121: Chapter 020: The Land of Sealing 121: Chapter 020: The Land of Sealing “Everything I saw outside, it doesn’t actually exist, so what exactly is this place?

Why does it sport such a terrifying aura!”

Just as Zhou Yan entered, he immediately felt a chill emanating from within his heart.

This was a coldness that seemed to mysteriously arise from the soul, coming without warning, yet feeling so intensely real!

Zhou Yan deeply understood that his sensing power was beyond comparison with ordinary people, and it was precisely for this reason that such a terrifying aura seemed so fearsome, making him extremely wary.

He muttered to himself that this environment, beautiful as a fairy tale world, made him even more solemn in expression.

“How beautiful this place is!

I truly did not expect that the desolate and harsh world outside could hide such a unique valley world.

In a place that seemed so frightening from the outside, it is unexpectedly beautiful, as if it stands alone in its own world!”

Li Qimeng couldn’t help but exclaim.

The successive life and death challenges she faced before seemed to be forgotten, and now she suddenly spoke these words, causing Zhou Yan to look at her in surprise.

But when Zhou Yan looked at her, he also realized that Li Qimeng was still immersed in this incredibly beautiful world and seemed somewhat unable to extricate herself.

Zhou Yan had considered such a scene, but even a cultivator of Li Qimeng’s realm was impacted by such surroundings; one could imagine the beauty of the environment.

Zhou Yan shifted his gaze away; he looked not far from where Li Qimeng stood.

The mountains and waters here had a unique charm, radiating a vibrant vitality, as if this world was a true Immortal Realm.

As Zhou Yan continued to look, he heard Li Qimeng continue, “This environment is truly beautiful to an extreme.

I have never imagined that in such a desolate and dangerous place, there could be such beautiful surroundings.

This…

If one could cultivate and seek Enlightenment here, with a Daoist couple by their side, that would truly be an indescribable happiness.”

She seemed to be talking to herself, but as she spoke, she carelessly revealed her inner thoughts, as if the environment made her forget her most important identity, as if she and Zhou Yan were merely companions.

Zhou Yan knew that Li Qimeng’s mind had been completely captivated by the environment, leading her to temporarily forget herself and immerse in it.

It was like when a person is so focused that they ignore people talking or doing things around them, an ultimate level of concentration.

This inexplicable attraction seemed to be a hidden ability of the environment.

Zhou Yan didn’t disturb Li Qimeng, letting her continue to enjoy the surroundings, while he himself carefully sensed everything around.

But, when Zhou Yan released his sensing power, the next moment, his unease was finally verified—here, he couldn’t sense anything!

Sensing power, or consciousness sensing, transforms into Spiritual Sense upon reaching the Sword Spirit Realm.

The stronger the soul, the stronger the sensing power, which is akin to an invisible ‘sixth sense’!

But now, the sensing power had vanished!

This meant that the dangers of this place could not be felt or foretold!

Zhou Yan’s already serious thoughts became even more so.

With the foundation of his mutated soul, his sensing power was extremely strong, stronger than that of common practitioners in the Sword Soul Second Layer Heaven.

But if he too couldn’t sense anything, then for all the cultivators here, it meant the absence of either sensing power or Spiritual Sense.

Zhou Yan’s heart sank, and then he tried to release his Soul Energy to act outside, but the powerful Soul Energy also became ineffective this time!

Zhou Yan’s heart skipped a beat, and his expression became even more unsettled, his eyes flickering, subconsciously a beam of Soul Extinguishing Sword Intent shot out from his eyes, but the powerful Sword Intent seemed to have collapsed before it even formed.

In this beautiful world, even energy couldn’t be utilized!

At this, Zhou Yan truly couldn’t keep calm!

What did the loss of energy signify in such a perilous place?

Wasn’t this like becoming a lamb waiting for slaughter?!

Zhou Yan’s expression became uglier as he tried to activate the defense capabilities of the Sword Array within the Spiritual Lotus Armor, but the normally obedient Spirit Armor now seemed dead, offering nothing beyond its basic defense, its Runes and Sword Array not showing the slightest gleam!

Zhou Yan then concentrated Purple Flame Breath within his twelve primary meridians and the Eight Extraordinary Meridians, allowing it to circulate within them.

This time, Zhou Yan finally felt energy moving within his body.

Using this energy, Zhou Yan clenched his fist, and a Fist Intent suddenly manifested, allowing the inner strength of Xingyi Fist to explode directly.

“Thank goodness, this special type of Inner Strength can still be utilized, and combined with my body’s strength, which is already comparable to the defense of ordinary Spirit Armor, I at least have some ability to defend myself!”

Zhou Yan took a moment to assess his own situation, comprehending every bit of information about himself like the back of his hand, and then he sighed softly with a mix of emotions.

“Master, look, how beautiful it is here!

Master—”

It was only then that Li Qimeng came back to her senses and couldn’t help but speak out.

Realizing she had been too careless, lost in thought in such a dangerous place, she immediately felt a sense of apology and lowered her head, silently moving to Zhou Yan’s side.

“Yes, the scenery here is indeed lovely, but such beauty likely represents an unfathomable path of vitality.

That’s why here, our energies are autonomously sealed.

I’m afraid we won’t be able to use our powers until we leave this place.”

Zhou Yan said with a bitter smile.

“Ah—this, this is…”

Li Qimeng was initially shocked, then quickly sensed her own situation, and her face turned a few shades paler.

Having just survived life and death, and before she could even rejoice at being unharmed, were they now lambs to the slaughter?

“Master, I’m sorry, it’s all my fault.

If it weren’t for saving me, you wouldn’t have ended up trapped here.”

Li Qimeng said with much shame.

Hearing this, Zhou Yan merely smiled warmly, his voice comforting as he said, “It has nothing to do with you.

Previously, you performed quite well in every aspect, even willing to face death to protect my path.

I am very satisfied with that.

Your willingness to think this way is truly rare.

Therefore, even if it means risking my life, I will save you!”

Zhou Yan’s tone was gentle as he spoke, yet there was a serious undertone to his words, conveying a deep sincerity as if coming from the soul.

Such words were rare in this world—at least, Li Qimeng had never heard them before!

It was just like how she and Feng Lingzhu, the protector, both served Miss Yunjin, but when it came to status, a hundred of her could not compare to Feng Lingzhu—so even if she faced death, Feng Lingzhu could remain indifferent!

Therefore, at this moment, being treated so by Zhou Yan, even though it was just a simple statement, Feng Lingzhu truly felt an indescribable emotion stirring within her!

At this moment, she even thought to herself that if Master would treat her so, she would be willing to shatter to dust and scatter her soul at a moment’s notice!

At this instant, she truly wished to give her all for this good Master who risked his life for her, without a single moment’s hesitation!

“Master, from now on, Li Qimeng’s life belongs to you and Miss.

It was so before, but from now on, it is completely so!”

Tears glistened in Li Qimeng’s beautiful eyes, but she didn’t shed them; instead, they dried up slowly, the light within them shimmering.

She needed to remember this moment, to never forget this deep emotion!

It was a feeling that deeply moved her, a care and equality she had never experienced since birth, aside from her initial meetings with Miss Yunjin.

Speaking with Master Zhou Yan, she felt she was no longer just a lowly maid but a friend, a companion!

Though she often had such illusions, and despite enjoying the feeling of being respected, she knew in reality she was still a maid—just like how Feng Lingzhu could ignore her or remain indifferent even if she was killed.

Because of this contrast, her loyalty to Zhou Yan had completely taken root.

“Since you declare your life is mine, I order you to take good care of yourself from now on.

Cherish your life and do not throw it away recklessly, do you understand?!”

Zhou Yan said with mock sternness.

People like her, whose emotions fluctuated vividly before him at such a level, Zhou Yan could almost sense their thoughts without trying—despite the fact that all Cultivator abilities were sealed here, he could still feel Li Qimeng’s emotions, and for a moment, he felt moved.

The more he understood this world, especially compared to his Master’s Earth and the Chinese nation, the more Zhou Yan realized how tragic the women of this world could be.

But he was no philanthropist.

All he could do was offer some respect to those around him, and that was all.

“Master…

If we can’t use our Cultivation energy here, what shall we do?

Although beautiful, this place may hide unknown dangers.”

Li Qimeng was completely overwhelmed by her emotions; the once dry tears threatened to overflow again.

When she felt Zhou Yan’s gaze upon her once more, she shyly changed the subject—although she liked being looked at by Master Zhou Yan, she felt unworthy due to their status disparity and lacking the confidence to face Zhou Yan’s spiritual gaze.

“It’s okay, I have also practiced physically.

You needn’t worry.”

Zhou Yan said with a slight smile, his words imbued with immense confidence.