To save Lin Zitong’s life, Yan Shouyi could only reach an agreement with Jiang Wusheng.
A day later, Jiang Wusheng voluntarily left King Jian’s tomb and went to the North Mountain of Chenjiacun, the agreed-upon location, to duel Yan Shouyi.
The reason Yan Shouyi chose to fight Jiang Wusheng on the North Mountain was to show off before his grandfather’s grave. He wanted his grandfather’s spirit in heaven to see that the grandson he personally nurtured had now become a pillar of strength, capable of handling matters independently.
However, just before leaving, his grandmother suddenly reached out and a fleshy mass floated out of Jiang Wusheng's coffin.
The mass was pink, with parts turning dark brown. It looked like a brain but was shaped like a Ganoderma lucidum.
Yan Shouyi was startled and remembered the matter of the flesh Ganoderma. He quickly caught it with both hands to restrain it.
“This is the flesh Ganoderma. If it hadn’t been for it when you were little, you might not have survived,” his grandmother explained.
Jiang Wusheng seemed unwilling to let Yan Shouyi take the flesh Ganoderma, but he was powerless to resist now. He couldn't even move a finger and could only watch from his coffin.
Yan Shouyi took the flesh Ganoderma and smiled at Jiang Wusheng, “Consider this the token of our agreement. Do you have any objections?”
Jiang Wusheng naturally had objections!
But what could he do with his objections?
He could only shake his head silently, watching Yan Shouyi leave with the flesh Ganoderma.
“Grandma, he has no objections. Let’s go,” Yan Shouyi said with a smile.
The two walked out of the main tomb chamber. Jiang Wusheng, perhaps out of anger, immediately closed the door to the main tomb chamber.
This made Yan Shouyi a little displeased, “It seems this Jiang Wusheng lacks magnanimity.”
His grandmother was speechless. Her grandson seemed unaware of the flesh Ganoderma’s preciousness. It was already good that Jiang Wusheng let you leave; it’s no wonder he’s angry.
As soon as they left the tomb chamber, his grandmother said,
“Shouyi, do you have any Yin wood on you? Let Grandma come in to rest a bit…”
Yan Shouyi only then realized that his grandmother had likely not rested for a moment while suppressing Jiang Wusheng over the years. He quickly took out a piece of Yin wood and let his grandmother rest inside.
His grandmother nodded to the Mountain God, smiled kindly at Lin Zitong, and then burrowed into the Yin wood.
Lin Zitong asked in surprise, “What happened? Was that… Grandma just now?”
“It’s hard to explain in a moment. Let’s talk as we walk. Let’s get out of here first,” Yan Shouyi said.
Lin Zitong didn’t press further. Having just experienced a life-or-death separation, her heart was filled only with joy at Yan Shouyi’s sudden return. Nothing else mattered.
Yan Ze, riding the yellow ox, said, “Just now, Jiang Wusheng woke up, and the earth shook. The entrance you came through was about to collapse, but I stabilized the way out. You should go back quickly now. We’ll meet on the surface.”
With that, Yan Ze and the green ox disappeared into the rock face.
They were mountain gods, or rather, gods formed from the spirits of the mountains. Therefore, they could control everything within the mountains.
If it hadn't been for Yan Ze holding things together, the entire King Jian’s tomb might have collapsed due to the commotion Yan Shouyi and the others had caused.
Now that the clay figures were gone and the giant otters had been killed, the way back was safe.
As they walked out, Yan Shouyi explained what had happened to everyone.
After finally emerging from the cave, the sky had already brightened.
Inside the cave, they had no concept of time, and the various dangers they encountered made them completely forget about it.
Unknowingly, they had ventured underground for an entire night.
The rain from last night had also stopped. Sunlight bathed the land. As they walked out of the cave into the sunshine, their bodies finally felt a hint of warmth, along with a sense of exhaustion.
“This tomb exploration experience, while not the most perilous, was certainly the most unforgettable,” Ma Xingping leaned against a tree trunk and sat down.
He had countless wounds, which he hadn't felt before, but now it felt like countless ants were biting him.
Ma Jinxuan also leaned against a tree and said, “Besides us, everyone else is dead.”
A silence fell over them.
It wasn't that they had any particular feelings for the deceased extraordinary individuals. They were simply thinking that such a small tomb of King Jian had claimed so many lives, and it was truly not worth it.
“Your mission is over.”
Yan Shouyi suddenly handed the flesh Ganoderma in his hand to Ma Xingping.
Ma Xingping was stunned. “This… all of it for me?”
“It’s no use to me, so it’s all for you, of course. Aren't you in urgent need of the flesh Ganoderma to save your father’s life?” Yan Shouyi smiled. “The remaining matters are between us and Jiang Wusheng. You don’t need to get involved.”
Ma Xingping took the flesh Ganoderma and exchanged a look with Ma Jinxuan. There was an indescribable emotion in their eyes.
Suddenly, Ma Xingping took out a dagger, split the flesh Ganoderma in half, and returned the other half to Yan Shouyi.
Yan Shouyi was about to refuse, but Ma Xingping said, “Half of the flesh Ganoderma is enough to save our father’s life. As for the other half, even if you don’t want it, keep it for Brother Long. He was quite badly injured this time, and the flesh Ganoderma should help him.”
Long Feicheng was still unconscious, his buttocks swollen like pumpkins.
Thinking of this, Yan Shouyi accepted it.
Ma Xingping sighed, “Actually, in our line of work as tomb raiders, besides our closest family, we trust no one. Because in the face of immense profit, anyone can betray us… However, this time, Yan Shouyi, you have impressed us.”
“Is it that exaggerated?” Yan Shouyi touched his nose, feeling a bit embarrassed.
“Not exaggerated at all,” Ma Xingping said. “We owe you a favor, so we don’t plan on leaving this time. At least we’ll stay here and help you deal with that Jiang Wusheng!”
Ma Jinxuan also said, “That’s right, we will deal with that Jiang Wusheng with you! Since he has possessed Yang Li’s body, he must have inherited some things from the Mountain Moving Daoists. We know quite a bit about the Mountain Moving Daoists, so we might be able to help.”
“This…”
Yan Shouyi hesitated for a moment, then agreed to the two.
Regardless, it was the heartfelt intention of the Ma siblings, and one more person meant more strength.
“Then… what about me?”
At this moment, the Mu Ma Que necromancer flew in front of Yan Shouyi and said mournfully,
“I accompanied you to King Jian’s tomb and almost lost my soul. Even if I don't have merit, I have effort. Can you release my soul now and let me reincarnate?”
Before Yan Shouyi could answer, Sanyuan appeared from nowhere and pecked twice on the necromancer’s head.
Sanyuan: Are you telling my brother what to do??
Yan Shouyi stopped Sanyuan and then said to the necromancer,
“Do you remember the villagers you and Boss Zhou killed?”
The necromancer quickly nodded.
“You will stay here and find the souls of the villagers. Send them to the spirit carriage one by one, allowing them to find the path to reincarnation. Once you have done all this, come to Chenjiacun to find me, and I will naturally grant you freedom.”
Upon hearing this, the necromancer agreed without hesitation.
Doing those things was also considered accumulating good karma for himself.
After arranging for the necromancer, Yan Shouyi was also exhausted and sat down beside Lin Zitong.
Lin Zitong gently touched his face and said, “Don’t put too much pressure on yourself.”
“To say there is no pressure would be a lie. This matter concerns your life and death,” Yan Shouyi said. “But I will definitely give it my all.”
“I’ll go with you,” Lin Zitong rested her head on Yan Shouyi’s chest.
They lay there quietly, experiencing the tranquility of the bamboo forest for the first time.
A gentle breeze moved through the mountains, swaying the bamboo forest and making rustling sounds, which greatly relaxed the spirit.
Everyone was enjoying this moment of peace.
Yan Shouyi breathed a sigh of relief.
He had to think on the bright side.
This trip to King Jian’s tomb, he had successfully brought his grandmother’s soul back. Although his grandfather could no longer be reunited with his grandmother, his father would surely be very happy if he knew.
His grandmother had been alone in King Jian’s tomb for nearly twenty years. Now that she was finally out, he must treat her well. Daifeng Novel
Also, the golden mask obtained from King Jian was likely not an ordinary item. He could study its use later.
The peaceful environment didn't last long. Yan Shouyi suddenly heard the sound of something approaching!
The thing was moving extremely fast.
He frowned, opened his eyes, and looked in the direction of the sound.
He saw an old yellow dog trotting towards him, wagging its tail enthusiastically and licking Yan Shouyi’s face with its tongue.
Yan Shouyi recognized the big yellow dog. He said in surprise,
“You’re Uncle Dog’s Big Yellow? How did you get here?!”