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Chapter 716: Preparing an Ambush

Han Li smiled and confidently said, No matter. Let us first see how it goes. If it doesnt succeed, we can make our escape. With me around, Ill be able to bring you out regardless of the restrictions on your body.

After studying at Han Li for a while, she seemed to understand that there was no changing his mind. She bit her lips and said, This… Fine! Although I dont know how vast your abilities are, you should be somewhat skilled given your confidence. But there is no need for you to take the initiative to go find her. My senior martial sisters residence is layered with restrictions, so Ill draw her here instead. Afterwards, well be able to draw assistance from the restrictions to capture her while her guard is down.

After a brief moment of thought, Han Li smiled and said, That is method is truly more reliable. However, can you still use the restrictions on your cave residence? When I arrived, it appeared that the restrictions were shattered.

Nangong Wan quickly replied, No worries. Although a few of the surface restrictions have been shattered by my senior martial sister, there is still one very formidable hidden restriction that she has yet to discover. It can still be used.

Han Li rubbed his chin and said, Good! Since we can use that, I also have several spell formation tool sets. Although they arent powerful, after they are placed, they will be able to provide a certain level of impedance.

Having heard Han Li, Nangong Wan became more confident. You have formation flags? All the better. We cannot delay. I will need half a day to remove the restrictions on my body and restore my magic power. You should start placing down the spell formations during that time.

After a moment of thought, Han Li puzzlingly asked, If we manage to restrain your senior martial sister, cant you take control of the Masked Moon Sect? That way, we wouldnt have to flee. freewbne.com

After a moment of surprise, Nangong Wan shook her head, That wont be possible! Apart from our senior martial sister, there is one other Nascent Soul cultivator. Although my relationship with him is good, he certainly wont allow me to take the title of Grand Elder illegitimately. I also have no desire for a power struggle. I only want a peaceful place where I can quietly cultivate.

Han Li shook his head and coldly smiled, If thats the case, then leave it be! If this succeeds smoothly, you can follow me back to the Drifting Cloud Sect. Even if the Nine Nations Union were stronger and Wei Wuya heavily doted on Wei Lichen, he wouldnt dare to rashly offend the Heavenly Dao Alliance along with two Nascent Soul cultivators during an invasion of spell warriors.

Soon after, he slapped the storage pouch at his waist and flipped his hand, summoning a pile of formation flags and formation plates.

When Nangong Wan saw this, she faintly smiled and sat back down. With her eyes closed, she formed an odd incantation seal with her hands. A short moment later, her snow-white clothes began to emit a scarlet-red flame. It reached a meter tall and enveloped Nangong Wan.

Han Li then set into motion. His body blurred and circled around the hall, placing down formation flags and plates all over the hall. Radiance of various colors briefly shone before sinking deep into the hall and disappearing from sight.

Arranging the formations took little time, but in order for the spell formations to display as much power as possible, Han Li had the spell formations cover only the area of the hall. Additionally, he also placed the spell formations so that they would remain hidden unless they were meticulously searched for.

These formation flags and plates were all something Han Li had refined during his time as a Core Formation-stage cultivator. They lacked even the power to deal with Core Formation cultivators, let alone Nascent Soul cultivators. Han Li didnt have much hope for them. After placing down all the spell formations, he muttered to himself and suddenly sweeped his sleeve. A streak of white light shot out from his buff and flew a circle around Han Li before dropping down in front Han Li, revealing itself to be small white fox.

Silvermoon beamed and said, Master, are you not scared that youll make Mistress Nangong jealous by summoning me?

Han Li raised his brows and glared at the small fox, Humph! Whod get jealous over an artifact spirit like you? I will be facing a mid Nascent Soul stage cultivator soon, and I cannot allow her to flee. Although I have some restrictions assisting me, I will also need you to help. A mid Nascent Soul cultivator is incomparable to an early Nascent Soul cultivator. It will be difficult to overcome her even while using all my power.

Silvermoon swiftly replied, Master, how do you plan on having this servant assist you?

Han Li took something out from his storage pouch and handed it over to Silvermoon, Its simple. Use this treasure during a suitable moment. You cannot allow her to escape.

Silvermoon clasped the item with her claw and incredulously said, Youre letting me use this?

Han Li calmly said, Right! If youre controlling this item, you should be able to display even more of its might than I can. And I would consume magic power by using this item, so itd be better to let you use it. Of course, you will only be able to use this for a short time. After all, artifact spirits arent able to control other treasures for a long period of time.

Silvermoon lowered her head and dejectedly said, Silvermoon understands. At the same time, she rubbed the object several times as if she were fond of it. When Han Li saw this, he felt his heart stir.

After Silvermoon grasped this item, her entire body flickered with silver light and she disappeared into the ground.

Afterwards, Han Li walked several circles around the hall, and suddenly raised his head to look at the ceiling with sudden inspiration. After muttering to himself for a moment, he tossed his spirit beast pouch into the air and summoned a large swarm of black-tainted Gold Devouring Beetles. They revolved above him as a three-meter-wide cloud.

Han Li took a deep breath and blew an azure mist onto the cloud. With his two hands in an incantation seal, he softly uttered an incantation, and the insect cloud buzzed for a moment before transforming into specks of starlight. The specks of light then floated up to the ceiling and disappeared with flickers of azure light, completely masking their aura.

Han Li narrowed his eyes and stared at the ceiling for a moment more. Having sensed nothing obvious, he nodded his head in satisfaction.

Having laid this all down, Han Li turned his gaze to Nangong Wan. At that moment, the flames on her body wandered and shifted until they took the shape of a round red disk that strangely pulsed with light.

The changes in the flame also influenced the spiritual Qi in the hall, causing it to grow restless.

Han Li frowned at the sight. After some thought, he struck a nearby stone pillar with a spell seal and caused a layer of azure barrier to suddenly appear with Nangong Wan at its center. Soon, the spiritual Qi around the hall returned to normal.

When Han Li saw this, he smiled and extended his arm, summoning a straw chair into his grasp. He then casually took a seat across from Nangong Wan and silently stared at her.

With such a good opportunity to glance at her captivating face, he naturally wanted to take a good look at the woman he yearned for many years.

Not long after, Han Li became entranced and his expression grew lax. But soon, Han Lis figure abruptly disappeared without warning.

The woman who had been spying from outside the hall was alarmed by this. Cursing inwardly, she immediately attempted to flee. But she was too slow as she heard Han Lis calm voice from behind her, Why are you spying on us? Are you not scared your martial ancestor will rebuke you?

Not daring to turn her head, she stuttered, I I wasnt spying. It was just that Martial Ancestor hasnt emerged after such a long time, so I grew worried. This was the yellow-robed woman who had led Han Li into the hall.

At that moment, she already sensed a huge pressure appear behind her, compelling her to give her apprehensive explanation.

With his hands behind his back, he stared at the young woman emotionlessly said, Oh, really? Since you only wished to take a look, why is it that youve hid yourself so thoroughly? You even used a such a rare high-grade talisman as a Concealing Spirit Talisman. How did a meager Foundation Establishment cultivator like you get your hands on that?

I…

In the young womans alarm, Han Li coldly said, There is no need for any further explanation. You will obediently follow me back. Once your martial ancestor finishes, she will decide how to deal with you.

Once the yellow-robed woman heard this, she grew fearful and instantly squeezed the talisman in her other hand. Her body flashed with yellow light and she shot down the corridor in an attempt to escape.

Han Li coldly stared at her but made no move to pursue her. Once she traveled about thirty meters, a nearby wall suddenly spat a cloud of pink mist which enveloped her.

The light surrounding the young womans body scattered, and her body swayed several times before falling to the ground.

In a flicker of yellow light, Silvermoon emerged from the wall and gracefully shook her tail several times before walking up to the young woman with a smile.

There isnt much to be said after we parted. I returned to the Masked Moon Sect. Once my sect gained footing in the State of Beiliang, I snuck into the State of Yue to find you. However, the information I acquired was rather terrible. I only knew that you had been hunted down by the Ghost Spirit Sect. The concrete details of the matter were unknown. Not long after, I was discovered by the Devil Dao and was forced to return to the Nine Nations Alliance.

Afterwards, I never acquired information on you. I believed you dead and my inner demons with regards to you had gradually disappeared. Along the way, I managed to condense a Nascent Soul and smoothly became an elder of the Masked Moon Sect. And here we are now. Nangong Wan spoke with a calm tone.

Han Lis expression changed several times as he listened to Nangong Wans unhurried explanation. In the past, she had done many things he was completely ignorant of, causing him to look upon her with even greater warmth.

A moment later, Han Li couldnt help but ask, Whats this about Wei Lichen?

Nangong Wan coldly smiled. Wei Lichen! I unintentionally encountered him as he was travelling several years prior. I am not fond of him. He appears to be elegant and noble, but he is a thieving hypocrite and a philanderer.

I heard that he secretly performs Yin Drawing Techniques on each of his eight female disciples. He most likely harbors ill intentions towards marrying me. That was why I refused his first request to marry me.

Refuse? What changed? Han Li curiously asked.

Nangong Wan didnt directly answer and suddenly asked, Do you know of the three great Nascent Soul cultivators in the Heavenly South?

Han Lis expression turned grim and faintly felt that something was amiss. Naturally. There is a late Nascent Soul cultivator in the Righteous Dao, the Devilish Dao, and the Nine Nations Alliance, each only a step away from entering Deity Transformation stage. This is how each of the three superpowers remain on equal footing. As for our Heavenly Dao Alliance, we have two mid Nascent Soul-stage Dao Companions that are proficient in cooperative techniques. Together, they are capable of restraining a late Nascent soul cultivator, albeit with difficulty. What? Does Wei Lichen have anything to do with one of them?

Exactly. Wei Lichens great uncle is Wei Wuya, one of the three great cultivators. As the highest ranking elder of the Nine Nations Alliance, this Wei Wuya cultivates a rarely seen venomous cultivation art. With a sweep of his hand, he is able to take another life without any contact. His immense abilities are beyond imagination. Nangong Wan folded her fingers together and bitterly smiled.

Han Li scowled and a malicious light surfaced in his eyes. Could it be that this Wei Wuya personally made things difficult for you?

Nangong Wan wore an indignant expression. No, but Wei Wuya is personally involved. You may not know this, but our sects previous great elder passed away and was replaced with an old senior martial sister. Although her cultivation isnt weak, she is of shrewd mind and is normally at odds with me. Although we get along with our other elder, the relationship between us is awful!

Han Lis expression grew sullen as Nangong Wan moved on to the heart of the matter.

After Nangong Wan gritted her teeth, she said, After refusing Wei Lichens marriage request several times, Wei Lichen personally caused Wei Wuya to pay a visit to this senior martial sister of mine.

Although I didnt know what the two spoke about, half a year later during an incarnation period of my Female Essence Incarnation Technique, she suddenly restrained and forced me into wedding Wei Lichen.

After a moment of shock, Han Li incredulously said, Is your senior martial sister not sick in the head? Using such a method to deal with a Nascent Soul cultivator of the same sect?

Nangong Wan smirked and mockingly said, Isnt that the truth? I hadnt expected her to be crazed to this degree. However, it seems Wei Wuyas conditions were truly difficult to refuse. I later found out that so long as the Masked Moon Sect agreed to this marriage, not only would the Six Sects expand out of the State of Beiliang, but Wei LIchen would be willing to leave the Flowing Mind Sect after marrying me and join the Masked Moon Sect. For these two benefits at the price of one, she acted without any hesitation. Regardless of my intentions, she released information that I was to be wed with Wei Lichen and prepared to hold a celebration, wishing to forcefully conclude the matter before it can be changed. If I wished to later back out, I would have no method of doing so.

Han Li delightedly said, So it turned out you hadnt agreed to this matter. These words of you deliberately wishing to marry came as a shock to me!

Nangong Wan looked at Han Li and unhappily said, I still have something I wish to ask you! Even after condensing a Nascent Soul for so many years, why is it that you didnt seek me out sooner? If you came a year earlier, this troublesome matter couldve been avoided.

It isnt that I didnt wish to see you, but rather… Han Li attempted to give an explanation, but after a moment, he found this truly strange as well.

Although Han Li faintly felt that Nangong Wan shouldve been someone that he truly cherished, for some unknown reason, he never thought to touch upon this feeling. If it werent for news of Nangong Wan suddenly marrying, he feared that he still wouldve hesitated on this matter rather than directly confront these feelings. freewebnvel.cm

As Han Lis expression remained calm, Nangong Wan gracefully stood up and took several steps toward Han Li. She directly looked into his eyes and said, In fruth, my own circumstances are about the same as yours. Although our own experiences and abilities are far beyond that of mortals, we are fearful and unfamiliar towards our first venture of our emotions. Even if we have a deep impression of each other, we arent a mortal pair after all. We cannot release all of our passion in an instant and have our emotions blaze like a star. For an optimal attitude for cultivation, cultivators have no option but to weaken our emotions and bury a majority of them. What is left behind is only an ordinary and flat relationship that is enduring. But when I heard that you were still alive, I felt more than happy and spent two days in careful consideration before eventually deciding to accept you in accordance to my feelings.

After she said this with a soft tone, Nangong Wan extended her slender hand and grabbed Han Lis palm.

After a moment of silence, Han Li placed his other hand on top. The soft sensation of her hand caused him to feel a trace of comfort.

Nangong Wan blushed and she quickly pulled her hand away, bashfully glaring at Han Li in the process. Han Li didnt mind this and simply smiled. Waner, although you are trapped here, from how calm you are, you should already have a plan for escape. Why else would you appear so worry free?

When Nangong Wan heard this, she smiled and sly intent was betrayed from her eyes. Youre a quick thinker! Yes, although I am under house arrest, only a sparse few in the upper echelons are aware of this matter. Ordinary disciples are completely ignorant. Else, I wouldnt have been able to directly receive a sound transmission talisman from Martial Nephew Tang. However, many restrictions have been placed on my body in fear that I would flee.

The other restrictions are of no matter to me as they were placed without knowledge of what amazing abilities I was capable of once I entered Nascent Soul stage. These common restrictions can be removed at any time, restoring my original cultivation. But there is one restriction that isnt easily dissolved: the Heart Restraint Technique was personally placed on my body by that senior martial sister. This technique was something that she prepared from a record. If I were unwilling to agree to the marriage, shed be able to use this technique to temporarily control me. She even used her own blood essence to place down the restriction, creating a restriction talisman that serves as the crucial point of the restriction. Through the use of this restriction medallion, I will not be able to escape her control within fifty kilometers of her, unless it is destroyed. Fortunately, there isnt too great a gap between our cultivation and she is only able to control me to perform a few simple movements. She will have no control over my bodys magic power.

Han Li curiously asked, Then your plan was to…

Nangong Wan softly smiled and chuckled. She said with a worryless tone, I originally thought to restore my magic power when security was the lightest, several days before the ceremony was about to take place. Afterwards, I would immediately flee far away. So long as I am outside of the restriction talismans range, she cannot control me. But since youre here now, Ill leave this matter to you. After all, you are the man that wishes to marry me. From what Ive heard, you were able to easily defeat a cultivator of a similar grade. You should be quite skilled.

Han Li frowned and muttered, Heart Restraint Technique? That restriction is truly troublesome. Are there other methods of dissolving it apart from destroying the medallion?

Nangong Wans bright eyes flickered and she carelessly said, Even if there isnt, leave it be. Well be far away from the Masked Moon Sect anyhow.

Han Lis eyes narrowed and a cold glint flickered from his eyes. He imposingly said, Its fine! Isnt it just a restriction talisman? It should be in your Senior Martial Sisters grasp. I can simply go and fetch it. Ill be able to vent some anger on your behalf as well!

Nangong Wan shook her head and pursed her lips in a smile, revealing a trace of mischievousness. I was merely saying it to test your intentions. I truly had no intention of having you go and seize the restriction talisman. My senior martial sister is a mid Nascent Soul cultivator and possesses abilities beyond that of early Nascent Soul cultivators like us. Let us sneak away stealthily. At worst, Ill just spend another ten years whittling away at the formation.

Han Li grew silent. The time for him to be united with this otherworldly woman was soon to come!

When the white-clothed woman saw Han Li enter, she stroked the silver sword before returning it to the wooden box. She then raised her head and gently gazed at Han Li. The face that Han Li yearned for in countless dreams had appeared before him.

A slightly pointed chin, a delicate nose, and bright, enchanting eyes. These traces of familiarity caused Han Li to feel a trace of excitement along with a sliver of warmth in his heart that had remained dormant since he had last spent time with her. It felt like it had been ages ago.

Any thoughts or words had already been released from his mind at that moment. Only an overwhelming passion remained.

When Nangong Wan saw that Han Li was so imprudently staring at her, she was stunned for a moment. With a pensive expression appearing on her face, she unconsciously frowned.

Nangong Wan raised her head and turned to the yellow-clothed woman that had guided Han Li. She calmly said, Yuer, go down first. I will be speaking with him alone.

After a moment of brief surprise, she immediately lowered her head and said, Yes, Martial Ancestor! She then quietly left the hall and disappeared from sight.

Han Li calmly waited for the yellow-clothed woman to disappear before glancing around with his spiritual sense. Seeing that there was no one else present, he stared at Nangong Wan and formed a hand incantation. With a series of explosive crackles coming from his body, his body suddenly grew a few inches, and a flicker of azure light revealed his true face.

So it really is you, Han Li! A complicated expression appeared on Nangong Wans face, but there was no trace of surprise, only a faint sigh.

Not knowing how to address her, he stuttered before clumsily saying, You… you knew I was coming! After he said this, Han Li felt a tinge of regret and couldnt help but feel annoyed with himself.

You? Call me Waner. Han Lis clumsy reaction had caused Nangong Wan to unfurrow her brow. She softly smiled, displaying her bright eyes and mesmerizing beauty.

Waner! Han Li felt overjoyed and couldnt help but softly shout her name. He had finally released the apprehension that was lingering in his heart.

She truly harbored some feelings for him. She wouldnt have shown him such an appearance otherwise. For a moment, Han Li stared at her with fascination.

Nangong Wan blushed and turned her head, insipidly saying, Whats nice about looking at me? Could it be Im more beautiful than your new concubine? freebovel.com

When Han Li heard her unhappy words, he couldnt help but be alarmed. Concubine? So you knew of that as well.

Nangong Wan lowered her head and glanced down at the floor. She snorted and annoyedly said, Youre newly joined elder of the Drifting Cloud Sect and recently condensed a Nascent Soul at around two hundred years of age. How could I not know?

After a short moment, something soon came to mind. Was it the cultivator surnamed Tang?

Nangong Wan wiped away a sliver of her hair and mysteriously smiled at Han Li. So you arent dumb! It truly was that Martial Nephew Tang. He had made use of a special method to send me a sound transmission talisman. When I received it, I couldnt dare to believe it. After disappearing for so many years, you return as a Nascent Soul cultivator. In the past, I hadnt particularly paid much attention to this field. As such, I immediately called for recent information on the Drifting Cloud Sect. Although it was a bit slow, I know of your general circumstances.

With your sudden appearance, you became an elder of the Drifting Cloud Sect. You left the trade fair halfway and departed, but I know little of this. But your concubine still remains at Soaring Skies City until this day!

Han Li touched his chin and revealed a trace of embarrassment as he tried to explain, At the time, I told her to follow an elder back to the sect. It seems there is something delaying her. However, this concubine…

Nangong Wang interrupted, Enough, there is no need to speak more of it. Im not going to complain about how you took in a concubine. After all, am I not getting married myself? Her expression suddenly grew saddened and incredibly weak.

Han Lis expression slightly changed. With a sullen voice, he unhurriedly asked, Whats going on with that? Could it be you truly plan to marry that person?

Nangong Wan bit her red lips and bright eyes flickered. Before I answer that question, I have questions of my own. Why have you come? Do you want me to not marry this person, or do you wish to take me away?

With complete and unwavering determination, Han Li immediately answered, Of course it is to take you away! I want you to become my wife! No matter who it is that wishes to take away the one I cherish, they will have to go through me first!

That is quite the dream, but when I have ever agreed to become your wife? Nangong Wan blushed and shyly rebuked him in a charming display.

Han Li silently smiled and said nothing else. As he was new to matters such as this, it would be better to not delve too deeply.

Soon, Nangong Wans shyness had disappeared, and she expressionlessly said, You should know that in the year of the Trial by Blood and Fire, my first thought was to slash you into countless pieces after you took my virginity.

Afterwards, I would use the Vermillion Bird Band to turn your body into ashes to fulfill my revenge. After all, I had bitterly guarded the purity of my body for over a hundred years, but you came along and took it. How could I not bear great hatred towards you?

From what youve said, I shouldve already died! Han Li rubbed his nose and found himself not knowing whether to laugh or to cry.

Once that was said, Nangong Wans face grew scarlet and she unhappily rebuked him, Of course. Were it not for some unexplained coincidence that caused my heart to soften, I wouldnt have released you. Do you believe that Core Formation cultivators are so easily dealt with?

Han Li grinned and said nothing else. Once Nangong Wan explained a trace of the grudge she held against him, she continued, After we left and returned to the sect, for some unknown reason, I was unable to cast off your image regardless of whether it be during cultivation or secluded meditation.

Moreover, your image only became more distinct over time, and it appeared more frequently in my mind. At that moment, I realized that you became an inner demon of temptation. If I didnt cast you off, I feared that my cultivation would become forever stagnant.

There were only two methods to cast off an inner demon of temptation. I had to either marry you and become one with you, fulfilling the temptation, or to have you disappear from this world. If you no longer existed, the inner demon would gradually fade. Because there was far too great a disparity in cultivation, it was impossible to choose the former. After a long while of inner torment, I eventually clenched my teeth and decisively decided to exterminate you. But before I could do this, the Six Devil Dao Sects had invaded us, and I came across you at the war camp for the Sects of Yue. You were a Foundation Establishment cultivator at the time, and this had caused my determination to waver. If you were able to continue progressing, I felt that becoming husband and wife wouldnt be impossible.

Han LI bitterly smiled and muttered, So it turned out that you wished to kill me at the time. When I saw you during that time, I was incredibly excited to see you, but your cold and detached attitude was a rude awakening. It had depressed me for quite a few days afterwards.

Nangong Wan smiled upon hearing this but continued without answering, From then on, the Sects of Yue had suffered a great defeat due to Spirit Beast Mountains betrayal. Each of the six sects then began to evacuate their disciples from the State of Yue. As the youngest Core Formation cultivator, I was originally among those evacuated, but at the time, I had a good friend within Yellow Maple Valley. In our letters, I came across vague plans for Ancestor Ling Hus evacuation plan. I knew that you were likely to be in the danger zone.

I felt shocked at this fact and only one thought had filled my mind: to rescue you. When I left, I was too slow. The battle had already concluded. A majority of the disciples had already died with only a few managing to escape.Not knowing whether or not you survived, I could only helplessly return to my own sect and assist the rearguard disciples in their fight against the Devil Dao. As a result, I was gravely injured against a Core Formation cultivator and was pursued by several juniors. I think you should know of what happened afterwards. There is no such person as Nangong Bing in this world. I had only changed my appearance.

This wasnt because I didnt wish reveal my true identity, but I couldnt tell you that a Core Formation cultivator like myself came to rescue you with the particular intention of marrying you! Moreover, because I absorbed most of your cultivation at the time, it was even more embarrassing to reveal my true face to you. However, I didnt wish for you follow me back to join the Masked Moon Sect. I just wanted you to follow me so I could reveal my true appearance and assist you in forming a golden core. We would marry afterwards. But who couldve thought of how greedy you were, or perhaps due to chauvinistic stubbornness, that you would simply take the spirit stones. You left me completely helpless.

Once that was said, a faint smirk appeared on her face and she fiercely glared at Han Li, but how was it that Han Li had felt the sliver of happiness from her eyes?

Of course, Han Li couldnt have known that if he agreed to follow her back to the Masked Moon Sect, Nangong Wan wouldve definitely brought up the prospect of marriage. However, the most likely resolution was that he wouldve casually agreed to become another womans Dao Companion, resolving her inner demons in a disappointing fashion. The one who married him wouldve likely been someone that Nangong Wan had personally sought out.

Han Li wore a miserable expression and said, When this Martial Nephew went out to purchase a few items, I encountered a Senior with an unfathomable cultivation, he wanted to me to give something to Martial Ancestor Nangong. He even placed a restriction on my body, saying that only Martial Ancestor Nangong would be able to dispel it.

The pale-skinned cultivator asked bewilderedly, Senior!? Was he a Core Formation cultivator?

Continuing his dejected expression, he helplessly said, This… Martial Nephew isnt sure. But this cultivator stated that he was an old friend of Martial Ancestor Nangong and wished to send her a congratulatory gift, having heard that he grand celebration was drawing near. There are still some things that I have to personally say to her.

An old friend of Martial Ancestor? Could he also be a Nascent Soul Senior? This time, the burly cultivator had spoken with alarm.

After the pale-skinned cultivator recovered from his surprise, he doubtfully said, It is possible, but since Senior was already there, why didnt he personally arrive at the mountain and present the gift?

Who knows! Maybe this Senior has some of other matters to attend to, or maybe he finds it inconvenient, after a few of his musings, the burly cultivate bluntly said, Martial Nephew Yuan, extend your hand and let us see the restriction on your body!

Having expected this, Han Li calmly extended his arm towards him and surged spiritual power throughout his power, simulating a bizarre magic power restriction on his body.

The burly cultivator grabbed onto Han Lis arm and revealed astonishment after sensing it for a short moment. The pale-skinned cultivator also curiously placed two of his fingers on Han Lis arm. Not long after, he wore a similar expression on his face.

The pale-skinned cultivator eased his expression and his tone grew less harsh, Thats right, a fearsome restriction has been placed on your body. From the degree of its complexity, it appears to have been laid down by a Nascent Soul cultivator. However, we cannot allow you to easily climb the mountain on this alone. First, take out the congratulatory gift. One of us will take it to Martial Ancestor Nangong and see whether or not this person is truly an old friend of hers.

If Martial Ancestor is willing to see you, you can climb the mountain. Do you understand, Martial Nephew Yuan?

When Han Li heard this, he wore a bitter expression, but after some thought, he nodded his head.

Han Li took out a long wooden box from his storage pouch and handed it over to him. He anxiously added, This is fine. However, Martial Uncle must clearly explain the matter of the restriction placed down on my body!

The lid of the wooden box had a faint silver restriction talisman placed on top of it. From its spiritual Qi fluctuations, it appeared to be quite importantly. It was clear to see this was to prevent anybody from opening the box as it was delivered.

I understand. Properly wait here for the time being. Junior Martial Brother Ma, I am going! The pale-skinned cultivator spoke impatiently to Han Li and gave a word of warning to the burly cultivator before flying off on his magic tool with the wooden box in hand.

Han Li could only calmly stand in place.

Although he was confident that Nangong Wan would see him once she opened the box, he still felt somewhat apprehensive.

He answered the intermittent questions from the guard that was left behind. However, when he asked of the appearance of the Senior who had delivered this gift, Han Li answered that this Senior was wearing a cloak and that he couldnt tell whether or not they were a man or a woman.

After the time it took to finish a meal, the pale-skinned cultivator returned with empty hands.

Martial Ancestor Nanlong said that this person is truly an old friend of hers, and that I am able to bring you to see her to dissolve the restriction. After curtly speaking, the pale-faced cultivator had Han Li follow him up the mountain.

Han Li was overjoyed by this and wore an excited expression as he followed the pale-skinned cultivator.

Be careful. There are paths that you cannot take no matter what. These restrictions are far more formidable than the restrictions on the center level. Even I wouldnt survive if I fell into them.

Of course, Han Li answered with acknowledgement.

At that moment, a streak of blue light shot forwards to meet them. The pale-skinned cultivator seemed to recognize the owner of this light and stopped in place with a respectful expression.

Soon, the light arrived before the two and faded away to reveal a middle-aged, embroidered-robed cultivator with an imposing appearance.

The embroidered-robed cultivator glanced at Han Li and said with a cold tone, Martial Nephew Sun, why have you brought a Qi Condensation cultivator to the top of the mountain. Do you not understand the rules here?

The pale-skinned cultivator seemed to hold much reverence towards the embroidered-robed cultivator and hastily explained, Martial Senior Lan, this Martial Nephew is only following Martial Ancestor Nangongs orders. I wouldnt have the courage otherwise to dare to do this.

At that moment, Han Li swept his gaze past the embroidered-robed man to discover that he was merely an early Core Formation cultivator, and that he need not pay him much heed. Although these were his thoughts, he also assumed a respectful expression and didnt dare to rashly speak.

When the embroidered-robed cultivator heard this, he was stunned for a moment before astonishedly asking, Martial Aunt Nangong wishes to see this person? Tell me how this came to be.

Its like this. Martial Nephew Yuan… Unknown whether the pale-skinned cultivator didnt dare to conceal this matter from his Martial Senior or that he was indifferent about the matter, he narrated the events that had occurred.

An old friend of Martial Aunt Nangong placed a restriction on his body? The embroidered-robed cultivator frowned and suddenly looked at Han Li with a penetrating gaze.

The embroidered-robed cultivator bluntly ordered, Let me have a look at the restriction on your body!

Han Li cursed at this persons nosy meddling and could only helplessly obey.

The embroidered-robed cultivator grabbed Han Lis wrist and deeply examined it for a moment before nodding his head, Yi! This is truly odd. However, although this restriction is complex, it isnt malicious. It seems this person didnt have any ill intent. Go ahead and see Martial Aunt Nangong!

Afterwards, he paid the two no further heed and shot down the mountain in a flash of faint blue light. A short moment later, the light dimmed and grew indistinct, disappearing soon after.

The pale-skinned cultivator waited until the embroidered-robed cultivated departed before taking a deep breath and gazing in the direction that the light disappeared. He muttered, Martial Uncle Lans Incorporeal Evasion Technique can be said to be as blue as his name 1. Although he is only at early Core Formation stage, even late Core Formation cultivators would find it difficult to deal with him!

The Incorporeal Evasion Technique! When Han Li heard this, his heart stirred. Could this person have something to do with the Old Eccentric Qiong 2 that he saw during the Trial by Blood and Fire? Perhaps he was a descendant or disciple.

At that moment, the pale-skinned cultivator had relaxed and continued to lead the way. Soon after, Han Li tossed the matter of the embroidered-robed cultivator to the back of his mind.

Because the top level of the Gemcut Mountains didnt house many cultivators to begin with, the two didnt encounter anybody else as they traveled to a cave residence close to the peak of the mountain.

The pale-skinned cultivator spoke with a tone of admiration, This is Martial Ancestor Nanlongs meditation area! Speak carefully when you reply to the Martial Ancestor, and dont say anything unrelated to the restriction placed on your body. Perhaps she may have some benefits in store for you!

After he said that, he turned towards the gate and respectfully said, Reporting to Martial Ancestor. The disciple is already here.

En! I understand. Have the disciple enter alone. You may take your leave! The voice faintly carried a trace of familiarity and strangeness. Once those words were said, the door to the cave residence flickered with yellow light and the stone opened.

Han Li walked forward without any hesitation.

To Han Lis surprise, there was a beautiful female cultivator wearing yellow short-sleeved robes that stood behind the door. She appeared to be the age of eighteen and possessed early Foundation Establishment cultivation.

The woman examined Han Lis transformed figure of Yuan Kun and found nothing to be wrong. She coldly said, Follow me. Martial Ancestor is waiting for you in the main hall!

The woman turned around and entered the cave residence. Han Li lightly sighed and closely followed after her.

Nangong Wans cave residence couldnt be considered large. The Foundation Establishment woman brought Han Li down a short corridor and through several small side rooms before arriving at the main hall.

The hall was elegantly decorated and there was some unknown essence being burned at an unknown corner of the room. There were two interesting small flower pots, each with a precious herb flourishing in them.

There was an exquisite square wooden table at the center of the hall. Each side had a light green straw chair. One of the chairs was occupied with a black-haired, white-clothed young woman. She was looking down at the huge sparkling silver sword in her hand. frewebnovel.com

The wood box on the table was open now laid empty.

1 His Surname Lan is the same character for blue.

2 First mentioned in chapter 176, Elder Qiong was a formidable Core Formation cultivator from the Masked Moon Sect.

Not long after Yuan Kun began shopping in the village, he smoothly gathered all the items he needed and flew back to the Gemcut Mountains with his two assistants. But when the three only traveled fifteen kilometers away from the city, silver light suddenly flashed ahead of them, revealing a gorgeous young woman. She looked at the three with a captivating smile.

We are Masked Moon Sect disciples. Senior… Although Yuan Kuns cultivation was low, the strange scene that appeared before him indicated that the woman was beyond ordinary. He immediately fell back on his identity as a sect member to protect them.

However, it seemed as if the woman didnt hear him. She chuckled and blew out a pink mist from her mouth. The mist appeared to be slow, but it enveloped the three in an instant.

Yuan Kun and company were unable to resist due to their meager cultivation. After smelling a trace of the scent, they felt their minds fade away as they fell unconscious, promptly collapsing onto the ground.

Without any hesitation, the young woman waved her sleeve and released a white mist from her cuff. The mist immediately grabbed the three and brought them to her side. After glancing at their faces, the young woman giggled and glowed with silver light, immediately taking to the skies with her captives.

The white light traveled over five kilometers away before dropping down at a desolate forest. There was an azure-robed youth that was sitting down cross-legged beneath a large tree and peacefully resting.

Right after the white light suddenly appeared before them, it disappeared. Yuan Kun and company were silently laid down in front of the youth, and the young woman gracefully floated down from the sky. The woman stood in front of the youth and respectfully said, Master, Ive brought people. They called themselves Masked Moon Sect cultivators. They should be what youre looking for.

The youth opened his eyes and indifferently asked, You didnt alarm any others?

Of course, the youth was Han Li who had spent most of the last month rushing to the State of Beiliang.

Since he planned on stealthily finding Nangong Wan, he couldnt brazenly pay her a visit on her doorstep. It would better to avoid any unnecessary trouble. As such, he needed to understand a few details about the Masked Moon Sect and he decided to stay at a small town nearby.

As one who had once tread the path of cultivation since he was a low grade cultivator, Han Li understood that a sects low grade disciples were incapable of completely separating themselves from the mortal world. The town closest to the sect should be a place well frequented by low grade disciples.

With Han Lis immense spiritual sense, regardless of how many cultivators entered the city, they would be incapable of escaping his notice.

Originally, Han Li was eyeing another Masked Moon Sect Qi Condensation disciple, but when a Qi Condensation disciple wearing steward robes arrived in town, Han Lis target had changed to him. A disciple of higher rank would naturally know of the sect far better.

With a thread of spiritual sense tied around him, he ordered Silvermoon to capture him and his associates. Afterwards, they were brought to the forest where he was waiting.

Knowing that Han Li was currently in a poor mood, she abandoned any intent to jest and tactfully replied in an earnest manner, Master, be at ease. It was an easy task to capture three Qi Condensation cultivators. It definitely didnt catch anyones attention.

Han Li expressionlessly glanced at Yuan Kuns body and coldly grunted, Well done. With your demon fox illusion techniques and my Dreamtear Technique, we will have him tell us everything.

Silvermoon immediately answered, As you command, Master.

Afterwards, she turned around and blew several breaths of pink mist onto the three on the ground, filling the entire surrounding area.

Han Li stood up and slowly entered the mist. Not long after, faint azure light faintly pulsed from within it.

Although the Gemcut Mountains had a notable name, the first time anyone that came to its mountain wouldnt know why it had the name Gemcut. It didnt appear exquisite as its name had implied. Rather, it appeared strange and oversized.

The Gemcut Mountains didnt have many branching mountain, but the main mountain spanned tens of kilometers in length. Moreover, the bottom half the mountain appeared quite smooth and flat without any cliffs as if it were a huge slope.

But the center of the mountains suddenly grew steep. Not only was the mountain stones frighteningly steep but the spiritual Qi was far more plentiful. It was where the Core Formation cultivators placed their own cave residences.

But in order to prevent any attacks from the sky, ferocious spell restrictions were placed down around the top of the Gemcut Mountains. Low grade disciples have no method of climbing the mountain apart from a few set pathways.

Han Li currently stood at the center of the Gemcut Mountains on a simple stone road. He looked up to the top of the Gemcut Mountains with a soft expression.

His current appearance had greatly changed through the use of the Appearance Exchange Arts. His entire body and stature had precisely changed to that of Yuan Kun. Of course, he had also restrained his cultivation to Qi Condensation stage.

After acquiring the information that he wanted from Yuan Kun and his subordinates, he imprisoned the three in a dry tree hollow and boldly entered the Gemcut Mountains. With Yuan Kuns steward command medallion along with the information he had acquired from the Dreamtear technique, he was able to easily enter the Masked Moon Sect.

He currently stood at a market city that was constructed at a corner of the Gemcut Mountains where thousands of disciples traded for wanted items. Among them were a few stores that sold mortal goods which were specifically managed by this Steward Yuan.

Han Li didnt directly head to the top of the mountain. Instead, he patiently brought the items that Yuan Kun purchased at the mortal town and delivered them to these stores. He left each of these stores under the respective gazes of the shopkeepers and glanced up the mountain.

From these three disciples memories, although Nangong Wan was on the verge of getting married, she wasnt freely accepting visitors despite not being in secluded cultivation. Even the high grade disciples of the sect found it difficult to meet their Martial Ancestor Nangong.

As for why Nangong Wan would agree to become the pair cultivation companion of the Flowing Mind Sects Wei Lichen, it was still unknown to Han Li. The three he had captured were lowly ranked and didnt know anything of the matter, much to Han Lis disappointment.

But from their memories, Han Li was able to clearly see, as the youngest Nascent Soul cultivator in the Masked Moon Sect and an amazing, world-shaking beauty, Nangong Wan held the vast adoration of many of the low grade disciples in the sect. There were even vast amounts of male disciples that secretly held romantic feelings for her, Yuan Kun being one of them.

Although he had only seen Nangong Wan a couple of times in the many years that he spent there, he was infatuated. When he heard that Nangong Wan was to be married, Steward Yuan felt depressed for a long while. When Han Li saw these memories, he was speechless.

Now that Han Li had finished delivering the mortal goods, he casually dealt with other matters in accordance to Yuan Kuns memories. Fortunately, Steward Yuan didnt have any particularly deep relationships in the sect and none were able to see through any gaps in behavior.

A while later, Han Li saw that the sky was dimming and felt that it was about time. According to the Yuan Kuns ordinary behavior, he calmly climbed the mountain.

Although Yuan Kun was only a Qi Condensation cultivator, he was still a sect steward, and possessed a small, unremarkable residence on the second level of the Gemcut Mountains.

Han Li was able to make it into the second level of the Gemcut Mountains without any problems, but he came across a few Foundation Establishment cultivators along the way. When they spotted Han Li disguised as Steward Yuan, they each glanced at him with disdain. There were a few that ignored him.

When Han Li was alone, he bitterly chuckled as he stroked his chin. It seems that apart from Steward Yuans subordinates, this person didnt get along well with others.

After entering the second level, Han Li didnt go to Yuan Kuns small residence. Instead, he flew towards the top of the mountain along the path on a low altitude flying tool. Although the other areas appeared empty, Han Li knew that formidable restrictions had been placed there. He naturally didnt dare to touch them.

Eventually, Han Li arrived at the border entrance between the second and third level of the mountain. There were two Foundation Establishment cultivators that had bluntly blocked his way.

The pale-skinned cultivator frowned and loudly shouted, Yuan Kun! What did you come here for! You should know that you have no business here.

After a long while of hesitation, Martial Uncles, this Martial Nephew wishes… wishes to see Martial Ancestor Nangong. Would Martial Uncles be able to report this?

Once the two cultivators recovered from their shock, they harshly rebuked him without further thought, What are you saying? Yuan Kun, are you awake? You must be daydreaming to think you can see Martial Ancestor Nangong! fгeewbnoel.cm

After some thought, Nie Yan smiled and said, Brother Qian must be exaggerating. Although Fellow Daoist Han managed to reach Nascent Soul stage in such a short amount of time, reaching Deity Transformation is still a matter far out of reach. It isnt so easily done. In fact, so long as he reaches late Nascent Soul stage, he is able to proclaim his own sect a hegemon of their side. That seems much more likely.

With a spirited glint appearing from his eyes, the cultivator surnamed Qian slowly said, Hehe! I merely think too much. If Senior Han doesnt come across any mishap, hell surely become a greatly influential character in the Heavenly South. Given the deep ties he has to Yellow Maple Valley, if he joins, I reckon it wont be long before we can reclaim the State of Yue.

After a moment of silence, Lei Wanhe sighed and said, Relationship? Fellow Daoist just saw that although Senior Han originally came from our Yellow Maple Valley, he is now the elder of the Heavenly Dao Alliances Drifting Cloud Sect. Moreover, he doesnt have any intention of returning. Regardless of what sect power he belongs to, Yellow Maple Valley will not be able to rope him in.

Once that was said, the others were at a loss for words.

The Giant Sword Sect cultivator doubtfully said, Why does Senior Han treat your sect as such? After all, that was where he came from. Does he have intention of paying back what the sect has done for him?

Lei Wanhe shook his head and said, I cannot divulge the specifics, but the odds arent good. However, from how I see it, his relationship with the Masked Moon Sect Senior Nangong seems deep. Perhaps Senior Nangong can try talking with him. Even if he will not rejoin our six sects, a good relationship can still be formed.

Tang Minghua doubtfully said, This… is possible. Ill have to go back to the sect and inquire about the relationship between Senior Han and Martial Aunt Nangong.

Leave it be. Roping in a Nascent Soul stage cultivator isnt something that we can handle. Have the elders deal with it. This Senior Han should appear at the ceremony in three months, Lei Wanhe then glanced around him and frowned, Regardless, lets hurry back to the Nine Nations Union. It isnt safe here.

When the others heard this, the five ceased their chat and took to the skies.

Although Lei Wanhe spoke with an effortless tone, he became inwardly worried.

How could he inform Ancestor Ling Hu of this matter? Could he just say that a disciple he had abandoned in the past had become an existence as powerful as the ancestor himself? Moreover, that matter had caused Han Li to resent Yellow Maple Valley. Wouldnt telling his Martial Senior this be the same as directly rebuking him?

He could only helplessly sigh several times along the journey before gloomily continuing on his way.

Because the Wind Riding Chariot was far too eye-catching, once Han Li was out of sight from Lei Wanhe and the others, he put away the chariot and began to fly using ordinary light.

Now that he suddenly acquired news on Nangong Wan, and bad at that, he needed to calm his himself and have a long thought about the subject.

Back in the past, they only had intercourse once and he only saw her two times. Because there was such a vast difference in their cultivation, they simply acted as indifferent strangers. But at some unknown time, Han Li had unconsciously through of Nangong Wan as his own woman.

With the succesful formation of his golden core and Nascent Soul, Han Li recognized himself as being worthy of Nangong Wang and this idea was even further cemented in his mind. As a result, he had nearly lost his sensibilities once he heard that Nangong Wan was about to become Dao companions with someone else.

Pretending not to know that Nangong Wan was marrying someone else was something that Han Li couldnt possibly do. The only man who could marry her in this lifetime was Han Li.

Moreover, he was convinced that as the man who took Nangong Wans vital yin, she should have some semblance of feeling for him as well. He definitely couldnt allow the celebration to smoothly carry out.

He was currently pondering about whether he should directly head to the Masked Moon Sect and stealthily steal Nangong Wan away or crash the celebration three months laters.

These two methods clearly had their own advantages.

Although the first method was easier to carry out, he truly doubted whether or not Nangong Wan would leave with him without objection. After all, she had stayed at the Masked Moon Sect for many years and had become an elder of her sect. There was no way she wouldnt have any apprehensions about leaving.

The second option was to directly appear on the day of the celebration. It could be said to be far more challenging as he would face the Masked Moon Sects, the Six Sects of Yue, and even the Nine Nations Alliance. So long as he was able to settle the problems that arose, he could be together with Nangong Wan in a just and honorable fashion without any future worries.

Of course, there was a more simple method. He could have this Wei Lichen mysteriously disappear from this world.

However, this method was also the most dangerous. The Flowing Mind Sect wasnt any small sect. It was the largest sect in the Nine Nations Union, possessing five Nascent Soul stage elders. It was far stronger than the Drifting Cloud Sect.

If this Wei Lichen stayed inside the sect the entire time, even if he had amazing abilities, Han Li wouldnt even have an opportunity to make an attempt. And even if he managed to kill him, if Han Lis identity was exposed, he would suffer the full brunt of the consequences.

As Han Li pondered, he repeatedly came up with different plans.

In the end, he decided on a compromise of these methods for the sake of reliability. He decided to first hurry on his way to the Masked Moon Sect to see Nangong Wan and ask about her intentions. If she had heavy misgivings or some other difficulties in leaving, he would pay a visit to the Flowing Mind Sect and see whether or not there would be an opportunity to stealthily exterminate Wei Lichen, risking it all for a smooth solution. If there was no opportunity to attack, he would simply appear on the day of the celebration and openly make his own proposal to marry Nangong Wan.

Regardless of what happened or her willingness to agree, he must forcefully take her away. There are few things in his lifetime that had ever made him feel this way. He normally acted with regards to reason, not emotion, but this time, Han Li could not allow Nangong Wan to marry someone else.

With his current abilities, anything short of a late Nascent Soul cultivator wouldnt be able to strop him.

With this all decided, his spirits were roused. After regaining his bearings, he increased the speed of his flight and quickly traveled.

When the Six Sects of Yue were defeated, they could only take refuge with the Nine Nations Alliance. They planted down their sects in the country with the least other sects, the State of Beiliang. The State of Beiliang had sparsely few cultivators due to the lack of cultivation resources.

As for selecting who would join the six sects, they couldnt possibly be choosy. Additionally, the Six Sect cultivators were secretly and openly feuding with the local sects for over a hundred years before managing to barely establish themselves. Of course, spirit veins and other resources the Six Sects of Yue had access to were far inferior to what they had in their original country.

But after so many years of desperate fighting, the six sects eventually recovered a bit of their strength and their standing in the Nine Nations Alliance grew. With the Masked Moon Sect being the strongest amongst the Six Sects of Yue, they managed to occupy a mountain range with decent spirit veins.

The west side of the State of Beiliangs Gemcut Mountains was the base of the Masked Moon Sect. They had constructed countless buildings of all sorts and laid down various grand restrictions here.

The Gemcut Mountains was divided into three levels. The lowest level being at the base of the mountain and was where the low grade cultivators lived. Naturally, only Core Formation cultivators had the qualifications to live in the middle level.

Although Foundation Establishment cultivators werent worthy of notice in the eyes of those at Core Formation stage and above, in the eyes of stagnant Qi Condensation cultivators, they viewed them as important pillars of the sect.

The Masked Moon Sects various stewards were naturally exceedingly capable people, and all possessed Foundation Establishment cultivation, the exception being the mortal affairs steward, Yuan Kun. He was the sole Qi Condensation steward in the sect.

The reason this was possible was because the Yuan Clan, a mid-sized clan native to the State of Beiliang, had welcomed the six sects when they had just entered the country. They had expended much effort on behalf of the Masked Moon Sect in particular. As a reward for the Yuan Clans actions, the Masked Moon Sect would only assign Yuan Clan disciples to this minor position for generations to come.

But as luck would have it, Yuan Kun was the nephew of the Yuan Clan Lord and had no future prospects in cultivation. As a result of the personal request of the Yuan Clan Lord, the upper echelon of the Masked Moon Sect appointed him as a sect steward.

While Yuan Kun may not have much prospects in cultivation, he was well adjusted to the mortal world and was able to smoothly handle his tasks without any mishap, consolidating his position as a steward.

But due to the rules of seniority in the cultivation world, the low grade cultivators in the Masked Moon Sect didnt treat him with much more respect as he was still only a Qi Condensation cultivator. He was also held in contempt by the other Foundation Establishment stage stewards. However, Steward Yuan didnt care about this in the least and leisurely spent his days in the Masked Moon Sect, drawing from his connections and lowering his head when needed.

One day, Yuan Kun appeared at a mortal village closest to the Gemcut mountains, bringing along two Masked Moon Sect disciples along with him that possessed lower cultivation. As normal, they went around several stores and purchased a few everyday goods.

But unbeknownst to him, after he walked through three of these stores, an indiscernible trace of spiritual sense stealthily wrapped around the clothes of the steward, attentively watching this trifling Qi Condensation cultivator.

Han Li had a deep impression of the young girl he had recommended to join Yellow Maple Valley. But soon after, he recalled the small old man that had accepted her as a disciple, Senior Martial Brother Ma. When Han Li recalled him, he felt a trace of sadness.

That small old man couldnt have formed a golden core given his age, but he was the one who Han Li shared the deepest friendship with at Yellow Maple Valley. Odds were that he already passed away. frewebnoel.o

With both feigned annoyance and delight, she faintly smiled and said, Little girl! Junior Martial Sister Xiao is no longer some little girl. She is already married and entered Core Formation stage several tens of years ago.

Once Han Li recovered from his surprise, he smiled and said, Oh, she also entered Core Formation? Now that is surprising.

Nie Ying gently said, I have heard Junior Martial Sister Xiao speak several times about how Senior drew her into the sect. Junior martial sister Xiao always felt deep gratitude and concern for Senior Han.

Han Lis smile faded away and he insipidly said, At the time, I simply introduced her to Senior martial brother Ma because her aptitude was good, nothing more. It is now only a matter of the past.

Nie Yan and Lei Wanhe could only bitterly smile at each other in silence at her failed efforts in an attempt to make Han Li rejoin the sect.

As for the reason why Han Li was unwilling to rejoin, the two could guess. During the year the core disciples joined the Nine Nations Union, since Han Li wasnt amongst them because he was but a minor Foundation Establishment disciple, he was grouped up to be bait and was abandoned. It was no wonder why he felt so detached towards Yellow Maple Valley and had no intention of returning.

As the two had nothing better to say, Han Li suddenly asked the middle-aged Masked Moon cultivator, Did you have a female cultivator by the name of Nangong Wan? How is she now? Han Lis voice suddenly grew gloomy.

The middle-aged man named Tang Minghua was surprised and he soon respectfully replied, Ah! Senior knows Martial Aunt Nangong? She is currently overseeing the sect and is doing well.

In Han Lis shock, he wasnt able to conceal a trace of joy, Martial Aunt? She already entered Nascent Soul stage?

Martial Aunt Nangong successfully entered Nascent Soul stage over a hundred years ago, and she is now an elder of our sect. Is Senior an old friend of Martial Aunt Nangong?

Han Li sighed and his eyes became dim, Old friend? It could be considered so. I received great kindness from your Martial Aunt in the past, and Ive always wanted to meet her again. Its a shame that I was occupied with so many matters over the year and Ive never had the opportunity.

Hehe! Although Martial Aunt Nangong rarely sees guests, Senior should be able to easily see her. In three months, Martial Aunt Nangong will marry the Flowing Mind Sects Elder Wei, and their Dao Companion Ceremony will officiallize them as pair cultivators. This celebration originally only invited high grade cultivators of the Nine Nations Union, but since Senior is her old friend, he will certainly…

Han Li felt his mind buzz and he couldnt hear anything else the middle-aged man said. He suddenly faced the Masked Moon Sect cultivator and coldly asked, Dao Companion Ceremony?

Yes, she plans on marrying Elder Wei Lichen of the Flowing Mind Sect, who formed a Nascent Soul three hundred years ago and possesses profound abilities. He is a cultivation genius who didnt come from the Heavenly South. Both of our sects spent much effort to make this matter possible.

Han Lis icy expression frightened the middle-aged cultivator. All kinds of strange thoughts began to well up inside him but under Han Lis freezing gaze, he couldnt help but continue to speak.

Lei Wanhe and the others revealed an odd expression. Even an idiot could tell that the relationship between Han Li and Nangong Wan wasnt so simple! Why else would Han Li have such a strong reaction upon hearing this?

Must to the others surprise, Han Lis icy expression lasted only a moment more before suddenly disappearing. With a gentle tone, he said, There is no need for Fellow Daoist Tang to be afraid. I have no evil intentions. I merely heard that an old love of mine is about to become someone elses woman and I became somewhat restless. Now that I know of this matter, I will naturally have to celebrate my good friends ceremony.

The middle-aged cultivator sighed in relief at seeing Han Li so calm and repeatedly uttered words of welcome.

However, Han Li only replied with a slight smile.

The others in the chariot were also relieved. After all, the Six Sects of Yue were now practically one united existence. They didnt wish for anything to happen to one another.

Following this, Han Li casually asked a few more questions related to the Six Sects of Yue. Since the matters werent important, the five were able to answer all of them. But when he heard that the Yellow Maple Valley Ancestor Lingu had reached the end of his lifespan, Han Li frowned for just a moment and quickly unfurrowed his brow as if he hadnt heard this.

Han Li suddenly recalled something and asked, Ah yes, your Martial Aunt Nangong should have a younger cousin by the name of Nangong Bing. She should also be a cultivator of the Masked Moon Sect.

The middle-aged cultivator seemed confused and asked, Nangong Bing? Senior mustve heard wrong! Martial Aunt Nangong was always a solitary figure. Ive never heard of a younger cousin. Is Senior not mistaken?

When Han Li heard this, he was dumbfounded. After taking a deep breath, he urgently asked, Nangong Bing shouldve been a female Core Formation cultivator of your sect! Could it be that you dont remember?

Tang Minghua wryly smiled, If this person truly belongs to our sect, this Junior would definitely know of it. I can pledge with certainty that there is no such woman in our sect.

With an astonished expression Lei Wanhe couldnt help but interrupt, Fellow Daoist Tang speaks the truth. We would know if such a Core Formation cultivator existed in the Masked Moon Sect. Where did Senior come to learn of this person?

Its nothing! I merely had a misunderstanding! Although Han Li said this, he was flabbergasted and appeared to be at a loss.

Han Li now knew that Nangong Bing wasnt the cousin of Nangong Wan, but was Nangong Wan herself with the use of some appearance alterations. It was no wonder why she hadnt treated him so ruthlessly or why she had such a queer expression when they departed.

After that, Han Li completely lost interest in further discussion and simply dropped the chariot forward with a gloomy expression. When the others saw that this Senior Han wasnt in a good mood, they didnt dare to carelessly chat.

For a time, the Wind Riding Chariot was completely silent.

Less than half a day later, Han Li stopped the Wind Riding Chariot at some nameless mountain.

Han Li stood up and calmly said, We will have to part here. This place is only a day away from the border of the State of Fengyuan. It should be safe here. I have matters that I must attend to and I cannot continue to keep you company.

Lei Wanhe and the others didnt dare to say anything else and simply thanked Han Li once more for saving their life before flying out of the Wind Riding Chariot.

Han Li didnt say a single word more and promptly turned the chariot before disappearing off the horizon in the blink of an eye.

The older Heavenly Imperial Fortress cultivator surnamed Qian saw that the Wind Riding Chariot had disappeared from sight and couldnt help but ask, Fellow Daoist Lei, is it true that Senior Han was once a disciple of your Yellow Maple Valley and was your Martial Nephew in the past?

Lei Wanhe frowned and annoyedly said, What, do you think Im someone who speaks empty words?

Although his life had been saved by Han Li, his past juniors cultivation now vastly exceeded his own and he became a genuine Senior. Given how careful he had to be, he couldnt help but be in a bad mood.

Hehe! There is no need for Brother Lei to be angry. I simply found it odd. If Fellow Daoist spoke truthfully, Senior Han should be around the same age as Fellow Daoist Nie. Fellow Daoist Nie, how long have you been cultivating? Cultivator Qian asked earnestly.

As if realizing what he asked, Nie Yan answered with a changed expression, I cultivated for two hundred years before reaching early Core Formation stage.

Cultivator Qian rubbed his chin and sternly said, It seems Senior Han spent only two hundred years before condensing a Nascent Soul. Do you know what this means?

The Giant Sword Sect cultivator couldnt help but shout in surprise, Could it be Brother Qian means…

Cultivator Qian solemnly said, Thats right. It is quite possible this person may reach Deity Transformation stage. It had been tens of thousands of years since this last happened.

Although cultivators who reach Deity Transformation stage soon disappear from this world, each of them were unrivaled in the short time they were here. The entire Heavenly South, be they Righteous, Devilish, or even neutral, all unite during this time as there is none capable of withstanding an early Deity Transformation stage cultivator.

Senior! Han Li stroked his chin and wore an odd expression on his face.

The fat old man was the Senior Martial Uncle Lei who had exchanged medicinal herbs for pill formulas. Although he was merely observing the common customs of the cultivation world, Han Li couldnt help but find this action odd.

As for the gorgeous woman named Nie Yan, he had only met her once as Senior Martial Sister Nie before when she had protected the Murong Brothers from Senior Martial Brother Lu back during his time at Yellow Maple Valley 1. Although Han Li didnt have much of a relationship with her, he had heard much of her aptitude and her beauty both external and within. Back in the past, there had been countless male disciples that had admired her. He didnt expect that after so many years, she would form a golden core.

Han Li remained silent and examined both Lei Wanhe and Nie Yan with a complicated expression. As this occurred, Lei Wanhe felt puzzled.

Not only did this Senior appear excessively young, for some unknown reason, Lei Wanhe found his face somewhat familiar as if he had saw him before. This had come as a shock to him and he began to feel apprehensive.

As Nie Yan looked at Han Li, bewilderment suddenly appeared from deep within her eyes.

Han Li was disinclined from wasting any more time with this silent display and eventually said, It seems Martial Uncle Lei truly doesnt remember me. However, the pill formulas Martial Uncle gave to me during that year had been of great help to me.

When Lei Wanhe heard Han Li call him Martial Uncle, his jaw dropped and found himself at a loss for words. But after he heard him mention pill formulas, he suddenly recalled something and began to astonishedly stutter, Martial Uncle? Pill formulas! You… Youre… 2

When the others heard this, they were also dumbstruck. This Nascent Soul Senior had actually called Lei Wanhe Martial Uncle. This had truly sent their minds spiralling into confusion.

But when Nie Yan heard him, she amazedly examined Han Li once more before saying, Youre Martial Uncle Lis disciple, Han Li… Junior Martial Brother Han? The womans voice was filled with disbelief.

Han Li felt genuine surprise, I didnt expect that Fellow Daoist Nie would remember me.

While Han Li was unknown during Qi Condensation stage due to his low profile and meager cultivation, truly few knew of him. But ever since he survived the trial by blood and fire and successfully became Li Huayuans disciple after entering Foundation Establishment, many shrewd individuals had taken notice of him. This Senior Martial Sister Nie was one of them.

Once the Six Devilish Dao Sects invaded the State of Yue, his reputation surged throughout lower grade disciples from his achievements in killing so many similar grade Devil Dao cultivators. Although she hadnt seen his face since then, he had left a deep impression on her. With Han Lis appearance exactly the same as before, she recalled the famous Junior martial brother Han from the past and unconsciously shouted out his name in shock.

You truly are Martial Nephew Han! Lei Wanhe felt his throat turn dry and his mind grew blank.

It was said that any strange events could happen in the cultivation world. Outstanding disciples rising to the same status as a senior was a common occurrence, but for a Foundation Establishment Junior to suddenly reappear at Nascent Soul stage was something that brought an individual as experienced as Lei Wanhe into a stupor.

Han Li glanced around and calmly said, Martial Uncle Lei, there is no need to be so surprised. However, this isnt the place to talk. Lets have a chat as we travel instead.

Lei Wanhes expression wavered several times before bitterly chuckling, I dont dare to accept the title as Martial Uncle. Since Senior Han has already entered Nascent Soul sage, I am your Junior. His words still preserved the same respect from the very start.

Regardless of Han Lis identity in the past, his current cultivation was far beyond his own. He didnt dare to be addressed with such an inappropriate title.

The other three cultivators finally realized the relationship between Han Li and Wan Tianhe. After glancing at each other in dismay, weird expressions appeared on each of their faces.

Han Li didnt pay this much heed. After a moment of silence, he nodded his head, Since Fellow Daoist Lei says this, I wont be polite. Let us immediately depart from here. Your speed is all rater slow, so I will be bringing you.

Once that was said, Han Li slapped his storage pouch and a small, exquisite item appeared in his hand. Once he flung it into the air, a squarish item appeared before them in a flash of red light.

Under control of spell seals, the Wind Riding Chariot quickly grew larger and appeared over thirty meters wide.

Get in the chariot! Han Li bluntly ordered them. Lei Wanhe and the others naturally didnt have any objections and they all flew into the chariot with a blur.

Once Han Li stepped onto the Wind Riding Chariot, he began to infuse the chariot with his spiritual power. After gently trembling for a moment, it tore through the skies as a streak of white light. With its exceeding speed, it disappeared from sight in the blink of an eye.

The speed of the Wind Riding Chariot delighted the others. At this speed, the spell warriors wouldnt be able to pursue them, relieving them of worry that was on their minds.

As Han Li drove the Wind Riding Chariot, he casually asked, Fellow Daoists, the State of Fengyuan shouldve already fallen into the grasp of the spell warriors. Why were you there and how did you come to be blocked by a Nascent Soul spell warrior? If that area werent so remote, it wouldnt have been easy to escape even if I took action.

When the five heard this, they glanced at each other with various expression. The clear leader of their party, Lei Wanhe, hesitated for a moment before answering, Senior might not know this, but we didnt act out of our free will. We were under orders from the Nine Nations Union to carry-out an important task. As a result, we were occupied for several days and were present during the Moulan invasion.

Helpless, we could only choose a remote route and fly back, however, we encountered a few low grade spell warriors along the way and had no choice but to kill them. But who couldve possibly known that there was a Nascent Soul spell warrior that was located nearby. Just as we finished killing the last low grade spell warrior, we were discovered by the old eccentric and were chased down.

Although we knew we werent a match, if we scattered, we wouldve only met our end sooner, so we could only do our utmost. It was only by a fluke that Senior Han came our way, else we wouldve met our end.

As Lei Wanhe spoke with gratitude, he examined this Martial Nephew Han. To tell the truth, he still felt as if all that happened was a dream.

When Han Li heard this, he lost interest and indifferently grunted. A short moment later, he then asked, Fellow Daoist Lei, is my master Li Huayuan still doing well?

As there was no point in concealing the matter, Lei Wanhe honestly answered, Senior Han, Junior martial brother Li died a hundred years ago in the war with the Moulan spell warriors. As for his wife, she wasnt able to form a golden core and reached the end of her lifespan.

Han Li was slightly shaken by his words and revealed a trace of sadness. He then asked, Were my Fellow Martial Brothers and Sisters able to form a golden core?

Lei Wanhe sighed and said, No, although three of Junior martial brother Lis disciples had exceptional aptitude and entered false core stage, they werent fated to form a golden core.

Han Li grew silent for a moment. The appearances of Yu Kun, Song Meng, Zhong Weiniang, and the others appeared through his mind. Past events slowly began to appear.

A moment later, he took a deep breath. Since his Martial Brothers and Sisters were unable to form a golden core, he didnt further ask about them. It was likely that they died during meditation. His time spent at Yellow Maple Valley seemed as if it had all happened in an old dream.

At that moment, Nie Yan suddenly said, Senior Han, would you happen to be interested in rejoining Yellow Maple Valley?

Han Li raised his brow and immediately answered, Return to Yellow Maple Valley? I have no such interest. Ive already become an elder of the Heavenly Dao Alliances Drifting Cloud Sect, and I am satisfied there.

Disappointment appeared from Nie Yans expression and Lei Wanhes expression wavered.

As for the other three, they didnt dare to speak as they were unfamiliar with Han Li.

After a moment of hesitation, Nie Yan then asked, Would Senior happen to recognize Xiao Cuier?

Han Li was stunned for a moment. He asked with an odd expression, Xiao Cuier 3? Of course I do, you know that little girl? At that same moment, the appearance of that young, strange-spirited girl came to mind.

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2 In Chapter 236, Han Li traded medicine herbs for Lei Wanhes pill formulas. Prior to this, Le Wanhe had assisted Han Li in getting rid of a few Thousand Bamboo Sect cultivators.

3 Introduced in chapter 291 while Han Li was guarding the mortal Qin Clan. At the time, Xiao Ciu and her grandfather were Qi Condensation cultivators. For payment of the nameless qi restraining incantation, he had introduced her to his Senior Martial Brother Ma at Yellow Maple Valley as a disciple.

The fearsome, earth-shaking gales caused the magic treasures to unsteadily sway. They seemed to be restricted by the gale and were incapable of breaking free.

The bald spell warrior wore a bizarre smile and revealed an expression of pride. Haha! If you wont accept my kindness then I will use force. How reckless! Dont expect me to stop after matters have reached this far. The bald spell warrior then grabbed the air and suddenly formed a huge hand from the yellow wings. It then made its way to grab the gorgeous woman.

The spell warriors planned to first grab the woman to make sure she lived and instantly exterminate the remaining four through a full display of his power.

The woman attempted to make use of her blazing flame sword magic treasure to block the large hand, but the gales had caused it to spin out of control. With no way of controlling it, she was incapable of saving herself, causing her complexion to pale.

Although the four cultivators wished to rescue the woman, they were disoriented and swept away by the wind. Only the fat old man with the deepest cultivation amongst them was able to deal with it somewhat better. In his worry, he forcefully raised his hand and released a meter long bolt of lightning to strike at the giant hand. However, the attack was completely ineffective.

When the yellow hand was only three meters away from grabbing the woman, it suddenly disappeared. At that same moment, the yellow-robed spell warrior roared in furious alarm. The windstorm that trapped the Core Formation cultivator suddenly weakened before soon disappearing. It was as if what had just happened as only an illusion.

The group of cultivators looked at each other with dismay and turned their gaze towards the bald spell warrior. However, he was angrily staring in an direction that was completely empty. They couldnt help but reveal astonishment.

A fierce expression appeared on the spell warriors face and he furiously shouted, Since youve dared to break my technique, why would you so stealthily hide yourself? He seemed to no longer pay the Core Formation cultivators any notice.

A mans voice voice leisurely spoke, It isnt that Im hiding myself, but its just that your cultivation is too lacking to see me. It seems your esteemed self shouldve just recently entered Nascent Soul stage. You are far weaker than other spell warriors Ive seen.

In an azure flash of light, a youth with a common appearance appeared before them.

When he saw that the five cultivators were caught in a desperate situation, he released an azure essence sword streak towards the feather. Once it was struck, the windstowm was easily dissolved.

The five were initially alarmed by Han Lis appearance, but after sensing that he was at Nascent Soul Stage, they rejoiced, knowing that their lives were saved.

The female cultivator promptly saluted him from a distance and respectfully said, Juniors name is Nie Ying. Many thanks for Seniors rescue.

Nie Ying! When Han Li heard this, he couldnt help but take another look at the woman. He faintly remembered her.

However, now was not the time to deal with this, and he simply waved his arm, having the woman cease her salute. The woman and the old man didnt seem to recognize him. It came as no surprise. In the past, he only met each of them once. Now that almost two hundred years had passed, it wasnt odd that they didnt recognize him.

With that thought, Han Li turned his gaze to the yellow-robed spell warrior and flatly said, Since your esteemed self hasnt run, it seems you wish to take me on?

When the bald spell warrior heard this, he furiously smiled and heartily laughed, Your esteemed self is also but an early Nascent Soul cultivator. Your words may be bold but I must oblige you to demonstrate your abilities.

With that said, the bald spell warrior formed a incantation gesture and he flicked his finger downward, shooting out two shining yellow pellets.

Han Li was faintly surprised by this and didnt stop him. He merely narrowed his eyes and watched with interest.

The large man was inwardly delighted to see that Han Li remained idle and promptly uttered an incantation. His body was then covered with surging yellow clouds. freewenovel.cm

With a imposing voice, he softly shouted, Rise!

When Han Li heard this, his heart stirred as he expectantly glanced around him, but he saw nothing appear. In his doubt, he suddenly heard faint rumbling from the ground. The rumbling soon became thunderous and world-quaking.

Han Li swept his spiritual sense to the ground and revealed slight astonishment. Without any further thought, he swept his sleeve, sending two ten meter long swordstreaks out from his cuff down toeards the sounds origin.

Han Li frowned. Although the sword streaks struck, they were ineffective.

With a rustle of wind, two forty-meter-long horned yellow dragons flew out from the ground and shot towards the bald cultivator. They then surrounded the bald cultivator and continuously revolved around him as if to protect him.

This is? Han Li was amazed to discover the two fearsome yellow dragons were entirely formed from earth. They appeared as if they were truly alive. This lifelike aura seemed to originate from the yellow pellet on top of their heads. It pulsed with light, releasing a demonic yellow radiance.

Hehe! Your esteemed self will be the first to witness the might of my constrained spirit beasts. Go! The bald spell warrior furiously smiled and struck the earth dragons with yellow spell seals. The dragons subsequently charged towards Han Li with overbearing force.

Han Li furrowed his brow and lightly sighed. He opened his mouth and spat out a sliver of Celestial Ice Flames. The sliver of flames split into two even thinner flames and accurate struck the heads of each of the earth dragons.

The flames crackled and instantly enveloped the earth dragons in a layer of ice. The ice sculptures stopped ten meters in front of Han Li before dropping towards the earth.

Then with a flash of azure light, there were two clear explosions. The two frozen earth dragons had been easily shattered by two sword streaks that Han Li flung. Afterwards, he raised his hand and calmly summoned the two yellow pellets into his hand. He took a glance at them before placing them into his storage pouch.

Han Li leisurely said, What other abilities do you have? Please dont hesitate to use them. I wish to see the true might of the spell warriors spirit techniques!

Silence looked over the yellow clouds for a moment as the spell warrior was shocked to the core at Han Lis effortless disposal of his two earth dragons.

A moment later, the spell warriors sullen voice suddenly left the yellow clouds, What sect do you come from? Might I know of your distinguished name? You dont seem to match the description of any better known cultivators. Dont tell me you also entered Nascent Soul stage in the last hundred years? The last question was uttered with a savage tone.

I am a nameless individual. If I said my name, you wouldnt know of it. Since Fellow Daoist doesnt intend to attack, I wont be polite. Han Lis expression grew sullen and he slapped the spirit beast pouch at his waist, releasing countless glistening golden flying insects into the air. They were the pure Gold Devouring Beetles that Han Li had meticulously nurtured.

This would be the first time that Han Li would be using them against an enemy. He wished to test how effective they would be against a Nascent Soul stage opponent.

Gold Devouring Beetles! You actually possess them? And so many!? Much to Han Lis surprise, the yellow-robed spell warrior shouted the name of these insects with a voice of terror before Han Li could order the attack.

Without another word, the yellow-robed cultivator turned around and tore through the skies as a streak of yellow light. His swiftness had caused Han Li to hesitate and abandon the idea of pursuing him.

He wasnt confident in being able to exterminate a Nascent Soul cultivator that was wholeheartedly focused on fleeing. Once a Nascent Soul manifested, even the lightning movement technique was lacking in speed to match it.

However, the bald spell warrior was able to recognize his Gold Devouring Beetles despite having somewhat inferior cultivation. It was truly shocking.

Although he felt somewhat puzzled, Han Li dropped the matter and recalled his still untested Spirit Beast Pouch. Afterwards, he slowly flew towards the Core Formation cultivators with a calm expression.

Before the Han Li drew close to them, the fat old man took the initiative to fly forward and deeply saluted him, Many thanks for your assistance, Senior! Might Junior know your esteemed name? Junior is Yellow Maple Valleys Lei Wanhe. We cannot thank you enough!

In addition to Nie Yan who had introduced herself before, the others began to salute Han Li as well with gratitude and respect.

The Giant Sword Sects Shi Qiyun, Masked Moon Sects Tang Minghua, Heavenly Imperial Fortress Qian Huan pays their respects to Senior.

Han Li opened each of the remaining boxes one by one. One had a small green bottle while another had a fist-sized chunk of something that glowed with purple light.

Han Li casually opened the green bottle and took a whiff of it. An extremely sharp and caustic scent assailed his nose, causing Han Lis to grimace. He hurriedly closed the bottle of what seemed to be venom and glanced a the small bottle with an odd expression before cautiously putting it away.

In the end, his gaze fell onto the purple object. He squeezed it with his fingers and found it to be extremely soft. Strands of light occasionally shimmered from the purple object, creating a dazzling sight.

Yi! Han Li yelped with astonishment. He then concentrated his spiritual sense onto the object and deeply examined it.

A short moment later, his hand suddenly trembled and the purple ball turned into a purple cloud. It circled once above Han Lis head before dropping into Han Lis hand in its original form. It appeared to be layered like a net of glistening purple threads that were as thin as could be. It appeared to be a rare treasure of some sort.

When Silvermoon saw the purple net, she spoke with amazement, Isnt this a Purple Cloudlace? It is an ancient treasure that was renowned even times of antiquity.

Joy flickered from Han Lis eyes and he excitedly asked, You know what this is? Since it was renowned, could it be a divine spirit treasure?

Silvermoon enthusiastically said, No. Although the Purple Cloudlace is a top grade ancient treasure, it is far lacking compared to divine spirit treasures. But with regards to its defensive abilities, it is incredibly flexible and malleable. Depending how well it was refined, the treasure can be used to cover an area of several hundred meters to several kilometers. It is a truly rare large scale defensive treasure. It is said that the greatest Purple Cloudlace could protect everything within fifty kilometers. Though, I dont know how true this is. Of course, it is also incredibly effective at trapping enemies. As for offensive abilities, it is capable of releasing Jadesun True Fire to extinguish foes.

A trace of disappointment appeared on his face, but soon he wore an odd expression, Silvermoon, you seem quite knowledgeable of this Purple Cloudlace. Could it be that youve seen it before?

When Silvermoon heard this, she grew silent for a moment. A while later, she wryly smiled and said, Now that Master mentioned it, I recalled a fragment of my memory before I was refined into an artifact spirit. There seemed to be one particular Purple Cloudlace that I knew off quite well.

As Silvermoon spoke, her expression appeared pensive. She then shook her head and gave up as if the memory was out of grasp.

Since this Purple Cloudlace is so fearsome and Ive never heard of Master Cang Kun making use of this treasure, this was most likely something that he had acquired from Devilfall Valley. It is a pity that none of the jade boxes that were acquired possessed any information on Devilfall Valley. It should be contained in Marquis Nanlongs two jade boxes. How truly unfortunate. Han Li laughed at himself but he didnt truly appear dejected.

He clearly understood that he would have the opportunity to acquire more treasures if he acquired the secrets of Devilfall Valley, but at the same time, he would become a huge target. So long as information of this was divulged, who knew how many great powers and eccentrics would come knocking on his door. It was hard to say whether or not the advantages would outweigh the detriments.

Silvermoon couldnt help but ask, Master, did that jade slip not contain them?

Since Silvermoon asked, Han Li answered her with an insipid tone, The jade slip contained the cultivation art and techniques of Master Cang Kun. Although I cannot cultivate the main cultivation art, the Whole Moon Arts, there are several secret techniques and a few cultivation insights that I am able to make much use of.

When SIlvermoon heard this, she sighed and appeared dejected.

At that moment, Han Li put away all the items and boxes. After giving Silvermoon a brief word, Han Li closed his eyes and began to meditate. Silvermoon then drew close to Han Lis body and curled up. She then opened her bright black eyes and began to mindlessly stare at an empty corner of the cart.

As the army of Moulan mortals slowly advanced, two days had passed. During that time, two groups of spell warriors had conducted a search of the army. However, Han Li was awakened by Silvermoon each time and he was able to easily conceal himself from these low grade spell warriors.

Since the cart Han Li chose contained insignificant items, none of the Moulan mortals had bothered to check it.

Once the army left the Moulan Plains, Han Li stealthily took off with Silvermoon in his grasp. He took a route different from the army, heading straight in the direction of the Heavenly South.

With his vast spiritual sense, Han Li was able to detect any spell warriors within fifty kilometers, allowing him to easily avoid them as he smoothly made his way through the desert and into the Nine Nations Unions State of Fengyuan.

The State of Fengyuan was one of the three countries that was closest to the Moulan Plains. The mountains on their border were normally garrisoned with cultivators of the Nine Nations Alliance.

But after Han Li spent several days inside the State of Fengyuan, he hadnt encountered a single cultivator, but he had encountered many patrols of spell warriors. It was clear that the Nine Nations Unions had found their initial battle against the Moulan spell warriors unfavorable and decided to retreat for the time being. The true battle shouldnt have started yet.

Without further thought, Han Li hurried his way through a particularly desolate area.

After a smooth eventless flight for four days, he suddenly turned his head to look at a small obscure mountain with an expression of shock. Soon, his face changed between various different expressions.

Just a moment ago, he had detected an area with fierce spiritual Qi fluctuations that faintly contained vicious intent. It was clear that there was a battle between high grade cultivators.

Since a battle was taking place here, it was likely to be a cultivator fighting against a spell warrior.

With some further examination, Han Li discovered that there were five Core Formation stage combatants staking their all against a Nascent Soul eccentric.

Amongst these Core Formation stage combatants, there were a few with auras that Han Li found slightly familiar. After a moment of consideration, Han Li couldnt figure out who it was. After a moment of hesitation, Han Li wasnt able to suppress his curiosity and flew over.

With Han Lis exceptional movement techniques, Han Li was able to cover this short distance in the blink of an eye. Once he arrived, he saw various-colored lights fill the sky along with the sound of harsh explosions. The battle was greatly fierce.

The five variously dressed Core Formation cultivators were currently fighting against an early Nascent Soul stage spell warrior. Although the five Core Formation cultivators were fighting with all their strength and were controlling their magic treasures with perfection, the yellow-robed, bald spell warrior was slowly pushing back the cultivators with circles of yellow mist.

The spell warrior wore a fierce expression. Although he hadnt released his own magic treasure, his fantastical techniques and deep cultivation allowed him to easily deal with them. Were if not for the fact there was a gorgeous woman amongst the Core Formation cultivators, the Nascent Soul cultivator likely wouldnt have held back and wouldve already finished them all off.

Although Han Li found this woman familiar, his gaze focused on the fat old man amongst the cultivators. This old man was spirally with silver lightning and was controlling a huge sword magic treasure that repeatedly emitted lightning. He was the strongest amongst the group of five.

Han Li recognized the old mans appearance and cultivation art, and wore a complicated expression. He muttered, Its him? To think that there are such coincidences in this world!

After the yellow-robed cultivator battled for such a long period of time, he lost his patience and fiercely glared at the gorgeous woman, Girl, it seems you cannot recognize my good intentions. Were it not for the fact my cultivation art requires an outstanding cultivation vessel, I wouldnt have spared you for so long. If you dont surrender yourself to me, dont blame me for being ruthless.

Once he said this, he spat out a yellow feather. It glowed brilliantly and had something faintly drawn on it. The bald cultivator then took it into his hand.

When the fat old man and the others saw this, their expressions vastly changed, knowing that things were far from good. They clearly understood that the spell warrior had been holding back, but they didnt dare to retreat, else they would easily be picked off by the spell warrior. Their chances of survival would be even worse than fighting him together.

As such, the five bitterly cursed in their minds and could only muster the entirety of their magic power to attack the spell warrior. For a time, the might of their magic treasures were greatly increased and they were able to forcefully beat back the yellow mist and regain some of their momentum.

This infuriated the bald spell warrior. He tossed his feather into the air and spat a mist of yellow Qi onto the magic treasure and began to utter incantations.

The feather trembled for a moment and gently fanned in the direction of the cultivators. Suddenly, a large whistle sounded through the air and a deep yellow gale followed in the direction that the feather had fanned. In an instant, the gale turned into a hundred meter tall tornado and completely engulfed the five Core Formation cultivators.