The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 573 - Chapter 573 Chapter 573 Entering the Mountain

Chapter 573: Chapter 573: Entering the Mountain Chapter 573: Chapter 573: Entering the Mountain After getting off the plane, someone quickly came to pick them up, and Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao arrived at the hotel to rest.

This time, the two of them stayed in the presidential suite again, but although they were engaged, they stayed in two separate rooms.

However, they only stayed for one night, and early the next morning, they set off for Changbai Mountain.

Although it was only early winter, Changbai Mountain was already completely covered with snow. At this time, Changbai Mountain had completely turned into a snow mountain. From a distance, the pure whiteness made one yearn for it.

In such a season, almost everyone who came to Changbai Mountain was wrapped up tightly, layer upon layer. Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao, however, were only wearing thin long-sleeved shirts, looking relaxed and comfortable, showing no signs of feeling cold.

If others saw them, they would definitely be shocked. However, there were not many people visiting Changbai Mountain at this time.

Now that it was winter, Changbai Mountain was not only cold but also full of dangers. Because of the cold, many fierce animals could not find food and had to come out to hunt from time to time.

Entering the mountains at this time, one could easily encounter wild beasts and become their meal.

As they traveled, Zhong Niangyao and Lu Yichen didn’t encounter any wild animals.

“I thought we might encounter a black bear or a white tiger or something!” Zhong Niangyao pouted and spoke somewhat helplessly, “It seems I was daydreaming.”

Such remarks, if heard by outsiders, might easily provoke hostility.

Because the cold Changbai Mountain, although dangerous, was also full of opportunities, and precious things were almost everywhere.

There were indeed some people who risked their lives to come to the mountain for good finds, but generally, they only stayed around the outskirts of Changbai Mountain. No one dared to enter the mountain recklessly, after all, everyone cherishes their own life!

Hearing Zhong Niangyao’s complaints, Lu Yichen couldn’t help but chuckle softly, “You better not speak so carelessly.”

“Afraid of calling what’s spoken?” Zhong Niangyao cocked her head and smiled, “Isn’t that just perfect? I also want to see what the wildlife of Changbai Mountain is really like.”

“I mean, if other people hear what you just said, they might be furious,” Lu Yichen shook his head with a smile, “Moreover, I believe you can also feel that Changbai Mountain hasn’t undergone any human alterations. It’s naturally nurtured, and the spiritual energy here is many times denser than outside.”

“The animals here have lived long and have absorbed some spiritual energy. Thus, they are more sensitive than those outside. They can sense the dangerous aura we emit, and they definitely won’t dare to come out rashly.”

“So animals also bully the weak and fear the strong, huh!” Zhong Niangyao giggled, “It seems that this isn’t exclusive to humans!”

“The law of the jungle, survival of the fittest, is the rule of nature,” Lu Yichen said as he held Zhong Niangyao’s hand and smiled, “Alright, let’s keep moving!”

Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao continued deep into Changbai Mountain, reaching an area that was practically barren with no signs of human habitation around.

But–

After looking around, Zhong Niangyao spoke, “This place is strange.”

She felt that a forbidden curse or some eye-blocking technique might have been applied to this area. Such a vast open space with hardly any plants around was in stark contrast to the abundant resources found elsewhere. Wasn’t this obviously hinting at something unusual?

“This place has been concealed by a forbidden curse.”

As he spoke, Lu Yichen raised his hand, palm facing upward, and a thick swirl of black air floated from his palm.

Though it was just a wisp of black air, it carried a very domineering aura, letting one immediately sense the danger it presented.

Seeing this streak of evil Qi, Zhong Niangyao raised her eyebrows but didn’t say anything.

The evil Qi, having left Lu Yichen’s palm, started to spiral violently. Finally, as if it had found something, it suddenly drilled into a specific area.

Then the space fluctuated, and everything around them transformed dramatically.

In front of Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao, a narrow path appeared. This path should lead to the gathering spots of the hidden families.

After exchanging glances, they held hands and followed the path.

“Yichen, have you been here before?” Zhong Niangyao asked curiously, glancing at Lu Yichen beside her, “Why do I feel like you’re very familiar with the procedure?”

“I haven’t been here before,” Lu Yichen shook his head, his expression unchanging, “I’ve always known that the Mystical Sect has been gathered here. They have been using the spiritual energy of Changbai Mountain for cultivation, and the special departments are also aware of it.”

“There’s an agreement between the special departments and the Hidden Families of Changbai Mountain; we keep out of each other’s way and live our own lives. Of course, when it comes to matters concerning national interests, the people of the Hidden Families must also contribute their part.”

Zhong Niangyao nodded, showing her understanding.

“Where are we headed now?” Zhong Niangyao looked at Lu Yichen and directly asked, “Should we go directly to the Baili Family, or what should we do?”

“Do you want to go directly to the Baili Family?” Lu Yichen didn’t immediately answer Zhong Niangyao’s question but instead tossed it back to her, “If you want to go, we can head there now.”

Hearing Lu Yichen’s inquiry, Zhong Niangyao hesitated a bit.

Before coming here, she was full of confidence, believing she could take Zhong Mingxin back with her.

However, now that she was actually in Changbai Mountain, she hesitated. It wasn’t that she was afraid of visiting the Baili Family; after all, whether it was Zhong Mingxin or Bai Le Yao, who was supposedly her biological mother, she felt no turmoil in her heart.

Her hesitation was really just because of Old Sir Zhong and Old Madam Zhong.

Although before coming here, both Old Sir and Old Madam Zhong’s moods had recovered. But she could feel that, in their lifetimes, their greatest wish was probably to see Zhong Mingxin return home and reunite the family.

Seeing Zhong Niangyao’s expression, Lu Yichen didn’t rush her with words.

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