C1014 Such Attitude
The Ancient Black Iron Ship, moored amidst the forest, was engulfed by a colorful sea of clouds emanating from the Nirvana Realm. The chaotic energies of the realm converged from all directions, each stream flowing into the cloud sea.
Peach Madam concealed herself within this mist, harnessing the tainted powers of the Nirvana Realm to forge another version of herself. In the process, the realm itself underwent a cleansing and purification.
The five Divine Level Yang Gods, after a brief exchange with her, were wary of taking any rash actions due to their knowledge of her former prowess, especially now that she had descended to her current state.
Peach Madam made it clear that her stay in the Nirvana Realm would be brief and that she would soon depart.
The five Yang Gods, intimidated by her combat strength and intrigued by the mysteries of Sky Rift Valley, ventured into the valley and, like Sun Jun and Zhan Ruonan, encountered Yu Yuan.
They thus learned that the youth standing before the luminous spatial rift was none other than the renowned Yu Yuan of Darkmoon City.
"An Evil Cauldron and Giant Beast Soul Amber, not to mention Nie Qingtian's Divine Sword sheath, are in his possession," Gou Yungui remarked, casting a meaningful glance at Yu Yuan after carelessly dropping a net filled with the heads of alien warriors onto the unforgiving ground. He nudged Huang Zhenlong of the Voodoo Cult with his shoulder, "I've heard that Luo Yue, the former leader of your Voodoo Cult, was his senior sister."
The revelation that Luo Yue was the Luohou Ghost King had ceased to be a secret following the climactic battles in Horror Land. Luo Yue, who had apprenticed under the Medicine God Hong Qi in the art of alchemy, was also the Voodoo Cult's previous sect master.
"The Medicine God's teachings that he stumbled upon shouldn't be taken at face value," Huang Zhenlong said, his brow furrowed as he appraised Yu Yuan. "Alchemy isn't a discipline one can master overnight. Given his youth and lack of proper mentorship, it's doubtful he has a true understanding of the craft."
The Voodoo Cult boasted numerous secret poison techniques, many of which were Luo Yue's own creations, allegedly with insights from Hong Qi himself. It's fair to say that Hong Qi and the Voodoo Cult shared a significant connection.
After the new sect master assumed leadership, he deliberately distanced the sect from any association with Hong Qi, forbidding his disciples from casually speaking of the late Medicine God.
Huang Zhenlong, mindful of the new sect master's directive, refrained from further comment and denied any connection.
As they conversed, Benin, seated next to Yu Yuan, her eyes a pool of clarity, betrayed a flicker of astonishment.
She had overheard Peach Madam and Yu Yuan's exchange and realized that Yu Yuan was the reincarnation of the Medicine God Sect's former Medicine God.
Why were these Yang cultivators, hailing from the same Boundless Land, utterly oblivious?
Benin considered enlightening them, but upon noticing the lecherous gaze of Gou Yungui and Yang Yi from the Ghoul Glyph Sect, she feigned ignorance.
In contrast, Yu Yuan, who appeared formidable, had maintained a clear and transparent gaze since their first encounter.
Thus, she opted to remain silent.
"Big Sister Zhan, this guy has spoiled the plans of the five major powers in Horror Land. It seems to me that he, Peach Madam, and that Lvliu character are cut from the same cloth," Gou Yungui slapped his forehead in realization. "That's right, I also heard that he's the reason the Sword Prison in Desolate Swamp was unlocked!"
"Kid, how did you manage to get here?" Yang Yi of the Ghoul Glyph Sect, riding a talisman that resembled a flying carpet, glided past Zhan Ruonan and Sun Jun. He halted a mere ten meters from Yu Yuan, sensing the chill emanating from the Ice Concubine.
The Ice Concubine, akin to a deity of frost, seemed to match their combat prowess. With five of them present, they were confident in their ability to overcome her.
As for Yu Yuan, they were unaware of Sun Jun's earnest caution to Zhan Ruonan and simply assumed he was at the Soul Wandering Stage.
"I inadvertently stumbled into a spatial rift and, in the blink of an eye, found myself in this strange land," Yu Yuan explained with a wry smile. "The trouble is, I have no idea how to find my way back."
At this revelation, Zhan Ruonan of the Red Devil Sect wore a look of bemusement.
Yu Yuan's behavior had taken a stark turn, seemingly emboldening Gou Yungui and Yang Yi to commit misdeeds.
I can't fathom his motives.
Zhan Ruonan murmured to herself and exchanged a knowing glance with Sun Jun. She intended to use Gou Yungui and Yang Yi to gauge Yu Yuan's capabilities.
With her superior strength and the highest level of cultivation, she was confident that she could rectify any situation that arose.
"Big Sister Zhan?"
Gou Yungui inquired tentatively.
Zhan Ruonan shrugged and responded, "Don't look at me; he's not one of our Red Devil Sect's disciples."
"That makes things easy!"
Yang Yi flashed a lazy smile, sparing himself further questions. He released three talismans from his sleeve, directing them at the Ice Concubine.
The talismans transformed into a Fire Qilin, a Flame Python, and a molten river of lava, each specifically designed to restrain the Ice Concubine.
"Since Mo Yan is so intent on obtaining the Evil Cauldron, I'll lend him a hand," Yang Yi declared, maneuvering the talismans at his feet to confront Yu Yuan head-on.
As the Ice Concubine prepared to strike, Yu Yuan transmitted a thought to her.
Puff! Puff! Puff!
The talismans struck the Ice Concubine, resembling a crystalline mountain range, unleashing three peculiar forces: gravity many times over the norm, energy imbalance, and internal combustion. Combined with the Fire Qilin, Flame Python, and lava river, the towering figure of the Ice Concubine shuddered and then condensed into a gleaming streak of light, retreating back into the Evil Cauldron.
The Ice Concubine seemed to have been instantly wounded, compelled to seek refuge within the cauldron.
Simultaneously, the talismans beneath Yang Yi's feet emitted beams of dark yellow light, bombarding Yu Yuan's chest and sending him reeling backward. He narrowly avoided being caught in the rupturing spatial fissures through frantic evasion.
Yang Yi remained cool and composed as he hovered in mid-air, effortlessly pulling the ethereal figure of the Void Spirit Succubus, a creature of stunning beauty, towards the talismans beneath him. After a brief glance at her, he turned to Gou Yungui with a grin, remarking, "This Void Spirit Succubus seems to fetch a high price."
Huang Zhenlong of the Voodoo Cult and Gou Yungui of the Filthy Spirit Sect weren't the least bit surprised to see him succeed with such ease. Yu Yuan, who had reached the Soul Wandering Stage and had once sustained a severe blow to his Evil Cauldron, still possessed formidable combat power. They were well-versed in Yang Yi's tactics, and the fact that Yu Yuan didn't die on the spot only increased their respect for him.
Elsewhere, Peach Madam emerged from the depths of the colorful clouds, deliberately elevating herself to get a better view of the intriguing events unfolding in Sky Rift Valley. "What's the point of Hong Qi toying with these few?" she wondered, puzzled by Yu Yuan's decision to toy with the five Yang God evil cultivators when he was clearly a formidable opponent. She was certain that Yang Yi of the Ghoul Glyph Sect wouldn't be able to handle the Ice Concubine with ease.
"Ghoul Glyph Sect, Yang Yi," Yu Yuan muttered as he steadied himself, forcing a pained expression and narrowing his eyes. He was curious to see how cultivators from the Boundless Land would react when encountering someone like him or Peach Madam in the Outland Star River. The five were exceedingly restrained and cautious with Peach Madam, avoiding any combat. Yet, when it came to him, whether it was Gou Yungui, Yang Yi, or an eager Huang Zhenlong, none held back their malice.
These individuals were unaware of the events at the Fallen Moon Forbidden Area. In their minds, he was no different from Peach Madam, just not aligned with the five major power factions. Peach Madam was powerful and well-known, so they remained passive observers. Did they see him as an easy target, possessing treasures that marked him for death?
"What an absurd notion," Yu Yuan said, smirking with self-deprecation.
"Aren't you afraid of dying?" Yang Yi ignored his monologue and instead focused on the composed Void Spirit Succubus girl. "Have you only recently left your kin? Are you not aware of the dangers you face when encountering a human Yang cultivator in the Outland Star River?" He assumed Benin was naïve and overly sheltered, oblivious to the world's perils.
"I do fear death," Benin replied, her eyes reflecting scorn. "I just find you all quite amusing."
"What's so funny?" Yang Yi asked, clearly irritated by her demeanor. With a flick of his wrist, he pressed a ghastly white talisman against her forehead.
The next moment, she was curled up, letting out a pitiful, sharp cry.
"Let's hear you laugh now," Yang Yi demanded, his face stern. "Can't manage a laugh? Then let's hear you cry." His tone was icy as he addressed her, "You dare mock me, a lowly creature from another race?"
Gou Yungui and Huang Zhenlong watched Benin's agonized wails with amusement. To them, warriors from the Outland Star River, regardless of age, gender, or rank, were no more than talking beasts, theirs to command or kill at will.
