Tomb Robber: I, Chen Yulou, am dedicated to cultivating immortality!

Chapter 93: The Disaster of the Chieftain, Heading West by Boat

Duyun Cave.

Located in Laosi City.

Because there are two ancient caves in the north and south two miles east of the city, they are also called Jiulong Cave and Immortal Cave.

Laosicheng was the capital of the Yongshun Dynasty.

From the time when Tang Tian came of age to the year of Yongzheng.

The Peng family has held the position of hereditary chieftain for more than 800 years, and has held this position almost forever.

Even though Tusi has been abolished for two hundred years, the Peng family still has unimaginable influence in Duyun Cave.

The local Miao and Dong people did not accept Wang Hua and did not respect the king's way, and only recognized the name of the Peng family.

So much so that today.

Duyundong has come under the jurisdiction of Qianzhong Road, but the people sent there have no prestige at all.

A strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake.

What's more, the Peng family is at the level of a giant python. Let alone suppressing it, it is considered a success if it is not counterattacked.

Several people were sent over from Qianzhong Road.

As a result, without exception, they were all driven away in despair, and some even took office without even being able to step through the city gate.

One can imagine how powerful the Peng family is.

Guarding for eight hundred years, looking at the five thousand years, only the Zhou Dynasty lasted for nearly eight hundred years. It was the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, the Western Zhou Dynasty plus the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period.

A chieftain can be hereditary for nearly a thousand years.

It is unimaginable to exist anywhere.

What's more, the southeastern part of Guizhou has been surrounded by mountains since ancient times and is located in a remote area. The natives are not well educated and do not even know about the change of dynasties.

Every dynasty and every generation wants to rule this place.

They could only pinch their noses and let the Peng family continue to inherit the family and take control on their behalf, which is why the current situation was created.

Wait for a group of people to enter the city.

It was completely dark outside.

Since Laosicheng is an important town in the capital, there have been merchants traveling from north to south doing business since ancient times.

You can also see many Han people dressed like them along the way.

Walking on the road, it doesn't feel awkward.

Before arriving, Chen Yulou had someone set up a road guide.

but……

Even so.

I still spent a lot of money on the road before I successfully entered the city.

If you want to do business in Laosicheng, you will be lucky if you don't get ripped off.

What's more, they all rode tall horses and wore long robes. They all had extraordinary looks, and they seemed to have a lot of background at first glance.

Although the road guide says "Hongshang", everyone knows it well.

Chen Yulou was not surprised by this.

The king of hell is easy to live with, but the devil is difficult to deal with. This has been the case since ancient times.

It's better to spend a little money to eliminate disasters than to be targeted. This is an unfamiliar place and it's the capital of a chieftain. He doesn't want to get into trouble and delay his trip.

Not long after.

The guide led the group of people to stop outside the door of an inn.

A strange tall building.

The overall style is that of a Miao stilted building, but it also clearly incorporates Han Chinese style.

Even the name of the inn is written in two languages.

"Dear guests, do you want to stay in a hotel or stay in a hotel?"

The appearance of such a large cavalry team outside the inn had already alarmed the innkeeper.

He was standing at the door with a smile on his face that couldn't be concealed at all.

"Stay at the hotel."

No need for Chen Yulou to remind you.

The leading man had already come forward to negotiate.

"But, shopkeeper, prepare the food for us first."

"The horses also have to be fed and brushed."

When he heard that he was staying in a hotel, the shopkeeper's lips almost reached behind his ears.

With so many people, even if they only stayed for one night, they could make a lot of money, so they immediately agreed with their chests patted.

"Of course, of course, it's all part of the job."

"Come on, everyone, please come this way."

The innkeeper led the horses to the backyard to feed them, while the innkeeper personally led the group into the building.

It will be dinner time.

There were many people coming and going to spend the night in the hall.

Judging by their attire, most of them were traveling traders. Seeing so many of them coming in, they all looked over with curiosity.

"Everyone, do you want to go to the second floor?"

"On the first floor."

Chen Yulou walked straight to a table by the window and sat down.

Seeing that he has a graceful demeanor and an extraordinary appearance, every move he makes exudes the aura of a superior.

The shopkeeper has seen many people.

It was obvious at a glance that he was the one in charge of this group, and the smile on his face was even bigger.

"Okay, I'll just listen to your guest. What kind of food do you want? I'm not bragging. Although my shop is not big, the chef is proficient in all kinds of dishes."

"Make sure all the guests eat and drink well."

Chen Yulou didn’t come here just to eat or drink.

"Shopkeeper, just put it on your store's sign."

"Okay, I'll go give instructions to the chef."

Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper was obviously relieved, and his impression of Chen Yulou also secretly improved to countless levels.

Today, there are eight major cuisines in the south and the north, but in fact there are more than eight.

Some people like it light, some prefer it without meat, some have a light taste and some have a heavy taste.

This is the so-called consensus.

Although he talks nice, sometimes he gets a headache when he really encounters such demanding customers.

Like Chen Yulou, there are only a few people who don't embarrass him.

"Shopkeeper, wait a moment."

"Just let the guy rush you. I'm new here and I have a few things I want to ask you about. Is it convenient?"

Seeing that he was about to turn around, Chen Yulou smiled warmly.

"……this."

The shopkeeper was startled, but he only hesitated for less than half a second before he reacted.

A smile appeared on his face again.

He nodded repeatedly.

"Of course, of course it's convenient."

He ordered the waiter standing behind him, went to fetch a few plates of food and drinks, brought a jug of good wine, and then sat down next to Kunlun.

On the table.

Chen Yulou, Partridge Xian, Hua Ling, Hongniang and Kunlun.

While he was talking before, he had secretly observed it.

Chen Yulou may seem gentle, but there is a domineering aura in his words and deeds that cannot be denied.

Most of these people sit in high positions and can only do this by moving their Qi and nourishing their bodies.

As for the Partridge Whistle, it was completely different from him.

His whole body smelled like he was not allowed to approach strangers.

Coupled with the fact that he was dressed as a Taoist, he really couldn't be sure.

As for the two girls, one is heroic and the other is innocent, both are outstanding.

How could I see such a beautiful girl in Laosi City?

Not to mention, it doesn't take much to know that girls who dare to run around in the world in such troubled times must either come from a wealthy family or have absolute confidence in their own skills.

Five people at a table.

Kunlun, a big guy, seems to be a little easier to talk to.

"I heard the shopkeeper's accent came from outside?"

Seeing him pouring drinks for the group at the table, Chen Yulou was not polite and picked up the wine glass and gently swayed it between his mouth and nose.

A mellow aroma of wine suddenly hit your nose.

The cave hides old wine.

At least ten years or more.

And, it’s non-toxic.

Traveling around the world and going out, how could he easily drink alcohol with his personality.

When it passed through my nose just now, I specially activated Aoki's spiritual energy to sense it.

Without hesitation at this moment, he took a small sip.

While savoring it carefully, Yiyi asked the shopkeeper next to him.

"I've been coming here for almost ten years."

"Back then, I didn't think too much when I brought a family with me. I just wanted to make a living. I didn't expect...it would take so long in the blink of an eye."

The shopkeeper's eyes flashed with memories and he sighed.

One listen to this time.

Several people at the table immediately understood that he most likely came here to settle down with his people to avoid the disaster of war.

"Dignified guest..."

"My surname is Chen. The shopkeeper can just call me Mr. Chen."

Seeing that he was a distinguished guest, Chen Yulou waved his hands and said.

The shopkeeper immediately changed his title and asked straight to the point, "I don't know what Mr. Chen wants to ask. I don't dare to say that everything is clear, but I have heard a lot about it."

"To be honest with the shopkeeper, Chen has no intention of coming here, but naturally a businessman cannot leave empty-handed, so he just wanted to ask the shopkeeper what is a better way to make a living in Laosi City now."

Of course Chen Yulou would not ask directly.

Instead, he asked in a different direction.

"Business……"

The shopkeeper didn't dare to delve into whether his words were true or false.

He just pondered for a moment.

"When it comes to making money, it must be made from salt, iron, tea, silk, and porcelain. Most of the merchants traveling to and from Laosicheng are doing these."

"but……"

"Mr. Chen, there is one thing you must not touch."

The shopkeeper's voice suddenly changed.

"Oh?" Chen Yulou also became interested and smiled slightly, "I wonder what it is?"

Not only him, but also Partridge Whistle, Hua Ling and Red Girl on the side also looked at him.

Seeing this, the shopkeeper didn't dare to tempt them and lowered his voice.

"Medicine."

"Why?" Chen Yulou frowned.

This answer was something he didn't expect.

He didn't know the Qiannan side, but he still knew the Laoxiong Ridge area.

Those merchants traveling between Xiangxi and Dongzhai basically sell salt, iron, tea, especially salt, which can almost be used as currency for circulation.

Salt is used for food.

Medicinal materials can cure diseases and save lives.

These are all indispensable things.

The most important thing is that medicinal materials can be found everywhere in the mountains of Miao territory, but because they have no knowledge of pharmacology, they have not mastered the science of medicine.

We can only sell those hundred-year-old yams to those traders at low prices in exchange for patent medicines.

It stands to reason that the Duyundong area is almost entirely inhabited by Miao and Dong people.

Medicinal materials are in great demand.

Selling back and forth is definitely a hugely profitable industry.

Why did the shopkeeper remind them not to touch it?

"Mr. Chen, you..."

Originally, Chen Yulou said that he was new here, but to be honest, the shopkeeper didn't take it seriously and just thought he was an excuse.

But now he looks like he doesn't want to fake it.

Only then did he realize that the person in front of him was probably unfamiliar with the place.

only……

You dare to dive into Laosicheng without knowing anything.

He didn't know whether to say that Chen Yulou and his gang were bold or ignorant of the world.

"Let's put it this way."

The shopkeeper looked back and looked around.

No one noticed.

Only then did he point to the sky.

"With that one out of the way, who will dare to make a living in this land?"

that one?

Look at his gestures.

Chen Yulou and others immediately understood.

The Peng family was the only one in Laosi City who kept him silent and cautious to this extent.

It’s just a family that has been in Laosicheng for 800 years.

There is almost no difference between him and the emperor.

The most indispensable thing for such a wealthy family is money. How dare they compete with ordinary people for profit?

Since ancient times, cattle and sheep have not been kept in the ice-cutting home.

The Peng family is quite interesting.

It is equivalent to directly cutting off the livelihood of countless people.

"That shouldn't be the case. Once you reach that level, you won't even care about this small amount of money..."

Chen Yulou took a sip from the wine glass.

Deliberately showing disbelief.

"Haha, if this had been published ten years ago, I wouldn't have believed it. But the clear text has been posted in the city. If you didn't give me a hundred courages, I wouldn't dare to speculate randomly."

The shopkeeper sighed.

He has been in Laosicheng for ten years.

I know a truth.

That is, no matter what, you can't go against the Peng family.

"Could it be..."

Hear this.

Chen Yulou couldn't help but have several thoughts in his mind.

Salt and iron can still be sold, but medicinal materials are banned, which is obviously wrong.

There is probably only one possibility.

That means the Peng family may be setting up a big game.

When will countless medicinal materials be used?

War, of course.

Thinking of this, Chen Yulou subconsciously glanced at Partridge Whistle beside him. He seemed to have thought of this step, and the mist in his eyes slowly dissipated.

"I can't say it anymore. There is a lot of noise in the city now. If anyone dares to gossip, if the guards hear it, they will be thrown into jail at the least, and their family will be destroyed at the worst."

Seeing that Chen Yulou still wanted to open his mouth.

A hint of fear flashed in the shopkeeper's eyes, and he shook his head repeatedly.

"The shopkeeper is worrying too much."

"Chen is a businessman and his first priority is making money. How dare he take the risk of beheading?"

Chen Yulou shook his head and smiled.

Tell the shopkeeper not to panic.

"By the way, shopkeeper, there's something else I want to ask."

"As long as that person is not involved...Mr. Chen, feel free to speak out."

The shopkeeper raised his sleeves, wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, and said helplessly.

"That's natural."

"Chen would like to ask, is the road to southern Yunnan... still feasible?"

"Southern Yunnan?"

Hearing this place name, the shopkeeper immediately hesitated.

Chen Yulou handed over two pieces of silver calmly.

Feeling the cold touch, the shopkeeper was stunned for a moment, and then his hesitation disappeared instantly.

"This, Mr. Chen is too polite."

Putting Yin Yang into his sleeves without any fuss, the shopkeeper took a deep breath and then lowered his voice.

"There is a Shuicheng Baima Cave in the west of Duyun, where Chieftain Anjia has been here for hundreds of years."

"The two families face each other across the Nanlong River."

"One Miao and one Yi were originally connected to each other, but a few years ago, the An family ran out of medicinal materials, which caused extreme dissatisfaction with the Peng family. Now that they have a monopoly on medicinal materials, they are starting to fight."

Sure enough, money can make all the difference.

Chen Yulou smiled secretly in his heart.

But his face didn't show much, he just listened quietly.

"Mr. Chen, if you really want to go to southern Yunnan, you'd better take a detour. It is said that people have been beaten to death at the junction, and people often flee to seek refuge."

"Okay, thanks for reminding me."

"Besides, if the shopkeeper has something to do, please do it first."

After hearing this, the shopkeeper did not stay long, got up and continued to greet and send off.

Watch him back behind the counter.

The smile on Chen Yulou's face faded little by little.

Only a hint of solemnity remained.

have to say.

These two pieces of ocean flowers are still worth it.

At least two important pieces of information were obtained from the shopkeeper's words.

First, it is now impossible to travel from southern Guizhou to western Yunnan, so we can only take a detour.

also.

They cannot stay in Laosicheng any longer.

There are nearly thirty good horses, which are enough to make people excited wherever they are placed.

What's more, now the war has started.

For the sake of medicinal materials, the Peng family would not hesitate to die personally.

Not to mention that they are a bunch of outsiders, so it is absolutely reasonable for the Peng family to covet them.

"Listen to me, Kunlun. If you wait, please give me a reminder. Send two brothers to wait at the dock while the others purchase ingredients."

"As soon as someone arrives, get out quickly."

Chen Yulou looked at the people on the table and whispered.

"Yes, from the shopkeeper."

Kunlun nodded and immediately accepted the order.

"Brother Chen, are you worried that the Peng family will take action?"

Partridge Whistle is also an old man who is used to traveling around the world. He can easily figure out what happened here and frowned.

"It's not a worry, but a certainty."

Chen Yulou snorted coldly.

It's not like he has never dealt with those so-called toasts.

Green forest bandits, Jianghu people, at least they still follow the rules and recognize the mountain pass.

But the chieftain yamen who were in charge of various places were domineering and had no scruples. In their eyes, human life was not even as good as weeds in the ground.

Anyway, after cutting one crop, there are countless more.

Even these useless things can provide them with a steady stream of gold and jade food.

Now that even the shopkeepers in Laosicheng have heard the news, one can imagine the extent of the fighting on the front line.

"Shopkeeper, I'll go over now."

Kunlun hadn't thought too much at first.

When I heard the shopkeeper speaking so seriously, I didn't dare to delay. I immediately got up and walked towards the table not far away.

Chen Yulou didn't stop him either.

According to the speed of the group of people on the waterway.

At most, it’s just these two days.

Not long after, Kunlun returned with relief, and the two guys left the inn and left the city.

After staying in Laosicheng for two days.

really.

Qi Hu and his party, who were traveling by water, took a boat to the shore and entered the Duyun boundary.

Chen Yulou received the news.

He took the people out of the inn as soon as possible and headed straight to the pier.

It was almost half an hour since they left.

There were nearly a hundred guards from the Tusi Mansion, wearing armor and holding guns, and surrounded the inn.

The old shopkeeper didn't know what happened at first.

Until he was brought to the commander of the palace guards.

When he asked about Chen Yulou and his group, he suddenly realized that he could not betray according to the original rules of the world.

But under the pressure of the Peng family.

He really didn't have the courage to lie, but he only said that they had left the city.

Wait for the chieftain's guards to catch up to the dock.

Chen Yulou and his party had already headed straight to Bama along Dushan Mountain.

Fast forward three days later.

The people who took the detour had already boarded a large boat and successfully entered southern Yunnan along the Nanpan River!

(End of this chapter)