Asura Emperor Venerable

Chapter 114: Chapter 114 Talismanic Soldier

“Young Master Shi, do you know what this is?” Luo Qing’er asked.

“Reveal Root Powder.” Shi Hao replied.

“Correct.” Luo Qing’er nodded, but she quickly showed a look of astonishment because in the palm of Shi Hao’s hand was still a pool of clear water.

This meant… Shi Hao had no Spirit Root.

She somewhat couldn’t believe it, after all, Shi Hao was so young yet he had reached high-level Martial Sect; logically, he should possess a Spirit Root.

How could he not have one?

She shook her head, after all, this was the Cursed Land.

Shi Hao smiled, flipped his palm, and the water immediately spilled onto the table.

—If Luo Qing’er had looked more carefully, she would have noticed that the seemingly clear water actually contained a trace of chaos, evolving something indescribable.

But it was too dilute.

Shi Hao himself of course knew this, and instinctively felt he should conceal it.

This was a situation never recorded before, not even found in Yuan Chengmie’s memories, not knowing what troubles it might bring him, therefore, for safety’s sake, Shi Hao instinctively did not want Luo Qing’er to discover it.

Luo Qing’er immediately felt disappointed, and for a moment, she lost the interest to speak, supporting her cheek with her hand, she began to pretend to nap.

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Shi Hao pretended not to notice; without any hesitation, he grabbed the snacks placed beside and began to eat.

The two maids clearly saw this, but considering Shi Hao’s good looks, and since their young mistress did not speak up, they did not stop him.

After all, making someone travel thousands of miles, isn’t it reasonable to let him eat something?

Soon, the carriage left the city, and at that moment, its speed suddenly soared.

Shi Hao opened the curtain to look, and saw the scenery on both sides retreating backward at a breathtaking speed, even faster than his full sprint.

He was astonished, the carriage could actually reach such a high speed?

What was propelling this carriage, to be so fierce?

Shi Hao then looked toward Luo Qing’er, his eyes filled with curiosity.

“Don’t be curious about my identity,” Luo Qing’er spoke, but this time without her tender tone, instead carrying an air of superiority, making her demeanor instantly change.

—Elevated, as if a goddess.

Yet this goddess was still enchantingly beautiful, utterly mesmerizing.

“If I can find the person, I will not let you make the journey in vain,” she said lightly.

Shi Hao merely responded with an “oh,” non-committal, appearing very calm.

Luo Qing’er was a bit surprised, such equanimity, this youth was truly extraordinary! It’s a pity he was born in this Cursed Land, only a very few lucky ones could receive heaven’s fortune, otherwise, she might have taken him back to cultivate, perhaps in the future he could shine brilliantly.

She no longer spoke; gradually, her breathing became deep, obviously falling asleep.

Originally, from Changming Country to Hua Yuan Nation, it would take about a month without obstacles, but the speed of the carriage was too fast, and its endurance required no rest, allowing for around-the-clock travel.

The four maids took turns in two shifts, alternating between driving and resting, and along the road, they did not stop, yet there was always food supplied, quite bizarre.

Merely seven days later, they not only arrived at Hua Yuan Nation, but also reached Mengyang City.

“Young Master Shi, please.” Luo Qing’er gave a slight smile.

Shi Hao got off the carriage first, then led the way.

Luo Qing’er, certainly no less beautiful than Lin Yuyue, took the route of allure, full of charm and naturally attracting the attention of many onlookers on the street.

However, with Shi Hao in front, naturally no one dared to misbehave.

Now, who doesn’t know how impressive Shi Hao is?

Soon, they arrived at the Zixing Jade Store.

“Zixing?” Luo Qing’er read the sign, murmuring it, while a cold smirk appeared on her lips, “It really was you!”

They entered, and upon inquiry, they were stunned to find out that Ruan Jiaoyu had already disappeared several months ago.

Huh?

Shi Hao calculated the time of Ruan Jiaoyu’s disappearance, and his heart couldn’t help but tremble.

That was exactly when he had gone to the County Town.

Such a coincidence?

He shook his head secretly, believing that there couldn’t be so many coincidences in the world.

So… a suspicion arose in his mind.

—The mysterious person who had killed Murong Hai and taken Lin Yuyue and Bai Hua away was none other than Ruan Jiaoyu!

His heart skipped a beat, and the appearance of Luo Qing’er proved that Ruan Jiaoyu was no ordinary person either, and judging from Ruan Jiaoyu’s actions, she seemed to be protecting Lin Yuyue. What did this comparison imply?

The identity of Lin Yuyue was even more extraordinary!

Poor Bai Hua was merely picked up along the way.

Luo Qing’er didn’t easily believe it, she kept asking around, and ordering four maids to inquire everywhere, but the answer was always the same.

Ruan Jiaoyu had indeed disappeared, but she had left enough funds to keep the jade store running as usual.

Luo Qing’er stood alone on the street, silent and unspoken, and after a while, she instructed, “Go and check if anyone else disappeared during the same period when she vanished.”

“Yes!” The four maids immediately responded and left.

Shi Hao heard this and his heart stirred again, wondering whether Luo Qing’er’s target was Ruan Jiaoyu or Lin Yuyue?

“Young Master Shi, do you have any other clues?” Luo Qing’er asked sweetly.

Shi Hao was now somewhat familiar with her, knowing that her sweet demeanor was actually a facade. Her true nature was aloof, but it seemed she had grown accustomed to using that enchanting façade to deal with the world.

Countless thoughts flashed through his mind. He analyzed and judged, and finally, he nodded, saying, “I do suspect something.”

He spoke of the incident where Lin Yuyue disappeared at the same time and did not hide the fact that he knew Lin Yuyue. After all, the four maids had already gone to check; it would definitely not be a secret.

After all, Shi Hao didn’t know where Lin Yuyue and Ruan Jiaoyu had gone. He could be frank and forthcoming.

Luo Qing’er was very thorough in her questioning, repeatedly asking until she was sure Shi Hao had not lied before stopping.

By evening, the four maids had all returned and reported the information they had gathered.

Luo Qing’er listened and also glanced at Shi Hao, nodding. Everything matched what Shi Hao had said.

“They must have gotten wind of something, so they left earlier!” she murmured.

“Miss, what do we do now?” one maid asked.

“Let’s return for now. Now that we know that person’s appearance, we no longer need to target Ruan Lingyu,” Luo Qing’er said.

“Yes.” All four maids nodded.

They did not avoid Shi Hao when speaking and were completely unguarded.

Luo Qing’er looked at Shi Hao again. Not knowing what got into her, she took out a rolled-up piece of fur paper and handed it to Shi Hao, saying, “You have also worked hard. This is a Talismanic Soldier. As long as you infuse it with Soul Force, it can be activated and can kill even in the Other Shore Realm.”

“However, it can only be used twice and may be needed for saving your life.”