Combat Emperor: Zhang Yu's Journey
Chapters... 40: Leaving the City
"But what's Dad?"
Zhang Long's hanging sentence made Zhang Yu curious. His mother who had been considered dead was still alive until now. He could not help but stir up the feelings in his heart, wanting to see and meet her in person.
However ....
"Your mother is far from us. I don't know how it is now either. But I'm sure your mom's fine there."
Zhang Yu nodded on the spot. This answer was obviously very unsatisfactory to him. He expects a clear answer. But when he asked where his mother was now, Zhang Long got up from the chair and left.
Zhang Yu's hand stroked the silver heart pendant on the necklace. Not knowing if there is space between the two sides. His forehead shriveled, he then opened the inside.
"Xiao Mei"
The name inside the locket sounded familiar. Xiao Mei, as if she had heard of it somewhere. But Zhang Yu was not sure.
"Is this maybe my mother's name?"
That night Zhang Yu was completely awake in the room constantly thinking about his mother. Even he was not aware the night had ended and the day had changed.
Zhang Bing knocked on the door while calling from outside. It did not make Zhang Yu move from the top of the bed. His hand still stroked the silver heart pendant and the gaze was still fixed on the name Xiao Mei inside.
Cit... Cit...
Sun who had since yesterday accompanied Zhang Yu in the corner of the room suddenly jumped into his lap.
Zhang Yu instantly regained his senses from his daydream. The looking up hand caught Sun and looked at the little ape who was showing an innocent face.
"Yu'er, open the door. Don't you want to start the journey? Did you withdraw your intention?"
The aunt's voice sounded from outside. Zhang Yu looked out the window and it was really early in the morning.
So he daydreams from night to morning? It's too horrible!
Zhang Yu had not forgotten his purpose. As planned, today was the beginning of his journey. Let's get out quickly, don't let it all get messy.
Zhang Yu put on his mother's necklace and took a quick look at it. The next second he pulled his body down from the bed and began to swing his legs out of the room.
"Auntie thinks you're not leaving" Zhang Bing said expectantly.
Although he had already agreed to Zhang Yu's departure, but still he was more pleased if Zhang Yu stayed in Qian Gu City.
"Auntie, where's Dad?"
"Your father is outside with the patriarch and some elders. They came after knowing you were leaving Qian Gu City."
The patriarch? The elder?
Without speaking again Zhang Yu pushed his aunt's wheelchair out. Sun did not miss, he stood on the right shoulder, holding on while wagging his tail.
"Dad!"
Seeing Zhang Long talking to Patriarch Zhang Lei, Fourth Elder Zhang San, Fifth Elder Zhang Lou and Sixth Elder Zhang Zhou, Zhang Yu came over to them.
"Zhang Yu, are you really going to the capital?" zhang Lei asked as he looked at Zhang Yu.
Fourth Elder Zhang San laughed with Zhang Yu's reply. "That's a really good choice Zhang Yu. After arriving at the capital you might have to join the Imperial Academy. I hear it's very hard to get in there. But rest assured you can."
Heem...
Zhang Yu nodded his head as a sign. It was indeed his goal to come to the capital. He joined the Imperial Academy and found his teacher.
After some time-consuming pleasantries, Zhang Yu bailed away to begin the journey. He stood between the archways then gradually turned his back.
Zhang Bing cupped his face in grief. Zhang Long stood upright as if unaffected. But believe me, inwardly continue to make hope for his only son, Zhang Yu.
...
Outside the territory of the Zhang Clan, Du Xiong and his four people were waiting for Zhang Yu's arrival. Since yesterday they had agreed to meet at this point before travelling to Heishan City.
After that they will split up. Du Xiong would return to the He Family to hand over the first profit and report on the mining cave situation after a continuous evaluation. Zhang Yu was about to continue on his way to Xue He City.
"Uncle Fat, am I taking too long?"
Zhang Yu ran over while waving after seeing Du Xiong's group in the distance.
"Yes, it's a while. But it's not a problem." Du Xiong signaled the four people behind him then they traveled together towards the west.
On the way, Zhang Yu frequently asked Du Xiong about the Imperial Academy. But other than basic information Du Xiong did not know much about the Imperial Academy. What was clear was that it was the largest academy and the main mecca where to study in the Xuan Empire. Almost everyone has the desire to join and be their part, but not everyone has the opportunity.
Over two hours Zhang Yu and the group made the journey finally reaching the westernmost region of Qian Gu City, Floating Village.
The village is not so broad. But as the name suggests, this village is like an island that floats around a river.
To get to Heishan City they had to board a ship the roadway had ended. However this was really the first time for Zhang Yu to board a ship. When he first stepped on the floor of the ship, he felt anxious because the ship was slightly shaken by the wind and waves.
But that was only the first few days. Because gradually Zhang Yu began to get used to it and instead enjoyed the trip on the ship. Especially sitting on the front deck to see the river flow split in the body of the ship.
"Zhang Yu, this trip will take a little time. Do you want to eat or rest in the room?" Du Xiong walked up to Zhang Yu who was standing like a statue on the front deck.
"I'm still full. I will remain here," Zhang Yu replied without turning his attention to the surface of the water ahead.
Du Xiong nodded his head then left Zhang Yu there. Zhang Yu fumbled the silver heart pendant around his neck and muttered his mother's name.
"Dad can't say the identity of the mother clearly. There must be something behind it." Zhang Yu felt he had to figure this out. He will investigate, sooner or later will uncover the truth.
At the time Zhang Yu was so focused on his mother's silver heart pendant. Suddenly a scream was heard right behind him.
"Bad! Do you want to die?! Responsibility if you still want to live." The cloaked man gripped the middle-aged couple and forced them to take responsibility.
Don't know what their problem is. But this commotion is very disturbing. Zhang Yu rubbed his ears while turning his back. "Hey, can you please keep your voice down while you talk?"
The black-robed man frowned. His pupils widened looking at Zhang Yu who was trying to advise him. "Are you looking to die?! Get out of here if you don't want to get into trouble."
Zhang Yu's two eyebrows shot up perfectly. Eyes stared at the black-robed man from top to bottom.
Real nice. This man was a local tyrant who liked to bully people. Must be taught a lesson!