Sima Youyue was not interested in the grudges between the governor's residence and the city lord's residence. In order not to be discovered, the two of them left quietly after they heard the news.
But even so, they were almost discovered when they left.
After returning, Sima Youyue asked about Daliang City.
Old Man Li was shocked. "Are you sure it's Daliang City?"
Seeing Old Man Li's huge reaction, Sima Youyue asked curiously, "What's wrong with Daliang City?"
"You don't know about Daliang City." Old Man Li sighed in his heart. "The surrounding areas of the Imperial Capital are all flat and peaceful. Only Daliang City's area has uneven terrain and many dangerous places. Also, it's very strange there. In some places, people will disappear while walking. "
"So strange?"
"Yes. No matter how powerful they are, they won't be able to find out the reason. Once they disappear, they will never appear again." Old Man Li was terrified when he thought of this.
Sima Youyue and Wu Lingyu looked at each other. They had the same curiosity and fear.
It seemed that the Soul Society was different from other places. There were terrifying gales and places like Daliang City.
"Since Daliang City is so dangerous, why is the talent selection held there?" Sima Youyue did not understand. "Is it to better select the talents?"
"I don't think so." Wu Lingyu shook his head. "Although they are called talents, I don't think they are very strong. It's okay to lose one or two people. If many people die, it's not worth it."
The talents who had grown up would have chosen their masters or started working for them. They would not wait for the selection. Hence, those who participated in the selection were naturally young and talented.
However, the age here was not calculated based on age. It was calculated based on the time they had been in the Soul Society.
Sima Youyue thought about it and agreed. If everyone died or disappeared, it would be a huge loss.
"Then why did he choose such a dangerous place?" Old Man Li asked this question because he could not think of a reason.
"That's something that only those in power know. Perhaps we'll find out when we get there," Wu Lingyu said.
"You're still going there?" Old Man Li looked at them in surprise.
"Since we know where the competition is, of course we have to go." Sima Youyue said confidently.
"Do you know that apart from these, there are other dangers there?"
"There's no need to think about it. But that won't stop us. "Sima Youyue smiled." Besides, there aren't many safe places in this world. Look at how many people are still safe and sound today, but tomorrow their heads will be separated from their bodies. A safe place might not necessarily be free of danger, and a dangerous place might not necessarily be unsafe. Uncle Li, shouldn't you feel this way the most? "
Old Man Li's body trembled. Sima Youyue was right. Rogue Cultivators like them could understand this the best. He was still alive today, but who knew if he would come back tomorrow? Even if he was in a safer place, he would still have to face all kinds of dangers.
Just like the incident with the strong wind. He had no money. He would either be blown to death by the strong wind, or he would have to agree to serve the corvee for a year. Either way, he would die. Who knew what it would be like in Daliang City? He might even be able to fight his way out.
However …
Sima Youyue saw his uncertain expression and thought that he was unwilling. She said, "If you don't want to go, we won't force you. After all, the road ahead is too dangerous."
"It's not that I'm unwilling. It's just that I don't know much about that place. But I have a friend there. If we go, we can ask her about the local situation. "Old Man Li calculated in his mind and decided to go with them.
"It'll be easier if you have a friend," Sima Youyue said with a smile. If it was difficult for outsiders to get information, it would be much easier for the locals to get it.
"Then when the wind season is over, we can depart," Old Man Li said. Seeing Sima You Yue nod her head, his heart finally settled. He was really afraid that she would not bring him along just now.
Two days later, the originally clear sky suddenly changed. It turned from a sunny day to a strong wind in just a few minutes.
When the wind started blowing, all the city gates were closed. The City Protection Formation was activated immediately. Those who had not entered the city in time were blocked outside. When the wind blew, they were all blown into the sky.
Sima Youyue and Wu Lingyu stood by the window. They watched as the people who were blown into the sky disappeared after a few seconds. They were amazed by the power of the wind.
"Uncle Li is right. This wind is really scary. If we were outside, with my ability, without any trump cards, we might not be able to withstand it, "Sima Youyue said.
"This wind is so strange. It's as if it came from the ground." Wu Lingyu had never seen such a situation.
"Yeah, I don't know what's going on. I heard from Uncle Li that this is only found in the Azure Dragon Soul Region. The other three places don't have it! "Sima Youyue was curious. However, she did not have the energy to investigate now.
"If you're interested, you can take your time to investigate after we rescue your mother."
"Mm, mm." She could only be curious now.
"When the wind season is over, we'll have to deal with those people," Wu Lingyu said.
"The City Lord's Residence or the Commander's Residence. I wonder who will come first."
Old Man Li was on the street now. He looked up at those who were blown into the sky by the wind. A few of them were people he knew. He watched as they struggled in the wind for a while before they were torn apart by the wind. They turned into black smoke and disappeared forever.
If he did not meet Sima Youyue, if he was not willing to serve the corvee, he would end up like them.
So what if Daliang City was dangerous? At least he had a chance to survive. Even if he could not escape death, he would still live for a few more days!
He closed his eyes. When he opened them again, there was no more hesitation in his eyes. He turned around and returned to the inn. He wanted to tell Sima Youyue something he knew.
Sima Youyue was shocked when she heard what he said.
"You said you found an ore vein outside Daliang City? Is that true? "Sima Youyue asked.
"It's true." Old Man Li nodded. "If it wasn't for this, I wouldn't have stayed away from that place for so many years."
"Didn't you say you weren't familiar with that place? How did you know there was an ore vein outside the city? "Wu Lingyu asked.
"Because that incident was too tragic. We don't want to think about it anymore. It was that incident that made me realize that there are many places where people can disappear unknowingly. "He could not help but shiver when he recalled the situation.
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