Chapter 334: Loyally Unspeakable!

Compared to the soul-searching method of [Celestial Mother Transformation Profound Light] plus [Heaven-Mending True Scripture], the [Myriad Spirits Banner] transforming banner spirits could actually also achieve the effect of soul-searching.

But the latter had a flaw— the lack of autonomy.

Unless it was a banner spirit like Chen Xin’an or Patriarch Nether Whisper who voluntarily entered the banner while alive, most banner spirits would only act upon orders.

So soul-searching a banner spirit could only be done by “questioning”.

However, this easily led to a vicious circle.

Lu Yang: “Why didn’t you tell me this matter?”

Banner Spirit: “You didn’t ask.”

Lu Yang: “I didn’t know about it, how could I ask?”

Banner Spirit: “If you don’t ask, how do I know if you know or not?”

And then it became awkward.

So compared to the [Myriad Spirits Banner], Lu Yang still preferred letting Chen Xin’an handle it. After all, it concerned cultivation. Making him suffer a bit… I believe he can understand.

Jiangnan, Ten-Thousand-Man Pit.

This was where the Heavenly Court fragment fell. Clearly, the Sword Pavilion Perfected Lord did this intentionally, conveniently removing this nail planted by the Saint Sect in Jiangnan.

Seeing this, Lu Yang felt somewhat emotional. After all, in so many previous lives, although the Jiangnan Ten-Thousand-Man Pit changed hands once, it was eventually taken back by the Saint Sect without much damage. As a result, in this life, under his influence, this wonder was directly uprooted, leaving nothing behind.

But the Saint Sect probably won’t suffer a loss either.

The fact that Heaven Immortal Ming Hua and others sought him out was obviously the Saint Sect’s handiwork. The Saint Sect was probably the first force to invade the [Mystic Spirit World Realm].

In this situation, the Saint Sect definitely earned a fortune.

Instead, the Sword Pavilion lost quite a bit.

If not for this, the Saint Sect would absolutely not sit by and watch the Sword Pavilion fill the Ten-Thousand-Man Pit just like that.

Maybe, the Perfected Lords of both sides were making tacit deals with each other.

“Hmm?”

When approaching the Heavenly Court fragment, Lu Yang discovered that someone was already waiting there. The leader looked ordinary, but his brows radiated sharpness.

Perfected One Chong Guang!?

Almost simultaneously, Perfected One Chong Guang also noticed Lu Yang’s gaze and looked over.

“Hmm?”

The appearance of Lu Yang’s clone hadn’t changed. After all, this was the face molded from the beginning. Even if changed, it would be easily seen through.

Therefore, Perfected One Chong Guang recognized him at a glance.

Lu Yang frowned slightly upon seeing this, but didn’t care. After all, to Perfected One Chong Guang, he was an undercover agent whose heart was with the Saint Sect. Perfected One Chong Guang couldn’t expose him.

And even if he really exposed him, it didn’t matter.

After all, Perfected One Chong Guang was a Saint Sect Perfected One.

Would anyone believe a Saint Sect Perfected One?

So although he noticed Perfected One Chong Guang looking over, Lu Yang calmly met his gaze, looking like a gentleman with a clear conscience, which surprised Perfected One Chong Guang a bit.

Interesting… he is really an undercover?

[Perfected One Chong Guang] pondered in his heart, but his face showed nothing. He naturally slid his gaze away from Lu Yang, finally landing on Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon:

“Greetings, Fellow Daoist Vanquishing-Demon.”

Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon returned the courtesy: “Greetings, Fellow Daoist Chong Guang.”

Although he said so, a hint of doubt surfaced in Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon’s eyes. Clearly, he didn’t expect Perfected One Chong Guang to appear in this place at this time.

Shouldn’t he be in Jiangbei?

With the [Mystic Spirit World Realm] Heavenly Court divided into four, the Saint Sect gained the most and naturally became the target of public criticism. All sides sent people over to compete for fragments.

In this situation, as the Acting Sect Master of the Saint Sect, Perfected One Chong Guang actually didn’t choose to oversee Jiangbei, but ran all the way to Jiangnan to oppose the Sword Pavilion. It really made people doubt his motives. However, Perfected One Chong Guang had an excellent mental state, his expression calm like an ancient well, revealing no clues at all.

On the other side, Lu Yang also frowned.

Because he found that among the people brought by Perfected One Chong Guang from the Saint Sect this time, a gaze fell straight on him, making him feel somewhat uncomfortable.

The other party has malice…

Although the other party concealed it well, Lu Yang, who had cultivated the [Sea of Sorrow], was extremely sensitive to thoughts and emotions. He quickly captured the source of the gaze.

…Hmm?

Looking over, a familiar figure instantly came into Lu Yang’s view.

[Peak Master of Heaven-Mending Peak], Chen Taihe.

Lu Yang narrowed his eyes instantly upon seeing this, his heart instead stirring: It’s actually him? Truly enemies on a narrow road… But just in time!

In his previous life, his cultivation was still weak and he dared not confront the Heaven-Mending Peak Master head-on. He could only strike from the shadows when the latter was undergoing the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation, thus killing him. Although it counted as revenge for being pressed to death by a finger, it was still somewhat unsatisfying. Now is just the right time to send him to reunite with Chen Xin’an!

Thinking of this, Lu Yang didn’t indulge him, speaking righteously:

“What are you looking at, demon?”

His words were directed straight at the Heaven-Mending Peak Master, instantly making him slightly stunned. Clearly, he didn’t expect Lu Yang to detect his secret peeping.

But he also had his own pride.

Since he was called out, he simply stopped hiding. Stepping out directly, his lips barely moving as he transmitted his voice: “You cultivate [Pomegranate Wood]?”

Oh ho? Exposed?

Lu Yang didn’t answer, but realized in his heart: It seems this guy came long ago. Did he see the divine ability residue after I fought with Qi He?

Cultivators cultivating the same [Dao Fruit] are Dao Enemies!

This contradiction is not obvious at Initial Stage Foundation Establishment, and only slightly sharp at Middle Stage. Most Foundation Establishment Perfected Ones rarely fight because of this.

But for a cultivator like the Heaven-Mending Peak Master who aspires to become a Great Perfected One, it is very serious!

He couldn’t sit by and ignore it.

Especially when he discovered that Lu Yang’s aura was actually more perfect and pure than his. Given time, there might really be hope of surpassing him!

How could he tolerate this?

That was why he volunteered to stay in Jiangnan this time, participating in this operation to compete with the Sword Pavilion for the Heavenly Court fragments, all to eliminate Lu Yang in the chaos!

“What did that demon say to you?”

Just then, beside Lu Yang, Ye Guyue suddenly spoke faintly: “Don’t hide it. I could sense the fluctuation of that demon transmitting his voice to you just now.”

“Uncle, they definitely are colluding!”

Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon glanced sideways slightly.

Intentional… absolutely intentional by that old thing, Tianhe you bastard!

Lu Yang cursed loudly in his heart, but his face remained calm: “Senior, entering the Heavenly Court fragment this time, I am willing to hand over all gains, only asking to join the Sword Pavilion.”

“Don’t change the subject!”

Ye Guyue frowned slightly: “I’m asking you, what did the Jiangbei demon say to you just now?”

“Senior Sister misunderstood.” Lu Yang looked aggrieved: “That demon said nothing to me, just deliberately made a gesture of transmitting voice to sow discord.”

Ye Guyue naturally didn’t believe it.

However, before she could continue questioning, Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon waved his hand: “Enough, Guyue. This is not important. I believe in Lu Yang’s sincere heart.”

Of course, he didn’t believe it.

However, the point wasn’t whether he believed it or not, but that Lu Yang showed his attitude— risking entering the Heavenly Court fragment and handing over all income afterward.

Isn’t this enough?

Just based on this attitude, whether there was voice transmission with the Peak Master of Heaven-Mending Peak was a minor detail. In Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon’s eyes, Lu Yang loyalty was already unquestionable.

Did Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon suspect Lu Yang? Of course he did. He wasn’t a fool; how could he unconditionally trust a rogue cultivator who actively sought refuge? But again, Lu Yang showed his attitude and actions. No fault could be found inside or out, so what was there to fuss about?

Boom!

Just then, at the original location of the Ten-Thousand-Man Pit, a spiritual light shot up into the sky, illuminating the dome of heaven, reflecting the light and shadow of a majestic and magnificent portal.

Above the portal were three large characters written in vigorous strokes:

[Southern Heavenly Gate]!

Instantly, streaks of escaping light soared into the sky.

Seeing this, Lu Yang also hurriedly rode an escaping light. However, just as he entered the [Southern Heavenly Gate], Perfected One Chong Guang’s voice suddenly came to his ears:

“Fellow Daoist, want to make another deal?”

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