After Failing to Find Immortality 103

Chapter 103: The Abyssal Tower

The token felt cool to the touch, a faint, icy aura emanating from it, similar to Yin energy but distinct.

“I hope you understand, Master.”

Ji Hang looked apologetic. “It wasn’t my intention to burden you with this, but—”

“It’s alright.”

Lin Tianlu chuckled and waved his hand dismissively. “If you truly want to sever ties with demons and ghosts, this is commendable. Besides, this token has some value to me. There’s no need for guilt or shame, Shopkeeper Ji.”

“You are magnanimous, Master. I will remember this.”

“Thank you, Master!” The young man and woman also bowed in gratitude.

After exchanging pleasantries, Lin Tianlu saw the Ji family off.

Looking at the pile of silk gifts at the door, he couldn’t help but smile wryly.

This gift was truly difficult to refuse.

But…

He looked at the Luo Xing Path of the Netherworld token in his hand.

Unlike the Luo Xing token he had found at the Cheng residence, this one, besides the Luo Xing emblem, was also engraved with intricate runes, seemingly containing some kind of spell formation.

“Hmm?” Lin Tianlu frowned slightly.

Hum!

The token trembled, the mysterious runes lit up, and a strange fluctuation spread out.

At the same time, Lin Tianlu felt a gaze observing him. He looked up instinctively.

“…”

The gaze vanished instantly.

And the trembling Path of the Netherworld token suddenly froze, its aura disappearing.

“…Did it crash?”

He looked a little puzzled, shaking the token and tapping it lightly with his finger.

There was no response.

“Could it be a one-time use item?”

Lin Tianlu pondered for a moment, then put the token away in his pocket.

The Luo Xing had many secrets. He hoped to find some useful information on this trip.

Miasma filled the air, and a chilling wind howled.

Deep within a remote canyon, thousands of miles away, a towering black tower spiraled upwards, bound by countless heavy iron chains that pierced through the mountains. Numerous array formations flickered, glowing with a blood-red hue.

No living creatures could be found within a hundred miles of this place.

It was like an earthly hell, a desolate underworld.

At the deepest level of the tower’s base…

Countless iron chains crisscrossed, black pillars stood tall, completely enveloping the vast and gloomy space, as if sealing this place completely.

But in the depths of this eerie and silent underground, there was a jade throne carved with dragon and phoenix patterns, standing alone in the center of a still pool of water.

And on the throne sat a woman, her figure shrouded in mist, her aura unfathomable and eerie, as if she were one with the abyss.

But upon closer inspection, the mist surrounding her was slowly dissipating.

A moment later, a breathtakingly beautiful face, like that of a celestial maiden, was revealed. A gold-trimmed dress with bare shoulders clung to her alluring figure, her bosom ample, her star-studded sash flowing like tassels, shimmering like a galaxy scattered across the pool. But several black iron chains bound her wrists and ankles, as if she were imprisoned here.

Suddenly, she opened her eyes, a hint of shock flickering in her golden irises.

“Pfft—!”

Her face paled, and she coughed up blood, cracks appearing at the corners of her eyes.

After a few gasps for breath, the mysterious woman wiped the blood from her lips and leaned back lazily against the soft cushions behind her, a playful smile on her face.

“I just happened to sense the activation of the mechanism within the Path of the Netherworld token and took a peek out of curiosity. I didn’t expect to encounter such a terrifying backlash… When did the Luo Xing gain such a powerful newcomer?”

But she had also vaguely sensed something else, as if there was a familiar presence near the Luo Xing Path of the Netherworld token.

Who could it be?

Silently, a dignified man with an imposing aura appeared in the tower, looking at her from across the pool. “Your aura fluctuated just now.”

“I’m perfectly fine. But you… entering the Luo Xing’s Ten Thousand Ghosts Tower without permission, do you even have any respect for the rules?”

The mysterious woman casually played with her long hair, her ample bosom swaying, a seductive smile on her lips.

“Or do you really consider this Ten Thousand Ghosts Tower to be your property?”

“This tower is crucial to the plan. It cannot be lost.” The middle-aged man, dressed in luxurious robes, stood with his hands behind his back, his voice indifferent. “If any accidents occur, we’ll have to rely on demonic blood to compensate.”

His words suggested that he didn’t take her threats seriously at all.

But the mysterious woman was used to his cold attitude. She chuckled softly and looked up, her gaze seeming to pierce through the layers of the tower, seeing the vast starry sky and the twinkling stars.

“In less than a year, the demonic star will descend, and the path of the Netherworld will reach its peak. I wonder if this prosperous world can survive… It’s truly a sight to behold.”

She smiled, a captivatingly beautiful smile, and glanced sideways. “Are you truly prepared?”

“That’s none of your concern.”

“But a Soultaker perished not long ago.”

The mysterious woman chuckled. “As the plan is about to unfold, does this not affect the grand scheme? After all, Soultakers are important pawns to you, especially one as powerful as her, who had already reached the Savage Realm. But to die so mysteriously…”

“Yan Yi’s death has no impact on us. There are others who can replace her.”

The middle-aged man’s tone remained indifferent. “The Luo Xing’s plan has nothing to do with you. Just focus on guarding the Ten Thousand Ghosts Tower and maintaining a peaceful state of mind. You don’t need to worry about any other trivial matters.”

As soon as he finished speaking, his figure vanished without a trace.

The mysterious woman scoffed disdainfully and crossed her long, flawless legs. “How far can you really go on this path?”

Her voice was filled with mockery.

But after a moment of silence, she opened her delicate right hand, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.

That man… she had never seen him before.

Even though it was just a fleeting glimpse from thousands of miles away, the shock was still deeply ingrained in her memory.

Just one glance from him was enough to make her heart tremble, as if facing a formidable enemy. How could such a powerful person exist in this world?!

“I’ve memorized your face!”

She slowly clenched her fist, a seductive smile on her lips. “I hope we’ll have a chance to meet again.”

The morning in Changling County was quiet and cold.

Lin Tianlu and Mao Ruoyu were already on their way, riding in a carriage.

Hua Shuya stood at the gate, waving goodbye, watching as the carriage gradually disappeared into the distance.

“It’s quite intriguing that Miss Hua didn’t go with them.”

A soft chuckle suddenly came from behind her. Turning around, she saw Cheng Yishi walking towards her with a graceful smile.

“Those cases at the county government office shouldn’t be able to stop you. If you wanted to go, no one could stop you.”

Hua Shuya was silent for a moment, then smiled wryly. “I’ve already spent enough time with Senior. Madam Mao and Senior are a perfect match. I shouldn’t do anything to ruin the mood.”

“Silly girl.”

Cheng Yishi shook her head with a chuckle, sighing inwardly.

The two women around Lin Tianlu were truly virtuous, understanding, and kind-hearted. Not only did they not show any jealousy or malice, but they even seemed to be trying to set each other up with him.

They were truly two naive and blind women.

But…

She quickly laughed at herself.

Compared to them, perhaps she was the one who was truly… blind.

She was clearly filled with jealousy, wanting to possess that man completely. But facing these two pure women, she couldn’t muster any ill will. Moreover, Hua Shuya had once saved her life, and she couldn’t even bring herself to compete with her.

As they spent time together, she had unknowingly integrated into their circle, which was both amusing and frustrating.

“What about you, Miss Cheng…”

“Since Sir has something to attend to, I naturally won’t add to his burden.”

Cheng Yishi put aside her distracting thoughts, her expression turning serious. “But there’s something else I want to discuss with you.”

“What is it that requires you to come here personally, Miss Cheng?”

“It’s about the case you’re investigating.” Cheng Yishi said in a deep voice. “I’ve found some clues that might be helpful to you.”

Hua Shuya’s expression changed abruptly. “Where did you find these clues, Miss Cheng?”

“I’m ashamed to say.”

Cheng Yishi sighed softly. “I didn’t notice it until today… One of my younger sisters has fallen. Her behavior has become quite strange, and she’s secretly using some ghost techniques.”

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