Chapter 2, The Unnamed's Final Testament.

It was truly a nonsensical statement, yet the passerby, upon hearing it, burst into hearty laughter

It seems that Xiao Shang is also unaware. Although in the past, Father always patted his chest and assured that the future daughter-in-law would be an exceptional beauty, Sun Wu does not trust his father's aesthetic judgment. This is because he often drinks with his sister, and when drunk, he claims that she is the most beautiful woman in the village. Such a perspective is truly unsettling; a blind marriage of this kind is absolutely unacceptable

The people who heard these words burst into loud laughter, and no one took the little girl's threat seriously. Only Sun Wu, standing nearby, was drenched in cold sweat. Having grown up together, he knew very well how serious Xiao Shang was when she made threats. The loud laughter of these people was tantamount to already having one foot in the gates of hell.

Sun Wu was not unaware of the warning given by Xiao Shang, but as he looked at the people running around him, each wore an expression of joy and anticipation, as if they were about to welcome some good fortune. Following these people, he should not encounter any danger.

However, since I have already taken this step, I have the obligation to handle the aftermath. It is not that my father is forcibly taking a bride, but rather that he is arranging a marriage for me, thus I bear a share of the responsibility.

Upon contemplating this issue, Sun Wu felt a surge of fervor rush to his chest, a strong desire to immediately head south and take a look. However, this passionate sentiment seemed to lack the appreciation of his companions

Are you worried that they will go hungry? You should be more concerned about yourself first! Tell me, how do you plan to have your meals?

"Father said that this is the marriage he arranged for you during his travels in his early years. You just need to take these tokens and go to the door, and you will have a wife."

If Wanzilou is truly dangerous, they shouldn't be laughing so happily, right? Since they are laughing like this, they must be going for some good reason

Several gentlemen, this clothing seems a bit ... ...

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Hooray

Seeing Xiao Shang's eager demeanor, it was evident that he was intent on venturing into the tiger's den. Sun Wu hurriedly intervened, not wanting to stir up trouble at such a critical moment, and forcibly pulled Xiao Shang away, unexpectedly arriving at the commercial street in the city.

At first, Sun Wu only had slight doubts, but those speculations were confirmed in subsequent observations. He and Xiao Shang encountered several cavalry charges, and each time, people scrambled to avoid them. The cavalry surged down the road, not only overturning stalls by the roadside but also, when they encountered people who were slow to dodge, they unhesitatingly drove their horses forward, brutally knocking individuals down. Amid the sounds of broken bones and anguished cries, they galloped away, as if they had merely crushed a few insects, rather than lives of beings of the same species.

Wow! Please don't do that!

Little Shang, do you have any magical artifacts that can assist this uncle

The girl spoke as if it were a matter of course, and Sun Wu, who had long given up the opportunity to be angry, could only accept it all

Sun Wu had not yet recovered from his astonishment when Xiao Shang beside him suddenly patted him on the shoulder

Unable to catch his breath, the unfortunate severely injured individual succumbed to his injuries. Sun Wu lifted the hand that the man had desperately raised before his death, opening the tightly clenched fingers to reveal a grayish circular lens. He did not know what it was, nor did he know the exact location of Wan Zi Lou, but since this person had died while delivering something, Wan Zi Lou should not be far from here, perhaps even within this city.

Extra! Extra! The selection of the imperial envoy for disaster relief in Jiangnan has been announced!

"No one minds anymore, right? Hahahaha! I'm leaving now!"

Sun Wu was puzzled by Xiao Shang's actions, yet he noticed that she did not change her expression; her icy face remained as cold as ever, making one shiver. She stood with her hands on her hips in front of the several children, speaking in a cold tone.

Let theory remain in the realm of theory! I have found that the things my sister taught me should still be used judiciously according to the situation. In less populated areas, it is easier to encounter corpses. This time, let us follow the crowd!

The problem that Sun Wu was troubled by, Xiao Shang resolved without a second thought. She walked out onto the street, casually grabbed a passerby, pointed at Sun Wu with one hand, and asked directly: "My brother is looking for Bao Gu Niang, where is Wan Zi Lou?"

However, your sister often said in the past that one should avoid crowded places, as when many people gather together, there are bound to be many undesirable occurrences

"Hahaha, little sister, do you know that robbing on the street is against the law"

Well, they are all going to Wanzi Tower. We will follow them there, hand over the items to the lady in the tower and Miss Tushubao, and that will resolve one of our concerns

Xiao Shang suddenly stood up and walked towards the center of the street. In the street center, there were more than ten children, around seven or eight years old, dressed quite decently, clearly from affluent families, who were playing and having fun, seemingly very happy. When they saw an older sister walking over, they were all startled.

Sun Wu hurriedly stopped Xiao Shang from firing the red light. At that moment, the severely injured person on the ground seemed to realize that death was imminent, straining to keep their eyes open and speaking to the only pair of young man and woman before them.

Oh, foraging on your own...? If you had said so earlier, it would have been much simpler

Xiao Shang took out more than ten envelopes from the fragrant pouch at his waist. The seals were not glued shut, but the envelopes had already turned yellow, clearly indicating that they were quite old and had seen considerable passage of time

"How could such a thing happen? If they were to distribute money to the common people, they wouldn't be a gang. All the rogues in the world are rogues; they are already too busy exploiting the common people. Is there really such a kind-hearted rogue?"

The more he thought about it, the more his head ached. Sun Wu unconsciously held his head and gently shook it. A small hand reached over from the side, tugging at his sleeve. Turning to look, he saw Xiao Shang's frowning expression.

Upon hearing that one could eat to their fill, the first thought that flashed through Sun Wu's mind was to attend a certain banquet. The host had strict requirements regarding the attire of guests; one could not enter without dressing appropriately. However, when he put on that cotton coat, he felt something was amiss. This coat was not only dirty and tattered, but it was also covered in patches, stained on the outside, and infested with fleas on the inside, causing an immediate itch upon wearing it. How could such clothing be considered presentable? In contrast, his original clothes, while not perfect, were at least clean and tidy, and certainly better than this ragged cotton coat.

There are people inside the walls, and there are also people in the trees; the public security in this city is truly chaotic

Sun Wu left the scene with Xiao Shang, carefully avoiding the crowd that noticed them along the way. He specifically chose to walk through some secluded alleys, intending to find a quiet place to have a thorough discussion with Xiao Shang about her behavior

"Dressed like this, how will you be able to present yourselves properly? This is quite inappropriate. Come, come, change your clothes, and then we can have a good meal together."

This speculation reinforced Sun Wu's thoughts, but he still wanted to inquire among the crowd nearby, curious to see what the commotion ahead was all about. If it were a gang's birthday celebration or some similar joyous occasion involving the underworld, he would politely decline to get involved. Otherwise, given that Liangshan Marsh was home to bandits and outlaws, and considering his own background, if he were to become further entangled in the underworld, it would truly be problematic.

"What a precious girl, what a cheap girl, I don't know them, but going to Wanzi Building to find a girl is definitely the right choice. Just follow the group ahead; they are going to Wanzi Building. However, little brother, at your age... sigh..."

After the initial shock, reason gradually clarified the context of the entire incident. Sun Wu recalled that the fatal injuries of the first deceased might have been inflicted by the second deceased, who was lurking in the trees. The purpose of this individual, besides murder, was likely to seize an object, which, in this case, was the lens that had now fallen into his own hands

"... ... Killing is also."

Even someone as inexperienced in worldly affairs as Sun Wu understands that such disaster relief efforts are inevitably led by high-ranking officials appointed by the court. However, the text on this flyer is very brief and does not mention the official's title at all; it does not seem to be a formal designation, merely consisting of three simple characters.

Surrounded by the ridicule of the villagers, Sun Wu did not feel sad; on the contrary, he frequently nodded in agreement, believing they were not wrong. However, despite their laughter, the villagers displayed their humanity by noticing that the clothing of the two siblings was inappropriate and called out to help them arrange a set of garments.

Sun Wu immediately recognized that this person was beyond saving. He had multiple severe injuries, particularly a deep wound on his lower abdomen, from which even his intestines were protruding. It was truly remarkable that he could still hide here and disguise himself as part of the wall

Oh, so the southern region is experiencing a major flood! I didn't notice anything while at Liangshan Marsh! Huh, this name is quite strange; are there any high-ranking officials in the court with the surname Zheng?

"Xiao Shang, before you left home, did you not take anything with you? You should have prepared at least a little, right? Even if you left empty-handed, did your sister and father not give you anything?"

Those two children are truly strange

The sudden destruction operation caught everyone off guard. By the end, when Sun Wu opened his palm, apart from a pile of charred ashes, only two items remained: a piece of a gold lock and a jade pendant, both emitting a faint iridescent glow from within the ashes, clearly indicating they were not ordinary objects, yet Sun Wu could not identify what they were.

This person is capable of disguising themselves against the wall using a special silk cloth as thin as paper, without revealing any flaws; one could say they possess considerable skill. However, this person is now covered in blood, their breath shallow, and they appear to be on the verge of death.

Not quite sure, there should be quite a few friends! It depends on how you define friendship; as long as there are mutual interests, you and that Nalan Yuandie can also be considered friends

Wow, I just wanted to ask if you know what Wan Zi Lou is, not to have you deal with a corpse

( Aren't we supposed to go to Wanzi Building? Why are we running together with the starving people? This is not good! The place they are heading to can't be ... ... )

"Alas, what a little rascal, to be so fascinated by such things," Xiao Shang said, spreading his hands as if expressing his helplessness.

Xiao Shang acted too swiftly this time, and Sun Wu was unable to stop him in time. He could only push forcefully from the side. The red light from the ring shot out at an angle, missing its target. The condensed red ring did not hit the corpse but instead swept up the left wall, devouring everything in its path, and even took half of a large banyan tree with it.

Sun Wu's movements were swift; he snatched the envelope from the flames. However, the fire spread even faster, becoming uncontrollable. In the blink of an eye, more than ten envelopes were completely incinerated, reduced to ashes that scattered away. It was already too late to salvage anything.

"Xiao Shang, don't you think this little tiger is very cute?"

***

... Anyway, you just want to drag me down, making it seem like I am at fault as well

The shopping street in this area is likely not intended for the general public, as the various luxurious decorations indicate that the goods within are not affordable for ordinary people. In front of each store, in addition to the signboard, there is also a metal pedestal that occasionally projects images or sounds to attract customers. Walking down the street, the diverse array of visual and auditory displays dazzled Sun Wu's eyes.

The projected three-dimensional images include some animals that speak human language, which are very popular among children. When Sun Wu saw a cute little tiger with a colorful pattern rolling on the ground, his eyes couldn't help but squint with laughter. He immediately ran over in a few quick steps, crouched in front of the three-dimensional image, and was almost reluctant to leave.

"Xiao Shang, does your father have a great reputation outside? Does he have many friends? Are there friends good enough to arrange a marriage for you?"

"Did you not say to get rid of it? Just burn the trash! Throwing garbage around carelessly is not a good behavior; Xiao Shang is an environmental angel."

Marriage is a sacred matter that should not be taken lightly. The person who becomes a lifelong partner must be someone whom one truly loves.

Xiao Shang rubbed the envelope in his left hand against the one in his right, and a dazzling flash of fire erupted. Dozens of envelopes suddenly ignited in a fierce blaze, leaving Sun Wu astonished and alarmed, as he hurriedly reached out to snatch them away

This is the only thought in Sun Wu's mind at present, and no matter how slow he may be to react, he understands that the situation is dire and that he must leave the dangerous place as quickly as possible to ensure his safety. Thus, he hurriedly pulls Xiao Shang away from the dark alley.

Ah, Xiao Shang must be trying to act cute. Adults who are unaware of the truth can easily be deceived by this tactic. But those are just children; what purpose does she have in acting cute?

Ah

"Xiao Shang, what are you doing?"

In the midst of his speech, Sun Wu suddenly realized a fact that had been overlooked. He had been running alongside these people, witnessing the smiles and joy on their faces, yet he had not paid attention to their attire. Now, upon closer inspection, he saw that each of them appeared emaciated, dressed in rags, and walking unsteadily. They looked as if they had been hungry for a long time; even if they were not refugees, they were undoubtedly starving people

Which two families do these two tokens belong to? Surely, Father must have mentioned their names and addresses? Even if there are only two families, I still need to return the items.

Xiao Shang did not say much about this persistence of his companion, only casting a somewhat amused glance at him, nodding, and saying: "You are indeed very good at choosing places; it is hard to find anywhere nearby that is more ideal than here"

I am also hungry, hetushu.com. However, we have no money on us. I think it would be better if you ride the magnetic hoverboard to the nearby mountain. I will see if I can catch some wild rabbits or birds, which would allow us to have a meal. Rest assured, I will not let you go hungry

Xiao Wu, you have killed someone

"Xiao Shang, why are you moving so quickly?"

Thinking of these things, even Sun Wu himself was somewhat surprised. For a fourteen-year-old boy, understanding such matters seemed too early. However, he truly understood, especially when he noticed the expressions of the people in Mingde Dam as they looked up at those tall buildings, and how the people in the transparent elevators looked down at their feet. In that instant, he comprehended those matters.

Sun Wu sensed something was amiss and quickly sidestepped to avoid it. At that moment, not only blood but the entire wall collapsed. However, behind the fallen wall, there was another wall. Upon closer inspection, what had fallen was not a wall, but a person disguised as a wall using a peculiar illusion.

Please... I beg you all... to deliver this item... to Wan Zi Lou... Miss Bao... is of great importance... Be careful... with the iron... iron...

The buildings in the city are not all impoverished and dilapidated. When Sun Wu and Xiao Shang entered the center of Mingde Dam, they saw several structures that appeared to be government buildings, towering over ten stories high. Not only were they grand and imposing, but they also employed advanced technology. People moved up and down in transparent elevators, overlooking the entire Mingde Dam, treading upon this small world beneath their feet.

Without uttering any specific threats, the mere gaze and presence of the hunter instilled a wave of fear in the children who were treated as prey, causing them to burst into tears, which attracted the attention of the adults chatting nearby. Nine adults rushed over and surrounded the extortionists, while the twelve-year-old female extortionist appeared oblivious to everything, continuing to repeat what she had just said.

The young boy, who had left home for the first time, encountered the most embarrassing problem the day after his departure. Originally, Sun Wu's plan for running away was to use the copper coins he had saved over the years as funds. However, when Feng Jie sent him off from Liangshan Marsh, it was all too hurried, and he did not have time to return home to fetch the money. He assumed that Xiao Shang would surely be prepared, but to his surprise, when he inquired about the funds, Xiao Shang indicated that he did not have a single copper coin on him, being utterly destitute.

Oh, Xiao Wu, don't do that; that's just garbage

With this statement as a commentary, people judged the actions of Sun Wu and Xiao Shang on their first day in the human world. Among the more than twenty men, women, and children standing on the street, no one felt the danger of that moment, nor did anyone know the efforts the young man made to prevent a tragedy from occurring

The name and origin were written on the envelope, which has just been burned. It could have been possible to use a magical artifact to try and save it, but you acted so quickly that the paper ash was snatched away and completely shattered. Now, unless we go back to ask father, no one will know what was written on the paper.

You ... ... you. ... ... How can I assist you?

Sun Wu still remembers how, as a child, he often listened to his father boast about having arranged several marriages for him while he was still in the womb, promising that when he grew up, beautiful wives and generous dowries would come to him. At first, Sun Wu had no idea what that meant and happily joined in his father's excitement. However, as he grew older and understood the meanings of terms like "betrothal" and "marriage arranged before birth," he began to feel uncomfortable and even started to get angry.

Xiao Shang's palm moved slightly, as if intending to do something, but a gust of wind rushed by, and Sun Wu dashed into the crowd, firmly grasping Xiao Shang's hand, his face drenched in sweat, hurriedly apologizing to the people in front of him

The world outside ... ! ... is really so different from what I imagined !

Rolling one's eyes has become a normal reaction, and Sun Wu nearly wanted to faint on the spot

A woman whom I have never even met, whose height and build I do not know, wants to marry me; is this not too absurd? Moreover, being destined to marry a certain man from birth must also be a very sad matter for the woman, right? Because of this, whenever my father later brought up these marriage arrangements, Sun Wu would clearly express his displeasure and opposition.

Shaking his head, Sun Wu thought for a moment and said in a very solemn tone, word by word: "Xiao Shang, I do not want these tokens, nor can I accept them, because I believe that the practice of betrothing a child before birth is wrong. No matter who the person is or what the books say, no one has the right to determine a child's life before she is born, so..."

... ... I am hungry

"Alright, this is the quietest place nearby. Xiaoshang, I am speaking to you very seriously. There are some things you need to learn; you can no longer act recklessly as you did back at Liangshan Marsh. We are now in the outside world... it is essential that..."

What it means is that there is no need for Xiaoshuang to answer, as the answer has already appeared behind Sun Wu: on that high and thick lime wall, black and red bloodstains suddenly emerged, flowing out rapidly in large quantities, and then it seemed to spray everywhere like a fountain

No one will regard you as an angel. I mean, it's true that I don't want it anymore, but this matter cannot be concluded in this way. Even if I don't want it, others will still be anxious. I want to return these tokens, regardless of whether it was through coercion or temptation. I need to sincerely apologize to them and tell them that everything is fine now

Why does your mind always wander to some inexplicable places

Sun Wu casually took the flyer, which contained a few brief lines explaining the recent continuous heavy rains in Jiangnan, the breach of river embankments, and the resulting catastrophic floods that left millions of people homeless and destitute. Wealthy merchants from the imperial capital donated large sums of money to support the government's disaster relief efforts, and the long-delayed selection of executors has just been finalized.

Token of trust

Indeed, I... suddenly realized something was amiss. Sun Wu was about to roar in protest when he suddenly noticed the corpse in the tree, which not only wore an unusual color, a type of white soft armor never seen before, but also held a weapon resembling a crossbow in its right hand, aimed directly at his position. In other words, if it hadn't been for this chance shot that killed him, Sun Wu and Xiao Shang would have been caught off guard and ambushed.

This lens appears to be ordinary, but the middle-aged man claimed before his death that it was of great significance, suggesting that there may be some hidden secrets behind it. If possible, Sun Wu would prefer not to get involved, but one cannot refuse the dead, so he has no choice but to make this trip on his behalf

Sun Wu, who tends to be talkative, feels just like a nagging old woman. However, if he does not speak up, who will regulate Xiao Shang's behavior? Since they have left Liangshan Marsh, it is time for a new life, and he must not let Xiao Shang lead him by the nose any longer

The silent and unnoticed act of cutting down trees is not a significant issue; however, when a large tree loses its upper half, and the trunk suddenly sheds, revealing a mutilated corpse missing its head and left shoulder, this becomes a serious problem

The tallest building among them has an electric barrier at the entrance, preventing unidentified individuals from passing through. If someone attempts to force their way in, a swarm of buzzing metallic ladybugs will emerge from all directions, blocking both the advance and retreat of the intruder, and then the arriving magical artifact guards will apprehend the person.

After a winding and tortuous journey, Sun Wu found himself in a dead-end alley. The area was surrounded by large, deep courtyards, with high and thick walls on both sides, completely muffling any sounds of people. The long alley was cluttered with various items, indicating an extreme level of quietness.

If we take a step back and think, what exactly is the relic of Buddha's blood? Besides providing energy, does it possess any other characteristics? Where does it originate from? If there is information available on this topic, perhaps we could trace clues from the characteristics of the sacred treasures and ultimately find the relic of Buddha's blood

In a single sentence, Sun Wu did not give Xiao Shang a chance to regret, swiftly lifted him up, threw him over his shoulder, and dashed out of the crowd like the wind

The farming populace has not benefited from these advanced technologies; only soldiers and civil servants serving the court can enjoy civilization. This represents a complete control over the people! It divides the world into two realms. If one does not pledge loyalty to the court, one will forever remain in the lower strata. This is... so excessive!

Hey, little ghost, take out all the money you have on you

In front of his peers, Sun Wu once again demonstrated his sense of responsibility. For a fourteen-year-old boy, such spirit is commendable; however, it seems that the key point his peers took away was not this.

Such an important item, we must deliver it to the destination as soon as possible, but how do we get there

No problem! Let him be liberated in one go, ensuring a certain death without any delay, destroying the body and erasing all traces, absolutely leaving you no trouble.

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In fact, the issue at hand is not limited to just this one. The matter that weighs most heavily on my mind is that the Liangshan Marsh, which has lost the Buddha's blood relic, can only float in the sky for an additional six months. If the lost item cannot be recovered within this six-month period, allowing Liangshan Marsh to regain its source of power, then it is inevitable that Liangshan Marsh will fall to the ground at that time

Hey, old ghosts, take out all the money you have on you

Uh? What does it mean

What is going on here

Not disappointing the expectations of his friend, Xiao Shang immediately stepped forward with an unwavering sense of duty, a ring on his hand glowing red, pointing towards the severely injured person on the ground

Sun Wu did not notice his strange expression; he merely sighed at the fact that Wanzilou was so close by. That person almost managed to deliver the item in person, yet still met with a fatal outcome, which must be quite regrettable! Xiao Shang pointed to the large crowd ahead and asked, "Do you want to follow them?"

The laughter contained no joy; instead, it revealed the tension and unease within the young heart. Meanwhile, the small hand held firmly in the palm seemed to struggle vigorously, as if it were quite unhappy. If she were to break free, it would likely lead to a massacre here.

No problem! Let him clean it up perfectly in one go, eliminating all traces and leaving absolutely no evidence behind

The discussion with Xiao Shang will never yield a normal outcome, Sun Wu put away the golden lock and the jade pendant, secretly promising himself that one day he would definitely return these two tokens to the other party and sincerely apologize... However, by that time...? ... I hope the sixth level of the Golden Bell Shield can withstand it

Assuming Nalan Yuandie successfully escapes from Liangshan Marsh, where would she go? Where would she hide? How can she be found? The more I think about it, the more confused I become. Xiaoshang is completely unreliable in these matters, and I can only rely on Sun Wu to act alone, which is indeed very difficult

"Zhengqi Ge? Does this person have the surname Zheng? What a strange name! Hmm, I hope this disaster relief fund can be delivered soon, so the people in Jiangnan won't have to go hungry."

However, having suffered such life-threatening injuries, he still has to painfully disguise himself as a wall and hide here, clearly evading someone. Moreover, that enemy should still be searching nearby, which forces him to endure the pain of his severe injuries and struggle to hold on. As for the strength of the enemy, Sun Wu is unable to discern that.

Lacking any medical knowledge, Sun Wu could only place his hopes on Xiao Shang, perhaps among her various mysterious magical artifacts, there might be something capable of turning the tide.

"Feng Jie only provided some of your change of clothes, and did not give any money; however, Old Dad gave some tokens."

Oh, now there are only two items left, so you can save yourself a lot of trouble.

The result was that only a few hours after leaving home, Sun Wu and Xiao Shang found themselves wandering the streets, watching the passersby come and go, unsure of what to do.

The person who stole the Buddha's blood relic was undoubtedly Nalan Yuandie. She abandoned the already damaged Flying Cloud Ship, considering the acquisition of the Buddha's blood relic as the last resort to salvage this battle. Despite her serious injuries, she managed to escape without a trace. However, how did she evade the two formidable experts, Hu Yantu and Li Mubai? How did she leave Liangshan Marsh? These remain unsolved mysteries. How did she evade the two formidable experts, Hu Yantu and Li Mubai? How did she leave Liangshan Marsh? These remain unsolved mysteries

"What you said does seem to have a certain allure... Hehe, it looks quite appetizing."

Fearing that something might happen if they were late, Sun Wu pulled Xiao Shang along and quickly blended into the crowd, moving with the tide towards their destination

How about it? Shall we go inside and take a look?

Two people were having a brief conversation when they suddenly heard someone shouting loudly. The person quickly ran across the street, scattering a stack of yellow paper everywhere.

Sun Wu spoke slowly, for this matter was indeed very heavy for him. However, as he spoke and organized his thoughts, the super proactive individual beside him immediately took action

"Xiao Shang, I ask you, how should we ... ..."

You fear encountering a corpse, yet the Wanzi Building is entirely an unfamiliar place; do you not fear that you might also become a corpse if you go there? That middle-aged man was injured like this, all due to being attacked by enemies; do you not fear encountering such enemies as well?

Compared to the name of the envoy, Sun Wu is actually more concerned about the disaster situation in Jiangnan. Initially, he did not think much of it, but now he has realized the means by which the Great Wu Dynasty controls the people within its territory. Therefore, after the flood, the environment in Jiangnan will only be worse than here, and the people there must be suffering greatly