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Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye, two hours had gone by. During this time, Mianyang City appeared calm on the surface, but beneath it, a storm was brewing.
The news about the Nine-Dragon Cauldron hidden within the ancient tomb spread like wildfire, instantly causing a stir in the Yin-Yang Realms. Even those who had previously shown no interest in the tomb rushed to Mianyang City.
Yang Xiaochao and the five Grave Robber families noticed that more and more people were arriving, including some prominent figures from Daoist sects and Buddhism. This was far beyond what they could manage.
Thus, Yang Xiaochao and his group sent out a message that at six o'clock that evening, the five Grave Robber families would join forces to explore the tomb. Anyone interested in joining them could come along.
It was now eight in the morning, and there was still a long time until Yang Xiaochao's appointed meeting.
In a Black Market Hospital in Mianyang City, Earthwalker Dragon lay weakly on a hospital bed, numerous IV tubes attached to him. His left shoulder was wrapped with freshly changed medical bandages, which had already turned red with blood, making it particularly eye-catching.
Liu Yunchong sat beside the bed, looking at the wound on Earthwalker Dragon's left arm with a twinge of guilt. Earthwalker Dragon saw through Liu Yunchong's thoughts and managed a pale smile as he said, "Cloudwalker, you don't need to feel too guilty. It wasn't you who cut off my arm; it was that Gold-Eating Mouse. Besides, if you hadn't brought me to this hospital, I might have already died. I owe you my thanks!"
"Brother, I will help you take revenge!" Liu Yunchong nodded and said, "Last night, Gold-Eating Mouse released news inviting friends to join him in exploring the tomb this afternoon. I wonder what they are up to!"
"Hmph! The rumors say that the Nine-Dragon Cauldron is hidden in that ancient tomb. Gold-Eating Mouse can't swallow it all alone and was forced to release this information!" Earthwalker Dragon scoffed disdainfully and continued analyzing quietly, "Cloudwalker, over twenty of our sect members have also come; we are qualified to compete for the Nine-Dragon Cauldron. You are the highest-ranking among them; don't embarrass our sect this time when we go into the tomb!"
Liu Yunchong's eyes sparkled with determination as he nodded and replied, "Brother, rest assured! I won't let you down!"
Earthwalker Dragon struggled to lift his right hand and waved it toward Liu Yunchong. "Cloudwalker, exploring the tomb requires thorough preparation. Take your junior brothers to make arrangements; there's no need for you to stay with me!"
"Brother, take care of yourself!" Liu Yunchong nodded and left the hospital room. The Nine-Dragon Cauldron was not something easily fought over; he needed to devise a comprehensive strategy.
At a hospital next to the train station in Mianyang City, the doctor examined my injured hands and feet this morning and found that they were healing well. I could walk normally now and no longer needed to stay in the hospital.
Qu Liang supported me as we practiced walking in the hospital corridor. As I walked, I asked, "Qu Liang, should we go check out that ancient tomb and join the excitement?"
Although I had been in the hospital, I had kept an eye on the news about the tomb. Naturally, I had heard about the invitation from Yang Xiaochao and the others.
Qu Liang shot me a disapproving glance and bluntly replied, "Jiang Ling, given your current condition, it's best not to think about such things! If you go to that tomb, you'll probably be the first one to die!"
"Uh! Is it really okay for you to be so straightforward?" I awkwardly rubbed my ear. Although Qu Liang's words were harsh, they were also true. As a patient, if I rushed into a tomb raid and encountered danger, I wouldn't even have the ability to escape; it would be like seeking death.
"Ding ding ding~ ding ding ding~" My phone rang. I took it out and saw that it was Jin Yuan calling. Under Qu Liang's fierce gaze, I put it on speakerphone and answered.
"Hello, Jiang Ling! Where are you right now? A big business opportunity has come up, and you were the first person I thought of. Do you want to join us?" Jin Yuan's enticing voice came through the line. Upon hearing her words, Qu Liang's expression turned icy. She glared at me and pinched my waist, causing me to wince in pain.
"Jin Yuan, can you tone it down a bit? My girlfriend is right here! What kind of big business are you talking about?" I quickly interjected, fearing that Qu Liang might misunderstand our relationship.
"Haha, I didn't expect someone like you could find a girlfriend!" Jin Yuan's mocking laughter echoed through the phone for three or four seconds before she continued, "Yesterday, a rich old man contacted our Buddhist Artifact Shop. He wants our shop owner to help him snatch a treasure from an ancient tomb—something called the Nine-Dragon Cauldron. He’s hired not only our shop owner but also many other experts. Since it's paid per head, I thought I'd invite you along."
Upon hearing Jin Yuan's words, my heart raced unexpectedly. I tentatively asked, "Jin Yuan, is that ancient tomb located in Mianyang, Sichuan?"
"It seems that tomb is indeed in Mianyang, Sichuan. How did you know?" Jin Yuan replied with confusion.
"I'm currently in Mianyang, Sichuan. Once you all arrive, I'll come find you!" A wild grin spread across my face. If I went to that tomb with Yu Yuanhang and the others, as long as I stayed at the back, I should be safe from any danger.
I hung up the phone, only to hear Qu Liang's icy voice beside me: "Jiang Ling, you seem so happy. Are you eager to meet that woman named Jin Yuan?"
"Uh! Qu Liang, let me explain!" I quickly wiped the smile off my face and nervously touched my ear, briefly recounting what had happened at Goldfish Temple to Qu Liang.
Time passed quickly, and before I knew it, it was already past three in the afternoon. Yu Yuanhang and his group finally arrived in Mianyang City. Qu Liang and I grabbed a taxi with our luggage and soon met up with them.
There were fifteen people in Yu Yuanhang's group, divided into three factions. Yu Yuanhang and Jin Yuan belonged to one faction, while another seven wore Daoist robes and were Taoist Masters. Each of them carried a Peach Wood Sword on their backs, exuding an air of arrogance as if they looked down on everyone else. The remaining six wore ordinary clothes; they were folk practitioners who had learned Taoism on their own, standing quietly to the side and appearing particularly low-key.
When Jin Yuan saw me approaching with Qu Liang, she quickly walked over with a smile and teased, "Oh~ Jiang Ling, you really have a girlfriend! This beautiful lady, I'm Jin Yuan. What's your name?"
"I'm Qu Liang!" Qu Liang replied coldly, her eyes filled with suspicion towards Jin Yuan.
Yu Yuanhang glanced at me and said to the others, "Now that everyone is here, let's set off!"
"Alright!" The others responded in unison, even the proud Taoist Masters politely chimed in. It was clear that Yu Yuanhang was the leader of this group.
We took four cars and headed towards the ancient tomb.
(End of Chapter)
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