Chapter 213: Li Chengfeng's Hospitality

"This is..."

Jiangnan followed Li Chengfeng, passed through the dense Black Fog, and arrived at a mountain peak.

Unlike other parts of Heifeng Mountain, around this peak there was not a trace of Black Fog; sunlight poured down, making it feel unusually comfortable.

"This is the only place on Heifeng Mountain not shrouded by Black Fog."

Li Chengfeng explained, his voice carrying a hint of pride.

"How did you find this place?"

Jiangnan asked, his tone tinged with curiosity.

He was very curious how Li Chengfeng had found this clean land within Heifeng Mountain.

"This place originally belonged to our Zhengyang Sect."

A flash of resentment crossed Li Chengfeng's eyes; his voice was low, as if recalling some painful past.

"Zhengyang Sect's territory?"

Jiangnan's brows furrowed slightly; he hadn't expected Heifeng Mountain to be connected to Zhengyang Sect.

"That's right. A hundred years ago, Heifeng Mountain was a treasure land abundant with spiritual energy; our Zhengyang Sect was founded here."

Li Chengfeng spoke slowly, his voice full of reminiscence.

"What happened later? Why did Zhengyang Sect disappear? Why did Heifeng Mountain become the way it is now?"

Xia Yurou couldn't help but ask, her voice full of curiosity.

"A hundred years ago, Qijiu Sect suddenly appeared; they used despicable methods, ambushed our Zhengyang Sect, and with dark arts turned Heifeng Mountain into its current state."

Anger filled Li Chengfeng's eyes; his fists clenched, nails digging deep into his flesh.

"I see."

Jiangnan nodded; he finally understood why Li Chengfeng harbored such hatred toward Qijiu Sect.

"I came to Heifeng Mountain this time to investigate Qijiu Sect's secrets and avenge our Zhengyang Sect!"

Li Chengfeng's tone was firm, his eyes filled with murderous intent.

"But Qijiu Sect's strength is great; you alone will probably find it hard to deal with them."

Feng Ying said worriedly, her voice carrying a hint of concern.

"I know, that's why I need your help."

Li Chengfeng looked at Jiangnan, his eyes full of expectation.

"Us?"

Jiangnan's brows furrowed slightly; he hadn't expected Li Chengfeng to make such a request.

"Exactly. I've seen all of your strength, especially yours, Jiangnan; your power is unfathomable."

Li Chengfeng's tone carried a hint of awe.

"Why should I help you?"

Jiangnan asked lightly, his tone showing no emotional fluctuation.

"Because we share a common enemy, Qijiu Sect."

Li Chengfeng's tone was firm, his eyes filled with hatred.

"Alright, I can help you, but I have one condition."

Jiangnan's tone shifted; he put forward his condition.

"What condition?"

Li Chengfeng asked, his tone tinged with doubt.

"I want to know all of Qijiu Sect's secrets."

Jiangnan's tone was calm, yet carried an unmistakable authority.

"Fine, I accept."

Li Chengfeng nodded; he knew Jiangnan was negotiating terms with him.

"Then, let's rest for a while first, and then discuss our plan."

Jiangnan said, his tone bearing a hint of composure.

"Alright."

Li Chengfeng nodded and led Jiangnan and the others to a cave on the peak.

Inside the cave, the arrangement was simple yet very clean, clearly set up meticulously by Li Chengfeng.

"You all rest here first; I'll go prepare some food."

Li Chengfeng said, his tone carrying a hint of apology.

"Alright, thank you."

Jiangnan nodded, watching Li Chengfeng leave the cave.

"Jiangnan, do you really want to help him?"

Xia Yurou asked, her voice tinged with worry.

"Hmm, Qijiu Sect's deeds outrage both humans and gods; I cannot stand by idly."

Jiangnan's tone was firm, his eyes filled with righteousness.

"But Qijiu Sect's strength is great, we..."

Feng Ying was about to speak but stopped, her face full of worry.

"Don't worry, I know my limits."

Jiangnan reassured, his tone bearing a hint of confidence.

"Hmm, I trust you."

Xia Yurou nodded, she tightly grasped Jiangnan's hand, her eyes were full of trust.

"I also trust you."

Feng Ying also said, her voice carrying a hint of firmness.

"Thank you."

A warm current rose in Jiangnan's heart; he knew he was not fighting alone.

Not long after, Li Chengfeng returned, bringing a feast of dishes and several vats of fine wine.

"Come, let's eat and chat."

Li Chengfeng greeted warmly, a trace of smile on his face.

"Alright."

Jiangnan nodded and was the first to sit down.

Xia Yurou and Feng Ying followed suit, curiosity filling their hearts; they wanted to know what Li Chengfeng would talk about with them.

"Try the wine I brewed; it's made with the spirit spring of Heifeng Mountain, the flavor is excellent."

Li Chengfeng poured wine for Jiangnan and the others, a hint of pride in his tone.

"Alright, I'll try."

Jiangnan lifted the cup, took a gentle sip, and instantly a fresh fragrance spread through his mouth.

"Fine wine!"

Jiangnan praised, a flash of surprise passing through his eyes.

"Ha ha, glad you like it."

Li Chengfeng laughed heartily, his face full of triumph.

"Come, let's toast, to our cooperation and to our revenge!"

Li Chengfeng raised his cup, his tone brimming with heroism.

"Cheers!"

Jiangnan also raised his cup, a spark of brilliance flashing in his eyes.

Xia Yurou and Feng Ying also raised their cups, excitement filling their hearts.

The four clinked cups and drank it all in one go.

After three rounds of wine and five courses of dishes, the atmosphere grew increasingly lively.

Li Chengfeng and Jiangnan and the others talked about the various atrocities of Qijiu Sect and their revenge plan.

"Jiangnan, your strength is unfathomable; where did you study?"

Li Chengfeng asked, curiosity tinged his voice.

"I have no sect, no school; I taught myself."

Jiangnan said calmly, his tone revealing no emotional fluctuation.

"Self‑taught? How could that be possible?"

Shock filled Li Chengfeng's eyes; he could not believe Jiangnan was self‑taught.

"Nothing is impossible."

Jiangnan's tone was steady, a hint of depth flashing in his eyes.

"Impressive, truly impressive!"

Li Chengfeng gave a thumbs‑up, respect evident on his face.

"Come, let's keep drinking."

Li Chengfeng lifted his cup, his tone full of enthusiasm.

"Alright, cheers!"

Jiangnan also lifted his cup, a spark of brilliance flashing in his eyes.

Xia Yurou and Feng Ying also lifted their cups, doubt filling their hearts; they felt today's wine seemed especially easy to intoxicate.

After a few more cups, Xia Yurou felt her head growing more dizzy, and the scene before her began to blur.

"I... I think I'm a little drunk..."