bookcurios Chapter 262 Where Can I Find It?
Chapter 262 Where Can I Find It?
When Shen Xing heard this, although his heart was in turmoil, he appeared quite calm on the surface.
He nodded slightly, indicating that he had heard Shen Li's words.
But deep in his heart, the desire for the painting scroll and the star fairy burned like a raging fire, difficult to extinguish.
"Shen Li, I understand your concerns, but please believe me, I have my own plans."
He looked at Shen Li with a smile, his eyes gleaming with confidence.
"I will continue to look for clues about the Star Fairy while preparing for the Illusion Trial. The two are not contradictory, and I can balance them all."
Seeing this, Shen Li said no more.
She knew Shen Xing's character very well. Once he made up his mind, he would not change it easily.
So, after preparing the items she needed to enter the illusion, she turned to prepare the items and materials needed for the trial for Shen Xing, hoping to lend him a helping hand at the critical moment.
In the following days, Shen Xing immersed himself in the world of the scroll, trying to unravel the mysteries hidden in it; at the same time, he did not forget to practice and improve his strength in preparation for the upcoming illusion trial.
Shen Xing bid farewell to Shen Li with great anticipation, his heart filled with desire for clues about the scroll's secrets and the Star Fairy. He hurried to the market, wanting to find the stall owner who sold the scroll again, hoping to get more information from him.
Shen Xing hurried to the stall and saw the stall owner busy sorting out the goods. He quickly stepped forward and asked politely, "Hello, I am the customer who bought that scroll before. I would like to ask you something about it."
Upon hearing this, the stall owner stopped what he was doing and looked up at Shen Xing, a puzzled expression on his face. "Oh, it's that scroll." He said slowly, "To be honest, that scroll was bought by my son from a flea market, and I don't know where it came from."
Shen Xing couldn't help feeling a little disappointed when he heard this, but he was still unwilling to give up.
"Then... can you tell me which flea market your son found it from? Maybe I can go look there and find some clues."
The stall owner thought for a moment and replied, "The market he went to is quite remote. It's called 'Guyun Lingwufang' and is located in the suburbs of the south city. However, the goods there are mixed and it's hard to tell the real from the fake. You have to be careful when you go there."
Shen Xing nodded gratefully, having already made up his mind. He thanked the stall owner and hurriedly left the stall, ready to go to the place called "Ancient Charm Spiritual Objects Shop".
Shen Xing stepped into the Guyun Spiritual Objects Market with hope. Just as the stall owner said, this market was indeed located in the suburbs of the south city.
There is an ancient and old atmosphere all around.
He walked along the winding streets and asked carefully at every stall, hoping to find some clues about the old scroll.
However, the stall owners in the market shook their heads and said they had no impression of the painting.
Time seemed to flow more slowly here, and every minute and every second tested Shen Xing's patience and determination.
Just when he was feeling a little discouraged, a vague sound came from a corner and attracted his attention.
Shen Xing followed the sound and saw an old fisherman half lying on a tattered fishing net, with a few empty wine jugs scattered around him, and a strong fishy smell emanating from his whole body.
His eyes were slightly closed, as if he was immersed in his own world, but he was muttering something to himself.
Shen Xing came closer and asked cautiously, "Old Senior, is the old scroll you just mentioned an old scroll?"
The old fisherman opened his eyes, looked at Shen Xing with a dazed look, then nodded slowly.
"Yes, now that you mention it, I still have some impression of it. It was many years ago, a very beautiful girl came here, and the painting in her hand was the one you mentioned." There was a hint of drunkenness in his words, but they were also extremely clear.
Shen Xing was delighted and asked quickly, "Do you remember other characteristics of that girl? Where might she be now?"
The old fisherman shook his head and sighed, "Who can remember it so clearly?"
Shen Xing quickly handed over a few silver coins from his arms.
The old fisherman's narrowed eyes suddenly brightened up. He quickly took the silver and said intermittently,
"It's not like I have no impression at all. Let me think... When that girl was selling paintings, she seemed to be only in her teens, dressed simply, but her eyes were as bright as stars. As for where she is now, so many years have passed, and there are so many people around, how can I find her?"
Shen Xing felt somewhat disappointed when he heard this, but he also knew that this was the only clue he could find.
He thanked the old fisherman and turned to leave the market.
The old fisherman shouted at Shen Xing's back, "Give me a few more silver coins, who knows what else I can remember..."
At this moment, an urgent report from the military camp came like a bolt from the blue - the abyss was loosened!
Xutianyuan, a legendary place where an ancient evil spirit is sealed, once it is loosened, it may cause a huge disaster. As a member of the military camp, Shen Xing is well aware of the heavy responsibility he shoulders.
He immediately put aside his personal pursuit of the scroll and focused his attention on the impending crisis.
Without a moment's hesitation, Shen Xing quickly rushed to the military camp. Along the way, his heart was filled with anxiety about the unknown challenges and concern for the safety of his comrades. After arriving at the military camp, he immediately plunged into the intense preparations for war, discussing countermeasures with everyone, preparing supplies, and strengthening the defense line.
Shen Xing rushed into the military camp almost like lightning, his heart beating like a drum and his eyes flashing with anxiety and determination.
He grabbed Mo Fang who was passing by hurriedly, with such force that Mo Fang couldn't help but stop and looked at him in surprise.
"Mo Fang, have you heard? Shen Li has already..." Shen Xing's words were a little intermittent due to his haste, but his eagerness was evident.
Mo Fang's face condensed, he nodded, and said in a heavy tone: "Yes, Shen Li has gone to Xutianyuan, the situation is critical, I have been ordered to report to Lingzun immediately."
Upon hearing this, Shen Xing unconsciously clenched his hands into fists, and a look of determination flashed in his eyes. "Mo Fang, you and I have fought side by side for many years. Today I have something to say that I cannot help but speak out." He took a deep breath and looked directly into Mo Fang's eyes. "It's time for you to end this battle. You must choose a side and stand firm!"
Mo Fang was shocked by Shen Xing's sudden serious tone. He stared into Shen Xing's eyes that were full of determination and conviction, as if he saw the same brave and fearless Xinghan from many years ago in them.
Mo Fang's eyes gradually became deep, and he spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful:
"Shen Xing, I understand what you mean. I, Mo Fang, have never been a hesitant person. I know my own progress and retreat, and I know which side to stand on."