Chapter 133: Four-Winged Black Devil Insect (First Update)

  PS: Supplementing yesterday's third update, there are still three more updates coming!

  After Zi Yechen and Shi Potian's sparring ended, the disciples of the major sects had basically all crossed hands with each other, and one by one they didn't have any intention of making another move.

  "Yeshidi, are you alright?!" Luo Hanshan saw Ye Chen's poor complexion and thought he was suffering from severe aftereffects of using Lianxin Yijian.

  Ye Chen shook his head, "It's just a small matter, don't worry about it, Luo Shixiong."

  Lu Hanshan said: "From now on, it's better to use this trick less often. It's too dangerous, either the enemy dies or I die."

  "Thank you for your concern, Master Luo."

  Luohan Mountain is a good person, not arrogant or impatient, not angry or discouraged, kind to others, and has never put on the airs of Second Master Brother or Sect Master's son, giving people a very warm feeling.

  Luo Hanshan smiled and said: "You are a treasure of my Liuyun Sect, I don't care about anything else."

  Upon hearing this, the Great Elder and Fourth Elder also smiled slightly.

  The sun slowly sets in the west.

  The performance is gradually coming to an end.

  "Everyone, the performance may be over, but the celebration banquet has not ended yet. There will be a dinner party tonight, and I hope everyone can attend."

  "It's rare to come to Emerald Valley, no need to rush to leave."

  "Since there's still a feast waiting for us, let's have a good time!"

  "Mr. Zhuanggu can rest assured, I will definitely attend the banquet."

  It's getting late now, and it's not suitable for traveling. Everyone didn't decline, preparing to spend a peaceful night in Feicui Valley and set off early the next day.

  ……

  The dinner was very sumptuous and everyone ate with relish.

  In a secret grand hall in Feicui Valley.

  The hall was brightly lit, illuminating the surroundings. The elders of the four major sects were seated, with the first seat being occupied by Zhuang Qingxian, the master of Feicui Valley. Next to him sat two other inner valley elders of Feicui Valley.

  Zhuang Qingxian glanced at everyone and said, "The reason for gathering a few people to attend this meeting is that there is something big to announce."

  Nan Luo Zong's elder was a beautiful woman with a lingering charm. She was about thirty-five years old and said, "I don't know what big deal is related to the five major sects?"

  "Related to the Five Great Sects?"

  The beautiful woman's words fell, and the others seemed to be thinking deeply, their faces becoming solemn.

  Zhuang Qingxian nodded, "Indeed, it's related to the Five Great Sects, but it's not that serious for now. Half a month ago, my Jade Valley intelligence disciple accidentally found a branch of the Corpse Ghost Mountain, although he couldn't infiltrate, but judging from the perimeter defense, it's undoubtedly one of the important strongholds of the Corpse Ghost Mountain, specifically used to train the new generation of Corpse Ghost Mountain ghost guards."

  Corpse Ghost Mountain Branch!

  Ghost Guardian!

  Everyone gasped in shock, and the scene of the previous massacre at the gate was still vivid in their minds.

  The Corpse Ghost Path Master was one of the 108 Great Ghost Generals of the Nine Underworld Sect in those days, with strength as deep as the ocean. Although he is currently severely injured and has not yet recovered, unable to reach his peak. However, it's not that the masters of various sects can match him, even if they join forces, it won't work. The Corpse Ghost Path Master used to live on the Corpse Ghost Mountain, but later a great war broke out, and the Corpse Ghost Mountain was destroyed, no longer existing. Its name, however, remained, becoming a synonym for the power of the Corpse Ghost Path Master.

  Under the command of Shi Gui Dao Ren, in addition to the five loyal ghost servants, there were also a large number of ghost guards. The ghost guards are divided into four levels: the lower-level ghost guards have the lowest strength, equivalent to a late-stage condensed true martial artist; mid-level ghost guards are equivalent to an early-stage embracing yuan martial artist; high-level ghost guards are equivalent to a mid-stage embracing yuan martial artist, and above that are top-level ghost guards at the late stage of embracing yuan. Within each level of ghost guard, there is also a ghost guard captain with the highest strength among the same level of ghost guards.

  If that's all, there's no need to worry too much. After all, cultivation doesn't rise so easily, and training ghost guards isn't something that can be done in a day or two.

  He is only a mediocre Ghost Dao cultivator, ranking in the middle of the 108 Great Ghost Generals, and his actual strength is not superior. He relies on training ghostly guards' techniques. He somehow obtained a secret scroll that can stimulate human potential, allowing ordinary people to have cultivation speeds that surpass those of geniuses. In just a few years, they will achieve some success. However, there are advantages and disadvantages. Due to the intense stimulation of potential, the ghostly guards who cultivate this scroll basically do not live past 40 years old. Those who do live past 40 will have their bodies decline prematurely, equivalent to exchanging today for tomorrow, seeking temporary strength.

  It's precisely because of this that the Corpse Ghosts and Mountain Ghosts are one by one, cruel and merciless, doing all sorts of evil things, wanting to enjoy everything they can before the age of 40, without any scruples.

  The Great Elder of Beixue Manor said: "Does the Manor Master mean to destroy the Corpse Ghost Sect's branch?"

  "That's right, we can't let the Corpse Ghost Sect rise again. We must think of every way to weaken their power before they fully recover, otherwise in a few years, the five major sects and the entire Tianfeng Kingdom martial arts world will face a disaster."

  Feicui Valley is the leader of the five major sects. In addition to suppressing the other four major sects, they also need to eliminate all crises in Tianfeng Country. Otherwise, they will be the first to suffer misfortune.

  The Great Elder of the Flowing Cloud Sect nodded, "That's right, I agree with Master Zhuang's proposal. Is there any plan? Moreover, the strength of the Corpse Ghost Mountain branch is still unclear, and a reckless attack may lead to unexpected situations."

  Ziyang Sect's five elders sneered, "When did Liuyun Sect become so timid? It's just a branch of the Corpse Ghost Mountain, how strong can it be?"

  The four tall and majestic elders retorted: "Unless you want Ziyang Sect to take the lead!"

  "When facing external enemies, the five major sects should advance and retreat together. Our Ziyang Sect taking the lead is not a bad precedent, let's not mention this matter again." The five elders of the Ziyang Sect's faces twitched as they glared at the fourth elder of the Liuyun Sect.

  Nan Luo Zong's elder shook his head and said, "Let's hear what Zhuang Guzhu has to say."

  Zhuang Qingxian sorted out his thoughts, "I think the five major sects should each dispatch a portion of their forces, unite and attack the Shi Gui Mountain branch. Each force must have at least three late-stage Yuan Yuan realm cultivators, seven mid-stage Yuan Yuan realm cultivators, and fifteen early-stage Yuan Yuan realm martial artists, with a total number exceeding one hundred people. Of course, they can also bring some disciples along to temper themselves in the battle."

  "Alright then, let's do it! What time is the appointment?" The style of Beishan Villa had always been swift and decisive, just like their knife skills.

  August 8th!

  Zhuang Qingxian said, "Tomorrow morning, when you return, be careful. I suspect that someone from Corpse Ghost Mountain has infiltrated Emerald Valley and may not have good intentions towards you."

  If it weren't for the presence of the powerful enemy, Corpse Ghost Mountain, right under their noses, Zhuang Qingxian wouldn't have reminded them. After all, everyone present was a top elder from one of the four major sects, and losing even one would be a loss; let alone those talented disciples who could become pillars of their respective sects in the future.

  However, for the sake of long-term plans, Zhuang Qingxian had to speak out, otherwise, people would be suspicious of Feicui Valley on their way back and it would be even harder to unite in the future. To take a step back, Feicui Valley was the overlord of Tianfeng Country, one or two top inner door elders and geniuses were not enough to shake their foundation, there was no need to be overly cautious.

  Late at night.

  The starlight is dim, and the bright moon hides in the clouds.

  The earth is pitch black all over.

  A four-winged insect, shaped like a chopstick, flew out of a luxurious courtyard and disappeared into the distance in the blink of an eye.

  Green Willow Residence

  Under the crystal lamp, Ye Chen began to read the Sword Classic from the beginning again.

  This afternoon's battle was very beneficial to him, and his understanding of swordsmanship has deepened. Especially seeing the young generation of masters' cutting-edge skills, his vision has broadened a lot. He feels that he is far from reaching the limit he can achieve, and wants to gain some insight from the Sword Classic.

  As he flipped through the pages of the Sword Classic one by one, Ye Chen's eyes became even brighter.

  Other dwellings, the young generation who had participated in the afternoon sparring session did not sleep either. Like Ye Chen, they all gained a lot of insight and as long as they thoroughly digested these insights, they would inevitably be able to make further progress on the hundred-foot pole and surpass their original opponents who were about the same level as themselves.

  The night grew deeper, and the Jade Valley was quiet.

  ……

  Early in the morning, Ye Chen and his party bid farewell immediately and arrived at the entrance of Feicui Valley.

  Whoosh!

  A whistle containing true energy is blown out.

  A Tianfeng Vulture swooped down from a nearby mountain peak and landed in front of the five people.

  "On the windy sky, the old man said in a low voice: 'On the way back, nourish your spirit and be prepared for battle at any time.'"

  Luohan Mountain was shocked: "Great elder, what's going on?"

  The four elders shook their heads, "No need to ask more questions, maybe we're just being overly cautious."

  Upon hearing this, Ye Chen and the other two people's eyes flashed with a strange color. Could it be that something big had happened? Last night at the banquet, the master of Fei Cui Valley had called them over, presumably for this matter.

  The hawk soared into the clouds, its speed suddenly breaking the sound barrier, and disappeared in a flash.

  Afternoon hours.

  Tian Feng has already left Bi Lu Gu by about 20,000 miles.

  A strange insect brushed past Tian Fengchou, catching Ye Chen's attention. Soon, several more of the same insects were discovered, possibly because Tian Fengchou was moving too fast and the insects were relatively small, so neither Da Zhanglao nor Si Zhanglao noticed them.

  When he found the ninth worm, Ye Chen couldn't help but say: "Great Elder, what's going on with these worms?"

  The Great Elder turned his head to look at Ye Chen, seeing that he was not joking, and hastily stopped the Heavenly Wind Crane. His gaze swept across, and immediately discovered a chopstick-like insect in the distance.

  "Come over!"

  He stretched out his hand and beckoned, and that chopstick-like insect was sucked into the hands of the elder without any resistance.

  Squeak squeak squeak...

  The insect was four inches long, with a thin and black body, its back had four pairs of thin and shiny wings, its head was a round ball, covered with compound eyes, looking extremely strange and frightening. At this time, the chopstick insect was struggling in the hands of the elder, trying to break through the true energy barrier and fly out again.

  Just one glance, and the Great Elder and Fourth Elder's faces turned gloomy.

  Four old men said in unison: "Four-winged black devil insect."

  Luo Hanshan exclaimed in surprise: "Could it be that one of the 108 great ghosts of the Jiuyou Sect, the Sigu Daoist's four-winged black magic bug, which is said to be extremely fast and can be used for reconnaissance, with a small body but the strength to rival a third-level demon beast?"

  He is the son of the master of Liuyun Sect and still remembers the events surrounding the siege of Jiuyou Sect back then. As soon as he heard the name of the chopstick-like insect, he immediately reacted.

  "Not bad, prepare for battle! Every move we make is under their surveillance, and now we should not be far from here." The Great Elder shouted.