Chapter 355

Chapter 355: The Shadow in Binhai City

Lou Yun’s expression had now turned slightly terrifying. Especially the immense aura radiating from his entire being, pressing down upon Chang Feng and Mo Bingju like an invisible mountain. Even when channeling all their spiritual energy to resist, they still struggled to breathe.

However, Yi Xuan and Yi Ru felt none of this pressure. Facing Chang Feng and Mo Bingju, Lou Yun’s aura had unconsciously enveloped only those two.

Fortunately, Lou Yun noticed their strained expressions and snapped back to awareness. With a swift shake, he withdrew his aura back within himself, apologizing gravely, “Forgive me. I became too worried for my clan’s safety upon hearing this news. Are you alright?”

This was easily understood. Lou Yun cared deeply for his family. As the clan head of the Lou Family, news of deadly assaults against Divine Weapon Island’s people ignited intense fury within him.

Chang Feng and Mo Bingju waved dismissively. “We’re fine! But we truly don’t know whether those first killed included anyone from the Lou Family. This news… we heard it secondhand ourselves.”

“Another source?” Lou Yun had initially assumed Zhuge Mou gathered the intelligence, yet Chang Feng implied the news came from elsewhere.

“Indeed. Rumors now rage across Spirit Weapon Star. Anyone with remote influence knows.”

Lou Yun’s face darkened further. Though he founded Divine Weapon Island, it later became the Divine Weapon Alliance forged by his second brother Beichen Ming—whose formidable strength he knew intimately. Who dared challenge it now?

Unheeding of Lou Yun’s expression, Chang Feng continued, “Enraged, Divine Weapon Island deployed patrols across its waters. But those attackers proved cunning. Their cultivation ranks high, and they evaded all detection. Yet they remain nearby. Any weakened islanders who leave—fall prey. The outskirts are chaotic now.”

“Mo Bingju and I came to rescue the children. Meanwhile, Tie Sha and Wen Hou are already dispatched by Brother Zhuge to aid Divine Weapon Island against these enemies.”

Relief washed over Lou Yun at Tie Sha and Wen Hou’s involvement. Gratitude towards Zhuge Mou’s planning bloomed in him.

Lou Yun nodded, clasping his fists. “My thanks. I’d known nothing of Divine Weapon Island’s peril. Time presses—I return there immediately. What are your next steps?”

“Brother Zhuge instructed us: After saving the children, rendezvous at Divine Weapon Island.”

Lou Yun raised an eyebrow. Even mobilizing four Heavenly Talents meant foes formidable indeed. “Then we journey together!”

Three summoned their magical weapons. Lou Yun carried Yi Xuan and Yi Ru once more as three streaks of light pierced the sky.

Healed and restored to peak spiritual energy, Chang Feng and Mo Bingju matched Lou Yun’s maximum speed. Wind shrieked as they raced northward.

Mid-flight, Lou Yun pondered: Who would dare provoke Divine Weapon Island? Remnants from those minor sea powers he erased?

Formerly Shuotai Island ruled by the Qiu family, Lou Yun renamed it after its conquest. Later, seeking stability, he crushed Mo Linsheng’s faction at Domineering Island. Though most survivors submitted, a minority refused—and Lou Yun released them. They crossed his mind first: Were they exacting vengeance?

But no—they were few and weak. Even united, they posed little threat. Island-wide searches failing to track them proved it. Their stealth skills never matched this capability.

Shui Lingluo, then?

Once his closest friend—a battle-comrade devoured by unrequited love. To wound him, she once allied with Mo Linsheng. Her water control ability delivered harsh blows until Lou Yun brought her aunt from the Water Clan. Shui Lingluo fled… vanishing ever since.

Could Shui Lingluo conceal her presence? Undoubtedly. Underwater, even Lou Yun deemed her near-invincible.

He inwardly agreed: Likely her. Proof was simple—just inquire at the Water Clan again.

…

Binhai City—Divine Weapon Island’s port metropolis. Its City Lord Ma Ziwei joined the Divine Weapon Alliance under the Eastern Master, making this city an Alliance stronghold.

As ever, the harbor city bustled with activity. But today felt different. Three adults and two children entered: Lou Yun’s group.

After over ten sky-crossing days, they’d journeyed from the far south. Intending direct flight to the island, Lou Yun reasoned: Since Binhai City lay en route, why not seek local insights on these attackers? He thus entered Binhai City with Chang Feng.

This wasn’t leisurely exploration. Lou Yun sought City Lord Ma Ziwei directly at the City Lord Manor. Only Yi Xuan and Yi Ru stared wide-eyed at streets and shops. The adults marched forward, stern and focused.

Soon after, Lou Yun slowed. Something shadowed their steps.

Activating Spirit Vision, Lou Yun filtered ambient noise mentally. An image formed: A young man trailed six meters behind them.

Lou Yun quickened his pace. Rounding a street corner, he halted and leaned against a wall—waiting.

The youth soon turned that corner… and froze at Lou Yun’s cold smirk.

“Your purpose?” Lou Yun’s smile vanished, his icy stare pinning that seeming peer.

Lou Yun sensed familiarity yet couldn’t place him.

Though startled, the youth composed himself swiftly. Glancing around, he lowered his voice: “Unsafe here. The third watch tonight—Xinghai Village beyond the walls.”

He strode away instantly as if never lingering or speaking.

Frowning, Lou Yun scrutinized that retreating back. Memory failed him.

Chang Feng approached. “Lou, should I tail him?”

Lou Yun shook his head after pondering. “No need. Tonight he’ll meet me.”

…

Inside the City Lord Manor, Lou Yun met Ma Ziwei. Pleasantries cut short, Lou Yun demanded details on Divine Weapon Island’s attackers. Ma Ziwei corroborated Chang Feng’s account: Unknown factions still lurked nearby, ambushing arriving/departing vessels—disrupting island security severely.

Even the Eastern Master and four leaders converged there. Yet the attackers’ identities eluded capture. Indeed not even their shadows were seen.

Ma Ziwei’s words cemented Lou Yun’s suspicion: Shui Lingluo had to be involved. How else evade patrols by so many heaven-level magical weapons masters at sea?

Learning nothing new, Lou Yun ceased inquiries. Dawn departure for Divine Weapon Island would bring answers.

Ma Ziwei housed them. At the stillest hour, Lou Yun slipped noiselessly from his chamber. Gauging position beneath night skies, he soared towards Xinghai Village.