Chapter 933: Ambush at the Mountain Pass
Chapter 933: Ambush at the Mountain Pass
September 25, 2017
It was a regular occurrence for Lu HaiKong to seek counsel with Xi Zhi Cai after each of his outings, reflecting on the events he had experienced.
Usually, during these moments, Xi Zhi Cai would assume the role of a silent listener, quietly absorbing everything without saying much.
But interestingly, even if he spoke seemingly trivial words, Xi Zhi Cai would guide Lu HaiKong to view the issues from a different perspective.
Every conversation with Xi Zhi Cai allowed Lu HaiKong to gain a deeper understanding of the events he had gone through.
However, this time was slightly different. As Lu HaiKong recounted his experiences, he noticed Xi Zhi Cai's furrowed brows, a continuous frown throughout the conversation.
Xi Zhi Cai, being well-aware of Lu HaiKong's thoughts, knew he was deep in contemplation. Lu HaiKong, instead of inquiring, continued with his narrative.
"It seems like you should bring a military advisor next time," Xi Zhi Cai suggested after Lu HaiKong finished his story.
Lu HaiKong slightly complained, "I'd like to bring one, but who can I bring when none of you are available? I originally planned to take Feng Xiao, but his health isn't much better than yours. After rushing back from the City Beyond the Domain, I can't risk taking him on a rapid march to Luoyang."
Xi Zhi Cai's remark was met with a slight grumble from Lu HaiKong, but there was no intellectual dissatisfaction.
Xi Zhi Cai smiled and didn't continue the conversation on this topic.
After Lu HaiKong finished his conversation with Xi Zhi Cai, he didn't engage in a lengthy discussion as he usually did. Instead, they exchanged a few words before Lu HaiKong turned and left the City Lord's Mansion.
As Lu HaiKong left, Xi Zhi Cai's furrowed brows relaxed, and he turned to look towards the direction of Chang'an, his gaze carrying a hint of depth.
"What should I say to make up for his calculations?" Xi Zhi Cai's words carried a hint of anger, but it was unclear whom his words were directed at.
Meanwhile, Lu HaiKong, after leaving Xi Zhi Cai, didn't immediately return to the City Lord's Mansion. Instead, he visited the North Tower and greeted a few people there. By the time he finished his rounds, the sky had darkened, and Lu HaiKong finally made his way back to the mansion.
On his way back, Lu HaiKong felt a bit nervous, and his thoughts were occupied with how to deal with the two little lolis.
Lu HaiKong, knowing their personalities well, realized he hadn't spent quality time with them in several months. After returning from the City Beyond the Domain, he hadn't even stayed for a few days before leaving again. He knew that this time, the two little ancestors' tempers would not spare him.
So, Lu HaiKong's heart was slightly nervous, and his mind was occupied with how to handle the two little ancestors.
However, Lu HaiKong was unaware that someone had already resolved this headache of a problem for him.
When Lu HaiKong returned to the City Lord's Mansion, he was met not by the two little lolis pouncing on him, but by two small, pitiful figures standing in the corner, holding back tears. Of course, there was also the third princess, who looked adorably cute in Lu HaiKong's eyes and terrifyingly scary in the eyes of the two lolis.
As Lu HaiKong entered, the two lolis cried out, "Wah!" Their cries were so pitiful that it would break the hearts of those who heard it.
"No crying allowed!" The third princess' words silenced the lolis' pitiful cries, leaving Lu HaiKong bewildered.
Lu HaiKong was at a loss for words, as he never expected that these two little ancestors, these two little tyrants who usually suppressed him, would be so obediently tamed by the third princess in less than half a day.
Lu HaiKong, seeing their teary eyes, felt a twinge of heartache for these two little girls.
Subsequently, Lu HaiKong and the third princess shared a glance, and surprisingly, these two girls seemed to have mastered the art of eye communication. After a brief exchange, they harmoniously sang a red-faced song.
Lu HaiKong, after exerting 'arduous' efforts, finally rescued the two lolis from the 'evil claws' of the third princess.
Due to the presence of the third princess, this female demon, and Lu HaiKong, this great hero who rescued them, the two lolis didn't pursue the matter further. Instead, they became extremely clingy to Lu HaiKong, to the point that the third princess' gaze towards them carried a hint of danger.
In the bustling city of Beifeng, at the training grounds, Lu HaiKong was about to embark on a unique quest. After a dinner at the City Lord's residence, he intended to spend some quality time with Princess San, perhaps taking her for a stroll.
However, things took an unexpected turn. Princess San, along with the three little lolis, joined him for the training. As he was about to claim his rewards, he noticed a special quest pop up.
Lu HaiKong's luck seemed to be on his side. Without hesitation, he accepted the quest.
System Prompt:
You have triggered the Mysterious Guqin Collection Quest. Will you accept the quest?
"Quest?" Lu HaiKong was momentarily taken aback but quickly agreed.
System:
You have accepted the Special Collection Quest: Mysterious Guqin.
Mysterious Guqin
Quest Type: Collection (Special)
Quest Description: Please personally collect the Guqin and unravel the mystery behind this unique instrument.
Quest Rewards: ???
Quest Progress: 3/7
Lu HaiKong glanced at the quest details and set it aside, finding the description rather vague and unhelpful. He then picked up the special sheet of music he had obtained, and with a flash of golden light in his eyes, he appraised the sheet.
Ten Ambushes (Sheet Music)
Level: Legendary
Learning Condition: Master-level Qintechnique
Lu HaiKong's attention was now focused on the mysterious Guqin quest. He had already collected three-sevenths of the Guqin, and he was determined to uncover its secrets.
End of Chapter 1
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