“Can I still see Master Yuan Shu now?” Chu Feng asked after learning the situation.
He asked because Yuan Shu knew Chu Feng’s relationship with Yin Zhuanghong was significant. At this moment, if Chu Feng wanted to meet Yuan Shu, it would surely be to plead for Yin Zhuanghong. So, Chu Feng felt Yuan Shu might not be willing to see him.
“Of course you can, if you wish to,” the guardian of the Seven Suns Mountain Range replied.
“Yin Zhuanghong, wait here for me,” Chu Feng said before following the guardian to where Master Yuan Shu was.
“Brother Chu Feng, if you’re here to plead, save your words,” Yuan Shu said preemptively, clearly aware of Chu Feng’s purpose.
“Brother Yuan Shu, since you have the ability, why let them die?” Chu Feng asked.
“Brother Chu Feng, I told you from the start that we’re different,” Yuan Shu replied. “The Crimson Robe Holy Land is indeed an upright sect. I know they’ve long wanted to activate the Ancient Blood Refining Pool, and they also know that slaughtering innocents to refine blood soul energy could speed up the process. But they didn’t do that, so I have a very good impression of them. However, even if they’re upright and I think well of them, does that mean I must save them? We’re neither kin nor close, so I don’t seem to have that obligation.”
“Brother Yuan Shu, I’m truly grateful that you’re willing to shelter Song Ge,” Chu Feng said. “We’ve only met once, yet you’re helping me like this. I’m deeply thankful, and I’ll never forget this kindness. But I have urgent matters to attend to and can’t stay long. I’ll take my leave today and visit you again another time.”
Chu Feng clasped his fists toward Yuan Shu and turned to leave.
“Brother Chu Feng, are you upset with me?” Yuan Shu asked.
“Of course not. Why would I be upset with you just because you didn’t help the Crimson Robe Holy Land?” Chu Feng replied. “As you said, you have no obligation. I came mainly to say goodbye and to ask why you’re unwilling to help. Honestly, I had a feeling that even if I asked, you wouldn’t act. From the start, I never intended to request your help, as this matter is somewhat dangerous, and I have no right to ask you to take that risk.”
Chu Feng spoke sincerely. He truly didn’t blame Yuan Shu; in fact, he understood him.
“I’m relieved you understand me, Brother Chu Feng,” Yuan Shu said. “As for your urgent matters, you’re planning to save the Crimson Robe Holy Land, aren’t you? But you know their elders include several Supreme Realm experts. If even they’re trapped, how can you help? Aren’t you just walking into your own death?”
“While I don’t know much about the Ancient Blood Refining Pool, since it involves an array, there must be an array core,” Chu Feng said. “In terms of cultivation, I may not be able to help, but if spirit techniques can be used there, I might still make a difference. No matter what, I have to try, because the leader of the Crimson Robe Holy Land once saved my life. I must repay that debt, even if it means risking my life.”
“Since you’re determined to go, Brother Chu Feng, I can offer some advice,” Yuan Shu said.
“Please, Brother Yuan Shu, tell me,” Chu Feng urged, knowing Yuan Shu’s guidance would be invaluable.
“The current entrance to the Ancient Blood Refining Pool has been sealed by that mysterious group, so you can’t get in that way,” Yuan Shu explained. “But there’s another entrance, unknown even to the Crimson Robe Holy Land. If you enter through it, you can reach the depths of the array core. If you’re skilled enough, you might harness the core’s power, which could help resolve the crisis for the Crimson Robe Holy Land. However, that entrance is extremely dangerous. One misstep, and you might die before even seeing the people from the Holy Land. Of course, I don’t think you’re one to fear such risks.”
“Brother Yuan Shu, you know me too well. Since there’s this opportunity, I’ll seize it. Where exactly is this entrance?” Chu Feng asked.
“Here, it’s actually quite close,” Yuan Shu said, tossing a map to Chu Feng.
The entrance was indeed not far.
“Thank you, Brother Yuan Shu,” Chu Feng said, storing the map and bowing deeply in gratitude.
“No need for formalities between us brothers. I hope you return safely, Brother Chu Feng. Don’t forget, my master’s meticulously crafted array is still waiting for you to break,” Yuan Shu said.
“I’ll definitely be back,” Chu Feng replied with a smile, then promptly departed.
After all, the people of the Crimson Robe Holy Land were in dire straits, and he had to hurry.
