<h4>Chapter 1131: Chapter 1128: Top-Grade Beauty on the Brink of Death</h4>


    Xu Wendong liked to do challenging things.


    As of now.


    Heading to Carefree City to take up his position was undeniably a challenging endeavor.


    Moreover, he knew well that as long as he established himself in Carefree City and thoroughly controlled the situation there.


    He would surely be able to obtain Virtue Power, thus elevating his Cultivation Level.


    Lu Nanyan’s eyes were firm: "If my husband is determined to go to Carefree City, then I’ll apany you!"


    Having spent a month together, she had fallen in love with Xu Wendong and didn’t wish to part from him.


    Xu Wendong shook his head, saying: "Carefree City is inherently a dangerous ce, if I go alone, I can protect myself!"


    "If you go along, it might be inconvenient!"


    "Then you must act cautiously." Lu Nanyan looked reluctant, knowing well that Xu Wendong had a reasonable point.


    Xu Wendong nodded solemnly and said, "Then let’s do it this way; I’ll first go to Carefree City for appointment. Once I’m firmly established there, you all cane over for a visit."


    Even though the Imperial Edict required him to go to Carefree City one monthter, there was no downside for him to go a bit early.


    He could use this time to get acquainted with the situation in Carefree City, making his future tasks easier.


    Patriarch Lu suddenly said, "Wendong, you must be careful when you go to Carefree City."


    "I received news earlier that the Zhao Family evacuated Heishui City overnight."


    "They did not use the Teleportation Array, so their whereabouts are unknown."


    "But I have a feeling that the Zhao Family is likely headed to Carefree City."


    Hearing this, Xu Wendong couldn’t help but frown.


    Zhao Changtian’s strength was formidable; if the Zhao Family indeed entered Carefree City, it would pose a significant threat to him.


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    After leaving the Lu Family.


    Xu Wendong did not use the Teleportation Array to directly head to Carefree City but took off flying northwest.


    That was where Carefree City was located.


    After a day.


    A vast mountain range stretching thousands of miles came into view.


    This range rose and fell, stretching thousands of miles like a giant dragon winding across thend.


    The peaks of the range were lush, enveloped in mist, as if meticulously drawn by nature onto a magnificent canvas.


    Amidst the mountains, there stood a grand and perilous city, towering as if the guardian spirit of the entire range.


    The city’s walls were tall and sturdy, constructed from massive stone blocks, etched with mysterious runes that seemed to contain infinite power.


    The gates of the city were majestic and grand, adorned with carvings of lions and Divine Dragons, showcasing the city’s prestige and dignity.


    This was Carefree City, where Xu Wendong was about to assume his position.


    Upon arriving at the city gates, the guards stopped him and indicated for the payment of Spirit Stones.


    Carefree City never inquired about the identity of new arrivals, whether they had nationality or were wanted fugitives.


    As long as they paid a thousand Spirit Stones, they could enter.


    After paying a thousand Spirit Stones, Xu Wendong entered Carefree City.


    Just as he envisioned upon arrival.


    Carefree City was not wealthy.


    One could tell by the worn clothes of the city’s residents; most wore patched-up garments.


    And hunters could be seen everywhere.


    Since Carefree City was built atop the mountain range, there were no fertile fields for nting here.


    Most of the residents made their livelihood through hunting.


    He then found a high-end tavern, entered, and ordered some signature dishes along with drinks.


    Afterwards, he spent fifty Spirit Stones to learn from the waiter about the distribution of powers within Carefree City.


    The power dynamics in Carefree City were particrlyplex.


    There were more than thirty various factions.


    In addition to these factions, there were three top-tier family powers.


    These top-tier powers had a long heritage, and no one knew their background or roots.


    Moreover, there was an alliance of Loose Cultivators led by those without nationality, and a faction called the Red Flower Society.


    Especially this Red Flower Society; its members were criminals wanted across different countries, notorious for their evil deeds.


    After gathering background information, Xu Wendong casually asked, "Brother waiter, I’ve heard that our Carefree City is hard on county magistrates, is this true?"


    The waiter smiled, "I haven’t been in Carefree City for long, but I’ve heard that too."


    "It’s not that our Carefree City is hard on county magistrates; mainly those magistrates are too lofty and proud."


    "They all have ambitious ideas, wanting to turn Carefree City into a Peach Blossom Land."


    "But their ns affect many people’s interests, so you tell me, who else would die if not them?"


    Xu Wendong couldn’t deny it, nodding as he realized cultivators in this world have an unfathomable longing for virtue and aplishments.


    Although their intentions might be good, such rash methods were unsuited for Carefree City.


    Only by dismantling the internal factions of Carefree City could it be turned into a true utopiannd.


    Otherwise, even he might die at the hands of Carefree City’s numerous powers.


    However.


    Newly arrived, he hadn’t yet figured out how to infiltrate these forces.


    Just then.


    He overheard a whisper from nearby: "Have you heard? The leader of Red Flower Society fell into Deviation while cultivating and their Divine Soul was severely damaged, now barely surviving."


    "Such a pity for that top-grade beauty; if she dies, many will surely be heartbroken!"


    "I don’t want the leader of Red Flower Society to die miserably; not because she’s one of Carefree City’s top ten beauties but mainly because of Red Flower Society’s significant influence."


    "If the Red Flower Society’s leader dies miserably, surely the Hall Masters will vie for the leader’s position."


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    "If that happens, it’ll be usmoners who suffer!"


    Upon hearing this, Xu Wendong was stirred; he was worrying about finding a suitable opportunity to infiltrate Carefree City’s factions, yet an opportunity was right in front of him.


    So, he took a bottle of wine and went over to the next table, saying politely: "Four brothers, this little brother is new here and very unfamiliar with Carefree City. Could you talk about Red Flower Society?"


    The four were local residents of Carefree City, all in the Foundation Establishment Stage, so they didn’t look down on Xu Wendong, who was also in the Foundation Establishment Stage, and told him what they knew.


    "I have a distant rtive who is a member of Red Flower Society. I heard the leader’s injury is not as simple as it seems," said a burly man, his face flushed from drinking: "Those in the know, know, that’s all I can say."


    Clearly, he was cautious, stopping short of saying too much.


    Although Xu Wendong didn’t fully understand, he vaguely sensed that some internal conflict was brewing within the Red Flower Society.


    This seemed like a heaven-sent opportunity for him; if he could help the leader of Red Flower Society recover and survive.


    Then why should controlling Red Flower Society be difficult?


    With control over Red Flower Society, though the city’s dynamics were intricate, if Red Flower Society backed him, sweeping away those forces would likely not be hard, right?