Chapter 125: The Gathering of Powers, A Conspiracy Revealed
Yang Chanzhen turned her head slightly and saw Qiu Fei’s figure appearing in the distance.
She was still dressed in her revealing attire, her every step and gesture alluring and seductive. A mischievous smile played on her beautiful face. “I thought you would be exhausted and eventually consumed by the Netherworld miasma, becoming fuel for the ritual. But you still seem quite lively.”
“Why are you doing this?”
Yang Chanzhen struggled to maintain the array’s confinement, her voice deep. “Do you intend to devour the entire town with this Netherworld miasma?”
“That’s just one of the reasons. You can figure out the rest later, Azure Lady.”
Qiu Fei crossed her arms, silver threads swirling around her fingertips. “But I’m getting bored with this little drama. Azure Lady of Wen Mountain, why don’t you just step aside?”
As she spoke, she pointed at the array surrounding the pillar of light, and several silver threads shot out!
Ding!
The silver threads were effortlessly deflected.
“Eh?”
She let out a soft exclamation, looking at the woman who had intervened with surprise.
Yang Chanzhen panted slightly. “What are you trying to do?”
“As you can see, I’m trying to break your seal.”
Qiu Fei narrowed her eyes. “Are you really refusing to back down?
With your status, even if Jianggai County falls, it shouldn’t affect you. Why are you risking your life for this?”
“This is my promise.”
Yang Chanzhen’s gaze was calm yet unwavering.
“…”
Qiu Fei was silent for a moment, then chuckled. “The Azure Lady of Wen Mountain is truly stubborn and foolish. It’s quite amusing.”
As soon as she finished speaking, she flicked her fingers, and several beams of light pierced through Yang Chanzhen’s shoulders.
“Ugh!”
Yang Chanzhen grunted softly and stumbled forward.
Seeing her unwavering determination, a flicker of anger appeared in Qiu Fei’s eyes.
But just as she was about to attack again, there was a commotion around them.
Several men emerged from the shadows, their eyes sharp, their clothes luxurious.
The middle-aged man leading the group smiled and bowed. “What a lively night. I didn’t expect to encounter both the Azure Lady of Wen Mountain and the Lady of Lingluo.”
Qiu Fei’s eyes narrowed. “Crimson Feather disciples.”
“Cough, cough, cough…”
A rough cough rang out. Shang Yan, despite his severe injuries, managed to sit up, his face pale. He said in a deep voice, “Ye Xiao! You’re one of the supporters of the Path of the Netherworld. And yet you only show up now—”
“The disciples I brought with me are all members of the Crimson Feather. I can’t afford to lose them here. I hope you understand, Master Shang.” Ye Xiao smiled faintly and bowed politely. “If I anger the elders, with my meager strength, I wouldn’t stand a chance.”
Shang Yan snorted coldly, but a hint of fear flickered in his eyes.
“As soon as I arrived in Jianggai, I heard the commotion and came to investigate. I didn’t expect to see so many familiar faces.”
At the same time, a pale-faced scholar emerged from the shadows, closing his fan with a smile. “Crimson Feather, Luo Xing, Lingluo… and the Azure Lady of Wen Mountain. Quite a gathering.”
“But this situation doesn’t look good.”
Without needing to explain, everyone looked at the pillar of light and the black mist sealed within the array, their expressions grave.
As disciples and members of powerful factions, they naturally recognized the nature of the black mist.
“This is the legendary Netherworld… Who could have done this?”
“The Azure Lady and Master Shang are both injured.”
The scholar tapped his fan and glanced at Qiu Fei, who was smiling faintly. “It seems this has something to do with the Lady of Lingluo.”
“As expected of the Scholarly Gentleman, Young Master Duan. Your observation is keen.”
Qiu Fei smiled mischievously, gently tracing her lips with her finger. “But facing this situation, which is about to spiral out of control, what solutions do you all have?”
“…”
Everyone’s heart sank.
This Lingluo woman was so calm and composed. It seemed she had a plan.
“Everyone, please help Miss Yang seal the Netherworld miasma, lest any further accidents occur!” Shang Yan coughed and said in a deep voice. “If something happens to Jianggai County, none of you will benefit from this trip!”
“Don’t be angry, Master Shang.”
Ye Xiao chuckled softly, then exchanged glances with his companions and quickly stepped forward to help.
…
The pale-faced scholar blocked Qiu Fei’s path, a playful smile on his face. “It’s good to see you again, Miss Qiu.”
“Hehe~ If you have any tricks up your sleeve, feel free to use them. Let me see how much you’ve improved over the years.”
Qiu Fei licked her lips, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
But the scholar just bowed apologetically. “I’m no match for you, Miss Qiu. I just need to buy some time for my companions to free themselves.”
“Buy time?”
Qiu Fei was stunned for a moment, then chuckled. “Alright, I’ll play along for a while.”
The scholar’s heart sank, sensing something amiss.
…
The situation was improving.
Shang Yan clutched his chest, coughing violently as he expelled the Netherworld miasma that had invaded his body.
Watching Yang Chanzhen and the others working together to contain the black mist spreading from the pillar of light, he felt a sense of relief.
Perhaps it wouldn’t be long before the Netherworld was sealed again, the technique dispelled.
But…
A worried frown appeared on his face.
Once the Netherworld was completely closed, even a legendary immortal wouldn’t be able to escape.
Shang Han, who had regained consciousness, looked at him with a worried expression and whispered, “Grandpa, that Mr. Lin, is he really—”
“There’s no hope.”
Shang Yan sighed. “Although Master Lin possesses great power, he’s still a mortal. It’s already astonishing that he managed to enter the Netherworld. But to escape…”
He shook his head, his face filled with sadness.
Although he was a demon who had resided in this county for decades, he still felt a pang of regret seeing such a talented young man perish.
“He was a man of great talent and ability. But in the end… he couldn’t resist the allure of beauty.”
“…”
Yang Chanzhen, who had overheard their conversation, lowered her eyes.
Although she had only briefly interacted with Lin Tianlu, she still felt a sense of sadness upon hearing this news.
“Miss Yang, please focus your energy and erase the pillar of light.”
“…Alright.”
Just as they were about to form hand seals, a sound like shattering porcelain suddenly rang out.
“Wha—”
Everyone’s eyes widened in shock.
A broken sword suddenly cleaved through the pillar of light, sending a shower of sparks and debris flying as it plunged into the ground.
At the same time, a man tore open the shrinking gap in the pillar, a white-haired beauty by his side, and stepped out gracefully.
“Mr. … Lin?!”
Shang Yan gasped, his voice filled with disbelief, as if he had seen a ghost.
“Master Shang, long time no see.”
Lin Tianlu smiled and bowed. “Judging by your situation, it seems not much time has passed.”
“T-this—”
Shang Yan was speechless, completely dumbfounded.
This sight was beyond his comprehension.
“Sir, you truly returned safely from the Netherworld?”
Yang Chanzhen also looked surprised.
But her gaze fell on Mao Ruoyu, her eyes widening in shock.
Her Yin energy cultivation… it was incredible!
“—Hee hee hee~”
But before they could exchange any more words, a delighted chuckle rang out.
Everyone turned to look at Qiu Fei, who was approaching them slowly.
Her gaze was fixed on Mao Ruoyu as she spread her arms and exclaimed, “Truly flawless!
As expected of a great demon who has lived for centuries. Even after escaping from the Netherworld, her aura is so extraordinary.”
She then shook her head, feigning regret. “What a pity that such a magnificent demon is now under my control.”
Shang Yan and the others quickly reacted, their faces turning pale upon hearing her words.
Netherworld, great demon?!
Could this white-haired woman be…
“—Under the command of the Lingluo.”
Qiu Fei smiled faintly and flicked her finger, sending out a ripple of energy. “Eliminate all these irrelevant people.”
Before she even finished speaking, Ye Xiao and the others didn’t hesitate for a moment. They instantly fled!
Even the injured Shang Yan grabbed his granddaughter and retreated, his face filled with terror.
If this white-haired woman was truly a great demon from the Netherworld…
If they didn’t escape now, they would all die!
…
A moment later, only a few people remained in the courtyard.
“…”
The atmosphere was strangely quiet.
Facing Qiu Fei’s attack, Mao Ruoyu just looked at her with a cold, unwavering gaze.
Qiu Fei was stunned for a moment, then she quickly channeled her energy and attacked again.
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