Chapter 633: Pursuit
Zhang Yu turned and walked into the main residence, with Xu Chengtong following behind. After sitting down, he asked, "What did Deacon Xu find?"
Xu Chengtong said, "Patrol Inspector, these past few days, Xu has kept watch on that Military Marquis Wu. He had not made any moves at first, but in recent days, he has been secretly exchanging letters with outsiders.
"The thing that stirred the Heavenly Gate in the Creator's possession should have been handed to this man. We simply do not know where he has hidden it.
"Xu believes that he will very likely use this deployment as an opportunity to contact those above and hand the item back to them."
Zhang Yu considered this inwardly. Xu Chengtong's judgment was perfectly sound. Something involving the mighty power of an Exalted Venerable could never be discarded so casually, and it was very likely to be used again in the future. Without doubt, it was a threat to him as well.
Therefore, this matter had to be thoroughly investigated.
He said, "Where does Deacon Xu believe he will hand over this item?"
Xu Chengtong said, "Military discipline is strict. To prevent leaks, the garrison has not yet disclosed their destination. But if he intends to hand over the item on this journey, it should still be on Earth Star, as that would be the most convenient and suitable."
Zhang Yu said, "Deacon Xu may keep watch for now. I will speak to the Military Affairs Office. You may act boldly. Once this man departs with the army, report to me immediately."
Xu Chengtong made a clasped-hands salute and said, "Xu accepts the order." He stepped back several paces, and his figure dissipated.
Zhang Yu returned to the hall and sat down. He took a document, spread