Gu Zheng didn't know who the Lord Huang Wei was talking about was, and Huang Wei didn't say much. He just told him that he would know when the time came.
However, after staying here for a few days, when they all went back, the Lord Huang Wei was talking about didn't come.
After these soldiers had rested, they kept busy. No one knew what they were doing. After a few days, there were many more holes in the middle of the road.
As for Bai Jiajia and the others, they also came to Gu Zheng's place once. Other than telling them to have a good rest, there was nothing else. As for Yu Zhen, she had already gone back.
They also went back together today, while Xu Jia continued to stay here to take care of things. There were still many trivial things to do here, and they also had to guard against the other party's sneak attack.
Even if the other party had completely left, they still had to be careful.
When Gu Zheng asked what they should do if the other party gathered a few high-end forces to launch a sneak attack, they directly told him not to worry. As long as the other party stepped into this place, they would know and have time to come back.
As for why, they didn't explain, and Gu Zheng didn't ask.
They also teleported back when they went back.
Three days later.
It was still in the main hall where they first met Huang Wei. When the other party took out a much more detailed map, Gu Zheng couldn't help but be excited.
In order to get this map, he almost lost his life. Even Xu Ling died once.
"Look, this is our most detailed map."
At this time, there were only the two of them in the main hall. The square map was three feet in size, suspended in the air, and everything on it could be seen very clearly.
Although the map was large, only a quarter of the map had drawings. The rest was still blank.
Gu Zheng saw where they were at a glance. The lonely peak on the map represented their specific location. It was lifelike, and he could feel the majesty of the lonely peak.
It was surrounded by four cities, which was much simpler in comparison. It was just a rough outline of what it meant.
The lone peak wasn't located in the middle, but in the west. Other than a few markings on the west side, there was nothing else. It was a complete blank.
The closer he got to the center, the more things were marked. There were mountain ranges, forests, and mines. What surprised Gu Zheng even more was that there was even a map of the Demon Soul's area, and it looked more detailed.
There were a total of eight cities in the middle. They were scattered in the middle area without any pattern. The only thing they had in common was that there was a mountain range near each of the cities. It seemed to be the place with the most bountiful resources. Demonic spirits were often produced there, and then they were taken in as subordinates.
"There's a mountain range in the middle. It seems like something is missing!"
Gu Zheng looked at the center. There were mountains all around. It was such a rich place, but there were no signs of a city.
"That's the Heavenly Palace City. We can't mark it, and our people can't get close."
Huang Wei gave a simple explanation, and Gu Zheng immediately understood.
The defense of that place was probably not ordinary. That should be where Wen Tianhou was. However, he was unable to mark it. It seemed that the other party was even more terrifying than he had imagined.
Gu Zheng continued to look past this area. To the east was where Soul Alliance was.
The markings there were very detailed. There were a total of twenty gathering places. It seemed that there were quite a few people as well. It was a bit out of Gu Zheng's expectations. He had always thought that it was a faction, but there were different names next to it. It was as if each city had a person.
Perhaps because he saw his confusion, Huang Wei explained.
"You may have heard of Soul Alliance. In name, it's a group of people who don't want to be bound. They gather there and call themselves Soul Alliance. In reality, they aren't weak. If that person doesn't act, even Demon Soul can't destroy them."
"How are they compared to us?" Gu Zheng asked.
"They're a bit weaker than here." Huang Wei didn't lie and continued to explain.
"Many of them first came here. However, at that time, boss couldn't influence them. Afterwards, many of them left. Boss, for some reason, couldn't deal with them, so they slowly grew. Don't look at me like that. There are actually many Demon Souls that can't be controlled. At least half of Soul Alliance are their people."
Gu Zheng retracted his gaze. He didn't plan on asking more about this. He didn't plan on encountering Soul Alliance. He was just looking for people. Moreover, it seemed that Wen Tianhou had many things he didn't know about.
"However, what do these mean?" Gu Zheng pointed at a few red crosses that seemed to be a warning.
"Clearly, that place is very dangerous. There are dangers that we can't resist. For example, this one."
As he spoke, Huang Wei pointed at the closest red cross. This location was very far to the west of the lone peak.
"This is a tidal mountain range. Inside, there is a black waterfall that falls from the sky. If Demon Souls or us enter, we will be attracted and unknowingly walk in. It's similar to having one's mind confused. Then, we will become a part of the other party. Even Boss Bai Jiajia can't solve this problem. We can only warn people not to approach. Normal maps have markings as well."
"It seems that it really is dangerous." Gu Zheng nodded his head and put an end to his thoughts of going in.
Even the other party felt that this place was dangerous, let alone him. Even the weakest person here was stronger than him. Pan Xuan probably wouldn't go there to join in the fun.
There weren't many such dangerous places on the map. There were only five or six in total. He had to remember the other party's location to avoid accidentally entering. That would be bad luck.
After half a day of effort, Gu Zheng, who had been looking at the map, finally lifted his head and nodded at Huang Wei, indicating that he had remembered everything. Only then did he put it away.
There was only one map, so he definitely couldn't take it away. However, there was a smaller map that he could take away. It was the one that Tie Tou had mentioned at the beginning.
It was much simpler than the simplest map, but many important places, such as mountains and mines, were hidden. However, combined with the most comprehensive map that Gu Zheng had seen, there shouldn't be any problems.
"Thanks, I'll return this to you." Gu Zheng closed his eyes and went through the map again. After confirming that he didn't miss anything, he opened his eyes and took off the badge from his shoulder.
Although the other party didn't mention it intentionally or unintentionally, Gu Zheng didn't intend to take it.
Sure enough, seeing Gu Zheng take the initiative to call it out, Huang Wei's expression was somewhat complicated. He originally thought that if he didn't mention it, even if the other party left, he would still hang on to the people here. If by chance, he might be able to keep the other party, even if the other party didn't seem willing.
"Alright, you can rest assured that as long as you want to go back, we will definitely leave a place for you here. You and your friends can go back together. But as for the location, you should be clear about it. It will only be a place where you left your aura." Huang Wei said as he took the badge.
"I understand, thank you very much!" Gu Zheng nodded and then turned his head to leave. But when he turned his head, he hesitated and wanted to say something, but didn't open his mouth.
"Don't tell me you're going back on your word? If you want this badge, I can give it to you at any time." Huang Wei's eyes lit up and then said.
"No, I want to ask if there is a way to save the people who come here if their bodies are gradually weakening." Gu Zheng still spoke his thoughts.
"I understand, there is. Although it's a bit precious, I can give you one. In any case, it doesn't have much value to us." Huang Wei immediately understood Gu Zheng's meaning and immediately said.
In a small courtyard in the southern part of the city, a young man and an old man were snuggling together.
"Alright, it's not like I can't move. Don't support me. How did you come back so quickly this time? It seems like it's only been ten days." The old man was a bit out of breath, but he didn't move his hand away.
"Didn't some accident happen a few days ago? Those enemies came again. Now that we've completely repelled them, I'm back. "The young man said with a bit of heartache.
At this time, the old man's figure was already somewhat illusory. If this continued, it wouldn't be long before he completely disappeared.
"Gui 'er, I didn't think that Immortals would have enemies. Fortunately, you're back. You don't know how worried I was about you." The old man stretched out his other hand and along the arm in his hand, all the way to Gui 'er's face. It was as if this was the only way to be sure that Gui' er hadn't disappeared.
"Father, this doesn't matter. This time, I've done a great service. After some time, I'll definitely let the Lord heal you." Gui 'er's eyes were filled with tears. When the old man's hand moved away, she turned into a ball and fell down. However, her tone was filled with pride. It was very strange to see the sadness on her face.
But it was also very heartbreaking.
Even if I'm here, I don't have the fortune to enjoy the Immortals' place. Don't take the risk for me. My life has been worth it. You have to walk your own path in the future. I don't have too many regrets. Just serve your master well. "Gui 'er's father said gently. Although his tone was gentle, it was also filled with reluctance.
He knew from his own appearance that he had already reached his limit.
"Father, I can definitely do it. The next mission has already been given. I will definitely be able to heal you." Gui 'er's eyes finally burst. Even at this time, her father still wanted to think for her, but he didn't know the cruel truth.
"Da da da"
"Is this Li Gui's house?"
At this time, there was a series of knocks on the door. After three knocks, a voice sounded from outside.
"Yes, I'm coming, I'm coming!" Li Gui's father went forward and prepared to open the door. He was already very familiar with this place, so he didn't have to worry about falling.
Li Gui quickly wiped away the tears on his face. No matter who it was, he couldn't let the other party see him lose his composure. If his father sensed something, he would be sad again.
"May I know who you are?"
Li Gui's father opened the door and asked.
"I'm from Guan City. Please don't worry. It's nothing serious. May I know if Li Gui is at home?" A warm voice sounded from outside the door.
"Immortals, please come in. My house is a little small, please don't mind it. May I know what brings you here, Immortal?"
Hearing that it was an Immortal and it wasn't a big deal, Li Gui's father immediately invited him warmly and stepped aside.
"You know about the battle some time ago, right? Your son has made a great contribution. Originally, I wanted to give you a better house so that you can live more comfortably …"
As the voice sounded, a figure walked in from outside. Li Gui's eyes immediately widened. He didn't expect to see Gu Zheng.
At the end of the battle some time ago, he was captured before he had even woken up. He thought that he was going to die this time, but after a few simple questions and a check on him, he was released in a daze.
Later, he found out from others that it was Gu Zheng who put in a good word for him. He said that he was bewitched by the other party. Now that he had recovered, there was no need for him to be entangled with a small character like him. This made him very grateful to Gu Zheng.
He didn't expect that the other party would come to his house.
"No need, no need. Immortal, you're too polite. We're already good." Li Gui's father said with some fear. He really felt that his house was not bad, much better than his previous house.
After all, there aren't many of you. There's no benefit in having a big house. It's not as good as a small house. Then, we thought about it and brought this thing to you. Although it's a little too much, with your son's contribution, you'll definitely get it in the future. It's considered an overdraft in advance. We can't leave any regrets. "
Gu Zheng had already walked in. After glancing at Li Gui, he ignored him and continued to speak to his father.
In other words, most of the people here knew their situation. Only he felt that it was a place of immortals. He didn't know if he would be sad when he learned the truth in the future. However, he might be glad. After all, not everyone was so lucky.
"Immortal's grace, Li Gui, come and thank him." At this time, Li Gui's father still didn't know. When he heard that there was no movement, he immediately shouted to the side.
"Ah, oh, thank you, Master, for your grace."
Li Gui was stunned. Then, he hurriedly bowed and directly knelt down. At the same time, he thanked him.
However, he only felt that he was halfway down when an invisible force pointed at his body. No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't kneel down. He raised his head in shock.
"Okay, I'll give you this thing." Gu Zheng raised his hand and Li Gui's body was pulled up. At the same time, a black soul stone with a golden light flew in front of him. It wasn't big, about the size of a cherry.
"Take it. This thing should be able to help your father return to normal. Just swallow it normally." Gu Zheng saw that Li Gui was still in a daze. He felt that Li Gui didn't know what it was, so he reminded him.
"Thank you, Sir."
Li Gui's tears fell without warning. Even at this time, he didn't care that his father found it inappropriate and directly thanked him with a choked voice. If it wasn't for the faint force in his body, he would have knelt down again.
To him, his father was more important than him.
Moreover, no matter what merit he had, it would be best if he didn't get punished. Now, Gu Zheng gave him this thing. It was something that he could never exchange for in his lifetime.
Previously, he even thought that his father was hopeless.
"In the future, just work hard for Guan City. Quickly put it away." Gu Zheng didn't expect Li Gui to do much. After all, Li Gui was so weak. However, he still encouraged him.
Only then did Li Gui carefully put away the soul stone in front of him. He held it tightly in his hand. His body trembled with excitement.
When Gu Zheng saw all this, he prepared to leave. The father's affection for his son and the son's kindness for his son made him feel somewhat moved.
Immortal cultivation was heartless, but humans had emotions.
Some people cut off everything for themselves. However, they didn't know that if they cut off everything, would there be any meaning in standing at the top?
Perhaps some people would think that it was worth it, but at least he wouldn't be so heartless.
"Sir, wait a moment!"
Gu Zheng had just turned around when Li Gui's voice came from behind him. He immediately turned around and asked.
"What's wrong? Is there something else? "
"I have something here that you might be able to use."
After Li Gui finished speaking, he carelessly wiped his face and hurriedly ran back into the house as if to get something.
Gu Zheng wasn't in a hurry. He curiously stayed where he was, wanting to see what Li Gui was doing.
After a while, Li Gui walked out of the house.
Gu Zheng glanced over and saw a black Soul Stone token in the other party's hand. It was crudely made, but there was a special aura sealed within it. It looked like it was used to identify one's identity.
"This was given to me by that person at the beginning. He told me to not worry and to bring me to Soul Alliance after the matter was over. Who knew that they would be so ruthless? I'm afraid he gave it to me on purpose to reassure me." Li Gui said in a low voice. He then handed over the token and continued to speak.
"I've tried this token once. I specifically asked a few people and confirmed that there's no mistake. This is the token of an outer member of Soul Alliance. That person is a core member of Soul Alliance. I didn't tell Guan Cheng before. After all, he didn't have the time to find trouble with him. I just wanted to tell you to be careful outside. The opponent is still using our banner. Don't fall for it."
He said that he didn't tell Guan Cheng because he hadn't had the time to do so before he was released back home. Moreover, he was afraid that he would be found out, so he didn't dare to hand it over. However, seeing that Gu Zheng had come and brought him such a big gift, he wasn't afraid of dying in front of Guan Cheng, let alone this thing.
"I know. I'll pass on this message. Do your job well in the future. If something happens and I'm not around, go find the higher-ups. Don't do anything wrong." Gu Zheng took it and instructed.
The item was real, but Soul Alliance's involvement was a bit fake. He knew that without them, the teeth would be interdependent.
"I know!" Li Gui nodded heavily.
Gu Zheng didn't say anything else and turned to leave.
"Gui 'er, the immortal has left. Aren't you going to send him off?"
Hearing the footsteps, Li Gui's father quickly said, afraid of neglecting the other party.
"Senior has already disappeared. The immortal left just like that. Father, this is the pill master gave me. It can heal your body. When you're better, we'll go thank him together."
"Keep it. Just in case something happens and you need it."
"Don't worry. I'll definitely make great contributions in the future. When the time comes, there will be more opportunities. Otherwise, why would he give me a reward in advance?"
Li Gui's father was quickly convinced and swallowed the pill.
"Gui 'er, is it really you? This immortal world is so beautiful. "
After swallowing the pill, Li Gui's father quickly recovered. Even his invisible eyes returned to normal. Looking at his son in front of him and the beautiful world around him, he couldn't help but cry.
"Father … everything will be fine …"
At this point, Gu Zheng didn't continue listening. He walked outside leisurely. Before leaving, he still had to go to the patrol team. Then, he could leave without any worries.
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