Upon hearing Hu Shang mention a shortcut through Jingmen Mountain to Xianyang, Xu Lin was instantly overcome with a surge of joy.
He had been heading single-mindedly toward Xianyang. According to his existing map, the most direct route was straight through Jingmen Mountain, yet the map lacked any marked path traversing the range. Utterly unfamiliar with these mountains and plagued by anxiety—knowing neither the mountain trails nor whether he could successfully cross them—he had reluctantly given up on the idea. His original plan was to take a detour; although he knew this would cost several precious days, it was a helpless necessity. Now, having a disciple of the Baiyue Sect to guide him was undoubtedly a godsend that would drastically shorten his journey.
At this thought, Xu Lin immediately agreed to Hu Shang's request, and the two set off together toward the depths of the mountains.
Chapter 135