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In the military, orders are absolute; what the general says is law! Even if it means going to death, one cannot question it—one simply dies.
"You must have many questions in your mind, right?" The man slowly raised his gaze to the starry sky, his eyes exceptionally deep.
"The Night General must have his own plans for doing this. I am just a subordinate, so I will naturally follow," Liu Qiankun said calmly, embodying the steadfastness of a soldier.
A hint of appreciation flashed across Night Star's face as he reached out and patted Liu Qiankun's shoulder, coldly saying, "Thank you for trusting me; you will definitely not regret it."
"Hahaha." Liu Qiankun laughed heartily, his face full of a cheerful smile. "Night General, can we not trust each other?"
Night Star nodded slowly without speaking further, silently finishing the rations in his hand.
After resting for a moment, the army continued to march forward. After several dozen days, they finally approached the border, while Night Star had long since left the army without anyone noticing.
The soldiers within the army did not sense anything unusual and continued to march orderly under Liu Qiankun's leadership.
Meanwhile, Night Star hurriedly led a small team towards the address on the note: Tongfu Inn in Bronze City.
Moving swiftly, he had no time to appreciate the scenery along the way. In just three or four hours, he was already inside Bronze City.
His subordinates scattered around him, hiding among the crowd to ensure his safety.
Although Bronze City was close to the border, it was exceptionally lively. The people walking on the streets were mostly from the Heavenly Universe Kingdom, with half being foreigners; yet they coexisted harmoniously.
The bustling market area was packed with people as if it had not been affected by the border conflict at all and remained incredibly vibrant.
Upon entering Tongfu Inn, a waiter greeted him with a warm smile. "Sir, are you here for a meal or looking for a room?"
"Check in." His eyes carefully surveyed the situation inside the inn, which was bustling and somewhat noisy; this inn was doing quite well.
"Alright!" The young attendant responded cheerfully and led him forward, saying, "I can tell from your voice that you're not a local. Are you here for business?"
Nodding slightly, he remained silent, his gaze continuously scanning the surroundings.
Ignoring the man's aloofness, the attendant continued, "I knew I was right! Don't worry, sir, I'll make sure your room is comfortable! You'll feel right at home!"
Night Star was slightly drawn to the person in front of him at this moment, his brows furrowing as he found the attendant somewhat chatty.
The attendant led Night Star to the back, and although Tongfu Inn didn't seem very large from the outside, once inside, it revealed a spacious area that was quite surprising.
"Sir, just walk to the left; this is your guest room."
The main gate of the small courtyard faced north, with small rooms lined up to the south. Unlike the cramped guest rooms in inns in the capital, these appeared quite spacious and pleasing to the eye.
The lobby was crowded with people, but the back courtyard was very quiet, contrasting sharply with the earlier noise.
As they entered, what greeted them was a clean and tidy room. Although it wasn't as luxurious as those in the capital, it excelled in simplicity and tranquility.
"Sir, are you satisfied with your room?"
Surveying his surroundings, Night Star silently nodded in response.
"Great! Do you have any other requests? If you do, just let me know; I will do my best to assist you!"
Facing such an enthusiastic young attendant, Night Star's expression remained as cold as ice. "You can leave now; I will call for you if needed."
He sat down by the door and poured himself a cup of water.
Without being affected by his emotions, the waiter smiled as if it were etched on his face, nodding cheerfully as he exited the room.
The tea in the cup remained untouched. The moment the child left, he opened another window, leaping onto the roof to carefully observe the layout of the inn.
The note only provided him with an address and no further information. Having arrived here, he could only rely on himself to search. Fortunately, the number of people on the other side was considerable, and since they were from outside regions, their objectives were naturally clearer than others.
The back courtyard of this inn was larger than he had imagined. From the rooftop, all the scenery lay vividly beneath his eyes. The companions who had followed him had already quietly infiltrated every corner of the inn, helping him monitor any movements within.
After a brief moment of contemplation, he returned to the room and finished the tea that had not yet cooled.
After thinking for a while, he decided to return to the front hall; after all, it was bustling with people, and he might encounter someone he wanted to meet.
The front hall was incredibly lively. After wandering around for a bit, Night Star settled in an inconspicuous corner where he could see the entire situation in the hall well, while few noticed this corner.
He ordered a cup of Imperial Longjing tea. The man in black slowly savored his drink while his deep-set eyes remained fixed on observing every movement of those in the inn.
At that moment, a group of four dressed in ordinary clothes appeared before him and quickly caught his attention.
All four carried swords and knives. Their cautious conversation and demeanor indicated that they were certainly up to something.
However, this alone was not enough to draw Night Star's attention; it was the jade pendant worn by one of them!
Its luster was brilliant and definitely not produced by the Heavenly Universe Kingdom. Such clarity and brilliance were typically found only overseas. Moreover, the pendant was shaped like two fish with their tails intertwined—something that only people from Penglai would carve onto such precious jade.
This was because Penglai was coastal, and many people relied on fishing for their livelihood. Their citizens revered fish as deities, and the royal family held grand sacrifices every year; it had become part of their lives.
His eyes darkened slightly; even his tea-drinking slowed down considerably. His cold gaze remained fixed on them, concentrating all his attention on their group.
The table of people seemed to sense something and suddenly looked in his direction. Night Star did not shy away; his cold eyes met theirs directly.
Suddenly, Night Star's lips curled into a faint smile as he raised the teacup in his hand and nodded slightly in acknowledgment.
The man wearing the jade pendant had not expected such a response. Although his expression was somewhat stiff, he still managed to raise the Wine Bowl in his hand and greeted him.
After that, Night Star shifted his gaze away. He knew it was not the right time; the fish had not yet taken the bait, so how could he act too hastily?
At the same time, he signaled to the Shadow Guard standing not far away to keep an eye on these four individuals. They were exactly the people he needed to find!
The four placed their silver on the table and hurriedly made their way to the backyard.
Night Star was not in a hurry; after all, he had already found them. What was there to fear about them suddenly running away?
He leisurely finished the pot of Longjing tea, appearing exceptionally relaxed, as if he were the only one in this inn.
Meanwhile, the four who returned to their guest room felt a tightness in their hearts.
"Young Master, should we report this? I have a feeling that man does not come with good intentions," one of them seemed quite worried.
The man referred to as Young Master, Jiang Wei, wore a contemplative expression, his hands clasped behind his back, with a look of deep thought in his eyes.
"Young Master? Should we say something? If that man truly means harm and we are unprepared, wouldn't that be difficult to handle?"
Jiang Wei remained silent for a moment. Before he could respond, the door was pushed open from the outside by an elderly man who entered slowly. Seeing the tense expressions of those in the room, he looked puzzled and said in a deep voice, "What are you all doing?"
Before anyone else could speak, Jiang Wei quickly replied, "It's nothing, He Taishi. Has there been any progress?"
Jiang Wei had come out this time mainly to find someone but also to gain experience. He always believed that only by truly honing himself could he achieve something in Penglai in the future!
Shaking his head slightly, the old man sat down and poured himself a cup of tea. He said solemnly, "There hasn't been a single piece of news. It seems that all leads have gone cold upon arriving here. We know too little and cannot find anyone related to that matter."
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone fell silent, and the atmosphere in the room became considerably heavier, with all heads bowed.
They had traveled a long way from Penglai to here, just to search for a woman whose whereabouts were long unknown.
They didn't even know her name; everyone was searching in the Heavenly Universe Kingdom like headless flies. They wouldn't let go of even the slightest clue!
"Master He, could it be that our previous information was incorrect and she isn't even in the Heavenly Universe Kingdom?" Jiang Wei tentatively voiced his doubts.
He received a negative response from the elder, who shook his head. His grip on the cup tightened, but he did not take a sip. His gaze was somewhat deep. "The Heavenly Universe Kingdom is so vast; we have only searched a few towns. We must find her this time! Otherwise, how can I face His Majesty and you?"
Even if he gave up, Jiang Wei would not give up. If this search was initiated by him, it was more accurate to say it was Jiang Wei's encouragement. By the end of his statement, his expression became somewhat agitated, as if he had thought of something that stirred deep emotions within him.
Seeing this, Jiang Wei chose not to say more.
However, the atmosphere in the room could not remain so heavy for long. He quickly shifted the topic. "You all have been out for a day and must be tired. Why don't we have someone bring out the food? Once we are full and satisfied, we can consider the search again. This matter cannot be resolved in one go; it requires careful planning."
The elder nodded slowly. As night fell and it approached midnight, the bustling inn finally quieted down. The evening breeze felt much cooler than during the day.
The gentle night wind caressed the candlelight in the room, causing it to flicker. Yet, Jiang Wei lay awake in bed, staring at the windowsill. For some reason, the deep-set eyes of the man he had encountered earlier that day kept appearing in his mind, like an indelible imprint that he could not shake off.
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