Chapter 86 - If I Were the Culprit Of The Sneak Attack… (1/2)
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5,000 kilometers southwest of the Immortal Du Sect, black figures were sitting cross-legged quietly in a valley that was covered by an array formation.
Outside the array, there were a few figures hiding in various spots, guarding against any surprise attacks.
There were also three to four people underground…
In the deepest part of the valley, the three cultivators sat in the air in a triangular shape. There was a seven-petaled blood lotus beneath each of them, that was gently spinning.
They had already absorbed half of the three blood lotuses from the Nether Blood Ocean.
A mosquito-like voice sounded in their hearts. The three of them stopped cultivating and listened attentively.
Soon, the three of them opened their eyes and lowered their heads.
“Yes, sir.”
The sound of the mosquitoes gradually faded into the distance.
Yuan Ze took a deep breath and said firmly, “Although the vanguard suffered a setback this time, both of us have yet to achieve our Dao and are unable to make a move in time. When we obtain these good fortunes from Master, I will definitely be able to!”
“Fellow Daoist! Stop talking!”
The middle-aged Daoist priest on the left quickly interrupted, “Instead of just talking, we might as well take action. We should have done it earlier and completed the arrangements made by the Lord!”
“Yes!”
The old Daoist priest Yuan Ze laughed awkwardly.
He slowly closed his eyes and muttered, “We’re about to condense a Golden Immortal Dao Fruit. It’s merely the Immortal Du Sect. Wouldn’t it be easy for us to take it down?”
After he finished speaking, the old Daoist priest’s lips curled into a smile, seemingly confident that they would be safe…
The two Qi Refinement cultivators on Golden Ao Island, who had also had their Essence Soul Dao corroded by the Blood Mosquitoes, could not help but frown and look at each other.
He still said it in the end.
Why don’t we give Lord a warning… to change it?
The two of them shook their heads and pondered. However, they soon regained their composure and slowly closed their eyes.
Their minds were completely occupied by that voice…
Absorb lotus flowers, condense Dao Fruits, and destroy the Immortal Du Sect.
There were no longer many opportunities for them to think on their own…
The three blood lotuses spun slowly once again. Rays of sanguine light darted out and entered their Daoist robes, before filling their void Dao Fruits…
…
“Xuanya, there have been some disturbances in the sect recently. The situation in the sect is not stable. Don’t go into seclusion for the time being. If the sect gets into trouble, head to the Hundred Mortal Hall in time.”
Standing on the white cloud, Youqin Xuanya felt a cool breeze blowing at her. Her master’s advice echoed in her heart.
Disaster…
If the sect gets attacked, what should I do as the current Head Disciple?
If a powerful enemy comes to attack the sect, we the disciples who have yet to be immortalized, would not be able to withstand it.
If such a disaster really happens, and the mountain-protecting array slips into danger, the disciples of the various peaks would allow the sect to have more power to defend against external enemies by taking good care of themselves and not causing trouble for the Immortals in the sect.
She hated the fact that she had yet to become an immortal. Hence, she could not help her Master and Grandmaster solve their problems.
She had to do something.
Youqin Xuanya pursed her thin lips. Her gaze was filled with more determination as she turned around and flew to the Hundred Mortal Hall.
Soon, she received the Hundred Mortal Hall’s permission and took the Token of Permission from the elder. She was about to visit every peak and notify the disciples of her generation that there were earth meridians in their sect that had gone off-path.
After leaving the Hundred Mortal Hall, Youqin Xuanya thought for a while and headed straight… to Little Qiong Peak.
The Little Qiong Peak only has the support of Uncle-Master Qi Yuan, Senior Brother Changshou, and Junior Sister Ling’e. It’s naturally the most p.r.o.ne to encountering enemies. It’d be reasonable to inform them first.
Youqin Xuanya found a reason for herself and flew to the Little Qiong Peak with some uneasiness.
From afar, she could already see Ling’e floating on the surface of the lake. She instantly felt much more relaxed. She stepped on the clouds and slowly descended.
As soon as she entered the isolation array outside the Little Qiong Peak, she heard some noises…
Croak…
Croak…
The frogs that were both near and far away kept croaking while jade shadows flickered by the lake.
The place was originally a spiritual land meant for cultivation, but it seemed to offer carefree pastoral pleasure.
Youqin Xuanya landed by the lake and scrutinized the lively jade frogs. She was elated.
Ever since Li Changshou gave her an extremely adorable pink spiritual beast that was a boar, he had unexpectedly opened a door to a new world for her.
Although she had gone into seclusion too frequently and accidentally caused the death of the spiritual beast, which she mourned over for several months before burying it under the Heaven-Breaking Peak… Youqin Xuanya developed a strong penchant for such adorable spiritual beasts.
Standing by the lake, she leaned over gently. The water of the lake reflected her intoxicating looks and her charming figure.
Youqin Xuanya stared at the two small Spirit-Eating Jade Frogs. There was a faint smile on her face that was usually cold and beautiful.
However, the two little frogs that had just been “abnormal” seemed to have noticed her gaze as they jumped back into the shallow water beside the lake at the same time. With a kick, they disappeared along with the ripples in the water.
Youqin Xuanya raised her hand to adjust her hair, but her gaze was very gentle.
At that moment, ripples appeared on the surface of the lake. Three pearls slowly rotated, emitting a gentle glow.
Next, a beautiful figure slowly rose and emerged from the lake with two water b.a.l.l.s in her hands. The one in her left hand contained a spiritual fish, while the one in her right contained a jade frog…
Under the soft light, Ling’e squinted and said leisurely, “Beautiful Senior Sister, Do you want this delicious snakehead or this delectable jade frog?”
“Or do you want your cute and virtuous Junior Sister, Ling’e, to make some tea and some snacks for you?”
Youqin Xuanya could not help but burst into laughter. In an instant, she looked just like a plum blossom blooming, and a snow lotus that was starting to bloom.
Ling’e jumped over from the lake and said with a smile, “Senior Sister, go take a seat inside. Senior has gone to Pill Tripod Peak.”
“Okay,” Youqin Xuanya replied gently and took two steps forward with Ling’e.
Youqin Xuanya suddenly snapped back to her senses. She seemed to have thought of something and was slightly stunned…
Delicious?
“Are these all edible?”
Ling’e blinked. “What do you think?”
“Snakeheads are delicious. They can be fried, steamed, or brewed with soup. They can also be cooked with the seasoning specially made by Senior!”
“The head of the Jade Frog can also be turned into a dish, a gluttonous Jade Frog… Senior imparted his culinary skills to me back then!”
Youqin Xuanya frowned. “Since we have already abstained from eating. Why must we eat these?”
Ling’e smiled and said, “Perhaps Aunt-Master Jiu Jiu can explain this. Wine is useless for cultivation, but Aunt-Master Jiu Jiu still values it like it’s her life. Isn’t it the same with appet.i.te?”