The King of Xiuxianjuan returns to modern times and becomes a landlord

Ying Ni stood before Gu Yanqing and Miao Yimo, her eyes filled with worry and anxiety. As she watched them, seeing their condition gradually stabilize, the heavy stone in her heart finally lifted. She quickly walked over, her eyes gleaming with concern and curiosity, and eagerly asked, "What exactly happened just now? How did you become like this?"

Gu Yanqing gently shook his head, indicating that he wasn't seriously injured. Miao Yimo, on the other hand, was breathing heavily, clearly still reeling from the experience. Under Ying Li's constant questioning, Gu Yanqing finally spoke up and began to recount the thrilling scene.

"While we were searching north for clues, I stumbled upon a yellow sand pit. The sand was flying everywhere, seemingly harmless enough, but unfortunately, I stepped on a patch of eggs hidden beneath the sand. At that moment, a violent commotion erupted in the pit, and then a swarm of scorpions emerged, as if from hell. The sight was so dense and swarming that it was truly shocking."

Ying Ni listened to Gu Yanqing's account with a wave of fear, as if she could imagine the horrific scene at that moment. Gu Yanqing continued, "When we saw this, we immediately engaged in a fierce battle. But the scorpions were simply too numerous, and we were practically surrounded. Fortunately, Miao Yimo reacted quickly, swinging his sword with all his might, slashing at the scorpions, giving us a chance to escape."

At this point, Gu Yanqing and Miao Yimo glanced at each other, their eyes filled with both relief at having survived and admiration for each other's bravery. Ying Li, hearing this, was also overwhelmed with emotion. She deeply realized that on this perilous journey, they must unite as one to face the various challenges together.

Due to the unfortunate injuries sustained by Gu Yanqing and Miao Yimo during the expedition, Ying Ni and her companions were forced to remain in camp for several days to recuperate. Sunlight filtered through sparse clouds, dappling the tents and bringing a touch of warmth, yet a subdued atmosphere permeated the camp. Everyone was filled with worry about the unknown fate of the expedition team, as well as anticipation and unease about the journey ahead. They knew that despite the anxiety of the current situation, remaining calm and patient was crucial. Everyone in the camp silently prayed for their injured companions, hoping for their speedy recovery so they could continue their journey and uncover more secrets of this mysterious land.

During these few days of rest, Gu Qingxiao and Jingkong were not idle. They decided to use this time to conduct a deeper exploration of the environment surrounding the camp. Carrying dry food and water bottles, the two men headed south of the camp. Walking in the desert, they had no clear direction and could only look around. Jingkong jumped onto a yellow sand slope and looked down to see something. "Qingxiao, come over and take a look. Is there anything over there?" Jingkong pointed to a piece of red cloth protruding from the bottom of the yellow sand slope.

"There's something there. Let's go down and take a look." Gu Qingxiao heard Jingkong's voice and quickly jumped onto the yellow sand slope, looking in the direction Jingkong pointed. They slid down the slope carefully, their hearts filled with curiosity and anticipation. As they approached the red cloth, their hearts beat faster, realizing that this might be an important discovery.

The two men slid down the slope. They carefully dug around the red cloth and found it was discarded tent cloth. They looked at each other and hurriedly dug in the sand around them. As time passed and their efforts, abandoned tents, scattered tools, and burnt fires gradually emerged, all signs of human activity. Gu Qingxiao and Jingkong carefully observed their surroundings, trying to find the direction of the expedition team. They walked along the valley and found a well-trodden path that twisted and turned and led into the distance.

As night fell, Gu Qingxiao and Jingkong returned to camp, laden with discoveries. They eagerly shared their findings with Ying Ni and Mu Ya. Sitting by the campfire, Ying Ni and Mu Ya listened, their eyes gleaming with hope. They meticulously noted down every clue, trying to piece it together and pinpoint the expedition's exact location. They knew these clues might hold the key to finding the expedition.

The bonfire burned brightly in the night, illuminating the focused faces of the four. Ying Ni and Mu Ya compiled the information provided by Gu Qingxiao and Jingkong and drew a detailed map. The map marked the expedition's likely routes and potential dangers. They knew the journey ahead would be even more difficult, but with a clear direction, they had hope of finding the expedition. They decided to follow the route marked on the map the next morning and continue their search for the expedition.

The next morning, as the first rays of morning light pierced the mist, gently sweeping across the slumbering earth, Ying Ni and her companions had already quietly risen and busily packed their bags. Their faces shone with determination and anticipation, as if each ray of dawn illuminated their path, inspiring them to advance towards the unknown southern edge of the desert. They knew the road ahead was filled with unknowns and challenges, but their inner conviction and thirst for the unknown drove them courageously to take each step.

As the morning light spread, the figures of the group gradually melted into the horizon. They paused along the way, carefully observing their surroundings. Faint footprints in the sand, the remains of an abandoned camp, and empty water bottles swaying in the wind all silently told of the expedition's past. These clues, like a magnet, drew them deeper and deeper, pursuing traces that seemed distant. Their hearts were filled with a reverence for history and a pursuit of the truth. Each new clue brought them closer to uncovering long-forgotten secrets.

After a difficult journey, they finally arrived at a unique ancient town. Its outline gradually became clear in the setting sun. Ancient stone walls, mottled wooden doors, and the staggered roofs all revealed the traces of time and the depth of history. Ying Li slowly unfolded the map in her hand, her eyes shifting between the outline of the ancient town and the markings on the map. Finally, a glimmer of certainty crossed her eyes. She knew they had found their destination; this ancient town was their destination.

"Yes, this is part of the ancient city of Loulan in the Western Regions." Ying Ni's voice was firm and powerful, as if, at that moment, all the fatigue and hardship had transformed into endless motivation. They gazed at this ancient town forgotten by time, their hearts filled with awe and curiosity. Every stone slab, every piece of rubble seemed to tell an ancient story, waiting for their exploration and interpretation. They knew that countless secrets were hidden here, and they were about to be the discoverers of these secrets.

Now they were certain the expedition had arrived there. Ying Ni remembered Shan Zhizhi had mentioned that the expedition's goal was to uncover the secrets of Loulan. They would face not only the test of the natural environment but also the weight and mystery of history.