The other martial artists were startled, then they realized.
Indeed, if a strong Inner Organ Realm practitioner like Third Senior Brother could be easily killed, then wouldn't it be effortless for that mysterious person to deal with them?
Thinking of this, a chill suddenly ran through the hearts of the martial artists.
Their gaze towards the surrounding forest also carried a hint of fear as if there was some terrifying monster hidden within. Discover exclusive tales on empire
"Alright, quickly lift up the third and seventh brothers, it's time we leave this place."
Seeing that everyone else was frightened, the white-robed youth also breathed a sigh of relief.
After inspecting the bodies of the two, he completely abandoned any thoughts of revenge, wishing only to leave the place as soon as possible.
Anyway, he wasn't particularly close to either the third or the seventh brother, and it wasn't worth risking danger for them.
Besides, their deaths might not necessarily be a bad thing.
At least, he would receive a larger share of the resources from their master in the future.
It was just uncertain what their master's reaction would be upon seeing the bodies of the third brother and the others.
Especially the third brother, who was the master's adopted son, their relationship was quite special.
Now with the third brother dead, the youth couldn't even begin to imagine how furious the master would be.
Thinking about facing the master's wrath upon returning, the white-robed youth felt a headache coming on.
On the way back, he would have to carefully consider what to say in order to deal with his master.
Lu Qing and Ma Gu and others did not know that because of Wang Qingshan's death, the disciples of the Tian Cang Sect who were searching for them had all been scared off and temporarily withdrew from the forest.
The group remained cautiously hidden in the cave, waiting for Mrs. Wei to wake up.
Suddenly, Lu Qing heard a strange noise and turned his head to see that it came from Young Master Wei's stomach.
Just when Young Master Wei felt embarrassed, Ma Gu's belly also started to rumble.
"Sorry, Brother Lu Qing, we haven't eaten anything decent for two or three days, so we are quite hungry," Ma Gu said somewhat sheepishly.
Young Master Wei nodded repeatedly.
At that moment, he found himself missing the rabbit meat from last night.
Although it had been raw, it still served to fill their bellies.
Lu Qing nodded, showing understanding.
People who practice martial arts typically have large appetites, and having not eaten much for several days, it was indeed hard to endure.
He took his own basket, rummaged through it, and finally pulled out a package wrapped in oiled paper to give to the two men.
"This dried food was meant for my journey into the mountain, for emergencies. If you don't mind, you can have some."
Ma Gu didn't stand on ceremony, taking the oiled paper packet and opening it up.
Inside were several thick pancakes fried in oil, their unique aroma of grain making him involuntarily swallow his saliva.
The white-robed youth, upon seeing the pancakes, also had his eyes light up.
"Young Master, please, go ahead."
Ma Gu first handed a few pancakes to Young Master Wei.
Young Master Wei intended to politely decline at first, but couldn't resist the hunger and took them with a blush on his face.
"Brother Lu Qing, then we won't be polite."
After giving some pancakes to Young Master Wei, Ma Gu no longer hesitated and began to eat heartily.
After a few bites, his eyes lit up.
"Brother Lu Qing, where did you buy these pancakes? They taste so good!"
Seeing Ma Gu start to eat, Young Master Wei also nibbled on the pancakes.
After chewing a few times, he too showed a moved expression.
The pancakes were not only rich in flavor but had a unique aroma and were quite delicious.
"These aren't bought; I made them myself," Lu Qing said with a smile.
These pancakes were made according to some seasoning methods from his past life, with a spice he had recently discovered added to them.
They were a bit different from the pancakes in this world.
"Who would have known Brother Lu Qing had such skill! The times you invited me to eat, and I refused, are truly regrettable," Ma Gu said with annoyance.
"You can't blame me for that. Every time I invited you, you always said you had other things to attend to."
"It seems I have missed out on quite a few delicacies," Ma Gu lamented.
Young Master Wei found the pancakes increasingly delicious, feeling that he might never have had such tasty pancakes in his life.
Unable to help himself, he asked, "Doctor Lu Qing, what oil did you use to fry these pancakes? Why are they so fragrant?"
Lu Qing looked at the curious expression on the young master's face and remembered the time he first saw him at the market.
A mischievous thought suddenly crossed his mind, and he said with a smile, "These were fried with lard."
The image of a certain animal surfaced in Young Master Wei's mind, and instinctively, he felt slightly uncomfortable.
He had never eaten anything from a pig before.
However, although he felt uneasy, the thought of spitting out the food in his mouth was something he couldn't bear to do.
After all, he had even eaten rabbit meat raw, so eating some lard was nothing by comparison.
With this self-consolation, the discomfort in Young Master Wei's heart disappeared instantly. He started to eat the pancakes in his hand with even bigger bites.
"I had no idea that food cooked with lard could be so delicious. It seems my prejudices were too strong before."
Seeing this, Lu Qing nodded slightly.
He could tell that Young Master Wei had indeed grown.
The Wei Xiao from before would never have been able to utter such words.
He hadn't forgotten the terror-struck expression of the young man when he saw a pile of pork meat and offal at the market.
"Indeed, although pigs may look dirty, if their meat is cooked properly, it can be quite a delicacy," Lu Qing said, smiling.
"Is that so? Then once we get out, I'll have to try your cooking for myself," Ma Gu said with anticipation.
"Haha, you're welcome anytime."
The pancakes brought by Lu Qing, although plentiful, were enough for Ma Gu and the others to eat only half-full.
Young Master Wei saved one of his pancakes particularly for his mother to eat when she awoke.
She had been unconscious for so long without eating anything; she must be starving by now.
For his filial piety, Lu Qing and everyone naturally did not object, and they consented to his action.
Thus, after Ma Gu and the others finished eating.
Another hour passed, and they heard a soft moan from within the cave.
Mrs. Wei, who had been unconscious for several days, finally woke up.