Chapter 185: Temporary Residence
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
They put on black robes that could cover their entire bodies.
The four of them entered the abandoned gathering place.
They discovered that there were a total of 180 people inside. Everyone had different races and appearances. Some were already sleeping soundly, and some were sitting around the fire and talking nonsense.
As his gaze swept around, Lu Ming felt a bit relieved.
Although the strength of the 800 people in this camp was not bad, there were no Physique Realm experts among them…
That made sense. Physique Realm experts were the strongest among the small tribes like the Spirit Clan. While they could be seen everywhere in large tribes, they were not common outside.
The people in the camp also looked at Lu Ming and his group, but quickly lost interest.
The people who had experienced the tribulation had not appeared for a thousand years, and these outlaws were not as well-informed as the large tribes, so they did not even consider the possibility of Tribulation Transcenders.
It was even to the extent that after Fala revealed her strength at the Level Nine Mortal Realm, the four of them were given a relatively clean room for resting.
Lu Ming was not in a hurry to sleep under the night sky. With strangers around, Lu Ming could not sleep well. So, he just sat on the ground and closed his eyes to rest.
During this time, Fala went out for a moment and quickly returned.
“It’s about the ruins.”
“It’s said that the ruins of the Flame Clan have appeared in the Hundred Thousand Mountains!”
First, she explained to Lu Ming and the other two what the Flame Clan was. Then, Fala said, “The ruins are the inheritance ground of the clan.”
Other than having G.o.ds, large clans also had inheritances.
Inheritance was undoubtedly a very important thing to clans.
In the Black Mist Zone, large clans with some strength would create secret realms or something like that to be used for impartation and storage. There were too many specific types of secret realms, so Fala did not go into details.
She simply said, “There’s a high chance that some opportunities will appear in the ruins. Originally, these were prepared for the descendants of their tribe, but if the tribe is destroyed and its bloodline is severed, these opportunities naturally fall into the hands of those who are destined to receive them.”
“There are many tribes that have been exterminated in the Hundred Thousand Mountains. As a result, there are also many ruins within the region.”
“Besides the exotic beasts and precious herbs in the Hundred Thousand Mountains, the many ruins are also one of the reasons why people are drawn to the region.”
Lu Ming recalled the words of the gray-skinned man from earlier and could not help but furrow his brow.
Lu Ming had no intention of searching for treasure. He just felt that it would be troublesome…
“Where are the ruins of the Flame Clan?”
Once he found out where it was, he could avoid that direction.
It made sense!
Fala shook her head, “I don’t know. The people outside don’t know either.”
“According to their information, they only know that the Flame Clan’s ruins are in the nearby area. Moreover, it’s a large group of ruins. However, no one knows the exact location.”
“They even invited me to go look for it with them tomorrow, but I declined.”
Fala’s refusal was a good choice.
Lu Ming would definitely not get involved in this matter.
After thinking for a moment, Lu Ming could only say, “Let’s rest here for the night and continue deeper into the Hundred Thousand Mountains tomorrow. Try to stay away from this area as much as possible.”
The three women immediately nodded.
Everything was according to Lu Ming’s wishes.
The night pa.s.sed uneventfully.
Day 131 of the Black Mist Calendar.
Lu Ming and the others got up early, without interacting with anyone, and set off on their own to head deeper into the Hundred Thousand Mountains to search for the Peach Blossom Spring that Lu Ming had taken a fancy to.
However, this task was proving to be quite difficult.
Three days of searching yielded no results.
It was not until the afternoon of the 135th day of the Black Mist Calendar that Lu Ming temporarily stopped searching.
Staring at the cave in front of him and then at the Level One Physique Realm exotic beast lying at his feet, Lu Ming thought for a moment and said.
“What do you think of this place?”
This was a low mountain with a relatively open view on the mountainside.
There was also an extremely large cave in the middle of the mountain, which was quite hidden.
At the foot of the mountain was a small stream, so there was no issue with a water source.
There were many exotic beasts nearby, but the strongest one had already died under Lu Ming’s punch.
Before fighting this Physique Realm exotic beast, Lu Ming had already observed the surrounding environment. This beast dominated this territory, and there were no challengers nearby.
Moreover, this beast was solitary and had no tribe, so killing it would not have any consequences.
In summary, all the necessary conditions were met.
As for whether Lu Ming was completely satisfied… Well, to be honest, he was not very satisfied. However, considering various factors, this place could be used.
“Let’s settle here…”
There was no need for anyone else to speak; Lu Ming made the decision once again.
The only place that would truly satisfy Lu Ming was his old house in Nanxiang.
But he could never go back there again…
In life, sometimes, even Lu Ming had to compromise.
Moreover, he had already wasted several days on the road searching. The cultivation segments during these past few days could only take place in the void s.p.a.ce after he fell asleep. Lu Ming, who had lost a lot of attributes, was already starting to feel heartache.
The immediate priority was to settle down as soon as possible and return to a peaceful and quiet daily life.
As soon as Lu Ming finished speaking, Fara flipped her pocket and took out the communication stone. She roughly conveyed the location Lu Ming had chosen to the large group behind them.
Seven days later, on the 142nd day of the Black Mist Calendar.
After completing his daily exercises in the place he referred to as “Nanshan,” Lu Ming saw three figures approaching from a distance.
Huo Sheng, Velo, and Li Zitong.
After seven days, they had found the location where Lu Ming was.
Reuniting with old acquaintances, Lu Ming warmly treated them to a meal—the venue was at the entrance of the cave.
In addition to Fala, Zhang Chengcheng, and Wei Lan, there were a total of seven people eating.
While eating, they chatted.
Mainly, Huo Sheng did the talking, and everyone else listened.
“I brought Li Zitong to you first. With him around, it will be more convenient for you to build houses and cultivate the land.”
Back in Nanxiang, Li Zitong was Lu Ming’s subordinate. Now that he was back with Lu Ming, Li Zitong was on the verge of tears, feeling a sense of security!
His loyalty to Brother Lu was beyond question!
Lu Ming also smiled at Li Zitong and said politely, “From now on, I’ll leave the infrastructure work here to you.”
Li Zitong patted his chest hard, silently promising to do his best.
Huo Sheng continued, “Some of the follow-up troops had already entered the Hundred Thousand Mountains and found some decent places to temporarily settle down. Some of the experts are still exploring better locations. In addition, there were some who chose to stay on the Dusky Black Gra.s.slands…”
Having said this, Huo Sheng could not help but sigh softly.
“Personal choices vary. There’s nothing we can do about it.”
The Black Gra.s.slands were not a good place, but it was only for those with determination!
If someone willingly accepted a less challenging life, the Dusky Black Gra.s.slands provided food, drink, and safety, making it quite suitable as a settlement.
Lu Ming had always respected the destinies of others, so he let Huo Sheng’s words pa.s.s.
Then, he said, “In a while, I’ll send w.a.n.g Xiong, Meng Jie, Zhang Lixin, and the other elders of Guangping Street over, as well as some young people with potential. The estimated number of people on your side will be around a hundred. Mr. Lu Ming, do you think that’s acceptable?”
The target of 100 people was not big, so Lu Ming felt that it was quite suitable.
Velo spoke at the right time, “I’m afraid my granddaughter and I will have to trouble Brother Lu Ming.”
Lu Ming nodded again, “Of course, no problem.”
With an experienced veteran like Velo, Lu Ming would not be ignorant when he encountered certain situations in the future..