Tomb Robber: I, Chen Yulou, am dedicated to cultivating immortality!

The boat captain kept chattering all the way.

Chen Yulou finally figured out the chaos in Dongting Lake.

Since ancient times, due to the natural advantages of the lake, countless people have become bandits and made a living by plundering passing ships. The lake is vast, and it is connected by three rivers, with many large and small islands and reefs.

I'm really going to be targeted by the government.

Even if the navy is dispatched to encircle and suppress them.

All you need to do is drive a boat into the lake, live on the water, and hide for three to five years without any problem.

As for the lake...

Who has that ability?

The 800-li Dongting Lake, is this really just talk?

To really achieve this, in the era of cold weapon combat, even in the present era, at least hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses would be needed.

Even a provincial military commander would find it difficult to dispatch troops at this level.

Just surrounded and killed a few pirates.

Do you really think that the higher-ups are so easy to fool that they won’t punish you for the serious crime of attempting treason?

In addition, whenever there is troubled times, river bandits become even worse.

In today's world, how many people have lost their families and have turned to banditry? There are countless people who risk their lives to make a living.

According to the captain.

There are dozens of large and small bandit groups on Dongting Lake.

However, there are only six or seven people who can be called big bandits. The most powerful ones are the Cao Gang. These people are official thieves who have been bullying the lake since the previous dynasty. The officials and bandits are in collusion and have a large number of people and strong power.

It was called canal transport, but in reality it was just robbery, plunder, murder and theft under the guise of a freight terminal.

In addition, the power is great.

Backed by the government.

For many years, it was extremely domineering on the lake and almost no one dared to provoke it.

However, after the fall of the Qing Dynasty, these people lost their backing and no longer had to pretend. They occupied the best locations in Dongting Lake and set up checkpoints to collect money.

Ships traveling between Dongting Lake, Yangtze River and Yuanjiang River.

If you don't pay, don't even think about passing.

As for those with slightly weaker strength, there are three of them, namely the Water Ghost who sits on Chishan Island, and the Nine-headed Dragon and Black Flood Dragon who divide Junshan Island into two parts, facing each other from north to south.

You can actually guess roughly what these two guys are like by listening to their nicknames.

Born in Kuzuryuue Province.

In the late Qing Dynasty, he came to Dongting Lake alone to escape debt, but by accident, he joined the pirate group of the time. Because he was ruthless, in less than five years, he killed the leader and took over the position himself.

There are many rumors about him on Dongting Lake.

It is said that this man's ancestor was a butcher, and he never left his butcher knife behind. In addition, he was so paranoid that he would even put the butcher knife under his pillow when he slept.

The reason why.

Naturally, I am worried that I will follow the same path as that person.

He was stabbed to death in the middle of the night in a daze.

Besides, there were rumors in the martial arts world that someone covered him with a quilt and woke him up, so he killed him. This was exactly the same as Cao Cao in the Three Kingdoms period who liked to kill people in his dreams. Therefore, he was nicknamed the Nine-headed Barbarian.

As for Black Dragon Seven.

As the name suggests, he is dark-skinned, good at swimming, and ranked seventh.

At the beginning, there were seven brothers in the group. They knelt down in front of Lord Guan and swore brotherhood. Then they relied on seven sampans to walk step by step to where they are today.

Different from the ruthlessness of Jiuzuryu.

Black Dragon Seven is famous for his cunning and sinister nature.

Among the seven brothers, he was obviously the lowest ranked and ranked last. However, in the end, he was the one who survived and succeeded in taking the throne because he devoured all six brothers one by one.

but.

even so.

However, Hei Jiao Qi always mentions the word "morality".

It is said that the person who was most admired was Song Jiang, the timely rain and the righteousness. For this purpose, a Juyi Hall was specially built on Junshan Island. Under the pretext of recruiting heroes from all over the world, in fact, all they did were murder, robbery, bullying men and women.

As for the remaining two or three.

Compared with these people, he is a little less important, but in the huge Dongting Lake, he is also considered a big thief who dominates a certain area.

“That’s strange.”

"Nine-headed Dragon and Black Flood Dragon Seven, how many years have you occupied Junshan Island?"

"Last year, a group of people appeared out of nowhere. I heard that they took over the island in less than five days. Their fate was even worse than that of the water ghosts. Their bodies were hung on the ferry gate of Junshan Island. I don't know how many people they frightened."

Let’s talk about the fate of those two.

The boat captain's voice was noticeably louder.

I guess he has been bullied by Black Flood Dragon and Nine-headed Dragon a lot during these years of sailing on the lake.

"It's a good death."

"You don't know, last year when we heard that two people had died, so many people on the lakeside set off firecrackers to celebrate, and we boatmen were greatly relieved."

Listen to him talking excitedly.

Chen Yulou couldn't help but curl up the corners of his mouth.

He naturally knew who the mysterious man the captain was talking about.

Uncle Nine.

The most capable fighter among the previous generation of the Chen family.

Although Uncle Yu only mentioned lightly that those people were thrown into the water to feed the fish, he knew that things were far from that simple.

The Chen family is said to be in charge of the green forests in 16 provinces in the north and south.

In fact, how many people would really give up their wealth just for a signboard?

What’s more, they are the Nine-headed Dragon and the Black Flood Dragon Seven who are used to being domineering on the lake.

He wanted to give up Junshan Island with just one sentence.

Not to mention the surname Chen, even the surname Tian won’t work.

"You're bringing us to the island, aren't you afraid that the gang will seize your boat?"

Chen Yulou smiled, pretending to be ignorant.

The captain thought he was worried about danger and waved his hands.

"Don't worry, sir."

"Those people have occupied the island, but they are completely different from Jiuzuryuu. They never rob or kill people. As long as they don't go to the main peak, they will be fine."

"I see."

After listening to his explanation, Chen Yulou finally understood why they were vying to win business when they said they were going to Junshan Island at the ferry.

But Chishan Island is not the same.

No matter how much money you offer, he won't go.

From this point of view, the reason becomes very clear.

With Luo Laowai's personality, if he takes over Chishan Island, he will be the king of the mountain and the master of the island. How could he allow outsiders to approach at will?

What if it was the subordinate of the water ghost?

Isn’t it true that all the fighting these days has been in vain?

So it is reasonable to take such action.

only……

Would it become a hidden danger if Uncle Jiu allowed others to land on the island?

Chen Yulou frowned slightly, but did not say anything. He kept the matter in his heart and planned to ask Uncle Jiu in person after arriving at Junshan Island.

After all, Junshan Island is intended to be a secluded place for spiritual practice.

Once in seclusion, it can last for several days.

Never allow anyone to disturb you at will.

"Is that the one in front... Junshan Island?"

Chatted for a while.

Not long after.

In the misty air above the lake, a rolling green mountain suddenly comes into view. From a distance, it looks like the legendary fairy mountain overseas, floating on the water below and connected to the clouds above.

Even Chen Yulou couldn't help but flash a hint of surprise in his eyes.

"Yes, judging from your accent, you are a local. Have you never been here before?"

Hearing the surprise in his tone, the captain turned around and smiled.

"It really is."

"I have been doing business abroad most of the time in recent years, and this trip is also to bring friends to see the scenery."

Chen Yulou smiled in surprise.

Think about it carefully.

Eight hundred miles of Dongting Lake.

Although I have walked along the lake shore countless times, this is the first time I have crossed the lake by boat.

"That's what I was saying. Judging from your demeanor and attire, you don't look like a poor man like us. You should have been here before..."

While still at the ferry, the captain secretly wondered about the identities of the group of people.

Tall horses, gorgeous clothes.

Just his words and conversation are incomparable to ordinary people.

Now after hearing his explanation, his last doubt was answered.

Otherwise, it would be impossible for him to know nothing about what was happening on the lake.

"Let me say one more thing, sir, please don't blame me for talking nonsense."

Seeing the island in the lake getting closer and closer, the captain hesitated for a moment and couldn't help but say.

"Captain, just speak your mind."

He stood at the gangway with his hands behind his back, gazing at Chen Yulou on Junshan Island in the distance, raised his eyebrows slightly, and smiled gently.

"The lake is not peaceful right now. If you just want to go to the island to see the scenery, I'm sure those people won't make things difficult for you."

"But don't do anything rash, just in case something bad happens..."

Listening to the captain's kind words of advice, Chen Yulou was stunned at first, then nodded seriously and agreed.

"must."

"Thanks for the reminder."

After walking in the world for a long time, he felt that people in the underworld were more and more sinister, while the poor people at the bottom of the market were pure in heart.

It's just a client-client relationship.

Perhaps after today, they will never meet again.

But he still kindly reminded me.

I'm just worried that they will suffer losses after landing on the island.

"Nothing."

Seeing that he was so serious, the captain waved his hand.

Less than half an hour.

The ferry finally approached the island.

From afar, a group of people were guarding the ferry, apparently preparing to board the ship for inspection. Seeing this, Chen Yulou's original doubts disappeared in an instant.

Also.

An old hand like Uncle Jiu.

How could an old man who had followed his father to conquer the world make such a stupid mistake?

When the ferry entered the port and docked, several guys guarding the shore raised their hands, obviously wanting to board the ship for inspection.

but……

Seeing the group of people on the bow, the faces of several men changed and they were about to say something subconsciously. But before they opened their mouths, they saw Chen Yulou walking out of the cabin and shaking his head at them.

Several people reacted fairly quickly.

I understood it immediately.

Just did a routine check.

Only then did they release the boat and sail away.

It was not until the ferry sailed hundreds of meters away and no more sounds from the island were heard that the guys began to show delight.

"Always in charge."

"Hello, General Manager. I've been waiting for you to come."

Those who followed Uncle Jiu to seize Junshan Island were all the elders of the Chen family. Although Chen Yulou could not call out all of their names, those faces were quite familiar to him.

"Thank you for your hard work in the past six months."

"No, you always speak too highly of me."

Hearing the foreman's words, the eyes of several guys couldn't help but turn red, and they felt as if the hardships they had endured on the island for the past six months, exposed to the wind, sun, rain and snow, had disappeared without a trace.

It would be a lie to say that I wasn't uncomfortable being on the lake island.

Surrounded by water.

It was the coldest time of winter when we landed on the island.

Food is in short supply, and we have to be on guard against the return of Jiu Tou Long and Hei Jiao Qi's men, as well as other bandits on the lake who are eyeing us covetously.

You have to sleep with one eye open and one eye closed.

It took a full six months.

Now that the shopkeeper has finally arrived, my tense nerves can finally relax a little.

"Where's Uncle Nine?"

After a brief greeting, Chen Yulou looked around and asked.

"Master Jiu is in charge of the Dongting Temple."

"Boss, I'll take you there right away."

The guys finally reacted and couldn't wait to speak.

"it is good."

Following a few people, we left the ferry and headed straight towards the island.

Junshan Island is said to have 72 connected peaks, but in fact it is not that big. Its size is only about the size of Chenjiazhuang. It is just like a picturesque place with green mountains and clear waters, winding peaks, lush bamboos and trees.

In addition, there are steep cliffs, strange rocks and dangerous peaks, mountain springs and waterfalls, ancient wells and ancient pines on the mountain.

Since ancient times, countless Taoists have come here to practice seclusion, and celebrities have flocked to the island, leaving behind countless scenic spots and stone inscriptions.

A stone path winds its way up the mountain.

When people walked in it, they felt the rich spiritual energy and the quiet and secluded place, as if they were back in Mount Zhongnan or Mount Qingcheng. No wonder a small island in the lake would become the eleventh cave in the world.

Or maybe the news of their landing on the island spread quickly.

Not even halfway up the mountain yet.

More and more figures appeared from everywhere.

At the beginning, Uncle Jiu indeed only brought about fifty people to the island, but it was easy to attack the mountain but extremely difficult to defend the island, so in the next six months, Uncle Yu sent many more men.

Patrolling the mountains every day and changing guards day and night.

There are now nearly two hundred people on the island.

Seeing that the shopkeeper was quite interested in those places of interest, a waiter started chattering and took the initiative to take on the responsibility of tour guide. They had been on the island for so long, so which place had they not visited?

I can walk back and forth with my eyes closed.

Amid the clamor of the crowd, finally, after the Feilai Bell passed, an ancient temple with green bricks and black tiles stood proudly at the foot of a steep green cliff.

It looks quite old.

"I heard that Junshan Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty. A few decades ago, there were still a few old monks offering incense here. However, since Junshan Island was occupied by Jiu Tou Long and Hei Jiao Qi, all the monks in the temple were dispersed."

Chen Yulou looked up and felt that the ancient temple was in an excellent location.

It is built on the mountain, with its back against a cliff.

No wonder it has been able to stand here for a thousand years.

At this moment, when he looked up, he saw a tall and mighty old man wearing a short linen shirt and with gray hair, who had been waiting outside the temple.

Even if there are a hundred stone steps between us.

I can still feel a strong sense of evil from him.

Who else could it be if not Uncle Jiu?

However, now that he and his group had landed on the island, there was no trace of his usual ferocious look on his face, only an unstoppable smile.

"Young shopkeeper."

"I received a message from the manor two days ago. I have waited so long for you, Old Nine, and finally you are here."

Coming up quickly, Uncle Jiu laughed out loud in a voice as loud as a bell.

See this.

Chen Yulou's heart couldn't help but tremble.

The current Uncle Jiu is completely different from the old man in my memory who was recuperating in the farm with a depressed look.

Uncle Yu clearly said that he is not fully recovered yet.

Now looking at the momentum of this dragon-like and tiger-like gait, he would believe it if someone said he could kill a cow with one punch.

It seems...

It's not just because no one is bothering me, my body is relaxed and I'm in a good mood, but more importantly, it's probably because Junshan Island is a blessed place with nourishing spiritual energy.

"Long time no see, Uncle Nine."

The thought flashed through the depths of my mind.

Chen Yulou walked forward with a smile.

The others have also seen it.

Kunlun, Guaizi and Hong Girl, like him, called him Old Uncle Jiu, while the rest called him "senior" or "boss".

But Uncle Jiu didn't care about it.

He just dragged a group of people towards the temple.

"Young Shopkeeper, you've arrived at the right time. This morning, our men hunted a deer in the back mountain. It's just the right time for us to kill it and have some wine!"