CHAPTER 1429: CHAPTER 1429: DECEPTION! SECOND UPDATE

It turns out, Jin Zhimo really has talent in the path of alchemy. In such a short time, she’s easily mastered the crafting of low and medium-grade pills, and she can even produce high-grade pills, albeit with a lower probability.

This achievement in alchemy puts her just a step below her mentor, Ye Qiu. Once Jin Zhimo improves the success rate of crafting high-grade pills, she’ll surpass Ye Qiu immediately.

"You’ve done very well. It won’t be long before you’ll overtake me, your mentor," Ye Qiu said with a smile.

Upon hearing Ye Qiu’s praise, Jin Zhimo was delighted. This was the first time she’d received recognition from Ye Qiu in alchemy. Having focused wholeheartedly on the craft and endured considerable hardship, she finally achieved a small success.

Seeing Ye Qiu idle, Jin Zhimo’s eyes turned, and she said, "Master, I’m still puzzled about some issues in alchemy. I hope you can provide answers."

"Feel free to ask," Ye Qiu responded.

Then, Jin Zhimo raised her questions, and Ye Qiu explained while demonstrating. As Jin Zhimo listened, her attention was entirely drawn to Ye Qiu’s face. This seriousness made Jin Zhimo increasingly fascinated; she became entranced just by watching.

"Hey, what are you thinking?"

"Hehe, nothing, Master. Where were you in the explanation?"

"Weren’t you listening attentively, girl?"

...

The peaceful days were broken two days later.

Several figures arrived directly in front of Moonwatch Peak. One of them spoke, sounding like a thunderous roar from heaven.

"Ye Qiu, come see us quickly, or we will flatten your Moonwatch Peak."

This booming voice spread not only throughout Moonwatch Peak but also reached many ears in the Capital City.

In an instant, everyone’s gaze refocused on Moonwatch Peak.

Pepper Live sent out two female hosts this time, along with the male host Big Bear from last time, and a newly risen male host, Tian Zuo, for a live stream of what might be a new battle at Moonwatch Peak.

Several bosses of live streaming companies slapped their thighs, lamenting another missed opportunity. But since the battle hadn’t started, it wasn’t too late. They immediately directed their hosts to head to Moonwatch Peak, determined not to let Pepper Live take the lead again.

Ever since Pepper Live streamed the entire incident concerning the Peach Blossom Hermit, they shot to prominence among numerous live platforms, soaring to the top position with the highest download rates, becoming the undisputed king of traffic, boasting a daily live audience of tens of millions, and even creating top-tier god-level streamers like Big Bear.

"Hello everyone, I’m Big Bear."

"Family of the Zuo Legion, I’m Tian Zuo."

Pepper Live, due to the joint broadcast by the four top hosts, stirred up simultaneous viewership from tens of millions once again.

Both gifts and comments were flowing rapidly.

"I wonder which experts these figures floating in the sky are; they all seem quite formidable." Big Bear commented.

"Strongly urge Tian Zuo to perform ’Drunk Alone’ on-site."

"Alright, I’ll sing it for you guys, fitting for today’s mood."

"All alone I drink to the point of drunkenness, intoxicated with the companion. Eyes follow exclusively, only hoping for a future return together..."

With Tian Zuo’s rapping, the live streaming platform instantly exploded. Emotions were ignited. Once upon a time, Tian Zuo achieved viral success with this song on Pepper Live, and now its resurgence inspires boundless ardor.

Especially the line about overthrowing emperors, challenging Cang Tian, and seizing the throne to achieve immortality, which complemented the current scene.

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh.

Ye Qiu and Jin Shanshun, amongst others, descended from the sky, arriving before the figures.

Looking at the middle-aged men and elders before him, Ye Qiu didn’t need to think to guess—they must be the intruders without a doubt.

"Looks like you’re that native, Ye Qiu." An elder stepped forward, staring at Ye Qiu and said.

"You all have come to my Moonwatch Peak. May I know your purpose?" Ye Qiu asked calmly without arrogance.

"Hmph, feigned ignorance. You’ve imprisoned the Saint Heir of our sect, are you still trying to deny it?" Another elder stood out.

"Hehe, this old sir, you can’t speak recklessly. I, Ye, am not a human trafficker; why would I imprison your people? If you came for this matter, I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. I truly have none here." Ye Qiu replied eloquently.

"Damned native, stop lying. Do you think we make baseless accusations?" Just then, a silhouette appeared behind them, and a voice rang out, "Ye Qiu, long time no see. You should still remember me."

A young face emerged. Ye Qiu’s eyes narrowed; he naturally recognized this person—it was the Donghua Holy Son.

"Dear seniors, I’m talking about this guy. Previously, many Holy Sons came to duel with him, and those who did vanished without a trace. I dare say, they’re all in his hands." Donghua Holy Son remarked.

After speaking, he didn’t forget to cast a cold smile at Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu knew the Donghua Holy Son was seeking revenge for the beast pill he snatched.

"Kid, did you hear that? If you are wise, hand them over, and we’ll spare your life."

"What if I don’t?" Ye Qiu retorted.

"If you don’t..." The elders’ expressions turned cold as they said, "We’ll raze your home, kill everyone related to you."

Ye Qiu’s brows furrowed. To harm those related to him, such threats triggered his murderous intent. These intruders were likely used to acting recklessly in their ancestral lands. Upon arriving on Earth, they assumed invincibility, becoming even more unrestrained.

"Hehe, fine, I’ll hand them over. Follow me." Having said that, Ye Qiu soared upwards, heading towards Moonwatch Peak.

The intruders exchanged glances and, without another word, all followed.

"Dong Hua, you stay here; I’ll go check it out." Donghua Holy Son’s father said.

"Father, that kid is unusually sinister; be careful." Donghua Holy Son warned.

"Don’t worry. Just a mere native. Your father won’t fall into his hands."

After saying this, Donghua Holy Son’s father also followed the elders to fly up Moonwatch Peak.

"Kid, where are they? Don’t try any tricks. We’re all here; if you play us, you’ll wish you were dead," a voice sounded from behind.

Ye Qiu didn’t respond. When he reached the flat land of Moonwatch Peak, he stopped, and the elders also landed.

They scanned around but saw no signs of anyone, leading them to look at Ye Qiu and say, "Kid, are you fooling us? Where is our sect’s Saint Heir?"

Ye Qiu smiled and said, "Once you leave here, you’ll naturally see your Saint Heir. Dear elder ones, enjoy the grand gift I’m giving you."

With those words, the world around them suddenly transformed.

The elders, including Donghua Holy Son’s father, were all taken aback, sensing that this space had become extraordinary.

"This place is..."

"Why do I feel somewhat familiar? It seems like the illusion array on Mount Tai?"

"Impossible, this isn’t Mount Tai."

"Damn it, the attacks here are no different from those on Mount Tai. We’ve been fooled by that kid; there’s a similar illusion array on Moonwatch Peak!"

Immediately, everyone’s faces changed. They had just returned from Mount Tai; how could they not recognize the dangers of the illusion array? Inside, many intruders were still trapped.

Unexpectedly, they escaped one murderous array only to face another’s crisis.

Suddenly, they all hated Ye Qiu to the bone. If they could get out, they vowed to dismember Ye Qiu.

"This damned one dared to deceive us."

All present were filled with murderous intent. However, to confront Ye Qiu, they must first escape this illusion array alive.