Chapter 382: Chapter 190: Divine Abilities (4)

Mr. Du ordered.

"Yes!"

Du Wushuang didn’t dare say another word, but he sighed inwardly. Mo Shan and his three companions were Mr. Du’s personal bodyguards. Although they commanded no troops and held no official titles, they enjoyed an extremely high status within the Du’s Mansion. Even Du Juan treated them with the utmost respect.

Their names were Mo Shan, Mo Shuang, Mo Lei, and Mo Zheng.

Each of them was an expert at the Qi Sea Perfection realm.

They had all successfully activated their sixth-level Dharma Aspects, mastered Primitive Power, and obtained Bloodline Divine Abilities. This made them far stronger than Zamuhai and Hamu. Mo Shan had even taken the first step into the True Martial Realm. A power had already awakened within his Dantian, and he was just one step away from achieving True Qi Transformation.

"Master Guo, the Spiritual Monkey’s strength is average, but it is exceptionally fast. Its blood not only has healing properties but can also extend one’s life, making it nearly as valuable as Bone Marrow Cleansing Liquid. Four years ago, my son was gravely wounded during a clash with the Turkic Army in the Hundred Thousand Mountains, and he has been bedridden ever since. I have spent years sending men to find the Spiritual Monkey. We’ve found its trail several times, but it always managed to escape. Now, we’ve finally tracked it down again. This time, we must capture it, no matter the cost."

Mr. Du explained.

"I’ve heard of the Spiritual Monkey’s wondrous uses as well. In which mountain range is it? Perhaps I can be of some assistance."

Having received free room and board, Guo Wei wanted to do something to repay the hospitality.

"In the Hundred Thousand Mountains."

Mr. Du said.

Guo Wei’s expression froze.

Fan Zhibian’s words were still vivid in his mind. The Court had forbidden him from going near the Hundred Thousand Mountains, a measure to keep him from Wolf Valley Pass. Although there wasn’t an explicit ban on the entire mountain range, if he trespassed and caught the Court’s attention, saving Guo Xiaotian in the future would become even more difficult.

"My apologies."

Guo Wei looked apologetic.

The thought of Guo Xiaotian seemed to trigger something, and he couldn’t help but cough a few times. He had taken a spear thrust from Hamu, and though his Dharma Aspect had absorbed some of the impact, its power could not be completely neutralized. He had spent the time since then recuperating, and while his internal injury had improved, it was far from healed.

Chu Lingguang watched Guo Wei, a thoughtful look on his face.

"I understand your predicament, Master Guo. To be frank, ever since the Court established diplomatic relations with the Turkic people, my soldiers have been forbidden from entering the Hundred Thousand Mountains to prevent any conflict from arising. The only exception is for members of the Black Armored Army, who are permitted to operate near the Northern Territory Trial Ground."

"As it stands, only my scouts are allowed inside the mountains to monitor the Turkic scouts. All other personnel must remain stationed outside the Hundred Thousand Mountains. Otherwise, how could a single Spiritual Monkey have given us the slip so many times?"

Mr. Du said helplessly.

The Hundred Thousand Mountains served as a natural barrier and the border between the two nations.

If either side were to send troops into the range, it would be seen as a provocation by the other. During the peace talks, it was agreed that neither side could station troops within the Hundred Thousand Mountains. Only a small number of scouts were permitted to move through the forests, mutually monitoring each other’s every move.

"Your service to the country and its people will be remembered by all, Mr. Du."

Guo Wei said with a nod.

’If it were Guo Xiaotian who was bedridden and needed the Spiritual Monkey’s cure, and I still had command of my troops, perhaps I would send a team disguised as a hunting party into the mountains to capture it.’

Of course, with so many hunting parties in Yunchuan City, there was no guarantee Mr. Du didn’t have his own men mixed in among them. Having survived in the Jianghu for so many years, Guo Wei knew full well that everyone has their secrets.

"Foster Father, Mo Shan and his men have arrived."

Just then, Du Wushuang ran back. Following him were four incredibly burly men, each over two meters tall. Their muscles were drawn taut, their physiques sharply defined, and they looked as if a single slap from any one of them could shatter a wall to dust.

Hei Hu’s jaw dropped, and he instinctively took a step back.

Not only were these four men tall and powerfully built, but they also possessed a natural, imposing aura, as if they were descendants of ancient giants. They were not to be trifled with.

"Sir."

Mo Shan and his men let their gazes linger on Guo Wei for a moment, completely ignoring Chu Lingguang and Hei Hu. They could sense that Guo Wei’s strength was considerable; he was a genuine True Martial Realm expert. ’But he’s suffering from an internal injury,’ they thought. ’The four of us could definitely take him.’

"Juan and Old Wan have found the Spiritual Monkey’s trail. They’ve already gone into the mountains. Hurry and back them up; they can’t stay inside for long."

Mr. Du said.

Old Wan was one of his deputy generals. His official reason for entering the mountains—inspecting the scouts—was just a pretext. He couldn’t stay for long. If the Turkic scouts discovered him, they would surely make an issue of it, which could cause more trouble at this critical juncture.

"Rest assured, my lord. The Spiritual Monkey won’t escape this time."

Mo Shan said with a nod.

"Mr. Du, did you just say the Spiritual Monkey can cure illnesses, heal injuries, and prolong life?"

Chu Lingguang suddenly asked.

"Of course. While the medicinal properties of the Spiritual Monkey’s blood can’t perform a full Washing Marrow, its value is equivalent to Bone Marrow Cleansing Liquid. A single sip can clear the body’s meridians, dispel blood stasis, reduce swelling, and even completely rejuvenate one’s internal organs."

Mr. Du said with a nod.

"Could I go with the four of them?"

Chu Lingguang suggested.

"Well... if you wish to go, I certainly won’t stop you. Mo Shan and his men are all at the Qi Sea Perfection realm. Your safety will be assured if you go into the mountains with them."

Mr. Du said with a smile.

"My lord, the Hundred Thousand Mountains are fraught with danger. Bringing this kid along will only slow us down."

Mo Zheng cautioned.

"Don’t underestimate him. He just made a Silver Moon Wolf kneel and beg for mercy in the arena."

Mr. Du cautioned as well.

"Sirs, he’s the one who took my place to train in the Northern Territory Trial Ground. He didn’t just cut down the Dragon Claw Tree for me; he also emerged as the top candidate."

Du Wushuang chimed in.