At this moment, inside the restaurant, Zhuang Xiaosheng was holding his wine glass, thinking.
A Feihe Sect disciple approached, looked at Zhuang Xiaosheng, hesitated, and said, "Young Master, that person has left the city."
"Oh, where did he go?"
"He left the restaurant first, and then I saw a flash of light. It looked like he was heading west."
The disciple seemed a little nervous. He had never seen such a powerful cultivator before, rising out of nowhere. He was afraid that even the leader of their Feihe Sect might not possess such strength.
"It seems he's truly an expert. Flattening the void requires strength of at least the fifth level of the Innate Heavenly Man Realm." Zhuang Xiaosheng was clearly satisfied with his own assessment, speaking confidently. "West of Feihe is the Silver Moon Waterfall. It seems he's listened to my introduction and wants to see it. That's even better, as it prevents him from getting involved in our affairs."
"Young Master is wise."
The Feihe disciple nearby immediately sought an opportunity to flatter him.
"Stop talking nonsense. What's going on at Misty Rain Villa?"
Perhaps accustomed to the flattery, Zhuang Xiaosheng didn't feel particularly wise at all. Instead, he was concerned about the goings-on at his sworn enemy, Misty Rain Villa.
The Feihe Sect has always been at odds with the members of Yanyu Villa, often engaging in mortal combat. Furthermore, this time, there's a major undertaking to be undertaken, and it's Zhuang Xiaosheng's first time representing the Feihe Sect outside Qianceng Peak. Therefore, carelessness is paramount. If he messes up, he'll undoubtedly face his father's reprimand and face his own remorse upon his return.
"The person responsible for handling Yanyu's affairs hasn't returned yet, and it might take until tomorrow."
"Then there's no need to wait. Let's set off immediately and reach Caihuan Valley before dawn."
With that, Zhuang Xiaosheng stood up, and the other Feihe Sect disciples accompanying him also rose, following him as they hurried out of the restaurant.
"Also, send a letter to my father, and have him tell the ancestor that this time, his intervention might be necessary."
"Yes!"
The Colorful Ring Valley is located southeast of Feihe City, while the Silver Moon Waterfall is west of the city. Therefore, if Ming Qi went to the Silver Moon Waterfall, he wouldn't have to meet Zhuang Xiaosheng again.
Zhuang Xiaosheng was quite calculating when introducing the scenery of Jinxiuchuan. He omitted any scenic spots within a few hundred miles of the Colorful Ring Valley. Therefore, even if Ming Qi were to visit Jinxiuchuan, the chances of encountering Zhuang Xiaosheng were slim.
Ming Qi's speed was remarkable. Leaving Feihe City, he soon arrived at Yinyue Town, near the Silver Moon Cliffs where the Yinyue Waterfall lies.
The beauty of the Silver Moon Waterfall has also influenced the development of Yinyue Town. Currently, Yinyue Town is equivalent to a small city, its prosperity astonishing.
Summer and autumn are perfect times for viewing waterfalls. Having arrived in Silver Moon Town, Ming Qi wasn't in a rush to see the falls. He first enjoyed a few drinks in the town, then waited until the moon reached its zenith before leaving and heading towards Silver Moon Cliff.
Viewing the waterfall at night would surely be a truly spectacular sight. For now, Ming Qi had no other thoughts, simply treating it as a relaxing getaway.
After leaving Silver Moon Town, Ming Qi didn't fly directly there, but instead walked slowly along the path.
It's said that Silver Moon Cliff is over a thousand feet high, and the Silver Moon Waterfall cascades down from the sky, a magnificent spectacle, a work of art unseen by gods. Anyone who has visited the Silver Moon Waterfall will be captivated by the sight.
Of course, Ming Qi could only truly appreciate the view by seeing it. After all, whether others' boasts are true or not is a matter of fact.
Silver Moon Town wasn't far from the waterfall, and even after walking for a short distance, Ming Qi hadn't encountered many other pedestrians who, like him, enjoyed nighttime views. It seemed that few people were actually visiting the waterfall at night.
Without the noise of others, Ming Qi found peace and quiet.
After about a quarter of an hour, even before he could see the waterfall, he could hear the earth-shattering sound of falling water. The sound alone was enough to fill him with a sense of fascination.
Unconsciously, Ming Qi quickened his pace, skirting the rocky mountains and dense forests. Suddenly, the view opened up.
Under the hazy moonlight, the vast curtain of water seemed to descend from the sky, like a giant silver dragon lurking between heaven and earth. The rumbling sound was deafening, yet it also seemed to have a strange rhythm that made the listener feel not irritating, but rather deeply soothing.
"It's truly a wonderful place!"
As soon as he sensed the allure of the Silver Moon Waterfall, Ming Qi immediately showered it with praise. He then pulled out a large pot of fine wine and sat down on the ground facing the waterfall, holding the pot in his left hand and the cup in his right, enjoying the view while pouring his own wine. He seemed completely at ease.
At this moment, Ming Qi had temporarily let go of all his burdens, completely absorbed in savoring the beautiful scenery, his mind free to wander freely.
After a full pot of wine, Ming Qi wouldn't have been intoxicated by his drinking capacity, but now, facing the beautiful scenery, he felt a bit tipsy.
He stared at the silver streak that resembled a giant dragon before him. Suddenly, his feet moved sharply, and in just a few steps, he was beneath the waterfall, over a hundred meters wide.
Feeling the roaring, surging aura of the water spirit so close, Ming Qi suddenly leaped up, soaring into the air. His movements clearly indicated his intention to soar into the very center of the waterfall!
Stepping on the air, after a few shifts in position, Ming Qi appeared on a massive rock below the waterfall. A silver dragon descended from the sky, mercilessly slamming Ming Qi's body onto the rock. Even with his Fifth Level Innate Heavenly Man Realm cultivation, he was tossed about by the surging current.
Thankfully, Ming Qi wasn't truly drunk, and he seemed prepared, preventing the surging current from knocking him off the rock.
After a few quick swaying motions, he was able to regain his footing beneath the waterfall.
However, it was clear that simply gaining a firm footing wasn't Ming Qi's ultimate goal upon entering the waterfall. After stabilizing himself, he immediately zeroed in on the protruding rock behind the waterfall, then launched himself forward with both feet, leaping towards it. In the instant he began, he mobilized his Yuan Energy to resist the force of the current.
In a matter of seconds, Ming Qi had emerged onto a rocky outcrop several meters above the water.
He didn't pause, merely pausing briefly to observe for a few seconds before surging upward again.
Behind the Silver Moon Waterfall lies the Silver Moon Cliff, which connects several major mountain ranges in the north. The terrain slopes downward, rising in the north and lowering in the south, seemingly responsible for the formation of the Silver Moon Waterfall.
In less than a quarter of an hour, Ming Qi had already climbed a full two hundred meters.
Then, he suddenly leaped free of the rock, merging his body into the cascading water, and soaring downward.