The Prodigal Son

Later that evening, Nan Que'er taught the body-strengthening exercise to Ma Gu.

After the meal, Nan Que'er asked Ma Gu about their situation here.

There was no altar.

However, there are the graves of their ancestors.

The inscription on the tombstone was also in the Feng tribe's script, which Magu and the others did not recognize; they only knew that it was their ancestor's script.

In addition, deep in the mountains about a day's journey from their village, there is a place called Jiechi (戒池).

It is said that this was the place where their ancestors first settled after fleeing into the mountains.

But the conditions there are much worse than here.

Beside the Precept Pool is a large stone with many ancient characters carved on it.

It is said that this was a warning from their ancestors to their descendants.

That's why it's called the Pool of Admonition.

After discussing it, the group decided to first go and see the tombstones of their ancestors.

I'll go check out the Jiechi area again tomorrow.

Led by Magu, they quickly arrived near the cluster of ancient tombs.

These graves are located on the hillside on the other side of the valley.

By the light of the torches, they were able to get a general idea of ​​their surroundings.

Only a few of these graves have tombstones, and those are all rather simple.

Most of the graves look quite old, with only a few appearing to be from the last few decades.

As they were inspecting the site, Magu slowly said, "This is the burial ground of our ancestors. Only our ancestors are buried here. Apart from a very few highly respected individuals, no one else is qualified to be buried here after death..."

As she spoke, Nan Que'er bowed respectfully to the graves before taking a torch and approaching the graves with tombstones.

The inscription on the first tombstone is not the ancient script of the Feng tribe.

This must be the person of high moral character and prestige that Magu mentioned.

The second tombstone, the third...

It wasn't until she reached the fourth tombstone that Nan Que'er finally discovered the Wind Clan script on it.

Unfortunately, the information on it is very simple.

It's something like, "So-and-so's status within the clan during their lifetime, what contributions they made to the clan, and why they died."

The fifth piece, the sixth piece...

It wasn't until Nan Que'er saw the eighth tombstone that she finally gleaned some useful information.

However, Nan Que'er did not make a sound, silently noted it down, and continued to look at the two tombstones behind.

After looking at all the tombstones, Nan Que'er retreated and slowly knelt down in front of the graves, offering a devout prayer.

Upon seeing this, Qin Yu and Qi Dachui also knelt down.

Afterwards, they returned to Magu's home.

Nan Que'er chatted with Ma Gu for a while before arriving at the room where Qin Yu and Qi Dachui were settled.

"What did you find on those tombstones?"

Qin Yu pulled Nan Que'er to sit down.

"They are indeed descendants of my people."

Nan Que'er replied, "When they were fleeing for their lives, they were chased again and became separated from the main force. After many twists and turns, they finally escaped to these mountains..."

Fewer than a hundred people managed to escape back then.

To escape being hunted down, they changed their name from the Wind Clan to the Witch Clan.

Of all those tombstones, only one mentions "Xu Heng".

However, it only says that they were being hunted down because of "Xu Heng", without mentioning what Xu Heng is.

One of them should be the Blood Warrior they were talking about.

The reason they were able to escape to this mountain after being separated from the main force was largely due to the divine blood warrior named "Boshan".

Bo Shan is revered as the ancestor of their lineage.

However, Boshan was seriously injured while leading them to escape and fought off a powerful enemy. He died shortly after managing to escape into the mountains with them.

The largest and oldest tomb contains the remains of Boshan.

However, it was after they moved here that they moved Boshan's grave here.

As for other information, there is basically none.

After hearing Nan Que'er's words, Qin Yu couldn't help but feel slightly disappointed.

However, I was only slightly disappointed.

Qin Yu patted Nan Que'er's hand: "You should get some rest too! We'll go check out that Jiechi area again tomorrow! Also, although they are your kin, you can't be too careful; keep an eye on them!"

"good!"

Nan Que'er nodded gently, got up and left the room.

Nothing happened that night.

Early the next morning, Qin Yu and his companions, led by Ma Gu, headed to the Admonition Pool.

The road to Jiechi is long, with cliffs and dense forests all along the way.

As Qin Yu continued forward, he gradually realized that something was amiss.

There were signs of activity around, indicating that someone must have passed through here not long ago.

A trap?

Qin Yu frowned slightly and turned to look at Ning Huang beside him.

Seeing him look over, Ning Huang simply smiled casually, giving him a look that said, " Figure it out yourself."

Qin Yu turned his head and looked at Gui San and Gui Si again.

Their faces were completely covered, so he couldn't see their expressions, but he could read something from the look in their eyes when they came to their senses.

Got it!

It seems they noticed something was wrong a long time ago!

They didn't expose her, clearly wanting to see where Magu was taking them and what she wanted to do.

Now that they had all discovered it, Qin Yu was no longer worried.

If Magu had the ability to kill Ning Huang and Gui San and Gui Si, it wouldn't make much difference whether the three of them were on guard or not.

Time passed slowly, and as noon approached, Nan Que'er couldn't help but ask Ma Gu, "How much further?"

"It will take another half a day."

Magu smiled and said, "I remember there's a stone platform hidden under a cliff not far ahead. We can rest there for a while."

"good!"

Nan Que'er nodded gently, then looked at Qin Yu: "Let's go rest for a bit up ahead!"

As she spoke, Nan Que'er winked at him.

"Okay! I am indeed a bit tired!"

Qin Yu nodded and smiled.

It seems that Nan Que'er has also noticed something is wrong!

As they continued forward, just as they saw the stone platform below the cliff, Ma Gu suddenly moved swiftly, trying to distance herself from them.

However, as soon as Magu moved, Gui Si appeared beside her like a ghost.

Before Magu could react, the blade was already at her neck.

Ma Gu's expression changed, and she tried to resist, but the blade was pressed against her neck.

"Stop hiding, come out!"

As soon as Ning Huang finished speaking, a burst of true energy swept out.

The violent true energy was like a sharp blade, instantly cleaving those tall trees in half.

"Be careful!"

"Quick, jump!"

"Get out of the way..."

In an instant, chaos erupted all around.

Several hidden traps were also exposed, and several wooden fences covered with spikes came toward them.

"Thirteenth Young Master, watch out!"

Qi Dachui roared and swung his golden mace, smashing the incoming wooden fence to pieces.

"Whoosh, whoosh..."

Several blowguns shot out from the dense forest.

However, Ning Huang simply waved his hand, and the blowgun fell to the ground as if it had hit an impenetrable wall.

Seeing this scene before her, Magu's eyes widened in horror, her face filled with utter despair...