What a lucky world!

Chapter 149 Returning
The drizzle continued for three days.

The white flags at Fenglin Villa fluttered, as if mourning the end of a great master.

In a guest house, Zhang Mu caressed the awakened Xuan Ji and thought about his return journey.

I came down the mountain in early February, and now March is almost here. I have been wandering outside for almost a month, so it is time to go back to the mountain.

only……

Zhang Mu sighed softly.

This time he went down the mountain, he had two tasks.

One is to complete Song Haowen's instructions, and the other is to lure Ye Hanzhou up the mountain.

The former had naturally been completed long ago, but Ye Hanzhou’s trip here was probably in vain.

There were many people watching the battle of Luofengpo that day. Although only a few people knew the inside story, everyone saw Ye Suifeng display his supernatural power and kill Ye Dafeng in public. Afterwards, he "actually" survived the battle and was instead personally invited away by the Grand Commander of the Demon Suppression Division.

Later, news came out that the former owner of Fenglin Villa, Ye Suixin, had died.

For a time, Fenglin Villa was leaderless, and the people of the Ye family decided to elect Ye Hanzhou as the new owner of Fenglin Villa.

This decision was not surprising. Firstly, Ye Suifeng had returned with great strength. In order to avoid being held accountable, those who had oppressed Ye Suifeng's lineage would naturally stand on Ye Hanzhou's side. Secondly, although Ye Dafeng was gone, Ye Suifeng had become a master. As long as this big tree did not fall, they could still rely on Fenglin Villa to act tyrannically.

At least from the current point of view, although Ye Suifeng's body is occupied by Gongsun Feng, the master's destiny still lies with Fenglin Villa.

From Ye Hanzhou's perspective, his talent had been suppressed for twenty years. Now that it has recovered, it is like a latent dragon emerging from the sea. Taking control of the power of Fenglin Villa is undoubtedly the best option for him.

It's impossible for a manor owner with great master power to give up his job and follow him to the mountains to become a bandit, right?
He is not Song Jiang, and Ye Hanzhou is not Lu Junyi.

"Brother Mu, what are your plans next?" A crisp voice sounded in Zhang Mu's ears. Zhang Mu turned his head and saw Zhuge Nanxian dressed in white.

Zhuge Nanxian had just finished practicing her gong. Her eyebrows were drawn back, her face flushed, and a faint smile played at the corners of her mouth. A faint ruby-colored glow shone through her snow-white skin, like freshly gathered morning dew or a newly budding exotic flower, her beauty beyond words, pure and extraordinary. A string of pearls hung around her neck, emitting a soft glow that made her look even more like a beautiful jade.

Zhang Mu felt his heart flutter, and he quickly collected his thoughts. He seemed to be thirsty, so he picked up the teacup beside him to moisten his throat. Then he said, "I've been away from home for a month, and everything is settled. It's time to go back."

Hearing Zhang Mu's answer, Zhuge Nanxian's starry eyes dimmed for a moment, then she hid the disappointment in her eyes and said softly, "Can't you stay a little longer?"

Finally, Zhuge Nanxian added, "Didn't Brother Ye say he wanted to join you in finding the whereabouts of the Baima Yicong's military training method?"

Earlier, Zhang Mu and Zhuge Nanxian had explained Ye Suifeng's affairs to Ye Hanzhou, and naturally, they had also mentioned the White Horse Volunteers' military training method. According to what Ye Suifeng had said to Zhuge Nanxian, this military training method would eventually fall into Ye Hanzhou's hands, but it still remained missing.

Zhang Mu smiled and said, "We can't just wait here forever. Besides, he's different now, and the military training is of great importance, so we can't force him."

Listening to Zhang Mu's words, Zhuge Nanxian nodded slightly.

Coming from a prominent family, she was well aware of the turmoil a military training method could stir up. She was also worried that if Zhang Mu pressed her, there might be more trouble.

"What about you? What are your plans?" Zhang Mu skipped the topic and asked Zhuge Nanxian, "Do you want to stay with me in Wuzhai for a few days?"

Upon hearing this, Zhuge Nanxian didn't know what she was thinking about. Her face instantly turned red and she shook her head: "No...it's not appropriate..."

"Why not..." Zhang Mu wanted to say something else, but suddenly stopped.

Maybe it really is not appropriate.

Who is Zhuge Nanxian?

The little princess of Tiannan City.

Although Tiannan City only obeys orders from the court and not announcements, it is still the power of the Dayun court on the surface. If he brings her to the stronghold like this and she is used by someone with ulterior motives, it will be difficult to deal with.

As a top force, Tiannan City naturally does not find it difficult to deal with, but Qianyuan Wuzhai is in a difficult situation.

"Well, it's indeed inappropriate..." Zhang Mu echoed.

Upon hearing this, Zhuge Nanxian snorted and turned his head away.

Zhang Mu: (￣ェ￣;)
Hey?

Didn’t you say it was inappropriate?
"So what are your plans?" Zhang Mu continued to ask.

Zhuge Nanxian glared at Zhang Mu, thought for a moment, and said, "Old Man Qin said Gongsun Feng's strength is about the same as his, but from what Shen Lian said, he should be able to help Gongsun Feng improve further."

"If Gongsun Feng regains his status as a supreme grandmaster, it will have a huge impact on the world."

"The twists and turns involved are of great importance."

"I have to go back and report this to my family."

Zhang Mu nodded when he heard this, not surprised.

Two days ago, Old Man Qin left Lanling City ahead of schedule. His intention was similar to Zhuge Nanxian's: the situation was unpredictable, and they needed to return to make preparations. "Oh, right!" Zhang Mu suddenly thought, "What about the ice silkworms in the Snow Frost Sky Spear?"

Zhuge Nanxian pouted: "What can I do? I can't just take your gun away... You just keep it for now..."

"Here you go!" Zhang Mu slapped his weapon box, and a long spear emitting cold energy suddenly appeared in Zhang Mu's hand. Zhang Mu handed the Snow Frost Sky Spear to Zhuge Nanxian and said, "Take it away first. When you take out the ice silkworm, return the spear to me."

Zhuge Nanxian was startled. He looked at the spear and said hesitantly, "Isn't this something your elders made specially for you?"

"Yes, I can only go back and apologize to him." Zhang Mu smiled and said, "But now I have learned the Taegeuk Sword Technique and can use the sword as a weapon. I also have the Shenying Sword given to me by my master, so I don't rely too much on the spear."

Zhuge Nanxian looked at Zhang Mu, her beautiful eyes slightly turned, and she nodded: "Okay, I'll take the gun."

After saying that, Zhuge Nanxian directly took the Snow Frost Sky Spear. With a flick of her wrist, the spear disappeared without a trace. No one knew where she put it.

"When I get back, I'll send you a gun as a backup."

"Okay, then I won't be polite." Zhang Mu said with a smile.

Zhuge Nanxian also smiled, and the two of them looked at each other...

At this moment, a figure rushed in.

"Brother Mu, Miss Nanxian, hurry up, pack your bags, let's go..."

Zhang Mu and Zhuge Nanxian both looked towards Ye Hanzhou who had barged in. Their gazes quickly shifted, and after a moment of stunned silence, Zhang Mu was the first to ask, "Hanzhou, what do you mean?"

"Let's go!" Ye Hanzhou showed the bag on his back and said, "They are all crying in the mourning hall now. I finally got away. Let's go quickly."

"If I'm any later, they'll force me to stay again..."

Hearing Ye Hanzhou's words, Zhuge Nanxian burst out laughing: "Brother Ye, you want to go with us?"

Ye Hanzhou said naturally, "Of course."

Zhang Mu frowned: "Hanzhou, don't be tempted. Although Fenglin Villa is sorry for you, there is no shortage of cultivation resources. If you want to save your father, it is the most important to quickly improve your cultivation..."

Ye Hanzhou raised his hand to interrupt Zhang Mu, then sat down on the chair.

"Resources are only external. At most, they can be accumulated to the peak of the Condensation Realm."

"The Grandmaster emphasizes enlightenment, but I can't achieve enlightenment in Fenglin Villa!"

"Brother Ye, are you going to follow Brother Mu to his martial arts camp, or are you coming back to Tiannan City with me?" Zhuge Nanxian suddenly spoke up. "Even without the military training, with your aptitude, you can become a true disciple of Tiannan City."

"Brother Mu and I will go our separate ways once we leave the city. I need to make this clear to you in advance."

Zhang Mu opened his mouth, but in the end he said nothing.

He knew that this was Zhuge Nanxian trying to help him with Ye Hanzhou's advice. If he spoke up and was rejected, there would inevitably be some awkwardness between him and Ye Hanzhou.

Ye Hanzhou smiled and bowed to Zhuge Nanxian: "Miss Nanxian, thank you for your kindness, but I plan to go with Mu Ge'er."

"Well, why?" Although Zhang Mu had some guesses, he couldn't help but ask when he heard Ye Hanzhou say that.

"Of course I don't want to go to Tiannan City to be a son-in-law." Ye Hanzhou smiled and then shook his head. "It's just a joke, don't mind it."

After saying that, Ye Hanzhou said seriously: "My father is in the Demon Suppression Division."

After hearing this, Zhang Mu and Zhuge Nanxian understood instantly.

Gongsun Feng's surrender to the Demon Suppression Division meant Ye Hanzhou was destined to face off against them in the future. Neither Fenglin Villa nor Tiannan City would support Ye Hanzhou.

"Brother Mu, would you like to help me sharpen my knife?" Ye Hanzhou looked at Zhang Mu.

Zhang Mu smiled calmly: "That's exactly what I wish for!"

"What are you waiting for? Let's go..." Ye Hanzhou urged, "They'll be looking for me everywhere soon!"

"You're in such a hurry to leave. What about your military training techniques? Don't you want them anymore?" Zhuge Nanxian reminded.

Upon hearing this, Ye Hanzhou showed a mysterious expression on his face.

"Someone sent me a message through this funeral."

"Told me an address and four words."

"What word?" Zhang Mu asked.

Ye Hanzhou took a long breath and said solemnly: "White Horse Volunteers!"

(End of this chapter)