#1019 - Fangcun Mountain

Half a month later, in the Central Plains, Mount Fangcun.

Located at the junction of three kingdoms, this "highest mountain in the world" stood like a tower reaching the heavens in the heart of the Central Plains, making it difficult to determine which dynasty held jurisdiction.

There were many legends about Mount Fangcun, but most of them could not be verified. As they were passed down, they were gradually forgotten, except for a poem of unknown origin: "Enter the square inch within Mount Fangcun, return, oh return."

This poem seemed to contain both the profoundness of Taoism and the wisdom of Buddhism. In short, it was full of philosophical meaning, and countless people had interpreted it countless times over the millennia, yet no one had given a perfect explanation.

But regardless, this reflected the uniqueness of Mount Fangcun.

Normally, such a well-known mountain should have been the best location for establishing a sect.

If anyone could build a mountain gate here, it would be as impressive as building an office building in Lujiazui in a previous life.

But the reality was that no sect had ever established itself on Mount Fangcun for thousands of years.

The reason for this was difficult to explain clearly.

However, it was likely due to the fear of "attracting wind with a tall tree."

In any case, Mount Fangcun had maintained its tranquility for thousands of years. Although many people came here every day to see the magnificent scenery of the "highest mountain in the world", there was nothing more worth mentioning.

However, as if it were destined, history would eventually give this mountain a story worth telling for thousands of years.

The story was about to unfold in three days.

"Sir, please rest. Just let me know if you need anything."

"Oh, right, I don't know what's been going on these past few days, but the city has been a bit turbulent. If you don't have anything urgent, it's best to stay indoors."

"Okay, I understand. Thank you for the reminder."

"No problem, no problem. I'll be going now."

"..."

With a "creak", a door on the second floor of the inn gently closed. The waiter turned and went downstairs with a happy expression, carrying a small piece of silver that he didn't have before.

Wei Changtian stood inside the door for a while, then walked to the window and looked out a few times before closing the wooden window and looking at Xu Sui Sui, who was sitting at the table.

After rushing, the two finally arrived three days early in the county town closest to Mount Fangcun, only fifty miles away in a straight line.

"You should rest for a while. I'll go get some food and bring it back later. Try not to go out these next two days."

Wei Changtian glanced at the tired-looking Xu Sui Sui and analyzed in a low voice, "Since the waiter said the city has been turbulent recently, it means that Chu Xianping and Qin Zhengqiu have most likely already arrived here with their men."

"If we're discovered, we might have to run before we even get to the mountain."

"Tomorrow, I'll go out and scout the situation first. If there's no major problem, we'll sneak up the mountain the day after tomorrow."

As he spoke, Wei Changtian checked the furnishings in the room, being very cautious.

Xu Sui Sui listened silently, nodding occasionally, her expression very serious.

In fact, the two had already discussed the general plan on the way here.

That was to use the Avoidance Talisman to sneak into the mountain, find a place to hide, and observe the situation in secret.

If nothing unexpected happened, Chu Xianping and Qin Zhengqiu would inevitably fight each other.

There might also be other forces involved, such as Kui Long.

In short, if there really was some kind of anomaly on Mount Fangcun on the second day of the second month, a chaotic battle would inevitably break out.

And no matter who won in the end, they would definitely pay a heavy price for it.

At that time, Wei Changtian would jump out unexpectedly and take their life while they were weak.

"Why don't you go to bed and sleep for a while?"

Seeing Xu Sui Sui's face, Wei Changtian pointed to the wooden bed, "You should try to rest as much as possible these next two days. You'll have your work cut out for you the day after tomorrow."

"Mm."

Nodding gently, Xu Sui Sui had been traveling for more than half a month and looked like she was really reaching her limit.

She got up and walked to the bed, lying down on her side with her clothes on, but she didn't close her eyes, instead looking at Wei Changtian, who was sitting at the table.

After looking for a while, she suddenly called out softly:

"Wei Changtian."

"Mm?"

Wei Changtian turned to look at her, "What's wrong?"

"Nothing."

Xu Sui Sui smiled, "I'm just telling you, I'm going to sleep."

"You're crazy."

Wei Changtian rolled his eyes at her, "If you want to sleep, just sleep. Why are you telling me?"

"Hmph, dead straight man."

She cursed softly, but Xu Sui Sui's expression relaxed a lot, as if bickering with Wei Changtian had the effect of "calming the mind."

Before Wei Changtian could say anything, she contentedly pulled up the quilt, closed her eyes, and went to sleep.

Wei Changtian looked at her strangely for a while, then gently pushed the door and walked out of the room.

More than half a day later, Wei Changtian returned to the room with a few food boxes. It was already getting dark.

Xu Sui Sui was still sleeping, probably not having woken up all afternoon.

"Get up and eat."

He called out, lit the candle, and took the food out of the food box, urging, "Eat and then sleep."

"Oh."

Sitting up groggily, Xu Sui Sui rubbed her eyes, looking like she had recovered a lot.

"Did you find out anything?"

"Mm, a lot of outsiders have come to the city recently."

Wei Changtian casually replied, "I heard that some are living in the north of the city, and some are living in the south of the city, and they rarely go out."

"Is it Chu Xianping and Qin Zhengqiu?"

Xu Sui Sui walked to the table and sat down, "If so, why don't they enter the mountain in advance?"

"How would I know?"

Wei Changtian thought for a while and explained, "But it may be because they are not sure whether the Celestial Ascension secret is real or not."

"Once they enter the mountain, conflicts will inevitably break out. If they find out it's fake, wouldn't they have fought for nothing?"

"So I guess they all want to wait until the second day of the second month to see what happens."

"Mm, that makes sense."

As she spoke, Xu Sui Sui untied a black ribbon from her wrist and tied her hair up in a few simple moves.

After tying her hair, she picked up the rice bowl and started eating. After taking a few bites, she noticed that Wei Changtian seemed to be looking at her.

"What are you looking at?"

"Oh, nothing."

Wei Changtian shook his head, "I just suddenly realized that I haven't seen anyone tie a ponytail in a long time."

"Now that you mention it, it's true."

Xu Sui Sui bit her chopsticks and analyzed, "There aren't even any women with their hair down. It seems like women have to put their hair up as soon as they go out."

"Mm, eat your food."

Nodding, Wei Changtian didn't continue on this topic, picked up his chopsticks, and grabbed a piece of roast chicken.

But just before the roast chicken entered his mouth, he glanced at Xu Sui Sui's hairstyle one last time and muttered in a low voice.

"Pigtails would be better."

Xu Sui Sui: "???"