Master was leaving. Though I was reluctant, I waved goodbye to him:
“Master, safe travels!”
Master smiled, his form growing ethereal, and vanished before my eyes.
I was once again plunged into darkness.
Not a speck of light…
When I opened my eyes again, it was already daytime the next day.
Sitting up in bed, I recalled Master’s words and took a deep breath.
Now that my body had mostly recovered, it was time to carry out the tasks entrusted by the Dao Alliance.
Contacting the Fox Clan and Wudi Laomu from Black Mud Cave.
With these thoughts in mind, I quickly got up, washed, and went to Wanshou Tang across the way.
Uncle-Master was listening to music, sitting in a rocking chair, sipping his morning wine and humming.
“The ice wheel on the island first turns the vine, seeing the Jade Rabbit, the Jade Rabbit rises in the east again…”
His voice was long and resonant, full of charm.
Seeing Uncle-Master humming so enthusiastically, I didn’t greet him immediately.
It wasn’t until Uncle-Master finished the line, opened his eyes, and saw me standing at the door that he stopped and asked:
“Xiao Qin, something wrong?”
After speaking, Uncle-Master hummed a couple more times.
I took two steps forward:
“Uncle-Master, my injuries have almost healed.
I’m planning to go practice with the Fox Clan and Wudi Laomu. Do you have any advice?”
Upon hearing that I was discussing serious matters, Uncle-Master turned off the radio.
Then he stood up:
“I don’t have any specific advice, but as long as you are sincere, I believe both these great demonic immortal powers will lend a hand!
However, speaking of this.
Uncle-Master also wants to brief you.
The Dao Alliance has already set a date.
The ninth day of next month, they will launch an attack on the Black Demon Cult’s main altar.
The news has been released, but only a few people know about it so far…”
“The ninth of next month!”
I murmured the date.
Uncle-Master nodded:
“That’s right. The Black Demon Cult’s main altar is located in our Sichuan region.
Five hundred li northwest, in the Daba Mountains.
The location has been scouted. This time, the Dao Alliance intends to strike with overwhelming force and wipe out the Black Demon Cult in one fell swoop.
However, if the other three major powers assist, that would be even better.
At the same time, it would increase mutual trust and strengthen our relationships…”
“Alright, then I’ll head to Nanshan Cemetery tonight to see Rat Grandma.
Then I’ll head into the mountains to see if I can contact the Fox Clan…”
Since Hu Mei hadn’t returned, I could only go see Rat Grandma first.
But Uncle-Master shook his head at this moment:
“You won’t be able to see her. Shu Guifang has already left Nanshan Cemetery and gone to Wudi Cave.”
Hearing Uncle-Master’s words, I was slightly taken aback.
Rat Grandma had left Nanshan Cemetery, so where would I contact Wudi Laomu?
“Uncle-Master, what should we do then?”
Uncle-Master smiled:
“That’s no problem. There are still about twenty days until the ninth of next month, so we have plenty of time.
How about this, when Xiao Mo arrives later.
We’ll coordinate our time and then go together to Black Mud Ridge Wudi Cave to make a request.
If you are sincere, you should be able to meet Wudi Laomu.”
“Go, go to Black Mud Ridge!”
I was somewhat surprised.
Because I had heard from Xiao Mei before that Wudi Cave in Black Mud Ridge, like their Fox Mountain, was a core area for the Gray Fox families.
Outsiders were absolutely forbidden from approaching.
Moreover, I didn’t even know where Black Mud Ridge was located.
Seeing my surprised look, Uncle-Master smiled and nodded:
“Yes, to Black Mud Ridge. I know where that place is, but I’m not sure about the location of Wudi Cave.
But it’s not a big problem. That area is the territory of the Gray family.
Once we get there, we can find any Gray Immortal and pass the message in.
Whether Wudi Laomu agrees to meet or not is up to her.
After this is done, we’ll figure out a way to contact Fox Clan’s Hu Santainai.”
Hearing Uncle-Master’s words, I finally understood.
It turned out Uncle-Master had already arranged everything, and was just waiting for me and Lao Mo’s injuries to heal.
Because Uncle-Master knew very well that he didn’t have the karmic favor with Wudi Laomu.
If someone had to ask, it had to be me.
After all, it was through my intervention that Wudi Laomu agreed to help the Black Demon Palace, which led to the Gray Immortals coming to our aid.
Since Uncle-Master had made all the arrangements, I didn’t say much more:
“Alright, I’ll do as Uncle-Master says.”
Uncle-Master nodded, without any further ado.
He sat back in his rocking chair and resumed humming opera.
I sat in the shop, waiting for Lao Mo to come to work.
After about twenty minutes, Lao Mo arrived by car.
However, Xiao Yao came with him.
The two had progressed to holding hands, and I saw them laughing and talking from afar.
Watching them looked so “sickly” sweet, it made my heart ache with envy…
As soon as Lao Mo and Xiao Yao entered the shop, they greeted Uncle-Master:
“Master!”
“Master!”
“Oh, isn’t Old Qin in seclusion today?”
“Senior Brother Qin.”
I nodded with an “mm” and smiled at the two of them.
Xiao Yao was still blushing and quickly let go of Lao Mo’s hand.
Uncle-Master opened his eyes again:
“Xiao Yao is here too!”
“Yes, Master. I’m off today, not working! So I asked Senior Brother Mo to drive me over.”
Uncle-Master was also aware of their relationship, as it was obvious to everyone.
Uncle-Master didn’t ask further.
He just continued:
“Today, I’ve made an important decision.
I plan to go to Black Mud Ridge Wudi Cave with Xiao Qin to invite the Gray family’s Wudi Laomu to join forces with the Dao Alliance.
To jointly encircle and suppress the Black Demon Cult.
Lao Mo, you’ll drive, and come with us.
Xiao Yao, see if you can spare some time.
If you have time, we’ll all go together…”