Martial Arts Escort System: I Got A Maxed Level Divine Technique From The Beginning

Chapter 241: Chapter 148 Return_3

“This…”

Yang Xiaoyun found herself at a loss for words for a moment.

Ever since Su Mo’s father died, Yang Yizhi’s temperament had drastically changed.

Now, with the addition of Li Siyun, the hidden concerns were truly unsettling.

However, these people clearly wouldn’t explain the matter outright to Su Mo and Yang Xiaoyun.

Therefore, after exchanging a glance, Su Mo stood up:

“Let’s not mention this for now. The Jiaolong Association’s matters have been settled, and we must continue this escort mission.

“Everything will be discussed after meeting Uncle Yang.”

“Alright.”

While speaking, Su Mo searched Li Siyun’s body, but didn’t find anything noteworthy.

Some silver taels Su Mo left untouched, placing them back on his body.

Then, he carried the corpse and walked out of the gate.

Outside, water bandits from the Jiaolong Association were waiting in the distance, and hurriedly approached upon seeing Su Mo and Yang Xiaoyun emerge.

“Su, the Chief of the Escort, Young Master Yang, the Master and others are waiting inside the main hall… this corpse…”

He glanced at Li Siyun’s body.

Su Mo thought for a moment and said, “Please trouble your young brother to take good care of this man’s body. Also, there’s another corpse inside the gates, that of the Qingshe Alliance Leader; please also take care of it. Just be cautious of the Qingshe Alliance Leader’s body, there might be more to it; do not get poisoned.”

“Yes, thank you for the reminder, Chief Su.”

This water bandit was quite perceptive. Seeing that Su Mo was particularly concerned about the body he held, he took it carefully.

Then he ordered others to drag out the Qingshe Alliance Leader’s corpse with less gentleness.

Su Mo then proceeded with Yang Xiaoyun to the Jiaolong Association’s main hall.

At this time, everyone was seated, and several monks, including Ban Tiankuang, were present.

They looked at Su Mo with a complex expression in their eyes.

He still remembered that there was enmity between them.

Su Mo smiled at him, then bowed with his hands clasped:

“I apologize, everyone, I had to take care of some personal matters just now. Thank you for your patience…”

“Chief Su, you’re too polite.”

“That’s right, Chief Su saved our lives, and we wouldn’t hesitate to do anything for you, even if it meant losing our heads.”

The one who could say these words was naturally the Great Village Chief of the Xuanlong Water Fortress.

Hongye Gang Leader then asked: “Is there anything we can help you with? We may not dare to insist, but our factions are at your disposal, Chief Su. It would be against all reason to refuse your commands.”

“Thank you all. Should there be a need, I will certainly impose upon you.”

This response was very tactful, implying no need, but also not dismissing their goodwill.

Immediately, several masters nodded repeatedly, expressing their readiness to be commanded at any time.

Master Hongyun then stood up:

“It’s good that Chief Su is unharmed. I have been waiting here because I wanted to bid farewell to Chief Su.”

This was indeed a matter of course.

Their presence here was initially due to the Jiaolong Association obstructing the waterway, making passage difficult, hence they came to probe into the situation.

Now that they understood all the intricate details, it was indeed time to say goodbye.

Yet Su Mo couldn’t help but ask: “Which way will the master head now?”

“I wish to go east.”

Master Hongyun made no secret of it: “Along the way, rather than say they saw the suffering of humanity, it’s more like I’ve seen the heartlessness of the mortal world.

“This world is too full of suffering, everyone has circumstances beyond their control.

“It can’t simply be described with just the words good and evil.

“Therefore, I intend to go east, to meet with the Dongcheng Demon Sect.”

“…”

Su Mo’s eyes widened: “Master, wouldn’t you reconsider?”

“My mind is set.”

Master Hongyun brought his palms together.

“So be it.”

Su Mo sighed: “Master possesses the Absolute Skill, even the Dongcheng Demon Sect can hardly trouble you.

“However, the hearts of the people in Jianghu are unpredictable, and fraught with difficulties. Many things cannot be resolved by martial arts alone.

“With the lessons of those before us not far behind, if the master truly intends to subdue the demons, you must take great care of yourself.

“While it’s admirable that the Buddha sacrificed himself to feed the eagle, we… are not the Buddha.”

Master Hongyun silently looked up at Su Mo, nodded slightly, and reached into his sleeve, pulling out a scroll.

Those like Ban Tiankuang behind him could only watch with twitching eyes, a hint of envy in their gazes.

Master Hongyun handed the scroll to Su Mo: “Please accept this, Master Su.”

Su Mo took it, opened the cover, and saw three big characters:

“Suffering People Scripture?”

“This Suffering People Scripture will be far more useful in Master Su’s hands than in mine.

“Should I be called by the Buddha on my way to Dongcheng, this scripture should still be passed on by Chief Su.”

Master Hongyun spoke calmly, as though it was just common sense.

Su Mo sighed and tucked the scripture into his sleeve, saying with a bow: “Then Su humbly accepts it.”

“Not at all.”

Master Hongyun smiled gently: “It is just appropriate.”

With these words, he no longer spoke further, passing by Su Mo, and swiftly left the Jiaolong Association’s main hall.

A group of monks followed him out, but as they passed Su Mo, the look in their eyes toward Su Mo held a hint of fear.

It was unclear if they were afraid of Su Mo or worried about the Suffering People Scripture in Su Mo’s possession.

Su Mo then bid farewell to everyone present, preparing to return to Three Rivers Bay and sail across the water.

Chu Qiuyu and others planned to accompany Su Mo and his group on their journey.

Because along the river, thieves seldom roamed, and taking a boat from the Jiaolong Association might add unnecessary risks.

Although Zhuge Changtian wanted Su Mo and his group to stay a few more days in the Jiaolong Water Fort, he couldn’t persuade them against their resolute departure, so he escorted them to the water fortress gate.

Master Hongyun’s boat was already traveling downriver, and on this side, Su Mo boarded a boat of the Jiaolong Association, heading back to Three Rivers Bay.

The moment he found his footing on the boat, it suddenly sank down.

Turning around, he saw a broadly smiling, chubby face staring back at him.

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