Lonely Immortal

Zhang Zhiwen and Yan Ling and others returned to their residence together. They sat together and discussed the departure tomorrow.

At this time, Zhou Wan and Li Xiaoqing looked a little worried, and Zhang Zhiwen could fully understand their feelings.

Although they did not mention a word about their views on this mission, Zhang Zhiwen could still see the general situation.

On the one hand, Zhou Wan and Li Xiaoqing did not dare to have any dissatisfaction with the mission arranged by the Chamber of Commerce this time. Even if they were dissatisfied in their hearts, they certainly did not dare to say it. Even though they were all apprentices of sackcloth, they were always very cautious and naturally could not say anything. But the less they said a word, the more they showed their inner dissatisfaction.

On the other hand, their martial arts were not enough. Qishan was enough for them to drink a pot, not to mention the Qianshilin, which was more dangerous than Qishan. They were even more difficult to move forward, but they were just helpless in the rivers and lakes.

"After leaving tomorrow, I will rely on all the senior brothers and sisters!"

Zhang Zhiwen kept a low profile as always.

"Haha, Junior Brother Zhang, you are too polite. Although your martial arts skills are not high, you are strong and healthy. With you here, we can prepare more things!" Yan Ling still looked like an old fox, and it was hard to tell what he was thinking.

Zhou Wan sighed, showing that he was very upset, but he had no opinion on Zhang Zhiwen. Instead, he patted Zhang Zhiwen on the shoulder and comforted him: "Junior Brother, don't worry. If there is danger, I will definitely die first."

Zhou Wan's words made some sense. He practiced Qinggong, so he must be the first to explore the way. If there is danger, he will definitely be the first to suffer.

"Junior Brother, tomorrow's trip will definitely be dangerous. I am afraid that I will not be able to take care of you at that time. You should take care of yourself."

Li Xiaoqing was much more straightforward. She could not protect herself, so how could she take care of Zhang Zhiwen? It was better to say it in advance.

For a moment, the atmosphere was a little awkward, and Yan Ling came out to smooth things over: "Haha, from what you said, it's actually not a big deal. This time, the deputy hall master and Uncle Li are leading the way. What are we worried about? We'll just help them."

"Hey, maybe. If there's nothing else, I'll go prepare things."

Zhou Wan glanced at Yan Ling and didn't say much. He just looked completely unconvinced, and then left.

"Well, then I'll go prepare too." Li Xiaoqing followed.

Seeing the two leave, Yan Ling didn't care much. Anyway, in his opinion, this time he went out, at least there were several people to support him.

For example, Zhou Wan and Li Xiaoqing, their martial arts were not as good as his anyway. As for Zhang Zhiwen, he thought he was the bottom of the bottom. In addition, there were also several white-clothed apprentices who were not as good as him. In this case, what was he worried about?

"Hey, Junior Brother Zhang, then you should also prepare some things early. We'll see you tomorrow."

Yan Ling stood up, patted Zhang Zhiwen on the shoulder, and then left without caring.

Zhang Zhiwen sat for a while, then he got up and went back to the house.

Along the way, Li Mohuan followed them. Yan Ling and the others didn't know about this, but Zhang Zhiwen knew it very well.

It must be said that Li Mohuan must have become suspicious. He should have planned to follow Zhang Zhiwen to see what Zhang Zhiwen was like. Seeing Zhang Zhiwen's timid look, Li Mohuan probably lost interest and left.

It's strange to say that since practicing the first level of the key to longevity, Zhang Zhiwen feels that his spiritual perception is particularly sharp. He can't tell the specific situation, but as long as he is within a range of ten feet nearby, he can basically grasp the situation at will.

For example, this Li Mohuan, he thought that no one could see him if he hid outside the wall, but in fact Zhang Zhiwen could find him.

However, what Zhang Zhiwen really cares about is not Li Mohuan, because this guy has a strong self-esteem. Because of face, he will not easily come to Zhang Zhiwen to make trouble, otherwise what will others think? Unless he is absolutely sure, that is another matter. So what really worries Zhang Zhiwen is the matter of medicinal materials and whether the Chamber of Commerce's mission this time is also to refine the spiritual energy powder.

Zhang Zhiwen doesn't know whether the Chamber of Commerce is also going to refine the spiritual energy powder like him, and he has no way to guess, but the matter of medicinal materials is a difficult thing to solve in front of him. He has no clue at all. Could he go to rob it when the time comes? That is no different from seeking death.

However, Zhang Zhiwen has no way to do it for a while, it seems that he can only wait and see.

So, nothing happened overnight, and the next day, everyone got up early and went to the Chamber of Commerce Hall.

Not long after, everyone arrived, and Deputy Hall Master Hou said something again, which basically meant that this trip was a secret action of the Chamber of Commerce and must not be leaked.

This made Zhang Zhiwen even more curious. It's just picking herbs, which is not a secret, right? Could it be that the Chamber of Commerce really has a cultivator like him?

But now he has no way to confirm this matter, so he can only walk and watch.

So, the group of people in the medicine hall set off.

As expected, Yan Ling, Zhang Zhiwen and others walked in the front, Zhou Wan was responsible for exploring the way, while the white-clothed apprentice walked in the middle, the alchemist was in the back, and as for Deputy Hall Master Hou and Li Mohuan and others, they walked at the end.

Except for the apprentices, the alchemists and above all rode horses and brought their own luggage, but Yan Ling's side was different. The white-clothed apprentice's luggage was given to Yan Ling and Zhang Zhiwen.

This made Yan Ling, who was originally a little proud in his heart, almost curse, but Deputy Hall Master Hou gave the order, so he had to do it. He could only carry a lot of luggage and walk in the front.

Zhang Zhiwen was no exception. He also carried a lot of luggage. However, this amount of stuff was nothing to him. He was quite relaxed. However, Yan Ling was a bit miserable. Although he practiced external martial arts, he was not that strong and his endurance was not very strong. With so many luggage weighing at least two or three hundred kilograms, the shoulder pole made his shoulders hurt. However, he did not dare to say a word, lest he be punished.

As for Zhou Wan, although he did not carry anything on the road, he had to lead the way. If he encountered danger, he would definitely be the first to die. Li Xiaoqing was better. Some white-clothed apprentices even flattered her. After all, there were not many female disciples here, and Li Xiaoqing was more or less pretty.

As for Wang Kun, he looked a little proud. Seeing Yan Ling in such a mess, he finally let out his anger. However, he did not dare to be too proud. After all, there were alchemists and even Deputy Hall Master Hou watching them.

Zhang Zhiwen saw all these situations clearly. To put it bluntly, except for Li Xiaoqing, these sackcloth disciples were almost not as good as a horse, at least in the eyes of Deputy Hall Master Hou and others. Otherwise, they could have arranged an extra horse to carry these luggage. After all, a Chamber of Commerce pharmacy, what else is missing? But the Chamber of Commerce did not do so, which is enough to explain a lot of things.

But it is also true, how many sackcloth disciples can survive? Sooner or later, they will all be cannon fodder anyway, so why waste resources on them? Unless they are promoted to alchemists, but if they are promoted, that is another matter.

As a result, the speed of travel was not fast, especially Yan Ling, who was a little exhausted and had to take a short rest after walking one or two miles. However, Deputy Hall Master Hou did not seem to be in a hurry. Instead, he rode over leisurely and said politely: "Don't worry, don't worry, take a rest when you are tired. By the way, what martial arts do you practice?"

He asked Yan Ling this question, and Yan Ling was flattered. When had it ever been possible for Deputy Hall Master Hou to personally care about him?

He hurriedly clasped his fists and replied: "Master, I practice Iron Lock Kung Fu!"

Yan Ling's words were somewhat thoughtful. He called the hall master directly, which was naturally a flattering meaning.

"Oh? Not bad, not bad, this is also a powerful external martial arts. Well, young man, work hard."

Deputy Hall Master Hou had a faint smile on his face and nodded, seeming to be very satisfied with Yan Ling's attitude.

Yan Ling was immediately like a chicken blood, and immediately promised not to disappoint the hall master.

Zhang Zhiwen stood by and looked at them and the people behind them calmly.

He saw a flash of disdain and indifference in the eyes of Deputy Hall Master Hou, he saw Yan Ling's somewhat irrational eyes, he also saw the jealous expressions of the white-clothed disciples behind him, and he also saw the expressions of Li Mohuan and others who were almost too lazy to care.

To be honest, this Deputy Hall Master Hou is really not a human being. He has to come to provoke Yan Ling. What is the medicine in this gourd?

Zhang Zhiwen is not very clear, but he knows that the Deputy Hall Master Hou in front of him is not a scholar-like elegant person.

At this time, Deputy Hall Master Hou looked at Zhang Zhiwen and asked kindly, "What about you?"

Zhang Zhiwen was still as low-key as ever. He bowed respectfully and said, "To answer Deputy Hall Master Hou, I have not practiced any martial arts, but I have practiced some health-preserving techniques."

"Oh?"

Deputy Hall Master Hou was obviously a little surprised, but Yan Ling seemed to be eager to please Deputy Hall Master Hou. He interrupted and said, "Hall Master, it's like this. Junior Brother Zhang practiced the Changsheng Sutra. The techniques are just for strengthening the body. But we usually take care of him, so he is not in any danger."

As soon as these words came out, Zhou Wan couldn't stand it. What kind of words are these? When did you, Yan Ling, take care of Junior Brother Zhang?

Li Xiaoqing was also a little unhappy. She didn't expect Yan Ling to be so shameless in front of Deputy Hall Master Hou to take credit.

But the two of them didn't dare to say anything. Another thing is that Yan Ling said that they took care of Zhang Zhiwen, and also included Zhou Wan and Li Xiaoqing. What can they say? I just think Yan Ling is really mean.

"Oh, is that so?" Deputy Hall Master Hou stared at Zhang Zhiwen with interest.

Yan Ling hurriedly looked at Zhang Zhiwen. Zhang Zhiwen was very familiar with that expression. It was a plea and also a threat to some extent.

Zhang Zhiwen didn't say anything, but just nodded lightly and said: "Yes, I have been taking care of you brothers and sisters during this period."

"Haha, good, Hou likes disciples to unite as one and take care of each other. Well done, well done, Yan Ling, you have completed this mission, and I will promote you to Baiyi later."

Deputy Hall Master Hou seemed very happy and gave Yan Ling and others a big promise.

Yan Ling and others were overjoyed. Even Zhou Wan and Li Xiaoqing forgot Yan Ling's mean behavior just now. They knelt down and kowtowed to thank him.

Only Zhang Zhiwen stood still and didn't express anything. For a while, everyone's eyes were on him.

Of course, Deputy Hall Master Hou also saw this scene. He was a little surprised and asked, "Zhang Zhiwen, what do you mean?"

Zhang Zhiwen remained calm and silent.

He really didn't take Deputy Hall Master Hou seriously. His martial arts were not as good as Li Mohuan's.

"Junior Brother Zhang, don't be in a daze. Why don't you kneel down to thank me?" Yan Ling was a little anxious. He didn't expect what happened to his always honest and dull junior brother?

"Hey, Junior Brother Zhang must be so happy that he was stunned for a while..." Zhou Wan came out immediately to help Zhang Zhiwen out.

"Yes, Hall Master, Junior Brother usually doesn't talk and is honest and timid. I'm afraid he was frightened." Li Xiaoqing also hurried out to explain.

Deputy Hall Master Hou nodded, and then ignored Zhang Zhiwen, because he thought Zhang Zhiwen was probably just a fool.