The next morning at dawn
The little bean, who had long wanted to visit the capital city, woke up everyone early in the morning by loudly screaming in the yard.
Chen Mo yawned, still feeling sleepy, but seeing the adorable face of Little Bean, he finally sighed helplessly. What can I do? I'll just indulge her.
The beloved little bean cried out loudly, urging everyone to pack up quickly and set off. If anyone was slow, she would quickly push them with her chubby little hand. The others were amused by the cute little creature and didn't dare to delay. They all hastened their pace. Half an hour later, all preparations were ready, and Chen Mo also called for two carriages.
After saying goodbye to everyone and getting on the carriage, Chen Mo first held onto Su Yimo, holding a letter in his hand and handing it to her, "I heard that you know Mr. Xu Changqing from the Imperial University. This letter will be a favor for you to deliver it to him".
"Shall the young master not be joining us?"
Su Yimo took the letter and furrowed her brow slightly, expressing a hint of confusion in her demeanor.
"I must accompany you, of course, but I have recently needed to use a large amount of celestial treasures and earthly blessings for my cultivation. I have to acquire them one by one personally, so it may not be enough time for me. Therefore, I will leave the task to you to deliver it."
"No problem, since it's something the young master has asked, how could I refuse?"
Su Yimo smiled gently and immediately agreed, then stuffed the letter into her bosom and climbed onto the carriage.
Chen Mo turned around, looked at the Pei Jiangnan waiting beside the carriage, and said again: "I also have a letter that I want Brother Pei to deliver to Brother Ao Tian for me."
"Hand it to Mr. Long?"
Pei Jiangnan looked at Chen Mo mysteriously and said, "Although Mr. Long is a person from the Battle Inspection Agency, he is always elusive and hard to find. I rarely see him in the Battle Inspection Agency. Perhaps I've seen him fewer times than you have. It would be better for you to deliver it yourself."
"Not anymore."
Chen Mo shook his head, and Pei Jiangnan's expression grew serious, "What do you mean?"
"After I purchase some medicinal materials needed for cultivation in the capital, I will go into seclusion for a period of time. There will be few opportunities to meet, so that's why I asked Brother Pei to help."
"I see. Since that's the case, I'll try it then. Since we are all going into the city this time, I'll also go to the Battle Inspection Agency to see if I can find him. If I do, I'll hand it to him personally."
"Then, I'll have to trouble Brother Pei."
The wheels of the carriage rolled across the vast wilderness, approaching the city of the capital. From the courtyard to the city, Chen Mo chatted with everyone and continued to be chatting until he got off the carriage, still feeling a sense of reluctance.
Little Bean jumped off the carriage, loudly saying she wanted to find something delicious to eat, but Chen Mo refused. She clung to his leg pitifully and stared at him with her big eyes, "Brother, Little Bean wants to eat something yummy. Please let me go?"
"But brother has a lot of things to buy... Since that's the case, well, then, let's do it this way. We'll split up; you go find something delicious first. After brother buys everything, we'll come looking for you, okay?"
"Okay"
Little Bean nodded readily, agreeing without hesitation. For a foodie, there was nothing more important than eating.
"Master, if there are things to buy, just let me and Zhang Long take care of it. I've been in the capital for decades and have no interest in shopping. You can just enjoy your time with Little Bean and the others."
Fortune Master volunteered to take the initiative.
"Fortune, the things I need to buy this time are quite a lot. You and Zhang Long won't be able to handle so much."
After a soft chuckle, Chen Mo pulled out several pieces of paper with densely written characters from his bosom, "I need to practice cultivation, and the things I need are numerous. Please help me look for them as well, Zhao Hu. Take this opportunity to go shopping with your family. You don't need to worry too much; just help me look for them slightly."
He handed a piece of paper to Zhao Hu. The latter bowed slightly and said seriously, "I will not hesitate to carry out the tasks entrusted by the third young master."
"Fortune, since you volunteered, you'll also have your share. If you can't gather everything today, don't come back to see me."
Fang Bai used a joking tone and handed another piece of paper to Fortune, saying, "The third young master is really putting me in a difficult position. If the things you need are bizarre and can't be found in the capital, then old man like me will never be able to return home in this lifetime?"
"I don't care about that"
Chen Mo laughed heartily and then handed the last list to Liu WuXin, "Wuxin, this is the first task I'm giving you... But since it's your first time in the capital, I won't make it too hard for you. Have a good time with Little Bean and the others, and just keep an eye out for them at least."
"Brother..."
Liu WuXin originally intended to accompany Chen Mo, but upon seeing the latter's longing gaze, she had to suppress it. After taking the list, she looked at it carefully and made a secret decision in her heart: she must collect all the items on the list first, and then she will have time to be alone with him.
After Chen Mo had distributed all the silver he had on him among the group, he parted ways with them. Zhao Hu and his family formed one group, Fortune and Zhang Long another, and Liu WuXin with the three girls and Pei Jiangnan among others formed a third. Fortune and Zhang Long went together, as splitting up would allow them to complete their tasks more quickly.
Chen Mo led several skilled warriors from the Battle Inspection Agency around the city. By chance, as they passed by Chen's mansion, he happened to see a young man dressed in a black long gown, carrying a sword on his waist, and exuding an imposing aura.
"Excuse me, I suddenly remembered that I haven't taken my sword with me..."
Chen Mo said with a smile.
A skilled warrior from the Battle Inspection Agency slightly furrowed his brow and said, "Master Chen, with us by your side, there's no need for a sword. Are you doubting our abilities?"
"No, you've misunderstood. That sword was bestowed by the emperor, and it's a priceless treasure. Today, no one is at home in the mansion. If thieves see and take it away, I would be deeply sorry to disappoint the emperor's favor."
Upon hearing this, the few people exchanged looks and then said, "Then let us accompany you to...".
"That's not necessary. My purchase task today is of great importance, and I can't afford to waste a moment. Please let the others help me take a look first."
Saying this, Chen Mo took out another piece of paper from his bosom...
Pei Jiangnan accompanied Liu WuXin and the three girls around the capital. Seizing the opportunity, he went back to the Battle Inspection Agency to deliver the letter Chen Mo had given him to Long Ao Tian, but he didn't see anyone there. Disappointed, he had to return.
He hadn't yet found Liu WuXin and the three girls when he suddenly saw several colleagues accompanying Chen Mo. He paused and asked, "How did you end up here? Where is Chen Master?"
"He mentioned that he forgot to take the sword given to him by the emperor, so he asked us to buy the medicinal herbs first and told us he would come later."
"This Chen brother seems to be acting rather mysteriously today."
Pei Jiangnan frowned slightly in his heart, thinking whether Chen Mo was hiding something from him. Just as he was thinking about it, he suddenly felt the ground shake violently and a sword aura shot up into the sky.
"Bad."
Just then, the fellow warriors of the Battle Inspection Agency let out a loud scream, "It's a spiritual energy fluctuation."
"Who is it, so bold, that they dare to engage in combat within the capital. Are they seeking death?"
"It's true that they don't value our Battle Inspection Agency. Brothers, let's go and take a look."
...
As soon as their words fell, Pei Jiangnan immediately drew his sword from his waist and took the lead to charge forward.
A warrior who has reached the seventh level can channel spiritual energy to a terrifying extent. Whenever they act, even if they try to conceal their strength, it will inevitably affect the surrounding area. In a city as densely populated as the capital, it is strictly forbidden for warriors above the seventh level to engage in combat. If anyone violates this rule, the Battle Inspection Agency can act without waiting for authorization.
No matter what their status is.
The spiritual energy fluctuation that had just occurred had already crossed the line. Seeing this, the crowd led by Pei Jiangnan didn't hesitate to rush to the center of the spiritual energy fluctuation - Chen's mansion.
The street outside the mansion gate was in disarray. Many civilians had been affected by the wave, lying wounded on the ground. Among them, Pei Jiangnan saw several familiar figures, Liu WuXin and the three girls.
Perhaps they were just passing by here when they were affected by the wave.
"Go and disperse the civilians. And remember to keep an eye on Miss Liu and the three girls, so Chen Master won't worry. I'll find out who dared to be so bold and do this."
Pei Jiangnan charged into Chen's mansion with his sword, and his eyes were met with a sight of bodies scattered across the courtyard, drenched in blood that stained the entire area. A young man dressed in a black long gown held a long sword, the blade of which had already been soaked in blood.
