Chapter 195: A Meeting with Ma Xianhong

On the small path at the east end of Biyou Village, Zhang Kun was preparing to patrol the village's situation. As an Outsider proficient in the Earth Walking Immortal technique, he had always been very confident in his stealth abilities. However, just as he turned a corner, he saw one man and two women acting suspiciously.

Out of caution, Zhang Kun was just about to use his Earth Walking Immortal methods to follow them, when he heard the man speak: "Since we've met, why not come out and talk?"

These words gave Zhang Kun a shock. He had thought he was hidden very well, but he did not know why he had been discovered by the other party. He had no choice but to reveal himself, and feigning composure, he asked: "Who exactly are you people?"

"We're here for a tour," Xiao Qing said with a smile, her tone carrying a hint of mockery, "If you don't believe me, you can go ask your Village Chief."

Zhang Kun looked at the three people before him, especially the young man. He always felt that there was an indescribable atmosphere about the other party that made him afraid to act rashly.

"Since that is the case, then I apologize for the intrusion," Zhang Kun said after a moment of nervousness, watching the backs of the three as they walked away, his heart filled with doubt.

Not until the figures of the three disappeared into the night did Zhang Kun let out a long breath. He decided to go back and report this matter to the Village Chief.

Moonlight spilled onto the small path of Biyou Village, and Lin Xuan strolled along with Xiao Qing and Xiao Bai. In the night, the village was quiet and peaceful, with only the occasional sound of insects breaking the silence.

"Benefactor, what shall we do next?" Xiao Bai asked softly, her eyes filled with a hint of curiosity.

A trace of a smile appeared at the corners of Lin Xuan's mouth, "Wait and see, and watch a good show." His tone was composed, as if everything were within his expectations.

"A good show?" Xiao Qing suddenly perked up, her eyes bright, "I love watching good shows the most! What kind of exciting performance is there this time?" She asked excitedly, like a child looking forward to a wonderful story.

"Unknown for now," Lin Xuan said with a calm tone, "However, I can guarantee you, it will definitely be good."

As they spoke, the figures of the three merged into the night, as if they had never appeared.

At the same time, inside a bungalow in Biyou Village, under the dim light, Zhang Kun was standing respectfully before Ma Xianhong.

"Village Chief, those outsiders seem to have plans to set up camp outside the village," Zhang Kun reported, his voice carrying a hint of caution, "But there is one more thing; just now in the village, I discovered the tracks of three outsiders, one man and two women."

Ma Xianhong closed the ancient book in his hands and looked up at Zhang Kun before him with an indifferent expression, as if all of this were within Ma Xianhong's expectations.

"I know. You've worked hard, Zhang Kun. Go down and rest."

Zhang Kun's expression was very nervous; he hesitated for a moment, then immediately continued:

"Village Chief, that man is not simple. I suggest we do not continue to follow them." Zhang Kun's tone was firm.

Ma Xianhong watched Zhang Kun, noticing the abnormality in his expression. As an expert proficient in the Earth Walking Immortal technique, Zhang Kun rarely showed such an expression. "Are you saying that you sensed danger from him?"

"Not danger," Zhang Kun shook his head, "It is an instinctive alertness. That person seems to be able to see through my movements easily."

Ma Xianhong fell into deep thought.

"You may withdraw first," Ma Xianhong said after pondering for a moment, "I have my own ways of dealing with these three."

Although Zhang Kun still wanted to speak, seeing the Village Chief's firm expression, he still respectfully withdrew. The sound of the door closing echoed in the silent night.

After Zhang Kun left, Ma Xianhong stood up and walked to the window, looking at Biyou Village under the moonlight. "Even someone like Zhang Kun would be wary..." he whispered to himself, "It seems these three are indeed different."

He pondered Zhang Kun's abnormal behavior. As an Outsider proficient in the Earth Walking Immortal technique, Zhang Kun had always been the most reliable eyes and ears in the village. To make such a person feel wary, the identities of these three visitors were likely far more complex than they appeared on the surface.

"It seems very necessary to go and meet them." A sharp glint flashed in Ma Xianhong's eyes, "Perhaps, this is an opportunity."

The night grew deeper, and Ma Xianhong's figure remained motionless by the window for a long time, as if thinking about some important decision.

After leaving the dilapidated building, Zhuge Qing and Wang Ye walked side by side. The moonlight cast long shadows on them, and in the distance, the sound of insects chirped in the dim night.

"It seems the Company has made a big move this time, sending out such elite forces." Zhuge Qing's tone carried a hint of surprise, his gaze sweeping over the dilapidated building in the distance where Zhang Chulan and the other Temporary Workers were located.

Wang Ye nodded in agreement: "That is natural. This mission is of great importance. If Ma Xianhong really succeeds, the entire Outsider world will be turned upside down. Ordinary people being able to obtain supernatural abilities—this kind of thing is extremely dangerous."

While speaking, his thoughts involuntarily turned to Master Lin. With such a major change, surely the Master would not sit idly by.

Regarding Lin Xuan's appearance in Biyou Village, Wang Ye did not intend to tell anyone, not even Zhuge Qing; after all, some things are better known by fewer people.

"You're right," Zhuge Qing continued, "It seems there is going to be a good show to watch next. I hope the two of us can be assigned a good role."

Wang Ye heard this, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly. If Zhuge Qing knew that Master Lin Xuan was in the village at this moment, he wondered what he would think.

At this time, Zhuge Qing looked at the lights in the distance and asked Wang Ye beside him, lost in thought:

"It's just that I don't know how Ma Xianhong intends to stop Zhang Chulan and the others?"

Wang Ye spread his hands helplessly, "I'm not a tapeworm in Ma Xianhong's stomach, how would I know?" After finishing, he suddenly changed the subject, a meaningful smile appearing at the corners of his mouth, "On the other hand, what's going on with that girl named Fu Rong?"

This sudden question caught Zhuge Qing off guard, and a blush quickly spread across his cheeks, which was clearly visible in the moonlight. He opened his mouth, but could not say a single word, and finally chose to flee in a panic, walking away quickly from the scene.

"Uh, you're just leaving like that?" Wang Ye followed relentlessly, a wicked smile of a scheme succeeded on his face, "Aren't you going to explain?"

In the night, one person walked quickly and one person followed closely, leaving behind two intersecting figures. Wang Ye looked at Zhuge Qing's flustered back, his smile growing even wider.

On the other side, Lin Xuan stopped walking on the small path in the east of the village with Xiao Qing and Xiao Bai, the moonlight plating his image with a faint silver edge.

"Benefactor, what's wrong?" Xiao Qing and Xiao Bai noticed Lin Xuan's abnormality and asked almost simultaneously.

Lin Xuan cast his gaze toward a dim area by the side of the road, his voice calm, "Since you've come, why not come out and meet?"

A light laugh came from the darkness, and Ma Xianhong walked slowly out of the darkness. "Friend, your powers of observation are quite good," he said, his tone carrying a hint of admiration, "To be able to discover my presence—this is something ordinary Outsiders cannot do."

"So it is Village Chief Ma. What can I do for you?" Lin Xuan asked indifferently.

Ma Xianhong wore a smile, "I heard that a few of you are here for a tour. As the Village Chief of Biyou Village, I am very happy to act as your tour guide and introduce the features of our village."

"Many thanks for the Village Chief's kindness." Xiao Qing spoke before Lin Xuan, her tone light, "However, we prefer to wander around on our own; the feeling of being unrestrained is better."

Ma Xianhong's gaze swept over the three of them, finally fixing on Lin Xuan's face, as if wanting to see an answer. But Lin Xuan's expression was as calm as water, making it impossible for anyone to see any clues.