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Chapter 816: Relaxed and Far-Reaching Feelings
Chapter 816: Relaxed and Far-Reaching Feelings
As Chen Chuan and Hu Kan walked back, the aberrant creature guarding the rift did not wait for them to approach. Instead, it opened the entrance and let them pass without any resistance, even though doing so consumed its own power.
Despite the cost of opening and closing the rift, the creature acted swiftly and efficiently.
Hu Kan let out a low whistle. The creature had just received a shock and seemed to have become more cautious. He had been planning to strike it if it slowed down, but now that it was behaving so obediently, he felt hesitant to make a move.
When they returned to Kongshan Island through the passage, the two followed the original path back. Chen Chuan passed by the previous battlefield and pulled out a horse-cleaving saber from the wall. He gathered both sabers, cleaned them, and then retrieved the Snow Queen Saber that had been left behind.
Unfortunately, the Snow Queen Saber had not witnessed the last battle, but due to the urgency of the situation, he hadn't had the chance to retrieve it. The next time they encountered a fight, he would pay more attention.
Hu Kan found his armor and a backpack that he had left behind. He took out a signal gun from the bag and fired a shot into the sky. Instantly, a signal flare soared high into the air.
This alerted the people waiting on the warship that the operation had been successful, and they would soon send someone to pick them up and take control of the entire island.
After tidying up, the two made their way to the beach, where landing crafts were already docked. They exchanged information with the dispatched personnel and, as there was nothing else for them to do, left Kongshan Island aboard an amphibious assault boat and returned to the warship.
The liaison officer approached them, delighted to hear that the two had resolved the issue so quickly. Without the presence of the Moon Howl Monastery's Swordmaster, dealing with the other inhabitants of the island would be much simpler.
He expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you for your efforts. We will take care of the rest."
Chen Chuan asked, "How do you plan to handle the situation?"
An Yao Pavilion was not just a place for teaching combat; it was also an important site for the Zen teachings and had once had a large following in the outer lands.
In the new era, most ancient religions had declined, including the High Sky Teachings, which had also lost their influence in the outer lands, and even genuine combat masters had become scarce.
However, An Yao Pavilion, with its deep-rooted tradition of martial arts, still held considerable influence, similar to Wave Surge Pavilion. If not handled properly, it could create significant future problems, which rival forces could easily exploit.
The liaison officer explained, "We already have a plan for this. It was supposed to be confidential, but since you asked, Mr. Chen, we can answer.
Master Hongfa had passed down two lineages, and one of them, Single Stream Pavilion, is still thriving today. We can invite the successor of Single Stream Pavilion to inherit An Yao Pavilion, ensuring stability among its followers."
Chen Chuan knew he was referring to Single Stream Pavilion, a clever move. "Have you communicated with them?"
"Yes, we have. The successor of Single Stream Pavilion is willing to take on this responsibility."
Chen Chuan's thoughts turned to Talu, who had agreed to this arrangement. Perhaps it was the intention of the Pure Sect, as they believed that where there was a rift, there might be things from the other side, which they would want to control. Now, there was a legitimate reason to do so.
The liaison officer said, "You can rest on the warship or the airship, and any requests will be accommodated." Then, addressing Chen Chuan respectfully, he added, "Mr. Chen, we will fulfill our promises to you."
At that moment, Hu Kan asked, "What about Old Peng? Doesn't he need support?"
He was referring to the fighter who had accompanied them earlier but had separated due to an urgent mission.
The liaison officer replied, "There's no need. We received word that the Linax Federation, which was supposed to receive the lost artifact, encountered obstacles. Mr. Peng should be able to intercept the artifact in time."
Chen Chuan, unfamiliar with the situation, inquired further. He learned that the Moon Howl Monastery had previously entrusted a lost artifact from their collection to the Linax Federation in exchange for certain conditions and support. The Federation had also promised to send assistance.
An Yao Pavilion had been established eight hundred years ago, likely in a place with a rift, and even if there had been a long period of inactivity, at least three or four hundred years had passed. During this time, they likely acquired lost artifacts, but not all lost artifacts were the same.
Chen Chuan asked, "Is this lost artifact of a higher grade or does it have a special function to be able to obtain such favorable conditions from the Linax Federation?"
The liaison officer explained, "It is said that this artifact can enhance a fighter's combat abilities and temporarily reduce life energy consumption. It is estimated to be of the fourth level, or even higher."
Hu Kan exclaimed, "Then this artifact is quite useful!" He glanced at Chen Chuan and added, "If Old Master Xiao Yue had this lost artifact, his strength would have been even greater, and our fight would have been much more challenging.
(End of Chapter)Chen Chuan nodded. If someone like the Moon Howl Monastery, who could enter a trance-like state, wasn't afraid of the costs, it would indeed be a challenging battle.
If such a powerful fighter were to get their hands on this, the impact would be significant. No wonder the Great Prosperity had dispatched a fighter to intercept as soon as they received the news.
"Since Elder Peng has no issues, then we're not needed." Mr. Hu turned to Chen Chuan and said, "Chen, let's go and rest. Let's have something to eat. I'm starving after this."
The liaison officer immediately sent someone over, leading Chen Chuan and Mr. Hu to the dedicated cleaning room on the berthing ship. After freshening up, they were escorted to their designated resting area.
On the way, Chen Chuan asked, "Mr. Hu, are you hired by the Ocean Frontier Expansion Corporation?"
Mr. Hu replied, "Sort of. Elder Peng and I are both government officials assigned to the corporation. The company handles our daily logistics and assists with various matters when needed."
Chen Chuan understood that while Mr. Hu was nominally employed by the company, they were actually dispatched by the government. This arrangement ensured the company remained under control and also bore the costs of the fighters' expenses.
The Ocean Frontier Expansion Corporation, being a state-owned enterprise, had the obligation to share the burden with the country.
As they spoke, the two men entered a spacious lounge and sat down. The door on one side opened, and two guards entered, saluting them first. Then, the liaison officer entered and gestured for them to follow. Behind him were four people, each pushing a heavy dining cart.
The liaison officer said, "Mr. Chen, Mr. Hu, we've prepared a meal for you. The conditions at sea are a bit crude, but this is the best we can do for now. Please don't mind the simplicity."
He instructed the staff to remove the upper half of the dining cart, revealing a massive, one-and-a-half-meter-long platter with a golden sea eel lying on it.
The sea eel had been meticulously divided into many equal segments, making it easy to eat with chopsticks and spoons.
It wasn't just a simple cut; each piece had been carefully prepared, with the bones, scales, and internal organs removed, and then reassembled into a whole fish.
Chen Chuan could sense an unusually strong energy emanating from the fish, causing his anomaly organization to become active.
Mr. Hu, who had clearly eaten this before, said, "Chen, this is a golden sea eel, and this is the best way to eat it. The corporation has experts who specialize in preparing this dish."
"It's a rare treat because the creatures in the Converged Land are the most challenging to catch. Not only do they provide us with energy, but they also offer some rare nutrients. A few days ago, I could only eat a specific part, or I'd have to work really hard to catch two of these eels."
As he spoke, he rubbed his hands together, "Chen, I'm going to start eating. I can't wait." He picked up a large spoon and a plate, scooped up a big chunk, and began eating.
The liaison officer bowed and said, "Then I'll leave you two to your meal." He led the others out and closed the door behind them.
After Chen Chuan and the others left, he picked up his bowl and chopsticks, took a piece of meat, and tasted it. The tender, processed meat melted in his mouth, releasing an incredibly delicious flavor. Unknowingly, he ate several pieces and soon felt his body warming up.
He could sense that the energy provided by the fish was higher than that of the Imperial Fish he had eaten before. Mr. Hu, on the other side, had steam rising from his head as he ate, indicating the rich nutrition provided by the fish. However, in terms of taste, Chen Chuan felt that it was slightly inferior to the standard set by the lame old man, a master chef with a long lineage, who had served fighters for centuries.
Different people have different skills, and while some may excel at preparing certain ingredients, they might not be as skilled with others. Currently, only Gao Yanjun is a versatile chef, capable of handling almost every type of ingredient with equal skill, making him an invaluable asset.
The two golden sea eels looked enormous, but the two men finished them in just over ten minutes.
Mr. Hu, still feeling unsatisfied, put down his plate and spoon and lay back on the sofa, sighing contentedly. "This meal was worth it. But this time, I had your help to quickly deal with the Moon Howl Monastery. Otherwise, I might not have been able to replenish my energy so quickly."
"It's nothing, Mr. Hu. We're just helping each other out," Chen Chuan replied. Just then, his communication device buzzed, signaling a message from the warship's internal information field. "Mr. Chen, this is the liaison officer from the Ocean Frontier Expansion Corporation. We've prepared the items you requested."
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