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Moreover, if Lu Chen recklessly used Divine Sense to sweep through the city, some people would think he was there to gather information.
Especially since doing so might offend a powerful expert's taboo; those experts despise being treated with such contempt and would become enraged.
If things went poorly, someone might come up to deal with Lu Chen, which could escalate into unnecessary conflicts. Lu Chen certainly did not want to act so recklessly.
After retracting Divine Sense, Lu Chen hovered in the air for a while, and nothing unusual happened. It was evident that the earlier situation was quite precarious; those people either did not notice or chose to ignore Lu Chen's actions, remaining completely silent.
Lu Chen flew over Tebalzuo Town, silently standing in the void, observing the situation of the people in the city.
The situation here was indeed very complex. Surprisingly, the Han People only made up a minority; some were declining, mostly those dressed in peculiar attire.
For instance, those wearing felt hats or with feathers stuck in their hair typically carried short knives, wore high-waisted riding boots, and sported various styles of jackets.
Lu Chen noticed at least dozens of differently dressed individuals, predominantly young men.
Generally speaking, each type of clothing represented a different ethnic group, such as the Central Plains people, Steppe People, and others from outside the Great Zhou Dynasty, like those from the Demon King Dynasty and Wabong. It was quite a dazzling sight.
After observing for a while, Lu Chen quietly descended. Instead of entering the city, he flew directly outside to stop about three to four hundred steps away from the entrance of a manor.
Earlier, when Lu Chen released Divine Sense, he caught a glimpse and discovered this manor.
Tebalzuo not only had many residents within the city but also outside; most of the estates beyond the city were quite spacious and luxurious, some even equipped with servants and guards.
For example, this manor had a lookout tower in its courtyard where guards could stand atop to keep watch and observe the surroundings.
If anyone dared to intrude without permission, they would sound an alarm to notify their companions. Then they would take up their strong bows to shoot at the intruder to protect their home.
Lu Chen had to keep a distance of three to four hundred steps to guard against the archers inside the estate, avoiding being hit by their arrows.
He realized that those archers were not ordinary guards recruited by the estate; they were more skilled than the sharpshooters in the army.
They carried quivers on their backs, filled with special arrows that were likely imbued with divine power or some Taoist spells. If hit, even the Yin Spirit would be harmed.
Lu Chen waved his hand towards the inside and slowly walked over, taking a diplomatic approach so he wouldn't have to worry about ambushes from within.
As he stepped outside the estate, the courtyard door creaked open, revealing a head—none other than Lian Dashuang.
"Master, you finally made it," Lian Dashuang exclaimed excitedly, opening the courtyard door wide to welcome Lu Chen inside.
Upon entering the courtyard, Lu Chen saw Princess Zhulan and Old Mu among others coming out. One figure surprised him slightly: Tu Youdong from the Tu Family, one of the Seven Great Families of Sui Mo Kingdom and a distant relative of Princess Zhulan.
It had been a long time since he last saw this person. Hearing he had returned to Yushan Kingdom, Lu Chen hadn't expected to see him here again. It seemed that he would also be joining in the search for the previous dynasty's treasure.
However, it was a good thing; Tu Youdong was a Qi Gong Master and a valuable ally. His presence would make Lu Chen feel more at ease.
In a short span of time, various thoughts flashed through Lu Chen's mind as he weighed the pros and cons and considered allies and enemies. He felt that Tu Youdong could still be trusted.
At that moment, Tu Youdong was dressed like a scholar in plain blue clothes, his hair tied up in a bun with a ribbon. His demeanor was calm and unassuming, completely different from the arrogant attitude he had when Lu Chen first met him.
"Lu Chen, you finally arrived. It took you five whole units of time; we were worried sick," Princess Zhulan said with an indifferent expression, her emotions neither warm nor angry. No one could tell what she was really thinking.
Lu Chen chuckled lightly and replied, "Well, there were some minor incidents on the way, but nothing serious that would affect our plans."
Lu Chen was still wondering in his mind whether Sang Tuling and the others would continue to track him.
This was inevitable. Although Lu Chen had little contact with them, he understood their personalities from their first meeting. They were now like his shadow, trailing behind at a distance, always looking for an opportunity to strike.
However, once he entered the estate, Lu Chen felt at ease because he noticed two lookout towers in the courtyard. The people stationed there were exceptionally skilled and alert, far beyond ordinary individuals. With them on watch and armed with bows and arrows, anyone who approached would meet their end.
Moreover, heading to the Gobi Desert posed many dangers. If Sang Tuling and the others encountered something they could not handle, they would naturally retreat.
A group welcomed Lu Chen into the estate and led him to the reception room, where they began to converse.
During their conversation, Lu Chen learned that this estate had been purchased by Princess Zhulan several months ago, and the lookout towers were built only after that.
It could be said that they had trained their forces for a thousand days only to use them for a moment; they had prepared for several months just for this occasion. Once everyone left, the estate would fall into disuse.
Additionally, there were a total of twelve guards stationed in the lookout towers, and their backgrounds astonished Lu Chen.
They were actually Qi Gong Masters brought out by Tu Youdong from Yushan Kingdom. Each of them had attained a level above Unity of Man in their Qigong cultivation. Collectively known as Bear Demon Death Warriors, they were incredibly brave; no wonder Lu Chen sensed something extraordinary before even entering the estate.
Death Warriors are those who are always ready to sacrifice their lives for their master. Typically, a master must pay a high price or owe a significant favor to gain their absolute loyalty.
They usually act with great caution and prudence, but when the critical moment arrives, they become a group of madmen who fear neither pain nor death, willing to disregard their own lives and follow only their master's commands.
Furthermore, their equipment was also of exceptional quality. They were collectively referred to as Bear Demon Death Warriors because most of their gear came from Bear Demons.
In the Luban Divine Ridge of Yushan Kingdom, there was a vast sea of trees filled with towering ancient trees. Naturally, it was also home to some formidable beasts, with Bear Demons being one of them.
The Leather Armor worn by the Bear Demon Death Warriors is impervious to blades and bullets, crafted from the hardest parts of the Bear Demon, providing protection far superior to the Black Iron Armor of the Central Plains.
Additionally, the powerful bows in their hands are also made from the Bear Demon. The bow body is constructed from the ribs of the Bear Demon, while the bowstring is made from its strong sinews.
The manufacturing process is extremely complex, typically requiring drying first, followed by soaking in a glue solution, then drying again, and repeating this process dozens of times.
It generally takes several decades to produce a Bear Tendon Bow. This type of bow boasts excellent flexibility, long range, and significantly higher stability in aiming compared to ordinary bows.
In fact, Lu Chen had miscalculated earlier; in his understanding, the finely crafted and inexpensive Black Iron Bow from the Central Plains, paired with Bear Tendon, would be the best bow available below, capable of shooting three to four hundred steps away but not exceeding five hundred steps.
However, the actual range of a Bear Tendon Bow can reach up to eight hundred steps, with terrifying penetrating power that can pierce through iron plates, making it twice as powerful as the arrows from a Black Iron Bow.
Moreover, the quivers they carry on their backs contain arrows with heads made from Bear Demon teeth.
The Bear Demon is carnivorous and has killed countless beasts throughout its life; for every beast it does not consume, a malevolent aura accumulates within it.
Thus, the teeth of the Bear Demon inherently carry a dense aura of ferocity that can directly counter Yin Spirits. This is not due to any divine power or Taoist spells as Lu Chen had thought.
Such a formidable team raises questions about how their combat strength compares to that of the Shark-Slaying Eight Guards from Giant Barbarian Island. If Lu Chen could spar with these twelve warriors, he would know for certain since he had already fought against the Shark-Slaying Eight Guards.
The Shark-Slaying Eight Guards excel in their synchronized movements; through intense training, they have developed a subtle connection among themselves that allows them to act in unison during combat, resulting in extraordinary strength against their enemies.
As for the characteristics of the Bear Demon Death Warriors, Lu Chen could only speculate.
The group continued discussing matters in the reception room. Lu Chen learned that Tu Youdong indeed intended to join the team heading to the Great Gobi in search of treasure. Lu Chen did not express much about this; he had anticipated it all along.
Additionally, the supplies prepared by Princess Zhulan are all set. In addition to essential food and drinking water, there are dried meats, barley cakes, wild chive sauce, and most importantly, Camels.
That's right, Camels!
First of all, drinking water is indispensable, especially in the scorching heat of the desert. Once inside, the moisture in Flesh is consumed rapidly, so it's crucial to always have enough Clear Water prepared.
Also, it's important to bring various types of dried meat—beef jerky, lamb jerky, and pork jerky—to adjust one's appetite. Dried meat is essentially the primary source of required energy.
Eating meat can provide endless strength. As the saying goes, "meat-eaters are fierce," which applies to the Steppe People who are naturally carnivorous. When they engage in battle with people from the Central Plains, they fight recklessly and are unstoppable, rarely encountering an opponent.
Wild chive sauce is a bit special; Lu Chen had never even heard of it before. But once Princess Zhulan introduced it, he immediately understood.
This type of wild chive grows on the grasslands and becomes extremely spicy after being pickled, which can refresh a person. This is indeed a good item; when walking in the desert with one's head feeling foggy, grabbing some wild chive sauce to invigorate oneself is a great choice.
Then there's the Camel. When traveling through the desert over long distances, ordinary livestock like horses and mules cannot endure it; they consume food too quickly and can easily be exhausted.
Camels have a unique stomach that allows them to regurgitate food and eat it again. They also have excellent endurance, much like an Ox pulling a cart. Using them for travel in the desert is truly ideal.
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