Chapter 1872 - 685: Leisure Pavilion

"What? Third Shock... is dead?"

When Fifth Shock returned to Jinli Pavilion and told Su Mo the news, Su Mo was also dumbfounded:

"Ten days ago?"

"Exactly."

Fifth Shock frowned deeply:

"First Shock said he died of natural causes.

"But, the old third had supreme martial arts, and showed no signs of decline.

"How could he suddenly die of natural causes?

"Moreover, from a young age, he studied the Yin Yang Immortal Order deeply, and had extraordinary achievements in life and death.

"If he were to die, he would have surely sensed it in advance.

"It couldn’t be so sudden..."

While listening to Fifth Shock, Su Mo was pondering in his heart.

Third Shock would never die so easily.

Though there’s no evidence to prove it, Su Mo firmly believed this to be true.

The current so-called "natural death" must have some hidden mystery.

But... where lies this mystery?

On Bai Mi Peak, he had someone send a message, telling him that on the 15th of June, when the Tremendous Shocks gather, he would be waiting in the deep clouds for him.

Although it’s not yet the 15th of June, First Shock wants to hold the meeting in advance.

It indicates that the remaining Jing Emperors have all arrived at this deep in the clouds.

Tomorrow is precisely when the Tremendous Shocks are to gather.

Yet, one Dongmen Yong is missing...

This person, probably feigned death to escape, and is up to mischief in the dark, I suppose.

But... what is the purpose?

This maneuver likely has two possible motives.

The first possibility is to use the many Jing Emperors of Jinglong Association as bait.

To drag himself into this Hualong Hall, to gang up on him, it’s a trap to bury him.

The second possibility... could it be just as he said.

He intends to use this opportunity to gather all the Jing Emperors in one place, and then, wipe them out in one go!

Yet, even until now, Su Mo still found it hard to believe this.

Glancing at Fifth Shock, who still insisted there was a traitor in the deep clouds, Su Mo sighed:

"Brother, don’t panic and be flustered.

"Tomorrow is the day for the meeting, you must calm your mind now, without any panic.

"Time waits for no one; trying to investigate the traitor overnight is just not possible.

"But... since tomorrow is the day the Tremendous Shocks gather, it’s a great opportunity.

"Whatever conspiracy those in the shadows have, it will be exposed tomorrow.

"We’ll adapt to the situation then, nipping the problem in the bud."

"You speak wisely, dear brother."

Fifth Shock sighed:

"Just thinking about the unclear death of Old Third, my heart, sigh...

"The Thirteenth Jing Emperors... not to hide it from you, it appears powerful, but in fact, after the Seventh Shock, they are just for show.

"These people can be called Jing Emperors, yet they can be replaced at any time.

"Such masters are indeed numerous within Jinglong Association.

"And among the Dragon Gate Seven Shocks, only Old Third and I are left as old-timers.

"Seeing him end up like this, my heart... sigh..."

Su Mo nodded lightly, looked at Fifth Shock, and asked:

"He passed away ten days ago, he should be buried by now.

"Do you know where he was laid to rest?

"After tomorrow’s meeting, we should also go to pay our respects."

"First Shock said he lies on Xiaotian Peak.

"The deep clouds are shrouded in mist all year round.

"Only at Xiaotian Peak, if the time and weather are right, during Zi Chou time, there are about forty-five minutes when you can see a sky full of stars.

"This was something Old Third always loved.

"Therefore, aside from Jinli Pavilion, he built a private residence on Xiaotian Peak, named Leisure Pavilion.

"First Shock said his lifelong aspiration, if he were buried elsewhere, not seeing daylight, it would surely displease him.

"So he was simply placed on Xiaotian Peak.

"Looking down, he can see the growth and strength of Jinglong Association, looking up, he can see a vast sky full of stars."

Fifth Shock pointed out the path to Su Mo, telling him how to get to Xiaotian Peak, and finished with a sigh:

"The traitor in Jinglong Association is ruthless.

"Now that they’ve acted against Old Third, they probably also harbor murderous intentions against us few.

"If the meeting goes smoothly tomorrow, it will be fine.

"But if there’s any carelessness, there could be casualties.

"Old Third, with all his martial arts skills, was still harmed, with no trace to be found.

"Even First Shock believes he died of natural causes.

"It shows that the person who acted has exceptionally high martial arts skills, something extraordinary.

"So, just in case, if something untoward happens to me after tomorrow, I’d ask you, dear brother, to visit him for me..."

"You’ve said too much, brother."

Su Mo shook his head:

"Tomorrow’s meeting will surely go smoothly."

"I hope so."

Fifth Shock, absent-minded, stood up to leave.

Su Mo called him back: "Have a cup of tea before you go."

"Alright."

After drinking the tea laced with Soul Loss Potion, Fifth Shock left Su Mo’s place in a daze.

At this point, Wei Ziyi finally spoke:

"Well, now he truly believes there’s a traitor in the Jinglong Association."

"..."

Su Mo nodded lightly:

"Tomorrow’s situation, I’m afraid, will have more twists and turns.

"Tonight, we’ll investigate the mystery of the Third Shock’s life and death."

Saying this, he glanced at Jiang Lan:

"Will you join me on this trip tonight?"

"... Can I not go?"

"What do you think?"

Jiang Lan’s lips twitched, good things never come his way, but such matters where he might get his leg broken, never miss him.

He heaved a sigh immediately: