In the evening, Shi Jiu finally arrived at Blackwater City.
After entering the city gate, he was moved by the bustling scene on the street.
Originally, Shi Jiu thought that this later-built city would be populated by people who came here to hunt for treasures, and that there would not be too many local residents. Most of them made a living by serving those who came to hunt for treasures. However, in fact, there were all kinds of people coming and going on the streets. Likewise, there are businesses from all walks of life, and various buildings line up on both sides of the street, creating a bustling scene.
Shi Jiu came to a restaurant, ordered some dishes, and ate slowly.
"Have you heard? It seems that the group of robbers that Tonglin Palace is looking for has been caught. Many people have gone to watch." Someone at the next table commented.
"Of course I know. I just came back from there, so I know best." Someone said with a little smug smile.
"Oh? So what's going on now? Have the bandits been killed?" Someone immediately asked eagerly.
"Is this coming? The elders of Tonglin Palace are escorting the bandits towards the ruins of Blackwater City."
"Huh? What is going on? Does Tong Lindian want to execute the bandits there?" Someone expressed doubts and did not understand Tong Lindian's intention.
"Do we need to go to the ruins of Heishui City to execute the bandits? Can't we just kill them on the spot? I think the bandits probably discovered some secret room or treasure in the ruins of Heishui City, and then the people in Tonglin Palace knew about it. Now, they are escorting the bandits to the ruins of Blackwater City to find what they want." Someone immediately retorted.
"Okay, stop guessing. I heard about the news. The group of bandits robbed a team of Tonglin Palace in the Elegy Forest and took away a treasure. This caused Tonglin Palace to be everywhere. They are wanted. Now Tonglin Palace received the news and captured the group of bandits in a dense forest in the northwest this afternoon, and then wanted to force the bandit leader to hand over the treasure that the other party had stolen. However, the bandit leader was not stupid and took the treasure in advance. He hid and is now leading everyone in Tonglin Hall there." The proud man explained.
"So that's it. Wait, did the bandit leader hide the treasure in the ruins of Blackwater City?" At this time, someone reacted.
"That's probably the case, so many treasure hunters are following them, wanting to get a piece of the pie."
"No wonder. I have seen many people who have been hunting for treasures here all year round go to the Blackwater City ruins. It turns out that this is the reason." Someone suddenly realized.
"Hmph! Do those guys really think they can get something out of it? Don't forget Tonglin Palace, they won't let anyone cut them off, and many people may die."
"Yes, I think so too."
"I think there is another possibility. Could it be that the bandit deliberately took the people from Tonglin Palace to the ruins? After all, there are many mazes there, and it is easy to get lost in a hurry. Maybe the bandit leader wanted to take this opportunity to escape from Tonglin Palace. Hunting?" Someone came up with another guess.
"Well, we can't rule out this possibility, but the elders of Tonglin Palace should have thought of it a long time ago, and they will definitely not let this happen, right?"
"That's right. No matter what, we will know the result tomorrow. For now, let's continue drinking."
"You're right, let's get on with it."
Then, the sound of clinking glasses sounded again from the next table.
"Tonglin Palace, bandits?...The treasures robbed...the ruins of Blackwater City." Shi Jiu put down the wine glass in his hand, recalling the conversation he just heard at the next table.
"Tong Lindian was robbed of a treasure by a group of bandits in the Elegy Forest, and now the other party has caught the group of bandits and is now heading to the ruins of Blackwater City to get back the treasure." Shi Jiu was a little surprised. The bandits who tried to rob Tonglin Palace were really brave enough. After all, Tonglin Palace was one of the top sects in the surrounding counties, and ordinary people really couldn't do such a thing.
And now that they have been caught, they will probably regret their previous actions to death.
Soon, Shi Jiu ate some hastily, then left the restaurant and headed straight for the ruins of Blackwater City.
When Shi Jiu came to Blackwater City this time, he originally came for the ruins of Blackwater City. Now that he heard that there was a lot of excitement happening there, he just took this opportunity to go there. He didn't know what he would gain.
Just when Shi Jiu was heading to the ruins of Heishui City, the round-faced man had already led everyone from Tonglin Hall to the ruins.
"Zhao Dafa, where is the treasure?" the third elder asked impatiently.
Along the way, the round-faced man just walked forward without saying a word, which made the anxious third elder of Tonglin Palace a little irritated.
"Second Elder, Third Elder, I think Zhao Dafa is deliberately stalling for time. Maybe the thing is on him. Why don't we go directly..." Ren Tianye, who was next to the second elder, didn't believe what the round-faced man said at all, thinking that the thing was there. on the other party.
"Boy, it's okay to kill me, but you'll never find that thing again!" Zhao Dafa turned around and threatened.
"Amano, don't worry. If he can't get it out when we get there, it won't be too late for us to kill him and search him. Could he still be able to escape under our noses?" the second elder said calmly.
Although the opponent is strong, he is only one person, and they and the third elder can take down the opponent alone, so they are not worried about the opponent being able to escape, and the biggest purpose of their trip is to get back that thing, and the others You can put it all away.
"Zhao Dafa, did you hide that thing in the ruins of Blackwater City?" the second elder asked.
"Nonsense, otherwise why would I bring you here? Treasure hunting? All the treasures here have been dug up long ago." Zhao Dafa said sarcastically.
"Watch your words. If you dare to be disrespectful to us again, I will kill your men first." Ren Tianye couldn't stand the other party's arrogance and threatened.
"Then don't keep threatening me with my companions. If I get really desperate, I'll just wipe my neck and you won't get anything!"
"That's enough! Zhao Dafa, hurry up and lead the way. As long as you can find that thing, we will let you live." The second elder said at last.
"You two elders still understand the truth. Don't worry, I will give the things to you." After saying that, Zhao Dafa led the people behind him to the entrance of an underground palace in the ruins.
"Did you hide things in the black water maze?" Ren Tianye asked again.
"Yes, why don't you dare to go down?" Zhao Dafa asked.
"People go here every day to hunt for treasures. How dare you hide that thing here? Are you lying to us?" Ren Tianye became increasingly disbelieving in the other party's words.
"What do you know? The more dangerous a place is, the safer it is." Zhao Dafa ignored Ren Tianye and turned to look at the second elder of Tonglin Palace. "Second elder, are you going to follow me?"
The second elder did not answer immediately. After whispering to the third elder beside him, he said, "Lead the way, and we will follow you down."
"Then let's go." After saying that, Zhao Dafa was the first to walk into the entrance of the underground palace, followed by the second elder of Tonglin Palace, Ren Tianye and others.
However, just in case, the third elder and a few disciples were left to guard the entrance of the underground palace. Firstly, to prevent the other party from cheating and taking this opportunity to escape, and secondly, to prevent the treasure hunters behind them who wanted to fish in troubled waters from going to the underground palace.
Sure enough, a minute later, after seeing the second elder of Tonglin Hall and others entering the underground palace, those who followed also wanted to enter the underground palace, but were immediately blocked by the third elder of Tonglin Hall and the disciples.
"Why don't you let us go down? This underground palace is not opened by your Tonglin Palace. Why!" Seeing that the way was blocked, someone in the crowd immediately protested.
"What nonsense are you talking about! When they come out, I will let you go. Now all of you, please stay quiet." The third elder scolded everyone, with an extremely impatient expression on his face.
"No, we have to go down now. If we go too late, what will happen if the baby is robbed by others?"
"That's right, let us go down immediately, otherwise we will publicize that Tonglin Palace is bullying others and ruin your reputation!" Everyone was unwilling to accept it and protested one after another.
"boom!"
The third elder of Tonglin Temple, who had a hot temper, broke a big knife with both hands and threw it to everyone, causing everyone to retreat in fright.
"Whoever dares to murmur in front of me again will be punished by this sword! And if I hear anyone slandering us behind my back, Tonglin Palace, I will beat him in two!"
After a vicious reprimand, those who still wanted to provoke immediately shut up and had to retreat not far away, but no one left because they wanted to see the consequences.
In the underground palace, Zhao Dafa led everyone in Tonglin Palace through the dark alleys.
This is an underground palace built by Blackwater Palace back then. It was mainly used to store some items and provide a place for some disciples to rest. However, it was completely destroyed by the enemy during the battle that exterminated the sect.
The ground part is full of broken tiles and has become a relic. The underground part is okay, the damage is not too serious, and it still has its original appearance.
Over the past thousands of years, people have been coming here to explore and hunt for treasures. This underground palace has been basically cleared, but the winding paths can sometimes be confusing.
Zhao Dafa led the way, followed by the people from Tonglin Palace. In the middle of the Tonglin Palace team were Zhao Dafa's men who had their hands trapped. Each of these people lowered their heads and looked downcast.
Zhao Dafa looked back at his companions and muttered in his heart: "I have no choice but to leave you behind. Maybe the other party won't kill you because of this, and maybe you will be rescued."
"Zhao Dafa, how long does it take to arrive? Also, I advise you not to be petty, otherwise don't blame me for being rude!" The threatening words of the second elder of Tonglin Palace came from behind.
"Don't worry, we're all here, what else can I do? The only exit has been blocked by your people. I can't escape even if I want to!" Zhao Dafa said angrily.
"It's good to know. Then hurry up and don't wear away my patience completely. You know the consequences!" The second elder of Tonglin Palace warned again.
"I know, keep up, we're almost there."
Zhao Dafa no longer turned to look at the people behind him, but quickened his pace and walked quickly through the dark path.
"Amano, you and I should follow closely, and others should keep an eye on these bandits." The second elder ordered.
"Yes, Second Elder."
Subsequently, the second elder and Ren Tianye also quickened their pace, following closely behind Zhao Dafa.
Aware of the pace following behind him, Zhao Dafa secretly swore in his heart: "I will make you regret coming here later. I, Zhao Dafa, am not so easy to bully. Just wait and see."
