Chapter 358
Tiger's Den and Dragon's Pool
The moment Yao Tai Feng opened her eyes, Zhou Sheng also tore off the black cloth that had been covering her eyes and senses, allowing her to see the surrounding scene clearly.
They were indeed underwater, surrounded by a hazy gray expanse. In the azure water, a woman with a human body and a snake tail was constantly circling and swimming around them, her vertical pupils observing them with great interest.
The woman wore a crystal-like long dress, her hair was as red as coral and inlaid with various shells, and her appearance was exquisite and incomparably beautiful.
Besides its terrifying snake tail, its exposed skin also had traces of remaining snake scales.
Good Fortune Dragon Girl!
The name popped into Zhou Sheng's mind instantly. Bao Ying had once said that the person responsible for creating all sorts of "accident" cases had changed from Nian Nu Jiao to the Sudhana Dragon Girl under the Bodhisattva's seat. Her methods were more cruel and her actions were more rampant.
That truly tarnishes the name of Sudhana (the Dragon Girl).
A fake Bodhisattva and a fake Dragon Girl, using the names of gods and immortals to harm people, are truly despicable.
"Hehe, this little sister has quite a temper. Quickly put away your sword, and I won't touch your husband."
Looking at the Wind and Thunder Swords, the Dragon Girl felt a chill run down her spine, and the teasing and playful expression on her face immediately faded.
"Now you may remove your black cloths and follow me."
After saying that, she gave Zhou Sheng a deep look, then twisted her waist and swam nimbly into the depths of the water.
The group removed their black cloths and followed.
This time, they didn't walk for long, less than a quarter of an hour, before they passed through a dark cave underwater. Surprisingly, the water in the cave gradually decreased until it turned into dry land.
After walking for dozens of steps, he suddenly became enlightened.
With the bright moon in the sky and the vast expanse of earth, it felt as if I had entered another world.
It was a mysterious, weathered ancient city, with patina-like marks on the city walls, closed city gates, and a plaque inscribed with the words "died unjustly."
"After you enter the city, do not look around or wander around. The Bodhisattva has already arranged accommodations for you. Just follow me."
After leaving the water, the dragon girl's snake tail disappeared, turning into normal legs. However, she was barefoot, with a few silver scales embedded on her snow-white insteps.
She opened the city gates, and after the crowd followed her into the city, they found that almost all the doors of the houses along the streets were tightly closed, and there were hardly any people to be seen.
Occasionally, one might encounter a few wandering spirits, all of whom are in a daze, numb and indifferent.
Zhou Sheng also noticed that their clothes were tattered and their hands were charred, as if they had just been roasted by fire.
"Boss Long, don't look around. The Bodhisattva doesn't like outsiders prying into the secrets of the City of the Wrongfully Dead."
As if sensing Zhou Sheng's gaze, the Dragon Girl suddenly turned around and smiled sweetly, but there was a clear warning in that smile.
Zhou Sheng nodded, averting his gaze, but inwardly he sneered slightly.
The fact that he's so afraid of being seen suggests that he must be hiding some unspeakable secret. Speaking of which, there seem to be far fewer wandering souls in the City of the Dead than when he last stole the treasure.
The whole city exudes an atmosphere of coldness, desolation, and barrenness.
"It's not that I'm trying to embarrass Boss Long, but recently, thieves broke into the city to steal treasures, which even alarmed the Bodhisattva, hence the current state of martial law."
The dragon girl smiled slightly and casually offered an explanation.
Upon hearing this, Yao Taifeng and Zhou Sheng exchanged a quick glance, then turned away in perfect unison, their expressions revealing a hint of guilt.
Fortunately, both of them were excellent actors and did not reveal the slightest flaw.
Soon after, the Dragon Girl led everyone to a secluded mansion. The rooms were spacious and bright, fully equipped with all kinds of rare and exquisite items.
"Considering that you practitioners of Yin Opera need to wear makeup and paint your faces, every mirror here is made of millennia-old jade glass, so that it reflects people clearly and shows every detail."
"The dressing table is also made of century-old purple bamboo from the Bodhisattva's temple. It is waterproof, fireproof, and has a calming effect."
"A stage has been built behind the courtyard using marble and white marble to facilitate your practice. Moreover, it is very secluded here, so you don't have to worry about disturbing others when you practice."
The Dragon Girl smiled faintly and, after a brief introduction, continued, "If you have any further needs, please tell the maids and servants here. As long as it's not too unreasonable, we will try our best to meet your requirements."
Zhou Sheng smiled slightly and said, "You're very kind. These conditions are already very good." "You are all honored guests personally invited by the Bodhisattva, so naturally we must be especially attentive. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now."
"Wait a moment."
Yu Zhensheng suddenly asked, "When will the Bodhisattva's performance of 'The True and False Monkey King' begin?"
The dragon girl shook her head and smiled, "I don't know either."
"I don't know?"
Yu Tianheng sneered, "You invited us to perform, but didn't even give us a chance to go on stage. Is this how you treat your guests?"
"Please don't be angry, seniors. The specific time for us to go on stage must be determined by the Bodhisattva. However, He is still in seclusion. Once He emerges from seclusion, I will inquire as soon as possible and then inform you all."
The Dragon Girl felt a strange pressure emanating from the two old men, and couldn't help but think to herself that the Zhou family troupe was even more powerful than she had imagined.
There are so many masters hidden here, no wonder the Bodhisattva personally invited this opera troupe.
She had never been interested in Yin Opera, and this was the first time a Yin Opera master had entered the City of the Dead. Although she had heard of Yu Zhensheng and Yu Tianheng, she did not recognize their faces and assumed they were members of the Zhou family troupe.
Zhou Sheng nodded and said, "In that case, let's rest here for now, refine our monkey show, and wait for good news."
The Dragon Girl was very fond of the polite and gentle Zhou Sheng. After giving him a graceful bow, she prepared to take her leave, but then seemed to remember something and said another word.
"You are all honored guests of the Bodhisattva, and we will certainly treat you well. However, you must not leave this residence without the Bodhisattva's permission. Otherwise, if anything happens, my City of the Dead will not be held responsible."
This statement is both an admonition and a warning.
As soon as she finished speaking, her figure suddenly turned into water droplets and disappeared, with a few drops deliberately wetting Zhou Sheng's clothes.
Yu Tianheng's gaze sharpened.
"So it was an avatar. For an avatar to have such cultivation, this dragon girl must have already transcended the tribulation."
"Yes, and it has already survived two heavenly tribulations."
Yu Zhensheng added that his shrewd eyes had already seen through the other party's true nature through the avatar.
Everyone's hearts sank upon hearing this.
Upon entering the City of the Wrongfully Dead, before the show even began, they were given a rude awakening.
Besides the black bear spirit who survived one heavenly tribulation, there is now a dragon girl who survived two heavenly tribulations, plus Nian Nu Jiao whose strength increased dramatically after consuming the golden pill. There are already three top experts.
Not to mention the unfathomable power of the bodhisattva behind the scenes.
"When soldiers come, generals will block them; when water comes, earth will dam it."
Zhou Sheng was quite relaxed. He casually wiped the water stains off his clothes and laughed, "The most important thing now is to sleep."
"Everyone must be tired from the journey, so let's take a good rest and recharge."
That gentle laughter and clear voice instantly dispelled much of the tension in everyone's hearts.
Tan Sheng silently watched that figure, feeling admiration in his heart.
He remains unmoved even if Mount Tai collapses before him, and doesn't even blink when a deer runs past on his left. Boss Long is increasingly showing the demeanor of a great general.
Throughout the journey, he carefully observed and learned, gaining invaluable insights.
"Brother Tan, there's something I need your help with."
Zhou Sheng's words cheered Tan Sheng up.
"Mr. Long, please tell me, and I will definitely do it!"
...(End of this chapter)