Chapter 703 Old God

.In the depths of a quiet bamboo forest, the moonlight shines through the sparse bamboo leaves and sprinkles on the ground, adding a bit of mystery to the quiet night. Elder Tianji was closing his eyes and concentrating, surrounded by a faint aura, as if he was performing some unknown ritual. Suddenly, a burst of rapid footsteps broke the tranquility, and Pei Sheng's figure appeared at the edge of the bamboo forest. His face was gloomy, and his eyes were filled with dissatisfaction and doubt.

"Elder Tianji, what are you doing?" Pei Sheng's voice echoed in the bamboo forest, with a bit of questioning and dissatisfaction, "Are you releasing spiritual energy on my side to investigate? I, Pei Sheng, act openly and aboveboard. Why are you so sneaky?"

Elder Tianji slowly opened his eyes, revealing a trace of indifference and calmness in his eyes. He was not intimidated by Pei Sheng's question. Instead, he said in an almost teasing tone: "Pei Sheng, Pei Sheng, why are you so nervous? I just sensed an unusual aura, and then I released my spiritual energy. Check it out. Isn't Luo Dan here? Where did he sneak out behind our backs? Is he really trying to escape?"

When Pei Sheng heard this, his expression became even more gloomy. He felt aggrieved, but had to suppress his anger, and explained: "That kid from Luodan is indeed not here. But he is definitely not a person who runs away from the battlefield. There must be something hidden in it. As for you, Elder Tianji, your ability is too incompetent. Are you sure? Don’t tell me that your sensitivity has deteriorated as you are getting older, right? Let’s wait until you are more accurate before saying this!”

Elder Tianji smiled slightly and seemed not to care about Pei Sheng's sarcasm. He waved his hand gently and said: "Pei Sheng, don't underestimate my magical skills. Although I dare not say that it is 100% accurate, but nine times out of ten it will not be wrong. However, since you are like this I'm sure, then I want to see if I made a mistake or if you were really fooled by that kid from Luo Dan."

Just when Pei Sheng was about to refute, suddenly, a familiar yet unfamiliar breath quietly approached. The two of them became alert at the same time, their gazes locked deep in the bamboo forest. I saw a figure walking out slowly under the moonlight, it was Rodan!

Pei Sheng was shocked by Luo Dan's appearance. He subconsciously looked at Elder Tianji and saw that Elder Tianji also had a look of astonishment. The two breaths collided together inadvertently, causing waves of weak airflow fluctuations, causing the bamboo leaves in the bamboo forest to sway gently.

"Luo Dan? Why are you back?" Pei Sheng couldn't help but ask, with a hint of disbelief in his tone.

Luo Dan did not answer immediately, but glanced at the two of them first, and then slowly said: "I... I just went out to do something. I didn't expect it would cause such a big misunderstanding. Elder Tianji, Pei Sheng, please don't Misunderstanding, I have no intention of running away."

Elder Tianji frowned, looked at Luo Dan up and down, and then said in a deep voice: "Luo Dan, you'd better explain the matter clearly. What are you doing here and there? Could it be that you really have something? A hidden secret?"

Luo Dan gave a bitter smile and shook his head helplessly: "Elder Tianji, Pei Sheng, you really misunderstood. I just suddenly received an urgent message and needed to deal with it. Now that the matter has been resolved, I will hurry up Are you back?"

Hearing this, Pei Sheng's doubts eased slightly, but he still couldn't help but ask: "What urgent news? Do you have to go out to deal with it at this time?"

Rodan hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to confess: "It's information about the enemy we are about to face. I received news that they are secretly gathering forces to prepare to launch a surprise attack on us. I think this matter is too important and must be Check it out for yourself.”

Elder Tianji and Pei Sheng fell into deep thought after hearing this. After a moment, Elder Tianji slowly spoke: "Luo Dan, you did the right thing this time. Facing the enemy, we cannot be careless in the slightest. Now that you have verified the intelligence, we must quickly prepare for the upcoming arrival. 's battle.”

Pei Sheng also nodded and agreed: "That's right, Luo Dan. Although your previous behavior caused us some misunderstandings, your starting point is good. Now, we must unite as one to fight against the enemy."

In this way, a dispute caused by misunderstanding was resolved with Luo Dan's explanation. The three reunited to discuss the upcoming challenges. And the quiet bamboo forest has once again returned to its former tranquility, as if nothing had ever happened.

In the quiet courtyard where the night falls, the moonlight is like water, gently shining on the bluestone road, covering this ancient courtyard with a layer of silver gauze. Elder Tianji stood in a corner of the courtyard, his brows slightly furrowed, his eyes flashing thoughtfully. At this time, a breeze blew by, bringing Pei Sheng's urgent and slightly nervous voice.

"Elder Tianji, I have been guarding here all the time. You must have made a mistake in your spiritual energy detection just now, right?" Pei Sheng's tone was a bit uncertain, but he tried to stay calm. He stared at Elder Tianji closely, trying to catch a hint of something strange on his face.

Elder Tianji heard the words and slowly turned around. Under the moonlight, his face looked a little pale, and there was a trace of imperceptible fatigue in his eyes. "Of course I'm not mistaken, I'm just... a little curious." He coughed lightly, as if he wanted to hide something, "You do look different from before. Pei Sheng, is there something you are hiding from me?"

Pei Sheng's heart tightened, but he remained calm on the surface: "What's the difference? It's just that I practiced for a long time today and am a little tired. Elder Tianji, you are worrying too much."

Just when the atmosphere between the two was slightly delicate, a burst of brisk footsteps broke the silence. Luo Dan's figure appeared at the entrance of the courtyard. His clothes were slightly disheveled, and his expression was a bit tired and solemn, but his eyes shone with determination.

"Elder Tianji, Pei Sheng, I'm back." Although Luo Dan's voice was soft, it was like a spring breeze blowing across the lake, which instantly relaxed the tense atmosphere.

When Pei Sheng saw that Luo Dan had returned safely, he breathed a sigh of relief, and a long-lost smile appeared on his face: "You are finally back, so you made me wait! I thought..." When he said it, he spoke abruptly. He swallowed it back, obviously not wanting to worry Luo Dan.

Elder Tianji also nodded slightly, a trace of relief flashed in his eyes: "Now that you are sure, then... can you go?" There was a bit of unwillingness in his tone, as if he was not able to find out more. sorry for the information.

Luo Dan nodded lightly and saluted Elder Tianji: "Thank you for your concern, Elder. I have confirmed that everything is normal. You should also go to bed early. There are still many things to be busy with tomorrow."

Elder Tianji shook his head helplessly, turned and left, his back stretched out in the moonlight, looking a little lonely.

After Elder Tianji's figure completely disappeared from sight, Luo Dan turned to Pei Sheng, with a wry smile on his face: "You've been waiting for me for a long time, right? This time I went to the City Lord's Mansion to investigate the news, and I did encounter some trouble."

When Pei Sheng heard this, he raised his eyebrows and said, "Oh? What should I say? Looking at you like this, you look like you have fought with someone outside!"

Luo Dan sighed softly, sat down slowly, and began to tell about his experience in the City Lord's Mansion: "After I sneaked into the City Lord's Mansion, I found that they were plotting a major event, which seemed to be related to our plan. But after trying to obtain more information At that time, he was accidentally discovered. Although he finally escaped, he suffered some minor injuries.”

After hearing this, Pei Sheng's expression became solemn: "It seems that our opponent is more cunning than imagined. Luo Dan, it's good that you can come back safely this time. Next, we have to be more careful."

The two looked at each other, with determination shining in their eyes. In this quiet night, they seemed to be ready to face the challenges of the future. No matter how difficult the road ahead was, they would walk hand in hand.

On that brightly lit and crowded night, Luodan was standing among the crowd, his eyes fixed on the grand ceremony being held in front of him. During the ceremony, the fire was soaring into the sky, the music was melodious, and people's faces were filled with laughter and admiration, as if all their worries were forgotten at this moment. However, there were ripples in Luo Dan's heart, and an inexplicable sense of crisis quietly arose.

Just when he was about to step forward to stop him and try to uncover the secrets that might be hidden behind this ceremony, a subtle but extremely clear sound of wind suddenly sounded in his ears. The sound of the wind carried an indescribable pressure, as if countless pairs of eyes were peering at him from the dark. Luo Dan felt a shiver in his heart, and immediately realized that someone was using spiritual energy to investigate, and the strength of the other party was by no means an ordinary person.

"It's not a good place to stay for a long time." Luo Dan thought to himself. He knew that if he continued to stay here, his identity would be exposed and even cause unnecessary trouble. So, he made a quick decision, turned around and walked towards the city lord, with an apologetic smile on his face.

"Lord City Lord, I'm so sorry." Luo Dan said softly, with a hint of exhaustion in his tone, "I need to recuperate today, so I won't stay here to watch the fun with you for the time being. You can continue to enjoy this wonderful night. I'll take the first step."

The city lord was slightly surprised when he heard this, but when he saw that Luo Dan looked really bad, he didn't say anything more and just nodded to express his understanding. And those people who originally gathered around Luo Dan actually believed him when they heard what he said, and no one raised any objection or stopped him. In this way, under the watchful eyes of everyone, Luo Dan slowly left the lively occasion, but he was secretly glad that he had successfully escaped.

After leaving the ceremony site, Luodan quickly quickened his pace, passed through the bustling crowd, and finally came to a remote corner. Here he met his companions who were waiting for him.

"You're back!" The companions were obviously surprised by Rodan's return. "What are we going to do next?"

Luodan took a deep breath and said solemnly: "I may not be here in the next few nights. We need to stay here for a few days to observe the situation. As for those big families, I can first Send them over and make sure they are safe."

However, Rodan's words made his companions look worried. They knew that if Rodan wanted to leave at this moment, he would undoubtedly be taking a risk. After all, things here have not been completely resolved. As a key figure, Rodan's departure will undoubtedly bring uncertainty to the entire plan.

"Lodan, you want to leave now, aren't you dreaming?" A companion couldn't help but said, with a bit of anxiety in his tone, "We still need you, you can't leave us just like this."

When Luo Dan heard this, he also struggled in his heart. He is well aware of the great responsibility he has, but he also understands that only by protecting himself first can he complete the task better. So, he said in a deep voice: "I understand your worries, but I also have my own considerations. Don't worry, I will act carefully and not put myself in danger. Moreover, only if I explore the path first can I make more progress. Plan your next steps well.”

At Rodan's insistence, his companions finally reluctantly agreed to his decision. They knew that Rodin was an independent and cautious person, and his decisions were often carefully considered. So, under the cover of night, Rodan quietly left that unknown and dangerous place and embarked on his own journey. And his firm back looked particularly lonely and resolute in the moonlight.

On that slightly gloomy afternoon, the sun was blocked by thick clouds. Only a few rays of light occasionally penetrated the clouds and shone on Luodan's frown. He was standing in a quaint courtyard, surrounded by lush forests. Occasionally, a few birds chirped, adding to the silence. In front of him, several envoys from different sects were surrounding him, persuading each other.

"Brother Luodan, if those sects heard that you didn't accompany them to explore that secret realm, they would probably have an uproar long ago!" A messenger in gorgeous robes said eagerly, his face full of anxiety. and Anxiety, "I advise you to follow them! Otherwise, you will really regret it! If you miss this opportunity, it will be difficult to find such a pure bloodline!"

Luo Dan had a headache. He rubbed his temples, trying to relieve the irritability in his heart. Who knows? He murmured to himself that even he himself couldn't tell what was hidden in the secret realm. What's more, he always had a hunch that things this time were not as simple as they seemed.

"Everyone, I understand how you feel." Rodan took a deep breath and tried to keep his tone calm, "But I have my own considerations. The secret realm is full of dangers. If I go there rashly, I'm afraid it will hurt everyone. Moreover, I do have some personal matters that need to be dealt with recently, and I really can’t be distracted.”

However, Rodan's words failed to convince these envoys. They still tried to persuade Rodin to change his mind. At this moment, a rush of footsteps came from outside the courtyard, interrupting everyone's quarrel. (End of chapter)