This is what an immortal should be like

Chapter 253 The whole situation
That evening, during stargazing time, in a corner of the observatory, the eighteen soldiers of the reconnaissance platoon sat in three rows according to their squads. Opposite them, besides Xiong Xuguang and platoon leader Wu Le'an, were Liu Hongyu, Mu Hongwen, and Gao Ran.

"Comrades, that's all I wanted to say. This mission is both extremely difficult and extremely important. Now, raise any questions you may have!"

Xiong Xuguang explained the entire mission in one breath and then waited for the soldiers' reaction.

The dozen or so people sitting there stared wide-eyed, some looking at each other, others looking at Wu Le'an.

"Platoon leader, is what Commander Xiong said true? Are we going to ancient times?"

In the past year or two, many new things have emerged, and some people have even started creating and updating interesting novels and stories on community forums. What Xiong Xuguang is saying sounds rather absurd.

Wu Le'an's expression was serious.

"What the commander said is true, and it is also the mission we are about to carry out, codenamed Time Capsule. Is there a problem?"

After asking the question, Wu Le'an glanced at each soldier, who all still looked surprised and doubtful. No one spoke, so he turned directly to face Xiong Xuguang.

"Sir, there's no problem!"

Not to mention Xiong Xuguang, even Liu Hongyu and the others watching from the side grinned, and Mu Hongwen couldn't help but mutter something under his breath.

"Are they still confused?"

Xiong Xuguang could only look at the dozen or so people and ask again.

"Is there any problem?"

Now all of them realized what was happening and looked solemnly at Xiong Xuguang. No one spoke, which showed their attitude.

"Alright, I'll give you two days to prepare. The main purpose is to learn some ancient common sense and etiquette from the people in the valley. We don't have much time. We'll set off at dawn two days from now. If you have any questions, have Platoon Leader Wu contact me."

After saying this, Xiong Xuguang nodded to Wu Le'an, then walked towards Liu Hongyu and the others, and together they left for Zhuang Lin and the others at the top of the steps on one side of the observatory.

Wu Le'an stood there, watching Xiong Xuguang leave, then turned to look at the dozen or so soldiers, their eyes wide like copper bells, filled with doubt.

"Looking at me won't help, I'm actually full of questions too!"

Wu Le'an helplessly spread his hands, which seemed to be a signal. The dozen or so people relaxed immediately and all started talking.

"Wow, can we really go to ancient times?" "What the commander says can't be false."

"That's right, we've even seen the immortals!"

"Master Zhuang really is an immortal. He seems no different from anyone else to me, and he's even polite and kind. He doesn't seem like an immortal at all."

"Yes, do immortals still teach?"

"Don't get carried away, Platoon Leader, can we really go to ancient times?"

"This is an order, we just need to obey. As for whether it's ancient times or not, we'll see when the time comes!"

"Also, I've been intensively studying etiquette and daily routines these past two days."
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Two days was all Xiong Xuguang could manage; he planned to make the round trip within fifteen days at the latest, so time was extremely tight.

During these two days, not only did the soldiers try their best to communicate and learn from the people in the valley, but Xiong Xuguang also made every effort to absorb relevant knowledge. Even with his senior brother accompanying him, he still had to prepare himself in order to avoid any possible unexpected situations.

Fortunately, the people in the valley were all easy to talk to, which avoided some awkward situations.

Two days later, while it was still barely dawn, a group of people stopped in the peach orchard at the back of the valley.

Even Xiong Xuguang was here for the first time in a long time, as if the mountain gorge that had previously been accessed had been blocked by some kind of illusion.

Having walked this path, Xiong Xuguang understood why the Peach Blossom Spring was described in the way the ancients did.

Liu Hongyu walked in front, with the others following behind. Although he could use magic to fly people to certain places, he did not intend to interfere with their plans. Ten days would allow them to adapt to more things.

The boat ahead, with a simple canopy, wasn't large, but it could hold about twenty people.

"Splash splash splash splash"

The waves on the water became more pronounced, slapping against the small boats on the shore and making them rock back and forth, and the water level seemed to be rising.

Soon everyone realized this was not an illusion, because the small boat seemed to have risen higher.

"Let's get on the ship!"

After saying this, Liu Hongyu stepped onto the boat first, followed by Xiong Xuguang and the others. Once everyone was on board, the boat automatically left the shore and headed towards the hazy fog ahead.

As the sky gradually brightened, the fog ahead began to clear.

When everyone could see their surroundings clearly again, the boat had already entered a mountain waterway and was moving forward, swaying gently.

Mu Hongwen sat on the side of the boat, his toes splashing in the water with great enthusiasm, while Gao Ran rowed at the stern, providing the boat with propulsion. Liu Hongyu stood alone at the bow, gazing at the scenery ahead.

Xiong Xuguang and the others were all in the middle of the ship, looking around with inexplicable feelings.

The cries of monkeys and birds in the mountains grew louder and louder, carrying a faint sense of unease amidst the tranquility, which made many people uneasy.

As the waterway widened, other boats gradually began to appear on the river.

These boats varied in size, including some painted pleasure boats, and were all staffed by people dressed in ancient costumes.

Some people rowed boats, some fished in the water, and others frolicked on pleasure boats, basking in the breeze—everything was perfectly natural.
The people on the ship simply watched with surprise, and most of the time they did not communicate. In such situations, they were just passively receiving information and did not know what to discuss.

"Why are you all so reserved? Doesn't it easily arouse suspicion?"

Mu Hongwen was playing in the water when he looked back at the dozen or so people huddled together behind him. They looked different, but their expressions were all similar.

Liu Hongyu, standing at the bow of the boat, glanced back and, seeing Xiong Xuguang looking over, said calmly.

"I cannot interfere with what you are doing, but if any worldly troubles arise because of you, I will only intervene three times. Beyond that, you are on your own. This applies to both of you!" Mu Hongwen and Gao Ran behind him quickly responded.

"Yes, Senior Brother. We will be careful and won't make a move more than three times!"

Liu Hongyu nodded and continued to look at the scenery. "You have your principles, and I'm just respecting them. Besides, it's hard for people to grow without pressure."

Even so, the dozen or so people on the ship were still somewhat at a loss.

It wasn't until the ship reached Wuling Port that the people on board were forced to experience the world in a more direct way.

Unlike the tranquility of Hidden Immortal Valley, the bustling and prosperous Wuling Port, teeming with travelers, fishermen, merchants, warriors, and farmers, vividly portrays the daily life of ancient people and challenges the values ​​of a dozen modern people.

Amidst this uncertainty and cautiously following in the footsteps of their predecessors, Liu Hongyu and his group had already completed the tasks of storing the boats and then led a dozen or so people into the city.

Because of the tension, the soldiers in the reconnaissance platoon would unconsciously line up and follow, with more than a dozen people divided into two rows, walking in perfect unison.

Some people around instinctively moved away from these people, while others whispered among themselves.

Who are these people?

"He looks huge, he doesn't look like a normal person at all!"

"Shh, this is dangerous. They might be some kind of bandits."

Liu Hongyu walked ahead and glanced at those behind him. Xiong Xuguang and the others were already overwhelmed by what they were seeing, but trouble soon followed.

Deep inside the dock, as several officials scanned their surroundings, someone immediately spotted the most conspicuous group of people.

"Boss, something's not right over there!"

One of the officers said this, and his colleague looked in the direction he was pointing. He saw the people marching in perfect unison, their faces showing obvious tension, and they were looking around nervously.

"Is this an ordinary person? Is he some kind of robber or bandit?"

The officers instinctively placed their hands on their knives, with the leader looking particularly serious.

"These years have been turbulent. Judging from their tall stature and orderly movements, they are probably not just bandits. They might be spies from the Hu people. Quickly, go to the yamen and call for help!"

"it is good!"

Officials immediately rushed into the city, while the others, signaling to each other, not only avoided approaching the suspicious individuals but also retreated to avoid alerting them.

On the other side, Xiong Xuguang and the others were still unaware of anything unusual. Everything around them was new and exciting, a feeling that no tourist attraction could possibly provide.

Mu Hongwen and Gao Ran watched the tense expressions of these people and found it extremely amusing. Liu Hongyu, however, had already sensed something was amiss, but he didn't point it out. Instead, as they walked, he reached out and grabbed Xiaowen and Gao Ran, disappearing into the crowd in the blink of an eye.

"Commander, is this really ancient times?"

Wu Le'an's expression of amazement never faded. Even though he had prepared before coming, seeing it in person was still a different story.

"Yes, it really is ancient times. Also, don't call me 'Commander' anymore!"

"Yes, sir. We understand, young master. And you all, let me emphasize again, you must call him young master."

"Yes"

"Keep your voice down."

A dozen or so people agreed and followed the one in front. However, Xiong Xuguang was suddenly startled because the person who had been following them had disappeared.

"Hmm? Where is Young Master Liu? Have you seen him?"

"Huh? They were just up ahead a moment ago, where did they go?"

Wu Le'an was also shocked to realize that Liu Hongyu was gone.

"Young Master Mu and that Young Master Gao have also disappeared!"

"Yes, they've all disappeared!"

Xiong Xuguang's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly felt uneasy, but he couldn't show it. He could only immediately comfort the soldiers behind him.

"It's alright, they should be back soon. Besides, it's our mission anyway, so don't rely on others. Let's go, we'll go into the city as planned! Also, keep a low profile and take it easy."

Xiong Xuguang finally realized that the way people around them were looking at them was strange, and many of them looked fearful.

Just then, a commotion suddenly broke out ahead, and it seemed that a series of footsteps were approaching rapidly. The group instinctively looked in the direction of the sound and saw many officials and soldiers rushing towards them.

No one knows what happened, but all the nearby residents hurriedly fled.

"Right there, don't let them get away—"

The leading officer pointed in this direction, and Xiong Xuguang and Wu Le'an were startled, exchanging a glance.

Are you talking about us?

"Seems to be"

Oops!

The dozen or so soldiers all reacted, and almost all of them subconsciously reached for their calves. Nearly half of them instantly drew their daggers, which were the only weapons they were allowed to carry in ancient times.

Dagger fighting techniques!
"Idiot, don't kill anyone! Take the commander and run!"

Wu Le'an roared, grabbed Xiong Xuguang, and pulled him away. A dozen soldiers immediately set off together.

When the soldiers stormed the market, the bandits fled, and chaos ensued, throwing the entire Wuling Wharf market into disarray.
(End of this chapter)