Chapter 237 - On Wuzhi Peak, Where Are There Any Normal People?
Zhenmo Mountain was incredibly majestic, towering into the clouds.
But overall, it appeared gray and dreary, giving off a very oppressive feeling.
When Ye Yu arrived at this place, he found that the leaders of the other four sacred lands had already arrived early.
Behind them stood a man and a woman each.
Judging by their appearance, these people were likely the saints and saintesses of the four major sacred lands.
In addition, dozens of formation masters were gathered around, working together to set up a grand array.
From their techniques, it was clear they were setting up the Eight Desolations Demon Prison Array.
The power of this formation was decent, but it had many requirements and wasn’t highly recommended in normal situations.
On the way here, Luo Ze had told Ye Yu that they would be prepared for both scenarios!
If Ye Yu, Yun Roumu, and the others failed, and even the combined power of the Heavenly Thunder Destruction Talisman and the sealing force couldn’t kill Lin Fengyuan, then they should abandon everything and flee the Zhenmo Mountain.
At that point, the leaders of the sacred lands would take over the battle, fighting Lin Fengyuan to the end!
It was likely that the Eight Desolations Demon Prison Array was specially prepared for the worst-case scenario.
Under normal circumstances, if Luo Ze had told Ye Yu about such a dangerous mission, there’s no way Ye Yu would have agreed to come.
But the words of Hongluan still echoed in his mind.
“This is an opportunity for you. Don’t let it go to waste.”
Ye Yu was really curious. What kind of opportunity could there be on Zhenmo Mountain?
While he was pondering, Luo Ze had already started calling for assembly.
Under the request of the various sacred land leaders, the five saints and five saintesses, including Ye Yu, gathered together.
Then, they introduced themselves to each other.
“Tianxu Mountain Saint, Zhou Qifan!”
“Tianxu Mountain Saintess, Zeng Ling!”
“Flying Cloud Pavilion Saint, Liu Ge!”
“Flying Cloud Pavilion Saintess, Yuan Mingjing!”
“Qiling Valley Saint, Lu Anqing!”
“Qiling Valley Saintess, Du Cang!”
“Xiaoyao Palace Saint, Qi Huan!”
“Xiaoyao Palace Saintess, Hou Zhizhi!”
“Azure Cloud Sect Saint, Ye Yu!”
“Azure Cloud Sect Saintess, Yun Roumu!”
Since they were about to fight side by side, it would be awkward not to at least know each other’s names. Otherwise, it would feel too distant.
However, in Ye Yu’s eyes, whether or not they knew each other’s names was irrelevant. They were heading to the battlefield, not there to make friends.
Besides, everyone was meeting for the first time. Even if they knew the names, they couldn’t trust each other’s back just like that.
They were just chance acquaintances— no need to take it so seriously.
Ye Yu scanned the crowd, and his brows slightly furrowed.
Though the appearances of the other four saintesses were quite remarkable, they were clearly a level below Yun Roumu.
Wow, you really don’t know the difference until you compare. With these saintesses as a backdrop, Yun Roumu seemed even more stunning.
Sensing Ye Yu’s gaze, Yun Roumu felt a surge of joy in her heart.
For a woman, the greatest achievement was capturing the gaze of the man she liked.
Love is a two-way street. Since Ye Yu had cast his gaze her way, she had to respond in kind!
Yun Roumu took a step forward. Looking at Ye Yu, who was just inches away, she was about to speak when someone stepped in first.
Luo Ze deliberately cleared his throat twice before speaking in a deep voice, “Let’s set off. Remember what your sect masters instructed you before departure. Give it your all!”
Everyone immediately nodded in agreement and headed toward the Zhenmo Mountain.
As Luo Ze watched their departing figures, a thousand thoughts raced through his mind.
If he had a choice, he really wouldn’t want Yun Roumu to be in such danger. But as the Saintess of the Azure Cloud Sect, that was her duty.
As for Ye Yu, his presence on this mission was completely unexpected.
Honestly, Luo Ze couldn’t understand. Why did Hongluan push Ye Yu to become the Saint at this critical moment? Wasn’t she afraid of any potential mishaps?
Luo Ze’s expression grew increasingly grave.
At this point, Tang Shaojin, the sect leader of Tianxu Mountain, stepped forward, standing beside him. He asked softly, “Sect Leader Luo, didn’t Elder Hongluan come?”
Luo Ze shook his head slightly.
Tang Shaojin immediately showed a bitter smile, “Sect Leader Luo, you’re confused. How could you not call Elder Hongluan for such a critical moment?”
“If she were here, even if the demon Lin Fengyuan really broke through Zhenmo Mountain, we would still have a great chance to completely annihilate him!”
Luo Ze let out a long sigh as he looked up at the sky.
He understood Tang Shaojin’s point.
Hongluan was indeed very powerful. So powerful it could be described as outrageous.
In the past, this woman had indeed suppressed the entire cultivation world for an era, making everyone look up to her!
Though she had been dormant for thousands of years, if she were here, everyone could be at ease.
But the crux was, Hongluan only did what she wanted to do. What she didn’t want to do, no one dared to force her.
Hongluan knew the time for the gathering at Zhenmo Mountain. If she hasn’t come by now, it’s very likely she won’t come at all.
Luo Ze looked at the Zhenmo Mountain ahead.
After pondering for a long time, he finally decided to take out the communication stone and try to contact Hongluan.
Even if it was just for the safety of a few juniors, Luo Ze felt it was necessary to make an effort.
“Senior Sister, the saints and saintesses from the five great sacred lands have all entered Zhenmo Mountain. Aren’t you coming to check it out?”
After a long silence on the other end, a drunken voice finally replied.
“I was planning to, but I drank too much, so I think I’ll pass. Anyway, with that Ye Yu fellow there, nothing too serious should happen!”
Hearing this, Luo Ze’s expression turned quite strange.
“Senior Sister, Ye Yu has only been cultivating for a few years. His strength is still quite limited—what could he possibly do?”
“Limited strength? Little Luo Ze, Ye Yu’s power is by no means inferior to yours. Plus, with the Heavenly Thunder Destruction Talisman, he can handle it! Relax!”
Hongluan’s words struck Luo Ze like a bolt of lightning.
Ye Yu, who was still an outer disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect six months ago, having joined the Wuzhi Peak just half a year ago….And now it’s said his strength is not below that of this sacred land’s sect leader.
How could that be possible? In the entire cultivation world, there had never been anyone who progressed at such a speed!
Luo Ze even doubted whether Hongluan had drunk too much spiritual wine and was now babbling nonsense.
“Senior Sister, you’re not joking, are you? Ye Yu is just a disciple. Under normal circumstances—”
Before Luo Ze could finish his words, Hongluan interrupted him.
“What normal or not normal! On my Wuzhi Peak, where are there any normal people? Burp!”
The final long burp made it clear that Hongluan had indeed drunk quite a lot.
The communication stone in his hand gradually dimmed, and a smile appeared on Luo Ze’s face.
Indeed.
On Wuzhi Peak, who could be considered normal?
Ye Yu! I hope you’re truly as strong as Senior Sister claims!
Hmm, wait a minute!
If Ye Yu’s strength is really on par with mine, doesn’t that mean that if he insists on being with Yun Roumu, I would be powerless to stop it?
Thinking of this, Luo Ze suddenly became melancholic.