Chapter 420: Chapter 422: A Mysterious Visitor at the Yunlan Sect!

Chapter 422: A Mysterious Visitor at the Yunlan Sect!

After formulating a plan, Gu He instructed Qing Protector to head to the Jia Ma Empire immediately and rendezvous with the other Soul Hall enforcer. Meanwhile, Gu He’s clone had already emerged from seclusion.

With these arrangements made, Gu He returned to the cabin on the back of the Black-Scaled Frigid Python and resumed his journey with Yun Yun.

Five days passed quickly, and Gu He had already reached the depths of the Black-Corner Region.

Currently, the Black-Corner Region, after the purge of its established factions, was even more chaotic and devoid of any order.

However, as some of the region’s veteran experts were eliminated, talented individuals from the Jia Nan Academy began frequently establishing their own factions, striving to bring some semblance of stability to the chaos.

Standing atop the Black-Scaled Frigid Python, Gu He pointed toward an ancient academy in the distance and said slowly, “Yun’er, within the Jia Nan Academy of the Black-Corner Region, I have taken on two disciples. One is named Zi Yan, and the other Han Yue. However, I’ve currently sent both to the Central Plains for a two-year training expedition.”

“Two more disciples… The Central Plains is so complex. Isn’t it too dangerous for them to train there?” Yun Yun asked, her initial surprise giving way to concern.

“The Central Plains is indeed filled with hidden powerhouses, but not every corner is rife with Dou Venerates. As long as they remain low-key, they should be fine,” Gu He explained calmly.

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While Gu He and Yun Yun explored the depths of the Black-Corner Region, a strange black mist was stealthily making its way up Yunlan Mountain.

“To think that such a small sect on the northwest continent would have three Dou Ancestor-level experts!”

Within the black mist, a shadowy figure spoke to himself, his tone carrying a hint of apprehension.

“Qing Protector is still behind. I’ll take this night to investigate the former Sect Master of the Yunlan Sect!”

After another brief pause, the black mist surged upward, flying swiftly over the forest and toward the mountain peak.

Under the cover of darkness, the black mist soon arrived above the Yunlan Sect’s gate. Its aura was carefully concealed, and the figure believed he hadn’t alerted anyone.

Little did he know, the moment he set foot on Yunlan Mountain, Cai’er in the Nine-Colored Valley had already sensed him.

At this time, only Gu He’s disciples, Sect Master Nalan Yanran and Qing Lin, were present at the Yunlan Sect. Xiao Yixian and Liu Ling had left over ten days ago.

Liu Ling had gone with Xiao Jin, but Xiao Yixian had chosen not to bring Xiao Yin. The reason was that when Xiao Yixian prepared to visit the Chu Yun Empire, Xiao Yin had already entered seclusion to break through to the Dou Venerate realm and had yet to emerge. Meanwhile, the Flame Dragon remained in a secluded corner of the Nine-Colored Valley, focused on cultivation.

When Cai’er’s soul power detected the black mist, she immediately informed Nalan Yanran, the Flame Dragon, and Qing Lin.

“A Four-Star Dou Ancestor is sneaking up Yunlan Mountain… Could it be Xiao Yan and his soul companion?”

Hearing Cai’er’s words, Nalan Yanran’s first thought was to suspect the previously escaped Xiao Yan.

However, Cai’er, cradled in Qing Lin’s palms, quickly shook her head, dismissing the notion.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

“If it’s not Xiao Yan, then who could it be?”

With Cai’er ruling out Xiao Yan, Nalan Yanran furrowed her brows slightly.

After all, aside from the Yunlan Sect, there were no known forces in the Jia Ma Empire with a Dou Ancestor-level expert.

“Who cares who it is? If they dare to stir up trouble in the Yunlan Sect, we’ll crush their skull and toss them out!” the irritable Flame Dragon scoffed dismissively. “It’s just a mere Four-Star Dou Ancestor. Who gave them the courage?”

“Uncle Chi, don’t rush. Let’s first see what this uninvited guest intends to do in the Yunlan Sect,” Nalan Yanran suggested softly.

“Hmm!”

“Fine. Let’s see what this fool is plotting!”

At Nalan Yanran’s suggestion, the others nodded in agreement.

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“If the information I’ve gathered is correct, the Yunlan Sect’s former Sect Master has been in seclusion somewhere in the back mountain,”

The black mist lingered above the Yunlan Sect for a moment before heading straight toward the back mountain.

Soon, the secluded retreat of Yun Shan, the former Sect Master of the Yunlan Sect, was met with an unexpected visitor.

However, Yun Shan, who had now reached the peak of the One-Star Dou Ancestor realm, immediately sensed the presence of the black mist as it approached his retreat.

“Who are you, and why have you trespassed into my Yunlan Sect?”

A sharp voice burst out from Yun Shan’s retreat as his figure swiftly appeared in front of the mysterious black mist.

Yet, as Yun Shan got a clear look at the black mist, his imposing demeanor suddenly diminished, and a trace of wariness crept into his eyes.

“Protector Vulture…” Yun Shan exclaimed.

The moment he saw the black mist, Yun Shan immediately mistook it for the long-absent Protector Vulture.

When Yun Shan first encountered Protector Vulture, he had sensed a repulsive aura from him—clearly not the mark of a virtuous individual. However, due to Protector Vulture’s strength and his promises to help Yun Shan break through to the Dou Ancestor realm, Yun Shan reluctantly complied.

Even now, after Yun Shan had become a Dou Ancestor himself, he could still feel that he was no match for this so-called “Protector Vulture.”

Moreover, Protector Vulture had once hinted at being backed by an incredibly powerful organization.

Frightened, Yun Shan’s thoughts quickly turned to his treasured son-in-law, Gu He. From what Yun Shan had seen of Gu He’s power during a previous visit, Gu He was undoubtedly far stronger than this “Protector Vulture.”

After Yun Shan’s words, the figure within the black mist seemed momentarily taken aback.

However, just as the figure was about to speak, Yun Shan interrupted, continuing, “Protector Vulture, regarding your earlier request for me to gather a batch of sixth-tier spiritual herbs, I’ve already collected them. However, they aren’t stored here. Will you wait for me here, or shall we retrieve them together?”

Yun Shan’s intent was clear—he wanted to use this opportunity to distance himself from Protector Vulture and seek refuge with Gu He.

“Gather sixth-tier spiritual herbs? That’s what Protector Vulture asked of you?”

Hearing Yun Shan’s suggestion, the figure within the black mist appeared utterly astonished.

“What do you mean by that… Could it be you aren’t Protector Vulture?” Yun Shan asked, his suspicion evident.

It didn’t take long for him to realize that, although the aura of this black mist resembled that of Protector Vulture, there were distinct differences.

(Chapter End)

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