Chapter 135: The Eve of the Path of the Netherworld
Hearing this, Lin Tianlu chuckled and explained, “Madam was affected by the Yin energy yesterday, which is why she seemed so cold. Today, her body has warmed up, and the effects of the Yin energy have mostly dissipated.”
“It’s… possible?”
Yang Chanzhen was astonished.
In all her years of traveling and cultivating on Mount Wen, she had never heard of such a thing.
But recalling that these two were no ordinary people, and that a mysterious demon from the Netherworld was perched on Lin Tianlu’s shoulder, she quickly dismissed her surprise.
With her limited knowledge, she naturally couldn’t comprehend the methods of such powerful individuals.
However…
“The aura on Madam… is very familiar.”
Yang Chanzhen asked curiously, “Does Madam have any connection to the Lunar Valley?”
Mao Ruoyu was taken aback. “How did you know, Miss…”
“Half a month ago, in another province, I encountered a young woman. She was beautiful and possessed extraordinary cultivation, so I paid attention to her for a while.”
Yang Chanzhen said softly, “Mount Wen has a vast collection of ancient records, and I’ve read many of them. I noticed that her eyes had a golden-red glint, and the Yin energy around her contained a strange Dao rhythm. I knew she was connected to the reclusive Lunar Valley.
And the aura on Madam is very similar to hers… but also different.”
Mao Ruoyu’s expression turned complex.
“I was indeed a member of the Lunar Valley, but I’ve severed all ties with them.”
“Is that so?”
Yang Chanzhen pondered. “I don’t know much about the Lunar Valley, and we’ve never had any conflicts or interactions. But I noticed that she seemed anxious and in a hurry, so I paid a little more attention.”
Mao Ruoyu was startled.
What could have made Bai Xin so troubled?
Although she was no match for Lin Tianlu, with her mastery of the Moon Shadow Secret Art, she should be able to protect herself.
Unless… something had happened within the Lunar Valley.
“Madam, if you’re worried, we can visit them together in a few days.”
Lin Tianlu took her hand. “If something has happened to the Lunar Valley, we can help. And if we’re just worrying for nothing, it’ll be a chance to visit old friends and ask about your current condition.”
“Mm.”
Mao Ruoyu nodded softly, her heart calming down.
With her beloved by her side, she no longer felt as anxious as before.
“…”
Seeing the warm atmosphere between them, Yang Chanzhen silently sipped her tea.
She felt… a strange feeling in her heart.
“…Ahem!”
Mao Ruoyu quickly came back to her senses and coughed lightly, her face flushing slightly. “I apologize, Miss Yang. Sir and I…”
“You two are a perfect match, Madam. You don’t have to mind me, an outsider.”
“I still feel bad for ruining your mood, Miss Yang. After all, this was supposed to be a private dinner for Sir.”
Yang Chanzhen was slightly taken aback.
She put down her teacup and sighed. “You’re so virtuous and understanding, Madam. It’s truly a match made in heaven that you and Sir are together.”
Mao Ruoyu blushed, not knowing how to respond.
“You’re quite good at complimenting people, Miss Yang.”
Lin Tianlu chuckled and bowed slightly. “In just one day, you’ve praised both Madam and me from head to toe. If you keep going, we’ll be floating on air.”
Yang Chanzhen blinked her beautiful eyes. “I’m just speaking from the heart.”
Lin Tianlu said with a wry smile, “Then I’ll have to think of some compliments for you, Miss.”
“There’s no need to force yourself, Sir.”
She skillfully changed the subject. “Since we’re gathered here tonight, let’s talk about business.”
Lin Tianlu’s expression turned serious. “Please speak, Miss.”
“Sir, Madam, please be wary of the Lingluo Valley.”
Hearing this, Mao Ruoyu’s eyes narrowed.
As a ghost practitioner who had trained in the Lunar Valley for ten years, she was naturally aware of these factions.
The Lingluo Valley… was not to be trifled with.
Although she had never had any direct contact with such a powerful faction, she had witnessed the extraordinary abilities of the Lingluo woman last night.
Lin Tianlu asked curiously, “What is “Lingluo”?”
“It’s a thousand-year-old faction, known for its ever-changing and ingenious techniques. Their whereabouts are shrouded in mystery, their location unknown.”
“Legend has it that the Lingluo Valley was founded by a powerful demon a thousand years ago. They possess many ancient secret techniques, their foundation is profound. But because their movements are unpredictable and their personalities are difficult to grasp, the world knows very little about them. However, Mount Wen has recorded a lot of information about them, so I know a little.”
Yang Chanzhen sighed softly. “I met that Lingluo woman, Qiu Fei, many years ago. We had a conflict due to our differing ideologies… We only exchanged a few blows before retreating.
Sir, you must have experienced her abilities last night.”
Lin Tianlu pondered. “She seemed to control threads?”
“Those are just tools.”
Yang Chanzhen explained softly, “Those threads are woven from Yin energy, both offensive and defensive. But the most dangerous thing about them is that they contain many hidden techniques. If an ordinary person is bound by those threads or touches them, their mind will be instantly seized, or their body will be controlled, becoming her puppet.”
“And the reason she was so confident last night was probably because she believed she could control the demon from the Netherworld with her secret Lingluo techniques… Those techniques might be related to a demon from centuries ago.”
“I see.”
Mao Ruoyu nodded thoughtfully.
In a way, last night’s incident was a case of mutual exploitation between the Lingluo woman and Sister Yun…
One wanted to open the Netherworld and summon the demon as her servant. The other wanted to seize the opportunity to obtain a suitable body and escape from the Netherworld.
As for whether she would be controlled after escaping…
Mao Ruoyu glanced at Yun Yue, who was curled up on Lin Tianlu’s shoulder.
Yun Yue looked back at her, a hint of amusement in her eyes.
Clearly, this fox demon wouldn’t be foolish enough to fall into a trap.
“But, Sir, you are truly remarkable.”
Yang Chanzhen looked at him with calm eyes. “To be able to easily defeat the Lingluo woman and prevent her from escaping.”
“It’s nothing special.”
Lin Tianlu smiled helplessly. “But I don’t know much about the Lingluo Valley. They rarely interact with the world, just like your Mount Wen. Or is there…”
“The Lingluo Valley’s movements are unpredictable. I don’t know what they’re up to, and many of their members operate independently.”
Yang Chanzhen said softly, “But Qiu Fei held a certain status within the Lingluo Valley. News of her death will definitely reach them. It’s best to be cautious, Sir.”
“Thank you for the warning, Miss.”
Lin Tianlu bowed slightly, then asked curiously, “You said earlier that Mount Wen has records of past events?”
“Yes.”
“Do you know anything about the immortal sects?”
“Immortal sects?”
Yang Chanzhen’s eyes widened in surprise. “Sir, are you… joking, or are you really asking about immortal sects?”
Seeing her unusual reaction, Lin Tianlu’s heart skipped a beat. “I’m serious, Miss. Do you know if they exist?”
“I’m still young and inexperienced. I’ve never seen an immortal sect with my own eyes.”
Yang Chanzhen’s eyes flickered. “But Mount Wen has a vast collection of ancient records. When I was young, I stumbled upon some documents that mentioned immortal sects. But I dismissed them as fanciful legends. Now—”
She looked at Lin Tianlu intently. “There’s a real immortal standing before me.”
“Could you tell me more about them, Miss?”
“…”
But after a moment of silence, Yang Chanzhen said apologetically, “I’m sorry, I… can’t remember the details of what I read as a child. I’ve disappointed you, Sir.”
Lin Tianlu was speechless.
But he quickly smiled and waved his hand dismissively. “It’s alright, Miss. Don’t worry about it.”
The existence of immortal sects was just a curiosity to him. It wasn’t something he was actively pursuing.
Besides, Mount Wen had records of them. He could always visit and take a look when he had the chance.
“But, what about the events of the past few centuries—”
“The Realm of Demons and Ghosts has been relatively peaceful for the past few centuries. The major factions have been lying low, recuperating. There have been some minor power shifts, but nothing significant.”
Yang Chanzhen’s voice turned serious. “But things might change after the new year.”
“I’ve heard rumors about a change coming.”
“From what I know, the Yin energy in the world will become even stronger, and the number of demons and ghosts will increase. Whether the delicate balance of power can be maintained is uncertain. Perhaps that’s why the Lingluo woman took such a risk, hoping to use the Path of the Netherworld to strengthen her faction and gain an advantage in the coming chaos.”
Lin Tianlu pondered for a moment.
Then he raised an eyebrow and turned to look at the other side of the restaurant.
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