Chapter 91: The Invaders
Upon seeing Zhao Yan, the expressions of the two men eased slightly. One of them asked, "Oh, it’s Junior Brother Zhao. What brings you to the Sect Leader Peak at this hour?"
Zhao Yan bowed respectfully. "Greetings, Senior Brothers. Senior Uncle Yu sent word that there are some menial tasks at the Sect Leader’s Hall that require additional hands. I’ve been asked to bring a few junior brothers up the mountain, and we’ll leave by dawn tomorrow."
"Menial tasks?"
The two men exchanged puzzled glances. However, upon seeing the jade waist tokens hanging from Qin Sang and the others, they did not probe further. "Junior Brother Zhao should be aware of the mountain’s regulations. Be sure none of the junior brothers violate any rules, or we will have trouble explaining."
Zhao Yan quickly assured them, "Rest assured, Senior Brothers. I will keep a close watch on them."
The two men nodded and cleared the way.
Zhao Yan led them to the base of the Sect Leader Peak and then walked up the stone steps leading to the summit. Instead of heading directly to the sect leader’s hall, he took a side path, and Qin Sang and the others followed closely.
Along the way, they encountered a few senior brothers. Zhao Yan had his excuses ready to deflect any questions, and eventually, the five of them arrived at a secluded wooden building. The building looked old and dilapidated, showing signs of neglect, but there was no hint of decay.
The wooden building was located at the rear of the Sect Leader Peak. From below, it provided a clear view of Yuanzhao Peak and the large lake at its base.