CHAPTER 561: 553

Because that’s where the hideous old crone lives!

"Eh!"

"Quick, look! There are so many medicinal herbs over there!"

"Red Fire Glazed Tree, Nine Suns Flower, Fire Ginseng, Blood Ginseng..."

"They’re all the rarest and most extraordinary treasures!"

"And even the Heart-guarding Fruit!"

While Qin Feiyang and Fatty were feeling uneasy, a chorus of surprised exclamations arose. Everyone present had their gazes locked on the sea of flowers to the south, their eyes filled with greed.

"All mine!"

Some with less self-control immediately rushed towards the sea of flowers, their expressions somewhat crazed.

Seeing this, Wang Hong’s face darkened. He shouted, "All of you, stop!"

But with various precious medicinal herbs laid out before them, it was as if a group of enchanting, naked young maidens were beckoning to them. They simply could not resist such a temptation. They completely ignored Wang Hong’s shout!

"Damn it!" Wang Hong couldn’t help but curse, his gaze as dark as deep water.

BOOM!

At that moment, a terrifying pressure emerged, emanating from the forest to the east. Qin Feiyang and Fatty’s eyes twitched. It was a pressure too familiar! It was indeed the ugly old crone!

WHOOSH!

Sure enough, a streak of light cut through the sky. Almost in the blink of an eye, the ugly old crone appeared above the sea of flowers. And then, without the slightest mercy, she immediately struck to kill. Battle Intent surged forth, blotting out the sky and covering the earth, carrying an astonishing killing intent! Before those whose minds were clouded by desire could react, they were engulfed by the Battle Intent, their blood splattering on the spot!

Watching this unfold, Qin Feiyang and Fatty grew even more anxious. These were all disciples of the Inner Sect! And both Wang Hong and Jiang Qianqing were present. Yet this old witch had killed them without a second word. Wasn’t she far too brutal?! Most crucially, neither Wang Hong nor Jiang Qianqing reprimanded the ugly old crone. Not only did they not reprimand her, but there was even a trace of fear and reverence in their expressions. This clearly indicated that the ugly old crone’s status was anything but simple!

"Who else wants the herbs?" After finishing her slaughter, the ugly old crone stood with her hands clasped behind her back, her icy gaze sweeping over the crowd. She also noticed Qin Feiyang and Fatty. Her gaze was particularly terrifying!

Qin Feiyang and Fatty’s courage was such that, it could be said, no one present could compare to them, yet even they were breaking out in a cold sweat now. Let alone the others. Looking at the old crone’s hideous face and her ferocious gaze, everyone present was terrified to their core.

"Now that you’ve come to my territory, you must abide by my rules. Anyone who dares to covet the medicinal herbs here again shall die!" the ugly old crone declared. The murderous intent in her words was like sharp blades piercing deep into everyone’s bones, making them tremble in body and soul!

"Humph!" The ugly old crone snorted, her gaze suddenly shifted, locking onto Qin Feiyang and Fatty.

This is bad! The two immediately sensed trouble.

"You two, follow me." After saying that, the ugly old crone flew towards the lake to the north.

"What should we do?" Fatty’s face turned deathly pale. The old witch called us over alone; she must want to settle that old score from last time.

Qin Feiyang also felt bitter. How could we be so unlucky to run into this vicious person again?

The two couldn’t help but look towards Wang Hong and Jiang Qianqing for help.

"Go on," they laughed. "As long as you two don’t cause any trouble, she probably won’t harm you."

"Probably?" Hearing this uncertain word, Qin Feiyang and Fatty’s nerves instantly tensed up.

The two let out a long sigh. Gritting their teeth and bracing themselves, they flew towards the lake.

The others watched this scene, their eyes filled with surprise and suspicion. Why hadn’t she called the others, only singling out Qin Feiyang and Fatty? But one thing was certain: nothing good awaited them.

Those like Wu Yan and Xui Yang, who held grudges against Qin Feiyang, couldn’t help but gloat at their misfortune.

「The northern lake!」

The ugly old crone stood by the lakeside, her gaze sweeping over the calm surface of the lake, flickering uncertainly.

SWOOSH!

Qin Feiyang and Fatty landed behind the old crone. They exchanged a glance, then cupped their fists and said with a smile, "Senior, it’s been a few years. We hope you’ve been well."

"Senior?" The corner of the ugly old crone’s mouth quirked up. She turned to face Qin Feiyang and Fatty, saying teasingly, "If I recall correctly, didn’t you two used to call me ’old witch’?"

Their hearts skipped a beat.

"That was all a misunderstanding."

"Actually, in our hearts, we hold great respect for you, venerable elder."

"You see, venerable elder, you are kind-hearted and benevolent, virtuous and highly respected, and you show such great care for us juniors. We both admire you from the bottom of our hearts."

"Esteemed Senior, surely you wouldn’t hold things against us two juniors, would you?" Fatty first plastered on a fawning smile, showering the ugly old crone with compliments, before cautiously asking.

What a load of bull, Qin Feiyang inwardly scoffed at Fatty. This old witch didn’t seem to have the slightest connection to being kind-hearted, benevolent, virtuous, highly respected, or caring for juniors.

"Is that so?" The ugly old crone glanced mockingly at Fatty, then turned to Qin Feiyang and asked, "Do you think so too?"

AHEM! Qin Feiyang gave a dry cough. Although he strongly disagreed, he could only nod against his better judgment.

"Did you think I wouldn’t know? You’re surely cursing me in your hearts right now, so stop putting on an act." The ugly old crone shot them a disdainful glance. Suddenly, with a flick of her finger, two black streaks of light shot into Qin Feiyang’s and Fatty’s mouths like lightning.

The two exclaimed in alarm and confusion, "What was that?!"

The ugly old crone said with a grin, "You two should be quite familiar with it."

"Familiar with it?" The two were momentarily stunned, but in the next instant, their expressions changed drastically. They hurriedly looked inward at their hearts.