regard.

Moreover, if they now thought of seeking support from the main family, it was probably hopeless.

Now, whether they could survive was entirely up to themselves.

“Then I’ll take my leave.

I can’t be bothered to settle scores with the Lu Manor right now.

All of you better be careful!”

Saying this, Lu Chuan turned and headed towards the main gate.

Although Lu Wansheng adamantly denied any connection with the mountain bandits, Lu Chuan could tell that the old man was deceiving him.

He absolutely lied, and it was very likely that the bandits were funded by these people.

After Lu Chuan left the Lu Manor, he pondered while making his way towards the Dongfang Residence.

Going to Heavenly Yin Mountain alone would be fraught with danger.

However, since the goal was to temper one’s strength, such difficulty hardly counted for anything.

…

No sooner had Lu Chuan left than Lu Wansheng’s face turned ugly.

He swallowed hard, his eyes casting a sinister glance around.

People approached him, asking anxiously, “Manor Master, what should we do now?”

“This guy obviously knows about our connection with the mountain bandits.

It won’t be easy to fool him.”

“Manor Master, I think this is a perfect opportunity.

If this young man is heading to Heavenly Yin Mountain, we could set up an ambush.

There might be a surprise in store!”

Lu Wansheng rubbed his forehead, saying with difficulty, “This Lu Chuan is no ordinary man; even Lu Wu is no match for him.

To count on those bandits is but a dream.”

“Manor Master, you must realize, in that rugged terrain, the bandits inherently have the advantage.

They are also adept at laying ambushes.

By setting a few more traps, he might just fall for it.”

“You’re right, that bunch is the best at lying in wait.

Giving them a chance to set up an ambush might just be highly effective!”

Lu Wansheng nodded slightly, “That is indeed a plan.

In that case, notify the bandits and have them prepare.

If they indeed find an opportunity, then they’ll be heroes for our Lu Manor!

Even integrating them into the Lu family isn’t out of the question!”

At this, the others from the Lu Manor hastily left to make preparations.

…

Meanwhile, Lu Chuan returned to the Dongfang Residence.

Lu Chuan found Dongfang Cheng, and the two chatted over tea in the tea room.

“Young Master Lu, what are your plans next?”

“I just went to the Lu Manor to inquire about the Lu family’s connection with the bandits outside the city.

That Lu Wansheng is as stubborn as a dead duck, adamantly denying any relationship with the bandits.”

“Since he refuses to admit it, I’m not going to waste any more time on him.”

“I’m planning to take a trip to Heavenly Yin Mountain next.”

Dongfang Cheng looked at Lu Chuan curiously, “What will you do there?”

“There is something I need there, consider it preparation for the future.”

Dongfang Cheng nodded slightly, “No problem, I can take some people with me to accompany you.”

“Good, let’s set out now.

Gather some men.”

Dongfang Cheng frowned slightly, “Is it that urgent?”

“There’s nothing else pressing, isn’t it better to get things done promptly?”

Dongfang Cheng nodded repeatedly, “No problem, we’ll set off right away.”

Soon, Dongfang Cheng gathered a small team of twenty within the residence.

Among the twenty, half were elite martial artists above the Martial King Realm.

Taking a team with us would solve many inconveniences.

The group boarded several horse-drawn carriages and headed out of the city.

Four small carriages in total, after leaving the city, they hurried towards Heavenly Yin Mountain.

From a distance, Lu Chuan could already see the dark clouds that shrouded over the Heavenly Yin Mountain range.

It’s not so bad here where some light shines through, but once you get inside Heavenly Yin Mountain, it is as dark as if the sun never rises, covered by gloomy weather.

Though the place is full of an eerie atmosphere, there are still many who go there.

There are enough prey to hunt and plenty of deadwood for firewood.

These two points are a great temptation for the nearby commoners; thus, mountain bandits also lurk in these dark environments, not only hiding their tracks but also occasionally robbing passersby.

The carriages sped towards Heavenly Yin Mountain.

By around one or two in the afternoon, the carriages reached the foot of the mountain.

Lu Chuan and his company got off the carriages one after another.

After Dongfang Cheng dismounted, he looked up at the mountain range, which showed signs of dilapidation and decay.

There were a few lush groves nearby, but even they couldn’t hide the decrepit mountain range.

“This place has an evil nature.

Everyone knows you can chop wood and hunt here, but no one dares to go deep into the mountains.”

Dongfang Cheng walked towards Lu Chuan, “I heard there’s a burial ground deep inside this mountain—an entire army was ambushed and killed by the enemy while crossing there many years ago.

Soldiers have many lives on their hands, and all are fierce souls.

After their deaths, that area became a region filled with intense yin energy.”

“Ordinary people dare not venture deep, afraid they won’t be able to come out again.”

Lu Chuan turned to Dongfang Cheng and asked, “Is that so?

The place I need to go is actually there.”

Dongfang Cheng looked at Lu Chuan and asked in alarm, “Are you out of your mind?

That place is not meant for the living!”