My Pretty Campus Queen

Chapter 1312: Chapter 1311: Zhang Li’s Background

"Ah? Haha... Of course, it’s just foot wash water. Hold on, I’ll heat it up for you."

Saying this, Zhang Li turned around, puffing her cheeks with frustration, evidently very upset. This evening she finally encountered an exceptional case, her words were so clear, yet he still didn’t get it, truly made her furious.

However, nothing could stop her determination to leave the mountain. If beauty tricks didn’t work, she’d have to try other ways. She must have something to bind them so they would wholeheartedly take her out of the mountains.

About twenty minutes later, Zhang Li returned to Chen Tianlong’s room, but this time she was holding foot wash water. She placed it in front of Chen Tianlong and said, "Hey buddy, where are you planning to go tomorrow? I’m quite familiar with this area, wondering if I could assist you, considering how much money you gave."

"Oh? Are you really familiar with it?"

Hearing Zhang Li say this, Chen Tianlong suddenly became somewhat interested.

This time, Chen Tianlong came for the Pure Energy Stone, any clues regarding it, he would treasure dearly.

Otherwise, it would be a wasted trip, not to mention the struggle to cure Wu Mengting would be tremendously difficult.

After all, Wu Mengting endured so much suffering for him; Chen Tianlong was determined to find plenty of Energy Stones.

"Yes, I’ve lived here for twenty years now, there’s no place I’m unfamiliar with except for the way out." Zhang Li finally revealed her intention.

"The way out? Are you saying you haven’t been outside in these twenty years, haven’t seen the outside world? How come?" Chen Tianlong felt strange as although not remote, it took them just over two hours to get here led by Xu Ke today.

"Hehe, if you try to walk alone, you’d surely get lost. This mountain range is like a labyrinth. Without knowing the path in, you’d never find your way out." Zhang Li explained.

"Wow, so that’s how it is! No wonder you all don’t go out." Chen Tianlong suddenly realized.

"No, it’s not that we don’t go out; it’s that I can’t. When others leave, people are stationed at the village entrance, ensuring no one follows them. Here, women have never seen the outside world, the paved roads, the charming, bustling city." Zhang Li described the city from her memories, sinking into contemplation.

"You’ve been to the city before?" Chen Tianlong finally detected a hint.

Zhang Li nodded, tears uncontrollably streaming down, striking Chen Tianlong’s soft spot.

"Big Sis, don’t cry just yet, tell me about your situation." Chen Tianlong was caught off guard.

"Buddy, you must help me, I am..." During the following time, Chen Tianlong patiently listened to Zhang Li’s story.

Chen Tianlong pondered, contemplating everyone’s destiny; perhaps it’s Zhang Li’s fate, nothing much to say.

"Do you really want to return to the city? Actually, I think there’s nothing bad here." Chen Tianlong thought and said.

After all, Zhang Li left twenty years ago, can she adjust returning to a big city? Even if she found her parents, what would they think? Given her current predicament, it might have become history. Moreover, with society’s whispers and various criticisms, could she withstand them?

Perhaps if Chen Tianlong took her out this time, it might end up harming her.

The city is like a besieged castle; those who enter wish to leave, while those outside wish to enter.

"Yes, I’ve decided; rather than waiting quietly for death here, I’d rather go out and live fiercely." Zhang Li was evidently very fond of her past life. It’s understandable; she’s indeed lonely here, customs don’t allow remarriage; once married, it’s for life.

Thus, she’s been widowed for eighteen years, from being a beautiful maiden, now transformed into a faded flower.

Although a hint of her beauty remains, it’s nowhere close to her youthful charm, a far cry. Time cuts like a knife, each cut merciless.

"Okay, help me find the Ice Flame Cave, and I’ll find a way to take you out. Is it a deal?"

Taking someone out isn’t difficult for Chen Tianlong, but he’s unrelated to this Zhang Li, why save her? Is it out of pity?

If that’s the case, then thousands upon thousands of pitiful souls each day, should Chen Tianlong be saving them until he dies?

"Ice Flame Cave?"

Zhang Li was stunned; she seemed to have heard of this name before. Thinking about it, she suddenly said, "I know, that place is about five or six miles up the mountain road, at a place called Zhou Mountain, the cave is there."

"Oh, I don’t quite understand your descriptions; you still need to lead us there, or else I might get lost. If I can’t find my way back, how could I save you?" Chen Tianlong replied with a bitter smile.

"Alright, then get some rest; we’ll set off early in the morning."

"Okay."

It’s rare for someone to be more anxious than he is; his heart was overjoyed. Turns out, things have become much easier, as someone has volunteered.

After washing his feet, Chen Tianlong poured out the wash water, feeling quite refreshed. He closed his eyes and slept soundly till morning.

The next morning, the trio got up. Zhang Li had already prepared breakfast and was ready for the mountain expedition.

After eating, Tan Xianglan and Xu Ke looked at Zhang Li and asked curiously, "Chen Tianlong, what’s she doing, is she also coming with us to find Energy Stone?"

"That’s right. Li says she’s very familiar with this area and knows the exact location of the Ice Flame Cave. This way, it’ll be much easier to find our target, plus we can save time. Don’t you want to return quickly to rescue your boss, or do you hope he dies so you can take over?" Chen Tianlong deliberately said.

"Peh, peh, peh! Stop spouting nonsense! I am devotedly loyal to the king; how could I have such thoughts." Xu He hurriedly defended himself.

"Oh, I was just casually saying, why are you so tense?" Chen Tianlong chuckled bitterly, "Alright, let’s set off immediately."

Everyone nodded, the four packed water and dried food and started up the mountain.

Coming here, Tan Xianglan was merely tagging along, accompanying Chen Tianlong, treating it like a sightseeing tour, enjoying the scenery with a very cheerful mood.

Whereas Xu Ke was guiding Chen Tianlong, but for the remaining stretch, he wasn’t as familiar as Zhang Li, often hesitating. However, Zhang Li directly pointed out the direction, leading to a swift arrival at Zhou Mountain.

After about an hour or so, the four stood in front of the legendary Zhou Mountain. Doesn’t feel familiar?

That’s right, we’re familiar with Buzhou Mountain, but this is called Zhou Mountain. Buzhou Mountain is the Divine Mountain of the Immortal Realm, but this Zhou Mountain is not a Divine Mountain but certainly special.

The legend has it that this is where Swift Phoenix resides—in plain terms, this is its territory.

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