Chapter 2031 - 1606: Truly Leaving, or Pretending to Leave?

What is Gu Changsheng’s Phantom?

It’s the Power of Heaven and Earth she snatched from the Nine Heavenly Punishment Thunderbolts!

Even Baby Jin Bao is afraid of its existence!

Those old geezers from Smelting City, Baby Jin Bao can be 250% sure they have no solution for Gu Changsheng’s Phantom!

So, basically, this is a no-brainer; it’s Gu Changsheng bullying people!

"Hehe..." Seeing Baby Jin Bao’s expression, Gu Changsheng’s bright little face immediately broke into a big smile, then with a wave of her big hand, she cheerfully said, "The meticulous planning is complete, so let’s eat, sleep, recharge, and tomorrow we’ll pull off an amazing feat, then make a clean getaway!"

In this regard, I must say, Gu Changsheng is a very planned person, especially when it comes to mischief; she always plans meticulously!

After having the little person guarding her courtyard deliver dinner, Gu Changsheng and her group finished eating, closed the door, and fell back to sleep!

Alliance Leader Yong Qing, after finishing the final discussions of the Divine Weapon Convention outside, immediately rushed to Gu Changsheng’s courtyard to gather information; he simply couldn’t be at ease, always feeling that Gu Changsheng’s quietness was too odd!

However, the news Yong Qing received was that Gu Changsheng and her group were back asleep!

After learning from past mistakes, this time Alliance Leader Yong Qing wasn’t foolish enough to open the door to investigate!

This made the Soul-Devouring Python guarding the door very anxious; it had already decided in its heart that for its feeder’s ridicule, it would give Yong Qing a good scare if it saw him again, not stopping until he was terrified!

Alas, Alliance Leader Yong Qing was truly too mindful; since he didn’t open the door, the Soul-Devouring Python couldn’t very well crawl out on its own to frighten people!

As a Gu Python with integrity, the Soul-Devouring Python wouldn’t stoop to such degrading actions!

Thus, the Soul-Devouring Python coiled at the courtyard entrance, the eagerness was palpable!

Alliance Leader Yong Qing, with his chin in hand, gazed thoughtfully at the tightly shut courtyard door.

"Could it be that I, the old man, have overthought things? Gu Changsheng is genuinely a good person? I have judged her with the heart of a villain against the intent of a gentleman?" Alliance Leader Yong Qing was puzzled, believing himself experienced in the ways of the world and capable of judging people, yet every time he felt Gu Changsheng might make trouble, she showed no signs of action, leaving the old man suddenly uncertain.

Inside the door, the Soul-Devouring Python heard Alliance Leader Yong Qing’s words and its Snake Eyes immediately rolled...

In fact, Alliance Leader Yong Qing hadn’t overthought; only, the feeder’s plan was simply too thorough!

The feeder not only decided to stir trouble but also planned the aftermath; when the time comes, they’ll make a clean getaway, leaving the old geezers of Smelting City in chaos!

Oh...

Actually, Alliance Leader Yong Qing is quite a pitiful person!

Overflowing with sympathy, the Soul-Devouring Python decided not to scare Yong Qing again; after all, tomorrow, even if the old man isn’t frightened, he’ll still be enraged to a half-dead state!

When the sun was high, Gu Changsheng and company were deeply engaged in discussions with the Duke of Zhou in their dreams!

While Smelting City basked in the delight of the Divine Weapon Convention’s smooth proceedings, Gu Changsheng and company were already awake at sunrise...

Yuan Bao started to pack up early, considering their journey uphill demanded numerous items; seeing the bundles ready, the Soul-Devouring Python’s Snake Eyes showed a touch of sadness...

Thinking, isn’t this going to make it a beast of burden again?

No!

No!

It is a Gu Python, not a beast of burden; doing such work is indeed a bit much!

"This time, you don’t have to carry things; Yuan Bao will help you carry them first!"

Under the Soul-Devouring Python’s gloomy gaze, Gu Changsheng waved her hand, finally saying the words to lighten its load!

"Feeder, you’re simply too considerate!" The Soul-Devouring Python, upon hearing this, was instantly grateful.

Not having to bear the burden, it can finally move like a normal Python!

"Today you have to be the shield for my Phantom, so after we get the Top Three Divine Weapons, then you’ll carry things!" Yet, before the Soul-Devouring Python’s gratitude faded, Gu Changsheng added.

Upon hearing this, the great snake’s head crashed to the ground in defeat!

Feeder...

Do you have to say it so bluntly?

What does it mean to be a shield?

Can’t you speak a little more indirectly? Even if you say we need to handle serious matters, that would be better!

The way you say it makes me feel like we’re going to take the bullet!

This...

This is worse than just making it a beast of burden!

The Soul-Devouring Python lying as if dead glanced at Gu Changsheng with an even more resentful look!

However, Gu Changsheng acted as if he didn’t notice its gaze at all, didn’t care, and turned to walk toward the hall.

The group of people leisurely finished their breakfast, and Gu Changsheng, after inquiring about Shi Wujue’s health, decided not to broach the reason for his earlier desolation in front of Shi Wujue again!

As a friend or confidant, if Shi Wujue doesn’t want to say something, Gu Changsheng would definitely not ask!

This is trust, and also respect!

It’s the greatest space Gu Changsheng can give to Shi Wujue!

She is waiting, waiting for the moment Shi Wujue is willing to share everything with her!

Once everything was ready, seeing the evildoer from her family had no intention of stopping her from entering the mountain, Gu Changsheng and her group prepared to leave, and by now, Alliance Leader Yong Qing was already waiting at the door with a face full of hesitation!

He was anxious!

A bit confused, Gu Changsheng said he would enter the mountain, and then just proceeded without hesitation?

Does it mean he really misunderstood? The Southern Emperor didn’t actually have any plans to stir trouble in Smelting City?

"Is the ancestor really going to leave?" Seeing Gu Changsheng and the group exit the courtyard, Alliance Leader Yong Qing immediately approached with a flattering smile.

In fact, if this ancestor Gu Changsheng was genuinely willing to leave, Alliance Leader Yong Qing was thoroughly glad!

However, he was not quite sure if Gu Changsheng was genuinely leaving or planning to cause trouble under the guise of entering the mountain!

As an elder, Alliance Leader Yong Qing thought through everything thoroughly, and he even vaguely guessed Gu Changsheng’s plan, but wasn’t sure if he was overthinking it!

"Alliance Leader Yong Qing, you say? Am I not really leaving? Could I perhaps pretend to leave?" Gu Changsheng heard Alliance Leader Yong Qing and immediately chuckled, his little dark face bearing a mischievous smile.

Yet, Alliance Leader Yong Qing didn’t grasp the sinister intentions of Gu Changsheng’s smile, and hearing those words, his old face bloomed into a smile as bright as a chrysanthemum.

"True departure is good! True departure is good! I have Yong Shu prepare some necessities for entering the mountain, they will be sent to you shortly!" Alliance Leader Yong Qing breathed a long sigh of relief, having made proper arrangements, "I still need to busy myself with the Divine Weapon Convention, so I cannot see you off, thus I’ll let my disciple Yong Shu take my place to send you off. You haven’t met the Jin Family’s boy from the hire list yet, and at the city gate with Yong Shu there, you won’t have to search for him. This way, I am reassured! If anything is neglected, I ask for your forgiveness!"

Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng narrowed his Phoenix Eyes slightly, looking at the candid expression on Alliance Leader Yong Qing’s old face, and her lips curled up with meaningful intent.

Indeed, the older you are, the wiser you become!

Even at this moment, Alliance Leader Yong Qing was still guarding against her!

Although Alliance Leader Yong Qing’s precautions are not without basis, Gu Changsheng suddenly felt that with such precautions from him, if she didn’t do something mischievous, she would almost feel guilty for his meticulous arrangements!

"No need to be so formal, having Yong Shu send us off is sufficient, Alliance Leader Yong Qing should not be so courteous." Though she was calculating her own plans, Gu Changsheng still graciously accepted the words from Alliance Leader Yong Qing.

"Very well, very well, then my wish is that you all may achieve your desires and return safely from the depths of the Divine Mountain!" Alliance Leader Yong Qing said this and immediately clasped his fists, "Upon your return, I will certainly prepare the finest wine in Smelting City to welcome and celebrate!"

"Then I’ll rely on Alliance Leader Yong Qing’s good words!" Gu Changsheng responded with a courteous bow.

Of course, if Alliance Leader Yong Qing hadn’t dispatched Yong Shu to monitor their departure, Gu Changsheng might consider his words to be genuinely sincere.

In truth, Alliance Leader Yong Qing was somewhat uneasy, worried that Gu Changsheng had the motive under the guise of entering the mountain to meddle with the Divine Weapon Convention, so he proposed having Yong Shu send them off!

But seeing Gu Changsheng accept so naturally, Alliance Leader Yong Qing suddenly thought he must have truly misjudged her with suspicion!

Who is the Southern Emperor?

The Southern Emperor is the Empress, a respected existence across the world, and she might not even care for a few Divine Weapons, right?

Maybe he was indeed overthinking...

With this thought in mind, Alliance Leader Yong Qing exchanged a few more pleasantries, and as the sun climbed high and the final ceremony of the Divine Weapon Convention approached, Alliance Leader Yong Qing could no longer delay. He summoned Yong Shu, gave a few instructions, and then took the lead in leaving to head toward the arena of the Divine Weapon Convention!

As head of the Mercenary Alliance, Alliance Leader Yong Qing could not be absent from the Divine Weapon Convention, but as a full-fledged Alliance Leader, it would be too conspicuous for him to personally send off Gu Changsheng, so after weighing the options, letting Yong Shu do the honors was the best solution...