[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-longevity-begins-with-internal-organs":3,"chapter-longevity-begins-with-internal-organs-longevity-begins-with-internal-organs-chapter-475":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Longevity Begins with Internal Organs",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},562976,815,"Chapter 475 - 291: Tracking and Countertracking_2","longevity-begins-with-internal-organs-chapter-475",475,"\u003Cp>Zhao Ya followed closely behind, ultimately tailing them to this place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Zhao Ya circled around the valley and discovered that this valley had a treacherous terrain, easy to defend but hard to attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, it was extremely hidden, making it an excellent location for concealment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially during this time when the heavy snow blocked the mountain roads; if it were not for Geng Ying leading the way, even Zhao Ya would have struggled to find this place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing his reconnaissance of the terrain, Zhao Ya quietly set up traps at the entrance of the valley and other accessible points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These traps were non-toxic and colorless, odorless to the usual person, so they wouldn’t attract any attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But once stained on a person, it would leave a special scent, perfect for tracking purposes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was specially prepared to prevent Hei Yunzi from escaping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Should Hei Yunzi sense anything and flee overnight, Zhao Ya could follow the scent to track him down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After setting everything up, Zhao Ya didn’t linger but erased all traces he left behind before quietly departing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because he hadn’t expected things to go so smoothly, Zhao Ya hadn’t prepared for a big battle upon arrival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the sect’s mission order stated that this Hei Yunzi only possessed a Fifth Realm cultivation, even a lion uses its full strength to hunt a rabbit, so Zhao Ya dared not be careless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, for Hei Yunzi to wreak havoc for such a long time under the eyes of the Azure Dragon Temple, he must have extraordinary skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Zhao Ya quietly left, Geng Ying had already arrived deep within the valley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, in a wind-sheltering corner, were several low, mushroom-shaped structures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These were actually the roofs of cellars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It turned out that to resist the cold, Hei Yunzi and his men had dug pits about the height of a person into the ground, then constructed roofs with straw and deadwood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This allowed them to maximize protection against the wind and snow, and coupled with the excellent insulation of the cellar, they could endure the cold winter nights.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Geng Ying arrived next to the largest of these structures, where someone immediately noticed him and led him inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the freezing conditions outside, inside the cellar it was as warm as spring, with a few oil lamps casting a dim glow over Hei Yunzi’s ever-changing face as he leaned against a warm kang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially those deep eye sockets, completely shrouded in darkness, with only two ghostly points of light flickering within, chilling to the bone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Hei Yunzi, Geng Ying’s hair stood on end, his fear inexpressible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one among the twenty-plus men was unafraid of Hei Yunzi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"B...Big Brother!\" Geng Ying’s voice trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm, did you find out any information on your trip out this time?\" Hei Yunzi asked faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reporting to Big Brother, I found two pieces of information this time: first, the wealthy families of Xiushui Town have all fled, leaving only the common folk without much to offer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Geng Ying spoke, he stole glances at Hei Yunzi’s expression, seeing his face impassive, causing Geng Ying to grow increasingly apprehensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, you asked me to investigate the Azure Dragon Temple, and I did. Everything appears normal, with no signs of abnormal activity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, is that so?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s right, with the roads covered in snow, it’s unlikely the people from the Azure Dragon Temple will come down the mountain now, so we should be safe,\" Geng Ying said boldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very good!\" Hei Yunzi nodded, seemingly satisfied with Geng Ying’s answer, and gestured with his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Geng Ying felt his head buzzing, nearly fainting from fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet he dared not disobey Hei Yunzi’s command, knowing that doing so would lead to even worse consequences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, he cautiously stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once near Hei Yunzi, he quavered, \"Big Brother, what are your orders?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he finished speaking, Hei Yunzi suddenly kicked him to the ground, shouting angrily, \"Speak, did you go out to drink and seek women?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Geng Ying was shocked silly, only recovering after a moment to flip over and kneel, bowing fervently with his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Spare me, Big Brother, spare me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He dared not explain, much less lie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Hei Yunzi had acted, it showed he already suspected something; to argue at this juncture would be courting death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph, I smelled the scent of makeup the moment you entered; so I sent you out for information, and you cavorted with women instead?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By this point, Geng Ying’s forehead was bleeding, yet he dared not stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Spare me, Big Brother, I indeed sought a woman, but I left no trace, and I did gather the information you wanted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Left no trace? How can you be so sure? Do you think you could detect if a Martial Dao expert was secretly tailing you?\" Hei Yunzi remained seething.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Geng Ying dared not make a sound, continuing to bow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi stood, not sparing Geng Ying a glance, and strode outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were already many people gathered at the entrance, including those who had just been keeping watch throughout the valley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi asked, \"Did anyone notice anything suspicious?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These people exchanged glances, then all shook their heads, \"Reporting to Big Brother, as of the time we were replaced, we observed nothing abnormal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite this, Hei Yunzi’s brow remained furrowed, an ominous feeling gnawing at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From an ordinary man with no foundation, he grew into a Fifth Realm Martial Artist, amassing this band of brigands and establishing absolute authority, even running rampant under the Azure Dragon Temple’s nose, through extraordinary vigilance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, although nothing unusual was noticed today, Hei Yunzi still felt that this place had become unsafe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pack up and prepare to relocate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst the harsh cold, none dared defy Hei Yunzi’s command, immediately packing the supplies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for Geng Ying, Hei Yunzi didn’t kill him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, now was a time when manpower was critical; having lost many men through raids, only about twenty remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he killed Geng Ying, they’d be even more short-handed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Hei Yunzi temporarily spared Geng Ying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grateful beyond measure, Geng Ying promptly joined in packing up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For this band of brigands, moving camp was routine, so in just the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, everything was ready, waiting for Hei Yunzi’s instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi, however, was in no rush to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He produced a small vial, placing poisonous powder in each cellar shelter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anyone came, it would be a little surprise for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After completing these tasks, he led his men out of the valley under the cover of night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They soon reached the valley entrance, almost out, when Hei Yunzi suddenly raised his hand, causing his subordinates to halt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi carefully inspected the valley entrance but found nothing amiss. Even so, he chose not to leave through here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go, exit from the other side.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi turned and headed down a narrow path, followed closely by his men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eventually, after twists and turns, they reached an exit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calling it an exit was generous; it was more a gap in the mountain, low enough to barely squeeze through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet with the thick snow, climbing out became significantly harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Yunzi was the first to reach the top, inspecting carefully, paying special attention to the snow for footprints.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After confirming nothing was out of place, he sighed with relief and clambered through the gap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His men imitated him, arduously climbing out one by one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once they were all out, Hei Yunzi oriented himself, then pointed in a direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Follow me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, he took the lead in charging forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest quickly followed, soon vanishing into the vast mountain forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet unknown to all, Hei Yunzi included, upon crossing the snowy terrain, each of them seemed to acquire a faint and peculiar scent, lingering in the air and not dispersing easily.\u003C\u002Fp>",1320,"2026-05-30T15:25:32.750Z","2026-06-01T04:31:34.774Z",1,"novelbin.me","4deac695f80215afdca0562e17c6b70d11add835a5552e90e5f338173fb0080b","longevity-begins-with-internal-organs-chapter-476","longevity-begins-with-internal-organs-chapter-474",578,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Flongevity-begins-with-internal-organs-cover.jpg"]