"How many days can it take to get back and forth?"
I heard that I will go to Kunlun Mountain.
Yang Fang was not in the mood to drink, so he immediately put down the wine bag, a trace of anticipation flashing in his eyes.
When he saw the ancient murals from the Demonic Kingdom in the ghost cave before, he thought that he must see the old capital with his own eyes if he had the chance.
The monuments before the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
It's not something that ordinary people can see.
Moreover, Kunlun Mountain is far away from the scourge of war. In addition, both Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism and other sects have an inexplicable awe for this mountain.
One more thing.
The ice on Kunlun Mountain never melts all year round.
Perhaps, when they find the ancient capital, it will be the same as it was thousands of years ago.
It would be a pity to miss such a miracle and not take a look.
"If we hurry, we can make the round trip in three to five days, ten days at the latest."
Chen Yulou pondered for a moment.
Shuangheishan is located at the northern foot of Kunlun, not too far from each other.
And there is no need to climb over the snow area.
This means you save more than half of your time on the road.
Of course, the time he was talking about was based on the premise that no one was holding him back. Only by abandoning the camel and immersing yourself in the road with all your strength would there be a glimmer of possibility.
So.
The number of people must not be too many.
It also has extremely high requirements for personal strength.
As he spoke, several candidates had appeared in his mind.
"So soon?"
Hear the time he gave.
Yang Fang was even more amazed.
Compared with his guess, it was almost half shorter.
I thought it would take half a month no matter what.
After all, the Kunlun Mountains are majestic and steep, spanning thousands of kilometers. Since ancient times, there have been theories of East-West and Middle-Kunlun. There are dozens of giant mountains alone.
A considerable part of them even exist in the countries of the Western Regions.
Not to mention accurately finding the location of the old city in such a vast mountain, it would take countless hours just to climb over the icebergs and snowy peaks.
Three to five days.
Are you thinking too simply?
Could it be...
Looking at Chen Yulou's calm and confident eyes in the night, it seemed that he was already confident about this time. Yang Fang couldn't help but frown, and a bold idea emerged.
"Shopkeeper Chen, you already know the location of the ancient city?"
Except for this possibility.
He couldn't think of the second point.
Even if he is a gold-finding sect, it is extremely difficult to successfully locate an ancient city thousands of years ago in a short period of time.
What's more, Kunlun Mountain is the ancestral home of the world's dragons.
It’s like looking for a needle in a haystack.
As soon as these words came out.
Several people nearby also looked over.
"The general direction is indeed available."
Chen Yulou had no intention of hiding it.
The people sitting around me at this moment are all trustworthy people, and they are also the people who will follow, so naturally I have to make it clear.
“Where?”
Subconsciously, several people looked at each other, looking expectant.
Chen Yulou looked at Huamaguai.
"Kaizi, get the map."
"Okay."
The latter quickly returned to his tent without even thinking about it. After a while, he held a He hurried back with a bamboo tube.
There are three maps hidden inside the tube.
Before they set out from Xiangyin, they spent a lot of money to buy one copy from an antique collector.
The map is quite clear, but the only pity is that it was a long time ago and is still a product of the pre-Qing Dynasty.
The second copy was obtained from those merchants when they passed Yumen Pass.
Compared with the first one, it is obviously more careful.
However, the maps are all hand-drawn and are much less accurate.
As for the last one.
It was found in the luggage dropped by the foreign treasure stealing teams that day in the valley outside Xiye Ancient City.
It is also the most detailed of the three maps.
The East India Company has been cultivating in South and Central Asia for many years and knows this vast land very well. He has never even heard of many of the place names marked on the map.
But he could still clearly see the undulating and endless mountains that stretched between Central Asia and the Western Regions.
‘Yushan’ is also specially marked in English.
That’s right.
Medieval Europeans called Kunlun Mountain Yushan.
Because the peak is covered with snow and glaciers, it looks like mutton-fat white jade when illuminated by the sun.
Except.
These British guys also specially marked many places on the map.
At first, Chen Yulou didn’t understand.
It wasn't until he passed through the ancient cities of Xiye, Gumo and Jingjue Three Kingdoms and compared them with the terrain that he suddenly realized that those marks were clearly the ancient countries that once existed in the Western Regions.
The goal of their trip is far beyond Xiye City.
However, fate is not as good as fate. Just after leaving the ancient city of Xiye, it was devoured by ghost ants. Not only did they steal the treasures, they even lost their lives in the desert.
“Look at this.”
Chen Yulou unfolded the map, his eyes fell on the Western Region and the snow area, and his fingers lightly traced out a long, invisible trace.
“This is the Kunlun Mountains.”
“It spans more than two thousand kilometers. However, from the location and size of the ancient city in the murals, we can roughly infer that it should be here.”
Fingers dropped.
A few people looked over quickly.
Surprisingly.
Where he pointed, the foreign devils made a very strange mark.
A circle with two lines on the left and right drawn in handwriting.
It looks like...an eye?
It’s just that the mark is too abstract, and even if you make some guesses, it will feel like it’s forced upon you.
It’s Yang Fang.
Looking at the mountain he pointed at.
After hesitating for a moment, he said it.
"East Kunlun?"
It can be seen that as a descendant of Mojin, he still knows this Dragon Vein Ancestral Court very well.
To know.
The geographical Kunlun Mountains and the legendary Kunlun Fairy Mountain.
It’s not actually a place.
The Kunlun Mountains that people worshiped in history are not the East Kunlun Mountains. To be precise, they should be the Central Kunlun Mountains.
As for West Kunlun, most of it is located in the countries of the Western Regions.
“Yes, East Kunlun straddles Tibet and Xinjiang. Those people from the demon country thousands of years ago were still in the tribal era, and even with the power of the snake god, they could not go far.”
< br>"In addition, I travel back and forth between the two places every year to arrive here to offer sacrifices. The journey is too far and unrealistic."
Listen to his explanation softly.
The group of people nodded subconsciously.
"But, Shopkeeper Chen, we are now in Northern Xinjiang, and this place is clearly in Southern Xinjiang. Just crossing the Black Desert is not enough time, right?"
Yang Fang is still a little uncomfortable. I can't believe it.
They have already experienced the horror of the Black Desert. Even if they have walked through it once, he does not believe that they can go there again in just a few days.
It is impossible to grow wings and fly over.
It's not just him.
The people on the side also looked hesitant.
"It is indeed impossible to turn back the same way, but brother Yang Fang, what if we don't go through the desert?"
Chen Yulou smiled faintly.
Since we have proposed a maximum time of ten days, we must be fully confident.
"Brother Chen, what do you mean, bypass the Black Desert and enter the Kunlun Mountains first?"
Partridge Whistle seemed to have thought of something.
But judging from his tone, he was actually a little unbelievable.
Although it is difficult to travel in the Black Desert, they still have camels to travel.
They are called desert boats in the Western Regions.
It looks slow, but its endurance is amazing. It is not much weaker than a horse when it comes to driving.
But if you go around Kunlun Mountain.
The glacier landscape can only be relied on human power. Wouldn’t it delay the journey even more?
"Not bad." Chen Yulou was not too surprised when the partridge whistle guessed his plan.
After all, judging from the map, there are only two routes to East Kunlun.
After nodding, he suddenly changed the subject.
Looked at the partridge whistle and smiled.
“But Brother Dao... Kunlun Mountain is not all glacial landforms. There are also rivers, mountains and forests, and even grassland oases, especially the section near the snow area, where the vast grassland stretches as far as the eye can see.”
< br>“A deep mountain oasis?”
Hear this.
A few people were obviously stunned, their expressions full of surprise.
Maybe it’s a preconceived notion.
In their view, Kunlun Mountain is covered with ice and snow all year round and is inaccessible. Even birds cannot cross the peak, let alone people and horses.
“Of course.”
"If it's true as Brother Chen said, taking a detour seems to be the best choice."
See him confirm again.
Partridge Whistle no longer had any doubts in his mind. After thinking about it for a while, he had already made a decision.
Huamaguai said at the right time, "Sir, the ancient city is over, should we wait or not?"
Let's look at the progress of the past two days.
There were hundreds of them, and it would only take a few days at most to dig through the entire ancient city.
"It's natural to set off."
"As soon as we finish here, please ask Miss Oona to lead us back along the original route and meet at the sea of fish."
Chen Yulou didn’t even think about it.
Although there should not be much danger here in the ancient city for the time being.
But Black Desert is different. Crisis is dormant. If you are not careful, you may be in an irreversible situation.
Also, supply is difficult in the Black Desert. The food consumed by hundreds of people every day is an unimaginable amount.
In case of extreme weather like sandstorm.
Trapped in it.
It cannot be solved in a day or two.
"Yes."
Huamaguai nodded.
This is exactly the same as his idea.
After all, what the shopkeeper said means that going to Kunlun Mountain is bound to be an easy trip with as few people as possible.
“What about the person who will be the shopkeeper?”
The red girl who had been silent all this time put down the kumiss in her hand, sat up straight, and looked over.
Half of the bottle of wine was consumed.
There was not much drunkenness on her body, and her beautiful eyes were as clear as water, showing a bit of coldness and indifference to strangers. Only the trace of expectation deep in her eyes made people know that she was still in the world. , is not a fairy who doesn’t eat fireworks from the world.
“It seems that Hong Gu wants to accompany us.”
Chen Yulou smiled faintly.
Miss Hong has been on the mountain for so many years, and he knows her very well.
Although she is born as a girl, her personality and temperament are better than those of a boy.
He has a good reputation in the world.
Obviously these few days of searching for gold have worn away most of her patience.
“Okay, then I’ll count you in.”
Chen Yulou promised without waiting for Miss Hong's reply.
"In addition, Brother Dao, Kunlun, Yang Fang, the old foreigner and..."
Hua Ling glanced over.
There was a bit of anxiety on her pretty face.
“Junior Sister Hua Ling.”
How could her actions and thoughts be hidden from Chen Yulou's eyes? After a moment's pause, he added her name with a smile.
“Master, what about me?”
I heard that several people were all listed.
Yuan Hong was immediately worried and spoke quickly.
It’s not like he is a disciple of Xiiling. He doesn’t know anything about things like digging buckets and opening coffins, or scouring for gold. It would be boring to stay here.
Kunlun Mountain is the most treasured land of immortals in the world.
The legendary dojo of the Queen Mother of the West.
Throughout the ages, many anecdotes have originated here.
As a cultivator of monsters, if I don’t experience this kind of paradise, I’m afraid I will regret it for the rest of my life.
“I almost forgot about you.”
Chen Yulou followed the sound.
Only then did I find Yuan Hong sitting cross-legged high on the city wall alone.
It was born an ape, and although it was the best at drinking, since it left Pingshan and became a human being, it has almost never drank alcohol again, and has focused solely on spiritual practice.
It’s so lively tonight.
It was all alone, finding a secluded place to breathe.
However, just after walking through the Great Zhoutian, it suddenly heard movement here. For a moment, it couldn't bear it any longer, and immediately ended its meditation and rushed over quickly.
"Then add you."
Add himself.
There are eight people in total.
Of course, if you have to calculate carefully, Luofu is also one.
With him overlooking from a high place, whether it is leading the way or suppressing demons, it has unimaginable effects.
Huamaguai also wanted to speak, but he hesitated and swallowed the words that came to his lips.
I know his meager strength best.
Also.
As the steward of Changsheng Mountain.
He knew very well that someone had to stay and take charge.
Otherwise, it would be difficult to send back so many gold and jade artifacts safely.
And he happens to be the best at this.
If you insist on going to Kunlun Mountain, it will only become a drag on the team.
"Guaizi, those who are able work harder, so you have to worry more about this."
It seemed like I could read his mind.
Chen Yulou smiled and patted his shoulder.
On the trip to Zhelong Mountain, they all went out, leaving the kidnapper to look after the house alone. It was like this now, which seemed unfair to him.
But except him.
There is really no one who can take the lead.
Zhang Yunqiao and the old guys are okay, but their qualifications and experience are still inferior to those of the kidnappers.
“The shopkeeper’s words are serious.”
“This is what I should do.”
Huamaguai’s eyes turned slightly red, then he took a breath and said everything He raised his head and drank the remaining kumiss in one gulp, patted his chest and said with a smile.
"You can go with peace of mind."
"The kidnapper promises to take the guys safely out of the Black Desert."
"Okay!"
Hearing this.
Chen Yulou could not hide his emotion.
“You don’t have to work too hard, just do everything yourself, the old brothers are all here, just be lazy when you need to be lazy.”
Say this together.
Everyone around him burst into laughter.
The atmosphere was even more lively than before.
"The barbecue should be ready. Let's go and have a look. I've been busy for a few days and haven't had a good meal in a long time."
Chen Yulou waved his hand.
Immediately, not far away, several waiters brought over a roasted snow sheep.
The rich meaty flavor hits your face.
The group of people who had been waiting for a long time and were hungry could not even say a word of nonsense. They were scrambling one by one for fear that they would be late and not even be able to get a mouthful of mutton soup.
Chen Yulou is too lazy to show any gestures or etiquette.
Sitting cross-legged on the ground, holding a leg of lamb in one hand and a wine bottle in the other.
The mutton is charred on the outside and tender on the inside, and the wine is fragrant and refreshing.
Just like many years ago when he first entered the martial arts world and went out to fight with his brothers in the mountains, it is the same.
Drink a lot of wine and eat a lot of meat.
The wines are being exchanged.
The night is getting darker and darker without realizing it.
……
Early the next morning.
The eight people in Chen Yulou did not disturb the people who were still sleeping. They each pulled a camel and braved the biting cold wind to break through the mist between heaven and earth.
Step by step across the Black Mountains that lie in front of you like a black dragon.
Go straight to the jade mountain at the end of the world. (End of chapter)