Chapter 415: Bring Her Back
Chen Pingping understood.
The general gist was that Li Qi had gone to carry out the mission Chen Pingping assigned him. Then, Earth Chicken, colluding with Mao Qiu, had secretly launched attacks, plundering one small faction after another.
When Li Qi learned of this, he tried every way to dissuade them, but Earth Chicken simply wouldn’t listen.
Left with no alternative, Li Qi had sought out Guang Xiaoyu, hoping she would intervene and stop Earth Chicken...
Unexpectedly, upon hearing about it, Guang Xiaoyu grew excited and immediately dragged Li Qi along to find Earth Chicken.
Later, Li Qi also succumbed; it couldn’t be helped, the temptation was simply too great.
Chen Pingping’s expression turned grim, his body rigid.
Beside him, Zhuge Wushuang couldn’t help but say, "This calamity seems to have finally passed. There shouldn’t be any more problems, right?"
"MHM!" Mo Wuwei nodded. "Chen, no need to be anxious. Xiao Yu and that chicken are only raiding some minor factions."
He thought that after the big show they had just put on, deploying three Saint Realm experts and revealing the Wuji Sect’s strength, surely no one would dare cause trouble for the Wuji Sect now.
However...
Li Qi seemed to recall something and added, "Xiao Yu and Little Master are planning to target second-tier factions."
Mo Wuwei’s smile froze. "Second-tier factions? What do you mean?"
"They’ll likely have Saint Realm experts," Li Qi stated.
"Stay calm. We have them too," Zhuge Wushuang said, taking a deep breath.
"They’ve even made plans to invade major factions in a month," Li Qi continued.
SWISH! SWISH! SWISH!
Everyone stared at him.
Li Qi’s voice trembled. "It’s not my fault! I’m already back. That’s Xiao Yu and Little Master."
The strongest combatants among the minor factions were merely at the Lord Realm. Considering the grand performance they had just staged, coupled with the terrifying reputation of the City of Extinction, these factions, even if they held grievances, likely wouldn’t dare show their faces here anymore. But second-tier factions were different; they would have Saint Realm experts. As for major factions, not only did they possess Saint Realm experts, but also individuals who had achieved Transcendent Sainthood, and some even had Quasi-Emperor Weapons for defense, along with various other powerful resources.
The group felt numb, cold sweat trickling down their backs.
"Damn that old hen," Chen Pingping ground out through clenched teeth.
"Master, you must act quickly! Otherwise, Little Master and Xiao Yu will actually attack the major factions!" Li Qi gasped, breathless.
THUD!
Hongxiu, who was standing nearby, fainted.
Chen Pingping’s face remained stern as he stared at Li Qi. "Have you cultivated the Stealth Skill?"
"ER!" Li Qi replied, "Yes!"
Chen Pingping pressed, "Who taught you?"
"Little Master."
"Have you also cultivated other Tao techniques?" Chen Pingping continued.
"Yes!"
"Who taught you?"
Realizing something was amiss, Li Qi began to tremble. "Xiao Yu."
Just as feared...
Hearing the name "Xiao Yu," Chen Pingping was utterly shaken. His body swayed as if he were about to collapse, and a wave of dizziness washed over him, making the world before his eyes seem unreal.
It was like being trapped in a dream. Xiao Yu taught him? Xiao Yu actually taught him? That girl is a Demon Cultivator! What on earth did she teach him?
THUD!
Chen Pingping, holding his breath, also fainted. His physical body began to disintegrate, dissipating like scattering motes of light.
The group was dumbfounded.
「In the ancient town.」
The real Chen Pingping spat out a mouthful of blood.
This is a disaster! That old hen is actually going to target the major factions! And Xiao Yu actually taught Li Qi cultivation methods? What did she teach him?
Jiang Ni’er looked worried. "Chen, what’s wrong?"
"I’m furious!" Chen Pingping’s face was dark.
She just uttered an "Oh," not asking further, as she didn’t know how to comfort him.
"AHHHH!" Chen Pingping paced back and forth, his entire body trembling.
Seeing this, the Fairy and the Scholar exchanged confused glances.
System Notification: The Devouring Sky Beast’s growth has increased to 8%. Reward: one thousand years of cultivation, with more to follow...
System Notification: Host’s realm has advanced to Lord, Third Heaven.
OH? Is it starting again?
Chen Pingping calmed himself and began to analyze the situation carefully.
He still refused to believe Guang Xiaoyu was that kind of person. Impossible. She was well-behaved, gentle, adorable, obedient, and sensible. How could she do something so outrageous? There had to be a hidden reason. Perhaps she was coerced by that old hen. Yes, that must be it.
As for Earth Chicken’s motives, Chen Pingping was rather perplexed. All the plundered resources had been devoured by Mao Qiu, so what was she after? Being a descendant of the Ancient Phoenix, what could she possibly lack? Could it be that the Southern Diaspora held the essence blood of an Ancient Phoenix? Was she searching for this blood? But half a year had passed with no reaction from the system; Earth Chicken’s bloodline purity hadn’t changed at all! Something wasn’t right. Could Earth Chicken genuinely be acting in the Wuji Sect’s best interests? Was she trying to use these methods to elevate the Wuji Sect’s reputation and establish its prominence? No, no, no, impossible. She wasn’t that benevolent.
Chen Pingping shook his head vigorously, dismissing these thoughts.
They wouldn’t be foolish enough to actually raid major factions, would they? The current Wuji Sect couldn’t afford to provoke those entities! I need to devise a plan.
While Chen Pingping was lost in thought, two figures strolled down Long Street. They blended into the crowd, largely unnoticed, except for the woman leading an old yellow cow...
Passersby glanced over, their curiosity piqued.
「Inside the inn.」
Chen Pingping finally regained his composure. Sensing Lao Huang’s aura, he subconsciously looked up and spotted Lao Huang and Zi Ji in the crowd.
MOO!
Lao Huang halted and let out a bellow towards the inn.
Zi Ji stroked its head, smiling. "Little Cow, what’s wrong?"
Lao Huang: "..."
Chen Pingping narrowed his eyes, quickly suppressing his own aura fluctuations. He then moved closer to Jiang Ni’er and whispered, "Did you see my junior sister?"
"Yes, I saw her," Jiang Ni’er nodded.
"Go find her later and tell her to bring Xiaoyu back to me," Chen Pingping instructed.
"Alright!"
He couldn’t reveal himself. If it became known that he was Chen Pingping of the Wuji Sect, moving freely in the Southern Diaspora would become incredibly difficult, let alone venturing into that terrifying Secret Realm with the Fairy.
A few minutes later, after Bai Yisheng and Zi Ji had walked past, Jiang Ni’er stepped out of the inn and quickly followed them.
"Huh?" The Scholar was astonished. "Where is she going?"
"Fellow Daoist, it’s time for you to fulfill your promise," Chen Pingping said with a faint smile.
"Let’s discuss this," the Scholar said, forcing a smile.
"No."
"But this Creation Divine Stick is..." the Scholar began.
"I said no," Chen Pingping interrupted.
"It’s my Destiny God Weapon! It’s not even suitable for you. What use would you have for it?" the Scholar argued, his face darkening. "How about this: what do you want? I can compensate you. Or even... would you consider cultivating at the First Court of Xian Valley? With my guarantee and recommendation, you could join right now."
"Oh really?"
"What do you want then?"
"Just give me an Emperor Weapon," Chen Pingping shrugged.
You bastard! The Scholar cursed internally. Aloud, he snapped, "If I had an Emperor Weapon, the first thing I’d do is suppress you!"
Chen Pingping looked indifferent. "So, you don’t have one. Therefore, please hand over your Destiny God Weapon."
"..."
"You’re not thinking of going back on your word, are you?" Chen Pingping squinted. "A genius from the First Court of Xian Valley, reneging on a promise? That wouldn’t sound very good if word got out, would it?"