Chapter 246 Fail to persuade

　　Luo Da didn't want anyone to accompany him, nor did he prefer to leave during the day due to the risk of being too conspicuous. So, he set out that very night.　　Relying on his memory of the map, he rode his horse, which was significantly faster than walking. Despite being unfamiliar with the roads, he managed to arrive in Liangping Valley after just over a day.　　Arriving in Liangping Valley early in the morning, Luo Da felt refreshed and rejuvenated. A long river flowed through the center of the valley, its water crystal clear. A cool breeze blew, soothing his weary body from the journey.　　There were few households in the valley. As he looked around, he spotted three wisps of smoke rising from chimneys, indicating three families. He decided to inquire at each one.　　Leading his horse to a house by the valley's edge, he knocked on the door. Two distinct barks of dogs echoed from within.　　Shortly, the wooden door creaked open, revealing an elderly man with a kind face. H