The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1479

Chapter 1479: Chapter 1475 Martial Law Chapter 1479: Chapter 1475 Martial Law “With the aid of the Grand Diviner, the demonic Qi has been completely expelled from Master's body,” Lu Huaming said in a solemn voice. “However, the Demonic Qi has deeply invaded his meridians and divine soul, and he will need a long time to recuperate. I'm afraid his cultivation level will suffer a great loss.”

Shen Luo's heart sank upon hearing this; he had not expected Cheng Yaojin's injuries to be so severe.

“The Great Tang Government and Minister Yuan possess exceptional methods, and there is no need for me to embarrass myself in this affair. However, after yesterday's battle at the Circular Mound, I acquired these three treasures from several demons, all of which have the effect of suppressing Demonic Qi. Please trouble the two of you to deliver them to Duke Cheng, to aid in his early recovery, as a way for me to repay Duke Cheng for the kindness he has shown me in the past.” After a moment of contemplation, he took out Gan Jiang and Mo Ye, the Wordless Scripture, and the Demons Suppression Heavenly Book and placed them on the table.

Lu Huaming did not recognize the three treasures, but Senior Yellow Wood knew that each of these treasures was a personal treasured possession of Yuan Tiangang. How did they end up in Shen Luo's possession?

Thoughts churned in his mind, and he wanted to ask questions, but ultimately, he did not voice them.

Senior Yellow Wood pondered repeatedly and finally decided to accept the three treasures, planning to enter the palace later to inquire with Yuan Tiangang.

After some conversation, Lu Huaming and Senior Yellow Wood took their leave.

“Brother Shen, do you plan to go to the Kingdom of Qingqiu?” Hu Bugui asked after the two had left.

“The affair in Chang'an City is fraught with suspicion, and the Qingqiu Fox Clan might not necessarily be the culprits. I will not be at ease unless this matter is thoroughly investigated,” Shen Luo sighed and said.

“Last night, Brother Shen, you slew countless demons without even blinking, like a killing god descended to the mortal world, terrifying to behold. Who would have thought you had such a compassionate heart?” Hu Bugui chuckled.

“The situation is urgent. I shall depart immediately. What are your plans, Brother Hu?” Shen Luo glanced at Hu Bugui disapprovingly and asked impatiently.

“Brother Shen is a member of the Human Race and yet is willing to go to great lengths for our Fox Clan. I am, after all, one of the Fox Clan; it is naturally my inescapable duty to accompany you,” Hu Bugui said with a laugh.

Shen Luo nodded slightly. He had never been to the Kingdom of Qingqiu before, and having Hu Bugui, who was familiar with the place, accompany him would make many things much more manageable.

The two of them did not delay and set off immediately.

On the remote edges of the Great Tang Kingdom's territory, a hundred miles outside of Hongzhou City, there was a military town on the border called Xiangyang Town.

The town was small, but it was usually bustling because it faced south towards the Morning Sound Valley, and it neighbored the Kingdom of Qingqiu inside the valley, often engaging in various trade activities.

The Kingdom of Qingqiu was a country of the Fox Clan, whose people could transform once their cultivation reached a certain stage. Their humanoid forms were considered extremely rare and beautiful by those in the Human World, and they thus attracted people from all over to come here.

However, in recent days, the situation inside the military town had changed.

For some unknown reason, the Great Tang Government suddenly ordered the cessation of trade activities in Xiangyang military town. Shortly after, a large number of troops from Hongzhou were deployed and stationed in the town.

The previously manageable town defenses were unilaterally replaced by government troops and began to become extremely strict, displaying a ready-for-battle demeanor as if they were lying in wait with weapons at their pillows.

One day, Shen Luo and his party of three finally made their way here after a long journey.

After a brief rest in the town, Hu Bugui, who had filled himself with drinks, was ready to leave Xiangyang Town and enter the Morning Sound Valley.

Just as the three were about to leave the town, they were stopped by the guarding government troops.

The leading soldier, a monk at the Early Mahayana Stage, failed to gauge the depths of Shen Luo and Hu Bugui but faintly sensed the Fox Clan's Qi on Misu and immediately had his men surround them.

“How daring of the Fox Clan, still sneaking into the military town at this time. Are you spies gathering intelligence?” the accompanying soldier shouted.

Misu heard this and became somewhat annoyed. But before she could speak, Shen Luo stopped her.

“Daoist friend, you misunderstand. We've just returned from Chang'an and are heading to Qingqiu to investigate the trouble caused by the Fox Clan,” Shen Luo explained.

“Hmph, I think you've just attacked Chang'an City and are trying to flee back now, aren't you? Guards, arrest them all!” The monk immediately commanded.

As soon as his words fell, a group of soldiers wielding weapons advanced menacingly.

Seeing this, Shen Luo had no choice but to take out a token from his waist and show it to the monk.

The monk, upon seeing the Great Tang Dynasty Government's token presented by Shen Luo and confirming its authenticity, realized his mistake and immediately apologized, “I was just following orders; I hope you can forgive my error.”

“It's fine; you did nothing wrong,” Shen Luo said with a smile, taking back the token.

The monk, seeing that Shen Luo truly had no intention of pursuing the matter further, secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

“However, what's happening now? Why has the atmosphere suddenly become so tense? We hadn't heard anything this serious when we left Chang'an before,” Shen Luo inquired.

“Your Excellency may not be aware. Because of the great commotion caused by the Fox Clan, the various clans have decided to confront the Kingdom of Qingqiu together. A few days ago, the Great Tang Government issued an order for us to station in Xiangyang Town and keep a close watch on any movements within Morning Sound Valley,” the monk with the army hurriedly explained.

He paused for a moment and then added with some worry, “I'm afraid that war might reignite…”

Upon hearing this, Misu's expression immediately became tense.

Seeing this, Shen Luo gently patted Misu on the shoulder, indicating that she needn't worry too much.

After registering in accordance with the rules, the group left Xiangyang Town and headed toward Morning Sound Valley.

Outside the military town lay a smooth and straight road that stretched deep into the distant valley.

“Grandma Qiu said that this road was built by the Great Tang Government back then. Our Kingdom of Qingqiu has always had a good relationship with the Great Tang… I really don't understand how it could have come to this,” Misu couldn't make sense of it.

“Don't worry too much. Once we return and investigate what happened, perhaps we'll be able to resolve these misunderstandings,” Shen Luo reassured her.

“There must be a misunderstanding. As long as it is cleared up and we find the true perpetrator behind the scenes, we can clear our Kingdom of Qingqiu of suspicion,” Misu nodded but her furrowed brows did not relax.

Seeing this, Shen Luo decided not to say anything more. Hu Bugui, accompanying him, also remained unusually silent, merely tilting his head to take occasional sips of wine, his gaze often lost in the distant mountains and waters.

Putting aside their current state of mind for a moment, the scenery within Morning Sound Valley was indeed beautiful. Although the place was nominally a valley, the terrain was not at all narrow. It was only because the distant sides were high that it seemed like a valley.

At the end of the valley, the towering peak was none other than Qingqiu Mountain.

In the valley, low shrubs intertwined with towering trees, and every so often, a babbling stream crossed their path. Occasionally, water gathered at a rocky beach or depression, forming a clear spring before flowing back into an underground river.

As they traveled further, signs of human life gradually disappeared, and the sounds of birds and beasts in the forest grew louder.

Little Fox Misu walked beside Shen Luo, taking a deep breath in and then slowly exhaling, her lips curling into a slight smile, her expression considerably more relaxed.

Shen Luo sighed inwardly. It seemed that this young girl, although she had appeared calm over the past few days, had actually been living somewhat fearfully.