Yu Daochen smiled faintly at Zhou Fu and said, "Little Fu, I plan to assign this mission to you. What do you think?"
Upon hearing his master speak, Zhou Fu immediately stood up and moved to the center, cupping his hands in a bow. He looked at his master and the elders and said, "Master, this disciple is willing to share the burden of the sect."
Seeing Zhou Fu agree, Yu Daochen nodded with satisfaction but still cautioned, "The main purpose of going down the mountain this time is for experience. If you encounter danger, your first priority is to escape, not to fight to the death. Do you understand?"
"I understand."
Zhou Fu's eyes were firm as he assured them, "Please, Master and the three elders, rest assured. I will guarantee the safety of my junior brothers and bring them back to the sect safely."
"Alright, you may go and prepare," Yu Daochen said, nodding with satisfaction.
He had high expectations for Zhou Fu.
Now, Zhou Fu possessed the demeanor of a strong individual, both in terms of strength and character.
Entrusting the matter to him put Yu Daochen at ease.
After the meeting concluded, Yu Daochen walked towards a wooden house in the eastern part of the backyard.
He passed through a stone gate, crossed a wooden bridge over a pond, and arrived at the entrance of the wooden house. There, he saw Yu Shuntian lying on a rocking chair, eyes closed in repose. On the wooden table beside him, a pot of tea and two teacups were placed.
Seeing his grandfather enjoying such a leisurely life, Yu Daochen smiled faintly and walked forward.
Arriving at the wooden table, Yu Daochen picked up the teapot and poured tea into the two cups. He then lifted one cup and handed it over, smiling, "Grandfather, have some tea."
Yu Shuntian slowly opened his eyes, took the teacup, blew on it gently, and took a sip. Only then did he look at Yu Daochen, his brow furrowed slightly, "Good grandson, why is there so much ghostly energy about you?"
Seeing his grandfather ask, Yu Daochen explained the situation.
Upon hearing this, Yu Shuntian was slightly surprised, "I didn't expect that fellow Li Shaohun would give you the Merit Bead."
Yu Daochen nodded, naturally aware of the Merit Bead's benefits.
Seeing his grandson suddenly fall silent, Yu Shuntian understood what he was thinking and asked, "When do you plan to depart?"
Yu Daochen thought for a moment and replied, "Probably within a week."
Yu Shuntian's face showed no emotion, only a slight nod. He finished the tea in his cup and slowly said, "Since you've decided, then go."
"Okay."
Yu Daochen nodded in response.
At this moment, Yu Shuntian suddenly stood up, placing a hand on Yu Daochen's shoulder. His tone was kind, "With your current strength, there's nothing more I can teach you. But remember, no matter what you do, just strive to have a clear conscience."
"I understand."
Yu Daochen nodded. After a moment of silence, he finally spoke, "Grandfather, if I truly do not return from this journey, please take care of the little girl for me."
"The little girl is intelligent and quick-witted, and her talent is no less than yours. Her future achievements will surely surpass yours," Yu Shuntian replied with a nod.
Yu Daochen did not deny this.
He knew his own daughter well. At her current strength, she could fight evenly with experts on the Heaven Ranking.
He couldn't imagine what she would grow into in the future.
The grandfather and grandson chatted for a long time until it was nearing dusk. Yu Daochen then bid farewell and left the Yanhuo Sect to return to his shop.
In the following days, Yu Daochen remained in his shop, cultivating and adjusting his body to its optimal state.
The little girl, after having her fill of fun with Feng Ru, also returned.
A week later.
Yu Daochen lay on the rocking chair in the front shop, looking up at the ceiling.
Today should be Zhang Xiaoqiang's wedding. Su Lai and the others should be arriving soon.
Just then, he heard the sound of wheels rolling on the ground.
"Speak of the devil, and he shall appear."
Yu Daochen got up and walked to the door. He saw a white Volkswagen sedan slowly stopping at the entrance.
Yu Daochen was stunned for a moment, feeling a bit puzzled.
Whose car was this?
Two burly men in suits stepped out of the car.
"These two guys, damn it!"
Yu Daochen couldn't help but curse.
When did these two start following fashion trends?
He had to admit, clothes made the man. Dressed in suits, these two looked more than just a little handsome.
Especially those small sunglasses, they bore some resemblance to professional agents in movies.
Su Lai pushed his sunglasses up to his forehead and looked at Yu Daochen, who was dressed in a white undershirt, shorts, and the dreaded flip-flops. He teased, "Yo, isn't this Master Yu? Haven't seen you in a few days, and you've gone downhill so much."
"Get lost."
Yu Daochen gave him a displeased glare. He then looked at the white sedan next to them and chuckled, "Not bad, where did you rent this from?"
Hearing this, Su Lai immediately took offense, "What do you mean rent? We bought it."
"Bought it?"
Yu Daochen looked at Su Lai with disbelief, "I know your financial situation, Su Lai. I bet even the suits were paid for by Da Hu."
Although Su Lai gambled less now, the boat he bought was financed.
Even though it had completely sunk into the Yellow River, the monthly payments were not low.
Otherwise, they wouldn't always be the ones paying for meals and drinks.
Su Lai, his words exposed, awkwardly scratched the back of his head but still retorted, "Who said I bought it? Isn't it okay for Da Hu to buy it?"
Yu Daochen looked at Da Hu with some confusion.
He had to admit that Da Hu was indeed the most frugal of the three.
He didn't gamble, nor did he have any expensive hobbies, at most he enjoyed smoking and drinking.
But Da Hu didn't seem like the type to buy a car just for appearances.
Da Hu's old van had accompanied the three of them through thick and thin, and all their major events were attended in that van.
Da Hu next to him gave Su Lai an annoyed glare and snorted, "You still have the nerve to say that? If I hadn't been driving you, would my lifelong partner have been destroyed?"
Su Lai awkwardly scratched the back of his head and laughed, "It's just that out with the old, in with the new, right? I'm not saying it, but that old antique of yours should have been replaced."
"Hmph."
Da Hu didn't want to listen to his explanation.
Listening to their conversation, Yu Daochen became curious, "Quickly tell me, how did your old van get destroyed?"
The three of them entered the shop and sat around the tea table.
Da Hu took a sip of tea and looked at Su Lai, annoyed, "You tell him, what exactly happened."
Su Lai became slightly embarrassed and said, "It's nothing, just a little accident."
"A little accident?"
Upon hearing this, Da Hu almost dropped his teacup. He stared at Su Lai and raised his voice, "Holy crap, Su Lai, you have the nerve to call that a little accident? You call that a little accident?"
"The two of us almost kicked the bucket! Kicked the bucket! Do you know that!"