togophonebook #331 - The treasure has been found!
#331 - The treasure has been found!
“Qingyi Tower, everyone assemble!”
Liang Jin’s voice was like thunder, resounding like a huge bell in all directions.
In an instant, all the martial artists came running from all directions, quickly gathering around Liang Jin.
At this moment, the leaders of the three major sects, their eyes like torches, all focused on Liang Jin.
With solemn expressions, they suddenly stood up and questioned Liang Jin in a deep voice:
“Tower Master Meng, where are you intending to go?”
The scrutinizing gaze was like that of a sharp-eyed falcon, seemingly wanting to see through the thoughts in Liang Jin’s heart.
Liang Jin’s heart suddenly tightened, keenly capturing the faintly emerging killing intent.
Three wisps of almost imperceptible, yet chillingly piercing killing intent, quietly emanated from the three sect leaders, like three venomous snakes hidden in the darkness, faintly locking onto him.
A trace of cold laughter couldn't help but rise in Liang Jin's heart, as he cursed inwardly:
“This group of cunning old foxes!”
He naturally understood that the three sect leaders would never allow him to withdraw at this moment.
The forces of the four sides were gathered here, restraining each other, like four forces pulling on an invisible net, maintaining a delicate and fragile balance.
If one party rashly withdrew, once the treasure appeared, the remaining three parties would inevitably engage in a fierce battle to seize the treasure, ultimately ending in a lose-lose-lose situation.
In this way, the party that left early could reap the benefits without lifting a finger and take all the treasures.
Therefore, in this delicate situation, anyone who tried to break away alone at this moment would be tantamount to openly declaring war on the other three parties, and would inevitably face their joint siege.
At this moment, Liang Jin understood in his heart.
If he insisted on leaving, he was afraid that these three sect leaders would not hesitate to abandon their previous grudges and join hands to eliminate him first, and then engage in a fierce treasure battle among themselves.
He knew he couldn't leave, but he didn't want to confront the powerful enemies of the Black Dragon Kingdom too early, falling into a situation where he was attacked from both sides.
Immediately, Liang Jin reached out and pointed sharply at the huge cave leading to the abandoned mausoleum, and said loudly:
“The treasure inside the cave is of great importance. I must personally watch them being transported out to be at ease!”
“No one should try to play any tricks! And don’t even think about touching Qingyi Tower’s share!”
The Qingyi Tower's members had coveted the treasure for a long time, and the Tower Master's words were like a spring breeze, instantly igniting the desire in their hearts, which suited everyone's wishes.
In an instant, the Qingyi Tower members drew their weapons from their waists, the blades unsheathed, and a cold light flashed.
They stood firmly behind Liang Jin without hesitation, their figures upright, like rows of solid city walls, showing their firm determination to go through fire and water and fight to the death for Liang Jin.
Liang Jin did not wait for the three sect leaders to respond at all, and waved his hand decisively:
“Follow me in!”
After saying that, he took the lead and stepped straight into the deep cave.
The remaining Qingyi Tower disciples followed closely behind, like a black torrent, entering one after another.
The three sect leaders watched Liang Jin and his party slowly enter the abandoned mausoleum, a trace of imperceptible meaning flashing in their eyes, and they all nodded slightly.
Ming Cangwu turned his head slightly and gave the Right Demon Envoy Hei Jiu a subtle look.
The Right Demon Envoy Hei Jiu understood and moved slightly, ready to get up and take orders.
Just then.
The Left Demon Envoy Leng You suddenly moved her lotus steps lightly, stood up gracefully, and said respectfully and firmly:
“Master, this matter is of great importance, let me go.”
Ming Cangwu's gaze paused on her, his eyes narrowed slightly, as if weighing the pros and cons.
After thinking for a while, he finally waved his hand gently and granted her request.
So the Left Demon Envoy Leng You hurried away and chased after Liang Jin, while shouting in a clear voice:
“Tower Master Meng, please wait a moment.”
“I heard that there are intricate mechanisms inside. I know a little about mechanism techniques and would like to help you break the mechanisms.”
After saying that, she took a few agile disciples and stepped into the mysterious cave like a faint shadow.
Ming Cangwu turned his gaze to the Right Demon Envoy Hei Jiu again, his expression indifferent, and said in a soft voice:
“Go and fetch my good tea that I have treasured for many years, don’t delay.”
The Right Demon Envoy Hei Jiu understood, bowed slightly, and immediately got up, walking steadily towards the valley entrance.
At this time.
The Bull-Headed Mingwang of the Boundless Bright King Sect put his hands together, slowly stood up, his face compassionate, and chanted:
“Amitabha.”
“This poor monk senses that the Yin energy in this mausoleum is heavy and there are many dead souls. I feel pity and am willing to go and deliver them, to resolve their grievances.”
After speaking, he walked slowly into the abandoned mausoleum filled with mysterious aura with steady steps.
The Boundless Dharma King still sat cross-legged on the lotus platform like an ancient statue, his eyes closed tightly, his expression peaceful, chanting scriptures in his mouth.
He seemed to be deaf to everything that happened around him, indifferent, and immersed in his own world.
Bai Qiuying, the leader of the Great Snow Mountain Sect, narrowed his eyes slightly, his eyes like a lone wolf in the cold night, revealing coldness and vigilance, quietly watching all this.
Cang Du subconsciously clenched the teacup in his hand, his knuckles turning white. He also faintly sensed an unusual atmosphere of tension, quietly spreading in this silent atmosphere.
Originally, with the strength of their Great Snow Mountain Sect, dealing with these situations was not difficult.
However, the unfortunate death of the Third-Rank expert Wang Zhi undoubtedly greatly damaged the strength of the Great Snow Mountain Sect, and their vitality had not yet recovered.
As a result, now, Bai Qiuying and Cang Du could only temporarily stand still, wait and see, and wait for the opportunity.
Ayina sat at the table, frowning as she looked at Liang Jin's back, seemingly unable to understand Liang Jin's decision to enter the cave.
On the other side.
Inside the mausoleum.
Liang Jin led the crowd slowly along the winding tunnel.
The further they went, the more open the interior space became, like a mysterious underground world slowly unfolding before them.
Obviously, the skilled craftsmen who built this place cleverly used the naturally formed underground grotto, carefully designed and transformed it, making the interior space extremely spacious and grand.
Above the high cave ceiling, there were embedded fluorite and mica, these gems emitting a faint glow, like stars.
Although there were many traces of artificial buildings in this huge stone cave, it was not difficult to see that these buildings had only undergone simple processing, and before they could be finely carved, they had been ruthlessly abandoned.
There were also many mechanisms along the way, but they were all relatively simple.
With the Star Demon Sea disciples carefully leading the way, relying on their rich experience and superb skills, these mechanisms were easily cracked one by one.
Finally.
The crowd came to two wide and heavy stone doors.
The stone doors were simple and solemn, with mysterious patterns carved on the surface, as if guarding the secrets behind the doors.
There was a mechanism called "Self-Coming Stone" behind the door, and several Star Demon Sea disciples were concentrating on cracking it.
Their expressions were focused, and the tools in their hands moved flexibly between the stone crevices, their movements skilled and precise.
Liang Jin stood in front of the stone door, knowing in his heart that behind the door was the vault where the so-called "treasure" was stored.
Once this door is opened, the legendary "treasure" will reappear, unveiling its mysterious veil.
At this moment, many people have gathered in front of the stone door, including disciples from the three major sects.
However, the Azure Garment House is now numerous and powerful, like an unstoppable torrent. The crowd swarms forward, quickly pushing the disciples of the three major sects to the side.
Those disciples who were pushed to the edge showed expressions of unwillingness and helplessness on their faces.
Leng You gracefully stood beside Liang Jin. She bowed slightly and softly introduced:
"House Master Meng, based on our years of experience exploring ancient tombs, we believe that behind this door lies the final space of this abandoned mausoleum."
"If there is a treasure, it must be hidden within."
As Leng You spoke, she subtly pulled the lazy Mi Qianmeng in front of her, intentionally allowing her to show her face more in front of Liang Jin.
Mi Qianmeng pouted slightly but did not resist.
Liang Jin, however, noticed Liu Yuan beside him. Her body was trembling slightly, and her eyes were filled with a complex expression of anticipation and apprehension.
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He knew that what Liu Yuan cared about was not the gold and silver treasures that might be inside, but the stone tablet within.
Immediately, Liang Jin's expression turned serious, and he decisively ordered:
"If you enter the door later, I will not interfere with you touching other things."
"But no one is allowed to touch the stone tablet inside. Those who disobey will be severely punished!"
Upon hearing this, everyone clasped their fists and obeyed, responding in unison:
"We respectfully obey the House Master's order!"
Liu Yuan also cast a grateful look at Liang Jin, a look filled with deep gratitude and trust.
Just then, a disciple from the Star Demon Sea shouted excitedly:
"It's done! The mechanism has been successfully broken!"
"Everyone, step back a little and be careful. We are about to open the door!"
Liang Jin waved his hand, signaling everyone to retreat.
The disciples of the Star Demon Sea took a deep breath and began to push the two heavy stone doors together.
"Rumble!"
Accompanied by a dull and heavy sound, as if the earth was trembling, the stone doors slowly opened.
At this moment, everyone present couldn't help but hold their breath, their hearts seemingly in their throats, and their hearts were filled with excitement.
The scene behind the stone door was finally gradually revealed to everyone.
The disciples of the Star Demon Sea held up torches and shone them inside, and the flickering light instantly illuminated the space behind the door.
The space behind the stone door was extremely wide, like a magnificent underground palace.
Several thick pillars steadily supported the hall, and the pillars were carved with exquisite patterns. Although they had experienced the vicissitudes of time, the glory of the past was still faintly visible.
In the middle of the hall, it was filled with large boxes.
These large wooden boxes were numerous, stacked upon each other, like a towering hill.
All the large wooden boxes were affixed with seals, and the official seal of the Great Qian Dynasty was clearly visible on the seals.
However, some of these seals were already damaged, appearing dilapidated under the erosion of time; others were still well preserved, as if telling of their former majesty.
"Hiss!!!"
Seeing so many wooden boxes, everyone gasped in unison.
Immediately afterward, their eyes lit up like stars, flashing with greedy and excited light.
"Treasure!!!"
"These are the treasures left behind by the Great Qian Dynasty when they plundered the Western Desert!!!"
"With so many treasures, we're rich!!!"
"We're really rich!!!!!"
At this moment, everyone completely fell into madness.
They rushed into the hall like a tide, rushing towards the large wooden boxes regardless of everything.
Some people shouted excitedly, some people's eyes flashed with狂热light, as if they saw endless wealth beckoning to them.
Liu Yuan also walked quickly into the hall, with Liang Jin closely following her.
Liu Yuan was not attracted by the tempting large wooden boxes, but walked straight towards the end of the hall.
At the end of the hall, there stood a dozen large stone tablets.
These stone tablets seemed to have undergone the baptism of time, exuding an ancient and dignified aura, presumably original to this abandoned mausoleum.
However, the inscriptions on them were very new, looking as if they had been carved in the last two or three years.
Liu Yuan's body trembled slightly, as if bearing endless emotions.
She slowly walked to the stone tablet, stretched out her slender fingers, gently stroking the inscriptions, and tears fell uncontrollably.
The tears slid down her cheeks and dripped on the stone tablet, as if telling a story of the past to the stone tablet.
Liang Jin approached and saw that the content of the inscription was:
"I led the Liu Family Army, shouldering the important task of transporting the Great Qian Dynasty's treasury silver from the Western Desert back to the country. However, halfway through the journey, we were suddenly ambushed by enemy forces, with blockades in front and pursuers behind, with no way to escape. In order to ensure the safety of the treasury silver, we had no choice but to enter this abandoned mausoleum and place all the items here. Unexpectedly, upon opening the boxes and inspecting them, there was no treasury silver inside, only stones. Where is justice? Our Liu Family Army has risked their lives, shedding blood, and what we transported were all stubborn stones, which is truly outrageous! Now, the success or failure of the breakout is unknown, and life and death are unpredictable. We can only leave the evidence of all matters here, hoping that one day, we can seek justice and restore the Liu Family Army's innocence."
"All members of the Liu Family Army, leaving their names as proof: Liu Zhan, Liu Xiang, Tan Zehua, Lian Sui, Yang Xinghan..."
On the stone tablets behind, countless names were densely engraved, those names like stars filled more than a dozen large stone tablets.
Roughly counting, there were at least tens of thousands of them.
Each name represented a soldier who fought bloody battles to protect the treasury silver.
Liang Jin looked at the content on the stone tablet, and his heart was roughly clear.
What the stone tablet said should be what happened when the Great Qian Dynasty withdrew from the Western Desert two years ago.
At that time, a general led an army to be responsible for escorting all the treasury silver back to Great Qian. These large wooden boxes were all affixed with seals. The general was unable to tear off the seals and open them for inspection due to the law, so he led everyone to transport these heavy large wooden boxes on a difficult return journey.
Unexpectedly, the news leaked halfway, and the army was carefully ambushed by the enemy.
The general was transporting so much treasury silver, making it difficult to move and difficult to get rid of the pursuit. In order to protect the lives of his soldiers, he had no choice but to make a helpless move, ordering people to temporarily place all the treasury silver in this abandoned mausoleum.
But who would have thought that at this time they would unexpectedly discover that the large wooden boxes with seals were not filled with treasury silver, but a pile of stones.
The general was filled with grief and indignation, sighed up to the sky, and knew that he was now unable to defend himself and fell into a desperate situation. In order to leave evidence and restore the innocence of himself and the soldiers, he left the treasury silver here and recorded the details of the matter on the stone tablet, and the entire army left their names as witnesses.
After that, this army must have left with grief and helplessness.
And these treasury silver have been sealed in this place for many years, until today they reappear.
"Liu Family Army..."
Liang Jin stroked his chin and looked at Liu Yuan thoughtfully.
At this time, Liu Yuan was sitting on the ground, stroking the stone tablet, already sobbing, even her eyes were red and swollen from crying.
"Could it be that she is a descendant of the Liu Family Army?"