Chapter 599: Chapter 598 I’m Going to Reserve It
"Huh?" Suddenly, Liu Zheng’s gaze landed on a vendor’s stall, for he had noticed something very strange. In front of the vendor’s spot was a sheepskin scroll.
Next to the stall were placed three wooden boxes. Liu Zheng walked over, picked up the sheepskin scroll, and examined it carefully.
On the sheepskin scroll were written the words ’Sichuan Map,’ and at the bottom right corner was a drawing. Liu Zheng scrutinized the drawing and found it to be a map of the central region of Sichuan, with a river depicted at the lower left corner.
Upon seeing the map, excitement filled Liu Zheng’s face instantaneously.
"I really did come at the right time. I never expected this map to exist in Sichuan, and that it’s even a map of Sichuan City, what an unexpected find!" Liu Zheng muttered to himself.
As Liu Zheng was immersed in his astonishment, a voice reached his ears, rousing him from his thoughts.
"Hey, lad, are you selling that sheepskin scroll?"
When he heard the voice, Liu Zheng looked up and saw a middle-aged man standing in front of him, his eyes fixed intently on the sheepskin scroll as he asked the question.
"Not for sale!" Liu Zheng said bluntly.
"Not for sale?" Upon hearing this reply, the middle-aged man froze for a moment, then a smile crept onto the corners of his lips as he spoke, "Young man, this is a map of Sichuan, worth a fortune. How could you possibly not sell it?"
"No matter how valuable it is, I won’t sell it!" Liu Zheng said.
"Oh? Why not? You should think it over. This map of Sichuan is worth a fortune. If you could sell it, you could exchange it for abundant resources for your clan!" the middle-aged man tried to persuade him again.
"I’m sorry, but I have decided on this map!" Liu Zheng shook his head as he spoke.
Seeing Liu Zheng’s resolute refusal, the middle-aged man’s expression darkened immediately, and he said in a stern voice, "Fine, since you do not wish to sell, so be it. I will not force you. After all, I’m still in need of a piece of sheepskin paper. Even if it costs me a great deal more, I will exchange for it!"
With that, the middle-aged man turned and left.
Watching the middle-aged man’s retreating figure, a hint of a cold smile appeared on the corner of Liu Zheng’s lips.
Clearly, the man did not want Liu Zheng to acquire the map. Therefore, he deliberately put on an air of arrogance in front of him, intending to pressure him with money.
"Hmph, once I find my martial uncle, I’ll see who can stop me from buying the map. Whoever dares take my map, I’ll cripple their martial arts, rendering them incapable of practicing martial techniques ever again!" Liu Zheng thought to himself.
"Alright, I should head back. I’ll stay here for the next few days," Liu Zheng murmured, then turned and headed toward the direction of the inn.
After returning to his room, Liu Zheng sat cross-legged on the bed, and from his storage ring, he took out a piece of jade stone.
"Master, you should have now reached Sichuan City," Liu Zheng whispered to himself.
"Mm, I have arrived and am preparing to head for Sichuan City!"
"Master, your disciple wishes to purchase a detailed map of Sichuan’s terrain. I wonder if you could help me see where would be suitable for me to go," Liu Zheng spoke.
"Oh? That place is quite simple, but I haven’t been out for a long time. Are you sure you can acquire a detailed geographical map?" Li Yunxiao’s voice sounded from the storage ring.
"Yes! Master, rest assured, I will definitely find a detailed map as soon as possible!" Liu Zheng assured confidently.
"Good, then let me tell you what I know about the detailed map now!" Li Yunxiao said with a laugh.
Moments later, Li Yunxiao explained the contents of the map.
"Ah, so that’s how it is. I understand now, I know what to do. Thank you, Master!" Liu Zheng said respectfully.
"Mm, there is no need for thanks between us!" Li Yunxiao said with a smile.
"By the way, Master, where have you reached now? I would like to pay you a visit!" Liu Zheng inquired.
"I have already arrived within the borders of Sichuan, but I do not wish to venture out during this period, so go on your own. If there is anything, you can come here to find me!" Li Yunxiao said indifferently.
"Hmm, I understand. After I return, I will pay you a visit, farewell!"
"Hmm!"
After speaking, Liu Zheng cut off the connection with Li Yunxiao and put away the Jade Talisman.
"Although my strength isn’t great now, I possess a special divine ability. As long as I have enough time, my strength will continue to grow. Once I become stronger, I won’t let go of anyone who bullied me and my friends and family!"
"However, my current strength is still too weak, so I can only endure it for the time being," Liu Zheng murmured.
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In the Shu region, within a certain estate.
In a luxurious room, a figure sat cross-legged on a cushion, his eyebrows slightly furrowed.
Suddenly, he opened his eyes, a sharp light flashing in them.
"I didn’t expect that in just a few days, that boy would have already reached the Shu region. It seems his luck is quite good!"
This figure was naturally Li Yunxiao.
"I wonder what level that boy’s cultivation has reached. It shouldn’t be lower than mine," Li Yunxiao frowned, talking to himself.
Thinking back to the situation he encountered in the Western Regions, a playful smile appeared on his lips, and he pondered secretly, "If that boy’s strength surpasses mine, I will kill him!"
"The more I think about it, the more thrilling it gets. I’ll go find him now and see if he can withstand my attack!"
As Li Yunxiao spoke, he walked directly out of the room and headed towards the territory of Shu.
As soon as Li Yunxiao stepped out of the door, he saw two men talking about something on the street not far away.
These two men’s clothing was embroidered with a long sword, and on the sword were two ancient and domineering characters: ’Zhao’.
"Zhao Jian, who is this person? Why has he appeared in your caravan?" Li Yunxiao’s brow furrowed as he asked out loud.
"What? This kid is from your caravan? Is he one of you Zhao Jian’s people?" Hearing this, Zhao Jian’s face turned angry as he shouted, "Who do you think you are? Do you know who Zhao Jian is? How dare you question Zhao Jian?"
"Hehe, indeed, this kid’s strength is really strong. Unfortunately, he has violated our Zhao Jian’s taboo. Today, I will remove this scourge on behalf of Zhao Jian!" Another man sneered, a bone-chilling murderous aura emanating from his body.
Seeing the two men’s attitude, Li Yunxiao guessed that they were from the caravan, but they looked at him with disdain and contempt as if he were something dirty.
Li Yunxiao’s eyebrows curved with mocking scorn, "Your Zhao Jian? What kind of trash is this so-called Zhao Jian you speak of?"
"You’re courting death!"
Hearing Li Yunxiao’s insult towards Zhao Jian, Zhao Jian roared in anger and struck out with his palm.
An unrivaled turbulent energy surged into his arm, transforming into a giant palm, and slammed fiercely towards Li Yunxiao.
Zhao Jian’s strength had evidently reached the pinnacle of Martial Ancestor realm, and he was even faintly touching the threshold of Martial Emperor. He was just one step away from stepping into the ranks of the Martial Emperor.
Seeing Zhao Jian’s attack, Li Yunxiao’s eyes showed a look of horror, and he hurriedly urged fifty percent of his True Yuan power to meet it.
"Bang bang!"
The collision of fist and palm caused an explosion.
Li Yunxiao’s body was directly blown away, landing on the ground.
