Chapter 835: Chapter 835: 836 Minor Ghost World

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Li Xiaobai followed Ying Diao back to Second Peak, where Wu Chengjue, unaware of when she had received the news, was fully prepared. Surprisingly, she did not object to Ying Diao’s arrangements and appeared quite at ease.

“The Little Ghost Secret Realm is located in the central region of the Eastern Continent, hidden deep in the void, and can only be reached through a Formation.”

Ying Diao clapped the shoulders of the two, shifting stars and moving constellations, leading them into a Secret Realm near the Sword Sect. This Secret Realm was specially used for placing the Teleportation Formation. Usually, apart from disciples who needed to embark on long journeys, no one else would use it.

At this moment, in the Secret Realm, Elder Ouyang and a group of Elders were waiting in front of the Formation. Along with them were a few disciples they had selected: three from the Human Immortal Realm, three from the Earth Immortal Realm, and three from the Heavenly Immortal Realm, totaling nine disciples.

These were individuals who usually secluded themselves within the sect, specially summoned by the Elders.

“Sect Master, are you only bringing these two people?”

“One is a kid from the Human Immortal Realm, and the other is an unfamiliar face. This journey is no child’s play; such arrangements might be inappropriate.”

Elder Ouyang frowned and asked. Although he had heard of Wu Chengjue’s reputation, he had never met her, given that he and his disciples were not ones with sky-high Sin Values, and thus had no opportunity to interact with her.

“Indeed, we are here to seize resources for the Great Sect. Shouldn’t the selection of individuals be made more cautiously?”

“Those in seclusion on Sword Peak would be more reliable than these two!”

“Forgive my bluntness, but although Li Xiaobai is somewhat capable, all of his methods are underhanded and sneaky, hardly presentable.”

“In our confrontation with the Blade Sect, we must not only win but also demonstrate the elegance of our Sword Sect!”

A few disciples also expressed their concerns with furrowed brows. Apart from the disciples from the Human Immortal Realm who trembled without daring to speak much, the ones from the Earth Immortal Realm and the Heavenly Immortal Realm all questioned Li Xiaobai, their words imbued with hostility, since their fellow disciples had been suppressed by him into the lowliest of places.

“These two are sufficient!”

Ying Diao did not offer any further explanations and directly led everyone into the Formation, tracing divinity in the void with his hand to activate it.

“Senior Wu, isn’t there something quite inappropriate about this situation? I always feel like there’s something off,” Li Xiaobai whispered to the cold beauty beside him.

“I sensed that something was off early on, kid. Have you been set up?” Ji Wuqing poked her head halfway out from his embrace.

“If you knew about it, why did you come anyway?”

Wu Chengjue spoke indifferently, and the moment she opened her mouth, the temperature around them plummeted once again.

“Isn’t it because I thought there might be some gains to be made inside? Do you know something, Senior?”

Li Xiaobai continued to ask.

“When it’s time to run, run. Then there will be no problem.”

Li Xiaobai was suddenly speechless; this woman definitely knew something but simply wouldn’t say it.

He felt that if she was willing to comply so easily, she must have reached some agreement with the Sect Master.

“I am Situ Baoqi, Elder Ouyang’s Great Disciple, of the Heavenly Immortal Realm cultivation level. Immortal, may I know your name, where you reside, and who your master is?”

The young cultivator approached with hands clasped behind his back and a gentle smile on his face, his manner smooth and suave. His eyes flashed with intensity as he looked at Wu Chengjue.

Such a high-level beauty was rare to see on normal days, and being brought by the Sect Master implied her not low cultivation. She was an exceptional creature, and getting close to her would be marvelous.

Baoqi?

Li Xiaobai’s eyes were filled with an odd expression; in this day and age, there were still people who referred to themselves as treasures; wasn’t that term just plain silly?

“Wu Chengjue.”

The ice-cold beauty uttered three words and then fell silent again.

“Wu Chengjue?”

“Indeed, it is a beautiful name, full of poetic and pictorial splendor.”

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Situ Baoqi nodded and expressed his admiration. He always felt that the name sounded familiar, as though he had heard it somewhere before, but he couldn’t recall where at the moment. Maybe it was a similar term he had used in the past while composing poems with his beautiful, knowledgeable friends.

“Immortal, is this your first time visiting the Little Ghost Secret Realm? Although it’s a secret realm, it has all the essentials and is no different from an ordinary city. How about taking a lake excursion together to contemplate the natural ways of heaven and earth?”

“Hold your tongue! What status does Senior Wu possess that she would stoop to your level, you lowlifes? Stop causing a ruckus here and provoking Senior; you won’t like the consequences!”

Li Xiaobai spoke out sharply, showing no courtesy toward Situ Baoqi. Wu Chengjue was known for her unpredictable temper, and at this moment, without the old beggar by her side, who knew what would happen if she was angered.

“Scoundrel, Brother Baoqi is Elder Ouyang’s Great Disciple, with an esteemed status that allows him to sit on an equal footing with the Great Disciple of the Sword Sect. How dare you speak out of turn?”

“Young man, do you aspire to be a gallant protector? Unfortunately, your cultivation level is too weak. The incident of you injuring my fellow disciple from our peak has not been forgotten. Today, you’ve walked into the trap yourself. Once we arrive, you’ll realize just how vast the world is!”

“Immortal, you may not be aware, but this fellow, relying on his slight talent, has been strutting around Second Peak, so much so that he has almost forgotten his own name. Having the chance to enter the Little Ghost Secret Realm must be a fortune you’ve cultivated in your past life. This is the perfect opportunity for you to come to grips with yourself and understand the disparities in this world.”

“In the absence of a tiger in the mountains, the monkey proclaims itself king. Your so-called talent and pride are worthless in front of the strong. A leaping monkey, after all, is just a jumping-jack, and do make sure not to hold the rest of us back.”

Several disciples looked at Li Xiaobai with malice, speaking coldly.

“I will keep the teachings of my senior brothers in mind and will surely ask for guidance in the future.”

Li Xiaobai spoke calmly, his gaze sweeping over them, memorizing their features for future retribution.

“Silence!”

Elder Ouyang suddenly shouted. The Teleportation Formation began to activate. Normal formations required Immortal Stones as a resource to power them, but Ying Diao used purely the divinity of the Dao to connect to the Formation, which took some time but, invisibly, reduced the consumption of resources.

An ancient aura flowed within the Formation, and people felt as though they were standing amidst a field of ancient graves, each with a sword thrust into it, telling the tales of their previous victories.

As they were about to take a closer look, the scene vanished, and the surroundings flipped. They found themselves inside an inn.

This was the Little Ghost Secret Realm. Like Situ Baoqi had said, the realm operated its own economy, bustling and lively. It was not only a place for cultivators to explore but also a place where they could temporarily live, making it quite boisterous.

“Every transmission allows me to see the image of my Sword Tomb, no matter how many times I watch, it’s captivating.”

“Yes, if one could obtain an ancient sword, our combat power would probably improve by leaps and bounds immediately. Being able to cultivate in the Sword Sect is indeed our good fortune!”

Situ Baoqi and others expressed their emotions with a laugh, evidently regular visitors familiar with the place.

“Is this the Little Ghost Secret Realm?”

Li Xiaobai looked curiously at his surroundings, which somewhat resembled the Mortal World. The inn had a counter and attendants; the innkeeper was at the front desk receiving guests, and several groups of guests were happily drinking and chatting, giving off a lively neighborhood vibe.

“Did you see the picture of the Sword Tomb just now?”

Wu Chengjue suddenly asked.

“I did. Is there any significance to it?” Li Xiaobai asked.

“It is rumored that the Little Ghost Secret Realm evolved from an ancient sword, opening up a void to form its own minor world.”

“And so?”

“Just remember the image you saw earlier; you’ll understand in time.”

Li Xiaobai: …

This sister sure knows how to keep one in suspense.

“Sect Master Ying, the elders from the several major sects have already arrived in the upstairs private rooms. They are waiting to discuss how to deal with the disciples of the Blade Sect. Shall we discuss this together here, and let the younger generation mingle on their own downstairs?”

Hearing the commotion below, an elderly figure came down from upstairs.

“Shen Qinghe, take the disciples of the Sword Sect for a walk around.”