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The journey through the wilderness was fraught with danger, as fierce beasts lurked in the shadows, suddenly pouncing from the darkness to ambush the cultivators making their way into the secret realm. Battles erupted everywhere between humans and beasts, and even among humans themselves, creating a chaotic scene in the perilous outskirts of Tiandong City.
Even Yan Dong, racing down the central path alongside Tenglan, Pei Shigui, and Ying Zhan, had to be cautious. Xu Qiaoshan and others who followed closely behind were even more on guard, taking careful steps while watching for potential attacks from others and remaining vigilant of their surroundings.
Why hadn’t Hong Yulong chosen that path?
Huang Chong kept pace with Che Qiangxuan while staying closely behind Pei Shigui. He communicated with Che Qiangxuan, expressing his thoughts about Hong Yulong. Both he and Che Qiangxuan believed that in critical moments, at least they could act as a small buffer for a Transcendent Practitioner, indicating their respect for the Cursed Ruby Dragon.
Could he really leave early? Didn’t he see who was trailing behind those Transcendent Practitioners? He dared to say that at least they were all figures who had made it onto the Heavenly Ranking. Bu Luo had merely been hidden away by various sects. Even sects like Thunderstorm Pavilion and Xu Zhu Courtyard managed to send out Xu Qiaoshan and Yuan Qingyun, both at the Infant Stage. Who could claim that the Academy and Moon River Sect didn’t have even more promising disciples? In his view, the rankings from the recent Sky East Tournament clearly indicated the future trajectories of each Major Sect for at least the coming year.
As the Towering Ancient Tree rushed past everyone, Huang Chong pondered Che Qiangxuan’s words when a shadow suddenly lunged out, forcing him to halt momentarily. He found himself face-to-face with a beast resembling a fierce tiger, its scales glinting ominously. The creature’s malevolent gaze suggested it was not an intelligent beast but rather one that had yet to awaken its consciousness.
Ahead of them, Pei Shigui and those riding on Red Tiger, including Ying Zhan, encountered their first trouble in the secret realm and instinctively came to a stop.
Lin Hu?
Gray Sparrow?
Si Snake?
Whispers of surprise filled the air. Although that group of Transcendent Practitioners led the way and had left Yuanji behind, competition was just beginning. Those vying for the top spot among the Transcendent Practitioners were conserving their strength. Despite their differences in ability and the distance between them being several dozen feet apart, Yan Dong found himself surrounded by a pack of beasts that had yet to develop any intelligence.
Ying Zhan grinned widely, seemingly unfazed as he provocatively approached Zhu Long, whose fur ruffled in the wind. Naturally, Zhu Long could not tolerate such provocation from a human. In an instant, a fierce battle erupted between man and beast as they engaged in combat like a spinning lantern.
The Azure Wind Antelope, which had been carrying Tenglan, known as Zhongshang, was suddenly intercepted mid-air by a Gray Sparrow, whose body was no larger than a palm. The Azure Wave Vinewood Sword in front of the sparrow emitted an icy aura. The two locked eyes, neither willing to make the first move.
Meanwhile, Huang Chong and Lin Hu were locked in a stalemate. Although Huang Chong's aura fluctuated erratically, having just entered Transcendence not long ago, he had at least crossed the threshold of Transcendence. Even against an Ancient Beast, he could hold his own against a Transcendent Practitioner, making it clear that one should not underestimate those beasts often regarded as mere livestock.
Che Qiangxuan was fixated on the Si Snake hidden somewhere in the secret jungle, ready to strike at the slightest movement. He knew that if it dared to make a move, it would be pinned in mid-air instantly.
Pei Shigui was not spared either; Yan Dong was being chased by a swarm of bees behind him, running around like a headless chicken. His predicament was utterly embarrassing, further tarnishing the reputation of the prince from Tiandong City.
Initially, it seemed that the beasts were soaring through the air to intercept Xiao Zhang. However, he had taken a tumble; it wasn't just one wolf pack lying in wait in the jungle. The moment they spotted Xiao Zhang, they pounced on him as if they had found the most delicious food in Tiandong. If Fei Xiao Zhang hadn't reacted quickly enough, Yan Dong would have already met his end in the wolves' jaws. Yet he still struggled amidst the pack, even attempting to fly but was thwarted by elite wolf soldiers lying in ambush atop ancient trees. His situation was increasingly precarious.
In contrast, the Night Emperor moved through the jungle as if strolling in his own backyard, facing no obstacles from any beasts. This only made those trapped among the wolves glare at the man dressed in black who seemed shrouded in night. With his enviable beauty, even women known for their allure would feel inferior in his presence, stirring envy among those surrounded by wolves. Though they couldn't reach the Night Emperor now, it didn't stop them from glaring at him to vent their frustrations.
Seeing the distressed cultivators, the Night Emperor said nothing but let out a soft sigh and shook his head before slowly departing. As he left, he casually remarked "Until we meet again," which only fueled their anger further.
It wasn't just Fei Xiao Zhang watching the Night Emperor leave; two other Loose Cultivators at Transcendence—Zhang Chunlin and Guo Jia—along with Sister Zheng Chenglin and Ye Yi from Moon River Sect, who had little fame, found themselves trapped here as well.
The four did not wish to escape from the wolf pack; instead, they felt an overwhelming dread as countless wolves seemed determined to keep them there with their lives on the line. Having already slain over ten wolves, they felt their scalps tingle with anxiety.
Following closely behind a Transcendent Practitioner were several cultivators at Half-Step to Godhood and Peak of Nascent Soul. Their situation was no better; they were cornered between two towering cliffs where Earth Lizards spat fire and Thunderbirds summoned lightning from both sides. This forced them to band together against their foes; any misstep could lead to fatal consequences.
Meanwhile, those from Ninth Underworld chose not to take the nearest route and found themselves entangled with sudden beasts and World of Mortals cultivators who knew they wouldn't reach their destination. They fought desperately to advance step by step while trying to reach their goal before those World of Mortals cultivators arrived. Knowing they were expendable pawns for various Major Sects, these cultivators fought fiercely to delay Ninth Underworld's progress and kept Nine Nether Cultivators ahead of them.
Mu Qinglong observed the reckless beasts and World of Mortals cultivators before him. The killing intent surged within him like never before as he slowly uttered a word that echoed through heaven and earth like thunderclaps.
Kill
Watching Yoyo bouncing around him, it felt as if the little fox, who had slowly awakened after entering the secret realm with Gu Ping, had returned home. It frolicked joyfully, chasing butterflies and splashing in the water, never pausing for a moment.
Though Bu Luo Gu Ping and Jiang Anbo chose to walk, they were far from slow. With Yoyo by their side, encountering beasts was no trouble at all; they strolled leisurely as if in a garden. Additionally, with their martial arts allowing them to cover distances in an instant, they surpassed everyone else, ranking just behind Night Hound.
Jiang Anbo observed the lively Yoyo and couldn't shake off a lingering question: Was this really the legendary Pure World Fox? It didn't seem likely. The way it jumped around, aside from its ability to change size, showed nothing remarkable. It resembled more of a pet fox one might find in the Fairy Market than a creature of great renown.
Bu Luo thought for a moment but kept his thoughts to himself. Although he couldn't quite understand why, looking at the seemingly delicate yet fierce little fox made Jiang Anbo feel inexplicably uneasy; he didn't even dare to utter a single bad word.
Behind them was a chaotic scene. While their pace wasn't particularly fast, with Yoyo around, ordinary beasts dared not approach. Thus, their journey was smooth and uninterrupted; they were undoubtedly quicker than anyone else. Shouldn't they prepare for something?
Noticing Gu Ping inexplicably smirking, Jiang Anbo realized that Gu Ping was up to no good again. He felt that relying solely on the two of them wouldn't accomplish much.
As for how to proceed, Hong Yulong had chosen a different path from theirs. The route he took was less traveled and relatively new; not even Zhu Lan would likely choose such a long detour on a difficult path.
The convergence of the Infinite Path and the Jade Void Path was unexpected for him, while the Limitless Path and the Beginning Path would certainly not let them off easily. They could temporarily hide from Yuanji, intentionally exposing one or two individuals to eliminate others from the Daoist Sect. Even if it meant clashing with the sect, it was worth the risk.
Though the situation appeared chaotic for Bu Luo, there was an underlying order amidst the disorder. The connection between Tai Xu Dao and the Infinite Path suggested that while they aimed for total annihilation, the Beginning Path seemed reluctant to exert effort. The reasons behind this were worth pondering. As for the Moon River Sect, represented by the Limitless Path, due to Zhang Liuyuan, there might be an undisclosed purge outside the sect. It wouldn't be surprising if the intent behind the Light Path Classic was filled with murderous intent. If they sought to break through, they would likely need to manipulate visible circumstances.
They had advanced significantly ahead of others and now had more time to strategize. Ideally, they could stir up chaos in such a way that allowed them to fish in troubled waters—sending Hong Yulong out of play. Although there was only one chance for Yan Dong, it could serve as bait. Perhaps the Daoist Sect deliberately aimed to lure them into revealing themselves; thus, he preferred to forgo that opportunity and wait until it was most advantageous before acting—ensuring his own safety first.
For Yan Dong, his primary mission was to create chaos; thus, he chuckled as they quickened their pace.
Gu Ping beckoned to Yoyo, inviting it onto his shoulder before both transformed into streaks of light and vanished from sight.
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