novelhk Chapter 236 - 235: Returning to the Astral Express
Chapter 236 - 235: Returning to the Astral Express
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"Has something happened to him...? Cloudford is indeed very dangerous," Sushang murmured.
Unwilling to accept this possibility, Banxia replied, "No...no way. Liang Mu must still be here; we just haven't found him yet. He's always been clever; surely he's hidden himself well."
Although Big Pillow Li appeared somewhat naive...
Still, he understood that it wasn't the right moment to shatter Banxia's hopeful illusion.
So, Sushang shifted the topic. "Um...why does Liang Mu need to avoid the Ten-Lords Commission?"
"Because he's an Elixir Seeker," Banxia explained.
These details were written in the notes Liang Mu had left behind. Unfortunately, Sushang's literacy was limited, and she struggled to comprehend many words. She also didn't feel inclined to delve deeper into them.
As for what Elixir Seekers were, neither Stelle, Bochang, nor March 7th had much clarity on the matter.
If Welt Yang were here, he would undoubtedly provide answers.
Unfortunately, Uncle Yang was not around.
Luckily, they did have the genius mahjong girl from the Divination Commission with them.
"Elixir Seekers," Qingque explained, "are those who pray to the Plagues Author for eternal life. Long ago...the people of Xianzhou themselves were considered Elixir Seekers. Nowadays...Elixir Seekers are deeply disfavored within Xianzhou."
"Upon discovery, they're typically expelled immediately. That's likely why Liang Mu is hiding at Cloudford." The mahjong prodigy spoke confidently.
Sushang nodded thoughtfully. "I see, so if I understand correctly...as a new cloud knight, shouldn't I apprehend him?"
"Yes, but first we need to find him and treat his illness..." Qingque extended her hand.
After all, Bailu had already agreed to help Banxia with his ailment.
Bochang interjected, "Let's focus less on chatting. Another rift creature has appeared up ahead. If you two don't engage, leave it to me."
"Leave it to this maiden!" March 7th swiftly drew her bow and fired an arrow towards the Digital Leaf Weaver.
This single shot proved unsuccessful.
However, March 7th didn't stop at one arrow; four or five more swiftly followed, instantly dispatching the creature.
Sushang clapped and exclaimed, "Impressive!"
"It's just average," March 7th replied with a modest smile.
After
"Count me in as well; it'd be nice to take a seat on the Astral Express," Qingque stepped closer to Bochang.
March 7th, holding Stelle's hand, suggested, "We'll stay with Sushang, fight some monsters nearby, and also deliver Banxia to the Cloud Knights."
As a member of the Disciples of Sanctus Medicus,
Banxia was undoubtedly headed for imprisonment next.
Bailu's assistance had merely been out of kindness.
After a brief exchange, Bochang's group split into two parties.
March 7th, Stelle, Sushang, and Banxia went one way.
Bochang, Bailu, and Qingque took the other route.
Not long after walking, Bochang arrived at the Astral Express.
With a shout, the train doors slowly opened.
Pom-Pom stood by the entrance, greeting them, "Passenger Bochang, welcome back! How was your time outside?"
"Not bad," Bochang replied casually.
Bochang responded casually.
Pom-Pom's gaze shifted to Bailu and Qingque.
"These two are..."
"They're friends I met on Xianzhou Luofu. This is Bailu from the Alchemy Commission, and this is Qingque from the Divination Commission. During my time there, they took great care of me," Bochang introduced them with a wave of his hand.
Seeing the standing lop-eared rabbit, Bailu looked astonished.
"Pom-Pom, is this the conductor? How adorable it looks!"
"It seems like a giant stuffed toy." Qingque stared at Pom-Pom intently.
Unfazed by their reactions, Pom-Pom glanced briefly at Qingque and Bailu before turning his attention back to Bochang.
"Himeko has been waiting for you quite some time."
"I'll go see her right away," Bochang replied.
With that...
Bochang stepped onto the Astral Express first, followed closely by Qingque and Bailu, who curiously observed everything around them.
From the outside alone, the Astral Express appeared relatively small. However, once inside, the available space seemed to expand exponentially. The train itself utilized spatial folding technology, resulting in a vast discrepancy between its external size and internal capacity.
Himeko was seated in the main hall of the train, holding a cup of hot coffee while reading the newspaper leisurely.
Even from a distance, Bochang could sense her powerful aura.
"How remarkable... She drinks that intense coffee without batting an eyelid..."