Yinshan Record

Chapter 831 Surviving the Calamity and Building a New Home (Part 1)

What a wicked and vile beggar!

The beggar nimbly squeezed past the waiter and sat down in the chair in front of Lü Zheng. With a flick of his two fingers, he scooped up a pair of chopsticks and opened his mouth.

"Hey sir, how about a piece of meat?"

The beggars of Guzhu Kingdom are truly fascinating.

Su Che looked at the person in front of him. This person had cultivated, at least to the Qi Refining level or higher, although not yet to the Divine Realm.

With such cultivation, he could be the leader of the Beggars' Sect in this small Guzhu Kingdom.

How could there be a shortage of meat?
It seems they're here for Lü Zheng.

"It's better to meet someone by chance than to invite them; everyone who comes is a guest."

Su Che took out a silver ingot from his sleeve and placed it on the table.

"Waiter, pick a few of your best dishes and bring two jugs of strong liquor."

"Sir, don't worry."

The waiter reached out, picked up the silver coins, and weighed them lightly. His face immediately lit up with a smile.

Black Eyes can't stand seeing shiny silver; it's a fool not to make money when it's available. Since these two are crazy enough to treat a beggar to a meal, they might as well make some money from it.

"Distinguished guests, please bring out the best wine and dishes."

Smoke rose from the kitchen as the waiter brought over two thick black porcelain jars, a plate of shredded smoked chicken, and a plate of braised beef.

"Please wait a moment, gentlemen, it will be ready shortly."

Lu Zheng's face was gloomy. He gently patted off the mud seal on the wine cup, poured a bowl for Su Che first, and then poured a bowl for the evil beggar in front of him.

The wine is clear and crisp, indeed aged liquor.

The smoked chicken was incredibly flavorful, and the beef sauce was just right.

This restaurant usually has a good foundation.

Su Che took a small sip of wine while enjoying the smoked chicken.

The wicked beggar simply grabbed two chicken legs and sucked them clean, bones and all.

"Have we met before?"

Lu Zheng looked at the wicked beggar in front of him.

Upon closer inspection, the man's face was covered in scars, and his appearance was extremely ferocious.

"Have you seen it?"

The beggar took the plate full of braised beef, raised his head, and emptied the entire plate into his stomach.

"It's best if we've never met."

Lu Zheng looked at his face, then looked down at his large, fan-like hands.

"Single-handedly riding a horse, you shoot a cunning rabbit; with a thrust of your spear, you sever a gray wolf. You are the martial arts master of the Imperial Guard."

The wicked beggar smiled upon hearing this.

"Who is Wu Duan? Never heard of him. I'm just a beggar."

"Wu Duan is the right-hand man of General Lü Tan of the Guzhu Kingdom. He is skilled in archery and horsemanship, and his spear skills are particularly outstanding. He is ranked first among the eight valiant generals of the Imperial Guard Cavalry."

Lu Zheng lowered his voice.

"Even though you've disfigured your face and changed your voice, I still recognized you at a glance."

The wicked beggar licked the plate clean and gently placed it aside.

"Then you are wrong, because Wu Duan is no longer a valiant general of the Imperial Guard Cavalry, but a traitorous rebel who has been issued a warrant for his arrest."

"So Wu Duan is a traitor and a rebel, wouldn't you agree, Young Master Lü?"

This wicked beggar was none other than Wu Duan, the right-hand man of Lü Zheng's father, Lü Tan, and known as the Courageous Warrior of the Guzhu Kingdom.

It's unclear what exactly happened to turn this renowned general and valiant minister of Guzhu into his current state.

However, it was clear that this martial arts expert was hiding in the city with ulterior motives, and he had recognized Lü Zheng, which was why he found an excuse to come over and acknowledge him now.

Looking at his second uncle who had raised him from childhood, Lü Zheng couldn't help but feel tears welling up in his eyes.

Wu Duan was once a renowned young general of the Guzhu Kingdom. In Lü Zheng's memory, this second uncle had always been handsome, dashing, and debonair. He was extremely particular about his food and clothing, but now he had become such a beggar, with even his face and voice ruined.

"Second Uncle, you... how did you become..." "The King must take my life, otherwise he will not be able to eat or sleep in peace. How can I walk around this city without doing this?"

Wu Duan picked up the wine pot beside him and took a sip.

"Young Master, I heard that you've made a name for yourself within the Longevity Sect, becoming a disciple of a renowned master and causing great trouble for the Dugu Chen father and son. Are you here in this city today to seek revenge?"

The questions were asked very directly.

Just as Lü Zheng was about to speak, Su Che spoke up.

"The Longevity Sect? It's long gone. The Black Blood Demon came to attack, and they were fighting amongst themselves. My brother and I just escaped and are trying to make a living. This Junior Brother Lü can't forget his hometown, so he came back to visit."

Su Che picked up the wine cup next to him and drank it all in one gulp.

"Who is your Excellency?"

Wu Duan looked at Su Che with some hesitation.

"Me? I am Bai Choufei, a disciple of Jin Yunu."

Su Che looked at the man in front of him; his limbs were well-proportioned and his demeanor was dignified. He was indeed a skilled fighter in the Guzhu Kingdom.

"And I'll give you some news: Dugu Chen and his son, as well as that Wanyan Sheng, have all died in the internal strife."

Wu Duan remained silent for a long time, his eyes gleaming red.

"So, you've brought my young master here to seek revenge?"

"I was just passing through."

Su Che glanced at Lü Zheng beside him.

"Forgive my ignorance and presumption, but may I ask what level of cultivation Immortal Bai possesses now?"

"As for me, I'm still a bit short of reaching the Core Formation stage."

Su Che said very modestly.

"May I ask how your relationship is with my young master, Immortal Master?"

"It's alright. But if Junior Brother Lü wants revenge, I might as well lend a hand."

"it is good."

Wu Duan slammed his palms together.

"Young master, do you still harbor any ambitions?"

"Ok?"

Lu Zheng looked at his father's sworn brother.

"When the villains attacked, my elder brother surrendered without resistance, but a few of his followers remained. They all had secret connections with me."

Wu Duan said in a low voice.

"Now that you have returned after completing your studies, and with the help of this Senior Brother Bai, it is not impossible for you to turn the world upside down and restore order in the Kingdom of Guzhu."

"This……"

Lu Zheng had returned with no ambition left, wanting only to check on his family. But now, meeting his uncle and being offered such conditions, it was truly...

"I've become indifferent to all of this."

Lu Zheng shook his head.

"Dugu Chen and his son..."

"Asshole."

Wu Duan slapped his hand suddenly.

"Is it just Dugu Chen and his son? How many people harmed your whole family back then? Have you forgotten Hong'er? When they ransacked your house, how did those beasts humiliate Hong'er? They took turns riding on Hong'er, and later they brought in cattle, horses, pigs, and sheep. Hong'er grew up with you since she was a child."

"These beasts are still living freely. Close your eyes, can you forget how Hong'er begged you for mercy back then? Can you?"

Lü Zheng's face was ashen.

Some memories are like scars; you think they've healed, but when it's cloudy or rainy, they still sting you, reminding you that the past has never truly left.

"If you're still a man, meet me at the City God Temple tonight."

(End of this chapter)