The red light screen trembled suddenly, and the ghost king and other black-robed men of the Demon Sect in mid-air, including the trapped Qiu Niu, almost simultaneously turned their heads to look over.

  A red light flashed by, and Tian Linger was startled. However, she saw that the dark red iron cone around her was surrounded by a chaotic red glow, but its body remained still under the protection of the red light.

  In an instant, the people around had reacted and come to their senses. The black-clad men from the demonic sect rushed over, Tian Lingers face turned deathly pale, she gasped slightly, at this critical moment, suddenly a bright light flashed before her eyes, her hands waved, and Amber Zhu Xiang suddenly burrowed into the ground.

  In mid-air, the Ghost Kings face suddenly changed, and he stomped his foot in anger, saying: "You little girl doesnt know life or death, ruining my big plan!"

  He was seen flashing his figure, pouncing down swiftly and fiercely, but at this moment, a sharp whistling sound came from afar, and in an instant, countless lights burst forth. It turned out that the Orthodox crowd and the large army of the Demon Sect had all arrived here. The most intense battles were between Cang Song Dao Ren and Bai Du Zi, Tian Bu Yi and Duan Mu Lao Zu, while Su Ru was currently holding off two enemies alone, blocking the injured Xi Xue Lao Yao and that young expert Lin Feng who had fallen into the Dead Spirit Abyss back then.

  As for others, such as the monks of Tianyin Temple and the Huixiang Valley Sect, including the disciples of Dalizong, they also came here.

  Many people came to this place, and suddenly they saw a huge light wall on the beach, with a strange giant beast trapped inside. For a moment, everyone slowed down, Bai Du Zi and Duan Mu Lao Zu simultaneously jumped open, abandoning Cang Song Dao Ren and Tian Bu Yi.

  Cang Song Dao Ren and Tian Bu Yi were not in the mood for a fight at this moment, so they let them go. Especially Tian Bu Yi, who looked far away, seemed to see his own daughter being surrounded by the demonic sect, and he couldnt help but change color on his face, ready to rush over there.

  Bǎi Dú Zǐ and Duān Mù Lǎo Zǔ stood together, first looking at the Qing Long battle group. Seeing Qing Long still effortlessly fighting against three opponents, their faces changed, and they snorted in disdain. Then, they looked up at the sky, where only the Ghost King was diving down, but that ancient cauldron was still slowly rotating in mid-air, emitting a red glow in all directions.

  Bai Du Zis eyebrows suddenly furrowed, and he said in a deep voice: "Feng Long Ding!"

  Duanmu Old Ancestor stood beside him in shock, hastily looking up at the sky, and immediately stunned.

  The two of them were both deeply experienced in the demonic teachings, with a depth of understanding and insight that far surpassed that of ordinary demonic cultivators. The ancient tripod was visible from afar, its shape simple yet elegant, with dragon heads carved into the double rings on its handles, and together with the mysterious formation before their eyes, it seemed to be none other than the legendary "Dragon Imprisoning Pagoda" of the demonic teachings.

  This mysterious Dragon Sealing Formation has always required the Fulong Cauldron to be activated, using the spiritual energy of the Fulong Cauldron as a medium to stimulate the majestic and murderous aura of heaven and earth. No matter how high your cultivation is, you will still be trapped inside and cannot escape.

  Its said that unless its a treasure like this, the Ghost King and others would have a hard time trapping a ancient beast like Qiu Niu.

  Back in the arena, almost everyone else who had been fighting had temporarily stopped, their attention drawn over here.

  The Demon King swooped down swiftly from mid-air, while Tian Bu Yi was worried about his beloved daughter. Although he was far away, he still rode his sword to rush over. Nearby, Zhang Xiao Fan was the closest person to Tian Ling Er because he had arrived earliest, but beside him, several black-clothed Mo Cult members also rushed over.

  The situation is on the verge of eruption, and the key lies with Tian Linger.

  Zhang Xiaofan saw the black-clothed man approaching, and his heart was greatly alarmed. With a burst of strength, he leaped forward, flying close to Tian Lingers back. As he hovered in mid-air, the flame on his fire-imbued staff suddenly surged with a brilliant blue light, sweeping down a wall of radiance before the black-clothed man.

  Those black-clothed men let out strange cries, and in an instant several magical treasures shot over, Zhang Xiaofans body shook greatly, but he ultimately managed to block these people for a moment.

  At this moment of electric spark, Tian Linger let out a cheer, and saw that Amber Zhu Xiang had drilled out from the ground, and suddenly pushed out an iron cone.

  In an instant, the red light flickered violently, and the entire Dragon Gate Formation flashed wildly. The formation was in great disorder, especially in front of Tian Linger, where a hole more than one person high suddenly burst open.

  Inside the red light screen, a strange beast Qiu Niu let out a long roar, shaking the earth, and with a single foot, it charged towards here.

  Tian Lingers face was filled with joy, just about to recall the magical treasure Hu Po Zhu Xiang, when suddenly she heard Zhang Xiao Fan shouting behind her in a low voice: "Master sister, be careful!"

  She was startled, suddenly lifted her head, and saw that the huge beast had rushed to the front, with a loud crash, its massive body heavily collided with the light screen.

  At this time, the Kunlong Que Fa array was already in disarray. With a single impact from this massive force, the originally small cave suddenly expanded several times larger, almost to the point where the Qiu Niu could come out. Meanwhile, the red light flickered wildly, radiating outward in all directions, and actually deflected the Ghost Kings body, which was pouncing down, to one side.

  At this moment, the Qiu cow opened its huge eyes, emitting a fierce light in all directions. It didnt care that Tian Linger had shaken this strange formation, and let out a loud "moo" as it swung its massive head and charged towards Tian Linger with its teeth bared.

  Tian Linger was shocked and pale, seeing a bloody basin with a big mouth rushing towards her, the smell of blood filling her nostrils, she was so frightened that she was stunned and didnt move at all.

  At this moment, the Qiu cow was about to break out of its enclosure, and with the momentum it had just demonstrated by killing over a dozen people while being trapped in the Cong Long Que, all the black-clad men retreated simultaneously. Only Zhang Xiaofan, shocked and gritting his teeth, charged forward, the green light of the fire poker flashing as he struck at the Qiu cows head.

  In the distance, Qinglong shook open Song Darens Ten Tigers Immortal Sword, unintentionally glancing in Zhang Xiaofans direction, just in time to see that fire poker charging towards Kui Niu. Suddenly, his body shook violently, almost losing consciousness, and he involuntarily shouted out: "This..."

  In the arena, the Qiu Niu was indeed an ancient strange beast. Feeling the treasures attack coming, it swung its massive head and directly rammed into the burning fire poker with a loud "Boom". The fire poker flew back, and Zhang Xiaofans body shook violently, feeling an overwhelming force that seemed to be pouring down from the sky, forcing him to retreat several steps in succession.

  Blocked by Zhang Xiaofan, Tian Linger had already come back to her senses, her face pale, and was about to retreat. Unexpectedly, the Qiu Niu tonight was also set up by these humans, and its unknown how many thousands of years it has lived, but it must have never had such an encounter before. It was in a state of extreme rage, and didnt care who the person in front of it was, wanting to kill first and then talk later.

  Just as Tian Linger retreated half a step, she barely managed to recall the amber-red silk just in time. That terrifying blood basin-like mouth was about to bite down on her head once again.

  In the distance, a crowd of people shouted in surprise. Su Rou and Qi Huan rushed out together with pale faces. Tian Bu Yi, who was the first to react, sprinted like lightning, but unfortunately, they were too far apart. Just as they were about to give up hope, they were still several zhang away, making it impossible for them to rescue her in time.

  But Tian Linger was not an ordinary person, and she was not willing to give up. In her desperation, she waved her hands repeatedly, and the amber-red silk ribbon flew out like a red dragon in the sky, blocking the beasts attack above her head. She hoped that by doing so, she could create an opening to escape. Meanwhile, Zhang Xiaofan, who was standing closest to her, also launched himself at the beast once again.

  Its unclear whether the red glow of the amber brocade was similar to the red glow of the dragon gate just now, but the furious color in the eyes of the Qiu cow became even heavier. With a loud roar, it bit down like Mount Tai pressing down.

  As soon as they came into contact, the outcome was clear. The giant mouth of the Qiu Niu pressed down on Tian Linger, its amber-red tongue pinning her to the ground. Her face turned deathly pale and her legs went limp, forcing her to sit down abruptly. Dust flew everywhere. Just then, she saw Zhang Xiao Fan rush up to her side and hastily cried out: "Xiao Fan, you must leave quickly!"

  Zhang Xiaofan had no idea that this strange beast was too powerful, and being its enemy would mean certain death. However, at the moment when the sky and earth changed color and the winds and clouds transformed, in front of that ferocious giant beast, that fragile womans figure appeared, calling out to him anxiously.

  You walk quickly

  The wind blows on my face.

  It seems like there is something surging and stirring deep in my heart!

  The familiar figure from childhood is now in front of you, the moments etched in your heart over the years are surging at that moment.

  What drives you crazy, what hurts you?

  Do you remember that sad skull in the Blood Drop Cave?

  Do you remember the fox spirit who jumped into the magma together in Huolong Cave?

  He took deep breaths, deeply panting.

  The world is quiet and still.

  He gripped the poker tightly and clenched his teeth as that young figure rushed forward.

  He charged forward like this, recklessly rushing in, bursting into the space between the giant beast and Tian Linger, opening his arms wide, shouting loudly, like a warrior rushing to his death, like a heroic figure filled with sorrow, merging with the fire poker as if 800 years of time had reappeared once more!

  Heartbreak is for whom?

  Who is crazy for?

  In the midst of the Qiu cows furious bellowing, he too was shouting loudly, as the burning firewood ignited an unprecedented brilliant light, as if it were a flame that burned with life itself, raging fiercely!

  Rumbling sound...

  The sky, a thunderclap has passed, shaking the heavens!

  Zhang Xiaofans knees went weak, and all seven orifices of his body started bleeding bright red blood, which quietly dripped onto the firewood.

  Stunned Tian Linger suddenly felt her body lighten, and she flew backward. It was Tian Bu Yi who finally arrived, pulling her out. As Tian Bu Yi hastily turned his head back, he saw that Zhang Xiao Fan had already been pressed under the cows body.

  The Qiu cow let out a loud roar towards the sky, its massive body suddenly rising into the air, and its huge single foot was about to trample Zhang Xiaofan. The momentum was so great that everyone present was shocked, even Tian Bu Yis face turned pale.

  Zhang Xiaofan was panting heavily, his entire skeleton seemingly on the verge of shattering. He slowly lifted his head, and in his line of sight, all he saw was the darkness pressing down from the sky!

  Right!

  I dont know, who dropped their weapon?

  Who is it again, despairingly crying out in the darkness?

  A golden, majestic light burst forth quietly, accompanied by a greenish-blue light.

  In the hands of the young man, on the fire poker, countless fine red blood threads, like tiny blood vessels, suddenly lit up together, under the shadow, as if burning life, fresh blood flowed!

  A golden light intertwined with cyan, suddenly burst forth from the fire poker, illuminating his face, slowly appearing in front of him, on the top of the fire poker, a Buddhist mantra appeared on that green bead.

  「」！

  Suddenly, as if born with this mantra, a cyan light flashing Taiji pattern appeared vaguely on the bottom of the "" character.

  Everyone was stunned!

  Besides the water buffalo!

  That furious giant had already trampled down irresistibly, the unavoidable youth, the youth facing death, stretched out both hands to resist upwards.

  Time seemed to have stopped for a moment.

  The heavens are desolate and the dark clouds are once again heavy with foreboding.

  There is a cool breeze blowing gently by.

  There are falling leaves, fluttering down.

  A figure suddenly appeared in mid-air, swooping down swiftly like lightning - it was the Ghost King. In an instant, he rushed to the ground, snatched the red iron awl that Tian Linger had forced out, and immediately inserted it into the sandbank. At the same time, his right hand stretched out, and with a swift slash on his left wrist, fresh blood spurted out, spraying onto the awl.

  In an instant, the red mang flashed, and on top of the mysterious dark red iron cone, red light burst forth in all directions. In the blink of an eye, it had already descended before the Qiu Niu fell, forming a connected light curtain in front of Zhang Xiaofan and around him, reactivating the Kunlong Que Formation.

  In mid-air, the Fulong Dings light was extremely brilliant, illuminating half of the sky.

  Rumble!

  In the midst of a deafening crash, the Qiu Cow collided with the red light screen, causing the Ghost Kings body to shake violently and retreat several steps. However, the Qiu Cow was also bounced back by the red light screen, and it immediately became enraged and charged again. But amidst the repeated loud crashes, it ultimately lost all its strength and could no longer break free.

  The Demon King slowly let out a breath, relaxing his body, and turned around to see the young man behind him still in a defensive stance, but the glow of the fire poker was gradually fading away. However, looking at his face, fresh blood flowed, with a hint of desolation.

  The Demon King gazed at him, Zhang Xiaofan slightly opened his mouth and also looked at him. Suddenly, the scene fell silent.

  "Mahāpraj?āpāramitā! This is Mahāpraj?āpāramitā!"

  Suddenly, from the distant rear, monks of Tianyin Temple poured out in large numbers. Including Fashan, all the monks were shocked and bewildered, pointing at Zhang Xiaofan and asking: "How did you cultivate our Tianyin Temples Great Brahma True Law?"

  Only he stood silently behind the excited crowd, gazing intently at Zhang Xiaofan in front of him, his eyes seemingly flashing with a hint of light.

  Zhang Xiaofan slowly turned around, as if every movement took all his strength, until he faced everyone.

  Tian Bu Yis face turned iron green, standing still, his hand grasping the Chi Yan Xian sword, with bulging veins, all the Qing Yun Men disciples looked at him as if they were seeing a monster for the first time, staring in shock at this boy covered in scars.

  From behind, as if a deep sigh of the King of Ghosts was transmitted.

  Tian Lingers face was deathly pale, she took a few steps forward, but suddenly stopped again. In the short distance between her and Zhang Xiaofan, it suddenly seemed so far away and uncrossable!

  "Xiao Fan..." She said softly, as if with a voice that even she herself no longer believed: "Are these masters telling the truth?"

  Zhang Xiaofans lips began to tremble, as if the deepest fear was rising from the depths of his heart. He looked at Tian Linger, then at his master, and finally at all the fellow disciples in the distance. Everyones face seemed so unfamiliar.

  He suddenly wanted to shout loudly, but opened his mouth and couldnt say a word!

  The evening breeze blew his clothes, gently fluttering.

  "Not bad, its indeed the Bloodsucking Bead, no mistake!"

  Suddenly, as if the nightmare had not yet awakened, another astonishing cry rang out again. The Blue Dragon stood beside him, his face full of astonishment.

  As soon as these words came out, everyone present, whether from the demonic sect or the righteous path, changed color.

  "The round bead at the top of his hand-held treasure, with blood threads wrapped around it, had just sucked in the Qiuniu cow, and must be the Blood Sucking Bead of the black-hearted old man from 800 years ago!"

  Everyone was in an uproar, each and every one of them had a look of shock on their face. Only Zhang Xiaofan couldnt hear anything anymore, not even a single sound. He felt that all the people around him were making such a big racket, countless people were questioning him, but he couldnt hear any of it!

  He slowly turned around, and the Ghost King had disappeared behind him at some point. In front of him, there was only the strange beast Qiu Niu trapped in the Confusion Dragon Gate formation, frantically struggling but ultimately standing still, letting out a desperate roar towards the sky!

  That sound echoed in the empty night sky, exceptionally desolate.

  Zhang Xiaofan slowly raised his head and looked up at the sky.

  That expanse of cold night sky! Dark and boundless, as if it makes one feel suffocated.

  He suddenly laughed, a desperate laugh, a silent laugh, his body shaking, falling straight down, heavily crashing to the ground.

  Before his eyes, a vast expanse of blackness seemed to stretch out endlessly, like the infinite darkness of night, pressing in on him from all sides.

  Then he fainted.

  Chapter Ten: You Ji

  This dream seems to have lasted for thousands of years.

  He walked alone in the darkness until he saw that village, a bright and familiar place. He ran towards it, those familiar faces smiling at him, joking with him.

  The fresh air seemed to sweeten his heart, letting him roll freely on the grassy field beside the village, laughing with abandon.

  Suddenly, many more children appeared around them and rushed over. That usually cheerful Xing Yu laughed and said: "Do you admit it? Do you admit it?"

  Believe it or not...

  He muttered to himself, as if repeating the words of years ago.

  The sky suddenly darkened, black clouds pressed down, low like the sky was falling, the people around suddenly disappeared, the distant warm village also disappeared, darkness descended upon the earth, only a faint beam of light shone on that frightened and helpless child.

  "He suddenly shouted: I give up, I give up..."

  Sat up with a start, drenched in sweat, panting uncontrollably.

  "Xiao Fan, whats wrong?" a familiar voice asked hastily, as if startled, grabbing Zhang Xiao Fans shoulder.

  Zhang Xiaofan gasped, looking to the side, Lin Jingyu sat in front of the bed, his face tense and pale, staring at himself. Zhang Xiaofan was stunned for a moment, looking around, this was a small guest room, simply furnished, with only ordinary tables and chairs and a wooden bed, he was lying on the bed now, covered with a thin quilt.

  He lowered his head, calmed himself down and said: "Nothing, I just had a nightmare."

  Lin Jingyu looked at him, his mouth twitching slightly as he slowly released his clenched fists.

  Zhang Xiaofan fell silent for a moment, then said: "Where are we?"

  Lin Jingyu hesitated for a moment before saying, "Weve already left Liubo Mountain and are now in Changhe City by the East Sea. This is a small inn in Changhe City."

  Zhang Xiaofan remained silent.

  The room suddenly became very quiet. After a while, Lin Jingyu suddenly said: "Xiao Fan, do you have anything to say to me?"

  Zhang Xiaofans shoulders seemed to shake slightly, and he looked up at him. This childhood playmate was now gazing deeply at himself, but the look in his eyes was strangely unfamiliar.

  He lowered his head again and said slowly: "No, Jing Yu."

  Lin Jings eyebrows furrowed tightly, she was about to say something, but ultimately swallowed her words.

  Another silence, Zhang Xiaofan spoke up: "How did we get back?"

  Lin Jingyu sighed and said, "That day on Liubo Mountain, after you fainted, everyone saw your... appearance, and they were all stunned. In the end, my master and Master Tian discussed it and took you back first. The Demon Sect seemed to be in some chaos as well, and their attention was focused on that strange beast, so they didnt obstruct us much, and we returned smoothly to Changhe City."

  Zhang Xiaofan fell silent for a moment, then said: "How long have I been like this?"

  "Its already been three days."

  Zhang Xiaofan fell silent again, and Lin Jingyu looked at him with a hint of annoyance in his heart, unable to help but blurt out: "Xiaofan, whats going on with you? How did you...?"

  "Surprise Feather!" Zhang Xiaofan suddenly shouted loudly, interrupting Lin Surprised Feathers questioning.

  Lin Jingyu was taken aback for a moment, staring at him.

  Zhang Xiaofans voice was also a bit hoarse, and he didnt look at Lin Jingyus expression or eyes, only lowering his head and saying in a low voice: "Dont ask anymore, dont ask again, okay?"

  Lin Jingyu gritted his teeth, stood up, looked at Zhang Xiaofan for a long time, and finally turned around to walk away. But just as he was about to reach the door, he suddenly turned back and said to Zhang Xiaofan: "Xiaofan, dont worry, no matter what reason you have, I believe in you! I will definitely ask Master to speak up for you!"

  Zhang Xiaofan sat on the bed, motionless, as if he hadnt heard anything. Lin Jingyu looked at him again and resolutely turned around to walk out. Outside the door, it seemed like someone was still standing there. Lin Jingyu exchanged a few words with them in a low voice, then his footsteps gradually faded away.

  The room is very quiet.

  It wasnt until much later that Zhang Xiaofan slowly lifted his head, pushed open the quilt, and saw that he was still wearing the same clothes he had worn on Liubo Mountain. It seemed no one had changed them for him. He subconsciously stretched out his hand to feel around the head of the bed, but suddenly stopped halfway.

  Its empty and deserted there.

  These years have been following his firewood stick, and now its gone without a trace.

  He sat there dazed, his lips trembling slightly.

  He suddenly jumped out of bed and ran straight to the door of this room, pulling it open with a jerk.

  The two people standing outside the door turned back in surprise, and they were Song Daren and Du Bishu.

  They saw Zhang Xiaofan, and the two of them also looked a bit strange. After a while, Du Bishu laughed dryly and said: "Little, little Shidi, youre awake?"

  A ray of sunlight from the sky behind them shone down and landed on Zhang Xiaofans face, causing him to suddenly feel a little dizzy, his body swaying slightly.

  Song Darens face changed, and he subconsciously wanted to go forward to support her, but his hand had just stretched out when it suddenly withdrew again.

  Zhang Xiaofan was stunned, staring at him, his big brother who had been pampering and loving him since childhood, with a pale face as white as paper.

  Song Darens mouth twitched, and he slowly said: "Younger brother, youre injured, its better to stay in the room and rest properly, dont go out and move around."

  Zhang Xiaofan slowly withdrew his body, just as he was about to turn around, suddenly couldnt help but ask: "Big Brother Master, where is my fire-starting rod?"

  Song Daren and Du Bishus faces changed, after a while, Song Daren said lightly: "Younger brother, your treasure has been temporarily taken away by Master, you dont have to worry about it."

  Zhang Xiaofan didnt say anything else, turned around and gently closed the door.

  In another corner of the inn, in a quiet room, Cang Song Dao Ren and Tian Bu Yi, along with Xiao Yi Cai, sat together.

  On the small round table between the three of them, a dark greenish-black incense stick was quietly placed.

  Suddenly, a hand reached out and took the fire poker away. It was Cang Song Dao Ren. He placed the poker in front of him and gently stroked it with his hand. When his fingers touched the Blood Devouring Bead at the tip, his eyes seemed to flash with a faint light. After a moment, he said softly, "So this is the Blood Devouring Bead?"

  Tian suddenly let out a cold hum.

  Xiao Yicai looked at Tian Buyi and then at Cang Song Dao Ren, saying: "Two masters, what should we do now? Please enlighten us."

  Cang Song Dao Ren glanced at Xiao Yi Cai and said calmly, "Xiao Shixiong, youve always been good at planning and decision-making. Why dont you say something?"

  Xiao Yicai shook his head and said: "This matter is too big, I dont know what to say!"

  Cang Song Dao Ren glanced at Tian Bu Yis iron-green face and said, "Now the most troublesome thing is those Taoist friends from Tian Yin Temple. They keep asking us how Zhang Xiao Fan could cultivate the Great Brahma Wisdom True Method. Their momentum is overwhelming. If it werent for the leader, Fa Xiang, who still understands some reason and is trying to suppress them, Im afraid they would have demanded that we hand over Zhang Xiao Fan already!"

  "They want to take people? They have to wait until weve investigated clearly first. My disciples having trouble also doesnt concern them, its not their turn to intervene."

  Cang Song Dao Ren furrowed his brow, wanting to say something else, but Xiao Yi had already spoken up: "Speaking of which, Master Tian, this morning I ran into Li Shixiong from Fenxiang Valley, and he also...he also asked us for someone!"

  Cang Song Dao Ren was taken aback, Tian Bu Yis eyes rolled over in anger and he said: "What do you want with Huo Xiang Gu again?"

  Xiao Yicai said in a low voice, "Master Tian, please calm down. To be honest, I also think that the matter of Burning Incense Valley is unjustified. Li Xuan, Master Lis brother, told me that on that day, he and Zhang Shidi entered the Black Stone Cave together to investigate a treasure of theirs in the lair of a group of demonic foxes. As a result, Zhang Shidi arrived first, and when they arrived, they only saw that the demonic foxes were dead, but the treasure was nowhere to be seen. However, Zhang Shidi said he had not seen the treasure before. At that time, they already felt it was strange. Now it seems that it is likely that Zhang Shidi...".

  "Bang", a loud noise, but Tian Bu Yis anger was not so easily assuaged, one palm heavily slapped on the table, only to hear "Ka Ka" several sounds, this table shook violently, and fell down, the table legs had been shaken off by that slap.

  Xiao Yicais face was slightly awkward, Cang Song Dao Ren furrowed his brow and snorted, saying: "The people of Fengxiang Valley are clearly not well-intentioned. This kind of investigation without evidence is not worth paying attention to."

  Xiao Yizai nodded and said, "Actually, we can just shirk the responsibility here in Fengxiang Valley, but this time Zhang Shidi is in front of everyone... uh, many fellow Taoists are asking our Qingyun Gate to come out and explain why an evil object from 800 years ago would appear on one of our disciples body?"

  The field was clenched into a fist, and from time to time, there were slight slapping sounds. His face looked extremely ugly, and he cursed in a low voice: "This little beast!"

  "Brother Tian, dont be too angry, no one could have anticipated this. But now the situation is too severe, involving both the Tianyin Temple and the Demon Sect. This matter is of great importance, I think we should hurry back to the mountain and report to Master Shixiong for further instructions!"

  Tian didnt easily calm down, but after many years of cultivation, he forcibly suppressed the anger in his heart and nodded: "Alright, lets set off immediately." As he spoke, his gaze shifted to the burning firewood stick in Cang Songs hand.

  Unexpectedly, Cang Song Dao Ren smiled slightly and put the fire poker into his own arms.

  Tians face changed, and Xiao Yi also furrowed his brow beside him, saying: "Master Cangsong, this treasure..."

  Cang Song Dao Ren waved his hand at him, turned his head to Tian Bu Yi and said: "Tian Shidi, your disciple has caused such a big trouble, its already made our Qing Yun Men lose face in front of the righteous path, and also offended the Tian Yin Temple. As a master, you may have to take some responsibility?"

  Tian furrowed his brow and narrowed his eyes, saying coldly, "Whats it to you?"

  "I am the one in charge of punishment at Qingyun Gate. With this evidence placed here, I suppose you wouldnt have any ideas, would you, Tian Shidi?"

  Tian Bu Yi stared at Cang Song Dao Ren for a while, then suddenly stopped in his tracks and stormed out in anger.

  The streets in Changhe City were still as peaceful and bustling as usual, with people coming and going.

  On Monday, Xian and Xiaohuan stood at a street corner, looking at the signboard of "Donghai Inn" hanging on the door of a small inn in front of them, both frowning.

  Xiao Huan licked the ice sugar gourd in her hand, making a satisfied "tsk tsk" sound, and then casually asked Zhou Yixian: "Grandpa, are you sure that the people from Qingyunmen live here?"

  Monday Fairy nodded and said, "Nonsense, didnt you see the people coming in and out of the door? They are all cultivators. When they go to Liubo Mountain, its been a long time. This time they came back, who knows what the result is?"

  Xiao Huan gave him a sideways glance and said, "I really dont understand you. If I say youre from the Qingyun Sect, you yourself dont dare to acknowledge it; but if I say youre not, then why are you so concerned?"

  "On Monday, Xianyi was furious and said: Although I, Grandfather, am not willing to recognize these younger generations of the Qingyun Gate, it is because I have long seen through the worldly affairs and am willing to live a life of poverty and wandering, doing something for the people of the world."

  The little ring turned around and left.

  Xian swallowed the boastful words, hummed a sound, took one last look at the Donghai Inn, and turned to leave.

  "You still have the nerve to say that, originally we also wanted to go to Liubo Mountain to take a look, but as a result, after asking for more than ten days on the east coast, we couldnt even find a boatman to take us there."

  On Monday, Xian felt embarrassed and laughed dryly, saying: "These boatmen are ignorant, how can they not even know where Liubo Mountain is? Theyre all good-for-nothings!"

  While saying that, he thought to himself that constantly bringing up these matters would only make him lose face in front of his granddaughter, so he changed the subject and casually said: "I wonder if that guy Zhang Xiaofan will die on Liubo Mountain this time?"

  Xiao Huan glared at him and said, "Dont talk nonsense. Ive read his palm before. Although this persons fate is unusual and has a demonic aura, his lifespan has nothing to do with his luck, and hes not a short-lived person."

  On Monday, Xian Hehe smiled and said to Xiao Huan, "Speaking of which, Im getting more and more curious about what he saw in that ancient well under the full moon outside the Black Stone Cave back then."

  She smiled and said, "You still remember?"

  Monday Xian nodded and said: "Not bad, I want to know that the chaotic demons appearance is one in ten thousand, now Im more curious about that guy!"

  Xiao Huan nodded repeatedly and smiled: "Actually, I am too..."

  The two of them were laughing and chatting, momentarily forgetting what was ahead. Suddenly, they discovered a figure in front of them and almost collided with it. They were startled and quickly stopped themselves, barely managing to steady their footing. Zhou Yixian angrily shouted: "What are you doing?!"

  Just as he was about to finish speaking, his voice suddenly became hoarse. Xiaohuan was startled and looked forward, only to be frightened again. There were two people standing in front of them. The one in the lead was a beautiful young girl wearing a green dress, who turned out to be Biyu, the very person who had caused them so much trouble. Behind Biyu stood another woman, dressed entirely in black, with her face covered by a black veil, making it impossible to discern her features.

  Monday Xianqian laughed twice, saying repeatedly: "It was my fault, it was my fault..." As he spoke, he winked at Xiaohuan. Although Xiaohuan was young, she was very clever and immediately understood. The two were about to turn around and run when they suddenly felt weightless, only to find themselves being lifted up by the two women, one on each side. Their vision blurred as they were spun around several times, with people and streets whirling upside down. When they came to their senses, they found themselves in a quiet, deserted alleyway.

  On Monday, Xian wiped the sweat from his forehead, knowing that the girl in front of him was far more powerful than himself. He really didnt know what kind of suffering he would have to endure this time. For now, he could only put on a bitter face and say: "Miss, I... it was my fault that day. Ah! Ill return all the silver to you, please be magnanimous and spare us!"

  Bi Yaos eyebrows furrowed slightly. Since returning from Liu Bo Shan, her complexion had been somewhat haggard. She glared at Zhou Yi Xian and said, "Who wants your silver? Ill ask you a few questions, and youd better answer me honestly."

  "Miss, please ask me anything and Ill answer truthfully. Is it about your wealth, longevity or marriage? These are my specialties, let me calculate a divination for you..."

  He spoke more fluently, but unexpectedly felt a small hand constantly pulling his clothes from the side. He turned back in surprise and said, "Whats wrong?"

  Xiao Huan wiped away her sweat, gave him a white eye, and smiled apologetically at Bi Yao: "This one, hmm! Beautiful big sister, what do you want to ask us?"

  Bi Yao fell silent for a moment before asking, "What were you guys looking at just now outside the East Sea Inn?"

  Zhouyi Xian and Xiaohuan exchanged a glance, saying: "N-nothing! We just happened to be passing by, saw many people practicing Taoism there, so we stopped to take a look."

  "So, are you saying that everyone from Qingyun Gate is living there?"

  Xian nodded on Monday and said, "It seems so!"

  Bi Yao fell silent again, and after a long while, she said: "Did you... did you see that young disciple of Qing Yun Men who saved you once before?"

  The girl nodded slightly, and immediately understood, saying: "Miss is referring to that young man named Zhang Xiaofan, right?"

  Bi Yao didnt expect them to know Zhang Xiaofans name, nodded and said: "How is it, you saw him?" A few points of concern also appeared on his face.

  Zhouyi Xian and Xiaohuan shook their heads simultaneously on Monday.

  Bixiao suddenly felt a little disappointed, looking at him wanting to say something else, but suddenly seemed uninterested, waving his hand: "You guys go!"

  Zhouyi Xian and Xiaohuan were like listening to celestial music, immediately thanked her and quickly walked towards the end of the alley. Unexpectedly, just a few steps out, Biyao suddenly said: "Wait a minute."

  Xians heart skipped a beat on Monday.

  "Earlier on the street, you mentioned that outside the Black Stone Cave there is a well called Full Moon Well, what does that mean?"

  Xian finally put his mind at ease and hurriedly told the story of the Full Moon Ancient Well, ending with: "Hmmm! Thats right, legend has it that on a full moon night, if one gazes into the Full Moon Ancient Well, they will see the person they love most!"

  Bixiaos face changed, and she stopped speaking, staring blankly into space. Zhou Yixian was still thinking about this unpredictable girl and what other strange questions she might have when he was suddenly pulled by Xiaohuan. Seeing Xiaohuan making eye contact with him, he came back to his senses. The two of them slowly walked out, while Bixiao and the mysterious black-clothed woman beside her did not stop them.

  After a while, only Bi Yao and the mysterious woman with a black veil over her face were left in the quiet alley.

  "Yao Niang, who do you think Mother saw?" As soon as the words left her mouth, Bi Yao suddenly let out a bitter laugh, with a few hints of sourness in her smile: "Actually, theres no need to say, it must be that Ling Er Shijie of his. If not, then it would be that peerless beauty, Tian Yun, who wields the Tian Huan sword, my fellow disciple from Qing Yun... what am I compared to them?"

  The mysterious woman called "Yao Mei" by Bi Yao said faintly, "Dont be like this, these men, sometimes they dont even understand their own hearts!"

  Bi Yao closed her eyes for a moment, then opened them again with a hint of pleading in her gaze. She turned to the woman in black and said, "Aunt Yu, I want to go see him."

  The woman in black immediately shook her head and said, "No."

  "Bixiao sighed and said: Yu Niang, his current situation is really between life and death. I, I, my heart cant put it down!"

  The woman in black let out a soft sigh and said, "Father knew that you would act recklessly, so he instructed me to keep an eye on you. Now, many powerful experts from the Qingyun Gate are gathered at this inn, if we rush in rashly, it will be difficult to avoid trouble." As she spoke, her voice also carried a hint of pity and she said softly, "Yaoer, theres still a long way to go, well definitely see him again someday."

  Bixiao stood there in a daze, and after a long while, she said: "But, but he committed great taboos of the righteous way, will they...will they just kill him like this?"

  The woman in black frowned and shook her head, saying: "Biqiao, wake up a bit, youre not usually so muddled. Zhang Xiaofan is now suspected of having a connection with our Holy Church because he possesses the Blood-Drinking Bead, and on top of that, hes actually cultivated the Great Brahma Wisdom of Tianyin Temple - this is truly no small matter! If we cant investigate it clearly, Tianyin Temple wont be able to let bygones be bygones with Qingyun Gate. I reckon Qingyun Gate will definitely take Zhang Xiaofan back to Qingyun Mountain and have Daoxuan personally interrogate him and give Tianyin Temple an explanation, so for now, nothing will happen!"

  Bixiao subconsciously bit her pale lower lip, but after a long time, she still didnt see any reaction from her.

  The woman in black looked at her with a hint of heartache, gently stroking her hair and softly comforting her: "Dont worry, dont worry, didnt your father say so too? He wont just sit back and do nothing."

  Bixiao nodded silently, then suddenly raised her head, grasped the black-clothed womans hand and urged: "Yao Auntie, I know youve long since stopped intervening, but please, for my sake, help him too!"

  The woman in black fell silent for a moment, her gaze lightly shifting away, looking towards the outside of the alley.

  Biyao called out again: "Yu Niang!"

  The woman in black seemed to sigh softly and said, "Alright! If Master decides to save him, Ill help this time."

  Bi Yao was overjoyed.

  The woman in black smiled, but her smile was hidden behind the veil, and no one could see it, just like no one could see the ripples that stirred deep within her heart.

  That dark and murderous night, when the young man resolutely disregarded life and death to pounce on that ferocious giant beast, she was also moved in the darkness!

  Faintly remembered, many years ago, that white-clad figure like snow.

  Even their facial expressions seemed to have a few similarities...