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Chapter 579: Li Ru's Arrival
Chapter 579: Li Ru's Arrival
September 25, 2017
As Lu HaiKong spoke those words, he was already prepared for the possibility of parting ways with Zhang Yan on bad terms.
His refusal to Zhang Yan had two reasons. Firstly, as he stated, he didn't believe in the existence of the Heaven-Defying Life-Changing Pill and he also didn't trust Zhang Yan. Secondly, the cleanup work on his side was not yet complete.
Lu HaiKong was well aware that after the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he would likely need to go into hiding for a period of time. During this time, he would need to develop Beifeng, construct Bing Prefecture, and even establish a Beyond Realm City, which would require a massive amount of resources.
Although constructing the Beyond Realm City might not require much money, as two items would be sufficient, developing the city and merely establishing it was not enough. Countless resources would be needed for its development.
Despite Beifeng's ongoing development, given the current situation, relying on the city to earn enough money for further development was akin to a pipe dream. Moreover, Lu HaiKong wanted to conceal the existence of the Beyond Realm City as much as possible. Therefore, if he intended to construct the city, he would have to invest a sum of money with an unknown source, ensuring that no one could trace it back to him.
Consequently, Lu HaiKong still wanted to accumulate some wealth during this period by utilizing the Tomb Raider General as much as possible. Under these circumstances, he hoped that Zhang Jiao would not die for at least a month.
Of course, there was another significant reason—Lu HaiKong's personal safety could not be guaranteed. He had always believed he held the trump card, but now that he had lost it, he couldn't help but hesitate when faced with a potentially life-threatening situation.
Given these reasons, it was impossible for Lu HaiKong to take risks with Zhang Yan.
However, what Lu HaiKong didn't expect was that just as he was about to serve tea and send Zhang Yan off, she suddenly spoke.
"I can see that you're not planning to take action, so my words will be useless. But I can show some sincerity. I can give you a dungeon token, and if you're interested, you can go and take a look. With good luck, you might gain something worthwhile."
As Zhang Yan spoke, she took out a token and placed it in front of Lu HaiKong.
Lu HaiKong's gaze fixed on the token, and as his attention focused, the attributes of the token appeared before his eyes.
Mystic Cabin Dungeon Token
Item Type: Consumable/Dungeon Item
Item Effect: After use, you can enter a dungeon called the Mystic Cabin.
Usage Count: 1/1
"This is the only thing I can offer now, and it might satisfy you."
Lu HaiKong stared at the token without moving.
Zhang Yan didn't say anything further. She placed the token on the table and then stood up.
"I'm not lying, at least not to you. I told you that there's a Heaven-Defying Life-Changing Pill in Zhang Jiao's secret room, and that's the truth. I wouldn't deceive you, nor dare to deceive you. I hope you'll consider cooperating with me. This matter isn't very urgent, and I can wait for you to consider it carefully. During this time, I'll be staying in Handan. Whenever you change your mind, come and find me directly."
"Also, if possible, please give me a reply within ten days. After all, the Peaceful Heavenly Scripture
Not only us, but if I had acted later, there might not have been anything left for us."
As Zhang Yan finished speaking, she turned and left without another word.
Lu HaiKong watched the woman's departing figure, deep in thought.
A vague feeling told Lu HaiKong that the woman was telling the truth, and that Zhang Jiao's secret chamber did indeed contain the Heaven-Altering Life-Changing Pill.
At this moment, Lu HaiKong couldn't tell if this feeling was his so-called sixth sense or if it was his subconscious desire to save Xi ZhiCai that made him unconsciously imagine the existence of the pill. But none of this mattered.
What was important was that when Lu HaiKong received this news, he couldn't just sit back and do nothing.
...
When Lu HaiKong met with Zhang Yan at the Han Army Camp in Qu Liang, a scholar arrived at Dong Zhuo's tent.
This scholar had a pale, beardless face and looked quite young. He wasn't particularly handsome, but rather ordinary-looking, and his demeanor didn't reveal any remarkable qualities. However, when he introduced himself, there was an undeniable sense of coldness that seemed to envelop his seemingly average appearance.
"Li Ru pays his respects to the Lord!"
Indeed, this man was the strategist who brought chaos to the country in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Dong Zhuo's right-hand man, Li Ru Li Wenyou.
In the 19th chapter of the 1st book, it's clearly stated!
"Wen You, what should I say to you? Didn't I instruct you in the letter not to rush? There's no need to hurry; you're not a warrior, so why rush and tire yourself out?" Dong Zhuo stepped forward, warmly helping Li Ru up as he bowed, and dusted off his clothes.
"It's nothing to worry about, my lord. Don't let Li Ru's scholarly appearance deceive you; he can endure this journey," Li Ru replied with a hint of warmth in his voice.
"You, you, what should I say to you? I knew that as soon as you received the letter, you'd rush over. That's why I originally didn't plan to trouble you with this trip, but there are some matters I can't handle alone, so I had to ask you to come and help me plan."
"Being able to share the Lord's concerns is an honor for Li Ru," Li Ru replied.
"What honor? I'm just a rough and unrefined man. If it weren't for your help, I wouldn't be where I am today. If anyone should be honored, it's you, Dong Zhuo. Enough of that, let's not talk about it. You've come a long way, and you must be tired. Go and take a bath, rest well, and then we'll talk."
Dong Zhuo didn't wait for a response and immediately had his subordinates attend to Li Ru's needs.
Dong Zhuo was well aware that Li Ru was a scholar, and his physical condition was far inferior to that of the warriors. Given his personality, as soon as he received the letter, he would have rushed over without rest. That's why, even before Li Ru's arrival, Dong Zhuo had already prepared for his needs.
As soon as Li Ru arrived, Dong Zhuo greeted him and then arranged for him to bathe, eat a specially prepared medicinal meal, and then rest.
This showed Dong Zhuo's meticulous care for his trusted subordinates, and it also revealed that his rise to power was not without reason.
Li Ru had originally been in a hurry to help Dong Zhuo with his affairs, but being a scholar, his physical condition was indeed poor. On top of that, he had rushed all the way here, and by the time he arrived, he was already exhausted. So, he had no choice but to rest as Dong Zhuo had arranged.
(End of Chapter)
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