CHAPTER 809: CHAPTER 408: GATHERING OF HEROES

Jiulong Pool scenic area not only features the deep pool said to seal the Divine Dragon, but it also boasts nine verdant peaks.

The nine peaks lean on each other, intertwining to form a meandering mountain range, resembling a coiled dragon on the earth, leading people since ancient times to refer to it as the place where the Divine Dragon fell.

For centuries, the land of Jiulong has been a prime scenic spot, drawing countless tourists.

Something significant is happening at Jiulong Mountain.

Master Zhou, who has been in seclusion for years, has decided to emerge once again.

The news immediately captured everyone’s attention.

Before dawn, many people had already gathered at the foot of the mountain.

Dragon-Slaying Platform is one of the most popular leisure parks on Xiang Island.

Although named Dragon-Slaying Platform, the place does not possess a murderous aura, nor is there any historical tale of a notable person being slain here. It’s named so because at sunrise and sunset, the place gives off a feeling of being enveloped by the smoky aura of the mountains, thus named the place where the Heavenly Dragon fell, slaying auspicious signs.

On one side are the misty mountains, and on the other side is the sea with its rolling waves, presenting a spectacle of grand vistas, unparalleled beauty, and rare scenery.

Just for this single view, many people traverse thousands of miles every year.

In the last two days of the holiday, everyone wants to end their vacation on a high note.

Yuan Yanan and others woke up early, skipping breakfast as they hurried to catch a ride to the Dragon-Slaying Platform.

However, despite their rush, they still couldn’t arrive with the first wave of visitors.

Today’s Dragon-Slaying Platform was livelier than ever, with long queues almost stretching beyond sight.

Looking ahead along the queue, Liu Yunxi caught sight through the crowd of security personnel armed with live ammunition.

The security staff’s attire was quite distinctive, making it impossible not to notice.

Liu Yunxi and others were truly bored, yawning idly as they waited in line.

"Do you guys think something’s happening here?"

Liu Yunxi chuckled and tried to catch sight of something through the crowd.

However, after looking for a long time, he still found no sign, growing anxious like a wild monkey in the mountains, scratching his head.

Just then, Yuan Yanan suddenly exclaimed, pointing to another path nearby.

"Liu Yunxi, do you think that person is Lin Beichen?"

The moment these words came out, everyone’s gaze was drawn in that direction.

These past few days, Lin Beichen has been missing, causing the most concern for Liu Yunxi.

Regardless of Lin Beichen’s personal business in Xiang Island, he was the one leading the group, and if anything happened to Lin Beichen, he would be responsible.

Although Lin Beichen is an adult, and males face a lower risk of danger outside, in unfamiliar places, who can guarantee safety?

"Where is Lin Beichen?"

Liu Yunxi asked excitedly, pushing through the crowd to look to the side.

However, when he finally looked clearly, he couldn’t help but be taken aback.

There are two paths leading to the Dragon-Slaying Platform, one being the way they were taking, which is the route for tourists ascending the mountain.

This path is quite broad, yet it can’t prevent the flood of tourists.

On the side, there is a small trail, blocked by a wall of vines and greenery, and through the gaps in the foliage, Liu Yunxi instantly spotted a familiar face.

But before he could discern it carefully, he found the person was already gone into the depths of the tree wall.

Hastily turning to his companions, he saw them equally puzzled.

"Did any of you see clearly? Was that person Lin Beichen or not?"

Liu Yunxi asked desperately, unwilling to give up.

Hearing this, those present looked at one another, shaking their heads.

The gaps in the tree wall were narrow, and they only got a vague look, not seeing the person clearly.

Seeing their response, Liu Yunxi could only rest his hopes on Yuan Yanan.

"Yuan Yanan, did you see clearly or not?"

Yuan Yanan was the first to notice Lin Beichen’s movement, and since arriving on Xiang Island, she was closest with Lin Beichen, theoretically allowing her a better view.

At these words, Yuan Yanan seemed a bit annoyed.

This guy, what kind of question is he asking?

"What do you mean ’did I see clearly’? Didn’t you all not see clearly either?"

Yuan Yanan said coldly, looking back at the tree wall, from her angle she could see the person’s back.

However, the side profile and demeanor differed somewhat from her impression of Lin Beichen.

"Maybe he just bears a resemblance; likely not the same person?"

Yuan Yanan murmured.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yunxi scratched his head.

Where did Lin Beichen go?

Calls go unanswered, asking others yields no information; should I report him missing?

If he’s truly missing, it’s one thing.

But if Lin Beichen is executing a secret mission, reporting him missing might disrupt his plans.

At that moment, a voice suddenly rose beside him.

"Even if he’s not Lin Beichen, there’s likely a significant connection to him."

The speaker was Chen Fangzhi.

Looking at Chen Fangzhi’s calm expression, Liu Yunxi’s worried mind suddenly settled down.

"Hopefully that’s the case."

Liu Yunxi sighed, speaking tiredly.

Since entering college, he’s made many friends.

But among these friends, two stand out as distinctly different, one being Lin Beichen.

Aside from Lin Beichen, the most mysterious and enigmatic to him is Chen Fangzhi.

At times, Liu Yunxi even feels that Chen Fangzhi and Lin Beichen are alike.

Both are incredibly mysterious, possessing an inexplicably mysterious aura.