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Chapter 811: Crossing the Empty Mountain
Chapter 811: Crossing the Empty Mountain
That afternoon, Chen Chuan boarded a ferry back to the Aeolian Islands, accompanied by Wind Crane Chancellor, who had come to see him off.
Chen Chuan felt he had gained a lot from this trip, and the benefits from his interactions with Snow Lady's Blade were an additional bonus. The main purpose of his journey was to spar and exchange insights with a fighter, which allowed him to deepen his understanding and resonance with the Second Self.
Wind Crane Chancellor's intentions were clear; he wanted to establish a good relationship with Chen Chuan.
The Great Prosperity Government needed the existence of Wave Pavilion to pacify the surrounding populace, and after aligning with the Great Prosperity Government, Wave Pavilion naturally became a barrier against the Linakses Federation.
Previously, Wave Pavilion had no clear stance, but now that it had chosen a side, it was inevitable that the Federation would target them if they sought to make progress in the distant seas.
Wind Crane Chancellor's actions were not without purpose; he aimed to build a good relationship with Chen Chuan.
The Great Prosperity Government needed Wave Pavilion to appease the surrounding populace, and after aligning with the Great Prosperity, Wave Pavilion naturally became a barrier against the Linakses Federation.
Previously, Wave Pavilion had no clear stance, but now that it had chosen a side, it was inevitable that the Federation would target them if they sought to make progress in the distant seas.
Wind Crane Chancellor, not being part of the Great Prosperity system, had limited connections within the Great Prosperity. If he encountered any difficulties, there were few people he could turn to for help. However, with their budding friendship, he could count on Wind Crane Chancellor for assistance in times of need.
Upon returning to the Aeolian Islands, it was already evening. As a popular tourist destination, and currently in the peak travel season, Chen Chuan decided to stay for a few days. He wanted to explore the local scenery, taste the local cuisine, and take some time to nurture his blade.
The business negotiations with Fusion Border Company could continue upon his return. Meng Shu, learning of his plans to stay for a few days, specially arranged for a local guide to accompany him.
Chen Chuan spent two days touring the area, purchasing various local specialties and souvenirs to bring back for his acquaintances, friends, and his aunt's family.
On the third day, he visited the famous White Sand Beach and sat in a lounge chair, admiring the distant blue sea. Snow Lady's Blade stood upright beside him, its handle wrapped in a red scarf that fluttered in the sea breeze.
A man wearing sunglasses approached—the representative from the Distant Sea Exploration Group who had been communicating with them these past few days. He came close to Chen Chuan but remained silent, waiting patiently.
Chen Chuan spoke first, "Is there something I can help with?"
"Mr. Chen, apologies for disturbing your rest. We received an urgent telegram, and there might be a situation that requires your assistance."
"Since you've sought me out, it's likely that there aren't many people who can handle this matter right now. Please tell me more."
The liaison officer apologized and then explained, "Apart from negotiating with Wave Pavilion's Wind Crane Chancellor, we also sent someone to Tranquil Dawn Pavilion, hoping to convince Moon Cry Hermitage to side with us. Previously, Tranquil Dawn Pavilion had no open conflicts with our Great Prosperity Government."
"This person has now rejected our invitation and accepted the recruitment offer from the Linakses Federation. It seems as a show of determination, one of their disciples killed our liaison officer who went to negotiate. According to our investigations, this action was likely carried out under the Linakses Federation's instructions."
Moon Cry Hermitage has not responded or provided any explanation for this incident.
"Therefore, we believe that Tranquil Dawn Pavilion harbors serious hostility towards our Great Prosperity Government. We cannot ignore this situation. The company has already submitted an application to the higher-ups. Rather than waiting for Tranquil Dawn Pavilion to receive support from the Linakses Federation and then confront us, it's better to eliminate Tranquil Dawn Pavilion now."
"The group had already arranged for two fighters to handle the matter, but one of them has an urgent task and might be delayed for a few days. We can't afford to give the Linakses Federation time to react, as it might lead to more unexpected situations."
"That's why we had to come to you, Mr. Chen. If you have the time, we hope you can go there and handle this matter together with the other gentleman."
As he spoke, he bowed slightly, expressing his sincerity. "Of course, we will provide compensation and rewards for any risks and losses encountered during this task."
Tranquil Dawn Pavilion...
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment. He had learned some information from Wind Crane Chancellor, and it was possible that Tranquil Dawn Pavilion would make such a choice. However, the disciple killing the Great Prosperity liaison officer seemed a bit unusual.
Even if Tranquil Dawn Pavilion had made a choice, there was no need to rush to offend the Great Prosperity Government.
It seemed like someone was forcing them to make a choice.
The disciple might have some issues.
But it might not necessarily be someone from the Linakses Federation.
The liaison officer waited, unsure of Chen Chuan's thoughts. If Chen Chuan refused, they had no other option.
Fighters had a high degree of autonomy, and they couldn't force him if he was unwilling. Moreover, Chen Chuan's original mission was not related to this matter, and there were no explicit orders from above. Refusing would be reasonable and understandable.
After some thought, Chen Chuan couldn't help but speak up again, "Mr. Chen, we know this is presumptuous of us, but the situation is special. If you agree, the company will definitely offer a satisfying price."
"When do you want me to go?" Chen Chuan asked.
The liaison officer, upon hearing this, hurriedly replied, "The airship is ready and can depart at any moment."
Chen Chuan reached out, took the beverage that was placed on the side, and drank it in one gulp. After setting it down, he stood up from the recliner and gazed at the vast and majestic ocean in the distance. "Since we're already out here, we might as well take a detour."
The matter was already here, and if it wasn't dealt with this time, he estimated that this issue might still fall on his shoulders in the future. Moreover, he wasn't averse to sparring with different fighters.
The liaison officer was overjoyed and bowed slightly, saying, "Thank you, Mr. Chen. The Distant Sea Exploration Group will take care of everything you need for this trip." He added solemnly, "The group will remember your assistance."
Chen Chuan glanced at his second self. After the battle with Feng Heshou, his second self had made significant progress, far more effective than self-cultivation alone.
Furthermore, in the past few days, he had felt that his body's transformation seemed to have slightly accelerated after that fight.
Ordinary people would never dare to fight with abandon during their transformation, fearing that energy consumption might hinder the process. But with sufficient logistical support, he didn't have to worry about that.
In his previous encounters with Wei Guo Chan and Long Xiang, he hadn't encountered such a situation. Perhaps it was because their strength was inferior to Feng Heshou's, and they hadn't put enough pressure on him.
With these advantages, he was looking forward to fighting strong opponents.
He left this place, went back to prepare, and informed Meng Shu. Half an hour later, he boarded the airship bound for the Tranquil Dawn Pavilion.
The Tranquil Dawn Pavilion was located on Empty Mountain Island, which had an active volcano and numerous white rocks scattered around it like small mountains. The glare from these rocks was so intense that it was difficult for visitors to keep their eyes open, making it a unique maritime spectacle. In the old days, one had to be escorted by a member of the pavilion to visit the island, but now it was accessible from the air.
In a 6, 1, 9, 1, book, 1, bar, 1, look, 1, no, 1, see, 1, no, 1, version!
From the Aeolian Islands to the Tranquil Dawn Pavilion, it took about two days by airship. During this time, Chen Chuan did nothing but nurture his blade and eat well to prepare for the upcoming battle.
The fight with Feng Heshou appeared to be a fierce exchange of strength, but in reality, it was just a friendly spar. Essentially, both sides had agreed on the terms, deciding who would take the lead and who would follow. Therefore, neither side had any intention to kill, and they stopped shortly after.
However, this time, the Tranquil Dawn Pavilion had agreed to eliminate the target, making it a life-or-death battle—a completely different concept that required serious attention.
Two days later, as the first rays of sunlight rose from the east and floated above the sea, the airship gradually approached Empty Mountain Island.
At this moment, Chen Chuan stood on the airship's balcony, gazing into the distance. He could see the enormous white rocks standing tall in the sea. From his angle, these rocks seemed similar in shape and height, and their positions appeared to have been carefully arranged. They didn't seem to be naturally formed but were likely moved and placed there by someone using certain means.
Furthermore...
He took a few steps forward and noticed that if these rocks were connected, they seemed to form a hidden pattern.
Grand Master Hongfa was a member of the Chan Religion, so it wasn't surprising that he knew rituals. Eight hundred years ago, the Xuan Religion had revived, and the conflict between the two religions had led to many Chan Religion members crossing the sea to the east, not only to spread their teachings but also to escape religious disasters. Perhaps this was why such an arrangement existed.
At this moment, the liaison officer approached and looked into the distance, saying, "Mr. Chen, Empty Mountain Island has a unique terrain. Ships can't get any closer from here. And from the sea, the view and artillery of the warships are also blocked by those giant rocks, making it difficult to directly bombard the island with ship cannons."
Chen Chuan nodded. These giant rocks were like small mountains, and it was unclear how much effort it would take to destroy them. No wonder the Tranquil Dawn Pavilion had been so confident; occupying this place, they had no fear of conventional forces breaching their defenses.
At this moment, the airship began to descend slowly. Below them were two Guardian-class frigates and a large docking ship capable of accommodating two airships. The fighter who had arrived earlier should be there.
At this moment, the liaison officer's Border Token conveyed some information. He apologized and left for a while, then hurried back and said, "Mr. Chen, we've received news that Mr. Hu, who was supposed to wait there, has already gone ashore."
Chen Chuan was surprised. So, Mr. Hu was the fighter, and he was so confident? He didn't even wait for Chen Chuan to arrive and went to the island alone?
The liaison officer seemed helpless. "That's just how he is. He's very impulsive."
Chen Chuan understood. It must be a vow limit that embraced breaking limits. Although this trait might lead to problems, it could also bring about more formidable power.
However, Chen Chuan didn't favor this choice. After all, the Tranquil Dawn Pavilion had the home-field advantage, and there might be rituals inside the island as well.
He looked ahead and said, "In that case, no need to stop. When the airship gets close, I'll go down directly from there."
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(End of Chapter)
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