Chapter 64

"Follow... follow me..."

Bai Chen's eyes widened in shock. Such a monstrous creature following him would not only be unpredictable, but even if it remained calm, it would be a huge burden.

Just standing on the street would surely clear a hundred feet around him.

This monster, a lethal weapon, would surely kill anyone who stood in its way, be it a person or a deity.

"This... this..."

"If you are unwilling, then just kill me, so I won't cause harm to the world in the future."

The massive figure sat on the ground, closed its eyes, and assumed a posture of submission.

Bai Chen was at a loss, having only heard of women threatening to die to force someone's hand, but this monster was actually playing the same trick.

"I'm not unwilling, but with your size, it would be quite inconvenient to have you around."

"That's no problem. As long as you provide me with a place to stay, I only wish to follow you."

"A place to stay?" Bai Chen thought for a moment. If he took him back to Wuliang Mountain, with its vast area, finding a cave for him to stay in wouldn't be difficult.

"Alright... since you are so sincere, follow me back to Wuliang Mountain."

Wuliang Sect is still too weak. Having such a terrifying combat monster as a guardian would prevent outsiders from coveting it.

"By the way, we've been through a lot together, but I don't even know your name."

"I've forgotten my name from when I was alive, but the person who turned me into a zombie gave me a title: Ekuí!"

"Ekuí? What a terrible name. From now on, I'll call you... hmm... Android! Yes, Android it is."

Bai Chen's mischievous side grew, knowing that others wouldn't understand what an Android was.

"Alright, from now on, I'll be called Android."

"Android, that name sounds strange." Qin Kelan frowned, her face showing confusion.

Seeing Bai Chen's mischievous smile, she knew there must be some obscure story behind the name.

But she couldn't figure out what was in this rascal's head.

Bai Chen grinned and whispered in Qin Kelan's ear, "If you're willing, we can make a little Android tonight."

Qin Kelan instantly understood the meaning behind Bai Chen's smile, her face turning red to her ears, and she glared at Bai Chen, "You bad guy."

"Qingzhou City is crowded and full of prying eyes. It's not good for Android to stay here too long." Medicine Venerable said worriedly, "If outsiders see him, it will surely spread."

"I'll take Android back to Wuliang Mountain tonight."

Although they were at Longhu Gate now, with so many disciples, it was easy for news to leak.

"I'll go with you." Qin Kelan held Bai Chen's thick hand, looking at him with a shy expression.

"Such a beautiful night, what a pity..." Bai Chen said regretfully.

"Mr. Bai, are you leaving tonight?"

At this moment, Long Xing walked in from outside the courtyard. His gaze toward Bai Chen was no longer casual, but filled with respect and friendliness.

After all, Bai Chen's cultivation was now on par with his, and he had a deep friendship with Qixiu. He also called the two Venerables brothers, making him far more respected than Long Xing, the head of Longhu Gate.

Plus, his mysterious master made him no longer the unknown youth from a dilapidated sect when he first came to Qingzhou City.

"Head Long, I've troubled your sect for these days and you saved me in a crisis. I am truly grateful. If there's anything I can do for you in the future, I will do my best to repay your kindness."

Bai Chen's gratitude toward Long Xing was genuine. Long Xing had treated him well, and though much of it was due to other factors, Longhu Gate had extended a helping hand to him several times, so Bai Chen naturally treated him sincerely.

"Mr. Bai, you're too kind. It's a small matter, and Longhu Gate has also benefited greatly from you. I should be the one to thank you."

The two exchanged pleasantries, but Long Xing's words were always somewhat reserved.

It seemed there was something he couldn't say.

"Head Long, if there's something on your mind, just say it. Brother Bai is a straightforward person and doesn't like beating around the bush." Medicine Venerable, seeing through the situation, spoke bluntly.

"There is a small matter. If Mr. Bai has time within half a year, perhaps you could visit Longhu Gate."

"Then I'll trouble you again, Head Long." Bai Chen was also straightforward, knowing that Long Xing didn't want to say more at the moment.

However, he sensed that Long Xing had been trying to win his favor, and something significant might happen within half a year.

Moreover, for Wuliang Sect to grow, it needed to cooperate more with Longhu Gate, whose name was quite influential in Qingzhou City.

Back when a young master from Danqi Sect went to Qingshui Town, the head of Shanzong had to treat Qin Youwei like a grandson.

Bai Chen wouldn't miss the opportunity to use Longhu Gate's influence.

...

No matter how bright the moon, it couldn't dispel the night's desolation. Qingzhou City was unusually quiet at night, with a curfew in place, and no one on the streets.

This wasn't the usual bustling Qingzhou City. It seemed the government had received word that Longhu Gate would have some special activities tonight, so they imposed a curfew as soon as it got dark.

Since the fall of Yin Xu Sect, Longhu Gate had become the dominant force in Qingzhou City, and the remaining Tiejun Sect was merely a pitiful remnant.

Almost everyone believed that Longhu Gate's dominance in Qingzhou City was just around the corner.

Thus, the government was particularly compliant, and whether or not Longhu Gate had such intentions, the people of Qingzhou City, from the government to the common folk, were already leaning toward Longhu Gate.

At midnight, a massive figure appeared on the street, towering over ten feet tall, it was Android.

Two figures sat on his broad shoulders, and Android didn't mind the couple flirting on his shoulders.

However, he was somewhat jealous of the two sitting on his shoulders, drinking wine.

"I've forgotten the taste of wine."

Looking at the familiar yet strange streets, he slowly recalled the past.

Sitting on Android's shoulders was far more comfortable than riding in a carriage. They soon reached the city gate.

However, the city gates were closed after the curfew, prohibiting entry and exit.

Looking at the forty-foot-high city wall, Bai Chen patted Android's shoulder, "Can you climb over?"

Android shook his head, "I can't climb over."

"What should we do? Break the city gate?" Qin Kelan looked at Bai Chen.

Breaking the city gate was easy, but attracting pursuers would be troublesome. After all, breaking the city gate was a capital offense, and even Longhu Gate might not be able to protect them.

Of course, whether they were caught was another matter. The Qingzhou government had no high-level experts, and catching Bai Chen and Android would be as difficult as climbing to the sky.

Android spoke in a rough voice, "No need, just hold on tight."

As he spoke, he took a few steps back.

Bai Chen was taken aback but quickly understood and immediately held Qin Kelan, tightly gripping the armor on Android's shoulders.

Suddenly, Android's steps paused, and he instantly charged toward the city wall.

With a powerful kick, Android's entire body soared into the air, like a giant bird spreading its wings, straight into the night sky.

Qin Kelan's heart raced as they rose over ten feet above the ground, the physical and mental impact was the most thrilling experience of her life.

Then came the impact of the descent, like a roller coaster, landing with a thud outside the city.

However, there was no expected jolt, but rather a smooth and comfortable landing.

This extreme contrast between movement and stillness gave the two on his shoulders an extraordinary sensory experience.

"Which direction is Wuliang Mountain?"

Bai Chen pointed a direction, and Android immediately started moving, like a speeding truck, racing through the night.

Bai Chen was used to this speed, as Android's speed was roughly eighty kilometers per hour.

However, Qin Kelan had never experienced such a sensation of rapid movement. Even the fastest horse she had ridden before couldn't match this speed.

Moreover, Android didn't feel tired, maintaining a steady speed even at full speed.

Bai Chen was very curious about how this creature, without a heartbeat, breathing, or circulation, generated energy.

However, as they entered the Qingshui Town area, the speed slowed down. The area was mostly mountainous and forested, with rugged terrain and dense trees, and they couldn't use the roads to avoid encountering night travelers.

At this moment, they heard the sound of swords clashing nearby.

Due to the quiet surroundings, they could hear it clearly. Without Bai Chen's command, Android immediately stopped.

Through the dense trees, they saw a group of figures gathered not far ahead.

On the other side, there was only one person, fighting off those trying to approach.

"It seems to be a conflict between two sects. Should we intervene?" Android asked in a low voice.

"No, the larger group has mediocre martial arts, but their movements are surprisingly consistent and well-coordinated, indicating they are from the government. The person surrounded is not strong, with chaotic sword techniques, but fights fiercely, likely a bandit."

Qin Kelan's cultivation might not match Bai Chen's or Android's, but her insight was sharp, and she could identify both sides by the moonlight.

"Oh, so it's the government capturing bandits." Android responded.

"No, if it were the government, why aren't the soldiers in uniform? Also, the government wouldn't risk their own casualties to capture the bandit alive. Look, many soldiers are injured or dead, yet they haven't captured the heavily wounded bandit, indicating they have strict orders not to harm him."

"That person seems familiar..."