Chapter 473

After Jiang Feng and Ma Jian left the Su family, Ma Jian directly drove and brought Jiang Feng to the Jiangcheng Suburbs.

The car drove through the night, the streetlights' light and shadow flashing past the Window.

Jiang Feng leaned back with his eyes closed on the Armchair, his expression calm, not knowing what he was thinking.

Ma Jian focused on driving, occasionally glancing at Jiang Feng in the rearview mirror, saying nothing.

The car drove for about an hour, turning onto a secluded Mountain road.

To Jiang Feng's surprise, Ma Jian actually drove and brought him to the foot of Langtou Mountain.

Jiang Feng opened his eyes, looking at the familiar mountain scenery outside the Window, a hint of complexity flashing in his gaze.

Here is a small hill in the Jiangcheng Suburbs, not tall but with treacherous terrain.

It is also the place where he first came down the mountain and met Su Xueyan.

That time, he rescued Su Xueyan and also had a relationship with her.

Jiang Feng never expected that he would come back here again.

"We have arrived, Jiang Ge."

Ma Jian stopped the car and turned off the engine.

Jiang Feng pushed open the car door and got out.

The night wind blew down from the mountain, carrying a hint of chill.

Ma Jian walked up to his side and lowered his voice to speak.

"Jiang Ge, the person is inside."

Jiang Feng nodded and strode into the valley.

As the two just entered the valley, dozens of elite soldiers surged from all directions.

These soldiers wore uniform black combat uniforms, held weapons, and moved in neat unison, clearly well-trained.

Leading them was none other than the Jiangnan Wang Personal Guard Commander, Song Dianjun.

Song Dianjun was originally Wu Chengliang's deputy, but after Wu Chengliang offended Jiang Feng and was removed, Song Dianjun took over as Elite Guard Commander.

Therefore, Song Dianjun was extremely courteous toward Jiang Feng, his attitude exceedingly solemn.

He quickly stepped up to Jiang Feng, clasped his fists in salute.

"Mr. Jiang, we are acting on the Prince's order to monitor Duan Zhang; he came to Langtou Mountain and has not emerged yet."

Song Dianjun's tone was very respectful, daring not to be the slightest bit negligent.

"So we immediately contacted Young Master Ma."

Jiang Feng nodded, his gaze sweeping around the surrounding forest, his brows slightly furrowed.

He could sense that atop the peak, there were several strong auras.

"Besides Duan Zhang, has anyone else arrived?"

Song Dianjun recalled for a moment, then quickly said.

"There are also a few white-robed individuals; their cultivation seems not low, likely arriving earlier than Duan Zhang."

He paused, looking at Jiang Feng, and asked.

"Mr. Jiang, what should we do next?"

Jiang Feng thought for a moment, his eyes turning deep.

"Immediately notify the Jiangnan Wang, bring all his men here, and guard this place."

As soon as he said that, Song Dianjun furrowed his brows, somewhat puzzled, and asked.

"Mr. Jiang, are you preparing to act against Duan Zhang?"

Jiang Feng shook his head, the corner of his mouth curling into a Cold Smile.

"Calling people over is just to let everyone come watch the show."

He paused, his tone carrying a hint of amusement.

"Since Duan Zhang has set up the stage, we must accompany him in putting on a good performance!"

Although Song Dianjun did not fully understand Jiang Feng's meaning, he still nodded immediately.

"Yes, I will arrange it right away."

Jiang Feng turned his head to look at Ma Jian and gave orders.

"Ma Jian, you and Commander Song will wait down at the mountain base."

Ma Jian nodded excitedly, his eyes full of excitement.

"Yes, Jiang Ge!"

He clenched his Fist, his tone carrying a hint of ruthlessness.

"Jiang Ge, rest assured, I will guard this place today! I won't let them die!"

Jiang Feng grunted in acknowledgment, said nothing more, and turned to walk up the mountain.

Ma Jian and Song Dianjun stood at the mountain base, watching Jiang Feng's back disappear into the night.

Song Dianjun hesitated for a moment, then asked in a low voice.

"Young Master Ma, will Mr. Jiang be fine going up alone?"

Ma Jian glanced at him and chuckled.

"Are you worried about Jiang Ge? Or are you worried about that brat Duan Zhang?"

Song Dianjun stared for a moment, then nodded and said nothing more.

He turned to arrange personnel, notifying the Jiangnan Wang to bring people over.

Ma Jian leaned against the car, lit a cigarette, gazed toward the mountain peak, his eyes filled with anticipation.

The night was deep, Langtou Mountain was silent, only the rustling of wind through leaves could be heard.

Jiang Feng walked alone on the mountain road, his steps steady, neither hurried nor slow.

After walking about twenty minutes, Jiang Feng reached the mountaintop.

On the mountaintop was a flat expanse, overgrown with weeds all around, with a large stone in the middle.

At that moment, several people were seated on the mountaintop.

Duan Zhang sat in the center, wearing a dark long robe, his complexion pale, looking thinner than before.

Around him sat several white-robed figures, wearing white long robes with hoods covering their faces.

But one could sense that their cultivation was not low.

Seeing Jiang Feng arrive, Duan Zhang opened his eyes.

His gaze flashed with a hint of coldness, the corners of his mouth slightly turning up.

"Jiang Feng, you've finally come."

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried far in the silent mountaintop.

Jiang Feng looked at Duan Zhang, his expression calm.

"Speak plainly—you went to great lengths to lure me here; what is your purpose?"

Duan Zhang smiled, then slowly rose to his feet.

Those white-robed figures also rose, standing behind Duan Zhang.

Duan Zhang looked at Jiang Feng, his eyes holding a hint of complex emotion.

"Jiang Feng, do you know what place this is?"

Jiang Feng said nothing.

Duan Zhang continued speaking, his tone tinged with a hint of emotion.

"This is the entrance to the relics of the Ancient Wu Empire."

Jiang Feng's eyes narrowed as he scanned the surrounding terrain.

He had been to Langtou Mountain before, but never imagined this place would have any connection to the Ancient Wu Empire's relics.

Duan Zhang looked at his expression and smiled.

"Didn't expect that? The relics of the Ancient Wu Empire lie right beneath this insignificant little mountain."

He paused, then continued.

"For thousands of years, countless people have sought it, yet none have found it—because it lies in plain sight, yet no one notices."

Jiang Feng looked at him and said lightly.

"So you've known about this place from the start?"

Duan Zhang nodded, not denying it.

"Yes, I've always known."

His tone was very candid.

"But I cannot get in."

Jiang Feng's brow furrowed slightly.

"Cannot get in?"

Duan Zhang gave a bitter laugh and said.

"Outside the relics there is a seal; my senior brothers and I have tried many times but cannot enter. But you are a Kunlun Disciple—I thought you might have a way in."

Hearing that, Jiang Feng's mouth curled into a cold smile.

"As expected, you knew my identity all along, so everything was your deliberate scheme?"

Duan Zhang did not deny it.

"Yes."

He paused, looking at Jiang Feng, his eyes holding a hint of sincerity.

"Jiang Feng, I mean no harm. I only want to go in and see what lies inside."

Jiang Feng looked at him, silent for a moment.

"Who are these people?"

Duan Zhang glanced back at the white-robed figures behind him and said.

"They are my Duan Family people—rest assured, they are merely at the Heavenly Human Realm, posing no threat to you. As long as you can open the relics, I guarantee our cooperation will continue as before!"

Duan Zhang looked at him, his crimson eyes flashing with a hint of sharpness.

"So, are you ready?"