Vol. 1 - Ch. 132 - Departure

Earlier, his father had instructed him to store the animal skins and other materials, likely anticipating this situation. According to Qingyu, these items should fetch a decent amount of jade coins. In addition, the family's surplus blood rice could also be sold for more funds. Although blood rice didn't have the same potent effects as Bodhi Fruit or other valuable goods sold in stores, the sheer quantity they had should ensure a good sale. … On the fifth day, many clan members gathered in the open space outside the family hall. Nearby, several two-wheeled carts stood ready. These carts, usually used for transporting goods, were light and practical, but today, they were fully loaded. Stacks of animal skins, tusks, and other materials filled some, while two entire carts were packed with blood rice. These were only a fraction of the family's total supplies. They had chosen to take only around two hundred pounds of blood rice for now, as the family wanted to test the market before committing to larger sales. At the same time, this blood rice served another purpose: a way to gauge the reaction of the four great families of Yong'an City. This mission was not without risks. After careful discussion with the clan elders, Chen Xingzhen decided to send ten people. Among them were three warriors from the Blood Coagulation Realm and six from the Body Tempering Realm. Leading the group was Chen Tianjing, a steady and experienced member of the family. The last member of the team, however, was different from the others—he was a family servant named Chen Yihu. Dressed in the clan's uniform, Chen Yihu stood confidently at the back of the group. A hint of excitement was visible on his face. Only a month ago, he had been just an ordinary man. But with the family's training techniques and the nourishment of wild beast meat, he had successfully stepped into the path of martial cultivation, becoming one of the family's warriors. Although he had only reached the initial stage of the Body Tempering Realm and, given his age, had little hope of advancing to the Blood Coagulation Realm, he was still deeply satisfied. Now, having been chosen for this trip, he felt an immense sense of honor—something that many others in the clan longed for but couldn't obtain. Seeing the curiosity and envy in the eyes of the gathered clansmen only made Chen Yihu prouder, though he remained careful not to let arrogance cloud his judgment. After all, with his newfound "position," many other servants were watching him. He couldn't afford any mistakes. "Is everyone ready?" Chen Xingzhen surveyed the group, noting the eagerness and determination on their faces. Initially, he had wanted to send even more people, just in case any accidents occurred. He had even considered letting Chen Qingyu, a powerful Innate Realm warrior, accompany them. However, after discussing with his father, he decided against it. This was a business trip, not a battle. Moreover, with the Divine Tree’s manifestation and the Summoning Light Screen in place, they could send reinforcements quickly if necessary. That reassurance had convinced him to hold back. Not to mention, an Innate Realm warrior entering Yong’an City would only draw unnecessary attention. "Patriarch, everything is ready." Chen Tianjing spoke solemnly, his expression serious. As the leader of the group, the responsibility on his shoulders was heavy. Though he was experienced and cautious, he had never left Chaotic Burial Mountain before. He had only ever seen the outside world through the clan’s light screen—actually stepping into it was an entirely different matter. Sёarᴄh the ηovelFire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Sensing the tension in him, Chen Xingzhen smiled and said, "Tianjing, this trip is just to expand the family's opportunities and understand the situation in the city. If things don’t go as planned, just make sure everyone returns safely. That is the priority." "I understand," Chen Tianjing nodded. "Good. The road ahead is long and difficult. You should set off now." After checking the supplies and ensuring everyone had enough provisions, the ten-member group pushed their carts forward and departed in an orderly manner. Behind them, many younger clansmen watched with admiration. They longed to see the bustling Yong’an City that Chen Qingyu had spoken of, but they knew this trip was of great importance—it was no sightseeing tour. However, according to the elders, if this journey went smoothly, others would get the opportunity to visit the city in the future. That hope filled them with excitement as they silently prayed to the Divine Tree for a safe journey. After watching the departing group disappear into the distance, Chen Xingzhen finally looked away. As he glanced around at the gathered clansmen, a sudden realization struck him. His expression changed, and he quickly scanned the crowd again, searching for two familiar figures. But no matter how many times he looked, they were nowhere to be found. His heart sank. "Those two brats!" … “Qinghe, are we really doing this? What if the patriarch and my parents find out?” On a narrow forest path, recently cleared for travel, two figures moved cautiously, carrying travel packs on their backs. Chen Qinghe led the way, while behind him, Chen Qingmeng hesitated, concern written all over his face. Sneaking around inside the family estate was one thing. But this time, they had actually left its boundaries. If his parents found out… even with his father’s usual good temper, a beating was almost guaranteed. Qinghe, however, seemed unfazed. "Don’t worry, Qingmeng. It’s not far. Think of this as a chance to broaden our horizons. Don’t you want to see Yong’an City? "And besides, my father and the others are just ahead of us. If anything happens, we can just catch up with them. If there's punishment, I'll take it all!" Hearing that, Chen Qingmeng shook his head. "No way. I’ll take my share too!" Qinghe grinned. "Alright, brother, it’s a deal!" Pushing aside their worries, the two stopped overthinking and continued following the clan’s caravan from a safe distance. Though it was a bold move, Chen Qinghe had a plan. The outside world wasn't as safe as Chaotic Burial Mountain, but in his dreams, he had already learned a lot from his grandfather. He had prepared well for this trip—there wouldn't be any problems. Besides, he had deliberately kept some distance from the main group to avoid getting caught, while also staying close enough in case of danger. … Back at the clan estate, a messenger rushed into the hall. "Patriarch! The Spirit-Tailed Chicken that went missing a few months ago has returned!" Chen Xingzhen blinked in surprise. He had nearly forgotten about the bird. Months ago, one of the Spirit-Tailed Chickens raised in the clan had gone missing. He hadn't paid it much attention at the time, assuming it had been eaten by a wild beast. But now, it had returned? This particular chicken had once been blessed by the Divine Tree—something about it was unusual. After a moment of thought, Chen Xingzhen said, "Let it roam freely for now. There's no need to interfere." "Understood, Patriarch." Inside the ancestral hall, Ji Yang watched as the Spirit-Tailed Chicken strutted confidently around the clan grounds. It had changed. Compared to before, it was almost twice its original size, though it looked a little thinner—perhaps it hadn’t fared too well outside. That was likely why it had returned. Now, however, the bird seemed in high spirits. 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