Gu Changqing was not one to mince words, and he went straight to the point: "What a hypocritical store! You guys were so arrogant just now, but now someone like me who barged in without following the rules is treated like a VIP. How ironic!"
After saying that, he laughed loudly and left with the beautiful woman in white.
Behind him, the waiter and the innkeeper were extremely respectful, smiling obsequiously as they said, "Please take care, sir! Please take care, sir!"
"Welcome to visit us again next time!"
As for what the other party just said, well, they can just pretend they didn't hear it.
How could someone of this caliber be so easily provoked?
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Gu Changqing had just led the beautiful woman in white out of the room when he suddenly heard a voice behind him.
A man's voice called out, "Brother, wait a moment."
"oh?"
Gu Changqing frowned. Could it be that this shop had hired a master to fight him?
“What advice do you have for me, fellow Daoist? Let me be clear from the start: if you stand up for this shop, the consequences will be unimaginable. I never have the blood of scum on my hands. State your name.” Gu Changqing turned to the man and said.
Looking up, one could see a middle-aged man dressed in a purple robe, with a square face weathered by time, and a horrifying scar running from the corner of his eye to his chin. He was clearly a ruthless man who walked the path of swords.
Otherwise, I would never have been injured by someone.
The man was slightly taken aback by Gu Changqing's words, then smiled and clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I think you've misunderstood, brother. To be honest, I am from the Song family of Dacang City, and my name is Song Qinglong. I am not here to stand up for this shop, but rather because I see that you are quite skilled and would like to ask you to help me out."
"Of course, how can I ask for your help without rewarding you? I'm willing to offer you a rare and high-level treasure map. Whether you sell it or use it to dig for treasure, it's a good choice."
Gu Changqing slapped his forehead, suddenly realizing what was going on.
Damn, so this person actually wanted my help. I misunderstood.
"Heh, a mere treasure map, and you dare to expect me to lend a hand? Do you even know my cultivation level? What's the difference between this and giving alms to a beggar? Besides, I'm not stupid. What if your treasure map only yields some junk, or the treasure location has already been looted? Wouldn't I have been helping you for nothing? That would be disgusting." Gu Changqing said with a faint smile, making no attempt to hide his true feelings.
"I have never seen such a cunning person as you. If you want me to take action, you have to show me the real deal. I can't be bothered with an idiot like you. Without further ado, I have to go and have some time to chat with the beautiful lady. I'll take my leave now."
After saying that, Gu Changqing left without looking back.
Unexpectedly, the middle-aged man behind him quickly caught up and said amicably, "Brother, please wait. What you said earlier is right, I was wrong. But you don't know this, my ancestors were incredibly wealthy. These treasure maps were drawn by an Immortal Emperor-level being. That Immortal Emperor was the renowned Kunwu Immortal Emperor of the Nine Heavens Realm. He was so powerful that, in order to test us, his descendants, he hid the treasures he had acquired in his lifetime in batches, and then drew these locations into treasure maps and put them in his home for us, his descendants, to dig them up."
"However, the treasure location is extremely dangerous. This was deliberately set up by him because if his descendants do not have the strength, they will naturally not be qualified to obtain the treasure inside. Let other geniuses have it."
"There are ten treasure maps in total. Our Song family has not produced any exceptionally talented individuals in the past hundred years. In fact, there is a lack of successors in the family, and our cultivation level has gradually declined. As a result, our family has become deserted and our fortunes have fallen. In order to make a living, we have no choice but to sell these treasure maps. We have already sold two maps. Every time we put one out, it causes a frenzy of bidding. Some even risk their lives."
"Brother, if you don't believe me, you can ask a Celestial King, and then you'll know whether what I'm saying is true or false."
"Now that we've come this far, are you willing to help me out this time?" The middle-aged man explained the whole story in one breath.
Upon hearing this, Gu Changqing was somewhat surprised. He hadn't expected the Song family's ancestors to be so wealthy. If that's the case, then this treasure map must be incredibly valuable.
"Take it out and let Mr. Gu take a look first," he added, still not entirely convinced.
“That’s easy. You look upright and honest, so I’m at ease showing it to you.” The middle-aged man looked around and, seeing that no one was around, flicked his hand, and a white jade slip appeared in his hand.
The jade slip looked as if it were made of the finest jade, white and flawless, extremely beautiful.
Just like the long, white legs of a stunningly beautiful woman, dazzlingly white.
When the jade box was opened, a gilded treasure map appeared before Gu Changqing.
“Brother, please look. The location of this treasure map is in an area called Zijun Mountain in the Eastern Continent. Because it is full of traps and dangers, even though we Song family descendants know the place, we dare not go there. With your strength, you can easily obtain the treasure inside.”
The middle-aged man said with a smile, his attitude very respectful.
Gu Changqing looked at it for a moment and saw that the map was covered with all sorts of red and blue markings, which eventually pointed to Zijun Mountain in Dongzhou.
He had never been to Zijun Mountain, but he knew it was not far from his sect, only about 100,000 kilometers away.
100,000 kilometers is a lot, but for his current level of cultivation, it's far too short, as short as a single digit.
"By the way, since you're so interested in Zijun Mountain, let me ask you something. Do you know about the invasion of the Great Chu Kingdom by the six major demonic sects? When will they launch their final attack?" Gu Changqing suddenly asked curiously.
The middle-aged man was slightly taken aback, then immediately said, "I know, I know, but I don't know the details very well. I have an informant who has infiltrated the six major demonic sects. A few days ago, he sent me news that they are about to launch a general offensive against the Great Chu Kingdom. They have already sent many spies to infiltrate the Great Chu Kingdom to gather intelligence."
"I see, that's wonderful!" Gu Changqing was overjoyed upon hearing this.
He then took the treasure map and said, "Well, we've hit it off really well. I'll definitely help you out. But one treasure map isn't enough. We've gotten along so well, it's not right for you to only give me one. How about another one?"
The middle-aged man was slightly taken aback upon hearing this.
Holy crap, this is a priceless treasure! Even Celestial Kings would fight over it, causing countless bloodshed and chaos. And this guy actually wants it? He's shameless!
However, he didn't say much. After all, the person he was going to kill was so powerful that he had to risk everything to kill him!
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