Chapter 2023

"That kid is friends with Sheng Kuafu. Good thing I didn't offend him before."

Seeing the two eating at the same table from afar, Zhou Tai was shocked at first, but then he rejoiced.

Although he was a bit dissatisfied with Chen Yunfei, he didn't do anything to harm others.

As the saying went, be kind to others. Sheng Kuafu sitting at the same table with him didn't mean they were friends through life and death, but there was no need to leave any hidden dangers for himself.

"I heard that the direct disciples of the Supreme Qi Palace live in the Leaping Carp Tower. I didn't believe it at first, but seeing so many people sitting here, I have to believe it."

Gu Chen and Sheng Kuafu chatted, mentioning the scene of the fifth floor being full.

He wasn't worried about Sheng Kuafu seeing through his intentions. In reality, most people knew that the direct disciples of the Supreme Qi Palace were staying in the Leaping Carp Tower. If he deliberately avoided talking about it, it would seem suspicious, and his friendship with Sheng Kuafu wouldn't be sincere.

"It's rare for the disciples of the Supreme Qi Palace to roam the world, so it's normal to attract such a big crowd. But these people are just waiting for nothing. Zhang Hao won't appear at all. "Sheng Kuafu sneered.

"Oh? Isn't Young Clan Head Sheng sitting here waiting for the true disciples of the Supreme Qi Palace? "

Gu Chen said deliberately, sensing that Sheng Kuafu seemed to know something.

"I just like the food here. Zhang Hao and Jiang Beidou left the sea early in the morning. I don't know what they're doing," Sheng Kuafu said.

Sheng Kuafu said with a trace of dissatisfaction hidden in his words.

Out to sea?

Sheng Kuafu's words were a bit unexpected. Many people in the inn had been watching the Heaven Courtyard. Zhang Hao and Jiang Beidou had left early in the morning, but not many people knew.

But this was normal. If he were Zhang Hao, he wouldn't bother with people with ulterior motives.

Gu Chen was suddenly a little worried. He didn't know if Zhang Hao would come back after he left.

"What? Brother Chen is also here for Zhang Hao? "

Sheng Kuafu suddenly asked, his eyes narrowing with killing intent.

If Gu Chen was here for Zhang Hao, then his previous acquaintance might be a trap. He wanted to use him to get to know Zhang Hao.

It was true that the Supreme Qi Palace was high and mighty, but it was not a pebble that could be stepped on by others.

"I came to Binhai City to try my luck at the auction and see if I can find a few things I want."

Gu Chen said. He found that Sheng Kuafu's mood changed a little too quickly. It could be said that he was temperamental.

"Oh? What are you looking for? Tell me about it. Maybe I'll know something. "

Sheng Kuafu didn't believe Gu Chen.

"I want to find a few treasures of the five elements, as well as the martial techniques of the Yuan School."

Gu Chen answered without hesitation. No one could tell that he was lying.

"I can understand why it's a treasure of the five elements. After all, you're a rare Daoist root of the five elements. However, what's with the Yuan Gate's martial techniques? Could it be that you've trained your body? "

Sheng Kuafu asked in surprise. Gu Chen's words successfully diverted his attention.

"In my early years, I accidentally came into contact with some of the Yuan School's orthodoxies and discovered some profundities. I took advantage of my free time to practice them as a way to strengthen my body," explained Gu Chen.

"I see."

Sheng Kuafu nodded without any doubt.

During the Yuan School's heyday, they had countless disciples. Although the Yuan School had been torn apart after the Ancestor's death, they had left behind many legacies.

Many cultivators had once studied the Yuan School's orthodoxy out of curiosity towards the Dao of Body Tempering. However, not many of them succeeded in learning it.

"Although the Chen Clan's Three Fixed Sacred Arts are somewhat unique, they can't be considered a Great Dao. It's been hard on you," said Sheng Kuafu.

From his point of view, the reason why Gu Chen had comprehended the Dao of Body Tempering was definitely because it was difficult for him to make progress in his family's legacy.

A Dao Ancestor's legacy like him had always looked down on Saint orthodoxies. Compared to them, Saint orthodoxies had too many shortcomings and flaws.

Gu Chen smiled without saying a word. He didn't argue with Sheng Kuafu.

"Alright, I've eaten and drank to my heart's content. I'll take my leave first."

Sheng Kuafu didn't plan on chatting with Gu Chen any longer. He got up, dusted his sleeves, and left.

After he left, Gu Chen looked at the sea of bubbles outside the window and wondered if he should go out to sea as well. Perhaps he could run into Zhang Hao.

However, the sea was vast, and he didn't know where Zhang Hao had gone. Searching for a needle in a haystack would probably be a waste of time.

Gu Chen shook his head. Forget it. There was no rush.

After lunch, Gu Chen left the Leaping Carp Tower and strolled around the city.

Although the auction for the Ghost Parade would only begin the day after tomorrow, Binhai City was already bustling with activity.

All sorts of markets had already opened, and there were even many small-scale auctions. If one really wanted to find treasures, they would still be able to find some.

The Ghost Parade maintained an open attitude toward these markets and small-scale auctions. After all, the auction guests came from the Nine Mountains and Seas. It wasn't easy for them to make a trip here, so everyone hoped to have more choices.

Moreover, how could the quality of the auction items from these small-scale auctions compare to the Ghost Parade?

In reality, the green leaves complemented the red flowers, expanding the authority and influence of the Ghost Parade.

After strolling around for an entire afternoon, Gu Chen returned to the Leaping Carp Tower. The dining area was still full, and there were still people loitering outside the Heaven Courtyard.

However, no one saw Zhang Hao from the Grand Qi Palace. He didn't return even when the full moon hung high in the sky.

It seemed that if he really went out to sea, it was hard to say whether he would return or not.

Zhou Tai and the others waited anxiously, but Gu Chen carried the wine he had bought in the afternoon into the Heaven Courtyard. However, he wasn't going to find Zhang Hao, but to Sheng Kuafu's residence.

They had gotten to know each other at noon. Gu Chen felt that he should strike while the iron was hot and build a good relationship with Zhang Hao.

Sheng Kuafu didn't refuse Gu Chen. He had come to befriend Zhang Hao, but he hadn't expected Zhang Hao to leave with Jiang Beidou for an entire day. He had asked for a snub and was feeling bored.

The two of them drank more and more. Suddenly, Sheng Kuafu slammed the table so hard that the wine glass shattered, and the wine spilled all over the floor.

Gu Chen's expression remained the same. He smiled and said, "Is there something on your mind, Brother Sheng?"

Sheng Kuafu didn't answer and only had a gloomy expression. However, Gu Chen could guess what was on his mind.

As the two of them conversed, Sheng Kuafu unintentionally revealed a piece of information. He didn't seem to be on good terms with Jiang Beidou from the Star Sea Sect.

Thinking back to the information given by the Hidden God Army, the Dawn Celestial Clan and the Star Sea Sect had never been on good terms, one could understand why Sheng Kuafu's mood was so bad.

He had come for Zhang Hao from the Grand Qi Palace, but Zhang Hao's attitude towards him was obviously not as good as Jiang Beidou's. Sheng Kuafu, who thought highly of himself, was naturally unhappy.

At this moment, Sheng Kuafu's guard suddenly entered the courtyard and whispered something in his ear.

Sheng Kuafu's gloomy expression suddenly changed. His eyes brightened as he looked at Gu Chen and said, "Brother Chen, are you interested in going out to sea with me?"

"Now?"

Gu Chen was slightly surprised. Remembering that Sheng Kuafu had said that Zhang Hao had gone out to sea, he nodded. "I'll listen to you, Brother Sheng."

"Alright! Let's go now! "

Sheng Kuafu seemed to be a little impatient. He immediately flew into the air and headed straight for the sea.