CHAPTER 193: CHAPTER 189: YOU THINK YOU’RE AWESOME? KEEP GOING (VOTE FOR MONTHLY TICKET)

"Strange, it was in this direction. Why can’t we see the Dung Beetle?"

"That punk can’t be hiding, can he? If I don’t beat the crap out of him this time, I’ll write my name backward."

"This son of a bitch actually ran this far. He’s truly audacious and bold."

"Who cares? We’ll just beat him up as soon as we find him."

"..."

The players chattered noisily, then passed through the bushes and saw the Giant Python Demonic Beast that had been frozen.

They also saw the frozen Dung Beetle and the White-clothed Ice Crystal Woman.

Found them?

The moment they saw the Dung Beetle, anger flashed across the players’ faces.

That bastard really was here, and it looked like he was trapped.

Perfect!

Isn’t this just a ready-made punching bag?

At once, the players surged forward, surrounding the area completely.

With over eight hundred players gathered, even the woman couldn’t help but furrow her brows, a hint of suspicion in her eyes.

These people... Such a strong Five Elements aura. Although they’re all at the Qi Cultivation Stage, their auras don’t seem weak, and some even have robust vitality. Hmm... That’s not right! Are these individuals with special constitutions?

The woman’s gaze immediately fell on the few players standing next to Junlin.

Especially Farming at Noon, Black Immortal Art, and I want to eat breakfast.

These three give me a very strange feeling. But there’s no doubt; they have special constitutions. People with such celestial favor are rarely seen. And there are three of them here! In my own Sect, only Senior Brother possesses a special constitution. If I could take these three back to the Sect, I would be making a significant contribution.

"Good lad! We’re exhausted, and you’re here picking up chicks?"

"Brothers, hit him! Use magic!"

"Take this, Fire Fist!"

"Earth Escape – Earth Spike Assault!"

"..."

The next moment, under the Dung Beetle’s shocked gaze, the players’ magic attacks all smashed toward him.

What’s going on? I only ran for a little while. How do these bastards know magic? Am I several versions behind?

Just as the magic attacks were about to hit him, a visible Ice Crystal Shield appeared around his body.

"BANG, BANG, BANG—"

The players’ attacks struck the Ice Crystal Shield, producing jarring explosions.

But the shield did not shatter; the Dung Beetle inside was safe and sound.

PHEW—

Safe!

"Hahaha, you bunch of trash! All of you want to mess with me? Come on, try to kill me!"

The Dung Beetle knew the woman had saved him, so he laughed out loud.

He was just that bold!

After being chased by the Giant Python Demonic Beast, forget provoking players; even if Sect Leader Xu Nian himself showed up, he’d dare to pelt him with Stinky Tofu!

That’s just how bold he was!

Come on, kill me!

The woman had intervened to understand what was happening.

But she hadn’t expected the Dung Beetle to use her protection to bluff and offend these people.

This man truly is no good!

"Damn, did this bastard find himself a backer?"

"Ice-type magic; this counts as special magic, right? Did the Dung Beetle strike it lucky?"

"How could he run into an NPC like this? When did this guy get such luck?"

"He’s itching for a beating. If he isn’t thrashed every three days, he’ll be tearing the roof down."

"..."

Junlin and his team stood together, watching the woman, unsure of her relationship with the Dung Beetle.

But with the woman present, it was impossible for them to discipline the Dung Beetle now.

The woman frowned slightly and said in a deep voice, "From which Sect in the Northern Wilderness are you? Why have you ventured into the deep depths of the Demon Beast Forest?"

All at the Qi Cultivation Realm. For so many of them to venture deep into the Demon Beast Forest, it’s definitely not simple. The Demon Beast Forest is full of fierce Demonic Beasts; even I have to be very cautious. For these people to appear with such fanfare, they must have something unique about them. And then there are those three with special constitutions. What Sect could it be, allowing three individuals with special constitutions to roam about so carelessly? Aren’t they afraid of the loss if they die?

Junlin stepped forward and said, "We are disciples of the Profound Yellow Sect. And you are, Young Lady...?"

The Profound Yellow Sect? Never heard of it. Since when was there such a Sect in the Northern Wilderness? To gather so many Qi Cultivation Realm disciples, it must not be an ordinary small Sect.

"Liu Ruyan, from the Celestial Splendor Sect in the Northern Wilderness!" the woman spoke coolly.

But the players were completely unfamiliar with the place she mentioned.

But this Northern Wilderness must be a general term for a large region, right? Future Tasks will likely be set within this Northern Wilderness. Celestial Splendor Sect? Perhaps we’ll have interactions with this Sect in the future.

"Never heard of it. Does anyone know this Celestial Splendor Sect?"

"Are you stupid? It’s already Version 3.0; the Celestial Splendor Sect must be a Daoist Sect of immortal cultivation."

"Doesn’t seem to have anything to do with us, though. I just want to beat up the Dung Beetle right now!"

"Let’s see what the Lords have to say first."

"..."

Liu Ruyan could not understand what the players were saying at all.

However, she was quite curious about the Profound Yellow Sect. Having three disciples with special constitutions surely meant it wasn’t an ordinary Sect.

Pointing at the Dung Beetle, Junlin said, "Miss Liu, I wonder if this person can be handed over to us? This man has some grievances with us, so please, Young Lady, do not interfere."

Liu Ruyan had already noticed. These people and the man she rescued have some feud; otherwise, they wouldn’t have attacked each other on sight. And judging from their magic, each one seems far from simple. It’s not worth making enemies of these people!

"You can take him, but you have to tell me how you reached the deep depths of the Demon Beast Forest," Liu Ruyan spoke calmly, seemingly only concerned about this matter.

The players breathed a sigh of relief when they heard her.

Is that all? We thought it would be something problematic.

"We came from the rear, following the trail of this Giant Python," Junlin explained. He then pointed in the direction they had come from and added with a smile, "Just past here is the location of the Celestial One Daoist Sect."

Celestial One Daoist Sect? Another Sect I’ve never heard of.

Liu Ruyan’s heart sank. The Demon Beast Forest stretches for millions of miles and contains countless powerful Demonic Beasts. Beyond it lies the Endless Sea, also known as a forbidden area. Although his words seem truthful, why would a Sect establish itself within the Demon Beast Forest? Isn’t that just asking for annihilation? Profound Yellow Sect, Celestial One Daoist Sect. Are the Sect Leaders of these two powers fools?

"The man is yours," Liu Ruyan said as she tossed the Dung Beetle aside. She then leaped up, ice crystals trailing behind her, and flew back towards the direction of the Celestial One Daoist Sect.

As soon as she was gone, the Dung Beetle’s screams of agony echoed through the mountain forest.

"Dung Beetle, you think you’re so tough? Keep it up!"

"You called us trash; why so quiet now?"

"We knew you were tough, but we didn’t think you’d be this bold, provoking so many players all by yourself. You’re so brave!"

"Send him to Reincarnation! Then we’ll finish our Task and come back to deal with him again!"

"..."

Under the torment of many players, the Dung Beetle was sent directly to Reincarnation.

However, Liu Ruyan was now firmly on his grudge list.

If it weren’t for this woman, how could I have been captured? This woman... she’s stumbled into trouble now.

Liu Ruyan flew over the dense forest but still saw no signs of any Sects. Then, just as she arrived at the back mountain of the Celestial One Daoist Sect, an imperceptible ripple emerged in the sky as she passed.

Hm? A protective Array? Considering its technique, it seems somewhat similar to the Luo Family’s Array. Could this place be related to the Luo Family?

The instant Liu Ruyan flew over, a complex of buildings and, in the distance, numerous cities and villages appeared before her eyes.

It seems to be a sanctuary hidden from the world. Moreover, the auras of the people here are pitifully weak; the strongest seems to be only at the Foundation Establishment Realm. There are even few at the Qi Cultivation Realm. How strange. How could such a sanctuary exist within the Demon Beast Forest?

Liu Ruyan strode over the ice, approaching the Taibai Hall of the Celestial One Daoist Sect step by step.

Those two Foundation Establishment Realm individuals are right there!

The disciples of the Celestial One Daoist Sect were surprised to see someone walking on ice in the sky, advancing towards the Taibai Hall.

But recalling the previous incident with the Profound Yellow Sect disciples, they weren’t too shocked.

It’s just magic, after all. It’s not like we haven’t seen it before!

"Liu Ruyan from the Celestial Splendor Sect in the Northern Wilderness pays a visit! I kindly request a few of you to come out for a discussion!" Liu Ruyan’s voice reverberated across the entire Celestial One Daoist Sect from above.

Everyone looked up, staring at the incredibly beautiful woman floating mid-air, resembling a goddess descended from the heavens!

「Inside the Taibai Hall.」

Hearing the voice, Xu Nian and the others exchanged glances.

They knew of the Northern Wilderness’s existence but had never interacted with its people.

Now that someone from the Celestial Splendor Sect had suddenly arrived, they didn’t know if she was friend or foe.

"Let’s go see," Xu Nian frowned and said. "If her intentions were hostile, she wouldn’t have announced herself from outside."

Kong Qingquan and Zhao Qixian nodded lightly.

Zhang Longhu supported Zhao Qixian as they followed Xu Nian and Kong Qingquan outside.

Watching the several individuals emerge from the Great Hall, Liu Ruyan gracefully descended, her ice crystals dissipating, revealing an ethereal, fairy-like presence.

This scene shocked Kong Qingquan and Zhao Qixian.

Xu Nian, however, remained indifferent.

He knew the world’s map well. The Northern Wilderness was considered the weakest region. The Celestial Splendor Sect, situated at its westernmost edge, was quite distant from their location.

Kong Qingquan and the others saluted with cupped fists and announced their affiliations.

"Zhao Qixian of the Celestial One Daoist Sect greets the Fairy!"

"Zhang Longhu of the Celestial One Daoist Sect greets the Fairy!"

"Kong Qingquan of the Little Sage Manor greets the Fairy!"

"Xu Nian of the Profound Yellow Sect!"

Hearing their four introductions, Liu Ruyan’s gaze lingered on Kong Qingquan for a moment before settling on Xu Nian.

Profound Yellow Sect? It seems the strongest individuals in this hidden sanctuary are gathered here. Unexpectedly, such a place exists in the world, and there are even people with special constitutions. Indeed, one should not underestimate the world. However, the situation here doesn’t seem favorable. If I could take them back to the Celestial Splendor Sect...