TY Chapter 17: Visitor at the Back Mountain

TY Chapter 17: Visitor at the Back Mountain

Inquired about the condition of the mountain at the back, Lu Chen nodded his head and asked, Yes. Do you intend to head to the tea mountain?Visit no(v)eLb(i)n.com for the best novel reading experience

A hint of joy appeared on the face of the youth. He nodded his head and he cupped his hands again once again as he smiled politely to Lu Chen, May I trouble you with another question Do you know if there is a location known as Flying Swallow Crag on the tea mountain?

Lu Chen hesitated before shaking his head, No, I have lived here for quite a long period of time. I am very familiar with the tea mountain but there isnt a place called Flying Swallow Crag on it.

The youth was a little surprised. He didnt expect that he would hear such a reply. He muttered under his breath, That shouldnt be. She obviously said that it is the tea mountain of this Clear Stream Village.

Lu Chen smiled, Perhaps. Anyway, this is the Clear Stream Village and the tea mountain, no doubt about it. Just that, I have really never seen the Flying Swallow Crag before. Why dont you try looking for it up there?

The youth pondered and then nodded his head in agreement, What you said makes sense.

Lu Chen turned his body to open up a path for him. He pointed to the green mountain at the back and said, You can follow this rock pavement by the stream, you will eventually reach the foot of the mountain. Then, there are around a dozen paths you can take up to the mountain. You can just pick any one of it.

A dozen paths? The youth seemed to be a little surprised.

Lu Chen smiled, There are people growing Spirit Tea Leaves on the side of the mountain facing us. Since there are many people moving to and fro from the mountains, it is natural for there to be many paths.

The youth came to a realisation and smiled, No wonder it is called tea mountain. Thank you. After those words, he proceeded forward.

Lu Chen watched the youth as he passed by him. Glancing shortly at his back figure, he turned around and continued walking on. Then, a sudden yell was heard from behind. It was the voice of the youth from just moments ago, That big brother over there, can you halt for a moment?

Hmm, just this short moment and I turned from a brother to a big brother? Lu Chen turned around. He wasnt really put off by his new address. Rather, he looked curiously at the youth who ran over from the distance on the bluestone pavement. Lu Chen smiled, Whats wrong?

TL: One is more for addressing strangers while the other one is for addressing close buddies.

Hong Chuan was overjoyed. He pressed on immediately, Could you tell me where the location is?

Lu Chen contemplated for a moment and responded, The front half of the tea mountain comprise mainly tea gardens. The back mountain is slightly more steep and treacherous and it is split into two foothills, east and west. On the west foothill lies a lake whereas on the east, theres is a rarely seen natural depression. When the sun starts to set and the sky turns yellow, a few thousand Rock Swallows will fly from the depression to hunt for food. They would turn the sky dark, there is really quite a swarm of them.

At this point, Lu Chen paused for a moment and then continued, That is probably the only place that is similar to what you described to me. However, the locals call that place Mourning Ghost Chasm, I have never really heard anyone call it Flying Swallow Crag.

Hong Chuans was full of delight. He nodded his head as he bowed deeply to Lu Chen, saying, I am very grateful to the guidance of big brother Lu. After that, he thanked Chen for another three more times before turning around to leave with large steps.

Lu Chen smiled as he look at Hong Chuan moving hurriedly to the tea mountains. He thought for a moment before he continued moving on towards the village. Not too long later, he arrived back at the tavern.

At the moment, the taverns doors were wide open. It was clear that they were open for business. However, when Lu Chen took a peek inside, he realised that the tavern was completely empty. There wasnt a single customer; the taverns business didnt seem to be going well.

He chuckled and walked in.

Old Ma was sitting behind the counter with a dazed expression. Upon hearing footsteps, a look of joy emerged on his face and he asked immediately, Please take a seat. What alcohol would you like

Before he could say drink, he saw Lu Chens face appearing before him. Old Mas body sunk immediately. He humphed and greeted, Sit anywhere you want.

Lu Chen smiled, You sure are unreasonable. Am I not considered a customer? Ignoring how you dont entertain me, are you reluctant to even give a smile?

Old Ma smiled patronisingly, If you are willing to foot the bill, I would be willing to smile for the whole day for you.

The youth pondered for a moment. He seemed a little hesitant but he nodded his head eventually as he admitted, I am a Hong Chuan, a disciple from Kunlun Sect. May I ask what is brothers name? How could you tell my origins?

TL: Hong Chuan was really polite throughout the conversation, putting himself in a lower position.