luo jia shan ju
Chapter 222 Decryption Complete
Rouyi and I organized the deciphered content and obtained a long poem. Just as I had initially suspected, the poem appeared to describe scenery but actually marked a route.
In other words, someone had inscribed this long poem on a stone tablet somewhere, indicating a destination unknown to those who came later.
Now, the location of the stone tablet is unknown, and the direction indicated is unclear, leaving only a long poem indicating the route—
"From the heavens, the Yellow River flows, rushing into the sea.
Jade belt passes through mountains, twin peaks hide in the wilderness.
Treading clouds, following the wind, clear Ying washes living springs.
Behold the white wilderness, green reflects tiger rocks.
Coiled dragon dwells with phoenix, where Wuxiang arises.
Zen practitioners often gather, candle dance illuminates the long constant.
Golden Light Celestial Venerable descends, mortal enters the immortal path.
Green lantern locks the human soul, Dao heart offers to the Three Purities."
After Rouyi deciphered these verses and handed them to me, she went to her bedroom to rest. She slept very soundly, a clear indication of the fatigue from days of intense work.
Rouyi had really had a hard time these past few days.
I read through the verses several times, still feeling lost, unsure of what secrets were hidden within these verses that lacked meter and rhyme.
I rubbed my forehead, wanting to seek help from someone knowledgeable. I racked my brain, trying to recall if anyone I knew had studied ancient poetry or geography, but after thinking for a long time, I had no clue.
I figured Rouyi probably didn't know anyone like that either. I was certain that the location indicated by the poem was within China, and seeking answers about Chinese geography from foreigners would be completely counterproductive.
Wait a minute—that's not right! I suddenly realized that there were many Chinese geography experts in the Z organization. They not only had in-depth knowledge of geography but were also skilled at tracking. Back when we first escaped, we were targeted by tracking experts. Fortunately, Fatty had experience in counter-surveillance and counter-tracking, or else we would have been finished long ago.
I thought of Dodge, who was still in the Z organization. Seeking Dodge's help might be a viable option.
As I picked up my phone, intending to contact Dodge, it suddenly rang.
The caller was Dodge himself. I was stunned for a second, briefly thinking that I was the one who had made the call.
"Hello? Dodge?"
"It's me, Dodge. Is that Zhao Chenguang on the line?"
"Of course, it's me. You're the one calling me, so don't you know who I am? I happen to have something to ask you about..."
Before I could finish, Dodge interrupted me, "Wait a moment. I have something very important to tell you."
"Okay, go ahead..."
"I know where Dr. Han went, but now there's a new problem. The Z organization is getting suspicious of my investigation, and they've also discovered your existence. So... you and Rouyi need to leave your current place immediately."
"Where should Rouyi and I go?"
Dodge's tone suddenly became urgent, "I already called Fatty. He knows the location. He and Jennifer are driving over to you, and they should be there in about half an hour. Quickly pack up your important belongings and get ready to leave. If you notice that people from the Z organization are already approaching you, then you and Rouyi should leave immediately and find a safe location. Then, contact me later."
After Dodge finished speaking, he hung up in a hurry. I felt like something might have gone wrong on Dodge's end as well.
Half an hour—I suddenly panicked. Would we have enough time?
Without delay, I quickly woke Rouyi up from bed. She was still half-asleep.
"Something's wrong, Rouyi," I said anxiously.
"What?" Rouyi was still groggy and didn't hear me clearly.
"Something's wrong. The people from the Z organization are coming."
"What!" Rouyi woke up immediately. She sat up abruptly, looking at me in shock.
"Dodge just called and said that something went wrong during his investigation of Han Yu. The Z organization has discovered us now. They've mainly noticed my existence, and they're tracking us. We don't know the specifics yet, but from Dodge's words, it doesn't sound good," I said thoughtfully. "We have half an hour to prepare, so we need to evacuate immediately."
"Half an hour? Where are we evacuating to?" Rouyi asked慌忙.
"Fatty and the others are on their way to pick us up."
As soon as I finished speaking, Rouyi quickly got out of bed to pack her things.
The most critical items, the rubbed old paper and the deciphered verses, were packed into a backpack by Rouyi. Then, she stuffed some daily necessities and clothes into a small suitcase.
I didn't know where Rouyi pulled out a small first-aid kit-like object, stuffing it into the corner of the suitcase. It seemed that Rouyi had prepared for such emergencies after the first escape.
In about twenty minutes, Rouyi had prepared everything. I barely intervened at all, and I had to admire Rouyi's efficiency.
I observed the surroundings at the door, finding no suspicious individuals or vehicles. Rouyi lived in an affluent area, and the streets were clean, with no cover, so any movements would be easily observed. Everything seemed normal. Now, I just needed to wait for Fatty and Jennifer to arrive.
After waiting for a while, Fatty drove a modified SUV into my field of vision. This SUV was wider than a normal car, and the exterior was reinforced, resembling a military-grade armored car.
Fatty was driving the SUV way over the speed limit. I felt like he was going 100 mph in this 60 mph zone. He drove the car in front of Rouyi's house and slammed on the brakes, stopping immediately. I felt like the car's rear wheels lifted up.
After the car stopped, Fatty immediately lowered the window and shouted to Rouyi and me, "Get in the car! Quick! Quick! Quick!"