Chapter 265 - Town

Chapter 265 - Town

Usually, it was the others’ responsibility to obtain information. But, this time was different; his direction of inquiry was related to the Surveillance Bureau. It was simply far too dangerous for others to inquire about these mysterious and unpredictable entities.

However, Li Huowang didn’t have to be concerned about that. His newly acquired powers gave him a distinct advantage in his investigation.

As long as he kept his illusion underground, his physical body could stay outside while staying hidden.

And in any case, if he was targeted, then he had nothing to worry about. His sharp senses would allow him to anticipate those threats earlier.

All the people were scattered throughout the town like white sesame seeds on a pancake. Everybody was busy with their things until nightfall when they finally all gathered again at the inn.

“Senior Li, I’ve sold all of the sheep. People were in a frenzy to get these sheep as soon as they knew that they came from Qing Qiu! I also bought some refined grains. I couldn’t even poop normally after eating whole grains every day the past few days,” said Puppy as he walked side-by-side with Zhao Wu and playfully handed the heavy silver coins to Li Huowang.

“Give it to Zhao Wu to manage. He normally handles the accounts,” instructed Li Huowang.

Feeling a bit low-spirited, Li Huowang turned and walked into his room. As he lay on the bed, he felt the piercing pain in his feet due to walking all day.

If there was anything worse than catching the attention of the Surveillance Bureau, that would be not being able to find any information about them at all. He knew that finding the Surveillance Bureau in just one day was improbable, but he couldn’t help feeling discouraged.

This way of searching won’t work. It’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack. I must come up with a different strategy to connect with the Surveillance Bureau as soon as possible.

Li Huowang rubbed his forehead, contemplating his next steps in the dark room.

At that moment, a pair of hands with long, sharp black nails reached out from under the bed as they removed Li Huowang’s shoes and socks before gently soaking his weary feet in warm water. At the same time, the pitch-black room fell into silence, devoid of any sound.

The tranquility lasted for an entire hour before Li Huowang broke the silence himself.

In the following period, Li Huowang went to great lengths in order to locate the Surveillance Bureau in Liang Kingdom. He went out early and returned late, gathering information from the town residents.

Li Huowang decided to overlook those who died or were cursed because he knew that such insignificant instances would only draw the attention of Shamans or local mediums, and not the Surveillance Bureau.

Having been in this world for quite some time, Li Huowang also understood what kind of existence the Surveillance Bureau was and what they cared about.

The Surveillance Bureau only ever focused on significant events, such as large-scale disasters that could lead to the death of tens of thousands. For example, the town that was massacred by the Sitting Oblivion Dao, or events that defied the laws set by the Imperial Court.

However, such matters that could attract the attention of the Surveillance Bureau were not all that common. After searching for a while, Li Huowang didn’t find any paranormal or evil occurrences. However, he did hear a lot of gossip and rumors about various trivial matters.

Of course, Li Huowang knew that if he took off the copper coin mask on his face and revealed that he was the Strayed One, it would undoubtedly attract the attention of the Surveillance Bureau immediately. However, that was not what he wanted.

Late into the night, Bai Lingmiao gently opened her eyes as she lay on the bed while looking at Li Huowang, who was fast asleep next to her with his head covered. A trace of concern crept into her heart.

Every day, Senior Li wakes up before dawn, and only returns after I’ve gone to sleep. I’m also not sure what he’s in search of.

Bang, bang, bang!

Someone violently banged on the door as an eager voice sounded from outside the room, “Master! I’ve done it! I now have supernatural powers!”

The moment this voice sounded, Li Huowang abruptly opened his eyes, fixing his bloodshot gaze on the door. It was Lu Xiucai’s voice. He sat up right away, lifted the covers, and walked toward the door.

Li Huowang had just put on his shoes when he suddenly remembered something. He turned to look at Bai Lingmiao on the bed and asked, “How is it going? Have you found your home?”

In response, Bai Lingmiao nodded with a hint of a smile in her eyes. She reached under the pillow and took out a map, handing it over. “Senior Li, I have found it, but you’ve been going out a lot lately, and I haven’t had a chance to tell you.”

Li Huowang quickly unfolded the map and saw various winding lines, among which a red line stood out, leading to the Cowheart Mountain.

“The merchant who sold the map said that if we are using an ox-cart, it would probably take us about a month. It would be faster on horseback, but unfortunately, none of us know how to ride horses.”