342: Entering Xunyang 342: Entering Xunyang Wave Viewing Tower, top floor.
A young man in a black robe approached the window-side private room.
“Old Xu, it seems everyone has set off?” The young man asked as soon as he entered.
Xu Fengtian nodded, “Yes, Wang Xu, you came a bit late.”
“Haha, not late, not late. As long as there’s food, it’s fine. The Gui Xiang Stewed Duck from Wave Viewing Tower is top-notch, paired with Tide Sound Wine, absolutely delicious! I already instructed the shop to prepare it on my way up. It should be coming soon.”
Xu Fengtian couldn’t help but shake his head at the comment, “There’s a recruit from your Vermilion Bird unit here. I heard Xuanwu Imperial also took an interest in this recruit. Aren’t you a bit curious?”
Wang Xu waved his hand dismissively, “Hey, anyone who can enter our Sky Patrol Department is a good recruit.”
“That’s true…” Xu Fengtian nodded, feeling that made sense.
Wang Xu suddenly leaned closer and asked with a smile, “Since you’ve seen them, tell me, how is the person?”
Xu Fengtian was speechless for a moment, then after a brief thought, replied, “Can’t tell much. Didn’t talk much either. Compared to the other distinct personalities, this one seemed quite ordinary.”
“Oh?” Wang Xu’s interest was piqued even further, “In that case, perhaps they’re not ordinary at all.”
Xu Fengtian nodded. The recruits for this task were carefully selected, all with scores far exceeding the average recruit. How could they be ordinary?
In a group of extraordinary people, seeming ordinary often meant they were even more extraordinary.
“Dishes are here!” A voice came from outside.
Wang Xu said, “Bring them in.”
Gui Xiang Stewed Duck, Xiting Lake Crab, Glutinous Rice Cake… Various fresh dishes were carefully brought in by three waiters, filling most of the table.
“Please enjoy. If you need anything, just call us,” the waiter said courteously.
Wang Xu waved his hand, “Alright, you may leave.”
Xu Fengtian stared in surprise, “You were serious?”
Xu Fengtian tore a duck leg and started eating.
“Of course. In life, enjoyment is key. Good wine, good meat, and beautiful scenery should be savored. Otherwise, what are we cultivating for?”
Xu Fengtian solemnly said, “Of course, it’s to pursue the Upper Realm!”
“Upper Realm?” Wang Xu shook his head slightly, “Even with the hope of Burning Sun, the position of King Level is not easy to contend for…”
Xu Fengtian replied, “Earth Tribulation is approaching. It is both a catastrophe and an opportunity. Perhaps both of us will have a chance!”
Wang Xu laughed, “For that slim chance, who knows how many people will die? Old Xu, if you want to fight for it, you’d better be mentally prepared.”
“Even if we don’t fight, as people of the Sky Patrol Department, we can’t avoid it. It might be better to fight.”
“Not being able to avoid it and being at the center of the whirlpool are two different things.”
Xu Fengtian was momentarily speechless, pondering silently.
Indeed, everything had degrees. Being at the center of the whirlpool could mean certain death for ordinary people!
Wang Xu laughed and poured wine for Xu Fengtian, “Come, come, eat and drink well. Don’t think too much for now. I know your cultivation has improved over the years. Let’s first advance to Burning Sun.”
Xu Fengtian nodded and ate quickly, “Then let’s eat quickly. We still have to keep an eye on those little guys.”
Wang Xu leisurely drank a sip of wine, “No rush. After entering the Xunyang Domain tomorrow, we might encounter the first wave of obstacles…”
Xu Fengtian pondered, “The difficulty of this task seems a bit high. With the list leaked early, everyone who should come will surely come, especially towards the end…”
Wang Xu shook his head and said seriously, “If we can’t even complete this escort task, how can we handle the other matter?”
Speaking of this, Wang Xu’s expression turned slightly serious.
The participants of this task, whether it was Xiong Chunyang of the West Desert Twelve Evil Stars, Tang Jiao, the best from the Northern Military District’s Special Forces, Lin Chongyun, the contemporary disciple of Zicheng Mountain, or Su Yuan, known as the number one student of the Great Flame, were all extraordinarily talented.
Gathering these elite recruits for this task was actually a step to find the right candidates for another mission…
The Xunyang Domain was an expansive area to the northwest of the Great Flame.
In this vast region, bathed in sunlight all year round, the concentration of Fire Elements was high, producing a large amount of fire-related materials annually, both high and low quality.
Additionally, there were many fire-related Secret Realms. Over 50% of the Star Card Masters in this region were focused on the Fire Element.
To travel from the Great Flame to Yanluo Country, one had to pass through the western part of the Xunyang Domain.
At this moment, more than a day had passed since departure.
Even with the prison transport, the Detention Team’s speed wasn’t slow, as they were all at Shining Star Level!
Among the advancing Detention Team, the escort personnel from the North Pole Prison occasionally chatted.
As for Su Yuan and the other three, there wasn’t much to say.
If not for this task, they would still be strangers.
After yesterday, Xiong Chunyang was even running alone at the front of the team.
Su Yuan, Tang Jiao, and Lin Chongyun were at the back of the team.
After passing through the plains and entering the rugged hills, Su Yuan noticed the surrounding air becoming hotter.
“This area is already part of the Xunyang Domain. Be cautious! Also, it’s getting dark, stay alert!”