Chapter 120
Shang Wu stood with her hands on her hips, ready to give her precious disciple a special kind of care.
Fortunately, Ying Bing came down just in time.
Li Mo slipped into the carriage, narrowly avoiding a disaster.
...
The Qingyuan Sect was dispatching to Qinghe County, and the spectacle was naturally grand.
Elders and stewards from various peaks had mostly arrived.
This time, the leading team consisted of three elders. After all, the forces gathered were a mixed bag, including not only those from the Eastern Wilderness but also some from neighboring foreign domains.
The team was led by Elder Yin Huaxuan, Elder Qian Bufan, and Xue Jing.
One of them was powerful and well-versed in various exotic beasts, while the other was skilled in social maneuvering... and had quite the appetite.
As for Xue Jing, he was there to prevent any accidents among the disciples.
The disciple team was also composed of elite members.
For instance, the top disciple from the previous generation, the true inheritor of Ruyi Peak—Ouyang.
Among the disciples, the team leader was Yin Huacheng, the son of Yin Huaxuan.
The remaining disciples were selected through a small competition held by the Qingyuan Sect, with no age restrictions this time. All disciples at the Observation Realm and below were eligible to participate.
In the end, thirty were chosen.
Most of them were true inheritors at the Observation Realm.
Only one was an inner sect disciple.
Xiao Qin.
He had stood out during the selection, suddenly unleashing a powerful force to defeat his opponents.
Amidst the many true inheritors, Xiao Qin was quite eye-catching.
"Where are Li Mo and Ying Bing?"
Qian Bufan stood at the front of the group, glancing at the sun with a hint of confusion.
"The sect's action is still delayed," Yin Huaxuan frowned, looking to the side.
"Don't worry, Father. Once we enter the secret realm, I'll make sure they follow orders," Yin Huacheng said with a smile and a respectful gesture.
Just as he finished speaking, a familiar carriage belonging to the sect leader appeared on the mountain path, moving at a leisurely pace.
The curtain was lifted.
"You two little rascals, why are you late?"
Qian Bufan coughed lightly and casually asked.
After all, one couldn't expect Bing Tuozi to handle social interactions.
Li Mo smiled and replied, "We were caught up in a crucial moment of practice, Elder Qian, please forgive us."
"I'll treat you to hot pot later."
"Sure."
Qian Bufan nodded, a smile spreading across his face.
After scanning the two's auras, his smile turned into surprise.
"You both have made such great progress? Good, very good."
He could clearly see that these two little rascals were not far from the Xuan Dan Realm.
Although Ying Bing was further from the Xuan Dan Realm than Li Mo, she had trained in two types of inner energy, and her progress was on par.
Qian Bufan withdrew his gaze and said seriously, "This time in the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm, the situation is complex, with many forces involved."
"You must stay close to us along the way."
"Yes, the safety of Xiao Mo and Xiao Bing is the top priority; what we gain from the secret realm is secondary," Xue Jing agreed with a nod.
"Once we enter the secret realm, I ask my junior brother and sister to follow my arrangements and avoid unnecessary trouble," Yin Huacheng's calm voice came through.
Who is this guy, speaking so arrogantly?
Li Mo couldn't help but scrutinize him, noticing the handsome yet shadowy face of the true inheritor from the Beast Peak.
"Elders, we plan to act independently."
It was obvious that the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm was crucial for Bing Tuozi.
She would definitely prefer to go solo.
Li Mo intended to make some investments in the secret realm and wouldn't follow the main group, planning to meet up later.
So, following orders was out of the question.
"Hmph, most of those entering the secret realm are at the Observation Realm."
"You two are merely at the Inner Energy level, with little experience in the martial world. Without my protection, you won't get far."
Yin Huacheng's tone was far from friendly.
Yet he insisted on keeping them within his sight.
What’s up with this senior brother? Acting like a domineering CEO? So over the top?
Li Mo was a bit confused.
"You?"
Ying Bing slightly tilted her head.
Looking at Yin Huacheng, her clear eyes showed no sign of disturbance.
Seeing an ugly dog on the roadside would probably evoke more emotion than this.
Ignoring him.
That was the greatest insult...
Yin Huacheng's reaction was intense; his face turned a mix of green and white, looking utterly ghastly.
He recalled the cliff scene, where this pair of young men and women had the same expression...
Li Mo: "....Ahem, senior brother, look at you, so anxious."
No way.
Speaking of which, Bing Tuozi's aura of sarcasm should only work on villains.
Could it be...
Qian Bufan and Xue Jing exchanged glances, both seeing the silence in each other's eyes.
When they spoke of safety, they meant outside the secret realm.
Inside the secret realm...
Observation Realm?
Experience in the martial world?
He probably didn't know how the Trial of the Abyss ended...
They were seriously worried that these two little rascals would pull another stunt.
They suspected that once Li Mo and Ying Bing broke away from the main group, they would don masks and transform into the Three Fiends of Huai Mountain...
Oh man, don’t say, Xiao Qin is also here; the Three Fiends of Huai Mountain are coming together quite nicely.
"Disorganized and undisciplined."
Yin Huaxuan turned his head, preparing to let the other two elders say something.
"Let them act independently if they want to."
Qian Bufan coughed lightly.
Xue Jing nodded in agreement: "I support that."
Yin Huaxuan was slightly taken aback; he hadn't expected them to be so agreeable.
"Hmph, then I wish you both great success in the secret realm."
Yin Huacheng left in a huff, his face a picture of humiliation.
Watching his retreating figure, Li Mo raised an eyebrow, a flicker of obscure light flashing in his eyes.
The Eye of Destiny activated!
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PS: I’m now a first-level author, hehehe.
Thanks to all the readers! When I started this book, I honestly didn’t expect it to do so well. This is my first time writing in the fantasy genre, and I know some details could have been handled better.
I’ll be more diligent in the future, ensuring every plot point is well-crafted. Mwah!
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Chapter 119: Could Old Qian Also Be a Master at Dongli Village?
【Name: Yin Huacheng】
【Age: 38】
【Root Bone: Beast Blood Training (Deficient)】
【Realm: Observation Realm, Five Apertures.】
【Destiny: Blue-gray】
【Evaluation: A recruiter for the Demon Calling Sect's Beast Hall, the Beast Blood Training is neither righteous nor evil; used righteously, it is righteous, used wickedly, it is wicked. This person has beastly traits, strengthening the body without cultivating the spirit, has strayed from the path, and has caused countless killings.】
【Recent Encounter: Coveting the host's inheritance, intent on killing him quickly, aiming to enter the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm to assist Han Zhen, hoping to cleanse his body.】
Not knowing this, Li Mo nearly dropped his bell.
Another Demon Calling Sect?
Suddenly, many thoughts flooded his mind.
He recalled the changes in Wang Hu, the black-clad figures at Wangyue Cliff.
And the monster beneath Shenfeng Cave.
Were they all connected?
And Han Zhen... wasn’t he the one Bing Tuozi warned him about?
If his son was like this, then what about me...
【Name: Yin Huaxuan】
【Age: 70】
【Root Bone: Beast Blood Training】
【Realm: Inner Scene, Eight Heavens】
【Destiny: Blue with a hint of purple】
【Evaluation: Guardian of the Beast Hall in the Demon Calling Sect, about to condense the Beast God and transform into a dragon body, has been lurking in the Qingyuan Sect for over fifty years, with deep schemes and a stable temperament.】
【Recent Encounter: Aiming to fulfill the Demon Calling Sect's plot under the guise of a Qingyuan Sect elder.】
Little Li leaned back slightly.
What the heck.
This isn’t even a betrayal; he was a member of the Demon Calling Sect from the start.
Over fifty years.
Chen Yongren would have to serve him tea.
Watching the other return to the carriage, Little Li opened his mouth.
"Ahem, Yin Huacheng's personality is a bit extreme, but Elder Yin Huaxuan is still quite decent."
Seeing Li Mo staring at the two father and son, Qian Bufan spoke up.
Xue Jing also added softly, "His Beast Peak has provided many materials for the sect."
Li Mo: "...."
Looking around, he cleared his throat.
"Elders, please get in the carriage."
Yin Huacheng was easy to talk to.
But Yin Huaxuan had been safe and sound in the Qingyuan Sect for over fifty years, so he likely had some tricks up his sleeve.
An Inner Scene, Eight Heavens expert was not something he could handle right now.
It was safest to inform trusted elders first.
"What’s so mysterious? What’s going on?"
Qian Bufan and Xue Jing got into the carriage.
In any other situation, if someone just said they had something to discuss with the elders, they definitely wouldn’t have this privilege.
"Elders, what I’m about to say, even if you’re surprised, please don’t raise your voices."
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