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In just a moment.
Mark Gu and Christopher Tong remembered!
The man in the green robe before them was the very cultivator they had encountered at the Immortal Tomb a few nights ago!
What was he doing in Moyu Town? Mark Gu recalled the terrifying power from earlier and nervously looked at Ambrose Lu, trying to steady his voice as he asked, “Daoist Friend, earlier in the sky, we were… and then…”
“Yes, it was me,” Ambrose replied calmly.
Hiss!!
Mark Gu and Christopher Tong gasped, their eyes filled with fear.
The next moment, Mark Gu pulled Christopher Tong and bowed before Ambrose Lu.
“Se-Senior, may I boldly ask what you seek from us?”
At this moment, Mark Gu’s mind was in a daze, thinking about Ambrose Lu’s face, trying to recall anything.
Never heard of him, absolutely never heard of him. At least not in the Eastern Region. When did such a powerful cultivator appear in the Spirit Dust Cultivation Realm?
Could he be a reclusive old monster?
“Sit, have a drink,” Ambrose said softly.
“Yes, it is an honor for me,” Mark Gu replied, not daring to refuse, knowing that their lives were in Ambrose’s hands.
Christopher Tong stood respectfully to the side, head bowed in silence, feeling bitter inside.
Just coming to this mundane world, and they were so unlucky to encounter a powerful cultivator that even their Master couldn’t resist…
Besides the Sect Master, Christopher had never seen his Master treat anyone with such respect. This man in green was the second.
“Senior, let me pour you a drink,” Mark Gu said, trying to stay calm as he picked up the wine jug to pour for Ambrose, though his trembling hands betrayed his unease.
Ambrose looked at his trembling hands and smiled, “Don’t be afraid, I won’t harm you.”
But this gentle smile only made Mark Gu feel even colder inside.
“That night, I didn’t intend to interact with you, but since we met again today, it must be fate,” Ambrose said, taking a sip of wine.
Mark Gu forced a laugh, “Senior, you are absolutely right.”
Christopher Tong couldn’t help but chuckle. He had never seen his Master like this, not even in front of the Sect Master. Now, he seemed almost fawning.
Ambrose nodded and said, “I have some questions for you. I hope you can answer them.”
Mark Gu quickly waved his hand, “Senior, you flatter me. Please ask anything, and I will tell you everything I know!”
Ambrose tapped his fingers rhythmically on the table, his face expressionless, “Tell me about the Spirit Dust Realm and the Immortal Tomb.”
Hearing this, Christopher Tong’s body trembled, and Mark Gu’s expression also showed a hint of surprise and confusion. But thinking that the person before them might be a reclusive old monster, he didn’t dwell on it.
Ignoring any other details or logical inconsistencies, he quickly said, “Senior, I will tell you everything!”
Then, Ambrose listened intently to Mark Gu’s explanation, occasionally nodding lightly.
Meanwhile,
In the outer courtyard of the Town Master’s Mansion.
The Li Shui King sat on a chair, surrounded by officials and guards.
Since the mansion couldn’t accommodate so many people, they decided to hold the meeting in the outer courtyard under the scorching sun.
Of course, the Li Shui King had someone holding a parasol for him.
“How is the deployment outside Moyu Town going?” the Li Shui King asked casually.
“Your Majesty, the deployment is in full swing. With the army’s experience, the citizens’ settlement should be completed by tonight,” a middle-aged official replied respectfully.
“Good, also make sure to dig latrines and other facilities. Let the citizens eat their own provisions tonight, and the army’s cooks will prepare meals tomorrow,” the Li Shui King continued, “And keep a constant watch on the surroundings!”
“Your Majesty is wise,” the middle-aged official bowed.
The other officials also bowed quickly.
“Alright, you may go and oversee it personally,” the Li Shui King waved at the middle-aged official.
“Rest assured, Your Majesty, I will take my leave.”
After the middle-aged official left, the Li Shui King turned his gaze to Andrew Chen, who stood somewhat nervously to the side, and smiled kindly, “I have never been to Moyu Town before. This time, I am pleasantly surprised by its beauty and how well you have managed it!”
Andrew Chen quickly stepped forward under the gaze of the officials, knelt down, and said respectfully, “Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I am deeply honored.”
The Li Shui King’s eyes flashed, and he smiled, “What is your name, and how long have you been serving in Moyu Town?”
Andrew Chen replied respectfully, “My name is Andrew Chen. I have been serving in Moyu Town for over five years.”
Andrew Chen was still a bit nervous, as he had never met the highest authority of the Li Shui Empire before!
But having dealt with someone like Ambrose, he found facing a mundane emperor not as daunting.
In the past, as a mere Town Master, he might have been scared out of his wits upon seeing the King.
The Li Shui King looked at the composed Andrew Chen with appreciation, “You, a Town Master, are so composed before me. I have always been a good judge of character. You are quite capable and can be entrusted with important tasks.”
Andrew Chen didn’t know what to say, having never dealt with the King before, so he awkwardly said, “Your Majesty overpraises me. I am deeply honored.”
“Haha,” the Li Shui King laughed and probed, “Recently, the eastern part of the empire has been troubled by demons, causing heavy losses in all towns. Only your Moyu Town had just sixty-seven casualties.”
Andrew Chen’s heart skipped a beat, and he replied respectfully, “Your Majesty, I do not know why either. I guessed it might be related to Moyu Town’s location, being closer to the legendary Immortal Tomb than other towns.”
This was the explanation he and the butler had agreed upon, as it seemed the most reasonable.
Knowing Ambrose’s reclusive nature, they understood he wouldn’t want too much interaction with the King and officials.
“Excellent! I didn’t expect you to be so astute! You thought the same as I did!” Caleb Dong suddenly stood up, looking at Andrew Chen with excitement.
He felt he had found a kindred spirit!
“Ahem,” the Li Shui King glanced at him and coughed lightly.
Caleb Dong trembled, remembering the occasion, and quickly bowed, “Forgive me, Your Majesty, I got carried away.”
The Li Shui King waved him off, not blaming him, as the old man had indeed been helpful earlier.
Andrew Chen finally understood why the Li Shui King had brought the citizens to settle around Moyu Town. It seemed they also believed…
It turned out the reason he and the butler had concocted matched their thoughts!
That’s good, that’s good…
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