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Chapter 816: Unraveling Intentions and Distant Emotions
Chapter 816: Unraveling Intentions and Distant Emotions
As Chen Chuan and Hu Kan walked back, the aberrant creature guarding the rift didn't wait for them to approach. It swiftly separated the entrance, allowing them to return.
Each opening and closing of the rift consumed its own energy, yet it still acted with remarkable efficiency.
Hu Kan let out a low whistle. The creature had just received a stimulus and now seemed more self-aware. He had been planning to strike it if it slowed down, but now that it was so well-behaved, he couldn't find the right opportunity.
Upon returning to Kongshan Island through the passage, the two retraced their steps. Chen Chuan passed by the previous battleground, extracted a saber from the wall, and collected the two blades together, wiping them clean. He then retrieved the Xue Jun Sword that had been left behind.
Unfortunately, he hadn't been able to witness the Xue Jun Sword's power in the previous battle, and due to the urgency of the situation, he hadn't had time to retrieve it. Next time, he would be more cautious in combat.
Hu Kan found his armor and a backpack he had left behind. He took out a signal gun from his bag and fired a shot into the sky. Instantly, a signal flare soared high into the air.
The signal alerted the crew on the warship, informing them that the operation on the island had been successful. They would soon send people to support and take control of the entire island.
After tidying up, the two men walked towards the beach. At that moment, numerous landing crafts had already docked, and they communicated with the dispatched personnel. Since there was nothing else for them to do, they boarded an amphibious assault boat and departed Kongshan Island, returning to the warship.
The liaison officer approached them, eager to learn the latest developments. He was overjoyed to discover that the two had resolved the matter so swiftly. Without the presence of the Xue Yue Hermitage, a renowned sword sect, handling the other residents of the island would be much easier.
Expressing his gratitude, he said, "Thank you for your efforts. We'll take care of the rest."
Chen Chuan inquired, "How do you plan to handle the situation?"
An Yao Pavilion was not merely a place for teaching combat; it was also an important doctrine transmission site for the Chan Religion. In the past, it had a significant number of followers in distant lands.
In the new era, most ancient religions had declined, including the High Heaven Religion, which had once been prominent in distant lands. Even genuine combat experts had become a rarity.
However, An Yao Pavilion, with its tradition of martial arts inheritance, still held considerable influence. This was somewhat similar to the situation around Wave Pavilion. If not handled properly, it could lead to significant future problems, easily exploited by opposing forces.
The liaison officer responded, "We already have a plan in place. It was still in the confidential stage, but if Mr. Chen has questions, we can answer them."
"Great Dharmabody Master Hong Fa once passed down two lineages. One lineage thrived while the other declined. An Yao Pavilion is the prosperous branch, and the other lineage still exists. Although An Yao Pavilion has been eliminated, we can have the other lineage inherit this place, ensuring stability."
Chen Chuan understood that he was referring to the Single Stream Pavilion. This was indeed a clever move. "Have you communicated with them?"
"Yes, we've already discussed it with them, and they're willing to take on this responsibility."
Chen Chuan's thoughts turned to Tower Lu, suspecting that this might be the sect's intention. For the Pure School, the existence of a rift meant the possibility of something crossing over. They would undoubtedly want to control it, and now there was a legitimate reason to do so.
The liaison officer said, "You can rest on the warship or airship. Feel free to make any requests." He then respectfully addressed Chen Chuan, "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, "It's unnecessary. We received word that the Linakses Federation's retrieval of the lost item was hindered. Old Peng should be able to intercept the item in time."
Chen Chuan, unfamiliar with the situation, inquired further. He learned that the Xue Yue Hermitage had previously offered a cherished lost item from their collection to the Linakses Federation in exchange for certain conditions and support. The Federation had also promised to send assistance.
An Yao Pavilion had been established for eight hundred years, likely choosing a location with a rift. Even if it had experienced a prolonged period of inactivity, at least three to four hundred years of activity was certain. Over such a long period, it was likely they had obtained lost items, but not all lost items were the same.
"To be able to negotiate terms with the Linakses Federation, is this lost item of a high grade or does it have a special function?" Chen Chuan asked.
"It's said to enhance a fighter's combat abilities and reduce life energy consumption for a period," the liaison officer explained. "Estimated to be of the fourth, perhaps even third grade."
"Then this item is quite useful," Hu Kan remarked. He glanced at Chen Chuan, "Little Brother Chen, with this lost item, the old master of Xue Yue Hermitage would become even stronger. Our fight would be much more challenging."
Chen Chuan nodded in agreement. A fighter like the Xue Yue Hermitage master, who wasn't afraid of energy consumption, would indeed be a formidable opponent.
Moreover, if this item were to fall into the hands of some formidable fighters, the potential consequences could be significant. It was no wonder that the Great Prosperity Government dispatched a fighter to intercept it upon receiving the news.
"Since there's no issue with Old Peng, then we're done here." Hu Kan turned to Chen Chuan and said, "Chen, let's go and rest. Let's eat something good. I'm starving after this mission."
The liaison officer immediately sent someone to escort Chen Chuan and Hu Kan to the designated cleaning room on the docking ship for a quick wash-up. After they finished, the liaison officer led them to their specially prepared resting area.
On the way, Chen Chuan asked, "Brother Hu, are you hired by the Distant Sea Exploration Group?"
Hu Kan replied, "In a way. But both Old Peng and I are government officials stationed here. The company takes care of our daily logistics, and we assist the company with certain matters when necessary."
Chen Chuan understood that Hu Kan was nominally employed by the company as a fighter but was actually a government agent. This arrangement ensured control over the company and allowed the company to bear the fighter's consumption needs.
However, the Distant Sea Exploration Group, as a state-owned enterprise, had the obligation to share this responsibility with the government.
As they spoke, the two entered a spacious lounge and sat down. The large door on one side opened, and two guards entered, saluting them before the liaison officer followed and gestured for them to enter. Behind him were four people, each pushing a long food cart.
The liaison officer said, "Mr. Chen, Mr. Hu, this is the meal we've prepared for you both. The conditions at sea are a bit crude, so this is the best we can do for now. Please don't mind it."
He instructed the staff to remove the upper half of the food cart, revealing its contents. On a platter that was one and a half meters long lay a golden sea eel, meticulously cut into even pieces, perfect for eating with chopsticks and spoons.
It wasn't just a simple cut; each piece was carefully prepared, with the bones, scales, and some internal organs removed, and then reassembled into a whole fish.
Chen Chuan could sense an unusually strong aroma emanating from it, causing the Altered Organization to become active.
Hu Kan, who had clearly eaten this before, said, "Little Brother Chen, this is the golden sea eel, and this is the best way to prepare it. The company has experts who specialize in this."
He continued, "It's a rare delicacy because the creatures in the Fusion Land are the most difficult to catch. Not only do they provide us with energy, but they also offer some rare nutrients. Unfortunately, a few days ago, I could only eat a specific part or slices of the eel. Preparing two whole eels like this would have been an exhausting task."
As he spoke, he rubbed his hands together and said, "Little brother, we should eat quickly. I'm going to start." He picked up a large spoon, scooped up a big piece, and began to eat heartily.
The liaison officer bowed and said, "In that case, I won't disturb your meal." He waved his hand, and everyone in the room, including the liaison officer, left and closed the door behind them.
After Chen Chuan and the others departed, he picked up his chopsticks and bowl, took a piece of the meat, and tasted it. The tender, slippery texture melted in his mouth, releasing an incredibly delicious flavor that blossomed on his tongue. Unconsciously, he ate several pieces in quick succession and soon felt a warm sensation spreading throughout his body.
He could sense that the energy provided by the fish was higher than that of the Imperial Fish he had eaten before. Hu Kan, sitting across from him, had steam rising from his head, indicating the rich nutrition provided by the eel. However, in terms of taste, he felt that it fell slightly short of the standard set by the crippled old man.
But that old man was a generational master, serving fighters for centuries, and his accumulated experience and practical skills were undoubtedly vast.
Different people had varying skill levels with different ingredients. Some might excel with one type but struggle with another. Currently, only Gao Yanjun was considered a versatile chef, capable of handling almost every type of ingredient, although his skills in each area were not the best.
The two golden sea eels looked substantial, but the two fighters finished them quickly, taking only about ten minutes.
Hu Kan, still feeling unsatisfied, put down his bowl and spoon, lay back on the sofa, and exhaled contentedly. "This meal was worth it. But this time, I have to thank you, Little Brother. We quickly dealt with that old guy from the Moon Cry Hermitage. Otherwise, we might not have been able to replenish ourselves with just this meal."
Chen Chuan said, "Brother Hu, you're too kind. It's just mutual assistance." At that moment, his Border Token vibrated, indicating a message from the warship's information field. "Mr. Chen, I'm the liaison officer from the Exploration Group. The items you requested have been prepared for you."
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