Chapter 73 – Tian Shui City
Wang Lin took a deep breath. In these four years, he had reached the peak of Qi Condensation in two years. He had spent the remaining years trying to reach Foundation Building, but to no avail.
However, as he continued to strive for Foundation Building, the gap between his true body and his cultivation level became much smaller. Instead of appearing to be at the 3rd Layer, he now appeared to be at the 8th Layer.
Wang Lin muttered, “Building a Foundation…” His eyes flashed as he made a decision. He patted his storage bag, and an extremely luxurious-looking flying sword flew out. The sword circled around him once before stopping in front of him.
Wang Lin stepped towards the flying sword. His body moved and disappeared in a flash of light.
All the animals lying on the ground finally relaxed a little and immediately scattered.
Wang Lin flew around Mount Heng Yue and soon flew away. The mountains, plains, forests, and villages seemed very small in Wang Lin’s eyes as he flew past them.
In the blink of an eye, the village where he was born appeared in his vision. Wang Lin pondered for a moment, then flew past the village without looking back.
Hengyue Mountain is located on the northern border of the Zhao state. It is a very remote location, with most of the population living in small villages. Wang Lin’s destination is a city 10,000 kilometers away. It is called Tianshui City and is the largest city in northern Zhao.
Wang Lin had only heard of Tianshui City. His master told him that an army of 100,000 men was stationed there. Wang Lin had always wanted to go there since he was a child.
Before entering the world of martial arts, his greatest ambition was to bring glory to the nation in the national exams, then become a high-ranking official in the capital, and invite his parents to join him there.
Wang Lin’s thoughts echoed with the desires of his youth. He smiled as he flew toward the city.
10 days later, Wang Lin became confused as he floated in the air with Situ Nan’s mocking laughter filling the air.
“I’ve been watching you fly for days. I thought you knew the way, but apparently you don’t!”
Wang Lin snorted and said, “If it weren’t for you asking me to enter this forest, I would have found the city by now.”
Situ Nan laughed. “There are many forests on the way there, so there might be some wood elements that the beads can absorb. I’m doing this for your own good.”
Wang Lin was about to speak, but suddenly stopped. He saw a row of horse-drawn carriages on the road below.
Liu San, the head of the Great Guard service in Tianshui City. Although he is not large, he is extremely strong. He has mastered the Mountain-Splitting Palm to a high level and is considered one of the experts in Tianshui City. He usually doesn’t go out to work.
But this time, the delivery was too important and attracted a lot of attention. That’s why the North family asked him to come.
Liu San was easygoing and sociable. Everyone in the escort team gave him a lot of face. He was currently riding his horse proudly. The shipment had been delivered, and although there were many thieves on the road, they were all afraid and posed no danger. The most dangerous crisis was when they were attacked by the Greenwood bandits, but when they saw Liu San, they gave him face and didn’t attack, making him very proud.
He closed his eyes and relaxed a little. Tian Shui City was within sight, so the Northern family’s task could be considered complete.
On the horse to Liu San’s right sat a very strong young man. He laughed and asked, “Leader, after we complete this large shipment, how much profit do you think the Northern family will bring us?”
A dark-faced man also said, “Leader, this shipment is so important that we should be able to get a fair share of the profits, right?”
Liu San looked at them and said, “When has the Northern family ever cheated us? Just wait and see. There’s no need to worry.”
The young man wasn’t afraid. He patted his horse and said, “Alright, with the leader’s words, I feel relieved.”
The dark-faced man laughed. Just before he was about to speak, his face darkened. He asked, “Leader, do you see someone standing there?”
Liu San focused his gaze and saw a figure standing at the intersection. His face was also gloomy. He said, “Yang Sen, ask him what happened. If he needs help, give him some money. After all, everyone has hard times.”
Yang Sen’s head shot up. He turned his horse and charged at the man. As he got closer, instead of slowing down, he charged even faster.
When Liu San saw this, he frowned. Although Yang Sen did his job well, every time he did something, he had to force others into a lower position.
The dark-faced man laughed and said, “That Yang Sen is not afraid to attack, but that kid does have great riding skills.”
The person standing at the intersection was Wang Lin. He saw someone getting out of the carriage. The person immediately arrived in front of him.
Yang Sen was close enough to see the stranger’s appearance. Although the man was very young, he was also very calm. He admired the young man for not being at all intimidated by his speed. He turned his horse around and grazed beside Wang Lin.
After he charged past Wang Lin, he took a few steps back, cupped his hands, and said, “I am the Great Guardian of Tian Shui City, Yang Sen. Does friend need any help?”
Wang Lin’s gaze scanned Yang Sen. He clasped his hand and said, “I’m looking for directions to Tian Shui city. Sorry if I’m bothering you.”
Yang Sen was stunned. He looked at Wang Lin several times, especially at his hands and head. He smiled and said, “It’s no problem. Tianshui City isn’t far away. Why are you going to Tianshui City?”
Yang Sen stared at Wang Lin for a moment longer. Just then, the horse carriage caught up, and a voice shouted, “Yang Sen, what happened?”
Yang Sen turned his horse around and shouted, “That little brat who doesn’t know any martial arts is looking for directions to Tian Shui city.”
Liu Sen took the reins and immediately approached. His eyes lit up as he looked at Wang Lin and said, “Friend, what’s your name?”
Wang Lin clasped his hand and said, “Hello, guard leader. My name is Wang Lin. This is my first time leaving home, so I hope guard leader can tell me the directions to Tian Shui city.”