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Chapter 69: Gathering of Parties, A Sign of Misfortune
Chapter 69: Gathering of Parties, A Sign of Misfortune
"This is indeed a troublesome matter."
"Therefore, we, master and disciple, must be extra careful and cautious. It would be best to avoid prying eyes and obtain the Unextinguishable Swallowing Flame discreetly. If we can accomplish this, there's no need to worry."
"But if we can't..."
Liang Danxia paused for a moment, "I'm afraid we'll have to sacrifice your reputation. You'll have to defect from the sect, and then your master will publicly announce a bounty for your capture."
"In this way, we should be able to ensure the safety of the Moonseizing Sect. However, you'll have to live a life of constant upheaval, always on the edge of danger."
"Disciple is not afraid!"
Xiao Ling'er took a deep breath, "Even if I have to live a life of upheaval, I've experienced it before when I was in the first realm. Now that I'm in the third realm, if we can obtain it, and with three types of unusual flames in hand, it won't be easy for them to kill me."
"Moreover, the world is vast. If I can escape the Southwest Domain, they won't be able to do anything to me!"
"Let's do it!"
Xiao Ling'er made her decision.
However...
She looked at Lin Fan and Su Xinghai's backs, then glanced at Fan Jianqiang, who seemed like a startled bird beside her, and couldn't help but smile bitterly.
For the first time in her life, she felt a sense of home, and she really didn't want to lose it like this.
"Don't be too pessimistic. Things may not turn out this way; this is just the worst-case scenario."
"Hmm."
"..."
Seeing Xiao Ling'er looking at him, Fan Jianqiang grinned, "What are you looking at, Senior Sister? I'm a cowardly disciple, and you're making me nervous with that look."
Xiao Ling'er: "..."
She was at a loss for words.
Others might not be able to confirm, but with Liang Danxia's assistance, she was certain that this guy was not ordinary! It was highly likely that he was extraordinary.
Yet, he chose to put on this act in front of others, truly...
"If there comes a day when I'm no longer around, remember to take good care of Master and find a way to make our Moonseizing Sect flourish. I'm counting on you."
Fan Jianqiang was astonished, "Senior Sister, what are you saying?"
Seeing his reaction, Xiao Ling'er held back the words that had reached her lips.
Lin Fan, who seemed to have overheard their conversation, turned back and smiled, "Ling'er, you don't need to worry. Just do as you please. Opportunities are meant for those who are destined to have them."
"Master."
Xiao Ling'er's voice was almost choked with emotion.
Liang Danxia was filled with surprise and doubt, "Could he have guessed something?!"
"And his attitude...!"
"A master like this is truly rare in the world."
"Ling'er, you must not let him down."
"..."
Liu Xun also joined the conversation, "Yes, just do as you please. With someone from the Liu Family here, I don't think any reckless juniors would dare to cause you trouble."
In his opinion, they were just second and third realm juniors. What kind of commotion could they possibly create by doing as they pleased?
Could they turn the world upside down? Nonsense!
No matter how they 'behave,' the Liu Family would back them up.
Compared to that, it was more worthwhile to increase his favorability with the two of them.
Lin Fan smiled, "Shouldn't we thank Young Master Liu?"
Fan Jianqiang quickly expressed his gratitude.
Xiao Ling'er also thanked him, but her expression was somewhat unnatural.
...
Half a shichen later, they arrived at White Emperor City.
White Emperor City had a population of about eighty million, and both its scale and overall strength were weaker than Hongwu Immortal City. It was established tens of thousands of years ago by a powerful cultivator known as the White Emperor and had been passed down ever since.
Lin Fan and his group were just passing through and didn't stay for long.
Additionally, although the Liu Family wasn't the local overlord, the accompanying members were very powerful, so no reckless individuals dared to approach and seek death.
After leaving the city, they continued northward until they reached the edge of the Southwest Domain.
At the end of their sight, a light curtain soared into the sky, and an astonishing aura filled the air until the horizon.
"Is that the tomb of the Fire Swallower Daoist?"
Everyone gazed from afar, feeling surprised.
"Impressive."
Liu Xun exclaimed in awe.
"After so many years, this array formation is still capable of blocking even an eighth-stage cultivator."
"It must be so."
An elder of the Liu Family whispered, "If not, it would have been broken long ago."
"After all, the array master who set it up was no ordinary person."
"Let's chat as we walk."
The group moved forward once more, and along the way, Liu Xun began introducing the powerful figures they should be cautious of on this journey.
"Many have come, and among them are numerous powerful cultivators and Heaven's Pride!" He continued, "For example, the Third Divine Son of the Feather Clan, Yu Mo, and his Protector of the Dao, who have crossed paths with Xiao Ling'er and Fan Jianqiang."
"Huo Yun'er and his Protector of the Dao are also here."
"Almost all the second-rank sects in the Southwest Domain have arrived."
"However, most of them are irrelevant to you, so there's no need to pay special attention. Just avoid provoking them."
"But there's one sect you should be cautious of—Cloud Heaven Valley!"
"Cloud Heaven Valley?"
Lin Fan furrowed his brows slightly. "Is this second-rank sect quite formidable?"
"It's just average among the second-rank sects, but your Moonseizing Sect has a grudge with them!"
"?"
Lin Fan was perplexed.
When did this grudge form? I didn't even know about it?
"That rainy night, the Third Tier Mystic Realm cultivator who was slain by Elder Su with a single sword was the younger brother of Yun Ruofu, the Valley Lord of Cloud Heaven Valley."
Lin Fan: "..."
Su Xinghai: "What?"
The two exchanged glances, both looking a little dazed.
What a surprise! There's more to this?
"This Yun Ruofu is ruthless and extremely protective of his family. It's said he had eight younger brothers, but in the end, only one remained. Unfortunately, even this last brother met his end at the hands of the Moonseizing Sect."
"Although his death was brought upon himself, Yun Ruofu doesn't care about such things."
"The reason he hasn't taken action against your Moonseizing Sect yet is probably because he's in seclusion, or perhaps it's due to the deterrence of our Liu Family."
"But on this journey... they will undoubtedly target you. So, it's best to stay within our Liu Family's line of sight and avoid any direct confrontation with Cloud Heaven Valley."
"I see!"
Lin Fan slightly furrowed his brows, quietly jotting down notes about Cloud Heaven Valley and Yun Ruofu.
A grudge?
And it's just a second-rank sect?
I'll find a way to deal with them!
"Don't worry too much."
"Yun Ruofu probably won't come personally, and our Liu Family isn't afraid of him."
Liu Xun smiled.
"Besides, it's rumored that a powerful cultivator from a first-rank sect has also come to join the fun. That person is someone we must never offend."
"Oh?"
There's someone from a first-rank sect? Lin Fan was surprised.
"They're just here to join the fun. After all, it's just the tomb of a Seventh Stage cultivator, not worth the attention of a first-rank sect. There's no need for them to lower themselves and compete with us."
"..."
...
Soon after, they arrived at the site.
A group of people were bustling about, working on breaking the array.
The surrounding area was already bustling with people from various factions.
Countless flags of different designs were planted, representing the powerful cultivators and Heaven's Pride from the major forces, each vying for their chance.
The Liu Family had already sent people to secure their spot, so there was no need to compete with others.
During this process, Lin Fan focused on observing the powerful cultivators from the major factions, using a process of elimination.
"This one... with eyes higher than the top of his head, is definitely a villainous character, a typical antagonist template."
"Is this the Third Divine Son of the Feather Clan? He's too arrogant; he's definitely not a protagonist template."
"Someone from Cloud Heaven Valley keeps glancing over here. Have you noticed?"
"An elder from the Spirit Sword Sect is from the Eight Swords Sect?!"
"I heard that a disciple from the Eight Swords Sect joined the Spirit Sword Sect. Could they be here to cause trouble for us too?"
"..."
Lin Fan's attention was drawn to those with renowned reputations, the so-called 'Heaven's Pride'. If they seemed to fit the protagonist template, he would be more cautious. Otherwise, he wouldn't pay them much mind.
Boom! Just as Lin Fan was deep in thought, a muffled sound reverberated through the heavens and earth, like a thunderclap.
(End of Chapter)
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