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Chapter 632: Together to the Yellow Springs
Chapter 632: Together to the Yellow Springs
Amidst the cloud-like mist and verdant pines, two elders with immortal auras stood at the foot of the Jade Dragon Sect, their brows furrowed as they held a blood-stained invitation scroll. The seal on the scroll, a mark of the Immortal Court or a true master of the Tri-Immortal Sect, still shone brightly.
The trio before them consisted of a man in tattered white robes, his expression grim and teeth clenched, with a weak and chaotic aura. He pressed against his wound, and beside him stood a disheveled yet captivating young woman, gently supporting him. Tears streaked down her face as she bit her red lips, her unfocused eyes staring into the void as if she had just endured a great calamity.
"Do you mean that your sect has just suffered a disaster, and you've come here to seek temporary refuge and heal your wounds?" The petite elder raised an eyebrow, addressing the young Celestial Pride pair.
"Rest assured," Meng Xiwen's voice rasped as he wiped away the blood from his lips. "At most, we'll stay for three to five months. Once my junior and I recover, we'll leave. We won't forget the great kindness of the Jade Dragon Sect."
As he spoke, he coughed several times, causing the small objects on his body to tremble slightly. Whether it was his storage artifact or the jade pendant at his waist, all were rare treasures.
The two elders couldn't help but be drawn to these treasures.
After a moment of daze, they realized their mistake and forcefully averted their gazes, exchanging a glance.
A moment later, they subtly shook their heads.
The immortal seal on the invitation scroll was proof.
For such Celestial Pride individuals from prestigious sects, allowing them some time and receiving generous gifts in return was a reasonable proposition. If trouble were to arise, they could also use this connection to their advantage.
It sounded like a good deal.
However, there was an urgent matter within the sect, and it would be better to err on the side of caution if they couldn't verify the authenticity of the invitation.
Just as the elders were about to politely refuse, the man in white coughed up more blood, and the green-skirted girl snapped back to her senses, her eyes welling up with tears. "Senior Brother!"
She supported him firmly and then turned to the elders, hastily taking out a fragrant and exquisite wooden box from her storage bag. "This is a life-extending elixir, a humble gift we prepared for the Jade Dragon Ancestor. Please, accept this token of our gratitude and don't make things difficult for us. We will repay your kindness later!"
The scent of the elixir made the elders' throats tighten, and they hesitated again.
Meng Xiwen covered his mouth, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.
The young woman's practice on the way here had paid off; her emotions and tone were more genuine than before.
Indeed, the petite elder slowly exhaled. While the "humble gift" was from the sect leader, given the extravagance of these two, even a small glimpse would be enough for him and his companions to enjoy.
He was about to open the formation when he was stopped by a fellow sect member.
The other elder carefully examined the pair and then turned his attention to the silent third person.
The third person's face was dirty, and his black robe was filthy.
"Little brother."
At the elder's words, Meng Xiwen and Ye Jing's hearts skipped a beat.
They knew that Shen Yi had kept his eyes closed and pretended to be asleep during the entire journey, not uttering a single word to them.
"This is my bodyguard apprentice. He had an accident during cultivation and can't speak," Meng Xiwen explained in a raspy voice as he struggled to stand.
"..."
The petite elder's face changed slightly, having just been tempted by the treasure.
The other elder's eyes also turned somber, and without responding, he stepped closer to get a better look at the third person.
What's the harm in not being able to speak?
Eyes don't lie.
With this thought, he carefully observed the youth's dark eyes, searching for any hint of panic or abnormality.
Meng Xiwen slowly clenched his fist, realizing that the Jade Dragon Sect had become more vigilant recently, confirming his initial suspicions.
He would have to find another way to infiltrate the sect.
Ye Jing's fair fingers slowly rested on the hilt of her sword.
However, the elders didn't expose their deception.
The elders' shoulders trembled slightly, and they fell silent.
The elders couldn't detect any panic or abnormality in the youth's eyes. Instead, as they drew closer, a trace of disdain flashed across the youth's dirty face, revealing his innate disdain.
In his deep eyes, despite the youth's efforts to hide it, there was a hint of contempt, aloofness, and the aura of one who had long held high positions and controlled the lives of countless beings.
Even though he was gravely injured and fleeing for his life, this person, deep down, still looked down upon these ordinary cultivators.
Such an aura couldn't be feigned.
What a useless apprentice!
The elder had been wondering why these two, despite their limited experience, didn't seem to understand the allure of wealth. If they were fleeing a disaster, why didn't they have the sense to hide their treasures?
At this moment, everything made sense.
The so-called two prodigies were merely a decoy, and the one truly seeking refuge was likely the horse-tending attendant before them.
"You've endured much, young one. Please follow us into the sect."
The outer sect elder, with a smile, continued from his previous words, then stepped back and said, "However, let me be clear. I will report this to the sect, and see if we can provide you with a secluded place to recover. But if it involves disputes with other sects, our Jade Dragon Sect will not get involved."
"That's reasonable... Thank you!" A fleeting look of surprise flashed through Meng Xiwen's eyes, but he quickly returned to his usual self.
"No need for politeness. We are all fellow cultivators."
For some reason, although the two elders were clearly addressing Meng Xiwen, he inexplicably felt that their respect was directed towards someone behind him.
Hey! Who's the prodigy and who's the attendant here?!
Ye Jing retracted her hand, wiping away her tears. From her angle, she could clearly see what had just happened.
Suddenly, she felt that the exaggerated expressions and words of the monster slayer official seemed rather crude compared to this new colleague, who seemed to accomplish things with a mere glance.
Impressive!
...
The Jade Dragon Sect had arranged a separate courtyard for them.
The outer sect elder held a jade slip, reporting the news, and after receiving a response, he turned around and politely said, "Our sect agrees to this matter. Soon, we will arrange for an attendant to set up the healing array for you. Please feel at ease and stay here. If you need anything, feel free to ask."
After speaking, the elder added with some embarrassment, "Of course, if you have mostly recovered, could you spare some time to guide our sect's prodigies?"
Compared to those treasures, these core disciples themselves were the most precious.
Nowadays, the transmission of cultivation methods originated from the Tri-Immortal Sect.
But when it comes to receiving teachings from immortals, it's not only about fate but also connections. The seating arrangements below the platform were often predetermined, with countless struggles hidden behind them.
The Jade Dragon Ancestor once had the opportunity to receive teachings from Qingmei True Person and obtained the true immortal realm's spell. He also established a connection with this Taiyi Immortal. However, to progress further, he needed to make significant contributions.
Under such circumstances, a core disciple seeking refuge, and possibly a direct disciple, was invaluable.
The spells he possessed might be treasures that other sects couldn't obtain no matter how hard they tried.
"Thank you, elders."
Meng Xiwen thanked them with a bow and watched as they left the courtyard. He then closed the door.
Even a Dao Fusion Realm cultivator could merge with the Dao and become the master of this world, let alone a True Immortal.
But with a slight movement of his fingers, he effortlessly blocked the world's gaze, creating an illusion of the three of them resting with their eyes closed.
"..."
Shen Yi glanced sideways, impressed by this unfamiliar technique.
It seemed that the Demon Slayer Bureau wasn't as eccentric as he had imagined.
Meng Xiwen retracted his hand and quickly walked back, leaning over to stare intently at Shen Yi. After a long while, he patted his shoulder firmly, "Wow! We've struck gold!"
No wonder he could receive such praise from Zhi Kong Wanderer at his cultivation level.
Not to mention, this ability to adapt and respond was not something ordinary sect disciples could possess.
With some guidance, he would undoubtedly become a talent.
Upon hearing this, Shen Yi shifted his gaze away.
To be honest, compared to the life-threatening situation he once faced when infiltrating the Thousand Demon Cave and moving among numerous Demon Emperors, where a single mistake could cost his life, today's events seemed like child's play, hardly sparking any interest.
"What's next?"
"Next?"
Meng Xiwen paused, and through the house, his gaze shifted to the distance.
In the mountains, numerous figures, under the pretense of the healing array, had set up dense array plates, enveloping the entire courtyard tightly.
He smiled, "Next, we'll wait here until I finish my task."
The next moment, a figure identical to Meng Xiwen's emerged from his body and sat cross-legged on the bed. Meng Xiwen himself walked out of the house casually, transforming into over a hundred clones, entering the inner sect of the Jade Dragon Sect right before everyone's eyes.
Despite the intrusion of so many figures, the Jade Dragon Sect disciples, the array they had just set up, and even the entire world seemed completely unaware.
Once inside the sanctuary, it was as if no one was there.
Shen Yi's gaze fell on the figure on the bed, and even with his sharp eyes, he couldn't tell that it was just a corporeal form.
He closed his eyes, quickly dismissing the trace of disdain in his heart.
Regardless of other aspects, when it came to genuine immortal techniques, he was still too eagerly, and he needed to learn more.
Ye Jing seemed accustomed to this, sitting quietly on the other side of the bed.
If there was a task for her, Meng Xiwen would naturally instruct her, and during other times, she practiced in front of a brass mirror.
As usual, she took out the brass mirror, contemplating for a moment, then gently put it down, and began to curiously observe her new colleague.
Ye Jing always felt that compared to Team Leader Meng's teachings, this colleague might have more to offer in terms of learning.
Three days passed as she observed.
Occasionally, some of the Jade Dragon Sect's elders would visit to check on them, and after seeing that the three were fine, they would leave behind some healing pills.
The efficiency of the Demon Slayer Bureau exceeded Shen Yi's expectations.
The white-robed figure in the bed slowly opened her eyes and yawned, "I've almost figured it out. We'll close the case tonight, pack up, and return to Juyang Prefecture. I'll treat you two to a drink."
"What's going on?" Ye Jing finally averted her gaze from Shen Yi.
Meng Xiwen remained silent and casually pointed.
A light screen appeared, showing the midnight hour. Behind the clouds, Immortal Officials were bustling, and as one of them closed a celestial register, a heavy rain fell precisely over the entire Juyang Prefecture.
In the Juyang Prefecture, amidst the insignificant Jade Dragon Ridge, just as the raindrops were about to fall, an invisible large net caught them.
This object was clearly extraordinary, and even the Immortal Officials hadn't noticed anything amiss.
Then, as the night veil lifted, the sun rose high in the sky.
Countless disciples emerged from the Jade Dragon Sect, one after another, wandering the mortal realm. They set up porridge stalls, and with a ladle of warm porridge, they moistened the parched lips of countless commoners.
Their faces were diverse, but the only similarity was the deity statue placed in each porridge stall.
The female statue stood with a distant gaze, holding a branch of plum blossoms.
The commoners gulped down the thick porridge, and then, feeling grateful, they would walk up to the statue and bow reverently.
"It seems that this person's cultivation has encountered some bottleneck, and they need the Imperial Aura's blessing. They were a bit impatient, and Jade Dragon Ridge is just one of the places they targeted."
Meng Xiwen seemed nonchalant, and his tone was extremely calm, "Just take their broken net."
The Immortal Net was clearly not a mortal object; it was a gift from the Immortals. Without it, the Jade Dragon Sect wouldn't dare to have other thoughts.
After saying this, he closed his eyes again.
Ye Jing remained silent for a moment and then spoke softly, "Team Leader Meng is angry."
"Why?" Shen Yi slowly raised his head.
"He hates this kind of trickery on the common folk. But since this incident hasn't caused too much trouble and won't really make that Immortal Official accountable, they can only confiscate their Immortal Treasure. He's probably feeling a bit frustrated."
Ye Jing took out half a piece of flower cake and took a small bite.
They didn't intend to make a big fuss; they just provided a ladle of porridge in time, not letting things get out of hand with starved corpses everywhere. But to make the mortals more grateful, this porridge was given to them at the peak of their hunger.
As for the unexplained hunger and thirst, it was considered a contribution to the Immortal Official's cultivation path. After all, not many people died.
"I see."
Shen Yi nodded slightly, but his gaze shifted towards the inner gate of the Jade Dragon Sect.
Perhaps he didn't fully understand the outside world.
But for a treasure that could hide from Immortal Officials, wouldn't it need someone to guard it? This net might not be that easy to capture.
At the same time, inside the Jade Dragon Sect's Ancestral Hall.
A slender young man sat cross-legged, his eyes glowing a pure white. He looked down indifferently, and as his spiritual power surged, an empty space suddenly appeared with a white-robed man casually walking around, obviously investigating something.
"They want your techniques, and you want their lives."
A detached voice echoed in the hall.
The Jade Dragon Ancestor beside him showed a slight change in expression and quickly bowed, "I only follow the teachings of Qingmei Patriarch. As for those eccentric cultivators, it's better not to learn from them."
As the Jade Dragon Sect's master, he appeared so humble before this young man.
This was because the young man was a disciple of Qingmei True Person, a genuine disciple of the Three-Immortal Sect, unlike himself, who was just a loose cultivator only qualified to listen from the sidelines.
"Heh."
The young man chuckled, and his pupils gradually returned to normal, "No need to use such words to please my master. You loose cultivators face a difficult path to immortality. My master understands, so take what you need."
As he spoke, he gently stroked the head of the black bear beside him, "This mortal realm is too arrogant."
They even dared to interfere with the affairs of the Taiyi Immortal, disregarding the Three-Immortal Sect.
"Someone is coveting my master's Immortal Treasure. I need to go out for a while. You stay here and wait for me."
Before he finished speaking, he had already disappeared within the hall.
The Jade Dragon Ancestor slowly breathed a sigh of relief, and then greed filled his eyes. 'Take what you need'... this was following the Immortal Decree, so he couldn't blame himself.
Regardless of whether these people were genuine disciples of a major sect or meddling cultivators, the treasures they carried were undoubtedly genuine.
Thinking of this, he smiled at the black bear, "Brother Bear, would you like to join me and share in the spoils?"
Even if these people had some background, as long as the black bear got a share, it would be considered following Qingmei True Person's will. What Immortal Sect could be greater than a Taiyi Immortal?
As the master left, the black bear's obedient expression gradually faded. It stood up and laughed, "Let's go together."
Two figures, one tall and one short, took advantage of the night veil and slowly made their way towards the small courtyard.
(End of Chapter)
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